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It's struck me that the Argentine President Cristina Fernandez Kirchner has been behaving in a very similar manner to Nasser, the Egyptian leader who nationalised the Suez Canal in 1956.
Earlier today the Argentine Senate backed the nationalisation of the oil company YPF, even though a controlling stake is owned by the spanish company Repsol. Obviously, this has drawn negative reaction from Spain, the European Union and the World Trade Organisation. Unilateral nationalisations don't tend to go down too well in a free market world. And all this comes just weeks after CFK announced that Argentina would be seeking international support over their Falklands claims, in particular targeting Spain who it was felt might sympathise due to the Gibraltar issue. Nobody in their right mind will want to invest in Argentina – why would you, if you would always be looking over your shoulder, wondering whether your investment is going to go into CFK's slush fund? It's not the kind of thing that the US smiles upon. And whether we like it or not, US influence over what goes on in the world is crucial, in particular when it comes to lending support over disputes such as the Falklands.
Now, you won't often hear pro-capitalist commentaries on this blog. In fact, in theory I am not a fan of so-called free-trade, which seems more like a banner for freedom to exploit. But, thinking about it from an Argentine point of view, I really don't get what she is trying to achieve. It's not very pragmatic at all. You can't ask a country to support you on the one hand, and then nationalise the interests of a major company on the other. Not only will such actions dent Argentina's image abroad, but it also gives an impression of an inconsistent and unpragmatic administration, trying to have their cake and eat it. It also reinforces perceptions among some Latin American countries that CFK is taking Argentina too far down a socialist path, in a very Chavez-esque manner.
The funny thing is, the nationalisation of YPF seems to have gone down a storm in Argentina. Does it not occur to the Argentina populace that they are being played like fools? One has to look beyond the flag-waving, nationalist aspect, and look at the longer term impact, which can only be harmful to Argentina in the long run. The YPF issue shows just how fickle and populist Argentine politics can be. Substitute 'YPF' for 'Falklands', and you can see a pattern – President plays for the popular vote, everyone comes out waving flags, but in the long run it doesn't work out.
I suspect that if Britain can ride out this current Falklands hysteria that CFK is whipping up – almost in a 'Keep Calm and Carry On' style – then sooner or later she will be gone, and a slightly more sensible and mature leadership in Buenos Aires might realise that the same populist agitation that gets them elected also isloates Argentina, quite needlessly.
Related articles
- Argentine Senate approves of YPF takeover (seattlepi.com)
- Falklands 30 – Dockies, the unsung First Sea Lord and the same old from CFK (dalyhistory.wordpress.com)
- Argentine Senate Nears Approval of YPF Takeover (abcnews.go.com)
- Argentine Senate nears approval of YPF takeover (sacbee.com)
- Hague 'very concerned' at Argentina's YFP nationalisation plans (itv.com)
- Kirchner and YPF: Why She Was Wrong (southamericanow.wordpress.com)
- Argentinian president, Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, rejects criticism over YPF nationalisation (guardian.co.uk)
- Spain-Argentina oil spat threatens special ties (sacbee.com)
- Argentine Senate Approves Oil Nationalisation (1oneday.wordpress.com)
- Is Argentina allowed to seize YPF? (newstatesman.com)
- Argentina's Energy Dilemma (project-syndicate.org)


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Parents Come Clean in Study About How Often They Lie to Their Children
Founding father George Washington may not have been able to tell a lie, but the same can't be said for our nation's other parents.
A new survey has found that 84% of parents in the US lie to their kids in order to make them behave. Truthfully, though, that's downright fantastic, compared to the 98% of Chinese parents who fib to their kids in an attempt to keep them on their best behavior.
People with kids in both countries seem to tell the same lie most often. When a child is throwing a temper tantrum, his mother or father will say they are leaving if the kid doesn't start behaving.
That's not the end of it, though. Parents in the US and China also lie about buying a toy in exchange for good behavior, as well as skipping out on the truth when it comes to food, spending money and poor behavior.
Parents in the States will also go all Pinocchio on their offspring when it comes to telling the truth about fictional characters, like Santa Claus and the Tooth Fairy.
So, it's time to come clean about why parents leave honesty in the dust when dealing with their rugrats. One parent summed it up pretty well by saying, "Most of the lies I've told my children are last resorts and out of despair. If I could get them to do what I'm asking another way, I would."
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My father is about to turn 65. He's been a little lost ever since my mother died a few years ago. He is going to need help figuring out Medicare and all of that. He takes a lot of pills every day, so he will need the prescription drug plan too. I live a few hours' drive away from him, so it would be hard for me to go with him to the government offices. Where can I turn for help on this?
Dutiful Daughter
Dear Dutiful Daughter,
On the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services website home page, there is a very useful feature: look to the right and find the box, "Find Someone To Talk To". Click on your father's state and you will get a list of agencies that specialize in helping people understand Medicare and the various plan options.
They can help him with the prescription drug plan too. But you can also use the Medicare Part D Plan Finder. You will need his zip code and the names of any prescriptions he has. This will give you a list of plans and links to the insurers.


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Compact, robust, flexible – our components for laser welding are made for the toughest conditions in industrial applications. For you this means: outstanding functionality combined with an automation-optimized design.
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All KUKA laser processing optics are compatible with various handling systems – including robots, gantry systems and special kinematic systems.
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The mirror optics work completely without lenses. Collimation and focusing are achieved with water-cooled mirrors. This prevents thermal lens effects even in high-power lasers. In addition, the optics can be adapted specifically to the respective application. For joining tasks with special requirements (for example high welding speed, gap bridging), they can be used as hybrid welding optics.
The compact MWO-I Powder welding optics are specially designed for laser cladding with powder additives. They are based on the modular welding optics (MWO), a compact and functional modular optical system. This makes it easier to adjust the optics precisely to your application and process requirements.
The motorized powder zoom optics have been developed in cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology, based on a joint patent. It allows variable track widths with a constant tool center point.
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WHEELING - Former Jefferson County Sheriff Robert "Bobby" Shirley was sentenced to one year and one day in federal prison Monday by Judge John Preston Bailey in federal court.
Following the sentencing, Shirley calmly removed his belt and tie and sat as his probation officer removed his home confinement ankle bracelet. Shirley was led from the courtroom to begin his sentence handed down by Bailey.
After serving his time in prison, Shirley will face 18 months probation, according to the sentence.
The sentence came after nearly two hours of testimony, which included arguments by the prosecution and defense as well as character witnesses and the bank robber involved in the Dec. 27, 2010, incident that landed Shirley before the federal bench.
Shirley resigned from his position as sheriff Jan. 11, 2013, and days later pleaded guilty to one count of a federal indictment charging him with deprivation of rights under the color of law for using excessive force during the arrest of Mark Daniel Haines after a high-speed chase that followed an attempted bank robbery. Haines was in the courtroom Monday to testify.
"I thought I was the person on trial again," Haines said after listening to a request by the defense to deny that he be counted as a vulnerable victim, which was denied by the court. "Shirley has apologized to his community and his family, but not to me."
Haines directly addressed Shirley, saying "I was incapacitated, and you were the one person to stop it."
The rule of the court added points to the defense level used in determining minimum and maximum sentences for the criminal behavior. Shirley's points added to a total which had court guidelines of a minimum sentence of 30-41 months incarceration and a possible fine of up to $75,000.
Bailey handed down his sentence of 12 months and one day along with an order that Shirley pay restitution of $1,085.89 to Haines.
Several character witnesses testifyied on Shirley's behalf, including County Commissioner Patricia "Patsy" Noland and lifelong resident Lyle "Cam" Tabb III, who each indicated that they would serve as a third-party location for Shirley to serve his sentence.
Bailey denied a request of Defense Attorney Kevin Mills seeking self-reporting or the third-party option of sentencing rather than having Shirley remanded into custody. The judge indicated that he had concern over Shirley's mental state following testimony that indicated Shirley had reached a low point while dealing with the case and other personal issues.
