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from us$34.99 to $29.99 a month. the new price drop will be reflected on current customer bills and will be available for existing customers wishing to upgrade to the unlimited plan. vonage has extended its reach to customers by using retail partners including amazon.com, best buy, radioshack and circuit city. its ability to reach new markets and customers has allowed the company to add 20,000 lines per month to its network.
vonage is a voice-over-ip (voip) service which allows customers to use existing cable modem or dsl connections to the internet to carry phone service. vonage does not require fees for its hardware or an annual contract, but includes many features, such as caller id and call waiting, as a part of all of its phone plans, which start at $14.99 a month.
read more on the story from the vonage press release. geek.com will have a review of the vonage service posted next week.
brian's opinion
it's pretty amazing when you see a company actually pass some of its earnings to its existing customer base. though i believe there is some good will involved, i think the bigger motivation was companies like at&t entering the voip market. local phone companies may be able to attract current traditional phone service customers to voip service more easily via brand recognition and loyalty.
$29.99 a month is an incredible price when you consider that the price is equal to or lower than what most of us pay monthly for local phone service. if you add an unlimited long distance plan for $20 a month the vonage savings really start to add up.
i have considered vonage myself, but don't like the idea of having to dial an area code even for local numbers. for $29.99 a month i may get over that reservation.
user comments 27 comment(s)
|current customer (10:20am est tue may 18 2004)
i have been on vonage for about a year now. it prety much rocks. qos is almost identical to traditional residental service, and their tech support actualy seems to know what is going on. i had minor issues with the initial setup. the voip router they send is a 10mb, my network was 100mb dedicated. worked it out almost imidiately. the web based account management is far beond anything ameritech offers. – by photozz
|brian (10:47am est tue may 18 2004)
you don't like dialing three extra digits? that is your rationale for not wanting this product? perhaps i have too much free time, but i am sure willing to punch three extra numbers to save all that $$$.
anyhow, those of us that live in huge metropolitan areas have been dialing using 10 digits for years.
– by cells still better
|homage! (10:51am est tue may 18 2004)
vonage rocks! i took it with me to ireland and plugged it into my friends ethernet port. my friends back home were calling me like it was just another local number. now that is sweet.
– by fragile chimp
|vonage canada (10:52am est tue may 18 2004)
i have vonage in canada, and i am very pleased with it. i pay 34 cnd for unlimited province wide calling, 500 mins north america.
i wonder when/if they will pass on these savings to the canadian's!
btw – this is the future of voice calling…it can only get cheaper – by canuck
|re:brian (11:47am est tue may 18 2004)
"i have considered vonage myself, but don't like the idea of having to dial an area code even for local numbers. for $29.99 a month i may get over that reservation."
brian you better get your butt onboard the vonage train. from the looks of the ads on geek.com they seem to be your biggest source of income.
– by rax
|make sure (12:04pm est tue may 18 2004)
please take latency into account when reviewing these systems. i was with packet8 and hated the delay. hopefully vonage has more servers with a greater chance of one being closer. – by blot
|news or press release? (12:49pm est tue may 18 2004)
shouldn't the leaking of the cisco code carry more weight than this article? i bet it shows up here today.
– by geekzilla
|re: geekzilla (1:02pm est tue may 18 2004)
cisco is not putting big ads on geek so that story gets not play or will have to wait until wednsday.
– by rax
|western pa (1:03pm est tue may 18 2004)
in western pennsylvania we already have to dial the area code even for local calls. – by lawgeek
|cisco comment (2:03pm est tue may 18 2004)
"shouldn't the leaking of the cisco code carry more weight than this article? i bet it shows up here today."
it should be more important but it was here yesterday…
|re: brian (3:05pm est tue may 18 2004)
"i have considered vonage myself, but don't like the idea of having to dial an area code even for local numbers. for $29.99 a month i may get over that reservation."
it's a growing trend. in new york you now have to dial the area code to place any phone call, and apparently the same is true of western pa and i'm sure other places as well. – by blah
|blah (4:01pm est tue may 18 2004)
yes, you have to dial the area code everywhere now. i used to dial only 4 numbers in the small town i grew up in.
i can't depend on voip until i know my security system and children can connect in the event of a power outage.
i still have to have a damn lan line and get raped by sw bell. i really hate that company. – by geekzilla
|reliability (5:08pm est tue may 18 2004)
reliability is crucial. i can't consider phone service which dies when my connection does, or when my power goes out. and although their 911 option is better than it was, it still isn't good enough. – by capitalist
|works everywhere (6:13pm est tue may 18 2004)
i have lived and worked overseas more than twenty years, and vonage is a godsend. here in belgium, my "new jersey" phone line has been trouble-free and well worth the price. latency is almost non-existent…voip has come a long way. – by foreign service guy
|grrr… (8:53pm est tue may 18 2004)
lawgeek beat me to it. there are other areas too which require it. – by werg
|reliability (10:42pm est tue may 18 2004)
i was concerned about reliability as well but if the power goes out or my internet connection goes down i always have my cell so its not like i'm disconnected from the world. – by embrace voip
|more a reaction… (5:06am est wed may 19 2004)
to tw cable's offering of "digital phone service". this increases the price gap between it and vonage from $5 to $10.
as to reliability – vonage hasn't failed me yet. unfortunately i can't say the same of tw. cable once went down for an hour, which would've been a pain had i not had my cell phone. – by blah
|question (3:52am est thu jun 03 2004)
although the initial idea of saving on your phone bill sounds like an awesome idea, you can't get vonage without having dsl/cable internet right? so you end up losing money anyway? – by concerned
|choppy audio (6:47pm est tue jun 22 2004)
i signed up for vonage, but received choppy audio, most likely due to latency and packet loss issues with my cable internet provider (cebridge). i decided to cancel the service since i do not have the time to squabble with the cable company. – by scooby
|recomendation (2:07am est tue jun 29 2004)
i leave in tampa fl, but i travel to ecuador. does any one knows if my phone could work there? + who in this days does not have internet connections? this vonage sounds like great deal. i paid $35 for local phone line + a least $50 for long distance call.
vonage to be – by vicente
|how does it work (2:08pm est thu jan 27 2005)
can any way tell me how companies like vonage aquire all the local numbers and what kind of costs are involved in that? – by talentsearch
|big bother (1:54am est wed apr 27 2005)
any ideas on security? do you think they are capturing our packets? – by paranoid
|it's a toy! (8:47pm est thu oct 06 2005)
i just had my vonage service for a couple of weeks. but the phone keeps stopping functioning. if i recycle the power of the phone adaptor (linksys rtp300), it will work for another hour or so and then stop working – no dial tone, cannot receive call.
i have to say at this time, this service is more a toy than a utility!
|vonage sucks (8:44pm est sun nov 27 2005)
originally i thought vonage was a great idea. but quickly found out otherwise.
i have had nothing but poor voice quality. dropped out calls. and the worst customer service i've ever experienced. they blame everything else but their own service and equipment. so, after spending countless hours over several weeks checking my computer, my dsl provider, my phone company and my software, turns out it was a faulty vonage device they sent me. so after some nagging from me and several calls, they finally replaced it.
then i get an email warning saying that unless i pay for the return of the old device (that was faulty in the first place), they're going to charge me $99.99 for it!! i've packed it up ready to go, expecting some sort of return slip or label from vonage to go with it as per other professionally operated companies and…nothing! not even after a promise of one from their customer service people. i've emailed several times. no reply. i've called. no help whatsoever. they won't even tell me where to send it back to! go figure!!!
so i'm cancelling my vonage account as soon as i figure out how to keep my number and moving to another voip service. vonage is a joke!
