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European Union establishes new commission to monitor tax base erosion efforts
On April 23, 2013, the European Union announced the formation of The Platform of Good Tax Governance. The Platform is composed of both government and non- government tax experts to keep member states on their toes and up-to-date on the current political momentum to prevent tax base erosion.
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The Vatican press office confirmed April 4 that the meeting took place but provided no details. An Italian newspaper reported the encounter occurred April 2.
Last September, Pope Francis had expressed his hopes that "in the near future solutions may be found to recover full communion with the priests and superiors of the fraternity."
"In the meantime," the pope wrote in the letter, "motivated by the need to respond to the good of these faithful, through my own disposition, I establish that those who, during the Holy Year of Mercy, approach these priests of the Fraternity of St. Pius X to celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation shall validly and licitly receive the absolution of their sins."
Although the society is no longer considered to be in schism and the excommunication of its bishops was lifted in 2009, questions remained over whether the sacraments they celebrate are valid and licit. The bishops were excommunicated in 1988 when they were ordained without papal permission. Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre, founder of the society and the bishop who ordained them, also was excommunicated; he died in 1991.
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Gumboot Dancers
Audiences are always gob smacked by this electric, up beat and rhythmic performance. Discover the many rhythms of the human body! Gumboot dancing is a century old tradition, which originated during the mining era of Johannesburg, South Africa. Miners communicated with each other by slapping their boots and stomping their feat while drilling and digging hundreds of metres below the surface. Back at the township they used this technique to entertain each other, giving birth to the gumboot dance. Dancers wearing gumboots, create rhythms by slapping boots and bodies, using voices and stamping their feet. Creating a visual rhythm that is both rhythmically unique and powerful.
Pantsula Dancers
A township dance that started in the early 1960's in the shabeens of Sophia Town. The dancers dress in t shirts, trousers and sneakers and dance to the kwaito rhythms of South Africa. Our sessions comprise of music making, cultural heritage and experiencing the magic of rhythm. Performances are used for informal and social functions, boosting and building group energy including the audience and entertaining them right until the end of the show. The range of possibilities are only limited to the imagination.
Kofifi Dancers
Sophiatown, also known as Sof'town or Kofifi, is a suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa. Sophiatown was a legendary black cultural hub that was destroyed under apartheid, rebuilt under the name of Triomf, and in 2006 officially returned to its original name. Sophiatown was one of the oldest black areas in Johannesburg and its destruction represents some of the excesses of South Africa under apartheid. Despite the violence and poverty, it was the epicentre of politics, jazz and blues during the 1940s and 1950s. It produced some of South Africa's most famous writers, musicians, politicians and artists.
The Kofifi dances are dressed like the 1940's and perform to the swing type music as they did in shebeens and bars in the their era.
Zulu Warrior Dancers
The Impi warriors wear traditional tribal gear and exude a sense of honour and bravery. The warrior presence is felt strongly throughout this stampeding and powerful dance. Ladies are dressed in attire made of beads, making a rustling noise with every movement of their bodies. The bright and flamboyant colour adds contrast, injecting a sense of joy to the performance.
Xhosa Dancers
The Xhosa's are members of the South African people traditionally living in the province of Eastern Cape. Theyform the second-largest ethnic group in South Africa after the Zulus. The traditional essence of the dance transcends the element of fun by matching situations, ceremonies, and actions with the different types of dancing. Traditional practices such as marriages, funerals, harvesting, and initiation are accompanied by special dances that convey their value and significance as understood within the tradition.
Tswana Dancers
A Tswana is a member of a southern African people living in Botswana, South Africa, and neighbouring areas.
The Tswanas dance usually mimics that of a wild animal by stamping with cocoon ankle shakers, clapping their hands and blowing of whistles.


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Forty mpg. It's a number you've probably heard on TV commercials or seen on billboards. After all, just five years ago, there were only three cars that could make this lofty claim for fuel efficiency on the open road, and two of them were hybrids and the other was the Smart car. Fast-forward to 2012 and there are now 24 models that claim to get EPA fuel economy of 40 mpg highway, and 15 of them aren't even hybrids.
We gathered six of these cars that the EPA says get precisely 40 mpg on the highway — none of them hybrids — and tested them in the real world. Is it really possible to achieve that big four-oh? Will each car really return exactly 40 mpg on the highway, as the EPA numbers indicate? And how will they do away from the highway in the sort of suburban environment in which most Americans drive every day?
This is the 40 MPG Challenge. Six cars, 700 miles and your choice of energy drinks from the gas mart.
The Cars
Variety prevails in our selection of 40-mpg cars. From six different car brands we have two subcompact hatchbacks, two compact sedans, a sporty coupe and a large family sedan. Each is also a class leader in its own right. We think this disproves the notion that you have to drive a lethargic, cramped penalty box in order to get fuel-sipping mpg. Plus, each of these cars can be had for a reasonable price, another automotive breakthrough in the last five years. After all, a hybrid might easily get 40 mpg, but it customarily carries a sizable cost mark-up to pay for its exotic technology.
The Chevrolet Sonic ($18,695 as tested) is one of the most appealing subcompact cars thanks to its fun-to-drive nature. Besides its lively handling, the Sonic offers fun from its optional turbocharged 1.4-liter engine. Such performance upgrades almost always come with a fuel economy trade-off, but in this case, the turbo actually achieves better fuel economy than the standard four-cylinder. Pairing it with the six-speed manual transmission gets you to 40 mpg.
Next up is the Hyundai Veloster ($21,395 as tested), which is subcompact in size, although its strange three-door hatchback body style and stranger styling prove that you can drive something both funky and fuel-efficient. Sadly, the Veloster's optional turbocharged engine can't match the Sonic's fun-yet-40 trick, so we had to stick with the standard 1.6-liter four-cylinder (shared with the Rio) that hits 40 mpg when paired with a six-speed manual transmission.
The Kia Rio 5 ($18,450 as tested) is another one of our top choices in the subcompact class. Despite its modest price, the Rio offers a stylish, relatively well-appointed cabin with an ample list of features. And unlike the other cars in this test, the Rio boasts 40 mpg highway regardless of transmission or body style. Also included on the Rio is an additional Active Eco mode, which slightly alters the calibration of the engine and transmission response to optimize fuel economy.
Moving up a segment, we find the Mazda 3i ($24,495 as tested) Grand Touring sedan and its highly advanced "Skyactiv" four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission introduced for 2012. In the past, the Mazda 3 has always impressed with its eager driving dynamics and overall refinement, but it was always one of the least fuel-efficient vehicles in its class. No longer.
The Ford Focus ($20,660 as tested) is also one of our top choices in the compact segment. Its powerful, fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine is a key element of the car's customer appeal and can achieve 40 mpg when you opt for the $495 Super Fuel Economy (SFE) package. We're not sure the SFE is worth the extra dough, but 40 is still 40.
And finally, the Volkswagen Passat TDI ($28,665 as tested) is the black sheep in this group. While the other cars are small and fueled by 87-octane gasoline, the Passat is a comparatively enormous family sedan that must visit the green pump for its diesel fuel.
(It's important to note that you must usually buy a specific engine, transmission or even body style to achieve 40 mpg. At the end of this article, we provide more specifics on each 40-mpg model of these cars.)
The Country Highway Route
If a car is going to achieve its EPA highway estimate, our "country highway" driving route from Fontana, California, to Las Vegas through Death Valley should be its best chance to do it. Featuring relatively modest highway speeds of between 45 and 65 mph, this route is a good analog for rural highways across the country and in the past has generated fuel economy numbers that have exceeded EPA estimates. (We tested in mid-April, avoiding extreme temperatures.)
|Ranking by MPG
|1) Volkswagen Passat TDI
|2) Mazda 3i Grand Touring
|3) Ford Focus SFE
|4) Kia Rio 5
|5) Hyundai Veloster
|6) Chevrolet Sonic Turbo
* Based on in-car fuel economy gauge
True to form, the Volkswagen Passat TDI, Mazda 3i and Ford Focus SFE all topped 40 mpg. The Focus was not equipped with cruise control (it's an option, even in the SFE package), which might have cost it a few additional tenths of an mpg. It's also worth noting that since the Passat uses pricier diesel fuel (roughly 20 cents extra per gallon), it was only the third cheapest car to fill up despite getting the best fuel economy.
Nevertheless, we confirmed that you really can get 40 mpg in the real world with three of these cars. We also confirmed that just because the EPA estimates six different cars achieve the same fuel economy, it doesn't mean the cars are equally fuel-efficient, even when driven at the same time on the same route and in the same conditions.
And as we discovered in last year's Fuel Sipper Smackdown 4, corporate cousins Hyundai and Kia are not meeting their lofty estimates of highway fuel economy in our testing. The Rio and Veloster certainly came close and are without question what we'd consider fuel-efficient, but if they couldn't hit the big 4-0 in these conditions, we think it would be awfully hard for them to measure up for regular folks in the real world.
So what about the Chevy Sonic? Well, it was a subjective champ on this driving route, as its torquey turbocharged engine required fewer downshifts into fuel-swilling shorter gear ratios as the elevation changed and we climbed long grades to higher altitude. Unfortunately, a faulty gas pump in Las Vegas caused an overfill that ruined our testing numbers for the Sonic on this particular leg of the route, as well as the next suburban route. However, we know that the Sonic's trip computer is usefully accurate when determining ongoing fuel economy, since we actually own this Chevy Sonic as part of our long-term test fleet. As such, we're confident the car came close to the trip computer's estimate of 41.3 mpg, although obviously we can't know for sure.
