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On a private white sand beach in Parrot Cay, this resort is within the vicinity of Fort George Cay, Pumpkin Bluff, and The Aquarium. Regional attractions also include Grace Bay Beach and Little Water Cay.
Resort Features
Catch some rays on COMO Parrot Cay's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants.
Room Amenities
All 72 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, plus free WiFi, free wired Internet, and TVs with DVD players. Other amenities available to guests include balconies, pillowtop beds, and iPod docks.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us! Opens in a new window.
COMO Parrot Cay
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at COMO Parrot Cay like a marina and an outdoor pool.
A complimentary breakfast is offered. Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This luxury resort also offers outdoor tennis courts, a health club, and a spa tub.
- Express check-in
- Library
- Bar/lounge
- Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Babysitting or childcare
- Full-service spa
- 24-hour front desk
- Marina on site
- Poolside bar
- Free breakfast
- Billiards or pool table
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Year Built 1998
- Pool sun loungers
- Free WiFi
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Outdoor pool
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Health club
- Free wired Internet
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- On private beach
- Spa services on site
- Terrace
- Number of restaurants - 2
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Outdoor tennis courts - 2
- Pool umbrellas
- Beach towels
- Spa tub
- Total number of rooms - 72
- One meeting room
- Wedding services
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Garden
- Tennis on site
- Multilingual staff
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet
Room Amenities
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Room service (24 hours)
- DVD player
- Premium bedding
- Balcony
- Ceiling fan
- Air conditioning
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Access via exterior corridors
- Turndown service
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Designer toiletries
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Separate bathtub and shower
- In-room massage available
- Slippers
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Desk
- Television
- Free WiFi
- Free wired Internet
- iPod docking station
- Number of bathrooms -
- Down comforter
- Egyptian-cotton sheets
- Pillowtop mattress
- Free cribs/infant beds
Where to Eat
Guests are offered a complimentary full breakfast.
Lotus - This poolside restaurant specializes in Pan-Asian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Terrace - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.
Nearby Things to Do
A private beach, outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and a health club are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Pilates classes on site
- Fishing on site
- Ecotours nearby
- Sailing on site
- Kayaking on site
- Water skiing on site
- Motor boating on site
- Windsurfing on site
- Yoga classes/instruction on site
Spa Services
COMO Shambhala Retreat has 9 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Thai massages, and massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.
- Number of treatment rooms 9
- Couples treatment rooms
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Ayurvedic treatments
- Hot stone massage
- Deep tissue massage
- Sauna in spa
- Spa tub in spa
- Steam room in spa
- Thai massage
- Massages
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 210 per night.
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
- Dogs only
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 198 per person (roundtrip)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 0.00 (roundtrip), (up to 4 years old)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 210 per night
Hotel Name
- Parrot Cay COMO Hotel Providenciales
- Parrot Cay COMO Hotel
- Parrot Cay COMO
- Parrot Cay Providenciales
- Parrot Cay Turks Caicos
- COMO Parrot Cay Hotel
- Parrot Cay by COMO
We should mention
Guests must transfer via boat to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Awards & Affiliations
- COMO Parrot Cay is listed in the 2013 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.


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Meet Toni
When this renowned chef's life was drastically changed after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, he turned to the experts at UPMC for treatment.
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Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder, meaning it affects parts of the brain that control body movement (motor function).
It leads to shaking (tremors) and difficulty with:
Parkinson's disease is one of the most common nervous system disorders among elderly patients and worsens with age. It is most common in people over age 50.
Although there is no cure, several treatment options can help control symptoms of Parkinson's disease and allow you to live independently for many years.
People whose symptoms do not respond well to medication may be candidates for deep brain stimulation at UPMC.
UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh are now conducting a new gene therapy study for individuals who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease for at least five years and have had varying responses to their current medication. Learn more about this study.
To diagnose Parkinson's disease, your doctor will ask for your medical history and perform a physical exam, looking for:
Additional tests may be required to rule out other diseases, especially if symptoms are mild or the patient is elderly.
Parkinson's disease symptoms may be mild at first, then worsen as the disease progresses and the person ages.
Symptoms can occur either on one side of the body or on both sides, and may include:
Parkinson's disease, like many movement disorders, can be treated but not cured. As medical researchers continue to search for a cure, clinical experts at UPMC offer many state-of-the-art treatments to alleviate the symptoms and allow patients to lead fuller, more independent lives.
Drugs can help treat the tremors and stiffness associated with Parkinson's disease by changing the brain's chemistry, mainly by increasing dopamine levels. Your doctors will work closely with you to monitor your response to medication and any side effects.
As the disease progresses, drugs for movement-related symptoms generally become a less effective treatment option.
Other medications may be prescribed to address:
UPMC is a leader in treating movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease with deep brain stimulation (DBS), and now offers both standard and MRI-guided asleep DBS, depending on your condition.
Deep brain stimulation delivers electrical stimulation to targeted areas in the brain that control movement, blocking the nerve signals that cause abnormal movement. Deep brain stimulation gives significant benefit in about 70 percent of people who undergo the procedure.
Gamma Knife radiosurgery is a painless procedure that uses hundreds of highly focused radiation beams to target deep brain regions to create precise functional lesions within the brain, with no surgical incision. Gamma Knife may be a treatment option for patients with Parkinson's tremor who are high risk for surgery due to medical conditions or advanced age.
As the nation's leading provider of Gamma Knife procedures, UPMC has treated more than 12,000 patients with tumors, vascular malformations, pain, and other functional problems.
UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh are now conducting a new gene therapy study for individuals who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease for at least five years and have had varying responses to their current medication. Learn more about this study.
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Beaumont/Port Arthur
Orange County Judge Carl Thibodeaux flexed his judicial muscle to order an emergency burn ban for all of Orange County on Monday, April 18. The ban will be in effect for seven days, and county commissioners will have an opportunity to keep the ban in effect during the entity's next scheduled meeting.
While we harbor no disrespect for the Wall Street Journal who called us "that scrappy little paper from Southeast Texas," we prefer to think of ourselves as simple seekers of the truth. We're of the opinion that headlines and sound bites never tell the whole story. Our readers demand all the facts, facets and flavors of every story or event. And, they expect to be informed, educated and stirred to action.
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I am always on the lookout for new historical novels or novelists that I have not yet had a chance to read. After reading an article on historical fiction in the Historical Novels Review, I had a few names of past writers that I took with me to my local library. The trip was quite successful.
One of the authors I came across was Allan Massie, who writes the rugby column for the Scotsman. As it turns out, Mr. Massie has written several novels of ancient Rome including, Augustus, Tiberius, Antony, Caesar, Caligula and Nero's Heirs. Not all of them were available but of the ones that were, I decided to begin with Antony.
