The AMP Capital Global Direct Property fund has sold Liberty Square, a core office building in the Boston CBD for US$28.25 million.
A significant sale premium was achieved for the asset, which was purchased in December 2012 for US$17.6 million.
Two Liberty Square is a historic B Grade office building with more than 64,000 square feet over 11 storeys. It is centrally located in the most established and densely built area in the Boston financial district.
AMP Capital Global Direct Fund Manager Tim Fallet said: "We are very pleased with the very strong result achieved for our investors, with the price per square foot setting a new record for this type of property in the Boston market.
"Intensive asset management has secured new leasing deals covering almost half of the building's net lettable area, resulting in strong performance in both rental and capital growth.
The Global Direct Property Fund provides Australian superannuation funds with access to core and core plus direct property investment opportunities in large, liquid and transparent offshore markets. The fund invests in a strategic mix of international direct property assets across all the property sectors.


I would have loved this book for this story alone. There is much more, however, to make this book a good investment of time. Churchill Defiant is the story of his post WWII life.
When I started my firm nearly 25 years ago, the prospect of identifying and analyzing cultural shifts and societal trends is not something I had ever considered. My initial work was focused almost exclusively in the crisis, conflict and litigation arena. Over a span of a decade or so I was involved in many of the highest profile controversies of the day - environmental fights, discrimination cases, the obesity debate, product liability disputes, auto safety issues, financial meltdowns, industrial espionage cases and patent infringement lawsuits.
After working on such a wide array of reputation threatening matters, a number of clients began to engage me in discussions about what I had learned from my cases. Based on these conversations, my clients pushed me to develop both a list of lessons learned and an improved process for the earlier identification of potential risks. As I worked on the suggested materials, I realized that the system I had developed for identifying risks was equally valid for identifying opportunities.
Out of this process, McGinnSights was born. It started with a brief presentation to the clients who inspired me to undertake the work. Those initial sessions were well received, triggering word of mouth referrals that have resulted in more than 300 presentations and dozens of client engagements to date.
McGinnSights is designed to bring order, thought and insightful analysis to these questions. We don't study fads and we don't pretend to be able to predict the future. What we can do, however, is anticipate where the world is moving on a set of key issues and advise clients of the potential impacts from these impending shifts.
- and we can present them in a rational, verifiable manner, the potential value for clients should be enormous. An exciting challenge.


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class CountryControllerTest extends TestCase
{
    /**
     * @var \Exapp\Repositories\CountryRepositoryInterface Country repository
     */
    private $resourceRepo;

    /**
     * @var \Exapp\Transformers\CollectionToArrayTransformerInterface Collection transformer
     */
    private $collectionTransformer;

    /**
     * @var \Illuminate\Database\Eloquent\Collection Eloquent collection
     */
    private $collection;

    /**
     * @test
     */
    public function testIndex()
    {
        $this->collection = $this->mock('Illuminate\Database\Eloquent\Collection');

        $this->resourceRepo = $this->mock('Exapp\Repositories\CountryRepositoryInterface');
        $this->resourceRepo->shouldReceive('findAll')->once()->andReturn($this->collection);

        $this->collectionTransformer = $this->mock('Exapp\Transformers\CollectionToArrayTransformerInterface');
        $this->collectionTransformer->shouldReceive('transform')->once()->andReturn([]);

        $this->action('GET', '\Exapp\Controllers\CountryController@index');

        $this->assertResponseStatus(200);
    }

    /**
     * @test
     */
    public function testIndexDatabaseFail()
    {
        $this->resourceRepo = $this->mock('Exapp\Repositories\CountryRepositoryInterface');
        $this->resourceRepo->shouldReceive('findAll')->once()->andThrow(new \Exception());

        $this->action('GET', '\Exapp\Controllers\CountryController@index');

        $this->assertResponseStatus(500);
    }

    /**
     * Tidy up after tests.
     */
    public function tearDown()
    {
        parent::tearDown();

        unset($this->collection);
        unset($this->collectionTransformer);
        unset($this->resourceRepo);
    }
}

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Q: Run mstsc.exe with specified username and password with Port Number I got this post at run mstsc.exe but if we supply port number it is not working.
Here is my code with port number change.
Process rdcProcess = new Process();
rdcProcess.StartInfo.FileName = Environment.ExpandEnvironmentVariables(@"%SystemRoot%\system32\cmdkey.exe");
rdcProcess.StartInfo.Arguments = "/generic:TERMSRV/192.168.0.217:123 /user:" + "username" +  " /pass:" + "password";
rdcProcess.Start();

rdcProcess.StartInfo.FileName = Environment.ExpandEnvironmentVariables(@"%SystemRoot%\system32\mstsc.exe");
rdcProcess.StartInfo.Arguments = "/v " + "192.168.0.217:123"; // ip or name of computer to connect
rdcProcess.Start();

I have here 123 port number supply with server name. If server is supply without port number all good.
Please suggest any workaround for this.

A: I tried your code on my machine with Win 8.1 to connect to my office.
It's working fine, problem is not in code but in environment.
rdcProcess.StartInfo.FileName = Environment.ExpandEnvironmentVariables(@"%SystemRoot%\system32\mstsc.exe");
rdcProcess.StartInfo.Arguments = "/v " + "xxxx.cz:33893"; // ip or name of computer to connect
rdcProcess.Start();

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In 1999, at the request of the Malheur Refuge manager, a small group of Refuge enthusiasts formed Friends of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge.
From a modest start, the Friends, with support from its board of directors, members, and partners, has become an important National Wildlife Refuge support group.
As the Refuge faced many challenges over the years, the Friends of Malheur's commitment to support the Refuge and dedication to our Mission and Vision has never wavered.
On our FRIENDS pages, you will gain a better understanding of the Friends of Malheur's Mission and Vision, meet our Board of Directors and Staff, and learn about our partners.
Learn about our Mission and Vision to promote, enhance, and protect Malheur National NWR.
Our service to the Malheur Refuge is only made better by the support from our Partners and Supporters.
The Crane's Nest is the epicenter of our volunteer programs, education activities, outreach events, and stewardship projects.
Find out about ways you can help Malheur Refuge and our National Refuge System by being a supporter and advocate.
Learn about the dedicated people who volunteer their time to guide the Friends of Malheur on its Refuge mission.
Internships are a path to valuable experience and provide an important service to the Friends and the Refuge.

