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Samsung has been creating electronics and smartphones for years, and their new Samaung Galaxy S4 flagship phone will put them in people's pockets. They made a name for themselves as one of the top TV manufacturers a few years back, and since then have been growing a bigger and faster market share of home electronics. Their DLP, Plasma, and LCD TV lines made their way to living rooms, and have pushed mainstream competitors like Sony and Panasonic aside in overall sales. Now, Samsung is bringing their innovation and creativity to possibly the most used electronic device of all time, the smartphone.
The smartphone now lives in the pockets and hands of almost all Americans, and many other users around the world. Apple really took the lead when it came to inventing the smartphone touch screen, and easy to use operating system, and a phone, the iPhone, took the world by storm. However, it's been nearly a decade since Apple first unveiled their phone, and their innovations have been more like minor improvements over time. They may add a front facing camera that could have been there years before, or add another simple update to a bevel. In many cases, the phones were worse than a predecessor due to a bad antennae or reduced battery life. It was only a matter of time before someone else became the king of the smartphones.
Just as Samsung pushed out Panasonic and Sony in market share, they are also doing the same with their newest Galaxy S4 phone. The Galaxy S4 is really an evolution of their Galaxy S2 and Galaxy S3 phones (often shown as Galasy SII and Galaxy SIII in Roman Numerals, with the latest the Galaxy IV). Their Galaxy S2 proved to be a very competitive smartphone. The Galaxy S3 blew the market open and added features Apple had not considered or uses like the eye tracking software and NCI chips. Samsung put everything into their phone, while the Apple ploy was to put in one new thing, but leave the other newest inventions for the next year, when they would try to sell more phones at inflated prices and drive up stock prices. Samsung just beat them to the market with the best tech. Instead of holding back and playing the drip game, they gave consumers exactly what was available at the time and the best in tech. The Galaxy S3 was a huge success.
The Samsung Galaxy S4 has done the same, but has widened the gap even more between the iPhone and the Galaxy S4. Visit this site to see a comparison chart and get a Galaxy S4 case. The previous models were comparable in screen size, quality, speed, and service. Now, the Galaxy S4 burns the pants off the iPhone in camera, speed, and features. The Samsung Galaxy S4 now even has better eye tracking capabilities, an IR emitter to program and change the channel on the TV, and many other advanced features for exercise, video conferencing, and productivity. It is the best phone on the market, and has put Samsung at the top of the charts for smartphones.
In the US, iPhone still has more sales, but world-wide, Android is the operating system and number one best selling phone. The Samsung Galaxy S4 flagship phone uses Android, and allows users to customize apps, widgets, and make their phone feel unique to them as an individual user. It is the phone that everyone wants, and will do whatever anyone wants.
The phone is so popular, there are some unsurprising inventory and shipping delays with it's worldwide launch. There are many ways to get the most out of your Samsung Galaxy S4 flagship phone, but having one in your hands is the key to all of it. Keeping it from breaking is important, too. You can see the best Samsung Galaxy S4 cases on this website. They have cases that can help you protect your phone from scratches, drops and breaking.
With all the new flash and glamor of the Samsung Galaxy S4, it's easy to see why it is Samsung's flagship phone, and why so many people will be lining up to get their hands on one.


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Man Stabbed, Killed Following Giants/Dodgers Game
(San Francisco, CA) -- A man is dead after he was stabbed following last night's Giants/Dodgers game at San Francisco's AT&T Park. San Francisco Police Chief Greg Suhr says 24-year-old Jonathan Denver was stabbed at about 11:30 p.m. a few blocks south of the ballpark. Suhr says it's not known whether Denver attended the game, but he was wearing Dodgers gear. Police have three people in custody and are talking to others who saw the fight.
The deadly stabbing occurred on the same night that a portion of ticket sale proceeds were donated to the Bryan Stow Fund. Stow is a Giants fan who was severely beaten and left with long-term brain injuries after a Dodgers-Giants game in Los Angeles two years ago. Two Southern California men are awaiting trial in connection with the brutal attack on Stow.

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Sleeping Fan Sues ESPN, MLB For Defamation
A fan shown sleeping in the stands during ESPN's broadcast of a Yankees-Red Sox game in April is suing the network, Yankees and Major League Baseball for ten-million-dollars for defamation. Courthouse News Service reports the complaint from the 26-year-old man contends he was the victim of an "unending verbal crusade" by ESPN announcers Dan Shulman and John Kruk, who referred to him as oblivious, unintelligent and stupid. MLB is included in the suit for uploading video of him sleeping as part of its game highlight package on mlb.com.


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Austin Mahone wins the iHeartRadio Instagram Award
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Austin Mahone's Mahomies claimed victory at the very first iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles after he won the Instagram Award!
Congratulations to Austin and all of his Mahomies!
Check out Austin talking about his fan army on the red carpet with Elvis Duran!
Speaking of Instagram, Austin went Instagram CRAZY at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. Check it out below:


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The Theme Designer is an easy-to-use admin tool that allows you to quickly customize your wiki's theme and wordmark. Choose from a pre-set theme or design your own unique theme that fits your community's topic and community.
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- As an admin of a community, you can find a link to Theme Designer in the My Tools menu on the toolbar, or in the Admin Dashboard. You can also navigate to it directly by visiting the page, Special:ThemeDesigner, on your wiki.
- You can access three tabs:
- Themes: Choose from a variety of pre-set themes, which can be used in whole or modified.
- Customize: Define background, the header graphic of the navigation and page attributes.
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Blake Shelton's concert for Oklahoma tornado relief airs tonight
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Blake Shelton has organized a special concert to benefit those affected by the devastating tornadoes that swept through Oklahoma last week.
Healing in the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert will feature performances by Blake, his wife Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Rascal Flatts, Luke Bryan, Darius Rucker, Usher, and OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder. Proceeds from the event will benefit the United Way of Central Oklahoma May Tornadoes Relief Fund.
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"Everyone has their way to help, and mine as an entertainer is to perform to help raise money and awareness for this tragedy,"
The sold-out Healing in the Heartland concert will take place at the Chesapeake Energy Arena in
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Blake Shelton will be joined by Reba, Usher, Vince Gill, Darius Rucker and more for the "Healing in the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert" telethon in support of the Moore, Okla., victims. May 29 at 9 p.m. ET/8p.m. CT. Watch the concert below.


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Sheriff Joe: Flag-trashing inmates fed bread, water
(NEWSER) – The controversial sheriff who considers himself "America's toughest" is trying to make jails in Arizona's Maricopa County more patriotic, with the national anthem played regularly—and harsh punishments for inmates who desecrate the US flags that hang in each cell. Sheriff Joe Arpaio says inmates who mess with the flag are being put on a diet of nothing but bread and water twice a day, Fox reports. The flag-trashers get a week of bread and water for a first offense and 10 days for a second.
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WATCH: Lindsay Lohan & David Letterman Prank Call Oprah
Lindsay Lohan and David Letterman prank called Oprah during the taping of Wednesday's "Late Show" — and the very funny moment actually turned emotional.
Letterman pretended to be Lohan's "secretary" and called Oprah from his desk, leading to some momentary confusion on her end before Letterman admitted who he was.
The departing late night legend was phoning to find out how Lohan is really doing, given the emotional roller coaster of Lohan's "Lindsay" show on the OWN Network.
"I think she's doing really OK, I think to have cameras following you around for every phase of your life, and you're trying to pull your life together, I think that's a really difficult thing," said Oprah.
Hearing the supportive words, Lohan teared up.
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text: (NEWSER) – In the just-so-you-know department: Getting injured while having sex on a business trip does not qualify you for workers' comp benefits. Or at least that's how things roll in Australia, where a crazy case managed to reach the nation's highest court, reports Bloomberg. It started in 2007, when a 30-something woman got hit in the face by a falling light fixture during a moment of passion with her lover in a motel room. Because her employer had booked the room, she filed for benefits and set off the legal fight.


