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The Flemish comics artist Hec Leemans is best known as the creator of the historical series 'Bakelandt', and as the author of the 'FC De Kampioenen' comics. Hector Leemans was born in Temse, and got his artistic education at the Academy of Fine Arts in Dendermonde. After his studies, he entered the comics field as the co-worker of Sylvain Polfliet in 1969. Together, they made the espionage strip 'Brian Howell' in the daily newspaper Het Volk, for which Leemans did the backgrounds and some of the scripts. During his military service in 1972, he took over Merho's creation 'Jager Jansens' in the military magazine Shako.
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On 20 October 1975 he made his real breakthrough when his strip 'Bakelandt' was published in the Belgian newspapers Het Laatste Nieuws and De Nieuwe Gazet. Leemans created the comic in cooperation with Daniel Jansens, with whom he also produced some short stories for Kuifje. When Jansens died in 1979, Leemans continued the popular 'Bakelandt' series on his own, and 96 albums have been published by Standaard Uitgeverij until 2006.
In 1977, Leemans was the first to receive the Bronzen Adhemar, the official Flemish Community Cultural Prize for Comics. In that same year, he came up with his own gag series, 'Circus Maximus'. The series was initially published in the Dutch magazine Eppo, and was later continued in Robbedoes (1984) and Suske en Wiske Weekblad (1994). Later on, several stories were written by Raoul Cauvin. In 1989, Leemans took on the scriptwriting of the series 'Nino', which he created with Dirk Stallaert. In that same year, he created 'Kowalsky', for which he did the artwork himself.
From 1997, Leemans is also the author of the comics based on the popular TV series 'FC De Kampioenen'. He also writes the scripts for the comics version of the Flemish TV show 'W817', the comics series around tennis player Kim Clijsters and the 'Kampioenen' spin-off 'Vertongen & Co' (2011), that are all drawn by Wim Swerts and Luc van Asten (Vanas). He was also part of the writing team of a 'F.C. De Kampioenen' film with Bart Cooreman, Johan Gevers and An Swartenbroekx in 2013.
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They listen as biologists from Trout Unlimited and the U.S. Forest Service explain how to plant willows, sedges and other native plants along the muddy banks. The workday unfolds, amid laughter, a flurry of activity planting plugs in the muddy banks, and aching backs. Armstrong Creek doesn't look like much—it's small enough to step across. But it's a key part of a much larger restoration vision coming together in the upper Elkhead watershed. TU and its partners are trying to solve a complex puzzle: How to put the pieces of a 30-mile watershed back together? How to restore an entire functioning, interconnected landscape? "A common shortcoming of restoration projects is that the scale of treatment is too small to produce the desired effect," said biologist Brian Hodge, TU's project manager for northwest Colorado. He explained that at the reach scale, restoration may improve habitat and result in localized increases in fish abundance, but it will not necessarily increase the total fish population. By working at the watershed scale, here and elsewhere in the West, TU and partners hope to restore healthy habitat and create "metapopulations": large, interconnected and interbreeding populations of fish that can better withstand the assaults of nature and humans, from drought and development to climate change. First thing to understand: Everything we see—from creeks to uplands to mainstem—as well as much of what we don't see (underground water table), is connected in a complex web of relationships and impacts. Humans are inescapably part of the landscape here in California Park. Rick Henderson, a Forest Service biologist, tells the assembled group about some of the human history of California Park, which is not immediately apparent to the untrained eye. Settlers discovered this area in the late 1800s—there were homesteads, logging camps, and stock driveways. In more recent years, livestock, elk, and herbicide application influenced the riparian landscape. Over decades, a variety of impacts resulted in soil and plant loss, eroded upland slopes, and widened, shallow stream channels—on this stretch of Armstrong, the channel flattened out to 12 feet wide and a few inches deep. Not good habitat for fish. "If we can narrow the channel up, get vegetation going, we can get a healthy fish population going," Henderson says. He brings out a plastic tub of water and shows the group some native fish they've collected that morning: speckled dace, mottled sculpin, mountain sucker, and Colorado River Cutthroat Trout. They are evidence that these streams are still alive and wild. ArmstrongCreek 040.JPG Shell employees and other volunteers help plant willow plugs on bank of Armstrong Creek. Colorado River cutts were once plentiful throughout the upper Elkhead watershed. On a recent survey, though, Henderson found only 2 cutts in a 400-foot stretch. He said he would expect to find about 50 cutts in a healthy stretch of the same length. From a biological perspective, much of the watershed is damaged, impoverished. There had been talk, on and off in recent years, of restoring the Elkhead drainage. But the task seemed daunting, and bigger than any one group. A few years ago, TU, the Forest Service, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) agreed to make a run at it. But where to begin? Only one thing was clear: with finite resources and approximately 30 miles of stream to choose from, the approach would need to be strategic. To assist with prioritization, TU hired a contractor to develop a conceptual plan for restoring the upper Elkhead watershed. The plan identified 54 separate stream segments and prescribed up to $3.8 million in restoration. Based on the conceptual plan and numerous discussions, TU, the USFS, and CPW decided to dig in at Armstrong Creek. Armstrong was suffering from an overall loss of proper structure and function. They began pulling together a team of stakeholders. Additional partners and contributors include the Routt County Conservation District, Shell, Tri-State, the City of Craig, the Colorado Water Conservation Board, the Yampa-White Basin Roundtable, and the Colorado River Water Conservation District. "This project illustrates the effectiveness of partnerships," said Hodge. "We've come a long way in a relatively short amount of time." Upstream, TU and Forest Service biologists found "reference reaches": intact segments of stream that serve as visual examples of the desired outcome. Using those as a guideline, they began restoring lower stretches of Armstrong Creek, including this section we're at today. Here, they plotted meanders and riffle-pool sequences that mimicked the upstream stretch. They brought in a trackhoe to reroute the creek away from eroding hillsides, stabilize failing streambanks, and narrow the channel. Today, the goal was to finish replanting the newly restored stream channel. The vegetation—sedges, willows, and alders—will anchor streambanks, reduce water velocity, and provide cover and cooling shade for trout and other native fishes. "Our riparian areas and wetlands are our biggest reservoirs—by far," said Liz Schnackenberg, a hydrologist with the Forest Service. They hold vast amounts of water in the landscape, she noted, helping to recharge the water table and providing critical habitat for trout and migrating birds. Today, Colorado River cutthroat inhabit only 14 percent of their historical range. But they are survivors. Trout Unlimited would like to see them thrive again. What would success look like up here in California Park, say 10 or 15 years from now? The partners want this watershed to look more like it did at the turn of the last century, with more robust fish and wildlife populations. Jennifer Holmlund, a Shell employee from Craig, knows this area well. "I am a native of Routt County, so this is something that pulls at my heartstrings," she said of the restoration work. "Just up the hill is where we used to camp and fish when I was a kid. This was our playground." "In 20 years, if I can fish with my son up here, that would be great," says Jackie Brown, a project partner with the Routt County Conservation District. Yes, we're living in a world of wounds. But the work of healing here at Armstrong Creek gives hope. Randy Scholfield is communications director for TU's Western Water Project.


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Upon further review the defensive pass interference call against UCLA cornerback Aaron Hester in the Bruins' 29-28 upset of No. 2o Arizona State remains a poor call even by the Pac-12's embarrassingly low standards.
Television replays showed no evidence of pass interference by Hester (photo) with an Arizona State receiver on an overthrown Brock Osweiler pass down the ASU sideline on the final series of UCLA's victory at the Rose Bowl Saturday night. Nevertheless Hester was flagged on a call that moved ASU from its own 44 to the UCLA 41.
Three plays later ASU kicker Alex Garoutte's 46-yard field goal sailed wide right and Hester and the Bruins escaped with a victory that moved them into a three-way tie for the Pac-12 South lead with three regular season games remaining.
