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Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Boston suspect's defense team gets major boost
FILE - In this April 26, 2013 file photo, Judy Clarke, a defense lawyer whose high-profile clients include "Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski, Olympic bomber Eric Rudolph, and Tucson shooter Jared Lee Loughner, speaks at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. Clarke was appointed Monday, April 29, 2013 to the team representing Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File)
FILE - In this April 26, 2013 file photo, Judy Clarke, a defense lawyer whose high-profile clients include "Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski, Olympic bomber Eric Rudolph, and Tucson shooter Jared Lee Loughner, speaks at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. Clarke was appointed Monday, April 29, 2013 to the team representing Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File)
This Friday, April 19, 2013 photo shows the home of Katherine Russell's parents in North Kingstown, R.I. Russell, widow of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev, has been staying there. FBI agents visited the home Monday, April 29, 2013, and carried away several bags. (AP Photo/Joe Giblin)
Katherine Russell, right, wife of Boston Marathon bomber suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev, leaves the law office of DeLuca and Weizenbaum with Amato DeLuca, left, Monday, April 29, 2013, in Providence, R.I. (AP Photo/Stew Milne)
FILE - This file photo provided Friday, April 19, 2013 by the Federal Bureau of Investigation shows Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. Tsarnaev's legal defense is in the hands of Miriam Conrad, the chief federal public defender for Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Conrad has asked a judge to appoint two additional lawyers with experience in death penalty cases. (AP Photo/Federal Bureau of Investigation, File)
BOSTON (AP) ? The defense team representing the Boston Marathon bombing suspect got a major boost Monday with the addition of Judy Clarke, a San Diego lawyer who has managed to get life sentences instead of the death penalty for several high-profile clients, including the Unabomber and the gunman in the rampage that injured former Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords.
Clarke's appointment was approved Monday by U.S. Magistrate Judge Marianne Bowler.
Bowler denied, at least for now, a request from Miriam Conrad, the public defender of 19-year-old suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, to appoint a second death penalty lawyer ? David Bruck, a professor at Washington and Lee University School of Law.
Tsarnaev has been charged with using a weapon of mass destruction during the April 15 marathon. Three people were killed and more than 260 injured when two bombs exploded near the finish line.
The suspect's lawyers could renew their motion to appoint another death penalty expert if he is indicted, the judge said.
Clarke's clients have included the Unabomber, Ted Kaczynski; Susan Smith, who drowned her two children; Atlanta Olympics bomber Eric Rudolph; and most recently Tucson, Ariz., shooter Jared Loughner. All received life sentences instead of the death penalty.
Clarke has rarely spoken publicly about her work and did not return a call seeking comment Monday. However, at a speech Friday at a legal conference in Los Angeles, she talked about how she had been "sucked into the black hole, the vortex" of death penalty cases 18 years ago when she represented Smith.
"I got a dose of understanding human behavior, and I learned what the death penalty does to us," she said. "I don't think it's a secret that I oppose the death penalty."
Bruck has directed Washington and Lee's death penalty defense clinic, the Virginia Capital Case Clearinghouse, since 2004.
In other developments in the Boston case:
? FBI agents visited the Rhode Island home of the in-laws of the suspect's brother, Tamerlan Tsarnaev, and carried away several bags. The brother was killed in a gun battle with police.
Katherine Russell, Tsarnaev's widow, has been staying at the North Kingstown home and did not speak to reporters as she left her attorneys' office in Providence later in the day. Attorney Amato DeLuca says she's doing everything she can to assist with the investigation.
? President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed terrorism coordination Monday in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings. Obama expressed his "appreciation" for Russia's close cooperation after the attack.
The suspected bombers are Russian natives who immigrated to the Boston area. Russian authorities told U.S. officials before the bombings they had concerns about the family, but only revealed details of wiretapped conversations since the attack.
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AP Special Correspondent Linda Deutsch in Los Angeles contributed to this report.
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Sunday, April 7, 2013
Cuba culture official demoted after NY Times op-ed
HAVANA (AP) ? A leading Cuban cultural official said Friday that he has been demoted nearly two weeks after he published an opinion piece in the New York Times that criticized "blatant racism" on the island.
In a phone interview with The Associated Press in Havana, Roberto Zurbano refused to speculate on whether his demotion from publishing director at the influential, government-run Casa de las Americas cultural institute to a lesser role as an analyst was directly linked to the newspaper article, which was harshly criticized by official media.
Zurbano told AP he was angry over his interactions with the Times and accused the paper of "manipulations" of his copy, "inaccuracies in translation" and "ethical violations."
