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Fluted Colored Glass Table Lamp, Cranberry
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- Summary
Painted glass and brass-plated steel give this lamp its perfect blend of color, shape and structure. The fluted, jewel-toned glass is both bold and regal, and perfectly highlighted by hand-finished antique brass trim. A simple ivory drum shade tops it off.
- 16" diam., 27.75" high, overall.
- Cylindrical base crafted from colored glass.
- Steel stem, bottom and top details hand finished in antique brass plating.
- Capped with an ivory linen shade and conical finial in matching finish.
- On/off switch on socket.
- Felt underside protects surfaces.
- Dimensions & More Info
- Overall: 16" diam., 27.75".
- Base: 6.5" diam., 27.75" high.
- Shade: 16" diam.,10" high.
- Harp: 9.5" high.
- Bulb (1): 100W max; type A19 (included).
- Cord: 10'.
- Cord color: Clear/silver.
- Weight: 9 lb.
Additional Information
- UL-certified.
- Title 20-compliant lamps: ships to CA addresses with a CFL bulb.
- This product is intended for use in the United States and Canada and is built to U.S. electrical standards.
- Made in China.
- Use & Care
- Do not exceed specified wattage.
- Wipe clean using a soft, dry cloth.
- Avoid using harsh chemicals and abrasives, as they may damage the finish.
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President Sarkozy's visit to Baghdad
Baghdad, February 10, 2009
THE PRESIDENT: […] It is a great joy and a great honor to stand [alongside President Jalal Talabani], together with your friend and mine, Bernard Kouchner. It is the first time in the history of our relationship that a French president is paying a visit to Iraq. It is also the first visit by a European head of state to Baghdad since 2003. And I am very moved, Mr. President, by the presence here, by your side, of your two vice presidents and the minister of foreign affairs. I have come with Bernard Kouchner to tell the Iraqi people that France stands united with them.
The French were deeply distressed by the tragic events that struck Iraq, by the despair engendered by the absurdity of terrorism, and by the fate of millions of refugees and displaced families. But thanks to you, thanks to your government, the Iraqis are getting Iraq out of this impasse. Thanks to your efforts, Iraq is regaining its sovereignty. The provincial elections on January 31 were a big success. The whole world saw the Iraqi people express, through the ballot box, its aspirations for diversity, pluralism, respect for the law, and the re-establishment of the State. Democracy and Iraqi institutions now appear able to contain the forces that attempted to break the Iraqi State apart.
France believes in Iraq's unity. The world needs a united, democratic, sovereign, strong Iraq. France wants to see your full reintegration into the Middle East and into the world. Our support will be continuous and without interference. Finally, I have come to mark France's desire to participate in Iraq's economic development, in the rehabilitation of its infrastructures. There are no limits to our collaboration. Finally, as the presence, this morning, of your two vice presidents demonstrates, Iraq is strong because Iraq is plural. Iraq is a great country because it is rooted in ethnic and religious diversity, which is an asset, and I want to thank you for preserving this diversity, which includes Kurds, Sunnis, Shiites and of course Christians. Allow me, finally, Mr. President, to applaud your commitment to dialogue, to the rule of law and to re-uniting [the Iraqi people]. For me, this is a historic visit and it will stand out in my work as President of the Republic. After Bernard Kouchner's two successful visits, it concretizes France's commitment to stand by your side. And I want to tell the media that Bernard Kouchner and I proposed that the Iraqi president and his two vice presidents pay a state visit to France before the end of 2009.
Q: Mr. President, you said there were no limits to France's support for Iraq. Does that mean France may be intending to conclude an economic agreement, a security agreement, with Iraq by 2011-2012? And if that is your intent, what kind of agreement would it be possible to sign?
THE PRESIDENT: It's up to our Iraqi friends to tell us what kind of agreements they want. We would like to collaborate on the economic level, in the area of energy, of reconstruction; we could help you train your elites. We are prepared to further the education of your students. We could also work with you to train and equip the Iraqi army. And on the diplomatic level, we could also help Iraq regain its full international sovereignty. It's up to you to tell us what you expect from us. We would like to see a united Iraq. The world doesn't need a divided Iraq. An Iraq that is diverse, respectful of its different minorities, democratic—as you demonstrated on January 31—and sovereign, which manages its own affairs. If, as you embark on this path, France can help you, it will stand by your side. It will stand by your side, and not just once you've succeeded. It will stand by your side from the very beginning, on the path to success.
Q: […] How do you assess Iraqi representation, Iraqi representivity today after your talks in Baghdad this morning?
A: France wants to look toward the future, the future of Iraq, which is turning the painful pages of the last few years. France sees a Kurdish Iraqi president, one Shiite vice president and one Sunni vice president. In a few minutes I will see the prime minister. An agreement was ratified with the Parliament that will allow the Iraqis to regain their full sovereignty in urban areas in 2009, and in the rest of the country by 2011. The security situation is improving, even though there are still problems. The situation isn't perfect, but who would have guessed a few months ago that I could come here and hold talks in these conditions? France chooses to see the path that looks ahead to the future, rather than focusing on the past, which was painful for all Iraqis. Iraq represents a hope. It hasn't yet been achieved. You will have legislative elections and there will be many setbacks, but the Iraqi people have shown they know how to overcome such difficulties. In any case, one thing is certain: a united, democratic Iraq is crucial to the balance of the region. And as we've seen, in the end, sidelining Iraq for so many years was not a factor that promoted peace throughout the region. If the Iraqi people have the wisdom to understand that their diversity is a strength, then perhaps you will even serve as an example to the region, which needs diversity. Diversity is a strength. It is not a problem.
Q: Mr. President, you said during your visit today that you were ready to support Iraq and to work for a partnership with Iraq. Are you going to encourage other European countries to follow suit, after today's visit?
A: Bernard Kouchner was the first European foreign minister to come here. I am the first European head of state to come since 2003. It goes without saying that the message we're bringing today is first of all France's message. But it's also Europe's commitment that I want to encourage in Iraq. Europe has every interest in stabilizing this part of the world. It is in Europe's interest to foster peace, peace between Palestinians and Israelis, peace in Iraq. So all of Europe must support you. And I hope that Bernard Kouchner and I will be followed by many foreign ministers and many heads of state and government. Now is the time for us to help Iraq. Now is the time to commit ourselves.
Q: Mr. President, can we say that your visit today already represents a beginning with respect to the arrival of French companies in Iraq? Can we say that this is an economic visit?
A: First and foremost it is political and diplomatic. It's not up to me to bring companies back to Iraq. It's up to Iraq to bring them back in. But along with Bernard Kouchner, I am going to ask French companies, when they do want to return to Iraq, not to stop in Amman. If they want to stay in Amman to help Jordan, by all means let them do so. But Iraqi business must be done in Iraq. We are going to take measures to expand our diplomatic post, to open an economic mission and to open consulates. And business leaders must come here to Iraq to discuss the problems of the Iraqis.

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With the release of the romantic fairytale live-action movie, I had the idea to create a real-life Beauty and the Beast wedding shoot. This romantic Disney inspired styled shoot had many challenges but our whole team worked tirelessly to ensure that everything came together in the end.
Gwen at Al Entertainment coordinated the shoot to combine a mix of classical elements from the movie as well as give it a modern and artistic take. Lssjas created an amazing table setting with varying levels using rustic wooden chairs. The florals draped around the table and candles were lit all around.
Capturing magical fairytale weddings are so my thing, so bringing this much-loved fairytale to life was such a joy! A huge thank you to Bridal Beauty for featuring the shoot and the whole team who helped make it such a unique and memorable Beauty and the Beast inspired wedding.
