text:
TOLEDO CHRONICLE - Celebrate National Senior Center Month - Senior Centers are evolving! As a new generation of older adults looks to redefine retirement, there is a growing focus on wellness, work and volunteerism. When it comes to finding tools for staying healthy and involved or information about benefits, senior centers are the place to start. This September, Hawkeye Valley Area Agency on Aging invites the community to learn more about its programs and services during National Senior Center Month.
On Wednesday, Sept. 15, Tom Hoskins will be a guest speaker discussing long term planning followed by bingo.
On Monday Sept. 20, enjoy Sundae Monday Ice Cream Social. The months activities will conclude on Thursday, September 23 as we recognize Fall Prevention Day and National Checkers Day.
For more information about the Senior Center Month activities call the Toledo Senior Center at 641-484-3839. The Toledo Senior Center is located at 103 S. Church in Toledo.
Senior Centers are a valuable community asset that empowers people with meaningful volunteer opportunities as well as access to benefits and resources. Senior Centers are often known for offering a nutritious meal, but today's Senior Centers offer much more including exercise classes, wellness screenings, nutrition education, and much more. Take the time to visit your local Senior Center during National Senior Center Month.
Mildred Biha, Toledo, formerly of Chelsea, will celebrate her 100th birthday on September 27, 2010.
The former Mildred Rose Herink was born in the rural Vining area to Charles and Anna (Sokol) Herink, the fourth of eight children. A sister died in childhood and of the seven siblings to reach adulthood, five of them reached the age of 90 years or more.
Mildred married a local young man, Fred Riha of rural Chelsea on December 30, 1931 and they lived on the same farm near Vining for 65 years, moving to Willow Apartments, Toledo in 1997, where she still resides. Her husband Fred died in March 2003. They are the parents of two children, Marcella (Frank) Nekola, Toledo and Duane (Myrna) Riha, Longs, South Carolina; also five grandchildren, Randy (Cheryl), Gary (Beth), Danny (Dawn) Nekola; Cindy (Nekola) Williams and Cathy (Mike) McKillip;10 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Mildred will celebrate this special event with family and friends on Sunday, September 26, at the Tama American Legion from 1-5 p.m. with an Open House and dance with "Barefoot Becky" and the Ivanhoe Butchmen providing the music.
Mildred enjoys hearing from and visiting with her many old and new friends and greetings would he welcome at 501 So. Willow St., 4B, Toledo,Iowa 52342.


text:
You have no items in your shopping cart.
- Categories
- Certification & Accreditation
Construction and Design
- Engineering & Technology
- Machine Shop & Tools
- Machinery's Handbook
- Maintenance & Reliability
- Manufacturing Industry
- Materials
- Metalworking & Welding
- Mathematics
Industrial Press is a leader in titles on pumping and piping.
Pipefitters Handbook, Third Edition
A Timeless Classic!
Compact and pocket-sized, this handy reference contains thousands of facts and figures relevant to pipefitters, steamfitters-anyone concerned with layout and installation of pipe.Learn More$34.95
Metering Pump Handbook
An outstanding reference, Metering Pump Handbook is designed for metering pump designers, and engineers working in all industries. Easily accessible information includes: fundamentals of metering pump operation, principles of pump and piping system design, guidelines for selection pump construction materials, procedures for installation, operation, and maintenance of metering pumps, and general formulas, tables, charts, and pumping system layouts.Learn More$49.95
Plastic Piping Systems, Second Edition
Plastic Piping Systems supplies all the detailed information you'll need to know about the largest plastic product group used in the world-pipe, valves, and fittings. Practical rather than theoretical, this book uses data throughout to relate the design and installation techniques of today's off-the-shelf products.Learn More$44.95
Pipe Welding Procedures, Second Edition
A standard reference for decades, this edition of Pipe Welding Procedures continues to reinforce the welder's understanding of procedures. Drawing on his extensive practical and teaching experience in the field, the author describes in detail the manipulating procedures used to weld pipe joints. You will find useful information on heat input and distribution, essentials of shielded metal-arc technology, distortion, pipe welding defects, welding safety, essentials of welding metallurgy, and qualification of the welding procedure and the welder.Learn More$49.95
All-in-One Manual of Industrial Piping Practice and Maintenance
Books on design of pipelines, and equipment such as pumps and compressors are available but almost none on the piping that carries fluid to and fro. This practical, no-frills book offers complete coverage of piping practices and maintenance all in one place. Written by a professional with 35 years of hands-on knowledge and experience in pipeline building, operating, and maintenance, this manual is designed to be kept at the ready, on the shop floor. Maintenance engineers and managers will wonder how they've survived so long without it!Learn More$59.95
Handbook of PVC Pipe Design and Construction, 5th Edition
At 600 pages, the Handbook of PVC Pipe Design and Construction is extraordinarily comprehensive. Written by the Uni-Bell PVC Pipe Association, it was prepared with the objective of being the most comprehensive reference text on PVC pipe and fittings.Learn More$69.95
Plastics and Sustainable Piping Systems
Plastic piping is now the preferred material in countless applications -- municipal water and sewer lines,drain/waste/vent lines, and chemical waste drainage, to mention just a few -- because plastics are durable, easy and safe to install, environmentally sound, and cost-effective. This compendium of over three dozen articles is written by a professional involved in plastic fluid handling products for over 45 years. Divided into three general areas, this unique resource promotes the use of plastics in general and plastic piping systems, in particular. The articles include listings of the major advantages of plastics plus descriptions of the many varied piping products and markets served by thermoplastic piping systems. It is certain to be an eye-opener and educational tool for the experienced and novice designing and specifying engineer, installer, end-user, code official, purchasing agent, and engineering student.Learn More$49.95
Plumbing Licensing Study Guide
Here, in one book, the entire plumbing trade is covered in one accessible source. Consideration is given to cover all states' exam requirements. Tools and instruments are included to familiarize the licensing candidates with labor-saving devices and their correct utilization. While there are hundreds of practice exam questions, there is no guarantee that these questions and answers will appear on the actual test, or that the reader will pass the exam by simply reading this book. The main emphasis is on getting the tradesman accustomed to testing and knowledgeable about the plumbing trade in general. While there used to be several good resources for those studying to become licensed plumbers, these are quite old and rather outdated. This textbook/study guide will fill a void in this increasingly important trade.Learn More$54.95
Heating Systems Troubleshooting & Repair
Most of the work technicians routinely perform is in maintaining existing equipment as opposed to installing new systems. The procedures and visual observation conditions presented in this title will enable technicians to perform their tasks more effectively. By knowing how the equipment is designed, built, and how the materials behave over time, they will be better able to execute a maintenance program extending equipment life and reducing unplanned malfunctions. This book's emphasis is on implementing these actions correctly and in a timely basis so that equipment experiences an increase in "life expectancy," reliability, more efficient energy performance, and a reduction in the possibility of future failures and liability. While the main focus of this work is on equipment installed in residential homes, the procedures detailed certainly apply to larger commercial heating equipment as well.Learn More$89.95
Contractor's Guide for Installation of Gasketed PVC Pipe for Water / Sewer
This guide is the most concise and authoritative available for the installation of PVC gasket-joint pressure and non-pressure pipes and fittings. Written and sponsored by the Uni-Bell PVC Pipe Association, it contains up-to-date information and comes complete with practical associated tables and figures that will help users to be more effective and efficient at installing PVC piping systems.Learn More$34.95
- Certification & Accreditation
- Construction and Design
- Engineering & Technology
- Machine Shop & Tools
- Machinery's Handbook
- Maintenance & Reliability
- Manufacturing Industry
- Materials
- Metalworking & Welding
- Mathematics
- Piping & Pumping