do not sign up! – by marineboy1970
|vonage is crap (10:49am est sun jun 11 2006)
vonage is useless. you may think your phone is working, in reality you are missing out on important incoming calls.
this company will crash and burn. i hope the ipo participants get their money back.
i tired the service and have the bruises to prove it. – by vonage victim
|vonage (6:16pm est sun sep 03 2006)
we hate vonage. they want you signed up, will take all they can get and make it very hard to quit. – by vonage hated
|frustrated! (11:25am est wed oct 04 2006)
vonage warning!
think twice about ordering vonage… i wish i did. the service hasn�t worked 90% of the time since i ordered it (no dial tone).
if you call vonage, the �customer service� option, option 5, says it�s an �improper selection.� ultimately, it will disconnect you (over and over again). there is no problem, of course, with selecting option 1, new service, which i did and asked him to cancel my account. he said (in something that almost sounded like english) that he can�t do that, customer service had to and he�d transfer me. he disconnected me.
after several more calls, they reluctantly canceled the account (after demanding to know �why�), but they charged me a $40 disconnection fee and an $80.00 modem recovery fee. i told them i�d box up the modem and send it to them. they said they didn�t want it.
be forewarned! buy a book of stamps. smoke signals. telepathy. anything but vonage. – by buitseach rua


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Animal Charity Uncovers Abusive Treatment
The Animals Asia Foundation documented live animal performances and abusive training methods. A warning -- Holly Williams' report contains pictures animals being mistreated, including a live cow being fed to tigers.
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Video from the Tourism Authority of Thailand Newsroom.
Asia Pacific Cultural Center Cultural Tour to Thailand
November 1-12, 2017
- Seattle to Bangkok
- Bangkok to Chiang Rai
- Chiang Rai to Mae Sai
- Mae Sai to Chiang Mai
- Chiang Mai to Seattle
$2,850 Per person. Single room add $500 more.
Please contact us at 253-383-3900 to book this once in a lifetime tour to Thailand.
Since 2011, Asia Pacific Cultural Center has been leading WA residents to Asia Pacific countries that they serve to understand deeply those countries. So far we have had tours to China, Taiwan, Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Hawaii. This year you can join us and experience the ever popular Thailand to learn about their food, culture, beautiful country and wonderful people.
Some of the highlights
Loy Kratong Dinner Cruise. Most luxurious and exciting cruise. Spend a memorable evening cruising and dining along the Chao Phraya River amidst the enchanting atmosphere of the East.
Visit to Wat Phra Si Sanphet, most outstanding monastery is located in grand palace compound used as a residential palace. We will have night tour by Ricshow paddle.
Visit to Historical Park, the first truly independent Thai Kingdom, visit the ruins of the Royal Palaces, Buddhist Temples. This center of the Kingdom is now preserved and restored by the Fine Arts Department with the cooperation of UNESCO.
We will learn about different tribe members of Lahu, Karen, Iu Mien, YaoAkha and Palong .
Will be where 3 countries meet, Thailand, Laos, and Mayanmar.
Visiting Night Market will give us shopping.
We will experience an Elephant Safari, Bamboo Rafting, and learn more than 50 varieties of Orchids and Butterfly Farm.
We will have cooking class and visit an umbrella handicraft center at Sa Paper to bring back our own decorated umbrella!


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High Intensity Exercise Improves Glucose Control In Type-2 Diabetics
One of the most effective ways for type-2 diabetics to improve glucose control is through endurance training. Unfortunately the time commitment required for this type of exercise is often too much for diabetics. Interestingly, a new study, published last month in the journal Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism has found that short duration high intensity physical activity may be just as effective as longer duration endurance exercise in improving glycemic control in type-2 diabetic patients.
The study, led by Professor Martin Gibala of the Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University, Canada, involved seven adults with type-2 diabetes who underwent a session of high intensity physical exercise involving 10 sixty second cycling sprints with a target heart rate of 90% maximum alternating with 1 minute rest periods. The researchers compared the 24-hour glucose levels of the participants with their levels on a control day that involving no physical exercise.
The authors found significant decreased in overall blood glucose levels as well as post-prandial glucose levels (glucose levels immediately following a meal). The amount of time spent with glucose levels above 10 mmol/l decreased from an average of 15.2% on the control day to 4.5% on the exercise day. Post-prandial glucose levels, as measured by the area under the 3-hour glucose response curve following meal times, decreased by 36%.
Professor Gibala has previously conducted studies on high intensity exercise that have produced similar results. A 2011 study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, found that 6 30-minute high intensity sessions performed over two weeks decreased glucose levels by 13% and improved skeletal muscle mitochondrial capacity – a measure of metabolic health.
Skeletal muscle is the major contributor to post-prandial glucose clearance however it is generally impaired in type-2 diabetics. Insulin and physical exertion both increase glucose uptake by the skeletal muscle. Studies have also shown that repeat physical exercise increases the glucose transport capacity of skeletal muscle.
Most type-1 diabetics, and some type-2 diabetics who require insulin may actually experience slight increases in blood sugar levels immediately after high intensity exercise due to an increase in the levels of counter-regulatory glucose hormones which are released to prevent hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). This increase in blood sugar levels usually lasts just 1-2 hours while the benefits of high intensity exercise, in terms of improved glucose control, last 24-48 hours.
High intensity physical exercise is not normally recommended for patients with pre-existing heart disease, a BMI greater than 35, or a history of exercise induced syncope.
The American Diabetes Association recommends that diabetics spend 150 minutes a week performing moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise.
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Manchester United man Marouane Fellaini believes he was unfairly treated by the media last season.
Marouane Fellaini has gone from villain to hero at Manchester United, but the Belgian believes the level of criticism he attracted last term was unjust.
Fellaini was ineffective for David Moyes and became symbolic of the malaise at the club when he failed to deliver on his £27 million price tag last season.
But the 2014-15 campaign has been a different story and Fellaini is in good form having started every game in United's run of six consecutive victories.
The 27-year-old feels that his early difficulties at United made him a stronger player, but he insists he didn't deserve such harsh criticism.
"Last season we didn't play well as a team and it was easy for people outside the club to say it was me because the manager brought me with him, but that was something I had to deal with," Fellaini told The Times.
"It was a difficult moment because in all my career I hadn't experienced anything like it.
"I learnt a lot. I care about what people have to say, of course, but my concern was for my family, my mum and dad and my brothers, because when critics are saying bad things about me, it will have been very hard for them."
Fellaini then stressed that United must do better than last season and set the target of a top-four finish.
"Last season was not good enough for Manchester United," he admitted.
"We know that and we are working hard to put that right. In some ways it is too early to talk about the title because we are still building and it is only December, but we are winning matches consistently again and when that happens your belief grows.
"At the very least we have to be in the top four - we must do that. I wanted this challenge."
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The UBC School of Nursing has an international reputation for research and scholarship and a vision characterized by social relevance and excellence. Faculty, students and clinical partners are award-winning leaders within nursing, health care and the academy, are active in numerous international initiatives and are creating links between British Columbia and the larger global context of health and health care.
