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It was show time on Halloween at the Springfield (OR) Country Club for the 2008 Pac 10 Conference Cross-Country Championships and the University of Washington women runners showed why the Huskies are the No. 1-ranked team in the country, winning with an unprecedented perfect score of 15.

Freshman Kendra Schaaf broke the course record by 33 seconds and was followed by sophomore Mel Lawrence, freshman Christine Babcock, senior Anita Campbell, junior Katie Follett and senior Amada Miller. The perfect 1-2-3-4-5 finish for 15 points had never before been accomplished in women’s or men’s Pac 10 championships.

Schaaf, a Canadian from Regina, Saskatchewan who led from start to finish, ran a blistering 19:34 over the 6,000-meter course (3.72 miles) to break the record of 19:57. Four of Washington’s top 5 finishers—Mel Lawrence (19:53), Christine Babcock (19:54) and Anita Campbell (19:57)—all beat or tied the old record. Katie Follett was 8 seconds later at 20:05. Washington’s total team time was 1:39:12.24 for an average individual time of 19:50 for the Huskies’ first 5 finishers.

Amanda Miller’s strong 6th place finish did not even count as only the first 5 finishers figure in the scoring. Sophomore Lauren Saylor finished 12th. Schaaf was Washington’s first individual winner since Regina Joyce in 1982.

All 7 women runners earned All-Pac 10 honors for their unprecedented top 6 finish that gave the Huskies their second Pac 10 title in school history, the first coming in 1989. In the women’s team competition, Oregon was runner-up (55 points), Stanford 3rd (99), Arizona State 4th (105) and Washington State 5th (188).

The previous record low score in Pac 10 Championship history was 19 by the 2002 Stanford men’s team and 22 by the 2006 Stanford women’s team. Both teams went on to win NCAA championships. The win by the Washington women snapped Stanford’s streak of 12 straight championship titles.

Many pundits thought Oregon may have had an advantage in the meet since it was run on their home course, and the Oregon men did prevail in their competition, easily winning the team title with 28 points. Stanford was runner-up with 47 and California and Washington were tied for 3rd with 169.

Oregon was led by senior Galen Rupp’s course-record 22:55 clocking for 8,000 meters (4.96 miles). It was the first race of the season for Rupp, a 2008 Olympic competitor for the United States in the 10,000 meters.

Washington’s top runner in the competition was Jeremy Mineau’s 10-place finish. The 3rd place finish by the Washington men was their best showing since 2003. The Huskies are coached by Greg Metcalf.

Next up for the Husky runners will be the NCAA West Regional Championships on Nov. 15 at Stanford University, and then the NCAA National Championships on Nov. 24 at Indiana State University.

Kenny Chesney tickets are available once again for a series of live performances, and this sometimes-controversial country music star has ridden his wave of success for more than 10 years. Chesney is known for his true-to-roots sound, and even his much-publicized personal life has led to his overall fame and reputation as a true country star. Below we’ll take a look at his life and his commercial success in hopes of explaining how he’s reached such an elite status on the music scene.

Early Life/Career Beginnings

Kenneth Arnold Chesney was born on March 26, 1968, in Knoxville, Tennessee and raised in Luttrell, Tennessee. Generally speaking, Chesney enjoyed a “normal” childhood in which he attended Gibbs High School in Corryton, Tennessee and then attended and graduated from East Tennessee State University with a degree in advertising.

Chesney got his “start” in music while he was in college, as he climbed the ranks much like many musicians, scrapping his way through several local clubs and busking while selling his self-financed and self-recorded demo-type albums. Despite his need for busking, which is basically street performing, Chesney managed to earn a reputation and a local following, and Kenny Chesney tickets soon became a popular item in the local area.

Roots of Success

After finishing college, Chesney moved to Nashville to embark on his big-time musical dreams. He got his start in Nashville in much the same way he did in college - by playing in local clubs at every opportunity. It wasn’t long before he once again garnered a loyal local following and was noticed by record producers. In 1992, Chesney signed his first recording contract with BMI.

He did not release his first album with BMI until 1995, and it was entitled, All I Need to Know. The album went gold, however, and Chesney was on his way to the top. Since then, he has released 10 subsequent albums, and each of the last eight studio releases has achieved a minimum of platinum status. Simply put, Chesney is a household name in the country music world.

Personal Life

Chesney has also gained a reputation in the tabloids, most notably for his short-lived marriage to actress Renée Zellweger in 2005. The marriage lasted only four months, and in September of 2005, after only four months of marriage, the couple announced plans for an annulment.

Overall, Chesney presents pure talent and energy at every one of his live performances, which is why Kenny Chesney tickets are always in high demand.

As high numbers of people reach retirement age, long term financial security is becoming a major concern.  With the view of plummeting social security advantages, pension plans and volatile 410K retirement plans getting non-existent, most of the people are looking for other retirement options. Now, they believe that they are left with only one viable option retirement investment.

