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Thursday, July 30, 2009
Make An Ocean In A Bag
I love simple crafts
that keep the kiddos busy
during "arsenic hour".
By "arsenic hour", I am referring to that
window at our house from 5-6ish
waiting for dad to get home from work,
while dinner is finishing
and mama and babies are tired!
This is one of those random crafts
that just popped into my head
during a recent "arsenic hour"
and it was such a big hit,
I wanted to share it with all of you.
I helped each of my girls make an
Ocean In A Bag.
We grabbed two of our re-used
gallon zip lock bags
(yes I wash and save mine
like my grandma washes and saves bread bags!)
Mom peace-making tip:
I labeled them with a sharpie
so there wouldn't be fighting among the girls
about which one was theirs.
Then, we raided my art room stash
and found foam ocean critter stickers
(dolphins, starfish, fish, etc)
to stick inside AND outside the bag.
Then we added a
small scoop of mini seashells
(also in my stash from making ocean boxes)
Followed by a
scoop of dry sand
from our sand table.
Then we added several pumps of white hand lotion
and a few drops of blue food coloring.
We zipped them shut,
the girls started gently massaging their bags
and viola, instant
ocean in a bag mini habitat
that is also a sensory experience.
You can trace letters/shapes
in the sand goo through the plastic bag.
Be careful not to pop them
(don 't leave too much air)
and sharp shell edges can rip
so, I wouldn't do this on white carpet or a couch!
Kept them busy for the 45 minutes I needed
harmony and peace in our home.
This was a great activity
because BOTH girls (ages 6 and 2.5)
could fully participate in it!
(Mini-Saurus adding shells to her bag)
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Like India's failing electricity grid system, the Royal Bengal Tiger, the national animal of India, is in serious trouble.
And it won't take much trouble to undermine the long-term future of this magnificent, but endangered, species, of which just 1,700 still exist in the wild in India.
One of the biggest threats to tigers comes from coal mining. The solution, which would also help to avert another repeat of the massive blackouts that have hit India this week, would be to invest in renewable energy.
But to feed the coal-fired power plants that produce about 80% of India's electricity, the country currently imports vast amounts of expensive coal, driving up the costs of electricity.
So the government has resolved to expand domestic coal mining, despite the fact this will destroy the habitat of tigers, elephants and leopards, among other species.
Greenpeace India has released a new report, How Coal Mining is Trashing Tigerland, which investigates the threat that coal mining poses for tigers in particular.
A geographic information system (GIS) analysis shows that coal mining in just 13 of the country's 40 major coalfields could destroy more than 1.1 million hectares of the forests that tigers, elephants and leopards call home. These species are found in about half of this vast area of coalfields.
The endangered tiger inhabits a significant chunk of the 13 coalfields. And while the Indian government claims tigers are its conservation priority, it absurdly allows coal mining in Central India where most of the coal reserves lie.
Mining in central India will disrupt a large area of undisturbed habitat for the Royal Bengal Tiger. On top of this, mining would also trash the vital wildlife corridors that connect some of India's famous tiger reserves.
If India continues to depend on coal, as it seems ready to do, wild tigers and elephants could soon disappear, threatened just as much as the communities that suffer from coal plant pollution, disruption of their way of life and the impacts of climate change.
India's main argument for relying on coal is that it delivers cheap electricity. But, in fact that is no longer the case.
The clear alternative for India is to build more renewable energy. This would protect the habitat of tigers and other species from coal mining.
Recent reports have estimated that India has enough wind potential alone to meet its electricity needs for the foreseeable future.
In addition, a renewable energy system built on rooftop solar and other technologies could help India deal with another serious problem, its grid system.
This week, the grid system has failed, leaving more than 700 million people without electricity for long stretches. Renewable energy could supply electricity without the need to rely on the major electricity grids that are a chronic problem in India.
A concerted effort in developing a renewable energy system would protect the Royal Bengal Tiger.
Brian Blomme is a climate and energy communications manager for Greenpeace International.
(Unregistered) Lili the tiger
I hope we could save these animals and keep the nature balanced.
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Is there a petition we could sign?
1 August, 2012 at 20:12
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(Unregistered) white swan
how can we brake through the walls of the coal miners hearts so that they will understand that only love can make them become rich?
1 August, 2012 at 20:57
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I'm a earth ranger and man can not out grow nature. please take time to save the tiger. :)
1 August, 2012 at 21:33
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How can we contribute to help this beautiful felines??
It's really sad that governments do not respect nature and life... :(
1 August, 2012 at 22:19
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C'est tellement injuste ce qui arrive à notre planète, combien de temps encore faudra t-il aux hommes pour se rendre compte que nous nou...
C'est tellement injuste ce qui arrive à notre planète, combien de temps encore faudra t-il aux hommes pour se rendre compte que nous nous auto-tuons à force de polluer, de réduire à néant ces espaces naturels, tout simplement pour tjs faire plus de profit! L'argent me dégoute il n'apporte rien de bons si ce n'est la destruction et la bétise humaine sans se soucier des conséquences et tout en continuant à penser qu'il est le Dieu du monde!
Nous avons toujours pensé que l'Homme était l'espèce la plus évoluée... je ne crois pas non!
Est ce qu'une pétition pourrait faire avancer les choses dans le bon sens? Un blocage pourrait-il accentuer ce mouvement?
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Most coal-fired power stations in India (and China) are operating illegally in terms of their emissions.
India's steel and aluminiu...
Most coal-fired power stations in India (and China) are operating illegally in terms of their emissions.
India's steel and aluminium industries rely on this illegal electricity (typically supplied by their own affiliates).
We must stop supporting this eco-cide and refuse to procure products which are made at least partly from steel or aluminium refined in India (and China, USA etc) if their greenhouse gas footprint is above the world average and if their supply chains involve illegality).
India's largest conglomerates include the EU's Arcelor Mittal and of course Tata - not to forget Vedanta (notorious for its pollution and disrespect for indigenous peoples).
The cost to the peoples of India from climate change which the short-term, unimaginitive policy of inequitable unsustainable GDP growth will definitely cause would be far greater than not having subsidised electricity.
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energy is primary requirement for development of any country, we are rich in coal, we have to do mining to meet our energy needs. coal represent 62% o...
energy is primary requirement for development of any country, we are rich in coal, we have to do mining to meet our energy needs. coal represent 62% of total power generation and 70% of total coal produced is used for power generation in thermal plants. still we have to import 25% of our energy in form of oil and natural gas. and if you are saying that don't do mining, what alternative are you suggesting? if we will not do the mining how will we fulfill our energy requirement? it will be better for us to use renewable resources so that in future we don't have to rely on coal. but for now, one thing we have to understand that we have to do the mining, there is no alternative for that, so creating trouble in mining will not solve problem of tigers or energy.
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Empezaran a tomar enserio los problemas que causamos dia con dia, cuando todo sea demaciado tarde........ ESCUCHEN!!!!!!! ESOS AMIMALES MARAVILLOSOS E...
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- Regional Modeling: Key Questions
Regional Modeling
What is Numerical Weather Prediction?
