Today W3C announces a new version of a standard for representing knowledge on the Web. OWL 2, part of W3C's Semantic Web toolkit, allows people to capture their knowledge about a particular domain (say, energy or medicine) and then use tools to manage information, search through it, and learn more from it. Furthermore, as an open standard based on Web technology, it lowers the cost of merging knowledge from multiple domains.
"OWL 2 is the direct result of user experience," said Professor Ian Horrocks, University of Oxford and Chair of the OWL Working Group. "We learned a great deal from real world applications of OWL. The new version adds both power and speed: it standardizes those features most requested by OWL users, and introduces profiles to improve scalability in typical applications."
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
Massachusetts Man Charged with Conspiracy to Provide Material Support to Terrorists
BOSTON—A Sudbury, Mass., man was charged today in federal court with conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists.
Acting U.S. Attorney Michael K. Loucks and Warren T. Bamford, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI - Boston Field Division, announced today that Tarek Mehanna, 27, of 6 Fairhaven Circle, Sudbury, Mass., was charged in a complaint with conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists.
The complaint alleges that, beginning in or about 2001 and continuing until in or about May 2008, Mehanna conspired with Ahmad Abousamra, and others to provide material support and resources for use in carrying out a conspiracy to kill, kidnap, maim or injure persons or damage property in a foreign country and extraterritorial homicide of a U.S. national.
Specifically, the complaint affidavit alleges that Mehanna and coconspirators discussed their desire to participate in violent jihad against American interests and that they would talk about fighting jihad and their desire to die on the battlefield. The complaint further alleges that the coconspirators attempted to radicalize others and inspire each other by, among other things, watching and distributing jihadi videos. It is alleged that, among other things, Mehanna and two of his associates traveled to the Middle East in February 2004, seeking military-type training at a terrorist training camp that would prepare them for armed jihad against U.S. interests, including U.S. and allied forces in Iraq. The complaint also alleges that one of Mehanna’s coconspirators made two similar trips to Pakistan in 2002.
According to the complaint affidavit, Mehanna and the coconspirators had multiple conversations about obtaining automatic weapons and randomly shooting people in a shopping mall, and that the conversations went so far as to discuss the logistics of a mall attack, including coordination, weapons needed and the possibility of attacking emergency responders. It is alleged that the plan was ultimately abandoned, because of their inability to obtain the automatic weapons they deemed necessary to effectively carry out the attacks.
Mehanna was previously indicted in January 2009 for making false statements to members of the Joint Terrorism Task Force of the FBI in connection with a terrorism investigation.
If convicted on the material support charge, Mehanna faces up to 15 years in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release and a $250,000 fine.
The case was investigated by the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) members: Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs Border Protection, Massachusetts State Police and the Lowell Police Department, in addition to other members of the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force. The JTTF includes officers and agents from a number of other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. It is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jeffrey Auerhahn and Aloke S. Chakravarty of Loucks’s Anti-Terrorism and National Security Unit.
The details contained in the complaint are allegations. The defendant is presumed to be innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Acting U.S. Attorney Michael K. Loucks and Warren T. Bamford, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI - Boston Field Division, announced today that Tarek Mehanna, 27, of 6 Fairhaven Circle, Sudbury, Mass., was charged in a complaint with conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists.
The complaint alleges that, beginning in or about 2001 and continuing until in or about May 2008, Mehanna conspired with Ahmad Abousamra, and others to provide material support and resources for use in carrying out a conspiracy to kill, kidnap, maim or injure persons or damage property in a foreign country and extraterritorial homicide of a U.S. national.
Specifically, the complaint affidavit alleges that Mehanna and coconspirators discussed their desire to participate in violent jihad against American interests and that they would talk about fighting jihad and their desire to die on the battlefield. The complaint further alleges that the coconspirators attempted to radicalize others and inspire each other by, among other things, watching and distributing jihadi videos. It is alleged that, among other things, Mehanna and two of his associates traveled to the Middle East in February 2004, seeking military-type training at a terrorist training camp that would prepare them for armed jihad against U.S. interests, including U.S. and allied forces in Iraq. The complaint also alleges that one of Mehanna’s coconspirators made two similar trips to Pakistan in 2002.
