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July 9, 2013, 5:22 pm
Carlos Gonzalez out of lineup for second straight game
By Troy E. Renck
Carlos Gonzalez, Colorado Rockies, Dexter Fowler, Troy Tulowitzki
Carlos Gonzalez (Denver Post file)
SAN DIEGO — With his finger still swollen, affecting his ability to grip and swing the bat, Carlos Gonzalez is not in the Rockies' starting lineup for a second straight day.
Tyler Colvin will start in left field. The Rockies lineup is as follows: LeMahieu 5, Blackmon 8, Cuddyer 9, Rosario 2, Pacheco 3, Colvin 7, Rutledge 4, Herrera 6, Chacin 1.
CarGo told The Post on Monday that the finger was improving. However, he has barely tried to swing since Sunday, leaving vulnerable to another injury, especially with his back having flared up over the weekend. CarGo hurt his finger on the back swing when the bat came off his hand awkwardly. He'd like to play on Wednesday, but there's no guarantee.
The Rockies are getting closer to being healthy. Troy Tulowitzki and Dexter Fowler are playing for the second straight night in Colorado Springs. The plan is for Tulo to get four at-bats and go seven innings. Fowler is scheduled to play nine innings. Fowler, out with a bone bruise in his right hand, is expected to rejoin the Rockies this week, possibly Thursday.
Tulo is going day-to-day as he tests his healed broken rib. He said he was sore Tuesday, but nothing out of the ordinary. Ideally, he'd like to play for the Rockies this week as well. He could join the team Thursday and be eased back with the Rockies, playing a day and resting a day or going just seven innings.
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GOP rep. defends prior comments on 'slut' women
GOP congressman Jason Lewis (R-MN) has a long history of making deeply misogynistic comments on the radio, including once lamenting that women can no longer be called "sluts."
Posted: Jul 20, 2018 12:04 PM
Updated: Jul 20, 2018 12:19 PM
Rep. Jason Lewis was elected in 2016 to serve the people of Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District.
Jason is upset about some very important things. One of them is that you can no longer use the term "slut" to describe a woman. Now granted he first said this -- along with other equally intelligent observations about women -- five years ago on his hit syndicated radio show, way before the #MeToo movement. But he still got elected.
Just like that other guy who was recorded saying that he likes to grab women by their pussies -- but that was said over 10 years ago.
But then, on Thursday, Jason told a Minnesota radio host that he would not have a problem having the same discussion about using the word "sluts" on his program even today.
Here's my question. Why has it taken 2018 years of the Common Era to come to the conclusion that you shouldn't put down women? (And I mean shouldn't -- not should.)
It's going to take a while, now that we've all evolved so quickly, to get the word slut out of the lexicon. Jason, maybe you have a point: I mean, what are conservative men going to call a woman who uses birth control or has premarital sex? What term better befits the female who happens to walk by wearing a short skirt, tight jeans or a revealing top? And what about the girl at the bar who shuns the dude's advances because she realizes he's just a big jerk? Isn't she a slut too? Why else would she be at a bar?
Jason, I understand that being a married father of two girls, this must be a really tough time for you.
Your daughters have so many opportunities now. You've told us on the radio about how women's minds work. One of your girls might actually want to have a career in finance. How are you going to break it to her that women don't understand money?
When your daughter walks into the voting booth are you going to remind her, like you told us on air, that the reason women didn't have the right to vote for a full century is because they are guided by emotion and not reason? And what's going to happen if God forbid your wife or daughters develop endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome? How are you going to avoid calling them sluts for needing to use birth control pills to treat those conditions?
I know this is a lot for you to think about, especially being so busy legislating and running to hold on to your congressional seat. But hopefully, you'll have some free time after November to ponder some of this.
In the meantime, go ahead and call women sluts. Please. Keep using it. Use it as much as you possibly can before November 6.
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Reading list on UK-EU relations 2013-16: reform, renegotiation, withdrawal
Published Friday, 24 June, 2016
Julie Gill
Vaughne Miller
The Commons Library has compiled a selection of books, journal and press articles, think tank, parliamentary and library publications relevant to the UK's renegotiation of its membership of the European Union. This last update will be followed by a new series of briefings on the consequences of the Brexit vote.
Reading list on UK-EU relations 2013-16: reform, renegotiation, withdrawal (14 MB, PDF)
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A selection of the most recent books, including:
Why vote leave?
Why Europe matters for Britain: the case for remaining in the European Union
Europe: in or out? Everything you need to know
The UK's in-out referendum: EU foreign and defence policy reform
United by or against Euroscepticism? An assessment of public attitudes towards Europe in the context of the crisis
A selection of the most recent articles, including:
The day after Britain votes
How Europe will break on Brexit
The Remain campaign have only thin gruel to keep Britain in the European Union
What is the OECD position on Brexit?
Brexit and the Irish question
A selection of the most recent law blogs, including:
What next after the UK vote to leave the EU?
A bonfire of rights? EU employment and equality law after Brexit
How would Brexit impact the UK's involvement in EU policing and criminal law?
Does the EU have a "democratic deficit"?
A selection of the most recent news articles, including:
UK press
EU leaders call for UK to leave as soon as possible
Britain plunges into constitutional crisis after vote to leave EU
Brexit vote leaves UK on brink of recession, economists say
Referendum puts 70 years of EU integration into reverse
Multinationals warn of UK job cuts and lower profits after Brexit vote
Foreign press
Tusk: leaders to meet without UK to discuss Brexit "details"
British MEPs back Cameron, exit talks likely in autumn
Rivals trade harsh words in final Brexit debate
China's high stakes in the British EU referendum
Bloomberg: City of London "more profitable" inside EU
A selection of the most recent press releases, including:
Justine Greening: the UK's place in the world and the EU referendum
Minister for Europe speech at FT live summit: "Best of both worlds – Britain in a reformed EU"
Nicky Morgan: leaving the EU risks a lost generation
A selection of the most recent official publications, including:
ONS Migration statistics quarterly report: May 2016
HM Treasury analysis: the immediate economic impact of leaving the EU
HM Treasury analysis: the long-term economic impact of EU membership and the alternatives
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A selection of the most recent reports and analysis, including:
Which are right? Phone or internet polls? New evidence from a NatCen innovation
Eutopia: romantic and right
Remain or Leave? What the numbers below the headlines tell us about the outcome
Measurement without theory: on the extraordinary abuse of economic models in the EU referendum debate
Economical with the truth: a review of HM Treasury analysis, "The long-term economic impact of EU membership and the alternatives"
A selection of the most recent Committee publications, including:
The economic and financial costs and benefits of the UK's EU membership – Treasury Committee
Transparency of decision-making in the Council of the European Union – European Scrutiny Committee
The UK renegotiation package – European Scrutiny Committee
The process of withdrawing from the European Union – European Union Committee (Lords)
Implications of the referendum on EU membership for the UK's role in the world – Foreign Affairs Committee
Devolved administration publications
A selection of the most recent publications from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including:
EU reform and the EU referendum: implications for Scotland – Scottish Parliament European and External Relations Committee
Wales and the EU: What does the vote to leave the EU mean for Wales? – National Assembly for Wales Research Service
The EU referendum and potential implications for Northern Ireland – Northern Ireland Assembly Research and Information Service
Commons Library briefings
A selection of the most recent briefing papers, including:
EU referendum: the process of leaving the EU
EU referendum: analysis of the UK's new EU settlement
Brexit and the UN Security Council
Review of the balance of competences
End of Brexit transition: implications for defence and foreign policy cooperation
After transition the EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) provisions no longer apply to the UK and formal cooperation in these areas does not form part of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement reached at the end of December 2020. Instead, the UK Government envisages a flexible, ad hoc approach that will make use of channels of broader dialogue with the EU. How this will work in practice remains to be seen.
Global Britain
A general debate on Global Britain has been scheduled for Monday 11 January 2021 in the Main Chamber
Brexit timeline: events leading to the UK's exit from the European Union
This paper provides a timeline of the major events leading up to the EU referendum and subsequent dates of note, including Brexit Day itself.