The Suburban Route
If your idea of city driving involves commuting through gridlock in a mega city like Los Angeles or Chicago, then you should expect fuel economy well south of even the EPA's "city" estimate. However, for the great many who live in less populated metropolitan areas and do much of their driving in the suburbs, our test results collected from 180 miles of driving around the greater Las Vegas area should be fairly representative of real-world mpg.
|Ranking by MPG
|EPA City
|1) Volkswagen Passat TDI
|2) Mazda 3i Grand Touring
|3) Ford Focus SFE
|4) Hyundai Veloster
|5) Kia Rio 5
|6) Chevrolet Sonic Turbo
* Based on in-car fuel economy gauge
Here the Volkswagen Passat TDI was a true shocker, managing an incredible 43 mpg. We figure a combination of the torque-rich diesel engine, relaxed acceleration from traffic lights and long stretches of suburban speeds of 40 mph added up to exceptional efficiency. To be honest, we were a little skeptical about this result at first, but we're confident about its accuracy (skip ahead to the next section if you'd like to see why).
The other surprise here was the Hyundai Veloster. Although this odd green hatchback (which we nicknamed Kermit) was disappointing on the highway, its 31.3 mpg on the suburban route was more than 3 mpg better than its EPA city estimate of 28. The Sonic was even better, judging by its in-car data. In both cases, credit the hyper-conservative shift light included with the manual transmission, which encourages efficient driving as well as glacial acceleration (especially in the Veloster). We ignored it whenever traffic dictated a more rapid pace, but still managed excellent fuel economy.
The Ford and Mazda also returned similarly impressive results, but their technologically advanced automatic transmissions managed to make them efficient without succumbing to the need for lethargic acceleration. Even the last-place Rio managed to hit its EPA-estimated nail on the head.
As much as highway fuel economy numbers are touted in advertisements, these numbers from our own urban testing are far more indicative of what you can expect on a daily basis from the car in your driveway. Plus, our editors continued to be pleased with these cars despite spending a day tediously driving 180 miles within the not-so-picturesque confines of Las Vegas.
The Interstate Highway Route
You read that right. The Volkswagen Passat TDI achieved 51.7 mpg while averaging 70 mph on our final testing route — a simple, straight shot on Interstate 15 from Las Vegas back to Fontana. Not only was this 51.7 number obviously better than the Passat's EPA estimate, but it was also better than indicated by its in-car MPG meter and its performance on the country highway route. TDI engines are known for doing better than their EPA estimates, but quite frankly, we didn't believe the result and later actually drove back to Las Vegas to retest the car on the same driving route. Lo and behold, we got essentially the same result, which is incredible.
|Ranking by MPG
|1) Volkswagen Passat TDI
|2) Mazda 3i Grand Touring
|3) Ford Focus SFE
|4) Hyundai Veloster
|5) Kia Rio 5
|6) Chevrolet Sonic Turbo
As for the other cars, each failed to achieve their EPA estimates. While our rural highway route proves 40 mpg is possible, our Interstate route shows that 40 mpg is unlikely in a driving environment most people would envision when reading the word "highway."
Nevertheless, you can see the relative differences between these cars that supposedly get the same highway fuel economy. For instance, the Rio and Veloster are about 4 mpg less efficient out on the open road than the Mazda 3i, regardless of what the number before "mpg" might say.
Indeed, the smallest cars here did not fare well, including the Sonic, which was filled up and documented properly without event this time. Yet each proved to be a solid, stable highway car despite its relatively diminutive size.
And the Winner Is...
|Ranking by MPG
|Total Cost
|Total cost for 1 year/12,000 miles
|1) Volkswagen Passat TDI
|2) Mazda 3i Grand Touring
|3) Ford Focus SFE
|4) Hyundai Veloster
|5) Kia Rio 5
|6) Chevrolet Sonic Turbo
*Based on in-car fuel economy gauge
By now, it shouldn't be surprising that the Volkswagen Passat TDI ran away with this test even when the higher cost of diesel fuel is put into the equation. When you consider its well-equipped cabin, refined driving manners and grand size, the Passat's performance is even more impressive. Three of our editors selected it as the car they would personally buy despite its highest as-tested price. "It's a roomy, comfortable and stylish sedan with more than adequate performance that you can just drive normally and still get 40 mpg," said Automotive Editor John DiPietro. "It's the most expensive car here, but it's a lot of car for the money." And while the Passat is obviously not really a competitor for the other vehicles in this test in anything other than mpg, it deserves consideration by those who want a family sedan, even a family sedan with a hybrid powertrain.
The Mazda 3i Grand Touring proved the merits of the Skyactiv engine and transmission technology. To achieve its frugal results, there are no shift lights to obey (Veloster and Sonic), no Eco buttons to push (Rio), no pricier diesel fuel to seek out (Passat) and no special fuel economy package to buy (Focus). The Mazda 3i not only was frugal but also lively enough in both power and handling to keep our drivers entertained. Of the two compact sedans in this test, four of our six editors picked the Mazda 3i as the one they'd take home.
And yet the Ford Focus SFE still managed to collect its share of accolades. "Even though our tester was basically a stripper model, the Focus feels like a sophisticated machine," said Automotive Editor James Riswick. "The ride is comfortable and the cabin's quiet, and yet the car is also engaging and fun. I'd buy the Ford, but would skip the SFE package." Indeed, most people won't opt for the SFE, which means they shouldn't expect precisely the same fuel economy. Still, the standard Focus with its six-speed automated manual transmission returns only 2 mpg fewer than the Focus SFE in the EPA's highway and combined driving cycles. And that doesn't add up to much of a cost difference over the course of a year.
The Hyundai Veloster just managed to eke by its Rio corporate cousin, which was surprising given their EPA ratings. However, the Veloster's performance goes to show that a manual transmission in the hands of a prudent driver can achieve superior fuel economy. Sure, it takes more effort to do so, but certain folks will take pleasure in the challenge — count us among them. The Veloster also garnered plenty of attention from everyone around us, unlike so many unforgettable fuel sippers of the past. While some thought the Veloster has a uniquely cool vibe, others like Features Editor Carroll Lachnit noted, "It needs to return to the swamp from which it came."
As for the Kia Rio, it drew lots of praise from our six editors. "The Rio just felt polished and put-together," noted Automotive Content Editor Warren Clarke. "Everything about it felt more expensive than its price tag suggests. And I love those Kia styling cues, both inside and out." At the same time, it fell short of its lofty fuel economy expectations. As Lachnit noted, "Hyundai and Kia should back off touting 40 mpg and just let the cars speak for themselves."
Finally, we can't be sure how the Chevrolet Sonic would have stacked up in this group because of faulty Chevron pump No. 6. Whereas confirming the VW Passat's performance on the Interstate route was logistically feasible for our testing team, redoing the entire 9-hour Death Valley drive and 180 miles of city driving was not. Plus, conditions would be different and the results not comparable to the other cars.
However, there's no denying the Sonic's general ability to sip fuel, and we really appreciated its turbocharged engine and sharp handling. "The Sonic is great because it can be a fuel-sipper one minute and a sparky little hot hatch the next," Riswick said. "It allows you to decide which personality you want, and something about that seems very appropriate for an American car." Since this Chevy Sonic resides in our long-term test fleet, we will measure its fuel economy over the course of the next year and report the findings in our Long-Term Test section.
The Final Say
In the end, we answered the questions we set out to answer with the 40 MPG Challenge. We know which cars hit the mark and which ones don't. We know that 40 mpg EPA highway isn't easy to achieve on the real-world American highway. And we know that being small doesn't necessarily make a car fuel-efficient.
Perhaps we should have added another question: How much money will you save when you pick one of these fuel sippers over another? Well, take a look at the estimated yearly fuel costs based on our findings. There's only a $255 difference between the most frugal Passat and the least frugal Rio. It was only $95 between the Rio and Mazda 3. In other words, differences in fuel cost diminish when the mpg numbers rise. For more information about the reasons, we suggest reading "The Truth About Fuel Consumption."
Whether a car achieves 38 mpg or that all-hallowed 40 mpg, the difference won't have as much impact on your wallet as you might have hoped. So once you make your choice about the kind of general fuel economy that you want from your car, we ultimately recommend you buy the best fuel-sipping car that meets your needs. As we discovered, it's easier than ever to find one that does.
Addendum: How To Get 40 MPG From Each Car
Like most of the other cars here, not every model in the Chevy Sonic lineup gets that as-advertised 40 mpg. To get the magic number, you have to pay extra for the turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder that's available in the Sonic only when it has either the LT or LTZ trims, although you also get that extra wallop of torque that makes the Sonic the quickest car in its class. The six-speed manual transmission is also required, since the automatic will drop you back to "only" 37 mpg. It makes no difference whether you go for the hatchback body style we tested or the available sedan.
If you want 40 mpg, it also really doesn't matter which Kia Rio you buy, since they all are rated at an EPA-estimated 40 mpg highway. The manual transmission will return 1 mpg EPA combined more than our test car with its automatic transmission, but otherwise all Rio sedans and hatchbacks are created equal.
The Hyundai Veloster earns an EPA rating of 40 mpg highway only when equipped with its standard 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed manual transmission. A six-speed automatic is optional, along with a turbocharged four-cylinder that can be paired with either transmission, although the fuel economy rating is different, of course.
