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Every day we see things that rub us the wrong way! So we talk, tweet, and post our frustrations attempting to bring change, but mostly we’re just venting. Sometimes it’s about people we don’t know, other times it’s those we care most about.

Each of us knows the frustration of seeing people we know going down the wrong path, or living beneath their purpose. We have reached out, encouraged, even argued with people on how to live a better life. If we are honest, we may even be frustrated at ourselves, or at least in our inability to make a difference in their lives.

We must not get frustrated and stop speaking, but we can be more strategic in our communications. Our voice has power than can help people get on the right path, we can let our voice be heard! Thousands of years ago, the writer penned the ancient proverb: “The tongue has the power of life and death” (Proverbs 18:21NIV).

The great thing we can do to truly help people is to help them connect and walk with Jesus. God created us with a plan and a purpose, but outside of being connected and led by God Himself, we all go astray.

Our words have the power to encourage, guide and lead people to a better life. Many of us know this, but few followers of Christ actually help others connect with Jesus. The statistics are alarming! 90-95% of self-proclaimed Christians admit they have never helped one person begin a personal relationship with Jesus!

Helping Others Connect with Jesus

I have spent almost the last 20 years helping others connect with Jesus. When I began, I had no teaching or training and almost no Bible knowledge. Jesus had changed my life and that was the basis of what I shared with others.

This has been done in coffee shops, on the street, and in many churches. It doesn’t matter, whether it’s our family over Thanksgiving Dinner or our co-worker in the next cubicle, we are surrounded by people who are disconnected from God.

In addition to personally winning souls, I have great joy in helping other Christ followers learn the words, build their faith, and gain the thinking needed to help others connect with Jesus.

In my newest book: Let Your Voice Be Heard, I capture many life stories and the Biblical principles needed to help people become greater soul winners.

Here’s one example. When I decided to follow Jesus, my life was transformed. Before long I believed that, if God could change my life, He could transform others.

God gave me the strength to change. Soon I realized if God reached out to me for a personal relationship, He also reached out to others. He extended His love to everyone.

So with no ministry title, a few months into my new life God used me to help others connect with Him. As I read the Gospels and the book of Acts, one thing became clear. Once people followed Jesus, they told others about Him. As followers of Christ, everyday life involved connecting others with Him. This changed as Christianity grew into a more established religion. However, I believe God wants His people to return to their roots, living and sharing the Gospel like the early days when the Church turned the world upside down.

It’s a myth that we need a title or position of authority to do great things for God. This myth causes people not to step out boldly for Christ’s cause. Power to do things for God emerges from the Holy Spirit, and He resides in all followers of Christ.

God sent His Son to die for each and every person, and wants them to connect with Him. You have the power to help people get on the right path. The only question is, “Will you let your voice be heard?”

Jack Redmond is the Church Mobilization Pastor at Christ Church and can be reached at www.jackredmond.org

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How to Navigate the Great Credit Search

When it’s time to upgrade, or replace, vehicles and equipment, where should you look for credit?

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by Neal Weeks, AmeriQuest

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You know that it’s time to upgrade a certain portion of your fleet. But you assume that, in the current economic environment, getting credit can be difficult. So how do you get the equipment you need, when you need it? First, let’s dispel the myth of limited credit availability. In reality, you don’t need an AA rating to get credit. If your company’s credit is good, you should have no trouble getting the credit you need to upgrade your assets. There are, however, four main recommendations before you actually start your credit search:

  • Be honest in your assessment of your company’s financial status.
  • Consider leasing, rather than purchasing, your equipment.
  • Look for companies that specialize in financing the type of equipment you need.
  • Make your CFO understand how the upgrades will lead to a positive ROI.
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Honesty is the Best Policy

If you’re concerned about your creditworthiness, there are options. If your receivables are strong, you may consider factoring as an option. And, there are financial institutions that specialize in loans to companies with bad credit. But if your credit is good, you don’t need to worry about these issues.

Lease vs. Purchase: What Works Best for You?

If transportation is not your core business; if it’s essentially the way you transport your products from Point A to Point B, a lease may make the most sense for your company. A “fair-market lease” allows you to expand your fleet with minimal ownership risk, but make sure the lease agreement stipulates no end-of-lease residual requirements. The beauty of leasing is that you don’t have to worry about selling or remarketing vehicles at lease maturity. Plus with a lease vs. purchase, your initial cash outlay is lower, with lower monthly payments. If you’ve decided you want to eventually purchase your commercial vehicles, you might consider a “terminal rental adjustment clause lease, which will allow you to finance a truck or trailer with a guaranteed purchase option at the end of the term. The benefit to this type of loan is that you’ll be paying a fixed amount equal to what the vehicle is predetermined to be worth at the end of the lease cycle.

Is Your Bank Really Your Best Bet?

Probably not, when it comes to your transportation and capital equipment needs. Large companies who specialize in this area have incredible leverage when it comes to acquiring credit; leverage that is probably not available to you. Companies like AmeriQuest partner with some of the country’s largest banks to get you truly flexible financing at the best possible rates. And, since your funding is coming from 3rd party financial institutions, it may not impact your credit line with your company’s bank (there are exceptions to this, so please check your bank’s covenants). But the benefits of dealing with companies who specialize in commercial transportation involve more than just financing. These companies often perform in-depth analyses to determine what your asset finance needs truly are. They have experts who look at a wide range of factors, including acquisition costs, utilization patterns, and more, to derive insights that can actually drive the growth of your business. From all of this, they’ll arrive at a financing plan that best meets your business goals.

CFO Buy-in, The Ultimate Challenge

You know how new equipment will benefit the company; your CFO or Treasurer just sees a huge outlay of funds. Your biggest challenge is explaining to him/her why this expenditure will actually reduce costs in the long run. As the cost of fuel rises, fuel-efficient vehicles can actually save money. However, since they are more expensive on the front end, you need to show a cost savings over time. This is where dealing with a specialist in transportation financing, like AmeriQuest, makes sense.

As I said earlier, credit is available. But if commercial transportation is not your core business, yet you need to upgrade your fleet, outsourcing this task may be the solution you’re looking for.

Neal Weeks is vice president of syndication and operations for AmeriQuest, with nearly 25 years experience in the finance and transportation industries. Prior to joining in 2008, he held an executive position in a national finance leasing organization and served for 15-years with Ryder System.

  1. 1. Clifford Livingston [ July 03, 2013 @ 08:46AM ]

    I agree, I do believe that a strong relationship with the banker is critical as well; the person and the institution.

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June 11, 2012

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Allied Systems Holdings Inc. and 18 of its subsidiaries, including Allied Automotive Group Inc., Axis Group Inc., and Allied's Canadian units, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on June 10.

The Georgia-based auto hauler says all operations are expected to continue as normal throughout this financial restructuring process. Allied's majority lenders have committed to provide up to $20 million in debtor-in-possession financing to support the company. The financing is subject to court approval.

"We believe the financial restructuring will strengthen Allied's balance sheet and position the Company for a long and profitable future," says Mark J. Gendregske, president and CEO.

Allied previously filed for Chapter 11 protection in July 2005. Since emerging in May 2007, the company's sales have been adversely impacted by the reduction in vehicle production and sales due to the global economic crisis that began in 2008. Additionally, Allied and its majority lender Yucaipa have been in litigation with certain minority lenders since 2009. Two of those lenders filed involuntary Chapter 11 proceedings against Allied on May 17, 2012.