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FDA may allow babies with 3 parents
(NEWSER) – An advisory panel to the FDA is investigating the merits of a technique dubbed "three-parent IVF," a method opponents worry could lead to so-called "designer babies," the Washington Post reports. The method in question aims to help mothers who carry risky DNA mutations—causing blindness or epilepsy, for instance—avoid passing them to their children. While the panel is looking only into scientific questions surrounding the procedure, observers' concerns range from safety to whether the technique could lead to parents choosing their children's genetic traits. Speakers at public hearings said the procedure involved "an unprecedented level of experimentation on non-consenting human subjects" and could make babies into "manufactured products," theStarTribune reports.
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Journey documentary debuting on PBS Monday
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Journey's Arnel Pineda admits he's "still in disbelief" over the dramatic turn his life has taken. The singer tells Rolling Stone that joining the long-running, internationally famous rock band led to his world "being turned upside down -- but in a good way, a fantastic way."
He adds that while the past six years haven't always been easy, becoming Journey's lead singer has been "such a blessing."
Fans can learn more about Pineda's experiences transitioning from singing in clubs in the Philippines to fronting Journey in the documentary Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey. The film, which chronicles Arnel's first year with the group, is hitting the small screen Monday night. It's making its TV debut as part of PBS' "Independent Lens" series.


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Is the HealthCare.gov Fix Too Late to Save Obamacare?
HealthCare.gov finally works. Now people just need to use it.
The error-plagued website, which was supposed to be the portal for Americans seeking to buy health insurance through the exchanges set up by the Affordable Care Act, isfinally approaching basic functionality two months after it went online.
In a report released Sunday, the Department of Health and Human Services breathlessly announced that the website now functions more than 90 percent of the time, not including scheduled downtime for maintenance. That is twice the rate of the beginning of November, when the website was functional 42 percent of the time. Of course, for users logging on in an attempt to get health care for themselves and their family, HealthCare.gov still won't work roughly 10 percent of the time. But it's still an improvement.
The report and an accompanying blog post offer a blizzard of metrics, none of which has been independently verified, on how the website has improved since the fiasco of its launch. Those working to turn around HealthCare.gov, according to Julie Bataille of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, "identified the root cause problems that needed to be addressed to fix the site. These root causes included hundreds of software bugs, inadequate hardware and infrastructure, and a general lack of system monitoring and incident response capabilities. The assessment also identified weaknesses in how the project was being managed, with slow decision-making and diffuse or unclear accountability. With these root causes identified, the conclusion was that HealthCare.gov was fixable, if significant changes were made to the management approach and if we executed against the lengthy punch list of software and hardware fixes with relentless focus and discipline."
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Stupid things the government spent money on during the shutdown
The government is shut down and thousands of government workers have been sent home. But will it save any money?
The shutdown in during the Clinton Presidency cost taxpayers about $1.5 billion in 22 days. According to IHS Global Insight, the shutdown could cost the U.S. economy $1.6 billion per week — and NBC News reported that the shutdown would cost $12.5 million per hour.
Here are seven things that the government, in all its wisdom, has opted to do during the current shutdown.
1. Federal agencies created new websites to tell visitors that they don't have enough funding to run their old websites.
Federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Park Service, have created new splash pages to tell visitors that they don't have enough money or manpower to maintain their normal websites. The Internal Revenue Service website will be active, but won't be updated — at least they're not auditing you.
According to USA Today, even Capitol Hill's Twitter feed will be impacted. The newspaper reports that, "Twitter followers received a message from the architect of the U.S. Capitol proclaiming certain accounts will be inactive. A message posted on first lady Michelle Obama's Twitter account said tweets would be limited 'due to Congress's failure to pass legislation to fund the government.'"
2. The feds shut down the parking lot of Mt. Vernon, but not the park itself.
In another brilliant move, the National Park Service closed off the parking lot to Mt. Vernon, the home of the country's first president George Washington. Since Mt. Vernon is privately owned, the NPS can't shut down the park, so they instead opted to shut down the parking lot at the popular tourist attraction.
The news came from one brave man on Twitter who has been tweeting to the world all day about how the parking lot (well, at least one parking lot at the time this report was being written) was closed, despite Mt. Vernon officials saying it was open.
1 parking lot directly out front of Mount Vernon remains closed in spite of dispute with Park Service pic.twitter.com/8SoKfTllvj— Stephen Gutowski (@collegepolitico) October 2, 2013
3. A D.C-area canal is closed and had all the pumps taken off of it.
The National Park Service has actually had someone remove the handles off all the well pumps along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal that runs 184 miles from Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, Maryland, according to sources. The NPS has also stationed officers in the park to make sure bikers don't ride down closed bike paths and that no one can come near the scenic waterway.
Mike Nardolilli, president of the C&O Canal Trust, said in an email: "As you may be aware, our Federal Government has shut down for an indeterminate amount of time. What you may not have realized, however, is that the closure of the Federal Government means the closure of the C&O Canal National Historical Park and all other National Parks."
However, rebellious bikers seem to be taking matters into their own hands and are using the closed trails due to lax enforcement.
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Report: Obama Admin still plans to send F-16's to Egypt
(Sharona Schwartz) Hours after Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi was ousted from power last week, President Barack Obama said he had directed U.S. government agencies "to review the implications under U.S. law for our assistance to the Government of Egypt."
Now, only eight days later, Reuters reports that the Obama administration "still plans to go through with the delivery of four F-16 fighter jets to Egypt in the coming weeks."
Quoting an unnamed American defense official, Reuters reports that the four Lockheed Martin-built jets will likely be delivered next month and that another eight F-16s are due to be delivered in December. It writes [emphasis added]:
"There is no current change in the plan to deliver F-16s to the Egyptian military," a second U.S. official told Reuters on condition of anonymity.
Asked about the F-16s, White House spokesman Jay Carney said: "It's our view that we should not … hastily change our aid programs." He directed specific questions about the jets to the Defense Department.
The Pentagon, responding to queries by reporters, later issued a statement echoing President Barack Obama's July 3 comments that he had ordered a review of U.S. assistance to Egypt. Asked whether Obama's review had put the F-16 delivery on hold, one of the U.S. officials told Reuters: "The delivery remains scheduled as planned."
The F-16s are part of the annual $1.5 billion U.S. aid package to Egypt, the vast majority of which comes in the form of military aid.


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Military and Intelligence Leaders Lose Confidence in Obama's Afghan Plan
When President Obama announced his plan to leave Afghanistan by the end of 2016, U.S. intelligence said it could be done safely. Now, intelligence and military leaders are privately warning that the U.S. counterterrorism forces could be needed there for much longer.
During the internal administration debate earlier this year over the way forward in Afghanistan, the CIA supported a plan to degrade al Qaeda to the point that America could withdraw almost all of its troops there by 2016. The responsibility of fighting al Qaeda would be left mostly to the Afghan and Pakistani militaries.
For a White House looking to announce a new policy to go to zero combat troops in Afghanistan by the time President Obama leaves office, the agency's classified assessment was exactly what they wanted to hear. But the assessment ran afoul of military leaders, especially those responsible for Afghanistan, who had long advocated for leaving a residual force in Afghanistan past 2016, including a strong contingent of the special operations and intelligence personnel to pursue and press al Qaeda.
Now, those military leaders and some of their intelligence community brethren are warning privately that the rise of ISIS and the growing crises in Iraq, Syria, and North Africa are drawing away counterterrorism resources faster than expected from Afghanistan and Pakistan. The plan to degrade al Qaeda enough so that U.S. forces can leave is already lagging behind schedule. And given what's happening in Iraq, they argue dismantling U.S. counterterrorism capabilities in Afghanistan no longer looks like a good idea in the first place.
"The CIA assessment [earlier this year] was that whatever risk there may be in the President's plan can be managed," said one U.S. official who was briefed on the assessment. "In the next couple of years they can further degrade al Qaeda core to the degree where their capabilities would not require the kind of counterterrorism mission we've had there over the past few years."
But critics worry that the White House plan—and the CIA assessment that underpins it—may be too hopeful.