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Probably the most famous beach in Koh Lanta, Long Beach is just that – it's huge stretch of fine, white sand, dotted with palm trees and edged by clean, crystal blue water. It does get pretty popular, but there's plenty of room for everyone. There are no buildings really set on the beach itself – they're all behind you as you sit facing the ocean, which I didn't expect for a touristy spot. There's nothing to obstruct your view of the deep blue, so relax and enjoy the rays.
Behind you will be various cafes, bars, seafood restaurants and massage huts. While Koh Lanta itself is a pretty cheap island to visit, the places to eat here will be slightly more expensive than usual. You're paying for the view, after all. This beach was full of families when I was there and has that classic 'holiday' feel to it. If you're after something more private, check out Diamond Cliff Beach, below.
We rented a moped from our hostel and zipped around the island, misreading the map and getting slightly lost. This seems to be a bit of a theme for me when it comes to travelling! Against the odds, we found our way to Diamond Cliff Beach and made a solemn vow to never leave. The view from the road is amazing, and as you walk down the winding steps, you'll find yourself stripping off so you can get in ocean more quickly….
This is the most stunning of the Koh Lanta beaches and there were only about three other people there when we arrived. It's quite a small beach, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in beauty. There are ramshackle huts covered in palm trees to rest under, and nothing else. The water here is so clear, cool and refreshing. I'd suggest taking plenty of suncream and drinks, as there isn't a whole lot of shade.
If you get hungry, head back up the steps to Diamond Cliff Restaurant for lunch and enjoy the spectacular views. Despite our poor navigational skills, there are actually quite a few signs on the way here, and space to park just off the road. I wouldn't recommend this one for wheelchair users or anyone with teeny tots – there are quite a few steps leading to the beach and no wheelchair or pushchair ramps.This is one of those places that you can't quite believe is real, and it remains in my top five beaches of all time for that reason.
This one should be pretty easy for you to find, and there's always plenty of room to stretch out and get settled. This was probably my favourite of the Koh Lanta beaches to swim in, as there are no hidden rocky parts. The water here is relatively calm, although this obviously depends on what season you visit during!
Klong Nin is a great place to head if you want to relax with a sunset beer. We spent a fair amount of time at Blue Moon Restaurant, which is right on the beach. You can chill on a beach mat or under an umbrella, provided you order something from their menu. This makes a great place to watch sunset and has a bit more of an atmosphere to it than some of the other beaches, with fairy lights and quirky music, as well as lovely staff.
This beach is close to one of the main tourist spots, so there are some shops and bars dotted around if you fancy making a night of it. This is a family-friendly beach that is easily accessible from the road, happy days for anyone with buggies! Relax in the shade or make the most of the sunshine….
Bamboo Bay wins the award for most stunning backdrop. This crescent-shaped bay is perfectly positioned in front of a jungle. And the jungle is perfectly positioned in front of craggy mountains. If you're an adventurous type, this is the beach for you.
The beach itself is lovely, although isn't the best for swimming due to the lining of rocks around its curved edges. It's quite easy to find but takes some walking from the main road to the sand itself. This is fine for young children but not for wheelchair users or pushchairs, I'd say. The ground isn't that well kept and it feels quite 'off-road' at times! It's all worth it, however, for the majestic views.
There are a few beach bars and hotels backing the beginning stretch of the beach, but the far end is very quiet and remote. If you want some time out and fancy something a little wilder than just crystal waters and calm, head here.
This is the ultimate hideaway, and the perfect beach to relax on. It's quite secluded and is often ignored by tourists in favour of beaches with bars and music. For me, this beach was the ideal place to unwind and really take in the beauty of Koh Lanta.
Close to Klong Nin beach, this little haven is sign-posted but quite easy to miss! Take your time finding it and enjoy the walk from the road to the sand, surrounded by luscious green plants and trees. There is an entrance the main bar on the road, but it feels nicer to take a little trek before dipping into the cool, blue water.
Be careful swimming here and don't go too far out unless you're a strong swimmer. There can be a strong currents and some rocky patches, so I preferred to not-swim in the shallower spots and take in the whole setting.


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Oscar van den Boogaard (born 1964) is a Dutch writer. Born in Harderwijk, Netherlands, he grew up in Suriname and the Netherlands. He studied law and literature in Montpellier, Amsterdam and Brussels. His debut novel Dentz appeared in 1990. Other books include De heerlijkheid van Julia (Julia's Glory, 1997), which won the Dutch Libris-Literatuurprijs and the Belgian De gouden Uil. The novel "Liefdesdood" (Love's Death, 2001) also received the De gouden Uil prize. It has been translated into English by Ina Rilke.

Boogaard is also the founder of the Mot & van den Boogaard gallery for contemporary art in Brussels. In early 2018, van den Boogaard claimed to be an illegitimate son of Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands, which would make him a half-brother of former Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands.

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Each week in this space, we examine all the things a certain contending team needs to have happen in order for it to make the College Football Playoff. This week, we look at the Penn State Nittany Lions, who suffered their first loss of the season Saturday after a fourth-quarter collapse on the road against Ohio State.
Current situation: Undefeated and ranked No. 2 in the country, Penn State had a clear playoff path laid out in front of it — provided it could beat the Buckeyes, that is, in what was the program's biggest game since the late 1990s. The Nittany Lions scored on the game's first play and held control for three quarters, but Ohio State kept chipping away at PSU's lead late, capping off a 19-3 fourth-quarter run with a go-ahead touchdown pass from which Penn State never recovered. Now ranked seventh in the first edition of the CFP committee rankings, the Lions have only a 14 percent chance of making the playoff, according to the FiveThirtyEight model.
What the Lions can do: Because the loss came relatively late in the season, it left Penn State without much time to rebuild its playoff status. Even if the Lions win the rest of their games, our model gives them only a 20 percent chance of making the playoff. One important factor driving that number is a lack of opportunities for another signature win down the season's final stretch: According to ESPN's Football Power Index, Penn State's future strength of schedule ranks just 67th in the country — easily the worst among the top 15 teams in the country by FPI. The only ranked team remaining on Penn State's schedule (assuming it doesn't go to the Big Ten championship) is Michigan State — and if PSU beats Michigan State, the Spartans will surely lose their ranking, which is currently only No. 24. With this weak slate of remaining games, it will be difficult for the Lions to impress the committee solely with their performance on the field before season's end.
Which of Penn State's games holds the most weight?
Based on two sets of simulations: one where the team makes the playoff and one where it doesn't. Differences may not add up exactly because of rounding.
Where they need help: As if losing to the Buckeyes wasn't enough, Penn State fans now need to keep a close eye on every Ohio State game from here out. Because the teams share a division and because OSU now holds a head-to-head tiebreaker over Penn State, Ohio State will need to lose twice in conference play to give PSU a shot at winning the East. That's not very likely; our model gives Ohio State a 44 percent chance of winning every remaining regular-season game, much less winning at least three of four. But OSU's best chances to lose will come in its games at Iowa this weekend and at Michigan on Nov. 25, so those are also Penn State's highest-leverage games left in the season (aside from the Lions' own matchup against Michigan State on Saturday).
Differences may not add up because of rounding.
But maybe that's also an area where the model doesn't have enough information yet. If Wisconsin and OSU are on a collision course in the Big Ten championship (and they appear to be), then those Badger-Buckeye universes would mean that the committee selected a conference title-game loser for a playoff spot. That may not be very realistic: In 12 chances over three seasons, only once — Ohio State in 2016 — did the real-life committee pick a team that didn't win its conference (and those Buckeyes didn't lose their championship game but rather missed it entirely on a tiebreaker).
That should give Penn State hope that its current odds are being slightly understated by our model — that if they just keep winning and get a little lucky, the Lions could slip in as a second Big Ten playoff bid at the very least. Then again, if college football's playoff era has proven nothing else, it's that the committee might do something we've never seen before. We'll see whether that works in Penn State's favor or not.
Check out our latest college football predictions. Also, see what it will take for Notre Dame, Clemson, Washington and Oklahoma to still make the playoff.


Sweet Blizzard is Book 4 in the Green Pines small-town Sweet Romance series.
Trey Bennett's an ex-con. Loren Williams is an East Coast socialite.
He saves her life when they're stranded in a blizzard, but she could make or break his.
Will love make it all right in time for Christmas?
A sweet romance about the healing power of love, this wholesome, clean-read novella is part of the Green Pines Romance series.
Sweet Blizzard is a stand-alone novella.


There are two types of government support for students studying in TAFE, private colleges or University.
One type of Government support is called Centrelink, which are regular payments to help you pay for bills, rent, food and study materials.
The other type of government support is a course loan which is money the student can pay back after their course.
Centrelink is a government organisation that can provide financial support for students to pay bills, rent, food and study materials. Students do not have to pay back the money paid by Centrelink.
Click here to go to the Centrelink website for the most up to date information.
Click here to visit and apply.
There are two types of course fees that the government may be able to assist: Government Subsidised training place (GSP) and VET FEE-HELP.
A government-subsidised training place can be available in some courses at TAFE and private colleges. This means the Australian Government will pay part of the cost of the course. The student then only pays a small part of the course fee to the TAFE or private college.
Government Subsidised training place is also called Victorian Training Guarantee (VTG).
A student enrols into a TAFE course to study hairdressing. The student is offered a Government-subsidised Place in the course. The course costs $15,000. The student pays $5,000 while the Government pays $10,000 for the course. The student does not pay the $10,000 back to the government.
For more information about government-subsidised training place, click here.
To check which courses are funded by the Government, please click here and/or here.
VET FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan that may be available if the student cannot afford to pay the full cost of the course. VET FEE-HELP loans must be repaid once the student starts to earn money.
A hairdressing student owes TAFE $5,000. The student cannot afford to pay $5,000 so the student applies for a VET FEE-HELP loan from the government. The student now owes the government $5,000 for the course. Four years later, the student becomes a hairdresser and finds a job. The hairdresser starts to pay back the $5,000 owing to the government for the hairdressing course.
For more information about VET FEE-HELP, click here.
There are three types of course fees that the government may be able to assist with: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP.
CSP means both the government and the student pay for the course fees. The course fee for the student is cheaper than a fee paying place. The student does not pay back the amount that the government paid.
A student enrols into a university course to study nursing. The student is offered a Commonwealth Supported Place in the course. The course costs $40,000. The student pays $10,000 while the Government pays $30,000 for the course. The student does not pay back the $30,000 back to the government.
For more information about CSP, please click here.
If the student cannot pay their part of the course fee with the government, then the student may be able to apply for HECS-HELP. For more information about this, click here.
The nursing student owes the university $10,000. Since the student cannot afford to pay $10,000, the student applies for HECS-HELP loan from the government. The student now owes the government $10,000 for the course. Four years later, the student becomes a nurse and finds a nursing job. With a salary, the nurse starts to pay back the $10,000 owing to the government for the nursing course.
FEE-HELP is the government loan that may be available if the student cannot afford to pay the full course fees. For more information about this, click here.