Education in Asia-Pacific Region
- The School of Nursing has renewed its partnership with the Canada India Education Society (CIES) to support the development of nursing education in the Indian state of Punjab. The CIES and the School of Nursing began their partnership in 1998, with the goal of supporting the nursing education program at Guru Nanak College of Nursing in Punjab. Through visits, exchanges, and advocacy for nursing, the partnership has increased the profile and status of nursing as a profession – and through doing so has improved the health of citizens in more than 60 nearby villages, and helped many women and poorer families improve their lives through employment in a growing and necessary field. As Director of the UBC-BFUHS Nursing Partnership Project, Associate Professor Susan Dahinten has been pivotal in supporting this partnership. www.nursing.ubc.ca/News/NewsItem.aspx?id=185
- Associate Professor Maura MacPhee has been working with Nethersole School of Nursing of Chinese University, Hong Kong, to develop a collaborative Nethersole-UBC Nursing Leadership Institute. She also teaches a leadership intensive for Nethersole's masters and doctoral students, co-evaluates their case scenarios with a Nethersole faculty, and supports their MN/DN accreditation. She is also collaborating on a joint nursing-leadership institute for the nurse practice leaders of Hong Kong and lower mainland China. She also conducted leadership workshops for the Taiwanese Nurses Association and practice-based nurse leaders from around Taipei, Taiwan.
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- Professor Sally Thorne collaborates on several international projects including: Guru Nanak Partnership Project in Dhahan-Kaleran, Punjab, India and the Baba Farid Project (Amritsar); publishes on the topic of Breast Cancer Survivorship with a past visiting graduate student (Eileen Chan) from Chinese University of Hong Kong; edits the journal Nursing Inquiry, published by Wiley Blackwell in Singapore and the Philippine; collaborates on palliative care research with a former post-doctoral fellow (Yoko Katayama) who is now a faculty member at Kagawa University in Japan; mentors former doctoral student (Wil-Lie Chen) who is on faculty at China Medical College in Taichung, Taiwan; has a manuscript in progress on models of hope in cancer care with former Visiting Scholar (Dal Sook Kim) on faculty in Chungnam University in South Korea; and liaises with Diana Lee, Director of the Nethersole School of Nursing at Chinese University of Hong Kong on various strategic educational partnership ideas.
- Professor Pam Ratner, Director of the Chronic Diseases and Health Promotion Research Center at the Chiayi, Taiwan campus, collaborates and co-authors work with Professor Su-Er Guo of Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, in Taiwan. She is also the external examiner for the Graduate School, Master of Nursing Programme, Chinese University of Hong Kong (2010-2014).
- Doctoral trainee, Christina Han, studies Culture and Suicide: Perspectives of first-generation Korean-Canadian immigrants, with supervisor Associate Professor John Oliffe. Her doctoral work is extending this research to involve different populations in Korea in the coming years to further understand how culture and suicide connect.


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Jane Asher, the cake-tastic ex of Beatle Paul McCartney, has won top prize in a 'bake off' sponsored by Bero.
Celebrities were invited to submit recipes which were then tested and tasted by Women's Institutes across the country. WI members nominated their favourites and a shortlist was drawn up for the Grand Finale, held at the Aga Factory Shop in Telford.
A unanimous decision by a panel of judges voted Jane Asher's Brownie recipe into top place.
"I couldn't get enough of them, man," said John Selwyn-Gummer. "The more I ate, the more, like, I wanted to eat - not like those sodding burgers."
185g unsalted butter - melted
185g best dark chocolate - melted
85g plain flour - sifted
40g cocoa powder - sifted
50g white chocolate - chopped
50g milk chocolate - chopped
3 large eggs - lightly beaten
275g golden caster sugar
150g organic marijuana - finely chopped
Combine all of the ingredients, pour into an oiled tin and bake at 180'C for 25 minutes until just set. Leave to cool, then cut into small squares if you're square; triangles, hexagons or diamonds if you're a cool cat.


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Photo and video update from their guardian
Together again
Silver & Genie holding tails 🙂
At last Silver has found a good and loving home! Hope she will soon get along well with the 3 other feline family members. For the time being she has her own big double-story cage with hammock.
Old Ginger is recovering well…a few more days and he can be released back.
Sandy is now acting more like her old self. The Tail seems broken though…it has now a kink in the middle. I didn't notice any smell so hopefully it is healing. I tried to mix a Vibravet tablet in her food…but she didn't eat it. Will get some Clavulox tomorrow and try again.
Rocky has been fighting again. The puncture wounds at his ears are healing but the one on his forehead looks infected and there is a smell. I think he needs to take a course of antibiotics in addition to the antibiotic powder.
Filed under Blog, old-ginger, rocky, sandy, silver
Silver is still not very interested in playing with the 2 kittens. She is more human oriented and I guess she would be most happy in a one-cat-home, or would need time to warm up to another cat.
R was at my door carrying Silver who had been missing for 3 weeks. She found her at a car park across the main road while walking home.
Silver looks a little scared but otherwise ok. She is now at the balcony and getting to know the two kittens. Hope she will be adopted…before some children carry her off again. Hope Genie will still remember her…and there is now also Jenny.
I have released both Jenny and Judy today…both recovered well and none of them was pregnant 🙂
Have not seen Silver since Thursday. She is pretty and friendly…could someone have taken her home?
Anna's Clover (the cat with the broken front leg) has been missing from area 3 blk *52 for more than 2 weeks. Yesterday Sylvia found him just a few blocks away, he was hungry but otherwise he seemed alright.
I noticed that Boy Boy is walking with a slight limp. Will get the joint support formula for him…maybe Anna had stopped giving it to him.
Have just released Silver at Blk *24 area 1. She was playing with Genie, so hopefully she will stay there with her, instead of going back to *25 and sleeping under cars…
Rocky is making trouble again…he was okay with Genie alone but I guess two girls invading his territory is too much. First Silver was hiding behind the pipes then a while later Rocky was chasing Genie into the drain…


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Personal Shopper 3 is here! Find the items again prior to the specified time limit, so that advanced to the next level. But this time you discover a dark office with only a flashlight. You must be very much mistaken in doing so, because then you can shorten the time to search. Unfortunately, the game is Chinese, but you start to navigate easily and intuitively you play it left-most button.
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Cooking for dairy free and gluten free needs isn't as hard as it may seem. There are lots of recipe choices available that are tasty and easy to make.
There are tons of delicious spinach salad recipes out there. But this recipe holds a special place in my heart. We have been eating this in my family for years. My auntie contributed this spinach salad to a charity cook book, and we have all been sucking in the spinach with gratitude ever since. The original recipe contained fried bacon pieces. I substitute this for kidney beans, which is a fantastic alternative for vegetarians. You still get the protein, and also the splash of red colour.
This spicy spinach and red lentil soup is an easy and hearty recipe that's perfect for cold winter nights.
A very good high protein alternative to flourless chocolate cake. You need a food processor to do the mixing. Give it a try!
I was so pleased to discover that my wonderful Lemon Meringue Pie recipe that took years to perfect is just as good, if not better, when made lactose and gluten free! For the intolerant among us enjoy this delicious dessert... It's best served cold the next day but I often can't wait and love a slice when it's still warm and fresh out of the oven... ENJOY!
This curry recipe is from Mozambique, Africa and can be made with either chicken or prawns. Serve it with chutney for the full effect.


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A Silicon Valley tech icon takes crowdsourcing to the next level. Driven by trying to find his daughter's killer, he creates a platform for people around the world to submit and evaluate evidence for criminal investigations. He launches a new company with a staff of specialists—passionate experts who sometimes work outside the confines of the law—ultimately revolutionizing crime solving in the Bay Area.
Visionary tech innovator Jeffrey Tanner creates a cutting-edge crowdsourcing platform to solve his daughter's murder, and revolutionize crime solving in the process.
A user of Sophe, the cutting-edge crowdsourcing platform, uploads new footage of Jeffrey Tanner's daughter, Mia, being strong-armed by an unknown man five months prior to her murder. Also, Tanner enlists Sophe to help with Cavanaugh's case of a missing teenager.
After the team puts publicly available crime data into Sophe, the platform exposes a serial killer plaguing Silicon Valley and the Bay Area by connecting previously unrelated murders.