The Mazda 3 is offered in a dizzying array of variations, including two body styles, four engines, five transmissions and multiple trim levels. To get the 40-mpg rating, you must select 3i Touring or 3i Grand Touring trim, a sedan body style and the six-speed automatic transmission. The hatchback and six-speed manual will be in the same fuel economy ballpark, but fall short of 40 mpg. All of these efficient Mazda 3s can be identified by the Skyactiv badge on their trunks.
In order for the Ford Focus to achieve 40 mpg, you must get its six-speed automated manual transmission and pay $495 for the special Super Fuel Economy package that adds a rear spoiler, low-rolling-resistance tires and some aerodynamic but pretty hideous plastic wheel covers. Rear disc brakes are also added.
The Volkswagen Passat TDI is the only car here that is available in an even more fuel-efficient version since it also comes with a manual transmission, but we expect only a scant few buyers are likely to opt for the manual transmission that brings with it a 43-mpg highway rating. The Passat can also be had with a pair of less-efficient gasoline engines: a 2.5-liter five-cylinder and a 3.6-liter V6. We'd skip both of them and go for the truly impressive TDI.


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Fundraising for Larkswood Primary AcademyChildren in our Nursery, Reception and Key Stage 2 classes are very excited and happy to be able to play and learn in their outdoor spaces, transformed through the play structures installed as part of "bringing the wood back to Larkswood" project. We are now raising the funds to start our next building phase which will transform the outdoor space for the children in key stage 1. We have some innovative designs for much-needed improvements to the outdoor play areas.
You can help by participating in our upcoming fundraising events or if you would like to make a donation towards the next building phase please contact Amanda Daoud on 020 8529 4979. Your help and kind donations are very welcome and much appreciated.
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We integrated an all-new carbon web design and updated it with our Rip Cord grip-and-release system to send the K2 Style Carbon up there with the highest-performing women's ski poles on the market. This ultra-lightweight, daringly durable carbon ski pole is your new all-mountain guardian angel, providing unmatched stability on the resort's most demanding runs.
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Safety releasable strap mechanism integrated into grip top. Unique lightweight cored out grip and strap design removes material where possible. Utilizing a 3D molded urethane right/left strap for comfort and ease of entry. Push button hinging grip top allows for easy strap adjustment and removes the need for buckles and Velcro, creating the most comfortable and streamlined strap ever.


text: sysCheck v1.6 by Erik Spyder Download sysCheck Homebrew application which does several checks on installed IOS and custom IOS: - IOS Stub; - Fake signature (aka Trucha Bug); - ES_DiVerify (aka ES_Identify); - Flash Access; - NAND Access; - Boot2 Access; - USB 2.0. sysCheck generates a report on the root of the SD card (sd:/sysCheck.csv). Thanks to mdbrim, ckinrun, Arikado and SteelSlasher from WiiBrew Forums (http://forum.wiibrew.org) The author can not be held responsible for any damage it might cause! ------------------ Changelog: Version 1.6 * Improve IOS Stubs detection; * Improve Fake Signature check; * Check for NAND Access; * Display Hollywood GPU version; * Display Console ID; * Display Boot2 version. Version 1.5 * Fix IOS202 issue; * Improve IOS stubs detection; * Error handling corrections; * Wii Light is turn on when generating the CSV report; * Code cleanup. Version 1.4 * Check for USB 2.0 IOS Tree; * Display the current date and time in the report; * Recompiled with the latest version of DevkitPro; * Code cleanup. Version 1.3 (unreleased) * Detect the console region; * Error handling corrections. Version 1.2 (unreleased) * Check for Flash Access; * Check for Boot2 Access. Version 1.1 * Fix IOS stubs detection; * Fix IOS revision number displayed on reload; * Code cleanup. Version 1.0 * Initial public release


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Make a classic statement with a planter filled with your garden favorites! Neutral brown will fit with almost any décor! This piece is super durable, weather-resistant and made from recycled materials! Combine classic style with great functionality. Knockout holes easily provide drainage without any drilling.
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You probably wouldn't guess it by looking at him, but Bentley the 8-week-old English Bulldog has a lot of stuff on his mind. Heavy stuff. Stuff he needs to work out without you bothering him.
Just look at what happens when his mom tries to get playful with him. Full-on angst, man.
Sometimes you just need a night in with your bedroom door closed and a Dashboard Confessional album playing. We feel you, Bentley.
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Punctuated shades of green and blue lend a soothing feel to this well-lit dining room. A table on the patio spoils you with views of the iconic Yas Viceroy hotel itself. Dine here in the evening and watch the hotel's façade light up in different colours.
Slice this: Pizza burrata.
A popular ingredient in salads and antipasti dishes, creamy chunks of burrata are scattered across this pizza. Roasted rapini, cherry tomatoes and a delectable cheese and garlic confit add colour and flavour.
Dhs45 (small), Dhs90 (large). Open daily 12.30pm-3pm, 7pm-11pm. Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 656 0600).
The stylish restaurant is known for its supreme pizza and pasta collections. Over the years we've recognised Bocca at our Restaurant Awards, so you know you're in safe hands when you show up at the door.
Slice this: La scura ai frutti di mare.
No, your Italian isn't as rusty as you think. That does in fact translate to "dark seafood". And the reason for that is the charcoal base this seafood pizza is served on. A recent trend, charcoal is being hailed for its alkaline properties and it's making its way into dishes across cuisines. So why not in pizza?
Dhs70. Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm. Hilton Abu Dhabi, Corniche Road West, Al Khubeirah (02 692 4247).
Caramel Restaurant & Lounge Abu Dhabi
The secluded restaurant at The Collection serves modern American cuisine. It's a cosy spot to gather with your closest friends.
Slice this: Tuna pizza.
Unconventional as far as toppings are concerned, but a winner nonetheless. Fresh tuna is carefully layered over a thin crust. Ponzu mayo, pickled shallots and truffle oil add multiple layers of flavour.
Dhs130. Open daily 6pm-1am. The Collection at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Saadiyat Island (02 678 3344).
You get more than your money's worth at this popular chain. The casual vibe and friendly staff make it a relaxed weekend spot, and the lush mangroves add to the chilled atmosphere.
Slice this: Frutti di mare.
A seafood extravaganza that includes calamari, king prawn and mussels. It is topped with whole prawns and seasoned with Italian herbs.
Dhs66. Available until Dec 3. Open daily 9am-midnight. Eastern Mangroves Promenade, Salam Street (02 641 2231).
The playful interior at this restaurant is inspired by an old-school circus tent. And the menu is just as creative and imaginative, with an emphasis on traditional Tuscan flavours.
Slice this: Circo New York.
Thin slices of purple potato are the standout ingredient of the dish. Blobs of fresh ricotta punctuate each bite with a creamy texture. Juliennes of red and yellow bell peppers are the other veggie component on this creation.
Dhs82. Open daily noon-midnight. InterContinental Abu Dhabi, King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, Al Khubeirah (02 666 6888).
When most of its tables are occupied, the large dining room can make you feel like you're at a grand-scale family reunion in the Italian countryside. If you prefer the outdoors, the al fresco area comes alive in the evenings when fairy lights create a beautiful canopy.
Slice this: Quattro stagioni.
A delightful vegetarian option with just a handful of ingredients, this pizza is proof that less is more. Grilled peppers, zucchini, onions and olives deliver aknockout punch.
Dhs60. Open daily 6.30am-10.30am, noon-3.30pm, 7pm-11pm. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta (02 818 8282).
As the name suggests, the resident band here belts out jazz tunes. And while you'd think that pizza and jazz would make an odd combination, the two go together quite smoothly. It's also a restaurant fit for the family, with colouring pads to keep the kids entertained.
Slice this: Hawaiian PizzaExpress.
A punchy pineapple chutney replaces the citrus chunks you would normally expect. The condiment complements the veal bacon, red onion and duo of cheese – mozzarella and parmesan – on this thin-crust Romana Pizza.
Dhs80. Open daily 11.30-midnight. The Hub, World Trade Centre Mall (02 444 7752).
Market Kitchen
The cosy restaurant serves American comfort food with its own original spin. The soy-glazed beef short ribs are just one of its tasty examples. And although the pizza selection is limited, it is deliciously innovative.
Slice this: Black truffle with fontina cheese.
A thin base is covered in melted fontina cheese and then a smear of black truffle purée. A salad dressed with an aromatic truffle vinaigrette finishes it off.
Dhs90. Open Sat-Wed noon-11.30pm. Thu noon-midnight. Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khalifa Street (800 101 101).
Pizza di Rocco
A standard Italian that serves the regulars of antipasti, pasta and lasagne. But, as the name suggests, it's the pizzas that are the main draw. It offers its customers a choice of white flour or whole-wheat for the base. Apart from the classic favourites, it also serves its own creations on the Speciali Di Rocco menu.
Slice this: Fattoria.
There is no holding back on this one. It includes tomato sauce, caramelised onion, goats' cheese, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella and pine nuts. You won't be disappointed.
Dhs55. Open Sun-Thu 10am-midnight, Fri-Sat 10am-2am. Corner of Salam and Al Falah Streets, Salam Street (02 885 3222).
Authentic flavours served within mosaic-tiled walls is what makes Prego's so popular. Its menu offers diners plenty of choice for a leisurely meal. And if you land a table on the outdoor deck, you can look out onto date palms and a view stretching to Al Maryah Island.