Wanna become one of the evil homunculus? If so, then fill out the template below and if we can fit you in, we will. Your character will be assigned the sin closest to their personality, as we dont want a softy being Wrath or a less-than-desirable guy as Lust. We do have standards, after all.
There's the template. It's pretty basic, but it gets to point through. Again, I said you'll be assigned your sin, not getting to pick your own, your 'sin wanted' section is what you want, so we don't just give you any sin and have you pisses at us. On most accounts, if the personality and sin match, you'll get the part, if not, then you'll get the closest match to your personality, simple.
If Alexander was a sin, even though I'd want him to have Wrath, he'd probably better suit Sloth or Envy, so he'd be assigned one of those. Get what I mean?
Wait is the template for the virtues the same as the sins?


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Men's discus throw events for wheelchair athletes were held at the 2004 Summer Paralympics in the Athens Olympic Stadium. Events were held in eight disability classes, F51 being held jointly with F32 cerebral palsy athletes.

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F52

The F52 event was won by Aigars Apinis, representing .

21 Sept. 2004, 18:00

F53

The F53 event was won by Alphanso Cunningham, representing .

25 Sept. 2004, 17:00

F54

The F54 event was won by Fan Liang, representing .

19 Sept. 2004, 19:00

F55

The F55 event was won by Martin Němec, representing .

26 Sept. 2004, 17:30

F56

The F56 event was won by Mohammad Sadeghimehryar, representing .

23 Sept. 2004, 09:30

F57

The F57 event was won by Rostislav Pohlmann, representing .

23 Sept. 2004, 17:30

F58

The F58 event was won by Chen Yong Gang, representing .

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Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla hopes to be fit for the Barclays Premier League trip to West Brom a week on Sunday.
Cazorla has missed the Gunners' last four matches in all competitions due to an ankle injury.
Answering questions on Thursday via Arsenal's Twitter account, the 28-year-old Spain international said: "I will be fit maybe in one week, I hope I can play at West Brom."
Prior to that game, current Premier League leaders Arsenal are at Swansea in the top flight on Saturday and then host Napoli in the Champions League on Tuesday.
As well as Cazorla, Gunners boss Arsene Wenger went into Wednesday's Capital One Cup third-round tie at West Brom - which his team won 4-3 on penalties after it finished 1-1 after extra-time - without Theo Walcott (stomach), Tomas Rosicky (thigh), Yaya Sanogo (back), Lukas Podolski (hamstring), Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Abou Diaby (both knee).
Wenger hopes the gruelling efforts at The Hawthorns will not have taken too much out of those players likely to be in his plans for Saturday.
He told Arsenal Player: "We rested many players at West Brom and some others players came back like Arteta, who played 90 minutes in his first game, and Bendtner. We have to check everybody tomorrow [Friday] morning but, from last Saturday, all the players should be available.
"Rosicky should be back in the training squad on Monday so he has a chance to be available for the squad (in the Champions League against Napoli) on Tuesday.
"Saturday is too short for him, but we all love Rosicky so it is good to have him back."
At just 17, forward Chuba Akpom was the youngest player on either of the two sides on Wednesday night.
Akpom, who scored his penalty to level the shoot-out at 3-3, cannot wait for another chance of first-team action, which could well put him up against former England captain John Terry in the Chelsea defence when the next round of Capital One Cup actions resumes.
"It is one of the best feelings I have ever had. Coming on for 10 minutes at the end, playing in extra time and I scored my penalty. It is good to be part of the first team. The Capital One Cup is where I get my chance and I hope I impressed," he said.
Akpom added: "I am more than willing to play against him (Terry) or anyone. I am feeling really confident right now, so if it (another chance) comes, it comes."


