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What is a Shower Timer?
A shower timer is exactly what it sounds like: it is a device which can be used to time showers. Shower timers are used to keep track of and sometimes to restrict water usage. They come in a variety of formats and styles intended for various situations, from hotels to private homes. Some hardware stores carry shower timers, and they can also be purchased through companies which carry products designed to encourage or facilitate energy and resource conservation.
At its most basic, a shower timer simply indicates how long someone has been in the shower. People can either hit a button to start the timer, or the timer can automatically start when the water is turned on. Depending on where it is installed, the shower timer's display may be in the shower itself, encouraging people to shower quickly, or it may be on the outside of the shower, allowing someone to check on his or her water usage after the shower is complete.
In addition to being used as a passive monitor, a shower timer can also have a more active role. It can be set to turn the shower off after a set period of time, encouraging people to shower within the allotted time. Depending on the design, the shower timer may require a waiting period or a complex series of steps before it can be turned back on again after it has turned the shower off. Many shower timers which automatically turn the shower off will beep or flash when the time is almost up, alerting people to the need to be quick.
In homes where a lot of people share one shower, a shower timer can be a useful reminder to hurry and to conserve hot water, ensuring that everyone who wants to take a shower in the morning can do so. Shower timers can also be used to encourage people to be more mindful about water usage, resulting in an overall reduction of water use for a household.
For people who take combat showers or baths, shower timers can be problematic, unless they are linked to the flow of the water, rather than the amount of time spent in the bathroom. Someone who turns the water on and off several times during their shower might stay in the bathroom longer than others, but use less water in the end, and someone who takes a bath could potentially linger for hours.
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We stayed in a guest house in the UK, and we were "shocked" by a device called Acqua Tempus, a shower timer that restricts the maximum shower time, and saves a lot of energy and water.
At first we didn't like it, but we immediately found out how sensible this device is to prevent wasting gas and water.
I have spent some days in Perth (AU) in a guest house, they had a shower timer to prevent tourists from wasting water and gas; it was something called Acqua Tempus, and I realized how much water and energy we were saving thanks to this device.
Hope this helps.
If anyone is looking for the shower timer as a way to conserve water, I have another way to conserve water if they have a shower with a tub.
One year while I was living in North Carolina there was this massive drought. People on well systems were literally running out of water. So there were countywide initiatives on conserving water.
The conservation tool I came away with was to have a bucket in your shower tub and while you are running your tub water waiting for it to get warm, have the water go into the bucket.
Then you can use the water bucket for whatever you need - watering your garden or what I heard a lot of people using it for was filling up their washer.
Going through that experience made me more conscious about water usage, something I had never been really too conscious about before then.
I am not a morning person so I am looking to get as much time as I can in bed, I'm thinking the more sleep I get the better I feel when I wake up (one can hope, right?)
I am thinking that a waterproof shower timer will do just that if I take shorter showers then that will give me close to ten minutes extra time in bed. However, I wonder if that will be counterproductive to my attitude as I may not be that happy about being rushed...
But then you add in the added benefits of reducing my water bill every month. I might just smile while taking my short shower thinking about what I might buy with the extra cash.
I don't think I would buy a shower time that shut off my water. That just seems too abrupt for me!
I really need to invest in a shower timer, as sometimes I can take up to an hour! This is a lot of time and a lot of wasted water! I don't think the shower timers that just say how long you are in the shower would work for me, because I tried a waterproof watch for that, and it did not affect my timing at all.
I would need to invest in one of those shower timers that shut off after a specific time, that seems like the only way I will save time and water. I would not set my timer for less than fifteen minutes though, anything less than that and I feel too rushed and stressed out! I think it is nice that some of these shower timers have a warning light or sound so you know to get yourself into gear quickly!
@JessicaLynn - You're lucky you live somewhere where you don't have to pay for the water. Unfortunately, if you live in a house, the water bill can get pretty pricey.
My parents actually installed a shower timer in their shower awhile back. They have one that just says how long you've been in-it doesn't turn the water off or anything. My mom told me she's been taking shorter showers than before. Even though she didn't think she was taking very long showers, she used to spend about 25 minutes in there before they got the timer!
I'm amazed at how many people have posted about living in apartments but having to pay the water bill. I've never lived in an apartment where the water wasn't included in the rent.
This is very, very lucky for me. I love to take a nice hot shower in the morning. I find it very relaxing. I don't think I take excessively long showers though. But if I had a shower timer that turned the water off after a specified amount of time, I think I would be really stressed out in the morning.
I know showers are primarily for cleaning yourself, but I find them a calming part of my morning routine. I would hate to ruin it!
Every summer we go to a rustic youth camp in the mountains. While we are fortunate enough to have hot showers, the water supply for the week is limited.
There is only so much water for the whole week, and once we run out they don't bring in anymore water.
Every year we are reminded to take military showers. It is not in the budget to have shower clock timers installed, but this would probably make a difference for some people. A timer would be the only way to regulate this and make sure everyone took a short shower.
Many years they completely shut off the water for several hours a day, but we have never run out of water yet. They must figure if we really want to make sure we have enough water for the week, we will be sure and take quick showers.
At one point our family of five lived in a house with one bathroom. Needless to say, this took some planning ahead to make sure everyone got a shower - especially a hot one.
There was no way you could even think about running the dishwasher or washing machine when people needed to shower in the morning.
There were so many times when I thought installing a shower timer for the kids. The girls had a hard time realizing how important it was to take a short shower.
If I didn't continually remind them, they could stay in the shower until all the hot water was gone. This has been many years ago, and both of those girls are on their own now, but they still like to take long, hot showers!
@jennythelib - Well, I guess the problem solved itself eventually. I would have given her a piece of my mind!
I lived with three other guys right after college and we were all just dead broke. We couldn't have afforded to subsidize someone's shower habit. We thought about getting a shower timer cut off, but we couldn't really afford one!
Instead, we just agreed to all take "combats showers," which the article mentions. You turn on the water to get wet, soap yourself, then turn it back on to get rinsed. It's chilly in the winter, but it really saves on water! Sometimes I'll still start taking combat showers for a week or two if I'm feeling particularly broke, but I haven't been able to talk my (enormously pregnant) wife into giving it a try! (Go figure.)
I lived in a group house once and we always joked that we needed a timer for our shower. We had this one roommate who would keep the water running for probably half an hour, then spend another forty-five minutes drying her hair and putting on her face (as my mother used to say). And we only had two bathrooms for six people!
In the end, of course, we just gritted our teeth and said nothing and eventually the problem solved itself. She got engaged and moved in with her intended. What he thought of the marathon bathroom sessions is between them! The replacement roommie had a shaved head. The difference in the water and electric bills wasn't huge, but it was definitely enough to notice.


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"But we have also had to deny many opportunities that came our way. One must analyse whether it is the right time to get into the area of opportunity that is presented to the organisation and whether it is ready for it."
What is the right time to establish a new business unit? In your case, matrimony was well set, and you decided to expand into jobs and property classifieds among others. So, when is the right time to think about scaling up?
