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BASE.INFO team has interviewed Daniel Polotsky the CEO of Coinflip project. We have asked the most topical questions to get acquainted with the project and to learn the future plans of the Coinflip team.
Please welcome, Daniel Polotsky.
Do you remember the day, when you and your team decided to launch this project? Can you tell us about it?
I remember using the first bitcoin ATM in Chicago, at Cassava in Wrigleyville. It was an awesome concept, but unfortunately that particular ATM was not very user-friendly. As a result, I went on localbitcoins.com and bought bitcoin via in-person meet up.
My trading partner and I were chatting, and decided that the ATM is a great idea because it automates the job of a local trader--one unit alone can perform hundreds of "meet ups" per month. It also helps onboard people to an unfamiliar technology using a convenient and super-familiar model. We put down our first ATM a few months later.
Could you briefly describe your project?
CoinFlip is a bitcoin ATM company that trades 6 different cryptocurrencies for cash and vice versa. We buy and sell bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, Dash, Tron, and Komodo at our kiosks. We have almost 120 ATMs across the United States, and also accept wire transfers/card purchases for those who do not live near a terminal.
Why it differs among the other cryptocurrency ideas? What main feature can be the significant one?
CoinFlip allows customers to conveniently purchase cryptocurrency directly without a bank account, and without waiting several months to be approved. We offer the lowest bitcoin ATM rates, we always pick up the phone, and registrations are typically approved in 5 minutes. Our company takes the complexity out of investing in cryptocurrency and noticeably speeds consumer adoption.
What are 3 main difficulties in running the cryptocurrency project?
1. Keeping up with the rapidly-changing bitcoin regulatory landscape,
2. Having the cash flow to support all of our ATMs,
3. Making sure even remote ATMs stay up over 95% of the time.
What about the legal restrictions? What are your thoughts on the subject?
We are a regulated MSB (Money Services Business) under FinCEN, and have also been cleared to do business in the states we currently operate in via regulatory approval or legal opinion.
Describe your team in a few sentences? What do you value in your colleagues?
The team is comprised mostly of people I knew well before CoinFlip, either through high school or work. Virtually everyone is super hungry, loyal, low-maintenance, and in their early-mid 20s.
Could you tell us about one error in project's development that provided a great lesson to your team?
We used a different ATM manufacturer when we first started called BitXATM, and it was a disaster from start to finish. We learned what to look for in a manufacturer and which features we would need in our ATMs to optimize the customer experience.
What are your thoughts about the future of the blockchain in the world? What industries will be influenced most of all?
The technology obviously has a lot of potential. Industries that I see being affected most are cloud storage, transportation, healthcare, prediction markets, and obviously currency.
Can you give a piece of advice to our readers?
Buy the dip.


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Jazz, a Louisiana Kitchen is one of the participating restaurants. The owner, Vic Allerd, visited Fox 4 Monday, Jan. 15 to share a recipe for the restaurants blacked chicken fettuccine alfredo.
Jazz has three locations around the metro.
Blackened Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
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1 lb chicken tenders (seasoned with Jazz Bon Ton Cajun Seasoning and prepared ahead of time)
1 qt heavy whipping cream
1 Tablespoon minced garlic
4 oz diced green onion or scallions (green part only)
1 Tablespoon Jazz Bon Ton Cajun Seasoning
8 oz Parmesan cheese
1 ½ lb fettuccine (cooked al dente)
Fettuccine Noodles
In a medium sauce pan, boil the fettuccine noodles in water and 1 Tablespoon of olive oil. Once you have the pasta is cooked to al dente, strain it and hold off to the side.
Chicken Tenders
Thoroughly coat the chicken tenders with olive oil or melted butter and generously season both sides with Jazz Bon Ton Cajun Seasoning. Place a cast iron skillet over medium heat and place the tenders into the skillet. Cook for four minutes on each side (or until completely cooked). Remove the chicken from skillet, dice them into half-inch cubes, and hold off to the side.
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In a 14 inch skillet over medium heat, add the diced chicken tenders, garlic, diced green onions, Bon Ton Seasoning, and heavy cream.
*Note: For spicier pasta, add Bon Ton Seasoning to taste, or cayenne pepper to this step. For a milder pasta, use less Bon Ton Seasoning.
Continue to cook the heavy cream until it is boiling in the center of the skillet, stirring occasionally. Once the cream is completely boiling, stir in the fettuccine noodles until the pasta is completely covered in sauce, and boil for another two minutes to raise the temperature of the pasta. Next, adjust the heat to low and add in the Parmesan cheese. Begin to turn the pasta over with a pair of tongs to completely incorporate the cheese.
*Note: For thicker pasta, add more cheese for the desired thickness.
Be careful not to overcook the dish once you add in the cheese as this may cause the sauce to "break" (a term used when the oil separates from the cheese). Plate and enjoy!
This dish is best served with French baguette so not to waste any of the sauce!
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Punk Slime Recordings are proud to present ShitKid and This Is It, which will be arriving on January 19 on limited edition vinyl and digitally. ShitKid is the project of Swedish artist Åsa Söderqvist, and This Is It is the follow-up to her acclaimed debut LP Fish which arrived earlier this year to praise from the likes of NPR, Noisey, i-D, The FADER, Bandcamp and many more.
ShitKid first appeared in the spring of 2016 with a self-titled debut EP and quickly rose to prominence as one of the most exciting new acts out of Scandinavia, with a unique DIY-edge and an unwillingness to conform to what an artist is supposed to be she's been hailed as an anti-pop star and an antidote to slick radio pop. After the success of the debut album and multiple tours around Europe, and slots at festivals like Roskilde, Way Out West, The Great Escape, ShitKid is now back with new music – her fourth collection of tracks in under two years.
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President Barry Glassner has been elected as a national delegate to the board of directors of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. Glassner's position gives Lewis & Clark a greater voice in setting national policy and legislative priorities for private higher education for the next three years.
"I am grateful to NAICU's members for this honor, and see it as further evidence of Lewis & Clark's growing recognition as a national leader," says Glassner. "I am proud to carry forward the innovative thinking and great work of everyone at our college, especially during this time of unfolding opportunities for private higher education."
Glassner is one of only four new national delegates. Eight presidents will hold regional seats. His three-year term began February 4, 2015.
Additionally, Glassner was invited to join the Higher Education Working Group on Global Issues, which is a joint initiative of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Forum for the Future of Higher Education. The group consists primarily of college and university presidents and chancellors. At the end of January, Glassner participated in the group's meeting in New York City.