The San Francisco P.D. comes to Tanner to get Sophe's help on a politically charged murder case following a rally in the city.
Tanner's previous company claims Sophe was created using their copyrighted codes and legally threatens to shut down the organization. Also, Cavanaugh works with Tanner to solve the murder of a retired detective after his boss removes him from the case due to a personal connection with the family.
Cavanaugh needs Sophe's help to locate the source of a deadly online challenge that's targeting vulnerable teenagers. Also, Alex's connection to Tanner's former company may be a personal and political issue.
After Sophe users uncover recent security footage of a domestic terrorist missing for 20 years, they daringly track his every move, even as federal agents threaten to shut the platform down. Also, Tanner's former company files an injunction against Sara forbidding her to work with Sophe or communicate with the staff.
While the team is assisting the San Francisco Police Department on a tech-based murder case, a cyber-criminal attacks Sophe and cripples the platform.
Tanner is offered new evidence in Mia's case if Sophe can prove someone is innocent of murder. Also, Tanner and Sara begin depositions with AllSourcer for the rights to Sara's work and Sophe's code.
The team utilizes Sophe to track a killer who is targeting online celebrities and broadcasting their final moments on a live streaming platform. Also, within 24 hours, Sara will know if she is legally allowed to work with Tanner and Sophe or forever banned from the platform.
Tariq has a personal case for Sophe after his childhood friend is the target of a violent stalker. Also, Tanner desperately tries to locate a recently deported individual that a Sophe user identified as a key witness in Mia's murder case.
Carlos Ochoa, the man convicted of killing Mia, awakens from his coma and provides Tanner and Cavanaugh with new details on their unknown suspect, including where to find a photo of him.


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While diarrhoea is defined as markedly loose stool, severe watery diarrhoea can lead to dangerous levels of dehydration, especially in children. Here are just a few of the most common causes for liquid diarrhoea.
Infections and Parasites
Watery stools can be the result of both viral and bacterial infections. E. coli and salmonella are notable because of their severity. Giardia is an extremely contagious parasite that can cause watery stools and prolonged bouts of diarrhoea.
Food Intolerances
Two of the most common food intolerance that can lead to watery diarrhoea are lactose intolerance and gluten intolerance. Both cases usually present gas, pain and watery stool since the intestines cannot digest the lactose or gluten appropriately.
Some prescription medication have side effects of watery stools. Usually, the gastrointestinal track's environment is thrown off, causing an overabundance of bad bugs that lead to liquid diarrhoea.
Certain diseases can cause liquid diarrhoea, including coeliac disease, Crohn's and inflammatory bowel disease.
Lack of fluids can cause the body to accumulate water in the bowls in a feast-or-famine mode. This can later lead to higher levels of liquid in the stool.
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According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Fluorosilicone market is accounted for $172.00 million in 2017 and is expected to reach $327.64 million by 2026 growing at a CAGR of 7.4%. The global market is anticipated to observe high growth due to rising usage of fluorosilicone in aerospace, oil & gas industries, automotive industries. Moreover, rising merger and acquisition activities combined with growing technological advancements are anticipated to stimulate the market growth globally. However, high cost of raw materials and growing cost of production are reflecting the market strength.
On the basis of product, Elastomer segment is anticipated to witness largest market share due to growing use of elastomers in transportation and OEM industries. They are also used in aerospace applications. As elastomers have high and low temperature resistance properties they are widely used in mechanized sealings and bearing solutions such as gaskets, O-rings and membranes.
In terms of geography, North America commanded the largest market share owing to the development of transportation and automotive industries. Moreover, rising use of fluorosilicone antifoams in oil & gas industry is also driving the market growth in this region.
Some of the key players in this market include Daikin, 3M Company, Dow Corning, Shandong Huaxia Shenzhou New Material, Huanxin Fluoro Material, Elkem Group, Shanghai 3f New Material, KCC Corporation, Nusil, Weihai Newera Chemical, Shin-Etsu, Momentive, James Walker, Saint-Gobain and Fluoron Chemicals.
Products Covered:
• Adhesives & Sealants
• Antifoams
• Coating
• Elastomer
• Other Products
End Users Covered:
• Oil & Gas
• Transportation
• Automotive
• Aviation & Aerospace
• Energy
• Cosmetics
• Coatings
• Other End Users
Application Covered:
• Hose/Tubing
• Avionics/Aeronautics
• Water Repellent
• Automotive/Vehicles
• Fuel Additives
Functional Groups Covered:
• Siloxane Polymers
• Release Coatings
• Silicone Rubber
• Silicone Grease
Regions Covered:
What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country level segments
- Market share analysis of the top industry players
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Market forecasts for a minimum of 9 years of all the mentioned segments, sub segments and the regional markets
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements
1 Executive Summary
2 Preface
2.1 Abstract
2.2 Stake Holders
2.3 Research Scope
2.4 Research Methodology
2.4.1 Data Mining
2.4.2 Data Analysis
2.4.3 Data Validation
2.4.4 Research Approach
2.5 Research Sources
2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
2.5.3 Assumptions
3 Market Trend Analysis
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Drivers
3.3 Restraints
3.4 Opportunities
3.5 Threats
3.6 Product Analysis
3.7 End User Analysis
3.8 Application Analysis
3.9 Emerging Markets
3.10 Futuristic Market Scenario
4 Porters Five Force Analysis
4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
4.3 Threat of substitutes
4.4 Threat of new entrants
4.5 Competitive rivalry
5 Global Fluorosilicone Market, By Product
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Adhesives & Sealants
5.3 Antifoams
5.4 Coating
5.5 Elastomer
5.6 Other Products
6 Global Fluorosilicone Market, By End User
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Oil & Gas
6.3 Transportation
6.5 Automotive
6.6 Aviation & Aerospace
6.7 Energy
6.8 Cosmetics
6.9 Coatings
6.10 Other End Users
7 Global Fluorosilicone Market, By Application
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Hose/Tubing
7.3 Avionics/Aeronautics
7.4 Water Repellent
7.5 Automotive/Vehicles
7.6 Fuel Additives
8 Global Fluorosilicone Market, By Functional Group
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Siloxane Polymers
8.3 Release Coatings
8.4 Silicone Rubber
8.5 Silicone Grease
9 Global Fluorosilicone Market, By Geography
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America
9.2.2 Canada
9.2.3 Mexico
9.3 Europe
9.3.1 Germany
9.3.3 Italy
9.3.4 France
9.3.5 Spain
9.3.6 Rest of Europe
9.4 Asia Pacific
9.4.1 Japan
9.4.2 China
9.4.3 India
9.4.4 Australia
9.4.5 New Zealand
9.4.6 South Korea
9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
9.5 South America
9.5.1 Argentina
9.5.2 Brazil
9.5.3 Chile
9.5.4 Rest of South America
9.6 Middle East & Africa
9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
9.6.3 Qatar
9.6.4 South Africa
9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
10 Key Developments
10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
10.3 New Product Launch
10.4 Expansions
10.5 Other Key Strategies
11 Company Profiling
11.1 Daikin
11.2 3M Company
11.3 Dow Corning
11.4 Shandong Huaxia Shenzhou New Material
11.5 Huanxin Fluoro Material
11.6 Elkem Group
11.7 Shanghai 3f New Material
11.8 KCC Corporation
11.9 Nusil
11.10 Weihai Newera Chemical
11.11 Shin-Etsu
11.12 Momentive
11.13 James Walker
11.14 Saint-Gobain
11.15 Fluoron Chemicals
List Of Tables
1 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Region (2016-2026) ($MN)
2 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Product (2016-2026) ($MN)
3 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Adhesives & Sealants (2016-2026) ($MN)
4 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Antifoams (2016-2026) ($MN)
5 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Coating (2016-2026) ($MN)
6 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Elastomer (2016-2026) ($MN)
7 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Other Products (2016-2026) ($MN)
8 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By End User (2016-2026) ($MN)
9 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Oil & Gas (2016-2026) ($MN)
10 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Transportation (2016-2026) ($MN)
11 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By OEM (2016-2026) ($MN)
12 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Automotive (2016-2026) ($MN)
13 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Aviation & Aerospace (2016-2026) ($MN)
14 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Energy (2016-2026) ($MN)
15 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Cosmetics (2016-2026) ($MN)
16 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Coatings (2016-2026) ($MN)
17 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2016-2026) ($MN)
18 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Application (2016-2026) ($MN)
19 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Hose/Tubing (2016-2026) ($MN)
20 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Avionics/Aeronautics (2016-2026) ($MN)
21 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Water Repellent (2016-2026) ($MN)
22 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Automotive/Vehicles (2016-2026) ($MN)
23 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Fuel Additives (2016-2026) ($MN)
24 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Functional Group (2016-2026) ($MN)
25 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Siloxane Polymers (2016-2026) ($MN)
26 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Release Coatings (2016-2026) ($MN)
27 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Silicone Rubber (2016-2026) ($MN)
28 Global Fluorosilicone Market Outlook, By Silicone Grease (2016-2026) ($MN)
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.