Slice this: Mare e monti.
Calamari, scallops, prawns and porcini are the star ingredients. The supporting cast features olives, parmesan and a hearty tomato sauce.
Dhs90. Open daily noon-11.30pm. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (02 304 8169).
Already renowned in Dubai, this fine dining Italian has found a home at Galleria Mall on Al Maryah Island. Expect classic Italian fare raised to another level.
Slice this: Roberto's Pizza.
The humble pizza gets a luxurious twist here. Beef carpaccio, wild rocket, parmesan and shavings of black truffle layer up for a memorable taste of Italy.
Dhs130. Open daily noon-1am. The Galleria Mall, Al Maryah Island (02 627 9009).
Located on bustling Hamdan Street, the Crowne Plaza's Italian is an oasis of calm, making it a popular choice with families. Named after a long and narrow street in Naples, you'll understand why this particular pizza is its signature...
Slice this: One-metre pizza.
You can order it with four different toppings: buffalo mozzarella, arugula, four cheese, and bresaola and salmon are just some of the choices. There are also gluten-free options.
Dhs68. Open daily noon-11pm. Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Hamdan Bin Mohamed Street (02 6166 251).
Tawa Bakery
"No gluten beyond this point" reads the doormat at the entrance of this waterfront café. Given the small number of gluten-free options in our city, it's become quite a hotspot. We recommend a wedge (or more) of the Nutawa cheesecake to follow the pizza.
Slice this: Veggie pizza.
Before our non-vegetarian friends turn their noses up at this one, we request them to give it a fair chance. Fragrant, fresh pesto, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, roasted bell peppers, olives and rocket decorate the modified base.
Dhs55. Open daily 8am-11pm. Al Muneera Beach Plaza, Al Muneera, Al Raha Beach (800 8292).
The restaurant is largely known for its creative fusion dishes. But it isn't all about the theatrics. Teatro doesn't shy away from rolling out the classics, and it does them well.
Slice this: Pizza diavola.
Simple and delicious, this medium-sized pizza for (a greedy) one includes beef pepperoni, red bell pepper and provolone cheese.
Dhs75. Open daily 6pm-11pm. Park Rotana Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Park (02 657 3333).
Todd English's Olives
Gaze out on calming views of the Grand Mosque from this comfortable waterfront restaurant. Choose from the dining room, accented with orange and olive-coloured chairs, the dimly-lit bar or the outdoor terrace. The friendly staff will make you feel at home while you dine on hearty cuisine from across the Mediterranean region.
Slice this: Fig and bresaola flatbread.
A sweet and sour fig jam dots a crusty rosemary-flavoured base, which is layered with gorgonzola blue cheese and paper thin slices of beef bresaola. That may read as strong flavours, but it works together harmoniously.
Dhs75. Open Sun-Thu 12.30am-11pm, Fri-Sat 9am-11pm. Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Al Maqta (02 404 1941).
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Time Out's favourites for a slice of pizza at home
Al Florina
"Serves up super-thin slices of wood-fired pizza," says Faiza Amjid, assistant section editor. "Juicy flavours, herbs and good quality mozzarella all add to the deliciousness."
Guardian Towers (02 441 6609).
Itzza Pizza
"Speedy delivery, check. Generous toppings, check. Non-greasy, check. Thin crust, check. Oh, and it tastes good, too," says food editor Vanessa Fitter.
Airport Road, Al Mushrif (02 641 8182).
Papa Murphy's
"A reliable favourite. Delivery is quick and the pizza arrives hot," adds section editor Christopher Hough. "Don't miss out on the beef pepperoni; it's crispy, rich and satisfying."
Various locations (60 054 0440).
"Loads of options are available, with top-quality crusts and fresh ingredients," says Paul Clifford, group editor, food & guides. "There are even a couple of healthier wholewheat pizzas. Check their deals for a real bargain."
Various locations including Al Zahiya (02 667 3330).
Russo's New York Pizzeria
"Pricier than other places, but you get your money's worth," adds Grace Guino, staff photographer. "It has great topping combinations, and some gluten-free options."
Al Wahda Mall (80 078 7767).
A world of pizzas
Five global variations and where to get them in the city
1. Flammkuchen
The dish is popular in France's Alsace region and the southern part of Germany. It is traditionally either oval or rectangular in shape, with varied toppings that are usually restricted to just a handful. And instead of cheese it features spoons of sour cream. Yum.
Find it here: Café D'Alsace
Not part of the regular menu, requires prior notice. From Dhs45. Open Sat-Wed 8am-midnight, Thu-Fri 8am-1am. Yas Marina, Yas Island (02 496 3412).
2. Okonomiyaki
A Japanese-style pancake, there are no rules or restrictions when it comes to the add-ons. You can get creative with all your favourite toppings. From seafood to vegetables and grilled meat.
Find it here: Toki
Dhs48. Open daily noon-3pm, 6.30pm-11pm. Hilton Abu Dhabi, Corniche Road West, Al Khubeirah (02 692 4247).
3. Pide
A popular Turkish street snack, this baked flatbread is usually boat-shaped with raised edges. Toppings can include a variety of ingredients including cheese, eggs, mushrooms, ground meat, tomatoes, bell peppers and herbs.
Find it here: Petek Restaurant
From Dhs42. Open daily 8am-midnight. Rolex Tower, near World Trade Centre Souk, Al Markaziya (02 555 2000).
4. Pissaladerie
The base is slightly thicker than that of a pizza in this classic French dish. Onion, garlic, olives and anchovies star as the classic toppings. It can be eaten hot or cold.
Find it here: 18 Degrees
Dhs30. Open daily 6.30am-10.30am, noon-3pm, 7pm-11.30pm. Hyatt Capital Gate, Embassies District (02 418 2583).
5. Manakish
This Levantine dish needs little introduction. Most foodies in the capital have their own little hole-in-the-wall joint that they frequent. And it won't ever break the bank.
Find it here: Gulf Pastry
From Dhs5. Open Sun-Thu 7am-midnight, Fri-Sat 8am-midnight. Various locations including Khalifa City A, opposite Emirates Islamic Bank, Khalifa City (02 556 2043).


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Dr. Robert Scott Steinberg has over 30 years of experience in hospital and private practice of podiatric foot and ankle surgery, and sports medicine. You will only be seen by Dr. Steinberg, never by an assistant. Experience and dedication counts.
Dr. Steinberg lives in Hoffman Estates, close to his office, and if time permits, can see patients after hours and on the weekend.
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We have created this website to provide our patients with a means to educate themselves on various topics related to a multitude of foot and ankle conditions. You can research common ailments by visiting our Foot & Ankle Disorders section. If you would like more specific information about a particular condition you can contact our office.
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As a podiatrist in Schaumburg, IL, Dr. Steinberg specializes in the medical, surgical and sports medicine treatment of the foot and ankle. He has a special emphasis on podiatric biomechanical foot orthotics and has been instrumental in the design of specific orthotics for specific sports. Dr. Steinberg treats patients from the surrounding areas of Elk Grove, Bartlett, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Barrington and Hoffman Estates. Some of the more common services we provide are the treatment of ankle injuries, bunions, heel pain, warts and ingrown nails.
We treat patients of all ages, with the goal of providing you with the most comfortable office experience possible. Our friendly staff strives to ensure a pleasant office visit. Dr. Steinberg provides each of his patients with the time and information they need to make good choices about their foot and ankle care. We work with you to not only inform you about your diagnosis, but also to determine the best plan for treatment and relief of your foot and ankle discomfort.
So, if you are looking for an experienced podiatrist in Schaumburg, IL or the surrounding areas of Bartlet, Elk Grove, Palatine, Arlington Heights, Barrington and Hoffman Estates, we invite you to call our office and schedule an appointment. We look forward to helping keep you active ad on your feet with our professional foot and ankle care.


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Symphonic Electropop with a focus on the future
Hi there, and welcome to my little corner of the Internet! I compose and record original electronic pop music and use this site as the primary means to freely distribute the high quality MP3s of my work. Of course, I might also share a few tidbits about myself as well. You've been warned.
Yeah, there's only a handful of songs on here right now, but I'm hoping you'll value quality over quantity! I'm constantly working on more originals and will post them on a regular basis as they're completed. Anyway, just take a look and a listen to what's here, and if there's anything you like, simply click each song's download link (right click, save as, etc.) to access the high-quality MP3 file. If there's something you really like, let me know! Turns out I respond well to encouragement. And if there's something you really, really like, I'll look into getting a 'donate' button stuck on here somewhere :)
Distant Signals [Transcendence Part 1]
The idea for this track actually came about as an offshoot of my earlier piece, The Voyager. It borrows the tempo, one or two beats, and some of the same instruments. And so I thought it might be cool to set up a 'sister' track to The Voyager. As things progressed, I discovered there was even more tangential material in The Voyager I could use to create a third track to round out a trilogy of songs, and thus Transcendence was born.
The theme of Transcendence evolved to become a soundtrack of sorts to a vague science fiction idea that's been knocking around my brain for years. I'd rather the listener assign their own meaning to each piece, so I'll leave it vague. Suffice to say, it involves mysterious codes transmitted through space, a heroic journey beyond what we thought possible, and the resulting discovery that transforms not only our planet, but our species as a whole.
The final third act is coming along steadily. I expect it shouldn't take much longer before it's ready for release, certainly not as long as this one took after releasing The Voyager. Hope you like it!
