Was this an illegal stop leading to DUI?

Honestly, where do you some of you people get the ideas you get?\n\nTo the asker:  assuming everything you said here is 100% factual, and assuming you didn't leave anything out, and assuming you have *all* the facts in the first place, then no, it doesn't sound like there was any probable cause to pull you over.  \n\nHowever, here's what I suspect, because I have done this very thing:\n\nI'm the cop you and your friend drove past when he/she yelled whatever they yelled.  Evidently, your friend wanted to come to the attention of the police, so I'm generally happy to oblige.  You don't say (and probably don't know) if it was the same cop who pulled you over, but it doesn't matter...we've got radios, ya' know?  \n\nSo anyway, back to your friend who wants to be a policeman's project:\n\nWhether I take off after you or I radio to one of my partners, one of us catches up to you.  You don't signal where you should, you have a taillight out, your registration is expired, etc., etc., and that provides me probable cause to stop you.  It's quite possible, especially if you developed an attitude problem, that I will tell you the only reason you're being stopped is because of your friend, the loudmouth.\n\nThe liberal among us will not like this, I know.  However, probable cause in this state is probable cause, and the motivation behind my use of probable cause is irrelevant to your guilt or innocence.  \n\nSo if you're right, the cop was wrong and you certainly do want to talk to an attorney.\n\nIf I'm right, you got pulled over because your idiot friend brought your car to the attention of the police, and it sounds like you paid a price for that.  Choose your friends better next time you're drinking and driving.\n\nAnd no, yelling out of your car is not disorderly conduct in California.  It's a rude and stupid exercise of your right to free speech.\n\nShouting something at the police is not an indication that you're not a reasonable person, and being an unreasonable person does not provide the police with reasonable cause to pull you over.  Holy cow, if this were true I could pull people over a hundred times a day.  \n\nBeing disrespectful to the police does not qualify as disorderly conduct.  It qualifies as stupid, but stupid does not equate to probable cause to effect a detention or make an arrest.  Don't I wish.\n\nYeah, we're always making things up just to pull you over.  I routinely risk being convicted of perjury and jailed for civil rights violations just to see if you've got big hooters, are drunk, or have a little weed in your car.  Please.\n\nYou're welcome to have just about any bumper sticker you want on your car and not have to worry about getting a ticket.  First of all, like I said, we do live in the land of free speech so you can have anything you want on your bumper.  If it says "I'm plotting to kill the President," you might end up with a visit from the Secret Service, but you can't get a ticket for displaying even an obscene bumper sticker.  \n\nHanging out the window is a good indication that you're not wearing your seat belt, but I'm not sure I'm familiar with a crime called "reckless endangerment."  \n\nI'm glad showing poor judgement doesn't really qualify as cause for the police to investigate.  If it did, I would literally spend my entire day talking to people with extraordinarily poor judgement who weren't committing a crime.  I do enough of that now.\n\nAnyway, I hope the cops had a really wonderful reason for pulling you over, once your friend decided you needed to stopped.  I hope their reason is enough to get you into court and convicted, if you really were driving in violation of the drunk driving laws in this state.  Your decision to do so put a huge number of people at risk...all of whom, except yourself, would have been innocent victims of your profoundly poor


First you must plan in what area you want to use SAP system. There are three main categories:\n\n1. END-USER where you can be SAP regular business user to use applications within your field.\n\n2. A subject Matter Expert (SME) to be working in a specific area "Will be explained later" \n\n3. Programming Developer, where you work on ABAP Workbench to develop programs for the end-users as per business needs.\n\n4. SAP Consultant.\n\nto be SME, you must specialize in one of SAP modules. (e.g. PP, PS, MM, FI/CO, WF, HR) In this field you will need to learn only the business work process within a specific SAP module. You will be able to know the database relationship and the business transactions. You will also deal with the ABAP developer to be a functional messenger for the END-USER needs where a report or a program must be developed.\n\nTo be a consultant, you need to know all the SAP fucntional modules and mostly how the database are linked and work within any modules as well as the functionaly specifications.\n\nFor more information, visit the official SAP website at http://www.sap.com under education or career planning.


Hi .. I'm David... I'm looking for a shareware application called Torrens... Anyone could FWD me the link?

Are you sure that you're not referring to "BitTorrent"?  It is a filesharing application that is fairly popular.  If it is or is not, I've included the link to their site below.


Chicken stock.  :)  Because it makes the best mashed tators.


an outline of corruption in our government?

JUST 4 YOUR IGNORANCE!\nBlame your government, bcz you are brainwashed a majority of you, just as you believed killing millions in Iraq ,Vietnam ,helping Israel to kill Palestinians ,and killing millions in Japan before of that was necessary,? killing and Enslaving millions of Africans, as well as the destruction of the native Americans(Indians). you used to be proud to be Americans, but the TRUTH MUST SET YOU FREE! Do like most of YOU real Americans do, ignore Bush&Company. Morons and idiots run your country. I'm just glad they do open their fat mouths 4 the Iraqi PETROL ..killing your people there!, that way you know who to ignore as to who to approach. CHEERS and good day!


Quite honestly, you'll never kno until you try. Sometimes, best friends are great as boyfriends. He already knows you -- your likes and dislikes, your tastes, your past relationships, etc. -- and he didn't just become a best friend overnight (15 years of friendship is a *long* time). Then again, sometimes best friends aren't good boyfriends. He already knows you, but maybe he knows you too much -- how you will react in certain situations, how your pet peeves sometimes drive him crazy, etc. Truly, you have to follow your heart and your instincts on this one. I wish there were a "crystal ball" that I could point you to that would give you a definite answer... but I'm afraid the only way to find out is to actually be in a relationship with your best friend. God bless!\n\nHope that helped!


I can't believe no one gave you an answer to this question yet, so I've dug up some information for you. \n\nThe end of the war is easy to find. That would be April 30th, 1975 just before noon when South Vietnamese President Minh announced unconditional surrender to NVA forces. \n\nThe beginning is much more difficult to determine. \n\nThe history books would indicate that the start date could be as early as 1961 when a treaty for military and economic assistance was signed between South Vietnam and the U.S. With the first official military action happening in 1964. There is a real possibility that the U.S. Military was fighting in Vietnam much earlier than 1964. \n\nIf you ask the Vietnamese, the war could have started when the Japanese tried to control the region during World War II. War was pretty much a staple of their lives until 1975. Since then, there has been relative peace in Vietnam with exception of short boarder disputes between China and Cambodia.


do something that involves a lot of your muscles but doesnt put a lot of strain on them for AT LEAST 15 minutes every other day.


Answers : \n1. The 'second' hand of a watch since the other two are 'hour' hand and minute hand. \n\n2. Spare tyre


prepare a concrete mixture with ratio 1:2:4. Use 1 kg cement for the mixture?

1-2-3\none cement (portland)\n2 sand\n3 rock


I believe what you are referring to in your question is called a "Cerglage".  Yes, it does work, and I have seen many pregancies come to term with this method.


I bought Baby orajel  and it was empty, how do I get a refund from the Oragel Company?

There should be an address on the back of the package that you can write them at.  Also you can visit their website at http://www.orajel.com/ and click the contact link at the top right of the page.  Good Luck! :)


If there is a flag on the moon at tranquility base why not snap a shot with hubble  cant or wont?

Not even hubble can achieve the resolution to see a flag on the moon.


would it be hard 2 start a shoting range?

It would not be easy that is for sure. There are many saftey regulations you have to follow and many precautions to take. If you are planning on an outdoor shooting range I think it is around 500 yds of clear space for the range plus a clear back field for lousy shots. The expense is great also but in the southern and westurn part of the U.S. It has been proven to pay for itself.


Where is the best place to go to learn how to invest in the stock market?

I'm a trader - I earn a living trading the markets. But for investors its a whole different world. Investors have totally different goals to traders.\n\nI would recommend you start your learning by looking up best sellers in the investment genre and then go to a bookshop and buy the book or borrow the book from your library.\n\nOne good investment book I picked up (and bought) was Beating the Street: Books: by Peter Lynch\n\nGood Luck!


The best website to enhance the knowledge about Maya and get something like books free?


As KING of Level 3...I'm taking the afternoon off ! Should I come back tonight and Rule you lost people???

Yes of course you should.We would be heartbroken to miss out on your wisdom.


what kind of poem does a poet write in outer space?

a limitless one perhaps? like the universe has no end, and neither does the subject he or she is writing a poem about


no that is not okay. but if you can not go long then you should try another method.like try jacking off before you have sex. and make sure you were proctection. well my dude it may take him about 30 to 40 minutes.


Where can I find positive effects on sex eduation taught in public schools?

maybe find some stats on how teen pregnancy and STD rates have dropped in the past few years as schools have taken a bigger part in educating kids.


if you got rid of genital warts can it take years to come back or it it possible for them to never to come bac

Plenty of info at the link below. \n\nAll it takes is 1 infected partner, how many doesn't matter at all.


how do i find a college to become a peditrican?

First you need to go to college and get your Medical School Requirements met. These usually include:  8 hours of General Biology (including labs); 8 hours of General Chemistry (again, including labs); 6 hours of Organic Chemistry (usually three is only an Orgo 2 lab-not a lab for orgo 1); 8 hours of Physics (including labs); Calculus I (only 3 med schools require Calc 2); Statistics I is suggested by many Medical schools; 4 hours Biochemistry (including lab); and then depending upon what Medical School you wish to get into, there are usually other science courses, usually some genetics and microbiology that Medical Schools look for. Upon completeing the required college classes you must take a standardized test called the MCAT, which is an admission test for Medical Schools that tests on the courses listed above. It is much like the SAT is for college and university admission.\n\nMost medical schools accept about 24-28ish MCAT scores and a 3.5 GPA from the collgee level work. In addition, they look for people that genuinely care for their community and show it with volunteer activities and dedication. Getting into Med School alone is very tricky.\n\nOnce in Medical School, you complete 2 years of book learning, and then do rotations with doctors in a hospital in many different medical areas. While you may be sure that you want to go into pediatrics, you must complete these rounds with satisfactory grades from the Doctors to proceed to your Internship. In your internship, you will begin to specialize within your field of medicine. If you did not recieve good enough grades from the pediatrician you rounded with, you will not be allowed to go into that field of medicine. You are an Intern for about a year, and then you are a resident for a number of years following that, until you have learned enough to be on your own.\n\nIt's a long path, but if you are determined and focused enough, it's very rewarding. Best of Luck!


