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And the calcs you did on 10' is 2x the length I am using. I think you would need to enter 4.5' as the length on the calculator "* Please use one-way distance to the load. Not round trip distance.". Or am I missing something.... ? I assumed I could take total length and divide by 2.
If you were just using the 10' as an example, all good, but wanted to be clear that it is longer then what would be needed in our Westy assuming a mounting location around the sink.
I think I will stick with the 6AWG. Should be fine, especially after the revlation that as the amps taper off, the loss is less, and it will push the batteries up to the "correct" voltage by the time it's finished. Yes, some performance loss (which would translate into time to charge) vs a 2AWG cable, but doesn't seem worth it to me. But am happy to be convinced otherwise as I have not ordered the cable yet.
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I was just using 10 feet as an example. The key point being - as the battery approaches full charge ( absorption phase ) the current will taper off - such that wire size becomes less critical.
Oftentimes you will see documentation that refers to bulk phase as constant current and absorption phase as constant voltage.
In the bulk phase voltage is not so important - basically anything between 13~14 volts will provide enough 'push' to transfer whatever current is available into the battery.
In the absorption phase you want to bring the battery up to a certain voltage and no higher.
It's sort of like blowing air into a balloon. Where pressure is synonymous with voltage and volume of air is synonymous with current.
When the balloon is empty it takes very little pressure to push a large volume of air into the balloon ( bulk phase / high acceptance rate / constant current ).
As the balloon stretches tight - near maximum capacity - it takes more pressure to push a lesser volume of air into the balloon ( absorption phase / low acceptance rate / constant voltage ).
Too much pressure and POP...
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Re: Wiring idea for charging house batteries
You need to account for a round trip, not just one way. 6 awg charging cable at 50A is grossly undersized. You pay the big bucks for a good charger and then undermine it with sub-par cable.
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The calculator referenced however wants only a one-way length, and presumably it does the math for the round trip. So to use that calculator, one would enter 4.5 AFAIK. If I am wrong about this, please someone correct me!
Based on multiple calulcators (and the above understanding), I have to disagree with your assessment about 6AWG on a 50A charger with such a short cable run. If you can point me to something contrary, please do as I would be interested to read/understand it.
The voltage total drop is 1%. I feel this is quite adequate.
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I was under the impression you had a longer run. That said...
If you only have 10' round trip then a 6 awg cable will have the following drop:
V = 0.4 mohm/ft * 10 ft * 50 A = 0.2 V
That's a 1.4% drop from 14.7V.
A 2 awg cable has this drop:
V = 0.156 mohm/ft * 10 ft * 50 A = 0.078V
That's a 0.5% drop from 14.7V.
I always advocate less than 1% voltage drop.
What's the difference in cost?
10 ft of 6 awg welding cable costs $19.00, while 2 awg costs $24.50. $5.50 extra cost will give you a faster charge.
In addition, 6 awg cable is close to max ampacity. 60 deg C insulation is rated at 55A. 75 C insulation is rated at 65 A. This rating is when the ambient air is at room temp. I would not be comfortable with those slim margins.
2 awg is rated at 95A with 60C insulation.
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"Recommended Wire
Capacity per ABYC Standards: 120 amps.
This wire selection is the result of applying ABYC Standards factors, additional derating factors, and allowable voltage drop."
Anyway, I think I am fine, but agree, thicker is always better, can't argue with the math!
For reference, capacity per AWG: https://www.coonerwire.com/amp-chart/
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I received the Kisae DC-DC charger last week. The new 50A version (DMT-1250) I had been waiting for.
I now have it installed, and is working perfectly.
IMO, finally, the converter and generator can be used for something useful :).
With the wiring from the Kisslinger relay to provide the source DC power, the system works great. Plugged into AC shore power, generator running, or driving the car, all goes through a solid 3-stage charge system, and all happens automatically.
I turned up the converter DC output to about 13.8V.
I disconnected and taped off the DC cable from the alternator/relay that normally charges the house batteries when the engine is running. Can easily be re-connected if ever needed.
I have flipped the breaker for the Westy charger to keep it turned off when on AC power. Otherwise it will try to keep the voltage > 14 when the new charger is in float mode and keeping the batteries at 13.6. This does lose the ability to trickle charge the engine battery, but I am not overly concerned about losing this function. If ever needed, simply flip the breaker to turn off the converter (turns off new charger), and flip back on the breaker for the Westy charger, and you can charge the engine battery if needed.
A few things to note:
1) The AC breaker that controls the Westy charger states it also controls the outlet for the microwave. However, when the breaker is off, the Westy charger is not working, which is good, but the microwave still has power. So something is mislabelled here, not sure it applies to all or not.
2) The little "plug" icon on the front computer comes from the Westy charger. So I do not see that icon with the Westy charger turned off.
3) And the front computer does not "sense" the new charger, so even when charging, the computer displays the battery icon indicating it is not charging (even though it is). If the engine is running, the icon goes away as normal, but when on AC power, it does not.
None of these are of concern, and should not effect anything, just pointing them out for future reference.
Attached is a photo of the install. I put it in the cabinet under the drain near the main battery switch.
Next step is solar panels, which is great as they can be plugged into the same charger and have one complete integrated charging system that is all automatic. I am very happy with the DMT1250 and the features it provides. As onemanvan pointed out, there may be some constraints with Lithium batteries, but for AGM or Gel, all is pretty good.
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Psalms 2:6-8 (NIV) 6"I have installed my King on Zion, my holy hill." 7I will proclaim the decree of the LORD: He said to me, "You are my Son; today I have become your Father. 8Ask of me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession.
Many of the psalms look forward in time to the first and second coming of Jesus. Because Jesus is referred to as 'the son of David', there are things written about Solomon that are ultimately fulfilled in Jesus.
In the second psalm, God is speaking to the nations of the world that refuse God's instruction. They rebel against His loving decrees. But God is not threatened at all. In fact, He laughs. If all the nations of the earth were to join together to fight against Him, it would not disturb His peace one bit. Then God declares where His sovereign will has placed all authority to rule, in His Son.
The Son was with God from the beginning, but there is a point in human history when he is born of a woman. The birth in Bethlehem was one of the most amazing and supernatural events to ever take place. God stepped into a human body. The Son was willing to set an example for man and redeem man through His own obedient death on the cross, so God has given Him the right to rule the kingdoms of the earth. One day He will no longer allow man to rebel. The freedom to mock God and His laws and cause the people to suffer will no longer be allowed. Those rulers who would rebel will face the rod of iron. Man keeps trying to make the perfect government. The perfect government is coming.
Meditation: The King of kings will be installed on Zion, God's holy hill, and will reign in righteousness. Are you letting Him rule in your heart today?
