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The 2013 Four Continents Championships takes place from Friday, February 8, to Sunday, February 10, in Osaka, Japan. Stay tuned to this page for the results of the pairs competition.Four Continents: Full schedulePAIRS (final standings)1. Meagan Duhamel/Eric Radford CAN – 199.18 VIDEO2. Kirsten Moore-Towers/Dylan Moscovitch CAN – 196.78 VIDEO3. Marissa Castelli/Simon Shnapir USA – 170.10…

Some apartment complexes love pets and their owners, others do not. A blanket policy in a large complex may not be easy to circumvent. Single rental units such as a duplex or other private house or apartment may have more lenient policies but finding the right mix can be tricky. Dogster.com offers some advice to…

The second inauguration for President Barack Obama was wonderful, touching, inspiring, and filled with amazing speeches and performances by some of the top singers in the world, including, Kelly Clarkson, James Taylor, and Beyonce’.The United States Marine band accompanied some of the performers and they were asked to accompany Beyonce’ as she sang the National…

Second in a series of articles on Black culture during Black History Month, inventors are featured. This follows African-American heritage: Medicine.Nine inventors, mostly little-known by the general public, who were/are distinguished in their respective fields: Garrett A. Morgan (3/4/1877 – 7/27/1963), received formal education only through the sixth grade. In 1914, he received a patent…

It was announced in a press release late Wednesday that the Atlanta Dream will begin its sixth WNBA regular season in 2013 with a home game against the Tulsa Shock on Saturday, May 25.Atlanta’s WNBA team finished out 2012 with a disappointing Eastern Conference semi-final loss in three games to the eventual WNBA Champions Indiana…

Last night, in select theaters nationwide, many Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K) fans laughed hysterically at the encore live event Manos: The Hands of Fate put on by the guys at Rifftrax. Rifftrax is the evolution of MST3K after the television show was cancelled on Comedy Central. Rifftrax takes terrible movies and audibly makes fun…

“Revenge” exploded back to the screen on Jan. 6 with the all-new episode, “Power.”In this gripping installment, the wheels of revenge keep on turning, to a passionate reprise for Emily (Emily VanCamp) and Daniel (Josh Bowman) and a shocking, tragic end for Jack (Nick Wechsler). At this point, everyone’s fates hang in a delicate balance…

It’s Thursday, in the great city of Pittsburgh. You maybe asking yourself, what’s one to do on a Thursday night that’s for the Grown and Sexy. Cioppino, located at 2350 Railroad St, Pittsburgh, PA 15289, Neighborhood: Strip District, (412) 281-6593 Here’s their cyber address, www.cioppinoofpittsburgh.com.Cioppino, on a Thursday has everything from, good music, food and…

According to a Feb. 8 report from MMA Fighting, the upcoming Invicta FC 5 card continues to take shape with the announcement of two high-profile bantamweight bouts.In the first, former Strikeforce champion Sarah Kaufman will take on Leslie Smith. The other will see Kaitlin Young face Amanda Nunes.Young, who is 7-7-1 overall, went 1-2-1 in…

I ran up to NYC this week to see a fascinating exhibit at the New York Public Library about Lunch Hour in NYC. The whole concept of a midday lunch is actually a modern invention that came about during the Industrial Revolution.As they described, Colonial American mealtimes were originally based on English rural life, with…

This article talked about sequel music. In it, no mention was made of the longest-lasting franchise in history because it was thought to deserve an article of its own. We are of course talking about Agent 007, James Bond.Here is an outrageously famous theme that has survived twenty-five incarnations, and been in the hands of…

A nation can be measured by how it treats its children and elderly, so I have been told. Unfortunately, America’s treatment of both is woefully disgraceful and the children become blameless victims.The animal kingdomThe National Geographic Channel is a wonderment of natures’ natural selections. Female bears will defend their young with prowess, teeth, and claws….