This represents one animation. It points to different faces.
Definition at line 26 of file face.h.
The actual faces for the animation.
Definition at line 31 of file face.h.
Referenced by CREUtils::animationNode(), CREAnimationControl::display(), esrv_send_animation(), init_anim(), map2_add_ob(), CREMainWindow::onReportDuplicate(), CREFacePanel::setItem(), and CREAnimationPanel::setItem().
Definition at line 29 of file face.h.
Referenced by apply_anim_suffix(), CREAnimationControl::display(), and init_anim().
Name of the animation sequence.
Definition at line 27 of file face.h.
Referenced by add_abilities(), anim_compare(), CREUtils::animationNode(), apply_anim_suffix(), apply_changes_to_player(), cfapi_object_get_property(), init_anim(), ResourcesManager::load(), CREMainWindow::onReportDuplicate(), CREAnimationPanel::setItem(), and try_find_animation().
Where we are in the array.
Definition at line 30 of file face.h.
Referenced by init_anim(), CREAnimationPanel::setItem(), and try_find_animation().
How many different faces to animate, size of the faces array.
Definition at line 28 of file face.h.
Referenced by CREUtils::animationNode(), apply_anim_suffix(), CREAnimationControl::display(), esrv_send_animation(), init_anim(), CREMainWindow::onReportDuplicate(), CREFacePanel::setItem(), and CREAnimationPanel::setItem().


"She plays good for a girl." Or, somewhat more pejoratively, "She plays good for a chick." Both phrases have been heard repeatedly, in varying forms, since the early days of jazz. Over the many decades in which talented female instrumentalists (playing everything from horns to drums to keys) have been trying, often with little success, to break through the brass ceiling of jazz.
And now, film director Judy Chaikin has produced a documentary film, appropriately titled The Girls in the Band, that brilliantly surveys an aspect of jazz that has generally remained below the surface. It's a story that stretches from the '20s into the present. A story of sexism, racism, diminished opportunities that have largely kept female jazz instrumentalists away from many of the prime performing opportunities, from big bands to small groups, from the benefits of studio gigs and the most challenging creative situations, despite the high quality of their skills.
On Tuesday night Chaikin presented a screening of her documentary before a large, enthusiastic audience at a Muse/Ique event at the Avon Company warehouse in Pasadena. To further contextualize the message of the film, the evening opened with a set by a group of young female players, and closed with a performance by saxophonist Ann Patterson's Maiden Voyage, a small group version of the big, all-female jazz band Patterson has been leading for years.
The same story is present in a series of insightful interviews with female players reaching from the '20s to the present. Among them: Melba Liston, Roz Cron and the International Sweethearts of Rhythm, Clora Bryant, Cindy Blackman, Marian McPartland. Each had a fascinating reminiscence to offer, providing compelling slants on a unique era in American musical history.
– Nov. 15 & 17 @ The Cleveland Museum of Art in Cleveland, OH.
– Nov.15 – 21 @ Laemmle's Playhouse 7 in Pasadena, CA.
– Nov. 16 & 17 @ Laemmle's Claremont 5 in Claremont, CA.
– Nov. 23 & 24 @ Laemmle's Monica 4 in Santa Monica, CA.
– Nov. 25 @ Laemmle's Musica Hall 3 in Beverly Hills, CA.
Photo of the Ann Patterson ensemble by Faith Frenz.


Online roulette is more convenient compared to casino roulette. You only need a computer and with two clicks of the mouse, you are ready to play the game. There are no queues and you don't have to deal with the crowd issue. Unless you live in the big cities where land casinos are just a few meters away, it will be very difficult to play the game. If you need to travel to a physical casino, it becomes very costly and exhausting.
One thing that makes roulette game exciting to play is its "social" factor. Having crowds around you cheering with every spin of the wheel is what makes the game fun play. The land casino also provides a unique feeling with all the noises from the slot machines when players win. With online casino, you miss all this and it can easily become bored with them.
One of the main disadvantages of the casino roulette is a lack of adequate information, particularly if you are new to that place. You may need the services of the croupier to explain how the table works- the limits and betting options available. With online roulette, you have all the information on the screen. This makes it very easy to bet compared to the land casinos such as Zodiac Casino. Also note that with digital roulette, you cannot spin unless you have placed the bet.
Online roulette games are extremely versatile and available in a different variation. This cannot be compared to the casino roulette that is mostly limited to one type of the game. This makes playing roulette online more enjoyable and fun since you can switch to different games.
Whether you are playing the roulette online or offline, each has their advantages and flaws. If you are looking a fun night out playing this game with friends, casino roulette would be best. But if you are seeking for flexibility, convenience, and easy access, playing online is what you need.


