Australian batsman Simon Katich on Tuesday announced his retirement from first-class cricket in Australia, citing family reasons.

Katich, 36, is currently playing with Hampshire in the English county season and is committed to play for the Perth Scorchers in the Champions League Twenty20 in October.

But he was axed from the Australian team after the 2010-2011 home Ashes series defeat to England and was stripped of the New South Wales captaincy last year in the Sheffield Shield competition.

Katich released a statement through Cricket Australia saying personal factors were the main reason for his retirement.

"With a young family and a desire for an extended time at home, Simon has decided it is time to reassess his priorities," the statement said.

Katich, a left-handed top-order batsman, played 56 Tests from 2001 to his last appearance against England in Adelaide in December 2010.

He scored 4,188 Test runs at an average of 45.03 with 10 centuries, and made 44 one-day international appearances for 1,324 runs at 35.78.

His demotion from the Test team was highly controversial and his tense relationship with Australian skipper Michael Clarke was played out heavily in the media.

Katich began his Sheffield Shield career with Western Australia but joined New South Wales in the 2002-03 season and went on to score a total of 8,807 runs for the two states in 104 matches at 55.39, with 26 centuries.

He was at his best during the 2007-2008 domestic season, not only captaining NSW to their 45th Sheffield Shield title but receiving the Player of the Year Award with a record-breaking 1,506 runs at an average of 94.12.

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As life expectancy continues to rise, a new report suggests that governments need to raise the age of retirement in order to keep up.

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development said that by 2050, the average woman and man can expect to live roughly 24 and 20 years beyond retirement age respectively, up from 20 and 17 years in 2010. At the same time, retirement ages across many countries have stayed the same.

Without a change, the OECD said governments won't be able to pay for more people needing retirement funds for longer periods of time.

"Extending working lives in a situation of slowly growing or declining workforces should provide an important boost to economic growth in aging economies," according to the report, which was released Monday.

The United States could use a boost. Social Security has already begun paying out more in benefits than it takes in from workers' payroll taxes. The trustees of the Social Security program reported in April that the program projects a $165 billion deficit in 2012. Social Security could pay promised benefits in full through 2033, the report said.

Raising the full retirement age gradually to 70 years-old could help plug this deficit by reducing Social Security outlays by 13 percent, the Congressional Budget Office reported in January.

"With the fact that people are living longer, they should be partly responsible for meeting the cost of longer life expectancy," said Juan Yermo, head of the private pensions unit at OECD.

Today, the full retirement age in the United States is 66, up from 65 a decade ago. It is scheduled to increase by two months a year starting in 2017 until it reaches 67 in 2022. Meanwhile, 62 remains the age at which those who retire early can collect a percentage of their full benefits.

The OECD suggested, however, that "67 or higher is becoming the new 65."

"Extending the period over which you're contributing to the pension system would be less of a burden for everyone," Yermo said.

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The 2012 Cadillac CTS lineup represents very nice vehicles that provide an above average level of performance capability. And...if you are a fan of the base CTS models, you're sure to enjoy the CTS-V version Cadillacs even more. The 2012 CTS-V Coupe is a wicked-looking machine -- perhaps a little too angular to suit everyone's personal taste, but count me as an avid admirer. After all, taste is in the eye of the beholder. It's also not out of context to think of this latest iteration CTS-V as a high-performance luxury coupe version of Corvette's ZR1. Admittedly, the 'Vette generates a higher boost from its supercharger and sports a different exhaust, which, along with other tweaks, cranks out more horses and higher torque than does the CTS-V, even though they share the same basic engine.

The power source is an extremely potent, 6.2-liter supercharged, intercooled OHV V8 engine with 16-valves and sequential center-feed fuel injection. The engine is longitudinally mounted up front and pumps out an SAE-certified 556 horses @ 6,100 rpm along with 551 pound feet of torque @ 3,800 rpm. Motive energy is delivered to the rear wheels via either a Tremec TR6060 -- six-speed fully synchronized manual gearbox with a single overdrive, or an electronically controlled Hydra-Matic 6L90 six-speed automatic overdrive with torque converter clutch. The engine is the most powerful ever offered in the nearly 106 years of Cadillac's history. The automatic transmission features both steering wheel

The CTS-V displays a more aggressive appearance than its base counterpart as well. It actually amplifies the assertive stance of the standard car and seems to radiate the car's increased performance capabilities. The dihedral Cadillac grille is larger, allowing increased air flow to the potent engine, while the hood is raised to accommodate the supercharger. Both the pronounced and extended front and rear fascias readily identify it as a V-Series vehicle.