I see and experience something new every time I visit the Walt Disney World Resorts and Theme Parks. Though it is a large piece of property filled with lost of things to see and do, it is also because the engineers and dream makers working at Disney. They are continually coming up with new and…

You have tried making resolutions in January…and they last until February. So how about 13 easy “tips” (not “resolutions”) for a better year in 2013 (or any year)? You can start one any day of the year, and if it doesn’t work one day, pick another one or try again tomorrow!1. Stop Caring – about…

It hasn’t happened since 1415. 77 years before Columbus set sail for the new world. 94 years before Henry VIII established the Episcopal Church, defying papal authority. A pope has decided to abdicate his office rather than be removed. Citing poor health, Pope Benedict XVI announced to the Catholic and religious world that he is…

The new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee has an impressive array of appealing new features, but two in particular stand out by delivering vastly improved fuel economy and driving performance. Until now, just two engines were available in the Grand Cherokee. Good as the current V-6 and V-8 are, many Jeep enthusiasts have been asking for…

There is much to do in Santa Fe year ’round but when it’s chilly outside, you’ll find some welcoming retreats from the wind and spitting snow.Museum Hopping – Whether you are downtown, in the historic district, or headed for Museum Hill, you’ll need to schedule at least a day or two to enjoy some of…

On Tuesday, President Obama will meet at the White House with a number of labor leaders, business leaders and CEOs as part of his ongoing push for comprehensive immigration reform. The President will lay out how his plan for immigration reform in 2013 feeds into his larger goals for economic recovery, job growth and international…

“A Catered Affair” is a sweet, intimate musical perfectly suited to the kind of setting that Stagecrafters 2nd Stage – upstairs in the Baldwin Theatre – can give it.The original production was nominated for three Tony Awards when it ran on Broadway in 2008. The book by Harvey Fierstein, with music and lyrics by John…

The engaging and ever-popular Kaliko Beamer-Trapp returns to Malalo i ka Pō Lani, Hawaiian Culture Night on Mauna Kea, to present on the importance of preserving language to preserve culture. The talk will include an overview of Hawaiian etymology, and how words shape our thoughts.The one-hour program is on Saturday, January 19, at the Ellison…

Getting into the lead in a PGA Tour event isn’t hard – just string together a couple of good rounds early in the week – but hanging on to that lead can be difficult, as San Bruno’s James Hahn and his Humana Challenge co-leader, Robert Castro, a second-year PGA Tour pro from Atlanta, discovered over…

If you are looking for a Valentine’s gift for a loved one who loves animals, think about making a donation to Angel Dog Rescue (ADR) in Georgetown, Georgia to help with the medical and boarding costs for Mindy – one of the many homeless dogs that ADR rescues each year. Here is Mindy’s story (from…

As frustrating as the gridlock in Washington may be to most Americans we must keep in mind that this is the way it is supposed to work and that the gridlock is actually a good thing. While government efficiency is desirable when the government is administering a service, efficiency is less desirable when it comes…

Each Tuesday evening, owner/chef Michael Clark and Chef Cole of Michael’s on Main match the dinner menu with Santa Cruz Mountain wineries and breweries, local produce and area seafood. A sumptuous buffet complements the food, contributing to the chosen theme of the evening. Enjoy live music and meet guest local chefs and wine reps.Michael and…

It has been almost 4 years to the day when a small group of Americans came together to protest the explosion of our government. The lack of representation on both sides of the aisle sparked what was considered the greatest uprising of a “UNITED Grassroots Citizen” movement in order to protest an out-of control government….

A Daily Word from the Word for Monday, February 25, 2013 “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.” – John 1:14 “And the Word became flesh.” If this verse stopped here, it would…

Lindy Ruff, the longest tenured coach in Buffalo Sabres history, was “relieved of his duties” according to a tweet from the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday, Feb. 20.Darcy Regier, General Manager of the Bufalo Sabres, in a live press conference on WGRZ Channel 2 on the Wednesday, Feb. 20 5:00 p.m. broadcast had this to say…

You’ve had a long busy day, and you would like to make a tasty main course without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Short on time doesn’t have to mean low in flavor. If you’re in a pinch, try this fast and tasty Vegetarian Japanese chicken recipe, which can be served up in…

Valentine’s Day is just ten days away; yet still plenty of time to plan that romantic outing for two. This year, celebrate cupid’s holiday on a date at the spa and enjoy a relaxing couple’s massage together.Not just for special occasions, although a couple’s massage is a great treat for Valentine’s Day or anniversaries, it…