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What is a Quality Improvement Manager in Nursing?
A quality improvement manager in nursing is a very special health care professional who combines their expertise in quality, health care and management to make systematic police and process improvements.
According to the American Nurses Association's The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing (OJIN), quality improvement initiatives are driving major changes in the health care system. In fact, the typical goal of these quality improvement programs reflects the National Quality Strategy's three basic objectives: improve the public's health, the patient care experience and the cost of health care services. Health care organizations across the country are accomplishing these goals through improving patient engagement levels, clinical workflows and mobile technology integration. On the other hand, quality improvement management also strives to reduce miscommunication, patient costs and hospital-acquired health problems. A quality improvement manager in nursing is at the forefront of these innovative, sweeping changes.
What are the Advanced Duties?
A quality improvement management nurse is tasked with various challenging duties. First, they must continually assess personnel and process performance trends and data. Then, they compare this data against current practices, collect additional information, formulate a plan and provide valuable feedback and improvement recommendations to health care organization executives. Part of this will involve soliciting and surveying patients, employees and anonymous members of the public. Second, these managerial nurses must oversee and promote compliance with state, federal and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO) standards. Consequently, they must prepare and submit reports to these agencies. Third, they design and execute training programs designed to enhance health care professionals' knowledge of risk management and quality improvement. Naturally, they must prepare formal responses, quality assessments and risk management reports for hospital administration, regulatory agencies and other official parties.
What are the Basic Duties?
A quality improvement management nurse must continually participate in departmental, agency or hospital risk, safety, quality, and committee meetings. If required, they must also assist internal attorneys with claims and litigation. Therefore, they will be involved with billing, insurance and patient case management. They must continually collaborate and communicate with other managers to ensure that problems are identified, documented and resolved. Related to this, they must assist with training key staff members responsible for safety and quality. Finally, they must participate in continuing education classes in order to grow professionally and maintain licensure and certification requirements.
Entry-level quality improvement management nurses will have a bachelor's degree and RN license. Senior-level managers will have a master's degree with a background in health care management and administration. However, all quality improvement management nurses must have experiential knowledge of the typical tasks performed in the health care facility. They must also have knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, standard nursing practices and infection control. They must stay well-informed of current issues, trends and research topics related to quality and risk management, according to the CDC. They must also have the ability to organize, coordinate and evaluate patient care services within the context of detailed laws, standards and regulations. Quality improvement management nurses must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills because they will be interacting with staff, administrators and outside health care professionals every day.
In brief, a quality improvement manager in nursing is a health care expert who combines their applied knowledge of risk, safety and quality management to ensure a quality, satisfying patient care experience.


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Early morning, a short flight will take you to Bahir dar. Upon arrival, you will be met by our tour guides, drive to a hotel where you will check and rest for few minutes.
After lunch, you will drive (some 30 Km) and visit to the Blue Nile Falls. In the evening, you will have dinner and stay the night at the hotel. Overnight stay in Kuriftu Resort and Spa, Bahir Dar.
You will be driven to Gondar (185 Km) right after breakfast. Then you will check into a hotel and after a brief break, you will have lunch.
Then, you will visit to the Royal Castles & the Bath of Emperor Fasiledes (the bath is filled with water for the important Timkat (epiphany) ceremony once a year. You will continue your visit to Debre Birhan Selassie Church (Trinity at the Mount of Light), the Castle of Empress Mintewab, and Kuskwam Complex which is a royal compound built by the Empress Mentewab.
Early in the evening, you will visit 'AzmariBet' at Traditional Music Houses after which you will have dinner at the hotel and stay there for the night. Overnight stay in Goha hotel.
Early morning, a short flight will take you to Axum where you will check into a hotel. After a short break, you will visit to the Steale of Axum, the Inscription of Ezana, Queen Sheba's Palace, the Famous St. Mary of Zion Church, Ruins of Ancient Palaces (built until 4th Century A.D.), all day with lunch break in between. In the evening, you will get back to the hotel and spend the night there. Overnight stay in Consular or Berhana hotel.
After breakfast, another short flight will take you to Lalibela. Upon arrival, you will be met by our tour guides, drive to a hotel where you will check and rest for few minutes. Your first visit will be to the eleven Rock-hewn Monolithic (carved from a single rock) Churches of Lalibela (UNESCO World heritage site, with magnificent architecture & paintings inside the churches). In the evening you will get back to the hotel, rest, have dinner and relax. Overnight stay in Mountain View hotel.
Finally you will be taken to a farewell dinner depending on your scheduled flight; you will be transferred out to Bole International Airport for return flight back home.


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A friend of mine recently took a flight. She was assigned a middle seat, which put her between two men. The man with the window seat was already stretched well into her seat when she got there. He made little attempt to lean back into his own space, and had his arm on the common armrest so that it practically rested on her lap.
The man with the aisle seat, meanwhile, crowded in and then took claim of the other armrest. Each man then had two armrests while my friend had nothing. She told me she had to shrug her shoulders a bit inward so that she could lay her arms across her lap and not hit either man's elbow. Luckily, it was a fairly short flight, but my friend didn't think it was fair that she got the worst seat and no armrest.
So, what's the etiquette? According to my research, the person in the middle seat should get access to both armrests. Passengers in the window and aisle seats still have their own armrest, as well as space to lean into for extra room. Therefore it's only right that the person in the middle have a little spare room.
I know it's hard to give up space on a cramped flight, but imagine that next time you'll be the one in the middle. Consider it good etiquette karma!


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'Covaxin' shows to generate robust immune response in 1st phase clinical trials
India's indigenous coronavirus vaccine, Covaxin, has shown to generate robust immune response in its first phase clinical trials.
A detailed immunogenicity response of the first phase trials of the vaccine has been declared by the manufacturers. Covaxin, jointly developed by Hyderabad based Bharat Biotech and ICMR has been found to be safe generating no serious adverse effects in people of all dose groups as per the results of the first phase clinical trials. ICMR has informed that the vaccine can be stored at 2 and 8 degree centigrade temperatures which also makes it compatible with the National Immunization plan.
Covaxin is one among the three coronavirus vaccine candidates being considered for emergency use authorisation in India by the Drug regulator. It is currently in its third and last phase of clinical trials with nearly 26 thousand volunteers in the age group of 18 and 55.


With the announcement of Scary Movie 5 after a six-year hiatus, it's unclear how much enthusiasm remains for the franchise. The sequel's prospects now look even dimmer after the announcement that series mainstay Anna Faris will likely not be returning for a fifth outing.
Faris, who had her breakthrough film role playing Cindy Campbell in the original Scary Movie back in 2000, has returned as a variation of this same character for each of the previous sequels. She has served as a constant, of sorts, for the series, even as the Wayans brothers passed the creative torch to David Zucker after Scary Movie 2.
The fame generated by her participation in the once-popular franchise helped propel her into more substantive roles in films such as Brokeback Mountain and Observe and Report. Though still not above starring in the occasional slapstick comedy, Faris has garnered enough clout in the industry over the last decade that she is no longer relegated to such parts.
In a recent interview with Coming Soon, Faris revealed that she would not be reprising her role as Cindy Campbell in Scary Movie 5, at least not in any significant way. She left open the possibility of a cameo appearance, but that's a far cry from her lead roles in the previous installments. The exact reason for Faris' departure from the series remains unclear. She may be trying to distance herself from the character to which she's frequently been type-cast, or may simply be avoiding a project that seems destined to under-perform at the box office. It's also quite possible that the film's writers simply wanted to move the franchise in a new direction, and therefore excluded the Cindy Campbell character altogether. Whatever the case, Faris is likely far more focused on the upcoming release of the new Sacha Baron Cohen comedy The Dictator, in which she co-stars.
Expectations for Scary Movie 5 already took a hit with the recent announcement that little-known director Malcolm Lee will be taking the reigns from series-veteran David Zucker. Though an injection of new blood may be just what the stale franchise needs, Lee (Undercover Brother, Soul Men) doesn't necessarily have the chops to pull it off. Faris' apparent absence likely won't earn any points with fans, either. Then again, it's at least something new. Dimension Films better launch one heck of an ad campaign if they want to see this rekindle the franchise.
Scary Movie 5 currently has a release date of January 11, 2013.