"It was a terrible call," Hester said. "The ref called it. I think they have something out for me honestly. I felt that I played it perfect. I turned around, I looked for the ball, the ball was way inside. It wasn't even a catchable ball. But they wanted to make it a game, I believe so. When I looked at the ref when he threw the flag, it was like he didn't even want to throw it. He barely tossed out of his pocket. But I mean we got the 'W.' That's what really matters."
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Laptop not booting, and CAPS lock blinking.
I just sent off my computer to have some problems fixed and got it back a few weeks ago, right as the warranty expired. Then all of a sudden it hibernated and wouldn't boot back up. I tried everything I could think of. When I saw your "sweater method" I thought, "Sure, why not?"
Oh my gosh. It totally worked!! Thank you! What a bizarre solution...
Now I can hopefully troubleshoot to see if there's something malfunctioning a little bit easier since I can run diagnostics on it!
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Hi, I had this very same issue with my HP Compaq CQ62 and I had the Idea to open up the compartment where the ram was, and take them out and blow on them. That did the trick! Now runs like new! :D
Laptop not booting, and CAPS lock blinking.
I have almost same problem. Caps Lock blinks ( constantly ) and wireless button red.
mine is DV6z-3000 CTO with AMD Radeon discrete graphics. I was almost ordering from e-bay but still reading for possible solution.
I was trying to see if there is any option to clear CMOS ( old way ) but could not find anything.
I read the Frying mechanism described here and tried. Although my situation was little bit different . i had disassembled everything already so had to use little bit different technique , I just unplugged the pin for heatsink and fan assembly and let the cpu warm up for couple of mins , when i saw it was hot just turned it off.
Restarted and saw the display came back.
Now the only explanation I could give is when we are overheating the cpu somewhere in the board the CMOS getting cleared and it starts freshly.
I am seeing duplicate letters in the bios menu , all characters are appearing twice now although after booting into windows fixes it. most probably i will need a motherboard soon . The GPU is screwed up most probably.
Anyway thanks for the cool solution !!!
Laptop not booting, and CAPS lock blinking.
The sweater method worked for me, but only temporarily. The problem kept reoccuring. I finally junked the HP and bought a Lenovo. I took out the HP hard drive and put it in an external Hard Drive USB case for $10 to copy my old files. When my neighbor asked for advice on a new computer, I said, "Don't buy an HP."
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I too NEVER post on these forums. However, about an hour and a half ago, I posted on Facebook using my sister's computer:
"I'm on my sister's laptop right now because when I went downstairs earlier my own computer decided to 'check-out.' Came back, black screen, flashing caps lock, tried to reboot, tried the hard reboot, nothing.
"Found a forum where some whack job with the same problem wrapped theirs in a sweater for 30 minutes and it fixed the problem. Click to the next page, tons of people swearing it works. Apparently, the intentional overheating causes it to power down appropriately then reboots. We'll see if that works."
HUGE props to the "whack job" who wrapped its computer in its sweater! Everyone in my house is amazed that this actually worked. Thank you!
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Hello guys! I was having the same problem. I followed what you guys did. I turned it on and wrapped it ( Compaq Presario) with my towel. I left it there for like 20 - 30 minutes. when I came back it's already off. It was really hot, so I left it for another 5 - 10 minutes to cool down. Then I turned it onand it worked! :) I then downloaded the updated version of my bios and flashed it( is that the right term? am not sure) and am currently using my laptop and it's working just fine. Am gonna have it cleaned tomorrow.. :) Thank you all so much for your help guys! I was already planning to bring my laptop to a storeto have it fix. good thing I found this. :) I didn't spend a penny.. :P
Thank you! :)
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I got the same problem with Caps Lock and Scroll Lock Blinking and the screen is black.
Ususally I 'll keep the laptop inside the bag/Cupboard, but last time I kept outside and my guess was the dust should have gone inside.
Based on a post I read, I did the below.
Removed the Battery and the drive. Just tapped under the laptop and blowed air just to remove the dust which got jammed. Inserted the drive, connected the charger and switched On without the battery. It got worked finally then I inserted the Battery. The fan should be jammed by means of dust.
Hope this should work for you too.
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Like others, I just registered acknoledge the post by rblencoe99. I have a Pavillion dv7-4060us that would not boot. The wireless light (F12) was just amber and the caps lock would blink once every 2 or 3 seconds. Wrapped it up in a towel for 20 minutes. I then switched it off by pressing the power button. When I switched it on again and voilà!...IT WORKS!
Temporary fix I'm sure but it works! Thanks...you rock dude!
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Sweater method worked much to my suprise. I have a HP G56 and it would not turn start up, the cap lock button would blink once every couple seconds and the wifi light was red.... Ill be damned haha Thank you mysterious stranger
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Large carriers and a certain prevue of lawmakers and agencies continue to say that putting longer, heavier trucks on the highways will conserve fuel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
A single tractor would replace two tractors hauling two trailers on major highways, but let's remember that the single tractor is going to work harder and burn more fuel with a double than with a single. And we haven't even gotten to the logistics yet.
Longer, heavier trucks would still be prohibited from traveling on secondary roads, and everybody knows they can't make deliveries, so guess what? That second tractor would be put right back into commission to haul the extra trailer for delivery or pickup.
That first truck, the one configured to pull doubles, would not be spec'd to pull a single trailer, thereby poking another hole in the efficiency argument.
Creating new infrastructure and staging areas and terminals for hookups is not a silver bullet for the environment, and the replacement of prematurely worn-out roads and bridges can't possibly be green.
Proposals that would allow longer-combination vehicles, or LCVs, are flawed because all they do is put road trains on already congested highways – long, slow road trains.
We should be finding ways to mitigate congestion, not forcing motorists to merge and navigate around double or even triple trailers. What about the fuel the four-wheelers burn as they slow down and speed up to get around the road trains? That isn't exactly green either. And it's another argument against the speed-limiter agenda. But we'll leave that for another day.
Mega carriers want doubles and triples so they can haul more freight without paying drivers more. You know, more axles, fewer drivers. It lines their pockets while suppressing freight rates and driver pay.
The stuff about longer, heavier trucks saving fuel and greenhouse gas emissions is a smokescreen … a large, slow-moving smokescreen for the real agenda.


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The Wister Wildcats and the Howe Lady Lions were each awarded the top seed at the 2013 LeFlore County Junior High Tournament, and they proved Saturday night at Carl Albert State College's Mick Thompson Fieldhouse why they were deserving of their seeding.The Wildcats had little problem in beating the Heavener Wolves 47-28 in Saturday night's title game. Both teams reached the championship contest with Friday night semifinal wins at Howe — Wister beat Spiro 45-19, while Heavener edged Poteau Pansy Kidd Middle School 32-31.The Lady Lions had to rally past the Wister Lady Wildcats to claim the title, posting a 43-26 victory in Saturday night's title games. Both teams won their semifinal games on Friday at Howe as the Lady Lions downed Monroe 43-30, while the Lady 'Cats posted a 36-27 win over Spiro — which had pulled off two upsets to get to the semfinals.The Lady Bulldogs did take home some hardware as they defeated tournament host Monroe 49-33 to win the third-place game. The PKMS boys claimed third place as they used a strong second half to down the Spiro Bulldogs for a 39-33 comeback victory.The Pansy Kidd Lady Raiders, who won the tournament last year, won the fifth-place game, downing the Talihina Lady Golden Tigers 28-14.The Golden Tigers laid claim to the fifth-place trophy as they defeated Monroe 63-46.The first two trophies of the tournament were handed out Friday at Monroe with the consolation championships. The Panama Razorbacks got past the Arkoma Mustangs 39-35, while the Bokoshe Lady Tigers defeated the Panama Lady Razorbacks 40-35.


