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(The Root) — Like most people, Mary J. Blige had some knowledge of Malcolm X but knew very little about his widow, Betty Shabazz.
So after business partner and friend Polly Anthony brought her a movie script about the friendship Shabazz shared with another famous widow — Coretta Scott King — Blige found herself not just portraying the wife of a civil rights icon but also getting schooled in a way that she'd never expected.
"I didn't know she could dance, first of all, and she loved to do it. And I didn't know that she was the one … keeping it light and telling the jokes [after their husbands' assassinations], trying to be up and happy through all the trials," Blige said in a press conference call that The Root took part in.
Blige, 42, stars alongside Angela Bassett, who plays Coretta Scott King, in Lifetime's Betty & Coretta, which premieres Feb. 2. Blige and her husband, Kendu Isaacs, are among the project's co-executive producers. Actress and civil rights activist Ruby Dee — who, along with her late husband, actor Ossie Davis, was a very close friend of Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr. and their wives — also stars as a historical witness who narrates the movie. Davis delivered Malcolm X's 1965 eulogy — a soul-stirring remembrance that he reread at the conclusion of Spike Lee's 1992 biopic, Malcolm X. Bassett, known for biographical portrayals, starred as Shabazz in that movie as well as in Mario Van Peebles 1995 film, Panther.
Starring in Betty & Coretta also proved to be a full-circle experience for Malik Yoba, who portrays Martin Luther King Jr.
"I know [Malcolm X and Betty Shabazz's daughters] Attallah and Ilyasah; we grew up with them," Yoba told The Root. "My mother was friends with Betty, and my father was friends with Malcolm, so that was a bit of a trip, too, being in Montreal and being in the production office and seeing pictures of the house and looking at the driveway where I first learned to pedal a bike as a kid." Yoba, 45, was raised in a Muslim household and was 6 when he learned to ride his bike at the Shabazz house.
Yoba said it was a treat to portray Dr. King, sharing that the Southern Baptist preacher is a "hero" who inspired his own philanthropic endeavors.
Even though Betty & Coretta isn't Blige's first foray into acting (she has guest-starred on TV shows including 30 Rock and last year appeared in the big-screen musical Rock of Ages), the biographical portrayal did require the multi-Grammy winner to do some digging in preparation.
"I went online to YouTube to pull up everything I could on Betty. And then I read some books," she said. Yoba, like Blige, scoured the Internet and read books to ensure a spot-on performance. He said that his co-star did "a good job" and gave a "believable" performance.
"I thought, for one, it was pretty courageous because she was pretty nervous," Yoba said.
The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, once slated to star as Nina Simone in a biopic about the iconic singer and civil rights activist (actress Zoe Saldana has replaced her), says she's open to starring in other biographical roles if the right script comes along. The work would have to touch Blige like the "great experience" she's had working behind and in front of the camera on Betty & Coretta. Blige said she found herself in awe of the deep friendship the widows shared.
"We were blown away by the script — by the fact that Betty and Coretta were even friends. We had no idea until they brought us the material … This is information that no one knew, so we definitely wanted to be a part of that," said Blige, describing the two as "family women" whose biggest challenge was dealing with the assassinations of their husbands and having to raise their children in the aftermath. Betty Shabazz and Malcolm X were married for seven years and had six daughters.
Shabazz and Coretta Scott King's closeness may have come as a surprise to most because, while the intentions of the women's husbands were the same — creating peace and equality — the methods of achieving them appeared vastly different. For this reason, the legacies of Malcolm X (also known as El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz) and Martin Luther King Jr. were often pitted against each other, particularly to the American public. The two men met only once, a brief encounter in 1964 immortalized by a now-famous photograph of them grinning and shaking hands. Eleven months later, Malcolm X would be killed.
Blige never got a chance to meet Shabazz, who died in 1997, but she did meet Coretta Scott King during Oprah Winfrey's Legends Ball nine months before Mrs. King's 2006 death. At the three-day historic celebration, literary great Maya Angelou — also a close friend of the women — called Blige over to meet Mrs. King. The singer said she was unsure if Coretta Scott King and the other older women were familiar with her or her music.
"I turned around [and asked], 'Do you guys know who I am?' [And they said,] 'We all know who you are.' And I went and spoke with them and hugged them. And Coretta said she [loved me and] was proud of me," Blige said. "I gained confidence from that experience in my own life."
Two weeks ago, the singer says, she met another person very close to Shabazz: her third-oldest daughter, Ilyasah Al-Shabazz, whom she ran into at a restaurant. The chance meeting led to a lengthy conversation between the two and Al-Shabazz sharing intimate family photos with her. Blige said that Al-Shabazz is "positive" and "beautiful," like her mother.
Al-Shabazz told The Root that it makes sense that her mother and Coretta Scott King would be friends.
"My sincerest hope," she said, "is that the film Betty & Coretta will inspire women to see the gracious, intelligent, incandescent person that was Betty Shabazz and empower a new generation of women to forge meaningful bonds of friendship and support; and further, it will inspire us to always persevere through adversity to reach our highest potential."
Aisha I. Jefferson is a frequent contributor to The Root. You can follow her on Twitter or visit her at aishaiman.com.


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Hundreds gathered on Metropolitan Avenue to watch the annual Forest Hills Memorial Day Parade on Sunday. Bands, Boy and Girl scouts, and local residents marched with veterans and elected officials through the heart of Forest Hills.
The Memorial Day parade is a way for people to remember and give thanks to those who fought for the country, and helps keep the true meaning of the holiday alive in the neighborhood.
"We've got to remember over 500,000, almost 600,000, American men and women have died against oppression, and that's what we're here for today," said former state senator, parade grand marshal, and veteran Serphin Maltese.
"The community is getting together and commemorating the veterans who died for the country," said fellow grand marshal Melinda Katz. "I think it's a great thing."
Thomas Long, commander of the American Legion Continental Post 1424, agreed that the parade is necessary in keeping the legacy of fallen soldiers alive.
"I hope the community, the veterans, we all come together to honor those that have given their all," Long said. "I think that is what we all should get from this."
Robert E. O'Malley, a former Vietnam marine and recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, has been marching in the parade for 18 years. Standing alongside fellow veteran Tom Hayes, the two looked forward to having a drink at the end for the friends they lost in battle.
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Colder winter weather may have you bundling up, but it can be really bad news for some invasive insects. Research biologist Rob Venette discusses which invasive insects may not make it through the winter and how climate change has affected their distribution.


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Application Example: Compounding and Extrusion of Wood-Plastic Composites
Wood-plastic composites may be one of the most dynamic sectors of today's plastic industry. Although the technology is not new, there is growing interest in the new design possibilities this mariage of materials offers.
The production of Wood-Plastic Composites typically uses a fine wood waste (cellulose based fiber fillers such as hardwood, softwood, plywood, peanut hulls, bamboo, straw, etc.) mixed with various plastics (PP, PE, PVC). The powder is extruded to a doughlike consistency and then extruded to the desired shape.
Additives such as colorants, coupling agents, stabilizers, blowing agents, reinforcing agents, foaming agents, and lubricants help tailor the plastic end product to the target area of application.
With up to 70 percent cellulose content, wood-plastic composites behave like wood using conventional woodworking tools. At the same time, they are extremely moisture-resistant. There is little or no water present, thus increasing resistance to rot.
Wood-plastic composites are already widespread in outdoor use for decking, cladding, park benches, etc. There is also a growing market for potential indoor uses such as door frames, trim and furniture.
Products include: Lumber, decking and railing, window profiles, wall studs, door frames, furniture, pallets, fencing, docks, siding, architectural profiles, louvers, automotive components
Key Blending Considerations in Wood-Plastic Composites
Key to a feeder's ability to attain high accuracy over short intervals is the resolution of its weighing device and response of its process controller.
However, to achieve the same accuracy in the short interval characteristic of compounding and extrusion operations, a much higher weighing performance is required.