Specifically he complained about the title of the March 23 op-ed: "For Blacks in Cuba, the Revolution Hasn't Begun." Zurbano said his proposed title suggested rather that the revolution "has not finished."
He said there were other problems with the editing of his piece, but did not give specific instances. And he nonetheless insisted that there was nothing in the article that he wished to retract.
"I continue to think the same ideas. There is still much to discuss about racism," Zurbano said. "That is and will continue to be my battle within and outside of the Casa de las Americas, but always within the revolution."
The last part of that statement echoed Fidel Castro's long-ago admonition on what constitutes acceptable criticism: "Within the Revolution, everything; outside the Revolution, nothing."
Contacted by AP, the Times stood by its handling of the article.
"As is the case with all essays we run, we worked very hard to ensure that the wording in the piece was translated properly and accurately reflected the writer's point of view," spokeswoman Eileen Murphy said in a statement. "There were numerous versions of the piece sent back and forth and in the end, Mr. Zurbano, and our contact for him (who speaks fluent English), signed off on the final version.
"We knew that Mr. Zurbano was in a sensitive situation and we are saddened if he has indeed been fired or otherwise faced persecution because of this essay, but we stand by our translation and editing, which was entirely along normal channels," it concluded.
The Cuban government did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
In the Times essay, Zurbano had harsh words for island authorities' record on race and said that since Afro-Cubans continue to occupy the lower strata of Cuban society, they are least likely to benefit from social and economic reforms being pushed by President Raul Castro.
That surely touched a nerve in the Communist-run government, for which eliminating racism has long been a central tenet. Suggestions of racial inequality are highly sensitive, even if officials up to the president himself have acknowledged that problems remain.
"Raul Castro has recognized the persistence of racism and has been successful in some areas (there are more black teachers and representatives in the National Assembly), but much remains to be done to address the structural inequality and racial prejudice that continue to exclude Afro-Cubans from the benefits of liberalization," Zurbano wrote in his article.
In February, the National Assembly, or parliament, elected an Afro-Cuban president for the first time ever in Esteban Lazo, and officials point to a significant increase in the number of women and Afro-Cubans in leadership positions.
Zurbano told AP that his essay had been attacked by many and touched off "a discussion" about racism in Cuba and the piece itself.
La Jiribilla, Cuba's leading online cultural publication, published a series of critical pieces including one in which historian Silvio Castro accused Zurbano of being misinformed about race relations before the 1959 Cuban Revolution and said his essay appeared "in the wrong publication and with the wrong language."
Others defended Zurbano.
Noted singer-songwriter Silvio Rodriguez for one, called for "an airing of ideas" without "ganging up" on the author.
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Source: http://news.yahoo.com/cuba-culture-official-demoted-ny-times-op-ed-023634614.html
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Kristy Kemp, Breastfeeding Advocate, Outraged When Nursing Photos Were Removed From Facebook
Facebook's community standards explicitly state that it is acceptable to share breastfeeding photos on the social network, and yet another mom has found herself in hot water after uploading nursing images.
Kristy Kemp, who runs the support page Breastfeeding Mama Talk on Facebook, was locked out of her page after one of its 4,300 fans posted a photo of a toddler at the breast. The image was removed because it "'violated" Facebook policy, Fox40 reports.
After Kemp's 24-hour lock-out was over, she went ahead and posted a photo of a different mom feeding her baby and her 5-year-old at the same time. That photo, shown below, was also removed.
?It?s not right. I?m trying to do good for mothers and I?m getting kicked off for posting pictures of the most beautiful act a mother can do her for kid. It?s not right,? Kemp told Fox40.
Gina Crosley-Corcoran, who runs The Feminist Breeder and has been in a similar situation to Kemp, joined HuffPost Live yesterday to discuss the controversy around posting images of breastfeeding online . (In November, Crosley-Corcoran was banned from Facebook after her breastfeeding photo went viral.) The mother and advocate told HuffPost Live that it's important to normalize the sight of a mother feeding her child and to change the "cultural context" around breastfeeding.
But in February 2012, when Emma Kwasnica saw her photos removed from Facebook and staged a subsequent nurse-in to protest at their headquarters, Facebook sent the following statement to HuffPost via email to clarify their policy:
"We agree that breastfeeding is natural and we are very glad to know that it is important for mothers, including the many mothers who work at Facebook, to share their experience with others on the site. The vast majority of breastfeeding photos are compliant with our Statement of Rights and Responsibilities and Facebook takes no action on such content. However, photos which contain a fully exposed breast, do violate our terms and may be removed if they are reported to us. These policies are based on the same standards that apply to television and print media. It is important to note that photos upon which we act are almost exclusively brought to our attention by other users who complain about them being shared on Facebook."