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The Voyager [Transcendence Part 2]
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Electric Joy
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I believe that we're on the verge of a nanotechnology revolution... and I get excited just thinking about it. The accelerating progress we're making in the areas of nanoscience and material manipulation will reap incredible rewards in the coming decades, many of which we haven't even thought of yet. From microscopic supercomputers, to hyper-efficient solar farms, to fleets of medical nanobots that will help us to transcend our own physical limitations and live indefinitely – we will soon have the ability to solve most of the major problems the planet faces today. Exciting stuff, to say the least!
This track is a musical expression of my optimism towards this amazing technology. When I think of these "billions of tiny machines, all working together", I imagine an intricate tapestry of microscopic machines, each perfectly coordinating with the rest in a rapid and energetic synchronicity. I used this image as inspiration for the song – it's an energetic, more complex arrangement, with interweaving arpeggios and multiple layers of orchestral and synthetic instruments all making their small respective contributions to the greater whole. Hope you like it!
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They'll Be Machines
Back in 1964, Arthur C. Clarke, the legendary science fiction writer, did a BBC Horizon special where he revealed some of his predictions for the future. One of the most provocative ideas he shared was his belief that humankind would eventually be superceded by highly intelligent thinking machines. That was 50 years ago that he spoke those words, and I believe they hold more and more truth with each passing year.
For this track, I wanted to share Mr. Clarke's words, as well as to create a soundscape of evolving textures and patterns. In its own way, this track is almost a spiritual successor to my earlier track, The Robot Will Save Us. It explores the same theme, and it also moves through three stages, what I like to think of as Organic, Technologic, and Transcendent.
I'm optimistic that advancing machine intelligence can and will be a force for accelerated positive change in the world. The more we can understand, appreciate and openly discuss the promise and peril of such revolutionary technology, the better chance we have of surviving (and thriving) in a landscape dominated by intelligent machines.
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UNATCO Theme (Deus Ex Cover)
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Space Faring SpeciesI've always been a big fan of humankind's endeavours into space, regardless of which country or initiative is behind them. And I think that such efforts to explore the great cosmic ocean beyond these earthly shores are some of the most important to our long term survival as a species. The people, companies, and countries behind these pursuits should be commended for their courage, their hard work, and their imagination. They are some of the truest 'heroes' this planet has ever produced.
This song is a tribute to these visionaries, and my own little 'thank you' of sorts for their dedication to a field of study that rarely gets the accolades or attention (or, sadly, the funding) it truly deserves.
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I just upgraded to the new Logic Pro X and it is fantastic - an incredible music production suite for just $200! I was playing around with the new built-in arpeggiator and soon became inspired by a particular sequence I discovered. This became the foundation for "Halcyon", which grew quickly and held my attention for many hours at a time. There's definitely a Boards of Canada influence at work here (I just love that warm fuzzy analog intro synth), but I'm also trying to capture the sun drenched "Retro Future" atmosphere as depicted by visual artists such as Syd Mead.
I don't know exactly how it happened (and maybe it's because Logic is so streamlined and easy to use now) but this whole tune came together in just three days. No sense overthinking it -- I'm very happy with it just the way it is, so here you go! Enjoy! (Oh, and that's me on acoustic guitar as well, ha ha!)
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ROYGBIV (Boards of Canada Cover)
I absolutely love this tune by BOC. Perhaps 'love' isn't strong enough - the Boards of Canada masterpiece has by far the highest play count on my iTunes, somewhere nearing 500 plays. I think I might have a problem! It's a fantastic, beautiful, enigmatic track that has the ability to pull your brain into another dimension. The only criticism I can level at the original piece is that they made it WAY TOO SHORT! Come on - don't trip me out and then pull the plug after only two and a half minutes!!!
So I decided it would be a neat little experiment to recreate this seminal tune from scratch (adding Bocuma to the start, just to keep things authentic) and lengthen it to something a bit more 'mainstream'. Along the way, I've added my own touches as well as a recurring alternate melody and break that offer interesting counterpoints to the main theme. Hope you like it!
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The Robot Will Save Us
Most of my compositions start out as simple melodies or chord progressions. This one was no different in that the music was well established before I even thought of a theme or a title. At one point, the ominous tone got me thinking that the tune would have fit well in some sci-fi robot action movie. However, my view on modern day robots is that they're actually a great help to humanity and not the doomsday harbingers that so much science fiction would have you believe.
Once I began associating the robot theme with this piece, it changed the way I structured the melodies. Now in its final form, it consists of three acts: Apprehension, Understanding, and Optimism. The title now holds double meaning - what could easily have been a line from some sci-fi B movie, but also a more optimistic look at how the field of robotics will affect the world as the technology evolves. Enjoy!
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The NSD MISSION STATEMENT
NSD's mission is straightforward – to be the very best transportation logistics provider in the U.S. and the recognized leader in direct-to-home and business delivery services. As a proud member of the national logistics community, NSD is committed to superior customer service, on-time performance, and cost-efficient solutions. We do this by hiring the very best logistics talent, maintaining a vast platform of delivery partners, and by providing the most advanced technology systems. Our 15 years of experience and expertise is built on our single-minded dedication to continual enhancement of our service capabilities.
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St John's Seminary was established in 1891 to train students for the priesthood. While it serves mainly dioceses of the South of England, it also provides formation for students from dioceses further afield and for members of religious orders.
Since 1985 it has also offered courses in theology for lay (external) students. These courses now run alongside the academic programme offered to students in formation. This programme is validated by the University of Surrey, of which the Seminary is an Associated Institution.
The Seminary is also a valuable resource for the local church, and provides a venue for various groups including the formation programme for the Permanent Diaconate, as well as a centre of expertise in the work of formation and sacred science.
The motto "spes messis in semine" (the hope is in the sowing), speaks of confidence in the work done at the Seminary for the future of the Church and the Kingdom of God.


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This lovely top floor suite is the largest room in the inn. Suite has beautiful wood floors and hosts a King size bed plus a separate Queen bed. All beds have Serta Pillow top mattresses and luxury linens. Huge in-suite bathroom, with dual sinks and super-sized soaker tub. Spectacular views of lush gardens and old growth trees from private balcony. Room has its own private entrance. Refrigerator, coffee and tea. Fluffy 100% Cotton robes for your trip to the cliff side, ocean view hot tub. Free Hi Speed Internet.
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Room Features
- Private entrance upper floor with skylights and bright wood floors
- Overlooks the gardens and the lush rain forest from private balcony
- King bed that can be made into 2 twins plus another twin bed all with with Serta Pillow Top Mattresses and luxury linens
- Comfortable sitting area
- En-suite bathroom with dual sinks and super size soaker tub
- Refrigerator
- Coffee maker with coffee
- Electric kettle with tea
- 100% Cotton Fluffy Robes
- Free High Speed Wireless Internet
Room Rates
Rates vary by season. Breakfast is included from late May though Labor Day.
All rates are per night, based on double occupancy.
While staying at the Ocean Wilderness Inn, take part in some local activities like hiking, fishing or whale watching for just relax in your room. Also enjoy the many activities available nearby in Sooke, Jordan River or Port Renfrew.


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Like cookouts, baseball and time with friends and family, fireworks are synonymous with Independence Day celebrations. However, don't let your guard down during the Fourth of July festivities. Approximately 230 Americans go to the emergency room for fireworks-related injuries every day around the Independence Day holiday, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. More than half of those injuries were burns, with the majority of injuries afflicting the hands and fingers. The Electronic Security Association would like to wish you and yours a happy Independence Day and present you with a few pointers to keep your celebrations safe.
Know the local laws regarding fireworks in your area. Many municipalities have laws against the use of fireworks within city or town limits, while other regions may have bans on their use during times of intense drought.
Always have an adult supervise fireworks activity. Parents may not realize that young children suffer injuries from sparklers. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees, which is hot enough to melt some metals and surely hot enough to burn children.
Avoid buying fireworks that are packaged in brown paper. This is often a sign that the fireworks were made for professional displays. These fireworks could pose a danger to consumers who are not properly trained to handle commercial fireworks.
Never, under any circumstances, point or throw fireworks at another person. Such activity could lead to severe injury.
Avoid drinking alcohol when using fireworks. It is imperative to remain vigilant around fireworks and the use of alcohol may inhibit your ability to make good decisions and react quickly if necessary.
Keep a safe distance. Never place any part of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse. Back up to a safe distance immediately after lighting fireworks.
Be prepared for anything. Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.
Leave duds alone. Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully.
Never carry fireworks in your pockets. An errant spark could lead to serious injury.


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We had the privilege of eating at PushStart Kitchen a couple of weekends ago. And what a privilege it was. I had heard very good things about this new supperclub on the westside of Atlanta from friends and foodies and on blogs I read. I expected the food to be very good and mostly I expected a new and different kind of evening. I did not expect to be blown away and to be served a meal that I consider one of the best I have ever eaten in Atlanta. I think the Atlanta food scene is ok but when I travel to other cities I always come back longing for more from our city, more diversity, more creativity, more choice, more greatness. If Zach Meloy, founder and chef of PushStart, is the future of Atlanta dining then we are all in for a huge treat. You can read about PushStart's philosophy here and if you want to attend a dinner in the future be sure to sign up for their invite list.