While Mills attempted to ensure the judge the Shirley would be safer in a location other than a jail, the judge was not swayed in his decision.
"I am sufficiently concerned that I will remand him to custody of the U.S. Marshals," Bailey said.
Bailey also indicated that he considered all factors in determining his sentencing, saying that a comparison between Haines and Shirley made by the defense was not pertinent.
"The defendant had a duty to uphold the law and protect an innocent person, and Haines was as yet innocent," Bailey said. "As a law enforcement officer, he was tasked to protect and serve and did not do that on this occasion."
Bailey went on to stress that "not even law enforcement officers are above the law."
"To the extent that the judge recognized the unique circumstances and took into account the more than 65 letters of support sent to the court, we are glad that the sentence was not the recommended 30 months," Mills said following Shirley's removal from the courtroom. "We are disappointed that the judge did not understand our view of who Bobby is and what he deserved."
The Bureau of Prisons will determine the location where Shirley will serve his sentence, Mills said. In his sentencing, Bailey ordered that Shirley be remanded to the closest facility to Kearneysville.


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Celebrating illustration, design, cartoon and comic art of the mid-20th century.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
illustrators Magazine: Previewing Issue #2
The first task was to come up with a design format and a logo or masthead which would encapsulate our spirit and intent.
We eventually refined what we felt was a memorable and eye-catching logo, whilst embodying the clean, authoritative, and inviting layouts that should be an integral part of the reading experience. We are committed to the principle that if the reader is distracted by too busy and self-important page designs, then they are not going to be in thrall to the artwork and accompanying text. This for all the team is an absolute priority.
Speaking of the team, we are really privileged to have an incredibly talented and motivated group of artists and writers, working as part of our editorial staff. A couple of them will already be familiar to followers of Today's Inspiration. Our associate editor Bryn Havord was an award-winning art director in the 1960s and 1970s, who helped revolutionize the look of periodicals during those heady days. He started doing general studio work on Eagle comic and within a few years was art director and associate editor at Woman's Mirror, commissioning the likes of Michael Johnson, Walter Wyles, and Renato Fratini, to create truly amazing double page spreads which were seen by millions of readers, and helped to define the look of the era.
(Below; a spread from issue two's feature on Renato Fratini. On the left page, the first commission that Bryn Havord gave Fratini when Bryn was working as art editor at Woman's Mirror.)
Aside from his terrific editorial input into each issue, Bryn has remained in contact with some of these artists, and has a wealth of insights and stories to tell about the way they worked. We have features by Bryn on Michael Johnson, Walter Wyles, Brian Sanders, and the cartoonist Peter Maddocks which will be appearing in future issues.
In the second issue of illustrators, we takes an in depth look at the work of David Wright, whose work graces the top of this post. In addition to being the creator of the largely forgotten but exquisite Carol Day strip, Wright was also a painter and illustrator of glamorous women who exuded style and hauteur in an era when such qualities were at a premium.
Our next feature is a look at the life and art of Cecil Doughty, whose historical illustrations graced many a children's periodical over a career spanning over half a century.
Other features include a look at the animal artistry of Raymond Sheppard...
... and David Roach takes a look at the outstanding work of Renato Fratini...
... as well as a piece by John Watkiss, describing how he goes about creating concept art for The Walking Dead.
You can order illustrators magazine at illustratorsquarterly.com
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- Kerry9:57 PM
I was really excited to see this new resource. The content here looks absolutely lovely, but that logo made me do a double-take.ReplyDelete
I hope the team can rethink the logotype because frankly, I would not buy this based on the cover. The logo just doesn't seem to be on par with the quality of the work you're showcasing.
I'm sure you guys know a wealth of illustrators and designers who could help create a more professional look. In the meantime, thanks for all the hard work that you've put into this project. Can't wait to read and share more.
With regard to your comment on our logo Kerry, we did spend a lot of time on this particular element of the project and we did have submissions from illustrators and designers, all of who are passionate about their craft and have spent many years refining their skills.ReplyDelete
We then tested the results on a number of respondents and the one that was chosen was the one you see before you.
The most frequent comment leveled at the ones that didn't make the grade was that they were difficult to decipher and somewhat forgettable while the one that was chosen, despite the imperfections that are evidently manifesting themselves to you, was adjudged to be much punchier.
But we would be more than happy to hear further from you as to how you feel this logo could be improved.


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But Palmese said he has never seen anything like Sandy. "We were kind of prepared," he said. "We lifted everything off the ground, but we got about 30 inches of water."
Palmese had planned to ride out the storm, but ended up staying with his brother in another part of Bellmore. Unlike Giammarino, he plans to remain in his house and has been working to make it livable by deodorizing and eliminating mold.
The ground floor of Palmese's lifelong home will need to be redone, including repairs to flooring, carpeting and bathroom. He said he planned to apply for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and was waiting for his insurance company to return his calls.
"It's all going to come down to money," he said. "We want to get things fixed so we can live here."
Although Palmese said that much of what he lost is replaceable, other Bellmore-Merrick residents said they lost possessions of sentimental significance. Marjorie Toback, of south Merrick, said there was two feet of flooding in her basement during the storm. While she lost thousands of dollars worth of food in two full refrigerators and much of what was in the basement was soaked, she noted that some ruined things stand out -keepsakes from her daughter's bat mitzvah, for instance.
"Those are memories, and all of that is now gone," she said. "It's so sad."
Toback and her three children left their home, which "smells like a sewer," to see friends and family and take hot showers during the widespread power outage. But she said she worried about getting back into the neighborhood because of the gasoline shortage across the area.
She spent hours on lines at service stations throughout the county with her teenaged children in the car because, she said, it was a warmer place to be than their electricity- and heat-free home.
"People keep telling me to leave, but I had nowhere else to go," she said. "It's like this everywhere. It's like a party at local restaurants, because we see our neighbors, and everyone has the same sad story."


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Lee Child eBooks
Lee Child was born in 1954 in Coventry, England, but spent his formative years in the nearby city of Birmingham. By coincidence he won a scholarship to the same high school that JRR Tolkien had attended.
He went to law school in Sheffield, England, and after part-time work in the theater he joined Granada Television in Manchester for what turned out to be an eighteen-year career as a presentation director during British TV's "golden age." During his tenure his company made Brideshead Revisited, The Jewel in the Crown, Prime Suspect, and Cracker. But he was fired in 1995 at the age of 40 as a result of corporate restructuring. Always a voracious reader, he decided to see an opportunity where others might have seen a crisis and bought six dollars' worth of paper and pencils and sat down to write a book, Killing Floor, the first in the Jack Reacher series.
Killing Floor was an immediate success and launched the series which has grown in sales and impact with every new installment.
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At Dimension One Spas, the difference isn't just in one thing, it's in everything we do. From the way we build our spas, to your experience, to the care your spa will give you for years to come, our passion is for you to lead a happier, healthier life.
It's our innate drive to constantly be better, stronger, and last longer. We know what a hydrotherapy experience can do for you and we just can't keep it to ourselves.
Dimension One Spas (D1) is the leading manufacturer of award-winning hot tubs and swim spas and home to the world's first curvilinear spa. D1 Spas is based in Vista, CA and sold through a network of retailers in the United States and worldwide. With over 35 years of experience, the company's four product lines and patented features offer a higher class of design, performance and value that meet a variety of consumer needs. In 2007, D1 was awarded the Silver Medal Shingo Prize, becoming the world's first and only hot tub manufacturer to receive the distinguished award. D1's hot tubs have also achieved the Spasearch Buyer Guide's highest "Recommended" rating – see more about our awards here.
Dimension One opens its first retail store in La Mesa, California.
D1 Spas is first to manufacture a fully insulated spa for in-ground or above-ground usage.
D1 begins manufacturing a self-contained portable spa that is fully insulated and uses electronic controls.
Introduces the UltraLounge®, the benchmark standard for hydrotherapy.
First company in the spa industry to provide a factory installed ozone purification system.