Gore Vidal says of Allan Massie that he is "Master of the long-ago historical novel." Well, you would have to read more to decide that for yourself but I can say, having just finished Antony, that Mr. Massie has taken an exceptionally unique approach. The novel is Antony's memoir, written after the battle of Actium but before Octavian (later Augustus) takes Aegyptus. Most everyone knows the story of Antony and Cleopatra so I won't go into it here. The character that Massie creates of Antony is of the type of man that was able to approach the greatness of an Alexander. Where the latter heralded the beginning of the Hellenistic age, so did Antony prove to be the final hero of that same age. He was victorious in battle, loved by Rome and by his Legions, and known the world over as the possible provider of a golden age and even as Dionysos incarnate. Truly an amazing character that Mr. Massie has managed to portray with humour, bravery, honour and pathos. Godlike and yet vulnerably human as well.
I would certainly recommend this book just for its portrayal of Antony however, the picture painted of Cleopatra is certainly unflattering. This historian in me was cringing whenever Mr. Massie's version of her would appear as she is a spoiled, conniving woman who just comes across as stupid. This flies in the face of what historians such as Michael Grant and writer/historians such as Steven Saylor have been saying which is that Cleopatra was nowhere near stupid but was a highly intelligent woman who spoke countless languages, had a keener political insight that even Caesar himself and had a vision of the future that required an equally great partner such as she had in Caesar or Antony. To balance out Massie's sad adaptation of Cleopatra, one should definitely read Michael Grant's biography of her which is not too long but loaded with helpful information and great research.
Truth is, we all have different perceptions of how things should or should not be, even in hindsight. Unless a personal diary emerged from either Antony or Cleopatra, we will likely never know the true story of their rise and fall, their loves and hates. The reality may not be Shakespeare but it may not be that far off either. Remember, history is almost always written by the victors and in this instance, the victor was Octavian, later Augustus, who had launched a masterful propaganda campaign against Cleopatra and Marcus Antonius, one of the greatest Romans of the age. Perhaps this is an example of how fiction can indeed become history?
Despite a couple of little dislikes, I will definitely pick up another of Mr. Massie's Roman novels. The other novelist I picked up at the library was Alfred Duggan who wrote some Roman novels earlier in the 20th century. I now have Mr. Duggan's novel, Family Favourites which is about the Severan Emperor Elagabalus who was one of the successors of Septimius Severus and Caracalla in whose reigns my own novels are set. I'll let you all know how that one turns out.


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Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel on Wednesday vehemently defended the deal that freed Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl in sharp and at times angry exchanges with Republican lawmakers during the first open hearing on the controversial swap of war prisoners.
Hagel's feisty testimony before the House Armed Services Committee was in marked contrast with his placid performance at his January 2013 Senate confirmation hearing, which was so flat that he himself now mocks it.
Hagel, a former Republican senator from Nebraska, was clearly primed to respond firmly to critics of the June 1 exchange of Bergdahl for five Taliban militants from the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
The Pentagon chief said President Barack Obama's constitutional powers as commander-in-chief gave him the authority to keep Congress in the dark about the deal, ignoring a law requiring that lawmakers receive 30 days' notice of any release of Guantanamo detainees.
While Hagel said there was some risk in freeing the five Taliban, who include the former Afghanistan regime's deputy defense and intelligence ministers, he insisted that the deal contains adequate protections against them harming Americans.
With some of Bergdahl's former platoon members claiming that he went AWOL on June 30, 2009, before his capture by the Taliban, Hagel assured lawmakers that the Pentagon will review his mysterious disappearance fully, but only after he recovers from his five-year ordeal as a POW.
Countering claims that U.S. soldiers died looking for Bergdahl, Hagel said he has "seen no evidence that directly links any American combat death to the rescue or finding or search of Sgt. Bergdahl."
The Qatari government brokered the exchange, which requires that the five Taliban stay in Qatar for at least a year. Asked whether they must wear restraints or monitors or are allowed freedom of movement, Hagel said he could provide such details only in a closed hearing.
For all his firmness, Hagel acknowledged that the Obama administration had bungled the aftermath of the Bergdahl exchange in its relations with Congress and in public statements.
"We didn't handle some of this right," he told the panel.
The hearing was often tense, as several Republicans on the committee took a prosecutorial tone with Hagel, repeatedly interrupting his answers and questioning his veracity. A decorated Vietnam War veteran, Hagel gave as well as he took, his voice rising at times as he accused his critics of misconstruing his statements and questioning his motives.
Stephen Preston, the Pentagon's top lawyer, also testified.
In the most combative exchange, Rep. Mike Conaway, a Texas Republican, criticized the defense secretary for having failed to notify lawmakers of the pending exchange for Bergdahl.
"Over and over and over, you and Mr. Preston both have said, 'We don't trust Congress, we don't trust Congress,'" Conaway told Hagel. "It's insulting, it's disrespectful, and I get it."
As Conaway pursued the point, Hagel said: "By the way, I never said that I don't trust Congress. That's your words."
"Yes, you did," Conaway replied. "Yes, you have. Over and over."
"I never said I don't trust Congress. . . . You want to check your transcript, Congressman."
In another contentious back and forth, another Texas Republican, Rep. Mac Thornberry, tried to get Hagel to admit that by securing Bergdahl's freedom, he and Obama had breached a longstanding U.S. policy of never negotiating with terrorists.
Hagel acknowledged that Bergdahl was held for parts of his five years' captivity by the Haqqani network, an Islamist insurgent group based in Pakistan.
"And it's also true," Thornberry said, "that the Haqqani network is listed by the State Department as a foreign terrorist organization."
"That's right, that's right," Hagel responded. ". . . But we didn't negotiate with Haqqani. I want to make sure the record is clear on that. We engaged the Qataris, and they engaged the Taliban. Now, if the Haqqanis were subcontracting to the Taliban or whatever that relationship is . . . there's a difference there."
That explanation prompted a retort from Rep. Mike Turner, an Ohio Republican: "That's our footnote now? So now the new policy of the administration is we don't negotiate with terrorists directly?"
Rep. Adam Smith of Washington, senior Democrat on the committee, said the Taliban will have to be involved in any eventual settlement of the almost 13-year Afghanistan war.
"The current Afghan government has said over and over again that they want to negotiate with the Taliban," Smith said. "Any sensible person who looks at the situation in Afghanistan right now understands that there is no ultimate peaceful solution if at some point they don't negotiate with some Taliban."
In another tense exchange, Rep. Jeff Miller, a Florida Republican, asked Hagel why Bergdahl is still being treated at a U.S. military hospital in Landstuhl, Germany, where he was flown June 1 from Afghanistan after his release.