Numerical weather prediction is a science based on reducing the atmosphere to a series of mathematical equations to project the atmosphere forward into the future. The results are weather forecasts. We know what the current state of the atmosphere is more or less, from piecing together a series of surface and upper air observations that may come from ground-based weather stations, balloons, aircraft, and satellites. Through the equations we know that certain physical laws must be obeyed, accounting for movement of air i.e., winds, or how the air heats or cools, or how clouds form, and whether rain occurs. This is a weather prediction, a look into the future if you will, of how conditions will be in your area at some number of hours or days into the future. We do this by breaking up the globe into a series of sub areas represented by "grid points". The model then makes a forecast for each of these points. If the points are very far away from each other the model is said to have coarse resolution and the forecasts is only representative of very large areas, and may not be exactly the weather where you may be located.
What is Regional Numerical Weather Prediction?
When we talk about regional modeling or regional numerical weather prediction we are really doing the same thing except that we are focusing on more and more detail for the region where you are located. Here, the resolution is higher (i.e., the grid points are closer together). Regional modeling is capable of predicting weather for your part of town, the lake where you sail your boat, the track of your airliner, the island you visit, or the mountain you ski on. It can simulate the hurricane that is threatening the coast, the big thunderstorm that is bearing down on your town, the flow of polluted air out of an industrial area, or conditions near a wildfire and where the smoke will travel.
Regional modeling requires that we know what is going on at the global scale so we may "zoom" in to determine all the detail that is discussed above. In the figure below we set up a regional modeling domain (white box) for some area of interest on earth. The term used is that the regional model is "nested" within the global model.
Why is it Important?
Regional modeling allow us to make more precise forecasts in both time and space for critical human activities and concerns such as travel, health, work, and safety. Imagine air travel where the crew has no idea of what hazards lay ahead; an urban environment where no one knows where an airborne toxic hazard is headed; a wildfire where the firefighting crews have no idea which way the wind is blowing or where the fire will move; and severe weather where a community has no warning of an impending tornado, hail storm, or flash flood. These are some of the reasons why Regional Modeling is important to society. As these models through research and development, become more skilled at higher and higher resolution and gain the capability of replicating increasingly complex weather phenomena, the public, through the predictions of the National Weather Service, will be better served through more precise weather predictions for places and times where you are.
To What Phenomena Do We Apply Regional Modeling?
Regional modeling allows us to predict weather phenomena that present grave hazards to society. High on the list are hurricanes, ocean-going tropical storms that threaten coastal areas with high winds, heavy rain and storm surge. It is necessary to use regional modeling with hurricanes because to model the inner structure of the storm requires high resolution grids. Often the domain we define for the model may move along with the hurricane.
Severe thunderstorms are another focus area. Thunderstorms when the environmental conditions are right, turn severe, producing tornadoes, large hail, high winds, and heavy, flash-flood producing rains. Regional models are just attaining the capability of providing individual storm forecasts to better predict track and evolution. A major application is in air travel where thunderstorms present a dangerous threat to safe transport.
Winter weather, while often resolvable with coarse grid models, can be more accuately predicted with a regional modeling approach. Regional models are better able to define the boundaries of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain; determine more precisely where aircraft may encounter icing conditions or where transport on roads may be unwise.
Urban environments that may have extensive industrial areas and roads with attendant air pollution sources, also require regional models to accurately represent pollution generation, transport, dispersion, and chemical evolution.
Compared to weather systems, fires are much smaller in horizontal extent and thus monitoring of fire weather requires a regional approach to modeling. The fire itself may only cover an area of 1 to 100km2 but the weather influencing the fire operates in an area 100 to 1000 times larger. Fires are heavily controlled by regional weather, erupting with a sudden increase in winds, plunging relative humidity or soaring temperatures.
Another use for regional models is to evaluate how global climate change will impact a specific area. Here the regional model is nested in a climate model and run until a clear picture results for how temperature, humidity, precipitation, winds, and soil moisture may be impacted years to decades into the future. While this does not provide day–to-day forecasts, it allows planners to assess major environmental trends for use in urban planning, water, and agricultural management.
An important function of regional modeling is to assess the impact of new data sets on weather predictions. For example, as new radar systems evolve that tell us not only where it is raining but how the winds are blowing, it is important that before we make large government investments for deployment, we prove that better forecasts result. Assessment-of-impact seeks to determine the balance between societal costs and public safety.
Other uses for regional modeling might be considered mundane: more accurate prediction of sea breezes, cloud (ceiling), high and low temperatures, heat indices, and others.
What Answers are We Seeking?
There are so many regions on earth each with unique atmospheric phenomena that impact human activity the list here could be endless. However we will try to highlight a few efforts underway at ESRL.
- An effort underway at PSD seeks to understand how oceans impact the atmosphere, specifically how oceans can influence the energy budget of hurricanes through heat transfer, wind stress due to waves, sea spray, formation of warm water areas, and the impact of precipitation on water temperature. General areas of investigation are solar and infrared radiation, precipitation and evaporation, ocean circulations, waves and wave breaking, and winds.
- Another PSD regional modeling effort is aimed at diagnosing and predicting air flows in constrained valley regions to assess pollution transport. Here the focus is the Central Valley of California on 4 Aug 2000 where strong flow from San Francisco Bay enters the valley west of Sacramento and takes very complex air flow routes throughout the valley. Patterns here include down valley jets, convergence and divergent areas, and wind spirals. The red lines show flow aloft while the black arrows show winds at the surface. Areas of wind spirals indicate where pollutants may be concentrated.
- GSD uses regional modeling to produce air quality forecasts using a model with complete air chemistry to gauge how pollutants interact and evolve with solar radiation, atmospheric moisture, and interactions with other constituent gasses and pollutants. The process starts with weather data analysis input into a forecast model. The predictions of winds and other variables then drive the air quality model that takes into account pollution sources both biogenic and anthropogenic (human-caused), and removal processes, leading to forecasts of air quality days in advance.
- Regional models are used to conduct Observation System Evaluations (OSE) where model forecasts are run with and without a potential new data source. Here in a study done by GSD for the May 3, 1999 tornado outbreak in Oklahoma, atmospheric wind profiler data is assimilated for one forecast and not assimilated in another. When the two are compared the energy for thunderstorm development is enhanced with the new data. Forecasters using this product are able to anticipate hours in advance where thunderstorms and attendant tornadoes are likely to form and move. Largely through assessment studies like this, a Doppler-radar wind profiler network has been transitioned to the National Weather Service as a new observing capability.
- The only thing better than running a regional model once is running it many times. Like gathering a health opinion from a group of doctors, multi-model ensemble runs allow us to not only obtain quantitative precipitation predictions but also uncertainty in those predictions. In the figures above generated by research work at GSD are shown probabilities of rainfall amounts 0.25, 0.50, 1.0, and 2.0 inches for a field experiement in central California and the Sierra Mountains. Note that we have over 90% confidence of 0.25 to 1 inch over a good share of the area. Two inch amounts (lower right figure) have only about 70% to 90 percent probabilities In an area located in the upper center. The actual rain is shown on the far left, indicating these high probabilities were warranted. Probabilistic forecasts are most useful where risk-based decisions must be made for economic reasons.