Six Typical Applications: Compounding and Extrusion of Wood-Plastic Composites
This promising and evolving technology is marked by a variety of approaches to compounding and end product extrusion. In these diagrams, the term "wood" is used to identify any of the many forms of organic material used in these processes.
1. Pre-dried wood along with resin/regrinds and additives
2. Pre-dried wood enters at twin screw pelletizing extruder throat with resin/regrind and additives introduced along the barrel.
3. Continuous mixer discharges dry wood at twin screw extruder throat with resin/regrind and additives introduced along barrel to produce end product profile.
4. A high-speed compounding extruder supplies multiple single or twin screw profiling extruders. Alternatively, compounding extruder feeds a gear pump to produce the profile.
5. Wood enters twin screw extruder throat and is dried within the extruder.
6. Multi-extrusion application with wood and resin, regrind, and additives on main twin screw extruder with single screw extruders discharging to die head.
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SWAB Team 6 are on manouvres at the moment…down the local high street getting upto 75% off all electrical kit at "Curryometixons". Then its onto the pub for a rehash of the units "mission statement".
One of the things we got for Chrimbo….
Subdued Colour Tongue Depressor…
Will catch up with you at the "Paraffin Parrot" later!


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Not a looker, but hugely capable.
The Silverado HD is entering its fifth year since its last redesign, but thanks to the comprehensive engine and chassis updates it received in 2011, it remains one of the most capable heavy-duty trucks on the road. The HD's Duramax 6.6-liter, twin-turbocharged diesel V-8 produces 397 hp and an incredible 765 lb-ft of torque; it comes equipped with an integrated exhaust brake that, through a complex network of sensors, allows the use of cruise control while trailering a load. To handle the engine's massive torque, the turbo-diesel is fitted to an Allison six-speed automatic transmission. For added versatility and safety, the transmission includes a function that allows the driver to select gears manually depending on driving conditions. The Silverado HD can be had with a bifuel-compatible or standard 6.0-liter V-8, with two- or four-wheel drive, and in 2500HD (three-quarter-ton) and 3500HD (one-ton) flavors. The Silverado 2500HD extended cab can be optioned with a natural gas fuel system that allows it to run on gasoline or compressed natural gas. The interior is where the big Chevy falls short: it lacks the cohesive design and materials quality of the class-leading Ram HD or the Ford Super Duty. For the most part, though, heavy-duty trucks are judged by capability and performance, and the Silverado HD lacks neither.
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A bifuel version of the 6.0-liter V-8 and a natural gas fuel system are newly available on 2500HD extended-cab models. Silverado 3500HD chassis cab and pickup-box-delete models can now be optioned with the V-8 turbo-diesel. Ruby red metallic and blue topaz metallic exterior colors have been added for 2013.
ABS and front air bags are standard. Side and side curtain air bags are standard on 2500HD models. A tire-pressure monitoring system and stability and traction control are standard on single-rear-wheel HDs, and electronic trailer-sway control and hill-start assist are included to aid in towing. A backup camera is optional.
Long list of mobile-office options
Single-rear-wheel model can tow 17,000 pounds
Interior falls short of competitors
Base Price Range: $30,295–$44,980
DRIVE: Rear-wheel, 4-wheel
BODY STYLE: Pickup, 2- to 6-passenger
ENGINES: 6.0L V-8, 301/360 hp, 333/380 lb-ft (CNG/gasoline)
6.6L turbo-diesel V-8, 397 hp, 765 lb-ft
TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic
CAPACITIES: Towing 9300–21,700 lb; payload 2765–6635 lb


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1. Dragon Kingdom. Teaches: letters, numbers and drawing.
2. Chicken Coop. Teaches: letters, matching and memory skills.3. Rabbit River. Teaches: letters, numbers and shapes.
4. Shape Shop. Teaches: shapes and matching skills.
I'm not very excited about entering the world of videogames, handheld devices, and high-intensity marketing to kids, but M&R have seen the boxes for these devices on our bookshelves and know that *something* is up. In addition to tips on what to expect in terms of educational v. entertainment value, I'd appreciate hearing what your experiences have been in policing use of devices like this and what kinds of ground rules you've set. I realize that much of that is kid-specific; I can tell you already that Maddie will be self-regulating on something like this whereas Riley will be completely obsessed to the exclusion of everything else until one day he moves on to something else. But general guidelines/impressions/thoughts are appreciated.
Cliché, but true: they grow up so fast. I'm not ready for this!


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Agriculture has been at the very heart of Irish life for generations. In fact, up until the later decades of the 20th century the Irish economy depended almost exclusively on farming.
As we traveled throughout the country, it became evident that cattle and sheep production are important industries. In fact, according to livestock surveys, Ireland has 6.5 million cattle and 4.8 million sheep. While not as evident, surveys report 1.56 million pigs in Ireland. Beef is an important export: in 2011, Ireland exported more than 90 percent of its net beef output, making it the largest beef exporter in the EU and fourth largest in the world.
Approximately 80 percent of agricultural land is devoted to grass (silage, hay and pasture), 11 percent is in rough grazing and the remaining 9 percent is allocated to crop production. Ireland had an extremely hard, long winter in 2012-13. As a result, they weren't able to cut silage and stocks were depleted. The government allowed the grass around the Dublin Airport to be cut and harvested to help farmers.
According to the European Economic Commission (EEC) Representation in Ireland website, agriculture was still the most important trade sector when it became part of the EEC in 1973. The country is now driven by high-tech industry, but global agricultural exports remain important to the Ireland's overall economic importance.
Here are some other Irish agri-facts
- The land area of Ireland is about the same as Nebraska, and about 64 percent of it is used for agriculture
- Approximately 80 percent of agricultural land is devoted to grass (silage, hay and pasture), 11 percent is in rough grazing and the remaining 9 percent is allocated to crop production.
- Farming remains a major industry in Ireland with around 139,800 family farms averaging 32.7 hectares (about 81 acres) per holding dotted around the country, according to the agricultural census of 2010
- Participation in the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) means that as a net exporter, Ireland can benefit significantly from being able to trade agricultural commodities on EU markets, which generally provide better prices than world markets
- Over the past two decades, Ireland has received over €30 billion (US$38.69 billion) in EU net receipts, around 70 percent of which were directly related to agriculture
It is a beautiful country and the landscape is dotted with fields of cattle and sheep. Especially on the western side of the country, fields are defined by thousands of very old, large rocks piled on top of one another. It appeared many farmers used electric fences to supplement the rock fences.


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Change is the only steady thing in this world- this is carried by a world famous quotation. The quote holds true particularly for the technology, and also the changes in regular lives brought forth by this disruptive technology. Although there are hundreds of companies and technologies that might be named, I have made a brief list of the ones that, in my opinion, actually played important parts in interrupting our day to day lives. What I listed below are initiations that has massively changed my lifestyle and I work as a whole. While a few of these innovations help me to be more productive in a day, others have helped me accomplish things before they were introduced to me I never believed possible. Lets proceed, expecting that you love having a look at these inventions that are brainstorming.
To lots of individuals, sharing files over the Internet has always been a huge challenge. The syncing of bigger files between many computers has always been a pain in the neck for most people, though e-mail might have no important issues with handling a few MBs of attachments now. Until the introduction of Dropbox. It completely altered the way we arrange our files and it revolutionize the way many small-scale businesses work. Most amazingly, Dropbox has interrupted the whole online storage company and bring the expense of storage down to nearly non existent for nearly all us. Such companies as Microsoft, Google and Box are providing services that are similar but I found them easy to use as Dropbox.
