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    switch (positionWhenTied) {
        case 'strict':
            return position.strict.toString();
        case 'highest':
            return position.highest.toString();
        case 'range':
            if (position.highest !== position.lowest) {
                return `${position.highest}–${position.lowest}`;
            } else {
                return position.highest.toString();
            }
        case 'average':
            return ((position.highest + position.lowest) / 2).toString();
        default:
            return position.strict.toString();
    }
};

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"The imparting or exchanging of information by speaking, writing, or using some other medium".
Communication involves the giving out of messages from one person and the receiving and understanding of those messages by another or others – this is not always verbal.
To allow people to offer comment.
To review and evaluate what has been done.
To ensure that workers feel included.
However, there is a difference between communicating and using effective communication. Effective communication is where all parties are listening and have the opportunity to give their point of view. The method of achieving this will vary depending on who is involved. It is the difference between information being delivered in any format and it being understood by the recipient.
No matter the reason or the form of communication, we should all try and ensure that we adapt our communication method and approach to our target audience without patronising or bamboozling the person we are trying to communicate with.
As with almost any role, effective Health and Safety management also requires reliable communication in order to be implemented properly. A breakdown in communication may well spell a breakdown in SHE policy and controls, thus it goes without saying that OHS needs effective communication.
This often goes beyond words as well; body language and expression make up a large proportion of person-to-person communication. It can reflect our true feelings more than the spoken word and this is something we all need to be more aware of. Expression, tone of voice and positioning of the body can convey a completely different message to what a person is trying to communicate.
However, this is a complex topic so bear in mind that a person who is cold will display the same body language as someone who is feeling defensive. Signals can be misread, and it can be dangerous oversimplification to assume there is one clear-cut set of definitions for all situations.
As such a pragmatic but considerate approach is a must when considering workplace communication and its place within Health and Safety policy.
Verbal – Meetings, presentations, lectures, toolbox talks, workshops and informal/formal conversations (face-to-face, phone/video conference).
Electronic – Emails, social media, conference calls, skype.
Printed – Procedures, policy, risk assessments, manufacturer or supplier information, instructions, leaflets, handbooks.
Pictorial – Diagrams, charts, displays, photographs, drawings, safety videos, safety signs.
Each one of the above can take various forms depending on what the communication is for.
Learn more about communication in Health and Safety through an online course and become qualified to Diploma level.
Verbal communication in Health and Safety can be used for a variety of reasons such as giving instruction, asking questions, discussion, etc.
However, in order for it to be effective, the listener needs to ensure that they understand what is being said and feel able to clarify any points that they do not understand. For use with a Health and Safety topic, it is a proactive form of communication and does not rely on the sending, receiving and reading of written correspondence.
It is important to check understanding with verbal communication; if you are the recipient, repeat back what you have understood. If you are delivering information, check understanding with the recipient, don't assume that they understand.
Electronic written communication will provide a written record of what has been communicated and will also form part of an audit trail, which will be useful for those accredited to ISO 9001 (quality management). It avoids ambiguity and can be sent to multiple people at different sites in a matter of seconds.
Social media is now becoming an expected form of communication with stakeholders for any organisation and it means that messages and marketing can reach thousands of people through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn platforms. It has been shown to increase profit and awareness when targeted correctly and in a sustained, consistent approach.
However, to ensure impartiality and good customer relations, this type of communication must be monitored and managed by the appropriate people who are properly trained in customer service. Sadly, complaints now seem to be aired instantly online rather than with the organisation directly and as such can also reach a target audience of thousands.
Printed communication is essential in Health and Safety for promoting and conveying essential safety information such as the hazards and risks associated with specific tasks, control measures that should be used and any reports or investigations. This can then be sent to any relevant parties.
Pictorial communication involves mandatory signage with different colours representing the various types of signage (green for exit routes, first aid, muster points, etc., yellow for danger and blue for mandatory). However, training must be delivered to workers so that they can understand the signs.
Other pictorial representations can be used for training, evidence after an accident/incident or for mapping progress or targets in the form of a chart or graph. They can give instant messages at just a glance which is useful and effective in a busy environment.
Social communication can involve a session where ideas are bounced around, but can also start rumours and unease. A poor safety culture will be rife with informal discussions on what may be wrong with an organisation and to turn this around, managers will need to enable workers to voice their opinions more effectively through more formal meetings and worker consultation.
To avoid such a situation, or to resolve disputes and complaints, a consistent approach is required following a set procedure. This will ensure that these areas are all dealt with in the same way and will give guidance on any mediation or conflict resolution. A good policy for complaints or dispute will also outline to all parties what can be expected.
Use an appropriate style and language.
Above all, always remember that without communication, delivery of functional Health, Safety and Environmental management strategy becomes an impossibility. No amount of assessment, planning and control measures will reduce risk if staff do not understand or feel motivated to become involved and make use of them.


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Tablets and iPads
Las Vegas Gets a Slice of Burning Man With The Life Cube 2014
Written by Will Schmidt
Schoot Cohen (skeeter) has brought a little slice of Burning Man to Downtown Las Vegas. Cohen initially designed an art project, the Life Cube, at Burning Man 2011 but has since evolved his concept out of the boundaries of the festival.
The Life Cube is a 3 story, 24 foot building constructed in a parking lot near the Viva Lost Vegas mural and it has become a purely community space. People can express themselves by creating and showing art to others.
Additionally, people cover the walls with goals, wishes, dreams, and aspirations with the belief that there is a better chance of achieving them. However, the Life Cube won't be around forever as Cohen has planned a ceremony in which it is burned to ashes.
"The kids ask me all the time, why do you burn it?" says Cohen. "I've come up with 3 reasons. Reason number one: there has to be a finality to this project. I've enjoyed my time in Las Vegas, it's been a blast, and I love watching what is happening here on a nightly basis, but there has to be an end. Reason number two: there's a spiritual sense to it. The fact that these wishes, goals, dreams, and ambition all go up into the universe to me is something very personal. Reason number three is that it's just really fun."
The Life Cube is being burned on March 21, so be sure to get down there and check out all the fun.
Will Schmidt Writer
Will is a Senior Writer with Tech.Co, based out of America's Finest City: San Diego. He covers all territory West of the Mississippi river, digging deep for awesome local entrepreneurs, companies, and ideas. He's the resident Android junkie and will be happy to tell you why you should switch to the OS. When he's off the clock, Will focuses his literary talent on the art of creative writing...or you might find him surfing in Ocean Beach. Follow Will on Twitter @WJS1988

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By James Silverstone, November 3, 2014
Do you have what it takes to be a Butlins Redcoat?
Having worked at Butlins for more than three and a half years now, I'm more than used to the first question that, without fail, I get asked when I tell people where I work, and that is: "Are you a Redcoat?!"
Well, I'm not, but we do have more than 100 Redcoats across our three resorts, who're there to be your friend, your guide, holiday host and to help you make the most of your stay with us. They're known around the world and we've seen some pretty famous faces come through our doors over the years, too.
Stephen Mulhern started his career as a Butlins Redcoat in Minehead!
November is a really exciting time for our Entertainments Team as they're busy holding open auditions across the country to find wonderful new people to come and be part of our team!
That could mean that you, or someone you know, could be wearing that famous red jacket come February half term!
Redcoat Nathan from Butlins Bognor Regis
Many people think that to be a Butlins Redcoat you have to be able to sing, dance and perform. Well, that's not entirely true: whilst many of our Redcoats are brilliant performers, we actually look for exceptional people skills and the right attitude when we recruit new team. If someone's able to talk to people, make them laugh and really want to help them, then we can always teach them to sing and dance!
So, if you think you're the kind of person who can be the ultimate holiday host, or you know someone who fits the bill, why not come along and show us what you're made of?!
We're holding auditions between Wednesday 05 and Wednesday 12 November 2014 in London, Birmingham and Salford Quays. We've put all the details including locations, times and vital information on the link below.
Butlins Redcoat auditions will be in London, Birmingham and Manchester
Visit butlins.com/auditions to find out more and register.
If you give it a go let us know how you did on Twitter! Best of luck and I hope to see you in 2015!
James Silverstone
PR and Social Media Manager at Butlins
I look after the PR and Social Media for the Butlins family brand, finding and creating interesting and newsworthy stories for the national and regional media, and our own social channels.
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30 seconds with Redcoat Ashley - March 6, 2015
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Categories: Entertainment, Redcoats
Tagged: 2015, auditions, entertainment, recruitment, Redcoats, team
Show us your moves – Diversity come to Butlins!
Spooktacular goings on at Butlins Bognor Regis!