- Probabiistic forecasts are appropriate for planning travel, specifically air routing. In another application by GSD an ensemble is used to determine the probability of thunderstorms over the southeast US. Probabilities above 50% captured a good share of the convective storms determined by radar. Air carriers are more and more interested in probabilistic forecasts for optimizing decision making.
- Regional models may be applied to climate assessment. In this study by PSD and GSD, climatologists want to assess the impact of a warmer Gulf of Mexico (predicted by global climate models) and determine the impact on warm season (July) precipitation over the central US. The top figure shows the warmer Gulf waters. As air flows off the Gulf it has higher water content. The lower figure shows the impact on warm season precipitation. The warmer colors (yellow, red) indicate 50 to 150% more precipitation. This impacts the south central Great Plains and the Ohio River Valley across IL, IN, OH and WV. Cooler colors show where precipitation may be much less: SC and FL in ND, MN, and WI. Most of the US is not impacted (light and medium green). Water managers may use this information for long term planning and reservoir management.
What is NOAA's Role in Regional Modeling?
NOAA's charge is to predict changes in the Earth's environment….to meet our societal, economic and environmental needs. As we have explained predictions at finer and finer resolution address the needs of individuals far more effectively. Precise predictions of hurricane tracks and intensity; heavy rain; severe storms; fire weather; air quality and chemistry, and climate change address societal challenges that include disaster mitigation, economic decision making, health concerns, travel and workplace safety, long range planning, and day to day decisions (an umbrella or a heavy coat, for example). Much of the work at ESRL finds its way into the published scientific literature and sophisticated weather systems implemented by the National Weather Service and many other government agencies like DOD, NASA, DOI, and the private sector.
What are the benefits to Society?
Improved understanding of regional weather systems and better predictions have obvious benefits. Imagine knowing how your city or state will cope with drier and warmer conditions over the next 30 years; imagine getting a tornado warning an hour in advance providing an opportunity to get your family properly sheltered; imagine being able to evacuate only those coastal residents that will be directly impacted by a hurricane and not unnecessarily clearing hundreds of miles of the coast; imagine being able to tell a fire incident manager where the fire front will be in 6 hrs; imagine airline routing system that knows where a squall line will be in 12 hrs and the resulting efficiency in airport acceptance rates; or imagine air quality predictions that would allow the time for special precautions to be taken for those at risk. Through a broadly themed and concentrated research and development effort, these imaginings are being turned into realities at ESRL.


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Over the weekend of January 30th (also known as Ben's Birthday), Ben and I decided to participate in a very lovely and very free marriage retreat. We traveled three long hours to a beautiful and relatively secluded resort in San Antonio. The trip consisted of 2 nights and 3 days in the Hyatt resort with all meals provided for FREE (paid for by the Army). Of course we had to sit through 8 hours of marriage workshops, but it is was well worth it, and due to my participation, I won us enough books to constitute a mini marriage library.
When we first arrived we were a little unimpressed with our sleeping arrangements not because the rooms weren't nice or anything, but because we had a room with 2 double beds instead of one king size bed. Ben was all like "Well at least it is free," and I was all, "I don't care our bed at home is better, this is not going to work unless you want to sleep alone." Turns out, when put like that he agreed with me, so I found someone to rectify the situation. We were able to move into a more suitable room once I explained to the facilitator that I didn't think they wanted us sleeping separately on the marriage retreat because I certainly wasn't going to cram into 1 double and let the other bed go to waste. Our new room even had a balcony with a beautiful view looking out over the courtyard.
When we weren't in classes we found plenty of other things to do around the hotel since our goal was to not spend any money outside of gas and not use electronics outside of occasionally watching CNN and SNL (We don't have cable at home). As a tradition the hotel allows guests roast s'mores in the huge fireplace in the entrance, which was pretty exciting. During free time we borrowed bikes from the hotel and went for a ride through the nature trail. We also spent time laying in a hammock, playing tether-ball, and chatting with new friends. Saturday night they showed Fireproof, which surprisingly enough turned out to be a good film on marriage and relationships*. Both nights we had plenty of free time, so I dragged Ben to the beautiful hot tubs despite his complaints of 50 degrees being too cold (What happened to my Chicago guy???). The hot tubs were huge and had beautiful waterfalls. I loved it.
I'm glad we went. Even though we didn't learn a lot from the lectures we did get a few extra tips. Despite the fact that I think Ben and I have a pretty awesome relationship, we are always open to learning how to make it better. This retreat was kind of like a mini vacation and we love vacations. Vacations always do wonders for our own personal well being as well as our relationship. If you get the chance to go on something like this, I say take it. It is well worth it.
*I enjoyed the film, but I still had to put aside Kirk Cameron's bad acting and the somewhat contrived religious message. It was a lot better than expected.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Marriage Retreat
Posted by Ben and Natasha at 3:00 PM
Labels: Army Marriage Retreat., Hyatt Resort, San Antonio
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Wow, how did you hear about this! I want a free vacation! Sounds like fun! Oh, and I have seen that movie too. I totally agree with what you said.ReplyDelete
This was free to military families. They host a bunch of those things for different units who are about to go on deployments. I know other people who have gone on marriage retreats through different churches and programs, but I don't know the specifics. Sorry, I guess I should edit that in :)ReplyDelete
That sounds like a really nice mini vacation.ReplyDelete
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Some car insurance companies offer discounts to motorists who drive fewer miles. As mileage rises, at a certain point -- it differs from company to company -- you no longer qualify for a discount, which means your rates go up.
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There isn't an insurance industry standard that says if you drive over X amount of miles your rates will be higher.
Auto insurance premiums in many instances are, in part, set by the information you provide about your vehicle - such as the purpose for it (pleasure, commuter, for work, etc.), how often you drive (to work or to school daily or if it is just a weekend car), and how many miles you put on the car each year. So mileage is just one part of the rating factors that an insurance carrier will take into account.
For example, some insurance companies' cutoff for discounts is 15,000; others are much lower at 7,500 and under. How you get the discount varies, too. With some insurance companies you just estimate the mileage you put on your car each year. Other auto insurance providers may offer you a discount only if they track your annual mileage. (See "Plug in, drive less, save more")
For instance, GMAC Insurance offers a low-mileage discount to OnStar subscribers in 35 states. This is a pay-as-you-drive (PAYD) discount that makes use of telematics technology within the Onstar device. If GMAC finds that you drive less than 15,000 miles a year, you can quality for a discount, which may be anywhere from 10 to 50%.
There are other insurers that offer usage-based insurance (UBI) plans that track your mileage and driving behavior with a telematics device and offer you discounts. See our roundup of current PAYD plan offerings to determine if any would work for you.
Analysis by the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) indicates that drivers could save an average of 5 to 10% on their auto insurance rates if they reduced their annual mileage. They found if you drive less than 10,000 miles annually, you could see savings of about 5% on your premium. Less driving means less exposure to situations that could result in an accident. This results in fewer claims and encourages insurers to lower rates.
