Abbas raises Palestinian flag at UNESCO (Reuters)

PARIS (Reuters) ? President Mahmoud Abbas symbolically hoisted the Palestinian flag at the headquarters of the United Nations cultural agency UNESCO Tuesday to celebrate the Palestinians' admission in October as a full member of the organization.

Some 50 diplomatic guests watched as Abbas lifted the flag to the Palestinian national anthem and said he hoped UNESCO's move was the beginning of international recognition for Palestine. The Palestinian national anthem played as a morning of biting wind and rain gave way to a burst of sunshine.

"It is moving to see our flag raised and for it to be flying in this beautiful city of Paris among all the other states. This bodes well for Palestine becoming a member of other international institutions," Abbas said.

"We hope we will have one independent state in the future that will live side by side with Israel," he said.

The UNESCO vote was a diplomatic victory for Abbas, who in the absence of peace talks with the Jewish state has pushed for recognition of a Palestinian state at the United Nations, a move opposed by Israel and the United States.

In a move that has split the U.N. Security Council, Abbas is pressing for statehood for Palestinians without waiting any longer for a breakthrough in negotiations with Israel on a peace treaty to end the 63-year-old Middle East conflict.

Israel and its main ally the United States insist that only a peace treaty can establish a universally recognized Palestinian state. But the Palestinians say they have been patient through 20 years of futile talks.

Talks collapsed more than a year ago over continued Israeli settlement building in the occupied West Bank and in East Jerusalem, which was annexed by Israel after a 1967 war in a move not recognized internationally.

Abbas applied on September 23 for a Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, with East Jerusalem as its capital, to have full membership of the United Nations, which currently considers Palestine an observer "entity" only.

Since the UNESCO vote in October, Israel has pressed ahead with new settlements. The Palestinians have refused repeated Israeli calls to renew peace talks unless Israel stops building settlements on land they want for a state.

Envoys of the so-called Quartet of the European Union, United States, Russia and the United Nations will travel to Jerusalem Wednesday to try to break the deadlock.

Abbas, who still wants a U.N. Security Council vote on a resolution for a Palestinian state even though it is destined to fail because of a U.S. veto, was to meet President Nicolas Sarkozy later Tuesday.

Sarkozy has called for Abbas to take an alternative route by

asking the U.N. General Assembly to upgrade Palestine's U.N. status to just short of full membership.

(Reporting By John Irish; Editing by Catherine Bremer and Mark Heinrich)

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Follow-up study finds prolonged fatigue for those who had chemotherapy for breast cancer

Follow-up study finds prolonged fatigue for those who had chemotherapy for breast cancer

Monday, December 5, 2011

In a follow-up study, researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center and colleagues have found that patients who receive chemotherapy for breast cancer might experience prolonged fatigue years after their therapy. The new study, published in the American Cancer Society's current issue of CANCER, is a follow-up to a study on fatigue and chemotherapy and radiotherapy for breast cancer Moffitt researchers published in CANCER in 2007.

"Fatigue is among the most common symptoms reported by women who are treated for breast cancer," said study corresponding author Paul B. Jacobsen, Ph.D., program leader for Health Outcomes and Behavior at Moffitt.

The 2007 study found that immediately following treatment fatigue was greater in women who had received chemotherapy than in patient groups comprised of women who had received both chemotherapy and radiotherapy, radiotherapy alone, or in groups with no cancer history. Six months after treatment, women in the chemotherapy alone group reported more fatigue than the combination therapy group, the radiotherapy group, or the non-cancer group.

"On the basis of our 2007 study and the results of other studies, we hypothesized that fatigue in the group receiving chemotherapy would diminish over a three-year follow-up period, yet possibly remain higher than fatigue levels for women who had received radiation, combination therapy, or those with no history of cancer," explained Jacobsen.

The recently published follow-up study was comprised of 205 patients who had received chemotherapy compared with 193 women in a control group with no history of cancer. The controls were within five years of age of the cancer patients and lived in the same zip codes as their partner cancer patients. The average age for both groups was 55. Fatigue levels were measured at six months and 42 months.

Their new findings, however, contradicted the expectation that patients receiving chemotherapy would, overtime, experience less fatigue and eventually see their fatigue levels diminish to equal the levels of women in the other two groups.