Go to college, get the basics down. You'll get some pointers there that might help you figure out your path.\n\nYou can follow your heart and use your brain. Whatever it is that you want to do, artist, bricklayer, teacher, master surfer... anything can be done with more finesse and a better understanding if you get educated. Plus, you can get more respect for your ideas if people know it comes from an educated person.


what is the ans service provided by yahoo?

You're on it.\nIf you're asking for details about this site, basically it's a question/answer forum. Questions being answered by people who think they have the answer. They may be professionals in that particular field, or just people who may have some experience with what you're asking.\nBut you'll also have people who will give you an idiotic response, just to get points.


Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, or acquired immune deficiency syndrome (or acronym AIDS or Aids), is a collection of symptoms and infections resulting from the specific "damage to the immune system" caused by infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).\n\nTherefore, it damages the immune system of the affected person thereby making him/her prone to opportunistic infections and tumors.


Is the order of the universe proof that God exists?

The universe has been shown to be decaying.  It is going from an orderly state to a disorderly state.  This is called entropy.\n\nThere is no known natural force or law in the universe that reverses this.  On a small scale, we can see that our intelligence reverses disorder temporarily.\n\nTherefore, on a universal scale, there must be an intelligence (obviously an intelligence far beyond ours) with the power to set the universe in order to start with.  These are two of the attributes of God.\n\nSo, yes, order in the universe is a proof of God.\n\n-------------------------\n\nTo address some flaws in a previous answer's argument:\n\nThe "Laws of nature" are just another way of saying "the rules of order."  And like any procedure, someone makes the rules.  Like a basketball game, there could be any set of rules, but the ones that are used are what distinguish it from being a hockey game.  And these rules were decided upon by intelligent beings.\n\nAlso, it is not true that all things must lead to infinite regression.  Infinite regression is only one possibility; the other is infinite existence -- in other words, God.


Page 1. What are Carbs\nPage 2. Why we are addicted to Carbs\nPage 3. What kind of Carbs are considered "good" or "bad"\nPage 4. How to attain only the "good" carbs into healthy diet.\nPage 5. End results of healthy eating.


Useing Wireless Connection On My Lap Top. Can Not View Videos or Audio? Noticed When at Nascar or Fox.Com?

could be your internet browser. \ncould be your network adapter.\ncould be your network or firewall setting.\ncould be your router not pushing enough mps to support a live feed media player. \nhope this helps


can you really find true love on the internet?

Yes, my husband and I met through yahoo Personals 6 years ago and have been very happy ever since.  Been married 31/2 and just keeps getting better!!!!


I bought a tippmann 98 pb gun, w/ flatline barrel, but barrel is missing shroud. Where can I get 1 dirt cheap?

um, you brught it when it was broken already? CONTACT TIPPMANN AND GET A NEW ONE FOR FREE!! ^___^ (sorry, ads get 2 u)


Who is the most influential person in the State Government to write a letter against a bill?

Do a search for state representative and your state name.  Do the same for state senator.  Your state legislature will have a website.  If you know the title or the number of the bill, you can search for it.  It will identify the sponsors of the bill and the chairperson of the committee that will review the bill.  Contact the sponsors and the chairperson of the committee that will do the inital review of the bill.\n\nOnce you have identified the sponsors and the committee chair, have all your friends write, email, call them regularly to stop the bill from becoming law.\n\nGood luck!


I don't have a bf, I want one really bad. There r guys who like me. What do I say to the guy I like?

Don't ever show that you want a boyfriend really bad. It sends a bad message to nice guys like myself.


What does a 33 year old man who is set in his career want out of love and relationships?

I'm not 33 anymore, but that's about when I really started to understand what I wanted:\n-respect\n-support\n-freakish loyalty\n-children\n-a mother & teacher for my children\n-a little adventure\n-self-aware affection\n-sometimes selfless affection


describe the difference between the graph of f(x)= log x^2 and f(x)= 2 log x ?

This is due to a property of log which is that :\nlog(ab)=log(a)+log(b)\nRemark that this is true when well defined (for eg you can't write log(-1*-3)=log(-1)+log(-3) )\n\nSo here, you have log(x^2)=log(x)+log(x)\n\nTherefore, there are no diff. except that log(x^2) exists for all x in R\{0} and 2log(x) is defined for all x strictly positive.


435.\nOne for each Congressional district.\nWhat, you didn't know THAT one, redunicorn?


Where could I find Mariah Carey's Emancipation Japan version?


What is the abbreviation for the word "County" not "country"?


does anyone know if a band becoming big has more to do with cd sales and publicity or theirmerchandiseand tour

Regarding The Beatles and Zep, both became HUGE, way beyond big, way before merchandising, marketing and publicity became standard practice in the music industry. The Beatles and Zep were 'grass roots' as we call it today. That means in the early days, they put out a record, toured, put out another record toured, showed up for press, radio, and retail events. All of this in hopes of selling more and more records, with the utmost minimum dollars being put into, marketing, promotion, and merchandising. All success for these two and bands like them came from blood sweat and tears - hard work. Recognition was the end result. Today, most record companies looks for a band thats like ANOTHER band. No more individuality or sounding different, or even being unique. My point being that the record companies will spend millions on press, publicity, and marketing in hopes you will see it everywhere, hear it everywhere, and want to buy it. The harsh and unfortunate reality is 'cash rules everything around us'. MTV is pay for play. Radio is the same. You need to have sold LOTS of records, or show significant sales increases daily, to even get airplay on major radio or mtv. So to sum it up, it's all marketing and promotion. - not so much the band (remember Paula Abdul? She can not sing). Let me know if I can help further.


why I can't keep an eye contact with a girl for a long time?

It sounds like you are shy. Once you get to know the girl, it will get easier.


Don't you hate getting called in for jury duty?


how do you control high blood pressure naturally without the use of medication?

eliminate salt from your diet.  also eliminate stress from your life and try to get more exercise.


For some reason I can't access "secure" urls that start with https: Any ideas?

That is because your Internet explorer is not configured properly or has system errors within itself. \nIt is recommend that you uninstall and reinstall internet explorer. \nGo to this site for further help http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;318378


what is the exact measurement of  7/8 inch?


What were the pivital American won battles of the American Revolution?

Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts\nDate: April 19, 1775\n\nBunker Hill, Boston, Massachusetts\nAlso Known As: Battle of Breed's Hill\nDate: June 17, 1775\n\nQuebec, Canada\nDate: December 31, 1775\n\nMoore's Creek Bridge, North Carolina\nDate: February 27, 1776\n\nFort Sullivan, Charleston, South Carolina\nAlso Known As: 1st Battle of Charleston\nDate: June 28, 1776\n\nTrenton, New Jersey\nDate: December 26, 1776\n\nPrinceton, New Jersey\nDate: January 3, 1777\n\nSaratoga, New York\nIncludes: Fort Stanwix, Bennington, Freeman's Farm, Bemis Heights\nCampaign Dates: June 20-October 7, 1777\n\nMonck's Corner, South Carolina\nDate: April 14, 1780 Siege of Charleston, South Carolina\nAlso Known As: 2nd Battle of Charleston\nDate: April 2-May 12, 1780\n\nWaxhaws, South Carolina\nAlso Known As: Buford's Massacre\nDate: May 29, 1780\n\nCamden, South Carolina\nDate: August 16, 1780\n\nKing's Mountain, South Carolina\nDate: October 7, 1780\n\nCowpens, South Carolina\nDate: January 17, 1781\n\nGuilford Courthouse, North Carolina\nDate: March 15, 1781\n\nPensacola, West Florida\nDate: March 9-May 10, 1781\n\nYorktown, Virgina \nCampaign Date: May-October 17, 1781 \n\nEach for different reasons. Read up on why they were pivotal in their own right.


Can a school deny admission to a child sex offender if the building where the school is located has a daycare?

I am not an attorney, but as a parent I would hope so.  I also thought if a child sex offender was released part of the parole would be to limit or cease all contact with children.


That's an awfully broad question, but whatever it is you need to know, someone here will have an answer http://prisontalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=&f=128


What's the best qualities to become a doctor?

