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- Phaedrus Mar 28, 2008 05:43 PM
OK, we have had three episodes, I think its time to make some determinations on this season's Cheftestants. So how does this season stack up in talent, and talent only against the previous seasons? A couple of criteria comes to mind when speaking of the comparison: how good is this class on average as compared to the other seasons and how wide spread are the talents of this season's candidates as compared to previous season's sacrificial lambs?
I am not enjoying as much this year...and I am not quite sure why. I don't like the quickfires as much, I know that.
I think the show, gulp, might be running it's course. It's tough to stimulate an audience when you've basically seen everything. I think if they wnat to have a season 5, they might very well have to change the format, or tweak it at least.
I think the quickfires are actually a little more exciting than the main competition, and possibly they should spend a little more time on that. I also think that expanding the show to 90 minutes and showing a little more background on the contestant, and definitely more of the decision making process would be great.
re: Withnail42
I'd like to see an all-star version too, but not a watered-down one like the "holiday" one they had last year.
re: xo_kizzy_xo
I was thinking of a regular full season, like they have done with Survivor and the Amazing Race.
re: Withnail42
LeeAnn waz robbed! Bring back LeeAnn!
I think they ought to go back to a smaller number of contestants, and maybe do a 90-minute opener where they mostly just introduce the folks and do a quickfire or something.
Last season I remember a lot of the same kinds of comments the first few weeks: it's just not as interesting, we don't care as much about the people, and so on; but I really think that's in large part because (a) there are too many of them and thus not enough time to get to know each one; and (b) it's early yet.
But I wasn't as inspired by the dishes that were cooked last season; it seemed like everything was well above my skill level and featured ingredients I can't get, much less use.
I vote that if there's a season 5, they go back to fewer contestants.
re: revsharkie
I agree, fewer contestants. Season 1 started with 12, and we knew them all after only one episode.
re: judybird
I would also like to see fewer contestants and then we could get to know them better. I also thought it was strange to have so many chefs from Chicago where the show is. I think part of the challenge in the past was adjusting to being away from home and out of their element.
re: revsharkie
???? why would you expect to cook at their level. Are you a chef?
I also agree that fewer contestants would yield a more interesting contest. How many more are there this year than last? I think maybe only one, but it does make a difference.
re: ChefJune
Season 1: 12
Season 2: 15
Season 3: 15
Season 4: 16
re: LindaWhit
That's kind of what I thought, but somehow, 15 seemed okay, but 16 is too many. Does that make any sense?
re: ChefJune
Yes. Straw + camel's back kind of thing. But I liked 12 better. It may even have forced the producers to focus more on the food and what they were doing with it.
re: ChefJune
It does. I think 12 was *almost* too few - but I'd probably be OK with 14. Still allows focus on food, as Caroline says, but also allows development of the cheftestants so we can get to know them and their cooking styles a bit more.
I find Season 4 lacking in a lot of ways. First and foremost, I don't think any of this year's "cheftestants" has reached to level of cooking expertise of previous seasons. For me, and I have watched all episodes to date, maybe one is beginning to "bloom" as an imaginative cook.
Then I think Padma and Collichio are "phoning in" their roles. Well, that, and the writers seem to be out to lunch. The thing on this last show (#3?) of having the chefs go door to door to gather food for a block party was not only lame, it was stupid. When does such a situation ever occur in real life? Just tooo "cutsely."
This season they are using a LOT of air time showing stuff that doesn't need to be shown. Try timing the opening sequence before they get around to the first round of cooking. Way too long. I don't think I'm alone, but I would like to see more of the cooking of each cheftestant, with maybe a bit of conversation with them about why they've chosen to cook what they are cooking. I'd certainly have been curious about why, under the sun, Erik chose corn dogs! Or why what's-her-name chose blinis, freely admitting she'd never even made them before. I just see lot of common sense mixed with imagination completely missing in this year's participants. There *is* no Hung this year! I'm often left with the feeling the show would be more interesting if they had a bunch of short order cooks from random restaurants competing.
Things have GOT to get better!!!
re: Caroline1
I agree that the timing seems off--I'm more interesting in the decision-making and preparation than the serving and reactions of the judges as they try everyting. Most of the finished dishes seem to appear out of thin air--how did that quinoa cake come together?
And can we ban the term "cheftestants"? It's awkward, gimmicky and should be wrapped up in a Glad bag and dumped in the trash.
re: newhavener07
I agree that this crew is not very impressive so far, but a big part is that the editors seem to be focusing more on the failures, the bad dishes, and the lapses in judgment. I guess there is a segment of the audience that loves watching "hot messes" as much as being inspired by great food.
This last episode almost no time was given to the successful dishes...they never even said what fruits were in Stephanie's winning fruit salad or how they were prepared or seasoned. Dale's pork skewers were never described in detail, and they were the best thing that team served.