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Ephesians 1:17-19 (NIV) 17I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. 18I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, 19and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength,
Paul gave us an example in praying for fellow believers. Some believers make it a practice to pray the very words that the Spirit gave Paul to pray for people on their heart. You might try it.
He told the Ephesians that he kept on asking. He didn't just pray it once, but continued to plead with God for these things. His first request was that they be given the Spirit of wisdom and revelation. This isn't just general wisdom, or revelation of things to come, but wisdom and revelation to know Jesus better. That is the real need of every believer. Knowing Jesus better means maturity. As we see Him more clearly, we are changed to be more like Him. That does not come simply from study. It comes from the Spirit of wisdom and revelation. You can read the same passage a thousand times, but until you listen to the Spirit's speaking through it, you will not see anything new of Jesus. The Spirit always points to Jesus and reveals Him in a greater way to us. Are you learning more about Jesus? This was Paul's first request and chief concern.
Then he prayed that the eyes of their hearts would be enlightened to know the hope to which He had called them, the glorious inheritance in the saints. The hope, the glorious inheritance in us, is our transformation into the likeness of Christ. Why would God call us His inheritance? In another passage Paul wrote, "Christ in you, the hope of glory", and "I labor in travail until Christ is formed in you." God looks forward to the final product. Will you see that in your brothers and sisters, and especially in those who irritate you?
Last, he prayed that we would see the incomparably great power that is for us, changing us into His image. It is resurrection power!
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Washington, D.C. / San José de Costa Rica – On September 7, 2015, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights and the Inter-American Court of Human Rights held a meeting with OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro, in Mexico City, D.F. Attending on behalf of the Inter-American Court were President Humberto Sierra Porto, Vice President Roberto Caldas and Judges Eduardo Ferrer MacGregor, Manuel Ventura Robles and Eduardo Pérez Pérez, as well as Executive Secretary Pablo Saavedra Alessandri and Secretariat staff. Representing the Commission at the meeting were First Vice President James Cavallaro, Second Vice President José de Jesús Orozco Henríquez, Commissioners Felipe González, Paulo Vannuchi, Tracy Robinson and Rosa María Ortiz, as well as Executive Secretary Emilio Álvarez Icaza, Assistant Executive Secretary Elizabeth Abi-Mershed and Secretariat staff. Advisor to the Secretary General Ideli Salvatti also took part in the meeting.
The topic of the relationship between the Commission, the Court and the General Secretariat was discussed at this meeting, where it was noted that the Inter-American human rights system constitutes a fundamental pillar of the OAS. It was also stressed that the autonomy and independence of both bodies of the Inter-American system are important for them to function effectively.
Topics linked to the Inter-American human rights system's major impact on and importance to the region and the budget challenges faced by the Commission and the Court in order to effectively fulfill the mandates assigned to them by States and, hence, the dire need to increase funding for both bodies were discussed as well. The Secretary General expressed his commitment to significantly increase the financial resources of both bodies.
The Commission and the Court also used this meeting to stress how important it is for the General Assembly to make time available for the presentations of their respective annual reports, which constitute an invaluable mechanism for the dissemination and understanding of the functioning of the Inter-American human rights system and the impact it has. The Secretary General concurred with the relevance of this point to be taken up at upcoming General Assemblies.
Additionally, the topic of universal ratification of the American Convention was discussed as one of the priorities of both the General Secretariat and of the Inter-American Commission and the Court. Major challenges in achieving this goal were addressed and an agreement was reached to work jointly toward that goal.
Also the proposal for the creation of a Secretariat for access to rights and equity and the importance of such Secretariat working to support and complement the work of the Commission and the Court.
Additionally, the Inter-American Commission and Court held a meeting in the framework of institutional dialogue between both bodies, which has been strengthened and deepened over the past years.
Topics addressed by both bodies include challenges stemming from procedural backlog as a consequence of the structural problem of the Inter-American Commission's inadequate financing. In addition, the Commission shared with the Court several of the initiatives it has taken in order to deal with procedural backlog to the extent possible, given the limited amount of resources available to it. Other issues pertaining to the functioning of both bodies and their challenges were also discussed.
Both bodies discussed the importance of engaging in a joint effort on financing, current challenges and trends in the Inter-American human rights system and the importance of strengthening their relationship with the OAS General Secretariat, all within the scope of their autonomy and independence.
Left to right: Emilio Álvarez Icaza, Executive Secretary of the IACHR; Pablo Saavedra Alessandri, Executive Secretary of the Inter-American Court; Paulo Vannuchi, Commissioner of the IACHR; Pedro Salazar, Director of the Legal Research Institute of UNAM; Edison Lanza, Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression; Felipe González, Commissioner of the IACHR; Eduardo Ferrer MacGregor, Judge of the Inter-American Court; Elizabeth Abi-Mershed, Deputy Executive Secretary of the IACHR; Tracy Robinson, Commissioner of the IACHR; Manuel Ventura Robles, Judge of the Inter-American Court; James Cavallaro, Vice-President of the IACHR; Rosa María Ortiz, Commissioner of the IACHR; Eduardo Pérez Pérez, Judge of the Inter-American Court; Ideli Salvatti, Advisor to the Secretary General of the OAS; Luis Almagro, Secretary General of the OAS; Humberto Sierra Porto, President of the Inter-American Court; Roberto Caldas, Vice-President of the Inter-American Court and José de Jesús Orozco Henríquez, Second Vice-President of the IACHR.
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We finally got a taste of winter and let me say I don't like it. But it's not as bad as the snow down south and here in Bundaberg the short winter period does bring on the more temperate species.
The sharp drop in temperature should see the snapper become more prevalent on the inshore grounds, which will give the small boat anglers their shot at a nice feed.
The guys down south have been targeting snapper over flat areas over the past few seasons and doing well. As Bundy really only has flat areas in close to fish we should try a few of their techniques. Soft plastics like Berkley Gulps fished subtly across a sandy bottom produced some great fish at Noosa last season, so I will persist trying it up here.
I have put some effort in on the snapper with plastics in the past but have had trouble staying away from the triggerfish and picker gangs, so this season I will search for schools on the flats between the rubble like they do further south.
July will see those mad keen night bream anglers at it again and good luck to them.
I have a few mates that spend the coldest nights sitting on the bank at Kirbys Wall fishing with mullet and chook gut for stud bream; they do catch their share but give me a warm bed and rum anytime.
For those a little more accustomed to daylight mid morning winter sessions there will still be good bream to be caught on lures and plastics. Kirbys and the north wall are your usual haunts but don't discount the upper reaches around Tofts Rocks and Splitters Creek as we have had a big fresh this year and the river has a lot of food in it.