"Why hasn't he been returned to the United States?" asked Miller, who also serves as chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee. "We have seriously wounded soldiers that are returned to the United States almost immediately after they are stabilized. How long did Jessica Lynch (held in Iraq for nine days as a POW in 2003) wait before she was returned to the United States? You're trying to tell me that he's being held at Landstuhl, Germany, because of his medical condition?"
Hagel responded: "Congressman, I hope you're not implying anything other than that."
"I've just asked the question, Mr. Secretary."
"I'm going to give you an answer."
"Well, answer it."
"Well, I don't like the implication of the question."
"Well, answer it."
"He's being held there because our medical professionals don't believe he's ready to take the next step in his rehabilitation," Hagel said.
Hagel did make a peace offering to the lawmakers: an unredacted _ not edited to remove classified or other sensitive material _ copy for Congress of the Army's 2009 report on its investigation of Bergdahl's disappearance.


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Pregnancy is hard on the person who's expecting, but it can also be tough on those around her. To some, pregnant women might seem less procreative goddess and more …well, annoying.
This hilarious music video frmo HBO's duo of comediennes Garfunkel and Oates calls out pregnant women on all those irritating comments ("We know the sex, but we're not telling.") and self-satisfied arrogance ("You're just giving birth … you're not Mother Earth.").
Plus: Watch "I'm Pregnant and I Know It" Video
It's all set against the backdrop of a garden party baby shower, with lots of pastel colors and all the sweetness that usually accompanies those kinds of celebrations, but that Garfunkel and Oates represent as overplayed and mere politesse.
So, what do you think? If you're pregnant, are you (uh oh) kind of smug about it? Have you ever secretly been put off by pregnant women, even if you yourself were once pregnant? Leave a comment.


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Nourishing the Planet's Carol Dreibelbis spoke recently with Todd Jones, founder of Every Last Morsel, an online platform that connects gardeners and urban farmers with their communities. Gardeners, once they've plotted their garden's location on a map, can track the garden's progress, sell or exchange produce with their neighbors, and share gardening tips with people throughout the community.
Why did you start Every Last Morsel?
Every Last Morsel began as a landscaping service, oddly enough. I would personally design, build, and maintain edible landscapes for individuals. Last year while I was working on this, I had the idea to build a platform for myself to manage those gardens—including their location, contents, and production volume. I realized that if I put those tools on a network, empowering people to do the same thing in their communities rather than doing it all myself, I would have a much larger effect on local food production. That's how the idea all started.
Every Last Morsel has evolved considerably since then. I realized that creating a network and a micro-marketplace for homegrown food is not a sustainable business model: there needs to be a greater volume of produce available. So, now there is the added ability to buy food from farmers' markets and small farms, which also gives these growers more exposure.
There's a social element to the website. Why is that an important part of the project?
My goal is to empower people to educate themselves and connect with experienced gardeners so they can learn how to grow food. I think that one of the most beautiful things about the local food movement is that it allows people to create direct relationships in their community. So, I was inspired to create a social network that brings people together online as a means to get them together in real life. A lot of people have their own network of friends, scattered throughout city, but this is a neat way to inspire people to get to know their neighbors.
What resources will the website provide to people thinking about starting a garden?
Every Last Morsel provides people with a network of hundreds of people that they can learn from, as well as great gardening models that are already in existence. I don't want people to have to reinvent the wheel to start a garden. One of the things that struck me as I studied urban farming in Chicago is that there are many fantastic, forward-thinking farming organizations; but, they don't collaborate in finding best practices to make urban farming efficient, profitable, and therefore a sustainable part of urban living.
Do you plan to keep the project within Chicago, or do you envision it expanding beyond the city?
I would love to expand beyond Chicago. Within the first year we will direct our marketing efforts to creating a strong presence in Chicago, since our success will be largely dependent on creating a critical mass of users. But we would love to expand elsewhere in the future. I'm hoping that it will have a certain viral effect.
We're currently looking for ambassadors in communities throughout the United States and Canada to help spread the word and get communities ready to engage when the platform is launched. This will help make plots more financially sustainable, and build social capital and relationships across communities.
If you'd like to find out more about volunteering as an Every Last Morsel ambassador in your community, email Todd Jones at email@example.com. And keep a look out for the website, coming later this month!
Carol Dreibelbis is a former research intern with the Worldwatch Institute's Food and Agriculture Program.


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Tom Ford black acetate Edita sunglasses styled with goldtone metal inlay and top bar.Style #504249579
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- 58mm eye size. 18mm bridge size. 140mm temple size.
- Available in Black/Gold.