It seems to me that Andrew, Stephanie and Mark have made some creative and outstanding food and they are my picks for the best so far. Let's hope the editors start being positive and stop trying to wring drama from the chefs making mistakes.
In terms of talent, the skill level seems to be the lowest of any of the other seasons. From what I remember of the previous season, there was at least two chefs with solid quickfire and solid challenge dishes. They may not be the winning dish, but they were always up there in the final tier. Also, they made dishes that were appealing.
This season seems more about personality, whining and smack talking. For all their talk, they don't seem to be bringing the goods. Maybe too much free booze at the house? Hard to work under a time constraint when you're hungover.
I hope they do the blind-folded tasting challenge this season. I think it's a hoot when the chefs brag about their palates, but get stumped on very common items.
re: dave_c
Are we watching the same season? Remember Season 1 with Lisa, the home cook and Candace, the culinary student/model? I disagree with those who say that Season 4 contestants are unimpressive. I don't think there are enough episodes shown to draw conclusions like that at this point. Right now, I'm watching Stephanie, Mark, Dale, Antonia and Richard. And I agree with kenito who says that editors like to showcase the failures more because it makes for better TV.
I think the reason there are so many contestants is because Bravo is trying to milk more episodes out of each season. It all comes down to money.
Just wanted to add (if Bravo's reading) that I absolutely hate the whole lesbian couple who have their own blog thing element on the show. I actually have a high threshold for stupid things like product placement. I understand that Top Chef is on Bravo, not PBS. But I feel that Bravo's really crossed the line with the couple thing. Leaves a really bad taste in my mouth.
re: Miss Needle
Agree with the fact that Season 1 had the worst of the worst and so far for me, Season 3 has been the best of the best. Still debating the TC4 cheftestants, but the standouts so far seem to be: Stephanie, Richard (although I dislike him - don't know if it's his hair or the molecular gastronomy thing), the Kiwi, Mark. Dale only had a bit of focus on him, even with the kebabs in the most recent episode supposedly being one of the best tasting items the judges ate.
The continual focus on Andrew I'm still trying to figure out - is it because he's going to implode, or because he's going to finally get it under control and start wiping up the floor with everyone else? Don't know. After the outburst last week, I'm leaning towards the implosion.
re: LindaWhit
I hope he implodes. The guy gets on my last nerve. "This is my house" - oh, please. Personally, I'm liking Antonia, Stephanie, and Dale so far.
re: Miss Needle
Exactly... Season 1 you had the home cook and the culinary student.
This season you have working chefs where a majority of them also have a culinary degree. I believe Erik, Zoi and Mark are the only self-taught chefs. Maybe my expectations are higher with working professionals and cheftestants that know what the show's about with three seasons worth of video to review.
re: dave_c
"I hope they do the blind-folded tasting challenge this season. I think it's a hoot when the chefs brag about their palates, but get stumped on very common items."
Looks like that's coming up on April 9th: "The budding chefs' taste buds are scrutinized in a taste test. Guest judge and chef Ming Tsai helps administer the exam. Later, the elimination challenge finds the contestants catering a high-class charity event using elements from the earth."
re: LindaWhit
More catering? Sigh. Maybe they at least get to cook on-site.
I'm feeling like they may have "jumped the shark" this season. The lesbian couple? Yawn. This season's contestants all seem to have an edge to them like they were chosen because they were "characters" rather than talented chefs. I know, I know, that has to be part of the equation, but with few exceptions, they're lacking anyone that I truly want to see win. I'll keep watching but I'm bored.
Having just watched the program the second time -- which is undoubtedly more of a comment on the state of TV programming than an interest in watching TC as many times as possible -- it occurs to me that there are certain things these puppies just don't seem to understand about food...
When you pack hot corn dogs (or any other breaded/batter encrusted food) in a closed metal container for transport without anything (paper towels?) inside the container to help reduce/absorb the condensation, they are going to sweat and turn soggy! When you reach your destination, unpack them, when your destination is well equipped with multiple charcoal barbecues, crisp them up!
When you make mac and cheese using melted Velveeta as a major component of the sauce, the nature of Velveeta is to reharden when cold. Use a not-too-thick bechamel sauce with grated cheese for flavor as your sauce so it won't turn into a "brick" when cold.
Don't set up false expectations for your dish by calling it a classic name when it isn't anything close to the classic dish. Waldorf salad does not contain chicken OR blue cheese. I have to wonder how that salad, that sounds quite interesting, would have been recieved if they had called it "Bleu Apple Salad," or something else instead of Waldorf? I don't recall any criticisms of the salad -- "sogginess" included -- that weren't tied to them calling it "Waldorf." You set up expectations for something with a classic name, you'd better meet those expectations or you will end up paying a price for misleading people. They paid the price.