For the thrill seeker the tuna have already started stacking up around the river mouth and they are suckers for a Halco 20g Twisty. Idle upwind, cast your Twisty back at the head of the school with the breeze to your back and then wind like blazes – the fish will do the rest.
The Spanish mackerel started early so I hope they don't disappear early. Be sure to get into them while you can; trolled lures and baits work a treat and if you're up for some fun try a big popper.
Pulling a popper out around the mouth of the Burnett also puts you in with a chance to mess with some big queenies and trevally, which turn up when you least expect it.
The mighty Baffle still has plenty of fresh in it but the salt has well and truly pushed into the lower reaches. Bream, whiting and flathead species thrive in the Baffle – it's amazing what banning the beam trawling has done over the past five years.
Pumping yabbies and drifting around the sand flats at high tide will see you get a mixed bag and on a warm winter day there is nothing better.
For the more adventurous casting small poppers and hardbodies around the many weed edges between the islands should see you into some pike, tailor and trevally which is a lot of fun on light gear. As the water cools it also clears up so try natural coloured lures like gold and green.
I have not been up to Monduran for some time but here even in the cool weather there are still a few barra being caught. They have been smaller but at least they are showing themselves.
The Isis on the other hand has been firing up with the bass on the chew as they row up expecting to spawn. Spinnerbaits and paddle tail plastics having been getting some big fish out of the shallows and trolling out on the weed edges is producing the smaller schooled fish.
I just returned from a kayaking mission on the Herbert River in north Queensland, we were dropped in by helicopter into a remote part of the gorge with our yaks and we paddled out over four days.
This was as you would expect was pretty awesome, the helicopter ride on its own was a blast let alone experiencing such pristine remote wilderness.
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Chalet Am Acher 3 is a new luxury 2 bedroom apartment conveniently located in the heart of the family-friendly "car-free" village of Wengen! Just a 3 minute (230 metres) level walk from the train station and 5 minutes (350 metres) from the cable car, access to mountain hiking and ski areas is literally on your doorstep!
The apartment sleeps 4 - 6 people:
Bedroom 1 = 1 double king sized bed
Bedroom 2 = 2 single / twin beds
Living room = 1 double sofa bed
Bathroom 1 = ensuite with bathtub and shower overhead
Bathroom 2 = shower
Apartment location - just a 3 minute (230 metres) level walk to the train station and village centre, 180 metres to the nearest supermarket and 5 minutes (350 metres) to the cable car and nursery ski slopes.
Chalet Am Acher 3 is spacious and bright with a sunny southern aspect and a large south-west covered balcony. The spacious open concept living, dining and kitchen area is the perfect gathering place, making it easy to cook, eat, entertain and relax all in one space!
Warm your toes in front of a roaring fire in the Swedish wood burner while enjoying a glass of wine and some fine Swiss cheeses after a day of hiking or skiing. Or simply soak in the exquisite panoramic views of the Jungfrau, Breithorn, Tschingelhorn and Gspaltenhorn from the floor to ceiling windows or while dining al fresco on the balcony.
The well equipped kitchen is sleek and new, and the modern bathrooms are immaculate. Whether in winter or summer, this apartment is a superb option for an attractive laid-back base from which to experience all that Wengen has to offer.
There is a communal ski & boot storage room with heated boot racks on the entry level of the chalet and washing and drying machines in the apartment.
Get 20% off ski rentals at SkiSet Wengen when you book this apartment.
IMPORTANT things to note: Wengen is a "car-free" mountain village with no direct road access. Arriving by car is still possible and easy! Simply park a short was down the valley at Lauterbrunnen train station and take the 15 minute scenic train ride up to Wengen. Trains run every 30 minutes until 8.30pm and then hourly. Taxis are available for hire in Wengen to assist you to your chalet if required.


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I worked for years as a paralegal. I am writing regarding one of our judges, Brian Germano, the magisterial district judge in Marshalls Creek.
I am impressed that the judge treats people with the utmost of respect, accommodating litigants in scheduling, explaining procedure, and providing information. I am especially impressed that in Judge Germano's court the deck is not stacked in favor of one side or the other, neither plaintiff nor defendant, landlord nor tenant, government nor individual. I am also impressed that the judge comes to each case with an open mind, ascertains the facts, and, employing a deeply learned understanding of general legal principles, statute, and case law, decides the case fairly.
I ask, as someone who has seen courts operate and as a resident of Marshalls Creek, that you please vote to reelect Judge Germano as our magisterial district judge.
Dorota Pindych-Zielinski
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with father's day sunday and his birthday yesterday, it has been an eventful week for chip. the girls have made him no less than twenty cards (each) and several involving stacks of oversized cardstock stuck together with gluestick. pictured next to the (second of three) official father's day/ birthday gift are the official father's day cards. ruth drew a portrait of the whole family with charlie the size of a small parrot resting on her right shoulder. eve also drew a family portrait but went thematic; a circus family. complete with circus-y building, large spinning wheel, balloon-bearing clown and chip in plaid pants. penned along the top is an excellent example of eve's "sounding it out" skills. makes me want to cry i love these stages so much.
and what were the official father's day/birthday gifts? first: a jacket chip has been thinking about for months. chip never thinks about clothes for months, so we had to. second: a father's day classic that has been long overdue. ties.
his work uniform rarely involves more than jeans and a t-shirt but each sunday and one or two nights during the week chip puts on a suit and tie for church and related meetings. the girls helped me choose the fabric (although their first pick involved sparkly unicorns), i cut one inch off the pattern width (chip is a skinny tie kind of guy) and got to sewing and ironing.
for the last few inches of the tie we used different fabric for a cool semi-secret surprise. i've gone back and forth about my feelings for the surprise, but now i really like it. chip does not feel the same way. he says he does, but he is a terrible liar. i can't blame him; it is a fact that, aside from the skinniness, he leans pretty conservative and subtle with his ties. however, he likes them and us enough to wear them very happily anyway. and that's part of what makes him our favorite.. that and the fact that in two weeks he will be used to the tiny bit of flash and will be telling the truth when he says he loves them. edit: one week! it took one week!
as for the third offical father's/birthday gift.. it hasn't arrived yet. but hopefully will within the next week or so. which works out well, because a birthday week is much better than just one day of celebrating, right?.. and when father's day is in the mix too, we might as well go double time and make it two solid weeks of gift giving.. (mom, you were a genius when you started the "birthday week" when we were little. it now serves as the perfect cover for my procrastination..).
get ready, chip, the third offical gift will be your favorite.. if for no other reason than you don't have to wear it.
edit: fabrics used for ties (all 100% cotton):
tie one: brown and cream stripe (pictures make it look black. it's brown.) by yuwa. brown dots on cream also by yuwa but i couldn't find it available in my hasty search just now.
tie two: both the brownish and pink tiny dot are part of the "30s collection" by atsuko matsuyama. they were bought at purl's soho shop and again, i can't find them online.. (if someone knows a source online, let me know!)