The concept of microblogging introduced to the web world by the microblogging site Twitter has certainly caused a significant disruption to the way businesses are run online. Which range from political leaders to distinguished celebrities to major news channels. Almost all users of the World Wide Web's daily lives affected by Twitter have been felt by they. You should be aware of that Twitter played a critical part in it if you remember the political revolution in Egypt in 2011. Another well-known event related to Twitter would be the "multibillion-dollar tweet" posted by a billionaire investor in 2013. In the year 2014, Twitter was flooded with over half a million tweets solely dedicated to the FIFA World Cup. Even today, Twitter however continues to redefine many aspects of our day-to-day life, including political activism and journalism.
Smartphone has revolutionized many companies and Cab resembles the next big business that may be disrupted. GetTaxi is one of the first startups found in this business. They aren't alone, other startups have jumped in the bandwagon like UberTaxi and GrabTaxi. With the assistance of GPS locator, such programs try to connect taxi drivers with the passengers in a faster and hassle-free manner. Not stopping there, features also have advanced like executing a dynamic pricing model so the fare can change based on supply and demand. Now people make extra money and which can drive a few hours a day and have a car can sign-up on those services as a motorist.
With an increasing number of people using and familiarizing with smartphones, Internet traffic is on its peak as well as the data rates are going down. SMS or short Messaging System has been with us ever since the beginning of the cells, but another messaging system, Whatsapp had brought it down from its throne. What makes Whatsapp tumultuous is the way it can permit smartphone users to convey more effectively. Users can now easily develop a group and broadcast a message to the entire group with just one click. This is a feat which was not possible before the arrival of Whatsapp. This revolutionizing company was valued at a mind-blowing twenty billion dollars at that time of its acquisition by Facebook in the year 2014.
The most always attempt to catch up with the most recent and the best technology to stay important, though I'm not actually that savvy about it. Something new and revolutionary comes up nearly every day. I am sure the train of innovation isn't going to stop here. The future will see more disruptive innovations revolutionizing more types of industries. Don't hesitate to drop a comment below whether you have something to add to the above mentioned inventions or in case you have other exciting technologies to share.
The entire world is now a sophisticated area, almost every device here may be connected wirelessly. We're at the start of a brand new age, the era referred to as 'The Internet of Things' by many, where the usage of technology is common far and wide. It is certain that all these wirelessly-interconnected devices that we use today are extremely advantageous to our everyday lives, certainly making the way we control the multiple tools that we use daily considerably more suitable. I thought it'd be interesting to dig out a few of the common myths and assumptions and let's see they hold some truths in them or if they're purely baseless since none of us can avoid the reality of living in a wireless world.
It is almost hopeless for all of us to escape from the electromagnetic wave that originates from our wireless devices unless you are dwelling in a remote rural area. Wi Fi technology is some thing that's found in almost every house these days. One question that's frequently raised is the health consequence of these wireless transmissions. A number of studies are carried out with some raising concerns about the carciogenic effect of these wireless transmission. There's no critical evidence to show that such wireless technology can influence our health in a negative way, but research and the studies viewing this continues. All the rumors have definitely made me paranoid about it, though I love my wireless gadgets and find it near impossible to do with the. For now, since I cannot completely be certain about this dilemma, I'll try maintaining my wireless devices some distance away from me when not in use.
In a merely a matter of few years, most of us have now changed to using smartphone. We have also become greatly attached and dependent on our phone. However, for men, cellphone use that is excessive might not be a great thing. It has been maintained by some folks that mobile phones could lead to male infertility. The justification behind this reasoning is reasonable and very easy. Seemingly when a cell is left in a pant pocket, the radiation emission interferes with the sperm, weakening or even killing them. Now, while it is a fact that prevention is better than cure, I am not fully convinced of this theory and consider it's a myth.
It's an undeniable truth that wireless technology is presently changing our very lives. But there are a few individuals who misunderstand the wireless technology entirely. I'm not a wireless pro and what I've discussed here is nothing more than my personal view on a subject matter that I think is intriguing. My hope is that from this easy discussion, you're definitely going to be able to separate myths and misconceptions from facts about wireless technology. And because my expertise in wireless technologies is a bit restricted, I could be incorrect about some of these dilemmas so feel free to share your ideas by dropping some comment below.
From all the various furniture possibilities, bean bag is probably one which is often less talked about. Choosing the right bean bag chairs and a beanbag couch can have a tremendous impact on your lifestyle in ways that you've never of that you and before. We regularly link furniture with all-wood pieces with vintage finishes, nearly infertile things that do not actually lead to our lives in any significant manner. What most people aren't aware of is that bean-bag as furniture choice, can add exceptional dynamic and they can inject fun into any area that's equipped with that. Here are several great means to integrate bean bag chairs and a beanbag sofa into your everyday life.
Among the best use of bean-bag chairs is during a film marathon. The delight and enjoyment which you get from watching great trilogy like Lord of the Rings can often be undermined by uncomfortable sitting posture. Then bean bag chairs would come in and many who purchased it for few hour-long film marathon would concur that there is no way a conventional couch can match the relaxation that the bean bag chair can offer. They totally conform to anybody's body shape which essentially acts like a mammoth glove that hold you comfortable as you sink yourself into it.
One of the biggest group of beanbag enthusiasts is one of the kids. Present any child with a bean-bag sofa and you'll be able to see the epinephrine-like excitement as they leap into it. Lots of children are in fact the biggest influencer as it pertains to bean bag purchase selection. One reason kids adore their bean bags is because they will have the freedom to transform it in to any contours they like. This single characteristic of bean bag makes it popular with kids particularly given the curious nature of children who tend to easily get bored with just one thing. As parents, you do not need to worry that the kids will have problems with fall and lumps because there's just no sharp edges in the first place.
Hmmm… Xmas is soon approaching…
The festive mood shall be here sooner than we have thought. I understand this is not the best economic time we are at, but I guess we all could still be forking out a bit to present gifts to our family members.
I consider myself fortunate since I am still in a position to afford several presents, although my budget has significantly shrink through the years.
But you know what? That is the trivial part. The more challenging part is in deciding on the best gifts for your loved ones.
I know the selections are endless but here are three things that top my list this season.
1. Google Chromecast
2. Smoothie blender (a Hamilton Beach will be cool)
3. Pod coffee machine (a DeLonghi would be nice)
Nearly every consumer product has a limited lifespan except for jewelry which only see its value growing with time. I discover the way the term jewelry has been used so broadly that in many cases, I would classify them as misuse. Historically, the materials utilized to make jewelry are limited to high quality and scarce earth elements like silver, gold and diamond. But in today's world where the market is being flooded by affordable products, bulk of the jewelries uncovered are imitation and one good example is the absolute number of fake diamond infinity pendant. I still refuse to call these low-priced imitations as jewelry that is actual although I am not a professional jeweler. I possess one of the best jewelry armoire and I actually don't think those cheap imitation deserves a place in my jewelry cupboard. There are really so many things about jewelry that can be fascinating and here are just a number of them.
Some people pick their jewelries based on nothing but their visual allure. Interestingly, jewelry has been utilized as amulet in certain portions of the planet and one good example is the elephant necklace pendant. However, as time passes by, many of such popular symbols have evolved and embraced by mainstream consumers. Most of these consumers are ignorant about the meaning as beauty and style are the sole things on their heads when they make their jewelry choice. As a result, if someone had purchased an infinity pendant necklace and you also ask them in regards to the meaning it signifies, more likely than not, they will not have the ability to provide you with the correct explanation. This is why even for allegedly religious or symbolic jewelry pieces like an infinity necklace, there exists broad selection of unique and stylish layouts.
From platinum to gold that is yellow. From black to pink diamond. From platinum to sterling silver. Numerous substances have nowadays been applied to make jewelry. The cost of a jewelry piece is establish by how scarce is the stuff used to assemble it. But you're making your jewelry purchase, you might want to look beyond cost and fashion. One matter that should not be taken too is our skin susceptibility which might be unique to each of us. For those with sensitive skin, such concern will be important when they are looking for say the best earrings for sensitive ears. For those with sensitive ears, there are specific earrings that could be trendy however they still need to prevent them just because undesireable effect will be caused by those earrings and can't be used after the purchase.