According to the complaint affidavit, Mehanna and the coconspirators had multiple conversations about obtaining automatic weapons and randomly shooting people in a shopping mall, and that the conversations went so far as to discuss the logistics of a mall attack, including coordination, weapons needed and the possibility of attacking emergency responders. It is alleged that the plan was ultimately abandoned, because of their inability to obtain the automatic weapons they deemed necessary to effectively carry out the attacks.
Mehanna was previously indicted in January 2009 for making false statements to members of the Joint Terrorism Task Force of the FBI in connection with a terrorism investigation.
If convicted on the material support charge, Mehanna faces up to 15 years in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release and a $250,000 fine.
The case was investigated by the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) members: Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs Border Protection, Massachusetts State Police and the Lowell Police Department, in addition to other members of the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force. The JTTF includes officers and agents from a number of other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. It is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jeffrey Auerhahn and Aloke S. Chakravarty of Loucks’s Anti-Terrorism and National Security Unit.
The details contained in the complaint are allegations. The defendant is presumed to be innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
The W3C Convenes
http://www.w3.org/ — 6 October 2009 — The W3C community convenes next month in Santa Clara, California for TPAC Week 2009, this year's edition of an annual week-long opportunity for W3C group participants to share news of progress and to address hot-button technical issues face-to-face.
The Internet Society (ISOC), as part of its mission to support the development of open standards, will sponsor TPAC 2009 and actively participate in the event. In addition to ISOC representatives, participants from other standards development organizations will join in discussion about the health of the "Internet Ecosystem."
"The Internet Society is pleased to support and participate in the important work of the W3C community around TPAC 2009,” said Leslie Daigle, Chief Internet Technology Officer of the Internet Society. “The Internet's immense success as a platform for innovation over the past 40 years has been built on a foundation of open standards, and its continued evolution will be driven by efforts such as those led by the W3C.”
"I'm pleased that the Internet Society is sponsoring and participating in TPAC 2009," said Tim Berners-Lee, W3C Director. "ISOC and W3C both work to foster the open development of standards that empower users around the world. A lot of social networking happens during TPAC, and this year there will be an even greater number of participants from the broader open standards community."
A FAQ about ISOC and W3C is available for more information.
The Internet Society (ISOC), as part of its mission to support the development of open standards, will sponsor TPAC 2009 and actively participate in the event. In addition to ISOC representatives, participants from other standards development organizations will join in discussion about the health of the "Internet Ecosystem."
"The Internet Society is pleased to support and participate in the important work of the W3C community around TPAC 2009,” said Leslie Daigle, Chief Internet Technology Officer of the Internet Society. “The Internet's immense success as a platform for innovation over the past 40 years has been built on a foundation of open standards, and its continued evolution will be driven by efforts such as those led by the W3C.”
"I'm pleased that the Internet Society is sponsoring and participating in TPAC 2009," said Tim Berners-Lee, W3C Director. "ISOC and W3C both work to foster the open development of standards that empower users around the world. A lot of social networking happens during TPAC, and this year there will be an even greater number of participants from the broader open standards community."
A FAQ about ISOC and W3C is available for more information.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Ohio boy, 7, hit by deer while playing football
WINTERSVILLE, Ohio – A 7-year-old Ohio boy playing a game of backyard football was tackled by a deer.
Brandon Hiles says he encountered the buck when the ball rolled into woods while he was playing with friends Saturday in Wintersville, about 125 miles east of Columbus. The boy says the buck ran at him and flipped him with its antlers, leaving bruises and a gash.
His 9-year-old friend Wyatt Pugh (pyoo) beat the deer with a stick to make it go away.
Wintersville Police Officer Art Fowler Jr. says there were actually two bucks in the area gearing for a fight, and Brandon was attacked when he inadvertently got between them.