Medicine is a physically and mentally demanding profession in which practitioners are asked to place the interests of their patients above their own. It requires commitment to a life of service and dedication to continuous learning. The rigorous four year medical school curriculum is where candidates begin to develop the qualities necessary for the practice of medicine. It is during this period of undergraduate medical education that the candidate acquires the foundation of knowledge, attitudes, skills and behaviors that he or she will need throughout his or her professional career. During this period, it is critical for the School of Medicine to evaluate whether the candidate is qualified to receive the degree of Doctor of Medicine. The School of Medicine has a responsibility to society to train physicians competent to care for their patients with critical judgment, broadly based knowledge and well honed technical skills. The abilities that physicians must possess to practice safely are reflected in the technical standards that follow. Thus, applicants and candidates must be able to meet these standards and successfully complete all identified requirements to be admitted to the School of Medicine, to progress through the curriculum and ultimately, to receive the degree of Doctor of Medicine from the University of Utah School of Medicine. Candidates for the degree of Doctor of Medicine must be capable of performing in five areas: Visual, Oral-Auditory, Motor, Cognitive, and Social. Reasonable accommodation will be made for some limitations in these areas, but a candidate must be able to function in an independent manner. \n\n\n\nVisual\nCandidates must be able to observe and participate in experiments in the basic sciences. (For example, physiologic and pharmacologic demonstrations and microscopic studies of microorganisms and tissues.)\n\nIn order to make proper clinical decisions, candidates must be able to observe a patient accurately. Candidates must be able to acquire information from written documents, films, slides or videos. Candidates must also be able to interpret X-ray and other graphic images, and digital or analog representations of physiologic phenomena, such as EKG's, with or without the use of assistive devices. Thus, functional use of vision is necessary.\n\n\nOral-Auditory\nCandidates must be able to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients. Candidates must also be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with other members of the health care team. In emergency situations, candidates must be able to understand and convey information essential for the safe and effective care of patients in a clear, unambiguous and rapid fashion. In addition, candidates must have the ability to relate information to and receive information from patients in a caring and confidential manner.\n\n\nMotor\nCandidates must possess the motor skills necessary to perform palpation, percussion, auscultation, and other diagnostic maneuvers. Candidates must be able to execute motor movements reasonably required to provide general and emergency medical care such as airway management, placement of intravenous catheters, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and application of pressure to control bleeding. These skills require coordination of both gross and fine muscular movements, equilibrium and integrated use of the senses of touch and vision.\n\n\nCognitive\nIn order to effectively solve clinical problems, candidates must be able to measure, calculate, reason, analyze, integrate and synthesize in a timely fashion. In addition, they must be able to comprehend three-dimensional relationships and to understand the spacial relationships of structures.\n\n\nSocial\nCandidates must possess the emotional health required for the full utilization of their intellectual abilities, for the exercise of good judgment, for the prompt completion of all responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients, and for the developm


Who is the Prime Minister of the Dominion of Canada?

The newly elected Prime Minister of the Dominion of Canada is Stephen Harper.


lotz... considerin im one of dem... lol... my parentz were born in syria n' i wuz born in ohio... so i automatically have dual citizenship... awsomness!!!! so i kno francias, espanol, 3araby(arabic), lil' bit of italian, lil bit o' urdu, and english\npeace out:)


What were the major ideas personified in T. Roosevelt's life?

the federal reserve disaster & lieing us into war.\nhttp://www.philipdru.com/griffin3_stream.html


Can you be in love with more than one guy? and what if one your child's father and the other hs love?

Without knowing how long you have been out of touch with your hs (high school?) love, it appears you are having trouble choosing because it sounds like you wanted things to work out with your hs love.\n\nOne attribute of true love is monogamy. If you love your child's father, then fight for your family by fighting the vibes from those memories of your hs love.\n\nSave yourself from the drama while you have a chance.


what are the pros and cons of the epa in california?


If you could change one thing today,what would that be?

I would like to have had something to do today.


how can I have a flat stomach after having a baby, he is almost two years old?

it will never go back the same that it was, but you could do a bunch of crunches (like 50 a day) or you could get surgery to fix it, although if you have another kid it's just going to go back to the way it is now. Even with crunches your skin will be loose for a while (like it was right after you had the baby) but it will go back eventually.


What were some of the best advice your father gave you?

Just remember if you sleep with it tonight you may have to look at it for the rest of your life.\n\nAlways hold your head up high and act like you own the place even if you are scared to death.


I would like to track down my student loan information.?

Go to http://www.nslds.ed.gov/, This site will give you all the information like when you will get Disbursed of funds left over from Pell Grant, How much you got from financial aid from other schools, and more. Check it out! It might be what you are looking for.


when i connect my laptop with tv the tv screen is black and white?

This is most likely due to using the wrong TV input setting. Often you will find that if you set the TV to AV input instead of proper SVideo it will display in b/w.


what is the average number of deaths a day?

its gotta be up in the tens of thousands


A steel cylinder contains 32 dm^3 of hydrogen at 4.0 x 10^6 Pa and 39 degree C. Calculate:?

Sorry but uses the information above for more infor.\n\n\n STP = 1106.2 liters\n\n and\n\n 99.5g of H2


What is the MTTR and MTBF of a  Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series Switches?

There is not enough information to answer this question. Switches and routers have a number of different components. Each component has a separate MTBF and MTTR. To answer the question fully would require knowledge of the individual components of the switch in question. In addition, you would need to know if any of the components have redundancies built in. \n\nI have tried to obtain this information in the past from different sources. The best place to get the information is to contact Cisco directly. You can contact their pre-sales department (obtain the number from their website).\n\nI obtained data from the 6500 series switches and they generally tend to be near 200,000 hours (MTBF).\n\nThe MTTR or mean time to repair is composed of two components, the time to respond and the time to fix. This can vary based upon a number of factors (IT operation procedures, sparing policies, weekend vs. weekday). In general, Cisco tends to default to a one hour MTTR when calculating the MTBF of the entire piece of equipment.


Not very.\n\nThe Drake Equation is supposed to estimate the number of civilizations in the Galaxy, and is usually written as:\n\nN = R* fp ne fl fi fc L\n\nwhere,\n\n    * N = The number of communicative civilizations\n    * R* = The rate of formation of suitable stars \n    * fp = The fraction of those stars with planets. \n    * ne = The number of Earth-like worlds per planetary system\n    * fl = The fraction of those Earth-like planets where life actually develops\n    * fi = The fraction of life sites where intelligence develops\n    * fc = The fraction of communicative planets \n    * L = The "lifetime" of communicating civilizations\n\nA problem is that one can come up with other criteria, which add a term and tend to lower the estimate. For example, fraction of Earth-like worlds with a large Moon, or the timespan when an "echo" or a civilization (buildings, spaceships, etc.) can be detected before fading away.\n\nThe reason is that there is so much uncertainty in most of these values. Until that part is nailed down we won't really know which of these terms are critical, which not, and what other terms (if any) to add.\n\nNevertheless it is an easy way to guestimate some of the concerns with the possibilities of alien civilizations.


what is a bachelor's degree in technical/scientific discipline all about?

it jus shows you wut type of jobs you will be ready for


What is your favorite scuba diving destination?


what are the best golf schools in the world?


The hospital management. This really should not happen. I don't think this nurse should be a nurse!!! Why would she use latex gloves when in your patient records Latex should be under allergies?


Go here: http://www.mden.com/shopping/\n\nAnd GO BLUE!


i search for datawarehouse etl toolkit free ebook?

This is not a free ebook.  You can access it as an ebook if you subscribe to one of the online reference sites such as books24x7 or if you work for a company, such as IBM, who gives all employees free access to these online publishing sites.


Where do you post house rentals in San Francisco Bay Area?

craigslist or metrorent.  you could also post in local papers including the Chronicle, Examiner, Guardian and SF Weekly.


Which amendment in the Bill of Rights do you care about the most?

I care most about the first one because it's not just freedom of press or speech or whatever; it's the freedom of thought and expression of that thought.


you can do it,lady. men easily succumb to . . .


Wen she met, fell in love, was asked and agreed to marry.


What's the best way to scratch your back?

I grab a hair brush usually and put it down the back of my shirt and do that, or rub my back against the corner of a wall.


In major, or acute, depression, at least five of the symptoms listed below must occur for a period of at least two weeks, and they must represent a change from previous behavior or mood. Depressed mood or loss of interest must be present. \n\n1. Depressed mood on most days for most of each day. (Irritability may be prominent in children and adolescents.) \n\n2. Total or very noticeable loss of pleasure most of the time. \n\n3. Significant increases or decreases in appetite, weight, or both. \n\n4. Sleep disorders, either insomnia or excessive sleepiness, nearly every day. \n\n5. Feelings of agitation or a sense of intense slowness. \n\n6. Loss of energy and a daily sense of tiredness. \n\n7. Sense of guilt or worthlessness nearly all the time. \n\n8. Inability to concentrate occurring nearly every day. \n\n9. Recurrent thoughts of death or suicide. \n\nIn addition, other criteria must be met: \n\nThe symptoms listed above should not follow or accompany manic episodes (such as in bipolar or other disorders). \n\nThey should impair important normal functions (such as work or personal relationships). \n\nThey are not caused by drugs, alcohol, or other substances. \n\nThey are not caused by normal grief. \n \nMajor depression usually last about twenty weeks. Between 30% and 40% of depressed patients experience sudden attacks of anger that they describe as uncharacteristic and inappropriate. \n\nSymptoms of depression in children may differ from those in adults. They may include: \n\nAn inability to enjoy favorite activities. \nPersistent sadness. \nIncreased irritability. \nComplaints of physical problems, such as headaches and stomach aches. \nPoor performance in school. \nPersistent boredom. \nLow energy. \nPoor concentration. \nChanges in eating or sleeping patterns or both. \nA greater tendency to bully others. (Anxious children are more often bullied). \n\nhttp://preventdisease.com/diseases/depression.html


Where can I find a DVD burner for my computer that burns an image on the top of the disk?

This is called Lightscribe, and pricewatch.com is a good place to look.


how can i replace internet explorer7 with older one in xp?

Go to Start>Control Panel>Add/Remove Programs>select I.E. 7 and uninstall it.\n\nWhen it's uninstalled you will automatically revert to the previous version, which is I.E. 6.0 in Windows XP.


why is the weather this year so strange?


Could someone please explain in layman's terms what Halliburton is.?

Halliburton is a corporation.  It deals mainly in the Oil Business, however large reconstruction contract were awarded to Halliburton to help in rebuilding Iraq.  There have long been questions as to the legality of the way these contracts were handled as Vice President Dick Cheney was CEO of Haliburton prior to his coming to public office with President Bush in 2001.  He is still receiving his severance, buy out, pension from them which has raised eyebrows as to the legality of these contracts, with the feeling that there may be a conflict of interest between the Executive Branch and Halliburton.  This has not been proven, however it does linger over he heads of the Administration.


Where do I find real information on natural gas v electric?

As far as:\ncost\nsafety\nreliability\nmaintenance\n?\nregarding:\nappliances\nheating\nrefrigeration\n?\n\nGenerally, surprisingly enough, people in your area have this pretty well figured out for the region. <They just copy good engineers work> If you are spending money, call six contractors and ask for an informal demographic profile of the area. Ask them what you should do.\n\nhttp://www.google.com/search?q=gas+vs+electric


What web site would I go to, too find airel mapping that i could go around Barstow California? Thanks?

google maps allows you to switch between street views and satellite views.  Give it a try.


have anyone herd of this guy named Damon Westmoreland or been scammed or conned by him if so lemme kno?