Inroduces the first vertical jet with 100 GPM for foot, ankle, and calf therapy.
D1 introduces the patented user-serviceable diverter valve.
Receives a patent for the first fully adjustable cover lift in the industry.
D1 brings out the patented HydraFlex® Jet, the only jet that adjusts for air-flow, direction and water volume.
D1 Spas is the first and only company to include an adjustable up and down patented head rest.
D1 Introduces the most effective ozone water filtration system in the hot tub industry, UltraPure®.
D1 introduces a smart heater that enhances performance.
D1 introduces a self-checking diagnostic control center.
Introduces the revolutionary Dynamic Massage Sequencer which is the world's only programmable hydrotherapy lounge.
Release of several new systems to enhance user relaxation, iWatch, Magnetic Switches, and Tactile Therapy.
Breakthrough curvilinear design is patented and only available from D1 Spas.
An industry first, the only spa water management system to integrate ultraviolet germicidal light technology with an ozone system.
Terracina skirting provides the most unique blend of durability and natural beauty found on the market, exclusive to D1.
D1 brings out the LFX option package, the most sumptuous mood enhancing experience in the industry. Utilizing interchangeable water fountains, lights and more.
Releases M-Drive, the world's most intuitive and ergonomically friendly hot tub controller.
We behave in ways that are morally, ethically, professionally and legally responsible. We take pride in our company and in ourselves, resulting in a positive image and reputation for the Dimension One family.
We focus on future profitability by investing in our people, quality and growth for our success tomorrow. We identify and eliminate waste in all of our operations to maximize value and ensure continued financial success.
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There is no "I" or "they," there is only "we"—the Global Dimension One Family, where everyone is treated with mutual respect and understanding. We continuously improve our skills, knowledge and operations and benefit mutually from our success.


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Cannondale had a vision, a concept bike packed full of cutting edge technology that would see its world debut at EUROBIKE in Germany. Forkless, chainless, and dynamically adjustable, the concept is radical, and quite impressive.
This system puts the rider in an optimal position based on the terrain. The headset translates forward and down for a clean, low-drag position when descending. When climbing, it moves up and back, creating a more upright position for maximum leverage on the crank.
You won't be able to get one of these any time soon, but this gave the companies an idea of exactly what could be achieved.; the future can't come any quicker.


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1) Who are the fifth starter candidates?
A: Jon Niese is from the organization. It could also be Oliver Perez or John Maine if the Mets should add another arm. Joel Pineiro and Jon Garland are still out there, but they are also linked to other teams. There's no guarantee the Mets will bring in somebody else.
2) Where is Johan Santana?
A: Santana is coming off surgery. The Mets are saying he'll be ready, but they said the same thing about John Maine last spring.
3) What is Jose Reyes status?
A: Reyes says he feels good, but he hasn't tested that hamstring in game-type conditions. And, how much speed has he lost?
4) Did David Wright find his home run stroke over the winter?
A: Maybe it was Citi Field, maybe not. But, Wright did not hit with power last season. That has to change if the Mets are to do anything.
5) Carlos Beltran is how many weeks away?
A: Originally, they said 12 weeks. He won't be ready by spring training to do baseball activities, but maybe they'll have a better timetable by then.
6) What's the catching situation look like?
A: The Mets have plenty of reserve catchers, but not a No. 1. They hope it will be Bengie Molina. They really don't want to rush Josh Thole to the majors.
7) Who is the real Mike Pelfrey?
A: Pelfrey appeared on the verge of breaking out in 2008, but regressed last season. It's about time he gets to the next level.
8) Where does the coin land?
A: Will Coinflip Perez show consistency beyond being inconsistent? He's also coming off surgery. The reports are he's working hard, but he's worked hard before with no results.
9) What are the bullpen roles?
A: They could change if they sign John Smoltz. I'd rather have him in a set-up role than Kelvim Escobar. That way I could also drop Bobby Parnell down to a lower pressure slot.
10) What kind of camp will Jerry Manuel run?
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Slash Concert Will Stream Online
The final concert of Slash's U.S. tour with Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators will be streamed online. The show -- which is in support of his most recent album, 'Apocalyptic Love' -- will take place at the House of Blues in Las Vegas on Thursday (July 25) at 9:00PM Pacific.
Slash's concert will be broadcast by EVNTLIVE, which has streamed multi-camera, high-definition concerts by Bon Jovi and the Mountain Jam Festival in the past. EVNTLIVE also allows fans to interact across multiple social-networking platforms during the concert.
"We are thrilled to offer online access to one of the greatest musicians of all time ... while giving fans from around the world an up-close, personal and completely immersive experience," David Carrico of EVNTLIVE said via press release. "EVNTLIVE is transforming how we experience concerts individually and with others, while getting right into the act wherever you are."
With his tour ending, the guitarist and Angry Birds enthusiast can devote some time to his next project. Slash, who as a child caught his mom naked with David Bowie, has co-composed the score for 'Nothing Left to Fear,' a horror film that will be released on Oct. 4. The movie is the first offering from his Slasher Films production company.


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Real Talk: Howard Stern Defending Obama About Speech To Children About Education! "They Are Treating Him Like Hes Public Enemy #1. Its Disgraceful. Hes Talking To Kids About Lifting Themselves Up" [Audio]
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Swen1 needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 114 designs submitted by 21 freelance designers.
Just Quality International Inc.
We buy Frozen Vegetables (Broccoli, Spinach, Cauliflower and etc) and Food Chemicals ( Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Favors and etc) from overseas and sell them in the USA and Canada market.
Our Motto: "Excellent quality in everything we do!"
Target audience:
Professional buyers, Supply Chain managers and Quality Control managers in Food industry
The audiences are potential customers who would be interested in doing business with the company and like to know more about the company.
The majority of the customers will be the medium sized North American food companies; some of the customers can be large multinational and fortune 500 companies, while small part of the customers will be small mama and papa factories.
• We are looking for a simple, clean cut unique design
• We need very professional look at the same time
• Need to be easy to remember and has a unique characteristics
• While we are looking for professionalism in the logo, we would also like to see some senses of humor if possible
• Like to give the customer the impress of while we are doing the right things, being professional and quality suppliers, we also want to express we are fun to work with and to work for.
• Need to easy to read
• We like Color of: Green, Red, Yellow/Golden, some blue, we do not like: Black and White
• Even though we have the preferred colors above, the logo needs to look good and professional on black and white. (as some of the documents will be print on black and white)
• We are a group of very easygoing working professionals with limited knowledge in logo design. We are in a very unique business. The competitors' logo is back in 1950's and has no value to list them out. We are open minded for suggestions and hope some graphic guru can help us out.
• The logo will be used on the company's website, letterhead and the cover page of the contract.
• The logo must be original and not copied from anywhere with the design itself or design ideas. The world has enough problems already and we don't want to have a copyright issue later on.
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Kensington gates have a proprietary sliding width adjustment
feature which makes their width easily expandable
without the use of tools!
Available in two sizes (Small) which is perfect for doorways
adjusts from 28" to 48" wide and(Large) which adjusts
from 39.25 up to 72" wide. At 20" high, this gate is easy
to step over yet securely confines small pets.
wide leg base prevents tipping and the Free Standing
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These gates are handcrafted of mortise and tenon
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the beautiful finish is hand wiped with care and attention
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By GARY GRAFF
ROYAL OAK -- It may be called the Ten Man Jam, but it was the women, and one in particular, than ran away with the show on Thursday night, Feb. 21, at the Royal Oak Music Theatre.
The WYCD-sponsored show, which featured acoustic performances by 10 (duh!) acts, was a kind of country coming out for Grammy Award-winner Sheryl Crow, who served as host for the second half of the evening. With her first country album due in the fall, Crow -- accompanied by guitarist Peter Stroud -- played its first single, "Easy," which she described to the Royal Oak crowd as a "little stay-cation song, about staying home." Crow said she heard the song, which will be officially released next month, on the radio for the first time while driving from the airport to the show.