You will need to ask your insurance company about their specific rating rules regarding this issue. Also, when you are shopping around for insurance you can ask if they discount rates for 10,000, 12,000 or even up to 15,000 miles per year. Don't be afraid to try out a PAYD plan. The savings could be great if your mileage and driving behavior please the insurer. (See "3 ways to save big on car insurance)
Asking about discounts for low annual mileage on your car may help you determine if you can reduce your auto insurance rates enough make carpooling or mass transit worth the time and effort.
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The Trail's End Buffet in Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is one of the best kept secrets at the Walt Disney World resort. It is nestled next to the Pioneer Hall where the popular Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show takes place. Up until a couple of years ago, Trail's End did not take advanced reservations. After a short re-make and expansion, Trail's End re-opened bigger and better than ever. With still the same great food and one of the best deals on property. The buffet area was expanded and easier to move around. In the past, tables were set right next to the buffet bars. The dining area now takes up most of what was Crockett's Tavern. Crockett's Tavern is now a corner bar with Davy Crockett memorabilia on the walls around it.
My party of three was quickly brought to our table in the room with the buffet. Table was comfortable with plenty of room on it for the food and space with our neighbors. The dining room is not very noisy considering the small size of the rooms. The frontier woodwork and decor is very pleasing and relaxing. Lots of western objects and prints are on the walls.
Our server took our drink orders and told us to go to the buffet anytime and as often as we wished. We all started out with some fresh salad. The salad bar had a variety of fresh vegetables and dressings to go with the lettuce. After we finished the salad, we walked up to the main buffet. I grabbed a frontier pewter-like plate and proceeded to add the following hot entrees: BBQ ribs, fried chicken, corn and pasta. Later I would get hand-carved roost beef, mashed potatoes and gravey and BBQ baked beans. You will also find pizza, chili, soup and fish selections. All the food is kept warm and fresh with frequent re-fills by the cast members.
I know, how was it? It was very good. I think I got three plate fulls not including the desserts I selected from the dessert bar. The price of the buffet (see menu link below) is a bargain especially for families. The Pioneer Hall area of Fort Wilderness affords a lot to do for kids and adults before and after your meal. If you go at night, you can take evening wagon or carriage rides around the campground and into the woods.
For those not staying at Fort Wilderness here are a couple of ways to get to Trail's End. Take a resort boat from the Magic Kingdom to Fort Wilderness. The boat docks are a short walk to Trail's End. You can also take a resort bus to the Wilderness Lodge and transfer to a Fort Wilderness bus which drops you off near Trail's End. If you are driving, you have to park in the Fort Wilderness parking lot and then take an internal bus to Trail's End. I know, it seems like a lot but it is well worth it to eat a very hearty meal in an unique resort setting.
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The admission process seeks to identify the most promising candidates for the Post Graduate Programme in Management for IIMV. IIMV uses multiple parameters, namely academic performance in 10th standard examination, 12th standard examination and Bachelor's degree examination, candidates' score in CAT, as well as performance in Personal Interview and Written Ability Test to judge the suitability of candidates for PGP Programme. Relevant work experience, if any, is also given weight in the selection.
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STARKVILLE – Janet Marie Smith, a Mississippi State alumna and architect internationally recognized for her innovative baseball stadium designs, will be commencement speaker next month for both of the university's spring graduations.
Also during the May 10 and 11 public programs in Humphrey Coliseum, MSU will bestow honorary doctoral degrees on, respectively, former governor William F. Winter and Madison architect Robert V.M. Harrison. Winter's degree will be in public service; Harrison's, in science.
More than 2,400 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students are candidates for 2013 spring semester diplomas.
Smith, a Jackson native who last year was named senior vice president of planning and development for the Los Angeles Dodgers, speaks first at the 7 p.m. ceremony on the 10th for graduates of the Bagley College of Engineering and its Swalm School of Chemical Engineering; College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and its School of Human Sciences; and colleges of Education, Forest Resources and Veterinary Medicine.
Her second address will be at 10 a.m. on the 11th to graduates of the colleges of Architecture, Art and Design and its School of Architecture; Arts and Sciences; and Business and its Adkerson School of Accountancy.
Smith is a 1981 MSU architecture graduate who also holds a master's degree in urban planning from City College of New York. In 1994, she was named the architecture school's alumna of the year; in 2011, the inaugural class of the Sports Business Journal's "Game Changers: Women in Sports Business."
Before being hired last summer by the Dodgers organization, Smith was vice president of planning and development for the Baltimore Orioles, a position she had held previously in the early 1990s. Prior to returning to Baltimore, she was in similar leaderships positions with the Boston Red Sox and Atlanta Braves. With the Braves, she also was president of Turner Sports and Entertainment Development, a division of the Turner Broadcasting System.
During her first stint in Baltimore, Smith oversaw the design and construction of Camden Yards and, in the process, created a model for other downtown ball parks around the country. In Atlanta, she led in transforming Olympic Stadium into Turner Field; in Boston, she was responsible for transforming venerable Fenway Park and leading the program that placed the ballpark on the National Historic Register.
Winter, Mississippi's chief executive 1980-84, is nationally recognized for leadership in helping bring about the state's education reform act that created the Magnolia State's first public kindergartens, among other school improvements. A former state legislator who later was elected state tax collector, treasurer and lieutenant governor, he has been honored with a Profile in Courage Award by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum and the 2009 Mississippi Medal of Service by his home state.
A graduate of the University of Mississippi and its law school, the Grenada native also holds a Mississippi Bar Association Lifetime Achievement Award and is a Fellow of the Mississippi Bar Foundation. He currently is special counsel for the Jones Walker firm's Government Relations Practice Group in Jackson.
Winter is a World War II veteran who continually has been praised for a lifetime of work involving efforts to expand opportunities for others. He is the namesake of Ole Miss' racial reconciliation institute and the state's teacher scholar loan program.
Harrison is a former two-term president of the state chapter of the American Institute of Architects and former member of the national AIA board. A partner for more than three decades in the Jackson architectural firm of JH&H, he was instrumental in helping establish MSU's architecture academic program. Additionally, he served on the architecture school faculty for 13 years, and continues two decades of service on the school's advisory council.
An intern development program for architecture graduates that Harrison proposed in his University of Florida master's degree thesis was adopted, after being pilot tested, by Mississippi as the model in 1978. It now is mandatory for architectural registration in all 50 states.
He helped found the state chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute and served as its president. He remains among only a few professionals to hold the distinguished rank as a Fellow of both the AIA and CSI.
Harrison's continuing support of the MSU architecture program includes endowment of a lecture series, gifts for scholarships and facilities in both architecture and landscape architecture and fundraising assistance. The popular campus auditorium in Giles Hall, home of the College of Architecture, Art and Design, is named for him and his wife Freda.


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Stocks pared losses, while Treasuries rose amid a slump in emerging-market currencies. Copper fell for an eighth day, the longest streak since December 1998.