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DAY6 Losing Junhyeok?
IT'S TIME TO GET SERIOUS. This morning, I was saddened to hear about a posting from JYP Entertainment that noted the contract cancellation of Junhyeok from the band DAY6. I was hoping that this was just a rumor, and that the dating scandal recently brought up was too. As I look more into it, it seems that the post is becoming more and more real. Junhyeok debuted with DAY6 later in 2015 and he had always dreamed of becoming a well known singer. It breaks my heart that it has come to this but I KNOW he will be much happier on his own and with a sense of privacy around him than he has been dealing with due to fame. If you know DAY6 and Junhyeok at all, you know how rough it must have been for his quiet natured and reserved self to adjust to fame and scrutiny 24/7. Junhyeok had lots of talent and if he has found a new path as a solo musician, then I will support it 100%. Please be patient and respectful and careful with this situation as Junhyeok has always been really sensitive. He has a good heart, and a big one at that, and he has ALWAYS taken the time to reach out to fans and support them as they support him. DAY6 has asked us to walk with them every step of the way, and while there may be some rocky times and we may stumble, they will always be there to pick us up. I just hope everyone can understand and treat Junhyeok with the utmost respect. And I hope Jae, Sungjin, Wonpil, Younghyun, and Dowoon are doing well and taking a breather. It's obvious they were close so I know they have to be hurting from it, too. In their trainee days, Sungjin recalled that almost having Wonpil, Younghyun, and Junhyeok moved to another group was one of his worst moments. He grew so close to all the members and as a leader, Sungjin is most likely hurting a lot. Please send your support to Junhyeok and DAY6 because they will always be in our hearts. And regardless of numbers now, DAY6 will always be DAY6. We will remember Junhyeok fondly.
Amber's Whisper Challenge is the Best
As if I needed more reasons why I want to be Amber's friend. My favorite part? YOU LIKE TO EAT SHRIMP. I LIKE TO EAT SHRIMP.


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Aaron Fowler in "DO YOU SEE ME?" (Curated by Endia Beal) at The Diggs Gallery, The College of Winston-Salem State University
October 14 - March 1, 2016
Oct. 19, 2016
What does it mean to be SEEN? To be viewed, treated, and loved as a human being? This exhibition brings together nine emerging artists of color who are questioning the dominant narratives and imagery assciated with black male identity. There artists are un-apologetically urging the viewer to step outside of of stereotypes and prejudices that stigmatize black men and focus on themes of love, family, pain and pride. The themes presented in the exhibition are shared amongst all people and connect us as one. So, do you really see me? Do our differences make you uncomfortable? Together, these artists are working through the struggle and asking us to acknowledge the past, work to change the present, and be hopeful that in the future everyone is treated with love.


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What is a Carbon Footprint?
Your Carbon Footprint is a measurement of how your actions affect the earth and the environment, through measuring how many tons of greenhouse gasses your lifestyle produces. (CO2 (Carbon dioxide) is used as a measurement because it is a common byproduct of our actions, and is one of the main greenhouse gasses.) Your carbon footprint is based on things you can directly control, like how much you drive and travel, and is also based on things you can't directly control, like how much greenhouse gas was produced in order to manufacture the products you buy. All of these things contribute toward your carbon footprint.
Where to Calculate your Carbon Footprint
Your carbon footprint can be calculated for free on many websites. I checked out many of these and the calculator from The Nature Conservatory is my favorite because it is the easiest to use. I would also recommend the calculator at the US Environmental Protection Agency because it is very detailed and also suggests solutions for lessening your footprint size.
My Carbon Footprint
Here is what we scored (household of 5): 110 tons of greenhouse gasses emitted each year. The average carbon footprint for a family of 5 living in the United States is 130 tons/year. For the whole world the average for a family of 5 is 28 tons/year. (The average per person is 27 tons/year in the US and 5.5 tons/year for the world average.) Why is my carbon footprint so high? Looking at the pie chart they've made for me, it looks like driving and flying makes up a huge part of our carbon footprint. We live in the East, with family in the West, so travel is a big part of what we do.
Offsetting your Carbon Emissions
Next time we fly "home," I plan on offsetting my carbon emissions by buying trees. Many airlines now offer carbon offset packages as add-ons to your ticket purchase. Delta, for example, gives travelers the option to contribute $5.50 (domestic roundtrip flight) or $11 (international roundtrip flight) to buy trees to help offset carbon emissions.
You can also offset your emissions through donations to the Nature Conservatory. These donations protect land and are also used to plant trees. The recommended donation is $20 per ton of CO2 you would like to offset. You can donate to The Nature Conservatory here in order to offset your carbon emissions.
What is your footprint size? Will you set a goal with me to reduce and/or offset our carbon emissions?
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How to Handle Different Types of Debt
If you face surmounting debt, you are certainly not alone in your predicament. Finding a way to overcome your debt is a challenge many people continue to struggle with.
If owing money has become your reality for the first time, it will understandably feel overwhelming and stressful to know you have outstanding payments to your creditors. However it is important to recognize that your situation is not hopeless. From credit counselling to consumer proposals in Edmonton and more, there are various debt solutions available to help you manage it.
Types of Debt – Secured Vs. Unsecured
With secured debt, there is collateral incentive to help you pay off the money owed. This said collateral is also why you have the debt in the first place, such as in the case of a car/car loan or a home/mortgage. Unsecured debt on the other hand, means there is no collateral—you simply owe what you owe, such as in the case of credit cards or personal loans from the bank or another lender.
Debt Payment Terms – Fixed Vs. Variable
Fixed payment terms require that loan amounts be paid in fixed amounts by certain dates, such as in the case of a mortgage. By contrast, variable payment means there is no set date to make full payment, such as on credit cards, where the amount owing continues to accumulate until it is paid in full.
Debt Interest Rates – Fixed Vs. Variable
A fixed interest rate means you will consistently pay the same amount of interest on the money you owe for the term of the loan (e.g., a fixed rate mortgage). However, a variable interest rate means that the rate you pay will fluctuate with changing interest rates.
Deductible & Non-Deductible Loans
Most loans are not tax deductible but a few loans are tax deductible. For example, you may be eligible for a student loan tax credit if your student loan qualifies.