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Whether it's customers or stakeholders, the key to keeping them coming back to your organization is to give them what they want and a little more, enabling you to consistently exceed their expectations. Organizations do exactly that when they commit to delivering superior digital corporate communications and investor relations (IR) content for their constituent stakeholders.
By all standards and metrics, a digital-first approach empowers your corporate communications and IR functions to exceed user expectations like never before, ensuring they come back to you again and again. Here are some of the most relevant benefits for companies who embrace a robust digital corporate communications strategy.
Accessibility and scalability of digital content
Last year, for the first time ever, mobile use of the internet exceeded desktop use, which means that people are accessing online content across a variety of portals — smartphones and tablets as well as laptops and desktops. A digital-first approach requires content to be optimized for consumption and use across each of those platforms. For example, some may be surprised to know that 51 percent of all videos are now viewed on a mobile device.
That means there's a lot of access overlap among viewers. So, digital content needs to address this diffused consumption, whether the content is for corporate communications or IR purposes. People want to access the information they want when they want it — and this is where digital content can deliver.
Increased shareability and amplification
There was a time when the corporate communications function relied almost exclusively on in-person press conferences, media releases faxed to newsrooms and letters to the editor, while the IR group depended on city-to-city analyst roadshows, quarterly earnings calls and published annual reports.
Nowadays, digital materials are infinitely scalable — a white paper, analyst report, press release, video snippet or any digitized collateral can instantly be shared globally with thousands or even millions of people across the world. All it takes is clicking "post" on social media or sending a message to an opt-in email list or an online news wire service. A multiplier effect can then occur, wherein individuals and influencers amplify the message across their own networks, which could result in content going viral.
Digital formats make it easier for stakeholders to share the content they want to share — where, when and how they want to.
Enhanced conversations with stakeholders
Before the internet facilitated the spread of digital content and social media engagement, stakeholders and customers had an arm's-length relationship with companies. There was no intuitive mechanism in place for bidirectional information exchange. Of the companies that could afford call centers for customer inquiries, many ultimately offshored that function to cheaper labor pools or installed glitchy interactive voice response systems that often spurred resentment rather than relationship.
A digital-first approach today, however, ensures direct interaction with stakeholders via text/instant messaging, Skype or online chat services. These web-based options provide immediate real-time engagement with relevant individuals in an unprecedented manner.
Improved search engine optimization (SEO)
Make no mistake: Search is still king when it comes to navigating the internet and having users locate your content. While Google will continue to adjust its search algorithm, it still rewards sites that have quality backlinks with high search rankings while punishing those that try to game the system. Securing high-quality placements of digital content on relevant web pages boosts both SEO and organic traffic to your own site.
Analog and print content simply can't do that.
Sustainable, engaging content
One of the beautiful things about digital content is its ability to be easily transformed and repurposed into a variety of different formats. Consider that an online webinar can be transcribed and converted into a series of blog posts or a byline article for a media publication. Or it can be repurposed into an infographic or an electronic detail aid. It can even be morphed into a brief animation and posted to YouTube.
The increasing importance of video content cannot be overstated. This is especially true when you consider that, according to a study by video creation site Animoto, four times as many consumers prefer watch a video about a product than read about it and that 25 percent of individuals actively lose interest in a company if it doesn't have video elements on its website.
Direct measure of impact and results
Department store magnate John Wanamaker is famously credited with saying, "Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted; the trouble is I don't know which half."
Unlike print materials, analog content or traditional marketing activities of the sort bemoaned by Wanamaker, digital materials provide precise and accurate metrics regarding their effectiveness. You can track the time spent on a particular web page, click-through rates for a blog post, an email's open rate, the number of views a video receives, the previous page an individual viewed before clicking to your site, how many customers downloaded a report — and so on.
Digital drives measurable insights regarding impact — and that drives understanding of what's important to your customers. Because knowing what your stakeholders prefer to consume enables you to give them what they want and then a bit more, to keep them coming back.
Repeat customers are the key to success, and a digital-first approach to corporate communications and IR content is a critical first step toward achieving that.


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Binary options trading: Volatility analysis in binary options trading
In binary options, when you trade an underlying asset such as a device, raw material, index or stock, you have to be aware of a major factor: volatility. It is very beneficial to analyze volatility before choosing the direction the asset will take and before you determine the ideal moment to trade.
What is volatility analysis? Volatility analysis involves determining the underlying asset's price variations by studying the daily fluctuations. Binary options volatility analysis helps you to choose the ideal moment to trade the asset and to determine market stability. There are two types of volatility: historical volatility and implicit volatility.
Historical volatility: Historical volatility, as the name suggests, is based on the underlying asset's price history. It is appropriate to analyze the past volatility of the asset price and to link it to previous economic and social events, political announcements, or announcements from a central bank governor. By consulting our economic calendar, you will see an historical analysis of an asset's pricing in order to determine the ideal moment to trade.
Implicit volatility: Implicit volatility is based upon personal feelings such as fear and greed when making a trading decision, as well as the volatility of the underlying asset in relation to supply and demand. It helps you anticipate the asset's volatility in the future over a predefined period of time. Technical analysis, most notably examining the Bollinger Bands, proves very useful when determining the direction of implicit volatility.


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Etravirine pharmacokinetics in HIV-infected pregnant women
Mulligan, N
Schalkwijk, S
Best, BM
Colbers, A
Wang, J
Capparelli, EV
Moltó, J
Stek, AM
Taylor, G
Smith, E
Tenorio, CH
Chakhtoura, N
van Kasteren, M
Fletcher, CV
Mirochnick, M
Burger, D
Antinori, A
Ende, IVD
Faetkenheuer, G
Giaquinto, C
Gilleece, Y
Gingelmaier, A
Haberl, A
Hawkins, D
Ivanovic, J
Kabeya, K
Lambert, J
Lyons, F
Nellen, J
Nicastri, E
Rockstroh, J
Schwarze-Zander, C
Ruiter, AD
Sadiq, T
Ven, AVD
Weizsäcker, K
Wood, C
Wyen, C
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UC San Diego Previously Published Works
© 2016 Mulligan, Schalkwijk, Best, Colbers, Wang, Capparelli, Moltó, Stek, Taylor, Smith, Hidalgo Tenorio, Chakhtoura, van Kasteren, Fletcher, Mirochnick, Burger and on behalf of the PANNA Network and the IMPAACT 1026s Study Teams. Background: The study goal was to describe etravirine pharmacokinetics during pregnancy and postpartum in HIV-infected women. Methods: IMPAACT P1026s and PANNA are on-going, non-randomized, open-label, parallel-group, multi-center phase-IV prospective studies in HIV-infected pregnant women. Intensive steady-state 12-h pharmacokinetic profiles were performed from 2nd trimester through postpartum. Etravirine was measured at two labs using validated ultra performance liquid chromatography (detection limits: 0.020 and 0.026 mcg/mL). Results: Fifteen women took etravirine 200 mg twice-daily. Etravirine AUC0-12 was higher in the 3rd trimester compared to paired postpartum data by 34% (median 8.3 vs. 5.3 mcg*h/mL, p = 0.068). Etravirine apparent oral clearance was significantly lower in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy compared to paired postpartum data by 52% (median 24 vs. 38 L/h, p = 0.025). The median ratio of cord blood to maternal plasma concentration at delivery was 0.52 (range: 0.19-4.25) and no perinatal transmission occurred. Conclusion: Etravirine apparent oral clearance is reduced and exposure increased during the third trimester of pregnancy. Based on prior dose-ranging and safety data, no dose adjustment is necessary for maternal health but the effects of etravirine in utero are unknown. Maternal health and infant outcomes should be closely monitored until further infant safety data are available. Clinical Trial registration: The IMPAACT protocol P1026s and PANNA study are registered at ClinicalTrials.gov under NCT00042289 and NCT00825929.
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Maraviroc Pharmacokinetics in HIV-1-Infected Pregnant Women
Colbers, A
Best, B
Schalkwijk, S
Wang, J
Stek, A
Hidalgo Tenorio, C
Hawkins, D
Taylor, G
Kreitchmann, R
Burchett, S
Haberl, A
Kabeya, K
Van Kasteren, M
Smith, E
Capparelli, E
Burger, D
Mirochnick, M
Van Der Ende, ME
Erasmus, M
Van Der Ven, AJAM
Nellen, J
Moltó, J
Nicastri, E
Giaquinto, C
Gingelmaier, A
Lyons, F
Lambert, J
Wyen, C
Faetkenheuer, G
Rockstroh, JK
Schwarze-Zander, C
Sadiq, ST
Gilleece, Y
Wood, C
Buschur, S
Jackson, C
Paul, M
Florez, C
Bryan, P
Stone, M
Katz, M
Auguste, R
Wiznia, A
Bruder, KL
Lewis, G
Casey, D
Losso, MH
Ivalo, SA
Hakim, A
Deveikis, A
Batra, J
Alvarez, JJ
Knapp, KM
Sublette, N
Wride, T
Febo, IL
Santos, R
Tamayo, V
et al.
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© The Author 2015. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the Infectious. Objective.To describe the pharmacokinetics of maraviroc in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected women during pregnancy and post partum. Methods.HIV-infected pregnant women receiving maraviroc as part of clinical care had intensive steady-state 12-hour pharmacokinetic profiles performed during the third trimester and ≥2 weeks after delivery. Cord blood samples and matching maternal blood samples were taken at delivery. The data were collected in 2 studies: P1026 (United States) and PANNA (Europe). Pharmacokinetic parameters were calculated. Results.Eighteen women were included in the analysis. Most women (12; 67%) received 150 mg of maraviroc twice daily with a protease inhibitor, 2 (11%) received 300 mg twice daily without a protease inhibitor, and 4 (22%) had an alternative regimen. The geometric mean ratios for third-trimester versus postpartum maraviroc were 0.72 (90% confidence interval,. 60-.88) for the area under the curve over a dosing interval (AUCtau) and 0.70 (0.58-0.85) for the maximum maraviroc concentration. Only 1 patient showed a trough concentration (Ctrough) below the suggested target of 50 ng/mL, both during pregnancy and post partum. The median ratio of maraviroc cord blood to maternal blood was 0.33 (range, 0.03-0.56). The viral load close to delivery was <50 copies/mL in 13 women (76%). All children were HIV negative at testing. Conclusions.Overall maraviroc exposure during pregnancy was decreased, with a reduction in AUCtauand maximum concentration of about 30%. Ctroughwas reduced by 15% but exceeded the minimum Ctroughtarget concentration. Therefore, the standard adult dose seems sufficient in pregnancy. Clinical Trials Registration.NCT00825929 and NCT000422890.