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Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings Week 2
1. Michigan State Spartans (9), 4-0, Average: 1, High/Low: 1
What They're Saying: "Michigan State has suffered from a two-game Kentucky hangover, struggling to get by Columbia and Portland. But I don't have any concerns about Tom Izzo's squad. They sit atop college basketball's rankings at No. 1 and they sit atop my Big Ten rankings for the second straight week." –Kevin Schaefer
"In their two games since Kentucky, Michigan State struggled against Columbia and Portland, but this is understandable. It is hard to get up for opponents like these two after playing in a game like Kentucky this early in the year. The Spartans will continue to improve, and being able to pull those two close games out show they deserve to be atop my rankings." –Ethan Gaba
2. Ohio State Buckeyes, 3-0, Average: 2.2, High/Low: 2/3
What They're Saying: "Ohio State proved in Saturday's 52-35 win over No. 17 Marquette that their defense is as stifling as any team in the country. The Buckeyes held Marquette, which was averaging 88.5 points per game going into the matchup, to a 10-53 (18.9 percent) performance from the field and held starters to a ridiculous 12 points. Shannon Scott will be the most improved player in the Big Ten, get familiar with him." – Kevin Hyland
"A very impressive victory over No. 17 Marquette is a great sign for the Buckeyes going forward. With Aaron Craft leading the way, Ohio State will have a good opportunity to make noise in this year's B1G." –Matthew Dlugie
3. Wisconsin Badgers, 4-0, Average: 2.88, High/Low: 2/4
What They're Saying: "The Badgers are the only other team to beat a top-15 ranked opponent (Florida) besides the Spartans, and after an electrifying performance by junior forward Frank Kaminsky, who scored 43 points to set the school shooting record in an 103-85 win over North Dakota, this team looks scary good." –Tori Ziege
"The big win for the Badgers came last week against No. 11 Florida. Wisconsin started off slow but was able to make a second half rally resulting in a win. They made a big jump in the rankings this week as well, moving from 20 to 12. This is going to be a classic Bo Ryan team. I expect them to be a team that likes to grind out possessions late into the shot clock and will pride themselves on defense. Keep your eyes on Sam Dekker and Traevon Jackson. They will be the go to guys this season for the Badgers." –Lucas Corley
4. Michigan Wolverines, 2-1, Average: 4.55, High/Low: 4/6
What They're Saying: "A tough loss this weekend for the Wolverines. Iowa State is not bad, but Michigan should have been able to win. They will have to bounce back because they take on Duke and Arizona in December." –Andrew Vailliencourt
"No need to overreact to a close early season loss, especially one on the road in which the team's best player is out due to injury. With Mitch McGary back, this team will be fine." –Kevin Hyland
5. Iowa Hawkeyes, 4-0, Average: 5, High/Low: 3/6
What They're Saying: "The Hawkeyes have played a weak schedule thus far, but they are taking care of business. If you take out a somewhat off-game against Nebraska-Omaha, they are beating their opponents by an average of 50.3 points. A remarkable seven players are averaging at least 7 points per game for Fran McCaffery's squad led by Aaron White and Roy Devyn Marble." –Kevin Schaefer
"Another team who can light up the box-score, Iowa had two dominating 100+ outputs against their opponents and are on the cusp of cracking the AP Top 25, receiving 122 votes, the most by any non-ranked team." –Tori Ziege
6. Indiana Hoosiers, 4-0, Average: 5.44, High/Low: 4/7
What They're Saying: "Indiana this past week was fun to watch, and looked much improved from the first week of the season. Noah Vonleh has shown why he was looked as the best offensive rebounder in his class, and Crean has realized how to get the ball to his big man. If they can figure out their free throw shooting the Hoosiers will be a tough team to beat considering their speed, and the new emphasis on touch fouls." –Ethan Gaba
"After a scare from LIU Brooklyn last week, the Hoosiers handled this week quite nicely. Freshmen Noah Vonleh is emerging on to the national scene after averaging a double-double in each of his first four collegiate games. We will get a better look at this team later this week when they take on Washington and (most likely) UConn." –Kevin Schaefer
7. Illinois Fighting Illini, 4-0, Average: 7.55, High/Low: 6/9
What They're Saying: " I am still relatively uncertain about John Groce's squad. They've done what they need to in their first four games. However, they won't see any real competition until the Big Ten/ACC challenge when they play Georgia Tech. Even that game doesn't seem to be much of a test. The real test for the Illini comes against Oregon on December 14th. Then we will see if the Illini are a contender or if there are quacks in the armor (excuse my bad pun)." –Lucas Corley
"Still reeling from the Cliff Alexander incident (http://deadspin.com/cliff-alexander-fakes-out-illinois-commits-to-kansas-i-1465434880), the Fighting Illini are going to have to make some noise in conference play if they want a chance at competing in the Chicago recruiting game." –Matthew Dlugie
8. Minnesota Golden Gophers, 4-0, Average: 7.66, High/Low: 7/9
What They're Saying: "This is a team that is always hard to predict. Andre Hollins is playing out of his mind, and has a chance to do big things this season. Their first true test will come next week when they play Syracuse." –Andrew Vailliencourt
"Don't overlook the importance of the Golden Gophers win over Richmond. I don't usually like to compare teams based on wins, but the Spiders did defeat Belmont who recently upset UNC. Richmond also tends to field a good team so this is a good win for Richard Pitino and Minnesota. I can't wait to see how the Gophers play Syracuse at home on November 25. The downfall off the Gophers may be their lack of road experience come Big Ten play. Their game against Richmond is their only on the road until January 8 against Penn State." –Lucas Corley
9. Purdue Boilermakers, 4-0, Average: 9, High/Low: 7/10
What They're Saying: "Of Purdue's three wins this season, two have come by four points or less. A narrow one-point escape over Northern Kentucky in the season opener and more recently a four point win against Rider. The Boilers are struggling, but once the find a groove they could be dangerous. A.J. Hammons has just come back from suspension, Terone and Ronnie Johnson look much improved, and a few graduate seniors that have transferred in make Purdue a team to keep your eye on as we get further into the season." –Lucas Corley
"At least they are better than their football team." –Matthew Dlugie
10. Nebraska Cornhuskers, 3-0, Average: 10.11, High/Low: 9/12
What They're Saying: "The Cornhuskers took the slipper off of Cinderella's foot with their win over last year's NCAA surprise Florida Gulf Coast. The 79-55 win was the first in the new Pinnacle Bank Arena. Shavon Shields looks like he is ready to have a standout sophomore season as he is already averaging 17 points per game and shooting an astounding 90% from the line. If Nebraska can finish inside the top ten of the conference this year, I would consider their season a success. But, it is still early." –Lucas Corley
11. Penn State Nittany Lions, 2-1, Average: 10.66, High/Low: 10/11
What They're Saying: "Haven't done anything to this point, but just like they did last year, PSU could find a way to upset a team or two." –Matthew Dlugie
"As I said last week, rebounding will be and has been an issue for PSU. They are only out rebounding their opponents by a little over three boards a game. That won't cut it come conference play. A home loss to Bucknell seemed very Penn State-like to say the least, and despite having talented guards, this team seems destined for a long season." –Lucas Corley
12. Northwestern Wildcats, 1-2, Average: 11.88, High/Low: 11/12
What They're Saying: "Northwestern has never made the NCAA Tournament. Northwestern hasn't finished in the top four of the Big Ten or had a winning record in conference play in the last 45 years. Don't expect any of these things to happen this year." –Kevin Hyland
"Two bad losses puts them easily at the bottom of the conference. You can understand a loss to Stanford, but Illinois State? C'mon." –Andrew Vailliencourt
The Big Ten Power Rankings consist of WIUX personalities Sam Rumpza, Tori Ziege, Kevin Hyland, Andy Wittry, Lucas Corley, Matt Dlugie, Ethan Gaba, Andrew Vailliencourt, and Kevin Schaefer.
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'Ant-Man' Director Peyton Reed in Talks to Return for Sequel
Marvel's "Ant-Man and the Wasp" expected to hit theaters in 2018
Matt Donnelly | October 21, 2015 @ 4:46 PM
"Ant-Man" director Peyton Reed is coming back to the picnic — as the director is in talks to return for Marvel's planned sequel to the Paul Rudd hit, an individual close to negotiations told TheWrap.
The sequel title, "Ant-Man and the Wasp," was announced in early October — with the eponymous Wasp referring to Evangeline Lilly's character from the first film. A rep for Marvel had no comment.
The extra small hero's release date takes the spot Disney — Marvel's owner — previously gave "The Black Panther," which is now set for a wide release on Feb. 16, 2018.
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"Ant-Man" had a nearly $180 million domestic haul, and co-starred Michael Douglas, Corey Stoll, Bobby Cannavale and Judy Greer.
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"Howard the Duck" (1986) - In this Marvel-meets-George-Lucas sci-fi comedy, a human-size duck is propelled to Earth from outer space as the result of a scientific mishap. Emphasis was placed on special effects and portraying Howard as a less cynical duck than that in the comic.
"The Punisher" (1989) - Dolph Lundgren donned a signature skull shirt for a violent adaptation of the story of vigilante Frank Castle, a.k.a The Punisher
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"Fantastic Four" (1994) - Legend has it that Roger Corman produced this low-budget adaptation so that a producer could retain the film rights to the comic. Though never released theatrically, it is available on YouTube.
"Generation X" (1996) - Hoping to capitalize on the popular "X-Men" animated series of the '90s, "Generation X" was a TV movie that aired on Fox about a school for the gifted run by Emma Frost and Banshee.
"Nick Fury: Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D." (1998) - David Hasselhoff donned Nick Fury's eye-patch long before Sam Jackson in this made-for-TV-movie that premiered on Fox.
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"Blade" (1998) - Wesley Snipes headlined as a half-man, half-vampire fighting against an evil bloodsucker intent on taking over the world
Marvel/New Line Cinema
"X-Men" (2000) - Hugh Jackman achieved international fame as Wolverine in the story of the famed Marvel superhero team
Marvel/Twentieth Century Fox
"Hulk" (2003) - Ang Lee's much maligned story of Bruce Banner (Eric Bana) as he struggles to control the raging monster within himself
Marvel/Universal Pictures
"Daredevil" (2003) - Ben Affleck earned plenty of scorn for his portrayal of the blind defender of Hell's Kitchen. Nevertheless, the film earned almost $180 million globally
Marvel/New Regency
"The Punisher" (2004) - Thomas Jane took over as Frank Castle in this ultra-violent vigilante tale that also starred John Travolta
Marvel/Lionsgate
"Elektra" (2005) - Jennifer Garner reprises her role as Elektra Natchios, an international assassin, in the spin-off from the more successful 2003 film, Daredevil.
"Man-Thing" (2005) - Marvel tried its hand at horror with the "Man-Thing," loosely based on Stan Lee's swamp monster comic from '71. It features a swamp-monster whose touch burns people who feel fear.
Lions Gate/Artisan Entertainment
"Ghost Rider" (2007) - Nicolas Cage and Eva Mendes starred in the story of a motorcycle daredevil (Cage) who sold his soul to the devil.
Marvel/Columbia Pictures
"Iron Man" (2008) - The movie that launched the MCU into the stratosphere starred Robert Downey Jr. as billionaire Tony Stark, a weapons manufacturerer who decides to defend the innocent who are caught in the path of the very weapons he once designed
Marvel/Paramount
"The Incredible Hulk" (2008) - Edward Norton took over the role of Dr. Bruce Banner in the setup to the eventual "Avengers" crossover
Marvel/Universal
"Captain America" (2011) - Chris Evans took up the red, white, and blue shield of the First Avenger as he fought against Hydra head Red Skull (Hugo Weaving)
"Thor" (2011) - Chris Hemsworth played the hammer-wielding god of thunder as he battles his brother, Loki (Tom Hiddleston), for control of the mythical realm of Asgard
"The Avengers" (2012) - The superhero team assembled for this blockbuster as they fought to prevent an alien invasion of Earth. Mark Ruffalo took over the role of Bruce Banner from Edward Norton
"Guardians of the Galaxy" (2014) - Chris Pratt proved himself to be an action superstar as Peter "Star-Lord" Quill in this intergalactic sensation that grossed almost $775 million
"Avengers: Age of Ultron" (2015) - The Avengers assemble once again as they try to stop Ultron, an A.I. built by Tony Stark that wants to destroy humanity
"Ant-Man" (2015) Paul Rudd plays a thief just out of prison who stumbles on a suit that shrinks him to microscopic size -- all the better to prevent Corey Stoll's evil executive from using the same technology for warfare.
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Warner Bros wants to play 'Dungeons & Dragons' with David Leslie Johnson
by: Drew McWeeny May 7, 2013
This news makes me happy for a lot of reasons.
First, I'm a firm believer that the right imagination can make something great of the overall "Dungeons & Dragons" property, and I think David Leslie Johson is a wicked smart guy and a fun writer. They're using a script of his called "Chainmail" that they bought last year and they're turning that into the foundation for the "D&D" film. Roy Lee and Courtney Solomon are producing for Warner, which is interesting. Solomon directed the terrible New Line "Dungeons & Dragons" movie back in 2000, and it's interesting to see how far genre fare has come since that release.
At the time, it made sense to try to sneak a much lower-budget fantasy movie in before "Lord Of The Rings" got off the ground to try to make some quick money off of a potential audience. If you're going to take a run at this kind of IP today, you have to take it seriously. There is way too much competition for that dollar, and at this point, if you half-ass it, the audience is going to see you coming. The reasons for each of these major franchises connecting or failing may be different in the small details, but in the broad sense, it's very simple. Either people connect, or they don't. If they do, they will become your best friends, carrying the word to everyone they deal with, actively finding ways to prolong their interaction with the property. And if they don't, then it's over. Done. They'll just move on to find something that does.
It also makes me happy because the script that put David Leslie Johnson onto the radar of a lot of people in Hollywood was his "Doc Savage" adaptation, which I liked a lot. I'm sure, no matter what else he's doing or how well it's going, it's got to sting a little to see an announcement today about someone else making "Doc Savage." It's not his to own, though, so I'm sure he's made peace with it. Still, it's got to assuage that sting to be able to announce something this big on the same day.
Warner is creating some interesting parallel projects these days. "Pacific Rim" this summer and "Godzilla" next summer means they're betting a fair amount of money on the universal appeal of giant monsters smashing things, and if they're still serious about doing "World Of Warcraft" with Legendary, then "Dungeons & Dragons" is arguably covering the same ground. Even more interesting, the "Godzilla"/"Pacific Rim" situation is Warner Bros in partnership with Legendary Pictures on both films, which "World Of Warcraft" is Legendary while "D&D" is Roy Lee, one of the two producers who just left "Godzilla" amidst lawsuits and some fairly public disagreement over the development of the film. That feels more like a head to head situation where two films are being developed, targeted at the exact same fans, and we'll see what ultimately happens with the studio and whether they greenlight both or neither or which one.
If you don't know "Dungeons & Dragons" well, or if you know it very well, can I recommend a podcast for you? It's called "Nerd Poker," and it's available via iTunes. It's an ongoing game of "Dungeons & Dragons" as played by comedian Brian Posehn and his very funny friends, and it is a tremendous pleasure from week to week.
Right now, it sounds like Warner and the producers and Johnson are all working on the script and looking for a director, and until there's more news, that's all we know for sure about "Dungeons & Dragons."
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WHEAT CULTURE
Clinton P. Hartmann
WHEAT CULTURE. Wheat for grain is one of the state's most valuable cash crops, usually exceeded in value only by cotton lint, sorghum, and rice. Wheat pastures also provide considerable winter grazing for cattle. Wheat was first grown commercially in Texas near Sherman about 1833. The acreage expanded greatly in North Central and East Texas after 1850 due to the rapid settlement of the state and the introduction of the Mediterranean strain of wheat. In 1850 the wheat crop was less than 50,000 bushels, but by 1867 it reached 6,000,000 bushels with a market value of a dollar a bushel. At that time the crop was transported to market on ox wagons. Some planting was done by grain drills, and reaping machines were being used on most farms. Threshers could thresh and clean from 150 to 300 bushels a day. A major family-flour industry developed in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Sherman area between 1875 and 1900. In 1879 about 104,000 acres of wheat produced 1,224,000 bushels. In 1903 acreage had increased to 1,483,595 acres with a yield of 19,880,175 bushels. The 1930 crop from 3,457,000 acres was valued at $115,394,000.
The wheat industry in the state developed rapidly from 1920 to 1950 due to the introduction of new types of wheat, improved farm machinery, general agricultural expansion, the rise of wheat prices, and the decrease in cost of production. The top wheat-producing counties in 1950 were Ochiltree, Hansford, Deaf Smith, and Sherman. The leading varieties of wheat grown were Westar, Commanche, Wichita, Triumph, and Tenmarq. Throughout the 1950s wheat was almost totally a cash crop. Although it declined in importance as a food grain during this period, it still ranked third in crop value. In 1954, a crop of 30,894,000 bushels valued at over $67 million was produced on over 3,000,000 acres. Almost all Texas wheat grown during this time period was of the hard red winter class and grown primarily on the High Plains. One of the worst droughts in Texas history began in the winter of 1950 and continued throughout the decade. In 1955 a combination of extreme drought and infestation reduced the annual yield of wheat to only 14,326,000 bushels. Yields increased during the late 1950s, however, and the annual production for the period from 1954 to 1958 totaled 36,000,000 bushels. Texas wheat found a good market in the Northeast and was transported to that area by coastal shipping.
In 1961 Texas wheat acreage yielded 86,956,000 bushels, the third largest crop on record. In 1968 the crop of 84,150,000 bushels raised on 3,825,000 acres was valued at $106,029,000. The size and value of the crop decreased in 1969 and 1970, when a total of 54,408,000 bushels valued at $70,730,000 was harvested from 2,267,000 acres. Leading wheat-producing counties in the late 1960s and early 1970s were Carson, Castro, Deaf Smith, Floyd, Hansford, Hartley, Moore, Ochiltree, Parmer, Swisher, Sherman, and Wilbarger. Amarillo, Plainview, Lubbock, and Wichita Falls, as well as the Dallas-Fort Worth area, were the centers for more than seven large flour mills in the state. By the late 1970s more than half of the state acreage was being grown on the High Plains, and about half was irrigated. Most of the state's wheat during this time was of the hard red winter class. There was also some expansion of acreage in South Texas due to the development of varieties with improved disease resistance and the use of wheat for winter pasture there. In 1978 a total of 5.7 million acres was planted, and 2.7 million acres was harvested. The yield was twenty bushels per acre, for a total production of 54,000,000 bushels valued at $156,600,000. That year wheat ranked seventh in value out of all crops produced in the state.