"This is my first foray into country, but I feel like I've been making country songs for a long time," added Crow, who's recorded in the past with artists such as Brooks & Dunn, Vince Gill, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and Loretta Lynn. "Picture," her duet with Kid Rock, was a country hit in 2002, and she played a bit of that combined with "If It Makes You Happy" on Thursday, as well as "Strong Enough" and "Give It To Me" -- the latter with Ashley Monroe of Pistol Annies, who was also part of the Ten Man Jam.
Monroe, in fact, had her own new material to play from her own "Like a Rose" album, which comes out March 5, as well as a version of Jason Aldean's "The Truth," which she co-write. Seventeen-year-old Rachel Farley played an energetic trio of songs that included "Jet Black Angel", while Maggie Rose brought a bluesy bluster and Clara Henningsen led her family trio through "All Your Life," which they wrote for The Band Perry.
The guys held their own, however. Gary Allan was a spirited host for the night's first half, and Chris Cagle won the congeniality award for bringing a longtime fan named Stephanie on stage to sit next to him while he played "Got My Country On." A loud chorus of female screams testified to cowboy-hatted Dustin Lynch's hunk appeal, while Drake White and Brett Eldridge surely won a few fans -- White especially for his stomping version of "The Simple Life."
It was certainly Crow's night -- the fawning of those on stage alongside her made that much clear -- but the men, and women, certainly made the evening a memorable Jam.


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To many, the condition known as Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) may feel like a relic from the HIV epidemic's bygone days. But in many parts of the world, KS remains as clear and present a health danger today as it was in the U.S. in the 1980s and 1990s, when American society considered it one of the primary markers of AIDS. Additionally, though the historical impact of KS on people living with HIV is tremendous, there remains a great deal we don't know about the disease.
However, a flurry of newly presented and published research seeks to peel away the remaining curtains that block a more complete understanding of KS epidemiology and treatment. At this year's CROI, an annual HIV research conference that recently took place in Boston, a full discussion session was devoted to the topic. Our correspondent Terri Wilder spoke with one of the session presenters, Jeffrey Martin, M.D., M.P.H., a professor in the division of clinical epidemiology at the University of California-San Francisco, about his research and other recent developments in the field.
I'm curious as to why you think CROI decided that this was an important topic, when some clinicians just don't see it that often. Folks saw it in the '80s, of course, and '90s, but many aren't seeing as much anymore.
Indeed: In the U.S., KS incidence has dropped precipitously, and that's because virtually all people with HIV are getting treated. In sub-Saharan Africa, though, it's a completely different story.
Most of the presentations today were about sub-Saharan Africa where, most people are surprised to hear, KS actually is, according to 2012 statistics, the second most-common cancer in the entire general population. It's not just an oddity confined to HIV-infected patients; it's ... second only to cervical cancer in its frequency in the general population. So I think that's why the organizers want to bring some focus to it.
In particular, not only is it common, but it's also orphaned, in terms of who is taking responsibility for it from a research and clinical perspective. It's falling in between the cancer doctors and the HIV doctors. That's led to it not getting the clinical respect it needs. For example, in Africa, we're using the chemotherapy that we used in the 1970s in the U.S. and Europe.
I think the organizers, and particularly myself, want to actually bring some hard data to the situation to bring KS to the attention of policymakers, governments and ministries of health, to get standards of practice for KS up to where they are in the U.S., such that someday we can say KS is gone in Africa. But we're a long way away from there.
Tell me a little bit about your study that you talked about today.
This study [download poster PDF] was one where we used two common forms of antiretroviral therapy -- one containing protease inhibitors and one not -- to see if one ... was better in treating people with KS.
We've known for some time that a lot of people who get ART [antiretroviral therapy] alone for KS will have their lesions melt away. In fact, that was one of the big triumphs when ART first came out. But we've never really known if there was a specific kind of antiretroviral regimen that had a better effect than others. There are so many ART drugs: Does one regimen have any particular strong effects against KS?
A lot of people, for several years now, have felt that protease inhibitors did have special unique properties against KS. So we formally tested this in our randomized trial.
In short, we did not show that protease inhibitors had a benefit on overall survival in people with KS; the protease inhibitor did not do better than a non-protease inhibitor-based regimen.
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I am in a good mood, baseball wise. The Astros took a series against a decent Royals teams (seriously, it was the first series win against a team anywhere near .500. More on that later). Reid Ryan is the president. The snow cone guy got fired, relatively quickly. All around a good week.
Because of that, this week in Astros stats will definitely have a rose tinted view of things.
- The Astros are really really bad. Historically so, in fact. (that didn't last long). They, of course, are 14-33, on pace for only 48 wins. They have been outscored by 89 runs. If there is one reason for optimism, however, its in how they have played against bad to mediocre teams. They are an abysmal 5-27 against teams over .500 on the season. Against these good teams, they have simply been outclassed, being outscored by 102 runs. However, against their fellow dregs, they are 9-6, and have outscored those opponents by 13 runs. Unfortunately, the 32 games against teams greater than .500 are the second most in the league, behind only Toronto. Miami, in contrast, has built their league worst record with equally poor play against good and bad teams. They are 3-16 against teams at .500 or better and 10-18 against those below. Based on Baseball Reference's strength of schedule rankings, the Astros are tied for the 2nd toughest schedule in baseball, and Miami is tied for the second easiest. The schedule gets slightly easier from here, so hopefully they can continue their good play against the poor teams, and avoid ignominy.
- I don't know about you, but I still get a sense of dread when In Vino Veras comes in to close out a ballgame. But maybe I shouldn't. Since his implosion in Anaheim in his first save chance on April 13, he has appeared in 14 games, allowing runs in only one of them, for a stellar 1.26 ERA. Looking under the hood provides any more reason for optimism. He is currently sporting a 3.32 BB/9, which would be the lowest in his career by nearly a point. His first strike percentage is at 60.8%, which is far and away higher than its ever been, and is 8 percentage points higher than his career average. His overall rate of pitches in the zone is also at or near his all-time high. If he can maintain this improved command, he could actually be a very effective closer. Now, about that 8th inning....
- Robbie Grossman is having a very strange season. He was called up on April 24, and went 2-5 with two doubles (matching his extra base hit total at OK City for the season). He then went 0-17 with one walk over the next 4 games at Boston. Since that series, he has gotten on base at a .378 clip. But he has shown almost no power, tacking on only 3 more doubles, bringing his slugging over that time to a paltry .284. On the season his OBP/SLG is .327/.260. If he maintains this pace all season, he would wind up with an on base percentage over .350 and a slugging percentage under .300, which would be only the 23rd such season in baseball history, and the 3rd since World War II. However, I think Grossman has much more power than that, and will start to show it soon. I don't think he will make that kind of history.
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Sir, I'm going to need you to step away from your keyboard. Too bad we can't just delete the part about Veras. Who are you going to jinx next?
- May 25, 2013 at 4:07 AM
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Agreed. This one is on you bro.
And I mean in that brah sense, not the "you're my brother sense".
- May 25, 2013 at 8:09 AM
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How I Stayed in Shape During My Pregnancy
I've mentioned my pregnancies briefly throughout my blogs, but I really wanted to go into detail about my fitness journey and how I only gained 25 lbs. throughout those nine months. I bet most of you are thinking, "it must be genetics" or "her body just does well with pregnancy." Well I can tell you it's certainly none of the above. When I was pregnant with my son in 2012, I gained 50 lbs. by the end of my third trimester. That is twice the amount of the weight I gained with my daughter. So, what's my secret? What did I do differently? The truth is, I worked HARD to stay healthy and fit this time around. Pregnancy doesn't have to be all about "eating for two" or being "afraid" to stay active. If you are pregnant or plan to have kids is in the future, here are some tips to help you and your little one maintain a healthy lifestyle!
Set a Goal
Yes, you should have a fitness goal when you are pregnant. Set a specific goal just for those nine months. "I want to gain 30 lbs. during and lose 40 lbs. after," is NOT a good goal. When I set my goal, it wasn't necessarily the number that I wanted to maintain. I wanted to eat healthy throughout MOST of the nine months while maintaining a steady workout routine. If you've been through a pregnancy, you can agree with me when I say both can be extremely difficult to do!