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Religion in Political DiscourseWeaver -- Wednesday, November 03, 2004 -- 08:59:11 PM
The role of religious motives, methods, organizations, ideas, words and people in political activities: good or bad, effective or ineffective, how and why?This thread is tagged: religion
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A bunch of the people who would have or did vote for Kerry, said it was because of Bush's religion.
The people I talked to that said anything even close to that said it was because they thought Bush wanted to make his religious doctrine into LAW.
I've also heard some say they are worried by their perception that Bush is so very very sure he is right and would prefer someone who engages in more introspection. I reply to them that they really don't know if he has nights filled with introspection. He could be agonizing every decision but feel that a confident public face is best for the country.
Of course, I am operating from a very very small sample set as 98% of the people I've talked to here in N. TX voted for Bush.
(eagerly waiting for input from other TPW participants....)
Is this the right place to talk about the code word "moral values" that was the biggest single issue for voters? Seems to me like this is a code word for "born-again Christian"
That's why those darn moral value people were such big Carter supporters back in '80.
Good point. So what does it mean? The people who use it would no doubt check off many of the same things as I would on a theoretical list of moral values.
I don't like it when any politician wants to whack me over the head with his religion or his "moral values." But apparently more than half the voters like that sort of thing, so I guess I'm going to have to adjust.
Suppose someone agrees with you politically, though- does it detract from that agreement that he derives it from his religious faith? Because it does seem to me that Republican secular wonk types find it a lot easier to get past than Dem secular wonks do, and that gives the Reps an advantage in working together.
Hey Sue, were you ooked out by Kerry's dabbling in liberation theology during the last campaign? Or was that OK with you?
You don't mean the debate remarks, j. ross? I don't know that I'd go so far as to call that liberation theology.
Not to me.
He elaborated on the debate remarks at greater length. Obviously I am not sure I would either, hence the "dabbling" but it was leaning vaguely that way.
I used the term partly because I know several Godless leftists who really disrespect religion in politics here in the USA who were big LT fans when South America was all at war with itself.
j.ross, touche (although it didn't seem so much like LT to me).
So maybe for me it does come down to the Jimmy Carter brand of judeo-christian philosophy vs. the (insert your favorite wingnut here) brand of judeo-christian philosophy. I love Jimmy Carter and love the beauty of his faith. And in retrospect, maybe his economy wasn't so bad either.
I don't see Bush as evil. But I don't seem him as a man of great values or morality either. Most troubling is that Bush seems willing to say that his god, his interpretation of faith is what should drive our policy and gives credence to our actions as a country.
I stop short of saying that we�re on the road to becoming the Christian version of a Islamist state. And I hate to sound like a liberal alarmist (especially as I self-identify as a conservative) but his stance and the acceptance of it by so many does worry me. They don�t seem to hear the echoes of religious extremism that I hear in their own words.
The unapologetic nature of it is what is most concerning. Because we�ve managed to balance that righteousness, the rightness that can�t help but follow any religious belief system, in our actions in the public sphere.
Carter, I believe, tempered his righteousness.
Who will temper George Bush?
does it detract from that agreement that he derives it from his religious faith?
Not at all.
I love and appreciate religion, but I hate the way the religious right uses it, for two reasons.
First, they make an entertainment and show of faith, perpetuating the falsehood that if you don't yell your prayers loudly in the street you don't really believe. Beware the overly pious men who need an audience for prayer.
The second problem is that once you tie a specific suite of political positions to religious doctrine you begin making ranking people as cosmically good or evil based on how they feel the country should be run. Beyond being silly, it's destructive to our long-term cohesiveness and I'm convinced it's the road to division and ruin. It's the elimination of the American idea that people of good faith can disagree.
Both sides are guilty of it though, because while the right has demonized skepticism much of the left has demonized faith.
Wouldn't almost any devout person have to believe this, even if he were not willing to say it. I know if I believed in God Almighty, and that he was a Good God I would be unable to avoid believing that my God, and by extention my faith (which is how I understand Him) should drive our policy. REally, how could you not believe that?
Thanks; I haven't yet caught up with that.
Yes, this troubles me too. I'm not sure what draws some to this view and not others; it's nothing as clearcut as sect membership or theological conservatism.
j. ross, I agree with that, actually. The extension described in Greg's final paragraph is where I see trouble. I can believe that I need to put my faith into practice in my leadership without believing that no one of good faith can disagree with me.
Shelby was helping calling Dems to GOTV yesterday, her first outing with the local Dem organization. She was really upset however by how the other Dems there talked about the right in general and people of faith specifically. The left really does have a hate of religion problem. A good portion of religious people are on the right because they empathize politically with the left but don't feel like they're wanted or trusted there. Calling them all "stupid Nazi assholes destroying the country and creating a totalitarian state" is not only untrue but does nothing to win people over, which is what the Dems need to do to avoid falling out of the game altogether.
Again, this is why we need moderate people like Shelby volunteering, rather than staying home and letting people like Campo canvass your neighborhood.


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For a car that could have been treated as a mere styling exercise, the 2014 Audi A7 is a remarkably well-integrated package. Based on the understated A6 sedan, the A7 is blessed with a gorgeous fastback roofline, but it's much more than just a pretty face.
Unlike the A6, which starts out with a demure 4-cylinder engine, the A7 comes stocked with Audi's stellar supercharged 3-liter V6. Plus, there's a new turbodiesel V6 for 2014 that delivers an incredible 38 miles per gallon highway, not to mention great acceleration. Moreover, the A7 can carry four adults and their luggage, which is highly unusual for a car with this kind of curb appeal.
The A7 still isn't the best choice from a practicality standpoint, as that rakish roofline limits rear headroom and leaves a relatively shallow cargo area beneath. But it's handy enough that folks considering luxury coupes or sedans could be swayed. Throw in the A7's gratifyingly Germanic road manners and you're looking at one of the most all-around appealing cars on the market.
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The A7 TDI turbodiesel makes waves this year with its 38-mpg hwy fuel economy and grin-inducing 428 lb-ft of torque. Also, all A7 models have a middle rear seat for 2014, last year's base Premium trim has been discontinued, and Audi Connect with Wi-Fi is newly standard.
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The Audi A7 comes standard with an 8-speed automatic transmission and Quattro all-wheel drive with a 40/60 front/rear torque split. The 3.0T models are powered by a supercharged 3-liter V6 rated at 310 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque, while the TDI models have a 3-liter turbodiesel V6 that generates 240 hp and 428 lb-ft of torque.
The Environmental Protection Agency rates the A7 3.0T at 18 mpg city/28 mpg hwy, which is pretty good for a 4,200-lb luxury car with this kind of power. But the real star here is the A7 TDI, which checks in at a just-plain-silly 24 mpg city/38 mpg hwy.
Standard Features & Options
The 2014 Audi A7 is offered in the Premium Plus or Prestige trim with either a supercharged gasoline engine (3.0T) or a turbocharged diesel engine (TDI).
The base 3.0T Premium Plus ($65,395) comes standard with 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic bi-xenon headlamps with LED running lights, LED taillights, auto stop/start, a sunroof, a power hatchback, front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, keyless entry with push-button start, the Drive Select system (which gives the driver electronic adjustments for steering, transmission and throttle calibrations), leather upholstery, tri-zone automatic climate control (including separate rear controls), heated power front seats with adjustable lumbar and driver memory functions, a tilt-telescopic steering wheel, Bluetooth and iPod integration and a 10-speaker audio system. The infotainment system is Audi's MMI Plus and includes a navigation system with Google Earth compatibility and voice recognition software, Audi Connect with online services and the MMI Touch handwriting recognition pad.
The TDI Premium Plus ($67,795) adds the turbodiesel engine.
The 3.0T Prestige ($68,295) tacks on Audi's S-line exterior treatment, adaptive xenon headlamps, blind spot monitoring, a collision mitigation system, LED cabin lighting, cooled front seats, a power tilt-telescopic steering wheel, quad-zone automatic climate control (including two sets of controls for rear passengers) and a Bose audio system.