Cult or religion — what distinguishes one from the other?Within a healthy religious environment, family bonds are encouraged by the leader, and the questioning of beliefs and doctrines is accepted. The leader lives in a similar manner to the followers. People are offered all the information necessary to make an educated decision about joining the…

Gather round and forward this to your Kentucky and Cincinnati friends because there are important indie shows in Louisville during these dark rainy days of early 2013. Remember when Belle and Sebastian performed at the Brown Theater and the weather was so bad that the theater was practically empty? Locals are aware that the weather…

VIP productions is auctioning off an outfit that belonged to one of the best villains Spartacus (and possible television in general) has had during its three year run – Ilithyia. As the series continued the blonde haired beauty, played by Viva Bianca, began to show different layers to her personality and her presence stirred the…

The Galaxy have signed Robbie Keane, Mike Magee, Brian Perk and Colin Clark to new deals.Robbie Keane has one year remaining on his contract, but agreed to a new two year contract. The Irish forward said “It’s been a long season, with the Euros and what have you. I’ve a few little niggles that need…

Some kids are easier to school at home than others—just as some kids are easier in the classroom than others. Taking them out of a traditional brick and mortar classroom doesn’t make them easier to teach; it just means that their problems fall on their parents, who have more individual time and attention to give…

On Thursday a rare thing happened in a Texas court room involving a juvenile defendant named Jacob “Jake” Evans, 17. He confessed to murder and gave up his motive.Evans confessed to murdering his mother Jami and his sister Mallory without opening his mouth, as his statement to police was admitted into evidence and public record…

Are you feeling some winter time blues? Start planning some fun weekend getaways from Atlanta to recharge your energy. On Saturday, March 16th from (10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.) the 60th annual Christ Church Tour of Homes will take place in St. Simons Island and Sea Island. This is a really fun event in Georgia’s golden isles…

Poets in the greater Spokane area have an opportunity to participate in a national writing contest.The Sandpoint, ID publisher Lost Horse Press is now accepting entries for their annual Idaho Prize for Poetry competition. One winner will receive $1,000 in cash and get his or her book-length collection of poems published.A press release sent out…

At a recent Goldman Sachs Technology and Internet Conference GameStop CFO Robin Lloyd said that 60 percent of gamers would not buy a console that blocked access to used games. When reports surfaced that the next Xbox will not allow access to used games the reactions from gamers ranged from mild indifference to vehement anger….

So you’re in a relationship. Maybe it’s a new relationship where you are just getting to know a person. Maybe you are married and already made that commitment. Or perhaps you are in the serious dating stages where you wonder if this person in the real deal and should you take the next step and…

The National Rifle Association was out late yesterday with a blistering criticism of House Bill 1588 which would require “universal background checks” on all firearms transactions in Washington State, and Examiner has learned that the Gun Owner’s Action League of Washington “will take a similar tone” in this evening’s on-line edition of The GOAL Post.The…

This is what is called celebrating your birthday, in style. Anaheim Ducks’ rookie winger Kyle Palmieri turned 22 on Feb 1, 2013. He also played left wing on a new line which was centered by Bobby Ryan, and featured future hall of famer Teemu Selanne on right wing. The result was absolutely splendid.The Wild scored…

We remember Patty Andrews who at age 94 died yesterday in California. She was the last surviving member of the Andrews Sisters.During a time when teenagers were doing the jitterbug and Uncle Sam was asking young men to enlist, The Andrews Sisters were America’s most popular female singing group. Patty, the youngest sister, was a…

The 2013 SuperDraft is only one developing story around Major League Soccer as the new season rapidly approaches. The Columbus Crew have been posting regular profiles of possible draft targets to their website, and Duncan Oughton has been updating followers on Twitter from the player combine. Outside this main attraction, however, the team has been…

Oscar night in Hollywood brings out the stars to walk the red carpet in gorgeous outfits, some of whom are hoping to take the little golden statute home with them at the end of the evening. Here in Chicago, the glamorous and the generous come out to walk the red carpet, watch the Oscars, and…

Everyone makes mistakes at the office, and in their careers. But, as in our personal lives, some mistakes are deadlier than others.Don’t let these five career mistakes derail your career.Burning bridges along the way. So often, fields are small ponds – everyone knows each other (or at least knows of each other). Having a stellar…