There is no right time to start a new business unit. You get into it whenever you feel it is the right time. However, it takes commitment and a lot of hard work before the opportunity is identified. And most often, one needs to keep experimenting and put in their best efforts before they succeed.
I got into business because I wanted to do something on my own and make a difference. It took me nearly two and a half years to identify the opportunity – that was in matrimony. BharatMatrimony was our first commercially successful venture. In 2006, when Indian corporate companies started attracting attention from investors, I decided to look at other opportunities. I did not have the maturity then to realise that growth can happen in core business also and need not be in different domains. Job portals were a highly attractive domain then. The success we had in the matrimony business gave us a strong boost of confidence and we wanted to repeat this in jobs as well, though b2b (business to business) was new to us. Our strength was in technology and innovation. When we entered the jobs market in 2006, the matrimony business was well established and it clocked annual revenue of approximately US $ 4 – 5 million. When we launched the jobs portal, our costs were limited to just portal development and a small team. We already had a large user base through BharatMatrimony and it was only a matter of getting users to sign up into the job portal. Once we got our first round of funding in August 2006, the majority of the money went into scaling up the jobs division. We launched the property portal around the same period.
We also came up with some of our most successful ventures like PrivilegeMatrimony and EliteMatrimony, just when the economy was coming out of a rough patch in 2008. In fact, PrivilegeMatrimony and EliteMatrimony helped us ride the storm successfully and dominate the matrimony market. The varied profiles of people on the Internet, even amongst our registered users, made me realise that there was a market for these ventures.
If you look at history, some of the greatest companies like Procter & Gamble, Disney, General Electric and McDonald's were started during a recession or depression. Clever entrepreneurs spot opportunities in tough times as well as good times. They seize opportunities — that is what makes them entrepreneurs. Getting into properties was the logical thing to do after matrimony. I am proud of the fact that we help people make the two most critical decisions of their lives: marriage and homes. Why homes? After marriage, every happy couple likes to move into their own home.
Lesson: There is no right time to start a new business unit. It takes commitment and multiple experiments before identifying something that will work.
Once you decided to expand, how did you shortlist the various opportunities? At Consim, how did you identify the right opportunity?
To identify the right opportunity, one needs customer insight and a great understanding of the market. An entrepreneur should not shy away from experimenting to succeed.
At Consim, we were able to identify and exploit several opportunities in matrimony including Privilege Matrimony, Elite Matrimony, Community Matrimony, Matrimony Gifts, and International Matrimony. We also diversified beyond matrimony. Our premise was, marriage is a recession proof business, but every time we get a customer for the matrimony site, it is not a long term relationship. So, we decided to expand into other classifieds which included jobs, property and auto. Our foray into real estate was very successful and today, IndiaProperty is a leader in the online property space. But some of our other expansions were not so successful, for instance, jobs. In this case, the issue was not with the idea (it had a good business model), it was the execution. We needed money and the right resources to execute. When we got the second round of funding in 2008, one-and-a-half years after the first round of funding, there was a slowdown in the industry. And by the end of 2008, the overall ecosystem changed. The top layer in the jobs market was not growing. So, we naturally decided to pump money in to our core businesses – matrimony and property. Had we invested sufficient money into jobs, it would have done better.
Bharat Matrimony has been successful in market segmentation. We segmented our target markets to launch path breaking services. We believe each segment is unique and requires a fresh approach. For instance, Privilege Matrimony is the first personalised matchmaking service for busy professionals, who do not have the time to search for their partner and prefer to hire an expert to find suitable matches. Elite Matrimony is a premium matrimony service to help affluent and successful people, including celebrities and the upper crust of society, find their life partners. Going beyond matrimony, we launched Matrimony Gifts this year as a one-stop destination for wedding gifting needs.
But we have also had to deny many opportunities that came our way. One must analyse whether it is the right time to get into the area of opportunity that is presented to the organisation and whether it is ready for it. We had an opportunity to start complete marriage services. This business involved a lot of logistics and coordination. We decided not to venture into this area as one needs to rely on resources that are typically not dependable. As an entrepreneur, I would like to have complete control over the situation and have the confidence of delivering to the expectations of our customers, which I did not have in this venture. We did not want to risk losing the trust that our brand name has in the market. But we may get into certain aspects of this business in the future.
Lesson: You need deep customer insights and understanding of the market. Do not shy away from experimenting. Learn to say no.
Consim could have bought a small Internet company and have scaled that up? Any specific reasons why you did not do that? How should entrepreneurs approach the organic vs. acquisition-driven growth dilemma?
It depends on the company, its situation and the industry it operates in. At Consim, we are building the capability and management strengths/bandwidth to grow aggressively. So far, we have grown organically and we have found enough opportunities to grow this way. Access to new technology, rapid increase and broadening of the client base, and increase in market share are some of the advantages of the mergers and acquisition strategy. However, sometimes acquisitions of big companies can be costly and it may take a long time to integrate the acquired companies into existing operations. Two big examples of failed acquisitions in recent years are Daimler-Benz's purchase of Chrysler and Quaker Oats' purchase of Snapple. If not done right, acquisitions can prove very costly.
Finally, it all boils down to your business acumen and the company. Our strength has been in growing through innovations and innovative products. Our business has been built and sustained through innovations. However, as we progress, we may look at acquisitions in the future, but that would be in our core areas and not in the non-core businesses.
Lesson: Consim's strength has been in growing through innovations and innovative products. Instead of following someone else's path to growth, identify your strengths and thereby identify a path that works for you.
How do you get your organisation ready to establish a new business unit? How does one deal with the different variables like funding, hiring people etc. while establishing a business unit? And how does one ensure no mistakes are made?
Once we decide to get into a new business, we hire the right person to head it and the team to support him or her. What we look for in the business head is not someone with domain expertise or an Internet background, but someone who can lead a unit with the right attitude and leadership capability, and the past track record helps us judge this. We also look at their ability to learn and adapt, and how he/she can fit into the culture of the organisation. Another important aspect is his/her capability to scale up the business.
We also work on milestones to cross. Funding will be based on opportunities. We may first enter a particular market and then scale up according to the market realities. Mistakes do happen. But we try to learn from those mistakes and move ahead. We may also experiment with the product before we come up with the right one and scale up.
Lesson: While establishing a new business unit, it is important to identify the person who can lead the unit and take it closer to its goal.
Once you start a new business unit, do you feel slow growth and experimentation are important in the early phase of a new business unit? Or do you prefer a big-bang approach?
Our approach has been to introduce a product in a limited market, identify opportunities, learn and scale up rapidly. There are organisations that have the bandwidth and money to aim for a big-bang, pan-India impact. Reliance, for instance, may aim for an ambitious pan-India start. We would like to experiment on a smaller scale, learn from the experience and then go all out. For instance, we started our retail venture in 2007 and expanded it to 100 outlets across India with a combination of self-owned and franchised outlets. We did not know how to manage franchisees and things went wrong. We closed most outlets by 2009. We then decided to re-launch it in early 2010 by testing only the Tamil Nadu market with 15 to 20 outlets. Once we fine tuned our model with respect to revenues, strategy to get users, service, standardisation and profitability, we went pan-India and today have 130 outlets. And by end of next year, we hope to have 250 to 300 outlets.