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text: AUSTIN, Texas - For the past six years Formula 1 has annually introduced at least one new circuit to the calendar, with the latest venue to join the schedule being the turn-key Circuit of the Americas (CotA) outside Austin, Texas. The United States Grand Prix on November 18, 2012 is an absolutely crucial race, not only from a sporting perspective, but also for F1's future commercial development. LUKE-WARM RELATIONSHIPF1 and the "Land of the Free" have long been uneasy bedfellows, with the 2005 US GP at Indianapolis marking arguably the lowest point in a luke-warm (at best) relationship. Just six cars started the race at the hallowed "Brickyard" after the Michelin runners experienced sidewall problems in practice. The FIA refused permission to modify the circuit, 18 cars were forced to withdraw, and the fall-out continues to this day.The race stuttered on until 2007, when F1 tsar Bernie Ecclestone and Indy failed to agree terms for future rounds. Until this November 18, that is, with Austin being the 10th venue for an F1 race in the US. CotA's predecessors were: (permanent circuits) Sebring, Riverside, Watkins Glen and Indianapolis; and (street) Long Beach, Las Vegas, Detroit, Dallas, Phoenix. Having been denied access to the circuit by CotA, according to Wheels24 sources the circuit cited "contractual reasons", the teams have little direct knowledge of its layout/surface. Sole tyre supplier Pirelli has supplied each with simulation data which suggests the 56-lap race will pose an interesting technical challenge for both teams and drivers. The circuit, designed by F1's prolific circuit architect Hermann Tilke, is one of five anti-clockwise tracks on the 2012 calendar, with Sao Paulo's Interlagos circuit, scene of the finale, being another. Simulations suggest the circuit, has more 250 km/h-plus corners than high-speed Spa and more below 100 km/h than slowcoach Hungary, with simulations suggesting a spread of six each of the two varieties. The remainder of the lap is a mix of undulating sweeps, high g-force corners and long straights.PIRELLI PLAYING IT SAFEOverall CotA features 20 turns (12L/8R) and an elevation change of over 40m, with the highest point being Turn One, a steep uphill left-hander reminiscent of the old Österreichring's first corner. Turns 2 and 3 pay tribute to the Senna "S" at Interlagos, with Turns 4-6 aping Silverstone's Maggots/Becketts/Chapel complex. Other recognisable elements include a Hockenheim-esque stadium section and a triple apex stretch through Turns 16-18 similar to Istanbul Park's feared Turn 8.Downforce levels similar to those at Silverstone are expected, with flattish rear wings permitting top speeds of around 315km/h. CotA's tight sections call for front-end grip via steep nose wings, so aero settings will be a compromise. Simulations predict qualifying laps in the 1m37s bracket, with racing laps around four to five seconds slower.Perhaps mindful of Michelin's 2005 travails, Pirelli has played it safe by specifying a choice of Hard (silver sidewalls) and Medium (white) compounds for the 19th round of the 20-race 2012 season, meaning degradation is unlikely to be a major factor. Weather forecasts suggest a chance of light rain falling shortly before the race, but these have since been revised. That said, Texas historically has a 31% chance of rain on any November day…RED, WHITE AND BLUEGiven the national colours of the United States, it is perhaps fitting that the two drivers still standing in the title bout represent blue and red/white corners respectively: Double reigning champion Sebastian Vettel, on 255 points for the (blue) Red Bull team, and Ferrari's Fernando Alonso (245), who has dragged his canine F2012 around way beyond its station with a series of inspired drives.With 25 points to play for in each of the remaining rounds Vettel can theoretically take the title in Texas if: he wins or Alonso finishes outside the top four; he is second or Alonso is outside the top eight; he is third or Alonso fails to score.Such is Alonso's current form that he is likely to stretch it to Brazil, ensuring a magical showdown in one of the most F1-centric cities on the planet on November 25, 2012. Then again, F1 is 'IF" spelt backwards… Vettel, who celebrates his 100th grand prix start in the US, having (ironically) made his F1 debut at the last Indy grand prix in 2007 where he become the only teenager in F1 history to score a point.


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How to stretch and cool down after a workout to warm down gradually, improve flexibility and slow your heart rate.
Use this routine to cool down after a workout to gradually relax, improve flexibility and slow your heart rate.
These gentle stretches should take about 5 minutes. Spend more time on them if you feel the need.
To do a buttock stretch, bring knees up to chest. Cross right leg over left thigh. Grasp back of left thigh with both hands. Pull left leg toward chest. Repeat with opposite leg.
To do a hamstring stretch, lie on your back and raise your right leg. Keeping your left leg bent with your foot on the floor, pull your right leg towards you keeping it straight. Don't hold at the knee level. Repeat with opposite leg.
For the inner thigh stretch, sit down with your back straight and bend your legs, putting the soles of your feet together. Holding on to your feet, try to lower your knees towards the floor.
For the calf stretch, step your right leg forward, keeping it bent, and lean forwards slightly. Keep your left leg straight and try to lower the left heel to the ground. Repeat with opposite leg.
To do a thigh stretch, lie on right side. Grab top of left foot and gently pull heel towards left buttock to stretch the front of the thigh, keeping knees touching. Repeat on the other side.
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The Latest Issue of Travel-Intel Looks at Recent Reports on What's Getting the Buzz in Travel
The Latest Issue of Travel-Intel Looks at Recent Reports on What's Getting the Buzz in Travel
SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - Feb 4, 2013) - Travelers looking for the definitive list of top hotels can now take that list from an impartial news organization. Tours.com's Travel-Intel examines luxury resort ratings according to the 2013 Best Hotels report released recently by U.S. News and World Report. On the list are some surprising out of the way places now considered among America's top ten.
Similarly, Paris, one of the world's top travel destinations, is rife with attractions and experiences not to be missed. Travel-Intel looks at the best of the best to do in Paris according to insiders who know just where the city keeps its best secrets.
And for travelers seeking out ski deals this winter Travel-Intel reveals where the least expensive (and most expensive) ski towns are in the U.S. and Canada. Not surprisingly, Aspen takes top spot for most expensive lodging in the U.S. for skiers this season.
For those looking to plan the party of a lifetime, Travel-Intel takes a look at the perfect party spot in Mexico: Cuixmala on the Pacific Coast. The resort, once the Hearst-like home of a tycoon and financier, is now a grand, boutique resort overlooking the ocean and available for buy-outs and bookings for exquisite getaways. Cuixmala is a member of the Kurtz-Ahlers collection.
Meanwhile, Valentine's Day deals are given their due in this latest issue. Travel-Intel checks out the Chandler, fresh from a $10 million redo in New York City, and also what's up for last minute romance at hotels and resorts around the country.
Travel-Intel, a division of Tours.com, monitors the travel industry with weekly newsletters on trends, news and updates about the travel industry sent to a database of more than 100,000 travel agent subscribers in the U.S. and Canada.
Although Travel-Intel is direct-mailed, current features and archives can be viewed at www.travel-intel.com.
"We're seeing a lot of movement in travel this winter," says Lark Ellen Gould, content director for Travel-Intel and Tours.com. "People are anxious to get out, know where they want to go and they are ready to spend for it. We're seeing plenty of winter packages that are keeping interest piqued."
Travel-Intel brings in first-hand and well-researched stories from all over the globe, reporting from international conferences and destinations and talking to the brand managers at the helm of the industry.
Gould, a veteran travel journalist who has been covering the travel industry for more than 20 years, puts her incisive perspective into the weekly publication, with features and news updates on the 1st and 15th of each month. These issues are complemented by the Travel-Intel "packages" publication during the between weeks that detail great deals to be found worldwide at hotels and resort locations, all sent to more than 100,000 travel agent subscribers in the U.S. and Canada, before posting on Tours.com. Gould also serves on the editorial team for travel at the Washington Times.
About Tours.com: Tours.com since 1995 - The Official Directory of Tours & Vacations Worldwide. Tours.com has a deep and searchable database of vacation and tour companies searchable by company name, destination and/or activity. A comprehensive one-stop Travel Resource section, plus the Find A Travel Agent Specialist search allows one to search for travel agents with in-depth knowledge in their chosen specialty.
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Long ago, PowerPoint led us out of the age of flip charts and felt-tip pens. Now the newest version is packed with advanced features that let you include video and animation, use a laser pointer in your presentation, draw on your slides, and present online. You can collaborate with others via SkyDrive, steal slides from a library, and more — read on!