The TDI Premium Plus ($70,695) adds -- you guessed it -- the turbodiesel engine.
A7 options include a Sport Package (19- or 20-in wheels, sport-tuned suspension, sporty steering wheel and shift paddles); a Cold Weather Package (heated steering wheel and rear seats); a Black Optic package (requires the Sport Package and adds glossy black trim and special 20-in wheels); a Driver Assistance Package (adaptive cruise control, upgraded collision mitigation system, corner-view camera system, lane-departure warning system); and an Innovation Package (with Prestige only; consists of Driver Assistance Package plus infrared night-vision assist and a head-up display).
The A7 comes with standard stability control and 4-wheel anti-lock ventilated disc brakes. Eight airbags are standard (front, front side, front knee, full-length side curtain), with rear side airbags optional.
Numerous safety technologies are offered in the A7, including active lane assist (provides automatic steering correction if the car wanders from its lane without an active turn signal), corner view (notifies the driver of oncoming vehicles and other obstacles that are hidden from view while turning) and two different collision mitigation systems.
Behind the Wheel
Very few automotive interiors are nicer than the A7 model's. We'll concede that Rolls-Royce and Bentley have the A7 beat, but after that, we're not sure. The materials used are absolutely topnotch, and practically every button, lever and knob oozes class. There are also some thoughtful touches here and there that set the A7 apart from its already classy A6 platform-mate inside, including a larger MMI display screen (8 inches versus 6.5) and a more elaborate driver information display.
Under the hood, the 3.0T gas engine is a gratifying choice, delivering smooth, strong acceleration from pretty much idle to redline. But now that the TDI turbodiesel is in town, we've got a new favorite. Audi quotes about the same 0-to-60 miles per hour sprint for both engines -- 5.5 seconds -- but the TDI's superior torque makes it more fun around town. Throw in its remarkable 38-mpg hwy fuel economy and you've got one of the best combinations of power and efficiency we've ever experienced.
In corners, despite sharing most of its mechanical bits with the A6, the Audi A7 seems even more athletic and composed. The low-slung, cockpitlike driving environment only adds to the effect. The A6 is already a great driver's car, but the A7 takes it up a notch, at least in terms of feel. The ride can be a little flinty on rough pavement, though, even with the standard 18-in wheels. Although the optional 20-in wheels may be tempting, they're probably a bad idea where comfort is concerned.
Other Cars to Consider
BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe -- The sleek Gran Coupe offers two excellent turbocharged gas engines (an inline-6 and a V8), though it lacks the A7's diesel option.
Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class -- The CLS isn't a handy hatchback like the A7, but it has standard V8 power for considerably more muscle.
Porsche Panamera -- The Panamera is more expensive than the A7, but it's similar in concept and certainly worth the stretch if you like the styling.
AutoTrader's Advice
Although the TDI diesel engine will run you an extra $2,400 as of this writing, it's so worth it. Thirty-eight mpg has never looked or felt so good.


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MCK Labs needed a new print or packaging design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 111 designs submitted by 41 freelance designers.
We are an established skin care company launching a new line of Dermaceutical skin care products with anti-aging, DNA repair, and pigment correction ingredients.
Bōske Dermaceuticals
We are looking for a packaging theme to be put on bottles and boxes. Currently there are about 10 products in all different shapes and sizes. This product will be selling in the range of $60-$110 so the packaging needs to look high end with a medical edge.
Link to the company logo in AI is here:
The main bottles shapes:
Actual Package Die Lines:
- Simple Design
- Mostly White
- Pastel Color Accents: preferably blues, greens, taupes, and grays
- High End, High Quality, Expensive Looking
- Modern, European Feel
- Theme based which can work on all different styles of boxes & bottles
- Intriguing
- Sizes of bottles are anywhere from large 200ML cleansers, to small jars, to airless pumps 1" circumference by 4" tall, to mascara size bottles.
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First annual Quahoggers Jamboree this Thursday
The Warwick Public Library will host the first ever Quahoggers Jamboree this Thursday beginning at 6 p.m.
The outdoor concert (to be held inside in the event of rain) will feature a meet-and-greet with local quahoggers, children's arts and crafts, an outdoor concert and a refreshments tent by Poppy's Gourmet.
Wil Gregersen, a librarian at the Warwick Public Library, helped to organize the event, which is based around the library garden's focal point: a statue and fountain depicting a quahogger and his dog. The statue was a gift to the library from Governor Lincoln Chafee, who was then the mayor, in 1998.
"It's a lovely asset for our community," he said.
Gregersen wanted to bring more attention to the statue and to the library, and thought an outdoor concert in the garden would be the perfect way to do so.
"Our garden is planted in such a beautiful way," he said. "It's a gorgeous setting."
The Friends of the Warwick Public Library will sponsor the event, which is free to the public.
Starting at 6 p.m., lemonade, kettle corn and other concessions will be sold in a tent by Poppy's Gourmet. Children can also partake in arts and crafts and make quahogs out of paper plates.
Those who arrive before 7 p.m. will have the chance to meet and speak with local quahoggers like Dave Ghigliotty and Jody King, two local shellfishers who will be at Thursday's event.
Both men plan on bringing tools of the trade, like bull rakes, to the event. King plans to bring his boat.
"They've set me up with a few parking spaces," said King. "It's 25 feet, so you won't miss it."
King's boat is appropriately named Black Gold.
"I dig up pieces of black quahog and turn them into pieces of gold," he said.
Both men grew up in Warwick and spent a lot of time on the water.
"Once it's in your blood, it's in your blood," said Ghigliotty, who began dabbling in shellfishing at the age of 15.
Now the men say they can't think of anything else they'd rather do.
Both rise before the sun to hit the water, ensuring they get the best catch possible. Sometimes their yield depends on Mother Nature, though both agree this year has been good for shellfish.
Catching shellfish is hard work, and requires strength and technique to drag the rakes, sometimes with 50 feet of pole attached to them, along the bottom of the bay.
"You have to visualize what you're doing at the bottom," said Ghigliotty.
Despite it's challenges, and the inconsistency of the catch, Ghigliotty and King agree it's a great career.
"It's the best job in the world," said Ghigliotty.
"What people may not know is that we love our jobs," said King. "I have two degrees, so I don't have to do this. It chose me. I wake up every morning and can't wait to get out on my boat."
Joining Ghigliotty and King at Thursday's event will be The Aristocats, a swing jazz band who will take the stage in the garden at 7 p.m. Those who attend the concert are encouraged to bring blankets or beach chairs.
Lloyd Kaplan is a member of The Aristocats, and said people can expect to hear swing jazz from the great American songbook. The Aristocats will be playing music by legends like George Gershwin, Duke Ellington and Fats Waller.
"If people wish to dance, we'll accommodate it," said Kaplan, a 78-year-old clarinet and saxophone player.
An upright bassist, a drummer and a 92-year-old guitar and banjo player will join Kaplan.
"We're all old," laughed Kaplan. "We've been together 17 or 18 years, so we're getting used to each other."
Kaplan said The Aristocats transport listeners back to the swing era of music.
"A lot of people love the older music and are not too fond of the newer music," he said. "They can relive that nostalgia. There aren't many that play the kind of music we play."
A 15-minute performance by the Generations Barbershop Quartet at 8 p.m. will close out the evening.
The night will also include appearances by Mayor Scott Avedisian and Rhode Island's First Lady, Stephanie Chafee.
Gregersen hopes the event will be a success, and that it will become an annual tradition.
The Quahoggers Jamboree will be held rain or shine at the Warwick Public Library. Register at the Welcome Desk.


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Velivet Side Effects
What should I watch for?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. You will need a regular breast and pelvic exam and Pap smear while on this medicine.
Use an additional method of contraception during the first cycle that you take these tablets.
If you have any reason to think you are pregnant, stop taking this medicine right away and contact your doctor or health care professional.