Many farmers plant in September, graze and fatten their stock on the green wheat, and market their cattle in the later winter months. This allows the wheat to mature for harvest in June. Wheat is mechanically planted, cultivated, and harvested. Almost all wheat harvested for grain is used in some phase of the milling industry. The better quality hard red winter wheat is used in the production of commercial bakery flour. Lower grades and varieties of soft red winter wheat are used in family flours. Byproducts of milled wheat are used for feed. Though there has been a shift in the type of wheat planted in Texas since 1979, hard red winter wheat still predominates. In 1990 it comprised about 93 percent of the planted acreage. In 1982 Texas ranked fifth in the nation in wheat production. In 1990 wheat was planted on 6.7 million acres and harvested from 4.2 million acres. The yield of 31 bushels per acre produced 130.2 million bushels and sold for $358,050,000. Leading wheat producing counties in 1990 were Ochiltree, Wilbarger, Swisher, Hansford, Deaf Smith, Dallam, Randall, and Castro.
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Santa Cruz's two water tanks, which date back to the 50s, have decayed with age. Contractors pulled out the tanks, which lay discarded at the edge of the well's site, but while they wait to get the system online, residents have been relying on a much smaller, temporary plastic tanks that only allow enough water to flush toilets and run air conditioners. Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
On a map, the 450-person town of Santa Cruz looks like a small puzzle piece dejected from the city of Española, and residents say it is best defined by the boundaries between the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery to the north and Holy Cross Catholic Church down El Llano road to the south. Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
A boil order notice hangs on the refrigerator at Mary Sanchez's house, informing Santa Cruz residents to boil tap water before they cook or drink it. It says residents should have clean water by October.
Eloy Jacquez, 67, lives down the road from the Santa Cruz well. He grew up drinking the water in Santa Cruz and raised his family in the small community. But they didn't know the water had double the legal limit of uranium until recently.
Geraldine Jacquez, 35, was cooking dinner at her father's home in Santa Cruz. She said the water conditions have been difficult, forcing her to shower at her uncle's house. "It is hard," she said. "I am just scared that we don't sick with the water." Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
Eloy Jacquez, 67, checks to see if there is water in the kitchen faucet. It had been shut off that day, so they filled two bowls with water to do the dishes from dinner. The process to install a new system has left the community on water rations. Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
John Marquez, president of the Santa Cruz Water Association for the last 8 years, a job he said, "Nobody else wanted. I just volunteered by helping to try get all this stuff taken care of." Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
Work on Santa Cruz's new water system began in November. So far, the association has drilled a new well and bought a modern water tank, below, and a state-of-the-art uranium filtration system. The expanded system also will serve the nearby community of El Llano.
"That's what the majority of the United States' infrastructure actually is," said Dennis Trujillo, with III-D General Contracting Inc., which has been working with Santa Cruz since 2008. A lot of the company's work has been at no cost to the water system. Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
Between the orange cones guard Santa Cruz's newly drilled well, drilled with state Capital Outlay funded granted in 2014 to replace wells that date back to the 1950s, one of which had caved in. Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
Santa Cruz used a capital outlay grant to pay for a uranium filtration system, which monitors how much uranium is in the water and draws it out to safe levels. The water currently has twice the legal limit of naturally occurring uranium in the water. The filters are expected to last five to seven years and the company, WRT, comes to collect the uranium build up from the site. Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
The pipes in Santa Cruz have grown gnarled with rust, tangled with tree roots and caked with sediment from decades of highly metallic water running through them. Rebecca Moss/The New Mexican
Small New Mexico communities struggle to deliver water free of uranium and other toxins
Story and photos by Rebecca Moss | The New Mexican
• To search the Environmental Working Group's database of water systems, go to www.ewg.org/tapwater/
• The New Mexico Environment Department also has a searchable online drinking water database that Allison Majure, the spokeswoman for the department, said generally is current within a week. It can be found at: dww.water.net.env.nm.gov/NMDWW/
SANTA CRUZ — Eloy Jacquez lives in the house his parents built on Los Lujans Road in 1948. There was no water in Santa Cruz then. The family waited several more years before the first well was drilled just up the street, next to land used as an informal waste dump. Old cars were left to rust. Large shards of plastic and clothing are still embedded in the uneven dirt road. The tiny community in northern Santa Fe County wouldn't learn until decades later that the water it had tapped 180 feet below ground was pulled from bedrock rich with uranium.
Jacquez, 67, said he grew up drinking from the tap and raised his eight children here, who did, too. They didn't know about the risks.
The state began sending letters to Santa Cruz in 2002, informing its 450 residents that there was a slew of dangerous contaminants in the drinking water at levels that exceeded state and federal limits. Among the pollutants was the naturally occurring uranium, a radioactive metal that can cause cancer and kidney failure.
Since then, uranium has been reported consistently in Santa Cruz's water supply, sometimes at more than double the legal limit set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and adopted by the state. Alpha emitters — measures of radioactive decay from uranium and radium — have been recorded at nearly three times the legal limit.
Santa Cruz has had more drinking-water violations than there are people in the community. Between 2004 and 2016, the New Mexico Environment Department issued notices of 548 violations, according to state records analyzed by The New Mexican. Most of the problems were documented after 2010.
"We've been struggling with water for a long, long time," Jacquez said. "Without water, you don't function around here."
Santa Cruz's drinking water has one of the highest concentrations of uranium in the nation, records show. But it's not the only water system in the state struggling with contamination. According to a new report by a nonprofit advocacy group, more than 80 percent of New Mexicans have radioactive metals and toxic chemicals in their water at levels that may pose health risks, and tens of thousands of state residents — including many in Santa Fe County — rely on water with contaminants at levels that exceed state and federal standards.
Hundreds of these water systems, like the one in Santa Cruz, are small, rural, poorly funded operations serving low-income people. Bill Conner, president of the New Mexico Rural Water Association, said the systems can't afford to upgrade aging infrastructure and improve water quality on their own, and it can take years for them to get grants, loans or capital outlay funding from the state Legislature.
Water infrastructure needs across the state are estimated to exceed $1 billion, he said.
Santa Cruz, where the average personal income is less than $9,500 annually and the poverty rate is 57 percent, was finally awarded state funding in 2014, after five years of requesting the aid. A new water system is well underway and expected to begin supplying about 30 households with clean water within a month, but $1 million is still needed to get the rest of the community connected.
Meanwhile, as the state Environment Department issues warnings to water systems in violation of water standards, many communities, like Santa Cruz, are left with unsafe drinking water for long periods of time.
State data show that more than 1,100 water systems in New Mexico, including those serving individual schools and businesses, were issued violation notices from the state between 2004 and 2016, averaging 50 per system — though many had more than 200 in that period.
Environment Department spokeswoman Allison Majure did not answer questions from The New Mexican about how the state enforces its drinking water regulations after systems have been notified about violations. Records show the department has never levied fines against the Santa Cruz Water Association.
However, the department has issued fines and taken action against other water systems and companies in the state for drinking-water law violations. In 2016, it issued a $162,000 fine to the Morningstar Water Supply in the Animas Valley for 28 violations, including inaccurate reporting of water data. It also fined the Harvest Gold Water System in San Juan County for $676,000.
After well production problems left about 2,000 Questa residents without water for a month last year, the Environment Department worked closely with the community to ensure a new well was drilled to meet safety standards. Environment Secretary Butch Tongate said in a statement at the time, "This is an important reminder for all public water systems to monitor their drinking water supplies continuously and closely."
Decades behind the science?
Last week's report by the Environmental Working Group, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit, found millions of Americans are drinking water that might be unsafe for consumption. The group compiled data from each state and the Environmental Protection Agency to assess more than 250 contaminants in 50,000 public drinking-water systems across the nation. The nonprofit analyzed the data, largely using health guidelines set by the state of California — a more rigorous measure than standards set by the EPA, which regulates just over 90 contaminants.
The analysis showed that 1.7 million people in New Mexico, out of a population of nearly 2.1 million, have concentrations of uranium in their drinking water that exceed the guidelines, set at about 0.64 parts per billion, compared to the less stringent EPA and New Mexico standard of 30 parts per billion. Uranium increasingly has shown up in drinking water systems throughout the Southwest.
In a 2013 news release, the state Environment Department said at least 200 private and public wells contain uranium above legal levels, but said the state does not have the resources to tests wells for uranium by request. Under state and federal laws, water systems are required to monitor their own water quality.
According to the new report, more than 1 million New Mexico water users also have levels of radium-228, hexavalent chromium, chloroform and other disinfectant chemicals in their supply that are above California's safety measures. Many of these chemicals are linked to higher risks of cancer, organ failure, reproductive issues and delayed fetal development, according to the National Institutes of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the EPA.
The report says 43,000 New Mexico residents have levels of naturally occurring arsenic in their water supply that exceed state and EPA limits, including 10,400 residents who rely on the city of Española's water system. Arsenic, a carcinogenic metalloid, can harm brain function, damage skin and increase the risk of stroke. Some experts say it is not safe to consume at any level.
Thirty small water systems in New Mexico were out of compliance with federal and state drinking water standards between January and March, the report says, including in Tijeras, Taos and Ojo Caliente, and 17 large water utilities, including in Rio Rancho and Las Cruces, had at least one federal violation in the first quarter of the year.
In Santa Fe County, the Agua Fría Water Association, serving 650 people, has had federal lead and copper violations dating back to 2005. Cañada de Los Alamos, a mutual domestic water system serving 70 residents, has exceeded state and federal limits for uranium and coliform bacteria, requiring residents to boil their water. The Chupadero Mutual Domestic Water Consumers Association, supplying water to 160 people near Tesuque, has had illegal levels of nitrate and fluoride, while the Greater Glorieta Regional Mutual Domestic, with 120 customers, has had issues with E. coli and radium.
"We are extremely concerned that our drinking-water infrastructure, and the regulation of drinking-water contaminants, have been severely neglected," said David Andrews, a senior scientist with the Environmental Working Group.
The organization, which has faced scrutiny for using standards that some critics call too strict, compared contaminant levels to California's health guidelines because they are some of the strongest drinking-water measures in the nation, Andrews said. California developed the standards by only considering human health, he said. It didn't weigh the costs to clean drinking water or concerns raised by industry groups, as the EPA does.
The federal Safe Drinking Water Act, first approved in 1974 and amended in 1986 and 1996, regulates water systems that supply more than 25 people, as well as drinking-water sources. Many of its regulations must be reviewed every six years.
"We are currently in a situation where the EPA is decades behind the science in terms of setting protective drinking-water limits," Andrews said.
This is in part because chemicals used to disinfect water have been linked to health concerns but have not been regulated or even studied extensively by the EPA, he said.
Such chemicals can cause other problems, as well. For instance, New Mexico officials warned the city of Artesia last week that chlorine used to flush its water system, tainted with E. coli, could leach dangerous levels of lead and copper into the water, according to the Carlsbad Current-Argus.
Toxins that remain unregulated
Santa Fe's water system, which serves 78,000 residents, is in compliance with state and federal standards, but the Environmental Working Group found that city water contains eight cancer-causing contaminants at levels above California's health guidelines, including radiological pollutants and hexavalent chromium.
Chloroform in city water, at 25.2 parts per billion, is double the national average and more than four times higher than the state average. That chemical, a byproduct of chlorine used to disinfect water, can increase the risk of bladder and colon cancers, kidney and liver disease, and nervous system disorders, such as depression, according to the Centers for Disease Control and the EPA.
Alex Puglisi, an environmental compliance officer for the city, said the city has followed federal rules for chloroform and other chemicals by monitoring levels and reporting results. "Those reports were turned in. We did what we were supposed to do," he said.
To analyze Santa Fe's water quality using California's standards "is a little bit out there," he said, referring to the Environmental Working Group's report, "because California does not set a standard for the nation."
Jeffrey Griffiths, a professor of public health and community medicine at Tufts University in Massachusetts, who was not involved in the Environmental Working Group study, said the EPA often doesn't have enough resources to study the effect of a chemical on human health, and the agency can be influenced by powerful chemical industry groups.
Griffiths spent four years as the chairman of the Drinking Water Committee for the EPA's Science Advisory Board and was a member of the National Drinking Water Advisory Council when the EPA reassessed its standards for how much arsenic should be considered safe in drinking water.
His committee told the EPA "there is no safe amount of arsenic" in water. The agency said it thought 5 parts per billion was an appropriate level, Griffiths said, but after industry groups weighed in, the level was set at 10 ppb in 2011. The limit previously had been set at 30 parts per billion.
"This is a sordid story," Griffiths said.
Española has had at least 13 ppb of arsenic in its water since 2011, according to data in the new report. "I would take those [levels] as pretty serious," he said. "If I was a person supplied by that water, I would not be drinking it."
The Española water system — which has the sixth-highest concentration of uranium and third-highest concentration of arsenic in the U.S. for utilities serving more than 10,000 people — was notified of 575 drinking-water violations by the New Mexico Environment Department between 2004 and 2016, records show.
Consumers aren't quick to hold water utilities accountable for a problem they can't see, Griffiths said. "What people complain about to water utilities isn't that there is some chemical that is 20 percent above the regulated number," he said. "They complain if it tastes bad or it looks funny."
This was the case in Santa Cruz.
'Third World conditions in our own backyard'
Residents in Santa Cruz have been told on and off for several years now to boil their water to kill bacteria, and to drink bottled water — because boiling won't eliminate uranium and other chemicals.
Sometimes, Jacquez said, they run out of bottled water, so they drink from their faucets.
"The water tastes real good to me," he said.
A few streets away, lifelong Santa Cruz resident Flora Chavez, 68, said she began drinking and cooking only with bottled water when she learned about the water problems.
"It's been very hard," she said. "They didn't tell us nothing about what was wrong with the water," and now, she said, she worries "that the small children are going to get sick — or the elderly."
During a three-year period, between 2013 and 2016, the water association failed to remedy problems and didn't notify residents that their water was unsafe, according to a report the association released in June.
The Santa Cruz system has recorded between 55 and 63 ppb of uranium for the last two years, double the EPA standard of 30 ppb. The contamination is largely the result of natural deposits in the granite and sandstone beds of the Española basin.
A 2011 study by the New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources and Los Alamos National Laboratory, which assessed the area's mining potential for weapons-grade uranium, found some wells in the region had as much as 1,820 ppb of uranium.
John Marquez, president of the Santa Cruz Water Association for the past eight years, has been trying to fix the water problems for years. He said it's a job "nobody else wanted."
The volunteer-based association has followed the state's recommendations, he said. "So as long as we stay in compliance, we don't get fined."
That hasn't been as simple as filtering out contaminants. The pipes and water tanks have grown gnarled with rust, tangled with tree roots and caked with sediment from decades of highly metallic water running through them. Rust wore holes in the bottoms of the community's two water tanks, and they had to be removed. Then one of two wells collapsed.
Pointing to one of the corroded, half-century-old pipes that had been removed from the ground, Dennise Trujillo, with III-D General Contracting Inc., a family business that has been working with Santa Cruz since 2008, said, "That's what the majority of the United States' infrastructure actually is."
In 2014, the water association brought one of its rusted pipes to Gov. Susana Martinez's office, and the state Legislature later approved $1.6 million in capital outlay funds to build an expanded new water system that also would serve the nearby community of El Llano.
The project broke ground in November. So far, the association has drilled a new well and bought a modern water tank and a state-of-the-art uranium filtration system. But the community still doesn't have clean water, and its supplies are low, with only enough water to flush toilets and run air conditioners.
"Talk about Third World conditions in our own backyard," said Dennise Trujillo's father, Dennis Trujillo, president of III-D.
Marquez doesn't believe the uranium in the community's water is a major concern. "The long-term effects of any of this uranium would be in 70 or 80 years," he said. "It's not that high. If it was high, they would make us shut it down."
Jacquez, standing on his front porch, also said he hasn't been too bothered by the water problems and is happy with the new system that's in the works. "I think it will be really good for the community," he said.
A storm was coming in that night, but Jacquez was looking forward to going to a water meeting. For the past two weeks, he had been stuck at home, recovering from a bladder infection that had put him in the hospital for four days and left him on a long course of antibiotics.
"I don't think that has anything to do with the water," he said.
Contact Rebecca Moss at 505-986-3011 or rmoss@sfnewmexican.com.
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You love attending Red Raiders games—there is nothing you would rather do. When you receive a call, make sure everyone around you knows your true feelings by displaying this Texas Tech iPhone 5 hard case. This snap-on case features debossed TTU graphics and a team color stripe, as well as access to the phone's ports and controls. No matter where you go, always have your team spirit within a hands reach.