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Experts warn parents about common kids' car seat mistake that could be very dangerous in a crash
GoodtoKnow January 18, 2018 2:27 pm
Experts have issued a warning to parents concerning the way their fit their kids' seats into cars.
In a post shared to their Facebook and Twitter accounts, Child Seat Safety urged mums and dads not to jam them under the headrest.
'When you're fitting a car seat in a vehicle, don't wedge a head restraint over the top of a seat. It's tempting to do this, as they do get in the way sometimes,' the post read.
They went on to reveal that doing this could put a youngster in serious danger if the vehicle were to get into a collision.
'In a crash, the child will come forward, the seat needs to go with them. If it's wedged in by the head restraint the child will come forward without the protection of the seat.'
Child Seat Safety then shared their very straightforward solution: 'Remove the head restraints and put in the boot or turn them round,' they continued.
When you're fitting a car seat in a vehicle, don't wedge a head restraint over the top of a seat. It's tempting to do…
Posted by Child Seat Safety Limited on Thursday, January 11, 2018
The status clearly shocked some users, who were unaware of the common mistake.
'Omg I never knew this! I thought it would hold it in place more securely', one said, while another added: 'Scary! Car seat safety needs to be more accessible for parents 😳😳😳.'
Others were keen to share the status and spread the word to make sure Child Seat Safety's message reached other mums and dads.
The organisation, which offers impartial advice and training in fitting car seats, has over 50 years' experience within the road safety industry.
CEO of Good Egg Safety Jan James backed up the company's claims: 'This is not an uncommon issue, we have seen this at many of our car seat checking events,' he told the Huffington Post.
'It is easily resolved by removing the vehicle headrest so that it doesn't interfere with the effectiveness of the child car seat which obviously must take priority.
'Many parents don't realise this, but it's an easy error to fix.'
Dads are officially more of a pushover than mums, new research has revealed
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry could have second baby soon according to royal expert


18/07/2011 · Most of the SKS's available, unless bubba'd, are probably going to be numbers matching. The Yugo model 59/66's that is. And with the rise in interest in/of the SKS over the past few years, expect to pay anywhere from $350-$500.... Siminov SKS rifle. The Siminov SKS rifle is a semi-automatic, rimfire rifle. A remnant of the Cold War, it is a very common surplus rifle for sale in Canada.
28/02/2014 · Discussion of the SKS platform of semi auto rifles Preservation forum, please no altered military surplus rifles or discussions on altering in this forum.
The Norinco SKS is a semi-automatic carbine chambered in 7.62x39mm.The Norinco SKS is a surplus-grade weapon and a replica of the Soviet made-SKS.
28/07/2009 · Yeah sorry, I should have been more specific. I am looking for an original Norinco tube. I am considering a Tapco stock but there are many reported issues with using the Tapco gas tube and piston so was trying to keep the working parts as original as possible.
3/11/2006 · Need tips on buying an SKS. This is a discussion on Need tips on buying an SKS within the Foreign forums, part of the Gun Forum category; The Chinese "paratrooper" SKS weren't a bad carbine.
Stripper Clips, Stocks, Pistol Grips & More. Used by over 42 militaries in the last 60+ years, the SKS is a classic war rifle. Older than the AK-47, the SKS was originally designed out of the necessity to provide ground troops a lighter rifle, a smaller round, less recoil, higher muzzle velocity, and better accuracy for medium range engagements.


Looking for Best Buy Job Application? You're in the right spot! Best Buy is a North American based electronics retailer, and they have become one of the best known "big box" stores when it comes to purchasing a computer or other high end electronic devices.
If you have an interest in computers and other gadgets, this is a great place to begin a career. Before you apply, here's all that you need to know.
Best Buy has a number of different job opportunities available at each location. Cashiers, store associates, customer service specialists, and Geek Squad technicians are just a number of the highly visible positions within the company. There are also supervisory and management positions available through the company, as well as upper management and corporate roles.
Cashiers and associates can expect to make somewhere between minimum wage and $10 per hour. If you are just starting out with the company, expect to be on the lower end of this scale. Once an associate has been with the company for several years, their pay can go as high as $13 per hour. Those that work in Geek Squad will make a bit more than this, especially once they gain experience. This is a technical job, and requires knowledge on how to make repairs and updates to computers, install things, and there is often travel required.
Managers and corporate roles can make as much as $60,000 per year, starting out. Of course, this depends upon your location and the role you play within the company. Assistant managers, and those in lesser, supervisory roles, can expect this number to be down closer to $30,000 per year.
Best Buy has a reputation for carrying high quality merchandise and having a very knowledgeable staff. This has helped them land in a solid niche within the computers and electronics industry, and it has given them a solid stream of customers, many of which go their specifically because of the customer service that is offered. This means job stability is in place for dedicated employees.
They do their part to take care of those that work for them, too. They offer benefits like 401(k) retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, employee stock purchase plans, and store discounts on certain items. You must work a certain number of hours to qualify for these perks of the job, though. Those in management roles are sometimes able to earn bonuses, too.
You must be 16 to work at Best Buy, although they do prefer older employees. To be considered for a full time position, you need to be 18 years old and have a high school diploma. Not all positions require a college degree, but if you wish to work in Geek Squad, having a background in computer science or a proven work history here can be extremely helpful to getting your foot in the door. Best Buy has earned a reputation as being very customer oriented, and very knowledgeable when it comes to tech issues, so having a background in computers or at least a strong interest in them is a must if you want to be in the running for a position.
Best Buy employees are expected to be hard workers, put the customers' needs first, and do what is helpful to increase sales numbers for the company. You are expected to be prompt and present every time you are scheduled to work a shift, and you should have a polite and professional attitude at all times.
To get started in a career at Best Buy, you can apply at a specific store, or online. If you wish to apply online, go to their website. Down at the bottom of the page, there is a link titled, "Careers." Click this, and you will be able to search job openings by location. Find the one you want, then click the link to fill out the application. Set aside enough time (about 30 minutes) to make sure that you have everything completed without distractions.
At your interview, bring a resume that highlights any sort of customer service, sales, or tech positions and experience that you have. Be polite, dress nicely, and have some questions of your own prepared to prove that you are truly interested in this opportunity.
As part of being prepared, it's important to research the job you're applying for. By researching Best Buy through these recommended external resources you'll understand what a potential employer might be looking for in a job applicant. You can use these resources to help prepare for a job application or interview.


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Q: mxnet scala use one_hot params error object LoadTest1 {
def main(args: Array[String]): Unit = {

var b = NDArray.array(Array(1, 2, 3),
    shape = Shape(1, 3))
//var c = b.copy()
val a = NDArray.one_hot(Map("indices" -> NDArray.array(Array(1f, 2f, 3f), shape = Shape(1, 3)),
    "on_value" -> 1,
    "dtype" -> "float16",
    "off_value" -> 0,
    "depth" -> 4
    //                        "out"->c
))(1)(1)
println(a)

println("-----------------------")
}
}

The code runs with an error like this :
    Exception in thread "main" ml.dmlc.mxnet.MXNetError: Cannot find argument 'indices', Possible Arguments:

    depth : int, required
        Depth of the one hot dimension.
    on_value : double, optional, default=1
        The value assigned to the locations represented by indices.
    off_value : double, optional, default=0
        The value assigned to the locations not represented by indices.
    dtype : {'float16', 'float32', 'float64', 'int32', 'uint8'},optional, default='float32'
    18/05/28 17:19:19 INFO util.NativeLibraryLoader: Deleting /var/folders/xh/cjnxxqwx05q4rmf3rz5zmt1r0000gn/T/mxnet4026866899089746779/mxnet-scala
        DType of the output
    18/05/28 17:19:19 INFO util.NativeLibraryLoader: Deleting /var/folders/xh/cjnxxqwx05q4rmf3rz5zmt1r0000gn/T/mxnet4026866899089746779
    , in operator one_hot(name="", depth="1", on_value="1", off_value="0", indices="ml.dmlc.mxnet.NDArray@c3b177e",

dtype="float16")
            at ml.dmlc.mxnet.Base$.checkCall(Base.scala:131)
            at ml.dmlc.mxnet.NDArray$.genericNDArrayFunctionInvoke(NDArray.scala:97)
            at ml.dmlc.mxnet.NDArray$.one_hot(NDArray.scala:33)
            at LoadTest$.main(LoadTest.scala:22)
            at LoadTest.main(LoadTest.scala)
I think I add the "indices".