"The issue is whether... we can manage the risk that the assessment is wrong and that al Qaeda could regenerate its senior leadership," the official said. "Al Qaeda in Iraq was a destroyed organization when we left there and look where ISIS is now."
If a similar scenario plays out in Afghanistan, it could leave the America vulnerable and its war gains lost.
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Rick Perry: I Won't Seek Re-Election
(NEWSER) – As Rick Perry was waxing poetic over his political future yesterday, he refused to rule out a 2016 run for the White House, calling it "certainly ... an option out there." Today, Texas' longest-serving governor said he "will not seek re-election" in 2014, reports the AP, during a gathering of friends and supporters he called to discuss "exciting future plans."
"The time has come to pass on the mantle of leadership," he said, as per CNN; his move opens the door for longtime Texas AG Gregg Abbott. And it does nothing to quell speculation about a run in 2016, notes Politico. "I will spend the next 18 months working to create more jobs, opportunity, and innovation," said Perry. "I will actively lead this great state. I'll also pray and reflect and work to determine my own future path." The AP has a timeline of Perry's career here.


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Courtney Love sued by New York City psychiatrist
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Courtney Love just can't seem to catch a break. The rocker is facing yet another lawsuit, this time from a New York City psychiatrist.
"Spin" says Dr. Edwin Ratush claims Love owes him more than $48,000, plus interest, costs, and attorney's fees dating back to 2010. The reason behind this claim is unclear, although the suit notes that the nature of Ratush's action is "Breach of Contract, Account States, Money Due and Owing, and Unjust Enrichment."
The lawsuit is the latest in a string of legal issues that have been plaguing Love recently. Last month she was cleared of the so-called "Twibel" charges filed by her former lawyer, but the Hole frontwoman is still facing another libel suit over comments she made about a fashion designer.
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The Spring Green #24: Coconut Oil Hair Treatment from Tropical Traditions Review and Giveaway (Ends 5/8) CLOSED
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 Posted by Dina N
I was surprised to find out that coconut oil has been used for hair treatment in coconut producing countries such as India and the Philippines for thousands of years. This Tropical Traditions hair treatment contains only virgin coconut oil that is USDA certified organic. It is made especially for hair application. This coconut oil has a slightly higher amount of protein compared to their other coconut oils due to the presence of coconut solids. It also has a long shelf life due to its high antioxidant properties.
The hair treatment has approximately the same consistency as the coconut oil I use for cooking. It comes in a 16 oz glass jar. At room temperature, it is solid yet soft. I scooped a little with my fingers and rubbed it between my palms to warm up, then massaged it on my scalp. I love the natural scent of coconut oil, and enjoyed how it felt on my skin. If you suffer from dry scalp like I do, it is recommended that you rub the treatment into hair and scalp at least 30 minutes before showering, or before bed at night. Of course, if you decide to sleep with it, you should wear a shower cap or towel to protect bedding.
I left the treatment on for about 4 hours, and felt relief from the dryness and itching almost immediately. My hair looked healthier and more lustrous. I have not tried this but you can also use it as hair conditioner. In this case, it is suggested to rub the treatment into the ends of your hair after washing, while the hair is still wet. The hair treatment is suitable for all hair types.
A 16 oz jar retails for $25, and a little goes a long way - so I am sure it will last a while. My plan is to use it a couple of times a week to nourish my hair and my skin with the luxurious pampering properties of coconut oil.
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Right now, the Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment is on sale at $19.95 - 20% off its regular price! In addition, by midnight today, you get 10% off your entire Tropical Traditions order with coupon code 42610. If you decide to buy this product or anything else from Tropical Traditions, as a first-time customer you can get a FREE Virgin Coconut Oil book with purchase. Find out all about coconut oil and its uses! Just use code 5251001 in the Referred by a Friend section and the book will be added to your order at no charge.
The Giveaway
Tropical Traditions are generously giving away a jar of Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment to a lucky reader of this blog!
To enter, please take a look at the Tropical Traditions product line and tell me what interests you the most.
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Weiner's Sexting Matters; He's Running For Mayor
They say timing is everything. So let us consider what we've learned from this week's revelation that Anthony Weiner's online self-portraiture hobby continued long after the would-be mayor resigned his House seat in embarrassment two years ago.
Take, for instance, this adorable bit from Huma during the couple's much-ballyhooed "family interview" with People magazine last July:
"It took a lot of work to get to where we are today, but I want people to know we're a normal family," says Abedin, 37. "Anthony has spent every day since [the scandal] trying to be the best dad and husband he can be," she says of her husband, who does all the laundry. "I'm proud to be married to him."
Turns out that, in between fluffing and folding, Weiner was, during this exact period, starting up another online dalliance with another strange young woman he met cruising the Web—while using the handle "Carlos Danger," no less. Way to let the wife dangle way out there on a limb for you, man. Proud to be married to you, indeed.
But it gets better. According to the 22-year-old sexting buddy (now) in question, Weiner's naughty flirtation with her began in mid-July last year, got downright kinky by August (here's a taste), then petered out (ouch, sorry) some time in November, with only one phone call lopping over into December. November? December? This leaves Weiner wrapping up this particular romp a mere four, maybe five, months before launching his political comeback with that super-size New York TimesMagazine profile that endeavored to show us just how much growing Weiner had done since his fall from political grace. And considering how long it takes to put a piece of that magnitude together—author Jonathan Van Meter indeed mentions breakfasting with the couple back in February—well, we're looking at a gap between sin and rebirth of a few weeks rather than months. Guess it's a good thing Anthony is such a fast learner.
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I bring necklaces to add interest to otherwise plain outfits, but the downside is that most of my jewelry is so heavy! This is not good for lightweight packing and especially not for the neck, I'm sure. Going forward, I resolve to avoid buying heavy costume jewelry (unless it's just too cute - those will have to be reserved for short-duration wear).
Some packing tips:
- Choose polyester blouses that are lightweight with good drape, and don't wrinkle easily.
- Choose stretchy knit skirts that are comfortable for travel and don't wrinkle easily
- Roll clothes up tightly to avoid wrinkles (you get the theme) and to save space. I especially like doing this because I'm a bad folder.
- Wear your heaviest and/or least packing-friendly pieces when traveling (unless you have a long trip). I usually travel in a black suit, and recycle the blazer for outfits throughout the week.
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You've probably heard Nikki Williams' powerful dance-pop debut, "Glowing," - which is currently climbing the pop charts - on a radio station near you. Or maybe you're even familiar with the gritty, heartwrenching ballad she put out last year, "Kill, F***, Marry." Either way, if the 24-year-old singer-songwriter's killer mix of strong vocal chops, no-nonsense 'born to do this' attitude and proven songwriting success (she penned Demi Lovato's latest hit, "Heart Attack") are any indication of what's to come, then Nikki Williams is destined to become a household name.
"TMI" is certainly not part of her vocabulary. The South-African spitfire isn't shy about, well, anything, so when iHeartRadio put her in the hot seat, she was right at home. Get the dirty on Nikki in Real Questions below.
How often do you shower?
I shower twice a day. When I drink scotch, I have to. Morning and night... when I wake up in the morning it just helps me wake up in general, and before I go to bed it helps me relax.
How old were you when you had your first kiss?
Fourteen. The same time I started my period.
His name was Maxwell Fondalinda, and I had a crush on him for like a whole year. We went and we watched Signs - the most craziest alien movie - and we were making out throughout the whole movie, which was very romantic (not really), but he was so fine. I sat on his lap, I was like, 'I am sitting on your lap man. Right now.' And then he was like, 'Can we kiss against the wall? I want to feel how that feels.' I was so excited.
Who is the weirdest person you have a crush on?
Adrian Brody. I love him! I actually saw him in real life one time in LA... he is so hot in person. I almost died, I seriously thought I was having an orgasm or something. I was like, 'I want to just jump on you right now'... I should have just put ice in my mouth. Oh my god, I want to eat his face.
Do you steal from hotels?