Bring the family for a fun morning of an egg hunt, games and sidewalk chalk contest. The egg hunt is geared toward children NB to 4th grade. We encourage older siblings and friends to help the younger children! In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the school gym. Don't forget to bring your baskets!
Join the interfaith community of the Hillcrest area to pray for our nation. The prayer service will take place at the Lyndhurst Community Presbyterian Church, 5312 Mayfield Road (across from the municipal complex).
Food, beverages, and rides. Casino in the Eymard Room beginning at 6:00 p.m. Live music by Ricky & the Rockets at 8:00 p.m.
Food, beverages, and rides Casino in the Eymard Room beginning at 5:00 pm. Live music by The Pop Tarts at 5:15 p.m. Live music by Disco Inferno at 8:00 p.m.
Outdoor Mass at Noon. Food, beverages, and rides. Live music by the Cleveland Bluegrass Orchestra at 2:00 p.m. Euclid Beach Rocket Car at 3:00 p.m.; Kids games, face painting, and scavenger hunt; Senior Bingo at 3:30 p.m.; raffle drawings at 5:30 p.m.


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FAQ: Why The Legal Drinking Age Should Be Raised?
1 Why should the legal age of drinking be raised to 21?
2 Why should the legal drinking age be 25?
3 Why should the drinking age not be lowered?
6 Is it legal for a 16 year old to drink?
7 Why is the drinking age 21 and not 25?
9 What would happen if we lowered the drinking age to 18?
11 Will the drinking age ever change?
12 What is Japan's drinking age?
Why should the legal age of drinking be raised to 21?
The professors said evidence from the US and Canada suggested lifting the drinking age to 21 decreased rates of alcohol-related harm. Less challenging options included raising the legal purchasing age to 19 or 20, restricting the amount and types of alcohol young people could purchase or banning use in public places.
Why should the legal drinking age be 25?
Many in support of raising the drinking age, say it should be raised to 25 based on a person's lack of physical maturity, brain and nervous system continued development, and the impact drugs and alcohol has on the body prior to the age of 25.
Why should the drinking age not be lowered?
The drinking age shouldn't be lowered because of three very real risks: drunk driving, alcohol poisoning, and violent and/or destructive behavior. Above: Every 12 minutes, another person dies in a car accident. Drunk driving is a blight on our civilization. After age 25, the drunk driving rates decrease.
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Is it legal for a 16 year old to drink?
However, if you're 16 or 17 and accompanied by an adult, you can drink (but not buy) beer, wine or cider with a meal. If you're 16 or under, you may be able to go to a pub or premises that's primarily used to sell alcohol if you're accompanied by an adult. It's illegal to give alcohol to children under 5.
Why is the drinking age 21 and not 25?
The drinking age was raised back to 21 over federal highway funding. In 1984, the National Minimum Drinking Age Act passed, which stated federal highway funds would be withheld from U.S. states that failed to set the minimum legal drinking age back at 21. By 1988, all the states had adopted the age minimum.
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What would happen if we lowered the drinking age to 18?
Lowering MLDA from 21 to 18 would diminish the thrill of breaking the law to get a drink. Normalizing alcohol consumption as something done responsibly in moderation will make drinking alcohol less of a taboo for young adults entering college and the…
Will the drinking age ever change?
Twelve states kept their purchase ages at 21 since repeal of Prohibition and never changed them. In 1984, Congress passed the National Minimum Drinking Age Act, which required states to raise their ages for purchase and public possession to 21 by October 1986 or lose 10% of their federal highway funds.
What is Japan's drinking age?
The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. While this age differs from country by country, as long as you're over 20 years of age, you're free to drink in Japan. (Just be sure to bring your passport with you for ID.) As in many other countries, people under the legal age of 20 also cannot purchase alcohol.