The S&P 500 (CME:SPH14) slipped 0.1% as of 2:38 p.m. in New York, trimming an earlier drop of 1.2%. The Stoxx Europe 600 Index slid 0.3%. The Treasury 10-year (CBOT:ZNH14) rate fell three basis points to 2.66%, while Germany's 30-year yields reached the lowest since August. Argentine dollar bonds dropped and Hungary's forint plunged for a third day. The yen strengthened against the dollar, heading for its biggest monthly advance since April 2012. U.S. natural gas (NYMEX:NGH14) declined 2.6%.
About $1.8 trillion has been erased from the value of equities worldwide this month as China's economy slows and the Federal Reserve further cut stimulus. U.S. consumer confidence declined in January, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan final index of sentiment, and companies from Amazon.com Inc. to Mattel Inc. gave disappointing earnings reports.
"This week, we've seen synchronized volatility in the markets, with very weak currencies and disappointing Chinese manufacturing figures," said Christian Stocker, a senior strategist at UniCredit Bank AG in Munich. "We need an increase in earnings momentum to see stock prices go higher."
U.S. benchmark indexes are headed for their first monthly decline since August. Earlier this week, the Fed decided to reduce its monthly bond purchases by $10 billion. Three rounds of U.S. monetary stimulus helped the S&P 500 rise as much as 173% from a 12-year low in 2009.
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Amazon slumped 9.5%, the biggest intraday drop in two years, after the world's largest Web retailer reported profit and sales that trailed analysts' estimates. Mattel sank 13% after a drop in Barbie doll sales weighed on results.
Of the S&P 500 companies that have reported results this earnings season, 79% beat analysts' estimates, data compiled by Bloomberg show.
Google Inc. climbed 4% after its quarterly sales topped projections. Zynga Inc. surged 21% after the maker of "FarmVille" announced it will cut staff and buy a mobile- game developer.
The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan final January index of consumer sentiment fell to 81.2 from 82.5 a month earlier, a report showed today. The median forecast of 68 economists in a Bloomberg survey called for 81 after a preliminary reading of 80.4.
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The Ford F-150 lineup offers a plethora of models in dozens of permutations. All are highly capable trucks, even those loaded with luxury features. The F-150 was completely redesigned for 2009. For 2011, Ford F-150 features an entirely new engine lineup, and most 2011 F-150 models come with electric-assist steering.
Smooth and quiet, the F-150 is comfortable on bumpy streets around town, over rugged terrain like construction sites, farms and utility roads, and on the open highway. Its steering is nicely weighted and requires little correction on the highway making it nice for long cross-country tows. The cabs are comfortable, whether ordered with leather or cloth.
The F-150 lineup runs the gamut from wash-off vinyl flooring and a two-door Regular Cab to leather-lined premium four-door models with as much rear-seat legroom as the front of most luxury sedans: Within those extremes lies something for everyone. Yet even the least-expensive F-150 isn't boring; it leaves room for customization, does the work required and keeps overhead down.
With one of the deepest beds in the segment, the F-150 has generous cargo volume out back and a maximum payload rating of 3,060 pounds; most versions carry 1,600-2,100 pounds. Any cab model F-150 can be optioned to tow more than 11,000 pounds; the range varies from 5,500-11,300 pounds. (The Ford Super Duty line of heavy-duty pickups is covered in a separate New Car Test Drive review.)
Two V8 and two V6 engines are offered, all with six-speed automatic transmissions. Standard on 2WD is a 302-hp 3.7-liter V6. Other choices include a 360-hp 5-liter V8 for all cab/bed configurations, a 411-hp 6.2-liter V8 on SuperCrew short beds, and a 365-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 on all but regular cab/short beds. Several axle ratios are offered with each engine.
A new 2011 F-150 XLT Custom package slots between XLT and FX models. On the upper end are the King Ranch, Platinum and Lariat Limited models. The Harley-Davidson edition returns for 2011 with a 411-hp V8, the same engine now standard on the serious off-road Raptor. The Raptor adds a SuperCrew version that carries more fuel and tows a ton more than the continuing SueprCab.
Other new features for 2011 F-150: larger image-in-mirror rearview camera, new instrumentation with a 4.2-inch screen, one-touch front windows, a telescoping steering column on upper trims, 110-VAC outlet, HD radio, an integrated key/fob with remote start, 7-lug 17-inch aluminum wheels for the heavy-duty package, and a new off-road package with locking rear differential.
The 2011 Ford F-150 comes in more than 50 configurations, so it's easier to find which setups you can not get: No luxury trim Regular Cab, no ultra-lux SuperCab, and no long-bed SuperCrew. Everything else is split amongst multiple wheelbases, three cab sizes, three bed lengths (one of which is available in two styles), four engines, ten trim levels, and rear- or four-wheel drive.
Regular Cabs are offered in standard bed (about 6.5 feet) and long bed (about 8 feet) XL, STX, or XLT grades. SuperCab trucks add higher FX and Lariat trim to choices plus SVT's Raptor, and a short-bed option (about 5.5 feet). A long-bed SuperCab is available only with the heavy-duty package. The SuperCrew F-150, available with either the short bed or standard bed, drops the STX grade and adds King Ranch and Platinum derivatives while Harley-Davidson and Lariat Limited are SuperCrew short bed only.
The F-150 XL (starting at $22,415) is a standard bed, Regular Cab two-wheel drive. It comes with 3.7-liter V6, 17-inch steel wheels, black bumper/grille/mirrors, and vinyl upholstery and floor covering. XL includes air conditioning, split front bench (and rear on four-door cabs), locking tailgate, tilt steering wheel, stability control, capless fuel filler and a stereo radio.
F-150 STX (from $26,245) models add body-color bumpers over a black grille, CD player, and cloth seats with driver lumbar. More equipment is available, including 18-inch wheels, Sirius radio, SYNC, cruise control, fog lamps and power mirrors.
F-150 XLT (from $26,685) adds chrome for bumpers and trim, power mirrors, remote keyless entry, automatic headlamps, carpeting, cruise control, power windows and locks, and better cloth upholstery. All manner of options are available on the XLT, including three wheel diameters, tailgate step, cargo management and towing equipment.
F-150 FX4 and FX2 come with a 5-liter V8, black grille and body-colored bumpers, trim and mirrors. Electric-shift 4WD is standard, as are fog lamps, a locking differential, towing package, 18-inch wheels, sporty cloth split bench seat (power driver on four-doors), Sirius radio, and the 5.4-liter V8/6-speed automatic powertrain. Options include infotainment and 17-inch (for more severe off-road use) or 20-inch wheels. F-150 Lariat (starting at $34,110) is the mainstream luxury F-150 and hence is four-door only with V8 or turbo V6 engines. Chrome trim and bumpers highlight monotone paint, and the Lariat adds heated mirrors with signal repeaters and auto-dimming on the driver's and inside, dual-zone climate control, heated power leather seats with driver memory, leather wheel with redundant audio controls, tow package, SYNC, trip computer, and power adjustable pedals. Options include 20-inch wheels, heated/cooled front seats, Sony sound and navigation, trailer brake controller, rear camera and park sensors, and moonroof.
F-150 King Ranch (from $41,790) is like a Lariat with a different attitude. It adds two-tone paint and KR badges, unique wheels, mesh chrome grille, Chaparral leather heated and cooled power captain's chairs with driver memory, running boards, and power folding, heated, signal outside mirrors with chrome caps. Options are essentially limited to a limited-slip differential, alternative axle ratios, 20-inch wheels, Sony sound and navigation systems, moonroof, chrome tube running boards and remote start.