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Status:Advanced Reviewer
Member since: 2019
Organization: SIA PharmIdea
I can not imagine my lab life without Agilent's HPLC next to me!
Application Area:Analyzing pharmaceutical active substances
"Good looking piece of equipment. Easy maintenance because of good modules and lines positioning. Good service and monitoring of the system using Agilent Lab Advisor. Stable and reproducible results. Good for method validation."
Member since: 2014
Organization: CICTAN Health Group Corp.
Application Area:Quality control
"We are pretty satisfied with the performance, reliability, robustness of this product. "
Status:Advanced Reviewer
Member since: 2010
Organization: Ernest Jackson
Application Area:Pharmaceutical product testing
"Nice simple instrument. It feels a little flimsy thanks to the thin plastic covers, but no mechanical or electronic problems to date. Reliable, works to high back-pressures and a precise injector. Control with EZ Chrom has worked well so far."
Member since: 2006
Organization: University of Surrey
Application Area:Undergraduate teaching
"The 1220 Infinity HPLC is a simple yet robust HPLC perfectly suited to teaching undergraduates practical chromatography. It is also capable of performing more complex chromatography for postgraduate research and is thus a capable machine that suits a restricted budget."
Member since: 2014
Organization: CICTAN Health Group Corp.
"The Agilent 1220 Infinity LC System is an affordable, high quality HPLC system for routine standard analyses. The only shortage is the autosampler is a little bit slower compared to the other models of Agilent's LC such as 1290, 1260."
Member since: 2013
Organization: Merck Research Lab
Application Area:pharmaceutical
"The instrument is very easy to use and maintain. All the parts are easily replaced and the online instructions are clear and straightforward. The software, Chemstation, is also very straight forward and easy to use."
Member since: 2013
Organization: The University of Texas at Arlington
Application Area:Chiral Chromatography
"The Agilent line of HPLC systems are easy to use, reliable systems. After purchase customer service is excellent."
Member since: 2011
Organization: O-AT-KA Milk Prod. Coop., Inc.
Application Area:caffeine
"We were very happy with instrument and system support. The training seminar was very helpful and informative. Future plans of maintenance training is planned."
Member since: 2013
Organization: LeHigh Valley Technologies
Application Area:Analysis
"Very good and quality systems, the individual units are easy to use. Great customer service, the technicians are very helpful. Highly recommended."
Member since: 2013
Organization: HCL Technologies Ltd.
Application Area:Research
"This is truly a user friendly system which I have used in the past for research. It is easy to operate and the maintenance costs are lower than comparative ones."
Member since: 2013
Organization: Dr.Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
Application Area:pharmaceutical
"This is a high accuracy and resolution system. Also it is a rugged system which requires less maintenance than other systems."
Member since: 2010
Organization: PBM NUTRITIONALS
Application Area:running QC samples
"It is easy for technicians to learn to run this system. The software is similar to previous versions which make learning the new instrument easier. Agilent has great support from the applications chemists to the service rep and service personnel on the phone."
Member since: 2013
Organization: Monsanto
Application Area:analytical lab
"The Agilent 1200 LC was a little more expensive but has paid for itself with better precision & accuracy than our previous vendor's LCs. The only downside we have experienced is that the injection valves don't seem to be as robust as those on the 1100 series. We do all of our own in lab maintenance, and we have been pleased with the technical support we have received when needed."
Member since: 2013
Organization: RSSL
Application Area:Analytical Chemistry
"Incredibly easy to use, very valued service support and the choice HPLC for all suitable applications."
Member since: 2013
Organization: Virginia Tech
Application Area:Virginia Tech Chemistry Department
"Easy to use, however it breaks a lot. Column seems to get clogged frequently."
Member since: 2013
Organization: Alcon Labs
Application Area:pharmaceutical
"The value is not as good as other companies. There is a substantial difference in the price paid for an Agilent HPLC system versus other brands. The quality difference and after sales care, does not really justify the difference in the original price, especially when Agilent instruments are not as compatible with other vendors software packs such as Chromeleon."
Member since: 2013
Organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Application Area:Tobacco constituent analysis
"This LC system is easy to use and troubleshoot. The Agilent service people are also very helpful when needed."
Member since: 2009
Organization: University Of Michigan
Application Area:Environmental Analysis
"This has been a great system. I would recommend to colleagues. This instrument does not have a steep learning curve, so engineers with little chemistry background can quickly start using it. The telephone support is key, and Agilent has been very supportive with this resource."
Member since: 2013
Organization: University at Buffalo SUNY
Application Area:Research
"I find the Agilent system user friendly and a good system. It is very comfortable to use. However, I think the program should be updated."
Member since: 2011
Organization: South Dakota State University
Application Area:biofuels
"Works better with the given range of conditions. We didn't experience any problems. I would recommended the equipment."
Member since: 2013
Organization: St. John Fisher College
Application Area:Enviromental
"This product is easy to use, quick and efficient. I use this product in an analytical lab and its program is easy to use."
Member since: 2013
Organization: St. John Fisher College
Application Area:Pharmaceutical
"This product is extremely easy to use, very user friendly interface. Instrument is well built and runs well."
Member since: 2013
Organization: SUNY College at Oneonta
Application Area:Protein research
"Very easy to use, time efficient, I am very happy with the equipment. I used to use an LC-UV system but since switching to HPLC I have had an increased efficiency in my research."
Member since: 2010
Organization: St. John Fisher College
Application Area:quantification of bpa release from polycarbonate fishtanks
"The instrument is very easy to use after simple training. It is also easy to fix without assistance when small problems occur, like the pump gets clogged. I have been happy with the instrument since the results seem to stay uniform from day to day."
Member since: 2010
Organization: St John Fisher College
Application Area:pharmaceutical
"This instrument is fairly easy to use. The drop down menus make it easy to follow through the procedural set up so that you do not forget any steps as you progress through making your method. Cleaning the system however needs to be done frequently with our samples which is very inconvenient."
Member since: 2012
Organization: Chemtura Corporation
Application Area:Polymer analysis
"This is an extremely high end product for fast reproducible data analysis. Separation is fast and reliable, providing quality data in a fraction of the time compared to traditional Agilent HPLC systems, for example, the Agilent 1100 HPLC system."
Member since: 2013
Organization: St. John Fisher College
Application Area:pharmaceuticals
"This is an easy to use instrument with a wide-array of applications. It is especially useful as it has easy automatic injection methods that allow one to run samples all day while working on other research. This is such an easy instrument for people to run!"
Member since: 2010
Organization: METRICS, INC.
"Easy to use, but disappointing that the system is unable to meter shallow gradients accurately. It would have been good to know this ahead of time. Agilent will perform IQ/OQ on site, for a fee, which is helpful."
Member since: 2010
Organization: Novozymes North America
Application Area:Biofuel Ethanol
"Good size to work with- room to perform maintenance etc. The software can be complicated to new users. Customer support can be difficult- hard to contact and speak with someone."
Member since: 2010
Organization: Aminologics Co.,Ltd
"Easy to use and after sales service has been quick and very helpful. It is great to have a Korean engineer who kindly explained the relevant things to me."
Member since: 2010
Organization: Irvine Pharmaceutical Services
Application Area:Assay/analysis, stability testing
"Easy to use, highly efficient, top quality HPLC. Fast operation and nice screen."
Member since: 2010
Organization: University of Tennessee Knoxville
Application Area:Chromatographic analysis
"The software, Chemstation, is easy to use. The repeatability of the analyses are great."
It was developed to address the needs of small to medium-sized labs that are mainly concerned with routine analyses using standard HPLC methods. The Agilent 1220 Infinity LC System optimizes performance, while minimizing complexity.
As a member of the 1200 Infinity Series it gives you the proven quality and performance you expect from the industry leader, in your choice of three easy to own, integrated, "all-in-one" configurations. Upgrade paths hardware and software do offer flexibility and a future-proof system.
Winner of the SelectScience Scientists' Choice Award as Best New Separations Product of 2010.
1220 Infinity LC System Features:
Manufacturer Agilent Technologies4.4 / 5.0 | 33 reviews


text:
Do you realize that your Windows PC is running slower and slower everyday, especially after installing/uninstalling applications? There are plenty of causes for a slow running PC. While we have covered plenty of tips and tricks to help your PC boots and runs faster, sometimes you just want to have a software to do everything for you. Auslogic BoostSpeed 5 aims to become that software for your PC. We have free license keys to giveaway. Read on for more details.
Auslogics BoostSpeed 5 provides a one-click solution to help you automate the whole optimization process so your Windows PC can boot and run faster without hassle. It also comes with several other useful features that help you to better understand the causes for the sluggishness in your PC.
On the first run, it will prompt you to perform a system scan so it can find the problems that are slowing down your PC.
You can click the big "Scan" button to start the scan immediately, or you can click the "Show scan options" link for more configuration options.
Beside the Scan button, you can also select the Scan action, whether to perform a simple "Scan Only", or a "Scan and Repair".
If you select the "Scan Only" option, after the scan, it will show you the report of the potential problems that slow down your PC. You can go through the list and select the stuff you want to remove. Lastly, click "Repair Now" to repair the problems.
The System Advisor tab, as its name implies, comes with a series of advices to help you optimize your PC. For example, if you are running Windows on a low-end PC, it will advise you to disable the Aero Effects. Similarly, you can go through the list and select the options that you want to disable. Next, click the "Fix selected" link at the right sidebar. Done.
The Advanced Tools tab comes with many tools such as Disk Maintenance, System Tweaks, Internet Optimizer, Registry Maintenance etc. You can click on any of the tool and run the related optimization.
All in all, Auslogics Boost Speed 5 is a feature-rich optimization tool that covers a wide range of options for your Windows PC. If you are looking to automate the cleaning and optimization process of your PC, this is one software that you can consider using.
Free Giveaways
Thanks to the generosity of Auslogics, we have 10 free license keys to give away.
Update: Contest closed.
Here's what you need to do to participate:
Tweet to Enter
All you have to do is click the link below and send out the resulting tweet (or just copy and paste), then leave a comment below with a link to your tweet. That's it!
This giveaway begins now and ends Thursday, 12th January 2012 at 2359hrs Pacific Time. The winners will be selected at random and announced via email.
Share and enjoy!
MakeTechEasier would like to thank Auslogics for their generosity while participating in this giveaway. Interested in sponsoring? We'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with us.


text:
Isuzu Trooper 3.4 V6 Swap Starter Relocation Jig Kit
This complete kit contains everything you will need to fabricate new starter holes on the adjacent side of the 3.4 V6 block. This drill jig also works with on other 60 degree V-6's such as the 3.1 and the 2.8. The jig provides both Correct Angle Drill Guides, and Tap Angle Guides, to assure your new starter holes will have perfect accuracy.
Easy for the do it yourselfer to use. All that is needed is an electric hand drill.
Included with each drill jig kit is a detailed step by step instruction sheet.
For the Fiero 3.4 engine swap click here to check out the misc. 3.4 parts and tools page.
3.4 Swap Starter Relocation Jig Kit
Special steel jig holds the drills and taps in perfect position!
Heath Abelson <email@example.com> writes:
I recently received the 3.4 starter drill jig. I have to admit that, as a novice, I was pretty nervous about this
part of the swap.. but your jig made this so much easier than I was expecting.. I just drilled and tapped the holes and it looks amazing.
Here is some on line 3.4 information:
Best one to get is out of the 95 Firebird or Camaro. It's the last revision with all the fixes done to it just before they stopped making them. (I think the GM crate 3.4 is this same engine)
The crank oil holes are chamfered and other improvements that make the engine last far far longer than the ones earlier.
Everything you will ever want to know about that swap is in the link below, including all engine info.
Putting any V6 into an 84 Fiero is not as easy as later years, because
the 84 was not made with a V6 as an option. But it can be done. See the
article in these scans:
Shipping: Shipping in the USA via a small postal flat rate box for $8.50
Final shipping cost is determined by weight of the item(s) and distance from Milwaukee, WI. Shipping prices quoted are for items shipped to the Midwest area in the USA. If you are ordering a single item or multiple items the total shipping price is determined after you place the order. I try to keep my shipping prices to a minimum and use Postal Flat Rate boxes whenever I can utilize them for an order.
Shipping to areas outside of the USA: Generally I ship postal air first class mail. Shipping varies depending on what country they are going to. It ranges from $27.50 to Canada to $34 or more to Australia etc.
I do not offer free shipping.
Because I use postal flat rate boxes for heavy orders there is no program that can add the proper amount of shipping to every order. So all shipping is added manually by myself after you place your order. That is explained here: Shipping added later explanation
When you place an order the shipping amount will show $0.00. Soon after you place an order you will receive an email confirmation that shows the amount of shipping that was added to your order.


text:
Dub-G - Strike A Match [Big House Music Submitted]
"Single from Dub-G new mixtape "Tha Final Call" out now! Produced by Heartbeatz! Follow on twitter @DubG228 www.ThaBigHouse.com"
Please click the "Report" button below if the video on this page is not working properly.
Comments will only be displayed by verified emails. No Spamming or Racism.