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  • FinePix X100 12.3 Megapixel Bridge Camera-23 mm - Black (7.1 cm 2.8" LCD - 4288 x 2848 Image - 1280 x 720 Video - QuickTime MOV - HDMI - PictBridge)

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  • Superb quality quality
  • Exceptional image quality
  • Versatile yet easy to use

  • Very expensive
  • Fixed zoom lens
  • Slightly fiddly controls

Key Features

  • 12.3 megapixel APS-C sensor
  • 50mm fixed lens (f2.0)
  • All metal body
  • Physical dials for exposure settings
  • Manufacturer: Fujifilm
  • Review Price: £899.99

Did anyone mention an age of austerity? Certainly not at Fuji Towers, from whence has appeared the manufacturer's most expensive and inevitably most exciting digital camera for coming up to a decade. Announced at Photokina six months ago but just hitting the shelves now for a price of £999.99, the 12.3 effective megapixel FinePix Finepix X100 has got the photographic industry seriously a-buzz.

The basics of the new high-end model are this: it's a compact camera boasting a large APS-C sized CMOS sensor (of the sort normally only found in SLRs), a fixed 35mm equivalent lens with bright f/2.0 maximum aperture, and a gorgeously classic construction. The combination of which should result in superb quality photos, with low light performance being particularly exceptional. Something that is only highlighted by the presence of a maximum ISO12800, the kind of spec found on a semi pro DSLR.

The target audience here is the monied digital SLR user looking for a more portable back up. And one who presumably isn't sufficiently tempted by a compact system camera such as the Sony NEX series, Olympus Pens, Panasonic Lumix G, Samsung NX or even the Ricoh GXR as an alternative. All retail for less money, and all, unlike the Fuji, allow the optic on the front to be swapped. Other yet more portable premium compact contenders include the Canon PowerShot G12, Nikon CoolPix P7000, Samsung EX1, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Olympus XZ-1. Again they're all impressive and again considerably cheaper.

The camera the Fuji most reminds us of most though in terms of tongue-lolling luxuriousness is the Leica X1. Like the X100, that too features an APS-C sized sensor just like a DSLR proper, plus a 36mm equivalent lens (in 35mm film terms) to the Fuji's 35mm. At the time of writing the Leica X1 was retailing for £1395, having held its value since its release over a year ago; making the X100 actually good value in comparison. Whereas that model sports a bright f/2.8 aperture though, the Fuji offers up an even brighter maximum f/2.0. Set against that is the fact the Leica branding has a perceived worth of its own, with the emphasis being on perceived.

Inevitably you get Raw capture as well as JPEG, however video isn't so well catered for with just 1280x720 pixel clips at 24 frames per second on offer. Standard focus distance is 80cm to infinity, or 10cm to two metres in macro close up mode.

As we're 'stuck' with the one lens, the X100 has to satisfy as an all rounder as is, which regardless of your photographic merits is always going to be something of a struggle. It's therefore a camera on which your images benefit from a more considered, reflective approach to subject matter. With its maker describing the X100 as delivering the best image quality in its long and illustrious history, has this move towards enticing the well-heeled photo enthusiast rather than typical Argos shopper paid off? Read on to find out...

April 5, 2011, 5:41 pm

It would be better still had it got interchangeable lens system.

April 5, 2011, 9:24 pm

If a 28mm equivalent version is announced to match the legendary Fuji GA645W, then that will be true camera nirvana for me. No need to ever upgrade after that..

Can't imagine it'll take too long seeing how quickly the X100 seems to be selling!

April 6, 2011, 1:41 am

There is no doubt that the Fujifilm Finepix X100 is an outstanding camera in term of built and image quality,
but it is very hard to justify the high price for it is a fix lens camera;
when you can buy a Sony Alpha NEX-5K 14.2MP Digital Camera in Black with Interchangeable 18-55mm & 16mm F2.8 Lens at Amazon.com for $799 USD.
I am hoping that the Fujifilm Finepix X100 price would drop to a more reasonable level; similar to the Sony NEX-5.

April 6, 2011, 2:45 am

Great camera, however, I cant help thinking the technology involved will (like everything else) soon be out of date. I would love this camera but experience of buying such cameras in the past will hold me back from buying one for a £1000. Just give it six months and retailers will be struggling without discounts to match cheaper comparative competition. Knowing my luck though, this SHOULD have been the camera to have bought, but somehow I doubt it.

April 7, 2011, 2:03 pm

Excellent review. Perhaps, Fuji film should have this camera available also in black. Black gives this camera a pro look and does cover up dirt while shooting in the fields.

The Leica earlier models like the M1 to M 4 are silver & black just like Finepix X100 in theme & looks. Of course we are talking about Rolls Royce and Mini minor. But starting from the M 5, there are black bodies available Not colors like red, blue please etc. This will make the camera seems like a toy. Also lens should then be black too to match the body. Hope Fujifilm will think about this. Next have interchangeable lens. Asking too much ? Maybe but let the market decides.

April 8, 2011, 7:48 pm

Don't just preach about it! Go and buy one if you can afford three times the price of a camera which will do a lot more as near as well as makes precious little difference. Every week I see work friends have done on on their Canon G11,G12, S90, or Panasonic LX3, or others I forget, and I've just come home after my first morning with my Olympus XZ-1 and have been looking at the results on TV. Even though I'm a prehistoric old f--- who still uses film all production from high-end compacts that I see tells me that this retro-style X100 is not worth the difference. Not at all. OK, there's less to brag about with a high-end compact, as there's less to brag about with certain Panasonics than with certain Leica, and the X100 has indeed a pretty face, but I've got other things to do with my money than buy bragging rights or pretty faces!

April 8, 2011, 8:05 pm

@ThatOne: Says the man that has bought a premium camera? Surely you can appreciate the extra level of detail this camera brings as compared to the camera you've bought, just as you appreciated the extra quality your camera has over a basic compact?

There's a reason professional photographers use DSLRs costing thousands of pounds, just as there's a reason for this camera to exist.

Not saying I'd buy one but it fits a market niche.

April 11, 2011, 2:21 am

Thanks for the review. It comes across as well-balanced and I have to admit I'd love one of these but can't really justify (which means afford..) buying one.
Reminds me a bit of my old Yashica range-finder. I really loved using it.

April 16, 2011, 8:52 pm

To Ed: It took some time, but I've finally managed to see a Fuji x100, and some of its work. My scepticism has become knowledge: It's not worth more than £400 in terms of what can be done with it and its relative build quality. I don't foresee any build quality issues with my XZ-1, but I'll stick to a camera I know very well through "let me play with yours and I'll let you play with mine" try-outs, and which has been around long enough to be generally well-rated: Canon G11 or G12.

Compared with the G12 the X100 has a foreseeable list of weaknesses, and just one potential strength: its viewfinder... I know what you are going to say, and we have had a loud "discussion" about optical versus digital. It's certainly down to personal preference and the willingness or not to pay three times the price just to have a viewfinder and a long list of un-ticked boxes.

Finally, a question: working with film I would frequently take two bodies, or two backs, with different films in each, but what can be the reason for two digital cameras, especially when the proposed spare costs as much as a nice lens?