F-150 Platinum SuperCrew (from $43,600) gets a unique satin chrome grille, body-color bumpers and wheel lip moldings, 20-inch wheels, power-deploy/retract running boards, satin chrome tailgate trim, tuxedo-stitched leather power captain's chairs, wood grain and brushed aluminum trim, rain-sensing wipers, power folding/heated mirrors, and unique console. Options are limited but you can get 17-inch wheels and all-terrain tires for luxury on the farm.
The most luxurious F-150 Lariat Limited ($47,195 2WD/$50,340 4WD) comes only with a 6.2-liter engine, 22-inch wheels, special paint and very few options.
A special F-150 Harley-Davidson edition ( $47,995 2WD/$51,140 4WD) is also 6.2 V8 only and decked out in colors and heavy chrome trim befitting the brand it's named after.
Ford's SVT division offers the Raptor ($41,550 SuperCab, $44,315 SuperCrew), intended for serious, high-speed off-road use. It comes only with the 411-hp 6.2-liter V8. Unique long-travel high-performance suspension, wheels and tires, and aggressive bodywork set it apart from any other F-150.
The F-150 option list is comprehensive and, although it has been simplified in recent years, it can still resemble the tax code to the uninitiated; there are, for example, six codes for running boards and four for trailer towing mirrors. Most options are dependent on the model and other options, and many features are standard on more expensive models. In addition, prices of options occasionally vary by trim level.
Mechanical options include engine upgrades, alternate axle ratios, limited-slip or locking differentials, larger tires and upgraded wheels, skid plates, towing mirrors, snow plow prep (with 6.2 V8), trailer brake controller ($230), 36-gallon long-bed fuel tank, tailgate step, heavy-duty payload package, and Ford Works systems like an in-dash computer. An engine block heater is available to fleet buyers and standard on Alaska and northern plains-state trucks. Other upgrades include captain's chairs bucket seats with center console, power sliding rear window, rear-view camera (with or without navigation) reverse parking sensors, tri-coat or two-tone paint, moonroof ($995), Sirius radio, sound systems, remote start, and navigation.
Safety features that come standard include antilock brakes, stability control (AdvanceTrac RSC), trailer sway control, frontal airbags, front side airbags, and side curtain airbags. Safety-related options include an integrated trailer brake controller, rear-view camera, MyKey, and reverse park sensors.
The angular lines of the Ford F-150 mean it's easier to clean, easier to park, and gives maximum inside volume for outside space. Some bulge to the hood and large grille openings imply power, as does the higher altitude of 4WD models; many models have big graphics to ensure everyone knows what it is. The F-150 is easily recognized by substantial blue ovals, stepped front window ledge, and the tall bed.
The front door edge that allows a lower glass line at the front is stylish but also very useful; it allows a better view of front quarters near the truck and means you can have a good-sized mirror that doesn't limit forward vision because you look over it rather than around it. The view rearward can be aided by extendable towing mirrors, a rear camera, and a power sliding rear window. We found the towing mirrors work very well.
Pillars between the doors (called B-pillars) and the rear hand-hold on the pillar may yield an awkward blind spot for some drivers, but everyone should appreciate the windshield pillars (called A-pillars) shaped to help preserve forward vision. Relatively square shoulders on the hood make it easy to see the edges of the truck, a bonus for tight parking lots, plow operators, and squeezing between trees or rocks en route to outdoor recreation.
With all beds you can get a locking tailgate and tie-down points. On many models you also get a bed extender and tailgate step (rated 300 pounds); the tailgate step makes stepping into the bed easier but it makes the tailgate feel heavier than some petite drivers will want to open or close. Some models offer a box-side step rated at 500 pounds; a pop-out, under-bed step behind the cab, but we needed considerable effort to return it and wonder how it will work after grounding on a rocky trail, having mud or snow thrown at it, or in freezing weather. Refueling is done with Ford's capless filler system so you will never lose another gas cap.
Most F-150 models have Ford's family-face horizontal three-bar aspect to the grille and the tailgate styling; the larger grille, squared headlights and more heavily contoured hood all add to the imposing size, though it isn't as imposing as Dodge's forward-leaning grille setup. On higher-level models the chrome is considerable, and extends to the front tow loops on 4WD.
The FX model has a multi-ribbed grille, blacked-out trim, plenty of decals and real truck tires if you choose the 17-inch off-road tire option. The chassis on 4WD models doesn't have anything mounted much lower than the frame rails, but if you intend to use four-wheel drive for anything more than snow or muddy roads the skid plate package should be considered.
Models with the heavy-duty payload package may come with 17-inch wheels with seven bolts holding each on. More attachment points are frequently used as truck weight increases but 7 bolts is a very uncommon pattern and may limit your choice in aftermarket or replacement wheels.
Ford has all bases covered inside the F-150, with plenty of patterns, textures and finishes, including new gauge cluster designs, and the choice of a 40/20/40 split-bench front seat or captain's chairs in many models. On those trucks with a bench seat, the middle passenger should be of a smaller size for both knee clearance and the narrow space between seat and belt brackets.
Mindful that you can't have everything for $23,000, the basic XL is quite respectable and a good value given a single option tab on a bigger pickup can be nearly half the XL's purchase price. Fleet drivers will appreciate that air conditioning is standard and the truck is quieter and more refined, in part due to a smoother 60-degree V6 and not one derived from a 90-degree V8.
At the other end of the spectrum, the Platinum is like a Lincoln Navigator with a pickup bed. The King Ranch chairs may look like a fine saddle (and require the same maintenance in some climes), but you'll want to ensure the jeans are clean and spurs off before you climb into this cowboy clubhouse.
Virtually everything you might need is either standard or available, and much the same degree of luxury in a more subdued style can be found in Lariats, which follow a more eclectic approach to decor and make one wonder if seven colors and surface textures on a rear door alone might be one or two too many. The speaker grilles on high-line models that look like metal really are (with the three horizontal bar theme molded in), and in some cases the trim is real brushed aluminum. The wood is faux but well done, perhaps to save trees.
The front bench is still split three ways: The center section flips down to reveal a console with storage and cup holders. The console is flat, so you can put a clipboard on top of it and it won't slide off until you stop, start or change direction quickly. Captain's chairs on FX and Lariat models, especially with power adjustment and the optional adjustable pedals (the switch is often hidden on the steering column), provide good driver positioning for virtually everyone. We found the seats didn't suffer from our earlier criticisms of lacking thigh support and aggressively tilted headrests.
Front and rear-seat room is very good; the rear is a vast, spacious area for three adults with a flat floor all the way across and full roll-down windows. On the down side, it could take a while to cool off in hot conditions, and the floor mats cover only a third of the carpet by our tape measure.