The American Kennel Club announced the most popular dog breeds in the United States on January 30.And the winner is… America’s most popular dog for 2013 is the Labrador retriever.This frisky breed has held the number one position for 22 years, and if they can hold out one more year, they’ll break a streak once…

Update filed January 14, 2013 at 4:30 pm ESTIn Rhode Island Fourth District Court this afternoon, Judge Mary McCaffrey ruled that Rhode Island’s Social Host Law is constitutional and that former Chariho School Committee member Terri Serra is guilty under the law as written. Richmond prosecutor Michael Cozzolino requested Serra receive jail time. However, McCaffrey…

In April 2010, Steve Jobs unveiled Apple’s eagerly-anticipated mobile advertising platform, iAd. Promising to change mobile advertising as we knew it, Jobs painted a vivid portrait of the future he envisioned. It was a bold prediction that, three years later, has largely come true… for Android.Shortly after Steve Jobs passed away in October 2011, The…

It was 50 years ago this November that the president of the United States was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. Most Americans alive today were not even born then, but to those who were, the memories are still vivid. In so many ways, that was the day the earth stood still. This year will see observances…

Whether it’s getting gunned-down by gunfire, or succumbing to a zombie virus, two new theatrical film releases promises to supply a significant body count in different ways. While one movie might be a very unconventional love story set against the back-drop of a zombie apocalypse, the other is an expected experience from the star headlining…

Hackers took over the official Twitter account of Burger King early on the morning of Monday, Feb. 18, 2013. The hackers attempted to make it look as if Burger King had been bought out by McDonald’s by making the profile pic into the McDonald’s logo and changing the cover photo and background into food served…

There were three big winners Monday at the 4th Annual $10,000 Timacuan Scramble at Timacuan Golf & Country Club.One was the winning team of Rick Cochran, Mark Silvers, Jason Millard and Chase Naramore, who shot 19-under-par 53, then defeated three other teams in a sudden-death playoff with a birdie on the par 3 16th.The second…

If you’re not a certifiable gadget geek, then the name Mobile World Congress will probably mean nothing to you. But if all the major electronics manufacturers have anything to do with it, all of the brand new smartphones and tablets they introduced there this week will soon be household names like Samsung Galaxy and iPhone.While…

Chances are, you have. The tales of norovirus outbreaks on cruise ships over the last year or so has some people wondering what goes on when there is an outbreak. Add to this the recent disaster on the Carnival Triumph, you are certain to have questioned how health concerns are handled while at sea. Then…

When former Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle and his friend Chad Littlefield were murdered Saturday at a gun range, anyone who has followed the gun rights/”gun control” debate for any length of time knew that forcible citizen disarmament advocates would waste little time in doing with this tragedy what they do with every other high…

Veronica Lake, as Connie, needs a man, but not only for the usual reasons. She owns the Circle 66 ranch, left to her by a fiancé, Walt, whom Frank Ivey (Preston Foster) ran out of town. She might have gone with, but she is a rather complex character, at times strident, at times soft and…

Fresh off a first-half North Division title in 2012, the Tulsa Drillers have shook things up heading into the 2013 season.Kevin Riggs, the team’s hitting coach last year, will replace Duane Espy as the manager. Espy has been promoted and will serve as the Supervisor of Double A Development, a new position developed by Tulsa’s…

About a week ago I saw a posting from a young-lady stating the following.”My ex-boyfriend would make it seem as though he could get any girl he wanted. I always felt so (lucky) to have him. Not just him, I have had a history of boyfriends who made me feel precisely this way.My exes always…

A favorite night spot in Manchester is Strange Brew Tavern located just off Elm St. This local hotspot has been voted best of, well, just about anything to do with a bar – NH Magazine’s Best Beer Selection; multiple categories from the Hippo press including “Bar for Live Music” and many more. One of the…

When the Chicago Bulls claimed guard Daequan Cook off of waivers in early January Bulls fans were pleased. Chicago’s three-point shooting regressed greatly after the team moved three-point threat Kyle Korver to Atlanta in the offseason.Cook was caught up in a numbers game while a member of the Houston Rockets and wasn’t able to see…