text: It's National Banana Bread Day. Did you know there was such a thing? Well, it's a brilliant way to use up some of those overly ripe bananas! I've eaten and made more than my fair share of banana breads in my day. I have to say this is by far the best one I have ever had. For the recipe (you'll want to print this one out for sure!) read here.


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text: I've just been dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st Century! You know the type; thinks a phone is just for making phone calls. :icon_rolleyes: With a granddaughter in college, two grandsons in high school and two tech-savvy kids (grown), I needed to catch up with the times. Hence, the Droid Pro that just entered my world. Since my wife always has to have all the same gadgets I do, I bought her one too. The learning curve has been a little steep, but I am doing pretty well...I think. Figured it wouldn't hurt if I hung around some of you more experienced users and picked up some pointers, so here I am. Details: retired advertising and marketing guy, 70 years young, still umpiring high school baseball and am very active in my church. I enjoy amateur radio, photography and skeet shooting...plus keeping up my three-acre place in the Pacific Northwest. That's about it. Howdy, all!


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Classic Dining Room Collections from Raymour & Flanigan
Sherbrook Dining Collection
When designing a dining room around the Sherbrook, try creating contrast. The dark wood stands out so well when placed in the midst of flesh-toned walls and delicate home décor, like a statuesque floor lamp, artwork displaying pretty pink-and-purple potted flowers and a bubbly area rug.
Summer Glen Dining Collection
Thanks to the rich, cherry veneers and creamy painted finish, you could spin the color wheel and no matter what you landed on, it would look great with this collection. For a room that feels relaxing and restful, look to warm, buttery yellows and use them throughout the room. This clean palette will set the stage for you to display your colorful collectibles or dinnerware.
Fifth Street Dining Collection
To create a vivid look in this dining room, yellow-green was used for the wall color, while the furniture was kept clean-lined and contemporary with a dark brown finish that won't draw too much attention from the other hues you choose. The suitcases, apples, floral wall art and pottery help add lighter tints, while the reeds, clock and leaf-patterned artwork work in the darker shades of the analogous color scheme.
Royce Dining Collection
Royce's beautiful burnished finish will work with wall colors ranging from cool and refreshing to warm and cozy. If warm and cozy is your goal, turn your dining room into an inviting and rustic gathering spot with golden walls, an earthen, trunk-inspired accent chest and a rug reminiscent of the Southwest. Then, finish your look with a still life of fruit.
Hadley Dining Collection
If you want Hadley's dark chocolate finish to really pop, consider painting your walls a pale smoky gray. The blue undertone of a hue like this is a perfect contrast to this set's warm finish. You can pick up on that hint of blue by using this shade in your rug and artwork.
Belmont Dining Collection
The best kinds of dining rooms often offer something unexpected--like traditional and contemporary styles mixed together. If you love color, the Belmont collection will work well in contrast. To highlight that old-world feel, paint your walls mustard gold, add traditional wall art and opt for a coordinating area rug.
Enzo Dining Collection
The great thing about clean-lined furniture is that it makes itself at home in nearly any setting, from monochromatic and modern to rich and colorful. Plus, the combination of white and brown lends itself to nearly limitless possibilities. So if Enzo's retro styling is what attracted you to the group, go monochromatic with white walls and a 1960s inspired shag rug.
Versailles Dining Collection
There are so many reasons to fall for French-inspired furniture, and the Versailles collection does a fabulous job of demonstrating them all. If you're inspired by this set's French influences, pair it with ornate details and gold accents to create a grand look. French blue walls, a tiered chandelier and a traditional rug in muted hues, Versailles inspired colors will set the tone for a beautiful space.
Batavia Dining Collection
Don't be afraid to mix things up a little when decorating with the Batavia collection--it's styled perfectly for both contemporary and transitional settings. For a modern look, start with a cool color for your walls like muted teal. It'll look amazing alongside Batavia's dark mocha finish. Then, think contemporary when it comes to your wall art and area rug.
Keira Dining Collection
If you love a cool color palette, try a hue like mint green for your walls. When paired with the brown furniture, it takes on a more contemporary vibe, so consider adding a boldly patterned rug and modern artwork to complete your look.
Kenan Dining Collection
For a transitional approach with Kenan, choose a soft wall color, like mint green, and then opt for white, neutral and mint hues for the rest of your room. They'll provide just enough contrast to help your furniture stand out. And don't be afraid to mix styles--that's what transitional design is all about!
Kona Dining Collection
Contemporary-inspired pieces with just a few rustic touches give have incredibly wide appeal, and lately, they seem to be everywhere you look. The Kona collection exemplifies this awesome trend! If you want your furniture to command the most attention in your room, layer a sisal-style rug underneath and pair it with walls in the same neutral hue. Then add richness and texture with floor length, dark-chocolate curtains.
Vintage Dining Collection
Graceful, tasteful and downright gorgeous, the Vintage collection is going to instantly transform your dining room! We love the idea of pairing this set with a golden ochre wall color. This hue is warm, inviting and just plain yummy in a dining room! A contemporary rug in rusty red or clay hues will work wonderfully in this setting.
Napolean Dining Collection
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Aspen Dining Collection
The Aspen collection captures the best of casual dining! If you're looking for a bigger splash of color, the dining room is the perfect spot to try a bold wall! Purple has a rich feel, and it will beautifully contrast Aspen's warm, amber finish. A neutral area rug with an enlarged abstract pattern will add fun flair!


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The Edina Sun Current arrived on our doorstep today (June 16, 2011), and my heart swelled with pride as I gazed at a photo of a sea of Edina High School graduates in their caps and gowns on page one. The image brought to mind our sons' graduations from EHS several years ago, and how excited we were that their performance at this top-ranked high school had landed them spots in top-ranked universities. Since our kids' first years in the Edina Public School System, we've tracked headlines touting our school system's superiority as measured by standardized tests in reading and mathematics, advanced placement testing, ACT testing, National Merit Scholars, and, of course, sports. All this excelling that Edina is noted for makes me proud to be part of the community.
But below that page-one photo was a news story about how Edina students rank above the statewide average on another measure: substance abuse – specifically, alcohol use, binge drinking and marijuana use. These results are from the 2010 Minnesota Student Survey which was completed in the spring of 2010. This is a self-reported, voluntary survey administered to Minnesota students in grades 6, 9 and 12 every three years. The Sun Current noted from the survey results that 53% of the Edina senior class of 2010 reported using alcohol in the past 30 days; the statewide average was 41%. Similarly, binge drinking and marijuana use rates in Edina were above the statewide average as well (see chart).