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Friday - March 24, 2017 2:41 am , Category : MADHYA PRADESH
Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah during Deliberations on Fee Hike
Bhopal: Minister for School Education Kunwar Vijay Shah said that the state government will enact law in the interest of common man keeping in view the fee hike and other issues in private schools. He told the administrators of the private schools not to let the noble work like education transforms into a business. Kunwar Shah was addressing the state level deliberations on fee hike and other issues held at Bhopal today. Secretary School Education Smt. Deepti Gour Mukherjee, Commissioner Public Instructions Neeraj Dubey and Administrators of private schools came from various districts of the state were present during the discussions.
Minister Kunwar Shah said that National Flag hoisting has been made mandatory in government schools to fortify feeling of patriotism among the children. He urged the administrators of the school to hoist national flag daily in their schools in presence of the children. Kunwar Shah further mentioned that rotation system has been implemented by him to give chance to the student to sit in front in turn. Moreover, he said that trend to give books as gifts also should be encouraged in schools.
Kunwar Shah said that there is an idea to prepare 5 slabs to determine fees in private schools. Schools will be placed in these slabs as per their status.
Deliberations on bus fee, mid day meal provided in private schools, process of distribution of books and uniforms took place in the meeting. He further told the administrators to hold parents meeting and bal-sabha regularly. He mentioned that teachers must provide information to the children before commencement of the classes about culture and rituals of the country necessarily.
Secretary School Education Smt. Deepti Gour Mukherjee said that C.B.S.E. pattern will be implemented in phase manner in the schools of the state from 2017-18. She told the administrators of the private schools to distribute certified N.C.E.R.T. books only. Commissioner Public Instructions Neeraj Dubey mentioned that deliberations will be held with private school operators twice a year to help private schools' operation as per the public ambitions.-WTN
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The long drive west is starting to become a habit! At least today we didn't go all the way to Cape St Vincent. Our target this morning was a vulture roost site in the Serra do Espinhaç o de Cã o. There had been reports of a possible Rüppell's Griffon in the area for a few days but last night the identification had been confirmed and the bird was reported to have gone to roost with about 100 Eurasian Griffons. Raptor passage and in particular the movements of vultures are being monitored in connection with a major wind farm development. The survey team are using radar to track the birds and so the directions to the lookout point were quite precise. We arrived there at about 8.30am.
We were quickly able to locate about 30 Eurasian Griffons sitting in the trees and we were expecting to wait until all the birds took to the air before we could look for the Rüppell's. Although a few Eurasians did get up for a brief fly around, remarkably we found the Rüppell's while it was still perched in a tree. It stood out amongst the Eurasians as being a very much darker individual and we believe it is probably a second year bird. Although the reference books tell us that Rüppell's Griffon is a non-migratory species that is a resident of sub-Saharan Africa, there have been quite a number of records in Iberia in recent years and we know that one was seen at Tarifa in Andalucí a last month.
Eventually, after an hour or so, most of the vultures got up and began soaring around the wind turbines. At this point it was easy to pick out two Egyptian Vultures by their much smaller size and distinctive shape but the light was awful and once it was airborne we didn't see the Rü ppell's again. The turbines are not yet operational but it was easy to see the potential here for the vultures to have some serious problems. Two of them were seen yesterday to collide with the turbine blades and there is little doubt that birds would have been killed if the blades had been rotating. There is a suggestion that in future the turbines will be switched off at raptor migration times but we have our doubts (to say the least!).
On the way back to Tavira we diverted to Lagoa dos Salgados for another look at the Spotted Crake (the Pectoral Sandpiper seems to have gone) and this time, although the light was still poor, we managed to get a photograph.
Another 'grey egret' here looked to us to possibly be a melanistic E. garzetta rather than a hybrid E. garzetta x E. gularis like the one seen earlier in the week. We photographed it alongside a Little Egret. It looks like one of those washing powder adverts - whose mother doesn't know about Persil?


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Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård has been named as the new principal conductor of the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. He takes up the role in September next year, succeeding Thierry Fischer, and in the meantime will hold the title of principal conductor designate.
Søndergård is currently principal conductor and musical adviser of the Norwegian Radio Orchestra. Recent recordings include Ruders's opera Kafka's Trial on Dacapo, as well violinist Vilde Frang's recent EMI release of Prokofiev and Sibelius concertos.
Søndergård made his BBC NOW debut in December 2009, which he recalls as "an amazing moment for me and I retain a vivid memory of the players' involvement and sheer enthusiasm from the very first note. It is encounters with such musicians, eager to join me in finding a common path to the heart of the music, which remind me why I love to make music."
Welsh audiences – and BBC Radio 3 listeners – can next hear the partnership perform this evening at Cardiff's Hoddinott Hall (Tuesday July 12). The programme includes Sibelius's En Saga, Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No 1 (with Baiba Skride as soloist) and Dvorák's Ninth Symphony.
The orchestra's director David Murray offered hints as to what repertoire the Søndergård/BBC NOW partnership might explore: "As a Dane, music from the Nordic countries has a special significance for Thomas, but his repertoire is very wide and this will translate into an enticing musical diet for our audiences."