The menu changes every week. This week the meal was about celebrating vegetables and welcoming spring. We started the evening with a small bite of grits on a stick and a dark and stormy cocktail while we greeted the other guests and explored the wonderful loft setting.
After cocktails we sat down to our first plate, a cauliflower soup with blood orange, croutons (that put all other croutons to shame), shallots, and garam masala ice cream. The soup was superb, the kind of soup that you dream about and wish you had an everlasting supply.
For our main course, we were offered grilled King Trumpet mushrooms the size of a french baguette. They were accompanied by a luxurious leek tart, fennel, and lemony ricotta.
For dessert, we delighted in Crispy Arroz con Leche with lavender cream and dried strawberries. The crispy texture outside that oozed with milky rice inside was perfection.
We finished off the meal with candy and cordials which translates into the best ball of something I can't begin to describe that I have ever tasted and a shot of moonshine.
This food is outstanding. Zach and his wife are a perfect team. I cannot wait to go back and take everyone I know.


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A rim offset chart, also known as a rim backspace chart, is a table showing the distance between the hub-mounting surface and the centerline of the rim of different wheel sizes. The offset is what locates the tire and wheel assembly in relation to the suspension.Continue Reading
The rim offset chart helps drivers purchase a new set of wheels and avoid buying rims that may not go in line with a car model. There are three types of offset: zero, positive and negative. If the hub-mounting surface is on the brake side of the centerline of the rim, it is negative. When the hub-mounting surface is on the side that you see, it is a positive offset. Zero offset is when the hub-mounting surface is at the center of the rim. It is important to note that an extensive negative rim offset can cause increased steering wheel kickback and place additional stresses on a vehicle's entire suspension.
A wrong rim offset on a car can make handling hard and could lead to accidents. If the chart is followed, accidents caused by a wrong offset are minimized. When getting a new set of wheels for a car, the offset should vary with the width of the set of wheel.
The chart serves as an important tool in most garages where cars receive professional care. It is important to take note of the rim offset chart when changing tires or experiencing trouble in car handling.Learn more about Tires, Rims & Wheels


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Dita Von Teese - Blue Fox - Limited Edition
Limited edition of 75 signed art prints.
Hand Made and printed to order on Archival fine art paper.
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Great leaders from across the industry will come together to discuss which trends and technologies will revolutionise the mobile space and what steps to take in order to seize these opportunities and take your business to the next level.
(PRWEB) January 28, 2014
2014 will be the year the internet of things will become a reality, operators will actively reclaim the consumer relationship, wearable technology will create new ecosystems, mass-adoption of education and m-health apps will be driven by mobile-first markets and the conversation will move from big data to smart data. (MEF, 2013) With the implications of such important changes in the ecosystem, the Open Mobile Summit is back and ready to capture the mobile industry buzz and assess the key trends, winners & losers, and innovation within the mobile ecosystem.
Great leaders from across the industry will come together to discuss which trends and technologies will revolutionise the mobile space and what steps to take in order to seize these opportunities.
We are still putting together the final line-up, but here's a quick preview:
- Richard Firminger, MD EMEA, Flurry
- Chris Colborn, EVP Chief Experience Officer, R/GA
- Surjit Chana, CMO, IBM Europe
- Jon, Block, Controller of Commercial Digital Products, ITV
- Daniel Gurrola, VP Strategy, Orange
- Daniel Rosen, CEO, JouleWW
- James Hilton, CEO, M&C Saatchi Mobile
- Ilya Fushman, Head of Product, Mobile and Business, Dropbox
- Giles Corbett, CEO, Orange Libon
- Anthony Rose, CTO, Zeebox
- David Sear, CEO,Weve
- Tom Eslinger, Worldwide Director of Digital and Social, Saatchi & Saatchi
- Jean Nehme, CEO, Touch Surgery
- Martin Gill, Principal Analyst, Forrester Research
- Rod Burns, Mobile engagement, WIP
- Nick Hunn, Director, Wifore Consulting
- Matt Hatton, MD, Machina Research
- Scott Bicheno, Senior Analyst, Wireless Smartphone Strategies, Strategy Analytics
…and many more telco, enterprise and device manufacturer speakers to come. Look out for more announcements in the coming weeks.
Some of the 2014 crucial debates will include:
- Mobile Payments: In or out? The enticement of cashless transactions appeals to a wide spectrum of businesses, but a comprehensive solution has yet to emerge. Let's chat whether it is a thing of the past or the future and what will jump start it?
- Playing the Enterprise Game: From juggling BYOD and Cloud to safeguarding data, it all comes down to understanding the players' mobile mind shift. Dialogue about how deploying gamification can help you pass to the next level
- The Retail Portal: With the fast teleportation of data between the physical and virtual worlds, the mobile customer experience is fighting for the limelight. Who is running the show and how are they making sure they're on top of both worlds?
- Data Operated Gadgets: Toys that enact the stories on tablets, armbands that turn devices on and off, watches that keep tabs on calories – this is how the post-smartphone era looks. Get up to speed to get a slice of this explosive market predicted to exceed $130 billion by 2020
- The App Recipe for Success: A pinch of Facebook advertising, a cup of responsive design and a spoonful of big data analytics. What is your recipe for success?
For more information about the Open Mobile Summit 2013 including speakers, agenda and venue, go to http://www.openmobilemedia.com/london
Register before this Friday (31st Jan) to receive £400 off all conference passes: https://secure.openmobilemedia.com/london/register.php
About Open Mobile Summit:
The Open Mobile Summit is the definitive industry conference for the leaders of the future mobile economy. Open Mobile Media is part of FC Business Intelligence Ltd. FC Business Intelligence Ltd is a registered company in England and Wales - Registered number 04388971, 7-9 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX, UK, http://www.openmobilemedia.com
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Large supercrystals promise superior sensors; Progress toward plugging an antibiotic pump; 20 years of atmospheric science in the Arctic celebrated at barbecue; Sandia researchers named Combustion Institute fellows; First responders confront shooters, explosives in emergency exercise
Dry casks take the heat; Diesel doesn't float this boat; The amazing growth of renewable energy from solar cells: A lesson for how we fund research?; Computer science educator garners 2018 Sandia Excellence in Teaching Award; 'Never allow others to place their limits on you'; Sandia to celebrate 40 years of solar power research; NNSA breaks new ground
Sandia light mixer makes 11 colors at once; Generating electrical power from waste heat; Sandia computational researcher wins DOE Early Career Research Program award; Smarter, safer bridges with Sandia sensors; Cooking composites in the sun
DOE to deploy Arm-based supercomputer prototype at Sandia; NNSA Administrator Gordon-Hagerty touts mission, teamwork at all-hands meeting; DA talks tough on metro crime; Tafoya named industrial engineering fellow; Young women encouraged to blaze their own trails at Sandia's Math and Science Awards; Fireproofing your home; Viva la Vida: Sandia at Pride; Robot rivals rally to rope in rewards at rodeo
Sandia's robotic work cell conducts high-throughput testing 'in an instant'; Five seconds at F/16, with a broken camera; DOE classifies Winalee Carter as 'excellent'; International corrosion society elects first Sandia fellow; Predicting disease with big data; DOE visit highlights Sandia energy work with Indian groups; Riding bacterium to the bank; Raising the heat to lower the cost of solar energy
A splash of detergent makes catalytic compounds more powerful; How microgrids could boost resilience in New Orleans; 'Keep the pedal down' for mission work: Nuclear Deterrence all hands; John Dec applauded on international stage; Shadid named SIAM fellow; 40th anniversary International Training Course; ANGLE goes to the dogs… and cats; Catching Dreams
Can you take the heat?; Exascale; Sandia LEEDs the way with New Mexico campus certification; Sandia celebrates Earth Day; Kids Day at Sandia; 40 Under Forty honorees serve Sandia's mission
Magnetic nanoparticles leap from lab bench to breast cancer clinical trials; Exploring Arctic clues to secure future with new Sandia, university partnership; First wind blade from a 3-D printed mold, energy-saving nanoparticles earn Sandia national FLC awards; Labs' video producer wins silver in international film competition; Sandia measurements expert named Asian American Engineer of the Year; Sandia scores Innovation award; Family friendly business award; Pi Day serves up fun for local students, families
Biologically inspired membrane purges most greenhouse gases from coal-fired smoke; Using biomimicry to detect outbreaks faster; Secretary Perry and Sandia: A science alliance; The power of community boosts acequia resilience; The arrival of Spring
Sandia on target for first Mk21 Fuze flight test in 2018; A greater chance to thrive - 5 percent pricing preference gives bidding advantage to NM small businesses; Sandia researchers named Fellows of The Combustion Institute; Black engineering awards conference honors 5 Sandians; Full STEAM ahead - Students learn about Sandia's global security work during state STEAM event
The guns of shock physics - Studying materials information through dynamic compression; Road, rail, boat - Sandia transport triathlon puts spent nuclear fuel to the test; Cleaner, more efficient combustion - Insights on new chemical mechanisms boost understanding of process; Sandians honored for sustainability efforts; Jacqueline Chen elected to National Academy of Engineering