All three of these criticisms fall within basic "Cooking 101" in my book. So why don't these people, who have chosen above-and-beyond-short-order-cooking as their life pursuit know these things? I'm having difficulty coming up with a reasonable answer to that one.
From what I've seen, this group is neither as talented or interesting as previous contestants (I didn't watch season two..but watched season 1 and 3 faithfully). Okay, you're competing in Chicago...I would expect the Chicago pizza challenge, Mexican and Rick Bayliss as a judge, a hot dog challenge at some point, a steakhouse challenge, possible tailgaiting depending on when filming was, and something to do with a Chicago celebrity such as Oprah or Michael Jordan. I would come armed with a cake recipe, cookie and pie crust since I am a non-baker. I would LISTEN to the challenges and judges. You know there are going to be teams challenges (I hope that isn't the case this week) involving off site prep for large numbers. This season there are too many contestants and it seems as if none of them have ever watched the program.
re: Janet from Richmond
They did film a tailgating challenge. No idea when (if) it will air.
A lot of this thread has migrated to complaints about the show not focusing enough on food but I'll keep on task here and name who I think are the strongest contenders:
Richard (even though something about him bothers me)
I also really like Spike and Andrew despite their sometimes annoying personalities.

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For all those saying we didn't see much of the content - we sure did. We've done the very same quests you have, (some of us prefered instance grinding) we only did it faster and without any sleep. Overall I personaly think that Blizzard did a really great job with the quests and 5man dungeons, which is what the majority of the players will experience during the next month. But, once players reach the raidinstances, they'll notice a major drop of quality, and the difficulty seems to assume that you've never raided before (with a few bosses being exceptions).
of course you saw the same quests, you had months in beta to learn the content.
world firsting something when you've spent months in beta is such a LOLworthy achievment. I'd freaking HOPE you could spend months training on the content and then world first it. Hell any 25 dedicated retards could do that.
You want respect, go at it blind. No prior knowledge, no prior practice. That's something worth noting.
You've accomplished nothing that any other 25 people with the same drive, same access and same commitment of time couldnt do.
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Ah, I think this is the crux of the issue.
Speaking as somebody who has, in fact, never raided before, I'm quite glad that the new Endgame content is accessible to, well, people like me. Sure, ideally I'd like to do all the original and BC raid content *as well* but in practice that's going to be difficult, if only because now the level cap's off, finding a large group of people to come and do the Black Temple, all of whom are *exactly* level 70 and who *aren't* heading straight to Northrend is going to be next to impossible. Ultimately the only way to get the real "endgame" experience is going to be to play the actual endgame and there will always be people, like me, who have never done it before.
To put it another way, the assumption that the players have never raided before will, for many, many people, be correct.
Now I do, in fact, understand your concerns. Anything that's accessible to somebody like me is going to be trivial to somebody like you, but anything that's interesting to somebody like you is going to be impossible for somebody like me. Ideally people like me would be able to practice on the "old" endgame, but in practice it doesn't work like that and never has.
What this means is that the Endgame *will* actually have to stay at about the same level of difficulty, which means that from the perspective of guys like you it's going to get "easier" because you've done it all a hundred times before. Hopefully that will change in upcoming content patches.
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the difficulty seems to assume that you've never raided before
Good. That's the point.
Like it or not, there will be people in the months to come that DO reach level 80 having never raided before. Where are they supposed to learn? Because of the way the levelling curve works, UBRS / Karazhan etc. aren't any use as training instances. There has to be somewhere for newbies to get into the raid game for the very first time, which means that having the first instance be puggable in quest blues with a non-optimised raid composition is exactly correct tuning.
As for you - you haven't actually completed all the game's challenges, and it's false to claim you have. Come back when you've done Sartharion with all drakes alive, and then you can complain that you've run out of content. The hard-mode achievements are the content that was made and tuned for you, and I do honestly wish you the very best of fortune with it. Now go and get started! Meanwhile, quit bitching about the fact that you completed the training-wheels instances quickly. That's what they're FOR.
I would've thought that the 10 man instances served as the casual or learning approach to raiding. I have no complaints about that said instances are easy. Just give it a few weeks and even casual guilds will have beaten all 25man content, and then you might see the point I'm trying to make.
It sounds to me like you're suggesting that we should've done something different? It's not like we can intentionally fail on an encounter just to slow things down. Don't take me wrong, we love raiding and we love challenges - but the only challenge that seems to exist at the moment is how fast you do things.


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My husband had a very beloved jacket that was disintegrating. So I thought I'll give it a try, I cut it apart and made a pattern after the old one, I added 5cm on the length (according to his wishes) and voila!