Lesson : Introduce a product in a limited market, identify opportunities, learn and then scale up rapidly.
How is top-management time divided between the current/established business unit and the new business unit?
There is no fixed formula. I spend around 90 per cent of my time on matrimony, where my work is more hands-on. I spend the remaining time on the property business, where my role is more strategic in nature.
There has to be a balance between short-term goals and long-term objectives. As a CEO, I have to balance my time between the two and ensure that the company moves forward as per plans. Too much focus on short-term goals can cloud long-term plans and vice-versa. The key word is balance.
Lesson: There has to be a balance between short-term goals and long-term objectives.


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|The San Juanico Bridge
|Rural living
|"Kinilaw sa Gata"
|Sawa Snake swallowed one whole live chicken.
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|Tahong fresh from the sea
|jeepney ride bound to next destination... back to the province of Leyte!
|The San Juanico Bridge
|Rural living
|"Kinilaw sa Gata"
|Sawa Snake swallowed one whole live chicken.
|bottles of local wine awaits...
|Tahong fresh from the sea
|jeepney ride bound to next destination... back to the province of Leyte!
Whatta huge sawa!!! Scary! Where was it caught?ReplyDelete
Sa isang barangay poh sa eastern samar,,, sad to say ganyan ang treatment ng mga taga dun sa sawa,, to think na one of the endangered species n rin 2...ReplyDelete
katakot nung sawa... hahaha!!! im doing an IT for Samar im going there by October... :)ReplyDelete
bitin nga travel q dun 1 day lng hehehe,,, looking forward to explore other parts of Samar within this year"ReplyDelete
Ano kayang lasa noong sawa? Sa laki nya pwedeng gawing kinilaw, inihaw, ginataan at adobo na rin :)ReplyDelete
hehehe hindi ko kaya mag attempt na tumikim, fried lang swak na'to sa mga magbabarik:)ReplyDelete
never been to Samar but had always dreamed of visiting the place since I was a kid. now aside from the rock fornations, they have amazing caves daw out there. I love this post you captured how that fishing village well.ReplyDelete
Tnx the pinaysolobackpacker" .. Beautiful places and people makes this simple province really amazing!ReplyDelete
Jeff, i love the kinilaw sa gata and the tahong but never the huge sawa haha. I am scared of those.ReplyDelete
I'm from Samar! It's nice to see pictures from my hometown. I wish to visit Samar soon. :)ReplyDelete
Thanks for sharing this. Ganda ng pix
These photos looks pretty much familiar. I love Samar - my papa's origin!ReplyDelete
special food na sa kanila yung sawa lalo na sa mga manginginom.ReplyDelete
gusto ko din pumunta diyan para lang sa san juanico bridge. hehe!ReplyDelete
Kinilaw sa gata - oh my yumminess. Hello San Juanico Bridge!ReplyDelete
Been to Samar and Leyte once. Such a nice place but there were parts na madumi. Pero mababait nga ang tao. That big sawa scared me. Takot ako sa ahas talaga. Hahaha.ReplyDelete
Wow you captured the local island experience. The photo of the purple crab reminds me of my trip to Siargao.ReplyDelete
unforgettable sa akin mga moments pag jeepney ride haha . nakakaawa naman yung ostrich ay chicken pala nakakatakotReplyDelete
Nice shots! Ang weird, snake ba yun? Nakakamiss ang province.ReplyDelete
I have to admit..
I've eaten snakes before, when I was still in college.
These unplanned trip and unexpected bumps in the road make your travel more adventurous.. :)
Nakakakita ako ng tahong!!! Yippee!!! Sa central Luzon laging may red tide kaya Di na nakakakain ng tahong... Miss ko na yan! ;-)ReplyDelete
travels and pasyal is my love doing ! but , not eating unexpected exotic foods like .... Is that sawa ? omg !!! :)ReplyDelete
i am loving your visayas escapades jeff! your photos depict how Filipinos at the countryside spend their daily lifeReplyDelete
What a Trip!! i love tahong especially the fresh ones. I remember my dad used to make kilaw and it was uber delicious with sinangag rice. And hey, they will eat that long SAWA??? I can die now! O_OReplyDelete
Sometimes our planned trip is diverted for some reasons which we don't know. And that opportunity is usually a unique one, even considered as the most unforgettable expedition for that matter.
Whose credit is that? Of course, the One who is always guiding us in everyday we do. He doesn't want us to lead astray and be led by the Son of Perdition.
Our sojourn here is only made meaningful when we're intuned with the light of Crhist, which is our conscience. If we follow it, surely goodness and mercy will bring us the happiness we are longing for the rest of our life.
In so doing, therefore, we do as He please and according to His will.
Samar, though I've not been there, is a good place to visit and to get to know the inhabitants culture and traditions.
By the way, what I pity to the snake. It should be spared and be brought back to its place of abode. It also deserves to live. It is caught by a fisherman, for it swallowed a live chicken. Well, that is its instinct and the nature to survive.
OMG SNAKE! takot ako diyan... but i love your photos tooReplyDelete
never been to that place ... but i hope to experience a road trip via samar-leyte bridge...
thanks for sharing the nice photos...
gusto ko yung kakanin na nakabalot sa dahon ng saging ... super sarap nyan lalo na pag may moscovadoReplyDelete
I'm going to Samar this summer. I'll visit some of the places you mentioned, but will also go caving :)ReplyDelete
omg ang laki ng snake. if ako nandun takot akoReplyDelete
what fun. definitely more fun in the philippinesReplyDelete
Wow Philippines pa rin or Exposed Philippines.ReplyDelete


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Last night, Cornell men's hockey played like the better team against Harvard for 40 minutes. Then, a collapse in the third period granted Harvard four goals and denied the Red an upset. You can read a recap of the action last night here, and play-by-play coverage here.
Tonight, the Red looks to bounce back against a Dartmouth team that dropped a 2-1 game at Colgate last night. For a preview of the weekend, click here.
Follow below for live coverage.
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Great in-show events and fresh, new strategy a winning recipe for 2018
Leveraging established strengths to create fresh opportunities –that's the formula for SurfaceTechnology GERMANY, the international trade fair for surface treatment solutions, as it heads into its 2018 season (5–7 June) in Stuttgart.6 Jul 2017
Leveraging established strengths to create fresh opportunities –that's the formula for SurfaceTechnology GERMANY, the international trade fair for surface treatment solutions, as it heads into its 2018 season (5–7 June) in Stuttgart. SurfaceTechnology GERMANY is the new incarnation of the long-running and highly successful O&S. The organizers, Deutsche Messe, took the decision to rebrand the show earlier this year. The show dates, location and display categories will remain unchanged. But it's more than merely a name change. The move from "O&S" to "SurfaceTechnology GERMANY" is a bold bid to extend the show's international reach.