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101 Goals #17 | Go Flat Water Kayaking
Back in January, Christian and I went to Naples, Florida to visit his dad. While we were there, we decided to head back down to the Everglades to do some exploring. We're both huge fans of national parks and checked out the southern and eastern sides of the park last time we were in Florida. This time we headed towards Everglade City and ended up in Big Cypress National Preserve.
Christian's dad and step mom suggested a flat water kayaking tour and after doing some reading we decided to check it out. Normally, we're not big on tours, but with my allergy to the cold (cold water included) and the fact that I'd never been in a kayak before, we thought it might be a good idea.
As usual, when we were down in Florida, they were having unusual weather. And by unusual, I mean it was 52 and cloudy on the day that we went flat water kayaking. Unfortunately, this means the alligators were content staying underneath the water and we only got to see a few babies. Kayaking through the mangroves was still really cool though and now that I know I can kayak without falling over, I'm looking forward to trying it out in other places.
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Each year the West Point Parents Club of MA honors each graduating Firstie from Massachusetts with a gift of an American flag that has been flown over the U.S. Capitol, and a 1oz silver American Eagle dollar that was minted at West Point during their year of graduation. The silver dollar has a special meaning for the graduates, as tradition dictates that they provide a silver dollar to the first person to render a salute to the new officer. The silver dollar that the parents club provides to the new second lieutenants are symbolic gestures. Hopefully, they will keep them as a memento — as they are worth much more than $1 in silver!
The silver dollar coins are available for purchase directly from the US Mint. If you are interested, the coins are available at www.usmint.gov. Some families have historically collected coins for each year that their cadet attends West Point.
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Nick down in the Vitale Digital Media Lab has written a great blog post on how to publish your document in one of the e-book formats so that people can read it on their Kindle, Nook, iPad or other e-reader. He addresses the issues of which software to use to convert your book to the proper format or to incorporate pictures and videos (It turns out that some of the software you may already be using–such as Apple's word processor, Pages–has e-book functionality built right in). He also provides links to several useful sites.
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Today, the National Association of Realtors has more than 1 million members. If the country slips into a real estate recession, 30 percent to 50 percent of those Realtors may be out of business soon.


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We are pleased to announce the launch of our events programme for Scottish Badger Week 2018. Running from Saturday 5th May - Sunday 13 May 2018, Scottish Badger Week aims to offer a range of opportunities to learn about, and get involved in protecting, this iconic and much-loved species.
In addition to our headline LAUNCH EVENT with renowned wildlife crime investigator Alan Stewart and Colin Smyth MSP (Species Champion for the badger) at Falls of Clyde on Saturday 5th May, there are lots fun & informative events happening across Scotland during Badger Week! From talks to sett surveys; trail camera expeditions to picnics; there's something for everyone!
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At the Paris Motor Show, the most important Europe's motor show of the year, the German premium automaker is going to demonstrate its latest models. The two world premieres will be BMW 2-Series Cabriolet and the enhanced BMW X6. The show will be opened for the public at the French capital from 4-19 October. Also BMW is going to display the new generation of four-cylinder diesel engines for the BMW 5 Series, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, an exclusive special edition of the BMW 7-Series luxury Sedan and many others.
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Covenant HealthCare Foundation awards scholarships to students
Covenant HealthCare Foundation offers scholarship opportunities to area students to help further their education. High school seniors from Saginaw, Bay, Tuscola, Arenac, Huron, Sanilac or Midland County pursuing an undergraduate degree in human medical sciences or a field directly related to health care are welcome to apply. Additional scholarships are available for current Covenant HealthCare employees and legal dependents of Covenant HealthCare employees.
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Diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates were established in July, 1979, and the Resident Mission was opened in Abu Dhabi on 19th July 1979, with a Charge d' Affairs as Head of Mission. Later in 1983, the Mission was upgraded to the Ambassadorial level.
The underlying principle for opening a resident Mission in 1979 was the presence of a large number of Sri Lankans working in UAE. At present, it is estimated that around 150,000 Sri Lankans are residing in UAE working in various sectors, including Banking & Finance, Information Technology, Engineering, Paramedics, Hospitality industry, constructions etc, while the majority is employed in the domestic sector. While focusing on labour with special emphasis on promoting bilateral trade, investments, tourism and financial sector co-operation are the key areas of interest.
The Consulate Office in Dubai was opened in August 1993, and it was upgraded to Consulate General Status in 1999. The Consulate General in Dubai is also primarily concerned with the welfare of a large number of Sri Lankans in Dubai and Northern Emirates, while promoting trade & investment opportunities, tourism and employment generation for Sri Lankans. The Tea Promotion Unit established at the Consulate is mandated to promote Ceylon Tea in UAE.
The bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and UAE are marked by warmth and cordiality. Both countries have entered into several bilateral agreements and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which include Agreement for Avoidance of Double Taxation and Prevention of Fiscal Evasion in 2003, Air Services Agreement between Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates in 2000, Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in the field of Manpower Recruitment in 2007, which are significant.
Former UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan visited Sri Lanka in 1976 as Head of the country's delegation for the NAM Summit, and His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksha, former President of Sri Lanka visited UAE in January 2014. The First Sri Lanka-UAE Joint Commission was held in Abu Dhabi in 2014.


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Title: Poison Study (Study #1)
Author: Maria V. Snyder
Genre: Young Adult | Fantasy | Romance
Publisher: Mira
Publication Date: March 1, 2007
Source: Purchased
Format: eBook
About to be executed for murder, Yelena is offered an extraordinary reprieve. She'll eat the best meals, have rooms in the palace—and risk assassination by anyone trying to kill the Commander of Ixia.
And so Yelena chooses to become a food taster. But the chief of security, leaving nothing to chance, deliberately feeds her Butterfly's Dust—and only by appearing for her daily antidote will she delay an agonizing death from the poison.
As Yelena tries to escape her new dilemma, disasters keep mounting. Rebels plot to seize Ixia and Yelena develops magical powers she can't control. Her life is threatened again and choices must be made. But this time the outcomes aren't so clear... (goodreads)
Poison Study is a fun ride with memorable characters and (actually) surprising twists!
Plot: I don't know why it took me so long to read this book. I mean, it's been on my nook for years and I've seen nothing but positive reviews for it. And now, I get it, guys. I finally get it. Poison Study starts off as a girl trying to avoid the noose and slowly unravels into a grand rebellion in which she must choose sides. Fair warning, Poison Study is a slower paced book (which I loved). Snyder takes a lot of time to set the scene and each scene does play a bigger role along the line. I will admit that some scenes were a bit melodramatic, but overall, I couldn't wait to find out what happened next!
Characters: The most remarkable thing about Poison Study is how Snyder writes her characters. They are deep, complex with dark pasts and loads of distrust. Yelena's background is extremely heartbreaking and Snyder did a wonderful job detailing how her fears and distrust stemmed from her past, and how she was able to grow from it.
The romance in Poison Study is also delicious because both characters have to learn to trust each other. The chemistry burned bright with these two and I would have given anything to see them share their undying love.
World Building: Ixia is so real to me that I can put it on a map. Poison Study deals a lot with the nation's history and how it put Ixia in a precarious situation. I was pretty invested in the characters and their political alliances so I can't wait to see how things unfold in future installments.
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Hi all,
I am unable to reach a particular website from my home computer. But its easily accessible from office computer. I have cleared the cache in the browser, tried to flush the dns cache using ipconfig /flushdns. Nothing helps. Ping / tracert says - "Request timed out". Any pointers? Thanks in advance.
Is it an intranet site? That would be the only reason for the block. What's the URL?
How do you know when a politician is lying? His mouth is moving.
its not an intranet. The url is www.onlinesbm.com with IP 18.104.22.168.
It works fine here. Do you have Norton Internet Security or some other garbage running on your machine? Have you tried a different machine at home or at least a different browser?
How do you know when a politician is lying? His mouth is moving.
I have Sophos antivirus. I tried disabling the firewall and reaching the website - doesnt work!
Next, i tried in a different browser, same computer - doesnt work.
Next, i tried in a different laptop - doesnt work.
If i try to login from office (same systems), it works absolutely fine.
Something wrong with the internet settings?
That points to your router or your ISP. I can't understand why either one of them would be blocking that site.
That's the contact info for that site. Open the web interface of your router. Make sure that nothing is blocking it there.
How do you know when a politician is lying? His mouth is moving.
The web interface for my router can be reached at 192.168.1.1, right? Can you please elaborate a bit more on how to achieve what you just said? I'm sorry, i did try a few things in the router settings, looking for something like 'blocked address' or the like, but no luck.
I really didn't expect any blocks by the router. The router & the ISP are really just long shots. Each router is different. Look at the DHCP list. See if there is anything listed as filtered or blocked.
I posted an email address & a phone # of the people who run the site. You might want to contact them.
How do you know when a politician is lying? His mouth is moving.