Chances are, the dude you are talking about has multiple names to escape detection from the police. So, you and a couple other people, but not me.


does Denmark behaveing good with muslims of world????/?

insulting people's religon with no convincing reason is generally what retards do from time to time.


what do you do if you like somone but thay dont know that your alive or he lives far away?

Well if they dont know that you exist always look your best when your around them and always try to start small conversations with them then slowly work your way up. If the live far away call them often and talk to them about every and anything and dont talk too much. Send them pics of yourself. If any of these dont work, then i dont know what to tell you.


Why does everyone hear use the name Jews or Jewish?

jew comes from the hebrew word yehudi, which would mean someone from yehudah or judah. however this term is used to refer to the jews as a nation which will rather give up their life than denounce their religion as we see in the book of esther mordechai was called yehudi, being that he was putting his life on the line by not bowing to haman and his idol. so in actuallity jew is more of a proud name than israelite.


By structure or by type. Do you mean Blood cell types? If so then they are classified by type. Such as: Erythrocytes, \nPlatelets, Leukocytes...  There are two types of cells, eukaryotic and prokaryotic. Eukaryotic cells are usally found in multi-cellular organisms, while prokaryotic cells are usually on their own. Or do you mean classifying specific cells such as cancer cell types? Or did you mean prison cell types? The question is to broad. The basic cell types are the two stated above. Hope that helps.


Super Bowl scores of last 39 years any one?

XXXIX  Feb. 6, 2005  New England 24, Philadelphia 21\nXXXVIII  Feb. 1, 2004  New England 32, Carolina 29\nXXXVII  Jan. 26, 2003  Tampa Bay 48, Oakland 21\nXXXVI  Feb. 3, 2002  New England 20, St. Louis 17\nXXXV  Jan. 28, 2001  Baltimore 34, N.Y. Giants 7\nXXXIV  Jan. 30, 2000  St. Louis 23, Tennessee 16\nXXXIII  Jan. 31, 1999  Denver 34, Atlanta 19\nXXXII  Jan. 25, 1998  Denver 31, Green Bay 24\nXXXI  Jan. 26, 1997  Green Bay 35, New England 21\nXXX  Jan. 28, 1996  Dallas 27, Pittsburgh 17\nXXIX  Jan. 29, 1995  San Francisco 49, San Diego 26\nXXVIII  Jan. 30, 1994  Dallas 30, Buffalo 13\nXXVII  Jan. 31, 1993  Dallas 52, Buffalo 17\nXXVI  Jan. 26, 1992  Washington 37, Buffalo 24\nXXV  Jan. 27, 1991  N.Y. Giants 20, Buffalo 19\nXXIV  Jan. 28, 1990  San Francisco 55, Denver 10\nXXIII  Jan. 22, 1989  San Francisco 20, Cincinnati 16\nXXII  Jan. 31, 1988  Washington 42, Denver 10\nXXI  Jan. 25, 1987  N.Y. Giants 39, Denver 20\nXX  Jan. 26, 1986  Chicago 46, New England 10\nXIX  Jan. 20, 1985  San Francisco 38, Miami 16\nXVIII  Jan. 22, 1984  L.A. Raiders 38, Washington 9\nXVII  Jan. 30, 1983  Washington 27, Miami 17\nXVI  Jan. 24, 1982  San Francisco 26, Cincinnati 21\nXV  Jan. 25, 1981  Oakland 27, Philadelphia 10\nXIV  Jan. 20, 1980  Pittsburgh 31, L.A. Rams 19\nXIII  Jan. 21, 1979  Pittsburgh 35, Dallas 31\nXII  Jan. 15, 1978  Dallas 27, Denver 10\nXI  Jan.   9, 1977  Oakland 32, Minnesota 14\nX  Jan. 18, 1976  Pittsburgh 21, Dallas 17\nIX  Jan. 12, 1975  Pittsburgh 16, Minnesota 6\nVIII  Jan. 13, 1974  Miami 24, Minnesota 7\nVII  Jan. 14, 1973  Miami 14, Washington 7\nVI  Jan. 16, 1972  Dallas 24, Miami 3\nV  Jan. 17, 1971  Baltimore 16, Dallas 13\nIV  Jan. 11, 1970  Kansas City 23, Minnesota 7\nIII  Jan. 12, 1969  N.Y. Jets 16, Baltimore 7\nII  Jan. 14, 1968  Green Bay 33, Oakland 14\nI  Jan. 15, 1967  Green Bay 35, Kansas City 10


What country offers an offshore domicle company formation with the lowest US with-holding taxes?

The question is somewhat odd, since offshore centers are ussually tax free.\n\nI think the best location in the americas is panama.\n\ncheckout www.lowtax.net


What good fast music along the lines of Garbage, BT, and The Cardigans would you recommend?

soul meets body - deathcab for cutie\nanytime - my morning jacket\nthe bravery - unconditional\nshakin' - rooney\nbetter luck next time - scissor sisters


They are diseases that tend to become more easily epedemic amongst confined populations (e.g. families, schools, military barracks, etc.).\n\nIf you meant Barrett's Disease or Barrett's Esophagus then it is as follows:\n\nWhat is Barrett's Esophagus?\nThe cells lining the esophagus differ from those lining the stomach or intestines, mainly because they have different functions. They also have a distinctly different appearance, so it is usually easy for a physician to tell them apart when examining the esophagus and stomach. Normally, there is an area at the end of the esophagus that marks the border between the cells of the esophagus and those of the stomach. Barrett's esophagus is the abnormal growth of intestinal-type cells above this border, into the esophagus. \n\nSince the cells lining the stomach are protected from contact with acid, their growth into the esophagus may actually be a defense mechanism. It may protect the normal tissue in the esophagus against further damage by GERD. This may explain why the symptoms of GERD seem to lessen in some patients with Barrett's esophagus. Unfortunately, these tissue changes may be a forerunner of cancer of the lower esophagus, known as adenocarcinoma. Cancer of the upper esophagus (squamous cell cancer) is usually related to alcohol and smoking. This type of cancer appears to be decreasing in the population, while the rate of adenocarcinoma is increasing sharply, especially in white males. \n\nIn time, the Barrett's cells may develop abnormal changes known as dysplasia. Over a period of perhaps two to five years, the dysplasia may then progress to low grade, then to high grade dysplasia, and finally to cancer. Fortunately, this happens only in about 1-5% of patients with Barrett's esophagus. \n\nCause and Symptoms\nFor unknown reasons, Barrett's esophagus is found three times more often in males than in females. In some instances, Barrett's esophagus appears to be congenital (present at birth). However, current evidence is strong that in most instances, it develops as a result of longstanding GERD. \n\nPatients with Barrett's usually have symptoms similar to those produced by chronic GERD, such as heartburn and reflux of stomach acid into the mouth. Some Barrett's patients may also suffer from other complications of GERD, such as esophageal peptic ulcers and stricture -- narrowing of the esophagus that comes from scarring. These facts are why it is important for patients with these symptoms to see their physicians regularly. \n\nDiagnosis\nDiagnosis of Barrett's esophagus requires an examination called upper endoscopy or EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy). A barium x-ray is not accurate for detecting Barrett's esophagus. An EGD is done with the patient under sedation. The physician examines the lining of the esophagus and stomach with a thin, lighted, flexible endoscope. Biopsies are performed, taking pieces of tissue to be examined under a microscope for abnormal cells which have the potential of becoming malignant. The changes may be indefinite dysplasia where the pathologist may be uncertain of the changes. In this circumstance, medical treatment is intensified and repeat biopsies are performed in 6-12 months. When dysplasia is definite, some type of definite correction is necessary.


Can someone give me informations about women right?

It depends on in which place of the world you are ... you can generally look for the national institute of the woman corresponding to the country where you are already. There you can find the information.  For example, for my nationality (Mexican) we found all that information in this address www.inmujeres.gob.mx/ .. maybe if you tell us your nationality we can help you a little more


What is a low grade adverage for a 12th grader is 4.0 good or bad and how does that work.?

Grade point averages are done like this. Each course is assigned a number of credits. According to what letter grade an individual gets in the course they receive a certain number of those points that the course is worth. So if a course is worth 4 credits then an A would give a person all of those 4 points. A B would most likely be 3 and so on. You then multiply this number of points by the credits given by the course and then sum all of these numbers and divive by the total number of credits in a given semester. So for the two classes you get an A in a 4 credit course thats 4x4 = 16 and a c in a 2 credit course thats 2x2=4. Add the 14 and 6 for 20 and divide by 6 (the total number of credits) to give you 3.33. So 4.0 would be a perfect GPA.


Is there a free website to look up the value of my LPs?

I couldnt really find much when I searched but I hope these help\n\n\nhttp://shop.recordfinders.com/\nhttp://www.netsoundsmusic.com/nsu/792/2/0.html\nhttp://www.musiccollectors.com/


How many rads/s is 45 rpm equivalent to?

There are 2 x pi radians per revolution, by definition of radian.  So \n\n45 rev./min x 1 min/(60 s) x 2 PI rad/rev =4.71 rad/s


How do i change the color of my yahoo messenger ID like from black to blue while chatting or in a chat room?

go to the option ...messenger-->preferences-->appearance...\nyou can also use ctrl+shift+P for short cut but sometimes it doesnt work so you have to do it manually..


Regarding the picture it depends. The picture will usually say if they are generic or the are the actuall photo. If they are the actual photo then you can expect to receive what you see. \n\nAs far as dependency of e-bay for me it is 100 but i am sure others may disagree. The bottom line is that there are ways to get your money back if the product is not what it was supposed to be. you can also look at the peoples ratings. If they have a low rating then dont buy from them.


Why Is It ThAt WHEn GUyS PLay GIrls THerE KnoWN As Pros BUt WHeN GIrLs plaY GUys THerE KNOWn As HOes?</?