If you are taking this medicine for hormone related problems, it may take several cycles of use to see improvement in your condition.
Smoking increases the risk of getting a blood clot or having a stroke while you are taking birth control pills, especially if you are more than 35 years old. You are strongly advised not to smoke.
This medicine can make your body retain fluid, making your fingers, hands, or ankles swell. Your blood pressure can go up. Contact your doctor or health care professional if you feel you are retaining fluid.
This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths.
If you wear contact lenses and notice visual changes, or if the lenses begin to feel uncomfortable, consult your eye care specialist.
In some women, tenderness, swelling, or minor bleeding of the gums may occur. Notify your dentist if this happens. Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly may help limit this. See your dentist regularly and inform your dentist of the medicines you are taking.
If you are going to have elective surgery, you may need to stop taking this medicine before the surgery. Consult your health care professional for advice.
This medicine does not protect you against HIV infection (AIDS) or any other sexually transmitted diseases.
Common and Rare Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Incidence not known
Absent, missed, or irregular menstrual periods
change in vision
changes in skin color
chest pain or discomfort
clay-colored stools
dark urine
dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting
hives or welts
itching skin or rash
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
pains in the chest, groin, or legs, especially in the calves of the legs
severe headaches of sudden onset
slow or fast heartbeat
stomach pain
sudden loss of coordination or slurred speech
sudden troubled breathing
unusual tiredness or weakness
vomiting of blood
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Incidence not known
blotchy spots on the exposed skin
breast enlargement or tenderness
feeling sad or empty
itching of the vagina or outside the genitals
loss of interest or pleasure
pain during sexual intercourse
thick, white curd-like vaginal discharge without odor or with mild odor
trouble wearing contact lenses
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


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The enlarged squad began training in earnest at the WRU's National Centre of Excellence this week with Lewis keen to consolidate some of the playing philosophies he has already put into place at regional and international level.
He said: "We put the coaching team in place back in the summer in order that they could get to work with identifying and observing players within the Regional Age Grade Championship, which has once again been invaluable in our selection process.
"The WRU Colleges League has also increased in importance with players such as Llandovery College's Dan Brooks performing so well for his college that he earned a place in the Ospreys Regional U18 side and is now part of our national training squad.
"Our philosophy as a National Academy, and in particular with the U16 and U18 age groups, is to encourage players to put pressure on the opposition with the ball in hand. We believe that being bold and creative must be encouraged but within the basic template of being comfortable with the ball in hand and maintaining possession through quick recycling of the ball and the use of space and width.
"The game of rugby is based on constant intelligent movement and our objective is to develop 'rugby bright' players. Once players reach the U20 stage of their development, there will be an emphasis on tactical thinking and decision making but at U16 and in particular U18 level, we are prioritising basic skills, and in particular keeping possession alive whenever possible in order to develop an attacking, quick tempo game to benefit Welsh rugby as a whole.
"We have worked closely with WRU performance coaches within the regions and there has certainly been a greater intent to play with ball in hand at regional age grade level this season, plus we have players within this season's national squad who were with us last season so I'm confident we will see some results of that strategy this season."
There are 13 players from the Blues and Scarlets regions within the training squad, with 10 Ospreys, five Dragons, two players from the North Wales Academy and one Exile in Ben Calder from Saracens.
Wales U18 training squad:
Forwards: Callum Mitchell (North Wales/ Llandrillo College / Colwyn Bay), Alex Jeffries (Dragons / Coleg Gwent / Newport), Bradley Davies (Scarlets / Coleg Sir Gar / Pontyberem), Ryan Elias (Scarlets / Bro Myrddin / Carmarthen Athletic), Torin Myhill (Scarlets / Coleg Sir Gar / Burry Port), Javan Sebastian (Scarlets / Queen Elizabeth High / Carmarthan Athletic), Harrison Walsh (Ospreys / Gower College / Mumbles), Rob Lewis (Blues / Coleg Morgannwg / St Peters), Liam Belcher (Blues / Porth County Community School / Treorchy), Dillon Lewis (Blues / Ysgol Gyfun Garth Olwg / Pontypridd), Josh Helps (Scarlets / Dyffryn Taf), Adam Williams (Ospreys / Olchfa Comp/ Swansea Uplands), Adam Beard (Ospreys / Neath College / Birchgrove), Rory Thornton (Ospreys / Gower College / Bonymaen), James Sheeky (Blues / Coleg Morgannwg / Glamorgan Wanderers), Michael Snook (Blues / Llanishen High / Llanishen), Oliver Griffiths (Dragons / Coleg Gwent / Crumlin), Josh Middleton (Scarlets / Glanymor / Kidwelly), Will Boyde (Scarlets / Coleg Sir Gar / Narberth), Jordan Collier (Ospreys / Neath Port Talbot Coll/ Tonmawr), Callum Davies (Ospreys / St Josephs / Tonmawr), Ollie Hitchings (Blues/ Cowbridge Comp / Glamorgan Wanderers), Matthew Marley (Blues / Radyr Comp / Pentyrch), Sam Parker (Blues / Whitchurch Comp / St Peters, Glamorgan Wanderers).
Backs: Ben Calder (Oaklands School/ Saracens), Gareth Rees (Scarlets / Coleg Sir Gar / Ammanford), Tom Williams (Blues / Treorchy Comp / Treorchy),Dan Brooks (Ospreys / Llandovery Coll/ Bonymaen), Angus O'Brien (Dragons / Caerleon Comp / Caerleon), Jack Maynard (Scarlets / Coleg Sir Gar), Luke Price (Ospreys / Maesydderwen / Abercrave), Daniel Jones (Scarlets / Queen Elizabeth / Carmarthen Quins),Cameron Hughes (North Wales / Rydal Penrhos School), Tyler Morgan (Dragons / Coleg Gwent / Caerleon), Craig Woodall (Scarlets / Amman Valley), Joe Thomas (Ospreys / Neath Port Talbot Coll / Morriston), Garin Smith (Blues / Pontypridd High / Pontypridd), Ashton Hewitt (Dragons / Caerleon Comp / Newport), Josh Adams (Scarlets / Coleg Sir Gar / Pontyberem), Dafydd Howells (Ospreys / Neath Port Talbot Coll / Abercrave), Ellis Wyn Benham (Blues / Ysgol Glantaf / St Josephs), James Whittingham (Blues / Cowbridge Comprehensive), Steffan Evans (Scarlets / Ysgol y Strade / Kidwelly), Aled Summerhill (Blues / Coleg Morgannwg)
Wales U18 home fixtures 2013:
St Helens, Swansea
Wales Under 18 v Leicester Under 18
Tuesday 12 February 14.30 (half term week)
Wales Under 18 v France Under 18
Sunday 24 February 14.30
Wales Under 18 v England Under 18
Sunday 10 March 14.30
Tickets adults £5, Under 16s free, tickets available from Swansea RFC and by calling 01792 424242


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Magic Video-is a video numbers puzzle for Symbian S60 phones. The goal of the game is to recompose the picture, very much like the famous "Fifteen puzzle" game. The picture is taken in real time from your phones's video camera. Use direction keys to move the red box that marks the selected tile. Press the center key to swap the selected tile with the empty tile. What's New in This Release:
· Usability improvement: red tile selection mark has been removed, now the sliding tiles are moved directly with the directional keypad
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By Dara
M&J Bridal Salon Accessories– Necklace Style#44880 & Large Cage Veil Style#42929
There are so many great reasons for DIY projects, to save money, to create something you can't find, to re-use something you don't use, but most importantly to show your creativity and personality. And here's something that works great anywhere and I mean anywhere. For a wedding or everyday use, this fabric brooch looks great in the hair, accessory, clothing and even your wedding dress.