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Jan told me this…….
A recently graduated teacher asked her young class what they wanted when they grew up.
A small girl down the back called out "My mum said I should have four animals"
"Really" said the teacher. "What four animals?"
A mink….. on my back
A jaguar….. in the garage
A tiger…… in bed
A jackass….. to pay for it
Hummm…..Well I know I'm not a mink or a jaguar…. so I guess I'm the tiger!
Oh… but now I've really screwed up on the latest project so perhaps I'm actually the jackass
The Li-ion cells in my Aldi drill battery have failed. Well strictly speaking it's likely only one of the cells has failed. However in order to rectify the situation I need to pull the battery apart and test each cell.
Above is the BMS (battery management system) printed circuit board with the four cells underneath.
Turn it over and you see this.
The cell pos and neg terminals are spot welded rather than soldered. I have to break the welds to remove the cells.
The individual cells need to be tested and to do that I have to solder a short length of copper wire to the pos and neg terminals.
But in removing the cells three of them had their insulated exterior sleeving damaged. Without the sleeve they look like this
If I don't re-sleeve them they could easily short circuit and catch fire. Fortunately I had some heat shrink sleeving the right diameter.
Once the copper wire is soldered to the terminals I can test them to identify any defective cells.
Fortunately I already have four tested cells and decided to use them. The original cells are rated at 1500mAh and my replacement cells have a tested rating of 2900mAh. The new cells should therefore have twice the life and the battery should last twice the usual time.
The new cells were fitted and connections soldered before reassembling the battery. it then went on the charger until the green LED illuminated. But the drill wouldn't work. <sigh> That meant I had to disassemble the battery, whereupon I realised I'd fitted one of the cells the wrong way around. I've probably destroyed all the cells and (perhaps) the BMS. Damned Fool!!!
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I bought this for my 10 month old, I wanted her to have a t shirt and it is a little baggy (in a cute oversized t shirt way) but she will be able to wear it next year too! this Tshirt is such great quality and I love the S&G logo on the back too!


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3 Homemade Cleaners using Orange Essential Oil
Orange essential oil has a wonderfully cheerful scent that's refreshing and uplifting.
I love including orange essential oil in my homemade cleaning recipes because of the scent, but it also helps boost the cleaning power of my DIY cleaners.
Here are three easy homemade cleaners you can make with orange essential oil.
Note: to make these I use sweet orange essential oil, not bitter orange essential oil. It could be replaced with mandarin or tangerine essential oil, if desired.
All-purpose Cleaner
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon natural dish soap
- 15 drops orange or lemon essential oil
Pour into a large spray bottle. Cap and shake to blend.
Cinnamon-Orange Sink Scrubber
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 4 drops sweet orange essential oil
Mix all ingredients and pour into an airtight container.
To use: Sprinkle a few tablespoons of the mixture into the sink and use the scrubby side of a sponge to
Citrus Carpet Deodorizer
- 1 cup baking soda
- 10 drops orange essential oil
- 5 drops lemon essential oil
Combine all ingredients and sprinkle lightly over carpets. You may not need all the mixture, depending on the size of the area over which you intend to use it.
Let mixture sit on carpet for at least an hour. Vacuum thoroughly.
Bonus Tip:
Add a fresh scent to the bathroom by placing 5-10 drops of orange essential oil on a cotton ball and placing inside the toilet roll.
My favorite place to buy Orange Essential oil is Rocky Mountain Oils.
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Learn about all the Azure Virtual Machine Scale Set improvements announced at Microsoft Ignite
Earlier last week Microsoft announced the public preview of the VM Instance Metadata service. This service allows you to query information about a VM, from inside the VM itself, it's something that has been available on AWS for a long time and has some really interesting uses for users or code runni
I've seen quite a few forum posts of late asking something along the lines of "Why can't I create A series VM's any more" so I thought it worth a quick post to detail what's up and how to fix it. The problem here is that if you use the Azure portal to create a VM and use the defaults provided, when
At this weeks Ignite conference we've seen a number of new VM sizes either be announced or hinted at during the sessions. Here's a quick update on the new machine types: H Series Designed for High Performance Computing (HPC), the H series VM's are available in public preview in the South Central US


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|Ring UI Adds Light And Dark Support
|Written by Kay Ewbank
|Friday, 09 November 2018
There's an updated version of the Ring UI controls for use when building web applications in JetBrains. The updated version handles light and dark environments as well as supporting CSS properties and modules.
Three new components have been added to the new version. There's a message component that shows a modeless dialog with a message and action to dismiss; a collection of tabs; and Toggle, an on/off toggle button that can be displayed in a number of ways:
The changes to the new version start with the visual language used to define the components. The developers say it has been completely re-implemented to make it clean and modern. More importantly, many of the components now also have a theme property that toggles the component's appearance to work better with dark and light backgrounds.
The components have also been made to consistently use CSS custom properties to specify their colors, fonts, and other parameters. This lets you change the appearance of components on the fly in modern browsers (outdated browsers use default values). The use of colors has also been improved, so you can use colors from Ring UI in your apps to produce a consistent UI.
The final change to the library is a move to Babel 7 and support for its new features. This means that if you don't need to support outdated browsers, you can use browserlist to specify which browsers to support. This can help reduce the size of the final application code and simplify debugging.
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It has been 27 years since the inception of the field of evolutionary psychology marked by the publication of Jerome Barkow, Leda Cosmides, and John Tooby's The Adapted Mind. Although some might argue that the foundations of evolutionary psychology go much deeper with the publication of EO Wilson's Sociobiology: The New Synthesis in 1975 (and yet others like Steven Pinker will go much, much deeper to George Williams' Adaptation and Natural Selection in 1966), really the theoretical foundations of evolutionary psychology in its modern incarnation were laid out in The Adapted Mind. Since then, evolutionary psychology (or EP, for short) has been through its own series of trials and tribulations as it has fought to advance itself as a legitimate field of inquiry.
Scientific Credit
For anyone who hasn't seen the first ever picture taken of a black hole here it is. The image was assembled five days ago using data from a global telescope array that collected around 5 petabytes of data (1 million gigabytes) which was then compiled using this vast amount of data to give you the image you see here, now on my blog.
But I haven't come here to discuss the implications of the black hole or the methods used to give us this image of a collapsed star located 55 million light years away from the nearest Krispy Kreme. Rather, I want to talk a little more about the process of science and the way things work now. Continue reading "Scientific Credit"
The Best Things Marxism Brought, Part I: Early Anthropology and Franz Boas (1858-1942)
The topic of Marxism in academia is hot, as it has been since The Communist Manifesto hit the presses more than 150 years ago in 1848. I've been reflecting on the prevalence of postmodern approaches in anthropology for a while, a topic which is especially more relevant now that more and more people are discussing them after hearing more publicly its criticisms by social science popularizers like Jordan Peterson. Continue reading "The Best Things Marxism Brought, Part I: Early Anthropology and Franz Boas (1858-1942)"
Anthropological Theory
I think it's safe to say that a lot of people have issues with Marshall Sahlins. From his anti-sociobiology standpoint and disagreements with Napoleon Chagnon on the matter which lead to Sahlins' resignation from the National Academy of Science six years ago to his complaints about the degradation of anthropology as a discipline through its rejections of its roots two years ago, Sahlins has been a disliked figure on both sides of the science wars.