A lot of us may complain that we don't have the right setting, enough down time, or the perfect environment to create.
The apostle Paul wrote four books of the New Testament (Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon) under house arrest in Rome over the span of only 2 years.
Somehow, his passion to fulfill his mission enabled him to create when things were not easy in his life.
I'm reminded of the Russian composer, Dmitri Shostakovich, who endured the invasion of the Nazis. Even in the midst of so much suffering and death, he managed to compose three symphonies. He then gathered what few ragged musicians that were left to perform the uplifting melodies to boost the spirits of his fellow suffering countrymen.
Then, there is C.S. Lewis. After his wife's untimely tragic death, he wrote a "Grief Observed", about the pain and loss he experienced after she passed. Rather than wait for an opportune time when he felt victory, he wrote from his struggle to understand God's love at the worst time of his life.
His book is one of the top choices for people who are dealing with the loss of loved ones because there is so much understanding and comfort in his vulnerability to share his process of grief.
Each of these people created in the midst of incredible pressure and opposition.
They had every reason to use excuses not to create.
Instead, millions of people have benefited from what they created in the midst of these difficulties.
Let's take a look at some practical steps we can take so that we can have this same resolve in our creative process.
The truth never changes, but what we believe about the truth changes based upon our willingness to embrace the truth.
You may not "feel" anointed or inspired to create, but the reality is that you have been created to create. You have a creative destiny.
T.D. Jakes says that when you don't "feel it" you have to "faith it" until you "make it".
I'm sure Paul and Silas were not "feeling it" while locked up in prison, but they "faithed it" by singing praises to God until they "made it" to their breakthrough.
Remember, dreams come true first on the inside before they are realized for others to see.
Agree with how the Lord created you and one day your creative destiny will catch up with you.
Many people do not create when life gets crazy because they have let circumstances dictate when they can or cannot create.
Many people are waiting for their lives and circumstance to be perfect before they start pursuing their creative destiny.
Waiting for the right mood or environment before we begin to create is not a good plan in achieving our creative destiny.
We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, so that what you hope for may be fully realized (Hebrews 6:11).
Having a consistent approach to our creative process will help us achieve our creative dreams.
My sister-in-law's brother received private letters from C.S. Lewis when he was young.
In one of the letters, Lewis tells him that when he wrote the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, he thought that was all he would write for children.
But in the course of his daily commitment to write, he wrote Prince Caspian, which he thought was his last, until he finally wrote the infamous, The Chronicles of Narnia, which has become a classic for both children and adults.
If we want to fulfill our creative dreams, like Lewis, we need to exercise our creative muscles daily to reach our creative destiny.
Our consistent routine in creating will ensure us reaching our creative potential.
In times when we feel that we are at a creative impasse, or can't find the strength to move forward in our creative destiny, it is imperative that we look to a power greater than ourselves to accomplish the seemingly impossible.
If we desire to do the impossible — change the world through our unique creative gifts, then we must be continually empowered by God.
We get empowered through His presence.
Spending quality time in God's presence re-fuels us and propels us through the challenges preventing us from achieving our creative destiny.
Remember, struggles and daily obstacles will always attempt to block your path, but how you navigate through them will determine how successful you will be in moving forward towards your creative destiny.
When we rely upon God's power to energize us, and are motivated to create daily, as we declare the truth over our lives, we will position ourselves to achieve our dreams, and ultimately our destiny.
I pray that this year will be the year for your breakthrough in creating things that will impact the world around you.


Zipcar is a car-sharing service that allows users to rent vehicles by the hour.
Zipcar users in Philadelphia will soon be able to rent out cars without having to make a round trip.
After a successful pilot in Boston, Zipcar will be offering ONE>WAY service in Philly, Denver and L.A., the Boston Globe reported. That means users of the rental service can drop off their vehicles in a spot other than the original rental location.
ONE>WAY's expansion shows that Zipcar is trying to push its way into the market of taxi services like Uber and Lyft, noted the Shared Use Mobility Center. The service is geared toward more casual, spontaneous trips, as drivers can only book their cars half an hour before the trip starts. In Boston, it costs $6 per half-hour plus an annual membership fee of $60.
Users must book both the car and the space it will park in, avoiding the issue of drivers arriving at a Zipcar parking lot that's full or empty.
And here's more good news for Philly Zipsters: the company is letting you get outta town on the weekend of the pope's visit for around half off the usual price. In a papal visit deal, users can rent a Zipcar from September 25 to 28 for $149.


The epic stories have a lot of small songs in every episode. And I have sung them so far, and I would like to believe that I shall continue to do so. Srinivas sir is the male singer. So far I had had more than a couple of chances to sing along with the man who was instrumental in putting me on the path of becoming a playback singer. I am glad there was another opportunity thanks to Ramayan.
what makes you glad about the ramayana? in the blog that you mention?
Hey Chinnu akka,i learnt from your audio blog that you'd sung with Mr.Srinivas,the serial song-Oru Nadhi.. isn't it? if so, it shows that you've already sung with him right?
if any interested in old one then whole series is available in youtube... and also other (old)golden DD programs... can pass on links if interested.!
Some spiritual experience it must be? I believe in the fact that all good singers sing from their hearts. Why don't you blog-up an article on your feelings when you sing a devotional number versus those when you sing a commercial number? Would be great to know about the pleasure inside when you finish recording, which probably has more strength than the physical feeling of tiredness?
hey you have sung in Whistle and Amirtham along with Sriniji na!!
Today only i have started watching Ramayanam. The songs are very nice.
i am watching RAMAYANAM from beginning it was very nice and i like the songs very much every day i hear that song above 100 times.
Am currently watching it now...I have no words to praise the epic, in its new avatar. Awesome songs, wonderful acting!
I need the songs of tamil ramayanam serial. Anybody has it?
Does anyone have the songs?