Glowing designer sponges — New MOF particles engineered to image and treat; Seeing stars - Sandia team designs a new way for additive manufacturing; Living in a material world; Valentine's gift bolsters United Way program - $50,000 donation helps launch Mission: Families; Danelle Tanner is 1st Sandian named as LGBTQ+ Scientist of the Year; Project management jobs pipeline focus of Sandia, University of New Mexico agreement
Small, NM businesses key factor in Sandia's 2017 economic impact; Understanding blast impact - Modeling, simulations aim to boost understanding of injuries, body armor; Sandia supplies essential element to local science classrooms; Sandia donates $25,000 to Valley Children's Museum; New radiation detectors developed at Sandia used for New START inspections; Supercomputing under a new lens - A Sandia-developed benchmark re-ranks the top computers
Sandia going all-out to recruit top-tier cybersecurity talent; Researchers work on new way to image the brain; Bringing a 'wow' factor to Sandia's front door; AIAA names two Sandians as associate fellows; Three Sandians elected fellows of the American Physical Society
Computer modeling aids solder reliability in nuclear weapons; Reducing the traffic jam in batteries; New Sandia balloon-borne infrasound sensor array detects explosions; Pioneering smart grid technology solves decades old problematic power grid phenomenon
Sandia joins gene editing safety project; Sandians take home five R&D 100 Awards; Chris LaFleur receives Clean Energy Education & Empowerment Award
HADES uses alternative reality to mislead hackers; Sandians honored by American Indian Science and Engineering group; Charting new routes to renewables; Sandia brings warmth to Northern California fire relief; Making strides with small business; Diagnosing supercomputer problems; Sandia computational scientist Steve Plimpton receives IEEE Computer Society's 2017 Sidney Fernbach Award; Sandia joins KAFB to mark Native American Heritage Month
Deputy Secretary of Energy visits Sandia; Superior hydrogen catalyst just grows that way; W80-1 Alt 369 update; The infrastructure for more solar at Sandia; Smarter, cleaner, recycling at Sandia; A desire to serve; Service to the nation
New engine optics to fuel research; Optimizing Wave Energy; Choose your own Army base; Real-time SuperLab demonstration; Managing global biorisk; Sandians named distinguished alumni of UNM Engineering School; Optical Society Fellows
A cooler filter - Reducing power plants' freshwater consumption with Sandia's new silica filter; Sunny side up - New fractal-like concentrating solar power receivers are better at absorbing sunlight; Three Sandia engineers recognized by Society of Women Engineers; Impactful Times - The story of decades of Sandia's shock physics research; Tech transfer on track - Tips for going from scientist to CEO
Remembering Sen. Pete Domenici; Cool flames for better engines; Painless microneedles extract fluid for wearable sensors; Back to the Canyon - Sandia team continues to quantify fatigue using wearables; Sandia computing researcher wins DOE Early Career Research Program Award; Sandia marks Hispanic Heritage Month; Sandian to co-edit new technical journal
Nanotech experts at Sandia create first terahertz-speed polarization optical switch; Cleaning up subways - Sandia's 20-year mission to stop anthrax in its tracks; Sandia wins 5 regional tech transfer awards; Understanding chemistry in low-temp combustion; Downtown bound - Sandia opening an office in the heart of Albuquerque's innovation district; Sandia's first machine learning and deep learning conference; Meet Sandia's rodeo queen; What we saw at the eclipse
Shining a light on black holes - X-ray emission models need revision, tests at Z machine reveal; Beating the heat with nanoparticle films; Alternative Pyroshock Testing eliminates need for explosives; Sandians honored by IEEE Albuquerque Section; Sandia computer donation program puts high-tech in hands of K-12 students; Donation of supply-stuffed backpacks to military families breaks records
Velocity-Mapped Ion Imaging hits 30 years of research at Sandia; Div. 8000 in forefront of cutting-edge weapons work - W80-4 LEP, Mk21 Fuze Replacement modernization programs on-time, on-budget; World's smallest neutrino detector finds big physics fingerprint; Division 8000 - It's more than 'just' California now; The good, the bad, and the algae; InterSpec - Quick, accurate, integrated radiation analysis; Biofuels from bacteria - Sandia Labs helps HelioBioSys understand new clean energy source; From pinprick to prognosis in 15 minutes - Sandia adds HIV and tuberculosis to rapid medical testing system SpinDx; Posters on the Patio - Science and engineering event for everyone
Any data. Any time. Anywhere. - Telemetry group's software improves how data is gathered, analyzed; Balloons and drones and clouds; oh, my! - Sandia collects more precise weather, climate data with help from unmanned aerial system; Technology to go - Sandia tech transfer successes; 2018 Truman Fellows boost mission-relevant research at Sandia; Sandia, LANL name new CINT director, co-director; Islamic Center kids, Sandia coach, win big in STEM competition
New fellowship named for former Labs Director Jill Hruby; X-ray vision - Peeking into the softer side of materials; From ideas to inventions - Techno-Economic Analysis; On the trail of a killer – Sandia's BaDx anthrax detector
A scintillating discovery; Sandia/Goodyear CRADA marks 25 years; Women Worth Watching; Volunteer project hits close to home for Sandia intern; Optimizing hydrogen-powered passenger ferries; Clean water that's 'just right'
Tonopah upgrades help Sandia testing; Catch a wave; Sandia marks Pride Month; Weapon Intern Program; Building a community of new parents; Finding a molecular needle in a haystack; John Dec, Paul Miles receive recognition from ASME
'It Really Is Rocket Science!' - History of rocketry at Sandia told in award-winning film; Trustworthy - Overcoming the trust barrier in NW verification measurements; Sandia recognizes innovative Livermore teachers; Annual Robot Rodeo offers bomb squads an unbeatable experience; Sandia researchers named IEEE Fellows
We remember Christopher-A Memorial Day story; treasure from trash; Testing for Zika virus; Build for the future - Sandia awards $135 million in construction contracts to NM businesses; ASME elects Fellows from Sandia; Sandia intern named Goldwater Scholar; Bay Area's top female high school students in math, science recognized; Sandia/NNSA partnership builds on strong foundations; Celebrating Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month
Brain-inspired computing; Clean-energy businesses tap into Sandia technical expertise; Sandia hosts Chinese delegation; All eyes on Austin at SXSW conference; Our first pipeline
Drop of mock B61-12 is first of new flight tests; There's nothing typical about work at Sandia's Tonopah Test Range; Fighting Ebola and analyzing emerging biotechnologies; Miquelita Carrion recognized as a Woman of Influence; Sandians deliver TED-like Talks
Brain boosting; Strategic Petroleum Reserve taps Sandia expertise; Better living through pressure; Come and knock on our door; Buy Green -Sandia's eco-friendly contracting; Top Doc -Dr. Melissa Garcia recognized; $20,000 math grant in Carlsbad; Sandia's newest 40 under Forty honorees
Beating the daily grind - Predicting the limits of friction on metals; Power partners - Sandia draws industry into quest for cheaper, cleaner electricity; Bad Apples - New brain-inspired cybersecurity system detects 'malicious players' 100 times faster; Plants at the pump - Sandia seeks toughest strains of algae for biofuel production as part of multilab project; Reversing the curse - Sandia researchers develop mathematical methods to improve computational efficiency in quantum chemistry Shoe Box Challenge shows creativity, ingenuity of engineers; A head for business - Researchers who leave Sandia to start a company can now be joined by non-R&D staff; Science Café – Nuclear energy risk perception; STEM Day at the Labs; Academic Alliance workshop focuses on autonomy R&D; ISEE honors retired Sandia explosives engineer Dale Preece
On Deterrence documentary now online; Sandia researchers create 3-D metasurfaces using III-V semiconductors, opening a world of optical possibilities; Evaluating nuclear weapons - A key Sandia mission; Sandia researchers use confined nanoparticles to improve hydrogen storage materials performance; Origin of spooky meteor noises reappraised by Labs researchers; Super plants need super ROOTS; Gary Polansky named Fellow of AIAA; Dan Sinars represents Sandia in first energy leadership class
Using kinetics for ceramic coatings; Energy in the marketplace; Power Players; 'TourSandia' without a badge; TMS honors Sandia computational materials researcher; Sandia mentor and student intern win joint ACS award; Born into engineering; Energy in the marketplace
Augmented reality to enhance security; A new dawn for AM; Two Sandians receive Presidential Early Career awards; Alex Brown elected ASME Fellow; Understanding how brittle materials fail; Solar glitter technology moves closer to market ; Social underpinnings of physical science research; Campione wins ACES Early Career Award; Sandia's Data Center Consolidation Initiative
Sandia's economic impact; Vacuum Society honors Sandia technologist; Former Sandia President Irwin Welber dies at 92; Giving is in the blood
It works for me . . .; Honey, I shrunk the circuit; Computer modeling to eradicate diseases; Sandia donates 725 books to Livermore VA hospital; Custodian Dale Vernon Marsh is Labs' longest-serving ever; Spray Combustion Consortium launched
Safe, secure, sustainable labs; Sandia Science & Technology Park is a place to grow; Students zip through Electric Car Challenge; Monitoring Grand Canyon hikers rim to rim
Detecting composite material damage; Honoring our veterans; Talk to us; Sandia, Singapore join forces to develop energy storage; Sandia wins 6 R&D 100 awards; Sandia entrepreneur moves with market; Restoring iconic aircraft