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There's an essence that is one of the most precious in the universe.
An element that's becoming increasingly rare.
A fleeting bit of childhood that slips through adult fingers almost without fail.
A shining bit of quicksilver undervalued and dismissed although it glints precious, almost extinct, right at your fingertips.
What is this treasure, you may ask?
Yes, wonder–that thing that you were born with and have somehow lost along the way. That thing that sly time and this overrated experience called "growing up" have begun to strip from you.
And I'm telling you, no, begging you–hold on for dear life. Yes, for your very life, reader–for life is much, much dimmer and dingier without wonder.
If you want to see what you once were, look at a child. Really look. Listen. Feel. Learn to recognize that thing that lights up their eyes when they gently cup the velvet petals of a white and yellow wildflower in their small fingers. That thing that bubbles up in their laugh when they fly through the air on a tree swing, eyes closed, arms outstretched to embrace the breeze. That thing that inhabits their voice when they bury their nose in the new spring grass and say, "It smells green," or when they reach their hands up to the sky as if their fingers could graze the white, fluffy clouds and say, "They're so soft."
Next time you watch a child, don't dismiss their antics as "childishness." Instead try to see the world through their eyes. Become like a child again. Try to rediscover…
The story in a strain of wordless music. The way a book can make your heart beat faster. How a picture can take your breath away. The excitement and eagerness and the dash of danger that floods you when you stand beneath the ocean waves. The wildness that overtakes you when you sprint, barefoot, along the deserted shore. The way the soaring of a hawk can lift your heart with it. The way the feel of grass under your bare feet or the wriggle of a newly unearthed worm can make you giggle. How a hug can be the safest place in the world. How joy can be a whole-body experience, not just a thought. How wonder can imbue your life with color again.
Take nothing for granted. Seek out every little beauty, for there is beauty in everything. Wonder is hidden in plentiful pockets and caches for the open-hearted treasure hunter, if we will only seek. And this lifelong search just keeps on giving.
Will you become a seeker?


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Okay this took a little time but I finally settled on a RTW watch. After watching countless videos and purchasing one watch on Amazon and returning it, I chose the Casio Men's SGW100-1V Digital Compass Twin Sensor Sport Watch. It arrived yesterday and I'm very happy with my selection! To me, finding the perfect watch seemed important. There are lot of choices out there ranging from size, features, and flashiness. I really didn't want something that I would be worried about or would attract unwanted petty criminal attention. If I lose it or something happens, I'm not worried. I figured that having a watch is a necessity when trying to catch a train or when the cell phone is out or batteries.
The criteria I used when searching for a travel watch.
- Cheap and doesn't draw attention
- Easy to read the time
- Digital
- Waterproof to 200M for scuba diving.
The features that I loved.
- World Time -I can see what time it is back home while traveling with a touch of the button.
- Compass
- Temperature
- Alarm
- Stop Watch
- Calendar
- Waterproof up to 600 feet.
- Fits the wrist perfect. I wanted something I could fit a long sleeve shirt over and didn't feel like I was lugging a wrist satellite around. Those G-shocks are ridiculous.
- Color – Black and silver. Can fit many different situation.


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ICYMI: The 2018 ACM Awards
Photo credit: Flickr user Gage Skidmore
At this weekend's ACM Awards, it seemed that the women of country music are ready to take back the country music community! Miranda Lambert became the most awarded musician in ACM history, Carrie Underwood made her return to the stage and Reba teamed up with Kelly Clarkson to bring fans back to the early 90's.
Reba also replaced the former hosts, Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley. She joked that the team behind the ACMs finally figured out that it "only takes one woman to do the work of two men."
This was the first time a lot of these artists have returned to Vegas since the Route 91 Harvest Festival attack, so it was also a night of healing for many fans and artists. Florida Georgia Line's Brian Kelley had a view of the site from his hotel room and shared his thoughts with fans on Instagram.
Had no idea this was gonna be our view for a couple days here in Vegas for the acms but I'm glad it was. To be honest when I first opened the curtains it actually took my breath away. It made it more real than ever. Every day I've taken some time a couple times a day to pray over this lot, the lost, and all of the families and fans effected by this terrible act. I'm learning in my life it's better to face the uncomfortable, the fear, the crazy, head on. To all of those still living with the memories, injuries, and emotional trauma of that night we want you to know we love you and you are not forgotten. Today we honor you by wearing an 851 pin. Let's shine brighter than ever, for only light can drive out darkness. #851 #route91harvest #vegasstrong
Carrie Underwood returned to the stage for the first time since she fell and needed at least 40 stitches and surgery on her wrist. She warned fans that she may look a little different but there was no mistaking her beauty during her performance of her new single, 'Cry Pretty'.
In case you missed it, here's the full list of winners:
Entertainer of the Year: Jason Aldean
Female Vocalist: Miranda Lambert
Male Vocalist: Chris Stapleton
Vocal Group: Old Dominion
Vocal Duo: Brothers Osborne
Song of the Year: "Tin Man," Miranda Lambert(Songwriters: Lambert, Jack Ingram and Jon Randall)
Album of the Year: From A Room: Volume 1, Chris Stapleton (Producers: Stapleton and Dave Cobb)
Video of the Year: "It Ain't My Fault" by Brothers Osborne
Single Record of the Year: "Body Like a Back Road," Sam Hunt (Songwriters: Hunt, Zach Crowell, Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne)
Vocal Event of the Year: "The Fighter," Keith Urban featuring Carrie Underwood
(Producers: Busbee and Urban)
Songwriter of the Year: Rhett Akins
Weeks before the award show, Lauren Alaina received the award for New Female Vocalist, while Brett Young won New Male Vocalist and Midland was awarded New Vocal Duo or Group.
Congratulations to all of the nominees and winners! Stay tuned to Thunder106 for all of the hottest country music and news!