Generally, it's a good thing to exceed outstrip the state results, but exceeding the statewide average in school-aged substance abuse is not what we'd like our community to be known for.
Fortunately, school and community representatives have been working together on strategies to combat this problem for about a year now, and their recommendations will be presented to the school board in July for implementation this fall. And Edina Police Chief Jeff Long, the article notes, is making the issue of under-aged alcohol use a priority for the police department as well. These major efforts are encouraging, important and essential.
|Edina High School raises awareness of the effects of drunk
driving at their annual Mock Crash event.
What do you think? I invite you to add your suggestions in the comment section below.


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I spent a bit of time this last week putting together a wee video that pulls together some of the better photos and footage we have of Cohen from his first three months of life. This one goes out to all the family and friends we have spread out across New Zealand and the world, who don't get to see Cohen as much as we'd like. It's been quite cool reflecting on all we've done and how much he's grown in a few short months. Enjoy!
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Just amazing guys – great song choice Marcus and yes, Cohen already does and will have a cool cool life with such devoted parents – you are doing a stunning job – the love that comes from family means EVERYTHING. Looking forward to another family gathering this weekend xxxx


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VIDEO: Corey Taylor Rips Apart Axl Rose For Treating Fans Badly
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During a recent interview on The Opie Radio Show, Slipknot's Corey Taylor slammed Guns N' Roses front-man Axl Rose for making fans wait hours and hours at live shows because his band was always late. Taylor gets into a heated argument with a caller in the video interview below. WARNING: Video contains offensive language


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SOURCE: Tanke, Inc.
February 18, 2014 08:15 ET
First Agreement Contributes $4.8 Million in 2014 Revenues
First Agreement Contributes $4.8 Million in 2014 Revenues
ST. LOUIS, MO--(Marketwired - Feb 18, 2014) - Tanke, Incorporated (OTC Pink: TNKE) (the "Company"), a diversified holding company focused on emerging technologies and "cleantech" is pleased to announced the signing of an incubation, management and investment agreement with Xinyue Coating and Finishing Ltd., a company headquartered in Jiaxing City, China. The agreement is expected to bring management revenues of $4.8 million in 2014 and additional incubation and investment revenues of $60 million.
Tanke's incubation and management program will provide Xinyue microfunding, management and financial advisory services to transform their export dependent model into a growth oriented one thought diversification, brand promotion and technology adaptation.
"Xinyue reputation in their regional industry is already very good and under our incubation and investment program we expect them to expand into new, larger opportunities and broaden their geographic distribution. Its business is in a growing and undiscovered industry which we like, a good investment opportunity with much upside potential," stated Xiaoying Zhang, CEO of Tanke Inc.
Xinyue is a leading pigment, dye and paint manufacturer and distributor in the Zhejiang Province, a coastal area with over 54 million population and a GDP of $613 billion (2013), 4th largest regional GDP in China.2 Xinyue is a well established dye, pigment and paint company's whose main product have traditionally served the export-oriented market. After a decade, they have grown to become the leader in their region with a group turnover of over $500 million. However, dependency on the export market has required them to diversify into other market and business segments. The company is a successful startup case. "We started with just one truck, a handful of brushes, and the desire to provide general contractors with resources on which they could depend," says Joseph Z. Miao, Founder and President of Xinyue.
The worldwide market for dye and pigments is expected to rise to US$34.2 billion by 2020.5 Asia has the highest rate on a quantity basis followed by Europe and North America. The Dye and pigment in the US alone is an $8 billion industry, where inorganics represents 68% of the industry revenues, according to the US Census Bureau. The worldwide market had a total volume of around 7.4 million tons (2006) and US$ 20.5 billion in 2009, around 1.5-2% up from the previous year. Stable growth rate is expected for the near future. Demand in the US for paint and coating alone is expected to rise 4.2% annually to 1.5 billion gallons by 2017 with the architectural and automotive market remain the fastest growth and the residential offering good opportunities with Asia Pacific being the largest market in the world. The worldwide sales are said to increase up to US$ 24.5 billion in 2015, and reach US$ 27.5 billion in 2018. 1,3,4,6
"We are thrilled to enter to this agreement with Xinyue. We announced the launch of our new innovative and strategic incubation program this year 2014 and this agreement marks the beginning of it; a program that is aimed at accelerating companies growth though technologies and brands to the market, this incubation and management program is expected to bring to Tanke revenues of $4.8 million as a start and go up to $60 million," stated Xiaoying Zhang, CEO of Tanke Inc.
"We at Xinyue have aggressive expansion plans currently underway; we hope to grow a portion of our target market over the next few years. Tanke's incubation model will further enhance our reputation via brand promotion but also reduce operating costs and create new revenue potential," stated Joseph Maio, President of Xinyue.
"We are happy to be at the ground floor of this opportunity. Pigment, dye and paint industry growth is stable in the USA and largest in Asia. China, being one of the fastest growing markets in the world warrants our continued expansion. Moreover, our expertise in high growth industries, development of proprietary technology & brand promotion is a good combination with Xinyue strategic networks and distribution channels throughout China. It will position us to become a significant player in the region and enable Xinyue to achieve a global reach," added Xiaoying Zhang, CEO of Tanke.
Additional information is available on the Company's website: www.tankeinc.com or contact Investor Relations at: firstname.lastname@example.com
1. Dye & Pigment Manufacturing Market Research Report Sept 2013.IBISWorld.
2. Transparency Market Research "Dyes and Pigments Market - Global Industry Analysis, 2013 - 2019.
3. Paint & Coatings - Industry Research. Freedonia
4. Dyes and Pigments Market - Globall Industry Analysis 2013-2019. Transparency Market Research
5. Market Study Pigments, 3rd Ed., Ceresana, 11/13.
6. Market Report World Pigment Market, Acmite Market Intelligence
About Tanke Incorporated
Tanke is a diversified holding company with the mission to develop, manage and finance emerging companies in high growth industries. Tanke is focused in the development of environmental technologies and "Cleantech" for a wide range of markets such as commercial, industrial and municipal applications. Tanke believes that globalization and the emergence of Asia stresses natural resources, water, energy and food, and environmental technologies will be at the forefront of the new paradigm shift in usage of resources. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates in the world and with its deep experience in China - the fastest growing emerging market in the world, Tanke seeks to grow through acquisitions, organic growth in the USA and also in the emerging markets. Our holdings consist of: Environmental & Water technologies, eWaste and reverse logistics technologies, and The Triple R Water recycling technology under the Re:Water™ brand.