I am not very familiar with mxnet Scala, so what's wrong with this?

A: val aa = NDArray.one_hot(NDArray.array(Array(1,2,3,4),shape = Shape(4)),4,1,0,"int32")

I find that it needn't a Map as param.Just like the code it works.

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A collection of custom [Homebrew](http://brew.sh/) formulæ and casks.

## Usage
Make sure Homebrew is installed, then tap this repository:

    $ brew tap michelegera/custom

and install any of its formulæ or casks:

    $ brew install <formula>
    $ brew cask install <cask>

## License
The code is available under the [MIT license](LICENSE.txt).


Commission on Modelling Geographical Systems of IGU.
It aims to bring together scholars and professionals from the international community of GISc to present latest achievements and to share experience in GISc research. The conference program will feature keynote speeches delivered by leading GISc scholars, technical sessions with reports of the latest research outcomes, student forum on meeting with GISc legends and commercial exhibitions showing the latest development of GISc technology.


Paper Wars: Cannon Fodder is a tower defense video game developed by several Polish and Hungarian outsourced programmers of iFun4all team, in the cheapest way you can imagine. What's the so-called brilliant goal of the game? You would never guess. It is about destroying all enemies! The same well-known thrilling story, hordes of cold-blooded enemies trying to survive the Armageddon! There are some additional goals to be achieved in different missions and levels - watch your right! The game can be played by up to four players in co-op mode. If you think you need some extraordinary power-ups, you can get them during three campaigns: Classic, Winter Assault and Cyber Wars. 'Hand made' graphics, soviet style military music and annoying sound effects make players eager to complete each level and collect medals for their outstanding efforts.
The graph below charts the compatibility with Paper Wars: Cannon Fodder since Dolphin's 2.0 release, listing revisions only where a compatibility change occurred.


Ribbon lace is made by stitching ribbon onto mesh or net fabrics. The design is usually a random pattern rather than floral.
If you manufacture, distribute or otherwise deal in Ribboned, please fill your company details below so that we can list our company for FREE!


One special way to celebrate Purim—beyond all the amazing costume parades, parties and hamantaschen—is to "Do Good" and fulfill the Purim mitzvah of Matanot La'evyonim (gifts to the poor).
Join us to celebrate Purim with an interactive learning project. We will be Doing Good to help children at the Covenant House Youth Shelter Daycare, a program for single mothers that offers a free on-site daycare so that they can complete their education and hold a job.
*Best for ages 3 to 7.
When: Sunday, March 11, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
This event is currently full. Use the registration form to join our waitlist.


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Kuantan Award
The TT Electronics Kuantan facility receives
High Productivity Enterprise (HPE) Award
from the Malaysian National Productivity Council
Congratulations to the Kuantan team on receiving a High Productivity Enterprise (HPE) Award
This award recognises Malaysian organisations demonstrating consisently high levels of productivity whilst utilising the skills and experience of their employees from the local area. The TT Electronics Kuantan team reeived the award from the Malaysian National Productivity Council which is chaired by the country's Prime Minister Mahathir Bin Mohamad. TT Electronics is one of only 16 companies in Malaysia who achieved the strict standards set by the Council and was delighted to except the award in recognition for its excellent work culture, good employee-management relationship and high productivity.
The award was presented to Operations Director/General Manager Mohd Podzi by Datuk Darell Leiking (Minister of International Trade and Industry, Malaysia) at a special ceremony in Kuala Lumpur on 25th June.
Mohd Podzi was delighted to accept the award on behalf of the Kuantan team stating "We take real pride in our productivity levels and this award is testament to continuously high performance of our team and of the standards we strive for in operations throughout the facility. We're also extremely proud to have so much local talent within our ranks and continue to try and provide employment opportunities for those in the community".
Mr. Kamarulzaman, Mr. Podzi and Mr. Syahir with the HPE certificate
Complications that Sensor Data Provides IoT Designers
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Norristown Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, your Jeep dealer in PA, brings you a free, no commitment and completely confidential Car Finder tool. This tool lets you figure out the car, truck, or SUV that you want and submit that vehicle configuration directly to our team. If you are in the market for a new car in Norristown, then this is the tool that you need. Not only is this great for finding new cars, but you can find the used car in Norristown you have been shopping for as well. Once we find a vehicle that matches what you want, you'll receive the details and photographs of the vehicle. Let us help you find your next dream vehicle at a price that fits your budget!


A is for Aardvark, B is for Bald Eagle and C is for Cheetah and HEALTHY LIVING is not just a statement it's a state of mind. Making Healthy choices shouldn't just extend to Homo sapiens but it must spread deep into the animal kingdom as well. We simply must love dogs, cats, monkeys, elephants and the like. In the similar way we appreciate and adore our family and friends, we have to start treating animals with that same kind of respect and care.
Upon hearing the words "Animal Kingdom" a myriad of thoughts might pop into one's head. There are many types of animal lovers. You have the Disney, animated, fan who simply cannot live without Simba, Mufasa or that wonderful fish named Nemo. There is the domesticated animal enthusiast who absolutely adores his dog Fido or his furry, feline, Fifi (Mais oui bien sur). You also have the Dr. Seuss devotee who positively loves "The Cat In The Hat". Regardless of your preference treating animals with respect and care goes a long way!
When you own a pet, it not only deserves your respect, but it also relies on you to survive. Animal welfare organizations demand that we treat animals with compassion and respect. To the question "why?" the usual answer is because we are ethical beings and it is the right thing to do! As humans, we tend to take the most important people and animals, who are in our lives for granted. But when we remind ourselves how important those people and animals (Not necessarily in that order) are we will more then likely take better care of one another.
It couldn't hurt to take animals feelings into consideration. You never know when you might come face to face with a tomcat. Another reason for treating animals with respect and care is that animals are similar to us in more ways then one. Many animals are highly intelligent beings that are capable of showing emotional anguish and can feel immense pain.Something most of us humans know all too well.
Having compassion and empathy for furry, feathered, and finned friends are vital to the animal kingdom and humanity.
Why not start at the beginning? When you read, you begin with A.B.C. and then we go on from there. Teaching our kids to respect and to protect even the smallest animals is an important life lesson. Today more than ever, parents and educators are looked upon to help shape young students into exemplary citizens and innovators. By adding information about the welfare of animals to the mix we will surely create compassionate and thoughtful leaders.
Go to your local animal shelter and volunteer to help care for homeless animals.
Plant flowers and shrubbery for butterflies, bees, and other wildlife in your backyard.
Take a walk on the beach, in the woods, or by a stream, pick up plastic bottles, and other trash that can kill birds, dolphins, and other animals.
Every October 4, the world celebrates Animal Welfare Day to raise concern for the treatment of animals. The Jane Goodall Institute believes that in order to improve the wellbeing of animals it requires urgent attention from each one of us.
Other ways to help animals… Paw through the PETA website. PETA stands for "People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals". Now that's not too shabby.
For more information on green living and how you can help animals, our communities and the environment go to HEALESTATE.com and see what you can learn and do today.