In Kemp's case, representatives told Fox40 that "the removal was an error and the company apologizes." Kemp has gained access to her page, the news outlet reports.
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Friday, April 5, 2013
Facebook Home Program partners - HTC, Samsung, Sony, Huawei and others
Carriers, manufacturers and a chipmaker partner with Facebook
At today's press conference at its California HQ, Facebook announced that many of the mobile world's big names are already on-board with its Facebook Home Program, aimed to bring the social network's new "Home" suite of apps to phone buyers out of the box.
The list includes manufacturers like HTC, Samsung, Sony, Huawei, Alcatel, Lenovo, ZTE, chipmaker Qualcomm and mobile networks AT&T, Orange and EE.
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Thursday, April 4, 2013
Legendary Film Critic Roger Ebert's Cancer Returns, Takes 'Leave ...
Roger Ebert?s?devastating cancer has returned, forcing the legendary film critic to take what he calls a ?leave of presence? from his duties at the Chicago Sun-Times, where he has worked for exactly 46-years.
?The ?painful fracture? that made it difficult for me to walk has recently been revealed to be a cancer,? the beloved Ebert, 70, wrote in his online journal Tuesday. ?It is being treated with radiation, which has made it impossible for me to attend as many movies as I used to. I have been watching more of them on screener copies that the studios have been kind enough to send to me?
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?At this point in my life, in addition to writing about movies, I may write about what it?s like to cope with health challenges and the limitations they can force upon you. It really stinks that the cancer has returned and that I have spent too many days in the hospital. So on bad days I may write about the vulnerability that accompanies illness. On good days, I may wax ecstatic about a movie so good it transports me beyond illness,? the Chicago treasure added.
Ebert ? a Pulitzer Prize winner who became a household name co-hosting movie review shows with the late Chicago Tribune film critic Gene Siskel and later with columnist Richard Roeper?? was first diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2002 and cancerous growths in his salivary glands in 2003. Sadly, complications from the devastating disease and numerous surgeries left him without a lower jaw or the ability to eat or speak.
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Unfortunately, his health struggles didn?t end there ? Ebert fractured his hip in 2008 and again last December. His latest injury, which made it difficult for him to walk, was recently diagnosed as cancer. He?s currently undergoing radiation treatments.
In the meantime, Ebert will continue to coordinate with filmmakers Martin Scorsese, Steve James, and Steve Zaillian on a bio-documentary about his life and storied career. He will also remain active on social media, RogerEbert.com and Ebert Digital, which is headed by his devoted wife, Chaz.
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Ebert says he?ll also continue to write and review movies on a selected basis. His announcement came on the eve of his 46th anniversary as the film critic for the Chicago Sun-Times.
In 1975, he became the first film critic to win the Pulitzer Prize.
Source: http://radaronline.com/exclusives/2013/04/roger-ebert-cancer-film-critic-leave-chicago-sun-times/
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AdvSecret.com A Few Of The Best Self Help Books People Can Buy ...
By Ralph Summers
One only has to look at the shelves of any bookstore or take a peak at a bestseller list to see that self help books are extremely popular. There are so many kinds out there that people can find assistance with nearly any type of problem. Before making a purchase people should understand the different types and the best self help books on the market.
Some people seek out these kinds of texts because they cannot afford some of the more expensive alternatives like therapy or trainers. This is especially true of those that have mild depression, as they might just need some motivation to help them out of their predicament. Although there are many great texts dealing with depression, they are not necessarily for those suffering from serious mental problems.
Another self help book that people often turn to is the kind that deals with addiction issues and how to overcome them. Some people might have problems overeating, or are looking for guidance on how to quit smoking, or drinking alcohol. Even though a book should not be the only solution, it can be a great first step in helping a person turn their life in a new direction and overcoming the addictions that might be hurting them.
There are millions of people struggling with weight issues and almost as many publications to assist them. Sometimes it can be hard to know which one to choose to people should do some research and seek out a text that helps them with their specific issue or concern. Some people might have problem with late night overeating, while others may need motivation to exercise.
Couples with children might find themselves looking for advice on parenting strategies. There are general text that deal with many different aspects of parenting, while others will address very specific issues. Parents with special needs children should be able to find some publications that can impart some advice.
Any married couple will attest to the fact that marriage can be a difficult endeavor. Instead of spending a lot of money on a marriage counselor, some couples turn to certain books for assistance. It can be a great way for a couple to address some of the issues that might be encumbering their marriage.
People that are trying to make it in the art world might turn to self help books for advice on their craft. Some publications will give advice for overcoming things like writers block or other difficulties artists might have. Others will impart valuable advice on how to get started or get how to get work in front of a larger audience.