Beauty and The Beast is one of my favourite Disney movies and it felt like I was right there in the magical castle with Belle and Beast on this shoot. The Werribee Mansion was the perfect location to create that gorgeous fairytale castle feel with it's historical European architecture.
Photographer: Samantha Ong Photography
Venue: Werribee Mansion Spa
Event Planner: Al Entertainment Group
Dress Store: Cherish Love Bridal
Floral Designer: Lssjas
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Mel C has split from her boyfriend of ten years, property developer Thomas Starr.
Mel C has split from her boyfriend of 10 years.
The former Spice Girl has broken up with her long-term partner, Thomas Starr, with whom she has a three-year-old daughter, Scarlet.
A spokesperson for Mel - who is currently acting as a judge on Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical TV talent search show 'Superstar' - confirmed the separation to The Sun newspaper.
The 38-year-old singer met the 45-year-old property developer on vacation in Barbados in 2002, and the pair have since lived together in north London.
News of the split has shocked the showbiz world and comes just weeks a few months after Mel insisted she wanted more children with Thomas.
She said: ''I'd love to have more! I definitely like to have at least one more but yeah you never know what life holds so that's something I'm hoping for in the future.''
However, the star did recently admit she had no plans to marry Thomas, despite the fact they had been together for so many years
When asked by BANG Showbiz if she had any marriage plans, she said: ''Nope, no change there. We're very happy the way that we are. We have talked about it but we're cool, we're happy where we are.''


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Industry: consumer goods
The company, founded in 1846, makes branded household, personal care and specialty consumer products, such as Arm & Hammer baking soda, cat litter, and laundry detergents, Trojan condoms, lubricants and vibrators, Oxiclean and Xtra cleaning solutions and detergents, Spinbrush toothbrushes, and First Response home pregnancy and ovulation test kits. The company sells its products through supermarkets, drugstores, convenience stores, and onl...Moreine stores. Less
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In the words of Warren Buffett: "We're looking for... businesses earning good returns on equity while employing little or no debt."
Return on equity is a key metric of financial performance, indicating a company's ability to generate earnings using shareholder capital. Over time, ROE is one of the major determinants of the rate at which a company creates shareholder wealth. The average ROE for large U.S. companies is 12%, and many investors use it as a threshold for attractive investments.
Companies can boost ROE by increasing leverage, which reduces the safety of the investment. Therefore, it is useful to look at the return on assets (ROA), which measures a company's earning power regardless of its capital structure. A widening gap between ROE and ROA may be a warning sign that should be thoroughly investigated.
Earnings per share is a popular metric used to value a company (using P/E ratio); growth in EPS is often used to judge company growth potential. However, many investors believe that EPS is an inferior metric to ROE, because it ignores the amount of capital the company used to generate earnings.
Free cash flow shows how much cash a company generates from operations, above and beyond what is required to maintain or expand its productive assets. This cash can be returned to investors, or spent by management on growing the company or paying back its debts.
Balance sheets of many companies contain intangible assets such as goodwill, trademarks, patents, etc. Many investors consider intangibles more difficult to value than physical assets. If intangible assets had been valued incorrectly, they must be impaired, resulting in a loss charged against shareholder equity. This chart demonstrates the potential loss to shareholder equity from such impairments.
Companies often use debt financing to increase their return on equity. However, as the amount of debt financing increases relative to the amount of equity financing, the company becomes more sensitive to down turns and other negative events. As a result, many investors use the ratio of debt to equity as a measure of a company's financial risk, and avoid companies that have this ratio above 1.
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P/E ratio is a popular way of making a quick judgment of a company valuation. Value investors - followers of Graham and Dodd - often seek solid companies with low P/E ratios as investment opportunities. However, P/E ratio represents an oversimplified approach to business valuation, and can often lead to incorrect investment decisions.
On September 28, 2001, the Company closed on its previously announced agreement to acquire the consumer products business of Carter-Wallace, Inc. in a partnership with the private equity group, Kelso & Company, for a total negotiated price of $739 million, including the assumption of certain debt plus transaction costs. Under the terms of its agreements with Carter-Wallace and Kelso, the Company acquired Carter-Wallace's U.S. antiperspirant and pet care businesses outright for a negotiated price of approximately $128 million; and ArmKel, LLC, a 50/50 joint venture between the Company and Kelso, acquired the rest of Carter-Wallace's domestic and international consumer products business for a negotiated price of $611 million. The Company will account for its interest in ArmKel on the equity method.
On May 28, 2004, the Company completed the previously announced purchase of the remaining 50% of Armkel that it did not previously own from affiliates of Kelso for a purchase price of $253.7 million plus fees. The Armkel acquisition was funded using available cash and by obtaining new Tranche A and B Term Loans through an amendment to the Companys existing credit agreement.
On August 7, 2006, the Company acquired substantially all of the net assets of Orange Glo International, Inc., which include laundry and cleaning products such as OXICLEAN, a premium-priced laundry pre-wash additive, KABOOM bathroom cleaner and ORANGE GLO household cleaner. The purchase price was $325.4 million, plus fees of approximately $4.4 million, which was financed through a $250.0 million addition to the Companys existing bank credit facility and available cash. Sales for the acquired business for the year ended December 31, 2005 were approximately $200.0 million, primarily in the United States. OXICLEAN pre-wash laundry additive is the number one brand in the laundry pre-wash additives market in the U.S. The Company allocated a significant portion of the purchase price to intangibles based upon a preliminary valuation.
On July 7, 2008, the Company purchased the net assets of the Del Pharmaceuticals, Inc. over-the-counter business from Coty, Inc. for cash consideration of $383.4 million, including fees. Products acquired from Del Pharmaceuticals, Inc. include the ORAJEL brand of oral analgesics and various other over-the-counter brands. The Company funded the acquisition with additional bank debt of $250.0 million and available cash.
On October 1, 2012, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Avid Health, Inc. Avid Health is a leader in the dietary supplement category that includes vitamins and minerals. Its products, among others, include LIL CRITTERS childrens gummy form dietary supplements and VITAFUSION adult gummy form dietary supplements. The total purchase price was approximately $650 million, which is subject to adjustment based on the closing working capital of Avid Health and its subsidiaries. The Company financed the acquisition with a combination of proceeds from an underwritten public offering of $400 million aggregate principal amount of 2.875% Senior Notes due 2022, the issuance of commercial paper and cash.
On August 7, 2017, the Company acquired Pik Holdings, Inc. ("Waterpik"), a water-jet technology company that designs and sells both oral water flossers and replacement shower heads. The total purchase price was $1,024.7 (net of cash acquired), which is subject to a working capital adjustment. Waterpiks annual sales were approximately $265.0 for the trailing twelve months through June 30, 2017. The Company financed the Waterpik Acquisition with proceeds from its underwritten public offering of $1,425.0 aggregate principal amount of Senior Notes completed on July 25, 2017. Subsequent to the Waterpik Acquisition, Waterpik is managed by the Consumer Domestic and Consumer International segments.


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The Spies Of Warsaw
On BBC America's The Spies Of Warsaw page, they have added a 'sneak peek' video with clips of the drama. It will air in America in January 2013 and slightly sooner in the UK
Source: David Tennant on Twitter
There's some confusion over the broadcast date and DVD release date of The Spies Of Warsaw - see here for details.
Source: DavidTennantOnTwitter
Comedy World Cup
Channel Four have posted episode 3 of Comedy World Cup onto YouTube. Unfortunately the link will only work within the UK.