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Brandon Hiles says he encountered the buck when the ball rolled into woods while he was playing with friends Saturday in Wintersville, about 125 miles east of Columbus. The boy says the buck ran at him and flipped him with its antlers, leaving bruises and a gash.
His 9-year-old friend Wyatt Pugh (pyoo) beat the deer with a stick to make it go away.
Wintersville Police Officer Art Fowler Jr. says there were actually two bucks in the area gearing for a fight, and Brandon was attacked when he inadvertently got between them.
http://www.wtov9.com
Friday, October 9, 2009
NIH Grantees Win 2009 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
The 2009 Nobel Prize in chemistry is shared by two grantees of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Thomas A. Steitz, Ph.D., of Yale University, New Haven, CT and Ada E. Yonath, Ph.D., of the Weizmann Institute of Science, Rehovot, Israel. The two researchers share the award with a former NIH grantee, Venkatraman Ramakrishnan, Ph.D., of the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, United Kingdom. The three researchers are honored for studies of the structure and function of the ribosome. Ribosomes produce proteins, which in turn control the chemistry in all living organisms.
"Understanding the ribosome's inner-workings is important for a scientific understanding of life," said NIH director Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D. "Thanks to the 3D models created by these three researchers showing how various antibiotics bind to the ribosome, scientists can now develop new antibiotics which will ultimately save lives and decrease suffering."
The NIH began supporting the work of Dr. Steitz in 1971, Dr. Yonath in 1985, and Dr. Ramakrishnan in 1979 and has provided a total of more than $17 million to the three researchers.
The NIH's National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) has provided more than $8 million to support the work of Dr. Steitz, nearly $4 million to support the work of Dr. Yonath, and more than $2 million to support the work of Dr. Ramakrishnan.
"When these researchers started their work, determining the structure and mechanism of the ribosome seemed nearly impossible," said NIGMS director Jeremy M. Berg, Ph.D. "Their achievement shows how basic research to answer fundamental questions about biology also lays the foundation for medical advances."
In addition, the NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and the National Center for Research Resources (NCRR) provided more than $1 million and more than $800,000, respectively to support the research of Dr. Steitz. The National Center for Research Resources also provided more than $800,000 to support the work of Dr. Yonath.
"NCRR is pleased that our national Biomedical Technology Research Centers in synchrotron research provided access to the synchrotron radiation and associated technologies that were essential for the elucidation of the ribosome structure by the three laureates," said NCRR Director Barbara Alving, M.D. "Along with access to the complex technologies developed at the synchrotron centers came the expertise of the research center investigators that provide the service and training essential for optimal use."
The Office of the Director, the central office at NIH, is responsible for setting policy for NIH, which includes 27 Institutes and Centers. This involves planning, managing, and coordinating the programs and activities of all NIH components. The Office of the Director also includes program offices which are responsible for stimulating specific areas of research throughout NIH. Additional information is available at http://www.nih.gov/icd/od/. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) — The Nation's Medical Research Agency — includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It is the primary federal agency for conducting and supporting basic, clinical and translational medical research, and it investigates the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit www.nih.gov.
"Understanding the ribosome's inner-workings is important for a scientific understanding of life," said NIH director Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D. "Thanks to the 3D models created by these three researchers showing how various antibiotics bind to the ribosome, scientists can now develop new antibiotics which will ultimately save lives and decrease suffering."
The NIH began supporting the work of Dr. Steitz in 1971, Dr. Yonath in 1985, and Dr. Ramakrishnan in 1979 and has provided a total of more than $17 million to the three researchers.
The NIH's National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) has provided more than $8 million to support the work of Dr. Steitz, nearly $4 million to support the work of Dr. Yonath, and more than $2 million to support the work of Dr. Ramakrishnan.
"When these researchers started their work, determining the structure and mechanism of the ribosome seemed nearly impossible," said NIGMS director Jeremy M. Berg, Ph.D. "Their achievement shows how basic research to answer fundamental questions about biology also lays the foundation for medical advances."
In addition, the NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and the National Center for Research Resources (NCRR) provided more than $1 million and more than $800,000, respectively to support the research of Dr. Steitz. The National Center for Research Resources also provided more than $800,000 to support the work of Dr. Yonath.