Unsung heroes of radiation detection; Sandia Emergency responders participate in active shooter exercise; Sandia diversity specialist wins inaugural award from AISES; From Albuquerque to Afghanistan and back again – A veteran's journey
Diamonds Aren't Forever; 'We need to be both smart and good'; B61-12 Flight Test team honored; Sandia inks SpinDX license agreement; Master Research Agreement with University of Akron; Brain games and tests; Former Sandia VP named to National Science Board; Calling all entrepreneurs; Tritium introduced in fusion experiments at Sandia; CINT manager elected president of Materials Research Society
Wave of the future ; Rebooting computing; Fragment tracking offers insights into explosion dynamics; Bill Camp wins prestigious Seymour Cray award; Sandia marks Disability Awareness Month; It's H2GO! For San Francisco's Red and White Fleet; Sandia tests nuclear battery safety for NASA's Mars 2020 mission; Applying for clean-energy help through Small Business Vouchers pilot program; Sandians give back during annual campaign
Fresh water for energy; Exascale rising!; sandia researchers win prestigious HENAAC awards; Sandia chronicles 20 years of bioscience research; FLC in ABQ; Sandia employees give back through annual campaign; Materials society names Sandia's Don Susan Fellow
Follow the carbon; A complex problem with concrete; 'Goldilocks' temperature range just about right; Sled track simulates high-speed accident in B61-12 test; New computer cooling method could save millions of gallons of water; Meet Sandia's 2017 Truman Fellows; Gus Potter named Health Physics Society Fellow; Predicting, modifying new materials; Sandia fuel cell membrane outperforms market; Salvatore Campione honored by IEEE-HKN
Blowing bubbles to catch CO2; X-ray vision; When hurricanes take aim; Sen. Heinrich hosts 2016 Energy Summit; Encouraging STEM success for women of color; Clean leap; Trailblazer; Summer institute introduces Sandia interns to NW work; Friction, Fatigue, and Failure; Let it rain-Sandia's clean water stewards; Remember the TITANS
Beating bitcoin bad guys; Strong enough - Composite materials testing; Taking the 4/10 work week for a spin; Rising to the top - SWE recognizes Jill Hruby's success; Mitigating silent hardware errors; A breath of fresh air; CO2 to fight climate change?; Student intern symposium; Operation Backpack delivers; From hamsters to horses, Jon Baldwin helps them all
Looking from space for nuclear detonations; Saving lives on the battlefield through engineering; Albuquerque area outstanding young engineers; Sandia's 401(k) plan recognized among the best of the best; Sandia builds global energy storage database; Perspiration and passion are the secrets to success; Sandia installs largest Gigahertz Transverse ElectroMagnetic test chamber; CECOR students launch ThunderBird Cup
Geothermal drilling tool can take the heat; Studying a critical HIV protein; Former Army Ranger named Student of the Year; Sandia physicist Jim Bailey wins APS John Dawson award; Graduate students bringing critical skills to Sandia; Hand-on, Minds-on STEM program marks 30 years; An entrepreneur steers his young company; Early Career Outreach at Sandia
DNA - A new twist on data storage; A flash of insight - Research at Sandia's Lightning Lab; Power investing - DOE funding moves two Sandia energy projects closer to the marketplace; Super cool - Balloons help gather Arctic data on supercooled liquid water; Sandians celebrate Pride, come together for Orlando; Join Forces - Military students get a taste of national lab research, a win-win for them and Sandia
Taking down Rift Valley Fever; Battling corrosion to keep solar panels humming; Fire break; 10th annual Robot Rodeo; Annual exercise tests Sandia's emergency response skills; Mark Savage wins high-voltage IEEE Dunbar Award; Sandia radar expert Armin Doerry named an SPIE Fellow; Livermore students win Walter Bauer scholarships; IRS website design gets a facelift
Sparkplug-free gasoline auto engines; Lessons from Fukushima; Recognizing girls for math and science achievements; Melissa Teague named a PECASE winner; State office honors two Sandians for community efforts; Livermore, here's Sandia!; The wild blue yonder; Small companies grow with a technical leg up; Meet Sandia's Certified Master Safe Technician
Warrior Women; Next-gen cyber defenders; Movin' and groovin'; Sandia Excellence in Teaching awards; Annual Performance Evaluation Report; Overachievers under Forty; Freedom Award; Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Festival; World's fastest multiframe digital X-ray camera; Sandia interns named Goldwater scholars;
Start your engines; The doctor is in; Energizing the Corps; The thick of things; An early career boost for Sandia researcher; Sen. Udall hosts water roundtable; Sandia Executive VP Steve Rottler honored at Texas A&M
Cold War Warriors - The story of Sandia's decades in nuclear field testing; Sandia named a top employer for Native STEM professionals; Lessons from cow eyes; Good neighbors - Sandia/California brings 60th anniversary into the community; Better, brighter, cheaper flat-panel displays; Sandia departments win Quality New Mexico awards; Sandia tapped to lead nationwide solar evaluation centers; Sandia needs 'Zero Heroes' to meet 2025 goal
Lighting up disease-carrying mosquitoes; Sandia tests whether homes are strong enough for solar; Directed-energy technology investments; Bumper crop of partnerships; CRISPR genome-editing technology; Hydrogen Risk Assessment Models toolkit now available; Bigger spaces for tiny parts; Cynthia Phillips named a SIAM Fellow; Two inspirational Sandia women in ceramic and glass engineering; Sandia inks pact with California Fire and Rescue Training Authority
Sandia flame cell tests, tames Godzilla-style fire; Jacqueline Chen inducted into Alameda County Women's Hall of Fame; Mark Musculus named SAE Fellow; Melonie Parker named New Mexico HR Professional of the Year; Mentoring Café sparks girls' interest in STEM; Current and former VPs commemorate Sandia/California's 60th anniversary; Chinese nuclear security center opens with help from Sandia; Sandia nanomaterials researcher Hongyou Fan elected MRS Fellow; NNSA Administrator Lt. Gen Frank Klotz praises Sandia's "constancy of purpose" at all-hands meeting; My Brother's Keeper - White House-launched program brings STEM to life; City resilience - Sandia analyzes effects of rising sea levels in Norfolk; Women Catalyzing Innovation in New Mexico; Good Company - Small businesses picked to get Sandia clean-tech help
WeaselBoard bites infrastructure bad guys; New ways of looking at glass-to-metal seals; Channeling the inner geek: 'You know you're an engineer when' winners named; Always there: Sandia/California marks 60 years of engineering, science, and service; Burning Rubber: Sandia researchers win best paper award for review of how rubber ages; Service-driven women: Sandia marks Women's History Month; Precise atom implants in silicon provide first step toward quantum computers; A new era of astronomy begins: Detection of gravitational waves called one of the century's great science breakthroughs; A big reach: Sandia partnerships map shows impact across the US; Algae raceway paves path from lab to real-world applications; The apple doesn't fall far: Sandia innovator named Most Promising Asian American Engineer
Foiling suicide bombers; Norm Augustine laments state of education, research; Iron nitride transformers could boost energy storage options; Finding more powerful semiconductor materials; Eastern Cherokees explore IT and partnership at Sandia; Introducing STEM students to careers in national service; Synergy between science and engineering enables exceptional results; You know you're an engineer when . . .
Nondestructive Testing: Sandia looks inside composites; Decon, bombs, and above and beyond: Sandia takes home three national tech transfer awards; Sandians win Black Engineer of the Year awards; Ice sheet modeling of Greenland, Antarctica helps predict sea-level rise; Sandia making waves in marine energy systems; Grid modernization;
Sandia economic impact up in 2015; 25 years of LDRD; Enormous blades for offshore energy; ANGLEing toward success; When lightning strikes; CSI: Dognapping program honored
Got Solitons?; New phononic filter technology; HyStEP device speeds H2 station commissioning; Rodeo queen and chemical engineer; Dr. King's dream motivates and inspires; Jeff Brinker elected a Fellow of National Academy of Inventors; Postdoc showcase
Sandia, ASU collaborate on algae computational modeling; A good day for BaDx; Chemists discover new pathway in mechanism of soot formation; New Mexico Electric Car Challenge; High Tech; Gil Herrera awarded UNM Lobo Award; Sandian honored with inaugural technologist award from American Vacuum Society.
Thor's hammer to crush materials at 1 million atmospheres; Sandia wins five R&D 100 Awards and a 'green technology' gold award; Bringing it home - Katrina Groth and Ethan Hecht win inaugural Robert Schefer Best Paper award; Jackie Chen receives DOE INCITE award; Poets, artists, musicians at Sandia celebrate and mourn warriors; Supercomputer benchmark developed by Mike Heroux gains adherents
Partnerships, mission synergy will shape Sandia's future; Managing the data deluge; Jeff Koplow receives SunShot Innovation Fellowship; Sandia California Security Police Officers train to improve skills; New program lets researchers help companies that license their inventions; Big shots - Sandia X-ray radiography workhorses reach milestones; Supporting the nation's nonproliferation goals; Annual emergency exercise an earth-shaking activity; Explosives legend Paul Cooper honored by NYU Polytechnic
Sandia retiree opens retreat for wounded warriors; DOE aims to expand lab ties to private sector; Todd Dunivan wins NM Distinguished Public Service Award; Carol Adkins named a UNM Distinguished Alumna
Dirt-cheap catalyst may lower fuel costs for H2-powered cars; Taking on H2 storage challenge; Removing excess nuclear waste from Alaska; Sandia researchers win 'best paper' award from AIAA; Carol Adkins named a UNM Distinguished Alumna
Sandia Emergency Response Team wins big at HAZMAT Challenge; Students explore brain science in after-school STEM club; The Martian author Andy Weir's path to success began at Sandia; Two Sandia researchers on leave share their experiences as entrepreneurs