Don't Lose Motivation
There will be days that you give into any and all cravings, and there will also be days that you don't even want to get out of bed let alone think about stepping into the gym. Pregnant or not, we all have those days. The important part is that you don't let it ruin the bigger picture. Just because you ate that double cheeseburger last night doesn't mean your goal is now unattainable. Wake up the next day with a positive mindset and motivated to eat right and stay active!
Create a Workout Plan
Nowadays there are MANY different exercise classes and workout routines that can be performed throughout your entire pregnancy. I suggest trying different things to find out what is most comfortable for you and your body. Create your workout routine and plan for a number of days per week to go. My "go to" workout was 9Round, a 30 minute kickboxing fitness routine. 9Round was everything I needed for the entire nine months, and I worked out 3-5 days a week (my goal was three workouts a week, depending on how my body felt) up until one week prior to my due date. There were a few exercises that I wasn't able to perform, but the trainers were able to modify them for me. One of the benefits of working out at 9Round was the MyZONE heart rate monitor. I was able to keep an eye on my heart rate throughout my entire workout. When I noticed it was getting too high, I would bring down my intensity level or stop for a few seconds. You really have to listen to your body during physical activity, especially when pregnant. If you are feeling tired, don't be afraid to stop. Most importantly, make sure you stay hydrated!
Focus on Upper and Lower Body Strength
A good friend of mine always reminded me to work on maintaining the strength in my upper and lower body. I am so glad I listened to her! Every time I worked out, I added push-ups and walking lunges (with weights) to my routine. Building and maintaining a strong lower body will help support your body while performing daily activities (walking up the stairs, chasing around your other young ones, walking at work, etc.) as you and your little one grows. Doing the same for your upper body can significantly improve your posture and alignment. Believe it or not, my push-ups (form and quantity) got BETTER throughout my pregnancy.
Make Healthy Eating Choices
Did I eat healthy foods every day for nine months? Absolutely not. I had the same cravings as every pregnant woman would have (sweets, french fries, pizza, etc.)! This time around, I didn't give into every single craving. The longer I stayed physically active, the better my body would feel. The better my body felt, the healthier I wanted to eat. That feeling wasn't just during my pregnancy either. Think about it. When you feel great about your body, you want to fuel your body with foods that will continue that feeling! If you don't know where to start - don't worry! 9Round memberships come with an AWESOME Nutrition Guide that will not only provide you with education on proper foods, but the online portal will create meal plans designed specifically for you.
Don't let pregnancy be an excuse to put aside your fitness goals. It's not as hard as women may think to continue a healthy lifestyle while creating a miracle! You don't have to have a certain body type or fitness level. You just need to create a plan and always carry a positive mindset! Just remember to talk with your doctor before starting any type of fitness routine.


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Congratulations on obtaining a one-year extension of the production tax credit (PTC). Full credit goes to Denise Bode, Rob Gramlich and the entire American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) staff for cementing the tax credit's 'begin construction' language into the PTC version included in the Senate bill passed last August. As Gramlich correctly predicted, attaching the PTC to a larger legislative vehicle helped to ensure its passage.
However, with the PTC's one-year extension secured comes an equally critical task: choosing Bode's successor. (Bode announced her resignation last December.) The next leader of the wind industry's top trade association will immediately face a range of issues that will affect the direction of the industry for the next 20 years.
Depending on timing, the next CEO's first task will likely be to push the Internal Revenue Service to decipher what it means for a wind project to begin construction in order to qualify for the PTC or the ITC. Then, he or she will need to help Congress determine the duration of the PTC phase-out, fight for the passage of the MLP Parity Act – a bill designed to make master limited partnerships applicable to renewables – and ensure that wind energy is well represented in a comprehensive national energy plan.
Faced with this daunting laundry list of tasks, the next leader of AWEA should be a decisive and pragmatic visionary who can get members of Congress and the administration to coalesce around a long-term plan for the wind industry that benefits all AWEA members, not solely its deep-pocketed members.
The candidate will need to re-energize AWEA's base of members, some of whom claim that the association has grown too large and self-obsessed.
Lastly, some members have suggested that the organization has often turned a blind eye to matters outside the Beltway. While the association's group of regional partners do the yeoman's work of providing local advocacy in wind states, AWEA needs to devote more resources on the ground in key battleground states.
AWEA is correct to suggest that the industry is better served by moving away from its reliance on the PTC – which makes the hiring of its next leader that much more important.
At such a critical point in the industry's maturation, the AWEA board of directors needs to put its collective heads together and make an inspired choice.
Time is of the essence. Simply put, the wind industry cannot afford to get this one wrong. The industry's future depends on it.
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Most of us at some point in our lives have tried something to lose weight. So we can relate to Monica Fair.
"I've always had this 12 to 15 pounds that I couldn't get rid of," said Fair, 47, who has experimented with trendy exercise programs and fad diets to no avail.
"I never could lose the weight," said Fair. "As a matter of fact, I would gain muscle which would push the fat out and make me look bigger."
It turns out the answer may be on the inside.
"We're looking at genes that are responsible for your body composition," said Kurt Johnsen, co-founder of a Dallas-based company called Simplified Genetics.
He's a Kung Fu master, founder of American Power Yoga, and overall a pretty fit guy with a passion for helping others get healthy, too.
"I'm not a doctor, I'm not a scientist," said Johnsen, who sat down with WFAA at Plum Yoga, along Dallas' popular stretch of Lower Greenville. "I want to make sure what we do makes a difference."
Since 2012, Johnsen says his company has tested the DNA of 11,000 people, analyzing genes to match you with the best type of workout, diet, and vitamins for your body.
"This is the most revolutionary thing I have seen in over 35 years," said Leisa Hart, the blonde bombshell behind Buns of Steel. Now she's 49, a mom, and still a beautiful fitness trainer.
"This is my job! I'm in good shape," said Hart, admitting that there is a side of her that the public didn't see.
"Working out that often and that intensely -- my face would be red, my head pounding. I would have to take a nap many times throughout the week," she recalled. "That was my body screaming at me saying -- please just slow down! You're not supposed to work out that hard that often."
Then Hart got genetic testing, which is really just a simple cheek swab. The swab is sent to a lab in Louisiana where your DNA is extracted and prepared for analysis. Results are put through algorithms that generate specific recommendations for you.
"I found out that when I was working out intensely, I was working out at much too high of a heart rate and I was working out for too long of a duration," said Hart.
Based on her results, she actually needed to do less.
To the eye, 53-year-old Rosanne Lewis is similar to Hart. But her genetic makeup is completely different.
"I stopped eating all this bread… because I thought it wasn't very good for me. I started having nuts instead or I would eat cheese -- things I thought were healthier-- and I gained four pounds."
Lewis' results showed she can get away with mostly low intensity exercise. But this type of DNA analysis goes deeper: identifying your idea diet. The bread-lover, Lewis, is more sensitive to fats than carbohydrates, meaning she can eat her bread and do yoga in peace.
"I know now for the rest of my life what I'm supposed to do," said Lewis.
With people putting a lot of stock -- and money -- into these tests, we wanted to get a doctor's take on them.
"This is the start, at the very least, of something very interesting," said Dr. Leslie Cler, chief medical officer of Methodist Dallas Medical Center.
Dr. Cler told WFAA that this type of genetics testing has been on the market -- offered directly to consumers -- for a decade, but still is "in its infancy."
Further, according to Cler, while different companies may get you the same results, their recommendations are open to interpretation.
"I don't think these tests are recommending anything dangerous to the patients -- not at all," said Cler. "But as a doctor, if you came to see me and you said, 'I heard about this test, if I get it do you think that I'd be likely to lose weight?' The answer is -- I don't know."
Fair enough. But losing weight isn't always the goal. Remember Hart -- who scaled back on her workouts since getting her results?