text:
Xion Audio Player is an ultra light and easily skinnable audio player that features a new standard in skin support. Xion's unique system will directly read a .PSD file and using layer names, instantly bring your skin to life. Learn More
Xion Audio Player also supports direct loading from Zip files which allow you to package several .PSD files in the one package. This has the added benefit of being compressed and therefore consumes less disk space.
Xion Audio Player is ultra light and only consumes minimal amounts of RAM and CPU.


text:
It was an early start for the double eliminations this morning. Riders made there way out on the water at approximately 9:00am under partly cloudy skies and moderate, gusty winds. The winds began to pick up throughout the day making it possibly the windiest day of the event.
In the men's division, it was an incredibly exciting day for Italian rider Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA). Rondina won four consecutive heats eliminating some of the top name riders such as Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED), Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA), as well as Ariel Corniel (Ozone, DOM). Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) later defeated Rondina in a very close heat. Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS) was also on top of his game today, eliminating Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) as well as Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP) in a 5-0 judges decision in the semi final. Pastor went on to defeat Yates in the last heat of the men's double eliminations with a 3/2 judges decision.
In the women's division, Sofia Lennartsson (Ozone, SWE) defeated Caroline Adrien (Cabrinha, FRA), however did not have enough skill to eliminate German rider Kristin Boese (Best, GER). Boese is very familiar with German wind and weather conditions therefore defeating most competitors such as Kari Schibevaag (Ozone, NOR), and Angela Peral (North, ESP). Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) put an end to Boese's winning streak defeating her in the quarterfinal. Winkowska went on to eliminate Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA) in the semi final earning her a spot in the final women's heat against Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP). Winkowska battled her way through the heat against Pulido, losing in the final.
The wind was averaging 20-25 knots by the end of the double eliminations, making it the perfect weather conditions to run the board off discipline. 37 men and 11 women signed in for some big air action. Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA) was certainly catching some air, which earned him first place, followed by Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) and Rolf Van Der Vlugt (Airush, NED) in third.
In the women's division Hannah Whiteley (JN Kites, GBR) was dancing just below the clouds performing really nice board off moves which earned her the number one spot followed by Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP) in second and Caroline Adrien (Cabrinha, FRA) in third.
Tomorrow there will be a mandatory riders meeting at 10:00am for all racing competitors. Two final races will be planned for tomorrow followed by the Palmolive Kitesurf World Cup 2010 closing ceremony.
For all main event live results please visit: http://www.extremeelements.tv/live_results/results.php
The St. Peter-Ording Kitesurf World Cup is supported in part by: Palmolive, Prosieben, tv14, St. Peter-Ording-Nordsee, Jever, Quicksilver, Lufthansa, Naish, Havaianas, Pentax, N-Joy, Coke, Moebel-Kraft, Yamaha, Sport1, Kitelife, x-h2o, Splocs, PKRA, International Kiteboarding Association.
1. Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP)
2. Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS)
3. Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED)
1. Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP)
2. Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL)
3. Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA)
1. Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA)
2. Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED)
3. Rolf Van Der Vlugt (Airush, NED)
1. Hannah Whiteley (JN Kites, GBR)
2. Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP)
3. Caroline Adrien (Cabrinha, FRA)


text:
Dans les Nuages Twillbi tie
Product information
Image gallery
Product description
Tie in hand-sewn silk twill (100% silk)
Riders in the sky - a jockey's dream?
Reverse your tie to reveal a hidden pattern
Made in France
Designed by Philippe Mouquet
Width: 8 cm
• Complimentary ground shipping within 2 to 3 business days
• Purchases are delivered in an orange box tied with a Bolduc ribbon, with the exception of certain items
• See the delivery FAQs for details on shipping methods, costs and delivery times
Payment methods
• By card: Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, JCB® and China Union Pay®
Returns and exchanges
• Easy and complimentary, within 30 days
• See conditions and procedure in our return FAQs
Product reference: H626122T 13
Like to know more?Contact Customer Service
Image gallery
This item has been added to the cart
Your information
Forgot your password?
Thank you!
Your reservation request has been taken into account.
You will receive a confirmation e-mail from the store within four business hours.
Please, wait for the email confirmation before visiting the store.
Your information
Do you have an account?
Please fill Fapiao information in Chinese.
* Required information
You have no items in your cart.
Order Summary
Here to help
Customer Service
Track your order
Here to help
Customer Service
Personalize your product Dans les Nuages Twillbi tie
Riders in the sky - a jockey's dream?
Reverse your tie to reveal a hidden pattern
Made in France
* Required information
Like to know more? Contact Customer Service
Find in store
Here to help
Customer Service
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long will delivery take?
- How do I track delivery of my order?
- How do I return or exchange an item ordered via Hermes.com?
- How may I get assistance with my online order?
- Which size of belt shall I order?
Store Details
Here to help
Customer Service
Add an address
Edit address
* Required information
Forgot your password?
* Required information
Change password
* Required information
Contact details
* Required information
Already have an account?
- • Access your shopping cart
- • Access all your orders and download the related sales memo
- • Manage your address book to order faster
- • Update your personal data
Here to help
Customer Service
Create an account
* Required information


text:
NNYLN Grant Awarded
The library has been awarded a grant of $8,297 by the Northern New York Library Network to assist the library in improving its collection of digitized versions of items in its library collection.
The University's library plans to digitize its book arts collection, which includes about 350 rare works, from European illuminated manuscripts of the medieval era to Ethiopian parchment scrolls and Japanese accordion-fold books. With grant assistance, library staff will acquire technologies assuring consistent color accuracy of the digital images. Each work selected for inclusion in the project will be represented by three to five images.
When the project is completed, the collection of digital images will be exhibited online and available to the public.
In recent years, the library has made digital images of other collections available, also with support from NNYLN. These digitized manuscript, book, photograph and letter collections have been used extensively by students, faculty, researchers and the general public.
In addition to acquiring new technology, library staff working on the project plans to develop a set of "best practices" that other libraries and institutions may use as a model for implementing similar projects.
The Northern New York Library Network, located in Potsdam, has been assisting libraries in the region develop research resources since 1965.


text:
Here is a tutorial on "how to draw easy people". Here to help you understand simple face shapes and the features that make them a face. Tips for Eyes, Lips and Noses for both a more realistic look and a more cartoony feel.
DragoArt members upload artwork and drawing tutorials! They are also allowed to leave comments on tutorials, profiles, etc. Many more features, as well; it's way better than just being a boring guest! Register Now!


text:
While cupcakes require precise care (each small cake treated individually, coddled like a tiny babe in a bonnet of frosting), cobbler is a grandpa who still uses an old typewriter and gardens with a rusty shovel that shows its age. Cobbler doesn't try to impress and doesn't take special care to prepare, but the wisdom of its simplicity wins the hearts of all who encounter it.
Tart raspberries, sweet brown sugar, the rustic appeal of oats, and the unique and earthy surprise of hemp seeds (if you've never baked with hemp seeds, read about baking with hemp seeds to learn more) makes this the cobbler to try as fresh berries make their first appearance at this summer's farmers' markets.
Raspberry, Oatmeal, and Hemp Seed Cobbler
I created this cobbler recipe by modifying a recipe on Good Food for raspberry pine nut bars. If you don't have access to hemp seeds, I'm sure this cobbler would be fantastic with pine nuts.
Raspberry, Oatmeal, and Hemp Seed Cobbler
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup hemp seeds
- 10 oz fresh or frozen and defrosted raspberries
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the flour, oats, and butter until you have coarse crumbs.
- Mix in the brown sugar, lemon zest, and 3/4 cup of the hemp seeds.
- Use 2/3 of the mixture to evenly fill an 8" square baking dish.
- Spread the raspberries evenly over the filled baking dish.
- Top with the remaining third of the mixture.
- Top with the remaining 1/4 cup of hemp seeds.
- Bake at 350 F for 35-40 minutes or until the top is a golden brown.
- Serve warm with ice cream.


text:
This certainly isn't how Brazil planned to start things off. Croatia took a 1-0 lead 11 minutes into the match when Marcelo knocked the ball into his own goal.
It all came about when Ivica Olic tried to cross to Nikica Jelavic. The pass missed its intended target, but Marcelo was there to clean it up, er, botch it. We knew Croatia was going to be playing a heavy attack formation, but we didn't know that included Brazil's players, too. Here's how it sounded on Croatian national broadcaster HRT 2:


text:
Todd Bowles is 6-foot-2, 203-pounds. Well, at least he was that big when he played in the NFL as a free safety for eight years.
Normally, the height and weight of a coach wouldn't matter much. But in the case of the Eagles Secondary Coach, we can draw a clear line between his frame and his personnel preferences as a secondary coach.
As you can see at right, teams where Bowles has been the secondary coach consistently draft tall defensive backs (the same way Jim Washburn only picked tall defensive ends). In fact, he's only drafted one defensive back under 6-feet-tall since 2003, and that was in the seventh round. Clearly, Bowles' preference is for bigger, more physical players. He probably would not, for example, have endorsed the selections of Sheldon Brown and Lito Sheppard, two 5-foot-10 corners.
More relevant: Asante Samuel is not the type of cornerback Bowles had in mind as his prototypical starter. As I've mentioned before, the Samuel trade was about ego, a broken locker room, and justifying the 2011 personnel decisions -- not on-the-field performance or the salary cap. But I doubt Bowles was campaigning for Samuel to stick around.
Instead, he's probably quite content with his starters at cornerback for 2012. Nnamdi Asomugha is 6-foot-2, 210-pounds and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie is 6-foot-2, 182-pounds. Hopefully Bowles can help mold a solid defensive backfield around the two of them. Curtis Marsh also stands to gain quite a lot from the Bowles hire, since his athletic 6-foot-1, 197-pound frame would be perfect for his new coach's system.
On the other hand, Kurt Coleman probably shouldn't get too comfortable as a starter. I've discussed his athletic limitations before, but Bowles may be particularly keen to find someone with a higher ceiling. The counter-example of course, is 5-foot-9 Brandon Boykin, whose selection Bowles must have approved. But perhaps he is willing to make an exception for the physical slot corner, regardless of his size, given the value he presented in the fourth round.
Alright, you're probably saying, this is fun roster speculation and all, but what does it really mean? I'll admit, not much right now. We already knew who the likely starters were and presumably Bowles will play whomever is the best in practice, not go simply by their official measurements. The more important question remains: is Bowles really a great coach? Every reporter hailed the addition as brilliant, but I'm less impressed by the fossil record.
Decide for yourself. Here's the Football Outsiders DVOA pass defense rankings for the teams Bowles has coached with:


text:
At Berwick Animal Clinic, we understand that your pets are an important part of your life. Our highly trained staff will treat you and your pets with professionalism and courtesy while providing you with the very best veterinary care available. Our full-service practice offers a variety of services intended to promote your pet's overall health and longevity. It is our privilege to care for you and your pets, so call today to learn about our services or schedule an appointment.
Learn More
The veterinarians and staff at Berwick Animal Clinic are ready to provide your pet with cutting edge veterinary medical care. From wellness exams and vaccines to advanced diagnostics and complex surgical procedures, your dog or cat will receive


text:
Soccer Dad's Middle East Media Sampler
October 2012 New York Times op-ed IndexYes, but.... David forgot to put in the final total (I added it). And three of the positive columns were all written by Shmuel Rosner, an Israeli who analyzes American politics for Haaretz and the Jewish Journal of Los Angeles. Unless Rosner now has a gig with the Times, this is unlikely to be a new trend.
A) License to Care - Raja Shehada - October 2, 2012
Before the Oslo Accords of 1993 and 1995, the Israeli military fully controlled all aspects of Palestinians' lives. Then with the transfer of civilian functions to the Palestinian Authority, the situation changed. Today the Israeli authorities' mode of control rests on a permit system under which they alone determine who can enter Israel, including East Jerusalem, for work or care. Not infrequently Israel withholds such permits, depriving Palestinians of badly needed medical treatment.The numbers provided by the IDF (provided by one of the commenters) paint a much different picture from the one that Shehada paints, "Approximately 115 thousand Palestinian patients were treated, over 100 Palestinian doctors interned at Israeli hospitals, and five organ donations were performed." The number of patients marked a 13% increase over the previous year.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 1 / Pro-Israel - 0
B) Our Jerusalem - Shmuel Rosner - October 3, 2012
The speech was a disappointment. It was angry and full of frustration. (Abbas has once again been threatening to quit — though this might be a gambit to force other Palestinian leaders into begging him to stay and then give him more leeway.) As for Jerusalem, Abbas supposedly made good on his pledge to show more sensitivity to Jewish history by saying that the "land of peace" was "the birthplace of Jesus (peace be upon him), and ascension of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and the final resting place of Abraham (peace be upon him) — the land of the three monotheistic religions."Rosner criticized Mahmoud Abbas's U.N. speech for failing to acknowledge Jewish ties to Jerusalem explicitly.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 1 / Pro-Israel - 1
C) Buying the election - Joseph Nocera - October 8, 2012
What feels different now is that the sums are so large, and that it has the potential to influence not just Congressional and Senate candidates but the presidential candidates as well. If Romney wins, will he really be willing to take a position on Israel that is different from Adelson's? One suspects not.In general, my rule for critiquing op-eds is that they be primarily about Israel. This one is about campaign finance. However, since Nocera's primary example of undue influence is Israel, I included this. It is anti-Israel and it is ugly, which is not atypical for the New York Times.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 2 / Pro-Israel - 1
D) Occupation Tourism - Shmuel Rosner - October 11, 2012
As one-sided and ideological as this tour is, though, there's something to be said for it. It's interesting, friendly and well organized, and for the many Israelis who go on it — during the recent holiday of Sukkot thousands of them did — it's a chance to finally see the places about which they have such strong opinions. Samaria (and Judea), as the settlers insist, is really the bedrock of Judaism — the land where its prophets made warnings, its battles were fought, its altars were erected. If they are ever to give up this territory for the sake of peace, Israelis should get to know it first.Though I'm not happy with the title of this essay, it is still a positive view of Israel.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 2 / Pro-Israel - 2
E) Why Netanyahu backed down - Graham T. Allison Jr. and Shai Feldman - October 13, 2012
FOR three years Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and his defense minister, Ehud Barak, seemed to be united in urging an early military attack on Iran's nuclear facilities. But last week that alliance collapsed, with Mr. Netanyahu accusing Mr. Barak of having conspired with the Obama administration, in talks behind his back.This is an unfair portrayal of Netanyahu. It isn't that Netanyahu pushed for an "early military attack" on Iran, but that he wanted the commitment that Iran would be prevented from developing nuclear weapons. Part of this article is devoted to making Netanyahu into an unhinged war monger and the other goal is to show that the Obama administration is really pro-Israel.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 3 / Pro-Israel - 2
F) The Nakba, Then and Now - Raja Shehada - October 16, 2012
The Nakba refers to the expulsion of the Palestinians from the newly minted state of Israel. On no issue do Israelis and Palestinians differ more. Israelis celebrate May 15, 1948, as their day of independence; for Palestinians, it marks the "catastrophe." That an Israeli group like Zochrot should organize a trip to a city where some of the Nakba's worst atrocities occurred is an important and necessary attempt to bridge this nagging gap in perceptions.As Barry Rubin demonstrated earlier this year, Nakba refers not to the "expulsion" of the Palestinians but to the failure of the Arab world to come to terms with their own failures and modernize. Shehada's ignores that the Arab world failed to compromise in 1948 and that the Palestinian loss was the result.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 4 / Pro-Israel - 2
G) Not enough daylight on Israel - Nathan Thrall - October 22, 2012
Kicking the ball down the field while professing an interest in an Israeli-Palestinian settlement is precisely what President Obama has been doing for the last several years. The policy of the next administration, whether Mr. Romney's first or Mr. Obama's second, will be to uphold this status quo: supporting an unelected Palestinian prime minister and a Palestinian president whose term long ago expired; continuing to prevent the exercise of power by the victors in the last Palestinian national election; negotiating with a set of unelected P.L.O. leaders who cannot credibly claim to represent most Palestinians; prioritizing the funding of Palestinian security forces who arrest their political opponents and prevent peaceful protests against Israeli settlements and military installations; and meekly criticizing Israel's expanding settlement construction while exercising no leverage in order to thwart it.There were a number of critiques of the third presidential debate. This is the only one which appeared to be primarily about Israel. True that Abbas and Fayyad have long ago overstayed their terms in office. But Hamas has also. Thrall can't even bring himself to criticize Hamas for its ongoing terror.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 5 / Pro-Israel - 2
H) Who Threw Israel Under the Bus? - Efraim Halevy - October 23, 2012
In all of these instances, a Republican White House acted in a cold and determined manner, with no regard for Israel's national pride, strategic interests or sensitivities. That's food for thought in October 2012.Halevy was criticized by Martin Kramer for his selective reading of history. However there is no doubt that this article is pro-Israel.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 5 / Pro-Israel - 3
I) Debating Israel - Shmuel Rosner - October 26, 2012
But all this support has a down side as well: It can make Israel a target for all those wanting to hurt America without actually making war against the United States. And, more importantly, it has the potential of making Israel seem like a burden to some American voters — which of course wouldn't serve Israel's interests in the end. When I start to think of it this way, the spotlight on my country becomes unnerving.In a sense this is the flip side of Nathan Thrall's argument. Rosner has no problem with support for Israel, but is uncomfortable with it for reasons of perception. I think Rosner is being too sensitive, but he's clearly pro-Israel.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 5 / Pro-Israel - 4
J) The European Left and Its Trouble With Jews - Colin Shindler - October 27, 2012
Such Israelophobia, enunciated by sections of the European left, dovetailed neatly with the rise of Islamism among Palestinians and throughout the Arab world. The Islamist obfuscation of "the Jew" mirrored the blindness of many a European Marxist. Despite the well-intentioned efforts of many Jews and Muslims to put aside their differing perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the offensive imagery of "the Jew" has persisted in many immigrant communities in Western Europe. Islamists were willing to share platforms with socialists and atheists, but not with Zionists.I don't believe I share all of Colin Shindler's premises (Yisrael Medad offers a critique), still this is a pretty powerful indictment of those who would say that they are only criticizing Israeli policies not condemning Israel. It's exceedingly difficult to separate the two.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 5 / Pro-Israel - 5
K) The Jews of Cuyahoga County - Roger Cohen - October 29, 2012
The case I heard in Ohio against Obama on Israel was the usual Republican hodgepodge of insinuations: The president went to Cairo but not Jerusalem, he snubbed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he reached out to Muslims but showed no love for Jews. They ignore all the defense and intelligence cooperation that led the Israeli defense minister, Ehud Barak, to say Obama had done "more than anything that I can remember in the past" for Israeli security.I would say that this screed is more antisemitic (at least in terms of Cohen's view of Jews who don't vote for Obama) than anti-Israel. This, of course, is a caricature of the critique of President Obama's record towards Israel. Barry Rubin presented the full case against Obama includng why his policies have hurt Israel. The ugliness expressed by Cohen is not unique to the opinion pages of the New York Times.
Running total: Anti-Israel - 6 / Pro-Israel - 5
Methodology: I searched the New York Times archive for all opinion articles during the month of October that mentioned Israel. I included articles (not letters) that were substantially about Israel. In the time I've been doing this, I don't believe I've ever had a month where the distribution was so even.
Labels: Middle East Media Sampler, New York Times, Soccer Dad


text:
Media, Creative, Web & App Development, Analytics, Consulting, mCommerce, Technology and Enterprise solutions. We deliver innovative marketing solutions that engage mobilized individuals with brand experiences at scale.
Our network has amassed over 60 global awards in the last 18 months including "Most Innovative App" at the Mobile World Congress. Plus Best in Show and three other awards at the APAC Mobile Marketing Association Awards, Festival of Media wins, Spikes, more than a dozen Mobile Design Awards and wins at the European Mobile Innovation awards.
We work with global leaders in every category – Auto, Retail, Entertainment, Services, Government and More.
Largest buyers of mobile media giving clients the best rates and exclusive opportunities.
Not sure about your beacons, wearables, in-car apps, connected homes and WiFi-analytics?
We have experts to guide you.
Ansible has the aggregated buying power to provide best in market rates, team members from publisher backgrounds who know what goes on behind the scenes, relationships that give us first-to-market opportunities and a development team that builds bespoke ad solutions to meet client challenges.
Clients challenge us to articulate what role mobile plays in their marketing, or indeed in their broader business. Our experienced and highly skilled team of consultants and strategists use our knowledge, imagination and innovation to define the problem and architect the optimal solution.
With hundreds of skilled developers across every technology platform there is no solution we can't create. Whether it's Java, iOS, Android, Microsoft, Linux, Salesforce, Adobe or any other platform we have the experience and expertise to deliver.
© 2016 Ansible. All Rights Reserved.
Ansible is an Interpublic Group company.