Mortgage interest in Canada is not tax deductible unless the mortgage is incurred for business purposes (e.g., you carry on a business from your home or you purchase an investment property for rental income). Car expenses are similarly not deductible unless they are incurred for business purposes.
Loans such as credit cards and personal loans are not tax deductible.
Handling Specific Debts
There are many different types of debt including credit cards, mortgages and student loans. Each type of debt may be handled differently.
1. Credit Card Debt
Credit card debt can be significant as interest rates are often high, so it is best to aim to restrict your credit card spending to only necessary purchases, and limit the amounts to what you know you can afford to pay back quickly. Striving to pay off your highest interest credit cards first is always a wise choice since these cards will otherwise accumulate extra debt on top of what you spent on your purchase(s).
Dealing with your creditors directly may also help to resolve some problems if you are facing them; explain the reasons you cannot pay everything back right now and how much is affordable instead. You may also be able to secure a lower interest rate. If your credit card company agrees to make any changes, make sure the changes are documented.
2. Mortgage Debt
Although mortgages are common among home owners, they remain a recognized form of debt because they involve owing money.
If you own as least a quarter of your home's equity, you should ensure that you are no longer paying for private mortgage insurance that was likely added when the mortgage began.
You may find some relief from mortgage debt by trying to extend the length of the mortgage, which lowers the payment each month and makes it more manageable in turn. Refinancing may also be a helpful way to manage your mortgage debt, particularly if you have a newer mortgage where you are typically paying the interest rather than the principal.
3. Student Loan Debt
Many people today incur student loan debt which can take until long after completing their studies to pay off. Working to save up money, earning a scholarship or grant, income-based repayment (which adjusts your payments if they equate to a large amount of the income you earn), and cooperative study programs can all help with the financial building of schooling.
Furthermore, you might research volunteer options with a positive social impact, which can raise money to help relieve your student loan debt.
Dealing with Debt Generally
In the past, you may have accepted that interest charges will apply and aim to pay the total amount when possible. At other times, you might proactively pre-pay amounts to lower your payments before they are due. Either way, it is important to stay organized.
It is important to be aware of the amounts you owe including the interest you are accumulating until you pay off your debts in full. It is also critical to create a realistic timeline of how long it will take to pay off your loans so you can budget around them. Making payments as soon as you receive your pay from work is arguably a best practice.
Contact Fox-Miles & Associates Inc. Licensed Insolvency Trustee For Debt Solutions in Edmonton
A consumer proposal in Edmonton is just one of the many debt options available to you and it is often the preferred solution over declaring personal bankruptcy. A licensed insolvency trustee ("LIT") can explain the many debt solutions available to help you overcome your debts in hopefully short-term.
Contact us at Fox-Miles & Associates Inc. Licensed Insolvency Trustee to arrange your free consultation.


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What A Top Carpet Cleaning Company Should Do For You
You should clean your carpet professionally cleaned once in a regular basis. However, when you do it, hiring a carpet-cleaning company to do the job is probably a good idea. Read the tips in this article about interacting with professional carpet cleaning service.
Make sure you know what your warranty when cleaning your carpets before services begin. You may void your warranty if you apply a different stain resister to it. The chemicals might not be compatible and it can end up costing you a bundle.
Cleaning Company
Make sure you alert the cleaning company about any electrical sockets that are set into the floor. They are not clean over these because they may cause an accident. The risk is not only to your cleaning company, as well as an even greater chance that your home's electrical system will be damaged.
Always read all the instructions on an industrial carpet cleaner products prior to use. There may be special instructions on what material it works best on, ventilation requirements and what to do if the chemical comes in contact with your skin, and how to handle chemical contact. You should know all of the machine.
Hiring a professional is the only way to get rid of tough stains. They often get rid of these stains without any damage to your carpets, and that saves you time and money in the long run.
Remove all houseplants from the areas in your home. The chemicals that are used to clean may be harmful to plants, so it is better to be safe than sorry.
You can immediately use some white wine so you're sure the red wine stain. Use some cold water and an absorbent cloth to blot the stain with a clean cloth. Cover the wet spot with table salt for around 10 minutes, then vacuum it up quickly.
Be sure to ask any potential carpet cleaning service includes before signing a contract. Ask up front what is included to avoid a huge bill.
It might seem minor, but the cumulative effect can be large if everyone were to follow suit.
You do not need to hire someone to come clean your carpets at least every 6 months. Sprinkle baking soda over your residence at a time when it will not be receiving foot traffic. Let this sit and then vacuum. This can neutralize the right person for the job.
Carpet cleaning services often offer significant discounts during summer months. Call some and find out what they have available. You may learn that you can get two rooms but only charge for the cost of one. You may even get them to clean some upholstered furniture items cleaned for free at times.
Don't pick a company based on their equipment. Are all your questions well? Do they treat you with respect and friendly? These factors are what you should be considering.
Instead of talking on the phone about services, let them visit your house. This allows the cleaner to give you an accurate estimate and assessment of the cost. If you're in agreement with their services, get a written agreement before giving them any money.
You should always make sure they show their license or certification.Do not let them in if they cannot show you these documents. They have the responsibility to always have such documentation handy, so if they cannot produce it, it may be because it doesn't exist.
Be certain the carpet cleaning company you hire is sending professionals to your home that are honest. A lot of companies will do drug testing and background checks so that they're sure their employees are trustworthy. This is vital since they enter your house for a long time.
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What an uneven "Mad Men" episode, swinging between extremes of funny and sad and ultimately leaving us nostalgic for the unaware, unenlightened, even boozier dark days of the '50s. "Lost Horizon" is perhaps a reference to the Shangri La of McCann Erikson, which isn't turning out to be such a paradise.
The image of Peggy roller skating around the ruins of SCDP while Roger plays corny electric organ music will stay with us always, a great nod the the end of an era. The campy introduction to the scene, with Peggy tiptoeing through the empty offices to spooky music, only to find Roger at the keyboard, was a nice '60s-moderne twist.
While Sunday's episode included some of the worst conceived moments (really? Don imagining a conversation with Bert Cooper as he drives to Wisconsin to check on the waitress who barely entered the series in the last minutes?), it also featured some of the best. While I dislike the sidetracking in these final episodes, the bright moments are spectacular. The Peggy-Roger interlude has to be in the ultimate "Mad Men" top-10.
Again, Joan and Peggy are representatives of the burgeoning feminism of the period. Peggy is sauntering into McCann while Joan is on the way out. Which one will seize power? I'm still betting on Peggy.
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Video: Tunisian goalkeeper behind goal collecting ball when the ball the other players are using crosses his goalmouth
It has been a very bad year for north African goalies switching off at completely the wrong time. This crazy example from Tunisian keeper Nadim Thabet is the latest to come to our attention.
The Etoile Sahel goalie foolishly assumes that the ball is going out of play for a goal-kick. He decides to steal the ball boy's job and head behind his net to collect another ball, only for opponents Kairouan to keep the ball in play. Some resolute defending stops a goal being conceded, but Thabet is left to watch the incident unfold from being the goal!
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Lodging of exceptional quality in the heart of Upper Town Québec City. Your hosts Nathalie and Clément will be happy to welcome you in their lovely homestead from the XIXe century. The Victorian character of the house will definitely please you. You will be charmed by the beauty of the solarium and terrace to have your breakfast or just to relax or read. The Inn is located on "rue Saint-Jean" above the renowned J.A. Moisan fine grocery store founded in 1871. Obviously, all attractions of Québec City are at a walking distance from the inn.
Hours: open year-round.