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Forex & Currencies Trading
Forex Trading Strategy & Education
Advanced Forex Trading Concepts
Trading Forex & Currencies Trading
Circus Swap
By James Chen
What Is a Circus Swap?
A circus swap is a common forex strategy that involves the combination of an interest rate swap and a currency swap in which a fixed-rate loan in one currency is swapped for a floating-rate loan in another currency. A circus swap therefore converts not just the basis of the interest rate liability, but also the currency side of this liability.
The term is derived from the acronym CIRCUS, which stands for Combined Interest Rate and Currency Swap. This transaction is an example of a cross-currency swap or currency coupon swap.
A circus swap integrates both a plain vanilla interest rate swap with a currency swap into the same contract.
CIRCUS stands for Combined Interest Rate and Currency Swap, and trades over-the-counter (OTC).
These swaps are used as hedges by international corporations, allowing them to lock in an exchange rate on a set amount of currency with a benchmarked interest rate.
Understanding Circus Swaps
Companies and institutions use circus swaps to hedge currency and interest rate risk, and to match cash flows from assets and liabilities. They are ideal for hedging loan transactions since the swap terms can be tailored to perfectly match the underlying loan parameters. The transactions typically involve three parties—two counterparties who enter into the deal and the institution, most often a bank, that facilitates it.
Multinational corporations use these instruments to make bets and hedges, especially using currencies that don't have a robust swap market. These are transactions with two primary moving parts to consider: currency fluctuation and interest rate movements. But there's even more in motion when you take into account movement in both currencies, LIBOR movement, as well as interest rate swings in both countries. Banks that typically facilitate these transactions charge a commission, usually around 100 basis points or 1% of the deal. Note that the floating rate used in a circus swap is generally indexed to the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR).
According to an announcement by the Federal Reserve in November 2020, banks should stop writing contracts using LIBOR by the end of 2021. The Intercontinental Exchange, the authority responsible for LIBOR, will stop publishing one week and two month LIBOR after December 31, 2021. All contracts using LIBOR must be wrapped up by June 30, 2023.
Example of a Circus Swap High Wire
As an example, consider XYZ PLC, a European company that has a $100 million loan with a floating interest rate (LIBOR + 2%) on its books. The company is concerned that U.S. interest rates may begin to rise, which would lead to a stronger U.S. dollar against the euro, making it more expensive to make future interest and principal repayments. XYZ would therefore like to swap into a fixed-rate loan in Japanese yen, because interest rates in Japan are low and the company believes the yen may depreciate against the euro. It, therefore, enters into a circus swap with a counterparty that converts its U.S. dollar floating-rate debt into a fixed-rate loan in Japanese yen.
If the company's views on future interest rates and currencies are correct, it can save a few million dollars on servicing its debt obligations over the term of the loan.
Federal Reserve. "Federal Reserve Board welcomes and supports release of proposal and supervisory statements that would enable clear end date for U.S. Dollar (USD) LIBOR and would promote the safety and soundness of the financial system." Accessed Dec. 18, 2020.
Intercontinental Exchange. "LIBOR®." Accessed Dec. 18, 2020.
Plain Vanilla Swap
A plain vanilla swap is the most basic type of forward claim that is traded in the over-the-counter market between two private parties.
How a Basis Rate Swap Works
A basis rate swap is a type of agreement in which two parties swap variable interest rates in order to protect themselves against interest rate risk.
How Does a Currency Swap Work?
A currency swap is a foreign exchange transaction that involves trading principal and interest in one currency for the same in another currency.
A swap is a derivative contract through which two parties exchange financial instruments, such as interest rates, commodities, or foreign exchange.
Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR)
The secured overnight financing rate (SOFR) is a benchmark interest rate for dollar-denominated derivatives and loans that will replace LIBOR.
Accrual Swap
An accrual swap is an interest rate swap allowing banks, corporations, and investors to offset risk and profit from changes in future interest rates.
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An In-Depth Look at the Swap Market
Advanced Trading Strategies & Instruments
How to Value Interest Rate Swaps
Who Uses Libor Data and Why?
LIBID vs. LIBOR: What's the Difference?
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Star Trek: Alien Domain Begins Second Closed Beta Test
GameSamba today announced new details regarding the second closed beta test of the new free-to-play online strategy game, Star Trek: Alien Domain™, which is set to begin today, January 22, at 6PM PST.
Taking place many years after the events of Star Trek: Voyager™, Star Trek: Alien Domain™ follows players as they take on the role of a new Federation or Klingon captain trapped in the unexplored realm of fluidic space. Players will face a variety of threats – including Species 8472 – encounter new hostile creatures and species, and be forced to contend with a war that has erupted between the trapped Klingon and Federation forces.
The second closed beta test will include several features that have been added or improved based on player feedback from the first closed beta, including officer progression, a new weapon upgrade system, and earlier unlocks in the gameplay cycle for more features. Anyone who creates a free GameSamba account will be able to participate, as no closed beta key is required for this test period.
Following its launch on January 22, the second closed beta test is scheduled to run until February 6, 2015. A series of beta events are scheduled to begin coinciding with the launch of the new test, and players can obtain rewards that can be used both in CBT2, and in the future full release.
JoyGames Announces Open Beta for One Piece Online Begins Today
"Scourge: Outbreak" now available on Steam
Tragnarion Studios is proud to announce that "Scourge: Outbreak", a futuristic squad-based 3rd person shooter, is now available to buy on ...
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Kitfox Games has announced progress in its pursuit of publication for its upcoming co-op adventure, Moon Hunters.
NGames Unleashes Call of Alliance Open Beta
NGames announced the launch of open beta for their online RPG Call of Alliance, at September 17 at 7PM PDT.
Team Fortress 2 Gameplay - First Look HD
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Phil Long Customers Have It 'My Way'
A Colorado-area dealer group implements "My Ride-My Way" sales process to enhance its customer relationships.
Emily Prawdzik Genoff | Mar 12, 2007
The Phil Long Dealerships late last year made a New Year's resolution to focus on turning more of its customers into long-term relationships.
As part of the resolution, the Colorado-based dealer group in mid-February launched "My Ride-My Way," a 5-point process designed to build a strong, long-lasting relationships with its customers.
It is a business approach that e-marketing director Gilbert A. Chavez says is a reflection of the Phil Long experience that reaches back more than 60 years.
"We look at this as a new business approach or a new advertising campaign," Chavez says. "It's customer focused so that the consumers truly do get their ride their way."
Chavez says the five key elements are as follows:
My Price: Low prices are guaranteed by a 3-day or 150 mile (241 km) money back guarantee on new and used vehicles. Used-vehicle prices are always below the current Kelley Blue Book price.
My Way: All vehicles are sold at a low, pre-discounted no-hassle price. All prices, savings, payments, annual percentage-financing rate and trade information are presented clearly.
My Trade: Buyers receive a check for the cash value of the trade, whether or not it's traded in.
My Peace of Mind: Phil Long will provide any recommended maintenance and oil changes on new and used vehicles at no charge for two years or 24,000 miles (38,616 km). Used vehicles are always certified or inspected, and are sold with a 5-year, 50,000 mile (80,450 km) limited warranty.
My Choice: Customers may select from 21 showrooms and 16 franchises across the Colorado Front Range.
"We want to develop a long term relationship with each customer and make them a member of our Phil Long family," says Phil Long CEO Jay Cimino. "The new 'My Phil Long' business approach is an evolution of how we have always done our business and keeps the customer at the focal point of everything we do."
Chavez says the five points are expected to maintain a consistency in profitability.
"I think if you're up front and don't have any smoking mirrors, we'll be able to maintain (profitability) consistently," he says. "When you try to hide the APRs and other information, that's when you lose the faith of the customer and you lose profits as well."
Strong customer relations are nothing new to Phil Long Dealerships. Phil Long, a World War II veteran, opened the dealership shortly after the war ended in 1945. Generations of customers since have walked through Long's dealerships' doors.
"You have a grandfather coming in with his grandson for a new car and you appreciate that," Chavez says, adding that it's important to "stay current with the times."
'My Ride My Way' was the brainchild of Phil Long partners. The points were developed based on the dealership's early principles. Chavez says everyone had an opportunity to express his or her own opinion and, in the end, everyone agreed that the five points should be permanent.
"This is forever," says Chavez. "We're one of those establishments that once we make up our mind and have a direction, we stay with it. We're evolving with what customers want, and that's very positive."
Phil Long operates 19 dealerships in Pueblo; Colorado Springs; and Denver, CO, that sell Ford, Saturn, Chrysler, Jeep, Suzuki, Kia, Mercedes, Audi, Mitsubishi and Hyundai brands.
The group generated $560.2 million in revenue and retailed about 9,000 new vehicles in 2006.