DO YOu thiNK typING LIke THis is SPEciaL OR CUte? Don't play with your keyboard and you and your question will be taken seriously.


What kind of product should I wear on my hair to get chlorine out of it?

Before you swim, make sure you get your hair wet with unchlorinated water, as your hair is less likey to soak up chlorine when it's already saturated with something else. After you swim, wash your hair with a swimmer's shampoo that gets chlorine out of the hair. You can find a product like that at a Walgreens.


Ladies, have you ever taken the cheater back and he did even worse. explain and what was the results?

Of COURSE the cheater is going to be worse; the person has learned that he or she can get away with it.


how many shots of Tequila before you puke or pass out?

I usually do shots in between margaritas, so I don't know how many "shots" it would take....\nbut jeger is better anyway!


Does adding salt to water make it boil faster?

Here's the thing: \nAdding salt to water actually increases the boiling point of water, so depending on how much salt you use, your boiling point of salt water could be something like 105 degrees celsius instead of 100.  Boiling point raising is an example of a colligative property, which is a property that is not dependent on what kind of particles you're using, just how many particles there are.  So if you added more salt, the water's boiling point would be higher.  \n\nThat means that your water would have to be at a higher temperature to boil.  This means that reasonably, it would take longer for you to get your water to that higher temperature, but not by a lot.  It would be roughly the same amount of time.  \n\nThe trick, though, is that because your water is boiling at a higher temperature, whatever you're cooking in that water is going to cook faster.  You're cooking it at 105 degrees instead of 100, so whatever you're cooking in the water will be done faster.  That's probably what your high school chemistry teacher meant.


i dont think i love my BF now.he doesn't love me either.?

You can't marry somone you don't love.Trust your heart.I think you already know the answer.good luck


1 out of 5 employees of the R.T.A. are taking stress leave, what's your thoughts.?

Three factors are at work here.  1) There may be a high amount of stress on the job 2) There may be a culture of acceptability with this.  It's part of the system 3) The leave policies are generous and encourage people to take this kind of leave.


how can i change the icon of .exe file when i'm am workin' on visual basic 6?

With the project open:\n1. You must have a form with the EXE icon you want as its Icon (create a dummy form if necessary).*\n2. Go to the Project menu, choose "<Project Name> Properties..." (this is the last or second-to-last item)\n3. Click on the "Make" tab.\n4. In the "Application" area, where it says "Icon:" choose the form containing the icon.\n5. Compile ("Make") the program, and it should have the new icon. \n\nNote: this can be a little tricky when using Windows XP-type icons.  If you are, make sure the ICO file also contains 16- and/or 256-color icons, and that they come before any 32-bit icons in the order.\n\n* To set a form icon, open the form in VB (double click on the form icon), go to the Icon property in the property window.  Click the "..." button, and select the ICO file you want to use.


which king of England lost the English Civil War?

It was King Charles I (Stuart). He was beheaded in 1649 and Thomas Cromwell then took over the reigns of government. The throne was restored to the Stuarts in 1659-1660 when Charles II took over. It was called the "Restoration" period. Tina


Perhaps you mastu_rbate too much, but that still wouldn't explain it. It might be a prostate problem, that lets your urine mix with your semen. I suggest you consult a doctor if the problem persists.


How can you charge someone with a misdemennor for a violation of 11366.8 H&S???

It's "misdemeanor."\n\nAnd although I hate doing this, here's the answer to your question:\n\n11366.8.  (a) Every person who possesses, uses, or controls a false\ncompartment with the intent to store, conceal, smuggle, or transport\na controlled substance within the false compartment shall be punished\nby imprisonment in a county jail for a term of imprisonment not to\nexceed one year or in the state prison.\n   (b) Every person who designs, constructs, builds, alters, or\nfabricates a false compartment for, or installs or attaches a false\ncompartment to, a vehicle with the intent to store, conceal, smuggle,\nor transport a controlled substance shall be punished by\nimprisonment in the state prison for 16 months or two or three years.\n\n   (c) The term "vehicle" means any of the following vehicles without\nregard to whether the vehicles are private or commercial, including,\nbut not limited to, cars, trucks, buses, aircraft, boats, ships,\nyachts, and vessels.\n   (d) The term "false compartment" means any box, container, space,\nor enclosure that is intended for use or designed for use to conceal,\nhide, or otherwise prevent discovery of any controlled substance\nwithin or attached to a vehicle, including, but not limited to, any\nof the following:\n   (1) False, altered, or modified fuel tanks.\n   (2) Original factory equipment of a vehicle that is modified,\naltered, or changed.\n   (3) Compartment, space, or box that is added to, or fabricated,\nmade, or created from, existing compartments, spaces, or boxes within\na vehicle.\n\nSo in other words, if these facts apply to the case you're talking about, the person can be charged with 11366.8 HS.  \n\nYour question is really unclear, though:\n\nDo *you* want to make a complaint about someone you think is guilty of that crime?  Contact your local law enforcement agency.\n\nDo you want to know what the mechanics of someone being charged is (how it actually takes place)?  Either the cop writes a ticket or makes an arrest, and the case is reviewed by a prosecutor.  If the prosecutor believes the case can be proven beyond a reasonable doubt, then charges are filed in court and a trial is held.\n\nIf you want to know something else, you've gotta ask a better question.


how do i download free Direct X Version - DX7?

here you can download directx 7 \n\nhttp://www.oldversion.com/program.php?n=directx


I have a tax question about claiming a dependant??

I think the real question you should be asking is why am I taking care of a 20 year old when I'm 26?\n\nYou shouldn't even worry about him.  You should be out having fun, getting laid.\n\nHe's a grown man.  He should pay for himself.\n\n\nTake my advice now, because if you don't...\n20 years from now the IRS is going to be knocking on your door wanting to know about that 40 year old dependant you keep claiming on your tax returns.  And they have guns.\n\nSo send that loafer out into the street so he can finally grow up!


should the government be able to put ratings and age restrictions on music, movies and video games?

I believe they should be allowed to put ratings on music movies and video games (as they do)\nBut legally I believe it takes away our freedom to say we have to be a certain age to see or hear something.\n\nIm not saying they shouldnt put age restrictions on things, In fact I think they should be more strict about that, I just believe it takes away freedoms


How do I find what I need on the internet?

Do a search through yahoo or google. Try to get your message across as best as possible in as few words as possible. You will get more results the fewer words you use and less with the more you use. Go through the results and you should find several good resources with the information you need.


what are the recent books on multiple intelligences?

Linguistic intelligence ("word smart"):\nLogical-mathematical intelligence ("number/reasoning smart")\nSpatial intelligence ("picture smart")\nBodily-Kinesthetic intelligence ("body smart")\nMusical intelligence ("music smart")\nInterpersonal intelligence ("people smart")\nIntrapersonal intelligence ("self smart")\nNaturalist intelligence ("nature smart")


can i read offline masseges, i have lost thew same in yahoo massenger?

Not if you have not enabled message archiving in your messenger contacts tab. Even if you do this then it is system dependent wherein it saves it to your local system. So if you are using different computers while logging then different messages would be stored on different computers. But if you are using the same computer then you can retrieve the messages anytime. The only thing that you need to do is to click on the message archive option and deselect the option "Automatically delete files older than 10 days" (which is by default)and which is in the preferences option under the messages tab,otherwise your messages will get deleted after 10 days.


A banquet is "an elaborate, sumptuous repast" or "a ceremonial dinner honoring a particular guest or occasion"\n\nA banquette is "a platform lining a trench or parapet wall on which soldiers may stand when firing" or "a long upholstered bench placed against or built into a wall"


I had DSL for over 2yrs. and then i was dropped. They did not let me know,how can SBC be so heartless!?

They dropped you for a reason, my friend.  Call the toll free number located on your statement and find out why they no longer provide service.\n\nNote to a few of the others who answered: DSL is a form of broadband.  Broadband is a category, DSL is a service within that category.


where do i find the person ip address in full headers?

if you use yahoo mail its on the top of the message saying "show full headers" if other mail programs or webmails you should look for something similar saying "headers" "show headers" or like that. also some webmails dont have this option


What do you get when you buy a $23,000 shotgun?

A really nice piece of art...Hardly pratical


A mini tower is a small standing computer casing.


there are lots of different characteristics....but for sure I can't eat a thing ;-)\n\n( my gosh, I am getting fat :-D )


What is a block valve. Do they include ball valves and globe valves?

Any type of valve could be a block valve.  "Block" refers to the function of the valve, Ball, globe, gate valves all refer to the construction of the valve and the mechanism used for seating the valve.


What's a good way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon?


When jogging I feel pain in my leg ankle. Next morning it gets stift. Any remedies or recommendations? Thanks.

in your ankle or your shin[s]?\n\nif it's your shins [which are right above your ankle], then you've got shin splints. \n\nbest treatment for shin splints: ice it, and stretch the muscles there. if you've got a friend or family member who can help you, ask them to help you stretch your shins out.\n\nbasically, have them pull or push your feet in the opposite direction that you are pulling or pushing.\n\n[1] sit down with your legs in front of you. \n[2] have someone pull your feet towards themselves as you pull your feet towards yourself. [about 20 seconds]\n[3] have someone push your feet towards you as you push your feet towards them. [about 20 seconds]\n[4] have someone pull your feet outwards [toward the ground] as you try to keep them together. [about 20 seconds]\n[5] have someone push  your feet together as you try to pull them outwards [toward the ground]. [about 20 seconds]\n\nrepeat these exercises often, and make sure to ice!\n\noh, and make sure you've got the right kind of shoes for your sport/activity. in this case, make sure you have running shoes.


because of his talent, life story, music, movies, voice, good looks, sensuality, charisma, and good humor.\n\n“don’t criticize what you don’t understand, son. you never walked in that man’s shoes.” by elvis.


What does the phrase "my two cents" mean?