"The name 'SurfaceTechnology' instantly conveys to our international target markets what the show is about," explained Olaf Daebler, Director SurfaceTechnology at Deutsche Messe. "And for many years now it has been about a lot more than just surface finishing and coatings. As the new name suggests, SurfaceTechnology GERMANY will feature all materials, sectors and industry associations that are relevant to surface technology. What's more, the brand is already very well known, thanks to the SurfaceTechnology Area showcase at HANNOVER MESSE and our various SurfaceTechnology events abroad, such as our shows in Turkey and North America. This gives us a great foundation on which to launch our promotional campaigns aimed at attracting exhibitors and visitors to the show."
Part of the reason for the name change is to pitch the show to new categories of technology users. Chief among these new target groups are companies engaged in pre-coating treatment, such as solutions for mechanical pre-treatment and adapting material surface structures to particular coatings. This change in focus comes in response to requests by the show's exhibitors, who would like to see even more trade visitors from other countries, particularly neighboring European countries, given the show's favorable location in Stuttgart. The other advantage of Stuttgart is that it is very close to key surface technology users from the automotive and mechanical and plant engineering industries – all of which are extremely well represented in the industrial heartland of southern Germany.
In terms of display categories, SurfaceTechnology GERMANY encompasses surface technology in all its various shapes and forms. That includes electroplating, shot-blasting, nano and micro technology, thermal spraying, industrial plasma and laser surface technology, coating materials, surface treatment, environmental engineering and supply systems, related services, pre-treatment, cleaning systems and measuring, testing and analysis equipment.
International focus and high numbers of decision-makers
The previous show, held in 2016 under the old 'O&S' branding, was already highly international, with 23 percent of the exhibitors and 21 percent of the trade visitors coming from outside Germany – mainly from neighboring European countries. The trade visitors came from a mix of industries – primarily mechanical and plant engineering, automotive, metal, plastics, rubber, subcontracting, electronics and electrical. The show was likewise popular with skilled tradespeople and providers of custom coatings, who took full advantage of the networking and business development opportunities on offer. The 2016 show was also very strong on quality visitors. An impressive 83 percent of all attendees play a major role in purchasing decisions, and 80 percent had come with buying intent.
Supporting program featuring forum, Guided Tours and themed display areas
The organizers have announced that SurfaceTechnology GERMANY 2018 will carry over another tried-and-proven O&S tradition: a quality supporting program. Thus, professionals seeking to compare notes with their peers and keep up with the latest R&D findings will still be able to go to the SurfaceTechnology Forum (bilingual, German/English). The Guided Tours will also be back. They are a great way for visitors to get a quick overview of the content areas they're interested in, not to mention an excellent opportunity for exhibitors to pitch their products and innovations directly to relevant visitors. Meanwhile, the keynote theme of intelligent water and waste water systems will feature strongly at another mainstay event, the Waste Water & Environment display area. Another long-running in-show highlight is the Surface Technologies Process Chain special display – a showcase dedicated to current solutions and future trends in custom coatings. Then there's the Nano/Micro showcase, with its focus on nano, micro and laser technologies. Highlights here include solutions for self-cleaning and scratch-resistant surfaces.
Needless to say, well-established group pavilions will also be among the mainstays of SurfaceTechnology GERMANY. For instance, the German Surface Treatment Association (ZVO) will again be staging its World of Surface Treatment pavilion – a leading platform for the latest solutions in electroplating and allied technologies. Contract processing specialists and suppliers of surface technology processes, plant and accessories will use the pavilion to present their market-ready products and innovative research projects. The German Engineering Federation (VDMA) will stage a pavilion where its members will present solutions for maximizing efficiency in industrial processes and achieving sustainable, cost-optimized production. Similarly, the German Enamel Association will run a pavilion featuring advanced processing technologies and new application scenarios from the enamel industry. And last, but not least, the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Industry (BMWi) will be running a pavilion that will provide subsidized exposure for young enterprises and startups from Germany.
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What was advertised in a colonial American newspaper 250 years ago this week?
"WATT'S PSALMS … with a PREFACE of twenty four pages."
John Mein and John Fleeming, printers of the Boston Chronicle, also printed and sold "WATT'S PSALMS WITH HIS HYMNS AND SPIRITUAL SONGS." Given the popularity of Isaac Watt's Psalms, American printers produced several editions in the eighteenth century and booksellers imported others from London. To incite demand for their edition, Mein and Fleeming sought to distinguish it from others.
They began by supplementing the title of the book with additional notes. In writing the copy for advertisements for books, printers and booksellers often simply listed the title and extensive subtitle that doubled as a table of contents. That preview gave prospective customers a glimpse of what they would encounter when they purchased and read books themselves. In this case, however, Mein and Fleeming further embellished the subtitle of Watt's Psalms: "IMITATED in the language of the NEW-TESTAMENT, and applied to the Christian state and worship, with a PREFACE of twenty four pages, being a Discourse on the right way of fitting the PSALMS of DAVID for Christian Worship." The underlined portion identifies deviations from the title page, which instead reads: "with the preface, or an enquiry in to the right way." Mein and Fleeming then described the contents of those twenty-four pages in greater detail before giving the same treatment to the "NOTES at the end of the PSALMS."
The printers had good reason to be so particular. They concluded their advertisement by proclaiming, "This is the only Edition of Dr. WATTS's PSALMS and HYMNS printed in AMERICA, with the large Preface and Notes." They sought to underscore the value of their edition compared to others produced by local printers, drawing attention to the twenty-four pages in the preface as well as the notes and "proper directions for SINGING" that followed the hymns. Although infamous loyalists, they appropriated the "Buy American" strategy deployed by supporters of the patriot cause in service of selling their edition of Watts's Psalms.


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Great piece by Alexander Gelfand at Tablet today about the legendary Klezmer innovator and clarinest Dave Tarras who fused the music he had learned as a kid in the Ukraine with the Tin Pan Alley songs and jazz he was exposed to in New York. For those who want to rock, enjoy his version of Branas Hassene.
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Vidzeme Olympic centre
Vidzeme Olympic Centre promote the development of sport in Valmiera and Vidzeme region. We have created a qualitative sports centre for educational and training activities available for inhabitants of the region. Also we provide best conditions for professional athletes and sports teams.
Head of the Board
Artis Jansons
+371 29234765
Rigas street 91, Valmiera, LV-4201
Universal hall
Universal sports hall is a multifunctional sports and entertainment arena. The hall can be divided into three areas with convertible curtain, allowing parallel training sessions happen in several sports. Universal hall is suitable for high level competitions. Vidzeme Olympic centre have hosted Latvian, European and World championships in basketball, floorball, handball, tennis and other sports. Universal hall hosts cultural and entertainment events, concerts and exhibitions.
Manager of the Universal Hall
Zigmunds Ezergailis
+371 26100227
Rigas street 91, Valmiera, LV-4201
Vidzemes Olympic centre is only ice arena in Vidzeme region. Ice hockey and figure skating trainings and competitions takes place in arena. Also very popular is public skating. Vidzemes Olympic centre is great place for training camps. Kontinental Hockey league team "Dinamo Riga" every summer prepairing for season in Valmiera. Capacity of the seating platform is 700 seats.