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Mystery Writers of America Grand Master, Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Private Eye Writers of America, twenty-two time Shamus Award nominee, and multiple Shamus, Scribe, and Anthony Award winner.
MAX ALLAN COLLINS has earned an unprecedented twenty-two Private Eye Writers of America "Shamus" nominations, winning for his Nathan Heller novels, True Detective (1983) and Stolen Away (1991), and the Mike Hammer short story, "So Long, Chief" (2013). In 2017, he was named Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America, in 2007 he received the PWA life achievement award, the Eye, and in 2012 his Nathan Heller saga was honored with the PWA "Hammer" award for its major contribution to the private eye genre.
His graphic novel Road to Perdition (1998) was the basis of the Academy Award-winning Tom Hanks film and was followed by two acclaimed prose sequels and several graphic novels, all of which are being republished by Brash Books. He has created a number of innovative suspense series, including Mallory, Quarry, Eliot Ness, Jack and Maggie Starr, Reeder and Rogers, and the "Disaster" novels. He is completing a number of "Mike Hammer" novels begun by the late Mickey Spillane, most recently Murder Never Knocks; his full-cast Hammer audio novel, The Little Death with Stacy Keach, won a 2011 Audie.
His many comics credits include the syndicated strip "Dick Tracy"; his own "Ms. Tree"; "Batman"; and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, for which he wrote ten best-selling novels and several award-winning video games. His tie-in books have appeared on the USA TODAY bestseller list nine times and the New York Times three. His movie novels include Saving Private Ryan, Air Force One, and American Gangster (IAMTW Best Novel "Scribe" Award, 2008).
An independent filmmaker in the Midwest, Collins has written and directed four features, including the Lifetime movie "Mommy" (1996); and he scripted "The Expert," a 1995 HBO World Premiere, and the film-festival favorite, "The Last Lullaby" (2009), based on his novel, The Last Quarry. His documentary "Caveman: V.T. Hamlin & Alley Oop" (2008) has appeared on PBS and on DVD, and his documentary "Mike Hammer's Mickey Spillane" (1998/2011) appears on the Criterion Collection DVD and Blu-ray of "Kiss Me Deadly."
His play "Eliot Ness: An Untouchable Life," was nominated for an Edgar Award in 2004 by the Mystery Writers of America; a film version, written and directed by Collins, was released on DVD and appeared on PBS stations in 2009.
His other credits include film criticism, short fiction, songwriting, trading-card sets, and video games. His coffee-table book, The History of Mystery, was nominated for every major mystery award, and his Men's Adventure Magazines won the Anthony Award.
Collins lives in Muscatine, Iowa, with his wife, writer Barbara Collins; as "Barbara Allan," they have collaborated on eleven novels, including the successful "Trash 'n' Treasures" mysteries, Antiques Flee Market (2008) winning the Romantic Times Best Humorous Mystery Novel award in 2009. Their son Nathan is a Japanese-to-English translator, working on video games, manga and novels.
Books by Max Allan Collins
USS Powderkeg
A high-seas adventure on an ammo ship facing racism, mutiny, typhoons, kamikaze pilots and murder during World War II.
Go to Book
Legendary lawman Wyatt Earp straps on his six-shooter to battle a new breed of bad man in a new land -- rising gangster Al Capone and his machine-gun toting killers on the streets of New York City.
Road to Paradise
Mystery Writers of America Grandmaster Max Allan Collins brings his acclaimed and unforgettable Perdition saga to a breathtaking conclusion. It's 1973, and Michael is on the road with his 16-yedar-old daughter, his life-long struggle for redemption at odds with his thirst for revenge.
Road to Purgatory
The brilliant sequel to Road to Perdition, Max Allan Collins' masterpiece of crime fiction that became both a literary and cinematic classic. Michael O'Sullivan returns from WWII and infiltrates the mob to avenge his family from within.
First there was Max Allan Collins' legendary graphic novel…then came the Academy Award winning movie and his bestselling screenplay novelization. Now Collins presents an epic new novel, combining and expanding upon all that came before, to create the ultimate version of his unforgettable story.
Black Hats By Max Allan Collins
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The term "probable cause" refers to the right that a police officer has to make an arrest, search a person or his property, or obtain a warrant. Probable cause requires that facts and evidence presented in a case are of the type that would lead any reasonable person to believe that the suspect had committed a crime. As an example of probable cause, a police officer might have probable cause to arrest a suspect, after noticing obvious drug paraphernalia on the suspect's person. To explore this concept, consider the following probable cause definition.
Definition of Probable Cause
A reasonable ground to suppose that a charge of criminal conduct is well-founded.
The right of a police officer to make an arrest, issue a warrant, or search a person or his property.
Circa 1676 Latin probābilis
What is Probable Cause
Probable cause is legal justification for a police officer to make an arrest, obtain a warrant, or search a person or his property. An example of probable cause might include a police officer's suspicion that an individual is in possession of drugs, if that person smells strongly of marijuana. Essentially, if a situation presents itself where any reasonable person would believe a suspect to have committed a crime, then a police officer may be justified in requesting a warrant or making an arrest.
Unlike other situations where the police need a warrant to search a person or his property, in the case of a traffic stop, all that is needed is probable cause for an officer to search the vehicle. However, the driver of the car must give his consent before his vehicle is searched. Once consent is given, then the search is automatically considered legal in the eyes of the law.
If the driver refuses to give consent, but the police conduct a search anyway, any contraband the police uncover can potentially be thrown out in court. The reason for this would be because the search was conducted in violation of the probable cause requirements as defined by the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution. In this case, unless the prosecution has other evidence against the driver, then the charges against the driver would ultimately be dismissed.
Affidavit of Probable Cause
An affidavit of probable cause is a sworn statement, normally made by a police officer, that explains the facts relating to an arrest. There are different situations that would call for an affidavit of probable cause. For instance, the affidavit of probable cause can offer reasons as to why a judge should consent to a police officer making an arrest. An affidavit of probable cause can explain to a judge why a search warrant is needed, and should be granted.
An affidavit of probable cause can also outline the facts surrounding an arrest that is made during a crime already in progress. The officer can use the affidavit to list the evidence that served as the foundation for the officer's belief that the person in custody is indeed the person who is most likely to have committed the crime.
A probable cause hearing is part of the pre-trial stages of a criminal case. During a probable cause hearing, a judge will decide whether probable cause exists or existed with regard to an officer's arrest or search of the suspect's person or property. There are two instances wherein a probable cause hearing is necessary. The first is before an arrest is made. A judge is required to issue a warrant before the suspect can be arrested. In this case, the police need to establish probable cause to the judge in order to obtain the warrant.
The second instance wherein a probable cause hearing is necessary is after an arrest has been made. Here, the legality of the arrest is determined, as well as whether the police had probable cause to arrest the suspect. This type of hearing is often called a preliminary hearing, and it often follows the arraignment of a suspect.
In addition to the main finding of probable cause, another issue that is decided in a probable cause hearing is whether the crime occurred within the court's jurisdiction. This ensures that the case is presented before the appropriate court before it is heard and decided.
In a probable cause hearing, the defendant has the right to contest whether probable cause existed. He also has the right to waive the probable cause hearing altogether. If the defendant waives his right, it does not mean that he is admitting guilt.
A formal plea of guilty or not guilty is not entered until the arraignment process has been completed. If, however, the prosecution is unable to prove that probable cause existed, then the case will more than likely be dismissed even if the defendant is, in fact, guilty.
Probable Cause vs. Reasonable Suspicion
Reasonable suspicion is different from probable cause. While probable cause must exist before the police can arrest someone or obtain a warrant, all an officer needs is reasonable suspicion to stop someone and question him. The officer is even permitted to search for weapons if he believes the person to be armed, or to be capable of presenting an immediate threat. Reasonable suspicion is the reasonable belief that a crime has been, is currently being, or will soon be committed.
A police officer can form reasonable suspicion based on his training as an officer, and his experience in the field, in addition to the facts and circumstances at hand. As opposed to probable cause, which must be established, reasonable suspicion is more like a guess or a hunch on the officer's part. Probable cause refers more to there being concrete proof of a crime, whereas reasonable suspicion is a phrase used to justify an officer's investigation into a person's seemingly suspicious behavior.
Another important difference between probable cause and reasonable suspicion is the standard by which each are measured. In other words, probable cause establishes whether another reasonable person would suspect a person of committing a crime. Reasonable suspicion, however, refers to whether another reasonable police officer would suspect a person of committing a crime.
Probable Cause Example Involving an Unlawful Arrest
An example of probable cause coming into question took place on November 10, 1961. Here, William Beck was driving his car in Cleveland, Ohio. While driving, he encountered the local police, who identified themselves to Beck and ordered him to pull over. Unbeknownst to Beck at the time, the officers had been "tipped off" to Beck's gambling habits, as well as given information about his appearance. The officers did not have an arrest warrant with them, nor did they obtain a search warrant.
The officers placed Beck under arrest and searched his car, but ultimately found nothing of interest. Beck was then taken to a nearby police station, where he was personally searched. The officers found an envelope containing several clearing house slips tucked into one of Beck's socks. Beck was then criminally charged in the Cleveland Municipal Court with being in possession of the slips, which violated the state's criminal statute.
Beck filed a motion to have the charges dropped, arguing that the police had obtained the slips after conducting an unreasonable search and seizure. Beck also claimed that both his Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments were violated. After a hearing on the matter, Beck's motion was overruled, the slips were admitted as evidence, and Beck was ultimately convicted of the charges that were brought against him.
On appeal, the Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed Beck's conviction, as did the Supreme Court of Ohio. The Supreme Court of the United States granted certiorari to hear Beck's case and to decide if, in fact, the slips were wrongly admitted into evidence against Beck. In its decision, the Court quoted itself in saying:
"The rule of probable cause is a practical, nontechnical conception affording the best compromise that has been found for accommodating … often opposing interests. Requiring more would unduly hamper law enforcement. To allow less would be to leave law-abiding citizens at the mercy of the officers' whim or caprice."
The Court ultimately reversed the decisions made by the lower courts. The Court noted that, during the trial, the arresting officer testified that "someone" had told him "something" about Beck, but he was unspecific as to what and whom. The Court did not hold the officer's knowledge as inadmissible or irrelevant insofar as probable cause was concerned. However, it noted:
"To hold knowledge of either or both of these facts constituted probable cause would be to hold that anyone with a previous criminal record could be arrested at will."
Further, the Court stated that, because the constitutionality of the arrest came into question during the trial, the prosecution should have been held responsible for showing exactly what was said. The prosecution should have also uncovered why the officer thought that the information that was given was credible. The Court concluded its decision by saying:
"We may assume that the officers acted in good faith in arresting the petitioner. But 'good faith on the part of the arresting officers is not enough.' … If subjective good faith alone were the test, the protections of the Fourth Amendment would evaporate, and the people would be 'secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects,' only in the discretion of the police."
Hearing – A proceeding before the court at which an issue of fact or law is heard, evidence presented, and a decision made.
Overrule – A court's disallowing an objection to a witness' testimony.
Writ of Certiorari – An order issued by a higher court demanding a lower court forward all records of a specific case for review.