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James Franklin Farrell
James Franklin Farrell passed away June 27th, 2011 around 7am in Shreveport, LA at the home of his daughter Mischa Farrell. "Jim" was a beloved father, husband and friend. Anyone that encountered him could not help but be touched by his cheerful demeanor. Jim always had time to talk and listen to anyone and everyone. Even in sickness, he had the best attitude and was simply happy, optimistic, and seemed to care more about whomever he was talking to than himself. Before retirement, he worked as a Dental Technician in the basement of his home with his wife Bobbie. The kids could always visit any time. He was passionate about skiing, singing, family and friends. He was a member of the Tri City Community Concert Association, Community Choir and Borger Noon Lions Club. An original spirit with a ready smile and a kind heart, he was athletic, adventuresome, funny and fiercely loyal to his family, friends and his community. He was born to Christina and Jim Farrell on July 5, 1933, in Los Angeles, CA. He moved to Borger, TX at the age of 16 where he met his soul mate and best friend Bobbie Farrell. Their partnership of 60 years fostered three children and many lovely friends. Bobbie preceded Jim in death on Thanksgiving Day 2010.Jim's children, Michal Farrell, Mitchell Farrell and Mischa Farrell survive him as do his grandchildren Christy Farrell, Jay Farrell, MacKenzie Bubel, Morgan Bubel and great grandchild Leah Farrell. He leaves a true sense of gentleness, kindness and love in his wake. We will miss him.Funeral services will be at 10:00AM, Friday, July 1, 2011 at the First Presbyterian Church in Borger, TX. Burial will follow at Highland Park Cemetery in Borger, TX. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church for the Hospital Chapel furnishings, 418 West Coolidge, Borger, TX 79007.Send personal condolences to www.brownfuneraldirectors.net.PAID OBIT


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Houellebecq vs. Wikipedia
The French novelist borrowed from the online encyclopedia. Is he in trouble?
French writer Michel Houellebecq has always loved to pepper his novels with long encyclopedic descriptions of personalities, locations, and scientific concepts. In his new novel, the excellent La carte et le territoire (The Map and the Territory), which is the toast of the French literary scene, Houellebecq launches into tedious digressions about topics as varied as the housefly and the city of Beauvais. Some of the passages seemed so much like Wikipedia entries that Slate.fr, Slate's French sister site, decided to check, and—surprise!—discovered that at least three passages from the book are borrowed from the online encyclopedia.
On Sept. 2, I published an article in Slate.fr, under the headline "Houellebecq, the Possibility of a Plagiarism," in which I revealed the author's copy-and-pastes from Wikipedia and noted that the technique was a logical extension of his literary style. (For side-by-side comparisons of three passages from La carte et le territoire andthe Wikipedia entries, see this page.)
Writer Dominique Noguez once called Houellebecq "the supermarket Baudelaire." He has always described society using the clinical language of marketing- and advertising-speak. Wikipedia, where the cold, unemotional writing is based on the soft consensus of its contributors, is a perfect match for Houellebecq's prose.
Plagiarism also has a long literary history. In 1869, in Les Chants de Maldoror ( The Songs of Maldoror), Comte de Lautréamont's description of his character Maldoror is partly based on an entry from L'Encyclopédie d'histoire naturelle (The Encyclopedia of Natural History), by Jean-Charles Chenu. Scholars didn't discover Lautréamont's borrowing until 1952. Thanks to Google, we needed five minutes rather than 83 years to track down Houellebecq's sources.
The use of the term plagiarism in the Slate.fr article set off a heated controversy in France. (The author was already a polarizing figure.) The anti-Houellebecq side found new proof of his work's vacuity, while the pro-Houellebecq camp complained of a witch hunt against him. Plagiarism has become the Godwin's law of literature, the word that shouldn't be said, that curtails all further discussion.
Houellebecq's response to the controversy was one of weary resignation. He rejects the use of the word plagiarism, but he doesn't deny copying and pasting from Wikipedia. In a video interview, he calls his style "[a] patchwork, weavings, interlacings" He went on:
Lots of people have done it. I was especially influenced by [Georges] Perec and [Jorge Luis] Borges. Perec could do it even better than me, because he doesn't rework the fragment at all, which always creates a very strong linguistic discrepancy. Me, I can't manage that kind of discrepancy, so I rework the text a bit to make it closer to my own style. … I'd like to be able to modify them a little less than I do.
In other words, Houellebecq is apologizing for not copying Wikipedia more directly. A spokesman for Flammarion, his publisher, told us, "If some passages appear to be verbatim from other work, they can only be very short quotes." But Houellebecq doesn't care if they're short or long; Wikipedia is a literary source like any other.
Indeed, Houellebecq praises the online encyclopedia in La carte et le territoire by creating a fictional version of a Wikipedia entry: He imagines the page of iconic French TV anchor Jean-Pierre Pernaut as it might appear in the near future. In his video interview, Houellebecq claimed, "I manage to write fake Wikipedia pages. I think the one about Jean-Pierre Pernaut is totally believable." In fact, though, the pastiche was not successful, completely failing to capture the essence of Wikipedia-speak by being too grandiloquent.
Beyond any literary consideration, Houellebecq and Flammarion are theoretically in breach of the law. Wikipedia may be published under a free software license, but quoting from the encyclopedia is controlled by the Creative Commons CC-BY-SA licence. By publishing entries under that license, Wikipedia allows commercial reproduction, but only with clear attribution: "To quote an excerpt from Wikipedia in a book, you would need to identify it as a quote (with quotation marks for example) and source it with a footnote or an endnote as 'Wikipedia, article X, version read on the XX/XX/XXX' with the URL to that precise version," Adrienne Alix, the president of Wikimedia France told me.
Houellebecq never cites Wikipedia when he copies from it, so could the encyclopedia sue him for plagiarism?
Probably not. Wikipedia is not the author. Each article is a collective work, with each contribution signed with the pseudonym or IP address of the contributor in the History tab. For Michel Houellebecq to get into legal trouble, one of the contributors would need to feel particularly wronged, which is unlikely to happen. Not to mention that Wikipedia sometimes borrows from other texts.
Ironically, a smart-ass contributor found it funny to rewrite Wikipedia's definition of the housefly with the slight alterations Houellebecq added in his book. Houellebecq is not (yet) a member of the French Academy, but he has earned a spot as a Wikipedia contributor. He must like that a lot.
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One of Ireland's original e-commerce businesses, Lulu maintains that a combination of a dedicated team, determination, hard work, willingness to take informed risks and, above all, a belief in the company, has enabled GiftsDirect.com to become Ireland's largest online gifts company.
The key to the company's success has been delivering on-time to anywhere in the world, coupled with superior customer service, which makes gift-giving simple and fun. We use high-tech fully integrated systems with our domestic and global shipping partners, allowing full tracking on all gifts. We pride ourselves on a deep understanding of our customers' needs, offering great value and providing the best customer service possible.