The worldwide link to download episode 3 of David Tennant hosting Comedy World Cup has been posted onto Tumblr
Source: DavidTennantOnTwitter
The international link to download episode two of Comedy World Cup has been posted onto Tumblr.
Source: DavidTennantOnTwitter
Nativity 2! Danger In The Manger
According to the MarkMeets.com website, the premiere of Nativity 2! Danger In The Manger will be on Wednesday 14th Novmber in London. The exact cinema is not known yet and it is not known whether or not David Tennant will be there (but it seems likely!) MarkMeets also says that the celebrity arrivals are likely to be between 5.15pm and 6.15pm (which is the usual time at these events).
Source: DavidTennantOnTwitter
The Decoy Bride
Behind-the-camera footage of The Decoy Bride from the US DVD has been posted onto Tumblr.
Source: DavidTennantOnTwitter
Other news
- David Tennant's profile as director is now on the official RSC site
- David Tennant Daily News Digest available here
- DavidTennantOnTwitter.com will post a David Tennant Daily Photo each day onto their Facebook page


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Teacher, siapa orang Hindu ni?
Cheryl Fernando
This article was originally published by MI and somehow I knew the author, and its' republished with permission.
I teach in a school where all, except two, of the students are Malays. As a result, they are hardly aware of the existence of other races. It doesn't help that I have a name like Cheryl Ann Fernando. "Adik Fernando Torres ke? Cikgu orang apa?" were the most common questions when I first started teaching.
My students find it hard to comprehend how I can be Indian and Christian at the same time. When I mentioned once how I was going to the church, they stared at me in silence. "Gereja tahu tak?" I asked. "Tak tahu la teacher!"
So, for the next ten minutes, I did a mini lesson on places of worship. The next week, I showed them pictures of the different races, their traditional costumes, places of worship and celebrations. I explained to my students how race is different from religion. Read more…
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- 150g purple sprouting broccoli
- 100ml single cream
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- 6 anchovies
- 1 red chilli, finely sliced
Steam or boil the broccoli until tender – a few minutes. Blitz the cream, vinegar and anchovies together till smooth.
Remove the broccoli and drain.
Divide the broccoli between two plates, spoon over the dressing, scatter over some of the chilli, season and serve. (You can make the dressing beforehand – a day in advance if you like – just make sure you give it a thorough shake before using).


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Film review: A Good Day to Die Hard
A Good Day to Die Hard
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Dune Entertainment, Origo Film Group
STARRING Bruce Willis, Jai Courtney, Cole Hauser, Sebastian Koch, Yuliya Snigir, Mary Elizabeth Winstead
WRITTEN BY Skip Woods
PRODUCED BY Alex Young
DIRECTED BY John Moore
SHOT BY Jonathan Sela
EDITED BY Dan Zimmerman
MUSIC BY Marco Beltrami
DISTRIBUTED BY 20th Century Fox
Screened 2013-02-12
From its first moments Die Hard 5 begins to set things in motion between the sinister, hollow, lizard-like Russian suit Chagarin (Kolesnikov) and grizzly political prisoner Komarov (Koch). The credits play over the action like a television show, even the film's arbitrary dumbass title inserted and removed, quite tiny, in the corner of the screen. Just keep moving. John "Americans Don't Apologize" McClane (Willis) is headed to Moscow to retrieve his willful son Jack (Jai Courtney), a CIA plant in very hot water (I guess you're born into franchises like families). McClane's NY cop buddy warns him, "They do things differently over there" – to which McClane supplies the grammatically incorrect repartee, "Me too" – but what they do differently is anybody's best guess, innumerable opportunities to cash in on the locale going untapped by 20th Century Fox's team of boorish males.
There is a coordinated, very public courthouse strike by Chagarin's right hand Alik (Snigir), and since McClane happens to be standing outside when Jack flees in a truck with Komarov, he really has nothing better to do than to steal the nearest vehicle and tag along – McClane continually, and bafflingly, grousing "I'm on vacation!" to anybody who will listen (his son's mantra, virtually Courtney's only lines for the first third of the film, are one-note whined asides about McClane's shite fathering). Somehow this car chase involves an enormous tank cleaving a path through a center of a city of ten million without a single authority figure noticing, but this is where I am meant to "flip off the switch" of my critical faculties and just enjoy the senseless, thoughtless carnage. My guest during this screening noted to me that she was quite disturbed at the number of innocent civilians killed during this chase and – this is something nobody comments on – the wanton destruction of so many vehicles which "could've really made a difference in so many peoples' lives!" I admit, I had not considered that.
There are two more action setpieces over the next 70 minutes – only two!! – before the film ends on a freeze frame of McClane, son and daughter, reunited, smiling and laughing, a happy family of complete assholes. In between the action, I was surprised to witness the momentum positively grind to a halt on scene after scene of lazy, predictable, shitty moralistic pablum where father and son grunt and look askance and take baby steps towards their renewed relationship. They move along on an irrelevant fetch quest for "the file," the contents of which are quite forgotten by now. "Where is the file?!" "I need that file!" "Give me the file!" Midway through, McClane and son and forced to their knees at gunpoint and Alik is ordered to kill them. Alik takes this opportunity to munch on a carrot and tap dance. Moments later McClane has impossibly sliced through his flex cuffs and a room full of assault-weapon-toting henchman lie dead. Father and son then leap from the 20th story (at least) window and reach terra firma after their fall is cushioned by dozens of wooden and metal planks and platforms. Finally – spoiler alert – the penultimate money shot, the big audience cheer moment, involves the film's villain being thrown from the top of a building into active propeller blades – and exploding.
Thanks, screenwriter Skip Woods (video game movie Hitman), for reminding me of the place of Americans abroad, as McClane answers his son's inquiry of what their "thing" entails: "Go out there and kill all the scumbags." Nice. Great. I see this is the best we can do, producer Alex Young (comic book movie Predators), you soulless shyster sellout, and you, director John Moore (video game movie Max Payne), smashing your way to Hollywood's peak with a hammer. I missed the fucking State of the Union so I could function as a PR plant for your celebration of pompous imperialist brutality and be treated like an ignorant child along the way, amusement park thrills at amusement park prices. Thanks again for your creation of more throwaway fodder for the lowest common denominator of the public and their complicity in being treated like absolute suckers. Thanks.
written by David Ashley
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Through satellite pictures, North Korea goes dark at night due to lack of electricity and it's a stark contrast to the booming lights of South Korea. In this case, spiritual darkness is equaled by physical darkness.
Brother Andrew once said, "The bigger the darkness, the easier it is to spot your little light." In North Korea, this quote has great significance.
Through your prayers and support, we're empowering little lights to shine brightly in the darkness of North Korea. And right now, as the world's attention is drawn toward North Korea, the light is more important than ever.
One secret Christian in North Korea recently told us, "We are able to walk in faith even though there are many difficulties. We try to keep our faith pure in Christ in any suffering. We put our hope in the place that God prepared for us before He even created the world. Until we reach that place, we will keep going forward. Even when there are many barriers and limitations. It is our desire that we will follow our calling to keep the faith and to spread the gospel. But we always remember your love and concern for us. We are doing well thanks to your prayers."
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Broncos TE Daniel Fells to visit New England
Daniel Fells, who started and played nearly every down at tight end for the Broncos in 2011, will visit the New England Patriots on Monday.
The Broncos want Fells back but it appears the wait for Peyton Manning is affecting the way the team can conduct business. Two other players the Broncos want back — defensive tackle Brodrick Bunkley and middle linebacker Joe Mays — have visits with the New Orleans Saints today.
The Pats' interest in Fells is a bit surprising considering they already have two of the best in Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez. By season's end, though, the Pats were seemingly playing Hernandez in nearly every skill position but tight end.