The coupe and sedan feature the same wheelbase but the coupe measures 3.1-inches less than the sedan, is 1.6-inches wider, 2.1-inches lower and 391 pounds lighter than the sedan. The CTS-V family rolls into 2012 virtually unchanged, offering only a pair of new exterior colors -- Black Diamond Tricoat and Opulent Blue Metallic. Also, side blind zone alert is added exclusively to CTS-V Coupe.

The interior of the V- Series includes all the plush elements of the CTS sport sedan and then some. Extras include available Recaro performance seats, a suede-like microfiber covering for the steering wheel, seats and shifter. The center stack is trimmed in an Obsidian material, which also appears on the center console and door trim. The instrument panel, door trim and center console are hand-stitched like every CTS. There's a 40-gigabyte hard drive supporting the info-tainment systems, an advanced navigation system with a pop-up screen, Bose digital surround audio system and Bluetooth capability.

The CTS-V features Magnetic Ride Control (the world's fastest-reacting suspension technology) with electro-magnetically controlled shocks fore and aft -- adds to the car's cat-like agility. The front suspension is an independent SLA set-up with a hollow 29-mm stabilizer bar, and tuned spring rate. Suspension in the rear is also independent SLA with a 24-mm solid stabilizer bar. StabiliTrak, a four-channel, four-mode stability system, Traction Control and engine drag control are standard fare, with Performance Traction Management optionally available. Braking is handled by Brembo four-wheel disc componentry, with four-channel ABS, hydraulic Brake Assist and dynamic rear brake proportioning, and the tires are Z-rated performance Michelin Pilot Sport2, staggered -- 255/40 R19 front and 285/35R19 rear, mounted on 5-"V" (what else?) spoke forged alloy rims that are 9-inches wide in the front and 9.5-inches out back.

My test 2012 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe wore a Thunder Gray Chromaflair exterior finish with an Ebony interior, featuring a Midnight Sapele wood trim Package. The gearbox was the 6-speed manual. The base sticker was set at $63,215 while the Recaro high performance seats with heating and cooling and metal pedals, Navigation system with XM Nav-Traffic, V-specific sueded steering wheel and shift knob, 19-inch satin graphite finished alloy wheels, gas Guzzler tax and destination charge elevated the final tally to $71,185. before sales tax and license fees.

SUMMARY: The 2012 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe is aggressive in its appearance as well as in its performance. Acceleration is blistering, with the ability to stop on a dime while offering change, and the ride quality, though firm, does not give up comfort. Steering is precise as well as predictable.

There will be those who prefer the Sedan over the Coupe, though I can't imagine why. Admittedly, the sedan provides easier rear seat access and a little more room, but the Coupe is so much more appealing and sexy. In the final analysis, the CTS-V Coupe is an exceptional luxury sport vehicle that is wickedly fast and quite plush, providing another seat and surroundings that are far more luxurious than the ZR1 Corvette -- and for a lot less money.

I have a favorite test road that invariably instills car-sickness for passengers, particularly my significant other, but she was fine and enjoyed the ride in the CTS-V Coupe immensely. The car's performance ultimately exceeded that of many more expensive sports cars.

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CQUniversity has proven itself as an avenue for success for many of its students from around the world. Here are a few recent success stories from students from India, Malaysia, Indonesia and Bangladesh.

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A CQUniversity alumnus, Dr Poonam Bhatia, who now works for the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR), is currently undertaking a research project on phytoremediation.

Once funding is secured for this project, CQUniversity could be collaborating with a leading Indian university to get rid of heavy metals from Indian and Australian soil using hyper accumulator plants.

The project would provide an opportunity for postgraduate students from Australia to spend time in India (and vice versa) working on a common research topic of benefit to both countries, as well as an opportunity to offer joint degrees.

Dr Poonam Bhatia

CQUniversity Bachelor of Music (Jazz & Popular Music) student and Vice-Chancellors Award winner, Niken Tajudin, graduated inaDiploma in Music (Classical Singing) from Malaysias MARA Institute of Technology where she had the chance to perform in front of the King, important political figures, at festivals and alongside Malaysias legendary rock group, Wings.

When asked why she had chosen CQUniversity to further her studies, Niken said she needed to be different to gain international recognition; experience different cultures and music genres; and gain numerous performing experiences. And with these in mind, the University was automatically her first choice.

The University is industry-oriented and has allowed Niken to experience first-hand the different needs of the market and gain enriching performing experiences. She is enthusiastically pursuing her dreams here at CQUniveristy and was extremely delighted to share the beauty of music with the world when she participated in the Universitys Jazzmania concert last month.

Featured vocalist Hayley Cox (left) with Elissa Finn (centre) and Niken Tajudin (right)

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, June 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wall Street Journal recently published a story announcing edX, a $60 million online educational partnership between Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. EdX is just the beginning of a revolutionary change in the educational system, the two schools claimed. Almeda University, an online educational resource, agreed that a revolution is coming for online education and it is not slowing down. In fact, Almeda believes the revolution will pick up steam in the coming years.