People seeking out the best self help books must first be aware of all of the different options that are available to them. Sometimes these texts are not enough and people with very serious issues would be wise to seek professional help if their problem is out of control. It is no longer a shameful thing to look for assistance on the shelves of a bookstore.
While you are searching for the best self-help books, start at our website online. You can click here at http://www.mybestselfhelpbooks.org right now.
Source: http://www.advsecret.com/a-few-of-the-best-self-help-books-people-can-buy/
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LG's 5-inch Optimus G Pro launches in Japan
South Korea gave the Optimus G Pro a reasonably warm reception after debuting, and now LG's hoping to pull off a similar victory in Japan. Those in the Land of the Rising Sun can now pick up the smartphone from NTT DoCoMo. Though the handset bears the same name as its Korean counterpart, it forgoes a 5.5-inch 1080p display for a smaller 5-inch screen with the same resolution. In case you're in need of a refresher, the hardware runs Jelly Bean 4.1.2 on a 1.7GHz quad-core Snapdragon 600 Processor and 2GB of RAM flanked by a 3,000mAh battery, 13-megapixel rear shooter, 2.1-megapixel front-facing cam, 32GB of built-in memory and a microSD slot. LG still hasn't pinned down just when in Q2 the phone will launch in North America, but with a Japanese release behind it, a US arrival shouldn't be far off.
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Source: LG Newsroom Korea (translated)
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Geckos keep firm grip in wet natural habitat
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Geckos' ability to stick to trees and leaves during rainforest downpours has fascinated scientists for decades, leading a group of University of Akron researchers to solve the mystery.
They discovered that wet, hydrophobic (water-repellent) surfaces like those of leaves and tree trunks secure a gecko's grip similar to the way dry surfaces do. The finding brings UA integrated bioscience doctoral candidate Alyssa Stark and her research colleagues closer to developing a synthetic adhesive that sticks when wet.
Principal investigator Stark and her fellow UA researchers Ila Badge, Nicholas Wucinich, Timothy Sullivan, Peter Niewiarowski and Ali Dhinojwala study the adhesive qualities of gecko pads, which have tiny, clingy hairs that stick like Velcro to dry surfaces. In a 2012 study, the team discovered that geckos lose their grip on wet glass. This finding led the scientists to explore how the lizards function in their natural environments.
The scientists studied the clinging power of six geckos, which they outfitted with harnesses and tugged upon gently as the lizards clung to surfaces in wet and dry conditions. The researchers found that the effect of water on adhesive strength correlates with wettability, or the ability of a liquid to maintain contact with a solid surface. On glass, which has high wettability, a film of water forms between the surface and the gecko's foot, decreasing adhesion. Conversely, on surfaces with low wettability, such as waxy leaves on tropical plants, the areas in contact with the gecko's toes remain dry and adhesion, firm.
"The geckos stuck just as well under water as they did on a dry surface, as long as the surface was hydrophobic," Stark explains. "We believe this is how geckos stick to wet leaves and tree trunks in their natural environment."
The discovery, "Surface Wettability Plays a Significant Role in Gecko Adhesion Underwater," was published April 1, 2013 by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The study has implications for the design of a synthetic gecko-inspired adhesive.
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Wednesday, April 3, 2013
31st International Symposium on Lattice Field Theory
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International conference will be held at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany from July 29 to August 3, 2013 / Online registration available
The 31st International Symposium on Lattice Field Theory will be held at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany from Monday 29th July to Saturday 3rd August 2013. The annual lattice symposium brings together a global community of researchers from theoretical particle physics and beyond, who employ numerical and computational methods to study the properties of strongly interacting physical systems, above all Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD), the theory describing the interactions of quarks and gluons. Topics will include studies of the spectrum and structure of hadrons, lattice studies of matter under extreme conditions, hadronic contributions to weak decay amplitudes, as well as recent developments in simulation algorithms and computer hardware.
Participants will come from all over the globe, with a particularly strong representation from Europe, the US, and Japan.
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Johannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz
International conference will be held at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany from July 29 to August 3, 2013 / Online registration available
The 31st International Symposium on Lattice Field Theory will be held at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany from Monday 29th July to Saturday 3rd August 2013. The annual lattice symposium brings together a global community of researchers from theoretical particle physics and beyond, who employ numerical and computational methods to study the properties of strongly interacting physical systems, above all Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD), the theory describing the interactions of quarks and gluons. Topics will include studies of the spectrum and structure of hadrons, lattice studies of matter under extreme conditions, hadronic contributions to weak decay amplitudes, as well as recent developments in simulation algorithms and computer hardware.
Participants will come from all over the globe, with a particularly strong representation from Europe, the US, and Japan.
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