With modern day economic recession and rising food, and fuel prices, it has become almost impeccable to save for the future years. Individuals expecting their retirement within 10 to 15 years go for high return retirement investment, but at the same time are skeptical whether it would be safe and secure or not. In most of the cases, average people do not have enough cash required to earn high rate of interest, which on the other hand wealthy people enjoy.

Both long-term and short-term retirement clubs have emerged over the internet, which helps quite a lot in removing the road blocks for numerous entrepreneurs. These programs are very efficient and present their member with the chance to understand dividends, which at times is well beyond the average investor’s reach. Besides, they provide you with a viable retirement income option, which you need the most after retirement.

The profit incurred, here, is distributed and divided amongst the members. At the same time, profits are also spread across different long-term ventures and projects, so that the club could stay stable for a longer period of time. Though there are some risks involved with this type of funds but you do not have to worry. The risks are minimized by spreading investments and pooling funds across a diverse array of opportunities.

Contrary to the illegal and unauthentic HYIP or High Yield Investment, which uses the contribution of one investor to pay the commission of other; the long term retirement clubs are clean and legal. Here, the investments from the member are combined with private and personal portfolios, which in turn pays high rate of return. While different country has different view on private retirement investment forums or clubs and foreign investments, most of them operate just according to law and norms laid by their respective government.

Moreover, certain programs would also offer you substantial amount on referrals, referred to as referral commission. But, generally you would be able to achieve financial independence and retirement income without any third party’s help.

However, there is always a dark side of a bright picture. We have shown you the bright side of the picture but you should also be well aware of the dark side of this, while you are planning to have your retirement investment done. The mushrooming of these clubs and forums has lead to growth of some of the fraud long term investment clubs. They would try to fool you out with hidden clauses and some other tricks and traps.

Hence, it is better recommended that before going for any such type of retirement investment policy ask someone who knows about them. Also, make sure that you do not invest anywhere without proper retirement planning. No doubt, after retirement you need some funds for the smooth functioning of your life but why take risk.

Fight clubs in Japan are no mere rowdy affair, once seen and forgotten fights. Here the fighters bow and congratulate one another after the fight, thereby you can see as well as feel the sense of honor and audiences respond to this display of genuine sportsmanship. Could it be one of the reasons that Japanese fight clubs are always packed solid with female fans?

Its widely known that Japan has a unique, real fight culture. Its not simply a roughneck, criminal adventure. Rather it’s an honorable thing, about pride and respect, and the fans especially females plays a vital role. The hard won, clean cut image of the fight industry matters a great deal in Japan. Indeed its classified to be quite hip and classy as well, and its simply not just for males but for the females too. As a matter of fact Japanese women considered to be shy and quiet are the main force behind Japan’s consumer economy, taking to fighting as entertainment in droves.

In fact in every fight matches of any kind, its not very surprising to see half of the screaming and exhilarated audience to be females. The image of the passive, quiet, kimono clad women is hardly visible in the fight arenas where females dressed smartly in the latest fight scene clothes, fancy hairdos and screaming their lungs out. The fighting may be of wrestling type, the kick boxing, fist fighting, rough and tumble, grunting matches, whatever scenes that one can think of, almost all the fight tickets and seats are sold out and that too by housewives and teenage girls. Well some of the rough fist fights are properly conducted in closed quarters, some are not and very often fighters come crashing into the seats. And what do the jubilant females do? Instead of being scared of getting involved in the fight, they greet the sweat soaked fighters with uproarious applause and friendly heckling!

Japanese tend to feel a cultural affinity with athletic, hand-to-hand combat type of competition from which Westerners are relatively alienated. Lets forget about the underground, betting game fight clubs. In the case of Japan, it’s more of a good discipline, mentally and physically, fighting game. This is one of the reasons Japanese people respect these fighters. They go through a lot, have guts to fight with their hearts and its not simply a revenge fight unlike in other countries where it’s considered to be quite barbaric, likening it to a bar fighting scene.

This feeling of considering fight clubs as a game and sportsmanship has remarkably led to the rise of its popularity in Japan. Whether it be the K-1, PRIDE etc fighting’s, the females no longer come accompanied by their guys but come on their own and in big groups and indeed they are not to be taken lightly; they are tough as nails! Maybe because of this that K-1 and PRIDE fighters achieve idol status in Japan. The females are not only audiences as well, there are some real good fighters doing very well offering them the chance to compete in front of a growing and appreciative audience.

Being a member of an auto club can be a wonderful experience because you get assistance in things that you would not normally be able to achieve yourself. For example: You wish to go on a road trip to Edmonton, but you don’t know the best route to take. Perhaps there is some road construction that could get in your way, causing you to use more gas and costing you more time. An auto club can find this information out for you and tell you what areas to avoid and how to avoid them. In the end, you can save both time and gas, which means you can save money.

There are many ways in which an auto club can save you money. Although you have membership dues that you must pay, the overall savings is quite overwhelming. Take this for instance: Canadian drivers who belong to auto clubs are able to acquire International Driving Permits without having to worry about any type of testing or putting any money into acquiring these permits. Any country that signed the 1949 convention on Road Traffic allows Canadians who have acquired their permits through their auto club to drive in those countries without worrying about testing for the permits.