Aug 18, 2008, 07.29 PMby thehessonfamily
great jacket. you are very talented. did you happen to make a pattern for future reference…? ♥
Dec 6, 2007, 11.31 PMby jeffrey
really nice
Aug 30, 2007, 02.51 PMby bellamabella
this is great. its so professional. i kinda wish i had a guy the house so i could make him clothes.
Aug 30, 2007, 05.41 AMby lilo
Thankx for all your kind feed-back, heartwarming!
Benedikta, my husband likes casual clothing; he is very tall, so he has triuble in finding clothes long enough (e.g. sleeves). The jacket has been a hit, he wants more :) He also likes polo-shirts and casual (jeans-type) trousers.
Elaine, I was considering to reuse the zippers, but they were kinda worn down so they had to go, but the rope and the stoppers at the hood come from the old jacket. The old jacket had also a stretch (net) lining, mine is plain black thin (non-stretch) cotton, so I had to adjust for it (cut my lining bigger than the original – I had great help from the video on this site showing how to line a jacket, Steffi I think it was).
Nora, the initials are mine :-)
Aug 29, 2007, 06.09 PMby nora
Fabulous! Are the letters his initials?
Aug 29, 2007, 05.05 PMby elainemay
another great piece! your work looks so professional. did you reuse any parts of the old jacket to make the new one?
Aug 29, 2007, 05.02 PMby benedikta
good job lilo, what a lucky husband you got..he is almost smiling :). Even more a reason to get men's pattern on the site as soon as possible! What would your husband like to have?
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So I was playing my ORIGINAL xbox (not the 360) and the screen then said no signal (like it does when the xbox is off) then I looked at my xbox and the green light around the eject button started blinking orange. I unplugged it and I tryed again, same results. The next day it worked good, then 10 minutes later it happoned again. PLEASE help. And dont tell me to buy a xbox 360 'cuz I already have one.
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No, it's not a 360. This is an ORIGINAL xbox. Please help.
If I remember right, that indicated a problem with the a/v cord: either unplugged or not correctly plugged in or broken. And since your post states "...no signal" I would say that is the problem. Problem is, you are going to have a time replacing the cord.
The original Xbox, or Xbox1 if you will, displays flashing orange/green when there is no a/v cable detected. This would mean one of three things.+
I love the fact this question has come up though, I miss the old DirectX Box.
Also, try cleaning all ends of the A/V cable with a dry cloth to get any debris or fingerprints off the contacts.
I looked this up online and found out it may be overheating. Checked the back where the fan is, no air. The fan isn't running and the xbox is overheating. Any ideas? Thanks. :)
Also, it flashes orange, not orange/green
MuffinKing2013Checked the back where the fan is, no air. The fan isn't running and the xbox is overheating. Any ideas?
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Orange lights mean there is a possible display output problem. Try these steps:
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As it works for a while it cold either be movement around the console/TV that works the connection loose or it could be that the GFX is overheating and the console isn't getting enough air circulating around it (make sure it has lots of room and that the vents on the console are clear of any dust) or is slowly giving up which would require repair/replacement of the console.
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LAKE CITY (WATE) - Some Lake City residents say they're serious about changing their town's name to Rocky Top. They say it would bring big business to the struggling area.
Lake City is about 20 miles north of Knoxville, just off Interstate 75.
This isn't the first time residents have wanted to change the town's name. The original name was Coal Creek, but that changed after the completion of Norris Dam in 1936. Now, residents say they're ready for another fresh start.
"I'm not sure they really took it serious at first, but it has caught on," said Donald Douglas.
Lake City Commissioner Donald Douglas has lived here all of his life. He said his town is struggling with poverty and drug issues.
"Our city needs a shot in the arm, and I believe this is a shot that will help us," Douglas said.
Lake City Chief of Police Jim Shetterly agrees.
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The idea for the name change started when city leaders voted to turn this former bank into a coal miner's museum. That caught the eye of the owners of Rocky Top Bottling, based in Knoxville. Now, they want to develop this area into an amusement complex with a water park, restaurant and theaters.
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Every year on the last Wednesday of August in the town of Buñol, La Tomatina, the world's largest tomato fight takes place. It is said to have begun when two young men (now in their 70's) began throwing tomatoes at conservative officials during the town's fiestas. The fight gained momentum drawing passers by into the battle and has been celebrated annually ever since.
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The festivities of La Tomatina begin around 10 am. The bounty of tomatoes are hauled into the center of Buñol via truck from Extremadura, where they are less expensive. The tomato fight begins only when someone manages to climb a 7 meter greased pole near the town center that has a jamón dangling at the top.