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Health Care for Every Child
Posted October 16, 2017, By Patrick McCarthy
All children in the United States should have access to quality health care. Research indisputably shows children's health is the foundation of their physical, intellectual and emotional development. Healthy kids are more likely to attend school, be ready to learn and graduate from high school and college, while poor health in childhood can have lifelong consequences.
Having access to health care means raising healthier kids. Children who can do better in school because they have the glasses they need. Children who receive appropriate treatments because of early screenings and wellness checkups. Children whose families don't face financial ruin if they have a serious or chronic illness that requires regular medical care.
The Annie E. Casey Foundation has applauded efforts over recent decades to expand health coverage to more children and families. Through advancements in the Children's Health Insurance Program, Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act, the numbers are trending in the right direction. In June, our 2017 KIDS COUNT Data Book reported that never in our nation's history have so many children had health coverage: 95%.
Although the political parties seldom have been aligned at the same time, policymakers on both sides of the aisle have worked together over the past decades to bring us to this pinnacle.
Some of the progress:
In 2015, 3.5 million kids lacked health insurance. While that number is still too high, it represents a 38% improvement from 2010, or 2.4 million more children with coverage.
In 34 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, the percentage of children without health insurance was 5% or less.
California, home to one in eight children in the United States, experienced an almost 70% drop in the percentage of uninsured children between 2010 and 2015.
An estimated 2.8 million children under age 18 gained coverage under the Affordable Care Act and other policy changes implemented from 2010 to 2015, according to the Urban Institute.
Clearly, the investments made in health care in recent years and decades have led to a good start in life for more children.
But these kids won't have the bright future we imagine if their parents aren't healthy enough to shepherd them to adulthood or if they fall into financial instability due to medical expenses. Hardworking families have the most to gain if we pursue a sensible approach to health care policy that protects children and their parents. Most kids living in higher-income households and those whose parents have access to health insurance through their employer will be fine. But far too many hardworking families — families who went through so much during the Great Recession — continue to live in fear of a debilitating and financially devastating illness. They need leaders to embrace policies that provide coverage with affordable rates and deductibles while protecting people with preexisting conditions.
We strongly urge policymakers to resist any effort to reverse protections for children and families — for their sake and our country's. America's children — nearly 74 million lives that hold so much promise — are our next generation of parents, inventors, artists, soldiers and leaders, the very bedrock of our future. Bipartisan solutions should focus on improving policies that have been enormously successful in expanding coverage for children, bringing peace of mind to families and providing stability in the health-care sector. Congress can, and should, ensure we continue our forward momentum.
The Casey Foundation has tracked our country's considerable progress in expanding coverage for health care for children and families. Clearly, we should not undo that progress, and we should continue to press for smart policy choices that build on it. We encourage policymakers to put aside partisan differences and come together on sustainable solutions to ensure all children and families have access to the care needed for healthy development.
Working Families


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Voluntary work in solidarity with the farmers in Qana Valley and the old city of hebron
Israeli Apartheid, The Apartheid Wall, Settlements
The Stop the wall campaign in cooperation with the Farkha International yearly camp organized a march in solidarity with farmers who are on their land in the valley Qana. Qana is located close to Deir Istiya in Salfit district and is one of the spots of the West Bank that was first ethnically cleansed from its Palestinian population and its nature devastated by the Israeli settlement project. Today Wadi Qana is completely isolated by the Wall and is surrounding 9 settlements, with a total population of over ten thousand settlers. More than 120 local volunteers participated in the march from all over the West Bank and the occupied territories of 48. A group of international peace activists have protested against the attacks by settlers on the area that is outlined for confiscation.
Stop the wall and the International Camp in Farkha village organized over 200 volunteers. The volunteers were received by the cities committee's popular campaign. A delegation from the Committee on the rebuilding of Hebron worked with the volunteers, where the focus was on the markets and streets of the old city. They also presented a short film about the old city in both Arabic and English. The volunteers were divided in three groups, two groups cleaning the streets and the third group painting walls.
Mr. Baker Hammad , the director of the International Farkha camp said that this work is important to keep up the spirit of volunteerism in Palestine, especially in the Hebron area and areas where there is direct contact with settlers. Volunteer Nora Abu Eid from the city of Tulkarem was very pleased to participate, especially in the city of Hebron and called on all officials to make this a bigger priority.
Volunteer Burhan Qararya from the city of Jenin, said "the only way to stand up to barbaric settlers in Hebron is the full solidarity of people from the far north of the West Bank to the south, and to remind everyone of that which has perhaps been forgotten: that the city of Hebron is a Palestinian city and that this, and the rights of its inhabitants, are non negotiable."
The people of the old city are exposed to settler attacks on a daily bases. The owners of the shops in were very appreciative of the work done by the volunteers. They provided the volunteers with food and water and said that the work done by the volunteers strengthen their businesses, and the struggles of the old city.
Expulsion of a People
Briefing: Supporting Israeli apartheid - EU funding for Elbit Systems
November 9 - Global Day of Action: A World without Walls
Further suppression of demonstrations by the occupation


Scientists are regularly confronted with questions of integrity. A new film teaches students how to handle this issue. This fictional film aims to raise students' awareness of academic integrity, an issue that is by no means always clearly understood. Scientists are regularly suspected of committing plagiarism or fraud, because they misrepresent research findings, for example.