April 28, 2011, 6:08 am

I'm afraid many of you (especially ThatOne) are completely missing the point of this camera, as it being compared with the G12. It's about as different in its target audience from the G12 as is the Nikon D3S or the Leica M9. You're comparing apples with oranges. The X100 is a specialist item. It's not a 'jack-of-all-trades' semicompact like the G12. If you want something with mediocre low light performance, no shallow DoF ability and a distinctly average quality zoom lens, then buy the G12. If you want something with the ability to change lenses and great low light ability but will certainly not fit in your coat pocket, buy a Nikon D700 or D7000. If on the other hand you want a camera with best-in-class low light ability, totally silent shutter and you are prepared to work in the very useful fixed 35mm focal length to achieve a pocketable form factor, then the X100 is your *only* choice. If that's not what you're looking for then shop elsewhere, but please don't tell Fuji their business - they know exactly how well this camera would be received by people like me who love it for what it is and understand its intended use - i.e. reportage and street photography. This has been demonstrated by the backlog of advanced orders and X100s selling on ebay at above their RRP. In addition to my X100, I own a Nikon D700 and a Canon S95 (the pocket sized G12) and I can tell you that the X100 is an outstanding performer, giving me images very nearly on a par with my D700, but unlike the D700, I can take the X100 everywhere. When you factor in the superlative build quality, the X100 is worth every penny of its UK asking price.

July 28, 2011, 2:31 am

Despite the site's name, the feature list is anything but to be trusted. "Camera type Digital: SLR" "Optical Zoom: 12 Xx"? "Image Stabilization: Optical"? "LCD Monitor: 3 in, 2.8 in"? "50mm: fixed lens"?

June 24, 2014, 9:06 am

I know this is an old review but there are additional lenses available for this camera which are getting rave reviews. There is a wide angle and telephoto converter available now.

WCL-X100 28mm Equivalent
TCL-X100 50mm Equivalent.

These are not like DSLR converters though. they sit in front of the lens also you maintain the F2.0 aperture. They are a bit under $400 each.

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Lisa Edelstein: She knows how to pick 'em! But I don't think she's looking for an easy relationship anyway. I don't think she relates to things that are that easy. People like that always end up in these complicated situations. Exec producer Katie Jacobs recently told me that the "Huddy" romance was "unorthodox, and yet at the same time incredibly real."
Edelstein: Yeah, because it's rarely the way it is in the movies, where people meet, fall in love and everything works out. Especially with grown-ups, there are so many things that get in the way, so many turns and twists that you have to take just to figure out how to connect. This is a very realistic way or portraying a relationship. Why do you think Cuddy is trying as hard as she is?
Edelstein: I think that for a long time she felt connected to House and protected him and admired him, and was able to keep it at a professional level, even though I think they always had chemistry. But after he kissed her, it really confirmed that she wanted to go in that direction. So she has to try. We ran a poll on, and after some 61,000 votes, 84 percent said yes, they'd love to see a full-blown "Huddy" romance.
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Edelstein: I am. I'm glad in terms of what I get to do as an actor, and I do really think these characters should explore it. I don't think it will be a successful relationship — at least not in commercial terms [Chuckles] — but it is one that needs to be explored. And it gives you and Hugh something different to do, instead of medi-babble. It's something complicated and even awkward at times to act out.
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Edelstein: Right.... Is it bigger than a breadbox?
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Edelstein: Yes, they're definitely a part of what's going on — even though they're not handled in a straight line. [Laughs] That's not how [series creator] David Shore tells a story. You mentioned getting undressed before. What went through your mind least spring when you got the script where House fantasizes about Cuddy stripping for him in a schoolgirl outfit? (Watch video here.) Did you balk at all?
Edelstein: I didn't balk, because I thought it was hilarious. I knew the writers were like, "Well, how about this?!" I was like, "OK, I'll take that!" What's hilarious is that while she's bumping and grinding, she's talking to him about work...
Edelstein: Giving a diagnostic, yeah. [Laughs] I choreographed it with Sheila Kelly, who owns a company called The S Factor, who taught me how to use moves that I would do and use my own body and brain and attitude in a way that doesn't appear cheap. But what was terrifying is that Hugh is English, and the last thing I wanted was to see him be horrified. [Laughs] So I asked Hugh and the director if we could have a private rehearsal a few days before, so they could see what I was doing. That way it wouldn't be a surprise for Hugh. I can't believe you were worried about Hugh's sensibilities. Didn't the British give us Benny Hill?
Edelstein: They did, and I just read an article saying that the Brits are the most promiscuous group in the world. But that was a big deal! [Laughs] And just to clear up any doubts/online rumors, that was definitely you. No body double involved.
Edelstein: That was absolutely me!


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Fox has given pilot orders to dramas from J.J. Abrams and John Wells, TVGuide.com has learned.

An untitled project from Abrams' Bad Robot will reunite the just-named Star Wars: Episode VII director with Fringe's J.H. Wyman for an action-packed buddy cop show, set in the near future, when all LAPD officers are partnered with highly evolved human-like androids. Wyman will write and executive-produce alongside Abrams and Bryan Burk, while Kathy Lingg will co-executive-produce.

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Boomerang focuses on the usual, everyday drama surrounding a family business — except this family is in the business of executing hits as assassins for the U.S. government. Davey Holmes will write and executive-produce alongside Wells and Andrew Stearn.

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Jaime Pressly and fiancé, Eric Cubiche, who are parents to a 1 ½-year-old son, have decided to separate.

The My Name Is Earl star said, "We are taking a break from our relationship but we are together every day with Dezi and still love each other very much," reports People.

Pressly, who won an Emmy for her role as Joy on Earl, and Cubiche plan to "remain close friends as we both adore our son and want to make sure he knows we both love him more than life," Pressly added.

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Kroy Biermann has officially adopted Kim Zolciak's daughters Brielle and Ariana, E! Online reports.

Brielle, 16, and Ariana, 12, are the Real Housewives of Atlanta star's children from a previous relationship. Zolciak, 35, and NFL player Biermann, 27, wed in 2011 when their first son together, Kroy Jr., was 6 months old. They welcomed another boy, Kash, in 2012. Zolciak recently revealed on the Don't Be Tardy finale that she is pregnant with her fifth child.

Kim Zolciak is pregnant... again!

"With Kroy, it was just real," Zolciak said about his relationship with her daughters. "He was painting nails, they were painting his nails. It just worked from the very beginning."


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By: Babak A. Tafreshi

Region: Africa

Site: Tassili National park - Algeria

Date: May 2009

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As seen on National Geographic News our home galaxy, the Milky Way, stands above African Sahara, in the remote Tassili National Park in the southern Algeria near Niger border. Notable on the left, is bright planet Jupiter. Tassili National Park is a World Heritage Site in the heart of Sahara desert. Prehistoric skygazers surely witnessed a similar sky. In addition to dramatic sandstone formations, the Tassili region is noted for rock paintings and archaeological sites dating to neolithic times. Babak Tafreshi/Dreamview.net

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Type3 has became a global leader for Artistic and Industrial CAD/CAM Solutions.

The Solutions that the brand develops establish a major link between Graphical Arts and Industries.

Consumers want increasingly aesthetic objects, which bring to mind a brand or membership of a group, sometime of a community. But they also want innovation. More than ever, objects are a way of communicating, differentiating.

The history of Type3

Type3 (formerly known as Vision numeric) was created in 1988. Initially intended to render parts communicative through engraving, sculpture, cutting and texture, the concept of Type3 solutions has evolved to now include 3D modelling and prototyping designs.