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Over 20,000 participants show up from around the world to participate
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Dear Janet Louise,
I dreamed we lived in a home that was on the grounds of a zoo. One day the animals all escaped from their enclosures and were roaming all over the place. We had to close the doors and windows of the house, especially the garage door which was remote-controlled. The animals were making a lot of noise and we had to help the zoo people round them up. I can remember feeling quite scared.
Eventually we made a path for the animals to go down, by putting up fences so that they had an aisle to walk down. The animals came down the passageway together: bears, tigers, alligators, lions, giraffes and so on. They didn't seem bothered by each other's presence. The hardest animal to get to go down the aisle was a silverback ape. He was beautiful and seemed to think he was too important to be following all the other animals. He eventually let me hold his hand and walk with him down the aisle back into his enclosure. What does this dream mean?
TS, by email
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I can tell there is an overwhelming sense of freedom being lost here. You are not in control of your waking life and there is chaos and confusion everywhere. It's time to address a situation that is in need of clarity. You have amazing talents that are craving to be recognised. Be yourself and break out to show what you are capable of. Believe in yourself and stick to your decisions. You are dying to explore, to be mischievous and, in particular, you have a strong desire to break free sexually. A wee warning – be careful. You may be being deceived by someone who is close to you.
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Cupcakes ! ! !
I did a large order of cupcakes for a wedding in September and I found the photos just the other day. I couldn't pass up posting them because cupcakes are my favorite and these flavor combinations were SO yummy ! ! ! !
They used my 6-tier cupcake stand to display these yummy cupcakes and a 6" fondant cake on top (not pictured) to cut for pictures.
Dark chocolate cupcakes filled with chocolate ganache and peanut butter frosting. Topped with a peanut butter cup.
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When describing the bath tub scene, you incorrectly referred to Jason as "Eric." I guess this was a continuing thought from your previous paragraph. I highly doubt Sarah would be giving a sponge bath to a vampire…
Sookie doesn't know Jason is at the Fellowship Church in in Texas – he told her he was going to the "Malboro" Baptist church in Baton Rouge (after quickly looking at a Malboro cigarette ad in the the bar.)
Don't you mean Jason is getting a sponge bath?
I agree, the Sookie character is really being dumbed down. The whole Sookie/Bill story line is a bit of a yawn. They need to separate the two for a while.
I think there should have been more research when this article was written. Several errors.
Sookie does not know that Jason is with the FOS. He told her he was going to the Marlboro Baptist Church Camp.
Come on Wall Street Journal. Make sure you have your facts right before posting an article. If you can't get the character names correct on a puff piece, what errors are being made on your serious financial reports?
This episode certainly didn't advance the plot that much, but I liked the revelations and the different pacing, and as there are still 7 episodes left, a lot can still happen. I have a full review on my blog.
I believe you're incorrect about Sookie's knowledge of Jason's whereabouts. She knows he's at a Jesus camp but not that he's with that crazy militia.
Sookie does not know that Jason is involved with the FotS.
Sookie knows that Jason is going to a church retreat, he never gave her the real name….think he said it was the Church of Marlboro.
That was Bill's maker walking down the hallway at the end of the episode, right?
"stellar supporting cast" LOL This show has some of the worst acting i've ever seen!! Let me guess: You would love to be a vampire. LOL
I am surprised the Wall Street Journal has allowed a story with lazy reporting to stay posted for this long. It seems most of the facts are wrong from the recap of last week, including the fact that Sookie doesn't k ow which church Jason is attending. Please stop posing these random blogger type stories that have minimal reporting, and even less to say on an observarable level.
Anna Paquin has proved on TrueBlood how poor her acting abilities are. That is why she is being "dumbed down" and why her part is getting smaller. She had to audition 5 or 6 times and beg for the part. Alan Ball messed up in giving her the Sookie role. I think he knows it now, and in order to save the show he had to cut her part down.
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2010 Lexus RX 450h: Review
This second-generation luxury hybrid crossover is the complete package.
- Economy/performance blend unmatched
- Impeccable fit and finish
- Roomy and practical cabin
- Deserves bolder styling
- Tiny climate control buttons
- Gas engine coarser than expected
Introduced in 2004 as a 2005 model, the Lexus RX 400h became the first luxury crossover powered by a hybrid drive system. It was the closest thing at the time to a guilt-free SUV we'd ever seen: luxurious, powerful and more fuel-efficient than its gas-powered sibling, the RX 300.
This year, Lexus is upgrading the RX Series, including its luxe hybrid. Powered by an extensively redesigned version of the constantly evolving Lexus Hybrid Drive system, the all-new 2010 RX 450h benefits from the myriad changes and upgrades to the third-generation RX platform. It combines an impressive array of features and technologies, typical Lexus build quality and a powertrain that offers a segment-leading blend of performance and fuel economy.
