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- Anonymous3/08/2014 08:00:00 PM
Great photos as always!ReplyDelete
Did you increase clarity of the old man's eye? His eyes seem really brilliant.Replies
Thanks for the kind words. There was something not right about his eyes, not sure if he had a disease going on of some sort, but the eyes were the way I found them. I am no eye expert, perhaps someone can shed some light. I can post up a photo with colors if needed.Delete
In my opinion, ( I'm a doctor ), this is an arcus senilis. Follow this for more info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arcus_senilisDelete
Great photos as usual
Thanks Andre for the info.Delete
Hi Robin !ReplyDelete
Very nice pictures, as usual. My favorite being Portrait of a Stranger 3, those eyes are crazy !
Did you also get the chance to shoot that X-T1 ? What are your thoughts about it ?
Thanks for the kind words. The thing that drew me to shoot the man was his eyes, but I dare not make any comments because I thought maybe there was something wrong. We asians do not have eyes like that.Delete
Cataract, possibly?Delete
Anyway, once again great pictures and you're obviously enjoying the 45/1.8!
What about the 25/1.8? Any plans to buy one for yourself? I remember you writing the 50mm point of view is more to your favour than the 35mm.
Possibly too !Delete
Yes I am getting the 25mm F1.8, very soon.
It was a fun therapy this morning.ReplyDeleteReplies
Kelvin, it was good to see you being inspired and shoot more again, and of course, shooting with you again. Fun morning it was.Delete
Hi, RobinReplyDelete
You are the photographers who use the EM5 very well, can you tell me about technique (contrast, sharpen, etc ... you set default?) before shooting.
Thank you ^_^Replies
For example, the first image.Delete
If you have the patience and time, I have shared EVERYTHING about my shooting techniques, style and philosophy on this blog. If you want to know more you will have to tag along me for a shoot. I hold nothing back, I keep no secrets. Everything is on this blog, and I have spent so much time writing them.
Thank you so much. ^_^Delete
Do you share the photo with your subject after you shoot?ReplyDeleteReplies
Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't. It depends.Delete
hohoho... fujifilm X-T1 :)ReplyDelete
- Anonymous3/08/2014 11:38:00 PM
Beautiful set, Robin. Every post I see, you sell me more and more on the beauty of the Olympus system. Your shots with the 45 are absolutely stunning, and it looks like you and the 17 1.8 are becoming good friends! ;~)ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks Rob. Most photos were taken with 45mm so I am still not quite there with 17mm yet.Delete
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VIbrant, and candid portraits, as always.ReplyDelete
Not here to teach you better, but considering how tightly you usually frame portraits with the 45, why not use the E-M5's excellent face detection paired with matrix metering (which meters in favor of a face when one is detected)? One or two steps less, and maybe you close the gap to those 2-3secs ;)
It's never failed me so far - like a cruise missile.Replies
This blog may not be the best example but sometimes I do have more than one people (face) in my frame. I do not trust which head the camera chooses. Also, in the case of my preferences, I always composed my subjects against strong backlight, and using the face detection it will somehow preserve the highlights (eg, first photograph). This is a special case where I do need to override the camera settings, and yes it does happen quite a bit.Delete
Great images robin! You convinced me to switch from Fuji to the em1. I want blazing auto focus which is not the case with Fuji and also deeper depth of field. I love the colors from Olympus just wonderful!ReplyDeleteReplies
THANKS YOU!!! I love Olympus colors better than the Fuji, which I know is subjective. Glad to know more people are thinking the same.
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If I "attack" a street with my camera, people will be afraid and run. ;-) :-D I usually seem to attract the wrong kind of attention when I appear with the equipment. It could be this area, though. In other parts of the country, people are more interested in what I'm photographing than why I'm photographing it.ReplyDelete
You and your friends must always have fun, no matter where you are.Replies
Malaysians are nice people! come here and we go for shutter therapy!Delete
Hello robin, i really enjoy your pics with the 17mm ... Flea market for example...for me its more difficult to compose with a wider angle for street shooting or other... Some say that a 35 and a 50mm is all u need... Why.?ReplyDelete
Your portraits are, as always, special, grabbing one's attention - in a word, Robinesque. Love it, great work!ReplyDelete


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Wal-Mart only got 1 out of 10,000 teen votes for favorite shopping site, while Amazon got 40 percent
Amazon is at the top of the mind for the teenage "Generation Z" demographic, who are famously picky and fickle when it comes to what they shop for.
According to a new survey by financial firm Piper Jaffray, which asked 10,000 US teens, Amazon continued to be the #1 "preferred website" for online shopping, accounting for 40% of the responses. That's largely unchanged from previous surveys, as Amazon received 41%, 38%, and 36% of the responses in the past 3 semi-annual surveys, respectively.