The commercial brand endeavors to meet the needs and wishes of many industries such as design, jewelry, engraving, molding, signage and many more. With the parent company located in France, Type3 has expanded its network by opening subsidiaries in various attractive regions: Italy, United Kingdom, Germany, China and USA. Our network also includes fifty dealers around the world. The future promises effective solutions and new partnerships for our brand.

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Today, Type3 is the global leader for Artistic CAD/CAM software. We supply various industries with design and manufacturing software for graphical objects and powerful typographic engraving. We have expanded our range of products vertically and horizontally. Our solutions satisfy all manufacturing machine users whether these are users of NC, laser or rapid prototyping machines (STL). Thanks to close relationships with our clients and attentive listening, we have sharpened our knowledge of needs and constraints for a vast range of industries. Our four principal solutions address the needs of jewelers, designers, engravers, sign makers and mold makers. We offer our users a way to modernize and make their manufacturing process profitable and make their production a lot more effective, while preserving the quality and artistic dimension of their work. Type3 has developed a real network which grows bigger each year.

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Our ability to quickly meet and anticipate market demands allow us to offer innovative and competitive solutions. We work tirelessly on the products of tomorrow and it is precisely for this reason that over 50,000 Type3 software licenses have been installed in over 36 countries. Over time, Type3 has developed and maintained relationships and strong links with prestigious companies to create specific OEM solutions (Original Equipment Manufacturer). We understand that our constant growth is proof of the trust our global clients have in us. We thank them by constantly providing innovative solutions resulting from our collaborations.

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1997-06-15 - Edmonton, Canada - Commonwealth Stadium

  1. Mofo
  2. I Will Follow
  3. Even Better Than The Real Thing
  4. Gone
  5. Pride (In The Name Of Love)
  6. I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For / Many Rivers To Cross (snippet)
  7. Last Night On Earth
  8. Until The End Of The World / Break On Through (snippet)
  9. Ultra Violet (Light My Way) (snippet) / If God Will Send His Angels
  10. Slow Dancing
  11. Staring At The Sun
  12. Sweet Caroline (Edge Karaoke)
  13. Miami / My Mammy (snippet) / Cuba (snippet)
  14. Bullet The Blue Sky / America (snippet)
  15. Please / Sunday Bloody Sunday (snippet)
  16. Where The Streets Have No Name / Playboy Mansion (snippet)

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  18. Discothèque / Can't Stand The Rain (snippet) / That's The Way (I Like It) (snippet) / Discothèque Howie B Hairy B Mix (snippet)
  19. If You Wear That Velvet Dress
  20. With Or Without You
  21. Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me
  22. Mysterious Ways
  23. One
  24. Hallelujah (Here She Comes)
Comments: Popmart Tour debut of Slow Dancing. It was only played once again on the tour, on 7 February 1998 in Buenos Aires. At the start of If God Will Send His Angels is a very inconsequential snippet - but a snippet nonetheless - of Ultra Violet. Bono sings the first three words, "sometimes I feel", in a melody distinctly resembling that of Ultra Violet.
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  6. The Unforgettable Fire (1)
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The performances were phenomenal- Edge stealing the show with his cowboy line dancing antics (while playing amazing guitar) - and the lemon! Love the lemon, that's my mantra.

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Recording: "Amazing Grace (remastered by Francesco Donadel)" - 4.5 stars

Great performances, venue crappy sound for nose bleed seats. Audience was right into it - and Canadians are big Diamond fans (from the 70s) and it showed.

I went with my Dad who loved Joshua Tree / R&H but didn't get POP at all - he thought Sweet Caroline was the highlight - and it was a fun highlight!
The night ended in rain followed by nasty lightning storm, not unusual for Edmonchuck at that time of year.
Venue has never been my favourite for sound.

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Geogala 2017

Get excited because GeoGala is BACK and ready to shake things up in Geography! Join the GSA in our long standing tradition of celebrating the end of the year with delicious food, great company, and fun activities. Whether you’re a student, faculty or staff member, you don’t want to miss out!

Geogala is the GSA’s annual end-of-year celebration. All students, graduating and not, as well as faculty and staff, are invited to join. This year GeoGala will be taking place at SAGE and includes a catered dinner, trivia, dancing, speeches, and prizes.

  • Time: Thursday, March 23rd, 2017, 6-10pm
  • Location: Sage Bistro, UBC
  • Ticket prices: $30 early bird, $35 regular
  • Dress Code: Formal attire

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Upper Canada College private music teachers Trevor Hogg and Mackenzie Longpre ’06 were involved in musical projects that were up for Juno Award consideration in Calgary over the weekend.

Peripheral Vision

Peripheral Vision

Hogg is a saxophone teacher and member of Peripheral Vision, which was nominated for the group jazz album of the year for its independently released Sheer Tyranny of Will. The award ultimately went to Allison Au Quartet for Forest Groove.

Still, it’s been a good run for Peripheral Vision. The Toronto-based quartet of Hogg, guitarist/composer Don Scott, bassist/composer Michael Herring and drummer Nick Fraser performed last Friday night as part of the JUNOFest music festival that was part of last weekend’s celebration of music.

Peripheral Vision previously received the Galaxie Rising Star Award at the 2012 Montreal Jazz Festival and the group has maintained a busy touring schedule in support of Sheer Tyranny of Will and the earlier Spectacle: Live! and Peripheral Vision albums.

Hogg also contributed to Tara Davidson’s Duets, which lost out to Robi Botos’ Movin’ Forward in this year’s solo jazz album of the year Juno competition.

Mackenzie Longpre

Mackenzie Longpre

Longpre is an Old Boy who teaches percussion at UCC and performed on the vocal jazz album of the year nominee Some Version of the Truth from Tara Kannangara. Emilie-Claire Barlow’s Clear Day ultimately took the Juno in that category.

Longpre has had an eventful career since taking music classes at UCC with Tony Gomes, Myles Crawford, Peter Smith and Peter Merrick. He studied drums in the University of Toronto’s jazz program, performed with a variety of people in different genres as an in-demand sideman, and started teaching drums at UCC to supplement his income.

“Like most freelance musicians in town, I’ve always been a part of roughly a dozen different groups,” says Longpre. “This constant playing has also afforded me the opportunity to travel and tour.

“I’ve played in Chile, Japan, Europe and all over the U.S. and Canada. I also started writing my own music and leading my own groups and have put out an EP and full-length record.”

Longpre appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! earlier this year, backing alternative pop artist Banners, who released a self-titled record in January and has been touring extensively in support of it.

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Bird flu: UNICEF helps Thailand with preventive education in schools

Awareness campaign kicks off in Bangkok

11 October 2006 – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is helping Thailand with a nationwide school-based campaign to protect children and their families from the spread of bird flu and the threat of its mutation into a deadly human pandemic.

The campaign, launched yesterday by the Education Ministry, covers all 40,000 elementary and secondary schools in the country, which has registered the third highest toll from the current H5N1 flu virus. It focuses on promoting frequent hand washing, rapid reporting of sick and dead poultry and other key behaviours.

Four million posters and pamphlets with awareness and prevention messages are being distributed along with a newly-developed curriculum to help ensure children understand the behaviours they need to practice to thwart the spread of H5N1, which has infected 25 people in Thailand, and killed 17 of them including 11 children under the age of 18.

Some 300,000 bars of soap will also be distributed to elementary schools. The posters, pamphlets and curriculum were developed with UNICEF support and funding from the Government of Japan. “At the same time, the campaign will help build the life skills children need to be prepared for and to respond to any type of emergency,” UNICEF Representative Inese Zalitis said.