- 27inches of 50mm Midori Dupioni Silk Ribbon Item# 37302 in Peacock
- 5 Flat Back Pearl Buttons Item# 27592 size 8mm
- 4 inches of 27mm Box Pleated Taffeta Item#00872
- 2 inches 2-Row Rhinestone Blanket Trim Item# 03602
- Glue Gun
- Scissors
- Accessory clip
- Scrap of Felt Fabric
M&J Bridal Salon Accessory Necklace Style# 44880
- The length of each material depends on how you want to design your flower brooch. For this particular project. Here is what I did.
- I took a 4" long pleated taffeta and folded ½" on both sides and used the glue gun to attach it to the felt. Make sure you don't lay it down too straight or it'll end up looking a little awkward. Slight bend both sides a little and glue it down. Be careful, the glue gun is extremely hot.
- Next I took about 2" of a double row rhinestone trim and glued it on top of the pleated ribbon to cover the ribbons stitches that it came with.
- Next is making the flower.
- For the larger flower, I used about 3/4 of a yard of Midori Dupinoi ribbon. On one end, tie a loose knot. Make it as flat as possible.
- Next lay the ribbon down on a table and with two finger, hold down the knot.
- With the other hand, start flipping the ribbon over one small section at a time. The ribbons should over lap each other as you also turn the ribbon on the table to form a flower. You can make the flower as tight or loose as you would like, but just remember to hold it down so it stays in shape.
4. When you're complete with the flower, tuck the end down underneath the flower and carefully pick up the flower to glue it down onto the felt. Glue it close to the rhinestone trim.
- Repeat steps a-d for the other two flowers
- When you're done gluing the entire flower down, glue the loose pearls onto the center of the flower.
- Also glue pieces of the rhinestones along areas where you can visibly see the felt.
- Next, take the scissors and carefully trim the brooch. Be careful not to get too close to the flower and not to trim too far.
- Lastly, glue the accessory clip onto the back of the felt. With this clip, you can add it onto your hair, clothing or anywhere you like.
Accessories are from our M&J Bridal Salon
Call 1-800-9MJTRIM to Purchase.
Necklace Style# 44880
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Fralinger String Band is announcing that all the money donated to the Fralinger Fire Fund will be donated to the families adversely affected by the fire.
The string band had feared that the December 10th fire had destroyed all of its props. But leaders of the historic band say they have made a final determination that the water and smoke damaged props are repairable. The Fund was established before that was known, and although there is some cost of repair, the band will not touch any of the donated money for itself.
All proceeds donated to the Fralinger Fire Fund received from December 12, 2012 through January 1, 2013, will be given to the fire victims. Fralinger encourages continued donations to the Fralinger Fire Fund in order to assist these families.
Fralinger expresses its gratitude to the Fire and Police Departments, L & I, other Mummers and non Mummer residents who have been involved in saving as much of the warehouse as they could and assisting Fralinger in the recovery.
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Finding the perfect gift for a child is never easy – especially if you are looking for a toy that's both fun and educational for a child and affordable regardless of the parent's budget. Here's a few gifts that are great for children's minds and for parents' pocketbooks available at Kaplan Toys.
Under $25
For Infants/Toddlers:
Magnetic Stacking Ladybug
12 Months & Up
Toddlers will discover a new concept as they learn about magnets when they watch how two parts are attached. They can build and stack in a fun way as the animal is created.
Price: $19.95
Baby's First Sounds Vinyl Books and Blocks Set
6 Months & Up
This set of three vinyl books with simple images will encourage the development of baby's first sounds – the foundation of language development.
Price: $18.95
Ambi® Pounding Apple
12 Months & Up
Knock down one caterpillar and another pops up right away. The caterpillars can also be pushed into the apple by hand.
Price: $22.00
For Kids:
My First Puppy
2 Years & Up
This precious puppy is ready to be loved and cared for. Set includes a puppy, 3 piece outfit, collar, chew toy and fashionable carrybag. When playtime is over, puppy and all of her accessories store in the bag!
Price: $13.95
Sky Diver Paper Airplanes
6 Years & Up
Now you can create paper airplanes that are so much better than the ones you can make in class!
Price: $11.21
Strange Plant Collection
4 Years & Up
Ignite a garden of four botanical oddities! Grow brains and eyeballs as plants move and eat meat.
Price: $24.95
Under $50
For Infants/Toddlers:
2 in 1 Snug 'N Secure Swing
9 – 48 months
Easy to use and just right for babies and growing kids who love to swing! Features a T-bar that rotates down for easy loading and unloading. Adjustable stay-put shoulder straps hold baby securely in place.
Price: $31.95
Shape Sorter Curioso
1 Year & Up
Your baby will learn to use perception and visual skills in order to figure out which shape goes where! This matching game acquaints children with shapes and colors. The acoustic and optical elements of the colored blocks stimulate perception.
Price: $44.95
TOMY® Pic 'n' Pop
18 Months & Up
Pic 'n' Pop gets your child on the move! Launch balls from the chute with the click of the button, and then roll over the ball and magically pick it up! Includes 5 balls. Great for indoors and outdoors!
Price: $32.95
For Kids:
Custom Rides Design Studio
8 Years & Up
Gear up to create countless cool rides from scratch using a custom lighted tablet. This kit lights the way for you to combine acetates and clings to build, sketch, and customize car and motorcycle designs.
Price: $43.95
Wobble Deck
5 Years & Up (not to exceed 100 lbs)
Test your balance and reflexes with this fun electronic balance challenge! Can be used indoors or outdoors, and has 3 multi-level balance games. Improves coordination, reflexes, and mental energy. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.
Price: $49.95
"My" Tent
3 Years & Up
Children will love to play in this bright purple, green and orange multicolor tent. Ties on front door allows for easy opening and closing. Durable and long lasting polyethylene waterproof floor. Storage bag included.
Price: $34.95


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Taken from Remy's World. Enjoy.
Musings from a teacher, runner, knitter, baker and reader
A Full Carpentry Service
running all the miles, drinking all the coffee.
coffee loving, Welsh runner... chasing the ultra!!!
Human connection is essential and deserved by all
This blog is all about roaming the Bicol Region, Philippines wisely on a budget. We'll talk about what Bicol has to offer when it comes to great hotel deals, good food and where to go on your vacation. So, I hope this blog site will be helpful to those of you on the look out for great deals while you have fun in Bicol. Also, I will be sharing what my life here is like and some of the things that I find interesting in my side of the world. "It is a wise man indeed who believes that the concept of toil is a myth, and life should be a never-ending vacation."
You must go on adventures to find out where you truly belong!
New Perspective on Life
Engineering. Bikes. Being Outdoors
Dancer Turned Runner Running My Way Through Life!
I'm Bards. I'm moving ... and soon running crazy long and fast again.
writer | traveler | food❤er | yogi | runnin' fool
Healthywayz- Achievable Incremental Aims to Health
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Given the increasingly shorter attention span of today's Web user, it's no wonder Twitter's looping video app – Vine – is crawling its way into brand marketing strategies across the globe. At more than 40 million users in just over a year, it's making a run at Instagram, now over three years old with more than 150 million users.
Video sharing platforms, like Vine, are expected to grow over the next several years, as video is the new frontier in driving higher levels of social media engagement.
Vine enables users to post and share six-second looping video clips via their mobile devices. The camera records only while the screen is being touched, allowing for on-the-fly editing and stop-motion effects.
Vine video clips can be shared to the Vine network, Twitter and Facebook. Vine allows your video content to go viral quickly and easily, as users can just click the "revine" button beneath your Vine video to instantly post it to their profile for their followers to see.
While more business-to-consumer (B2C) brands are using Vine than their business-to-business (B2B) counterparts, participation by both groups is increasing significantly. To determine if Vine is right for your business, assess the site's user demographics to ensure your target market is well represented.