As GiftsDirect.com heads towards its 30th anniversary, the company that began life as a small gift service has expanded its business profile, and now includes major Irish brands such as Tipperary Crystal, Newbridge Silverware and Belleek Living, to name but a few. Our gift range is constantly expanding and our extensive range now carries over 2,000 gifts online ranging from experience gift vouchers, hampers, personalised gifts, flowers, fruit baskets, jewellery, champagne & wine gifts, baby gifts and much much more.
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Teachers College can accept charitable gifts from alums and friends in the U.K. The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) serves as the mechanism for giving. The only requirement is that you must be a tax payer in the U.K. and/or the U.K. and U.S.—and your yearly earnings must exceed the U.S. foreign-earned income threshold, currently at $80,000.
The CAF American Donor Fund makes sense for you if you are:
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Schedule – Payment is usually made to the U.S. charity within 6 to 8 weeks after the initial gift. This timing is used to recover the Gift Aid portion of the donation to ensure a consolidated payment.
Acknowledgement – In addition to receiving an acknowledgment from Teachers College, the U.K. donor receives a U.K. tax receipt from CAF for the gift.
Processing Fee – CAF charges a £50 minimum for gifts under £1,000. From £1,000 up, the fee is 5% on the first £15,000, 1% on the next £60,000 and 0% over £75,000. These fees are automatically deducted from the donor gift.
Eligible Assets – The only assets eligible for a gift through CAF are cash or appreciated securities. Please note that the Gift Aid tax option is not available for gifts of stock.


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The UPMC Vocational Training Center is a community-based vocational training facility serving adults with intellectual disabilities. The program is available to people who would benefit from a structured, therapeutic setting. In many cases, individuals who participate may have a secondary mental health diagnosis.
The Vocational Training Center provides quality instruction and meaningful work. Real jobs are completed under the supervision of trained staff. Job readiness skills and behaviors are assessed, and workers receive a paycheck for work performed. By providing real work for pay, workers also gain a sense of self-esteem from their productive activity.
The Supported Employment Program provides job coaching and help in securing and keeping competitive employment for adults who have developmental disabilities, including people who may be on the autism spectrum. The program provides an individualized assessment and staff assist in finding jobs that match the person's interests and abilities.
The program also includes job assessment and training for transitional-age, high school students preparing to leave the school system.
The Vocational Training Center has a fully staffed and equipped mailing house to handle mailing needs for large and small businesses. The center handles all sizes of jobs — big and small, complicated and simple. Experienced and trained staff carefully supervise all projects to make sure each job is completed to the customer's satisfaction.
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Shooter prepares for Junior Olympics
After a successful finish to the 2012 shooting season, local Glenn Zimmerman is preparing for the Junior Olympics in Pistol Shooing in April.
The Junior Olympics competition are held at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo.
Zimmerman finished off his shooting season at Ohio State, at the OSU Junior Olympic qualifying match on December 22.
Zimmerman placed first in the .22 caliber sport pistol competition.
Zimmerman also placed third in the air pistol competition.
Glenn, currently a junior at Monclova Christian Academy near Toledo, Ohio, got his start shooting in Auglaize County at the 4H shooting club. There, he embraced the sport and made it his passion.
He has been shooting the last four years at the NRA Junior Pistol Camp at Camp Perry.
He first competed at the Ohio State Junior Olympic Qualifier at the age of 14.
He placed third in the air pistol and .22 caliber sport pistol when he was 14.
This year, he improved to first in the .22 caliber sport pistol category, booking his trip to Colorado.
Zimmerman has been shooting pistols since the age of 10, and hopes one day to shoot at the collegiate level.
Zimmerman has been competing at matches throughout the state for a couple years now at Camp Perry, Oak Harbor, Ohio State and Akron-Canton.
He is a member of the Ohio Rifle and Pistol Association (ORPA) shooting team, he continues to train at Shooters of Maumee and the monthly air pistol matches at Camp Perry.
OSU Pistol coach James Sweeney has expressed an interest in Zimmerman's future. Zimmerman hopes he can become part of the OSU Shooting team when he graduates high school in 2014.


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Austin, Texas (CNN) -- "The State I'm In" columnist Brendan Newnam recently spent time in Austin, Texas during the SXSW conference and festival.
Here are his Austin essentials:
Franks Don't let the font and the word "artisan" distract you. This place is about hot dogs and cold beer.
Barley Swine One of Austin's top food trailers, Odd Duck, has grown up and become a tasty, local gastropub.
Olivia The best non-sushi restaurant in Austin. Everyone tells you so and everyone is right.
Franklin Barbecue Yes, Iron Works is good, Stubb's is more than adequate and, if you have a couple hours, the Salt Lick experience is divine, but none of their BBQ is any better than Franklin's.
Lala's -- The best dive bar in Austin celebrates Christmas every day. 2207 Justin Lane; (512) 453-2521
Bar Congress Cocktailian Adam Bryant knows more than you about booze. Try to find a better martini in Texas. I did, but failed each time.
Mohawk Bar This is the real place. The spot where visiting cool kids and local kids unite, consume beer and nod to music.
The Driskill Pole position for everything Austin, with a touch of cowboy glamour.
Hotel San Jose A boutique hotel where I wish I stayed.
Courtyard Marriot, Austin Where I stayed. The people were wonderful and never judged me for my 2 a.m. microwavable chimichanga attacks.
Barton Creek Greenbelt Take a cab to an authentic natural experience. Hike, swim and contemplate life at the geographical bottom of the United States.
View the bats on the Congress Avenue Bridge. To get the latest flight times call the Bat Hotline (!), sponsored by the local paper. Line: 512-416-5700 (Category 3636).
Rent boats or kayaks at Lady Bird Lake
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September 3rd: Galler Heritage Lait Pleine Saveur
Kcal 573 Fat 39.0g Carbs 46.5g (per 100.0g)
Galler claim their Heritage range is comprised of the 'The Great Galler Classics', and having had such a wonderful experience with their Heritage 85% Noir bar last time around, I certainly wont be one to dispute this description. My conclusion in that previous review had me stating that it was a "very accomplished and tasty dark chocolate" and that "it was best summed up by one of my colleagues who described it as 'proper chocolate'". After being so overwhelmingly positive about their dark chocolate capabilities, it came as no surprise to me that Galler were rather keen to send along some more of their Heritage bar offerings. The bar being featured today is this Lait Pleine Saveur bar, I believe that translates into 'Full Milk Flavour'.