"I feel so much better," said Hart. "I feel like I could actually do more but I don't have to."
Then there's Fair, who went from a size 10 to a size 6 after putting her results to use. She added fish to her vegetarian diet, and now incorporates a blend of low-and-high intensity workouts.
"It was life-changing to be able to actually get to my goal," Fair said.
But what works for Fair won't work for everyone. Makes perfect sense – if it boils down to DNA.
On Tuesday morning Sonia Azad, Ron Corning, and Alexa Conomos got their tests back -- see their results below!
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USDA's projected average U.S. corn yield of 152.8 bushes per acre could fall by a couple of bushels before all is said and done, according to Al Kluis, Northland Commodities, LLC, speaking at a Minneapolis Grain Exchange press briefing on USDA's Aug. 10 supply and demand estimates.
The higher estimated yield was due to record stalk counts and pushed estimated U.S. corn production to 13.1 billion bushels.
"One thing to keep in mind is the report is based on conditions as of Aug. 1. If the information were gathered today, we would not see the same potential for corn. My projection is for average yields of 149 bushels to 150 bushels."
Kluis' projection would drop projected production back to 12.7 billion to 12.8 billion bushels, essentially unchanged from last month.
Projected corn usage is better than expected as USDA increased exports and ethanol use. A lower dollar value is part of the reason for the higher exports, according to Kluis. "We're probably the cheapest source of wheat and corn in the world. So people will be turning to the United States."
Corn ending stocks are expected to increase from 1.13 billion bushels for 2006-07 to 1.5 billion bushels for 2007-08.
Despite the huge corn crop, "we're going to consume it and that certainly is positive," Kluis said. "So is the fact that global stocks of corn, soybeans and wheat are down from last month, which shows that longer term, we'll see a lot of competition for acreage and higher prices. But we haven't seen any price rationing kick in."
A short-term negative could be the stunning 375-point drop in the Dow on Aug. 9, according to Kluis. "A couple of hedge funds are probably in red ink today (Aug. 10). They are carrying a lot of long ag futures positions and there is a lot of false selling pressure. Long-term prices will bounce back."
USDA also projected a U.S. soybean yield for this season of 41.5 bushels per acre, which would produce a crop of 2.63 billion bushels. Ending stocks dropped to 575 million bushels for 2006-07 and is forecast to drop again to 220 million bushels in 2007-08.
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RezMarCon needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 182 designs submitted by 39 freelance designers.
Karma Cradle
We are a start up clothing company with apparel primarily for yogis (yoga practitioners), but the apparel/logo should have broader appeal to the mainstream: young, vibrant, healthy, fit, spiritual (Buddhist/Hindu/Kirtan/New Age), beautiful, peaceful, harmony, love, compassion.
Company: Karma Cradle
Tagline: Seams of Enlightenment
We will need a stand alone icon that will go on the clothing, and text that can be used alongside the icon when needed. We are open to the design of the icon but stay away from things that are too religious (Om, sanskit characters) or too common (lotus flower). The icon should be fairly simple because it may be printed or embroidered as a small (1 inch) stamp on every shirt (shoulder area, on sleeve, on upper back).
Karma is a Buddhist concept that each action (good or bad) in this life will result in an action in the next life, reincarnation.
Cradle is shelter for a baby.
So Karma Cradle is a shelter for incarnate karma.
The tagline is a play on words. "Seeds of enlightenment" is a common phrase used in Buddhism to describe bits of wisdom that eventually lead to enlightenment. "Seams" refers to the seams on clothing.
I've attached some shirt designs from other companies that are similar to our vision, and buddhist/sanskrit symbols. I tend to like circular designs. The dharma wheel, infinity, swirl, circle are symbols of reincarnation.
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What if you could subsidize or even completely pay for your summer vacation through normal, everyday spending that you do anyway? Thanks to credit card rewards, that's exactly what you
What if you could subsidize or even completely pay for your summer vacation through normal, everyday spending that you do anyway? Thanks to credit card rewards, that's exactly what you can do.
According to NerdWallet's 2018 Travel Credit Card Study, the average American can earn $901 in rewards during the first year of using a travel credit card, thanks to sign-up bonuses and ongoing rewards, and $277 a year in the second year and beyond. That's based on the rewards of nine popular travel credit cards and after subtracting the cost of any annual fees.
The right travel or rewards credit card for you depends on your spending habits, credit history and the kind of rewards you're looking for. And a successful rewards strategy requires a little planning.Be mindful of fees, interest, timing
NerdWallet found that, on average, families are planning to charge $1,019 to their credit cards to cover summer travel costs. A credit card that earns rewards can defray some of those expenses, or help fund a future trip.
Still, it's important to balance those rewards against any annual fees your cards might charge. Some rewards cards waive their annual fees for the first year; some charge no annual fee at all.
Avoiding interest charges is also key. Rewards credit cards may come with generous points-earning rates, but they also tend to come with high annual percentage rates. If you don't pay off your balance each month, you risk paying much more in interest than you could possibly earn in rewards.
(If you're carrying a credit card balance that you're working to pay off, you may be better off looking for a balance transfer card; the ones with the longest introductory 0% APR periods are typically found on cards with low or no rewards.)
Then there's the matter of timing. If you're seeking a new rewards card, consider applying at least five months before you leave on your next trip. That's enough time to build up rewards points or cash back through everyday spending, as well as to earn and be credited for any available sign-up bonus.
Bear in mind, it often takes a billing cycle or two to receive the reward after you've met the requirements for it. If you don't have five months to spare before your next trip, you can always take the card with you to earn rewards while you're traveling and use them on a subsequent trip. If you're traveling overseas, pack a card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees.Perks and side benefits
It's not solely about rewards.
Many travel cards also come with additional built-in benefits that can be handy when you're traveling on a budget, including travel insurance, rental car insurance, free checked bags and ridesharing credits.
The free-checked-bag benefit that comes with many airline cards could make up for any annual fee on its own. Consider the United�� Explorer Card, for example, which has an annual fee of �$0 for the first year, then $95. The card allows you to check your first bag for free, which typically costs $25 each way. Fly two round trips with a checked bag each time, and you've already saved more than you pay in the annual fee.
Read the fine print when you're applying for a card so you use it to its full advantage. To get the rental car coverage, for example, you have to pay with the eligible card, and you may have to decline the coverage offered by the rental company.Don't forget the freebies
Some credit cards offer additional benefits to augment summer travel plans, and some even apply if you're planning a staycation.
If you have a debit or credit card with Bank of America �, you can access free admission on the first weekend of every month to over 200 museums around the country through the bank's 'Museum on Us' program. In New York, for example, participating museums include the American Museum of Natural History and the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, where adult tickets normally start at $23 and $33, respectively.
Some cards also offer exclusive access to lounges and events: The Chase Sapphire Lounge near the southern tip of Manhattan is available to Chase Sapphire cardholders; it's open all summer long from noon to 8 p.m. Eastern time, and you can also bring a guest. Once you're inside the scenic spot, food and drinks are available for purchase.
If you have The Platinum Card � from American Express and you book your trip through the Fine Hotels & Resorts program, you're eligible for a whole host of hotel benefits, including a room upgrade, breakfast for two and late checkout. Terms Apply.
The bottom line for summer travelers is to squeeze as many benefits out of your credit cards as possible; they can take your vacation up a notch without putting an additional strain on your budget. And if your card isn't working for you, find one that does before you next pack your bags.
This article was written by NerdWallet and was originally published by Forbes.
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A winner was selected from 118 designs submitted by 41 freelance designers.
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Rahul Pathak needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 32 designs submitted by 10 freelance designers.
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We are a small, three person (and one dog) fueled Startup and we are building software and services to make life better for photographers who are selling their images on sites like iStock.
We want to let photographers spend their time creating images and to let us handle the rest.
We are targeting photographers who are producing stock photography for sale either on sites like istockphoto.com or licensing them directly via their own websites.
We generally appeal to busy professional photographers who are looking to get more time in their day to shoot and create new images.