C. 1845-1848 Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts. 1849 9 Brinley Hall, Worcester, Massachusetts.
F. M. Danielson was recorded in three advertisements. The first advertisement ran from July 6 to September 12, 1849 in the Worcester Daily Spy (Worcester, Massachusetts). Yes, It is a fact that Dr. A. W. Van Alstin has gone to "California," and also that F. M. Danielson having had charge of the operating during the past five months in the rooms formerly occupied by him, has purchased the stock and fixtures in the above named rooms, having had four years experience in the Daguerreotype business in Boston and other places is confident that in point of execution, his miniatures cannot be surpassed. (during three years he was in one of the best rooms in the United States) the patronage of the citizens of Worcester and its vicinity is respectfully solicited.
Miniatures put into silk, $1,00 and into Velvet lined cases $1,50. N. B. Stock constantly on hand and for sale at reasonable prices.
The second advertisement ran from July 23 to July 27, 1849 in the Worcester Daily Spy (Worcester, Massachusetts). To Daguerreotypists. 500 French Plates of all sizes. 100 Gross of silk and Velvet Cases. 50 Gross of Preservers. Bromine, Chloride of Iodine, rotten stone, Hypo Sulphite Soda, Rouge in any quantity, at Boston prices at No. 9 Brinley Hall.
The third advertisement ran from July 28 to September 12, 1849 in the Worcester Daily Spy (Worcester, Massachusetts). No. I Will Not sell stock less than cost, or even at cost but I will sell at reasonable profit, my incillities are as great as any man's in the United States for obtaining stock. Bromine, Chloride of Iodine, polishing materials, cases and plates, &c., for sale at a reasonable advance from cost. Miniatures taken without regard to weather, which for brilliancy of tone, are unsurpassed at No. 9 Brinley Hall.
Craig's Daguerreian Registry does list a Francis M. Danielson in 1850-1851 at 8 Daniel Street. In 1855 a Frank M. Danielson is listed as a daguerreian in Portland, Maine. It is unknown at this time if they are all the same person.