Vine users are older than you might think, with Adobe Social reporting half of those talking about Vine on Twitter were over 35. Vine is a mobile app with no desktop counterpart, however, and it requires a smartphone, which rules out a strong percentage of 65-plus users. According to Pew Research Center's September report on smartphone usage, Vine is the best fit for brands targeting consumers 18-49, as more than 65 percent of this group own smartphones. Provided Vine is a fit for your brand, consider some of these strategies.
Make the process of receiving and un-boxing your products a fun one, by shooting video similar to opening a present on Christmas morning. Also consider revealing new products by showing just half of the new product, asking your customers to guess what the new product might be.
Demonstrate how your product is made with a behind-the-scenes video, or solve problems that relate to the products or services you offer by posting ultra short how-to videos.
Tell the six-second version of your company history or commitment to giving back to the community. Give a tour of your office and unique culture. Ask customers for video testimonials that you can string together to share how customers see your brand. Whether Vine makes sense for your brand, there's no denying the increasing importance sharable video content is playing with consumers.
Lori Turner-Wilson is an award-winning columnist and CEO/Founder of RedRover, a sales training and marketing firm based in Memphis, www.redrovercompany.com. You can follow RedRover on Twitter (@redrovercompany and @loriturner) and Facebook (facebook.com/redrovercompany).
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CRESTVIEW � Kelli Correa's fifth-grade reading class at Antioch Elementary School received a surprise on Monday afternoon when Pizza Hut representatives presented a pizza party and other prizes.
CRESTVIEW � Kelli Correa's fifth-grade reading class at Antioch Elementary School received a surprise on Monday afternoon when Pizza Hut representatives presented a pizza party and other prizes.
The students earned the party after ranking 70th of Book It�s "Top 100 Reading Classrooms" in the country.
The restaurant�s incentive-based Book It program has promoted reading since 1985. Students now use an online minutes tracker to log the number of minutes each student reads over six months.
More than 14 million children and 680,000 classrooms across the country participated in this year�s program. Correa�s Cougars logged 144,520 minutes of reading. The school itself logged more than 325,000 minutes.
This purportedly was a first for Okaloosa County.
"Pizza Hut has had restaurants here for the past 25 years, and this was the first time they ever had a top 100 winner," representative Doug Dildy said.
Students received free pizza and cake for their accomplishment, and each received a gift bag that included a certificate, coupons and other prizes.
Correa earned a framed certificate, a gift card and an award.
"It feels awesome; I'm so excited for the kids," said Correa, who is on maternity leave but stopped in for the announcement. "I didn't realize it was such a big achievement until I came here today."
Correa credited her students� efforts.
"(It was) just me motivating the kids and the kids doing their part at home and coming back with their minutes for us to log in," she said.
Brooklyn Peterson, 11, said she couldn't count all the books she read.
"There is too many to count," she said, adding she reads about four hours after school.
"They are just reading all of the time," Principal Wanda Avery said. "I am very proud of them for reading because I am an avid reader, and � one thing I stress to all of our students is to read, read, read."
Contact News Bulletin Staff Writer Matthew Brown at 850-682-6524 or firstname.lastname@example.com. Follow him on Twitter @cnbMatthew.


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That was the question visiting supporters were asking themselves on their way in to Upton Park.
Not any more, as City turned in a performance of fluency and finesse spearheaded by the irrepressible Sergio Aguero and Alvaro Negredo to claim a first away win of the season at the fourth time of asking.
Aguero struck twice in the early stages of both halves but City were made to sweat when West Ham replied through Ricardo Vaz Te just before the hour.
However, David Silva added a sublime third with ten minutes on the clock to allay fears of more away day misery and confirm the destination of the points.
Perhaps last weekend's international break came as an inconvenience to both sides after West Ham produced the shock of the last Premier League match day with a 3-0 victory over Spurs the day after City had expelled their Everton hoodoo with a classy 3-1 home win.
Manuel Pellegrini's XI showed five changes from the team that beat Everton a fortnight ago, with Micah Richards, Gael Clichy, Matija Nastasic, Javi Garcia and Samir Nasri all making the cut for City's first trip to the capital in 2013/14.
Vincent Kompany and Martin Demichelis were both still missing with injuries, so Nastasic and Garcia partnered eachother at the heart of defence, while up front, it was the Aguero and Negredo axis that left fans licking their lips in the Toffees triumph a fortnight ago.
The Chilean's counterpart Sam Allardyce was able to name in-form Ravel Morrison in his side, along with Mark Noble, Kevin Nolan and Stewart Downing across a packed midfield in a team which lacked a recognised striker.
Allardyce or "Allardici", if you like, was bang on trend, fielding a rotating cast of "false nines", perhaps an indication that a repeat of last season's goalless draw in this fixture would do Big Sam just fine.
Who could pick up from where they left off before the international break?
On that score, Pellegrini's men made all of the early running, with Richards bombing forward from right-back at every opportunity and Silva pulling the strings in behind the menacing strike partnership forged in Madrid and Quilmes.
...West Ham v City match report...
It was that little and large combination which unlocked the home defence for the first time after a quarter of an hour.
Fernandinho played a straight pass through the lines towards Negredo which he nonchalantly dummied, allowing the ball to by-pass the Irons defence and roll invitingly into the path of Aguero who found himself all alone in behind.
It was a breathtakingly imaginative "non-assist" from Negredo and the end result never looked in doubt as City's no.16 slammed past Jussi Jääskeläinen in the 16th minute.
City have never lost a Premier League game that the Argentine has scored in and just under ten minutes later, he had a chance to double the damage with a volley from a Negredo knockdown but this time Jääskeläinen was equal to the task with solid hands.
Negredo dragged an effort wide after 33 minutes and Yaya Toure forced a great save from the Hammers' keeper a few moments later but the early fizz and fluency had given way to a drift which seemed to encourage the home side out of their early malaise, although Joe Hart remained untested until after the break.
City's two away defeats this season have seen them surrender leads, leaving pundits to speculate on concentration levels over 90 minutes in the away side's ranks.
Those early season slip-ups at Cardiff and Aston Villa would surely have been referenced by Pellegrini in his half-time briefing, as well as the fragility of a one-goal winning margin.
...West v City match report...
A second goal was top of the Sky Blue wish list when the game resumed and, happily, there was only a five minute wait for it.
Silva picked out an unmarked Aguero on the front post with a free-kick from the left side and time seemed to stand still as his guided header found its way into the top corner via Jääskeläinen's fingertips.
West Ham halved the deficit eight minutes later with their second shot on target when Vaz Te beat the offside trap and bicycle kicked a looping pass from Morrison past a stranded Hart.
Negredo nearly restored the two-goal cushion when he thrashed the ball against the underside of the crossbar on the hour, Aguero was denied by another fine save ten minutes later, before substitute Aleksandar Kolarov worked Jääskeläinen yet again, but City's knockout blow just wouldn't register.
City lived on their nerves in the face of a brief onslaught from Allardyce's charges but Silva added a delightful third with a precise finish around the goalkeeper from a silky Aguero flick to settle the match with ten minutes to go.
Moscow is calling and, in this mood, the Sky Blues look ready to answer the call.


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An intriguing battle involving Western Conference inhabitants is set to take place Saturday night between the Los Angeles Clippers and Houston Rockets from the Toyota Center.
The Clippers will close out their quick tour through Texas and a four-game road trip against the Rockets. Los Angeles is 1-2 on the swing and will try not to lose any more ground in the West standings.
L.A., which is fourth in the conference at one-half game behind idle Denver and one-half game ahead of Memphis, had won three of four games until running into the West-leading San Antonio Spurs in a 104-102 setback Friday night. Tim Duncan made a three-point play with 2.2 seconds left and Chris Paul misfired on a shot at the horn for the Clippers.
"The Spurs are obviously having a tremendous season. They've been together a long time," said Clippers coach Vinny Del Negro. "I thought we battled. We could have slowed them down a little bit. We did a better job in the second half controlling them as much as possible. We were not able to convert down the stretch. They made a couple shots that we didn't. That's the difference in these games."