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Universal Technical Institute Inc. (UTI) was one of the Russell 2000's biggest losers for Monday January 11 as the stock slid 7.84% to $3.29, a loss of $-0.28 per share. Starting at an opening price of $3.59 a share, the stock traded between $3.27 and $3.59 over the course of the trading day. Volume was 81,163 shares over 792 trades, against an average daily volume of 166,713 shares and a total float of 24.23 million.
The losses send Universal Technical Institute Inc. down to a market cap of $79.73 million. In the last year, Universal Technical Institute Inc. has traded between $10.45 and $3.22, and its 50-day SMA is currently $4.50 and 200-day SMA is $6.33.
Universal Technical Institute Inc provides post-secondary education for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians.
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The GMC Safari is a midsize van manufactured and sold by the GMC Truck Company from 1985 to 2005. The Chevrolet Astro and the Pontiac Safari also share its platform. Pontiac retains the same name for the vehicle because the company was part of the Pontiac/GMC division. Pontiac has since been discontinued. The GMC Safari comes equipped with rear-wheel drive and sells as a cargo van as well as a passenger van. Aftermarket convertors use these cars to make small conversion vans.
The GMC Safari is often referred to as a minivan, but it measures larger than other minivans of its time and a bit smaller than full-size vans. It uses powertrains that common with light trucks from the GM marque, but it remains different from trucks in that the chassis has a unibody structure and a front sub-frame for supporting the front suspension and engine.
The GMC Safari is known as a very reliable and durable minivan with low ownership costs. The van brags of much popularity with aftermarket or "backyard" converters. The modifications are quite extensive for the GMC Safari, and the van can be modified for both street and offroad purposes. Some of the vans have their original small-block engine removed and replaced by a more powerful small-block V-8 engine. This switch is simple for the GMC Safari, since most of the factory drivetrain components suit both engines.
The truck-like design of the GMC Safari also makes it a common choice for campers and offroad enthusiasts. The van contains a capable drivetrain and offers significant cargo and passenger space. The suspension system can be lifted, making it easier to add bigger tires and increase the van's ground clearance with very few other changes to its exterior.
Apart from its popularity in the U.S., the GMC Safari also has a cult following in Japan, despite the fact that GMC only offers the Safari as a left-hand drive vehicle in the country.
2005 marks the last model year for the GMC Safari and its twin, the Chevrolet Astro. Throughout its production, the van maintained its position as America's only truck-like van, while retaining its basic design. This means that it has a single body length and a right-side sliding door. It contains the same 4.3-liter V-6 engine that powers its earlier versions and comes with an automatic transmission.
The 2005 GMC Safari offers both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive versions, and the passenger version seat up to eight people. It has anti-lock disc brakes on all four wheels as a standard feature. However, side airbags and traction control are not available in any version of the Safari. Another standard feature of the GMC Safari includes a full-height rear cargo door. However, the model also comes with Dutch doors and upper glass doors that open separately as viable options.
The GMC Safari is also available as a two-seat cargo van. It has a lot of space inside for passengers and cargo, and it can pull a maximum of 5,500 pounds with the right equipment. In some cases, the GMC Safari has been known to tow as much as 6,000 pounds. The all-wheel drive version of the car can pull as much as 5,000 pounds with proper equipment. Such high pulling and towing capabilities are rare in minivans. In fact, most other minivans produced around the time of the GMC Safari can only tow about 3,000 to 3,500 pounds.
GMC introduced the Safari in 1985 with three engine options: a 2.5-liter Tech IV straight-four engine with 98 hp, and two 4.3-liter V-6 engines that deliver 165 hp and 200 hp. The van's design shows similarities to that of the GM F-body and X-body, with common additions including a bolt-on subframe with the front suspension. The rear of the van has a leaf-spring suspension.
The GMC Safari initially offered only rear-wheel drive, but an all-wheel drive (AWD) version was introduced in 1990. It marks the first U.S.-built minivan to be fitted with all-wheel drive. The AWD feature comes as an option in the GMC Safari, largely due to the fact that it lowers the fuel economy of the van.
The model witnessed another noticeable change in 1989 when it received a new dash. The extended body option and the hydroboost braking system debuted the same year. Another feature, the Dutch doors, came three years later in 1992. This feature includes two half-barn doors at the bottom and a flip-up window at the top.
In 1995, the GMC Safari received a significant facelift, which includes an extended nose that resembles full-size vans. The short length body stopped in 1995, and GMC redesigned the dash and added a passenger airbag a year later. This marks the last significant change in the GMC Safari, which continued its run until 2005.
2005 GMC Safari
The GMC Safari is a three-door passenger van produced from 1985 to 2005.
2004 GMC Safari
The 2004 GMC Safari gives a unique take on the same old minivan.
2003 GMC Safari
The 2003 GMC Safari is a minivan that's been around since 1985–the stone age for contemporary vehicles.
2002 GMC Safari
The 2002 GMC Safari proves adept at trailer towing and heavy hauling because of its construction and rear-drive layout.
2001 GMC Safari
The 2001 GMC Safari comes with two body styles and six sub models that have 4.
2000 GMC Safari
Like its twin the Chevrolet Astro, the 2000 GMC Safari is available in three-door cargo or four-door family versions.
1999 GMC Safari
The 1999 GMC Safari is a rear and all-wheel drive, midsize van manufactured by General Motors.
1998 GMC Safari
The 1998 GMC Safari is a minivan that offers more than family hauling and cargo space.
1997 GMC Safari
The 1997 GMC Safari is a slight oddity in the minivan market.
1996 GMC Safari
The 1996 GMC Safari is a rear-drive midsize van manufactured by General Motors.
1995 GMC Safari
The 1995 GMC Safari shows a slight oddity in the minivan market.


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Music Comes from Everywhere
In Africa, musicians attach metal strips to a wooden box to make a sansa, or "thumb piano."
All over the world, people who love music use whatever they can find to make great—sounding instruments for their ceremonies, festivals, and just plain fun! Traditional West Indian steel drums are made of ordinary oil barrels with curved metal pans on the ends. To make one correctly, a master craftsman must hammer and shape the metal pan for hours, "tuning" it carefully until it can make a wonderful variety of sounds when played by a skilled musician.
A long, wooden trumpet called a didgeridoo is made with the help of termites! The native people of Australia bury a eucalyptus branch in the ground and let termites do the job of hollowing it out. The didgeridoo makes a deep, growling sound and is used along with beating sticks to accompany chants and songs. To play the pipa from China, a musician plucks its four silk strings. The pipa can be played harsh and fast or soft and slow, to remind listeners of fierce battles or beautiful landscapes.
Buddhist monks in Japan play a bamboo flute, called a shakuhachi, in a traditional manner. They wear a woven basket called a tengai on their heads to show that they will not be distracted by the noise and bustle of the world.
It's fun to make music! What's your favorite instrument?
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The Mazda3 began with the 2004 model year. Originally looking like a hatchback-type of mini sport utility vehicle (SUV), because of an attempt to add as much cargo space as possible, the next generation adopted a sleeker and more aerodynamic look. This performance-oriented hatchback appeals to buyers who want some level of driving experience without the bigger price tag and insurance costs.
Throughout the Mazda3's short history, it has been called ""peppy"" and ""zippy"" and other things that denote a certain amount of quickness and sharp handling. Since its introduction, the Mazda3 has carved out a niche in the hatchback market as a reliable and fun car with respectable practicality and not as much performance sacrifice as can be associated with the hatchback class.
It has always competed with compacts such as the Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Chevrolet Cruze, Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra, and Kia Forte by sticking to the Mazda design and performance philosophy of ""Zoom-Zoom."" That has allowed the Mazda3 to survive in a crowded economy car class by giving buyers on a budget a bit more driving fun than their dollars can acquire elsewhere.