Ralph Vonnegut, Jr. grew up in Indianapolis and attended Shortridge High School. As a young man he earned the rank of Eagle Scout and spent his summers at Lake Maxinkuckee in Culver, Indiana.Mr. Vonnegut was a graduate of Wabash College and went on to a career as a farmer and stockbroker. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed nature, sailing, and kayaking and was a voracious reader.
With a love of Lake Maxinkuckee in his heart, Ralph eventually returned to the Lake as a full time resident and named Marshall County Community Foundation as the beneficiary of a Charitable Remainder Unitrust. After he passed, his family expressed their wish to see these assets reflect his love of the area by providing benefit to Lake Maxinkuckee. The Ralph C. Vonnegut, Jr. Fund was established in 2007 with an endowment fund of $400,000. Every year, grants are awarded to environmental, educational, or recreational projects directly related to Lake Maxinkuckee.
A Charitable Remainder Trust provides the most flexibility and potentially the greatest tax savings of all the Community Foundation's planned giving options.
An annuity trust pays a fixed dollar amount each year, equal to at least 5% of the value of the assets placed in trust. $100,000 placed in trust will generate $5,000 in annual income, regardless of market conditions.
A unitrust pays a set percentage (at least 5%) of the value of the trust's assets as recalculated each year. Payment amounts will increase or decrease with the annual market value of the trust's assets.