Other ways to save money

There are many other ways in which an auto club can save you money and here they are:

- If you’re wishing to buy a new automobile, consult with your auto club and see what they have to say about that auto. Some vehicles are known for having to undergo repairs when they are not very old and they can tell you what they think about your choice or can make recommendations.

- Some auto clubs also offer special auto and even home insurance to their members. This insurance is rather affordable and both the auto and the home insurance an be paid together in one location rather than having multiple bills.

- Roadside assistance is something that auto clubs offer their members that is especially helpful. Roadside assistance can save a member from having to pay high towing costs and paying the high fees that locksmiths charge to let you in your car if you lock your keys inside.

- Auto clubs also have agreements with other businesses that allows their members to receive discounts on meals, purchases, and a plethora of other things. This can also include hotel discounts, discount tickets to events, discount tickets to amusement parks, and so much more.

It is quite extensive what the individual auto clubs will offer you and when you think about it, it is obvious to see how the benefits outweigh the cost of the membership that you must pay. Even if you do not travel a lot, you never know when you might lock your keys in the car, run out of gas, the car breaks down, or the battery dies. You certainly don’t want to have to pay a towing service the outrageous fees that they charge just to go a short distance. However, if you must go a long distance, you do not want to pay that either. The cost of towing can easily exceed the cost of your auto club membership, but certain services have agreements with your auto club and will come assist you when you are in trouble.

Just look at it this way: If you are stranded in the middle of nowhere, you do not have to spend a hundred dollars on a hotel room while you wait for assistance. They will be there to help you 24 hours a day 7 days a week and that alone makes being a part of an auto club a great experience.

Admission is FREE.  The “Look Your Best” cosmetic seminar will feature Fraxel Laser technologies; Botox; fillers; laser treatments; chemical peels; medical facials; laser hair removal and microdermabrasion.  SkinMedica and Vivité product representatives will also be on hand to discuss the latest skin care products.

South Shore Skin Center is the only provider in the area offering the advanced technology of Fraxel re:store and Fraxel re:pair laser systems.  Both Fraxel laser treatments have been approved by the FDA to treat a variety of cosmetic conditions.  Dr. Richard Eisen, a board certified dermatologist at South Shore Skin Center and recognized leading expert in the field of laser therapy, will discuss the exciting anti-aging benefits of the revolutionary Fraxel re:store and Fraxel re:pair.

Gift bags will be given to all who attend and special raffles will be held.  Raffle prizes include a facial, microdermabrasion treatment, chemical peel or other cosmetic treatment (valued at up to $650).

Light refreshments will be served.

Space is limited.  To reserve your seat, contact South Shore Skin Center at (508) 503-8513.

South Shore Skin Center

Founded in 1984, South Shore Skin Center is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services. 

Cosmetic services include Gentle YAG, innovative Laser, IPL (Intensive Pulse Light), Thermage and treatments for age spots, acne scarring, birth marks, tattoos and more. South Shore Skin Center offers a full range of affordable anti-aging services including Botox, wrinkle fillers, Microdermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels. 

South Shore Skin Center offices are located at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202 in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340, and 45 Resnik Road, Suite 102 in Plymouth, Mass., (508) 747-0711.  For more information, visit their website at www.southshoreskincenter.com.

Its first founders were: Sevket Kadir, Ahmet Evrensel, Hüseyin Ruso, Halil Sah, Orhan Dervis, Mehmet Arabac? and Ibrahim Nidai. The populace of Lapta began to migrate after the first chairman of the club ?evket Kadir, who had continued his duties in that particular position up until 1963 was murdered as a result of the intercommunal strife, together with his friend ?brahim Nidai, while returning the Lapta from a job Girne. The club completely stopped all its activities until 1974 because of the exodus. Football, and later for the first time, basketball, table tennis, volleyball, hunting and shooting were included in the sporting programme of the club, which started its avtivities afresh in 1974. for many years Lapta Turkish United has battled in the north Cyprus’s BTM League and still continues to compete in the premiership League in North Cyprus. Two yellow lemons are the symbols on the Green and Reds emblem. The new structural programme of our club has been conceived with a modern vision. We aim to contribute to sport in the area and of our country by building our own club grounds. Our team were league leaders during the first half of the 2006-2007 season and pushed hard to hold onto their leadership, but unfortunately completed the season in second position. Our team has begun playing in the new 2007-2008 football season under the chairmanship of Mustafa Aktu? with his newly formed administration. With a younger line-up the new season the team looks ready for battle on the pitch, and promises to deliver hope for the future of the club. The first activity of the club directorship this season, will be clean up the clubs land, which has been neglected for years, and convert it into an area that can be used as an open air bazaar and by doing so will be taking the first stepd in earning the club some income.
Northern Cyprus Holidays Our work is continuing on the intended facilities, and the required authorities have been notified on this subject. On the other hand, the work on the importance of infrastructure has also gathered speed. The youngsters, who are divided into three groups, are trained in a school environment by our four coaches and a team of municipality health officials