Always. When I'm in the hallway at the W hotel and the lady is cleaning the room or whatever, I always steal the face wash. Their face wash rules! It's called Bliss. I love it. May as well. We pay enough for our room per night anyway.
Have you ever Facebook-stalked a fan?
Actually yes I have, I Facebook stalk all my hot fans. I have some cute boys... I can't like tell them they're cute, so I just look at their pictures and like them.
What's the last illegal thing that you did?
I do illegal things all the time, illegal sexual things. Whew, I mean... stuff that should be illegal. I could write a book on illegal things.
Were you part of the popular crowd in high school? Why or why not?
Nope. Everyone hated me, because I was already in my own world doing music, and everyone was like, 'Who's that weirdo?' I was wearing all black hoodies, drinking at school, smoking in the parking lot, listening to metal. I was like f*** you, I hate you, I don't give a s***, I'm cool, whatever. I would just go to school looking ugly as hell and still probably hung over from sneaking out the night before. I hung out with an older crowd, all metal fans, and we used to go to see metal bands and drink Southern Comfort out of the bottle. I will always be a metal girl at heart.
Have you ever been fired from a job?
No, never. I have never had a job... I've always done music.
Have you ever had a sex dream about anyone in your band?
No. Yes. No, I don't know. Have I? Oh, no, yes, okay, yes. Yes I have, I have, I have, oh GOD I have!
I woke up and realized that it wasn't real and I almost cried... Because it was so hot, and I wanted it to be real, I still do. I want it to be real so bad, but it's never going to happen. He doesn't even like me, he doesn't even know that I like him. I'll create the whole relationship in my head... and we broke up and everything, and this dude doesn't even know I liked him in the first place.
I'm like, 'I hate you, you cheated on me, blah blah blah,' in my mind. I'm such an idiot. I'm such an idiot.
My sex dream was about Fedde LeGrand, the DJ. It was such a hot dream... it was on stage while he was DJing, and then I was bending over the DJ equipment that you can't see - during the show while he was spinning. It felt so real, it was like the best sex I've ever had.
What's the last thing that really pissed you off?
Today I got in trouble because I wanted to stay in bed five more minutes, five f***ing minutes, just five! I was five minutes late to the lobby and I got in trouble for that, and I was like you know what, f*** you, it's early.
Who would be your dream one night stand?
Chris Hemsworth, but he's married which is so sad cause he so tall and blonde and... Actually also like Travis Fimmel. He's also married though, the guy that plays in 'Vikings.' He was also a Calvin Klein model... He's so f***ing gorgeous, I've been in love with him since I was 14. Oh my God I want to marry him, I want to eat his face.
What's your biggest regret?
Getting married, marriage is stupid especially when you're young. What was I thinking? You should take something like that seriously - it's not a joke - and obviously to me I thought it was fun, a good idea. Actually, on the day I was like, 'Oh my God what am I doing!?' But we got married on a yacht, so it's not like I could jump off.
I've decided I'm not getting married ever again. I want to have a whole harem of lovers for the rest of my life.
What do you wear to bed at night?
Nothing, I like to wear a man as an accessory.
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WATCH: Lorde 's 'Royals' & Miley Cyrus' 'Wrecking Ball' reimagined as country songs
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Lorde's debut smash "Royals" doesn't seem to be going away anytime soon, and with any hit song comes covers galore!
Check out the latest rendition from The Beefseeds, a UK bluegrass band that put a country spin on the hit song.
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Why the GOP's Shutdown Insanity Won't Hurt the Right Wing
Conservatives are still fighting to shut down the government over the Affordable Care Act, passing on Friday a budget resolution that would cut all funding for Obama's signature health-care law.
This despite the fact that—in Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid's words—any bill that defunds Obamacare is "dead" in his chamber. Bowing to right-wing demands, however, House Speaker John Boehner says he expects his Senate colleagues "to do everything they can to stop this law," while Texas Senator Ted Cruz hassignaled his willingness to stage a "talking filibuster" to block any government spending bill that funds the president's health-care law.
But it's an easy step for Cruz to take. Neither he nor his supporters will face the political damage that comes with provoking a government shutdown. Instead, it's his opponents—the more mainstream members of the Republican Party—who are certain to bear the brunt of the damage. And that fact means we should expect even more shenanigans from the nihilist wing of the GOP.
Yes, the public isn't thrilled with Republicans—a 44 percent plurality holds an either "somewhat negative" or "very negative" view of the party, according to the latest survey from NBC News and the Wall Street Journal—and yes, a majority of Americans have already said they would blame the GOP in the event of a shutdown. But for the most conservative members of the House, this is irrelevant. "All that really matters is what my district wants," said Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky in a comment to the Washington Post. "And my district is overwhelmingly in favor of my position."
The public might hate Tea Party politicians and their budgetary brinksmanship, but next year, when the House of Representatives is up for reelection, the most absolutist Republicans—the Louie Gohmerts of the world—are almost certain to keep their seats. After all, they represent voters who want a showdown with Obama, and—likewise—would rather crash the economy then raise the debt limit.
The same isn't true of members like Mike Coffman of Colorado, who has stayed away from the shutdown effort. They represent more moderate voters (his district is only slightly Republican) who value compromise and constructive action. But they lack elbow room in the GOP. If they buck the right too much, they risk a conservative opponent in the primary. But also can't sign on to every conservative crusade; sooner or later, they'll face a strong Democratic challenger.
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Facebook: Beheadings Now OK, but No Breasts
(NEWSER) – Facebook users might want to brace for bloodier newsfeeds: The site has quietly dropped a ban on gory photos and videos, including those showing beheadings. Gory videos were temporarily banned earlier this year, but the policy has now changed again, the BBCfound when investigating a complaint about Facebook's refusal to remove a page showing a masked man killing a woman. Facebook says videos and photographs of graphic violence are allowed—but only if they are posted for users to condemn the acts, not celebrate them.


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Straight from the digital pages of Rolling Stone Magazine comes thoughts on Lebron from three of Ohio's alt-rock masters.
Maynard James Keenan
I know how he feels. Enjoy Florida.
Yeah, it's short notice but if you're a fan of the fuzzy, analog beats and vocoder-fied vocals of Tobacco (Black Moth Super Rainbow frontman Tom Fec's other primary project) than skip out of work or get off the couch and head down to George's Video at 1314 Whipple Ave in Canton where you can get a good look at the secretive Tobacco's face and dance yourself silly lunchtime style.
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Created only for Hammacher Schlemmer, these are the indoor/outdoor sandals that have over 1,000 air bubbles injected into the outsoles and insoles, allowing the feet to rest on a cushion of air. Following the recommendations of leading German podiatrists, the slides have lightweight polyurethane soles and anatomically molded footbeds that cradle your feet, ensuring optimal support while lessening foot fatigue. the adjustable straps provide optimal comfort. The cowhides used for the soft, supple nubuck leather uppers are hand-picked and tanned in Germany by artisans with over 200 years of experience to achieve the highest quality available. A breathable microfiber lining absorbs moisture and passes it to the outside of the slides, keeping your feet dry. The non-skid sole ensures stable footing. Brown or Black. Men's. Sizes 7-12. (1 1/4 lbs.)
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The Gentlemen's Walk On Air Adjustable Sandals come with The Hammacher Schlemmer Lifetime Guarantee. If this product ever disappoints you, for any reason, you may return your Hammacher Schlemmer purchase for exchange, credit, or refund.
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Comfortable shoe but fell apart
By Jen
from Ny
This was a gift for my husband. He liked them and said they were comfortable but the bottom of one of the shoes fell apart after 2 months. This is why I gave it 3 stars. Customer service was good though and replaced the shoes. Let's see how long this next pair lasts.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Improper fit
By Average Joe
from Sodus, NY
I returned these sandals. While they were the right size, the heel was off-center and very uncomfortable.
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By Randy
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Heavier than strap sandals but VERRRY "cushiony"!!! Perfect for around the house and on the deck or balcony as a substitute for slippers!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Extremely comfortable walking shoe
By Ridinroy
from Naples, Florida
These shoes are very comfortable and don't slip off.