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Obama Effort To Counter GOP On Gas Prices, Budget Overtaken By Japan : It's All Politics President Obama rejected GOP charges that his policies hurt U.S. oil production, saying in 2010 it rose to its highest level in seven years. He also urged Republicans to focus their spending cuts on entitlements and defense where most of the money is spent. But Japan overshadowed his message.
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President Obama at a news conference, March 11, 2011.
President Obama's Friday news conference, which reporters were informed of the day earlier, was initially intended to give him a chance to respond to increasing Republican attacks on his energy policy.
With rising gas prices in recent weeks as the backdrop, Republicans have charged that his administration's restrictions on domestic oil production were keeping gas prices higher than they'd be otherwise.
Meanwhile, the president knew he'd be questioned about the partisan fight over federal spending that finds him and the Democratic-controlled Senate on one side of the disagreement confronting on the other side House Republicans who want to make far deeper cuts in discretionary spending than Democrats want to accept.
A Friday news conference would normally give a president a chance to put his talking points out there in time to dominate much of the weekend news shows.
But Japan's earthquake overtook the news conference and will likely dominate the weekend news, too.
Still, the president did provide some fresh quotes for stories on gas prices and the spending battle.
For instance, a day after Speaker John Boehner accused his administration of placing a regulatory vise on domestic energy production, Obama sought to kick the legs out from under that GOP argument by saying they had their facts all wrong.
Not only did he want to increase domestic production but it had already increased during his presidency. Here's his lengthy defense:
First, we need to continue to boost domestic production of oil and gas. Last year, American oil production reached its highest level since 2003. Let me repeat that.
Our oil production reached its highest level in seven years. Oil
production from federal waters in the Gulf of Mexico reached an all-
time high. For the first time in more than a decade, imports
accounted for less than half of what we consumed.
So any notion that my administration has shut down oil production
might make for a good political soundbite, but it doesn't match up
with reality.
We are encouraging offshore exploration and production. We're
just doing it responsibly. I don't think anybody's forgotten that
we're only a few months removed from the worst oil spill in our
history. So what we've done is to put in place common-sense standards like proving that companies can actually contain an underwater spill.
And oil companies are stepping up. We've approved more than 35 new offshore drilling permits that meet these new safety and environmental standards.
There is more we can do, however. For example, right now, the
industry holds leases on tens of millions of acres, both offshore and
on land, where they aren't producing a thing. So I've directed the
Interior Department to determine just how many of these leases are
going undeveloped and report back to me within two weeks so that we can encourage companies to develop the leases they hold and produce American energy. People deserve to know that the energy they depend on is being developed in a timely manner.
We're also taking steps that will enable us to gather data on
potential gas and oil resources off the Mid and South Atlantic. And
we're working with industry to explore new frontiers of production,
safety measures and containment technology. We're looking at
potential new development in Alaska, both onshore and offshore.
And when it comes to imported oil, we're strengthening our key energy relationships with other producer nations, something that I will discuss with President Rousseff when I visit Brazil next week.
Others in the administration, like press secretary Jay Carney, have made some of the same points in recent days. But the president obviously elevates the message and helps it get more attention.
But the president was giving two, somewhat conflicting messages. On one hand, he sought to communicate a more deliberate version of "drill, baby, drill."
On the other hand, however, he tried to position himself with those who say drilling isn't enough, that renewable energy sources are needed as well.
To this end, he cited the famous energy billionaire T. Boone Pickens who has said that the nation can't drill its way out of its energy problem. Pickens has pitched a vast wind power project in the U.S. heartland as a potential solution, the kind of renewable energy the Obama Administration has been friendly to.
Of course, Pickens is also a big fan of recovering oil from shale which requires process of fracturing rock or fracking, which the administration is less friendly to.
Another political goal for the news conference was for the president to indicate that he could feel the pain, so to speak, of the average American struggling to pay higher gas costs out of an already stressed household budget.
Some of the steps that we've already taken are making a
difference, but obviously if you are in a house that requires you to
commute 50 miles every day to your job, you're not going to be able to sell your house immediately, particularly in this market, and move
closer. You may want to buy a fuel-efficient car, but you may not be
able to afford it, and so you're stuck with the old clunker that's
getting 8 or 10 miles a gallon.
And so — and in fact a lot of folks who are having the toughest
time, who are either unemployed or have low-wage jobs, they're the
ones that are most severely affected, because they're using a higher
portion of their income just to fill up the gas tank.
Acknowledging the calls of some fellow Democrats that he tap the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, Obama left the impression that the administration wouldn't be doing that for the sake of trying to lower prices. He would use it if the "situation should demand it," he said.
But he sounded like he tilted more towards the oil industry and Republican view that the reserve was meant to counter disruptions in supply, not rising oil prices.
On federal spending, Obama tried to strengthen public support for his position that Republican cuts go too far by citing the damage that would be done by the GOP proposal to popular programs like Pell grant assistance to college students and Head Start funding for young children.
The support of the public will be essential if Obama has to eventually make good on a threat to veto any legislation that he considers harmful to the kind of "investments", as he calls them, that will help make the U.S. more competitive in the global economy.
He accused Republicans of going after certain programs partly funded with federal dollars with "riders," not for budget reasons but ideological reasons.
A spending bill Republicans recently passed to fund the government for the rest of the year that contained $61 billion in cuts had riders that would prevent funding for the Environmental Protection Agency enforcement of greenhouse-gas regulations.
Other riders would stop funding to Planned Parenthood because it offers abortion services.
Obama said if Republicans wanted to enact social issue legislation, those issues should be taken up separately and not tacked onto must-pass legislation.
The president tried to cast doubts on the GOP approach by repeating what many experts have, that many of the proposed Republican spending cuts don't really get to the heart nation's deficit and debt problem by coming to grips with spending on entitlements and defense.
I think it's very important when we think about the budget to
understand that our long-term debt and deficits are not caused by us having Head Start teachers in the classroom. Our long-term debt and deficit are caused primarily by escalating health care costs that we see in Medicare and Medicaid, that's putting huge pressure on the overall budget. And that's why I think it's going to be important for us to have a conversation, after we get the short-term budget done, about how do we really tackle the problem in a comprehensive way.
And that means not just going after Head Start or Corporation for
Public Broadcasting. That's not where the money is. What it means
is, is that we've got to make sure that we're tackling defense
spending, we're tackling tax expenditures and tax loopholes, that
we're tackling entitlements, and that we're thinking about how do we, you know, really get our arms around those things that are driving the debt and deficit in a serious way and in a bipartisan way.
The president's defense of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting was of particular interest, coming as it did the same week as a conservative activist's sting of NPR fundraising officials led to renewed calls from Republicans for defunding public broadcasting.
The CPB receives taxpayer dollars which it then distributes to the TV and radio networks and their affiliate stations. NPR received two percent of its funding from CPB while its affiliate stations get an average of 10 percent of their funding from taxpayers though some rural stations rely on federal dollars to a far higher degree.
On the foreign policy front, the news conference gave Obama the chance to try to clarify his administration's position on Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi. Where the administration stood exactly was somewhat muddied by comments made on Capitol Hill Thursday by James Clapper, the director of national intelligence, the top U.S. intelligence official.
Clapper told senators he believed Gadhafi would likely survive in power, even though the administration's official position is that it would like nothing better than to see Gadhafi gone.
Asked if he agreed with Clapper or if the intelligence director needed to be "taken to the woodshed," Obama said:
He was making a hardheaded assessment about military capability. And I don't think anybody disputes that Gadhafi has more firepower than the opposition. He wasn't stating policy.
So let me be clear, again, about what our policy as determined by me, the President of the United States, is towards the situation there. I believe that Gadhafi is on the wrong side of history. I believe that the Libyan people are anxious for freedom and the removal of somebody who has suppressed them for decades now. And we are going to be in contact with the opposition, as well as in consultation with the international community, to try to achieve the goal of Mr. Gadhafi being removed from power.
The news conference started and ended, as one might expect, with the topic of Japan. At the beginning of the press conference, the president expressed condolences and outlined the series of actions he had taken to respond to the tragedy, including his conversation with the Japanese Prime Minister Kan and his ordering of U.S. military assistance to the stricken area to help in rescue operations.
At the end of the 47-minute session, a Japanese reporter asked Obama to expand more personally than he already had to the people of the earthquake- damaged Asian nation.
It was yet another example of how the plan of the president and his aides to hammer home their message on gas prices and the spending battle with congressional Republicans was disrupted by the massive earthquake, too.
He obliged the Japanese reporter:
I'm heartbroken by this tragedy. I think when you see what's happening in Japan you are reminded that for all our differences in culture or language or religion, that ultimately humanity is one. And when we face these kinds of natural disasters, whether it's in New Zealand or Haiti or Japan, then you think about your own family and you think how would you feel if you lost a loved one, or if your entire lifesavings were gone because of the devastation.
And the Japanese people are such close friends of ours, and I have such a close personal friendship and connection to the Japanese people — in part because I grew up in Hawaii where I was very familiar with Japanese culture — that that just makes our concerns that much more acute.