Purchasing jewelry is one matter and correctly storing it's another thing. You might have an alternative manner or custom of wearing your jewelry and that is why the best jewelry storage idea for me may not be the best for you. It would be those traditional jewelry armoires when there is one thing which has survived the test of time. Unfortunately, for those of us who are living in compact urban city where space is a luxurious, traditional jewelry cupboards may be too bulky. The other popular choice would be to go with wall-mounted jewelry armoire. But also you have tons of necklaces in your group and if you're a necklace lover, necklace holder will probably be the best choice for you. Jewelry tree and jewelry box may work equally well for some folks also. Based on these few examples alone, you can see it is your unique preference which will ascertain whichever is the best alternative for you and there are many jewelry storage ideas.
Jewelry has ever been one of the biggest element of the retail sector. Online shopping is increasingly popular especially among the millenial generation who does a large amount of their jewelry shopping online. Informed online shoppers are taking advantages of the convenience and lower prices that are usually offered by online jewelry retailers, while many people remain sceptical about purchasing jewelry online. It is not unusual for exactly the same evil eye necklace that's selling for hundreds of dollars in conventional brickandmortar jewelry retailers to be sold online for just half the cost. The same is true for jewelry armoire and with online shopping, you never have to be concerned about the shipping as shipping is normally free.
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It has been a little while since I have first considered of purchasing a coffee machine.
I've to confess picking between a French Press and a drip coffee brewer has not been an easy selection. I had to let my heart decide and I fell deeply in love with the drip-type of coffee brewer. However the best part must be my decision to opt for Hario.
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BETHESDA, MD -- In a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the popular dietary supplement combination of glucosamine plus chondroitin sulfate did not provide significant relief from osteoarthritis pain. However, a smaller subgroup of study participants with moderate-to-severe pain showed significant relief with the combined supplements.
The 4-year study, known as the Glucosamine/chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Trial (GAIT), was held at 16 sites across the United States. GAIT enrolled nearly 1,600 participants with documented osteoarthritis of the knee. Participants were randomly assigned to receive one of five treatments daily for 24 weeks: glucosamine alone (1500 mg), chondroitin sulfate alone (1200 mg), glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate combined (same doses), a placebo or celecoxib (200 mg). Celecoxib is an FDA-approved drug for the management of osteoarthritis pain and served as a positive control for the study. A positive response to treatment was defined as a 20 percent or greater reduction in pain at week 24 compared to the start of the study.
The researchers found that participants taking celecoxib experienced statistically significant pain relief, as expected, versus placebo -- about 70 percent of those taking celecoxib versus 60 percent taking placebo had a 20 percent or greater pain reduction. For all participants, there were no significant differences between the other treatments tested and placebo. However, for participants in the moderate-to-severe pain subgroup, glucosamine combined with chondroitin sulfate provided statistically significant pain relief compared to placebo -- about 79 percent in this group had a 20 percent or greater pain reduction compared to 54 percent for placebo. In the subgroup of participants with mild pain, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate together or alone did not provide statistically significant relief compared to placebo.
"More than 20 million Americans have osteoarthritis, making it a frequent cause of physical disability among adults," said Stephen I. Katz, M.D., Ph.D., National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases director. "We are excited to support studies looking at new treatment options that could improve the symptoms and quality of life of people with osteoarthritis."


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Presidents Day was almost a bad one for "A Good Day to Die Hard."
The fifth installment in the Bruce Willis action franchise narrowly won the holiday weekend at the box office, just stealing No. 1 from "Identity Thief," the Melissa McCarthy comedy holdover. The latest "Die Hard" flick collected a so-so $24.8 million over the weekend and has grossed a total of $37.5 million since debuting late Wednesday, according to estimates from distributor 20th Century Fox. After its robust opening last weekend, "Identity Thief" only saw its ticket sales tumble 32% to $23.4 million, raising its overall total to $75.2 million.
Heading into the weekend, pre-release audience polling suggested that "A Good Day to Die Hard" would gross as much as $55 million in its first five days in theaters. Fox predicted that the movie would collect a softer sum of around $40 million during that time period. Instead, the movie came in below everyone's predictions and was almost showed up by a far less expensive film, "Safe Haven." The Nicholas Sparks adaptation, which hit theaters on Valentine's Day, pocketed a surprisingly strong $34 million over the five-day holiday.
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The animated 3-D kids' movie "Escape From Planet Earth," meanwhile, sold a solid $21 million worth of tickets since debuting Friday. The weekend's remaining new release, "Beautiful Creatures," flopped. It was expected that the supernatural romance would gross upwards of $20 million between Thursday and Monday; instead, the movie collected just $11.5 million.
Overall, ticket sales were down 10% to $140 million compared with the same three-day period last year. It was also far short of the highest-grossing Presidents Day weekend in 2010, when the chick flick "Valentine's Day" led the box office to a whopping $239.3 million in receipts.
"A Good Day to Die Hard" came in about $10 million behind the fourth film in the series, "Live Free or Die Hard," which debuted with $33.4 million in June 2007. Still, the latest movie has a good shot at ultimately exceed the fourth's global take of $383.5 million. This weekend, the fifth "Die Hard" opened in 63 foreign markets and grossed $61.5 million. The film performed best in the United Kingdom, where it collected $7.6 million, and has yet to open in a handful of countries including China and France.
In the U.S., critics loathed the film, which follows Willis' John McClane as he heads to Russia to reunite with his CIA agent son (Jai Courtney). Those who saw the picture this weekend — 65% of whom were over the age of 25 — seemed to get what they were looking for, however, assigning the movie an average grade of B+. (That was the grade all of the weekend's new movies received, according to market research firm CinemaScore, except for "Beautiful Creatures," which got a B.)
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Willis, 57, has long been a reliable box-office draw when he appears in action movies. Even as part of ensemble films such as "The Expendables" and "Red," he has found success in the genre.
"I think he has had a nice balance or work outside of being a hard-core action guy, and that has proven his longevity," said Chris Aronson, president of domestic distribution for Fox, which financed the movie for $92 million. "Guys like Stallone and Schwarzenegger have been kind of one-trick ponies, but Bruce can be a chameleon."
"Safe Haven" was also critically panned, but that didn't matter to couples looking for a romantic movie to see on Valentine's Day. The film, about a young woman (Julianne Hough) who finds refuge from an abusive relationship with a widower (Josh Duhamel) in a quiet North Carolina town, cost Relativity Media about $28 million to produce.
While the Hough-Duhamel film couldn't top Sparks' February 2010 hit "Dear John," the author's eighth Hollywood adaptation will be yet another success story for the novelist. As expected, his latest movie did well largely because of the young women who flocked to see it: 71% of the opening weekend crowd was female, and 68% of the audience was under the age of 25.
"Nicholas Sparks definitely has a connection with that audience — he's got the secret formula," said Kyle Davies, Relativity's president of theatrical distribution, noting that the film did especially well in "the heartland" — cities like St. Louis, Oklahoma City and Nashville.
Though it is the subject of an ongoing lawsuit, "Escape From Planet Earth" managed to escape any drama at the box office this weekend. The film about two sibling aliens traveling to Earth, which includes celebrity voices including Jessica Alba and Jane Lynch, capitalized on the family audience at the box office. There hasn't been a kids movie in theaters since December, so it's likely that parents with children were eager to see a PG-rated film at the multiplex.
Meanwhile, the Weinstein Co. is still facing a lawsuit filed by writer-director Tony Leech and film producer Brian Inerfeld, who claim the studio's founders Bob and Harvey Weinstein "sabotaged" the movie.
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Indianapolis Opera Ensemble to Perform Tonight at Wabashby Karen Handley • April 27, 2005 Share:
The Indianapolis Opera Outreach Ensemble will present a concert in Salter Hall of the Fine Arts Center on Wednesday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m.