Fells is a solid two-way tight end who is both a strong blocker and receiver. He made a couple of terrific catches late in games last season that were part of Tim Tebow's magical comebacks.


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Movie Review: Contraband
Don't get it twisted, Oliver North enthusiasts. Contraband is not a dramatizing of the Iran Contra scandal, nor is Mark Wahlberg playing your beloved Ollie. Instead, the movie tells the story of Chris Farraday (Wahlberg) dipping into the world of smuggling one last time in order to save his unreasonably sexy wife's (Kate Beckinsale) reasonably unsexy brother Andy (Caleb Landry Jones). When Andy has to dump a shipment of drugs at the beginning of the film, Farraday is thrust into the life he left, for one last job to pay off Tim Briggs (a gloriously accented Giovanni Ribisi). Early in the film, Farraday and his partner Sebastian (the generally underrated Ben Foster) are referred to as the Lennon & McCartney of smuggling, and throughout the film Farraday proves he is smooth enough to pull off the heist version of Hey Jude, or at the very least Taxman.
This movie has been heavily marketed as an action film, which it is, but it's not exactly what it appears to be on first glance. When I e-mailed a friend to invite him to join me at the screening I attended, the subject line was, "Do you still like watching Marky Mark murder people?" The trailer sells it as an action-packed romp, which it kind of is, but despite dealing with many of the common tropes in the action genre, Contraband is actually a little cleverer than it might appear. More than anything else, Contraband is about addiction; be it addiction to substance abuse, or "The Life" that Andy seemingly can't leave, or that Farraday can't completely remove himself from.
It's basically Shame, except with more explosions (or at least explosions of a different sort). And even with attempting to be about more than the average action film, Contraband is still pretty enjoyable as simply an action movie. The heist scenes are more intense than I would have expected, and Farraday's ideas are clever in an 'Ocean's Eleven, shot by way of The Bourne Ultimatum' sort of way. But the best part about the movie is how it isn't necessarily what it initially seems to be.
There is a gag in the film that revolves around the theft of an expensive piece of art in Panama. The painting is taken off its frame for easier transport, and proceeds to be described by law enforcement as little more than a canvas tarp with ink splotches on it. The painting, if it were hung in a gallery, would be considered high art; here, it is little more than a rag. And while Contraband is far from a high art film, it is more interesting than an outside observer might suspect. It is funnier, smarter, and more interesting than one would guess from watching Marky Mark swag-walk to the tune of Red Nation. Contraband has its flaws – it is a little too fast-paced, Ribisi looks too much like WWE wrestler CM Punk to take seriously, etc. – but to say it is as useless and disposable as some tarp simply isn't doing it justice.
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MOUNT PLEASANT, Pa. – The father of a youth football player and a waitress who worked with him were behind shotgun shells with referees' names written on them that were left on a Pennsylvania field last fall, prompting the league to cancel its season, state police charged Friday.
The shells, which also had names of league officials, were found in October at the gate of the field used by the Mount Pleasant Area Junior Football League, police said. The league, based about 35 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, has several teams grouped by age with players ranging from 6 to 14.
Joseph Loughner, 51, of Greensburg, and Kimberly Ross, 34, of Connellsville, were charged with conspiracy, terroristic threats and harassment. Ross also wrote threatening letters to a referee at Loughner's urging — on the back of paper placemats from the restaurant where both worked, police said.
Police didn't suggest the restaurant in Connellsville was aware of the threats. The woman who answered the restaurant's phone wouldn't say if either suspect still worked there.
Ross told police that Loughner was intimidating and repeatedly asked her to write the letters. She also said Loughner was "very nervous" after the shells were found and the remainder of the season was canceled, according to a criminal complaint.
Loughner had Ross write the letters to a referee in hopes he'd resign and told police he "thought the letters were funny."
Loughner wrote the letters because he and other parents had become increasingly unhappy with changes in league administration and rules, and player injuries angered him more, the complaint said.
Neither defendant had a defense attorney listed in online court records to speak on their behalf. Both were taken to the Westmoreland County jail after they were each unable to post $25,000 bond.
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However it would be appropriate to change the name "aged care" to "ageing" and widen the role of the portfolio to reflect the vital importance of preparing Australia for a fast ageing population.
"Caring for older Australians, whether they live in residential aged care or independently in their own homes, is a vital part of medicine," AMA (WA) President Dr Michael Gannon said.
"Most older Australians have longstanding relationships with their GP, who is best placed to determine which services will work best for their patient.
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"But Australia's ageing population will have a far wider impact on the Australian society than just aged care," he said.
Over the next several decades, population ageing is projected to have implications for Australia, including; health, size of the working-age population, housing, demand for hospital care, mental health and demand for skilled workers.
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Chapter 4 – Erupting Anger (瞬间爆发)
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Editor : zxrdm
(TL notes : Well not much to say today. I hope to use this area to communicate with my readers and see what else can I do to improve your experience. Please leave more comments so I can talk to you guys more. To those who want to thank me for these translations, let me thank you instead for taking the time to read. It is not every time people is willing to support an new TLer such as myself. Enough of the mushy stuff, let the adventure continue.)
Chu Yun bent down to pick up the Osmanthus cake from the sandy ground. In front was a cherry red horse just broke of its reins and charging wildly towards Chu Yun…..
"CHU YUN!" Jiao Yue cried out. At the same time she felt someone pass by her at high speed. The next moment, she saw fresh red blood dyeing the black hair of the figure. The horse with its throat sliced, swayed a little before falling down, the blood oozing out, forming a puddle of blood on the ground.
Nearby onlookers went silent,all eyes were glued to the knife wielding female figure drenched with blood.
"What….. What just happened?" the store owner stared at her now empty hands. The knife used to cut the Osmanthus cake was missing.
"Young…. Young Mistress…" Chu Yun who became speechless, gazing at the back of the Jin Lan.
Jin Lan answered, without even looking back "Shouldn't you pick those pastries up?"
"Ah….Oh…. Yes." Chu Yun quickly dust the Osmanthus cake and wrap it with paper.
The crowd chatters
"That horse…. belongs to Princess Wen Ya."
"That was a rare breed, it can only be found at the west region."
"That person killed it!"
"The Princess will never forgive her!"
"Miss…" the store owner added: "It would be best for you to run, if you are caught, your punishment will most likely be death penalty."
"Young Mistress…" Both Jiao Yue and Chu Yun shivering in fear.
Exchange a human life for a horse? Preposterous!
"Is that lady crazy?"
"The Princess is here!"
The crowd parted allowing a red clad wearing female, holding a horse whip, to be seen. She looked at the corpse of the horse and then to Jin Lan, her face slowly reddens and is fueled with fury.
"Such nerves, how dare you murder the Princess's favorite horse!" a child ran up to scold Jin Lan.
Jin Lan stared at Princess Wen Ya, Chun Yu Ru, and slowly bring up the bloody knife towards her own lips. *Lick* "Indeed it was a good horse, however it was unruly and wild. If you are unable to tame it properly, it is better off dead!"
Black hair draped over shoulder, eyes cold as ice and body drenched with blood, it was as though death god have came from hell. Even Yu Ru was speechless, unable to retort Jin Lan.
"Fourth Sister, why did you stop?" a braided-hair male appeared from the crowd.Wearing white robes, at his waist hung two jade pendants, having an aura full of grace, the exact description of a perfect man.
"But Second Brother…." Yu Ru ran towards the male, the second prince Chun Yu Zhuang, and pointed at Jin Lan, "That person killed my Hong Yi!"