Manager of the Ice Hall
Jānis Lauris
+371 29111097
Rigas street 91, Valmiera, LV-4201
Football Stadium
Vidzeme Olympic centre football stadium is in territory of the sports complex (address: Rigas iela 91, Valmiera). Artificial grass surface field is equipped with an artificial lightning that allows organizing training practices and competitions during hours of darkness and in winter time. Seating platform is equipped with 1108 seats.
Manager of the Football Stadium
Zigmunds Ezergailis
+371 26100227
Rigas street 91, Valmiera, LV-4201
Athletic Stadium
Jānis Daliņš Stadium is national significance track and field athletics stadium. Valmiera is hosting national and international sports events. Biggest competition of the year is State President's Prize in Athletics. There is six lain track and football field. Stadium tribune has spectators 1232 seats.
SPA Centre
Services and procedures of our SPA centre offer possibility to rediscover yourself, clear your mind from everyday thoughts, indulge your body with different physical activities. Here you can relax after hard and stressful day at work, regain energy, receive positive emotions, relax and meet newpeople. SPA centre offers to use a sauna complex with a swimming pool.
Manager of the Sports Rehabilitation Centre
Iluta Urbanoviča
Bookings +371 27879242
+371 29802999
J.Dalina street 2, Valmiera, LV-4201
"Naktsmājas" is a certified 3-star category hotel. It offers 40 comfortable rooms with the total capacity of 119 guests. The hotel has wireless Internet access. There is a free of charge parking lot for hotel guests. "Naktsmajas" welcomes guests with pets.
Manager of hotel "Naktsmājas"
Monta Martinsone
Bookings: +371 25464433
+371 25464411
Vaidavas street 15, Valmiera, LV-4201


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Texas passes one of the most restrictive abortion laws in the U.S.
Supporters of the law say they hope it will lead to a Supreme Court challenge of Roe vs. Wade
Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Wednesday signed into law a "fetal heartbeat" abortion bill that bans abortion after about six weeks of pregnancy and grants citizens the right to sue doctors who perform the procedure past that point.
The new law is part of a wave of similar "heartbeat" abortion bans passed in Republican-led states. Lawmakers who support such legislation have said it is intended to lead to an overturn of Roe v. Wade, the U.S. Supreme Court's 1973 landmark ruling that guaranteed a woman's right to end her pregnancy.
The high court this week opened the door for such an overturn, or at least a narrowing, of Roe v. Wade by agreeing to review Mississippi's bid to ban abortions after 15 weeks.
"Our creator endowed us with the right to life, and yet millions of children lose their right to life every year because of abortion," Abbott said before signing the bill, in a video posted on Facebook. "In Texas, we work to save those lives."
The Texas law bans abortion once the rhythmic contracting of fetal cardiac tissue can be detected, often at six weeks — sometimes before a woman realizes she is pregnant. The measure makes an exception for abortions in cases of medical emergencies.
One of several states to recently pass abortion laws
A fetus that is viable outside the womb, at around 24 weeks into a pregnancy, is widely considered the threshold at which abortion can be prohibited in the United States.
Nearly a dozen states have passed similar "heartbeat" abortion bans, according to reproductive health research organization the Guttmacher Institute, but none have taken effect due to legal challenges.
Abortion is one of the most divisive issues in the United States, with opponents citing religious belief to declare it immoral, and abortion rights advocates prioritizing women's autonomy.
"It is appalling that in defiance of public opinion and public health, state politicians remain committed to controlling our bodies," Planned Parenthood Action Fund president Alexis McGill Johnson said in a statement on Wednesday.
Kimberlyn Schwartz, spokesperson for the anti-abortion group Texas Right to Life, called the law "a vital step in the road to abolishing all abortions in Texas."
Texas's law, which will take effect in September if it is not overturned in court, allows citizens to sue anyone who "knowingly engages in conduct that aids or abets the performance or inducement of an abortion, including paying for or reimbursing the costs of an abortion through insurance or otherwise," if the abortion violates the provisions of the law.
"This bill essentially opens the floodgates to allow anyone who is hostile to abortion to sue doctors and clinics," the Center for Reproductive Rights said in a statement, vowing to "pursue all legal options" to stop the law from taking effect.
In an open letter earlier this month, some 200 Texas physicians said they were worried the law would expose doctors to the risk of "frivolous lawsuits that threaten our ability to provide health care."
"As licensed physicians in Texas, we implore you to not weaponize the judicial branch against us to make a political point," the letter said.


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by Mark Riley
One year ago today my beautiful daughter disappeared from my life forever. Julie was tall with long brown hair and a slender build. Her features were soft and gentle. She was studying to become a medical doctor. She was inquisitive, bent on learning and a good student, driven to excellence.
On that Friday afternoon I missed her call and to this day I hate myself for it. It was a ritual that we would talk every Friday afternoon just to keep up with each other. After our time together I came to cherish our telephone conversations.
I was only allowed a weekly telephone call those were the rules. I had been committed because of my failings and one deadly weakness. My crime was one of a deviant. She was a young beautiful neighbor. Actually it really does not matter because my pain will never go away.
I have enough time to write Julie a letter to try and explain myself. What I say and how I will choose my words is difficult. I do not want to leave her with feelings of shame.
I am forever a lost soul. The sheet is tightly wrapped. I lift my barefoot and my body hangs. I see streams of white light exploding, colors in orange, blue with white reflections of Julie the lasting light of my life.
Beautiful bright colors begin to disappear first and then become dark as everything fades to black.


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When it comes to a great gaming website, a couple things are important: an engaging and welcoming community of gamers, stories to help you discover interesting news, trends, and perspectives, and a dedicated team that truly understands and respects its readers.
Recently, we asked you for your nominations of the very best gaming websites, highlighted the top 10, and then put them to the vote. The time has arrived to crown the next Disqus Leaderboard winner. Here are the final voting results:
After a record-breaking 3,042 votes were cast (phew!), we now have our winning finalist.
With a total of 927 votes (representing 30.47% of the final tally), Niche Gamer is your pick for the best gaming website!
We want to try something a little different this time around to highlight the top 3 finishers. Specifically, we are going to tell the story of what makes these sites great from the comments that you shared with us.
First off, let's meet our winner, Niche Gamer.
Here's what ftidus12 said about why Niche Gamer is the best gaming website:
Next up and coming in 2nd place with 570 votes (18.74%) is TechRaptor.
A nice highlight from the voting round was seeing a couple of the TechRaptor writers stop by to thank commenters who voted for them and to answer questions directly and honestly. As a potential new reader, these sort of interactions are hard to find sometimes but they can really go a long way to making a lasting and positive impression.
Here's one example from reader Benjamin Peters explaining his decision to support the site:
Goblin King summed up both Niche Gamer & TechRaptor quite nicely in his comment:
Finally, in 3rd place is Gematsu which garnered 431 votes (14.17%).
LordKaiser shared an interesting look behind the site:
Congratulations to Niche Gamer and all the nominated sites. If you'd like a full-rundown of the featured sites, head over to the gaming websites voting thread for more details.
What website topic should we vote on next?
If you have any suggestions on future topics we should highlight next like technology, cooking, or entertainment, post a comment below! Thanks to everyone who participated. We'll be back again soon for another round.