The Indianapolis Opera Young Artist Program takes opera education on the road throughout Indiana and neighboring states. Four young professional singers and a coach/accompanist are selected through national audition. This ensemble-in-residence logs nearly 10,000 miles annually, presenting a variety of programs to over 50,000 students and adults in their 22-week season.
Presenting nearly 10 shows weekly, these early-career singers hone critical professional skills. Members fill supporting roles in mainstage productions, receive vocal coaching from the Artistic Director, participate in classes with visiting mainstage artists and train in stage movement, combat, and scene study.
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Fall: March 1 [December 15 for international applicants]
Spring: December 1
[August 1 for international applicants]
Applications are processed as they arrive up to the deadline date.
Number Required: 2
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from evaluators who are able to provide insight into your abilities and talents, as well as comment on your aptitude for graduate study.
All applicants must present credentials that are the equivalent of the appropriate Bachelor of Music degree at Temple University, which is based on a curriculum of 124 to 135 hours.
A degree in music is expected.
The Statement of Goals should include your special interests within the discipline and expectations for the program.
Minimum TOEFL score or range of scores needed to be accepted:
575 paper-based, 233 computer-based, or 90 internet-based. Any students admitted with a TOEFL score below 600 on the paper-based, 250 on the computer-based, or 100 on the internet-based examination must pass an English skills course during their first semester at Temple University.
1. At least two movements from a Bach unaccompanied suite/sonata.
2. A movement from a Classical concerto or sonata.
3. A movement from a Romantic concerto, or a 19th or 20th century concert piece.
Applicants must arrange for an accompanist.
A resume is required.
Students who wish to transfer credit should speak with their academic advisor and obtain a transfer of credit form, available at www.temple.edu/grad/forms/documents/Transfer_Grad_Credit_05.pdf Transfer credits must be approved by the Advisor, the Department Chair, and the Associate Dean. The maximum number of credits a student may transfer is 6.
Due to the large number of applications for admission and the competitive nature of its music programs, the College admits only a portion of its applicants. In addition to the general admissions credentials required of all Temple University graduate applicants, Boyer College of Music specialized admission criteria (i.e., auditions, portfolios, interviews, recommendations, departmental term papers, and standardized examinations) are very heavily weighted in Boyer College of Music admission decisions. Graduate applicants may be rejected for admission for failing to obtain the required level of proficiency in any one area of the specialized admission criteria regardless of the level of success in meeting the Temple University general admission criteria. In addition to the level of success demonstrated in the above-mentioned criteria, a final admission factor is the College's Optimum Enrollment Policy. This Policy may preclude the admission of any student who meets the minimum requirements.
Number of Didactic Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 33
Required Courses (29 s.h.)
Music 456 (2) Advanced Orchestral Conducting
459 or 492 (3) Lower or Upper String Pedagogy
482 (2) String Major/Pedagogy
483 (2) String Major/Pedagogy
484 (2) String Major/Pedagogy
485 (2) String Major/Pedagogy
494 (2) Final Project: String Pedagogy
560 (4) Instrumental Ensemble
561 (2) Instrumental Ensemble
Music Education 683 (3) Music Learning Theory
Music Studies 700 (3) Research in Music
All string majors (except Guitar) at the master's degree level must perform in the university orchestra each semester they receive lessons.
Elective Courses (4 s.h.)
Select from Music, Music Education, Music Studies, or other graduate departments. Performance practice courses recommended. Advisor approval required.
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Diagnostic Entrance Examinations:
Harmony, Counterpoint, Aural Theory, and Music History. Taken before the first semester of graduate study. Remedial coursework may be required.
All entering Master of Music students are required to take Diagnostic Examinations in Harmony, Counterpoint, Aural Skills, and Music History prior to the first semester of graduate study. The purpose of these examinations is to determine weaknesses in undergraduate preparation.
Depending on the examination results, students may be required to take one or more remedial courses. In these instances, the remedial courses will be graded on a "Credit / No Credit" basis and the official university transcript will indicate "CR" (for "Credit", meaning that the deficiency has been satisfied) or "NC" (for "No Credit", meaning that the deficiency has not been satisfied). Students must have a "B-" or better average in any remedial course or section thereof to earn the grade of "Credit" and to satisfy the requirement. Students who earn a grade of "NC" (that is, having a class average below "B-") must retake that course or section until an average of "B-" or higher is achieved and a grade of "CR" is recorded on the official university transcript. Remedial courses are offered for undergraduate credit only, and may not count toward graduate degree requirements.
1. All entering MM students must take the harmony, counterpoint, and aural skills examination prior to the first semester of graduate study unless conditions for exemption have been met (see below). Students may take the test only once, and if they do not pass the test or any portion thereof, they must enroll in the remedial course(s) during their first semester of study.
Depending on which section(s) of the examination are failed, the examiners will stipulate which sections of remedial coursework the student must take. The courses are "Diatonic Harmony Review" (Music Studies 201), "Chromatic Harmony Review" (Music Studies 202), "Counterpoint Review" (Music Studies 203), and "Graduate Aural Theory Review " (Music Studies 204).
2. Music History
All entering MM students are required to take Diagnostic Examinations in Music History prior to registering for their first semester of graduate student, unless conditions for exemption have been met (see below). If the student is unsuccessful in passing any portion of the Music History examination, the student may select one of two options. (Option A): Register to take Music History Review (Music Studies 253 for 1 to 5 undergraduate credits, with 1 credit assigned to each of the following five periods: Renaissance, Baroque, Classic, Romantic, and Twentieth Century. Students may register for a maximum of 3 credits of Music History Review in any semester; thus, it is possible to extend the remediation over two semesters. (Option B): Students may study independently and retake the failed sections of the examination at the end of the first semester of study. Students may retake the examination only once, and if any section is failed a second time, they must take the assigned remedial sections in their second semester of study.
3. Conditions for Exemption
The requirement to take the Examination in any of these areas is waived only for graduates of the Boyer College of Music who:
1) matriculate and enroll in the semester immediately following completion of all undergraduate degree requirements, and
2) received grades of "B-" or better in every undergraduate course taken in each individual examination area to be waived.
Independent Study Courses:
Independent study courses provide a special opportunity for graduate students to work in a highly individualized setting with one or more faculty members. All such study must receive the approval of the faculty member providing the instruction, the students' major advisor, and the Associate Dean. Approval will be granted only after the student has presented a detailed description of the intended independent study project. Approval of independent study projects will be granted only for students whose academic and musical record provides substantial support for the benefits of this type of study. In no case may more than 20% of a graduate student's curriculum be taken as independent study. Private lessons beyond those required in the curriculum are not an appropriate form of independent study.
All incomplete grades and keyboard proficiencies must be completed by the 1st day of the month in which the student expects to graduate.
Except as noted, all degree credits are to be earned at Temple University.
Professional Development Policy:
All students in the Boyer College of Music, in addition to the required subjects toward their degrees, are obliged to serve in a number of capacities in order to enrich their academic and musical expertise. The Boyer College believes that such experiences give impetus to successful professional careers. Among the duties that may be required are conducting laboratory classes, tutoring, teaching private lessons, coaching, participating in the distribution and inventory control of University-owned musical instruments and instructional materials, participating in ensembles, accompanying, performing at admissions and open house events, supervising performance classes, and other academically related activities.
Graduate Private Lesson Policy:
Weekly one-hour private lessons are provided for all matriculated master's and doctoral performance majors in good standing, provided at least three additional credits of programmatically required graduate level study are taken simultaneously. A $150 per semester lesson fee (subject to change without notice) is charged for all private lessons. Tuition remission may not be used to cover the private lesson fee.
Performing Ensembles:
1. Touring-All students in touring performing ensembles are required to participate in all scheduled tours. These tours, usually one or two weeks in length, often take place immediately after termination of semesters. Students must arrange their schedules to accommodate this requirement.