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All too often, potential car buyers find themselves swept off their feet by useless accessories or expensive trim options. Most consumers—particularly in the US—tend to jump for the first car they see with a set of fancy rims and leather seats. There's something about that shiny-looking luxury trim that many buyers just can't walk away from.
However, this is exactly the mindset that keeps many car owners in debt after buying a vehicle that simply isn't worth it. Money aside, these vehicles are usually missing one important ingredient: power. It may not be any more of a necessity than a touchscreen or seat heaters, but some beef under the hood will make your car exponentially more exciting.
How can anyone really afford to buy a supercar or luxury sports car, though? Well, you no longer have to face constant disappointment if you desire that horsepower but also happen to work a nine-to-five and have a small family. There are a number of compacts and SUVs that are quicker than the status quo. Sure, none will qualify as a supercar, but you can certainly get a good amount of horsepower out of many sleepers without the pretentious bells and whistles of a Lamborghini (or the excessive bills, for that matter).
While most sleeper cars aren't the most gorgeous cars that you can purchase, they typically have a decent body—or at least a plain one that can be easily upgraded with aftermarket parts—so you're sacrificing neither your wallet nor your dignity to get some real horsepower.
If you're into sleepers, then Rover is probably up there with Buick and other undesirable makes that don't typically appeal to younger generations. Rover may not be 'cool' but the Tomcat is one of the best models to ever leave the assembly line. The interior may look like someone built a cheap Honda knockoff and attempted to use wood grain trim to spruce it up but if glam isn't what you're after then the 220 coupe could be one of the most pleasing investments you'll make. Who can really hate 150 horsepower and zero-to-sixty to 6.5? It may not be a Lambo but it has a price tag that beats just about any other coupe, powerful or not.
Some thrifty shoppers want to have their cake and eat it, too, and sheer power is simply not enough. The Volvo S80 is the answer to all of these aesthetic concerns that potential buyers may have; it has a spacious cabin with leather upholstery and a relatively nice style. On the more mechanical end of things, the S80 is far from disappointing. During its production, there were 12 varieties of engines to choose from, but the twin-turbo six-cylinder is what we're really after. It has 268 horsepower, which isn't record-breaking, but it's hard to argue against when some sellers are only asking for $2,000.
We couldn't close off this list without at least mentioning the Marauder. It's no secret that the Mercury Marauder is one of the best values among sleepers, particularly because it happens to have a comfortable interior that has plenty of space to spare in its huge interior. But what really draws attention to the Marauder are its specs; it has a generous engine creating 302 horsepower and 318 pound-feet of torque. It is, by no means, a sports car, but this sedan is the perfect balance between comfort and power. It's a great sleeper that will loyally carry you wherever you'd like…in a faster fashion than most.
The ugly four-door cousin of the GTO, the Grand Prix GXP is another of the Pontiac models that has some unexpected power under the hood. Its 303 horsepower says a lot, but the 323 pound-feet of torque in this little car sound even more desirable. The Grand Prix GXP is a fun little ride that can carry a generous amount of cargo. Since the make was axed a few years back, the prices for these speedy sedans has become even more affordable for just about anyone. This isn't all that surprising since so many of these old Pontiacs are spotted practically everywhere in the US, today.
The Neon is one of the most notorious Dodge cars to have ever been made. While the general opinion of the Neon isn't exactly flattering, it's not all bad. There's a little-known variant in the Neon lineup, though: the SRT4. In 2003, it was the hottest car that Dodge was producing and 215 horsepower allowed it to reach zero-to-sixty in 5.6 seconds. Despite having a reputation for being one of the less reliable sedans in the Dodge fleet, a well-maintained SRT4 can have some longevity nonetheless. Since it was discontinued after only two years of production, it can be a little challenging to find, which is why it sits above the $5,000 mark.
Whenever someone hears word about the GTO, the mind often imagines the famed late-60s model that many of us know very well. Yet, this wasn't necessarily the fastest car in the world. In fact, the 2006 model year had a little more pep in its step with a whopping 400 horsepower (for LS2 models). It's not stylish or anything special on the outside; it actually resembles many of Chevrolet's easy-going family sedans that never left much of an impression on anyone. Even if the exterior has severely downplayed this last-gen GTO, the engine isn't a force to be reckoned with. The top speed ranges from 160-180 miles per hour (depending on whether or not there is a limiter) and it can reach 60 mph in 4.8 seconds.
The early years of the Impreza weren't always pretty (for the exterior design, anyway), but the models were certainly performance-packed. No matter what the mainstream may claim, the STI model isn't a massive step up from the basic WRX. The horsepower can range anywhere from 227 to 265, depending on the limiter and the country where the model was released. By contrast, the STI has 276 to 375 horsepower—obviously, this also depends on the model year. In other words, you can break the bank shoveling out cash for an STI or you can buy a used WRX that has minor flaws and upgrade the mechanicals to bring it up to speed with its big brother.
The Volkswagen Golf GTI isn't going to win any awards for its looks. In fact, at first glance, it seems like it would only serve the purpose of commuting to work. But that's the beauty of the GTI; you can actually use it for practical purposes without having to completely sacrifice all of the horsepower that you desire (well, maybe not all of it). Since it's a hot hatch, it has ample space for groceries or an obnoxious sub, but it can still pump out over 200 horsepower, which isn't too shabby, but it leaves some room for improvement for those interested in a cheaper project car.
Unlike many of other unobtrusive models on this list, the Volvo S60 R runs on a five-cylinder engine. Yet it still manages to pump out 300 horsepower and it even has 295 pound-feet of torque. With a luxury feel that defines the Volvo name, it's hard to beat a car that comes at such a low cost. There's ample space for passengers, comfortable seats, and the accessories aren't entirely obsolete. The only downside to the S60 R is its turbo lag, as it's not exactly a race-ready car. But anyone who's looking into investing a sleeper this cheap is likely in search of a low-cost car that doesn't completely fall behind a Prius or is an amateur mechanic that wants to put their own work into it. Either route would make this a great selection.
Among the sea of bland compact cars, the Honda Civic is easy to overlook. It's not particularly inviting but it's also not the ugliest car on the lot, either. The Civic has maintained a sweet spot in the middle of the compact industry and one of its best-kept secrets has been the Si. If you're not an avid enthusiast, then you may have no knowledge of the pumped-up Civic that contains an i-VTEC engine beneath that unassuming hood. It has 200 horsepower and an 8,000 rpm redline, which isn't going to beat any records, but it will definitely beat the boring compacts on the road in your daily commute.
Generally, the older S4 is considered to be a little bland in its styling, but many Audi fanatics love the plain, boxy exterior. Many owners became converted to Audi once they realized that you don't have the latest and greatest S4 to get 340 horsepower. Just search for a 2004 model! What's nice about these aged iterations is the fact that many also have manual gearboxes and even a hatchback; there's a flavor of S4 out there for just about anyone. The best part? It comes at a cost just below $10,000 and can even be found for less than $7,000 if you're willing to spend the time and effort finding it and maybe even cleaning it up a bit. For many, the tradeoff is completely worth it.
If you can get over its 'girl car' reputation, the Volkswagen Jetta is actually a pretty peppy compact that has plenty of years of life ahead of it. Its lightweight body isn't just a stylish design choice, it also plays an important role in the speed of the car. The turbocharged 2.5-liter engine packs a punch and offers 200 horses of pure joy. Driving around in a car with a renowned emblem and an unimaginable aftermarket selection is just a couple of the benefits of going team Jetta. There's also that standard VW comfort and the designers even squeezed in a liberal amount of trunk space.