Safe Harbor Statement: Certain statements and information included in this release may constitute "forward-looking statements" as defined in the Federal Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied in such statements. Additional discussion of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from management's projections, estimates and expectations is contained in the Company's disclosures. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events or developments, except as required by federal securities laws.
Additional information is available on the Company's website: www.tankeinc.com
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Sam Johnstone has re-joined Doncaster Rovers.
The 21-year-old goalkeeper has returned to the Keepmoat Stadium on loan until January - a deal that represents an excellent transfer coup for the club.
Rovers have been busy trying to tie up a deal for the highly-rated Manchester United stopper, who enjoyed an excellent spell at the Keepmoat last season and became a firm fans' favourite.
Paul Dickov revealed last week that Jed Steer will return to Aston Villa at the end of his three month loan deal, which ends after Saturday's clash at Bradford City.
England Under 21 international Johnstone watched Rovers in their recent 3-1 defeat at Fleetwood Town and is thought to have been at the Keepmoat on Saturday to take in the 0-0 draw with MK Dons.
He first arrived at Rovers at the end of the January transfer window as cover for the injured Ross Turnbull.
He went on to make 18 appearances in the relegation run in for Dickov's men and managed to keep Turnbull out of the side once he returned to fitness.
Rovers' relegation from the Championship looked to have put paid to their hopes of re-signing the 21-year-old, who spoke publically of his desire for a season-long loan in the second tier.
Johnstone featured for Manchester United during their pre-season tour to the United States but an elbow injury hampered his summer, causing him to miss out on a loan move.
And his hopes of forcing his way into United's first team plans suffered a blow when Ben Amos and Anders Lindegaard were selected as David De Gea's understudies by Louis Van Gaal.
He does remain highly rated by Manchester United, as well as the England age group set up.
Shortly before his first loan move to Doncaster he signed a new five year deal with the Old Trafford club.


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One of the most important lessons we can teach students is that failure does not have to be a stop sign--it can be a sign pointing toward success. A strategy I used was to profile famous people whoThis webpage describes 19 such people.
are considered successes, along with their failures.
For example, check out this profile of Taylor Swift:
She may have only been 11 years old at the time, but the young and driven TSwift struggled at first to find a record label in Nashville, Tennessee, that would sign her. During a middle school spring break, she took a demo CD of her singing karaoke covers of country stars Dolly Parton, the Dixie Chicks and LeAnn Rimes to Music Row and handed copies to as many music label receptionists as she could, but said she wasn't signed because "everyone in that town wanted to do what I wanted to do." She clearly found her niche, though -- this musical princess has since learned how to play quite a few instruments, taken over the country and pop-rock scene, and openly defied one the most popular music streaming companies.
For the entire list, click here.


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A: There are multiple types of radios which we might place on your roof. The smallest is about the size of a 32 ounce cup and the largest is the same size that is used by satellite TV providers. Each install depends on how close you are to a tower site and the bandwidth you want us to guarantee.
Q: How does the wireless service work?
A: The Bluespan Wireless service is a microwave line-of-sight service designed for the delivery of high-speed data, voice, and fax services. We are not a WiFi service, though we are compatible with standard WiFi routers. We install a radio at your location and point that to a tower site which has the best coverage in your area.
Q: How can you provide such quality?
A: Changes in the microwave industry have allowed us to provide a high speed, high quality reliable signal. We use the strongest form of fiber optic internet in Tucson. We also have created a self-healing network.
Q: Do you offer a wireless router?
A: Yes, we do offer residential and business wireless routers. If you have a wireless router of any brand or model we can use it too. Our residential wireless router runs $180 and you will own this device. We will be able to configure it for you as part of diagnosing any connection issues you might have. Business devices are quoted based on the needs we are trying to meet.
Q: I can't connect to the wireless network. What should I do?
A: First check that your computer has a wireless network card, and that it is turned on (note: some laptops have a manual switch to turn the wireless card on and off). Check the strength of your signal by inspecting the wireless signal indicator. Ensure that the quality of your link and signal strength are good. If not, change the location of your computer to capture a stronger signal. Double-check your network settings. Ensure that your settings are adjusted to DHCP, or are set to obtain an IP address automatically.
Q: I am connected to my network, but no webpage loads when I open my browser.
A: Double-check your browser's security settings, and ensure that SSL 2.0 is activated. If a message about the site's security certificate appears, click continue. Make sure that your computer's firewall is not barring your internet access. Make sure that any third-party firewall installed (such as Norton Internet Security, Zone Wall, EndPoint, Norton 360, etc.) isn't blocking your wireless access.
Q: While I use the network regularly, why does the signal or speed will vary from one online session to another?
A: Make sure that you aren't close to any interference sources (microwaves, 2.4Ghz cordless phones, Bluetooth devices, video game devices, other tenants' wireless networks, or any other device running at 2.4Ghz. Try to relocate away from these interferences, or turn them off if you're able. Also avoid physically dense barriers (walls, etc.)
Q: How often do you have downtime? If our service is down what is your response time usually like?
A: With Bluespan, you can expect flawless operation 99.9% of the time. If your business needs exceed this, Bluespan can furnish you with divergent and redundant connections. Bluespan connections are monitored every 180 seconds. Our engineers are aware of outages immediately and can begin remedying the issue often before our customers are even aware of it.
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A: Wireless can raise concern questions for many customers. But our wireless broadband products utilize carrier-grade toughness and superior performance with enhanced security measures. These features of our wireless security and our seasoned Bluespan network engineers are extremely effective at preventing listening to your network.
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Q: Are there any discounts?
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Q: Do you offer VoIP telephone service and is your service compatible with Skype, Vonage, or other VoIP services?
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Q: My HOA (Homeowners Association) doesn't allow antennas on the roof. Can I get your service?
A: The FCC has ruled many times in the past that your homeowners association cannot restrict you from placing an antenna on your roof for your own use. The FCC web link to the explicit ruling is https://www.fcc.gov/media/over-air-reception-devices-rule. Bluespan installation personnel are sensitive to the aesthetic aspects of our installations and will review the installation plan with you prior to performing any work.
Q: Do I need a phone line?
A: No, we install carrier grade, shielded, Ethernet cable. The same cable that computers and printers are normally connected to in a network. Bluespan service is completely self-contained and does not require any phone line. This removes you from dealing with copper based telephone and cable companies and their deteriorating infrastructure.
Q: How much are taxes and fees?
A: We currently do not charge any taxes or fees on the internet service. Voice and fax services do have fees associated per month. $2.50 E911 fee and 5% USF fee.
Q: Will you use my current wiring?
A: No, we do not use any current wiring in your home, which can be part of why your connection has been less than satisfactory. Old telephone and coaxial cable deteriorates over time. We install a new, higher grade of Ethernet cable into your home. It supports Gigabit data transfers, is UV protected for the Arizona environment, it reduces electrical build up, and is electromagnetically shielded.