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The government is set to secure a two-thirds majority in the next Parliament by winning at least 149 seats at the general elections likely to be held before the April New Year holidays, National Freedom Front leader Wimal Weerawansa, MP, said yesterday.
More people in the North and East would also vote for the ruling United People's Freedom Alliance at the upcoming parliamentary elections, he told a news conference at his party office.
Weerawansa said the government was having talks to secure the support of 19 opposition MPs to obtain a two-thirds majority in the current parliament, needed for electoral reforms.
Weerawansa citing Tuesday's Presidential poll results said the ruling alliance would win more than 90 per cent of seats in the new parliament if the next general election was held under the first-past-the-post system.
He said an analysis of the Presidential election results showed that at least 133 MPs from the ruling alliance would be elected to the new legislature if the next general election was conducted under the current proportional representation system.
The current system could not be changed ahead of the general elections if the government did not get a two-thirds majority in the current parliament, Weerawansa said.
Weerawansa scoffed at defeated Presidential candidate Sarath Fonseka's threat to challenge the final poll result in Court. Fonseka would say this for a week but would not file a case, Weerawansa said.
Answering a query about the low poll turnout among IDPs in Vanni, he pointed out that the issue would not have affected the final result because President won by a huge majority.
He urged the government to take legal action against the former army chief as soon as possible to prevent him from further damaging national interests, adding that the retired general should no longer be allowed to 'play with Sri Lankan laws'.
Weerawansa drew the government's attention to the possibility of Fonseka making false war crimes allegations against the country's leaders and armed forces.
UNP and opposition leader Ranil Wickeremasinghe was a happy man today after sacrificing Fonseka at the Presidential election, he said.
Weerawansa alleged that Fonseka had, backed by a group of armed military deserters, planned to capture power by force on January 27. His plans to claim a polls fraud and bring people to the streets to besiege the President's residence had failed miserably as Rajapaksa won with 1.8 million majority votes, Weerawansa said.
Weerawansa, citing what he called a 'Srikotha' pre-poll survey, said the opposition had expected Fonseka to win the election by securing 50.8 percent of votes polled. They had been hoping for at least 48 or 49 percent votes for Fonseka and planning to somehow capture power on January 27.
He said Tuesday's polls results demonstrated that the JVP had lost its power to make or break governments.
Weerawansa urged all patriotic forces to support the President's efforts to create a bright future for all Sri Lankans and to ensure that the UPFA alliance won a two-thirds majority in the next parliament. He said his National Freedom Front members would be fielded in 18 districts at the upcoming polls.
Weerawansa urged the people to be vigilant as the battle against anti-national forces was not over yet and praised his party colleague M. Musammil, MP, for resisting a bid to bribe him in the run-up to the Presidential election.
Answering a query, Musammil said complaints had been filed with the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption, the CID and the Election Commissioner and he hoped investigators would soon institute legal action against those accused in this case.
He said the commission had already recorded his statement and the Mt. Lavinia magistrate had also allowed the CID to investigate the allegations.


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