text:
Our Science Reviews
Boulder, Colorado
Laboratory science reviews are conducted periodically to evaluate the quality, relevance, and performance of research conducted in Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR) laboratories. These reviews are for both internal OAR/NOAA use for planning, programming, and budgeting, and external interests. It helps the Laboratory in its strategic planning of its future science. These reviews are also intended to ensure that OAR laboratory research is linked to the NOAA Strategic Plan, is relevant to NOAA Research mission and priorities, is of high quality as judged by preeminence criteria, and is carried out with a high level of performance.
Current Review:
- CSD Science Review March 2015
Prior Reviews:
- NOAA Research (OAR) Laboratory Reviews
- ESRL Atmospheric Chemistry Research Review January 2008
- Aeronomy Laboratory Science Review September 1998 (our origins)


text:
Your shopping cart is empty!
These Gold Series Neon Sculptures are perfect as gifts or personal additions.
Energy Efficient and low voltage neon sculptures use less power than a 30 watt light bulb and lasts for years.
Wall mounts are included with every neon sculpture for quick installation.
The base features an on/off switch and has rubber mounts to ensure no slippage on your desk or counter.


text:
Unless Brandon Coleman declares (seems unlikely) - this guy is the real deal. Would be perfect for the Seahawks at linebacker. If you get a chance to watch the Ole Miss/Georgia game on Saturday, keep an eye on #9. Fourth time I've watched him this year and it was his best game to date. Incredible, elite talent.
LINK: http://seahawksdraftblog.com/georgia-li ... -potential
"Linebacker isn't Seattle's greatest need but eventually Leroy Hill is going to move on or revert to a more limited role. Ogletree would be the perfect replacement at the WILL position. Not only would he offer another dimension to the pass rush at outside linebacker, he'd also solve some of the issues on third down. He's a former safety so has defensive back speed and can cover slot receivers underneath or tight ends on deeper routes over the middle. Third down defense is an area for improvement and Ogletree would provide that from day one. There's no reason why he couldn't develop into a player of Julian Peterson's quality, providing 7-10 sacks per year while being vastly superior in coverage."


text:
Tooling Article
In-Die Hydraulics to Manage Force Distribution
|Adding a programmable hydraulic cushion to this die, which stamps a stainless-steel range top, eliminated the need to use a press equipped with a programmable cushion.
"The ability of all-hydraulic systems to manage in-die force distribution," says Bogre, "has led to a surge in the use of these systems, from a relatively low installed base just a few years ago to where the systems now have become industry-acceptable." Suppliers of hydraulic in-die force-management systems, including Hyson (Brecksville, OH), have developed products that generate as much as 4500 PSI while managing the amount of heat generated during stamping.
Next-Gen Hydraulic Components
"All-hydraulic pressure systems now are more robust than previous generations of products," says Steve Reilly, Hyson's manager of product engineering. "Cylinder and valve designs have been optimized, including the cylinder's ability to flex under load should die alignment become less than perfect. Previous generations of hydraulic systems used more rigid cylinders that restricted motion and required precise die alignment. Not so today."
Also, state-of-the-art hydraulic systems are more self contained than their predecessors, making them more user-friendly. The packages are much simpler to retrofit to existing dies.
"Metalformers can retrofit the self-contained hydraulic system to add tonnage to an existing die," says Bogre. "Or, consider the case of a stamper that must move a die from a press with a locking cushion to a press lacking such a cushion. To maintain the locking capability for the die, a hydraulic-system retrofit to eliminate the need for a locking press cushion offers the perfect solution. Having that delay technology as part of the die, rather than the press, provides additional flexibility. Otherwise, the work might have to be outsourced to another stamper that has time on a press with a hydraulic cushion. Keep the force-control technology in the die, and any press can do the job."
Benefiting New Die Builds
More significant benefits come from using the systems in new-die construction, for those applications where "stampers want to be able to help their customers leverage opportunities to improve their part designs but may be limited in press tonnage," says Hyson's general manager Hank Kelm.
"Hydraulic systems
"Yet one more trend," Reilly continues, "lies with companies that operate more than one stamping facility and look to move work among their plants. Keeping the delay technology with the die gives them the flexibility to do this. We recently experienced this with an appliance OEM that took a stove-top design developed and initially stamped in Italy. When the market for this product expanded into the United States, engineers studied best practices and determined that a pad delay was required. However, the U.S. supplier lacked available press time on its cushion-equipped presses, so, it added a delay system to the die using an all-hydraulic setup."
Also Popular with HVAC OEMs
In addition to automotive and appliance stampers, HVAC OEMs and their suppliers have taken to using in-die hydraulic systems to manage the force profile in the die.
"The new SEER ratings (Seasonal Energy-Efficiency Rating) handed down a few years ago," says Kelm, "led to the development of thousands of new dies, many of which required delays due to complex part features and forms. Many of these new dies incorporated hydraulic force-control systems—in one case an OEM was able to significantly reduce blank size by 20 percent, resulting in a return on investment for the hydraulic system much quicker than anticipated."
Summarizing the benefits of recent developments that have made all-hydraulic control in the die accepted practice in stamping shops, Bogre says: "This is technology that allows the stamper to say 'yes' to product designers looking to gain an edge on their competition, and 'yes' to OEMs specifying the use of advanced high-strength steels."
"And we're not stopping there," adds Kelm, describing continued development efforts under to help stampers become more efficient and improve productivity. One of the more recent introductions is a press custhion that removes the variability of running dies on different presses.
"For example," explains Kelm, "consider the common case of a die that's been developed and tried out in one press, then is expected to run production on another press. Production presses likely have a lot of wear and tear, guidance issues and other mechanical variations that can require the stamper to spend a lot of time tweaking a die that ran perfectly in tryout to get it to run in production. Next-generation press cushions will take that variability out of the equation, by being able to provide the identical force-distribution pattern regardless of the press the die runs in. This will ensure that dies will run perfectly in production immediately after moving from tryout, significantly reducing time to market and providing OEMs in any industry yet another competitive edge." MF
See also: HYSON Metal Forming Solutions
Related Enterprise Zones: Tool & Die


text:
EERIE, Ind., Aug. 13 (UPI) -- An online security service provider called HideMyAss.com has launched a campaign to help combat Internet censorship.
Dubbed The Pussycat Riot after the Russian punk group, the initiative is selling cat-scratch posts emblazoned with the faces of either North Korean leader Kim Jong Un or Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The handcrafted posts sell for $7,500 and each took teams of artists more than 200 hours to finish.
Putin and Jong Un are also featured on more moderately priced $5 kitty-litter boxes. Those are already sold out, but the boxes also come outfitted with the faces of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan or Egypt's Abdel Fattah El Sisi.
So we've SOLD OUT of our Kim Jong Un and Vladamir Putin litter trays - other leaders still remain >> http://t.co/fVDfQAV8l1 #ThePussyCatRiot— The Pussycat Riot (@ThePussycatRiot) August 12, 2014
"From the very heart of the Internet we raise our banner with #ThePussycatRiot: a new protest movement to unite the cats of the world and their owners in opposition to cyber censorship," according to the PRC website.
All of the money raised from the products will reportedly be donated to the charity Index on Censorship.
"We aim to raise awareness of the oppressive regimes preventing people from freely enjoying the boundless wealth of mankind's innovation and creativity... And cat videos. Every revolution begins with a spark. Normally, a bright red dot on the wall would suffice. Ours begins with five freedom felines, and a hashtag: #PussyCatRiot."


text:
Holidays in Valdaora/Olang
The four villages of Valdaora di Sopra/Oberolang, Valdaora di Mezzo/Mitterolang, Valdaora di Sotto/Niederolang & Sorafurcia/Geiselsberg lie at the foot of the Kronplatz ski mountain in the heart of the nature parksFanes-Sennes-Prags and Rieserferner-Ahrn. Holidays in Valdaora are beloved in summer and winter time. And for good reason! Hike seven valleys in seven days and conquer 100s of kilometres of slopes at the Kronplatz ski mountain. Valdaora is an exceptional place for family holidays: Discover excitement for young and old during family-friendly hikes, at the village swimming pool with its especially comfortable temperatures, at children's world with a forest playground, and at the water and climbing centre.