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|Smokehead and its distinctive label
Looking at the Smokehead website, it appears this whisky is a little 'rock and roll'. The brand is plastered over drag racers, Marshall amps and 'battle of the band' comps [insert air-guitar action here]. The marketing feels very directed towards the younger and dare I say less educated whisky drinker. Nothing wrong with that, but I feel I am not the guy they're aiming for. One gets the impression that these 'produced' blends (Monkey Shoulder comes to mind) are more for mixing with cocktails and (ahem) soft drinks, rather than dramming…so my brief research leaves me with the feeling that I am not a 'smokehead' (or rather their target market). I find I don't immediately associate with the brand...but maybe I am not meant too? All the talk aside, is this a good whisky for drinking?
Colour: Somewhere between a yellow-gold and a very light copper, maybe a dark straw?
Nose: Light wet-smoke, not overly boggy, plus the usual Islay iodine/medicinal punch. The alcoholic whiff is reminiscent of a Chardonnay, with some oak and vanilla present, giving the whisky a certain richness. The label says this whisky is an 'Islay Single Malt Scotch', so I guess that's why I don't get the hints of furniture polish associated with grain whisky…at least on the nose. However, there is a liquorice sweetness upon warming the whisky in the hands.
Taste: Salty up front, honey and vanilla towards the back. The peat turns out to be dryer and smokier than on the nose. When you swill the whisky around the mouth, there is some intense (almost harsh) citrus/salt flavours, reminiscent of a lime chutney, which is perhaps coming from some youth in the blend. This tends to dominate the pallet and after a few drams I am struggling to locate the early sweetness and peatiness (there's obvious smoke though). Note the whisky was tasted neat, no water or ice added.
Finish: Quite short, no long feeling down the chest.
At the time of writing, Smokehead has an ABV of 43% and retails at around A$55 in Australia. Would I buy it again? Probably not. If I am going to drink an Islay whisky than I will pay the premium for a single malt from Laphroiag, Lagavulin, Ardbeg, et al. Big Peat, a highly rated blend by other D.T.W.C. members, would also get a look in here (although I have not tried this whisky to date). Having said all that, I am not the biggest 'smokehead' in the club and this is still an approachable dram for the price.
If I was to give a dram than I would give this whisky a very subjective four lightning bolts from a possible seven.
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ATHENS, Ohio – The Ohio wrestling team (0-4) is set to travel to Northwestern University to participate in the 55th annual Ken Kraft Midlands Championships Dec. 29-30. 38 teams will be participating in this year's tournament at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
Fans can follow the day's action at BTN2go, FloWrestling, or TrackWrestling.
This year's championships will see almost 40 teams compete. Among the participants include Air Force, Arizona State, Brown, Buffalo, Cal Poly, Central Michigan, Clarion, Columbia, Eastern Michigan, Edinboro, Franklin & Marshall, Harvard, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Iowa State, Lehigh, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina State, Nebraska, North Carolina, Northern Illinois, Northwestern, Old Dominion, Oregon State, Penn, Penn State, Pittsburgh, Princeton, Purdue, Rider, Rutgers, South Dakota State, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Three Bobcats have been listed in the top contenders list in his respective weight class. Cameron Kelly, Alec Hagan, and Austin Reese each received recognition in the 133, 141 and 165 weight classes respectively.
In last year's tournament, Ohio saw Shakur Laney and Cameron Kelly place at the 54th Midlands Tournament. Kelly took seventh-place in the 133-division, while Laney captured fifth-place in the 125-class.
Laney took his first two matches of the day over Brock Hudkins of Northern Illinois (8-6 dec.) and No. 11 seed Johnny Jimenez of Wisconsin (7-2 dec.) to reach the consolation semifinals earning a match against American's Josh Terao, the No. 5 seed in the tournament. Laney and Terao went scoreless in the first two periods, but Terao prevailed taking a tight 2-0 win over Laney, the eventual third-place finisher. In the fifth-place match, Laney took on No. 8 seed Lucas Malmberg of Messiah. Laney dominated the bout taking fifth-place in the 125-class with a 9-3 decision.
Kelly pinned Rutgers Tyson Dippery (1:47) in his first match of the day but fell to the No. 4 seed Earl Hall of Iowa State in a 7-3 decision in his second to land in the seventh-place match. In the seventh-place match, Kelly took down Wisconsin's Eli Stickley in a 5-3 decision to place at the tournament at 133-pounds.
Before the holiday, the Bobcats faced a tough battle against the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga on Monday, Dec. 18 in Chattanooga, Tenn. where Ohio would suffer a 22-19 loss.
Ohio recorded victories in the 133, 149, 157, 174 and Heavy Weight classes.
Junior Cameron Kelly (Bellbrook, Ohio) would earn Ohio's first win on the day over Chattanooga's Jake Huffine. In the first period, Kelly would earn a quick takedown before Huffine earned an escape bringing the score to 2-1 before the second period. Kelly would earn an escape to start the third period followed by a two-point near fall to take the match 5-1 and earn another point for riding time at 6-1.
Redshirt sophomore Kade Kowalski (Nashport, Ohio) would earn a 15-0 technical fall win in seven minutes. The first period would start with a quick takedown by Kowalski followed by a four-point near fall. Before the first period would end, Kowalski earned another two-point near fall to lead 8-0 going into the second. Kowalski would start the second period with an escape followed by a takedown to lead 11-0. Kowalski would earn a point from a stalling call on Debien to lead 12-0 at the end of the second period. In the third period, Kowalski earn a takedown early on. Kowalski would earn the win at 14-0 and added a point for riding time at 15-0.
Redshirt senior Cullen Cummings (Woodridge, Ill.) would earn a 6-4 decision win over Chattanooga's Dylan Forzani. In the first period, Cummings would earn a takedown before Forzani would earn a reversal to tie it up at 2-2 before Cummings earned an escape followed by a takedown to lead 5-2 going into the second period. To start the second, Forzani would earn an escape to bring the match to 5-3 going into the third. In the third period, Cummings would earn an escape to lead 6-3 at the end of the match. Forzani would earn a point for riding time, but it would not be enough for the win, giving Cummings the victory.
Redshirt junior Austin Reese (Urbana, Ohio) would earn an 18-5 major decision win over Chattanooga's Justin Lampe. In the first period, Lampe would earn a takedown followed by a quick reversal by Reese. Reese would then earn a two-point near fall before Lampe would respond with an escape to bring the scores to 4-3 before the second period. Reese would earn a takedown to start the second period, followed by a four-point near fall to lead 10-3 before the third period. In the third period, Lampe would earn a takedown followed by an escape by Reese. Reese would then respond with a takedown followed by a four-point near fall to take the match 17-5 where he would add a point for riding time.
Redshirt junior Zack Parker (Felton, Del.) would earn Ohio's last victory on the day, earning a 15-3 major decision win. In the first period, Parker would earn a takedown early on before Stacey would earn an escape. Parker would then earn another takedown to lead 4-1 going into the second period. The third period would start with a takedown by Parker. Parker would earn a point on a stalling call on Stacey to lead 8-1 before the third period. In the third period, Parker would earn a takedown to start followed by an escape by Stacey to bring the score to 10-2. Parker would quickly earn another takedown before a stalemate was called. Stacey would then earn an escape before Parker earned a final takedown to take the match with a point added for riding time at 15-3.
The Ohio wrestling team was ranked in third place in the MAC December rankings while also landing five wrestlers in the top-4 of their class.
Redshirt freshman Mario Guillen, junior Cameron Kelly (Bellbrook, Ohio), freshman Alec Hagan (Eureka, Ohio), junior Austin Reese and junior Zack Parker each represented Ohio in the top-5 of their weight class for the second month in a row.
The Bobcats will begin 2018 continuing Mid-American Conference competition hosting Eastern Michigan on Friday, Jan. 5. Action is set to begin at 7 p.m. in the Convocation Center.