"My two cents" and its longer version "put my two cents in" is an American idiomatic expression used to preface the stating of one's opinion. By deprecationg the the opinion to follow — suggesting its value is only two cents, a very small amount — the user of the phrase hopes to lessen the impact of a possibly contentious statement, showing politeness and humility. The phrase is also used out of habit to preface uncontentious opinions.\n\nFor example: "If I may put my two cents in, that hat doesn't do you any favors." An example of the shortened version: "My two cents is that you should sell that stock now."\n\nThe phrase originates in betting card games, such as poker. In these games, one must make a small bet, or ante, before beginning play. Thus, the phrase makes an analogy between entering the game and entering a conversation.\n\n"Two cents" and its variations may also be used in place of the noun "opinion" or the verb phrase "state [subject's] opinion", e.g. "You had to put your two cents in, didn't you?"


If you're undeage it is. It's also illegal to drink while driving. And it's illegal to drink in many public places (such as a state park).


propagation constant, gamma. Is the numerator amplitude and the denominator distance??


How can I connect my psp to internet using my laptop as a "home" Wi-Fi hotspot?

Hmmmm. I apologize for trying to help. I know I "sound" intelligent, but how do you sound responding like that. \nI respect the lesson, but not the teacher.


is there a PSP downgrade from 2.6 to 1.5?

for the software you can try oldversion.com


You will get downloadable files from the link I have attached.


How many calories does a 185 man need to consume to maintain 185 pounds?

do a google search for "calorie calculator"


For the ultimate video editing/content creation I would suggest you get a Intel  Xeon  Processor 2.8Ghz to 3.2Ghz\nfeaturing 2x2MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB Dual-Core, with six DIMM slots support 512MB to to 16GB of dual-channel, ECC, registered DDR2 400MHz SDRAM memory. As for Video card a NVIDIA  Quadro  FX 4500 (PCIe x16 card, 512MB). Of course a decent sound card, firewire/usb, dvd-rw and misc components. This would be a very professional setup. If you are on a tight budget, you could get a top of the line AMD processor with plenty of RAM and a decent mid range video card.


is drinking too much cold water bad like under -5 degrees?

What I have always heard is that if you have been working outside alot, and you are hot, that you shouldn't drink really cold water because it can actually mess with your heart.  The cold water becomes a complete "shock" to the heart, and could do some bad for you.


should pittsburg steelers q.b. get charged for the 1st touchdown if he didnt go in?

He did get the touchdown, the front of the ball went across the line before he hit the ground.  As Ben went down, the ball went back across the other side of the line.  I don't think the ref would have been fooled by him putting it across after the play was over.  Doesn't really matter I guess, the game is over, it's not gonna get changed now.


we just started dating 1/15/06 I am head over hills?


How can you tell if you have real premonitions?

Real premonitions are rather specific. Everytime I have one I actually FEEL everything going on. I hear, taste, touch, and even smell in premonitions. I do not do so in dreams. Not all premonitions come true. Outcomes can be changed by forewarning people, or merely changing the situation.


Heard that "Daylight Saving" would be abolished from Canada from the year 2007, is it true?

I live in canada and they will not abolish the law they will change it. make it longer to fit with usa (sorry i dont know from what month to what month)


Well first of all you need to go back to the Dr.'s..it sounds like you have already been because you are on antibiotics, but has the dr. told you what you have?\nA cough that lasts that long usually turns into bronchitis or pnemounia..but seeing that you are treating it with medicine your doctor must have a diagnosis for you...also take a cough medicine syrup that will coat your throat..some cough drops..drink lots of fluids..and rest when possible..you should call your dr. back soon to let him know your status...hope you get well soon!!!


Is the world really going to explode in a couple of hundred years?


Where can download "The Secret World of Alex Mack"?

That's a very old TV show. I don't think you can download that anywhere. There was even a book series based on the TV show with the same name.


where can i find cigar pipe here in philippines or shop?

you can usually find one in a smoke shop


female gentile cercumcission and mutilation in egypt?

It scars them for life and robs them of their ability to enjoy sex EVER. AT ALL. There are no reasons or excuses that make that okay!


Is there a word made up entirely of silent letters? If so how would you pronounce it? (DUMB) “B” is silent!


what do you do if you like someone and they go with someone else?

well honey i dont know what to tell you that sucks just wait and see if they split up and that is what you really want please dont try to break them up because it will all come back on you eventually i truly believe that if it is meant to be it will be just sit back and let them know that you are intrested just dont freak out and let it consume you you will probaly find someone else and wonder what you thought of that person to begin with


are you a hobo, cause you look like one?

thank you wanna eat out the trash tonight


how many players have played on both the Red Sox and the Yankees?

There are a lot, baseball players mover around quite a bit.  Most notably, Wade Boggs, Roger Clemens, and Johnny Damon


is there a cite where I can get a chapter summary of each chapter in the book "blues People" by Leroi Jones?


Will "The 4400" be back on the air? And do you like the show?

The Status of it is a Returning Series which mean it will be back in late summer like it did last season and it's a good show i hope they repeat it on the SCI-FI channel


What is the first thing you look at a woman?

Her face, in terms of structure and expression.


I'm not sure but it sounds pretty hot!!!


Does your religion affect your politics ?

In some ways, I suppose, but I'm also a firm believer that you can pull enough things out of religious texts to easily support two opposing positions.\n\nHowever, my religion and my politics are compatible - I'm a reform Jew and a Democrat.  I mostly follow party line - I'm pro-choice, pro-seperation of church and state, anti-war, pro-gun control, anti-illegal wiretapping and so on, and (as I learned during a lobbying trip to D.C.) all of these ideas can be defended Judaically, but that's not the primary reason why I support them.  The one issue I can think of where my religious beliefs directly lead to my feelings on a policy issue is in my support of Israel (I'm not a hardliner - I just would like to see it be able to exist peacefully).


If I have a biz license, are others required to sell to me wholesale?

Your business license, or "Resale Permit" gives you the option to make purchases without paying sales tax until you re-sell them, nothing more.


is there a absolutely freee way to lookup who owns a cell phone number?

no, as of yet, there is no public directory, to prevent telemarketers


Condi .. the us-secretary of state .. where is she from .. Somalia in Africa ??

Your obviously an Idiot.  Condi Rice is from the US (Alabama if you want to be specific).  Whats wrong, does it bother that this black woman is more powerful and intelligent than you?


There is a girl i like in one grade higher than me. What should i get her for Valentines?

Well if she knows you like her and she likes you there are many things...candy, flowers, a book, treat her to lunch. If she does not know then maybe a Valentine's Day card asking her to be your Valentine. Good luck :)


Which beast who used to live was deadly in certain ways? (see details)?

Darn, I know this and cannot think of who it is! I will have to try to remember!


Computer Question: I want to convert a small bin file into an exe file?

Depends on what you used to create the bin file with - it will need linkage to the appropriate libraries.


why is japan's military force leaving iraq?

They are in a precarious situation. China and Korea, their neighbors, both have nuclear capabilities and are RIGHT NEXT DOOR. I would leave too.


who sings the country song with lyrics, "I don't know what she said, and blah blah blah?

Blaine Larsen  It's called "I Don't Know What She Said"


Desperation is a major turn-off.  Desperate people also get used.  So I recommend you turn your attention on yourself and build up your confidence.  Find yourself -- figure out what your values and priorities and interests are in life.  Get involoved in activities related to these things, and you will make friends with whom you have something in common.  Some of those friends will be females, and the friendship might develop into something more...\n\nYou have a better chance of a successful relationship if you really know yourself and have confidence enough to not "NEED" a girlfriend.  And it helps if the girl has similar values and interests, and if the relationship is based on a mutually respectful friendship.


Are performance statistics kept on knee implants (failure rates, etc)?

Yes. Try the manufacturer of the implant.  The Dr. can probably tell you that..or the Medical supplier.


Matthew 2:1-2  Now when Jesus was born in \n          Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the \n          king, behold, there came wise men FROM THE EAST \n          to Jerusalem, 2  Saying, Where is he that is \n          born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star \n          IN THE EAST, and are come to worship him. \n\nWhat is interesting, to me, is that the wise men were IN the East, and they saw a star in the East, which means they would have traveled AWAY from Bethlehem, not towards it. Furthermore, Herod is in Jerusalem, and the wise men are sent to Bethlehem by the Eastern Star, which, again, would send them in the wrong direction::\n\n          Matthew 2:3,7-9  When Herod the king had heard \n          these things, he was troubled, AND ALL JERUSALEM \n          with him....7  Then Herod, when he had privily \n          called the wise men, enquired of them diligently \n          what time the star appeared. 8  And he sent them \n          to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search diligently \n          for the young child; and when ye have found him, \n          bring me word again, that I may come and worship \n          him also. 9  When they had heard the king, they \n          departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in \n          the east, went before them, till it came and \n          stood over where the young child was.\n\nIf they were East of Jerusalem, or later, IN Jerusalem, and they followed a star in the East, they would not have wound up in Bethlehem......


Did you know that redheaded women are the sexiest creatures alive?

I liked your answer to my mouse flavored cat food. So I'd like to answer your question.  \n\nYou are obviously a sexy woman. You think of yourself as sexy.  That is the most sexy quality a woman can have.  It even comes across here.  madison43man@yahoo.com


what are the advanges of using steam turbine against electrical motor in driving rotating machinery?

well firstly you are using less electricity and also the steam is not polluting the atmosphere directly. apart from that there aren't really any other advantages i can think of


what are ways of expressing love without needing to say i love u?

Just be your self, don't try to get too much attention from him, because U could scare him and that only will make him run away from U.\nThe best way to show someone U're in love comes with the time of talking and seeing each other, and taking care of his problems and showing respect too.


How can anyone be pro-abortion and anti-death penalty at the same time?

Because their thinking and their sympathies are twisted.  A baby has done nothing to harm anyone.  Rapists, child molestores and murderers have.  \n\nI think the people that think murderers should be kept alive should be the ones to pay all their living expenses.


what are two members of the house of rep.?