text:
Why did you take a ten year break from directing movies?
What was the deciding factor in writing and directing Youth Without Youth?
Do you have faith in the younger generation of filmgoers?
What problems do you see facing young people today?
Did you always have the self confidence that you're so well known for?
How do you stay in touch with your instincts?
How does a story's theme inform the production process?
How do you collaborate with your cinematographer?
What did you learn from famed cinematographers, Gordon Willis and Vittorio Storaro?
What are your future plans as a filmmaker?
How do you rehearse your actors?
What lessons did you learn after the failure of Zoetrope studios?
Why don't prominent directors band together professionally to protect their work?
What have you learned about the "business" of Hollywood?
What can you share about your upcoming film Tetro?
What is the secret to making personal films?
Are you utilizing digital tools in your upcoming films?
Who are your favorite film directors?
Who are your favorite new generation film directors?
Winner: Best Adapted Screenplay
Winner: Best Picture
Winner: Best Director
Winner: Best Adapted Screenplay
Nomination: Best Picture
Nomination: Best Picture
Nomination: Original Screenplay
Cannes Film Festival: Palme d'Or
Winner: Best Picture
Winner: Best Director
Winner: Best Adapted Screenplay
Cannes Film Festival: Palme d'Or
CREATOR-PRODUCER-DIRECTOR-CAMERA: Peter Hyoguchi
PRODUCER-INTERVIEWER: Timothy Rhys
EDITOR: Patrick Francis
FILM (director): Youth Without Youth, The Rainmaker, Jack, Bram Stoker's Dracula, The Godfather, Part III, The Godfather, Part II, The Godfather,
Tucker-The Man and His Dream, Gardens of Stone, Peggy Sue Got Married, Captain EO, The Cotton Club, Rumble Fish, The Outsiders, One From The Heart, Apocalypse Now, The Conversation, The Rain People, Finian's Rainbow, You're a Big Boy Now, Dementia 13
FILM (writer): Youth Without Youth, The Rainmaker, The Godfather, Part III, New York Stories,
Captain EO, The Cotton Club, Rumble Fish, One From The Heart, Apocalypse Now, The Godfather, Part II, The Conversation, The Great Gatsby, The Godfather, Patton, The Rain People, You're a Big Boy Now, Is Paris Burning?, This Property Is Condemned, Dementia 13, Tonight for Sure
FILM (producer): Youth Without Youth, The Good Shepherd, Marie Antoinette, Kinsey, Lost in Translation, Jeepers Creepers 2, Assassination Tango, Pumpkin, The Legend of Suriyothai,
Jeepers Creepers, No Such Thing, CQ, Sleepy Hollow, Goosed, The Third Miracle, The Virgin Suicides, The Florentine, Lanai-Loa, Jack,
Haunted, My Family, Don Juan DeMarco, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, The Secret Garden, The Junky's Christmas, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Wind,
The Godfather, Part III, Wait Until Spring, Bandini,
Powaqqatsi - Life in Transformation, Tough Guys Don't Dance, Lionheart, Gardens of Stone,
Mishima - A Life in Four Chapters, Rumble Fish,
The Black Stallion Returns, Koyaanisqatsi - Life Out of Balance, Hammett, The Escape Artist,
Kagemusha, The Black Stallion, Apocalypse Now,
The Godfather, Part II, The Conversation,
American Graffiti, THX 1138, The Making of 'The Rain People', The Terror, Tonight for Sure
TV: "The 4400", "Platinum", "In My Life", "First Wave", "Moby Dick", "Outrage ", "Buddy", "The Odyssey", "Survival on the Mountain", "Dark Angel", "Kidnapped", "Tecumseh: The Last Warrior", "White Dwarf", "The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980", "The Outsiders", "Faerie Tale Theatre"
THE GODFATHER PART II - Trailer
THE GODFATHER PART III - Trailer
APOCALYPSE NOW REDUX - Trailer
THE CONVERSATION (1974) - Trailer
BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA - Trailer
AMERICAN GRAFFITI (1973) - Trailer
MARY SHELLEY'S FRANKENSTEIN - Trailer
Short: Film Preservation and Technology
Short: Francis Predicts Youtube
Short: Making of CQ by Eleanor Coppola
Short: Suntory Ads by Akira Kurosawa
Clip: MISHIMA: A LIFE IN FOUR CHAPTERS
"Don't Box Me In" Stewart Copeland and Stan Ridgway
Clip: THE BLACK STALLION (1979)
Clip: AMERICAN GRAFFITI (1973)
Clip: Coppola Gives Oscar to Scorcese


text:
Thank you for your interest in the pediped® Outlet. We respond to all emails within 24-48 hours,
Monday through Friday. pediped footwear places great value upon the comments and suggestions it receives
from its customers. Your email address will not be used other than to reply to your question or comment.
You should receive an auto-reply to confirm we received you comment.


text:
Enabling a mobile version
In Quick Shopping Cart®, you can expand the visibility of your online store by enabling a mobile version. It lets shoppers easily view your online store on mobile devices.
With Deluxe and Premium accounts, you can customize your mobile storefront to attract more mobile shoppers. For information about customizing your mobile storefront, see Customizing your mobile storefront .
To Enable a Mobile Version of Your Online Store
- Log in to your Quick Shopping Cart account.
- From the Set Up menu, go to the Design section, and then click Mobile Storefront.
- Click Turn on mobile Web store.
- Click OK.
Note: If you need to disable your mobile storefront, from the Mobile Storefront page, click Turn off mobile Web store.
Publish your store to reflect the changes. For more information, see How to publish .


text:
The valley is nestled in the green Himalayan foothills, a wedge of cultivated land where the scenery is so idyllic and the wheat and highland barley grow so high that it is easy to overlook the tiny man sitting by the road with a black pig on his lap.
His name is Gyampa, and when he props up his stunted body with a cane, he stands maybe 1.2m tall. He is bent at odd angles, his wrists knotted and his elbows swollen the size of lemons. He is not agile or strong enough to control the pig, so he has roped it around the waist and staked it to the ground.
He has what people in this tiny village simply call "the pain," known to medical researchers as Kashin-Beck disease, or Big Bone disease. Nor is he alone. Nearly everyone in the village, including the children who happily show off their swollen elbows, either suffers from or has been exposed to the disease. The situation is so bad that in October the government is planning to move everyone away.
"There is an illness in this ground," said Trakock, 39, a villager who like many Tibetans uses only one name, and whose sister, Trasel, suffers from the disease.
Throughout Tibet, where much of the population lives in villages largely disconnected from the modern world, Big Bone disease is a severe problem, infecting roughly 9 percent of the population. In the most severe cases, the disease can cause the long bones in the arms and legs to stop growing during childhood, as was the case with Gyampa.
Researchers believe that the soil near villages like Boronggang is infected with a fungus that contributes to Big Bone disease. Scientists have yet to discover a cure, but they believe that bad water, poor diet and crops grown in mineral-deficient soil are also at least partly to blame.
"It's really a disease of poverty," said Francoise Begaux, who worked with villagers for five years as part of a research project sponsored by Doctors Without Borders, and who now works for another aid group, Terma Foundation. "It's the people who can't afford to have different kinds of food."
The problem is compounded, Begaux and other researchers say, because Kashin-Beck is largely forgotten. The disease has been eradicated or brought under control nearly everywhere except China. Within China, it is particularly acute in Tibet, one of the poorest regions. Yet last year Doctors Without Borders halted their Tibet project because of budget restraints.
So late last summer, the physicians and researchers who had been visiting Boronggang about twice a week stopped coming. They did leave gifts: a new grain thresher to help dry the wheat and barley and, in the process, reduce risks of contamination; fungicide to treat the fields and a final shipment of the iodine and selenium that had been used to offset mineral deficiencies in the children. Those medicines have since run out.
"I don't take any medicine anymore because the doctors are not here anymore," said Tenzen Pungtsock, a 15-year-old boy, whose elbow is knobby, but who seems to have a milder form of the disease.
The children today at least have a better understanding of why so many people are sick. When he was a child, Gyampa, 61, knew only that he stopped growing, not why. In medical terms, the growth cartilage in his arms and legs developed necrosis and stunted his growth. With age, his joints have weakened with arthritis, so that now he earns money by mending clothes. He is too weak to do farm work.
Chinese officials boast that farmers and herdsmen in rural Tibet enjoy free health care, but Gyampa said he never saw a doctor until about a decade ago, when the first Western physicians arrived in the village. Now that the Western doctors have stopping coming, he takes Tibetan medicine for the pain that regularly flares in his hips and joints.


text:
All Product Details
Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe is an internationally known Bible teacher and the former pastor of The Moody Church in Chicago. For ten years he was associated with the Back to the Bible radio broadcast, first as Bible teacher and then as general director. Dr. Wiersbe has written more than 160 books, including the popular "BE" series of Bible commentaries, which has sold more than four million copies. He and his wife, Betty, live in Lincoln, Nebraska.


text:
A World Of Events
Throughout their career water professionals need to stay current by regularly updating and enhancing their skills, knowledge and know-how. IWA Events champion learning and professional updating in the water sector, and promote excellence and leadership in all aspects of water management with the aim of realising our common goal of a water wise world.
From major international meetings to small specialist conferences, IWA Events explore the frontiers of science, technology and practice, and bring to life leading-edge, pragmatic and innovative solutions for urban and basin-wide water and sanitation challenges.


text:
John Kriskiewicz
A native New Yorker, John holds a professional degree in Architecture from Pratt Institute, is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects, and a member of DOCOMOMO New York Tri-State. Over the past three decades he has taught courses focused on architectural and planning history at Parsons School of Design, The Cooper Union, Fashion Institute of Technology, Stern College for Women and Manhattan College while designing tour programs and lectures for many of New York City's institutions and corporations. Exhibitions and articles have revealed history and preservation issues to a broad audience.
John admits to a special affinity for New York's extensive infrastructure as well as its Mid-Century Modern heritage as can be seen in his contribution to the 2015 documentry film, MODERN RUIN: A WORLD'S FAIR PAVILION.
American Institute of Architects, Associate, New York Chapter
Summer Studies Constructed Env (Summer 2019)


text:
Changes in staffing, resources and case referral processes have resulted in more suspensions and debarments.
Federal agencies are strengthening programs to find and punish unethical contractors, and the efforts may have paid off in increased suspension and debarment activity, according to a new watchdog report.
Governmentwide suspensions and debarments have increased from 1,836 in fiscal 2009 to 4,812 in fiscal 2013, the Government Accountability Office reported (GAO-14-513). And at six agencies that had minimal suspension and debarment activity but made changes to staffing, guidance and the case referral process as recommended by GAO in 2011, the increase was even more dramatic. These agencies went from a total of 19 suspension and debarment actions in fiscal 2009 to a collective 271 actions in fiscal 2013.
The six agencies GAO studied -- the Commerce, Health and Human Services, Justice, State and Treasury departments and the Federal Emergency Management Agency -- all saw a big jump in their suspension and debarment activity in fiscal 2011, the year they began to address GAO's recommendations for successful programs. The Justice Department, for instance, went from five actions in fiscal 2010 to 50 in fiscal 2011. Though all six agencies made improvements in the same three general areas GAO pinpointed -- "a suspension and debarment program with dedicated staff, detailed policies and procedures, and practices that encourage an active referral process" -- they emphasized different reasons for their increased activity level, the report said.
Justice Department officials told GAO that a January 2012 attorney general memorandum reminding litigating authorities and the FBI to watch for potential cases and coordinate with suspension and debarment offices led to more referrals. The Commerce, State and Treasury departments noted improvements in training and better coordination between the inspector general and suspension and debarment officials. FEMA attributed its increases to a centralized suspension and debarment office, a directive setting common standards, increased staffing and training. HHS said its IG office has provided more resources for training investigators and auditors on making referrals.
The Office of Management and Budget released governmentwide suspension and debarment guidance in November 2011, GAO said, and all 24 agencies that report to the Interagency Suspension and Debarment Committee have complied with the directives to name an official responsible for suspension and debarment, address resources and policies, and strengthen procedures for forwarding potential cases of misconduct to the appropriate officials.
GAO did not make any recommendations, and cautioned that Interagency Suspension and Debarment Committee "officials do not consider the overall number of suspensions and debarments as the only measure of success, and emphasized that increased suspension and debarment activity has been coupled with agencies' increased capability to use suspension and debarment appropriately and adhere to the principles of fairness and due process as laid out in the governing regulations." OMB told GAO that it was pleased with agencies' progress.
(Image via Brian A Jackson/Shutterstock.com)
NEXT STORY: Time Management: Taming Your Inner Rebel