Although more than 200 million birds have died worldwide from either the virus or preventive culling, there have so far been only 253 human cases, 148 of them fatal, since the current outbreak started in South-East Asia in December 2003, and these have been ascribed to contact with infected birds.

But experts fear the virus could mutate, gaining the ability to pass from person to person and, in a worst case scenario, unleashing a deadly human pandemic similar to the so-called Spanish flu outbreak of 1918 that is estimated to have killed from 20 million to 40 million people worldwide by the time it had run its course two years later.

Bird flu outbreaks have occurred in domestic poultry in at least 30 provinces in Thailand, the world’s fourth-largest poultry producer. Authorities have been forced to destroy millions of ducks and chickens to thwart the spread of the virus, resulting in severe economic losses for both large- and small-scale poultry farmers.

At Tuesday’s launch, UNICEF Representative Inese Zalitis said the campaign is aimed at limiting opportunities for the H5N1 virus to mutate by stopping its spread from poultry to humans, especially to children.

Since 2003, Viet Nam has registered the highest toll with 93 cases and 42 deaths, though no cases this year, followed by Indonesia with 69 cases, 52 of them fatal.

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“Excellent.  Fast-moving and manages to evoke emotion without being maudlin. ... Hammering reality into a dramatic arc sometimes turns true stories into cliches. ‘Unbeatable’ avoids this pitfall through the power of specificity” (The Arizona Republic)

“Funny and moving, Eric Coble's book has the benefit of authenticity… Todd Schroeder and Kevin Fisher's songs provide some of the show's best moments with rousing music that drives the show forward with energy and spirit.” (The Houston Chronicle)

“Having cancer is no song and dance, but ‘Unbeatable’, playing now to standing ovations, is touchingly hilarious(The Cleveland Plain Dealer)

“The stage was sizzling with this new triumph.  Sophisticated and accomplished, ‘Unbeatable’ brilliantly balances maudlin pathos with upbeat humor.  Don’t miss this gem.” (KBAQ Arizona)

…inventive numbers, original and bitingly comic, give "Unbeatable!" its distinctive point of view.” (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)

“It may be difficult to understand how a small but very illuminating piece of musical theater could be done on the subject of stage 3 breast cancer, but the show UNBEATABLE does it with grace, humor, honesty, credibility and objectivity.” (Harry Hamm, KMOX, St Louis)
“Cancer may seem an unlikely choice for a musical, but the constant, up-beat humor - an entertaining approach that never trivializes the subject - carries this two hour production along to its ultimately hopeful and satisfying conclusion.” (KEZ Radio Phoenix)

“Bringing a mix of laughter and tears to the ordeal with such power and conviction is part of what makes ‘Unbeatable’ such an inspirational musical. But the message isn’t about breast cancer. It’s about living life, rather than scheduling it.” (KHOU Houston)

 “ The opening night audience gave the cast a hearty standing ovation at the show’s conclusion.  Frey’s experiences, filtered through Coble’s book, obviously are deeply affecting to many audience members, and the show’s upbeat, comic nature underscores its positive affirmation of life and human resiliency.” (LaDue News)

"I am a person who laughed a lot. I am an optimistic realist," Frey said. "I realize things in life are not always going to be great, but I laugh my way through them and find interesting ways to view them."  (St. Louis,

“Whether or not you have experienced cancer in your own life or alongside someone you care about, this musical will alternately make you laugh, cry, and do a little boogie in your seat.   Don’t miss it!”  (

 “Having seen a showcase run-through of “Unbeatable,” I can honestly say I was very impressed and deeply moved by the very relevant message the show imparts.“  (Angela Lansbury, Actress)
"Unbeatable shows the roller coaster ride we live daily - only with a LOT more humor!!! It is fabulous!" (Dr. Beth Overmoyer, Medical Oncologist, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute)
"Unbeatable is a wonderful, outstanding, heart-wrenching, play with a purpose.
Worth seeing more than once!" (Ginny Clark, Board Member, Komen for the Cure Greater New York City)

“I just got in from the show (Unbeatable). All I can say is WOW!!! What an amazing showUnbeatable is Unbelievable! It raised my spirits so high!! Tomorrow I am going in for that chemo with my head up for sure!” (Chinna, cancer patient)

 "Its not just a show about breast cancer, it's a show about life and about human relationships and about love and about hope and about living each moment."    (Kristy Cates, Broadway Actress)


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pros and cons of loansThere are many times when your financial crisis runs high and there is no one to run to, to help you out financially. Banks are not willing to lend money; friends and family are not there to rescue you. It is at such times that people opt for payday loan. These are loans that are usually short-term loans with high interest rates.

Payday Loans

Payday loans are online loans which are easy to get. But the high interest charged is terrifying. If the people getting these loans are able to pay back the amount within the specified period, then getting such payday loans are fine. However if they are not able to repay the amount within the limited time, they switch over to rollovers and extensions. This is where the nightmare begins as the interest rates increase and additional fees are added along with it.

What should you know about getting Payday Loans?

Check Conditions: Payday loans are short-term loans. Due to this feature of short-term, the interest rate is high. There are many lenders who offer low APR or interest rates. There are some lenders who offer to decrease the loan rate if the borrower has a good payment record. Do not get cheated. Check if these are true before accepting payday loans.

Direct lenders and contractors: Payday loans are provided by direct lenders while others serve as an in-between agent with other lenders. Be wary of who is going to lend you the money and what are their terms and conditions.

Repayment of loan: The duration of repayment of loan should be confirmed. Even though these are short-term loans which serve to supplement your income before your next paycheck, some offer longer term for payment. However the longer the duration, the higher is the interest and the principal that will have to be paid.

Rollover and Extension: Some services offer rollovers on the loan. Some offer extensions, but by extending the time of payment or rolling it over, you have to keep in mind that the interest rate increases and you will end up paying a very high amount.

Customer Support: There are many who run into trouble with the loan amount. Unless there are good customer support services available, you cannot clear your issues regarding the loan and the interest. Make sure that there are good online support service and live chat so that you know where you stand.

The Bottom Line

Payday loans are usually charged with high interest while the payback period is less. It is hence best to choose a better form of getting your loans. However if there is no other choice, make sure you can pay the interest and repay the amount within the stipulated time. Understand the terms before you get into a contract with such lenders as you will lose a lot of money in the end if you are not aware of what you are getting into. Online loans are best avoided if we learn to spend within our income and not beyond our income.

Check Out Inside Details About Installment Loans!

check-out-inside-details-about-installment-loansMost of the individuals do live with online bad credit but it does not mean an end of the road for the loan approval. It is still very much possible to get loans with bad credit and that too with installment repayments. Yes I am pretty serious and talking about installments loans which have been widely discussed among individuals with bad credit. These loans are pretty easy to pay as being a borrower you are served with long time duration and periodic repayments. Availability of these two exciting features really allows people to survive with bad credits along with completion of all important tasks. In recent times financial crises have been the major reason behind huge job loses worldwide. People are thinking about alternatives of earning money and prefer to start their own businesses. Just apart from business starters, you are required to borrow loan for personal uses.

When you think about borrowing loans you must make best possible efforts in order to make it affordable. Affordable loans have better chances of getting approved because lender has firm belief in borrower. Generally long-term loans are easier to approve as monthly repayments are pretty low. However it is still important to accept the loan on right basis. Every loan has to be repaid and borrower should be able to design perfect repayment schedule. It becomes crucial to identify accurate installment loans both for lender and borrower.