"Contrary to our expectations, fatigue did not diminish over time for patients in the chemotherapy group," said Jacobsen, who studies the behavioral and psychosocial aspects of cancer, cancer treatment, outcomes, and cancer survivorship. "In some cases, fatigue worsened, and that finding is not consistent with prior research."

Among the possible factors influencing the long-term or worsening fatigue included the potential for weight gain, common among patients who receive chemotherapy and who, according to the researchers, rarely return to their pre-treatment weight.

One variable affecting prolonged or worsening fatigue might involve supportive care, suggested the researchers.

"This finding has important implications for patient education and for fatigue monitoring during follow-up," concluded Jacobsen. "Our results should inform patient education efforts when patients receiving chemotherapy are often told that their fatigue will gradually diminish following treatment. Health care providers may want to communicate to their patients who have received chemotherapy that their fatigue may not improve over time and may worsen."

The researchers concluded that patients should be informed about interventions known to be effective against fatigue post-treatment, such as exercise and cognitive behavior therapy.

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H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute: http://www.moffitt.usf.edu

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Can I make a mermaid/angel?

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This rpg certainly seems interesting enough. Can a char have a 'human' image and than his/her true image? Also is there a story line to this rpg? I was thinking of creating twins with an angel/faerie parentage. Can one look and act like the other species more so than it's other half? One last question. What is the era this rpg takes place in? Is it like medival times or current?

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Sorry to be a noob but where would I post te form? o3o

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Check out the Character's Tab in the group. Be sure to use that Char skelleton that the GM has posted in the introduction.

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Definitely Mermaid-Fairy for me it's a combo of my favorite fantasy creatures I just couldn't resist.

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Zodia195: Of course you can have a human image! If you need an example, I just finished my character. The story line I'm hoping will develope as we go along. I hoping to have something to do with the DRAW or some sort of band thing. Most likely there'll be several plots at once! You can have the characters act however you want. The descriptions are for what a full blood might act like, so it would make sense for a half-breed to differ from that. Also, i put that there will be a dominant half based on the mother and father, so you could check that out to see if it helps. Twins ar absolutely acceptable, but i'd prefer if you'd make them in different characters versus just having one for both (i think that makes sense)! And this all takes place in modern times, but the Haven is set up like a medival town in parts, but everyone could still have an iPod or something!

AngelZeShadow- you post in dis link! (you may hav to scroll down)!

bananaramma- yay! I love that mix too! :D

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Observer: Responding to coach scandals

The allegations of child sex abuse against former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky and former Syracuse University assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine must lead all youth sports organizations to take a closer look at how better to protect the young and vulnerable athletes who often revere the men to whom their growth and safety has been entrusted.

Fortunately, we are beginning to see such introspection in some youth sports groups in the region.

Jim Von Euw, athletic director at Oliver Ames High School in Easton, said he recently re-enforced with his coaches rules designed to avoid even the suspicion of such problems. Other area coaches say they have had similar discussions.

It's something coaches, athletic directors and school administrators everywhere should be addressing with their staffs, if they haven't already.

Just as important is a closer look at whether there is a need for stricter or more clearly defined school rules regarding athlete-coach interaction.

There is language in the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association coaches' handbook that says coaches shall "strive to set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct." But there is nothing more specific about what constitutes inappropriate contact between a coach and a student.

Just how specific such rules would need to be (Coaches shall not shower with athletes?) is difficult to say, but at the very least they are worth closer inspection.

In areas ranging from the Catholic Church to the Boy Scouts of America, allegations of child sex abuse have resulted in changes - from written rules to increased staff training - designed to prevent such problems from occurring again.

The scandals at Penn State and Syracuse, which seen to grow in scope each day, should prompt similar reassessments in youth sports programs everywhere.

- THE PATRIOT LEDGER

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GOP governors worry Obama might escape his woes

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell, left, listens as New Jersey Gov. Chris Chirstie, right, answers during a news conference at the Republican Governors Association annual conference in Orlando, Fla., Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell, left, listens as New Jersey Gov. Chris Chirstie, right, answers during a news conference at the Republican Governors Association annual conference in Orlando, Fla., Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal, left, speaks as political consultant Frank Luntz listens during a plenary session at the Republican Governors Association annual conference in Orlando, Fla., Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, far right, makes comments at a news conference as fellow governors, from left, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, listen during the Republican Governors Association annual conference in Orlando, Fla., Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) ? Republican governors, who swept to big victories last year, think President Barack Obama faces huge political obstacles. But they're hardly brimming with confidence about the 2012 election.