"Hm?" Actually, Yu Zhuang had already seen what had happened from a nearby tea house. However, what peaked his interest was the mysterious woman, Jin Lan. While looking at the woman, all he could feel from her is the constant flow of killing intent, making the atmosphere very tense.
TL Note: In case readers do not know, Wen Ya refers to the title of a princess, in this case Wen Ya (温雅) means Refine and Elegant.
The princess real name is Chun Yu Ru (淳于茹) .
The Second Prince name is Chun Yu Zhuang (淳于庄).
Hua Jin Lan (花惊澜)
Chu Yun (出云)
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The very basic construction of a dc motor contains a electric current carrying armature which is connected to the supply end through commutator segments and brushes and placed within the north south poles of a permanent or an electro-magnet as shown in the diagram below.
Now to go into the details of the operating principle of DC motor its important that we have a clear understanding of Fleming's left hand rule to determine the direction of force acting on the armature conductors of dc motor.
Fleming's left hand rule says that if we extend the index finger, middle finger and thumb of our left hand in such a way that the electric current carrying conductor is placed in a magnetic field (represented by the index finger) is perpendicular to the direction of electric current (represented by the middle finger), then the conductor experiences a force in the direction (represented by the thumb) mutually perpendicular to both the direction of field and the electric current in the conductor.
For clear understanding the principle of DC motor we have to determine the magnitude of the force, by considering the diagram below.
We know that when an infinitely small charge dq is made to flow at a velocity 'v' under the influence of an electric field E, and a magnetic field B, then the Lorentz Force dF experienced by the charge is given by:-
For the operation of dc motor, considering E = 0
i.e. it's the cross product of dq v and magnetic field B.
Where dL is the length of the conductor carrying charge q.
From the 1st diagram we can see that the construction of a DC motor is such that the direction of electric current through the armature conductor at all instance is perpendicular to the field. Hence the force acts on the armature conductor in the direction perpendicular to the both uniform field and electric current is constant.
So if we take the electric current in the left hand side of the armature conductor to be I, and electric current at right hand side of the armature conductor to be − I, because they are flowing in the opposite direction with respect to each other.
Then the force on the left hand side armature conductor,
Similarly force on the right hand side conductor
∴ we can see that at that position the force on either side is equal in magnitude but opposite in direction. And since the two conductors are separated by some distance w = width of the armature turn, the two opposite forces produces a rotational force or a torque that results in the rotation of the armature conductor.
Now let's examine the expression of torque when the armature turn crate an angle of α with its initial position.
The torque produced is given by,
Where α is the angle between the plane of the armature turn and the plane of reference or the initial position of the armature which is here along the direction of magnetic field.
The presence of the term cosα in the torque equation very well signifies that unlike force the torque at all position is not the same. It in fact varies with the variation of the angle α. To explain the variation of torque and the principle behind rotation of the motor let us do a step wise analysis.
Step 1:
Initially considering the armature is in its starting point or reference position where the angle α = 0.
Since α = 0, the term cos α = 1, or the maximum value, hence torque at this position is maximum given by τ = BILw. This high starting torque helps in overcoming the initial inertia of rest of the armature and sets it into rotation.
Step 2:
Once the armature is set in motion, the angle α between the actual position of the armature and its reference initial position goes on increasing in the path of its rotation until it becomes 90° from its initial position. Consequently the term cosα decreases and also the value of torque.
The torque in this case is given by τ = BILwcosα which is less than BIL w when α is greater than 0°.
Step 3:
In the path of the rotation of the armature a point is reached where the actual position of the rotor is exactly perpendicular to its initial position, i.e. α = 90°, and as a result the term cosα = 0.
The torque acting on the conductor at this position is given by,
i.e. virtually no rotating torque acts on the armature at this instance. But still the armature does not come to a standstill, this is because of the fact that the operation of dc motor has been engineered in such a way that the inertia of motion at this point is just enough to overcome this point of null torque. Once the rotor crosses over this position the angle between the actual position of the armature and the initial plane again decreases and torque starts acting on it again.
Working Principle of DC Motor


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Here are the steps on how to do it:
1. Open up your SQL Server Management Studio and connect your SQL Server instance to back-up the project collection database. Look for the project collection database. Normally named as "Tfs_Collection Name". Right click the database and select properties. From the properties page, choose "Options" and go to "State" and restrict access to "Single_User".
2. Click "Yes" to ensure all connections are closed.
3. Right click the project collection database again and create a backup.
4. Verify your backup location.
5. Take the database offline and then detach.
6. Restore the database to the a new database name.
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The NASCAR Hall of Fame received some damage during protests that turned violent in downtown Charlotte, N.C, on Wednesday night but will continue to host events today with an increased security presence.
According to a statement from the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority, which runs the Hall, the site sustained broken exterior windows but the facility itself was not breached and no artifacts were taken.
"The events that have transpired over the last 48 hours have been incredibly difficult for our community. We continue to keep open lines of communication with the City, CMPD and our partners to monitor the latest developments," the statement said.
"The damage at our CRVA venues consists of broken exterior windows at the Charlotte Convention Center and NASCAR Hall of Fame and a breach that took place at one of our tenant spaces at the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Buffalo Wild Wings.
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Wednesday night was the second consecutive night of protests following the death Tuesday afternoon of Keith Lamont Scott, 43, who was shot by police in the parking lot of an apartment complex near UNC Charlotte, located north of downtown Charlotte.
The officer who shot him, Brentley Vinson, 26, is also black. Police said Scott held a handgun as he got out of a car.
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Vehicle Arrives for EcoCar 2 Competition
A group of University of Tennessee, Knoxville, engineering students feel like sixteen-year-olds when they received the keys to a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu they are going to remodel to make more eco-friendly.
Ryan Howell, graduate student in mechanical engineering; Mitchel Routh, graduate student in mechanical engineering; David Irick, mechanical, aerospace, and biomedical engineering (MABE) research assistant professor; Scott Curran, research associate in MABE; Emily Wise, graduate student in business administration; Michael Pickelsimer, graduate student in electrical engineering; and Katelynn Routh, senior in communications studies.
The graduate and undergraduate students are part of a team competing in EcoCAR 2: Plugging In to the Future, a three-year collegiate engineering competition established by the US Department of Energy and General Motors. They've spent the past year planning their design with the goal of making the GM-donated car a better, more efficient hybrid vehicle than what is currently on the roadways. Now, they get to see their hard work pay off as they begin to implement their design into the car.
The EcoCAR 2 competition challenges the next generation of automotive engineers to reduce the environmental impact of a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu without compromising performance, safety, and consumer acceptability. UT is one of fifteen universities in North America participating in the challenge.
A year into the competition, the students have used math-based tools to model and design their own unique architecture for a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. They'll select the system's powertrain components the same way major automakers do.
The arrival of the Malibu marks the official entry into Phase II of the competition, where the design is applied to the car. The design, called series-parallel plug-in hybrid electric vehicle architecture, will improve the vehicle's environmental impact and efficiency in three ways.
First, the vehicle will be able to couple and de-couple the engine from the wheels while still providing electric power from the battery and/or generator to drive an electric motor. Second, the vehicle will have a large, high-voltage battery pack which allows the vehicle to run on electric power. If the battery—which can be charged using a standard wall outlet—gets depleted, the vehicle will use a combination of an engine and electric motor. Third, the vehicle will utilize E85 fuel which is a blend of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline and burns cleaner.
While translating their design into reality, the team is also developing a working vehicle that meets the competition's goals. The competition culminates at the end of each academic year when all of the schools and their vehicles come together to compete in more than a dozen static and dynamic events. UT won sixth place in Phase I's competition. Winners receive cash awards. Since 1989, UT has had more than 500 students participate in similar projects.


