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Michael Moron
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Ben Stein
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difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large
matter—’tis the difference between the lightning-bug and the lightning." - Mark
Twain
The opposite of a correct statement is a
false statement.
The opposite of a profound truth may well be another
profound truth.
Niels Bohr (1885-1962), physicist
"Beware the man of one book."
Saint
Thomas Aquinas (1225 - 1274), Theologian, philosopher
Life is not a journey to the grave with the
intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to
skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly
proclaiming:
WOW - What a Ride!"
"Consciously
or unconsciously we all strive to make the kind of a world we like."
Oliver
Wendell Holmes
"We Lakota have a close relationship to the buffalo. He
is our brother. You can't understand about nature, about the feeling we have
toward it, unless you understand how close we were to the buffalo. That animal
was almost like a part of ourselves, part of our souls." Lame Deer,
Lakota
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The Motorcycle Riders Foundation regrets to report that our beloved past President, Karen Bolin, passed away on October 30, 2006. Karen's integrity, her love of motorcycling, and her dedication to motorcyclists' rights will be long remembered. A memorial service will be held for Karen on November 4, 2006 at 10:00 AM at Yahn and Son Funeral Home 55 West Valley Hwy South, Auburn WA 98071. Karen requested that in lieu of flowers a donation be sent to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition (www.nccc-online.org) at 6520 Platt Avenue # 693, West Hills, CA
91307. Karen's concern and hope was that every woman be tested regularly.
Deborah Butitta
Secretary
Motorcycle Riders Foundation, Inc.
deb@mrf.org
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USAF Predators come of age in Iraq and Afghanistan as Reaper waits in the wings The General Atomics-Aeronautical Systems Inc (GA-ASI) Predator has already become the first unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to be adopted on a large scale by the US Air Force (USAF), the first operational UAV to be armed and the first to fire weapons in combat, and the first system to permit precision strike missions to be controlled from anywhere on the planet.
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MONTREAL (CP) — The Correctional Service of Canada says former biker leader Maurice (Mom) Boucher wasn't allowed to pay his last respects to his father because it would have been too risky.
Albert Boucher, the father of the ex-Hells Angels kingpin, died recently at the age of 80.
Boucher is currently serving life sentences for ordering the murder of two prison guards in 1997.
A Corrections Canada spokesman says a risk assessment was done before it was decided not to allow Boucher to visit a funeral home in east-end Montreal.
Jean-Yves Roy says Mom Boucher's son, Francis, who is also serving time behind bars, was given permission to visit the funeral home Sunday afternoon.
He was allowed to leave the federal penitentiary in Donnacona, just west of Quebec City, with an escort.
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DAWSONVILLE, Ga. — Nudist resorts are dropping the fig leaf.
Clothing-free resorts have traditionally been rustic, mom-and-pop campgrounds hidden deep in the woods, away from prying eyes and bluenose politicians. But now, fancy nude recreation spots are springing up along major highways, and resort owners are joining chambers of commerce, sponsoring charity drives and hosting civic events.
"We're no longer hiding," said Joe Lettelleir, owner of Dawsonville's Paradise Valley Resort, who this summer proved his point by taking a cross-country trip on a bus that challenged onlookers to call a toll-free number for more information.
The Dawsonville resort was once so secretive that it was called Hidden Valley. It is tucked along a winding country lane, and once consisted of little more than a few recreational-vehicle sites around a 1-foot-deep pond.
But now it is undergoing a major luxury expansion. Neighbors and business owners are encouraged to stop by for a look at the 108-acre property, which has been turned into a clothing-optional resort to encourage more visitors.
And annual fundraisers for local charities draw hundreds of motorcyclists and joggers to its gates.
The new let-it-all-hang-out attitude is reflected right down to the name of the resort, which dropped "Hidden" from its modest welcome sign three years ago.
"Once upon a time, people built walls. And the feeling was, 'We've got to have walls. We've got to be obscure,' "
said Erich Schuttauf, executive director of the American Assn. for Nude Recreation. "That really left people wondering what happens behind those walls. Folks didn't realize it was basically just a club, what a swim and tennis club would resemble."