Blake Griffin and Jamal Crawford scored 18 and 16 points, respectively, and Paul ended with 14 points and 12 assists for Los Angeles, which is 21-16 on the road and will start a four-game homestand next week versus Indiana. Clippers guard Chauncey Billups (groin) did not play in San Antonio.
The Clippers are averaging 100.9 ppg this season, eighth in the NBA.
Houston is second in the league with 106.0 ppg, but has been held under the century mark in scoring over the last three games (1-2).
The Rockets had a three-game losing streak stopped versus Indiana on Wednesday, then sustained a 103-94 setback Friday at Memphis. They shot 42 percent for the game and were led by 16 points from both Chandler Parsons and Donatas Motiejunas.
"We made more mistakes defensively tonight than we have been," said Rockets coach Kevin McHale.
James Harden had only seven points -- his lowest output since a six-point effort Nov. 18 at Utah. Harden leads the Rockets in scoring and is fifth in the NBA with 26.0 ppg.
Houston, which had won three straight and five of six games until the recent slide, is 25-11 at home and seventh in the West -- 1 1/2 games behind Golden State and 2 1/2 games in front of Utah and the L.A. Lakers.
The last time the Rockets lost three in a row was during a seven-game slide from Jan. 9-19 this season.
Houston is winless (0-2) against the Clippers this season and has lost five in a row and six of the last seven meetings.


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Luxury Car Deals: December 2012
If you're after a luxury car, December is a great time to buy. That's because many upscale automakers are striving to hit year-end sales targets, leading to deep discounts and savings. We've rounded up some of the best luxury car deals below, listing attractive deals on luxury cars for customers interested in leasing, financing, or buying their next car outright.
Acura ILX
Acura's latest sedan is available with incentives in December. Shoppers interested in leasing the sedan can get rates as low as $229 per month for 36 months plus $1,999 due at signing. For drivers who would prefer an automatic, the cost rises to $239 per month and $2,299 at signing. And for those who would rather put nothing down, Acura says an automatic ILX can be leased for $280 per month with zero due at signing. Qualified shoppers interested in financing a 2013 ILX will find interest rates as low as 0.9 percent for up to 60 months.
Infiniti G37
The Infiniti G37 is available with several lease offers in December. The G37 sedan can be leased for 24 months at $319 per month after $2,999 at lease signing - a deal that also applies to the all-wheel drive G37x sedan. The handsome G37 coupe is slightly more expensive, starting at $329 for rear-wheel drive models after $2,999 down, or $339 for an all-wheel drive G37x coupe with the same down payment. Shoppers interested in a G37 convertible will find monthly payments starting at $459 for 39 months with $3,499 due at signing.
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Jaguar XF
Jaguar is offering impressive lease and financing deals on its midsize XF sedan in December. The automaker says the 2012 XF starts at $539 per month for 36 months after $3,995 down - a great deal on a car that normally starts around $54,000. For buyers looking to finance the XF, Jaguar is offering 0.9 percent interest on all 2012 models. The automaker is also offering up to $5,000 cash back for loyal Jaguar owners who are trading in their current models for an all-new Jaguar.
Lincoln MKS
The full-size Lincoln MKS is available with deals for drivers looking to lease or finance. Qualified shoppers interested in financing can get zero percent interest for up to 48 months on all 2013 MKS models - a figure that jumps to 0.9 percent for 60 months. The sedan can also be leased for 39 months at $479 per month with nothing down. Unfortunately for cash buyers, Lincoln's best incentive in December is a small $1,000 back - though it's still an enticing figure that may convince some shoppers to pull the trigger on the large sedan.
Mercedes C-Class
The Mercedes C-Class is a great deal in December thanks to incentives from Mercedes. According to the automaker, qualified shoppers can buy a 2013 C-Class with 2.49 percent interest for up to 36 months. Lease shoppers will also get a good deal, with Mercedes offering an attractive 30-month lease rate. That deal requires $4,143 down on a base-level C250, but boasts monthly payments of just $349 per month. With the same down payment, shoppers can also get an all-wheel drive C300 4Matic for $369 per month, allowing buyers in northern climates to get a luxury car at a similarly good deal.
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After a combined 173 years on Earth, it's probably no surprise that Elizabeth "Betty" Spratt Robbins and Clesson Robbins didn't get too worked up over the Friday night snowstorm.
With all that perspective and a little adaptability, the couple, both residents of the Briarwood retirement community off East Mountain Street, got married Saturday afternoon almost exactly as they planned to.
"It all worked out," Mrs. Robbins said.
Mrs. Spratt Robbins, 81, and Mr. Robbins, 92, had planned for the ceremony to take place at Salem Covenant Church, right down the street from Briarwood. But the magnitude of the snowstorm that struck the area made the distance seem a lot longer, so with the help of family and staff at Briarwood, the couple moved the ceremony to Briarwood, where the reception had already been scheduled.
"We knew that if we got some snow it was not far from Briarwood for the reception," Mrs. Spratt Robbins said. "We were never thinking it was going to be this kind of storm."
It certainly was that kind of storm, and Salem Covenant Church pastor Mark Frykholm, who was scheduled to officiate the wedding, was stuck in Mexico. Mrs. Spratt Robbins said he let them know late in the week that flights were being canceled and he might not make it.
Luckily, for several of his 16 years at Briarwood, Mr. Robbins lived next door to a retired pastor, Roscoe Robison. The two became good friends over the years, and Rev. Robison, who said his last wedding as an American Baptist pastor was for his granddaughter's wedding in South Carolina 13 years ago, said he was honored to preside over the ceremony in Rev. Frykholm's place.
"In baseball, they would call it a pinch-hitter," Rev. Robison said.
Mrs. Spratt Robbins said she had the flowers for the wedding delivered Friday, and since the organist hired for the ceremony wouldn't be there, family members improvised; Mrs. Spratt Robbins said her granddaughter hooked up an iPod to a stereo which provided music for the ceremony and reception.
"At the reception we had Sinatra and songs of our era playing," Mrs. Spratt Robbins said.
The couple tied the knot at 3:30 p.m., and Mrs. Spratt Robbins said the reception, which included 19 family members — including four generations of her family — wrapped up around 8.
Mrs. Spratt Robbins, a longtime secretary and library assistant who grew up in Uxbridge and who was married 55 years when her husband died, said her wedding is the first wedding at the retirement community between two residents who met there.
"I met him about three years ago," she said. "We would get together for musical programs here, and we just gravitated toward each other. He's a wonderful person, and an exceptional gentleman."
Mr. Robbins, a World War II veteran who worked 35 years at American Optical Co. in Southbridge, was married 53 years when his wife died.
"We have many mutual interests," Mr. Robbins said. "She is probably one of the most considerate and compassionate people I've ever met."
They both shared a strong Christian faith, and true to traditions, Mrs. Spratt Robbins said that if she was going to be living with Mr. Robbins, she wanted to be married to him.
"I am a daughter of a minister, and I believe in marriage, and that's basically it," Mrs. Spratt Robbins said.
Mr. Robbins, who will move into his wife's residence at the retirement community, agreed with his wife that they were both committed to getting married.
"We ultimately decided that at our age it was now or never, so we decided to get married," Mr. Robbins said.
Rev. Robison said the whole experience was fun, and said his wife commented that the entire Briarwood community seems "lifted up" about the marriage.
"They have come together in a new life, and it's exciting," he said.
Rev. Robison, who was ordained almost 65 years ago, said he had a good feeling about the couple's wedding.
"They're just an exceptional couple," he said. "They were of a mind to proceed on through. Not even that blizzard was going to throw them off track."


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"Have you forgotten the holocaust? Have you forgotten the gulags in Russia? Communism, nazism, fascism did not come from Africa. … A Western country was the first to use weapons of mass destruction in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Those countries have been able to rise. Africa, there is hope," Bishop Tutu assured.