Now an important question arises what basically is an affordable installment loan for the online bad credit individual? It will mostly depends on the situation of the applicant as the bad credit score is not the alone factor which should be considered. There are many other factors like interest rate, available income and payment schedule. Before applying for installment loan with a bad credit score there is need to consider all above mentioned factors carefully. Only deep research and accurate information will decrease the risk factor.

People with bad credit score are surely asked to pay higher interest rates which will lead to slight increase in monthly repayment amount. In cases of long-term loan, there are better chances of gaining approval as the total loan amount is divided into monthly repayments which are very much affordable. Keeping these factors in mind, there are simply two key aspects which should be kept in mind while dealing with installment loan with bad credit. You need to make efforts in order to improve your credit score and another is to establish a long period for loan repayment.

Installment loans are easy to achieve and pay which make them healthy alternative for payday loans. With no restrictions of paying loans on next pay day, you can relax and plan your future properly. A loan with installments will act as best friend who will guide you out in terrible financial crises. So if you are dealing with bad credit score and still want to settle down debts with an affordable loan, there is need to find out best installment loan lender as soon as possible.

Find Quick Cash Loans

If you’ve ever been behind on a bill and wanted to pay it but it wasn’t payday, this article is for you. There are many ways to find quick cash loans and get that bill paid without having to pay late fees.

If you have a job and a checking account then you can usually secure a loan to pay your bill on time. You can find these online by searching for “cash loans”, “easy cash loans”, “quick  money” etc. Simply plug any of these search phrases into your favorite search engine.

You’ll need to be able to verify your income and your checking account. Once this is done you will qualify for a loan of no more than what you make in a month. You’ll have to set this up to automatically pay the company back with interest on or just after your next payday.

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Once you’ve set this all up your money will be transferred to your bank. This may take up to 24 hours but it will be there and you’ll be able to pay your bill on time without having to pay late fees.

The late charges on your bills that are paid late are much more than the interest you’re going to pay for the loan. These savings can really add up.

It’s easy to get behind on a bill, especially when you have a medical emergency crop up or a car unexpectedly break down. No one can pre-plan for everything and it’s nice to know that regardless of your credit that you can find help when you need it without judgment.

There are a variety of quick cash loans that you can find and pay things on time. Whether it’s a late utility or an emergency car payment, the money is there when you need it.

Cash Loans Providers

Cash Loans ProvidersIt is common knowledge that payday loan businesses are perhaps the easiest way for any person, no matter how low their credit score is, to get a short-term unsecured loan. You can find quite a few of these businesses with a cursory search, choose one that looks good, and you will likely get the money that you are requesting. However, what most people do not know is that, despite the reputation of a particular company for always providing approvals, there are always people that are denied. In order to avoid becoming one of the few people that is actually denied by a payday loan business, let’s look at the factors that will lead to not getting the fast cash loans that you desire.

The Way These Companies Approve Potential Clients

After you have submitted your application to these companies, and the approval team is looking at your information, they are going to look at three very specific factors. First of all, they need to know that you are actually employed, as this typically means that you are receiving a regular paycheck. The second thing that they will look at is the amount of the paycheck that you are staging in the application, as this will help them determine how much they will allow you to borrow. Finally, they will look at the date at which you will receive this paycheck, and once you do have it, this will be used to pay off the loan with interest.

How Most People Are Denied

The reason that most people are denied is that they are simply requesting too much money you after you have stated how much you make out your job, and how much your next paycheck will be, if you are asking for significantly more than that amount, and approval is not going to happen. In order to resolve this, you simply need to consider how much you actually need for the bills that are coming up soon, especially if you actually do need more than your next paycheck will be. This way, at least you can pay off the bills that are coming up first, and repay this loan back to the company which will help you prevent problems associated with nonpayment of important bills such as your mortgage, utilities, and credit card payments.

Guaranteeing Your Success Is Easy

The easiest way that you can virtually guarantee that you will get a loan with one of these fast cash loans companies is to borrow no more than 80% of the total net amount of the paycheck that you will soon receive. This will give you enough additional cash with the paycheck to handle the interest that you will also have to pay, which is exactly what these companies are looking for. Of course, you could borrow far less than that and will likely be approved in just a matter of hours, but this is the upper ceiling of how much you ought to borrow. If this is what you are requesting, you should have no problem at all getting the money that you need to pay off the bills that are coming up.

Payday loan businesses are designed to be helpful for people that cannot get a loan due to their credit rating. They make it very quick, and the deposits come even faster, allowing you to get your financial situation back under control so that you can eliminate at least this type of stress in your life.

Cash Loans Available

Cash Loans AvailableIf you’re in need of money fast you may wish to look into quick cash loans. This type of loan is readily available in a variety of ways.

You can find them listed as payday loans. This loan is designed to tide you over until your next pay period.

You’ll go into their office and show your proof of income as a check stub. You’ll also need to have a checking account and have your checkbook with you.

If you’re approved, you’ll write a check for the full amount of the loan plus the interest fees. This check will be postdated to your payday and you’ll be handed the money that you’re requesting.

It’s really that simple. However, if your check should bounce you’re going to be charged an even heftier fee so keep this in mind when you’re securing such a loan.

Another type of quick loan is called a title loan. You can get a loan against the title of your car by bringing you title to any number of title loan companies.

You’ll fill out the application and show the company that you own the car via the title. In turn, the company will approve your loan and hang on to your title until the date that you must pay them back.

If you don’t pay them back in a timely fashion you’ll lose your vehicle so it’s wise to make sure that you’re going to be able to pay them back for your loan.

You’ll also have some interest fees tacked on to the loan so be sure that you read the fine print and know what these fees will be.

There are many ways to secure quick cash loans and these are just a few to get you started. Be sure to do the research and find the right loan for you and your personal needs.

Top Four Reasons

Are you currently looking at a financial problem, one that you will not be able to resolve on your own? This problem could be not having enough money to pay for those that are coming up. When most people go to a bank, the type of loan that they are looking for is a mortgage or a refinance loan. If they need extra cash right away, they may take several thousand dollars out of the credit card, or a line of credit they have with a bank that they have had for years, but some people do not have this option. Instead, you may want to consider working with a payday loan company, a business that will provide you with small loans over a short period of time. Whether you need a couple hundred dollars to tide you over for the week, or a couple thousand dollars to pay major bills like your mortgage or credit card payments, these businesses can help you do just that. Here are the top reasons that you should work with a quick cash loans business that can come to your rescue this week.

Why You Need A Short-Term Loan Company

The first reason that you should consider working with these businesses is if you do not have very good credit. It is very hard to convince a bank that you are a good credit risk when your credit score is extremely low. Second, you may not have friends or family members that can lend you the money that you need. Third, you may not have any more credit on your credit card from which to take a cash withdrawal. Finally, even if you can apply for a loan, and you will qualify, most of them take a week or two in order to process. This is why you should consider working with a payday loan company that can provide you with the money that you need right away, and here is how you can find the top ones.