2. Participation-Master's degree candidates in wind, brass, and percussion instruments must be available for ensemble assignments at the discretion of the Department Chair, including participation beyond curricular requirements.
3. Non-Credit Participation-With special permission, graduate students for whom there is no ensemble requirement, or where previous ensemble credits exceed the graduation requirement, may participate in choral and instrumental ensembles without cost, with prior permission from the ensemble director, the department chair, and the Associate Dean.
Acceptable English:
All students, including those for whom English is not the native language, are expected to present all written work in acceptable English. No double standard exists to differentiate students on the basis of proficiency in the use of the English language. Students are also responsible for becoming familiar with the College's statement on plagiarism and academic honesty.
1. Lessons: Private applied lessons beyond the four-semester requirement currently in effect for graduate performance students, may be extended only with the permission of the jury, department chair, and the Associate Dean or Dean of the Boyer College of Music. Tuition for these additional terms of private study (Recital Extension 300) will be the cost of two graduate credits plus a $400 Recital Extension fee. Graduate assistantships and other forms of university-sponsored financial aid do not cover the Recital Extension fee.
2. The degree status of students who are unable to present a recital after one semester of recital extension will be reviewed by the Associate Dean and the major advisor, who, in consultation with the major teacher and department, will determine whether or not the student may continue in the program. Inability to present the recital after one semester of Recital Extension may be grounds for dismissal from the degree program for failing to maintain reasonable academic progress.
Comprehensive Examination:
All candidates for the Master of Music degree are required to take a one-hour comprehensive examination in music literature and theory. A list of l00 musical works of the standard literature from the Middle Ages through the 20th century is available to the student when admitted to the College. It is suggested that this examination be taken in the penultimate term of study. The list is intended as an aid to preparation for the examination.
The examination is in three parts: identification of specific selections from a list of 100 works, identification of a "mystery" selection, and score analysis.
Students should plan to take the examination in the penultimate semester of study.
Members of the graduate music history and music theory department select the music scores and musical selections.
Two graduate faculty members grade the examination.
Students must pass all three sections. A score of 70% or better must be achieved in the identification section, and a "pass" or "weak pass" must be achieved in the "mystery" selection and the score analysis section.
The examination is administered approximately ten times each year. Students notify the music graduate secretary no later than one week prior to the requested examination administration date.
For examination dates, visit the Graduate Music Examination Schedule page on Boyer's website.
Final Pedagogy Project:
The final pedagogy project is based upon a subject determined with the major advisor, and should culminate in the presentation of a lecture/recital. The culminating presentation may vary, but may take the form of a lecture/recital, teaching demonstration, research paper, article, or method book.
Faculty members in the Department of Instrumental Ensembles grade the final project.
Dept. of Instrumental Studies
Boyer College of Music
and Dance
2001 North 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
James Short
Program Coordinator:
Professor Jeffrey Solow
Graduate Chairperson:
Professor Jeffrey Solow
Professor Jeffrey Solow
The Master of Music in String Pedagogy is for the graduate student who desires to concentrate on the pedagogy of stringed instruments.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 6 years
Students are required to complete the degree program through classes offered before and after 4:30 p.m. Students are also able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).
Dept. of Instrumental Studies
Boyer College of Music and Dance
2001 North 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Not applicable.
The Boyer College of Music has been ranked
among the top 30 music schools in the country
by U.S. News & World Report.
This degree program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
While private lessons and ensemble participation are required each semester, a major concentration of the curriculum is the study and practice of the teaching of stringed instruments. Included in this concentration are coursework and fieldwork through the College's preparatory division.
The program prepares musicians for either professional activity or doctoral study.
Non-matriculated students may enroll in selected courses in music with permission, but may not take applied lessons until they have been fully admitted and matriculated.
The Boyer College offers a number of assistantships and academic internships to matriculated graduate students. Full awards carry a cash stipend plus full tuition remission for the fall and spring semesters. Partial awards also are available in values of 1/4 or 1/2 of a full award. Duties for assistantships and internships vary, but typically include teaching, tutoring, classroom assistance, research, artistic performance, and/or direct service related to academic programs. Applicants must submit an assistantship/internship application by March 1 to obtain priority consideration for an award.
Applications are available online at the Graduate Financial Aid page of Boyer's website. Typically these awards are made only in the fall semester for up to two semesters, fall and spring. Awards may be renewed on an annual basis (typically up to one additional year for Master's students and up to three years for Doctoral students) based upon departmental needs as well as satisfactory academic and musical progress by the recipient.
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Johnson & Johnson <JNJ.N> reported sharply better-than-expected quarterly revenue and earnings, fueled by strong sales of newer prescription drugs, including its Olysio treatment for hepatitis C.
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The diversified healthcare company on Tuesday said it earned $4.33 billion, or $1.51 per share, in the second quarter. That compared with $3.83 billion, or $1.33 per share, in the year-earlier period, when the company took charges for litigation and an acquisition.
Excluding special items, J&J earned $1.66 per share. Analysts, on average, were expecting $1.55 per share, according to Thomson Reuters I/B/E/S.
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BANNER ELK, N.C. --- Senior Iesha Poindexter (Jetterville, Va.) set a new school record in the 100-meter dash, and Sarah Monday (Lexington, N.C.) placed second in the pole vault to lead the Lees-McRae College women's track and field team to a strong performance on the second day of the Conference Carolinas Outdoor Track and Field Championships on Saturday.
King College rallied to claim the team title, scoring 103 points on day two, as Queens University of Charlotte finished second with 113.50 points. Mount Olive College was third with 86 points, followed by Limestone College (82.50), Barton College (66), Lees-McRae (55), North Greenville University (45), and Belmont Abbey College (42).
Meagan Thornton (Millville, N.J.) scored her second straight podium in the 100-meter hurdles, finishing third with a time of 15.66 seconds. Poindexter followed in the 100-meter dash, placing third while setting a new school record in the event with a time of 12.43 seconds.
Thornton and Poindexter teamed with Monday and Jessica McEnaney (Cary, N.C.) to post a strong performance in the 4x100-meter relay, crossing the line with a time of 50.92 seconds to finish sixth. Monday and Taryn Moorhead (Deer Park, Wash.) claimed two of the three spots on the podium in the pole vault for the Bobcats, placing second and third, respectively, with marks of 2.60 and 2.45 meters.
Auburn Lowe (Swain County, N.C.) put together a season-best performance in the long jump, leaping to a campaign-long distance of 4.42 meters. Rachelle Cleveland (Moyock, N.C.) led the way for the Bobcats in the shot put, posting a mark of 10.78 meters to finish ninth, as Jamara Cook (Claremont, N.C.) and Kayla Frazier (Chesterfield, S.C.) claimed the 10th and 11th spots, respectively.
Cook paced the Bobcats in the discus throw, placing 10th with a season-best mark of 31.71 meters. The senior added a seventh-place performance in the hammer with a toss of 34.37 meters.
Curry opened the scoring for the Bobcats on Friday, clearing 1.55 meters with her final jump to sweep the high jump in both the indoor and outdoor season. Persephanie McRae (Brooklyn, N.Y.) gutted out a second-place performance, battling through injury and the weather to finish second with an identical mark of 1.55 meters.
Cleveland followed in the javelin, taking the conference title with a mark of 32.55 meters. Moorhead, Genay Miller (Woodstock, Ga.), and Frazier claimed the seven through nine spots with throws of 23.96, 23.75, and 22.77 meters, respectively.
Lees-McRae is expected to return 13 letter-winners from this year's squad, including rising seniors Curry, McRae, Moorhead, and Heather Peterman (Buford, Ga.).


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During a recent symposium on the Federal Reserve System, George Washington University announced that it would offer its first massive open online course (MOOC) on the same subject. The content will be based around a series of lectures given in spring 2012 at the university by Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke as well as former Chair Paul Volcker and interviews with scholars, policymakers, critics, and current and former Federal Reserve representatives.