For 20 years, the Cypress Cove Nudist Resort & Spa in Kissimmee, Fla., has hosted an annual July open house to welcome neighbors. More recently, it has sponsored a yearly Chamber of Commerce event and an annual Body of Art show featuring about 25 artists and their nudist artwork.
"By demystifying it, people understand us better — and people don't think we're a bunch of crackpots," said Dean Hadley, the resort's manager.
One way to do so, a group of residents at Tampa's Paradise Lakes Resort decided five years ago, was to form the world's first nudist Lions Club. Members meet twice a month at the resort's restaurant and raise more than $10,000 each year to buy eye care for the needy and give to the blind.
"We've got to raise money from people who don't have pockets," joked Bob Moore, the civic group's 71-year-old president. "But when it comes time to give us money, they go home and find the money!"
Big construction projects also reflect the new, not-so-shy attitude. The sprawling Desert Shadows Inn Resort & Villas in Palm Springs built a "Bridge of Thighs" that links two parts of the resort across a major road, serving as a very public reminder to passing drivers in the "textile" world.
The resort is a few miles outside the Dawsonville city limits, and Mayor Joe Lane Cox said "people just kind of ignore it."
"They don't cause any problems," said Cox, a 67-year-old lifelong Dawsonville resident. "They come out in the community, attend meetings. And they're just like everybody else when they do — they blend in." |
11 / 01 / 06 | By Michael Kanellos
In the never-ending quest to make cell phones and MP3 players smaller, Samsung Electronics has come up with a package that can stack 16 memory chips into a space that used to accommodate just one.
When stuffed with 8-gigabit flash memory chips, the package holds 16GB of memory. Multichip packages can also typically accommodate different types of chips, so a cell phone maker could insert flash memory, DRAM and a processor into the package.
To stuff 16 in a package, the company has developed a thinning process that reduces the thickness of the wafer that serves as the source of the chips. The overall thickness of the package filled with chips comes to 30 microns.
That's about 65 percent of the thickness of the chips crammed into the 10-chip package. The company also had to refine its laser-cutting technology so that the chips wouldn't break when being cut out of the wafer.
Samsung did not say when these chips would start appearing in consumer electronic devices.
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COUNTRY DESCRIPTION: Cyprus is a developed Mediterranean island nation divided de facto into two areas.
Facilities for tourism in the Republic of Cyprus are highly developed. The Republic of Cyprus joined the European Union in 2004. Read the Department of State Background Notes on Cyprus for additional information.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: A passport is required for travel to Cyprus. A tourist and business entry stamp is issued at the port of entry for a stay of up to three months. For further information on entry requirements for Cyprus, travelers can contact the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus at 2211 R Street NW, Washington, D.C.
20008-4082, tel. (202) 462-5772, or the Cypriot Consulate in New York at 13 East 40th St., 5th Floor, New York, N.Y. 10016, tel. (212) 686-6016/17. Visit the Embassy of Cyprus' web site at http://www.cyprusembassy.net for the most current visa information.
Americans can generally enter the area administered by Turkish Cypriots with a valid passport for a stay of ninety days. However, the United States does not recognize or maintain diplomatic relations with the "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus."
SAFETY AND SECURITY: Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to enter the U.N. buffer zone at any place other than a designated crossing point. This area is heavily mined and militarized.
Never photograph military installations or anything that could be perceived as being of security interest (especially in the area administered by Turkish Cypriots). Pay particular attention to areas marked with "no photography" signs. Police on both sides strictly enforce these restrictions.
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This Public Announcement supersedes the Public Announcement dated August 24, which alerts U.S. citizens to the mounting violence and disorder in Oaxaca City, Oaxaca, Mexico. U.S. citizens should at this time avoid travel to Oaxaca City due to this increase in violence, which has resulted in at least nine deaths over the past several months. This Public Announcement expires on November 15, 2006.
On October 27, a U.S. journalist was fatally shot in Oaxaca City amid the ongoing violence and disorder caused by civil unrest. Several protest groups have engaged in increasingly violent demonstrations in and around Oaxaca City for several months, sometimes resulting in similarly violent reactions from other groups.