Top Four Reasons

Finding And Evaluating These Companies

The businesses that you will find on the Internet, or even in your city, all work in a similar manner. They require you to submit an application, just like a bank would, and then they will assess the information that you have sent them to determine whether you are worthy of a loan. The good news is that payday loan companies are typically very lenient in terms of not really caring about your credit. They do care if you have a paycheck coming in, and some of them care if you have a form of collateral, before they will ever grant you the loan and deposit the money into your account. Your evaluation of the business may be based upon what a friend has said who has used one in the area. You can look on the Internet where these websites are evaluated, and choose the one that has the top rating. It is always recommended that you submit an application to a couple different ones, just to make sure that you get the money that you need. You can always reject an offer before signing on the proverbial digital dotted line, so it is good to have multiple offers from which to choose the best one.

After you have gone through the research process, and you have submitted your applications, you will be very close to having your financial situation under control. You may only need a couple thousand dollars, and these businesses can give that to you, albeit at a higher interest rate than a normal loan. Once done, and your bills are paid, you can sit back and relax and realize that you made the right decision. Quick cash loans are there for people that are in very tight financial situations, an excellent alternative to applying for a loan at a traditional bank.


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CONCORD - Federal prosecutors will call 11 new Rwandan witnesses to testify at the retrial of a Manchester woman accused of lying about her role in the 1994 Rwandan genocide to illegally enter the United States and become a citizen.

The 11 Rwandan citizens did not testify at Beatrice Munyenyezi's first trial in U.S. District Court in Concord - which ended in mistrial last March after jurors could not reach a unanimous verdict on the two counts of unlawfully procuring citizenship.

Trial begins with jury selection Feb. 4.

The government also may call some - but not likely all - of the witnesses who previously testified when Munyenyezi, 43, stands trial a second time.

The government accuses Munyenyezi of presiding over murders, rapes and kidnappings in her Rwandan homeland, then lying about her role in the mass killings of mostly ethnic Tutsis on her refugee application in 1995 and when she applied for U.S. citizenship in 2002.

U.S. District Judge Steven J. McAuliffe granted defense attorneys' request to postpone the trial, initially set for September, to allow them time to investigate the new witnesses' "backgrounds, potential biases, possible cultural and political influences" and whether they made statements inconsistent with their proposed testimony.

"That takes time, effort and money, but counsel have little choice given the government's determination to present what is essentially a new cast during the retrial," McAuliffe wrote in his Aug. 29 order.

During the first trial, many of the government's key witnesses "were effectively impeached" as a result of the defense team's investigative and preparatory work, McAuliffe said.

This "is not an ordinary case," the judge wrote in his order to continue the retrial.

Trial preparation for both sides is "unusually difficult" due to "difficulties associated with traveling to Rwanda, diplomatic issues, cultural differences, language barriers and complexities associated with arranging Rwandan witness travel to this county."

Defense attorneys Mark E. Howard and David W. Ruoff of the Manchester law firm Howard & Ruoff did not return calls for comment Wednesday; neither did Special Assistant U.S. Attorneys John A. Capin and Aloke S. Chakravarty.

Munyenyezi arrived in New York City in 1998 as a refugee, moved to New Hampshire in 2002 and became a citizen in 2003. She was living with her three daughters in Manchester when she was arrested in 2010.

At her 2012 trial, prosecutors argued Munyenyezi belonged to the ruling Hutu political party and was a ring leader of the extremist youth militia that ordered killings and gang rapes from a roadblock she worked outside a hotel owned by her husband's family in the Butare province of Rwanda.

An estimated 800,000 people were killed during the three-month period known as the Rwandan genocide that began in April 1994.

But defense attorneys claimed Munyenyezi, who was pregnant with twins at the time, stayed at the hotel to be safe and to care for her eldest daughter. They maintained she never participated in the mass killings nor had any involvement in the ruling political party.

The defense also noted Munyenyezi was never implicated in the crimes despite a 10-year trial of her husband, Shalom Ntahobali, and her mother-in-law, Pauline Nyiramasuhuko, before the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda. The two were convicted of genocide and human rights violations in 2011. They are serving life prison terms and are appealing their convictions.

Munyenyezi's sister, Prudence Kantengwa, also was convicted last May in U.S. District Court in Boston of perjury stemming from her immigration proceedings. She is appealing the conviction. The same prosecutors who won Kantengwa's conviction are prosecuting Munyenyezi. Munyenyezi was released on house arrest in April. She has been living in Manchester pending retrial.

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Daniel Carr scored in the first period and added another goal in the third as Union upended Dartmouth, 4-1, on Friday night in the opener of a best-of-three ECAC quarterfinal series at Messa Rink in Schenectady, N.Y. Game 2 is set for tonight at 7.

The Big Green's Tyler Sikura scored at 15:12 of the second period to tie the game at 1 before Union's Daniel Ciampini answered 2:47 later for the eventual game-winning goal.

Freshman goalie Charles Grant made 37 saves for fifth-seeded Dartmouth (15-13-5). Troy Grosenick finished with 31 for the fourth-seeded Dutchmen (18-12-5).

Women's basketball

Stonehill 78, Franklin Pierce 66 (NCAA): The Franklin Pierce women's basketball team led by eight points at the half but couldn't sustain its momentum and dropped a decision to Stonehill on Friday in the first round of the NCAA Division II East Regional in Waltham, Mass.

Windham's Amanda Saab, playing in her final game, tallied a career-best 24 points and added eight rebounds for the Ravens, who finished 18-11.

Mary Louise Dixon scored a game-high 32 points for Stonehill, which scored 11 of the second half's first 13 points to turn the game around.

Bentley 68, LIU Post 57: Manchester's Christiana Bakolas registered eight points, six assists, six steals and five rebounds to help top-seeded Bentley past eighth-seeded LIU Post in an NCAA Division II East Regional quarterfinal on Friday night in Waltham. Souhegan of Amherst product Jane White added six points for the Falcons (29-1 overall).

Keene State 8, Bowdoin 4; Salve Regina 3, Keene State 2: Greenland's Mariah Crisp fanned 12 as the Owls prevailed in the doubleheader opener in Clermont, Fla. Meryl Ragaini cracked a three-run homer. Londonderry's Samantha Nitso and Salem's Stephanie Long each had two hits for KSC. Later, the Owls bowed to Salve Regina to drop to 3-5.

Daniel Webster 5, Becker 4: Pelham's Joe Morin cracked a tie-breaking double to lift the Eagles to 6-2 overall, 3-0 in the New England Collegiate Conference. Zack Hurley of Hudson earned the win, tossing five innings of three-run ball. Stratham's Greg Dubela hurled the final four innings to earn the save.

Suffolk 15, Keene State 12: Freshman Billy Hartmann of Greenland had three hits and scored four runs, and senior Greg Bates of Salem cracked a three-run homer for the Owls, who dropped to 5-9 with the loss in Leesburg, Fla.?Women's lacrosse

Connecticut College 8, Keene State 5: Senior Lauren Brown scored a pair of goals in the loss for the host Owls (1-4).

Men's lacrosse

Keene State 12, Swarthmore 7: Richmond's Ryan Hart notched three goals and two assists to help the Owls (4-0) in a game played in San Diego.

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Scott Morrill, an alumni at UMass Lowell, poses with Rowdy, the school's mascot, at Murphy's Taproom during NCAA Division I Northeast Regional Men's Hockey at Verizon Wireless Arena on Friday. (THOMAS ROY/Union Leader)

Hockey fans hepped up outside Verizon Wireless Arena

Wearing a game-worn UMass Lowell hockey jersey, Scott Kaplan arrived at Murphy's Tap Room across from the Verizon Wireless Arena more than 3 hours before game time.