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
Second time I've ordered these
By Mary
from Mechanicsburg, PA
These are the second pair I've ordered for my husband, he loves them! So does our dog, she chewed one of them. My husband was upset and couldn't wait for the new pair to arrive. He wears them every day around the house.
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Would and did buy this product again
By Harvey
from Bensalem
Like these sandels so much I ordered a second pair. So far the first pair is holding up just great. I wear them all the time.
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Great! 2nd pair for husband ! He loves them!
By sandy
from scottsdale, Az
easy on & off
Awesome Products
By Blackbeard gone Grey
from Amherstburg, Ontario Canada
very comfortable, easy on and easy off. Priced very comparable in price but much better Quality than store bought. I'm Very Happy with this purchase and all my previouse purchases.
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By Mac the knife
from prosperity,S.C.
I likethese sandals so much I bought two pairs in two months, in the event I would be unable to purchase them in the future...for whatever reason
Nice to walk in!
By Bob
from central Pa.
These sandals are really comfortable. Maybe not quite "walk on air", but pretty darn close. The velcro straps make them super adjustable.
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Catholic priests may be allowed to marry amid Papal changes
(Vatican City) -- The new Secretary of State of the Vatican is saying that priestly celibacy is open to discussion. In an interview with a Venezuelan newspaper, Archbishop Pietro Parolin says the tradition is not dogma, or a law of divine origin. In what may signal a new openness, he adds that while the church is not a democratic institution, it needs to "reflect the democratic spirit of the times and adopt a collegial way of governing."


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There are no obvious signs or symptoms of prostate cancer in its beginning stages. Many early stage prostate cancers are detected only through a digital rectal exam and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing.
When the tumor becomes larger, symptoms may appear. They may include:
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- Hesitancy in starting the flow of urine or inability to urinate—urinary retention
- Loss of force of the stream of urine
- Pain or discomfort while urinating
- Erectile dysfunction
- Pain with ejaculation
- Blood in the urine or semen
- Back pain or bone pain that is new and unexplained by recent injury or increased activity
- Urinary and/or fecal incontinence
These symptoms can also be caused by other, less serious conditions and do not necessarily mean that you have prostate cancer. It is important, however, to see your doctor if you are having any of these symptoms.
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This LED-illuminated magnifier provides a 30% larger field of view than traditional circular lenses. The rectangular, 8" x 10" acrylic lens magnifies without distortion, allowing you to quickly scan with both eyes. The scratch-resistant lens makes objects appear three times their actual size and 12 LEDs cast expansive, bright light without the glare common to fluorescent and incandescent bulbs, resulting in reduced eyestrain. Mounted on a flexible gooseneck, the lens can be raised, lowered, and twisted to the optimal position for reading, detailed crafts, or other up-close work. The floor-standing unit's weighted base counterbalances its head to prevent tipping and a handle on the magnifier lets you maneuver it easily. LEDs are rated for 50,000 hours. For an optimal view, hold pages parallel to the lens. Rechargeable battery provides eight hours of continuous light from an eight-hour charge with the included AC adapter. 57" H x 28" W x 12 1/4" D. (9 lbs.)
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By susiemocha
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Appreciate the adjustability. But the "glass"/magnifier picks up glarewhich distracts and the circle pattern on the "glass"/magnifier is verydistracting.We purchased the wide-view illuminating magnifier for my 85 year old Dad who enjoys reading very much. But the magnifier distracts rather than helps.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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By cgallowan
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I wish I had saved the box. This magnifier has LED lights, which seem dim. Maybe there's too much surface area to illuminate, but it actually cast shadows and made things harder to see than the naked eye.
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Not as good as it sounds
By bookworm
from Santa Barbara, Ca.
This lamp was not useable, could not be assembled securely enough to try. There is no thread on the post to connect it to the base. Even if secured, it would fall over. The obvious lack of thought in assembly and design is not of the quality near what I expect from Hammascher.
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By the neighbor
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This product would be great for someone with a slight sight deficiency. It was easy to assemble and easy to use. However, for someone who has to bring the reading material very close to the glass, it doesn't work because it throws shadows on the page making it impossible to read it.
Good light magification for reading
By Ed
from Birmingham, AL
The light works great but be prepared to place a weight on the base to keep it from turning over. The base should be heavier or bigger!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Great Aid, I have Macular Degeneration
By Dixie's Mom
from Berwyn Heights, Md.
Reading copy on stand while typing research articles on computer.
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Mom can see to thread a needle again!
By Happy in Indy
from Columbus, IN
It will take Mom some getting used to working with the lamp. With her medical issues she has not bee able to do the two hobbies she loved the most, reading and writing and sewing. Now she can thread a needle even with her one blind eye! She was thrilled! This is the second one I've purchased the other was for my 100 year old Grandmother. If you are not able to use your eyes to fulfill task which filled your free time working on hobbies this is the magnifier / lamp for you! I do wish the LED lighting were brighter or there were more of them. We are thankful Mom can do things to fulfill her day!
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Not What I Expected
By Queen bee
from Bellflower, CA
I was disappointed with this product. I was expecting a higher quality magifying glass, with brighter lights. Also, the pole does not bend enough to accomadate my needs as a beader. I was so excited when I first saw the picture. Step up the quality, even if I have to pay more money!!
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Cordless Wide View Illuminating Magnifer
By BennyB
from Flagstaff, AZ
we had to return this item. it didn't work well for my mom. she couldn't get it situated in a comfortable position for her to read. She has macular degeneration and glaucoma. We couldn't bend the neck low enough for her. Besides all that, I thought it was nice looking, lighting seemed good and would be a good addition to any room.
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Best gift I bought this year!
By Irish Chicago
from Chicago, IL
Purchased this as a gift for my Mother who is older and has slight vision problems. She can now read the morning paper from cover to cover with ease. She loves to sew and can now thread a needle with ease and see her entire project with both eyes because of the huge viewing area. She absolutely loves this and I get all the credit for buying it !!!
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Trayvon Verdict 'Questionable,' Soon 'Forgotten': Colin Powell
(NEWSER) – Colin Powell today called out the Trayvon Martin verdict, calling it "questionable judgment on the part of the judicial system down there," but predicting that the case would fade quickly from national memory. "I don't know if it will have staying power," Powell said on Face the Nation, as per Politico. "These cases come along, and they blaze across the midnight sky and then after a period of time, they're forgotten." He also applauded President Obama's comments on the verdict, saying, "I'd like to see him be more passionate about race questions, and I think that was an accurate characterization of some of the things that we were exposed to." Powell said he himself had been "refused access to restaurants, even though I had just come back from Vietnam," and told "we can't give you a hamburger."


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Tim McGraw logs 50th top ten Billboard hit
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Tim McGraw has hit the big 5-0.
Billboard.com says the country star's latest hit, "Southern Girl," has moved up three spaces this week into the number nine spot on the Country Airplay chart, marking his 50th top ten hit on the list.
He began his impressive chart career 19 years ago with "Indiana Outlaw," which peaked at number eight in April 1994. Since then, he's placed 49 other songs into the top tier, with 26 of them going all the way to number one.
"Southern Girl" is McGraw's fourth single from his most recent album, Two Lanes of Freedom, and they've all reached the top ten. "Truck Yeah" peaked at number ten last October, and Tim recently performed his hit recently at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas. Check it out:
"One Of Those Nights" spent three weeks at number one in March of this year, and "Highway Don't Care" - his duet with Taylor Swift - topped the chart for two weeks in June.
"Billboard" adds that McGraw's name actually appeared in the top ten a 51st time - again with Taylor Swift. Her debut single "Tim McGraw" rose to number six back in 2007.