Perhaps what's more impressive is that eBay is the only other non-apparel retailer in the top 10, while Target only got 6 votes and Walmart one single vote out of the 10,000 survey respondents.
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The Special Power of Restoring Lost Things by Courtney Elizabeth Mauk - Is it bad that I truly can't remember anything about this book? Even the synopsis doesn't trigger much for me!
Sleeping Giants by Sylvain Neuvel - Ugh. I liked it, and I didn't like it. The premise is cool - pieces of a large robot/human are found across the world and are joined together to try to figure out what it means. I just didn't love the characters.
Dark Matter by Blake Crouch - crazy and good! A guy goes to another dimension and suddenly his life isn't his anymore. The book is about him getting his life back.
Welcome to the World, Baby Girl! by Fannie Flagg - easy, fun, beach read. Because you need that every now and then.
Deep Dark Dark: The Untold Stories of 33 Men Buried in a Chilean Mine, and the Miracle That Set Them Free by Hector Tobar - Good story. I haven't read many memoirs (or whatever you might call this) so it was interesting. I CANNOT imagine being down in a mine for that many days!!
Bel Canto by Ann Patchett - I think this book could have been a lot shorter and still got the point across. I did like the character development though.
Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J.D. Vance - Again, I liked it and I didn't like it. Being from Appalachia, I don't like being characterized as being ignorant and uneducated. We aren't all like that. That being said, I know many people that fit right into this book.
The Wonder by Emma Donoghue - I should have put this down. It had great reviews though!
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Journal of Nanomaterials
Volume 2013, Article ID 710175, 19 pages
A Review on Nanomaterial Dispersion, Microstructure, and Mechanical Properties of Carbon Nanotube and Nanofiber Reinforced Cementitious Composites
1Fibrous Materials Research Group (FMRG), School of Engineering, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimaraes, Portugal
2Department of Civil Engineering, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimaraes, Portugal
Received 11 March 2013; Accepted 28 May 2013
Academic Editor: Tianxi Liu
Copyright © 2013 Shama Parveen et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
Excellent mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and nanofibers (CNFs) have motivated the development of advanced nanocomposites with outstanding and multifunctional properties. After achieving a considerable success in utilizing these unique materials in various polymeric matrices, recently tremendous interest is also being noticed on developing CNT and CNF reinforced cement-based composites. However, the problems related to nanomaterial dispersion also exist in case of cementitious composites, impairing successful transfer of nanomaterials' properties into the composites. Performance of cementitious composites also depends on their microstructure which is again strongly influenced by the presence of nanomaterials. In this context, the present paper reports a critical review of recent literature on the various strategies for dispersing CNTs and CNFs within cementitious matrices and the microstructure and mechanical properties of resulting nanocomposites.


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Bollywood is synonymous with glamour as well as brittle relationships, where people come close, get married and get divorced with equal ease. While some Bollywood marriages have lasted for decades, there are others which could not survive even for a few months. Listed below are the top 10 Bollywood marriages which ended in divorce:
Hrithik Roshan – Suzanne Roshan
The much hyped biggest divorce in Bollywood is the one between Hrithik and Suzanne Roshan, which took place a short while ago. The marriage ended in a divorce with mutual understanding, with Suzanne getting the custody of their two sons as well as a huge alimony of Rs 400 crores.
Aamir Khan – Reena Dutta
The divorce of Aamir Khan took the industry by surprise, when he decided to get separated from Reena Dutta, his wife of 15 years and the mother of his two children. The divorce took place in 2002, followed by his second marriage with Kiran Rao in 2005.
Karishma Kapoor – Sanjay Kapur
The next couple on this list is Karishma Kapoor and Sanjay Kapur, whose marriage ended in a bitter divorce despite the earnest efforts of the family, particularly, Kareena and Saif Ali Khan, to save it. The custody of their two kids, a daughter and a son is with Karishma.
Kamal Hasan – Sarika
The South superstar Kamal Hasan and Sarika decided to break up their long time relationship in 2004 to become one of the most famous celebrity couples who ended up getting separated. They made equally big controversy by having a live in relationship and parenting two daughters together.
Saif Ali Khan – Amrita Singh
The marriage of Saif Ali Khan to Amrita Singh in 1991 created waves as she was years older than him. The couple finally parted ways with mutual in 2004, and they decided to move on while sharing a positive bond amongst themselves for the sake of their two children. Saif is now married to Kareena Kapoor and they are one of the hottest couples in Bollywood.