Quelle surprise this bar came in a 100.0g size that was split into nicely sized chunked blocks. As I hope you can tell from the photos, the presentation was certainly up to the usual impeccable standards. A few commenter's on the last 85% Noir bar made remarks about the inappropriateness of the pink tab used at the top of the wrapper - there were no such problems here with as there was a better suited dark red rouge colour adorning this Lait Pleine Saveur variety. The chocolate blocks themselves were once again a marvel to behold, with their glistening branded surfaces supplementing the delightful chocolatey scents reaffirming the fresh nature of the chocolate at hand. It has to be said that Galler really do seem to be masters at presenting their products in the correct fashion, they always give the sense that they are a cut above most other market offerings.
If you have skipped over my gushing at Galler's presentation standards, and just want to know how the thing tasted then you have come to the right place. Speaking as someone who writes almost a review a day, when it comes to chocolates that stand out from the rest, the ones that tend to do so are the ones that have naturally distinctive flavours that develop over the course of the tasting experience. Very few milk chocolates tend to tick both boxes for me here, but ones that do range from the cheaper market offerings such as Dairy Milk and Galaxy, all the way up to the more premium brands such as Zotter and Hotel Chocolat. As if it was ever in any doubt this Galler Heritage Lait Pleine Saveur proved it self to fit in nicely alongside those other premium brands - it was simply delicious. In texture and melt it was thinner than the likes of Dairy Milk etc, but it was equally as soft and caressing as any milk chocolate I have tried before. It's transition from a hard to soft state coincided with the most delightful releases of different flavours, with the taste instantly occupied by a cream based cocoa rooting as soon the chocolate began it's melting journey. As the blocks gathered warmth and slowly ebbed away, the most delicious of caramel notes developed in the taste giving the forthcoming milky cocoa influences a well rounded, smooth flavour edge. These caramel notes were simply divine, and made the taste so amazingly moreish. Despite the richness of depth of flavours, I simply couldn't help myself reaching for 'just one more block' - milk chocolate at it's best.
Overall there is nothing else to say other than milk chocolate simply doesn't get much better than this Galler Heritage Lait Pleine Saveur. Since I have started this site I have progressively become more and more appreciative of dark chocolates that have far greater cocoa content then this 34% cocoa bar. This particular Galler offering however has served a timely reminder that milk chocolates can offer just as much flavour wise - the taste was just as complex as anything else I have tasted in the last few years. Just as I said above, every great chocolate needs to have distinctive qualities about it to make stand out from the rest of the market. The unique factor of this chocolate were the sweet caramel flavour advances during the mid progression of the melt. Believe me you have to taste it for yourself to fully appreciate how amazingly they complimented the creamy cocoa flavours, for me personally they made this one of the tastiest milk chocolates I have ever reviewed. It has been a long time since a product has scratched the surface of the ChocolateMission leaderboard but this product slots right in there alongside the caramel offerings in second position. If you appreciate top quality milk chocolates you need to try this Galler Heritage Lait Pleinie Saveur.
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Some day soon (maybe even today) you're going to ask yourself 'What is that large yellow thing in the sky all of a sudden?' These smart looking 006 glasses from Salice - in a slightly Euro-style, well they are Italian - are for when that happens. Salice are a company that specialises in eyewear and helmets. They've been around since 1919 so have plenty of expeience in this field, and are situated on the shores of Lake Como... which is nice for them.
The 006 (not the snappiest product name ever) was developed with input from Alessandro Petacchi. They use a frame made from Grilamid - a type of nylon - that is light and said to be shock absorbent, with a half-frame design and wraparound shape. That shape is not breaking any new ground but they look good and fit the head well.
Fit is good, with a decent range of flex in the arms for them to sit softly, but firmly, against the temples. The nosepiece is incorporated into the frame with a soft rubbery one-piece nose bit moulded to the frame. Unlike, Oakley say, who offer replaceable and different sized nose bits. They felt a bit wide across the nose at first, but any worries proved unfounded after the first ride. They're very comfortable and stay planted on your face - well, they do on mine. Even when the sweat is pouring, they don't budge.
The lens is wide and deep, giving good protection from flying stones and other airborne debris. The clarity through the lens is excellent, clear and free of distortion at the edges. You can choose from a wide range of lens tints. The Italian themed glasses tested here come with a UV400 lens, rated to protect against 100% of UVA, B and C rays. It's a good choice for a British summer, they cope well with bright sunny days and are light enough to deal with cloudier weather.
A mirror coating gives them a smart appearance and reduces glare when you're riding in bright light. A nice added feature is the hydro repellency finish applied to the lens. Not only does it ensure rain water slides off them, it also keeps the level of accumulated fingerprints and dirt to a minimum.
They come supplied in a hard case containing a spare set of clear lenses, ideal for evening training, chain gangs and crit races. Or just riding home from the office. You also get a cleaning cloth for, well, cleaning them.
Changing lenses is fairly straightforward, but not the easiest. First you push the nose piece back and release the lens, and it pops out. Pushing them back in place is the reverse, and does require a firm hand. And you'll be needing to clean the lenses afterwards as you need to clasp the lens to get them in and out.
There's a lot of choice when it comes to choosing eyewear, and a few brands tend to dominate. The latest glasses I reviewed were the BBB Select Team glasses, which just happen to cost about the same money. The Salice 006 offer a wider and deeper lens for better coverage, but they both offer very similar levels of comfort. And both are available in a raft of different colours. Both also go to show you don't have to spend four times as much to get top quality optics.
Smart, stylish shades that offer good optics at a good price in a wide choice of frame colours
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Make and model: Salice 006 sunglasses
Size tested: n/a
Tell us what the product is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?
The Salice 006 first sprung to immense popularity being worn in the professional peleton by Alessandro Pettachi, they quickly became widely regarded by other top athletes and were seen on the faces of famous sports people all around the world
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UV400 lens rating ensures protection against 100% of UVA, B and C rays
Anti-glare lens coating
ITA - Special edition Italian graphics
RW - Multi layer mirror coating cuts glare and increases contrast
Side arms feature rubber tips for extra grip
Supplied with protective case and spare low light lenses
Solid construction
Great lens clarity and they sit well on the head comfortably
No issues so far, the lenses don't show any sign of scratches yet
The Grilamid plastic frame keeps the weight down
The nosepiece feels a little wider than some shades, but they're comfortable and don't slip about
They're very competitively priced, and include a hard case and spare clear lens
Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose
They comfortably kept the sun out of my eyes and afforded a large area of protection from dust and other airborne hazards
Tell us what you particularly liked about the product
Their Euro-styling
Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product
Non-replaceable rubber nose piece
Did you enjoy using the product? Yes
Would you consider buying the product? yes
Would you recommend the product to a friend? Yes
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Age: 31 Height: 180 Weight: 67
I usually ride: My best bike is:
I've been riding for: 10-20 years I ride: Every day I would class myself as: Expert
I regularly do the following types of riding: road racing, time trialling, cyclo cross, commuting, touring, mtb,
David has worked on the road.cc tech team since July 2012. Previously he was editor of Bikemagic.com and before that staff writer at RCUK. He's a seasoned cyclist of all disciplines, from road to mountain biking, touring to cyclo-cross, he only wishes he had time to ride them all. He's mildly competitive, though he'll never admit it, and is a frequent road racer but is too lazy to do really well. He currently resides in the Cotswolds.