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Information from your City Offices | Public Announcements | Meetings/Events this Week | Things Happening Around our Community
Weekly E-book Workshop: Every Thursday from 1-2pm
Why spend money buying e-books when you can borrow them from the library? Beginning Thursday, January 3rd, the Sausalito Public Library will be offering a weekly drop-in workshop to help tablet, laptop, Kindle, iPad and other mobile-device owners get set up to check out and read books from the Library's ebook collections. Workshops run from 1 to 2pm and are held in the conference room at Sausalito City Hall. Please email Abbot Chambers at firstname.lastname@example.com if you have any questions about the workshops or would prefer to set up a 1-on-1 training session.
The Department of Public Works has developed a tree replacement plan to mitigate for the removal of the two Indian Laurel Fig trees that have outgrown their space and become a hazard fronting 42 Caledonia. The trees will be removed, the sidewalk demolished, the tree root balls carefully grubbed out, a new sidewalk poured and a minimum of three replacement Indian Laurel figs in containers similar to those in Sausalito Municipal Parking Lot 1 will be placed where they do not interfere with pedestrians, wheelchairs or persons entering or exiting parked vehicles on that side of the block. The new sidewalk will remove trip hazards and excessive cross-slopes for pedestrians. Replacement trees in containers will prevent a recurrence of the damage the Indian Laurel trees have done to the sidewalk and underground utilities while preserving the spirit of the figs in that portion of Caledonia.
The City Council will consider the matter at its January 29, 2013 – persons wishing to comment on the planned project are encouraged to do so either in writing or by appearing at the meeting to speak. Project contact: Jonathon Goldman, Director of Public Works, 415-289-4176 or email@example.com
Get Emergency Alerts! - Register your Cell Phone or VoIP Number
On January 26, the Sausalito Police Department will be partnering with the Marin County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services to launch the new Telephone Emergency Notification System (TENS).
TENS is a high-speed communications system that can quickly notify members of the public by phone of critical emergency information in situations where property or human life is in danger. These notifications are made to specific, geographically affected areas. TENS makes these emergency calls to landlines and to registered cell phones.
In the event of an emergency, wherever you are, don't miss the critical call with information or instructions from the Marin County Office of Emergency Services. If you live, work or go to school in Marin County, and if you are 18 and over, you can receive these emergency alerts on your CELL PHONE by text, email and voice, and by your VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone. To receive alerts, you must register on the secure website portal: http://www.alertmarin.org. Cell phone numbers are NOT in the system UNTIL you register them. Need a computer to sign up? Go to any Public Library for free computer use.
So where will you be when an emergency strikes? Will you be near your landline phone to receive the call with critical information or directions? While many of us have landlines, nearly all of us have cell phones. And there is a growing number of us who have cell phones but no landline phones! Please take the time to register!
Sausalito-Marin City Sanitary District to Hold a Special Meeting, January 30, 6:30 pm
This Special Board Meeting will focus on the Sausalito-Marin City Sanitary District's ongoing Sewer Rate Allocation study. The Board meet in the Sausalito City Council Chambers and will hear a presentation on potential sewer rate structure alternatives. Current surveys indicate that a variety of methods are used by agencies to calculate fixed and flow based wastewater sewer charges. This part of the study will develop alternative rate structures that may be considered by the District and evaluate the impact, both on the District and on customers. The public will have the opportunity to provide input and have their questions answered.
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The Sausalito Woman's Club will host a special literary event "From a Writer's Perspective" on Friday, January 18th at the Sausalito Woman Club, 120 Central Avenue, Sausalito. The evening will include a moderated discussion among celebrated Bay Area authors discussing how literature has changed and the future of books and writing. Moderated by Jane Ganahl Co-Founder/Director San Francisco's Litquake the panel of authors include Roger Housden, Twenty Poems to Bless Your Marriage; Holly Payne, Kingdom of Simplicity and Marilyn Yalom, How The French Invented Love.
Doors open at 6 p.m. with a gourmet pizza tasting, the program starts at 7 p.m. followed by a dessert reception and book signing. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED by January 14th. PLEASE CALL (415) 332.0214… $25 at the door includes: program, one glass of wine, pizza tasting and dessert reception.
Limited Parking. Suggest car pooling and walking from Christ Episcopal Church parking lot 70 Santa Rosa Avenue (at San Carlos Ave.), Sausalito.
Seven Women, Seven Wines, Seven Dreams
To celebrate Sausalito's oldest sister city relationship with Vina del Mar, Chile and promote an entrepreneurial exchange with Chilean business women, the civic leaders are hosting a "Taste of Vina del Mar" at the historic Pines Mansion in Sausalito on Saturday, January 26.
The elegant evening starts at 7 PM with a Chilean wine tasting, a buffet dinner, entertainment and a live auction. The evening is a benefit for an upcoming trade mission in April when seven women business owners from Vina del Mar will visit Sausalito.
The Pines mansion dates back to 1888, and is now a private residence. Owners Roxanne Sheridan, Gil Purcell Sr. and Gil Purcell Jr. have generously opened their home for the event. The venue is not accessible by car, so shuttle service will be provided throughout the evening from the Spencer Avenue bus stop & Sausalito City Hall parking lot starting at 6:30 PM.
Tickets are $57 and available in advance through http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/300169
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The Sausalito Woman's Club's Scholarship Recognition Fund invites the public to a performance by the Palo Alto Chamber Ensemble and Reception. Violinists Richard Ruby and Julie Buckley, Violist Julie Hawkes, Cellist Bill Schneiderman and Pianist Linda Harjono will perform works by Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Lennon/McCartney and Santana. All proceeds from this performance benefit scholarships for local students.
Sunday, January 27, 2013, 3:00 pm. Sausalito Woman's Club, 120 Central Avenue, Sausalito. Admission: $30. Additional information at http://sausalitowomansclub.org/scholarship/upcoming-events
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A benefit for the Sausalito Historical Society and a tribute to The Kingston Trio
Monday January 28 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the beautifully restored Trident Restaurant,
558 Bridgeway, Sausalito and will feature the World Premiere of "The Lion Sons", Josh Reynolds and friends singing folk songs made famous by Josh's father, Nick, and The Kingston Trio. Also featured will be Chris Rowan, plus surprise guests.
There will be hors d'oeuvres and a complimentary beverage, plus cash bar. Come in period clothes! Prizes for best costumes!
Admission: $45
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Sausalito Village Community Meeting, January 30
Sausalito Village invites its members and interested members of the public to attend its annual Community Meeting on Wednesday, January 30, 12-2 PM at the Sausalito Woman's Club, 120 Central Avenue, Sausalito. In addition to offering an opportunity to find out about Sausalito Village programs, services, and volunteer opportunities, the meeting will feature speaker Walter Bortz M.D., one of the nation's leading experts on healthy aging, who will talk about "The Roadmap to 100."
Bring your own lunch. Cookies and fruit will be served. If you need a ride, call 332-3325.
Dr. Walter Bortz practiced geriatric medicine at the Palo Alto Medical Clinic for many years. He is an Adjunct Clinical Professor Emeritus at the Stanford School of Medicine and has authored four books on the subject of healthy aging and longevity: We Live Too Short and Die too Young, Dare to be 100, Aging for Dummies, and Roadmap to 100.
Sausalito Village is an all-volunteer group of residents dedicated to helping Sausalito seniors live independently and productively in their own homes, connected to friends and community.
Sausalito Woman's Club Scholarship Applications Now Available
The Sausalito Woman's Club Scholarship Recognition Fund (SWCSRF) is currently accepting scholarship applications for the 2013-2014 academic year. Completed applications are due by March 19, 2013.
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This is the indoor fryer with a rotating rotisserie that cooks a crispy, succulent whole turkey faster and without the nuisance of outdoor frying. Using 1/3 less oil than typical vats, this fryer can cook an 18-lb. turkey in a little over an hour. The unit's alternating-rotating spit slowly turns the bird as it cooks, producing a uniformly crisp exterior and moist, flavorful meat. With the rotisserie removed, the cooker becomes a standard deep fryer for family-sized portions of French fries or battered fish. An indicator that lights when the 1800-watt heating element is ready (175� F to 375� F), a 120-minute timer, and an included meat thermometer help to ensure delicious results. The unit automatically shuts off if oil overheats, and a front-mounted spigot makes it easy to drain the 2 1/2-gallon stainless steel reservoir. It easily converts for use as a steamer, big enough for clambakes. With stainless steel vented lid and aluminum cooking basket. Hand wash. 20 1/2" D x 17 1/2" H x 17" W. (22 lbs.)