If there's any car that has a laughable reputation to overcome, it's the Fiesta. After several years of cringe-evoking body styles, Ford eventually got it right (somewhat) by the time the the latest models rolled around. The ST model is the high-performance edition of the Fiesta lineup. This front-wheel-drive compact may not be the most intimidating sleeper, but it has about 200 horsepower and 202 pound-feet of torque so it packs a pretty sweet punch for a hot hatch. And with specs like those, you're getting a near-new car that you can get your hands on for under $10,000, which is not a bad deal.
Among all of the sleepers that we're going to mention, the Forester is one of the least expected. It's not exactly common to find a turbocharged family SUV that doesn't look half-bad, either. The engine in the Forester is similar to the one found in the WRX STI, except it's an all-wheel-drive family hauler with 224 horsepower and 226 pound-feet of torque. Considering that it's got a lot going for itself, the Forester 2.5XT is inexpensive, especially if you can spot one on the lower end of the price spectrum (around $6,000). Having the ability to move quickly without compromising your storage capabilities is a major plus and between the roof racks and rear cargo space, the Forester has plenty for the average driver.
The SX4 follows the same standard as many of Suzuki's creations; bulletproof reliability and absolutely zero style. Everything about the SX4 is so outdated that you could easily be misled into believing that it's a decade older than its actual age. It contains 150 horsepower under the hood when left in a stock format. Considering the fact that it's under a decade old and can be acquired for $5,000, upgrading with aftermarket parts is definitely an option to look into. There aren't many deals out there like this one; it offers a clean slate for the modification-fanatic and the SX4 Hill Climb Special could be the perfect motivator.
The Saab 9-5 Aero wears the sleeper title well. Of course, the power capabilities are meant to be slightly unexpected. The 9-5 Aero looks almost identical to the basic model, disguising its performance engine. It may look like your average commuter, but the 9-5 Aero has a turbocharged motor that produces 230 horsepower and even comes equipped with sport suspension, giving it the ultimate 'wolf in sheep's clothing' appeal. It's not much to look at and probably won't draw too much attention, but the Saab 9-5 Aero will keep your wallet happy and satisfy those cheap thrills that sleeper enthusiasts are really after in the first place.
Jaguar's dilemma with sales has been an ongoing rollercoaster ride for quite some time. While it may be bad for the manufacturer, it provides an attractive opportunity for the used car buyer. Cars like the supercharged XJ8 Vanden Plas wouldn't normally be within grasp of a $10,000 price tag but due to Jag's hiccups, they cost practically nothing. If you can get past the ugly exterior, then you could get your hands on a 370-horsepower car for a little more than $3,000. It's also quite torquey for a mid-sized sedan since it produces with 387 pound-feet. The plush and comfortable interior is another major advantage of going for this 'retro' sleeper. What more could you want for under $8,000?
The early-2000s Camaro didn't catch on quite as much as Chevy may have hoped, which partially explains why it disappeared for a number of years before its recent return. However, even if it is an outdated Z28, this is still a respectable muscle car that happens to have quite a bit of power that some don't necessarily expect based on its shabby appearance. Equipped with a great 5.7-liter V8, the age-old Camaro puts out 310 horsepower and 340 pound-feet of torque. Though you can truly attain just about any Camaro of this generation for under $10,000, the LS-1 engine is a lot more bang for the buck.
Another of the senior citizen cars gone bad, the Cadillac Seville STS is not exactly the first car that comes to mind when you think about vehicles with 300 horsepower. However, this ride has a lot to offer, particularly for the price. The Seville STS is a luxury car, so you're going to get all of the comfort of a Cadillac—including that cushy suspension—but with an engine that can tear up those other cars on the road. It also has quite a bit of torque for such a cruising vehicle: 295 pound-feet to be precise. You may not be in love with its outward appearance or even the outdated electronics, but there's nothing on this car that can't be upgraded and who could pass it up for the cost?
Like the Camaro, the Mustang seems like an obvious powerhouse of a car. How is it really a sleeper? In truth, many 'muscle cars' are actually overhyped commuters—hence why many of the newer models are so affordable. However, the 2005 Mustang GT, when the Mustang was attempting to make its comeback, is actually a fairly well-equipped little coupe. It has 300 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque, which may not seem like a lot until you realize that earlier versions never met those specs unless they were a Cobra or had been upgraded with aftermarket parts.
It may be a gas-guzzling sedan, but what else do you expect from a Chrysler that's built like a tank? This also happens to explain why it has 390 pound-feet of torque; it takes a lot to push this lug around. However, there's a flip side to that heavy car; it has over 340 horsepower pumping out of its 5.7-liter V8. Those serious specs come with a roomy interior; it's even large enough to tote around an entire family, albeit a small one. The best part? There is no shortage of 300Cs roaming around the used car market, making them dirt-cheap.
The Contour is the result of an end to the Mondeo, but don't be fooled because it's not another of the plain 'Mondeo Man' cars like it seems. The Ford SVT Contour has 2.5-liter V6 that has even more to offer than its ancestor did. Even if its engine isn't a V8, it still manages to push out 200 horsepower and can even be found with a manual gearbox, which exemplifies its 'fun car' portrayal. The suspension has been noted as very strong and has even been compared to the likes of the BMW M3. Like many other sedans, the SVT Contour fades into the background but there's much more to this car than meets the eye.
The unpretentious exterior of an R'Nessa may even lead some to mistakenly believe that they're looking at a basic Civic hatchback, but this Nissan has slightly more weight and a lot more power. Similar to the engine you would find in a Nissan Silvia, Avenirs, and GTI-R Pulsars, the R'Nessa has thrilling power but is even more vigorous with its SR20DET monster that produces 197 horsepower and 195 foot-pounds of torque. This car isn't going to win any races with a supercar but it's certainly quick on its feet. The N30 R'Nessa also has a relatively generous host of aftermarket parts to choose from, so upgrading this lightweight sleeper wouldn't be too challenging, nor too pricey, for the handy enthusiast. With such a small price tag, it should be no big deal to acquire a few upgrades.
If you're not aware of the Audi DNA, then you probably have no idea that the manufacturer has been creating turbocharged cars for decades. As time went on, they eventually let the wagons in on all of that high-powered fun. The Allroad 2.7T is one of the best bangs for your buck; with a watchful eye, you can scoop up a twin-turbo V6 for under $5,000. With 241 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque, the Allroad is a pretty impressive mom car. It's a better option for those who can't do a coupe but would like to have that same power of the more renowned, Audi S4, then you're in luck; the Allroad has the same Biturbo engine as its sibling sedan. The suspension is soft and fluffy, and the Quattro AWD is capable of keeping the tires where they need to be. It's an all-around great car, but it's also a sweet sleeper as well.
Though it's easily passed up by unknowing used-car shoppers because of its boxy appearance, this mini-SUV isn't your typical grocery-getter. It has a wealth of power under that tiny hood; close to 250 horsepower that launches it from zero-to-sixty in 6.5 seconds. With some background knowledge on engine management and boost, you could easily upgrade this setup and have an even better sleeper that could swiftly hit the quarter-mile in the about 13.5 seconds. If mechanicals aren't your thing, the standard 4G63T engine that comes equipped in the RVR should still provide plenty of thrills on its own.
Sources: Motor1, Top Speed, and Wikipedia