Model Lineup
The RX 400h is powered by a muscular version of the gas-electric hybrid powertrain introduced in North America by the Toyota Prius in 2001. It was built around a 3.3-liter V6 gasoline engine that could develop 270 horsepower.
The new RX 450h — hybrid model designations are not tied to the gas engine's displacement— gets a thoroughly revised hybrid powertrain and will be offered in a single trim with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Several packages are offered: Premium, Comfort, Luxury, Sports and Navigation, some of them interdependent, with almost 20 stand-alone optional items. Slightly larger than its predecessor, the RX 450h also offers a bit more space for five passengers.
A number of styling elements distinguish the RX 450h from its RX 350 sibling, most notably the design of its grille and front bumper. It also gets a set of exclusive alloy wheels with thinner, split spokes, and blue accents have been added to the headlights, rear lights, hybrid-specific badges and gauge cluster. Finally, the Aurora White Pearl color is another RX 450h exclusive, as well as a black and light gray interior trim package with black accents.
Optional and exclusive on the RX 450h are LED headlamps, complete with headlamp washers that will set it further apart from the RX 350. These will also last longer and draw less power over their useful life.
Under the Hood
Pop the hood and you'll find an all-new version the high-tech Lexus Hybrid Drive system. It combines a new 3.5-liter V6 engine running on the Atkinson cycle, lighter and more powerful electric motors, and a smaller, lighter and more potent control unit. Under the Atkinson cycle, intake valves close later to delay compression and reduce energy loss. This improves combustion and fuel economy while reducing exhaust temperature. A new system called the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system reduces energy loss further, to improve economy by eliminating the fuel enrichment needed to avoid overheating catalytic converters under high loads.
Another new system recovers heat from the exhaust pipe to accelerate engine warm-up and allow the crucial engine-stop function to kick in much earlier, more often and for longer periods, improving fuel economy and reducing emissions appreciably. With its selectable EV mode, the RX 450h can also run short distances on electric power, but only under specific conditions.
The V6 engine by itself delivers 245 horsepower at 6000 rpm, up 37 from the RX 400h's 3.3-liter V6. Torque is rated at 234 lb-ft at 4800 rpm, up from 212 at 4400 rpm in the previous model. The system's combined maximum output is 295 horsepower, which is a 27-pony increase over the RX 400h. Yet the RX 450h's Environmental Protection Agency fuel-efficiency ratings of 28 mpg city and 27 mph highway (26 mpg for the AWD version) are 8 to 12 percent better than its predecessor. The RX 450h is certified as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) in California, which means that it produces almost 70 percent less emissions than other vehicles.
The new hybrid system's 288-volt nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery pack, nestled under the rear seat, is smaller and lighter than in the first-generation hybrid RX. The front-wheel-drive RX 450h's hybrid powertrain uses two electric motor-generators, and the all-wheel-drive RX 450h gets a third one to drive the rear wheels without a transfer case or driveshaft. The power-steering pump, water pump and air-conditioning compressor are all driven by electricity instead of the engine, which reduces parasitic losses, as well.
Inner Space
Designers were also busy reshaping the RX 450h inside. The fruit of their labor is a new cabin that is entirely Lexus-like, with top-quality materials and smooth controls. The instrument panel has stylish swoops, but the actual controls and components are straightforward and pragmatic. The carmaker's white-on-black gauges with fluorescent needles, for example, are nestled within a large cluster, rather than the old model's trio of interlaced, cylindrical housings.
Upgrades and several innovative features are discreetly integrated with ease of use and efficiency in mind. The optional navigation system uses a hard-disk drive instead of DVDs to source maps, which are displayed through an 8-inch LCD mounted in the center of the dash. The screen shrinks to a 7-inch display for audio and HVAC settings when the navigation system is not ordered. Either way, graphics and resolution are impressive. And since the screens are placed farther to better remain in the driver's line of sight and depth of field, reducing visual disruption and distraction, Lexus designed a mouselike controller called Remote Touch and installed it on the center console.
The Remote Touch controller is perhaps the biggest development here. It acts similar to BMW's iDrive and Audi's MMI systems, but instead of a fixed knob that spins to run various vehicle functions, the Lexus system acts more like a sophisticated computer mouse—moving on multiple planes. It can also be programmed for different levels of tactile feedback, just like a video game controller. With buttons on either side of the unit, controls are accessible by both driver and passenger.
The Remote Touch controller works but requires too much effort, and is, thus, distracting to the driver. Thankfully, the system accepts voice commands as well, and is equipped with some of the best voice-recognition software we've ever used. The Multi-information steering-wheel switches also do a good job as redundant controls. The optional heads-up display also offers clear, high-contrast data about your speed and both navigation info and audio system settings.