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45th Annual CMA Award Winners
Entertainer of the Year Jason Aldean Brad Paisley Blake Shelton Taylor Swift Keith Urban
Female Vocalist of the Year Sara Evans Miranda Lambert Martina McBride Carrie Underwood Taylor Swift
Male Vocalist of the Year Jason Aldean Kenny Chesney Brad Paisley Blake Shelton Keith Urban
New Artist of the Year The Band Perry Luke Bryan Eric Church Thompson Square Chris Young
Music Video of the Year "Honey Bee" Blake Shelton, Directed by Trey Fanjoy "If I Die Young" The Band Perry, Directed by David McClister "Mean" Taylor Swift, Directed by Declan Whitebloom "Old Alabama" Brad Paisley featuring Alabama, Directed by Jim Shea "You and Tequila" Kenny Chesney featuring Grace Potter, Directed by Shaun Silva
Musical Event of the Year "As She's Walking Away" Zac Brown Band featuring Alan Jackson, Southern Ground Artists/Atlantic Records "Coal Miner's Daughter" Loretta Lynn, Sheryl Crow, and Miranda Lambert, Columbia Records Nashville "Don't You Wanna Stay" Jason Aldean with Kelly Clarkson, Broken Bow Records "Old Alabama" Brad Paisley featuring Alabama, Arista Nashville "You and Tequila" Kenny Chesney featuring Grace Potter, BNA Records
Vocal Group of the Year The Band Perry Lady Antebellum Little Big Town Rascal Flatts Zac Brown Band
Album of the Year (Award to Artist and Producer(s)) All About Tonight, Blake Shelton, Produced by Scott Hendricks, Warner Bros. Nashville My Kinda Party, Jason Aldean, Produced by Michael Knox, Broken Bow Records Speak Now, Taylor Swift, Produced by Nathan Chapman and Taylor Swift, Big Machine Records This Is Country Music, Brad Paisley, Produced by Frank Rogers, Arista Nashville You Get What You Give, Zac Brown Band, Produced by Keith Stegall and Zac Brown, Southern Ground Artists/Atlantic Records
Vocal Duo of the Year Civil Wars Montgomery Gentry Steel Magnolia Sugarland Thompson Square
Song of the Year "Colder Weather," Zac Brown, Wyatt Durrette, Levi Lowrey, and Coy Bowles "Dirt Road Anthem," Brantley Gilbert and Colt Ford "If I Die Young," Kimberly Perry "Mean," Taylor Swift "You and Tequila," Matraca Berg and Deana Carter
Single of the Year (Award goes to Artist and Producer(s)) "A Little Bit Stronger" Sara Evans, Produced by Tony Brown, RCA Nashville "Colder Weather" Zac Brown Band, Produced by Keith Stegall and Zac Brown, Southern Ground Artists/Atlantic Records "Don't You Wanna Stay" Jason Aldean with Kelly Clarkson, Produced by Michael Knox, Broken Bow Records "Honey Bee" Blake Shelton, Produced by Scott Hendricks, Warner Bros. Nashville "If I Die Young" The Band Perry, Produced by Paul Worley, Republic Nashville
Musician of the Year Sam Bush – Mandolin Jerry Douglas – Dobro Paul Franklin – Steel Guitar Dann Huff – Guitar Mac McAnally – Guitar
Tagged: A Little Bit Stronger, Alan Jackson, All About Tonight, Arista, Atlantic Records, Blake Shelton, BNA, Brad Paisley, Brantley Gilbert, Broken Bow Records, Carrie Underwood, Chris Young, Civil Wars, Colder Weather, Colt Ford, Columbia Records Nashville, Dan Huff, Deana Carter, Dirt Road Anthem, Don't You Wanna Stay, Eric Church, Frank Rogers, Grace Potter, Honey Bee, If I Die Young, Jason Aldean, Jerry Douglas, Keith Stegall, Keith Urban, Kelly Clarkson, Kenny Chesney, Kimberly Perry, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Loretta Lynn, Luke Bryan, Mac McAnally, Martina McBride, Matraca Berg, Mean, Miranda Lambert, Montgomery Gentry, My Kinda Party, Nathan Chapman, Old Alabama, Paul Franklin, Rascal Flatts, RCA, Sam Bush, sara, sara e, Scott Hendricks, Sheryl Crow, Speak Now, Steel Magnolia, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, The Band Perry, This Is Country Music, Thompson Square, Tony Brown, Warner Bros-, You and Tequila, Zac Brown Band
CMA First Round Nominations Announced
Congratulations to those nominated! I see a lot of folks on there that I've had the opportunity to perform with or meet over the past couple years. Hopefully... well, "hopefully." We'll just leave it at that for now. Here they are:
Topping the list of final nominees with five nominations each for "The 45th Annual CMA Awards" including Jason Aldean, Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton, and Taylor Swift. Right on their heels are The Band Perry and Zac Brown Band, who each received four nominations as a group while individual members Kimberly Perry (of The Band Perry), Coy Bowles and Zac Brown (of Zac Brown Band) each earned a solo nod as a songwriter.
Aldean received first-time nominations in five categories in 2011 including Entertainer; Male Vocalist; Album for My Kinda Party, produced by Michael Knox; and Single and Musical Event of the Year for "Don't You Wanna Stay" with Kelly Clarkson, also produced by Knox. Aldean has two prior nominations including the Horizon Award in 2007 and in 2008 when the category changed names to CMA New Artist of the Year.
The 45th Annual CMA Awards Live on ABC November 9, 2011 8|7c
Album of the Year Blake Shelton, All About Tonight Jason Aldean, My Kinda Party Taylor Swift, Speak Now Brad Paisley, This is Country Music Zac Brown Band, You Get What You Give
Single of the Year Sara Evans, "A Little Bit Stronger" Zac Brown Band, "Colder Weather" Jason Aldean ft. Kelly Clarkson, "Don't You Wanna Stay" Blake Shelton, "Honey Bee" The Band Perry, "If I Die Young"
Musical Event of the Year "As She's Walking Away" Zac Brown Band featuring Alan Jackson Southern Ground Artists/Atlantic Records
"Coal Miner's Daughter" Loretta Lynn, Sheryl Crow, and Miranda Lambert Columbia Records Nashville
"Don't You Wanna Stay" Jason Aldean with Kelly Clarkson Broken Bow Records
"Old Alabama" Brad Paisley featuring Alabama Arista Nashville
"You and Tequila" Kenny Chesney featuring Grace Potter BNA Records
Music Video of the Year "Honey Bee" Blake Shelton Directed by Trey Fanjoy
"If I Die Young" The Band Perry Directed by David McClister
"Mean" Taylor Swift Directed by Declan Whitebloom
"Old Alabama" Brad Paisley featuring Alabama Directed by Jim Shea
"You and Tequila" Kenny Chesney featuring Grace Potter Directed by Shaun Silva
Musician of the Year Sam Bush Jerry Douglas Paul Franklin Dann Huff Mac McAnally
Tagged: 2011, A Little Bit Stronger, ABC, Alabama, Alan Jackson, All About Tonight, Arista Nashville, As She's Walking Away, Atlantic Records, Blake Shelton, BNA Records, Brad Paisley, Broken Bow Records, Carrie Underwood, Chance McKinney, Chris Young, Civil Wars, CMA Awards, CMT, Colder Weather, Columbia Records Nashville, Dan Huff, Dirt Road Anthem, Don't You Wanna Stay, Entertainer of the Year, Eric Church, Female Vocalist, Grace Potter, Honey Bee, Horizon Award, If I Die Young, Jason Aldean, Jerry Douglas, Keith Urban, Kelly Clarkson, Kenny Chesney, Kimberly Perry, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Luke Bryan, Mac McAnally, Male Vocalist, Martina McBride, Mean, Michael Knox, Miranda Lambert, Montgomery Gentry, Music City Madness, My Kinda Party, nominations, November 9th, Old Alabama, Paul Franklin, Rascal Flatts, Sam Bush, Sara Evans, Speak Now, Steel Magnolia, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, The Band Perry, This Is Country Music, Thompson Square, Video, You and Tequila, You Get What You Give, Zac Brown Band
Congratulations to the 2011 CMT Award Nominees
The final nominees in each of the 2011 CMT MUSIC AWARDS categories include: VIDEO OF THE YEAR Best video of the year; awarded to the artist (male, female, group/duo or collaboration) and the video director. Final nominees announced during live telecast, with final voting held online at CMT.com during the show.
Jason Aldean– "My Kinda Party"
Kenny Chesney– "The Boys Of Fall"
Lady Antebellum– "Hello World"
Miranda Lambert– "The House That Built Me"
Rascal Flatts– "Why Wait"
Sugarland– "Stuck Like Glue"
Taylor Swift– "Mine"
The Band Perry– "If I Die Young"
Carrie Underwood– "Undo It"
Zac Brown Band– "Colder Weather"
MALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR Best video by a male artist; awarded to the artist
Toby Keith– "Bullets In The Gun"
Blake Shelton– "Who Are You When I'm Not Looking"
Keith Urban– "Without You"
FEMALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR Best video by a female artist; awarded to the artist
Sara Evans– "A Little Bit Stronger"
Reba – "Turn On The Radio"
GROUP VIDEO OF THE YEAR Best video by a group; awarded to the artists
Little Big Town– "Little White Church"
DUO VIDEO OF THE YEAR Best video by a duo; awarded to the artists
Steel Magnolia– "Last Night Again"
The Civil Wars– "Barton Hollow"
The JaneDear Girls– "Wildflower"
Thompson Square– "Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not"
USAWEEKEND BREAKTHROUGH VIDEO OF THE YEAR Best video from an artist's major breakthrough album; awarded to the artist (male, female, or group/duo)