Q: I have a DSL or cable modem with Wi-Fi. Will it work?
A: No, those devices are specific to how you receive internet and are not interchangeable. We do not use RJ11 telephone cables or Coaxial cable to bring you internet service.
Q: Can I run a VPN on my internet connection?
A: Certainly, as long as your VPN settings are correctly installed and enabled from your VPN administrator.
Q: Can I stream movies or television from Hulu or Netflix?
A: In most cases, yes, you can stream video via our services. But it is important to know the system requirements from Hulu and Netflix, because streaming video smoothly requires an extensive amount of bandwidth.
Hulu's website shares these recommendations for streaming video:
720p - a minimum of 3.5Mbps downstream bandwidth
480p - a minimum of 1.5Mbps downstream bandwidth
360p - a minimum of 1.0Mbps downstream bandwidth
Netflix recommends these three levels for what they call Video Quality:
0.5 Megabits per second - Required broadband connection speed
1.5 Megabits per second - Recommended broadband connection speed
3.0 Megabits per second - Recommended for SD quality
5.0 Megabits per second - Recommended for HD quality
25 Megabits per second - Recommended for Ultra HD quality (4k)
If you are experiencing issues with Netflix, login to your Netflix account and find "Your Account & Help." Then select "Manage Video Quality" and adjust your streaming to "Good Quality."
Q: When will I be billed?
A: We offer 1st of month and 15th of the month billing; you can pick. We charge your payment via credit or debit cards with Visa and MasterCard logos.
Q: How will I be billed?
A: Your monthly bills will be emailed to you in pdf format. In order to view them, you will need some form of Adobe Acrobat Reader. It is very important that you notify Bluespan representative immediately if you change your primary email address.
Q: When will my credit card be charged?
A: Credit card charges are charged to your account on the 1st of each month.


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Today we have more choices than ever before on the type of camouflage we wear. The problem is that many people are misinformed on what good camouflage is. So consequently people are mislead into buying sub-rate camouflage and never get to fully appreciate what a really good camouflage pattern can do for you. What works well for deer hunting doesn't work well for evading the ultimate predator, MAN!
Two good rules to follow:
1. No camouflage pattern works every where, or for all season's.
2. Black works nowhere; black will get you killed….
To prove my point about black, for all you who are now getting pissed off, please keep an open mind. In the book The Ultimate Sniper by Maj. John Plaster, on page 305, he says that black BDU's (Battle Dress Uniform) suffer from the same short coming as olive drab by making your outline even more distinct. He also goes on to relate a story from the 1990 Mississippi Tactical Officers Association competition where, EVERY BLACK ATTIRED competitor had been detected during there observation exercises. Need more proof? In the book Techniques and Equipment of the Deadly Marksmen – SNIPER, by Mark Spicer, who at the time of the writing had been in the British army for 18 years and a sniper for 15 of those years wrote on page 62, that black elastic should not be used because there are very few if any naturally black areas of vegetation, to attach this to your ghuillie suit is to court death. A trained observer or indeed another well trained sniper will spot black objects no matter how small or apparently insignificant. Wow! His words right out of the book. On page 71 he goes on to complain about the military issuing black combat boots and how they would greatly enhance the camouflage effect of the soldier by issuing tan or brown boots instead.
I myself played paintball for years, and have shot so many people wearing woodland BDUs, because the black splotches were so big and black they didn't match the surroundings and were dead giveaway. The team I played on used Bushland camo, we got made fun of more than once, because of its bright green and yellow green coloration. That was until we got out into the woods and started playing. Then everyone was like wow you guys just disappeared, with that stuff on. It is a great camo for dense areas in the late spring and summer, its' only draw back is it is very terrain and season specific. Another little known fact is that the average human eye with 20/20 vision can see a 1 inch stark contrasting object at 100 yards. Like a 1 inch black square on a white background. It works like the minute of angle principle were it is 2″ at 200 yards and 3″ at 300 yards and so on.
With the proliferation of scopes and binoculars these days that means you have to be even more careful. Wearing a Ghuillie suit is not practical for everyone, nor is it practical all the time.If you want a camo that works as good as possible where ever you are at, we now know to try to stay away from black, and we now know we want a pattern that is one inch or smaller so we need to start looking at the digital patterns which are great. I find is hard to get them in the colors that I like. One of the best camouflage patterns out there right now is the MultiCam camouflage is a really impressive type of camouflage pattern.
Inspect multicampattern's website and, check out the picture that they have of there camouflage and notice how bad the black things stand out. Additionally, look at the dark shadow that is created by the boonie hat and notice how it draws your eye there.
Another great site to check out so that you can see a lot of different camouflages at one time is www.kamouflage.net. Notice how the British went over to a smaller dpm pattern with less black in 1984. Check this stuff out, and think about what I have showed you here. I will write some more info on camouflage soon. Feel free to comment!!!
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A collection of original drawings from Walt Disney Studios are going on sale at an auction.
It includes original pencil drawings of Mickey Mouse, on notepaper, dating from around 1931. A series of drawings of one of the dwarfs from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, from 1937, tackling a wood-carving reveals a scene that never appeared in the final movie.
Also featured will be original painted film cells from Pooh Bear films, Lady and the Tramp from 1955, and 101 Dalmatians from 1961.
It belongs to Derbyshire collector David Smith and goes on sale at The Petersfield Antiques Fair at The Festival Hall, Petersfield from February 6 to 8.
Mr Smith said: 'Many of the artworks are either drawn by or come from the private collection of Thornton Hee, an animator, caricature artist, director and teacher who worked for Walt Disney Studios during the 1930s.
'He was well known across the movie industry as T.Hee.
'The painted cells are the originals used in the making of the film, not later copies so often found in shops today.
'Most of the hand-painted cells of the 500,000 or more needed to make a full-length movie were destroyed, thought to be worthless at the time.
'Such original cells are now highly sought after and rarely come on the open market.'
Prices start at £2,000 each. For more information telephone 01825 744074 or go to penman-fairs.co.uk.


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Published by Off the Park Press and edited by poet & critic Claudia La Rocco, this limited edition collection features the visual art and previously unpublished writings of 16 contemporary New York artists.
Vincent Como & Mark Dagley in Triangles, Ventana244, Brooklyn, NY
The art exhibition "Triangles" features seventeen contemporary artists and their different approaches on the subject of the triangular shape and is curated by Brooklyn based abstract artist and curator Melissa Staiger. The exhibition continues the conversation of this geometric symbol where artists such as Sonia Delaunay, Wassily Kandinsky and Blinky Palermo have left off.