But some critics are skeptical of online learning, saying it will destroy the "college experience," which normally encompasses students being in campus and interacting with professors face-to-face. However, Richard Smith of Almeda University said the skeptics are "living in another time" if they truly think online education is harming a person's chances of experiencing college. Almeda University has provided online educational opportunities for the past 15 years. Although the experience is different, it is also new and unique to students.

"The college campus experience has always been exclusionary to a large percentage of the population," Smith said. "Almeda University began its mission in 1997 as an inclusive process whereby access to education was open to everyone. We believe that education should not simply be a small limited club -- but should be open to all who are interested."

Supporters of online education argue that students do no need to physically be on campus to get in a college education. One professor can reach thousands, if not millions, of students online at a more affordable price. Some people think online education equals only lectures, but Almeda University students gain so much more. They are exposed to an array of teaching tools and can work at their own pace.

In addition, online learning offers a substantial cost savings on not only the students, but the school too, Smith said. "Online learning allows significantly larger classroom sizes without creating a burden on administration," he said.

Despite what critics believe, online education does include social interaction, even if it's not in the traditional sense people have become accustomed to in past years. "The 35,000 strong Almeda University alumni have created a unique bond through online groups where they interact, exchange ideas and promote each other's businesses," Smith said.

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Founded in 1997, Almeda University has provided online educational programs to its students for many years. The educational facility offers a variety of courses so students will meet their academic and professional goals. The institution incorporates innovative technology into its Web-based environment to cater to different learning styles. Because of this effort, Almeda University can reach students of all ages and help them achieve their educational goals in a timely manner. For more information, go to http://www.almedauniversity.org.

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VAIL Vail Vitality Center is now offering enhanced pilates programming thanks to the arrival of new pilates coordinator, Kellie D'Elia Laskin. Part of the new programming includes the introduction of unique sessions targeted to specific needs or special techniques designed to combat deficiencies or weaknesses. One of those programs is pfilates.

Pfilates is a scientifically derived plyometric pelvic floor and core stabilization conditioning program developed by Dr. Bruce Crawford, a Reno-based physician who created the program to help combat pelvic floor weakness. Crawford diagnosed the disorder in many of his patients and was determined to find an alternative to surgery.

Pelvic floor disorders are epidemic and include urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, female sexual dysfunction and pelvic floor prolapse. These disorders are commonplace and regarded as inevitable consequences of childbirth and hormonal changes from aging. Dr. Crawford regards these disorders as neuromuscular, deserving of a neuromuscular solution. His research and determination led to the development of specialized pfilates exercises.

Pfilates was created using pilates exercises based on extensive EMG recordings taken from the pelvic floor. The technique provides a widely accessible method of recovering or enhancing pelvic floor strength. Pfilates goes beyond Kegel exercises by using movements that condition the pelvic floor, and also tone the thighs and glutes.

D'Elia Laskin trained with Dr. Crawford, and now teaches pfilates as part of the Vail Vitality Center's Pilates programming. She is excited to introduce the new program to Vail Valley residents and visitors.

Pfilates is life-changing, said D'Elia Laskin, who's been teaching pilates for more than 12 years. Students have experienced obvious results and we're pleased they've found the exercises to be simple and quick to implement in the studio and at home.

The Vail Vitality Center's pfilates program is unique in that it incorporates the physical exercises, taught by D'Elia Laskin, with a lecture delivered by regenerative medicine specialist and staff doctor Heidi Archer, M.D. The integrated course is designed to help students understand the anatomy and hormonal changes that contribute to pelvic floor disorder, and pelvic floor prolapse, and teach the exercises that help combat the effects of the disorder.

This special Pfilates class takes place on Wednesdays (starting this week) through July 18 (no class on Wed., July 4), from 9 10 a.m. The cost is $100, which includes the lecture on June 13, four subsequent exercise-specific classes (June 20, 27, July 11 and 18), and a take-home kit with instructions. For information or to register for Pfilates at Vail Vitality Center, visit http://www.vailathleticclub.com or call 970-476-7721.

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11-06-2012 01:12 How to Lose Belly Fat Without Heavy Excercise

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11-06-2012 13:16 PASSION 4 PROFESSION ( GREAT EXERCISES) IAMLOSINGWEIGHTOK ( HER SECRETS ON WEIGHT LOSS JOURNEY FOR CURVES FIT PHATTY ( COACH AND CHALLENGES) BOOTYNOMICS ( VARIETY OF EXERCISES FOR CURVES)

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11-06-2012 15:03 Are they covering something up as a excercise, or are they just preparing for a bigger one?

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