Lee Brice– "Love Like Crazy"
Aaron Lewis – "Country Boy"
Jerrod Niemann– "Lover, Lover"
COLLABORATIVE VIDEO OF THE YEAR Best video that featured a special collaborative appearance by artists; awarded to the artists (individual, group or duo)
Jason Aldean with Kelly Clarkson– "Don't You Wanna Stay"
Justin Bieberfeat. Rascal Flatts – "That Should Be Me"
Kid Rock feat. Sheryl Crow– "Collide"
Aaron Lewis feat. George Jones and Charlie Daniels– "Country Boy"
Loretta Lynn, Miranda Lambert and Sheryl Crow– "Coal Miner's Daughter"
CMT PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR Musical performance on a television show, series or variety special on CMT; awarded to the artist (individual, group or duo)
Martina McBride and Train– "A Broken Wing" from CMT CROSSROADS: TRAIN AND MARTINA MCBRIDE
Reba– "If I Were A Boy" from UNPLUGGED: REBA
Darius Rucker and Adele– "Need You Now" from 2010 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
Keith Urban and John Mayer– "Sweet Thing" from CMT CROSSROADS: JOHN MAYER AND KEITH URBAN
Zac Brown Band and Jimmy Buffett– "Margaritaville" from CMT CROSSROADS: JIMMY BUFFETT AND ZAC BROWN BAND
BEST WEB VIDEO OF THE YEAR (New for 2011) Best video created primarily for internet streaming; awarded to the artist (individual, group or duo)
Jason Aldean–"My Kinda Party" (Live From The CMT Webcast)
Luke Bryan–"It's A Shore Thing"
Lady Antebellum–"Stars Tonight"
Blake Shelton–"Kiss My Country Ass"
Taylor Swift–"Mine" (Live from the Speak Now Album Release Party)
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR Best video director of the year; awarded to the director for his or her body of work from the past year
Deaton Flanigen (award eligible videos include: Kid Rock and Sheryl Crow's "Collide" and the JaneDear Girl's "Wildflower")
Trey Fanjoy (award eligible videos include: Miranda Lambert's "The House That Built Me" and Blake Shelton's "Who Are You When I'm Not Looking")
Chris Hicky (award eligible videos include: Carrie Underwood's "Undo It" and Keith Urban's "Without You")
David McClister (award eligible videos include: The Band Perry's "If I Die Young" and LeAnn Rimes' "Swingin'")
Roman White (award eligible videos include: Lady Antebellum's "Hello World" and Kellie Pickler's "Makin' Me Fall In Love Again")
Tagged: 2011, A Browen Wing, A Little Bit Stronger, Aaron Lewis, Adele, Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not, Barton Hollow, Blake Shelton, Boys of Fall, Bullets In The Gun, Carrie Underwood, Charlie Daniels, Chris Hicky, CMT, CMT Crossroads, CMT MUSIC AWARDS, CMT Unplugged, CMT-com, Coal Miner's Daughter, Colder Weather, Collide, Country Boy, Darius Rucker, David McClister, Deaton Flanigen, Director, Don't You Wanna Stay, George Jones, Hello World, If I Die Young, If I Were A Boy, It's A Shore Thing, JaneDear Girls, Jason Aldean, Jerrod Niemann, Jimmy Buffett, John Mayer, Justin Bieber, Keith Urban, Kellie Pickler, Kelly Clarkson, Kenny Chesney, Kid Rock, Kiss My Country Ass, Lady Antebellum, Last Night Again, LeAnn Rimes, Lee Brice, Little Big Town, Little White Church, Loretta Lynn, Love Like Crazy, Lover, Luke Bryan, Margaritaville, Martina McBride, Mine, Miranda Lambert, My Kinda Party, Need You Now, Rascal Flatts, Reba, Reba McEntire, Roman White, Sara Evans, Sheryl Crow, Speak Now, Steel Magnolia, Stuck Like Glue, Sugarland, Sweet Thing, Swingin', Taylor Swift, That Should Be Me, The Band Perry, The Civil Wars, The House That Built Me, Thompson Square, Toby Keith, Train, Trey Fanjoy, Turn On The Radio, Undo It, Video of the Year, Web Video, Who Are You When I'm Not Looking, Why Wait, Wildflower, Without You, Zac Brown Band, ZBB
Pendleton BOUND N DOWN
In preparation for the Summer of 2011, the boys of Chance McKinney n' CrossWire head for Pendleton, OR (home of the Pendleton Roundup) to play the WildHorse. They'll be there for a two night stint (April 15th and 16th) touchin' base with South Eastern WA and the North Eastern corner of OR. For more details, check out http://www.wildhorseresort.com/entertainment/entertainment.html
Stay tuned for a wild n' crazy summer... The boys continue booking shows up and down the west coast. With names like John Rich, Sebastian Bach, Dwight Yoakam, Dierks Bentley, Sunny Sweeney, Phil Vassar, Steve Azar and Alan Jackson. Get signed up on the email list at http://www.ChanceMcKinneyandCrossWire.com or join us on http:// www.facebook.com/pages/Chance-McKinney/160688966444 to keep up on the boys' latest happenings.
Tagged: ACM, Alan Jackson, Big Machine Records, Blake Shelton, BNA, Brad Paisley, Buddy Cannon, Capitol Records, Carrie Underwood, Chance McKinney, Chance McKinney n' CrossWire, CMT, Colt Ford, CrossWire, Curb Records, Dierks Bentley, Easton Corbin, Eric Church, Frank Liddell, George Strait, Hillbilly Bone, Jake Owen, Jamey Johnson, JaneDear Girls, Jason Aldean, Joey n' Rory, Keith Stegall, Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Las Vegas, Lee Ann Womack, Lee Brice, Little Big Town, Mercury, MGM Grand, Mike Wrucke, Miranda Lambert, Montgomery Gentry, Nashville, Nathan Chapman, Paul Worley, Pendleton, Randy Houser, Randy Rogers Band, Reba McEntire, Rory Lee Feek, Steel Magnolia, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, The Band Perry, Toby Keith, Trace Adkins, Uncle Kracker, Wildhorse Casino, Wynn Varble, Zac Brown Band
ACM Awards - April 4th, 2011
For those of you who are interested, we compiled a list so it was easy to keep of the ACM Winners for this year. Enjoy! ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR • Jason Aldean • Toby Keith • Miranda Lambert • Brad Paisley • Taylor Swift • Keith Urban
TOP FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR • Miranda Lambert • Reba McEntire • Taylor Swift • Carrie Underwood • Lee Ann Womack
TOP MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR • Jason Aldean • Brad Paisley • Blake Shelton • George Strait • Keith Urban
TOP VOCAL DUO OF THE YEAR • the JaneDear girls • Joey + Rory • Montgomery Gentry • Steel Magnolia • Sugarland
TOP VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR • Lady Antebellum • Little Big Town • Randy Rogers Band • The Band Perry • Zac Brown Band
ALBUM OF THE YEAR [Award to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company] (TIE) • Hemingway's Whiskey – Kenny Chesney (BNA) Produced by: Buddy Cannon, Kenny Chesney • Need You Now – Lady Antebellum (Capitol Records Nashville) Produced by: Lady Antebellum, Paul Worley • The Guitar Song – Jamey Johnson (Mercury) Produced by: Arlis Albritton, Dave Cobb, The Kent Hardly Playboys • Speak Now – Taylor Swift (Big Machine Records) Produced by: Nathan Chapman, Taylor Swift • Up On The Ridge – Dierks Bentley (Capitol Records Nashville) Produced by: Jon Randall Stewart • You Get What You Give – Zac Brown Band (Southern Ground / Roar / Bigger Picture / Atlantic) Produced by: Zac Brown, Keith Stegall
SINGLE RECORD OF THE YEAR [Award to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company] (TIE) • A Little More Country Than That – Easton Corbin (Mercury) Produced by: Carson Chamberlain • As She's Walking Away – Zac Brown Band Featuring Alan Jackson (Southern Ground / Roar / Bigger Picture / Atlantic) Produced by: Zac Brown, Keith Stegall • If I Die Young – The Band Perry (Republic Nashville) Produced by: Paul Worley • Love Like Crazy – Lee Brice (Curb Records) Produced by: Lee Brice, Doug Johnson • The Boys Of Fall – Kenny Chesney (BNA) Produced by: Buddy Cannon, Kenny Chesney • The House That Built Me – Miranda Lambert (Columbia Nashville) Produced by: Frank Liddell, Mike Wrucke
TOP NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR • Eric Church • The Band Perry
SONG OF THE YEAR [Award to Composer(s)/Publisher(s)/Artist(s)] • A Little More Country Than That – Easton Corbin Composers: Rory Lee Feek, Don Poythress, Wynn Varble Publishers: A Sling And A Prayer Music (ASCAP), Chrysalis One Music (ASCAP), Don Poythress Songs (ASCAP), Precious Flour Music (BMI), Universal Music-MGB Songs (ASCAP), Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. (BMI) • As She's Walking Away – Zac Brown Band Featuring Alan Jackson Composers: Zac Brown, Wyatt Durrette Publishers: Angelika Music (BMI), Weimerhound Publishing (BMI) • If I Die Young – The Band Perry Composer: Kimberly Perry Publishers: Pearlfeather Publishing (BMI), Rio Bravo Music, Inc. (BMI) • Love Like Crazy – Lee Brice Composers: Tim James, Doug Johnson Publishers: Mike Curb Music (BMI), Sweet Radical Music (BMI), T-Bird's Music (BMI), Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. (BMI) • The House That Built Me – Miranda Lambert Composers: Tom Douglas, Allen Shamblin Publishers: Built On Rock (ASCAP), Sony/ATV Tree Publishing (BMI), Tomdouglasmusic (BMI)