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Larry Vaught has a nice article on UK linebacker Ronnie Sneed. While Sneed has played behind some great linebackers during his tenure at Kentucky, he has one freshman behind him pushing for playing time. Qua Huzzie is fast and would have played as a true freshman last season if he had not gotten injured.
One interesting comment I took away from the article was Sneed's comment about sharing the field with Danny Trevathan and Qua Huzzie. Is it possible all three could be on the field at the same time? Most feel Huzzie and Sneed are competing for the starting role? Like most others, I feel it will be hard to keep Huzzie off the field this fall.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Could Sneed be the playmaker in 2010?
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- AnonymousMay 5, 2010 at 8:40 PM
I assume that would entail one taking over a SLB spot from Dufrene/Wilson. Which one would take it? I would guess Dufrene with his experience and adaptabiliy and greater height for defending passes to TE's.ReplyDelete
By the way, any news about Ridge Wilson's position? Is he going to get reps at both DE and SLB? Sounds like our own version of Sergio Kindle/Brian Orakpo.
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The team over at Mane 6 has released the voice cast for Them's Fightin Herds now that it's dropping on the 22nd of this month. One big surprise is the inclusion of our very own Tara Strong as the voice behind their cow character Arizona! I suppose we will have to wait and see what kind of voice she decides to use for the character, but she does tend to stick to things relatively similar to Twilight.
You can find the post for this over here.
Thanks to Jeremy,Sunday, February 11, 2018 op 11:00 AM
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Creating a realistic F1 racing game on the N64 is no small feat. Not only do the physics have to replicate the feel of the real thing, but the programmers also need to recreate the real tracks with all their turns, long straights, and accurate details, and have over 20 cars race at the same time. This translates into large numbers of polygons on screen at once and large, detailed texture maps -- not ideal prerequisites for an N64 game.
What better developer to tackle the complex graphics and physics model than PilotWings creator Paradigm Entertainment? To be honest, after the release of the disappointing AeroFighters Assault, we didn't expect much of the latest co-production by Paradigm and Video System. But the moment we popped in the 60% complete version of F1 World Grand Prix, we found out that our worries were completely unfounded.
To put it bluntly: World Grand Prix looks awesome, controls well, and runs laps around Ubi's F1 Pole Position. If that doesn't convince you, consider that Nintendo recently picked up the international publishing rights to this game.
In the role of one of 22 (fully-licensed) drivers from all over the world, you compete in one of five different play modes:
World Grand Prix: Drive an authentic 1997 Grand Prix season on 17 tracks. Maneuvering the hairpin turns and twisted tracks of Monaco or Suzuka is not an easy task, so be sure to drive a few practice laps, then qualify for the race, warm up, and finally battle against 21 drivers from 11 teams. Make pit stops at key points in the game to change your tires or refuel.
Exhibition: Pick any track and driver and race between one and 35 laps against the rest of the pack. And since World Grand Prix is a racing sim at heart, you decide your fuel level, tire types, wings, and gear-box settings before each race.
Two-Player: Go head-to-head against a second player in a vertical or horizontal split-screen battle, then watch a one-screen replay of the race.
Challenge Mode: One of the coolest features in the game gives you the chance to jump into the midst of a historical race from the 1997 season and try to finish a set task. For example, you're Michael Schumacher trying to catch up with David Coulthard in the last lap on the Nuerburg Ring -- can you do it?
Time Trial: Compete against a ghost car. Each time you complete a lap in record time, the ghost car is updated with your latest performance.
The first thing you will notice when playing the game is the high amount of realism. The different courses are rendered with a keen eye for detail, down to the accurate billboards and cityscapes in the background. It looks like Paradigm is running some wicked LOD routines as you can look quite far into the distance with only light atmospheric fogging way in the background. Because of the detail involved, framerates are a bit erratic at times, but the game generally runs smoothly.
On the positive side, the detail level of the vehicles is suprisingly high. You will instantly recognize the different body shapes and features of the respective teams' cars. There are five viewpoints, including a cockpit view complete with the driver's hands moving the steering wheel. Very cool.
Some of the graphical effects in the game are outstanding and make the game look almost real. Your tires leave skid marks on the tracks, start smoking in tight turns or even kick up dirt when driving off the road. Weather conditions change from sunny, over cloudy, to rainy -- the latter featuring the most impressive rain effect on the N64 yet, complete with appropriately moody cloud backgrounds. And wait until you see the replay mode... Step back a few feet and you'll swear that it's a TV broadcast. Another example of the detail in the game is the brake glow. Go into a turn and put on the brakes and your front brake disks will turn red for a moment.
Other features include a graphically well-designed Head up Display (HUD) that provides key info on car at all times (race postion, current lap, and series of six warning lights detailing the car's vital signs), and a number of difficulty settings for both computer cars and your own steering (assistance such as automatic transmission, auto-braking).
In terms of audio, Paradigm included plenty of pit talk. Your team tells you via radio-transmission how far ahead the next opponent is or whether someone is behind you: "Coulthard is three seconds behind you."
Add to that Rumble Pak support, a built-in EEPROM to save your scores, and full steering wheel support, and World Grand Prix could turn out to be the dream F1 sim once it comes out this summer.


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A detailed account of WW2 in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The result, snippets of interesting in a sea of mundane. After the sinking of U-517 the comment is made in the book that "[m]ost of the crew survived and provided Allied intelligence with a detailed and accurate - and gripping - account of their exploits in Canadian waters." What this book did not deliver was the gripping.
Although Canada's Navy and Air Force appeared to be engaged in a losing battle in the St. Lawrence (for ex., it did not sink a single u-boat) during World War II, their determined efforts made St. Lawrence shipping an unattractive and risky target for German submarines. Mr. Sarty's research into German archives and the Allies declassified documents has produced a fascinating account of the military and political realities of the day: Canada had decided to focus the bulk of its limited military resources to the European and North African theatres, leaving an under-equipped, not-so-well trained force to deal with the German submarines who had every advantage on their side (for ex., the different temperature layers of the water made asdic or sonar virtually useless; the outdated aircraft and warships). I learned a great deal from this book. P.S. There will be - as I noticed in some online reviews of this book - some nit-pickers who will latch on to Mr. Sarty's use of kilometres/hour for ship and air-speed references. Well, I for one do not care for knots as a speed measurement: I don't undestand it and I frankly think km/h will make the book more intelligible to the greater number of readers. History - even military history - is too important to be catering to professional historians exclusively and to the knot-obsessed military types.
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For publishers gaining traffic is crucial. The largest source of traffic is usually called "search" – it is the traffic coming from search engines. The only way that leads to stable traffic gain from search engines is Search Engine Optimization (SEO) – a common headache for site development.
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