The rear seat cushions lift up to stow vertically, with four grocery bag hooks on the underside of the wider driver-side seat and, if equipped, the subwoofer for the Sony sound system under the right rear seat; rear cabin storage seats-up amounts to nearly 58 cubic feet. With captain's chairs up front there are vents in the back of the center console. There are three tethers and two anchor sets for baby seats, outboard rear headrests raise enough to protect tall passengers, and a smaller center rear headrest to preserve vision for those who use the window; you can also get a power sliding window with defrost.
We sampled a couple of trims, one with bucket seats and white-stitched black leather, the other a 40/20/40 bench in tan leather; the lighter color interior looked richer, but also busier since it had dual colors for the dashboard where the black truck didn't. Either seat is comfortable, the advantage of the bucket being goodies like heating/cooling on higher trim models. Most of the touch points on Lariat felt good, with a sort of rubberized texture to the door armrests, but there is still plenty of hard plastic in pillar covers and lower doors to ease cleaning.
The cloth upholstery in the STX feels comfortable and durable; in temperature extremes we'd prefer it to the leather on upper trims. Apart from seat coverings and the steering wheel, the STX doesn't feel overly budget conscious.
All models use the same basic dash layout, with tachometer to left (no marked redline), speedometer to right, and oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel and transmission fluid temperature lined up between. On lower-level models the gauges are more traditional white-on-black and, on higher-line models, silver faces with dark numbers that light up green and are often easier to read at night than in daylight. The ancillary gauges are quite lethargic so you need to heed warning lights even if a gauge doesn't quite agree.
The new central screen provides a wider array of information called up by a thumb-switch on the steering wheel, including but not limited to transmission fluid temperature, fuel economy/range, gear selected, trailer profiles, and tire pressures.
Trucks with the Sony navigation/audio system have arguably simpler controls than those without it by virtue of the voice command, logical operation and system integration. Trucks without that option aren't bad, but even on some lesser trims we found plenty of white-on-black buttons on the center panel which could require some familiarization. Window switches are all lift-to-close but the power door lock bar is horizontal so if Rover puts his paw on the right part of the switch you could be locked out.
Bench seat models use a column-mounted shift lever, while most bucket seat models use a bigger console shift lever, both with a Tow/Haul mode. The floor-shift requires a button-push from D to N as you might at a long light or rail crossing, and the column-shift has a light detent so it's easy to go one-to-two gears too far. Manual gear selection requires engaging the M position and using a +/- thumb toggle to change, like GM's approach, but Dodge's layout is simpler and just as effective. Liberal chrome on the console can produce some distracting glare.
Headlights are to the left, four-wheel drive and the integrated trailer brake controller are to the right; the power adjustable pedal switch on the left side of the steering column is harder to find than dash switches but does keep you from leaning forward while trying to adjust your driving position. Four round omni-directional vents ensure airflow where you want it, front seatbelt anchors are height-adjustable, and our only ergonomic complaint was the lack of a sun visor that covered the length of the side glass.
The Sony navigation/sound system and Ford's SYNC system bring infotainment to a new level, integrating Bluetooth-enabled devices, 911 Assist, Vehicle Health report, Sirius travel link with real-time traffic, weather, 4500 movie theater listings and show times and 120 gas stations with fuel prices. Power points, a USB port and MP3 input jack are in the lower center dash. The Sony 700-watt 5.1 channel sound system provides very good sonic quality, even if the impact didn't feel like 700 watts. It has the usual assortment of graphics nonsense like the oxymoronic-titled audio visualizer, which we could live without.
Pickups without space are pointless and the F-150 won't disappoint. The Regular Cab is roomy enough to fit three adults across and has plenty of space for the miscellaneous debris and detritus that tends to accumulate in trucks. SuperCabs have a full-width back seat best-suited to kids and short rides for bigger adults since legroom is the squeeze point; it's similar in size and intent to the Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra extended cab or the Titan King Cab. For larger families or routine four-passenger service, the SuperCrew's room and regular back doors will be welcome, with as many as 30 different places to put things.
Driving Impression
The Ford F-150 is among the heavier trucks in its class, contributing to a solid feel and none of that empty metal box bang-and-clang that characterized pickups of old. There's an impression of substance and tight construction regardless of the road surface or the model.
What stands out most driving the F-150 is the relative refinement. Ford attributes much of this to the Quiet Steel laminate used in some body panels.
The standard F-150 engine is a 3.7-liter V6 with contemporary technology like variable timing for the four cams and four valves per cylinder. Although new to F-150 this engine has seen service in front-drive platforms and the new Mustang so it isn't a brand-new engine. In the F-150 it's rated at 302 hp at 6500 rpm and 278 lb-ft at 4250 rpm, just 8 hp less than the top 5.4-liter V8 of 2010. You have to get the revs up to get the best work from it but the transmission is well calibrated, so it's a realistic choice where cost or fuel economy are paramount and work is limited to relatively light towing or hauling on fairly level ground.
Also adapted from the Mustang but not revving as fast in the truck application is the 5-liter V8 of 360 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque, more than GM's 4.8 and 5.3, Ram's 4.7 and Tundra's 4.6; the Ram Hemi and Tundra 5.7 rate higher power. The highest-payload F-150s use this workhorse, it can tow up to 10,000 pounds, and it sounds like a muscle-car, more authoritative than even the 6.2-liter.
The 6.2 debuted in the SuperDuty pickups, that's why it's the only iron-block engine (and hydraulic steering assist) in the line. In F-150 applications it rates 411 hp and 434 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm, the most powerful half-ton pickup engine, but is available only in short-bed SuperCrew trucks and the Raptor. GM's 6.2 is rated slightly lower and also limited to certain configurations.
New to F-150 is a revised version of the twin-turbocharged EcoBoost 3.5-liter V6 from Ford cars. Horsepower is 365 as in the cars but torque is up to 420 lb-ft at a nice low 2500 rpm so unless you need the rumble of a V8 it's by far the best combo of performance and economy. There is no lag waiting for power to come up, it's the quietest engine with just a hint of whistle at moderate throttle (talk-radio would mask it), its at-altitude performance will be better than the others and it often carries more than 6.2 V8 trucks because the engine is lighter. You can't use boost and get good economy at the same time, but you can have both to work with in the same truck. The only negatives are it costs more than the 3.7 or 5.0 and it's grunt sometimes overwhelms rear traction when towing resulting in axle-tramp, a rough up-and-down motion of the rear axle until traction control intervenes or the driver lifts off the throttle.
The 6-speed automatic works smoothly, and is not overly anxious to get into that fuel-saving top gear as soon as possible; engaging Tow/Haul mode will stretch out the shift points, not require a carpet-flattening mash of the pedal to affect a downshift and provide some engine braking on descents.
The F-150 has a fully boxed frame, which is quite stiff and resistant to both bending and twist. The front suspension is a dual ball-joint design pioneered and still used by BMW and found on the Expedition sport-utility, while the rear suspension has long leaf springs and outboard shocks.
Electric-assist steering is used on all F-150 except those with the 6.2 V8. It makes for lighter effort at low speeds, better weighting at road speeds, never loses assist in extensive maneuvering as when backing a trailer, and is programmed to reduce fatigue from crowned roads or crosswinds. It should simplify engine service, requires no service of its own, and can add up to 4 percent in highway fuel economy.