text:
To send encrypted messages, you need the recipient's certificate (public key). Mail accesses this certificate using one of two methods, depending on whether the recipient is in your Exchange environment. This article explains both methods.
Message encryption
When configuring S/MIME for your account, you can choose to 'Encrypt by Default' when composing new messages.
If you turn on the 'Encrypt by Default' preference, you can still encrypt on a per-message basis using the blue lock icon:
Send encrypted messages to people in your Exchange environment
If your recipient is a user in the same Exchange environment, iOS finds the necessary certificate for message encryption. iOS consults the global address list (GAL) and your contacts.
Follow these steps to send encrypted messages to contacts in your Exchange environment:
- Compose a new message in Mail. Notice the unlocked lock icon, indicating that message encryption is enabled for your Exchange account.
- Begin addressing the message to a recipient in your Exchange organization.
- Mail consults the GAL to discover the recipient's S/MIME certificate.
- When Mail finds a certificate, a lock icon appears to the right of the recipient's contact name, and the address is highlighted in blue. Notice the larger blue lock icon, it can be used to toggle encryption for the message allowing you to easily compose both encrypted and an unencrypted messages.
- If you add a recipient and Mail can't find the certificate, that address is highlighted in red and an unlocked icon appears to the right of the recipient's address. The message designation will now show unlocked and Unable to Encrypt.
Send an encrypted message to someone outside your Exchange environment
If the intended recipient is outside the sender's Exchange environment or if the sender isn't using an Exchange account, the recipient's certificate must be installed on the device. Use these steps.
- In a signed message from your intended recipient, tap the sender's address. Invalid signatures have a red question mark to the right of the sender's address. Mail indicates valid signatures with a blue check mark to the right of the sender's address.
- If the sender's certificate was issued by an unknown certificate authority that doesn't reside within your Exchange environment, tap View Certificate.
- To install and trust the sender's signing certificate, tap Install.
- The Install button changes color to red and reads Remove. Tap Done in the upper-right to complete the certificate-installation process.
- iOS associates this digital certificate with the recipient's email address, allowing for message encryption.


text:
Updated February 2020
TWP 1500 Series Review in 2020
Here at DeckStainHelp.com we take pride in the fact that we have become the Internet's go-to site for all things exterior wood and deck restoration related. Hearing from our customers who have used TWP 1500 stain in the past, their decks have held up to the test of time and weather after this harsh winter. It is also one of our top go-to stains for our restoration business. As always, we appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects if you have them.
Important Note: This is our 2nd Review of TWP 1500 Series. Our first review of the TWP 1500 Stain was started in 2010 and completed in 2012.
See Here for First Review: TWP 1500 Series Review
*Note: TWP 1500 and the TWP 100 are the only deck stains registered by the EPA as a wood preservative. The 1500 is compliant in all US states while the 100 Series is not.
TWP Deck Stains – 1500 Series Review
TWP 1500 Stain Deck Stain Scores (1-10)
Appearance After Initial Stain Application: 8.5
For the pine deck, we used the TWP 1530 Natural. This is not a "clear" but rather a traditional cedar color in our opinion. The manufacturer stated they made this color in the 1500 Series to match the color of the TWP 101 Cedartone. This allows for an easy switch from the 100 Series for consumers who are in a low VOC state.
The wood grain was highlighted naturally with the 1530 Natural semi-transparent tint. The 1500 does not mask or film on top of the wood grain.
Preventing UV Graying at 2 Year Mark: 8.5
Excellent at preventing UV graying at the two-year mark. For the vertical railings, the TWP 1500 lost very little of the color. For the horizontals, we saw close to 80% color retention.
Same results as last time and one of the better products for preventing color fading
Wear/Tear and Peeling: 8
The TWP 1500 penetrates deep into the wood reducing the chance of wearing. We find that the 1500 Scored well here for a low VOC oil-based stain.
Note that when staining brand new wood with TWP, we have found that it is best to let the wood season in the elements for at least 3+ months. Once it is weathered, we prep with a deck cleaner and wood brightener to enhance the stain penetration. Only 1 coat of the TWP 1500 for new smooth wood.


text:
|TidBITS#17 19900820
Apple finally stopped protecting the information about the new (relatively) low-cost Macs enough so MacWEEK published specs, though the local Apple rep has said that people at Apple haven't finished arguing about what the details will be. It appears that there will be a 68000-based machine, the Mac Classic (wasn't John Sculley from Pepsi, not Coca-Cola? :-)), a 68020 machine, the Mac LC, and the IIsi, a 20 MHz 68030 machine placed right below the IIci in power. All the machines will include 2 meg of RAM.
Prices haven't been finally set, but people on Usenet have been batting around $2000 as the list price for the Mac Classic. This has brought up the age-old debate of whether or not the Macintosh line is pricy in comparison to comparable PC-clones. The major conclusion that seems to have appeared is that the Mac line and the PC clones are not comparable - at least for knowledgeable users. One problem with the higher prices for the Mac is that inexperienced users will buy the machine that will perform basic computer stuff at the lowest price, and that machine will seldom be a Macintosh. Apple will have to face a small market share in that price range, but it may be worth it if most inexperienced home users never upgrade to more powerful equipment.
Our feeling is that yes, you can get a powerful PC for less than you can get a powerful Mac. One catch is that you really have to know what you are doing if you want to get the lowest price around via mail order, because the cheaper machines have worse support, cheaper parts, and negligible documentation. A power user can get away with that, but a novice user could be burnt badly in the process. Another catch is that the prices go up rapidly when you start outfitting a PC to be more like a Mac, with extra memory, networking hardware, a VGA monitor and card, a mouse, Windows, a large hard disk, and a fast processor. The major difference I see is intense competition between the major vendors, forcing prices to drop constantly. Apple could get into the market gently that way, by allowing the most reputable mail-order vendors to sell Macs at whatever price they want. Nah, it'll never happen.
Information from:
Adam C. Engst -- TidBITS Editor
Jim Gaynor -- firstname.lastname@example.com
Matthew T. Russotto -- firstname.lastname@example.com
Norman Goodger -- firstname.lastname@example.com
Peter Kovac -- firstname.lastname@example.com
Paul Raulerson -- email@example.com
Related articles:
MacWEEK -- 21-Aug-90, Vol. 4 #29, pg. 1
InfoWorld -- 20-Aug-90, Vol. 12 #34, pg. 1


text:
As an innovator of high performance analog semiconductors enabling connectivity across a broad range of end markets, our devices support Major Appliances. Leveraging our systems expertise and broad product portfolio, we partner with our customers to develop solutions that solve increasingly complex analog design challenges.
Front-end Module for Major Appliances Applications
Low-Noise Amplifier for Major Appliances Applications
Front-end Module for Door Locks Applications


text: My driver's side window broke so I purchased a driver and passenger side window motor thinking that I might as well replace both of them. When I opened the panel for the passenger side, I found out that it already had the newer style window motor in it that a previous owner had installed. So I have a new passenger side window motor for sale. Asking $250 plus shipping. This is a brand new, never used Delorean passenger side window motor/regulator lift. The OEM motors were flimsy units which had plastic mounting pieces which can break and the split tubes would malfunction causing the cables to malfunction. This new unit is made of metal eliminating those problems. Get this and fix your window. Comes with instructions.


text:
Don't forget, Rockstar said today's the day they plan to reveal the official Grand Theft Auto V trailer.
Will it give us a glimpse of the game's stars? What city the game is set in? Why the V in the logo looks like money? Were our sources right about the game?
We'll know soon enough. The trailer is set to go live at noon eastern, 9 a.m. pacific, 4 p.m. GMT.
You can contact Brian Crecente, the author of this post, at email@example.com. You can also find him on Twitter, Facebook, and lurking around our #tips page.


text:
Some coupons & discounts are not applicable to certain brands or products. Additional discounts & coupons are also not applicable to items that are marked as:
At eBags, Free Shipping, Percent Savings, Dollar Savings and Reward offers are all considered to be promotional offers. Free Shipping is not available to Alaska or Hawaii.
Coupons and discounts apply only to available inventory and your next purchase. We're sorry, but we do not offer rain checks. Coupons and discounts may not be combined with other coupons or discounts. Coupons and discounts may not be applied to the purchase of email gift certificates or to eBags corporate sales orders.
Free Shipping promotions are determined based on the total pre-tax value of the items in your shopping cart after any discounts have been applied.
X-SmallSized for the minimum. Tablet or eReader, notepad or file.
SmallSized for light everyday use or an overnight trip. Tablet or eReader, books, toiletries, change of clothes.
MediumSized for heavier use. Small laptop, tablet, books, toiletries, or 1-2 days' clothing.
LargeSized for 3-5 day travel. Clothing, shoes, toiletries, books. May be carry-on size.
X-LargeSized for 5-7 day travel. Clothing, shoes, toiletries, books. Not carry-on compliant.
We'll reply within one business day.
The quickest way to get help.
Find answers online.
Need a great gift delivered immediately?Give an eBags email gift card.
Terms of Use |
Privacy Policy
| Vendor Inquiries |
Contact Us: 1-800-820-6126
All other trademarks not owned by eBags.com or its subsidiaries that appear on this site are the property of their respective owners.
eBags USA © 1999 - 2020 eBags, LLC. All rights reserved.Y
Limit of per customer.


text:
Moreton Bay is home to approximately 600 bottlenose dolphins and each evening as the sun begins to set across the water, a small pod makes their way to the shores of Tangalooma Island Resort. Since 1992, resort guests have had the opportunity to hand feed the dolphins as part of the Tangalooma wild dolphin feeding program.
Currently up to 11 dolphins frequent the shores of Tangalooma, hunting, surfing and playing with fellow pod members. The jetty at Tangalooma is the perfect platform for viewing and observing these wild dolphins as they continuously entertain all with their inquisitive antics. A dedicated Dolphin Care Team records the dolphins' behaviour each evening, monitoring growth, behaviour and interactions.
Included in selected accommodation and day cruise packages is the opportunity to wade into the water to feed these playful creatures. Day guests travelling on the Dolphin Adventure Tour also have the chance to participate in this unforgettable experience.
Only official guests of the resort are able to participate in this program.
|Cost AUD
|Valid From
|Indicative Prices
|Dolphin Feeding is included with most accommodation packages booked directly with the resort. Day Cruise pricing with Dolphin Feeding inclusions starts at AUD199 for Adults and AUD149 for children.
Note: Information on listed products and services are provided by the operator and were correct at the time of publishing. Rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available prices of products and services. Please visit the operator's website for further information. All prices quoted are in Australian dollars (AUD).