Sanjay Dutt – Rhea Pillai
Featuring next on the list of top 10 Bollywood marriages which ended up divorce, is that of Sanjay Dutt and Rhea Pillai. Sanjay married Rhea in 1999 after his divorce with Richa Sharma. But this one too could not survive his infidelity and they separated very soon.
Rajesh Khanna – Dimple Kapadia
The marriage of nubile Dimple Kapadia with superstar Rajesh Khanna, who was much older, was as sudden as their divorce. Despite being blessed with two lovely daughters, Twinkle and Rinkie, the marriage failed to work out due to ego clashes and affairs of Rajesh Khanna.
Kishore Kumar – Yogita Bali
Kishore Kumar held a strong track record for marriages and divorces. Yogita Bali was his third wife and the third marriage could not even survive for 2 years. While Kishore married Leena Chandavarkar, Yogita tied a knot with dancing star Mithun Chakraborty.
Jyoti Randhawa – Chitrangada Singh
Featuring next on the list of top 10 Bollywood marriages which ended in divorce is that of actress Chitrangada Singh and golfer Jyoti Randhawa. No one knows the exact reasons for the divorce, but Chitrangada got the custody of their son.
Anurag Kashyap – Kalki Kochelin
Film director Anurag Kashyap and actress Kalki Kochelin broke up their marriage recently. The couple met on the sets of "Dev D" and got married in 2009, but as the rumors go the affairs of Anurag was the reason of the failure of their marriage.
All of these are high profile marriages of Bollywood couples which ended up in divorce.


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In most cosmetic dentistry practices, good health and sound oral function are their primary goals. But these days, both can be achieved with a third factor in mind, good looks.
Good looks are all around us. In consumer magazines, TV, media, politics, and business. Both men and women are flashing bright, near perfect smiles. It's a pleasure to see. We're not all born that way, and they probably weren't either. Dental makeovers have contributed to a large part of the self-esteem of models, movie stars, and recently, the grocery clerk or the grandmother next door, who seek cosmetic dental care.
Surprisingly, most tooth restoration procedures are fairly conservative. That is, removal of healthy enamel is kept to a minimum, or dispensed with altogether. Teeth bleaching, tooth bonding and contouring are quick, easy, and fairly inexpensive. Porcelain veneers lend new form and youthfulness to front teeth. Tooth-colored fillings can replace discolored amalgams. A new denture can restore a more youthful appearance. The choices are yours.
Notice the people you know who are proud of their teeth. They smile more often. Great teeth build self-confidence. Most people respond more readily to an attractive smile in a very positive way. The psychology is simple, the impact great.
We are lucky to have new materials and techniques that make a beautiful smile within everyone's reach. Take advantage of cosmetic dentistry, for yourself and the people around you.
Give your cosmetic dentist a call today to find out how your smile can benefit from today's technical innovations.
In dental materials, composite resins are just about the most exciting thing to come down the pike in a long while. Resins may well symbolize the value of long-term, persistent research. From humble beginnings in 1956, the search for an effective adhesive dental filling has culminated in resin materials - versatile, relatively strong, with cosmetic superiority. Quite a return from plastic mixed with glass beads and such.
What's amazing about filling a tooth with resin (vs. gold or silver amalgams) is the nature of the bond to the tooth. The enamel is first treated with a mild acid to create microscopic pores on the surface of the tooth. Once the resin is applied, a mechanical - not chemical - bond is formed. Sort of like dental velcro. Then the resin can be sculpted, tinted, and polished to look like the real thing.
So what do composite resins mean for cosmetic dentist patients? Let's count the ways.
The best bargain in cosmetic dentistry, and proven cavity fighters to boot, are pit and fissure sealants. Sealants are a composite resin painted on back teeth, where tooth decay typically occurs in children. One sealant session, with check-ups now and then, provides cavity prevention - indefinitely.
Dental bonding is an umbrella term for placing composite resin restorations, from tooth-colored inlays to reshaping chipped teeth. For the right candidate, bonding is a comfortable, quick alternative to dental crowns, and a real boon to simple cosmetic dental care procedures. Less of your healthy tooth is removed, so it's essentially a conservative tooth restoration procedure.
In adults, a receding gum can expose the roots of teeth, an uncomfortable situation at best. Along with other adhesives, we apply resins directly to the root surface to help prevent tooth decay, and make the teeth less sensitive to hot and cold.
Teeth straightening just became easier. We can use resins to bond braces directly to teeth, so heavy bands around teeth, in some cases, can be dispensed with. The new invisible braces, along with bonding, make adult orthodontics an appealing alternative to crooked teeth.
Well, not really. Composite resins may never replace old standby filling materials, especially on back teeth. But resins have taken their rightful place in cosmetic dentistry, complimenting metal amalgams, and they can only get better.