Meeting this week in Florida, GOP governors and their advisers fret that their party could lose its advantage on the tax-cut issue by appearing too eager to protect the rich. Some also warn Republican candidates not to reflexively dismiss anti-Wall Street sentiment, which might be seeping more deeply into the middle class than they realize.

Publicly, the governors predict Obama will be a one-term president. But few have stuck their necks out by endorsing any of their party's candidates, even with the Iowa caucus five weeks away.

"Independents are leaning our way, but they're not quite there yet," pollster Glen Bolger told the Republican Governors Association during a panel session Wednesday on the 2012 elections. He said he foresees a very close race.

Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal said Obama cannot run on his record, mainly because of the nation's high unemployment rate. So Obama will focus on "tearing down the Republican nominee," Jindal said, predicting a much more negative campaign than in 2008.

Jindal, who backs Texas Gov. Rick Perry, is one of the few Republican governors who has endorsed someone. Most of his colleagues seem wary. Their wait-and-see approach lent a somber tone to the Orlando gathering, which bordered Disney World and might have felt festive if the party were coalescing around one strong contender.

They have plenty of reasons to be cautious, GOP pollster Frank Luntz said in the panel discussion chaired by Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour. If next year's campaign is couched as a battle over the middle class, Luntz said, "Democrats will win."

Republicans should say they're fighting for "hard-working taxpayers," said Luntz, who is known for conducting focus groups and advising Republicans on precise words to use and to avoid.

He also warned that most Americans support Obama's bid to raise taxes on the wealthiest households, and he urged Republicans not to get engaged in a debate over "taxing" the rich. Instead, he said, they should talk about the evils of "the government taking money from hard-working Americans," no matter how much they earn.

Luntz added, "I'm so scared by this anti-Wall Street effort." He was referring to the Occupy Wall Street movement, which many GOP candidates have criticized, sometimes in sneering terms. Republicans should defend "free enterprise," he said, a term that's preferable to "capitalism."

And Luntz said he thinks former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, generally seen as the party establishment's favorite candidate, has been hurt by a new Democratic video that mocks his changed positions on abortion, gun rights and other issues. The video cleverly uses humor, he said, which is more palatable to voters sick of partisan squabbles.

That's not to say the governors' gathering was all gloom and worry. In an interview, Barbour, who considered a presidential bid of his own, said Obama faces big problems.

"He's very weak by historical standards," Barbour said, with "low job approvals."

"Voters' view of the direction of the country, the results of his policies, the lack of optimism are all terrible indicators," he said.

Barbour added, however, that Obama will have "a gigantic amount of money, and no primary opposition." Barbour, who endorsed a candidate in the 2000 Republican primary but not in 2008, is staying out of this year's contest.

There was scant sympathy at the governors' gathering for presidential candidate Herman Cain, first damaged by sexual harassment allegations and now accused of having a 13-year affair with an Atlanta woman.

"Initially, I think Iowans were certainly understanding and willing to hear his side," Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad told reporters. "But it's been one thing after another after another after another."

There were few signs of governors jumping on the bandwagon of former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who many party insiders now see as the likeliest alternative to Romney. Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell, who chairs the Republican Governors Association, repeated his opinion that a current or former governor is probably best-suited to run for president.

A month or so ago, that comment sounded like an even-handed treatment of Perry and Romney. But Perry has struggled to regain his footing after weak debate performances, and Gingrich, who was never a governor, has moved up in the polls.

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie repeated his full-throated support of Romney, and predicted he will defeat Obama.

A prized endorsement will come soon from Gov. Nikki Haley of South Carolina, whose state holds its primary after Iowa and New Hampshire voters have their say. Haley told reporters she will announce her preference before the Jan. 3 Iowa caucuses. She offered no hints Wednesday, except to say that Romney and Gingrich appear to be the strongest contenders in her state for now.

"We'll endorse the person who should win, not the person that could win," Haley said. "We will endorse the person that will get the country back on track. ... It's all based on policy."

Branstad, who is staying neutral, urged reporters and political activists to stay calm. For "normal people," he said, "it's still early."

Associated Press

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