First generation Mazda3's were made from 2004 through 2009. These examples look and handle better than the Mazda Protégé, which the Mazda3 replaced. Following the lineage of this part of the Mazda fleet, the Mazda3 improves on the Protégé, which replaced the 323 and the GLC. Sales for the Mazda3 have always been good, and the first generation did well enough to establish this vehicle as part of the Mazda line during a time when some attempted models came and went rather quickly.
The second generation started in 2010. A redesign of the exterior creates a sleeker and sportier appearance. It also withstands complaints about the front-end appearance that makes the vehicle look like it wears a smile. While such complaints might seem trite, Mazda felt compelled to address the issue and did a minor front-end redesign. Now the Mazda3 no longer smirks its way through the world. 2010 also saw minor changes in the two engine choices.
Performance and basic practicality at a reasonable price are hallmarks of the Mazda3 that spur such good sales. Over time, this car has become more efficient (i.e. more practical) and has seen an increase in performance. This Mazda enjoys a reputation as a great buy and thus stands out in a crowded vehicle class. Most automakers want a participant in the entry-level class, as car buyer's start to develop brand loyalty early in their lives, i.e. when they still buy within the entry-level market. The Mazda3 has gained a lot of fans for Mazda.
The Mazda3 continues to perform well on the road and the sales charts because of its fun to drive, reliable, and useful vehicle perception. For newer drivers excited about being on the road and taking the curves with performance, the Mazda3 offers an affordable car, and it serves the overriding practical needs.
The 2012 Mazda3 comes in two basic models: a sedan and a four-door hatchback. The sedan offers five trim levels. The three ""i"" trims include the i SV, i Sport, and i Touring. Then two upscale ""s"" trims carry the names s Sport and s Grand Touring. The hatchback only features the s trims.
All Mazda3 cars have an impressive list of safety and convenience features; even base models offer stability control. By the time a buyer moves up to the s Grand touring package, this entry-level car starts to resemble a rather respectable luxury sport sedan.
The ""i"" models use a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that produces 148 horsepower and 135 lb-ft of torque. A five-speed manual transmission comes standard. However, a five-speed automatic is optional on the i Sport and i Touring. The more performance-oriented ""s"" models opt for a 2.5-liter, inline-four engine that produces 167 hp and 168 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual comes standard with a five-speed automatic being optional.
The interior offers a surprising amount of features and options while using materials that cause it to look more expensive than it is.
Since the second generation Mazda3 released in 2010, no notable changes have been made. The first generation models produced from 2004 to 2009 use the same underlying basic construction as the second generation. These models have a different style appearance and only offer three trim levels. But the driving dynamics remain the same, making the only differences between the two generations a matter of looks, options and interior features, and some variation in the quality of materials employed.
2017 Mazda MAZDA3
Compact, Hatchback, Sedan
2016 Mazda MAZDA3
2015 Mazda MAZDA3
2014 Mazda MAZDA3
2013 Mazda MAZDA3
The 2013 Mazda MAZDA3 is available as a sedan or hatchback, and has a sleek-looking body with some bold, defining lines on either side.
2012 Mazda MAZDA3
For 2012, The Mazda3 adds a vastly more efficient engine, available in the sedan and hatchback. The 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine will be paired with a new six-speed manual transmission and six-speed automatic transmission, helping it get as much as 40 mpg.
2011 Mazda MAZDA3
The 2011 Mazda MAZDA3 is perhaps best known for its original design.
2010 Mazda MAZDA3
For 2010 almost everything is new or revised on the Mazda3. Major changes include five new exterior colors and restyled 16- and 17-inch wheels. Mazda3 "S" models receive body colored mirrors, a lip spoiler, and dual exhaust. Mazda3 "GT" trims add adaptive bi-xenon headlamps. Higher trims also get Bluetooth, auto locks, dual climate control, and a multi-information display.
2009 Mazda MAZDA3
Typically, Mazda is keen on producing vehicles that deliver on both quality and economy, and the 2009 Mazda MAZDA3 does not disappoint in either of the two areas.
2008 Mazda MAZDA3
The 2008 Mazda Mazda3 is a continuation of a critic and buyer favorite.
2007 Mazda MAZDA3
The 2007 Mazda MAZDA3 is a sporty, compact, economy car that sells in a sedan or four-door hatchback body style.
2006 Mazda MAZDA3
2005 Mazda MAZDA3
The 2005 Mazda MAZDA3 is a well-rounded vehicle.
2004 Mazda MAZDA3
The 2004 Mazda MAZDA3 is an economy car that drives like a more expensive sports car, offers some utility and distinctive styling, and appears to be something other than the entry-level car that it is.


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Random idea:
Aries: Uh... I forfeit my nomination.
Motome: to whom?
Aries: uh... *looks at snobby Cecilia* *looks at the class* The girl in the front window corner.
Motome: Shinonono?
Cecilia: What? Why? I demand to know this instant!
Aries: Well... um... she seems mature enough for the job.
Cecilia: I cannot accept that. Where is your proof of her maturity?
Aries: She... err... *sees Houki glaring at him* She's the only person whose kept calm through the whole class. Um... She looks pretty strong too. And she has the biggest chest in the whole class...*clamps mouth. 'WHAT DID I JUST SAY!?!?!?!'*
Cecilia: *death aura* Is that so?
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I am no one
Join Date: Apr 2010
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Cecilia: "First male I.S. pilot huh? Look like I shouldn't expect much-"
*Ichika taking down Laura in 10 second flat*
Spoiler for Detail:
Cecilia: "... how anti-climatic"
Then Tatenashi proceed to mop the floor with him... only for Fem!Ichika defeat her because by that point Tatenahsi only have 50% energy.
@ Eras
One more draft, I'll be out until tomorrow.
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There sure are a lot of tropes pages for fanfics in the Infinite Stratos section. Is it to compensate for the lack of a fanfic recs page?
Heck, I know Rain made his and this seems to be the case for Prototype Spartan as well.
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Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Delusion world
I wanted to type something out but I am too addicted to games right now.
When I am not playing game, I am doing some world building stuff....
No, serious, I am currently typing out some concept for fantasy world.
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Titans Test Team Pilot
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: The Elysium
Go for it, save it, then use it for a story! Or well, that's what I'd do that is.
Speaking of which, this crossover idea popped into my mind after I marathon'd the first Index:
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Titans Test Team Pilot
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: The Elysium
Thing is, it's meant to be a literal crossover in the sense that Ichika and Houki were teleported into the Index realm. Without a single clue as to why they're in a different Japan where the IS is non-existant, including the Academy.
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And here's another one...
Infinite Stratos Operation BLAZE
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That one guy
Join Date: Nov 2011
Probably a crossover I never thought would ever work but for some reason it just does.
Tabane's secret to the IS development is actually not her intelligence(partially). What let her have that breakthrough is actually Juno, which she found in Australia. She develops the IS using data from Juno, and that's only from what she could understand
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I am no one
Join Date: Apr 2010
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Lolwut, I'm downloading something so sorry, can't watch video yet.
Anyway, Slider!Ichika's plot is taken straight of Asch/Luke (Tales of the Abyss), apparently Tabane already made a backup clone that will be activated the moment Ichika's brain signal disappear (the clone will possess Ichika's memory up to that point). Ichika is of course, not amused, but decided not to tell anyone truth because he's grown attached to his female counterpart and her world.
Cue wham reveal
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So obviously, there's an inherent lack of trust with the Wiki concept... since anyone can edit a wiki at any time, the information available can't be trusted to be from anyone or contain correct information about anything
Then why does openSUSE use wiki software on their download page? Does anyone else see the obvious issue?
So I'm thinking to myself... okay, maybe there's a PGP signature to verify the .iso's... and no, there isn't. There's MD5, but hey! That's wiki'd too!
All it takes is an 8 dollar typojack and a malicious ISO to ruin someone's day.


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I'm from the Denver Area Council in Colorado and I've been involved in Scouting for ten years. I started as a Tiger Cub, earned my Arrow of Light award, am an active member in the Order of the Arrow, have been to Philmont and the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. I was awarded my Eagle Scout Rank on March 26, 2011.