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A year ago today, the heir to the multibillion-dollar Red Bull empire was arrested in Thailand after authorities said he killed a motorcycle police officer with his Ferrari FF and drove away after dragging the man down the street. Now, he's in even more hot water for failing to appear in court.
CNN reports that an arrest warrant has been issued for Vorayuth Yoovidhaya, 28, after he didn't show up to court to answer charges of reckless driving causing death, speeding and failing to stop following an accident. Yoovidhaya is the Red Bull energy drink creator's grandson and co-owner of Thailand's Ferrari importer.
Yoovidhaya's attorney said his client was in Singapore recovering from a bout of the flu. His failure to appear means that his speeding charges will lapse due to the statute of limitations expiring, but he's still on the hook for the other charges, CNN says. (So all you have to do to dodge a speeding ticket in Thailand is never show up to court? Good to know.)
If convicted, Yoovidhaya could face up to 10 years in jail. The case sparked considerable outrage in Thailand, where defendants with money are known to receive preferential treatment in the justice system. There's also some allegations of Yoovidhaya's family using their money and connections to try and make this all go away. From CNN's report:
An alleged attempt to cover up the crime — which involved police arresting a suspect who pretended to be driving his Ferrari at the time of the incident — led to the suspension of a police officer and sparked even more outrage.
Yoovidhaya also allegedly paid the family of the victim Thai baht 3 million ($97,000) in a bid to stall a civil lawsuit, police said.
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The Hofstra University Women's Basketball team won the unofficial "Battle of Long Island" with a 71-66 win over Stony Brook at the Mack Sports Center. Kelly Loftus led all players with 26 points including 6-of-10 from three-point range, while Ashunae Durant added 16 points and 15 rebounds.
The Pride improved to 2-0 on the season with another hard-fought, total team effort. "We're a team that pulls together and I think that's something that separates us from other teams," explained Hofstra Head Coach Krista Kilburn-Steveskey. "I'm very proud, top-to-bottom with this crew."
Loftus was a factor early, hitting a pair of three-pointers in the opening minute of the game to establish the outside shooting option for the Pride. Outside shooting was a key for Hofstra in the early going.
"DK [assistant coach Denise King] helped with me with my shot before the game today," Loftus explained. "I thank her for that because if she didn't help me I don't think my shot would have been on tonight. My teammates found me at the right time and I just knocked it down."
Hofstra took the lead with 4:07 remaining in the first quarter on a three-point shot by Sydni Epps and never trailed again for the rest of the game.
Stony Brook had some success in the paint in the first half, outscoring the Pride 22-12 down low, but Hofstra made some adjustments defensively and were able to slow down the Seawolves inside attack in the second half. Brittany Snow led Stony Brook with 22 points for the night.
"We did try to get creative," Kilburn-Steveskey said. "Sometimes we went to a 2-3 [zone]. The more we can change things up [on defense] the better and I think this is the practice that we need…We did a good job of playing off screens in the second half."
The game was marked by a lot of tough, physical play. Hofstra won the battle on the boards, outrebounding Stony Brook 38-36, but they owned a vital 16-8 advantage on the offensive boards which was able to turn the advantage into second-chance opportunities to score points.
"It was very physical down there," Durant said. "Brittany Snow and their other five player are bigger than me, but we came out with more rebounds than them. Hey, it is what it is."
Hofstra led at halftime 36-30 and then pulled away in the third quarter, increasing the lead to as many as 13 points.
To their credit, Stony Brook hung tough and made a fourth quarter run to pull to within as little as two points, but was never quite able to even the score. The Hofstra defense was a big reason for the win. Darius Faulk had another strong defensive game and made a key steal with just over five minutes left and then set up Durant for an open jumper that gave the Pride a five-point lead.
Loftus came through in the clutch late when she connected from behind the three-point line with 36 seconds left to again open up a five-point gap. Krystal Luciano made a key free throw with 14 seconds left to make it a two-possession game and ice the win for the Pride.
Hofstra returns to action on Thursday night when they face American University in Washington, DC. It will be the first road game for the Pride this season.
The Women's Basketball team will return to the Mack Sports Complex on Thursday, December 3, when they take on the University at Buffalo.
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[This review appeared in the Journal of Social, Political and Economic Studies, Fall 2000, pp. 369-370.]
Book Review
Joyride to Infinity: A Scientific Study of the Doomsday Literature
R. A. McConnell
Scott-Townsend Publishers, 2000
It is the main title, and not the subtitle, that best characterizes this book. In effect, Joyride to Infinity is an intellectual feast, encapsulating the thought of R. A. McConnell, now in his mid-eighties, who has for more than half a century been alive mentally to a broad spectrum of issues and ideas. The book is at once readable, stimulating, provocative, rewarding - and given to exploring themes that many readers may perhaps consider extreme but will nevertheless find quite interesting.
The main themes of the book deal with a variety of subjects that have occupied McConnell's attention in recent years. A key sentence that explains his choice of subjects is his statement that "the evasion of reality on every conceivable subject by all of us is the key to the human condition." This leads him to focus on what he sees as threats to civilization, including the disintegration of Western Civilization that was triggered by the two World Wars. (At the same time, it illustrates the eclectic nature of the book that he includes quite an insightful essay about Affirmative Action that he submitted to a court in 1972, and a number of perspicacious comments about university life.) Most of the volume is devoted to critical reviews of books he considers important about the environmental crisis that he sees as impending because of over-population, the controversy over genetics and intelligence, multiculturalism and immigration, and (in line with the work of his main academic career) parapsychology. He provides a synopsis of many of the books, as well as his own commentary.
The reviews provide an intriguing bibliography, and will more than likely lead readers to seek out some of those books for their own reading. One of these, for example, is Lyons, Moore and Smith's recent (1995) Is the End Nigh?, to which McConnell devotes 18 pages. Those authors have much in common with McConnell in their concern over population growth, the environment, immigration, globalization, growing income and wealth polarization, the weakness of economic and free trade theory, and even the international migration of disease. Foreseeing an environmental and resource crisis, they call for a change in the very way of life of the developed societies; as McConnell summarizes their point, "we must abandon the junk lifestyle in which satisfaction is achieved by maximizing material possessions." Globalization and mass immigration are leading to the breakdown of national sovereignties. This in turn renders far less possible the control of population that can "only be achieved at the local level." This relates directly to one of McConnell's principal themes: that the vast growth of world population will, unless reversed, lead to civilizational catastrophe. Many of the books McConnell reviews relate to one or more of these subjects.
He is also intrigued by the question of intelligence, especially in the world as it is becoming - one in which advancing science and technology will render obsolete "the ever-growing millions whose D.N.A. will not allow them to learn enough to earn food and shelter for a family." The science and technology cannot themselves be abandoned, since without them "much of the world's human population [would] soon die of starvation." As McConnell reviews a broad array of books, a panorama of important issues comes into view.
The first part of the book tells how McConnell, a physicist, devoted his research between 1947 and 1982 almost entirely to psychic phenomena, first at the University of Pittsburgh and then at Duke University. From the totality of the evidence he reviewed, including many cases of "spontaneous psi," he is convinced that psychic phenomena do occur, and that there is accordingly a spiritual reality of immense importance separate from the physical, despite the fact that scientifically conducted experiments in the laboratory find the subject-matter frustratingly elusive. We might imagine that many readers may be deflected by his discussion of these things, but what held this reviewer's attention was the fact that I have long been curious to know just what has come out of the decades of psychic research at Duke University. Readers who share that curiosity will want to read that first part, and perhaps most particularly McConnell's more systematic books on the subject, such as Parapsychology in the Context of Science.
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