Subscribe to our blog for email updates for future features. Also, be sure to follow me on Disqus or Discuss Disqus when the nomination thread goes live.


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- Departments
- Town Office
- Getting Your Car Registered
Getting Your Car Registered
View these checklists to make each of the transactions go smoothly!
To register a new automobile from a dealer, Include:
1. Application for MVT-2 Certificate of Title (Blue paper)
2. Purchase and Sales Agreement or lease agreement from dealership
3. If this is a Brand-New Vehicle, we need the Monroney Label, also known as the window sticker
4. Current insurance displaying the VIN #, Make/Model, and effective dates
5. BMV Verification Form - Download here
6. Current mileage
7. A check or money order made out to the Town of Orono.
Mail to: Town of Orono, 59 Main Street, Orono ME 04473
If the NEW vehicle is being completed as a TRANSFER of CREDIT from a previously owned vehicle, you will need to provide a copy of the previous registration or the plate number so we may access your record.
To register a new automobile purchased through private sale, include:
1. A Certificate of Title signed over to you by the owners listed on the front of State Title
2. A Bill of Sale which lists the VIN # made, detailing the amount paid and signed by owners
3. Current insurance displaying the VIN #, Make/Model, and effective dates
4. Current mileage
5. BMV Verification Form - Download here
6. A check or money order made out to the Town of Orono
Mail to: Town of Orono, 59 Main Street, Orono ME 04473
For private sales, all registrants should be present at time of registration or remotely sign the MVT-2 Title application. Previous Titles must also be complete with no cross-outs or errors.
To renew registration for an automobile already registered in Orono, include:
1. Copy of previous registration or the Plate #
2. Current insurance displaying VIN #, Make/Model, and effective dates
3. Current mileage
4. A check or money order made out to the Town of Orono
Mail to: Town of Orono, 59 Main Street, Orono ME 04473
For renewals, there is an online option, which includes a transaction fee of 2.5% of the total transaction cost, unless using an electronic check, which removes the service fees: Maine Rapid Renewal
To register a new automobile using an excise credit from a vehicle which you do not have possession of include:
1. Proof of insurance
2. Yellow registration from the previous automobile reflecting the credit to be transferred to the new vehicle
Mail to: Town of Orono, 59 Main Street, Orono ME 04473
If you have a complicated situation regarding a motor vehicle, please call our office (207) 866-2556, Option 2
In most cases, office staff can provide a rough estimate of automobile registration cost for Orono residents if all information is provided ahead of time. If purchasing an out of state/country, you must present all documents from various sources and anticipate some delay.
For any questions, to ensure proper document preparations, and quotes, please call the Town Office at (207) 866-2556, Option 2.
Excise Tax and Other Fees
So… why is the excise tax based on MSRP?
Excise tax was designed with equity in mind. In 1925, this tax was enacted as a Maine law. At that time, the Legislature decided that the fairest tax assessment would be based on what the manufacturer suggests it sell for. This law has remained in effect for nearly 100 years to ensure that everyone who drives the same vehicle pays the same amount of tax.
Other fees are calculated using the following rates:
First Time Registration Cost:
Excise Tax + Plate Fees + Agent Fees ($6) +Title ($33.00) and Sales Tax (Cost X .055)
Renewal Cost: Excise Tax + Plate Fees + Agent Fees ($5)
Maine vehicles must pay a plate use fee of $35.00 annually in addition to calculated Excise Tax and Agent Fees. Specialty plates will add an additional fee of $15-30 per plate in addition to the regular plate use fee of $35.00.
Vanity plates may only be ordered through Bangor, Augusta /or Online. The vanity fee is $25.00 and must be registered annually to retain the plate. If a vanity registration lapses more than six months, you must re-apply for the plate again to the Secretary of State.
1995 automobiles and newer must complete an MVT-2 Title Application and may not be registered without presenting a title the first time. If a lien holder has the previous title, you must present the original finance documents or a statement from lien holder which outlines the payment address and schedule.
If the vehicle is purchased from a private sale, sales tax is calculated by the following:
Vehicle Price X .055. Vehicles which are gifted between family, friends or acquaintances must complete a $0 sales tax form. All cars being registered the first time must have a Bill of Sale and MVT-2 Title along with proof of insurance to complete. Each person listed on registration must sign the Title application.


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Nov 29, 2016
There's E Ink everything now, even wallets
Posted by Shane Hinshaw in category: mobile phones
I could live with e-paper everything. I'm talking billboards, monitors, keyboards, remotes, watches, phones, and wallets. Yes, we now have an e-paper wallet called the Wonder Wallet. It just launched on Kickstarter. Why an e-paper wallet, you ask? Because e-paper looks cool and because on Kickstarter, anything can maybe become reality with your blind trust.
I don't have many details on Wonder Wallet, but I do know that users can display an image on their wallet and that it connects to phones through Bluetooth. Do you really want to keep your phone connected to your wallet all day? That sounds like a battery drain to me. Oh yeah, you also have to charge the wallet, although it should last for around three days.
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On a quest to shoot some hip hop related stuff out here in Sacramento, I stumbled on a real life battle. The event was called Verbal Kombat and it featured MCs from Sacramento, The Bay Area and Southern California. The MC battle is an interesting dynamic as each participant tries to verbally destroy the man (or woman) standing in front of them with the most vile and clever of rhyming insults. Then after its all over, they shake hands and hug. Teflon temperaments, I guess. Shout out to First Dirt who hosted the whole thing. Hopefully there will be many more in the future.
Verbal Kombat
Posted by Michael Starghill Jr. at 11:00 AM
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The next Spending Review is our chance to make a transformational investment in people, in homes and in our communities to end the housing crisis.
England needs 145,000 new affordable homes a year, including 90,000 for social rent. The NHF is presenting new modelling setting out for the first time what investment is needed to build these homes. On top of the lack of affordable homes there are also communities around the country in need of regeneration and new opportunities. People need proper support, through an improved welfare system and secure supported housing to thrive, and we need to invest in safe, secure homes. We want to see the Government invest in this.
Over the last few months, we've been working with our members to ensure we're focusing on the issues that matter most. The NHF is now making a public call for transformative investment that finally tackles the roots of the housing crisis:
Invest in building the homes our country needs
Our new modelling shows that the Government must invest £12.8bn a year in real terms, for 10 years, to kick start national housebuilding and build the homes this country needs. You can download our grant modelling report here.
Invest in places to bring the country back together
We're calling for a new, £10bn national regeneration fund over 10 years so they can work with local partners to deliver this.
Invest in the support to enable people to thrive
We want to see an investment in improving Universal Credit, a fairer welfare system and introducing a national support budget to fund the support costs of supported housing.
Invest in safety
We're calling for the government to broaden the scope of the existing £400m Cladding Remediation Fund and create a Building Safety Fund to cover one-off vital costs of making homes safe and secure.


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Out with the boring and in with the unique! Real estate listings can often be a mundane re-hash of the details. This monotonousness doesn't encourage buyers to see the property; it only puts the numbers into a block of redundant text! Try turning your next real estate listing into a story that piques the interest of the buyer.