The high-flying River Hawks, a 6-1 winner against Wisconsin in Friday's early game, are the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Northeast Regional - and Kaplan is their No. 1 fan. A meteorologist who works in Nashua, Kaplan has attended 37 of 39 games this season, even making a trip to Colorado in November. His blue and red jersey was worn earlier this season by UMass Lowell junior forward Derek Arnold, who scored the only goal in the team's Hockey East championship against Boston University last weekend.

Hockey fans from UMass Lowell and the University of New Hampshire have taken over the city, hoping to follow their teams all the way to a national title in Pittsburgh. Pockets of Denver and Wisconsin fans could be found throughout Manchester on Friday afternoon, but they were lost in a sea of red, white and blue (UNH and Lowell colors) as 8,000 fans made their way into the Verizon.

"I was a freshman at Lowell in 1990 and have been a fan ever since," said Kaplan, a Brockton, Mass., resident who works at Hometown Forecast Services in Nashua. "If last weekend at the Garden (in Boston) was any indication, Lowell should have tremendous support."

Look no farther than the sidewalk outside of Murphy's Tap Room, where the UMass Lowell Alumni Association - called the "Talon Club" - set up a table and banners long before the puck dropped. Down the street, other fans gathered at J.W. Hill's Sports Bar, the Portland Pie Company and The Shaskeen.

Fred Dean of Madison, Wis., a diehard Badgers fan, planned a week-long visit to New England to fully enjoy the road trip. Dean was hoping the Badgers would be clicking on cylinders, and, just as importantly, the Wisconsin band was in the house. (It wasn't.)

"We love the team and the play, but the excitement of the fans and the band are almost as much fun as the game," said Dean, a season ticket holder at Wisconsin's Kohl Center, enjoying a pregame meal at Portland Pie. "We enjoy college hockey so much more than the pros because of the overall environment."

Down the street, UNH fans packed Margaritas, which has become the official NCAA headquarters of Wildcats fans in recent years. UNH graduate Shawn Joyce of Portsmouth, former president and CEO of Margaritas, began hosting UNH at the restaurant for the 2004 NCAA Northeast Regional. During Happy Hour, UNH fans watched on TV as the River Hawks crushed Wisconsin.

"We love having the fans. They're really loyal," Margaritas manager P.J. Molina said.

Last night, Lowell fans were still celebrating their team's 27th win of the season, a Division I-era record for the River Hawks. Lowell (27-10-2) plays in the regional final today (6:30 p.m.) against UNH/Denver. Kaplan will be wearing his No. 29 Arnold sweater.

"His parents told me I have to keep wearing it," said Kaplan, who bought the shirt for $75 in a silent auction. "Two years ago, this team only won five games. This has been the best month ever as a fan."

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Toyota’s problems with sudden acceleration are well-known. Toyota has long been an icon of quality and efficiency in terms of its production and manufacturing standards. Thus, business schools and graduate business programs have often assigned Toyota as the topic for quality based research papers about such topics like the Toyota Production System or TPS or the lean manufacturing process.


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I heard Billy likes Jen but she likes Sam and Billy ain't having it. Someone's going to die.

It’s 51 degrees in Boone and raining. The temperature is getting colder by the second. I’d like to move to San Diego or Phoenix. I have one more year in this amazing little mountain town.

My dad tells me, wise man that he is, that I should be wiser in the things I tell the world in my notes. I agree with him but the problem with wisdom is that it’s always damn singing in the streets. Saying that I’ve implored more wisdom now in the things I divulge knowing that a lot of diverse people read the things I write. Fathers, Mothers, Aunts, Uncles, the occasional friend, and various other loved ones…and perhaps an enemy and stranger here and there. My audience used to be composed of strictly college students but times have changed and so has my attack. More vague, and more toxic.

The songs I’m listening to on my playlist are all about love (save “Get your Freak on”…which is more about getting your freak on and less about love…I guess). It’s not because I’m thinking about love more than usual or specifically want to listen to songs about love but rather because people write songs about love. Can I share with you some of the titles of songs that I’m speaking of. “Wrapped up in you”, “Ain’t no Sunshine”, “Moving On”, “Higher Ground” “Luv to Luv Ya” (again that song might be more about sex…I guess) What is love? If I wrote a song about love right now it would be tainted by whimsical emotions and multihued language.  Any love that I could possibly feel for another woman is riddled with mixed emotions not even solvable by the finest riddleist and plagued with personal feelings not felt by Aphrodite herself. You might say Page your feelings are simple and easily explainable but like my friend Julian Casablancas so eloquently put

I don’t want what you want, I don't feel what you feel, See I'm stuck in a city, But I belong in a field.

The are some inherent problems with loving someone that’s so different from yourself. I’m not going to talk about them because this note isn’t supposed to be about love.

 I’ve spent the last hour on the phone talking to someone I loved who doesn’t share the same feelings for me that I have for them. The most interesting conversation I’ve ever had I think. What is love; A quagmire of thoughts, kisses, and touches stolen at the expense of others; either willingly or unwillingly.

 People think that because we’re young we don’t understand what love is. Or even worse because we’re young the idealistic views that we have about love and more particularly marriage aren’t true. I’ll tell you what I know. That I’m going to marry the girl I love and I will never leave her no matter what. People think I’m being ignorant when I make this statement but I’m not. I’ll also never sign a prenup whether I’m rich or she’s rich. If you can’t trust the person you’re marrying then don’t get married. Also if you love your money more than you love her or him don’t waste your time. Spend the rest of your life loving your money and rot in hell and leave the good single girls and guys to people who want to love them.

As I discuss things like this with my other brilliant classmates (and I use the term brilliant loosely to mean either stupid or really stupid) who always say “You don’t know what’s going to happen in the future, what if she wants to leave you and take your money?” I say a couple things. First I say you’re not bloody Paul McCartney and after they don’t understand I say the amount of money that you have or even will have doesn’t matter compared to the trust and love you’re giving someone else. I say if I marry the girl I love and she takes all my money either because she duped me or because she changed her mind and doesn’t love me anymore than let her have it. There’s way more to life than money. Second I say don’t marry a girl that loves money more than she loves you. Simple rules to follow.

I don’t believe that the opposite of peace is war and I don’t believe the opposite of love is hate.

I fall for girls fast. I think it’s because of the hope I have for an amazing relationship full of fun, laughing, a little bit of illegal activity, and trust. I haven’t had a girlfriend in five years and am no where close to having one any time soon. Maybe this is my lack of trust for the opposite sex or maybe I haven’t found the one that I’m speaking of in this note…or maybe I’ve set the bar too high for my face. I think Samantha would choose the third. Regardless of the real or true reason the truth remains: some girl out there will one day make me a very lucky man. God bless love and war; the only things that have no rules.

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Anthropologie has the prettiest collection of intimates sets.  wouldn’t the lace trims and little bows be so pretty for a bride?

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  1. taylarose said:

    beautiful! gilly hicks also has really pretty undies, but much cheaper than anthro

  2. Amy Nieto said:

    Beautiful! You know, i’ve never had fancy/pretty/flirty underwear. I’m such a practical person in that sense. Maybe I’ll get some cute this year :)

  3. Holli said:

    What an easy way to put yourself in beautiful-feeling mood!

  4. Vanessa said:

    I’m so in love with the last set… Pretty undies are so worth the extra cash.

  5. lauren said:

    here you’ve tapped into yet another weakness of mine…sigh…