The Government of Mexico ordered the mobilization of the Federal Preventive Police (PFP) force to Oaxaca City on October 28 to quell violence and restore order to the area. Protesters and the PFP are currently engaged in violent confrontations within the city. There are reports that the main highway and secondary roads linking Oaxaca City to Mexico City may be closed at any time, and flights may be temporarily delayed or cancelled at the Xoxocotlan International Airport in Oaxaca City.
U.S. citizens already in Oaxaca should avoid demonstrations, remain in their homes or hotels, and avoid the downtown and surrounding areas during demonstrations or PFP operations, as random shootings and violence may occur at any time. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence unexpectedly. Since the timing and routes of marches and demonstrations are always subject to change, U.S. citizens should monitor local media sources for new developments and exercise extreme caution while within the vicinity of any protests.
U.S. citizens are reminded to avoid participating in demonstrations and other activities that might be deemed political by Mexican authorities. The Mexican constitution prohibits political activities by foreigners, and such actions may result in detention and/or deportation.
For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution public announcement, travel warnings and public announcements can be found. Up to date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at
1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the state department's travel registration website at https://travelregistration.state.gov. |
Article published Oct 28, 2006
Sarasota police add patrol to help protect clown statues
By MIKE SAEWITZ
SARASOTA -- Clown vandalism is no joke to the Sarasota Police Department.
With six incidents of vandalism in the first two weeks of the "Clowning Around Town" public art exhibit, a Sarasota police lieutenant said Friday that patrol officers will be checking on the clowns as part of their beats.
And they're asking anyone who sees a person roughing up a clown to report it immediately to the department's detective bureau, 954-7070.
"They're going to do whatever they can to minimize that," said Kristine Nickel of TideWell Hospice and Palliative Care, which is putting on the exhibit. "They very much want to support the project."
Police Lt. Paul Sutton met with Nickel on Friday. He said that all patrol supervisors have been informed of the vandalism.
Nearly 50 clown statues will be in and around downtown until April, so the goal is to protect them during the next few months, Sutton said.
"It's an arrestable offense," Sutton said. "It's something people could go to jail for."
The police have already recovered the arm of Mr. Sarasota History, a clown that was knocked over Wednesday from its perch outside the Federal Building on Orange Avenue.
The arm was turned over to city employees, who will return it to the hospice.
"Eventually, we'll get the arm back and get Mr. Sarasota History back together," Nickel said.
The tip line could be useful in case vandals show parts of the clown to friends, Sutton said. One clown has had its slingshot stolen four times.
Sutton said it is important for people to know that the clowns will be auctioned off, and the money will go toward a hospice program for children with terminal illnesses.
FLFLHTC: I PROPOSE A SOLUTION TO THIS WOULD TO PUBLICLY HAMMER THE PERPS
FINGERS ONE AT A TIME. RESULT, MUCH LESS VANDALISM, 'NUFF SAID.
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SAN DIEGO, -- U.S. scientists say human embryonic stem cells can be converted into cells that produce all five hormones made by the pancreas, including insulin. Research conducted by Edward Baetge and colleagues at Novocell Inc.
in San Diego suggests the possibility of turning human embryonic stem cells into pancreatic cells that can be used for diabetes therapy. Human embryonic stem cells have the potential to become virtually any cell type in the body.
Thus, they are a promising source of cells to repair dam- aged organs, such as the pancreas, heart and liver. Baetge and colleagues show the efficient generation of insulin- producing cells from human embryonic stem cells depends on guiding the cells through stages similar to those of pan- creatic development. The researchers said the cells they created contained high levels of insulin and were also capable of secreting insulin -- but only minimally in response to sugar, which is a crucial function of adult beta-cells. The scientists speculate that, with additional research, the cells have the potential to be matured into insulin-producing cells that could be suitable for trans- plantation into patients. The study is reported online in the journal Nature Biotechnology.
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A state trooper spied a car puttering along at 22 MPH. So he turned on his lights and pulled the driver over.
Approaching the car, he noticed that five old guys were inside, and they looked wide-eyed and terribly pale.