Joe Baca, California and Xavier Becerra  California :)


do viruses creep in due to bugs in the operating system?if there is an ideal bugfree operating system?

Viruses are created by people who think it's fun to ruin everyone's computers.  They catch a flaw in the system and create a virus to capitalize on that flaw.  I don't think viruses can be completely eliminated, as there will always be virus creaters -- and they are quite smart.


Can I have a list of the different types of mental insanity?

Schitzophrenia is one...no it isn't, yes it is, no it isn't, yes it is!  I'll never be able to answer this question with you yelling in my ear...shut up, he asked me stupid.  No he didn't he asked me!!


With the use of Specialized Realsauna Product sold at www. Realsauna.com you will burn 3 times the amount of calories you burn in one day. Check it out. You'll be glad you did.\nRECOMENDED ONLY FOR FAST WEIGHT LOSS RESULT.


wHAT KIND OF WORKOUTS CAN I DO TO BIULD MUSCLES ON MY FOREARM AND LOWER ABBS AND SHOULDERS AND CALF MUSCLES?

Weight Training.  Here's a complete list of exercises:\n\nhttp://www.preventdisease.com/fitness/Strength_Exercises.html


what distinguishes a protein from a polypeptide?

In simple terms it is function. A protein is a polypeptide, but it is a polypeptide that does something. It has a purpose.\n\nYou can of course also have polypeptides that are just junk. They don’t do anything. Chemically they belong to the same class as proteins but they lack a function.\n\nJazzSinger said  “A polypeptide is a protein in the making”. That isn’t true, In fact most polypeptides are exactly the opposite: they are proteins in the process of being destroyed.  Food is loaded with non-protein polypeptides, not because proteins are being made in food but because the cooking process destroys proteins.


A Question NOONE has ever been able to answer in Yahoo?

You've probably already been to this page, but maybe if you explained to the customer service rep. they'll give you a password. Good luck!\n\nhttp://www.harcourtcanada.com/school/math/geometry/tg.htm


in what order do you elect officers to a club?

Consult "Roberts Rules of Order" the standard for running meetings and committees.  \n\nShould be available at library; some resources at link below:


How does the Greek Myths affect our lives today?

Look at modern religious tomes, most of what is in there is just re-worked fables from greek mythology.  When you study it not only do you see that but you can understand better where some words and phrases today come from.  Nike isn't just a word someone invented for those shoes you know.


both crude oil and the d j utilities index are breaking down today what does this mean?

It doesn't mean anything, it's just the natural fluctuation of the markets.


Being african american, how can i change stereotypes towards the latino community?

The community can only be changed one person at a time. Go out into the street (with a friend) and ask them what stereotype they have on the latin american community. Then ask them why. Then tell them all the ways that this stereotype is incorrect.


Do you support muslim reaction (protests) in Pakistan to the mohamed cartoons published in Denmark and France?

They are proving my point about Islam not being a religion of peace, especially since the so called peaceful Muslims are not even condemning the Embassie burnings and other violence.\n\nGee why is that?\n\nHeck im Anti-Abortion but me and my fellow Christians comdemn the murder of Abortion doctors.


i need NYU spinal cord contusion device for my research. can anyone tell the supplier details for this?

My guess is you need to contact the lab using this device at NYU. It is probably not manufactured for commercial use. I suggets you check with journals to see if its listed in the recent publications put out by this lab.\nThe best bet is to speak directly with the PI. You could also post to a message board for lab animal reearch. But this is specialized research and most likely an in-house proprietery solution.


What is a good persuasive speech topic for a high school project?

You can use topics such as Abortion, Smoking, Wearing Seatbelts, etc.


Jackie or the Soup Nazi!\n\nToss-up for me.\n\nlol


What is the difference between an Apple PowerBook and an iBook?

The Ibook series is more for the budget minded buyer who wants to get an apple, and the Power book is for those who don't really worry about price and are more concerned with performance. And the power books weigh less. \nhttp://www.apple.com/hardware/


Dear sweaty, I am all yours.\n\nDont worry If this year, you didnt celebrate your Valentine. I am sure next year & the rest of years you will have it for sure...!  :)\n\nCome on ..and celebrate the valentine day with me ONLINE. \n\nAny Info Please E-mail me on Bronzi_1980@yahoo.com.\n\nGood Luck


Tiger! Tiger! burning bright, in the forests of the night, what immortal hand or eye could frame thy fearful symmetry? -Blake


What can pigs, dogs and other animals taste, that humans can't?


I have a Willkie Campaign coin.  Do people collect these? Anyone know what it is worth?

Yes, campaign coins are indeed collectable. If you go to ebay and type in "campaign coins" that should give you an idea as to worth and then search for coin collectors in your area.


Growing pains, poor circulation... rheumatoid arthritis??

Some of the most common symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis are:\n\n    * Joint swelling. Especially in the small joints of the hands and feet.\n    * Joint tenderness, stiffness, and pain. Especially in the morning.\n\nIf you have these symptoms, contact your doctor. With proper treatment, rheumatoid arthritis can be controlled and you will probably only experience limited pain.


is the failure of prohibition a justification for legalizing marijuana?

Based on the HUGE trade deficit in the drug market, and the dollars spent fighting a losing war against drugs, and illeagal sales funding gang activity, I say let's make ALL drugs leagal and controlled like booze.  Sure some folks will overdose initially, but after a while things will calm down.


The average cold lasts 10-14 days (sorry!).  To have a speedy recovery, drink lots of water, take a multi-vitamin every day, and eat chicken soup (they've done studies that show it works).  You can also try taking ginger and garlic capsules- they can both help,  I've also heard a lot of people say Airborne works well too- make sure you rest!!!


I'm looking for a death notice for Charles Verderosa in Bayside, NY on Long Island?

If you're trying to determine whether or not someone has died and when they died, one place you can start is to search the Social Security Death Index. \n\nClick>>>http://ssdi.genealogy.rootsweb.com/


yo homeslice. doggy dogg. give the man some cheese. lol


What are some good ways to get back at a boss that fired you.without jail time.?

collect unemployment they still have to pay you some wages its money out of their pocket for you not working and sit around and enjoy the whole six months on it without a job


what type of criminals usually get community service?

People who commit non-violent misdemeanor type crimes, such as trespassing, vandalism.


which did you like better, LION KING or SHREK?

Lion KING\nshrek is just funny, lion king in my opinion has more substance.


Honestly,give me one good reason for the U.S`s invasion of middle east!?!?


can i plug a microphone into my pc and which make?

Well, the easiest way is to buy a microphone designed for use on a computer.  There are a lot of them available, and they normally start at about $5 and go up.\n\nThese microphones are all low-power condensor type of microphones.  They have about the same quality as the microphones built into a tape recorder.\n\nIf you want to go up a step higher, then you need a bit more equipment.  A Mixer Board (like a DJ uses) lets you plug in higher quality microphones.  They are more complex to get up and running, but if you want high quality, it is the best way to go.  I do this, and have a $250 Shure studio mic hooked up to my computer.


what is the latest info on Ariel Sharon's health?

I think he remains tubed and mechanically supported.


I haven't used it for anything like that but PhotoPlus is my default image program since I downloaded it free a few weeks ago. There's also a DrawPlus program listed. Check out the details on the site to see if one of them will work for you.


IE send link by E-mail , How this link can be in message , I dont like to type as attachment?

iam not clear of your question but still   it should work\n\nWRITE THE INTERNET LINK WITH in your e- mail "http://www.yahoo.com" and it will appear like http://www.yahoo.com


What should u do if your parents are rude and like listen in on your phone calls and stuff?

my generation didnt beleive in calling someone after 10 P.M. unless someone was in the hospital. \n\n12 year olds have no business being on the phone at that hour.\n\ntell her--you guys have PLENTY of time to grow up..experience love, get married--babies--etc. for right now work on the best "you" that you can be. develop your talents and skills.


How can I get a scholarship for my P.H.D. Am in Uganda.?

Try searching scholorships online. Just type in scholorships and you will find more information than you ever cared to find. There are scholorships for religons, sprots, volunteering, specific majors and different coutries as well I'm sure. Hope it works out for you and good luck.


Receptive (adjective) \nWilling to listen to and accept new ideas and suggestions.


what do you think about the future etller ,do u think we can believe them ?


Can U tell me what other websites I can use for research tools?

Go your local university and ask if you can use ebscohost or nexus search


What is happening in a water filled beaker after NaCl is added?

By a particle diagram, do you mean a graph? If you do, then draw a graph with an X (time) and Y (concentration) axis. When you put NaCl into water, the concentration of NaCl will be 100%. But as time goes by, the NaCl molecules will be pulled away from each other by polar water molecules (NaCl concentration will decrease), causing the appearance of a Na concentration and a Cl concentration. These two concentrations will increase from zero. I believe the slope of the two latter elements will be (theoretically) the same. So basically you should have two lines (increasing NaCl line and one line (which actually includes the 2 separate lines for Na and Cl because they are the same) for Na and Cl crossing each other like an X.


what are the jobs of privates to generals?

Privates have no command function unless ordered otherwise or if every NCO is dead and a PFC is left.\n\nPFCs (Private First Class) have been known to lead fire-teams in combat situations, but this isn't common. A fire team is four men nowadays- one machine gunner, a loader, a grenadier, and a spotter/rifleman.\n\nLance Corporals and Corporals serve in Fire Teams but can also lead them.\n\nSeargents are in charge of Fire Teams or Squads, depending on their seniority and sub-class (Master Sgt, Staff Sgt, Sgt. Major, Gunnery Seargent). Squads are two or three fireteams.\n\nLieutenants lead platoons (three or four squads, around 40 men), or act as second in command for companies or platoons.\n\nCaptains lead companies (2 platoons, around 100 men).\n\nMajors are often administrative jobs, but they can lead battalions, although it doesn't happen a lot.\n\nLight colonels (aka half colonel, lieutenant colonels) and full colonels (aka bird colonels) lead battalions, which is four companies of 400 men or more. It used to be that full colonels lead regiments of 1000 men, but fighting has evolved past using such large numbers.\n\nBrigadiers lead brigades of around 3000 men, but they can be assigned to any task. This applies to all other generals.\n\nMajor generals often are in charge of divisions, which can be as many as 10,000 troops. Lieutenant generals also can lead divisions.\n\nFour stars are never in command roles.