Predictably, the RX 450h offers a full selection of communications and infotainment features, including optional 12-speaker and 15-speaker audio systems, above the standard 9-speaker unit. Also available are video monitors for blind areas at the side, a back-up camera and automatic high-low beam switching. Passive safety is handled with 10 standard airbags and a rollover sensor in addition to crash-worthy structural elements.
On the Road
The RX 450h has an all-new double-wishbone rear suspension instead of the McPherson strut arrangement on its predecessor. This design typically improves wheel control and handling, but it is also more compact, adding six inches in width between wheelwells in the cargo bay. The front suspension also gets a thicker stabilizer bar and inversely wound springs that prevent angle variations on bumps, and the steering now has speed-variable electric assist. Wider 18-inch alloy wheels and 235/60R18 tires are standard, and 235/55R19 tires optional, mounted on alloy wheels with a hybrid-exclusive design. Their finer spokes bring a touch of elegance to the 450h and arguably make it the best-looking ride in the new RX family.
In spite of its wider tires and longer wheelbase, the RX still turns within a 38.8-foot circle, curb-to-curb. Its brakes also get 2-piston front calipers and larger rotors front and rear. On the road, the crossover is stable and safe, yet rather unexciting to drive, which is in keeping with the nature and intent of hybrid-powered vehicles. In fact, the additional torque of the electric motors and quick-reacting CVT gearbox make the RX 450h better-balanced and more pleasant to drive than its gas-only sibling, the RX 350, on the twisty roads and inclines of the Napa Valley test loop in this first drive.
Right for You?
The RX 450h will appeal to tech-savvy buyers looking for a leading-edge powertrain that delivers an unmatched blend of performance, fuel-efficiency and environmental friendliness. Ironically, the 450h also delivers a better driving experience than the RX 350, with the more balanced performance and better low- and mid-range torque provided by the electric components of its hybrid powertrain, so driving enthusiasts also get a better deal. The RX 450h does cost a bit more than the RX 350. Even so, it is a more complete, balanced and satisfying package overall. And it remains unique in the hybrid crossover segment.
A professional auto journalist for more than 25 years and the founding editor of Sympatico / MSN Autos, Marc Lachapelle is a two-time winner of the Canadian Journalist of the Year award from the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada, an accomplished photographer and licensed racer.
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Spot gold hit a session low on April 18th 2013
Copper and oil sagged to multi-month lows and gold closed in on its weakest level in two years on Thursday as a brutal commodities sell-off continued, with investors opting for cash given the uncertainty over the health of the global economy.
Recent disappointing data from the United States to China has cut appetite for riskier assets, and commodities have suffered the brunt of the selling led by gold which may be on track this year to end its uninterrupted 12-year rally.
Copper broke below $7,000 a tonne for the first time since late 2011 and dragged down other base metals, while gold tripped as much as 2.7 percent as holdings in the world's top gold-backed exchange-traded fund hit a three-year low.
Brent crude steadied after touching a new low since July, but remained well below the $100 per barrel mark.
"Confidence in commodities as an asset class has been damaged by the tumble in gold prices," said Standard Chartered analyst Judy Zhu in Shanghai.
Spot gold hit a session low of $1,339.86 an ounce, near Tuesday's two-year trough of $1,321.35. By 0503 GMT, gold was off 0.7 percent at $1,367.36, down about a quarter from last year's peak and shedding 18 percent so far this year.
Thursday's broad-based sell-off began in copper, with the London price falling as much as 4 percent to $6,800 a tonne, the lowest since Oct. 20, 2011, triggering declines in other base metals.
London nickel touched its lowest since July 2009 while zinc and lead hit multi-month troughs. Shanghai copper fell by its downside limit.
The commodities rout began on Friday on the heels of weak U.S. retailsales data and worries over Cyprus' possible gold sales to fund part of its bailout.
It intensified on Monday after China announced its economy grew less than economists had expected, frustrating investors who were looking at a quicker recovery in the world's No. 2 economy.
Gold fell more than 8 percent on Monday in its steepest slide in three decades while Brent crude fell below $100 a day later, with the selling pressure picking up again on Wednesday.
Some analysts say the selldown may have been overdone. While China's 7.7 percent gross domestic product growth was slower than market forecasts, the underlying sub-sectors of the economy look fine, said Graeme Train, commodity analyst at Macquarie.
"You have fantastic auto sales, white good orders are improving, even construction machinery is seeing a pickup in sales," Train said.
"Nothing looks that bad, but it's just that sentiment is just getting absolutely smashed."
Oil came off the day's lows, with Brent crude little changed at $97.55 a barrel, after hitting a bottom of $96.75. U.S. crude also steadied at $86.53 per barrel, off the session's low of $85.61. - Reuters
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Scholarship Opportunity: America's Junior Miss
- Thursday, May 05, 2005
Other homeschool high school juniors have also participated in Junior Miss. Rachel Higgins of Colorado and Rachel Olds from Kansas both held their state's title, won scholarship money and competed in the national America's Junior Miss in Mobile, Alabama the summer of 2002.