The driver pleaded with him, "Officer, I don't understand, I was doing exactly the speed limit! What seems to be the problem?"
"Sir," the officer replies, "You weren't speeding, but driving slower than the speed limit can also be dangerous."
"I beg to differ, Officer, I was doing the speed limit exactly: twenty-two miles an hour!" the old man said.
The trooper, chuckling, explained to him that "22" was the route number, not the speed limit. A bit embarrassed, the man grinned and thanked the officer for pointing out his error.
"But before I let you go, Sir, I have to ask... Is everyone in this car ok? These guys seem awfully shaken."
"Oh, they'll be all right in a minute," the old man said. "We just got off Route 119."
Store business cards on a shower ring. Punch holes in the corners, and you've got a mini Rolodex.
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CHEAP LABOR?
Isn't that what the whole immigration issue is about?
Business doesn't want to pay a decent wage Consumers don't want expensive produce Government will tell you Americans don't want the jobs But the bottom line is cheap labor The phrase "cheap labor" is a myth, a farce, and a lie
~ there is no such thing as "cheap labor."
Take, for example, an illegal alien with a wife and five children.
He takes a job for $5.00 or $6.00/hour.
At that wage, with six dependents, he pays no income tax, yet at the end of the year, if he files an Income Tax Return, he gets an "earned income credit" of up to $3,200 free.
He qualifies for Section 8 housing and subsidized rent He qualifies for food stamps He qualifies for free (no deductible, no co-pay)
health care His children get free breakfasts and lunches at school He requires bilingual teachers and books He qualifies for relief from high energy bills If they are or become, aged, blind or disabled, they qualify for SSI.
Once qualified for SSI they can qualify for Medicare.
All of this is at that taxpayer's expense.
He doesn't worry about car insurance, life insurance, or homeowners insurance.
Taxpayers provide Spanish language signs, bulletins and printed material.
He and his family receive the equivalent of $20.00 to $30.00/hour in benefits.
Working Americans are lucky to have $5.00 or $6.00/hour Left after paying their bills and his.
The American taxpayers also pay for increased crime, graffiti and trash clean-up.
Cheap labor?
YEAH RIGHT!
Wake up people!
Thank you Bullet
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News Anchors Dan Rather and Peter Jennings, NPR Reporter Cokie Roberts and a US Marine were in the desert one day when they were captured by Iraqis.
They were tied up, led to a village, and brought before the leader. The leader said, "I am familiar with your western custom of granting the condemned a last wish; so, before we kill and dismember you, do you have any last requests?"
Dan Rather said, "Well, I'm a Texan; so I'd like one last bowlful of hot spicy chili." The leader nodded to an underling who left and returned with the chili. Rather ate it all and said, "Now I can die content."
Peter Jennings said, "I am Canadian, so I'd like to hear the song "O Canada" one last time." The leader nodded to a terrorist who had studied the Western world and knew the music. He returned with some rag-tag Musicians and played the anthem. Jennings sighed and declared he could now die peacefully.
Cokie Roberts said, "I'm a reporter to the end. I want to take out my tape recorder and describe the scene here and what's about to happen. Maybe someday someone will hear it and know that I was on the job till the end."
The leader directed an aide to hand over the tape recorder and Roberts dictated some comments. She then said, "Now I can die happy."
The leader turned and said, "And now, Mr. U.S. Marine, what is your final wish?"
"Kick me in the ass," said the Marine.
"What?" asked the leader. "Will you mock us in your last hour?"
"No, I'm not kidding. I want you to kick me in the ass," insisted the Marine. So the leader shoved him into the open, and kicked him in the ass.
The Marine went sprawling, but rolled to his knees, pulled a 9 mm pistol from inside his cammies, and shot the leader dead. In the resulting confusion, he leapt to his knapsack, pulled out his M4 carbine and sprayed the Iraqis with gunfire. In a flash, all the Iraqis were either dead or fleeing for their lives.
As the Marine was untying Rather, Jennings, and Roberts, they asked him, "Why didn't you just shoot them in the beginning? Why did you ask them to kick you in the ass first?"
"What," replied the Marine, "and have you three assholes call me the aggressor?
Semper Fi !
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