Telling a Story
Real Estate agent Tom Faison puts a wildly creative spin on his listings with phrases like, "You are humbled, like what happens when we stare out to sea & feel small. . . . Wait a minute! Is that a family room off the kitchen? Toss me a Pop-Tart Mom!!!!"
After selling homes for 22 years, Tom has realized that writing real estate listings with the obvious details wasn't a fun way to capture the reader's imagination. He has gone all out with evoking an emotion from his viewer and has fun in the process!
What Are You Missing?
The details tell a lot about the property, but a real estate agent should highlight the aspects of the property that the numbers can't communicate. What is it like to walk into the entryway? What would the family experience living in this dwelling? Turn the story into something that sells the living experience the buyer is purchasing, not the house.
Real Estate Website Content Headlines
Part of telling your story is starting off with a headline just begging to be clicked. Consider your target audience and then choose 3 to 5 words to craft into the title that elicit a curiosity click. Make sure you then tie this title into the listing description to ensure the viewer isn't confused and doesn't feel annoyed with a off-topic subject.
A title that includes "Swim Year Round!" in a area that experiences cold winters might get extra clicks to see what this is referring to. Finishing the listing description with a sentence or two about the hot tub on the deck, or the heated pool, then ties the buyer's curiosity into the story you are telling about the home.
Avoid Clichés – "act now!" and "must see" are the kinds of terms that are overused and completely void of creativity.
Avoid Lists – the details are already listed out, so your listing description should not include bullet points of information, rooms or amenities.
Write Multiple Versions – by rotating your versions in and out of your listings, you can attract a range of buyers who may be looking for different angles in a home.
Hire a Creative
Give your details to someone who can help you write up this creative content! A ghost writer would be able to write up a story that your buyer could appreciate and you won't have to slave over the keys! Remember to:
- Include photos so your writer gets an idea of how the home will look
- Include bullet points of the most sellable features of the home
- Include any problems with the home so your writer can steer away from them (you won't want your writer talking up the backyard pool if it really needs to be torn out).
Alethea M is a corporate blogging guru and freelance writer for WriterAccess. She often uses interesting facts from her article research to impress friends at dinner parties. Her husband is her biggest fan — though this may be because her writing income allows her to share in bill-paying each month.


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When evaluating the condition of an old Japanese print, do not let concerns about faded colors, stains, worm holes, pin holes, foxing, toning, folds,
trimming, rubbing, backing, and the host of other afflictions that beset paper and natural pigments get in the way of the crucial question, which is:
"How good and early is the impression?"
You may remember your mother teaching you about the importance of first impressions. Well, she was right ... at least in terms of classic ukiyo-e prints.
It is almost always true thast early in the run of an edition, impressions look sharp, crisp, clear, well-registered, and presumably closer to the artist's
original intention. Hence the well-founded thinking that leads serious collectors to seek upgrades of images already in their possession, a quest
that could be termed "Early Impressionism."
"Early" becomes synonymous with "good" not only because the thin lines carved in relief on woodblocks tend to break apart after
repeated rubbings — resulting eventually in blank faces, literally, on geisha and unimposing, fade-away landscapes — but also because of the
nature of ukiyo-e production in Edo-Period Japan.
Simply put, once the integrity of the finer lines started to deteriorate, something that could happen after several hundred rubbings, publishers were
prone to cheapen the rest of the print's look, as well: the pigments, the paper, perhaps the special effects like metallics and lacquer, the number of
blocks used, the time taken to properly line up the blocks, and so on.
The number of technical changes made between early and later impressions was particularly dramatic in kabuki-crazed Osaka, where publishers formally
offered "deluxe" and "standard" editions of many actor prints. The latter clearly betrayed numerous cost-cutting techniques of
the kind mentioned above. However, since the overall print market in Osaka was quite small, and the number of spendthrift buyers only a fraction
of that, the shift from deluxe to standard tended to take place quite early in each print's run — perhaps after only a few hundred. The result
is that even a standard "pull" retains a well-delineated, well-executed look and rare is the evidence of material or human fatigue.
In effect, a down-market "late" Osaka impression looks shabby only in comparison with its deluxe predecessor, and the "average"
Osaka piece offers printing far superior to that of its (distant) cousin in Edo where — thanks to a nationwide market for its wares — an
edition could easily number 5,000 pieces or more.
Figs. 1 and 2, the right side of a diptych by the Osaka artist Sadanobu I (1809 -1879) show kabuki actor Gadô Ichizô I in an 1850 performance.
Fig. 1 is the earlier impression, and note the use of metallic pigments in the kimono, the sword, the seat cushion and the balustrade. Less easy
to spot is the blind embossing on the collar and sleeve of the kimono, as well as on the rolled up curtain-screen.
Fig. 2 lacks all these extras, and also suffers in comparison with regard to the pigments: costlier colors have either been exchanged for cheaper
ones, or else applied less densely. And the overall printing effort — check the pattern on the white undergarment — is a bit more
cavalier. (The unintended "soot-stained" look of the kimono skirt, by the way, results from lead sulphide in the orange reacting over
time with sulphur in the air.)
When you don't have the luxury of side-by-side comparison of two versions of a print, how do you tell if the piece in front of you is an early-ish
or late impression? Many prints never boasted telltale metallics or lacquer or expensive pigments at any stage of their run, so a famous rule of
thumb is that:
The quality of the nose, usually a very delicate line that stands apart for easy study, is a more foolproof indicator of a block's history than, say, the Western print numbering system, which after all is based solely on a hasty pencil stroke and blind trust in the artist's honesty. In general, a smooth, even-density unbroken nose line means you have an early impression, while the choppier and less fine-edged it is the later your print.
However, always scan a print with sensitivity. A printer could have mistakenly rubbed too weakly over the nose area at the beginning of a run, while, conversely, a heavy inking job late in the day, as in Fig. 3, (the actor Jitsukawa Ensaburo from 1849, also by Sadanobu) can look deceptively strong. Yes, Fig. 4 is the earlier rubbing — note the child's kimono and the extra metallic line on papa's — proving that first impressions can be misleading.
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This article originally appeared in Daruma, no. 14, Summer 1997. Copyrighted © text
and pictures reprinted with permission.
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The Chrysler Pacifica has been collecting awards ever since it was relaunched as a minivan back in 2017. Taken as far upscale as it's ever been by the automaker that invented minivans in the first place, the Pacifica is packed with just about everything a family could ask for.
It features an award-winning interior, tons of safety equipment, three rows of seating, a pair of power sliding doors, and a cavernous cabin that can be easily switched from people mover to cargo hauler on the go.
Feature content included navigation, climate-controlled front seats, rear-seat entertainment screens, built-in Wi-Fi, automatic multi-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control, a parking camera system, premium audio, and more.
Shoppers after a luxurious drive with loads of room for people will likely find the Pacifica delivers what they're after.
Standard models are powered by a 3.6L V6 engine, with output approaching 300 hp. All units were front-wheel drive, and come with an automatic transmission. (Chrysler has added all-wheel drive for the 2021 model year.)