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San Francisco, Dec 4 NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden has urged US President Donald Trump to pardon Wikileaks founder Julian Assange during his last days in the White House.
In a tweet, Snowden who has obtained Russia's open-ended residence permit, said the pardon would save the life of Assange who is currently in custody in London.
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The authorities formally charged Assange for conspiring to leak US classified materials a month after his arrest.
The WikiLeaks founder has been fighting the extradition case ever since his arrest and a ruling is expected on January 4.
Trump had previously considered pardoning both Snowden and Assange.
The 49-year-old Assange, who spent almost seven years in the Ecuadorian embassy in London, faces an 18-count indictment from US authorities accusing him of recruiting hackers to steal military secrets.
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SB Film Festival Call for Entries
The 15th Annual Stony Brook Film Festival is seeking outstanding independent dramatic features, documentaries, animated films, and shorts in all categories from around the world. The festival will be held July 22 through July 31. All films are shown on the oversized screen in Staller Center's Main Stage Theatre. The ten-day festival showcases one film at a time to houses of 850 to 1,000 filmgoers. Thanks to the presenting sponsors, there are no entry fees for the Stony Brook Film Festival.
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Words Escape Me
3-Oct-11 – 21:25 by ToddG
Photo courtesy The Firearm Blog. See also Gun Nuts.
Every Taurus Judge owner on Earth will want one…
Train hard & stay safe! ToddG
35 Responses to "Words Escape Me"
It's a frigging .45! The size of the barrel alone is going to stop the attack!
No sarcasm was harmed in the making of this comment.
By Brice on Oct 3, 2011
Santa carries the DoubleTap. How do I know? Check out the grip panels.
"HOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHO… M*****F*****"
PowPow!
By Dave on Oct 3, 2011
Dave — I think it's supposed to be "HD" but your version is way funnier.
By ToddG on Oct 3, 2011
I can hear it now, "Why one shot from this lil' gun and that .45 will hit'em so hard, they'll do three black flips, and that's one more back flip then ya'll get with a Taurus Judge!"…
Dann in Ohio
By Dann in Ohio on Oct 3, 2011
If this thing is small enough and light enough I think it might, I say again might, have merit as an Onion Field gun.
Other than that, I dunno.
By Chuck on Oct 3, 2011
I'll buy one… when it comes in .410!
By Tony B on Oct 4, 2011
Good gosh, that is chock full of extra ugly…
By Tim on Oct 4, 2011
Wow.. it actually says "St Louis MO USA Earth".. guess those Martian imports are in for some competition..
By SRG720 on Oct 4, 2011
The oh so sad thing is that this would probably sell….. but at least the shooter will have two really good chances to miss before it can be used as a blunt object.
By CCT125US on Oct 4, 2011
Well, I don't know about the quality or the shootability/weight, but except for the vents, it might be a decent Onion Field gun. Certainly not in the Judge category, at least theoretically.
By SLG on Oct 4, 2011
If I use that to shoot the first two rounds of a FAST drill, will my time count?
By Aaron on Oct 4, 2011
Aaron — Nope. Firing less than six (or more than six) is a non-scorable DNF.
All joking aside, with a fixed battery of operation, nothing moving, it it holds up, I bet it will at least work. Not my "cup of tea" but just sayin'.
By gtmtnbiker98 on Oct 4, 2011
…if it holds up,..
The first barrel is ported for a faster follow up shot, and the second barrel is ported to take 0.010 seconds off of the 30 second reload.
By Cyclone on Oct 4, 2011
Perfect underwear gun, but be careful, it could go off for like…. no reason.
By JConn on Oct 4, 2011
Honestly.. it seems like a better design than most "derringers" I've seen. There's a least a trigger guard, so it hopefully won't just blow up in your pocket.
By Mike on Oct 4, 2011
Well done, JConn….well done.
By TCinVA on Oct 4, 2011
TC beat me to it. I think JConn should be rewarded with a special P-T.com coin for Archer references. And Awesomeness.
By Tyler on Oct 4, 2011
Any firearm described as "nifty" will always create doubt in my mind.
By Kirk in Utah on Oct 4, 2011
You know… people will beat a path to the door of that thing. It's the "mouse gun" personified. I can see all manner of metrosexual men carrying this thing in the pockets of their sprayed-on, low hip-hugging $150 blue jeans. And, of course, they'll never get to it when they need it. But that won't stop them from "accessorizing" their wardrobe with some "heat".
If I were king I'd fine them dearly for wasting electricity, polymer, steel and intellectual capital. And if you bought it you'd be promptly deported to Inner Mongolia.
By Kevin Reed on Oct 4, 2011
Todd-
I was talking as in a New York reload…maybe switch to a snub-nose revolver?
I'm going to purchase one of these, just for the hell of it. I'm a life long St. Louis resident, and the novelty of owning a firearm by St. Louis' (apparently only) gun company is just too good to pass up.
On a more interesting note, I believe that Heizer Firearms is connected with another local company, Heizer Aerospace Industries, a metals machining outfit based out of Pevely, MO. I'm making his connection simply by inference because of the name, and because this little pistol is crafted of Titanium, one of the primary metals that Heizer Aerospace uses. Heizer Aerospace made a name for itself by machining exceedingly difficult titanium parts. Some companies I have worked with in the past have done business with Heizer Aerospace, and their products, especially their steel and titanium ones, have always been of superior quality. It will be interesting to see if this company takes off and what they may have in store for the future.
By Long Tom Coffin on Oct 4, 2011
I also just looked up Heizer Defense on Missouri's secretary of state website. The business was only licensed on 8/30/2011. Very short amount of time to get your first product out.
I was right, apparently this new business is a joint venture between Ray Kohout, a local firearms big wig, and Charlie Heizer, president of Heizer Aerospace.
This is like a story out of Glock 2.0; savvy businessman partners with space age alloy factory owner to start making pistols. Gaston, anyone?
Aaron — Off the cuff, I'd say the intent of the F.A.S.T. is to shoot it with a single gun. But I've told at least one snubby-carryin' madman that if he wanted to show up to class with two of them, we'd work something out.
The industry trend is toward guns that are hard to shoot and control. This gun is a natural in todays market. They have outdone the airweight snubby.
By Ken Rihanek on Oct 5, 2011
I believe that it was P.T. Barnum who said one is born every minute.
By KD on Oct 5, 2011
I guess I am a moron; until I saw Long Tom's comment,I thought this was all a joke!!!!!!!!
By The Fish on Oct 5, 2011
Definitely needs an accessory rail to be "competitive" with the Taurus Tactical Judge
By Gabriel on Oct 5, 2011
These will sell like hotcakes. It's about the same size as an LCP and it's a .45 so obviously its better.
The vast majority of people carrying out there can't figure out how to carry a real gun and that's OK with them because they honestly believe that when they shoot somebody with a handgun that it will be like on TV and the guy will fall down and stop attacking them. I don't care what caliber you have most likely that first shot isn't going to do jack shit unless you get really lucky with that tiny gun with no sight radius that is so punishing to shoot that you don't practiice. I'll stick with 18 rounds of 9mm in the gun and another 17 ready to go.
By JeffJ on Oct 6, 2011
I figure you need to carry 4 of these. One for each hand, and one to give to each of two bad guys.
Like a Hoodah pistol, the one sure way of stopping the bad guy with this is to give him the gun and have him fire it.
Does it come in .45 Gap?
By DonM on Oct 6, 2011
You can easily carry four in your ninja-socks alone – two per leg. I'd keep a fifth under my fedora…and a fifth of vodka in my suit pocket to deaden the pain.
By DirtCrashr on Oct 6, 2011
It's the Maxwell Smart Shoe Gun. Just tie it to your shoelaces and you're golden. I can see Nike coming out with Air Doubletaps. Every wanna be gangster will want a pair.
"Excuse me bad guys, I just need to pump up my gun."
By Six on Oct 6, 2011
I don't know, Todd.
At least it can't have a mag drop . . . or a stove pipe.
And its got to be real cheap on ammo, since no one is going to fire more than two rounds out of that thing.
By SteveJ on Oct 7, 2011