"NCRR is pleased that our national Biomedical Technology Research Centers in synchrotron research provided access to the synchrotron radiation and associated technologies that were essential for the elucidation of the ribosome structure by the three laureates," said NCRR Director Barbara Alving, M.D. "Along with access to the complex technologies developed at the synchrotron centers came the expertise of the research center investigators that provide the service and training essential for optimal use."
The Office of the Director, the central office at NIH, is responsible for setting policy for NIH, which includes 27 Institutes and Centers. This involves planning, managing, and coordinating the programs and activities of all NIH components. The Office of the Director also includes program offices which are responsible for stimulating specific areas of research throughout NIH. Additional information is available at http://www.nih.gov/icd/od/. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) — The Nation's Medical Research Agency — includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It is the primary federal agency for conducting and supporting basic, clinical and translational medical research, and it investigates the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit www.nih.gov.
Affordable Search-Engine-Optimized Web sites by 3w-presence.com - now with free hosting
If you’re looking for unparalleled customer responsiveness at very reasonable rates, 3w-presence.com is the website design and hosting company for you. And now, To celebrate its 12th anniversary, 3w-presence.com com is offering one year of free web hosting for start-up Web sites and relaunches.“I realized early on that developing Web sites with search engine visibility was important,” said Gail Scanlan, founder of 3w-presence.com. “Having a web site no one knows exists is very frustrating.”“We create simple, user-friendly Web sites with search engine optimization built right into the design,” said Scanlan, who has a webmaster certificate from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and is certified as a Qualified Google Advertising Professional.With customers ranging from business who rely heavily on e-commerce to non-profit organizations, Scanlan’s approach is to minimize the cost of customer and client acquisition with reasonable pricing for website design coupled with effective search engine placement.“We are constantly upgrading our search engine positioning skills,” said Scanlan. “The technology and software is changing every day.”3w-presence.com prides itself on unparalleled customer service and works to answer all email inquiries within 4 to 24 hours. Customer satisfaction is of utmost importance. So if you have a Web site and it isn’t working for you, or if you don’t have a Web site and know it’s to establish yourself on the Web, contact 3w-presence.com for a free price quote.3w-presence.com memberships include: Association of Strategic Marketing, Qualified Google Advertising Professional, National Association of Professional Women, Wyckoff Chamber of Commerce.
OfficeSpace Software Launches Application to Easily Manage Moves and Workspaces
OfficeSpace Software is pleased to announce the expanded deployment of OfficeSpace, an innovative move management and workspace allocation application. Designed to be intuitive and efficient, OfficeSpace’s web-based interface and drag-and-drop capabilities make it easy for administrative assistants, office managers and facility professionals to allocate workspaces and schedule moves. The OfficeSpace platform avoids the expensive and cumbersome structure of other IWMS and CAFM systems that are often underutilized, and instead focuses on the core features needed by the majority of users. Customers are able to administer the system without the large investment in training needed by many other platforms, and ongoing use of the system is simple enough to eliminate the need for dedicated administrators or data entry personnel. Straightforward implementation means OfficeSpace can be up, populated and running in just a few days. Because future software upgrades are non-disruptive, customers can rely on the system to be stable and highly scalable. OfficeSpace targets the sweet spot where need and productivity meet, offering facilities and other space managers a dramatically more efficient way to allocate and manage workspaces. Minimal upfront costs and the ability to choose between in-house and hosted solutions enable businesses of every size to leverage the features of OfficeSpace. Ashkon Sabet, chief technology officer of OfficeSpace Software, feels the company’s straightforward licensing model, attractive monthly subscription cost and strong customer support offer the best value and usability in space management software. “When we release new features and upgrades, our customers get them right away, so they always have the latest version of OfficeSpace. And because we designed OfficeSpace as a truly web-delivered solution, customers can finally implement a customizable and robust platform without the need for an extensive IT infrastructure,” said Sabet. OfficeSpace Software develops tools to make the move management and space allocation processes simpler and smoother. By designing a software platform that is intuitive and cost-effective, the team at OfficeSpace Software continues their commitment to helping customers gain a competitive advantage through the efficient use of existing assets and resources. OfficeSpace Software is based in New York City, with additional offices in Paris and London.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Zylog Systems launches VoIP services