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(35 of 41 customers found this review helpful)
Not as large as described...
By CJ
from Birmingham, Alabama
I bought this because it was supposed to accommodate an 18 to 20 pound turkey. I bought an 18 pounder and the top of the bird wasn't submerged so I had to "flip" it while it was frying...a little scary... I wouldn't go over 16 pounds for my next turkey fry job.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Hammacher Schlemmer Response: Thank you for your feedback. This should be able to hold an 18-lb. turkey. The most important part of the process is for the turkey to be trussed and tied properly onto the rotisserie and spits. This will ensure that a larger turkey can properly rotate in and out of the oil. The lid will fit on the top of the housing during the cooking process.
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I would highly recommend this fryer!
By Lean Turkey
from Canning, Nova Scotia Canada
I cooked 2 turkeys at an RV camper show this past weekend and they came out perfect. The color of the skin looked like it came out of a magazine and the meat was succulent! Have recommended this to many at the show! Great job
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Recommend for small turkeys ....
By Jim
from Savannah, Ga
The fryer doesn't hold an 18 lb turkey as claimed. My 14 lb turkey bearly made it. Otherwise, I recommend the fryer.
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Waring Indoor Rotissere Turkey Fryer
By HB
from Denver, CO
Excellent product but suggested cooking times for frying Turkey are exaggerated. (I had 12lb...said 3.5 mins/lb... Cooked it for 41 mins...was overdone... should of done 3mins/lb
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Excellent Product!
By Tayor0070
from Dameron, MD
We purchased this fryer prior to Thanksgiving to deep fryer our turkey. We tested it first on a large chicken. It turned out perfect on the outside and juicy and delicious inside. I have no worries that our turkey will be just as perfect on Thanksgiving day! This was an excellent buy!P.S. The Demo video was nice also.
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Indoor Rotisserir
By muggsey
from windsor,connecticut
power cord disconnects too easily.
(6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)
Very pleased with this product!
By Billie
from Houston, TX
Bought this item for my husband, he loves it!
(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)
Turkey was very good
By BOHICA
from Gainesville, Virginia
Turkey was very good. Equal to the quality of an oven roasted turkey. Lacks the drippings to make a great gravy. Makes it far easier to have turkey during the year not only at Thanksgiving. with the shortened cooking time it is more than convenient. Can't wait to try my first clam bake with it.
This is the coolest fryer i've ever see
By Miteymo
from Big Red Country, Omaha Ne
It was a real pleasure using this unit, it worked just as advertised, the dvd was very helpful. the only drawback was cleaning the unit when done, it's a bit bulky but it was manageable.I would recommend this unit all day long !!
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By Hambone
from Bahama, NC
The fryer worked great on the turkey breast. It was easy to add the oil and the frying time was excellent. The cleanup was the hardest part of the entire process.
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Glaze firing schedule for gas kiln
Posted 02 May 2012 - 05:41 PM
I'm new to the forum...I kind of nosed around and didn't see anything that could answer my question. Everyone seems so knowledgeable and friendly, so I'm diving right in.
I have been put in charge of a school's ceramics program with an old tried-and-true Amaco gas kiln (9 cubic feet) for glaze firing. The previous teacher didn't leave any info or logs behind, so I've had to ask around to see what is best for glaze firing in gas kilns (but everyone seems to have electric kilns at schools these days!). I've been doing fairly well with glaze firings but it's been taking from 7 am to 5 pm to reach ^6 temp, and I'm stuck there after school waiting and waiting...is this a normal time frame for a glaze firing? How long should these glaze firings take?
Can anyone out there give me a ballpark estimate as to what the temperature ramp over the length of the firing should be? I would appreciate it!
Posted 02 May 2012 - 11:14 PM
Posted 02 May 2012 - 11:43 PM
Is this an up draft or down draft kiln?
Also how even are the fires
This will help with the answers.
Posted 03 May 2012 - 07:23 AM
Posted 03 May 2012 - 09:31 AM
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Posted 03 May 2012 - 02:30 PM
I wish to second that. As long as the pots are dry you can fire really fast in kilns with draft (like gas, oil, wood). I will give some examples from my own work but keep in mind that different firings gives different results.
If everything in the kiln has been bisque fired, there's no reason to go slowly at the beginning. Give a preheat to make sure everything is dry, and then feel free to go fast. You won't blow up any pots. There is no benefit to the clay and glazes in firing slowly at the beginning. My gas schedule was about 4 hours to cone 08, stall it out for 45 minutes during body reduction, then lighten up on the reduction and climb to cone 11, then about 10 minutes of heavy oxidation before shutting it down. Total firing time about 9 hours. You should be able to get your down to 8-9 hours to cone 6 and still have great looking glazes.
With bisqued ware I used to fire my woodkiln to 1050 degrees celcius in two hours. At this point i reduced and reached cone 9 in two hours. On raw ware it is also possible to fire fast as long as it is dry (If unsure I use a small heater to keep the kiln at 50 degress during the night with the chimney open a little). In my oil fired kiln i regularly fire large raw ware pieces (handbuildt sculpures and large vases) to cone 10 in 5 hours (reduction of body). When accidents happen it is with thick walled pieces not dry (cracking early, ~200 degrees C) and with pieces already fired to stoneware temp (cracking before the kiln starts to glow).
Posted 03 May 2012 - 03:14 PM
The only thing is, if you're 'stuck with' a gas kiln and want to use oxidation glazes that don't 'like' reduction, you should be careful not to push too hard. My propane kiln is hard to keep out of reduction. Fortunately, I don't use any glazes that object, even though I'm not developing reduction glazes yet.
Posted 03 May 2012 - 05:28 PM
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 10:12 AM
I fire my small 12 cubic foot updraft to cone 10 reduction in about 7-9 hours
I let it run up to 1900 very fast-then slow it down with reduction-near the end of glaze melt I stall in back so the glaze gets matured
This kiln likes to fly up fast so slowing it down is key-I have a hot bottom (where 6 burners are) and a cold top . I load it with glazes that fit that range.
You should be able to get to cone 6 in 8 hours.Faster is its an oxidation fire.
My larger car kiln is always 12-14 hours for cone 10.
Posted 09 May 2012 - 06:23 PM
I will try to answer your questions...
It is a gas kiln, which is updraft. It's about 40 years old and a workhorse.
It has a Chromalox on it, but it doesn't shut off unless I shut it off...so I have to kiln sit!
When I turn it on, both burners go on; I can't operate them independently.
It has dampers, which I keep open approximately 3 inches.
I do oxidation firings only so far. Once I get the hang of firings I may dabble in reduction!
I've tried it with a slow ramp and without. I seem to reach ^6 around 5 pm (starting at 7) no matter what I do. I had some minor warping of pieces so I thought a slower ramp up would prevent that, but it still happens.
I'm very lucky that the glazes I'm using have done well in the firings (Mastering Cone 6 Glazes and some other random ones).
And when I say "stuck" I mean it; they built the kiln room around the two gas kilns we have! Those puppies are there for good!
thanks again!
Posted 10 May 2012 - 09:48 AM
If you're getting warping, it's probably not from the speed of the firing. It could be from the speed of the cooling, though, or from over-firing slightly. Cool slowly and really watch the cones.
You should be able to speed up the firing considerably, assuming you've got enough gas pressure. Where the main line meets the burner system there should be a gas pressure gauge. It should read at least 12 IWC, preferably 14 or more.
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Posted 12 May 2012 - 12:18 AM
Of course when you want a body reduction, you simply close the damper as necessary. Same for the final glaze soak. BTW, when I reduce, I abhor great billowing plumes of smokw. I know, I know, lots of potters feel this is needed to get a good reduction. Excuse me, but I have been building and firing kilns since 1970, and I think I know what I am doing.