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In the beginning of the 20th century, Eugénie Limouzy became one of the first women in Languedoc to manage a vineyard. In 1931, Eugénie's niece Marguerite married Edmond Antech, a man of exacting method who took the estate's wine and made it widely and commercially known.
His sons George and Roger succeeded him and kept the same philosophy of preserving Antech Limoux's history and melding tradition and modernity to craft exceptional wines. Together, they created new storehouses, and modernized the House. Georges devoted his professional life to developing the image and sales of the House, while Roger enthusiastically took on the technical aspects of running the vineyard.
Currently, Michèle, the eldest daughter of George, and her husband Jean-Christophe Chauvière have taken over the management of the vineyard and sell over one million bottles in France and abroad.
A blend of 70 percent Chardonnay and 15 percent each of Chenin Blanc and Mauzac, aged traditionally and generously on its lees, this is a beautiful, balanced wine, with elegant aromas of orchard fruit and honeyed spice. The palate marries more exotic fruits with a clean, pebbly backdrop and an impressive depth of flavour.
Bottle 6 x 75cl 448cs
Blanquette de Limoux can be a blend of three grape varieties: Mauzac must be the dominant grape with a minimum of 90%, the balance Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. The Mauzac grape is prolific in the Limoux region, but almost non-existent elsewhere, and produces a rustic wine with distinct aromas of fresh cut grass and apple-peel flavours reminiscent of apple cider.
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If you haven't yet voted in Round 2 of TheOneRing.net's March Madness competition, now is the time to do so! This round is producing some VERY interesting results among the 32 remaining contestants. Neck-and-neck battles currently include:
In the Movies Only division, the lovely Tauriel has a narrow lead over Sebastian the Hedgehog. Can elvish archery prowess win out over sheet unadulterated cuteness?
In the Movies and Books division there are currently two contests that are too close to call: Smaug vs. Sauron and Bilbo vs. Faramir. Fire is sure to be involved in the battle between the two Middle-earth arch-villains: the wily dragon Smaug and the Dark Lord Sauron. Could the fact that today is March 25, the day of Sauron's defeat in The Return of the King give Smaug a slight edge, or might Sauron's victory be guaranteed by knowledge of the bare spot on Smaug's breast? How does one chose between two of Middle-earth's most virtuous heroes: Bilbo and Faramir? Can Faramir's Gondorian armour withstand a blow from Sting?
The Wider Mythos division has another close contest in the works between evil incarnate, Morgoth, and the mighty Varda, queen of the Valar. In The Silmarillion, it took all of the might of the Valar to defeat Morgoth. Can Varda do it on her own? Can the light defeat the darkness one more time? It's up to you to decide! Round 2 voting is open until 10:00 p.m. EST tonight. Go here to vote, and join us in deciding these, and other great battles going on right now.
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Royal Maca For Menopause Veg/Gel Caps (mockup)
This product helps your body produce a better balance of its own hormones as you go through the shift from reproductive to postreproductive hormone balance. The capsules are the same as Royal Maca® for Vitality, but the directions on this label give step-bystep instructions for finding your right dosage, which is critically important to achieve maximum relief of symptoms. It also gives instructions for the easiest way to switch off of bioidentical hormones or other HRT, before beginning to use Royal Maca®.*
(See page 11 for additional benefits.)
Bottle sizes: 60 and 120 vegetarian capsules, 120 gelatin capsules
Servings per bottle: 30, 60, 60
One serving contains:
Lepidium meyenii/peruvianum
(Royal Maca® root 2:1 powder concentrate)1200mg
Selenium 2.99mcg (naturally occurring in Maca root)
If symptoms are 50% better or less, increase daily dosage by one more capsule and stay at that dose for 5 days. Evaluate symptoms again. If symptoms are now 80% better, the dosage is right!
If symptoms worsen, you are taking too much. Stop for two days, then begin again taking a lower dosage. You many need to repeat this testing process to find your correct dose.
For a fast response, click the "Contact" link on our website and fill out our email contact form for dosing and product questions. You can also call our Product Educator voicemail line at (646) 290-8651 for an answer within one to seven days. We are pleased and motivated to help you!
Product Description
Traditional uses now supported by scientific research:
- Good for PMS and period regularity*
- Helps eliminate hot flashes and vaginal dryness*
- Promotes a happy mood and libido*
- Supports bone strength*
- Helps with joint pain due to hormone issues*
- Reduces urinary frequency/urgency*
- Supports regularity in sleep*
This product is gluten-free.
Each Capsule Contains
- 600 mg Royal Maca powder concentrate
- 1.495 mcg Selenium (from Maca root)
Suggested Usage
Sensitive and/or Petite Women: Take 1/2-1 capsule daily.
Women with PMS: 2 capsules daily.
Women with Painful Periods, Perimenopause symptoms or PMS: 2 capsules daily.
Women without a Period: Take 3 capsules daily for menopausal symptoms. Increase, if necessary, by 1 to 2 capsules a day every 5 days until symptoms are 80% better.
If taking estrogen, estrogenic herbs, or precursor hormones, STOP for 4 weeks before starting to take Royal Maca to avoid an increase in hot flashes. Meanwhile to control symptoms, take 3-5 capsules of Royal Camu 3 times per day. May be taken with progesterone-only birth control pills.
Warning: Consult your physician if pregnant or nursing. Do not use with Tamoxifen®.
Product Labels
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- Who should use Royal Maca and who should use Royal Maca Plus for Women with DIM
- How Is Royal Maca Different From Other Leading Brands Of Maca?
- Is Certified Organic Royal Maca expensive? It's Not!
- How to Get Off Hormone Replacement Therapy and Start Using Royal Maca
- Is Royal Maca beneficial for people with thyroid issues?
- Please CLICK HERE if you would like more information about Royal Maca
Weight Gain, Hot Flashes, and Night Sweats
"Royal Maca has helped me greatly. I was experiencing weight gain, frequent and horrible hot flashes, night sweats and my whole body was experiencing a vibrating sensation at night as well. All of these symptoms are 99% gone since taking Royal Maca. I have been taking it for almost 3 years and I am now down to 2 capsules per day. Thank you for your product!" ~ J.S., Maxwell, TX
Hysterectomy – Hot Flashes, Depression
"I had a hysterectomy with one ovary removed when I was 43. I went into menopause and suffered from intense hot flashes and depression for several years. HRT was not an option for me because my mother had died of breast cancer. I tried the usual menopause herbal remedies and nothing helped until I started using Royal Maca for Menopause. My hot ashes and depression were gone within ten days and have never come back." ~Edith G., New Jersey
PMS, Migraines, Depression
"When I turned 40 I started having a lot more PMS. I got migraine headaches around my period, and had breast tenderness and depression in the second half of my cycle. I started taking two Royal Maca for Menopause capsules a day and in the same cycle my symptoms disappeared. My mood is stable now. I haven't had any more migraines, and my menstrual cramps are much milder." ~Maria M., New York
A Holistic Physician Specializing in Women's Health
"I have determined Royal Maca to be phenomenally effective for controlling the menopausal symptoms of my patients." ~Cynthia Watson, MD, Holistic Physician, Santa Monica, CA
Scientific Studies
How Maca Affects Estodial Levels
"Effects of Maca on the Level of Estrogen & FSH in Peri-Menopausal Women" by L. Aragon, T. Ramirez, A. Pino
- Results: Organic Pre-Cooked Maca Root Supplement Raises Estradiol Levels in Peri-menopausal Women
How Maca Affects the Reproductive System
In 1960, Gloria Chacon did her Master's thesis on the effects of Maca Root on the reproductive system of rats. Rats were fed large quantity of cooked Maca root powder for 72 hours and then sacrificed for study. Female rats showed multiple mature egg follicles. Male rats showed a significant increase in sperm count and sperm motility.