Genghis Grill has been around since 1998, but the franchise finally invaded The Columns of Jackson in Spring of 2012. It’s touted as do-it-yourself stir-fry, which didn’t sound particularly appealing to me at first. Finally, a few weeks ago, my daughter convinced me that I absolutely had to try it. She also agreed to walk…

According to an article on the online BuzzFeed website former Fox News host and political commentator Glenn Beck announced yesterday that he’s relaunching The Blaze TV network as a global libertarian news network.As most Dallas/Ft. Worth residents know Beck moved to the Metroplex in July 2011 after leaving Fox with a promise to “build a…

Unless you have been living under a rock the past 3 years, you already know that education based marketing is the most critical component to creating content that hooks prospects online. Unfortunately, not everyone is gifted with great writing skills and a seemingly bottomless supply of great ideas for blog posts.One thing I have noticed…

With Valentine’s Day being only a day away, men are scrambling last minute to figure out how to celebrate the holiday with their love ones. The expectations of the female counterpart are only growing bigger and bigger. It is indeed a rat race out there. It is very fascinating how people wait until holidays like…

Promethean Light Media (PLMedia) has successfully launched the Indiegogo campaign for Scribehead (a tool that connects people in entertainment to the rest of the world in a more interactive way, integrates social networking, automated keyword searching and a database of professionals into a single, powerful web community like nothing the entertainment world has ever seen)….

Obesity is the most prevalent nutritional disorder among children and adolescents in the United States. Approximately 21-24% of American children and adolescents are overweight, and another 16-18% is obese. Considering budget cuts and time restraints in schools across the nation in addition to the elimination or reduction of physical education, schools are searching to find…

Initial reviews are mixed about the new Microsoft Surface Pro that went on sale Feb. 9, both about the device and the demand for it. But one thing is sure, the Pro enters a tablet market that is growing rapidly and is highly competitive. The challenge to the Pro is to get a viable piece…

Word has come down that the esteemed Daytime Dramas; One Life To Live and All My Children, are finally up for reboot on the internet.When I think of the millions of viewers who have waited all this time for Prospect Park to do as they promised, this is welcome news indeed and it is with…

On New Year’s Day, everyone is thinking about new beginnings, implementing new resolutions and how to improve their lives in the year ahead. Magickal practitioners who are looking to improve their lives also look to specific deities that they can connect with in order to make manifest their desires. In ancient Rome, the month of…

Welcome to the snaptwig.com college basketball rankings, where Examiners from all over the nation vote for their Top 25 college basketball teams. Examiners sent in their weekly polls on Feb. 11, ranking the Top 25 college basketball teams in the country.The best teams in the country continue to struggle. Kansas dropped three games in a…

The Obama gun photo making rounds online this weekend was actually taken at Camp David up in Maryland back in August 2012, before the latest round of high-intensity, post-Newtown gun control debate began ramping up. In the photo, President Barack Obama is seen holding a shotgun eye-level and firing straight ahead, with a cloud of…

January 2013 offers moviegoers a wide variety of large studio movies and small studio offerings, covering diverse genres from horror to comedy to police procedurals. Just in time to fill downtime after the holidays, several future blockbusters are scheduled for release alongside low-budget flicks. Among them are a few notable big names and a handful…

The circus comes to East Baltimore in the form of the democratic processIt was a process that on paper looks as easy as baking cake, yet the seven members tasked with filling the seat vacated by the death of Delegate Hattie Harrison apparently aren’t very good chefs? Consistently touted and defended as a fair process,…

Jacob Young, who portrayed JR Chandler on “All My Children” before its cancellation, has no plans at this time to return to the internet revival of “AMC,” Soap Buzz News reported on Feb. 4.When asked if there were any possibility of his return to portray bad boy JR Chandler on “All My Children,” Young answered,…

Academy Award-winning actress Sandra Bullock will accept the first-ever award for “Favorite Humanitarian” at the “People’s Choice Awards 2013,” according to a Jan. 8, 2013 press release from CBS Television Network. The”People’s Choice Awards” will be broadcast live from the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Jan. 9 (9-11 p.m., live ET/delayed PT)…