The sheer mass of the F-150 combines with the suspension to deliver a very good ride (by pickup standards) and quiet composure. Sure, it will skip on bumpy corners and move around over dry wash scrabble at speed but it doesn't get upset or noisy. Longer wheelbases will still bob or pogo-stick on some expansion joints and expressway surfaces but it never becomes fatiguing. As is often the case, the standard-size wheels produce better ride quality and less road noise than the 20- and 22-inch packages.
Brakes get the job done with their ultimate performance based as much on tire choice and weight in the bed as anything else. Electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes are standard across the board. A locking rear differential is optional for the best traction, and in many cases the suspension tuning on an FX produces the best ride quality over marginal roads and city potholes.
Some of the factors that aid visibility also hinder it. The high stance of a pickup is good for more distant views but hides things behind the tall tailgate and this is a wide piece of equipment. Extendable towing mirrors include a flat upper element and separately adjustable wide-angle element for a superb view rearward and safe towing but they are big and will be easily smacked off if you forget they're extended or don't leave space for that motorcyclist.
The rearview camera is good for the view behind the tall tailgate and on the navigation screen has colored lines to indicate the width of the truck and centerline for hitching a trailer; however, this display is not predictive and does not move the colored lines with the steering wheel so it applies only in straight reversing. Rear park sensors also aid maneuvering in tight quarters, raising the frequency of audible beeps as you move closer. You'll want to turn that off when backing up to a trailer or in other situations, but that involves going through a couple of menus on the information screen, more tedious than the simple defeat buttons used by Toyota and others.
The payload rating for the F-150 models varies from about 1,560 pounds to 3,060, but that includes occupants other than the driver. A construction crew of four 200-pounders in a SuperCrew might have just 700 pounds of rated capacity left for tools and materials. The highest gross combined rating (truck, trailer, cargo, passengers) for any F-150 is 17,100 pounds and these pickups are among the heaviest half-tons.
Maximum tow ratings for most F-150 models range from 11,000-11,300 pounds. These are the highest tow ratings of any half-ton, but remember these maximums apply to an unloaded pickup; if you foresee towing more than 8000-9000 pounds behind a loaded F-150 you should consider stepping up to Super Duty.
The integrated trailer brake controller option is the ideal choice for smooth braking. We've tested it and it works much better than aftermarket systems. But verify that the integrated controller will work with the brakes on your trailer; some electro-hydraulic trailer systems are not compatible.
The Ford F-150 delivers a strong combination of style, interior comfort, performance, ride and hauling ability. The new engine lineup moves Ford from follower to leader in power and alternatives. With multiple choices in trim, drivetrains and body styles, there's an F-150 for every type of pickup owner.
NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent G.R. Whale reported from Dallas and Los Angeles after test-driving many F-150 models.
Model Lineup
Ford F-150 XL Regular Cab 2WD standard bed ($22,415); STX SuperCab 4WD ($32,175); XLT SuperCab 2WD long bed ($29,755); FX4 SuperCab standard bed ($36,625) Lariat SuperCrew 2WD standard bed ($35,470); SVT Raptor SuperCrew 4WD ($44,315); King Ranch SuperCrew 4WD short bed ($44,935); Platinum SuperCrew 4WD standard bed ($47,045); Harley-Davidson SuperCrew 4WD ($51,140).
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Kansas City, Missouri; Dearborn, Michigan.
Options As Tested
Heated/cooled captain's chairs and console ($975); 3.5 EcoBoost V6 ($750); limited-slip rear differential ($300); Sony navigation radio ($2,495); Lariat Plus package ($950); trailer brake controller ($230).
Model Tested
Ford F-150 SuperCrew Lariat 4x4 short bed ($39,615).The Ford F-150 pickup truck offers some sweeping changes for 2011. Although the F-150 is not officially redesigned for 2011, there are four new engines available, several new trims are offered and the broad range of cab styles and pickup box lengths are still being offered. The F-150 still offers the XL, STX, XLT, FX4 and Lariat trims, but for 2011, the FX2 is available on the 4x2 models. In addition, the very well equipped and distinctive King Ranch, Platinum, Harley Davidson and Lariat Limited trims are being introduced for 2011. Four new engines are available and all engines are mated to a fuel efficient 6-speed automatic transmission equipped with a tow haul mode. Two powerful V6 engines are available and they consist of the 4-valve, DOHC aluminum block 302-hp 3.7-liter and the 365-hp 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 that incorporates direct fuel injection and twin turbochargers to deliver considerable power and yet be very fuel efficient. The two V8 engines that are available include the 4-valve DOHC 360-hp 5.0-liter and the 2-valve SOHC 411-hp 6.2-liter and all four engines deliver impressive towing capabilities. Safety features include four-wheel ABS disc brakes, electronic traction and stability control, front and side airbags and the Safety Canopy side curtain airbags. The F-150 offers a 4x2 or a 4x4 drive system, three cab styles, three pickup box lengths and several useful individual options and option packages. Available Ford exclusive features include SYNC, MyKey, SecuriLock, SecuriCode, SelectShift, retractable pickup box side steps, a tailgate step, and a variety of innovative Ford Work Solution options. For 2011, the new trims and the new engines headline the changes but beyond those, the F-150 comes standard with a more efficient electric power steering system and the standard equipment offers more standard features. The SVT Raptor comes standard with the 411-hp 6.2-liter V8 and also introduces a new 145-inch wheelbase SuperCrew Raptor.
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Wednesday, 19 September 2012
Doctor Who's Alex Kingston finds out great-granny ran a brothel
In the episode of Who do you think you are, which airs tonight on BBC 1 at 9pm reveals some details about the life of Alex Kingston and her family history. In a shocking turn of events she finds out her great-grandmother ran a brothel (a whore house).
Viewers see Alex baffled at first, when told the facts. "Almost all of the women are heads of the street which seems extraordinary," she says. "The men seem absent."
When the penny drops she looks shocked and says: "Are they prostitutes, are they really? Oh my god, oh no."
Great great great great grandma Elizabeth Braham was convicted of running a house of ill repute in Westminster.
Before she died in 1873 aged 84 she was a single mum with four children struggling to make ends meet. On a census, Elizabeth's listed profession is lodging housekeeper.
The show's historian Catherine Arnold goes on to say not all the women were actually prostitutes but they did run the houses where men paid for sex, like motels.
They could earn up to 10 times the amount servants did at the time.
The programme reveals a total of 50-80,000 prostitutes worked in London in the19th Century and there were even guidebooks helping men to find the relevant district for their type of woman.
Alex adds: "When I heard she took in lodgers I thought it was like my nan.
"But the difference is the lodging Elizabeth established was a brothel.
"This afternoon I found my inner whore. I was not expecting that."
Elizabeth was also convicted of running another brothel near Leicester Square which led to her being cautioned for public disturbance effects.
"She was a force of nature," says Alex.
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2 comments :
- The Gene Genie said...
Hehehe XD
- 20 September 2012 at 16:53
- Farsighted said...
LOL! Why am I not really surprised? I love Alex. It's so hilarious!
- 20 September 2012 at 18:51
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