- Conclusion #1: Chemical actives in Maca root were working on the reproductive systems of both male and female rats through the hypothalamus and pituitary glands (precursor hormones)
- Conclusion #2: Maca root had therapeutic effects appropriate to the sex of the animal
Sexual Desire Increased with Maca
"Effect of Lepidium meyenii (MACA) on sexual desire and its absent relationship with serum testosterone levels in adult healthy men." Andrologia. 2002 Dec;34(6):367-72. Gonzales GF, Córdova A, Vega K, Chung A, Villena A, Góñez C, Castillo S.
- Results of the study: Maca root improved sexual desire within 8 weeks of treatment. Serum testosterone levels were not different in men treated with Maca root and in those treated with placebo, however, IGF-1 increases testosterone receptors on cells making existing testosterone more available
Maca Root Improves Adrenal Function
Lepidium peruvianum Chacon restores homeostasis impaired by restraint stress.
Phytother Res. 2004 Jun;18(6):471-4. López-Fando A, Gómez-Serranillos MP, Iglesias I, Lock O, Upamayta UP, Carretero ME.
- Results: Rats treated with Maca before undergoing the stress test showed very little variation or no variation in their pre-stress test blood tests. Maca reduced stress-induced ulcers, elevated cortisol levels, and hypoglycemia.
Raw Maca versus Cooked Maca
Nutritional evaluation of the effects of Maca in albino mice and their offspring. Archivos Latinoamericanos de Nutricion. Vol. 50, No. 2, 2000. Marco Canales, Jose Aguilar, Ana Prada, Adolfo Marcelo, Cecilia Huaman, Luz Carvajal.
- Results: Mice fed raw maca had the lowest average birth weight and the slowest average growth rate in their offspring. Mice fed cooked maca had a higher average birth weight and a faster average growth rate in their offspring than the raw maca mice group. In the second generation of mice, these differences in birth rates and growth rates between the groups were even greater.
Measuring the effect of maca on lipid (fats), anti-oxidative, and glucose levels in rates bred to have genetically higher blood sugar
The influence of maca (Lepidium meyenii) on antioxidant status, lipid and glucose metabolism in rats. Phytomedicine, 2007 Aug: 14 (7-8) 460-4. Epub 2007 Feb 7. Vecera R, Orolin J, Skottova N, Kazdova L, Olivarnik O, Ulrichova J, Simanek V.
- Results: Maca significantly decreased the levels of VLDL (very low density lipoproteins), LDL (low density lipoproteins), and total cholesterol, as well as glucose levels in the blood.
Additional Information
60 Veg capsules, 90 Veg capsules, 120 Veg capsules, 120 Gel capsules


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They say you're nobody until somebody…..
Hip Hop heads everywhere can finish that line and probably say it while adding that classic confident B.I.G swagger to it. Some lines live on forever and some MCs are bigger than music, in both cases this is why sampling anything the Bedstuy veteran spit on is a risk only a few can even take head on. Nick Grant is not afraid of the challenge and has proven multiple times over (including an insane 5 fingers of death freestyle) he can carry the lyrical load in this next generation of artists.
Who can reach him spitting at this level? "Nobody"


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Another 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs by Simon Warren (author)
Normal price £9.99. Our price £8.99. The sequel to the bestselling 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs is packed with another century of stunning ascents. Ticking the same boxes as the original 100 climbs you'll find killer hills from the tip of Cornwall to the Highlands of Scotland. Roads such as Asterton Bank, Gospel Pass, Millook, and the mighty Great Dun Fell. Enjoy!
- Format: Paperback
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- No.of pages: 176 pages
- Year of publication: 3 May 2012
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excel V™ Vascular Laser Sarasota
The Excel laser has become the gold standard in treating many vascular conditions including the ability to safely and effectively treat high pressure vessels, deep veins, and superficial veins on the face for men and women of all skin tones. If you have visible veins or other vascular irregularities, Excel vascular treatments may be the solution.
Excel Laser Therapy
Cutera's Excel V is a state-of-the-art dual wavelength (1,064 nm and 532 nm) laser system that effectively treats a wide variety of vascular skin conditions.
Excel laser therapy treats superficial vascular conditions by administering high power green laser (532 nm) light that is absorbed by abnormal blood vessels. This laser heats the undesired blood vessels, causing them to collapse and seal. Over time, the blood vessels will no longer be visible. Deeper and/or larger vessels may require treatment with the 1,064 nm laser.
Excel V laser treatments can be used for a wide variety of conditions, such as:
- Angiomas (red spots that may be raised or beneath the surface of the skin)
- Facial blush / redness
- Facial veins
- Leg veins
- Spider veins
- Red birthmarks or port wine stains
- Red raised scars
- Rosacea
Avoid tanning or self-tanning lotion for one month prior to treatment. Do not wear makeup on the day of treatment. Any treatments that may irritate your skin, such as waxing, should also be avoided for one or two weeks before treatment.
Minor redness, swelling and mild bruising may occur after treatment. While visibile improvement may be immediately apparent for smaller blood vessels, larger blood vessels typically darken and then gradually disappear over several months. Incremental improvement is expected with facial redness/rosacea – although significant improvement may occur after the first session several treatments may be required.
Are You a Candidate?
Unlike some laser treatments, Excel V laser therapy is safe and effective for all skin tones, including light,darkand tanned skin. Good candidates for this procedure are men or women with noticeable vascular conditions such as rosacea, port wine stains, spider veins or facial veins that make them self-conscious. Schedule a consultation today to learn if Excel V laser therapy is a good option to help you achieve the results you are looking for.
Will treatments hurt?
The Excel V laser uses a chill tip to rapidly cool the skin before the laser energy is delivered. This minimizes any discomfort and protects the skin. Most patients feel a slight stinging sensation briefly when the energy pulses are delivered.
What are the side effects of Excel therapy?
There are few side effects with this treatment, although some patients experience redness and some swelling at the treatment site. This typically dissipates within a day. Some patients may also experience bruising.
How soon will I see results?
The majority of patients find most treated veins have significant improvement visible within 2 to 6 weeks, although the final results may not be seen for months.
How many treatments are necessary?
The number of treatments depends on the size, color and thickness of the vascular lesion that will be treated. In many cases, patients see dramatic improvement after a single treatment, and many do not require repeat sessions.
Excel V™
A new approach to treating vascular conditions
Now men and women alike are making unsightly facial and leg veins a thing of the past. With the most advanced technology, the Excel V vascular laser can safely and effectively treat a wide range of vascular conditions on men and women of all skin tones.
How does Excel V work?
Excel V, which was developed by Cutera, is a new laser system for providing treatment of a variety of vascular skin conditions. Many skin conditions manifest in the form of broken or abnormal blood vessels in the skin, as is the case with rosacea, in which the facial blood vessels dilate excessively causing redness and flushing. Excel V treats vascular conditions by administering a unique high power green laser that is absorbed by the abnormal blood vessels in the skin. The laser heats the abnormal vessels causing the vein walls to collapse and seal shut. Over time, the vessels will no longer be visible. Several treatments may be necessary to achieve the desired result.
Thermal video of Laser Genesis treatment with excel V laser – courtesy of Cutera
Laser Genesis is a non-contact laser skin rejuvenation treatment in which the laser quickly warms the skin to stimulate new collagen production, remodeling of existing collagen and reduction of excessive superficial blood vessels if present. With a series of treatments patients may experience firming of the skin, decreased pore size, wrinkle improvement, softening of lip lines and decreased redness of the skin. The treatments do not require anesthesia or downtime.