Three separate projects in mid-outer Portland are shaping up to lead the change in how we view our big roads. These are all in the early stage of development, and offer great opportunities to rally for bold change before complacency and convenience takes hold of the planning processes.
2013 could be the year we take back our streets one lane at a time, but it's not going to be easy. Road diets are commonly faced with opposition from local residents during the planning stage, only to be turned to satisfaction and appreciation of the treatments after they are installed. Advocates and supporters of livable streets will need to show up and be heard if these are going to overcome the scepticism.
Where – SE Works (7916 SE Foster Road, Suite 104) (TriMet bus line 14 or bus line 72).
Why – The update to the 2003 Foster Road Transportation and Streetscape Plan promises to explore options for reconfiguring the cross section to better accommodate bicyclists, pedestrians and future transit streetcar.
Why – Portland Bureau of Transportation wants feedback from the neighborhood on safety options for Division.
PBOT will present some alternatives for making SE Division between 60th and 82nd safer for pedestrians, bikes, and autos. One option is what is called a "road diet". This option would involve repainting the street with three lanes (one each direction and a left turn lane), bike lanes on each side and possibly bus turn outs. With this option pedestrian islands would be possible at crosswalks (68th and at least one new crosswalk at 64th).
Where – Madison High parking lot, 2735 N.E. 82nd Ave.
Why – Central Northeast Neighbors is hosting a walking tour of existing conditions and future considerations for the NE 82ndAvenue of Roses. The Bureau of Planning and SustainabilityNE District Planner will work with us along with other experts in the field to present current information. We will discuss opportunities and constraints around land use, transportation, zoning and livability of key sites along NE 82nd.
Where – Montavilla Methodist Church – 232 SE 80th.
Why – To learn about the process needed to transfer jurisdiction of 82nd Avenue from ODOT to the City of Portland. Sponsored by the Montavilla Neighborhood Association and the 82nd Avenue Business Association. Panel will include Tom Miller, Portland's Director of Transportation, State Senator Jackie Dingfelder, and Shelli Romero of ODOT.
This entry was posted in News on September 17, 2012 by Nick.
Last week AASHTO quietly released their update to the 13 year old 'guide to the development of bike faculties.' If you have $144 to throw away, you can buy it here.
NACTO itself identified the lack of protected bikeway designs as a critical oversight in the AASHTO guide.
The NACTO guide will be releasing their update in the coming months, expanding and improving on past guidance, and including a new section dedicated to designing Bicycle Boulevards.
This entry was posted in News on June 19, 2012 by Nick.
Portland Public Shools is about to make a decision about whether or not to a fire damaged school in SE Portland. Do they rebuild the current location, or, do they move the school to a currently vacant school a mile farther northwest?
Congratulations to the PPS school board for recognizing the importance of urban design and context in the decision of parents to let their children walk to school.
Marysville is a small-scale building nestled within a tight knit walkable neighborhood, with a structure that interacts with the surrounding community on all sides. Kellogg is a much larger-scale building, setback from the street and surrounded by a sea of parking and lawn, not to mention, it's location on Powell blvd. Many of the students would be unlikely to walk across such a hostile street to get to school.
This entry was posted in News on October 18, 2011 by Nick.