Slash and burn allows people to take temporary profit from the rainforest but at the sacrifice of thousands of years of evolution and natural development.  There have probably been hundreds of cures for cancer that will never have a chance because those species that had it are gone.\n\nGoing, going, gone.\n\nIf the rich of the world would help the poor they wouldn't need to slash and burn the forests.


what medicine do I take for frequency of urination?

See your physician for diagnosis and treatment.  He or she may refer you to a urologist.


I am searching for the SR-Bikes company that makes Mountain Bikes?

Perhaps you are thinking of SR Suntour.  They make components for bikes but I don't think they make bikes.\n\nHere is the SR Suntour weblink:http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/standard.xml?vpID=113


can you give me everythihng on david beckham...including the site you got it from?

Try http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_beckham & http://www.beckham-magazine.com/#


how can i send an online love song to friend?

record it, save it as a file on our computer, and send it through email. or try www.hallmark.com 's free ecards. =)


How can I stop comparing myself to other women?

You need to pull out the good qualities about yourself when you start to experience those thoughts and feelings.\n\nFor some reason you are feeling insecure about yourself.  \n\nWhat is it that is making you feel less of who you are?  Because if you were feeling good about yourself you wouldnt have these thoughts.\n\nAre you feeling like you have less self esteem about your self?  Because when we start to compare ourselves to others and get deppresed we are actually feeling certain things about ourselves that we are not happy with.  \n\nLike for example, I begin to compare myself to my husband and I see all these great qualities about him and all his talents and acheievments.  I than start to feel less of me and think ...wow....he sure is smart, talented, funny..etcetc...and what about me?  \n\nI than have to look in the inside of me and see why I am feeling that way.  Its almost like a jealous reaction I get.  So,,,,,I dig into my inner self and think why?  I than realize that maybe I am not feeilng so great about myself because I am suffereing from insecurties about myself.\n\nMake sense?\n\nYou are more than you are giving your self credit for!


i m confused about him?was he flirt? was he sincere?

He was using you.  He told you it was your fault to make you feel back and take the blame off of himself.  He's not worth your time.  Especially if he is abusive.


I am on Social Sec, had to Draw $13,000.00 from my mutual fund. Will this affect my Social Security payments??

Hi again, Stef. The $13,000 is not income per se. The interest you made on the principle (the original amount you deposited into the fund) is income. I do not know what you re doing with the dividends you make on the fund. Are you reinvesting it? Unless you are talking big, big, bucks here in dividends, you have no worries. However, I am concerned that you were charged so much for an 8 year old car.


Why Americans think that they are innocent and they are the most affected people on the world by terrorism?

My answer is not going to be liked but.......Americans are self absorbed and greedy. They are a fast food, drive through pharmacy, no time to breath culture that has no respect for anything that does not prersonally effect them. They refuse to see the rest of the worlds struggles. Yes I am American but wow, how this country has gotten this way I don't know. When the bombing happend in England, I heard people say..."that was no 9-11 though" Absolutely ridiculous, death is death and struggle is struggle. There have been terroristic holy wars for decades that people refuse to see unless it is in their back yards. My opinion, agree or not.


What is the high school basketball player graduate rate?

For college:\n\nBasketball players lag in graduation rates\n\nBy Steve Wilstein\nThe Associated Press\n\nFor all the profits and fun of the men's NCAA basketball tournament, too many players wind up with nothing more than memories.\n\nA study released Monday showed that 10 of the schools in this week's round of 16 have failed to graduate even half of their players in recent years. Black players are less likely than whites to finish their careers with degrees, according to the study of NCAA graduation rates.\n\nButler posted the best numbers and Oklahoma had the worst. They play each other Friday in the East Regional semifinals.\n\nButler, a small private school in Indianapolis, graduated 86 percent of its basketball players and all of its black players over a six-year period starting with the 1995-96 season. Oklahoma had a zero graduation rate, although the school challenged the criteria as misleading.\n\nA school is credited with graduating students within six years of their freshman year, and is not credited for transfers or junior college players who may get their degrees.\n\n"Our graduation rate is 100 percent," Oklahoma coach Kelvin Sampson said. "That freshman class (1995-96) was Bobby Joe Evans and Michael Cotton, and they both graduated - Bobby Joe from here and Michael from Boston College.\n\n"They can stereotype us all they want, but the bottom line is our kids are graduating."\n\nCalling the results "disturbing," the study by Richard Lapchick of the Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport at the University of Central Florida found:\n\n• Five of the 16 teams had graduation rates a third to a half lower than the school's overall athletic graduation rates.\n\n• Six schools had graduation rates for black basketball players a third to three-quarters lower than overall athletic rates.\n\n• Only three schools - Butler, Duke and Kansas - graduated at least two-thirds of their black basketball players, while just those and two others - Marquette and Notre Dame - graduated at least two-thirds of all basketball players.\n\n• Only six schools graduated at least 50 percent of all basketball players, and seven graduated at least half of their black players.\n\nMen's basketball, where 57 percent of the players are black, has the worst graduation rates of all college sports, Lapchick said, with 58 of the 328 Division I teams failing to graduate a single black player in six years.\n\n"It is a nightmare waiting to be fixed," said Lapchick, one of the nation's leading sports sociologists.\n\nThe study lends support to NCAA president Myles Brand's drive to reward or punish schools by tying the number of scholarships to graduation rates.\n\n"It confirms what we've known for some time," Brand said. "It shows why we need to take steps in order to correct the situation through a clear and fair policy of incentives and disincentives."\n\nLapchick said schools would "do themselves an enormous favor" if they used the type of system Brand favors.\n\n"I think he's got a moment in time, where there have been enough scandals happening, to try to mobilize college presidents to say this is an embarrassment to us as a group. We have this window here, let's use it to do something real.\n\n"The challenge is that there are going to be a lot of powerful coaches who will argue that this would deny opportunities, particularly to African-American students who wouldn't be able to come to their schools under a system like that."\n\nLapchick said that under Brand's plan those players who did go to college would be more likely to graduate.\n\nLapchick also favored making freshmen ineligible to play, saying they often fall behind in the classroom and have trouble catching up.\n\n"If freshmen were ineligible you also wouldn't have kids who are going there to play for a year or two and then turn pro because the


will the terrorism in india caused by pakistani militents ever be brought in front of world in its true state?

All I know is India and Pakistan have a region between them called Jamo & Kashmir and they fight there like hell.\nSo what's the point?\nI hope they don't end up nuking each other. I really like India.


They say cooking kills bird flu virus. Will touching raw chicken before cooking cause infection?

Yes touching raw chicken contaminated with the bird flu virus can make you sick. I would say that it is best to wear gloves during preparation, wash hands thoroughly before and after preparation, disinfect surfaces that had contact with the raw poultry. You should also make sure  that the raw poultry does not drip unto other foods that will be eaten raw.


Riddle: What is the only thing that you can see but has no mass??

There's more than one: light, a hole, darkness, and shadows to name a few.  Also a hallucination.\n\n*Yankeesrock26ws, air actually does have mass, it's just that it's effectively constant on Earth so we tend not to notice it.\n\nhandsome_stranger wrote:\n>>>actually light can be changed to mass so i think it is not a good >>>answer\nBut then it's not light anymore.


does anybody know really good science fair projects for 8th or 9th grade students?

Do a hydroponic experiment.  it shows how the prospect of food shortages can be addressed.


Why does Windows File Protection keep asking for my setup CD?

I run all the same programs. First log onto Windows up date and make sure you have ALL of the available updates for XP(especially the security ones,you may be surprised if there are a lot).You may have to disable Adware to do this. Then make sure you are running Nortons fire wall and not the Windows default firewall(this is usually done automatically upon Norton set-up). Make sure you run live update on Norton Program every day that you log on to the internet. Do not trust Any Auto up-date programs! Run A full virus scan manually now and no less than once per week. Then see about reloading your set-up program. If this does not work, Try resetting your computer to the very first day you installed XP and repeat the above procedures. Somewhere, something in your setup program has been removed. If you continue to have this problem, E-mail Microsoft's Help Desk. GOOD LUCK!


Do women throw blanket parties in their barracks in bootcamp?

Don't believe what you see in the movies (Full Metal Jacket).  Boot camp is physically and mentally demanding.  When the lights go out at taps, so do you.  Lights out at 10 reveille at 430.  All you want to do is sleep.


It comes from "mon Vaticanus", Latin for Mount Vatican, the place that the Papal palace was built.


Ok..I have no money to buy a valentines day gift for the hubby, any ideas that he wont think is cheesy?

Like I said before :)\n\nGood old fashion SEX and his favorite meal.  \n\nI'm sure your hubby would be happy with those two things too  :)


Any Baltimore Orioles Lovers? If so who is your favorite player.?


How do you cure a spider infestation problem?

Spider Control Web Sites:\n\nhttp://www.montana.edu/wwwpb/pubs/mt9210.html\nhttp://www.focusedxterm.com/pest-control-tips.html\nhttp://www.arachnology.be/pages/Pestcontrol.html\nhttp://www.planetnatural.com/site/xdpy/kb/spider-control.html\nhttp://ces.ca.uky.edu/lyon/anr/Brown%20Recluse%20Spider%20Control.htm\nhttp://www.camelspiders.net/spider-control.htm\nhttp://www.uky.edu/Ag/Entomology/entfacts/struct/ef623.htm\n\nA good place to start is by identifying the type of spider that is biting you. Then try to locate specific information on the habits of that spider (like where it nests, preferred environment, et cetera). Then follow management tips from pest control experts. Best thing to do is call a reputable pest control company in your area.\n\nGood luck.


Who is Phillip Quigley?Was he the CEO of Pac BEll?

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