Excel V Vascular Laser treatment video – courtesy of Cutera
The green laser is extraordinarily effective for eliminating unwanted vascular conditions.
Please click here for more Questions & Answers about Excel V.
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Seismic Response Reduction of a 12-Storey Reinforced Concrete Structure Using Semi-Active Resettable Devices
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Recent analytical and experimental research has demonstrated the potential of semi-active resettable devices for controlling the response of structures subjected to earthquake excitation. Resettable devices manipulate the stiffness characteristics of the structure and are capable of producing large resisting forces. The devices also offer great reliability due to their reliance on standard hydraulic or pneumatic concepts and employ relatively simple mechanisms and control logic. This paper presents an investigation on the use of semi-active resettable devices to reduce the seismic response of multi-storey buildings. Analytical studies are conducted to investigate the performance of a twelve-storey reinforced concrete structure subjected to earthquake ground motion and controlled by resettable devices. Computer simulations are carried out to determine the optimal utilisation of the devices and to evaluate the performance of different control laws used to control the operation of the resettable devices. The effect of the location, number and arrangement of the devices on the seismic response of the structure is discussed.


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How to Replace Your Drivers License in Florida
1. Get Started With Drivers License Replacement Assistance Online
If your license has been recently lost or stolen, you will need to replace it as soon as possible. Without a valid Florida drivers license, you will not be able to drive legally in your state or present a valid form of identification when necessary. The two most common methods of replacing your lost or stolen license are visiting your local licensing location in person or applying for a replacement online. Under certain circumstances, you may also be able to replace your license or ID by mail. However, the fastest and most efficient way to replace your driving credential is online. To learn how to replace your license online, you can refer to our helpful drivers license guide. In addition to helping you through the replacement process, our guide will also teach you how to renew and change the name or address on your license.
2. By Mail
Most states offer a mail-in application option to residents who have lost their license while out of the state. In most cases, military service members stationed outside of the state will also be able to apply for a replacement by mail. To apply, you will need to mail in a primary and secondary proof of identification, such as a birth certificate, valid U.S. passport, Social Security card or W-2 form. You will also need to send proof of a residential address such as a deed, voter registration card or utility bill. Depending on your state, you will be required to provide any combination of the aforementioned documents, in addition to other documents and information. You will also need to keep in mind that it may take several weeks to obtain your replacement license, as mail can often be delayed or unreliable.
3. In Person at a DMV Office
Finally, you can replace your lost or stolen license at your local DMV or licensing office. You will be required to bring all the documents previously mentioned as proof of identification and residency. If you are uncomfortable mailing these important documents to the DMV, then an in-person visit is more secure. However, you may need to reschedule an appointment if you forget your passport, citizenship certificate, car title or any other documents that you are using as proof of identification or residency. Additionally, if you make any mistakes on your form, you will not be able to receive your replacement license or ID the same day you apply for it at the DMV.
Florida replacement driver's license services are provided by the state's Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). In general, many motorists need to replace driver's license documents at some point due to theft, loss or damage of these credentials. It is strictly illegal to operate a motor vehicle without a valid copy of a driver's license.
Thus, it is crucial that motorists replace these documents as soon as possible after misplacing them. Additionally, replacing driver's license credentials can help residents restore their primary form of identification, which may be needed for daily errands or tasks. In the sections below, you will learn how to replace a driver's license in Florida and determine which method best suits your needs.
When is a replacement drivers license required in Florida?
As a legal Florida resident, you must obtain a driver's license replacement immediately after realizing that the document has gone missing for any reason. You must also request a duplicate driver's license if your original document becomes mutilated to the point that the text or photograph are indecipherable.
Get More Information on Drivers License Replacement
Whether you have a stolen, damaged or lost driver's license, the replacement methods are the same, although you may be able to waive the applicable fees if your license was stolen and you have a police report that verifies the theft.
How to Replace Your Drivers License Online in Florida
The Florida DHSMV offers U.S. citizens and verified immigrants the opportunity to obtain a driver's license copy online through its secure portal. When filing an online application, you will be asked to enter your last name, date of birth, street address, Social Security Number (SSN) and driver's license number.
After that, simply follow the prompts to replace a lost driver's license and pay the associated fees. All FL replacement driving license fees incurred online must be paid by a valid credit or debit card and will have an additional convenience fee added to the total.
How to Replace Your Drivers License by Mail, Phone or Email in Florida
You may replace a lost driver's license in Florida by mail, phone or email only if you are temporarily out-of-state and need a replacement credential mailed to your out-of-state address. If preferred, you may also request this kind of driver's license copy online through the state online portal described above.
You may also apply by mail, phone or email to receive a 90-day temporary duplicate driver's license, which will remain valid until you return to Florida and get your permanent driving credential. A temporary replacement driving license is free, and to obtain it, you must simply write a letter requesting this type of permit. The letter must be sent to a specific mailing address from the DHSMV.
If you wish to apply for a temporary duplicate driver's license over the phone, you must call a particular DHSMV number. Otherwise, you may email your request using the state-issued form available online.
How to Replace Your Florida Drivers License in Person
If you are wondering how to replace driver's license credentials in a simple and fast way, you can simply visit your local driver license office and apply in person. Moreover, residents with non-immigrant status are required to replace a driver's license in person, and need to provide proof of legal presence before obtaining a new credential.
Since Florida is a REAL ID-compliant state, all applicants must bring identification documents that appear on the DHSMV's list of acceptable forms of identity.
Additionally, your Social Security Number (if applicable) must match the name on your current copy of a driver's license. Therefore, make sure that you update any Social Security records before replacing driver's license documents at a DHSMV office. In any case, in order to replace a driver's license in person, you must bring the following to your appointment:
- An original birth certificate, U.S. passport or another document proving ID.
- A Social Security card or another document proving your Social Security Number (SSN), if applicable.
- Two documents proving state residency, such as a mortgage statement, vehicle registration or rental agreement.
- DMV duplicate license fee payment by check, money order or credit card.
Out-of-State Drivers License Replacement in Florida
As described above, non-military drivers temporarily living out-of-state may replace a lost driving license by mail, phone, email or online. Members of the U.S. armed forces stationed out-of-state also have the same options to replace a missing license. When you get a copy of a driver's license while living in another state, the DHSMV requires you to change the address that it has on file to your out-of-state residence.
When you return to Florida, you must obtain a permanent duplicate driver's license copy and update your DHSMV records with the new FL address. Out-of-state military members, students and others temporarily living in another state may direct questions to the DHSMV customer service center.
How to Report a Missing Drivers License in Florida
If you wish to avoid paying the Florida driver's license replacement fee due to the fact that your driving credential was stolen, you must submit your request along with a copy of a police report that documents the theft. Although you are not required by law to report a stolen copy of a driver's license, you cannot waive the DHSMV replacement fee without presenting this paperwork issued by a law enforcement agency.
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Moreover, reporting your lost driver's license as stolen can help protect you from identity theft or fraudulent use of your missing document.
Florida Drivers License Replacement Fees
Once you are aware of how to replace a missing driving credential, your next question may likely be, "How much does a driver's license replacement in Florida cost?" As a general rule, the DHSMV charges a flat $25 fee for replacing driving license credentials, unless you submit a police report verifying that your license was stolen. In that case, your duplicate driver's license is free, as is a 90-day temporary FL license.
- Renew or Replace Your Florida Driver License or ID Card from FLHSMV.gov