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fedlawman Posts: 3,118I'm Brian and I've been around the Edmunds.com boards for a couple of years now (mostly in the SUV area until recently). I live and work in the Seattle area and have been a car enthusiast (and sometime autoXer) for most of my 30 something years.
I bought my Milano Red 6-speed last weekend (June 2nd) after my 3rd test drive.
I tested the 325i, G35, Saab 9-3, IS300, etc. several times over the last few months and ultimately, didn't feel that any of these machines had as complete a package as the TSX.
Sure, some were a little more stylish, and some were marginally quicker, but overall, the TSX had the best combination of performance, style, comfort, amenities, and value of them all...plus Honda quality and reliability.
My favorite things about the TSX?
Driving dynamics (precise gearbox, light accurate steering) and the cockpit (tan leather/wood trim, purple instruments, quality materials and switchgear).
This is one terrific car!
I am also the proud owner of a 2002 Buick Rendezvous, which is a comfortable and luxurious family hauler, but not the most thrilling driving machine. The TSX is the perfect 2nd car for me.0
geoscha Posts: 3...and this new TSX owners' board prompted me to join in. I picked up my black on black 6-speed (non-navi) on 5/31.
I too drove the 3-series, A4, G35, 9-3, and IS, and I agree that the TSX offered the best combination of quality, reliability, features, performance, and cost. And there's something to be said for its uniqueness; there aren't hundreds of them driving around (yet).
Just wanted to say thanks to all you posters for your opinions. The discussions on the TSX (and other Edmunds boards) were very helpful in my shopping and negotiations, and I got a great car for a great price.0
icstars Posts: 18I researched this purchase extensively. Some might say I tend to overdo things like this, but I'm so thrilled with my TSX that all the time and effort was well worth it.
I originally started looking at Camry, Accord, Altima...disheartened, I moved on to other areas of the car market, driving A4, 9-3 vector, WRX. I almost bought the vector before the TSX was available; I'm glad that didn't happen now.
After two test drives, I knew the TSX was the car for me. Stylish, unqiue, elegant, sporty and fuel efficient. I was thrilled to find a dealer that actually had six manual trans TSXs on the lot to compare.
I have a meteor silver (quartz interior) 6-speed with nav. The nav is quite useful. Having survived the first few weeks (during which it's easy to become momentarily engrossed with the screen instead of the road), I now pay no more attention to it while moving than any other control, and the world is a safer place ; )
I might have traded it in had I been offered a decent price (which no dealer came close), but I still own my 93 Jeep Wrangler 5-speed (stock I4 engine). I'll probably keep it for muddy outings to the state park with my dog and snowstorms.0
id888 Posts: 12but I don't care. My nighthawk black pearl/parchement TSX 6MT non-navi is a pleasure. After testing the A4 and 93 Arc, the TSX had the whole package for the best value.
It certainly has more pickup than the 1.8T Passat I am coming from.0
ben810 Posts: 3It was really tough to decide between the Black one and the Carbon Gray Pearl TSX. But, the fact that the dealer lied about the Black having a Navigation System made it an easy choice in the end. Here's a profile of my TSX!
My TSX:
-Carbon Gray Pearl Exterior
-Ebony Interior
-Navigation System
-Wheel locks
-All season floor mats
-Trunk tray
-Cargo net
That's it. Simple and clean. I've had my TSX for almost a week now and I still can't believe it's mine. I just filled up my first tank today... awww. Well, for all those who own a TSX, congratulations!0
aaaaaq Posts: 3picked up my car yesterday afternoon
Carbon Grey, Black interior, no nav, wheel locks, and mud guards...it's so cooooool
took it out for a spin last night (see how it looked at night)
three initial thoughts come to mind
- cool bright dash display
- strong headlights
- interior lights pop on when the car is unlocked
one question i do have. when i test drove the car the salesguy made this big deal about the extra stuff built into the undercarriage to curb road noise etc. I test drove on mostly side streets so i didn't hear much
when i drove it on the highway yesterday there seemed to be a good amount of hum or road noise...i need to listen to it some more to tell if it is continuous noise or if it comes in pulsating frequency
do others find this? do you think there is a chance that the mud guards are actually causing it?
xplorx4 Posts: 621Compared to the other 2 vehicles we own (93 Accord EX coupe, 97 Pathfinder LE), the TSX is the quietest. The road noise you're hearing is usually a combination of tire tread pattern and highway surface, not due to wind or drag. Some road surfaces are noisier than others. If the pitch of the humming noise increases or decreases, it's probably your tires, not the mud guards.
As for the undercarriage panelling, the salesguy was partially correct- a lot of it is designed to reduce drag and wind noise.
Check out this informative article (including a video) discussing the undercarriage design features of the TSX.0
pkrbkr Posts: 6I have a TSX automatic with Navi on order. Has any run their TSX on regular grade fuel? If so was there any engine knock or affect on performance?0
squirreljam Posts: 65I've not run my TSX on regular fuel, but the consensus on these boards seems to be that modern engines all have knock sensors that retard ignition timing as soon as they sense anything. As a result, you won't notice any knock, but you are likely to see a slight loss of performance.
Mileage may also be affected downward slightly; that is likely to wipe out any cost savings from the cheaper gas.
My take is - you're buying a great, fun to drive car, may as well get all the performance out of it that Honda designed into it. Next to the extra $ you are spending on the TSX compared to, say, an Accord, the premium gas shouldn't be a major expense.
uncledavid Posts: 548I did notice a drop in performance when I went down to 87 octance. When I go down to 89, I don't notice any loss of acceleration at all.0
combustible1 Posts: 264If I buy this car, that's what I would probably do, hoping that this would be a decent compromise.
yes, call me cheap.
I don't mind spending splurging on occasion, spending more money to get something better (TSX vs. Accord, for example), I just hate paying for ongoing higher costs, such as premium fuels.
notice any difference yet with mileage yet, uncledavid??0
subtone Posts: 16I did my second test drive tonight, I still love it! I think I can pick one up (without nav) for $25k + Tax & Tags... not bad?
This would be my first new car and the first car I ever spent more than $10k for (major purchase for me) is this car worth the $$, I was looking at used Accords V6 (1999-2001) for around $18k-$20k this would be a big step up financially I think I can do this car.
johnny420 Posts: 473I just picked up my 6 sp TSX on Tuesday, and I haven't stopped grinning yet!
It was also my first new car. I traded in a 2000 Accord V6, and while Accords are great cars, the TSX is a real step up, IMO.
The new Accords are outstanding vehicles, and I strongly considered one, but if you want a more enthusiast-oriented car, get the TSX.
$25K sounds like an excellent price. Just beware of the salesman trying to pad his profit with extraneous fees. Catching you on the backside, so to speak.
The TSX is an absolute blast to drive, and yet it still functions well as a daily driver. Extremely solid.
There. See how easy that was? ;-)0
william Posts: 5i got my tsx in january test drove alot of cars
new 04 models but was most impresed by the tsx.
its fun every day to drive it. It handels great and its got a good engine in it compared to other cars and a sleek look.0
Hi, my wife and I just got our TSX today. This is our first ever new car purchase and neither of us is at good at bargining (not even close). But thanks to all the posts and discussions on the board, we had a very good idea what to expect before contacting the dealerships. Our new TSX costs $25,050 (price + all fees) and we love every bit of it. (In fact we had another offer of $24,700 + $150 fees, but decided to pass on it because that dealer is a little farther - 50 miles versus 15 miles where we bought the car.) Thanks ALL for all the postings. They sure are very helpful.0
That is a really good price, makes me think I paid way too much for mine, and I only bought it one month ago. When you say all fees included, does that mean tax, title, and tags? Is the 25k the OTD price? I paid a little over 26k OTD! And where do u live, maybe that plays a factor in the price?