Zylog Systems India Limited, a leading global software solutions and services provider, today announced the launch of its VoIP services ‘Wi5 Mega Talk’ in Ahmedabad. The service will be available in all leading cities of the state and will help people connect to their loved ones living abroad. Customers can now experience a clear, undistorted communication with no lag or echo via a high-speed Internet connection at an extremely affordable cost. Voice over Internet Protocol allows you to enjoy unlimited long-distance International phone calls to your close ones and also helps in reducing calling cost on business purposes. VOIP services were traditionally available only between PC to PC calls. But with ‘Wi5 Mega talk’ an Analog Telephone Adapter (ATA) will be connected to your existing high speed internet connection and your telephone. One can just pick up the phone and make calls to friends, relatives, business partners sitting miles away and pay as local call rates. The person you're calling need not even have a Wi5 Mega Talk or an Internet connection on their side, they just need a phone. Wireless Wi5 Mega Talk also offers the option of a Softphone facility i.e you can also make calls through your computer. Additionally, you can also continue to surf the web or send and receive email while talking over Wi5 Mega Talk. These facilities are only available for residents of India. “Low call-rates as compared to conventional telephony and increasing Internet penetration are the key drivers for the growth of the VoIP-based services in India. India is one of the biggest market opportunities for wireless broadband and telecommunications today and Zylog Systems have been in the forefront of establishing a very strong distribution channel for these services, said Mr. Ramanujam Sesharathnam, Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer, Zylog Systems Ltd. We have identified that at least 1million Gujarati’s are spread around the world. Our ‘Wi5 Mega Talk’ services will provide compelling and affordable rates to the customers in Gujarat as we have also mapped urban and semi urban market in this region.” he added. Mr. Srihari, Head - India Operations, Zylog Systems Limited said, “VOIP market is growing at a phenomenal rate in India and as the internet availability is intensifying, our scope of operation will also grow in the same proportion. Prior to Gujarat we launched our services in Punjab and Tamil Nadu and we have a comprehensive plan to expand our services to the entire country in the next couple of months. We intend to be the leading VOIP player in India and outside India within the next couple of years”, he added.Wi5 Mega Talk has seven plans varying depending on the geographical locations such as Asian Bonanza, Gulf Magic, Western Delight, Western Delight power plan, World Talk, Heart 2 Heart and Enticing Australia. . These plans range from as low as Rs.299 to Rupees 1000 per month
Eight US soldiers killed in Afghanistan after clash with millitants
Officials say that eight US soldiers and two members with the Afghan National Security Force were killed on Saturday, following a battle with militants in Afghanistan. Another thirteen Afghan security officers were captured.
The clashes occurred in the Nuristan province, a remote area in the eastern part of the country, NATO said. It was the largest number of US troops killed in a single battle for over a year.
The militants had reportedly attacked two security posts in the province with rifles and rockets, according to the International Security Assistance Force. The posts were surrounded by several hundred fighters.
In response, the US dispatched jets to launch air strikes on the area. A statement by NATO announced that "coalition forces effectively repelled the attack and inflicted heavy enemy casualties while eight ISAF and two ANSF [Afghan National Security Forces] members were killed."
The Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
The clashes occurred in the Nuristan province, a remote area in the eastern part of the country, NATO said. It was the largest number of US troops killed in a single battle for over a year.
The militants had reportedly attacked two security posts in the province with rifles and rockets, according to the International Security Assistance Force. The posts were surrounded by several hundred fighters.
In response, the US dispatched jets to launch air strikes on the area. A statement by NATO announced that "coalition forces effectively repelled the attack and inflicted heavy enemy casualties while eight ISAF and two ANSF [Afghan National Security Forces] members were killed."
The Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Overweight People See Higher Life Insurance Rates
Obtaining an extensive but affordable life insurance policy is easier said than done these days, especially if the applicant is overweight. With obesity becoming a prominent problem throughout the United States, many insurance companies are becoming more and more hesitant to dish out policies. “Your life insurance rates rely on a number of factors, but none are bigger—no pun intended—than your weight,” the article, Size Matters: How Weight Affects Life Insurance Rates, reports. “If you’re worried about losing out on the cheapest life insurance policy because of your weight, you are not alone. According to a 2007 report by the Trust for America’s Health, 25 percent of the population in 19 states is obese. Underwriters see overweight applicants as high risk, causing them to either deny their requests for a policy or bombard them with life insurance rates that are through the roof.”So how does an applicant know whether or not he/she is overweight? Most life insurance companies gauge a person’s weight using their BMI, or body mass index. A person is considered overweight if their BMI is between 25 and 30, and obese if it is over 30. The higher the BMI, the more expensive life insurance rates they will receive. Life insurance rates are not the only things a person’s weight affects. People considered overweight or obese are more susceptible to deadly health conditions such as hypertension, osteoarthritis, type 2 diabetes and respiratory problems, just to name a few.So is there any chance for a positive outcome? The answer is a resounding yes. “Don’t get discouraged if you are overweight and in need of cheap life insurance,” the article emphasizes. “Although it’s easier said than done, maintaining a good diet and exercising regularly can drastically improve your BMI and help you obtain those inexpensive life insurance rates you’ve always wanted.”
Friday, October 2, 2009
Rio de Janeiro to host 2016 Olympics
The International Olympic Committee has selected Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to host the 2016 Summer Olympics. IOC President Jacques Rogge made the announcement Friday in an IOC meeting in Copenhagen, Denmark on Friday.
The other three contestants, Chicago, Madrid, and Tokyo, were eliminated in earlier rounds of voting. Chicago was the first candidate city eliminated in voting, with Tokyo was dropped in the second round. Rio de Janeiro was left to compete with Madrid.
Brazilian president Lula said that his country would "deliver an unforgettable Games".Rogge said that Rio de Janeiro had "a very strong technical bid, built upon a vision of the Games being a celebration of the athletes and sport, as well as providing the opportunity for the city, region and country to deliver their broader long-term aspirations for the future." He added that "this call to 'live your passion' clearly struck a chord with my fellow members, and we now look forward to seeing Rio de Janeiro staging the first Olympic Games on the continent of South America."
"Rio is ready. Give us this chance and you will not regret it," Brazil's president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had told the committee before the vote. "Rio will deliver an unforgettable Games. You will see for yourselves the passion, the energy and the creativity of the Brazilian people."
"All those people who thought we had no ability to govern this country will now learn that we can host the Olympics," Lula had said after the winning city was named. "There is a lot of work ahead of us and we will start working early. The Brazilian people are good and generous and the country deserves it."
The other three contestants, Chicago, Madrid, and Tokyo, were eliminated in earlier rounds of voting. Chicago was the first candidate city eliminated in voting, with Tokyo was dropped in the second round. Rio de Janeiro was left to compete with Madrid.
Brazilian president Lula said that his country would "deliver an unforgettable Games".Rogge said that Rio de Janeiro had "a very strong technical bid, built upon a vision of the Games being a celebration of the athletes and sport, as well as providing the opportunity for the city, region and country to deliver their broader long-term aspirations for the future." He added that "this call to 'live your passion' clearly struck a chord with my fellow members, and we now look forward to seeing Rio de Janeiro staging the first Olympic Games on the continent of South America."
"Rio is ready. Give us this chance and you will not regret it," Brazil's president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had told the committee before the vote. "Rio will deliver an unforgettable Games. You will see for yourselves the passion, the energy and the creativity of the Brazilian people."
"All those people who thought we had no ability to govern this country will now learn that we can host the Olympics," Lula had said after the winning city was named. "There is a lot of work ahead of us and we will start working early. The Brazilian people are good and generous and the country deserves it."
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