National Jr. Miss Winners
Following in the tradition of her mother, Amy Kerr gave Junior Miss a whirl. She had grown up surrounded by stories of the girls' wonderful experiences and lasting friendships. Armed with talent, poise under pressure, community service, and excellent scholastic achievement, Amy won Oregon's Junior Miss, then 10 months later became America's Junior Miss for 2002. Her scholarship monies totaled $76,300.
Carrie Colvin was 6 years old when she first heard of America's Junior Miss. The thought of performing onstage appealed to her dramatic personality. But, her perception of Junior Miss at age 6 and her actual experience at 16, were two different scenarios. What she didn't understand at the time was what Junior Miss is really about: the successful girls she would meet while competing, the poise and articulation she would gain, and the scholarships she could win. But she felt that she had been preparing for this moment all her life. And all these talents helped her win the title of America's Junior Miss 2001 and walk away with scholarships totaling $76,300, currently being used in her pursuit of a medical career.
Being a representative of America's finest college-bound young women, Carrie traveled extensively, speaking to youth on the "Be Your Best Self" program. One of her more exciting opportunities was traveling to Dublin, Ireland to participate in the American Academy of Achievement's International Summit. There, she witnessed the exciting presentation of the Golden Plate Award, the Academy's recognition for people who are distinguished in such fascinating fields as art, politics, and literature. She also brushed shoulders with actor James Earl Jones, spoke with scientist Dr. James Watson, and met Bono from the indisputably popular Irish rock group U2.
Carrie's advice for those participating in Junior Miss, "Focus on the fun, friendships, and lessons that Junior Miss provides, and the competition will slip to the back of your mind. And, most of all, be calm and relaxed while showing your true self."
And just what are the judges of AJM looking for? Surprisingly, beauty is low on the list. Scholastics, interview ability, talent, fitness and poise (demeanor, style and onstage speaking ability). No swimsuits, bikinis, slits or strapless clothing allowed. The best word to describe their style is wholesome. Think Doris Day, the "Waltons" and "Little House on the Prairie." And imagine Diane Sawyer (America's Junior Miss for 1963) and Deborah Norville (Georgia's Junior Miss for 1976). They really do look for the "girl next door" who has great potential.
Amy has seen that the biggest change since becoming America's Junior Miss 2002, is the public recognition she receives. Strangers on the street stop to ask if she is "The Amy Kerr." But, with this new-found publicity she has accumulated self-confidence and grace onstage and looks forward to the upcoming changes in her life. When asked what her advice would be for girls looking to enter the program she replied without pause, "Don't hesitate to enter! This is the most amazing scholarship program for young women in the U.S., and even if you do not win a dime in scholarship money, you will come away with confidence, interview skills, and a plethora of new friendships that will last a lifetime."
So, if you are a young lady in need of scholarship money and football scholarships aren't an option, then put your talent, poise and speaking ability to the test and try one of the many scholarship programs. You'll come away with skills and friends you didn't possess before.
To find out more about America's Junior Miss, including their mission and judging criteria visit: http://www.ajm.org/.
Chantelle Wright currently holds the title for her college, Miss Judson 2005, and will compete in the Miss Alabama America pageant this summer. She has written a booklet to help other titleholders called "Organizing the Queen." You can view her website at: www.kiara-kreations.com/organizing_the_queen.htm.
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Metro Atlanta home prices fell again in February, though only slightly, AJC reporter David Markiewicz writes. Meanwhile, prices nationwide posted their first year-over-year gain in three years, according to a widely watched index.
Experts believe while a residential housing recovery may be underway in metro Atlanta, it remains a work in progress, Markiewicz reports.
The Standard & Poor's Case-Shiller Index showed prices in metro Atlanta declined 0.9 percent in February, compared with the same month of 2009.
It marked the latest in a steady string of shrinking year-over-year declines, Markiewicz writes. In June 2009, prices were 14 percent lower than a year earlier. By August of last year, that number dropped to 11 percent, and to 2 percent in January.
On a month-to-month basis, metro area prices declined 1.3 percent in February from January, after falling 1.5 percent in January from last December.
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April 28th, 2010
7:49 am
Good news for sellers; bad for buyers. But good for the overall economy. The stimulus has worked as planned and has kept things from getting worse. It's amazing with so many unemployed or underemployed. A voluntary moratorium on layoffs and foreclosures should have been called for before Bush left office and certainly after the "hope and change" arrived.
With interest rates so low and tax credits it's certainly a good time to buy if you have a dependable income.
April 28th, 2010
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