Dave: the 25k includes everything but not TAX. I did notice a big discussion in this forum about what OTD should include (tax or not), and I avoided using that term. (Our beloved Rhode Island charges 7% for tax, so go figure how much we paid for that!) Anyhow, a little over 26k OTD for you is a fantastic price, I would say.0
yes that makes much more sense, and i feel much better now, thanks for clarifying. and 7% is really high, wow!0
mlc Posts: 1hi bought my tsx from inskip two weeks ago.
paid 25.6 w/tax what acompany to do busines with!!! car is carbon w/ quartz . best car i ever drove. i tested rx-8 and 328 beamer. good luck w/ your car. ihave'nt seen another one since i bought mine0
phkck Posts: 185Dec 28th I made the purchase of an 05 Grey TSX 6MT non-navi.
My wife and I were looking for a third car to help reduce the number of miles we are putting on our Suburban (18K annual). My current ride is an 04 TL.
We looked at the New Beetle Convertible but scratched that off the list because our kids are 2 and 4 1/2. My wife pictured having to have the kids wear football helmets with eye protection just to be safe. Loaded as we wanted $29,500 MSRP!
So we looked at Saab. 9-5 out of our price range, 9-3 in our price range until you add any options. Plus, reliability was off putting for us.
SO, looked at competitive cars on edmunds.
TSX looked like the bargain of the decade.
Long story, but TSX is mine for commuting 58 miles a day and the wife gets the TL with Navi as the daily driver for the girls.
TL get to sit in inclemet weather (good thing as standard tires are not great in the snow).0
Cool! I think the car is a bargain too -- we paid $25K for our 5AT no-nav and it was a steal at that price. Very compelling choice compared to the Accord.
If Acura ever brings the wagon model to the US, I will strongly consider one. That would be sweet.
ceeece Posts: 14Hello everyone,
I bought my '04 satin silver TSX on Jan 1, 2005! It is a dealer used car that had 26,900 miles on it. It is automatic and has black leather interior and Nav. I paid $24,300 after trade in of my Mitsubishi Mirage. This is one sweet ride. I test drove a Honda Accord and Honda Accord V6. I felt the V6 was just a little too small and the Accord too big. This car fit me just right. I am a little nervous about upkeep because it seems like a lot (20,000 mi. tire change???!!) I wish I had found this message board first but I think I got the best vehicle regardless.0
pantji Posts: 13Just bought the 2005 TSX 6MT, No Nav, Silver with Quartz interior.
The overall impression; Car handles, feels like worth at least 10K dollars more than what it costs. Everything is so well though out. Styling, inside out is so much to the point and precise that even after 5 -6 years it will still look new...
Driving & other initial impressions; Very eager engine. You will be surprise how much power this engine can pack in just 2.4 Litres and with 4 cylinders. Power delivery is smooth in all the gears. Even on overpasses the 6th gear delivers with amazing grace. The raod feedback is precise, steering is tight and razor sharp. I have mostly driven my first 100 miles with VSA on. The transmission is a real gem. Seats are perfect for my height and built. I had read in one magazie review that all controls feel as if coated in vaseline; yes it is like that; the sound of door-closing, the door handle grip, the transmission gear changes, radio controls...list can go on.
The interior space is more than enough for 4 passengers. Actually it has 91 Cubic feet, same as a Pontiac Grand AM, a little more than the Benz C Class.
I have tested many cars including;
Audi A4: nice interior, but not so nice mechanically anymore. 3.0 litre is better but so much more money. 1.8T does not offer good power and tends to be noisey. Poor tranny compared to TSX, even the 6 speed that comes with Quattro.
ES330 (diffrent category however): Just like camry, found the tranny a little confusing.
Saab 93: A little more noise, less refined, not so much well put together, not so impressive - general interior in the base trim.
Acura TL: Liked the car with Auto tranny. The 6MT does not suit this car. Too much power for this front heavy design.
Infiniti G35: Very nice ride, not so great interior, uniques design (good or bad?). Can not get the 6Mt with AWD, and RWD is no choice for my geograohical area, so not a choice. This would still be my second choice even if prices were same for TSX and G35.
To sum up; Its a handsome car and perhaps the best Acura till date, be it craftsmanship / driving charactaristic / sportiness / fit and finish and the value as well.0
indydriver Posts: 620I appreciate your feedback, both initial driving impressions and comparos to other cars you shopped as I am a couple of months away from my decision. The TSX is my car of choice today. With time on my hands until I decide, naturally I am investigating other options. If I decide to spend more money on more power, I am inclined to go RWD with the G35. However, in my area, there is basically one Acura dealer and one Infinity dealer. Granted, I have been working the Acura dealer harder but he has responded with multiple test drives and the order of my spec car without a deposit. The I guys have been negligent in their inattention to my overtures. Puzzling really how they expect to actually sell cars. Maybe since they are a joint BMW/Infiniti dealer, they assume the world will come to them and pay list price. Not this buyer.0
napoleandyno Posts: 6I put a deposit down last night on an early 2004 tsx with 18,000 miles. silver w/black leather, 6MT, no nav. I'm up in montreal and paid $28,000 Cdn before taxes, which amounts to roughly $22,700 USD. as rare as new TSX's seem to be in these parts, cherry used ones are even rarer, so i'm pretty stoked on the deal.
I spent 4 months researching and driving cars, and it ended up being between this car, a 2003 audi a4 1.8t quattro and a loaded new mazda 3 sedan - i opted out of the audi because their spotty reliability record was too much of a detractor. the mazda 3, while not in the same class, held a lot of appeal for me, a single guy in his mid-20's. the car is fun to drive, fairly responsive, quite safe, stylish, and was generally a good value. but local mazda dealers' reluctance to deal on this very hot car made the price diff. between the mazda and acura about $4000 U.S., and when you factored in resale value, i was sold on the acura.
i also checked out the new vw jetta at the auto show, and while i'm sure the high performance gli version will rock, i found the exterior styling to be ugly, and the car would not come out until the fall anyway. I will look forward to posting on this board in the future - it definitely helped me out with my decision. enjoy your cars!0
Cool! I agree with your observations on the other cars 100%, by the way -- would have said the same exact things!
aquaticexplore Posts: 89Got my 6 speed white/black Oct 2003. No squeaks, rattles, or any other significant issue. Great interior, exterior, room is sufficient, and drive train excellent. Got back from Italy a few weeks ago and drove a Alfa sedan of approximatly the same size (156?). The Alfa probably cost 2x as much as the TSX, but is half the car. Only saw about 4 TSXs (Accords there) in italy, including the wagon. Might switch to the 2.2L diesel if they ever had enough insight to bring it over. We did a group purchase when the car came out - something like 10-16 of us in Toronto got ~2500 off MSRP at that time.0
mhix Posts: 1I know this group is all TSX, and i have been a honda guy for many years. I am looking to trade my 98 accord in on a TSX. I love this car but Im still in the porcess of checking a few out.
The legagy GT ''05 (not '04) (250 hp turbo) is sticking with me and giving the TSX a run for the money (moslty),
I especially loved the power and the AWD handling.. this thing is fast. more so that the TSX, not that it is a slouch either
Its Styling (other than the front) and options are not as good as the TSX.
Audi A4 $$$ too much, Altima (goofy interior), Jetta (blah), Mazda 6, nice but no GOTTA HAVE IT FACTOR.
just wondering if anyone else compared the two.. Road and track did and each auther picked one of the 2.. some help they were..0
bob67 Posts: 2I am trying to decide between an automatic or manual '05 tsx. The official rating is 29 v. 31 mpg highway for stick. Is this accurate and why the difference?
Are there any drawbacks (besides price) for nav? How accurate and reliable? What about a portable such as Garmin?
Need to decide quickly. Would appreciate hearing thoughts/experiences.
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January 30, 2010: Carla Overbeck, the former captain for the U.S. Women's Soccer Team, has signed a deal to become the first spokesperson for Instaflex, a joint-pain supplement. Financial terms were not revealed.
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