Please take this in the spirit it is being given--solely to help. Best of luck to you.
Posted 12 May 2012 - 06:28 AM
I agree with the firing quick if all is bisques. I don't know the size kiln you are talking about but I fired large gas downdraft car kiln about 60 cu. ft. of my design for man ears and recently an old Olsen updraft about 64 cu. ft. both to ^6. I would say 6-10 hours depending on all the givens...stacking density , duration of soaks, weather, etc. I body reduce from ^09 to 04. I reduce the glazes after ^5 is going. This last firing I had a slight reduction most of the way up. Got some great shino carbon trapping. I started at 7:30 and finished around 4.
Posted 23 April 2013 - 07:48 PM
I have fired numerous downdraft kilns from 10 to 95 cu ft but this was my firstupdraft. My question relates to being able to see the cones at the bottom peep.I literally could not see them unless I turned the kiln way down so there waslittle turbulence from the burner and put the kiln in oxidiation. I believe the issue is the burner is firingright in front of where the cones are set - who dreamed that up? The top conesare no problem.
Any advice from West Coast kiln folks or others who have updrafts?
Many thanks,,,,,
Posted 23 April 2013 - 08:40 PM
Neil Estrick
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Owner, Neil Estrick Gallery, LLC
Posted 24 April 2013 - 10:42 PM
Are you using kiln glasses? You should never look into a kiln without safety glasses. A #5 welding lens will make it much easier to see the cones.
Absolutely. I still couldn't see them.
Posted 25 April 2013 - 09:45 AM
Neil Estrick
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Posted 26 April 2013 - 06:16 PM
Try darker glasses, decreasing the reduction for a minute, or setting a post right behind the cone pack.
Thanks Neil. I will try both. Someone else suggested putting a kiln post across the burner port to split the flame. Have you heard of that?
Posted 26 April 2013 - 08:56 PM
Spiting the flame with a post may or may not help
Darker glasses will help as well as a laser pointer (or so I'm told)
Posted 27 April 2013 - 08:54 AM
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Typhoon May Be Deadliest Disaster Ever in Philippines
(NEWSER) – Haiyan has arrived in Vietnam a much quieter storm; it's been reduced to a Category 1, the BBC reports, with sustained winds reaching 85mph. But in the Philippines, the devastation continues after what the New York Times calls one of history's "most powerful" typhoons; it is the most powerful recorded this year. Though thousands of troops have been deployed, rescuers can't reach some areas amid the destruction.
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This is the collar that helps to relieve neck tension using vibrating massage, electric stimulation, and heat therapy. Used by professional therapists, it is ideal for helping to relieve muscle pain and strain from driving, flying, or office work. Slipping around the neck comfortably and controlled from the included infrared remote, the massager's six vibration modes promote relaxation. Twin metal conductors built into the collar send six intensity levels of harmless low-frequency electrical pulses into the neck's tissue that block pain signals passing through nerves to the brain, increasing blood flow to promote healing. Two elements built into the collar provide three levels of far-infrared heat up to 118� F that penetrates neck muscles for optimal relaxation. You can select sessions in 5-minute increments up to 30 minutes. Its rechargeable battery provides up to 2 1/2 hours of operation from a six-hour charge using the included AC adapter. 9 3/4" L x 9" W x 2 1/2" H. (1 1/4 lbs.)
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(22 of 22 customers found this review helpful)
Great product
By BobG
from Fredericksburg, VA
I had cervical neck surgery in January. This product stimulates that area, provides better movement and circulation, and relieves tightness and pain.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Very helpful
By Anne
from North Carolina
I have had a serious problem with cracking my neck for about 8 months. This gadget's vibration massage has helped tremendously in relaxing my neck and, presumably, reducing inflammation. I also use the heat. I don't personally like the electrical stimulation on my neck, although I have used it in the past for other body parts. The manual is unfortunately not well-written, and I didn't figure out the various settings until I had used it for a while myself.
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Not sure it does much
By Tom
from Boston, MA
My wife finds when it applies the heat, it is too hot for her to comfortably keep using it, although it doesn't bother me that much.We both find the electrical stimulation a bit weird and uncomfortable, and we couldn't tell any benefit from it.Overall, neither of us noticed any marked improvement after using it, but partially because neither of our neck issues happen to be right in the spot that it targets on the neck... it isn't very adjustable for position.It seems to me it would be better as a flexible pad than a hard plastic shape. Then you could mold it to your neck better, and you could even use it on other areas... say sore shoulders, or a bad back or a sore leg muscle.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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By PAIN IN THE NECK
from Panhandle of Nebraska
I'm using this device for neck strain and neck muscle spasm. It is working better than the chiropractic treatments I was receiving at a fraction of the cost!!
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Love this vibrating massage collar!
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Essentially, my 25 year search has ended! Because.... I believe I've finally found a product that has a postive effect, and is a drug-free treatment for my daily migraines. Thank-you Hammacher-Schlemmer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!With Sincere Regards
(10 of 13 customers found this review helpful)
Great Product - recommend it
By Suzee Q
from New Mexico
Pretty easy to figure out. It works. Husband suffered horrible headaches. Instant relief. Easy to use.
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Feels Great
By sue the teacher
from chicago, il
I love to use this product every day before I sit down to watch TV. It helps eliminate the stresses of the day and improves my sleep each night. The change of vibrations and intensity means you never get used to one type of feeling. I would recommend this product to anyone who has frequent headaches or tension in the neck. It really helps a LOT. The price might be a little daunting, but the results far outweigh the cost.
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My husband loves it
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Bought this for my husband and he uses it daily. He wishes it covered a larger area, onto the middle of the back.
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By Samson
from CA
I have a two hour commute to & from work every day, & this helps to ease the pain in my neck & shoulders.
By Patty
from SC
It had intermittent operation. Sometimes when we turned it on to a particular mode, nothing would happen or it would take 1-3 minutes before it started working. Other times it started right up. We thought the intermittent operation had something to do with it not being fully charged, but we ruled that out after making sure it was fully charged on several different occasions. Because of the intermittent operation, which of course is very frustrating when trying to use a product, I could not recommend this product. However, I will say it worked pretty good when it was operating properly.
Hammacher Schlemmer Response: Thank you for your feedback. The green light flashes during charging and it takes about 4 hours for it to completely charge and turn solid green. The unit will only turn ON and connect with the remote when the metal contacts touch the skin. So the unit has to be on the neck for it work. If you are ever disappointed with a product - for any reason - we request that you return it to us. Please call our 24-hour customer service hotline at 1-800-321-1484 and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you.
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Carrie Underwood to be honored at Country Radio Seminar
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Carrie Underwood is getting recognized for her charitable work. The country star has been tapped to receive the Country Radio Broadcasters' 2014 Artist Humanitarian Award.
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But he says Carrie has "distinguished herself with her depth of kindnesses and commitment to making a positive difference." He adds that the organization is "humbled by the good work she has done," and is "proud to highlight her efforts" with the honor.
Carrie will receive the award at the launch of next year's Country Radio Seminar, which will take place in Nashville from February 19th through the 21st.
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KISS humble, gracious at Rock Hall Induction
KISS is finally in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
In the weeks leading up to the event, the group's four inducted members -- Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Peter Criss, and Ace Frehley -- have been waging battles in the media against the Rock Hall and each other. But Simmons said in his acceptance speech that the point of the evening was to say thanks and celebrate what they created together.
Stanley added that while it was a special night for KISS, it was particularly momentous for their fans, calling the group's induction "vindication."
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Possible Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood tour in the works
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Fans of Trisha Yearwood and Garth Brooks may soon get a double dose of the famous husband and wife.
During an appearance on "CBS This Morning" Thursday, Trisha said a joint album and tour are in the works. She says she's really looking forward to working with her husband. Garth has talked for a long time about doing an album with Trisha. She toured with him early in his career.
Trisha also says she would like a chance to work on Broadway. Garth has said he would help her achieve that goal after his daughters were grown. Two of his girls, Taylor and August, are now over 18. Allie, his youngest, is now 17.
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