Also available was the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. This particular model is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) that adds electrification to the driveline by way of an electric motor and battery. Compared to the standard model, the Pacifica Hybrid saves fuel in all driving conditions. When convenient, the driver can plug the van in to recharge its battery for some emissions-free driving.
With a full battery, the Pacifica Hybrid can drive several dozen kilometres on stored electricity before the gas engine kicks in, working alongside the electric motor for a still-efficient drive.
What Owners Like
Owners tend to rave about the Pacifica's comfortable ride, ample power, upscale cabin, approachable technology and features, and generous space and storage provisions to keep cargo and smaller items organized on the move.
What Owners Dislike
Some owners wish for a more precise feel to the Pacifica's steering and brakes, while others report a few low-budget interior trimmings that detract from the high-end feel. Some owners also wish for a smaller fuel bill on non-hybrid models.
Pro Tip: Check for Software Updates
Often, a vehicle's manufacturer will release updated software that improves, corrects, or optimizes the operation of one or more vehicle systems. Software updates are usually performed at a dealer while the vehicle is in for regular servicing. Sometimes, a software update can prevent a problem from happening, or improve the safety or efficiency of the vehicle.
If the unit you purchase wasn't exclusively dealer serviced, you'll want to check with a local dealership to see if any software updates might be outstanding for maximum peace of mind.
Pro Tip: Check Hybrid Equipment
On Pacifica Hybrid models, be sure to carefully check the PHEV-specific components. For instance, be sure the charge door latches and releases properly, that the fuel door release is in proper working order, and that the included charging cable and all associated wiring is in good shape. Check for damage to the insulation on the cord, bent or damaged prongs, and any other cracking or splitting. Plug the charging cord into the vehicle's charge port and release it several times.
If any of these pricey-to-replace components is damaged or defective, now's the time to find out.
Pro Tip: If It's Supposed to Move, Make Sure It Moves
Move, slide, flip, open, and manipulate everything you can. This includes the sliding doors, windows, folding and flipping seats, motorized tailgate, seat adjustments, power-adjustable steering wheel, and more. These components are vital to the Pacifica's flexibility and ease of use, so you'll want to discover any trouble before you buy.
The Test Drive
Hard Shifting
Numerous Pacifica owners have experienced jolting gear changes from their vehicles – typically between first and second gear, and possibly accompanied by poor throttle response, or jerky, lurchy power delivery.
On your test drive, be sure to work the vehicle at various speeds, and at varying throttle input levels. If the transmission doesn't shift smoothly and consistently in all conditions, have the vehicle assessed by a technician before you buy.
Earlier, higher-mileage units may be more suspect. Here's a lengthy forum discussion with more information on the topic. If you experience this problem after buying, ask a servicing dealership to reference technical service bulletin (TSB) 21-027-17 for a possible fix involving a software update.
Some owners have reported issues with the Pacifica's central touchscreen interface that involves crashing, lagging, failing to boot at start-up, and more. Be sure to work this system through all possible functions, powering it on and off with the ignition several times on your test drive. In some cases, the fix is a simple hard reset; in others, pricey parts may be required.
Remember those software updates mentioned above? Those can help prevent problems with the infotainment system, too.
Charge the Hybrid
If you're test-driving a Pacifica Hybrid, be sure to plug in the connected charger, and confirm that the hybrid battery is charging. Using both a Level 1 and Level 2 charger to perform this test – twice is ideal.
If you see an error message, or can confirm that the battery isn't charging, the battery pack may require a new battery heater. Numerous owners have reported this issue at very low mileage, and had it addressed under warranty. Most have not.
Listen Closely
Some owners have reported metallic popping sounds from the Pacifica's suspension over bumps in the road. If you notice this on your test drive, be sure to have the vehicle's suspension and front-end cleared by a dealer technician before you buy. Some owners have reported the need for suspension components to be adjusted or replaced, even at low mileage, to eliminate suspension noise problems, often under warranty.
The Verdict
The Chrysler Pacifica owner's community has done a solid job of documenting several fairly serious issues that used shoppers should be aware of. Owner forum complaints are not accurate predictors of long-term reliability, though they can provide clues that can benefit used car shoppers.
Our recommendation? If you're set on a Pacifica or Pacifica Hybrid, skip the more complaint-prone 2017 model year, and buy a unit that's been continually seen by its servicing dealer on a regular basis.
Buying a used Pacifica whose servicing history is not advised, and neither is buying a Pacifica Hybrid without a full pre-purchase inspection by a hybrid-trained technician in a dealer setting.
Safety Ratings
IIHS: Top Safety Pick
NHTSA: 5/5 Stars
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"We know that in September,
We will wander through the warm winds of Summer's wreckage.
We will welcome Summer's ghost."
~Henry Rollins
It doesn't seem possible, but not only is this year's only summer over, September has joined it. Our September this year seemed to be less of a destination and more of a middle ground. We transitioned- or so it seemed- this whole month. But maybe now that that's over, we'll awaken in October... fully aware and present... transformed from our gnarly, sunburned, heat-stressed selves into the golden grateful creatures October brings out in us all.
Sometimes the bridge is taken for granted, just something to land your feet upon as you step from one side to another... and so September has been: the bridge between Summer and Real Fall. Thank you for getting us here, September... thank you.


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Submitted to: UJNR Food & Agricultural Panel Proceedings
Publication Type: Proceedings
Publication Acceptance Date: 10/15/2004
Publication Date: 12/11/2004
Citation: Luthria, D.L., Mukhopadhyay, S. 2004. Analysis of phenolic compounds: sample preparation to pattern recognition. UJNR Food & Agricultural Panel Proceedings. p. 119-123.
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Technical Abstract: Phenolics are important dietary constituents owing to their health-promoting qualities. It is critical to accurately determine the concentrations of the phenolics compounds in foods so that relationship between dietary intake and disease risk/incidence can be accurately established. This paper describes two topics: 1) Impact of sample preparation on assay of phenolic compounds, and 2) Development of a rapid UV method in conjunction with chemometrics analysis for differentiation of functional foods with varying phenolic content. Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) a phenolic enriched food was selected as a model substrate to evaluate the impact of sample preparation on assay of total phenolics (TP) from food matrices. Comparison of different extraction procedures and extraction solvents on isolation of phenolic compounds from parsley was evaluated. Extracts were analyzed for phenolic content by Folin-Ciocalteu assay. The extractions with Pressurized Liquid Extractor (PLE) were less time consuming with minimum sample handling and solvent exposure. The yields of phenolic compound extracted with PLE were better or comparable than the other four classical extraction procedures (sonication, stirring, shaking and vortexing). Optimum extraction efficiency of phenolic compound was obtained when parsley flakes were extracted with 50% aqueous ethanol with four extraction cycles. Four broccoli samples grown under different conditions with varying selenium concentrations were used as model substrates for development of rapid analytical method for differentiation of foods based on TP content. Freeze dried samples were extracted with methanol:water (60:40, % v/v). UV spectral analysis, in conjunction with principal component analysis and the hierarchical cluster analysis, provided a simplified procedure for differentiation of broccoli samples grown under different environmental conditions. This simplified cost effective procedure can be extended for classifying functional foods with enhanced nutritional traits from conventional foods.


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