text:
UConn report finds one-third of Hartford's preschoolers overweight or obese
(Medical Xpress)—A study conducted by University of Connecticut researchers finds more than one-third of Hartford preschoolers are overweight or obese with rates far above the national average for children of the same age. The report's findings were released during a news conference at Hartford City Hall today.
Researchers with the Center for Public Health and Health Policy (CPHHP) at UConn recorded the height and weight of 1,120 Hartford preschoolers and found that 20 percent were obese and 17 percent were overweight.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines show that 10 percent of preschool children nationally are overweight and 5 percent are obese.
"The results are alarming and we as a city must address this issue directly if we want to ensure a healthy, productive future for all residents in Hartford," Mayor Pedro Segarra said in a statement.
The report measured the weight status of children attending center-based preschool programs in Hartford. Seventy-three percent of three-year-old children attend such centers, compared to the national average of 43 percent.
The Department of Families, Youth, and Recreation realized this offered Hartford a unique opportunity to develop system-wide interventions that could significantly reduce the prevalence of obesity in its children. To better evaluate the need, the department contracted CPHHP to provide baseline data on child weight status in city programs.
All 35 centers fully cooperated with the surveillance project resulting in a usable study sample of 1,120 Hartford preschoolers. The ethnicity of children in the centers closely paralleled that of the demographics in the city with 54 percent reported as African-American/black, and 37 percent as Latino.
Boys were just as likely to be overweight or obese as girls, but children with a reported ethnicity of Latino were significantly more likely to be overweight or obese than children listed as African-American. Children, ages four and five, were more likely to be overweight or obese than younger enrollees. At all centers except one, over 30 percent of the children were overweight or obese.
"Many children enter preschool programs already programmed for obesity," says Ann Ferris, director of UConn's Center for Public Health and Health Policy. "Children should not grow fatter in this age group. This is especially the case because during this stage of growth and development when incremental changes in height are greater than those of weight, resulting in longer legs and arms and increased trunk length, obesity prevalence should decrease. The data shows the opposite occurring among preschoolers in Hartford."
The report noted that as a greater percentage of the preschool population becomes obese, both parents and teachers lose perspective on what is a healthy weight for a child. Earlier studies in Hartford found that parents of preschool children do not see obesity as an issue, especially when they compare the weight of their children with playmates who also have unhealthy weights. These unhealthy weights are seen as "normal."
Ferris says although the problem seems insurmountable, the solutions are feasible. For preschool children, the average change needed from current energy intake may be less than 35 Kcal/day. This equates to the reduction of about 2 oz. of apple juice or an increase of less than 15 minutes of activity. Creating these changes falls within the purview of a center-based program.
"However, these programs support children during one critical, but limited, phase in the children's lives," explains Ferris. "To have long lasting impact, supportive programming for home, health care, early childcare, and other school, faith, and community environments that provide opportunities for healthful living must bookmark their work."
Explore further


text:
I was a designated marksman in 1st Battalion, 6th Marines, B Company. In 2010, my company was inserted by helicopter into Marjah, Afghanistan. The SureFire HL1-D-TN mounted on my helmet saved me from the first time my boots hit the ground, getting off the bird. There was no moon for ambient light, and if you've ever worn a night-vision PVS-14, you know how hard it is to see. The infrared illumination from my SureFire Helmet Light allowed me to get set up and in position for the long firefight that started when the sun rose. It also allowed my platoon to know exactly where I was, thanks to its infrared IFF flashing beacon. I'm sad to say that, on the second day of the firefight, I was shot in my helmet by a sniper and my Helmet Light was lost. But my family was quick to send a replacement, which made subsequent patrols so much easier. Thanks, SureFire.
Andrew K
Casper, WY
See the SureFire Helmet LightsHL1-A HL1-B-TN HL1-C-TN HL1-D-TN
I am a US Army soldier mechanic. I was in Kandahar, Afghanistan, and was getting ready to go on a convoy when my battle buddy handed me a SureFire Helmet Light. I was able to quickly attach it to my helmet with the easy-to-mount base, and that light was a godsend while on that convoy. It seemed like I grew an extra arm overnight. I had a vehicle break down while we were traveling through some rough terrain. I had to fix some air lines to get the vehicle operational again, and the Helmet Light gave me the needed access to both of my hands. As a mechanic, a good light is a must—especially if it's hands free.
After that mission, I ordered two lights for each of my soldiers, plus the attachments that hook it to our body armor. It's such a small item, but it gives us that much more confidence and ability to keep our trucks on the road in Afghanistan. My SureFire is the benchmark for any flashlight that comes in front of me, and they usually just don't compare. Thank you, SureFire.
Timothy E.
Albany, OR
See the SureFire Helmet LightsHL1-A HL1-B-TN HL1-C-TN HL1-D-TN
My SureFire HL1-A Helmet Light saved my life in 2011. I went to climb Mt. Everest, and I was told to bring two headlamps (made by some other manufacturer) and two flashlights made by the other guys as well. I knew better and brought my two small but bright handheld flashlights, and I purchased two SureFire HL1-A Helmet Lights so I could be innovative and bring my ops core helmet with my Helmet Lights attached to its rails.
Upon arriving at base camp, everyone had to show their equipment to the guides. The guides did not like my idea of my Helmet Lights and did not want to hear about how they are bright and the best helmet-mounted lights money can buy. I was given another brand of headlamp but told that I could still use my helmet.
Fast forwarding to summit day, we were hit by a heavy storm and close to -50° F degree weather. Our headlamps we were given all failed in the extreme cold. It was 4:45 a.m., and we were nowhere near the summit when we were forced to turn around, but it was pitch black out. I had stashed my two Helmet Lights in my pack and was able to locate them and attach them both to the rails on my helmet. I was able to guide six people to safety with those two HL1-As.
Now anything from SureFire is not only allowed by those guides, it's probably mandatory. Thanks, SureFire.
Sean D.
Antelope, CA
See the SureFire Helmet LightsHL1-A HL1-B-TN HL1-C-TN HL1-D-TN
The Surefire Helmet Light with built-in IFF (Identify Friend or Foe) transponder was a piece of equipment my team and my command fought to get for months. Finally, I made a few deals and scored us a couple of Helmet Lights for Downed Aircraft Recovery missions.
During the months in Kandahar, our team responded to multiple sites, all in the middle of the night. One night, our team was inserted under fire. The helicopter and team were taking fire; one round hit the tool box they had and bounced off a team member's helmet. As they took up firing positions, they had the IFFs on their Helmet Lights on. Overwatch provided a Reaper drone that picked up the IFF signals and clearly identified the bad guys from the good guys.
I have no doubt, SureFire, that you provided the necessary tools that saved the lives of my men, preventing friendly fire and getting them home safely. From a grateful and proud team, thank you for having our backs.
Joseph K.
Fort Campbell, KY
PS: I got the go-ahead to order more Helmet Lights. Thanks, Big Army. Also, thanks for the easy-to-find NSNs.
See the SureFire Helmet LightsHL1-A HL1-B-TN HL1-C-TN HL1-D-TN
In 2010, I was critically wounded in Kandahar, Afghanistan, by an IED and small-arms ambush while on foot patrol. I had life-threatening wounds and was permanently blinded in my left eye. I returned fire, but every weapon attachment was busted. We had five additional wounded and two KIA (killed in action).
After medevac and return to The States, my equipment was returned to me. Every weapon attachment was busted; however, my SureFire WeaponLight and LED Helmet Light still functioned. They were cracked and peppered from shrapnel, but they still shined on, bright as ever. These lights took serious abuse but still came out on top.
I still use them when any critical situation arises. Through hell or high-water, these products work.
Wade C. - OEF 10 US Army, 82nd Airborne
Red Lodge, MT
See the SureFire Helmet LightsHL1-A HL1-B-TN HL1-C-TN HL1-D-TN
An A+ to the Warranty/Repairs Department at SureFire. I purchased a G2® LED and a Helmet Light, both of which were beaten to near death by me. SureFire was very helpful in sending me replacement parts and even replaced my Helmet Light for no charge. Thanks, SureFire. You now have a customer for life.
Rod H.
Anchorage, AK
See the SureFire Helmet Lights
At 17:00 hrs in late September, the Lincoln volunteer ambulance was paged to rescue a hunter who'd fallen and fractured his leg. He was five miles from the trailhead in the Scapegoat Wilderness. Most of the route he'd traveled was off the forest service trail and followed a creek up the Continental Divide over steep terrain. We were able to locate him about 19:00 hrs (after the sun set). We had a couple of flashlights, but, unfortunately, the six extra batteries I always carry were tucked safely in my vest back down the mountain on the passenger seat of the ambulance. We managed to get the hunter off the mountain by 23:30, but as we started hiking back, our flashlights died. Luckily, I had my SureFire Helmet_Light with me, so I mounted it to the Tango Down mount on my cap, and was able to lead us safely back to the trail head, where our ambulance awaited us.
Robert F.
Lincoln, MT
See the SureFire Helmet LightsHL1-A HL1-B-TN HL1-C-TN HL1-D-TN
Prior to deploying to the Afghan Pakistani border, we were each issued a SureFire Helmet_Light. During one of our patrols in a remote village near the border, my platoon stopped to talk to some elders about the security in their village. I was pulling security at the 12 o'clock position, and, after a few moments, many of the villagers started coming out to talk to us. Before long there were about 50 people around us, talking to my platoon leader. Suddenly, an insurgent in the crowd came up behind me and swung a sickle at my neck. The force of the impact knocked me to the ground. For a second I didn't realize what had happened, but I felt a throbbing pain in my neck. The insurgent immediately dropped his sickle and disappeared into the crowd. It took about two seconds before the entire crowd dispersed in all directions.
After the medic bandaged my neck, I realized my SureFire Helmet Light had been cut in half. The force of the blow had been enough to slice through its tough polymer body. If I hadn't been wearing that light, I'm confident things would've been a lot worse for me. That little Helmet Light saved my life then and there, and continues to protect my colleagues while they're out conducting nighttime missions. Thank you, SureFire, for making such an outstanding product.
Matthew M.
FOB Connolly, Afghanistan