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I've got these.
They deserve much more than 3.5
They offer everything Oakley does for less than half the price. The lenses are much cheaper to replace. Though getting them out takes a couple of attempts to get used to.
Coverage is great and they don't budge at all. You can get them cheaper too if you're willing to forgo the little ITA flag on the frame.
I Love my pair. I'd give them a 5 no worries but I'm glad your review didn't, I get to be "in on the secret" a little longer while everyone else sticks to Oakleys.
They look better without the Tricolor though.
ha ha i like this!
I have just ordered the flouro with photochromatic lenses after trying on a mates.
by bye oakley, hello euro cool
just had my new glasses out this morning and they are nice. one word of warning; they do not seem to fit onto my Kask helmet very securely when you don't want to wear them. Might be just a Kask helmet thing but i had a cheap oakley imitation pair of glasses from china previously and they used to sit in the helmet perfectly.


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Survey Also Finds BYOD Is Increasing IT Frustration and Loss of Control
Survey Also Finds BYOD Is Increasing IT Frustration and Loss of Control
REDWOOD SHORES, CA and MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA--(Marketwire - Feb 7, 2013) - iPass® Inc. (NASDAQ: IPAS) and MobileIron today published their 2013 Mobile Enterprise Report. The survey, which draws from the experiences of 477 IT executives worldwide, found that IT is concerned about rising mobility costs and feeling frustration and loss of control over Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). The majority of survey respondents (57 percent) thought their mobile data roaming costs would rise in 2013, with eight (8) percent saying they'll rise more than 25 percent.
BYOD is creating new challenges for IT. The top two sources of frustration were onboarding and then supporting the increasing number and variety of personal devices, far outranking even security concerns. The survey also found that IT is increasingly losing control of mobility budgets as departments assume greater responsibility for mobile initiatives. The number of enterprises in which IT manages the mobility spend has dropped to 48 percent, down from 53 percent in 2011. Forty (40) percent of companies' mobility budgets are now managed by non-IT departments. The complete report is available at www.ipass.com/resource-center/surveys-reports/reports/mer-2013/.
"IT is charged with implementing solutions to boost employee productivity, and BYOD does that. But as more personal mobile devices with multiple platforms and operating systems are used for work, IT managers are challenged to safeguard corporate data and keep roaming costs low. And when mobility budgets are managed by departments rather than IT, data roaming costs can be hard to control," said Barbara Nelson, chief technology officer, iPass. "With mobile on track to become the primary computing platform for the enterprise, IT can regain control by setting strong BYOD policies and enforcing them through solutions like the iPass Wi-Fi network and services and MobileIron's mobile device management platform."
When asked about rising data costs, 44 percent of IT managers named the growing number of devices per mobile worker as a factor; 41 percent highlighted pricey 3G (and 4G) data plans; and 22 percent pointed to an increase in the number of mobile workers as major cost culprits. On average, IT departments spend $96 a month on data fees alone for each mobile worker. North American mobile workers rack up the highest fees ($97/mo), exposing the expense of mobile broadband. Since free Wi-Fi is abundant in North America, these fees primarily reflect non-Wi-Fi forms of mobility, such as 3G and 4G.
"BYOD is more than just shifting ownership of the device to the employee," said Ojas Rege, VP Strategy, MobileIron. "It has a number of implications for which a strategy needs to be defined in advance of implementation. This becomes even more critical as enterprise mobility evolves from securing email on mobile devices to delivering apps and content to employees anywhere at any time. An effective BYOD program starts with good preparation, but its long-term sustainability will depend on the ongoing quality of the employee's experience."
The survey shows that BYOD continues to gain ground. Fifty-six (56) percent of respondents, up from 47 percent in 2011, have changed their corporate guidelines within the past year to be more accommodating of employees' preferences for using personal devices. Eighty-one (81) percent of respondents state their company now accommodates personal devices in the office. More than half (54 percent) have formal BYOD policies in place and North American companies are more likely than European companies to have done so. The survey found that while many organizations allow BYOD not all of them have actual policies for it. Of the 72 percent of enterprises with enterprise mobility strategies in place, only 37 percent of IT managers thought their own company's mobile strategy was effective, while 35 percent felt that their company had an insufficient approach.
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About the Report
The iPass/MobileIron Mobile Enterprise Report is based on a survey of IT executives conducted between December 2012 and January 2013. An IT list from Wi-Fi network and services firm iPass and mobile device management firm MobileIron was used, resulting in 477 responses. The majority (about 75 percent) of respondents were currently employed IT professionals, at the director level or above. Fifty (50) percent of respondents worked for companies with more than 1,000 employees. The iPass/MobileIron Mobile Enterprise Report can be found at www.ipass.com/resource-center/surveys-reports/reports/mer-2013/.
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iPass helps enterprises and telecom service providers ensure their employees and subscribers stay well connected. Founded in 1996, iPass (NASDAQ: IPAS) delivers the world's largest commercial-grade Wi-Fi network and trusted connectivity platform. With more than 1.2 million Wi-Fi hotspots across 124 countries and territories, iPass gives its customers always-on, frictionless connectivity for smartphones, tablets and laptops anywhere in the world -- simply, securely and cost-effectively. Additional information is available at www.iPass.com or on Smarter Connections, the iPass blog.
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The leader in security and management for mobile apps, documents, and devices, MobileIron's mission is to enable global companies to become Mobile First organizations, embracing mobility as their primary IT platform in order to transform their businesses and increase their competitiveness. Recognized by IDC as the fastest growing mobile enterprise management vendor in the world, MobileIron provides the scalable architecture, rapid innovation, and best practices for global companies to transform into Mobile First organizations. Leading global companies use MobileIron as the foundation for their Mobile First initiatives, including 7 of the 10 top pharmaceutical companies, 5 of the 10 top banks, 8 of the 10 top automotive manufacturers, 3 of the 5 top retailers, 4 of the 5 top aerospace and defense companies, and half of the 10 top law firms. For more information, please visit www.mobileiron.com.
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