Tamsin: “Did someone spike your brewski?”Dyson: “Dude this one time that totally happened. I got to be Kenzi. Nailed it.”“ConFaegion” is the newest episode of Lost Girl. Warning this article does contain spoilers. To refresh your memory on what happened last time, click here. Check out the slideshow for more quotes from the episode. Lost…

Michelle Lechuga grew up in a close knot Mexican-American family with a strong work ethic.She did not learn English until she was 5 years old. It is apparent that she took to heart the message in the classic children’s book, The Little Engine that Could. She grew up ‘thinking she could” as is the mantra…

Could this actually be Larry Cedar’s first Shakespearean role?If so, is he out of his mind?No disrespect is intended to the man who is a stage and TV/film veteran and a mainstay in productions for the Colony Theatre and – when it’s operating at least – the Reprise Theatre Company. Pop culturalists will probably recognize…

A new winter season opened this month in Naples, and collectors found a remarkably intact art scene when they arrived in the Third Street South gallery district.Gone from the district are Antinori Gallery, RAPT Art & Design, Dominique Boisjoli Fine Art and Dennison-Moran Gallery. Dennison-Moran has moved back to Fifth Avenue South. While Dominique Boisjoli-Dickson’s…

Joe McGinnis literally wrote the book on the Jeffrey MacDonald murders. McGinnis has written what he says is the last word on the case.In “Fatal Vision: The Last Word on Jeffrey MacDonald,” McGinnis reveals that in “United States of America v. Jeffrey R. MacDonald” has lasted for 42 years and there is at least four…

When Brian “Lucky” Kebic first hooked up with Executive Golf and its Slammer Tour, he was blown away by the total package of services and events offered by the virtual golf club.“EG extended a special offer to the members of the old NDHQ Golf Association when it ceased to operate in 2007 and I decided…

Almost all preppers know the prepper basics. That is, they should:Collect and store food, water, and medical supplies.Have dependable cars, full tanks of gas, and bug out plans.Have plans for communications and for security.Develop the type of skills they may need during emergencies or disasters.Have the tools and equipment they most likely will need.There are,…

After a brief hiatus following Free Week Austin due to seasonal illness, we are back with a preview of this weekend’s live music offerings. Our recommendations are just a few of the many great shows happening in Austin this weekend. Two of the listings are free. You can keep it local by going out to…

The Buffalo Sabres hit the road for a game against division rivals the Boston Bruins on Thursday, January 31st (7 p.m. face-off). They return to Boston on Wednesday, April 17th (7:30 p.m. face-off), and also host the Bruins three times: Sunday, February 10th (7 p.m. face-off), Friday, February 15th (7 p.m. face-off) and Sunday, March…

Green Party leaders spoke out on education at the beginning of the New Year and called for a student debt jubilee and free tuition to state colleges and universities in 2013.Check out what Jill Stein, 2012 Green Party nominee for President had to say: “A student debt jubilee, with forgiveness for all student loans, would…

Scottie Hazelton has a well thought out plan to improve the Nevada Wolf Pack football team’s defense.”It’s a three-step process,” said Hazelton, who was introduced as the Wolf Pack’s new defensive coordinator a week ago by new head coach Brian Polian.”The first step is you expect them to play hard. That’s on them. Players are…

While dieting or watching your weight, you may find yourself craving some of your guiltier culinary pleasures. This “skinny” chicken parmesan does just the trick without near as many calories.Some chicken parm recipes can rack upwards of 1,000 calories with more than 35 grams of fat. Not this one, though. With this recipe, you’ll be…

There are two reasons that a man might be ordained to the deaconate in the Latin Rite of the Catholic Church. The first is because that man will soon be ordained to the priesthood, and the deaconate is a critical step along that path. A transitional deacon never loses his deaconal office or faculties, but…

The Philadelphia Eagles will interview Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Gus Bradley today.This will be his second interview for one of the five remaining head coaching vacancies within the NFL. He will be interviewing with the Eagles today in Atlanta, but also has to have his mind on the Atlanta Falcons.The Seahawks face the Falcons tomorrow…

This is the follow-up to the last installment, where I went off the vintage Honda bike track into vintage Honda cars, when I purchased a cherry 1987 Honda Civic Wagon, recently.After the car had just squeaked-by in the last smog test, prior to me picking it up from the sellers, I determined that the newly-acquired…