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The Hitlab and The Recording Academy which is known for the Grammy Awards have launched a competition in which 3 unsigned artists or bands will receive the opportunity of a lifetime. The 3 music artists/groups will get the chance to perform at the 4th Annual Social Media Rock Stars Summit (SMRSS), an official GRAMMY® Week event in Los Angeles. This exciting contest for promising new talent is called the Emerging Artist Competition. The winning artist will perform at the SMRSS on Feb. 8, 2013, the Friday before the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards. Performance highlights from the event will be streamed live on GRAMMY.com and CBS.com as part of The Academy's GRAMMY Live coverage.
Artists who are interested in the opportunity will submit their music to the contest's web page www.hitlab.com where it will be analyzed by Hitlab's patented algorithms. Ten contest finalists will be announced on Jan. 11, 2013, from which three winners contestants will be chosen. Prizewinners, selected using a combination of online voting and a Blue Ribbon Panel, will be announced on Feb 4, 2013 and subsequently flown to Los Angeles during GRAMMY Week to perform at the SMRSS reception.


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The Taranians were a human culture native to Taranis in the Pegasus Galaxy.
Taranis had once hosted an outpost used by the Ancients, which included the planet's Stargate; the Taranians apparently went without knowledge of either until a series of underground caves and tunnels led them to discover the facility. Within, they found a great deal of apparently undisturbed Ancient technology, including a damaged Aurora-class battleship and, more significantly, a fully functioning shield.
While the Taranians were relatively advanced by local standards, possessing personal computers and sufficient knowledge to operate some of the Ancient equipment, they soon recognized that they did not have the ability to repair the Ancient systems should anything go wrong. Therefore, when the shield generators on the Ancient outpost, which had become a place of refuge for many Taranians fearful of the Wraith, began showing problems, they sough to enlist outside help, ultimately contacting the Atlantis expedition. This proved to be serendipitous, as it was soon discovered that overuse of the outpost's geothermal power system had triggered the imminent eruption of a supervolcano that threatened to extinguish all human life on the planet.
With the aid of the Earth ship Daedalus and the Ancient warship, which Dr. Rodney McKay was able to partially repair in time, most of the Taranian people were successfully evacuated, and resettled on another planet with the help of the Atlantis expedition. (SGA: "Inferno")
About a year later, however, the Taranians fell victim to the renegade Wraith known as Michael Kenmore, who used the population in his attempts to breed a new form of soldier based on the Iratus bug. By the time a team, the Expedition's flagship team, First Atlantis Reconnaissance Team or AR-1 was sent from Atlantis to investigate the disappearances, every Taranian on the planet had apparently been killed. (SGA: "Vengeance")
In 2010, while investigating the ruins of Emege on Athos with Teyla Emmagan, McKay realized that the city's shield had run on geothermal energy similar to the Taranian shield and explained to Teyla that unlike the Taranians, the Athosians had understood the warning and shut the shield down when their supervolcano threatened to erupt as a result of continuous shield usage. McKay noted to Teyla that if the Taranians had heeded the warnings and shut down the shield, the supervolcano would've been fine. (SGA: "The Mysteries of Emege")


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Give your car a Spring in its step with Trust My Garage
The end of winter is finally in sight! At Trust My Garage, we're preparing our vehicles for the Spring season with some top maintenance and driving tips designed to see you through to the long days of Summer.
Whether you're looking for driving, maintenance or plain cleaning tips, we've put together some advice to help you make the most of your motor. Take a look at our handy info list below – and be sure to let us know in the comments if you give any of our methods a try!
Give your car some love
With warmer weather on the way, people like to travel to more! It's important that the inside of your car is a safe and clean environment for you and any passengers you may have.
Next time you get a chance to wash your car, you could also make sure your footwells are clear of any rubbish or obstructions, give your dashboard and centre console a dust and – if you have the opportunity – try to give your car a hoover out to clean out any debris that gathered over the winter months.
Beware of low Sun
Much like Autumn, the sun is still low in the sky during Spring. Having the sun shining at you while driving can not only damage your eyesight, but could lead to an accident due to poor vision. Be sure to drive with your sun visor down and/or wear quality sunglasses to improve your vision of the roads when necessary.
Check your medication
The onset on Spring can also lead to an onset of allergies for some motorists. If you take any medication and drive, please be sure to check with your pharmacist or doctor for any potentially detrimental side effects such as drowsiness. If you feel that any medication will impact your driving negatively, do not drive until you feel comfortable behind the wheel.
Watch out for other road users
Good weather can lead to a plethora of additional road users – so be sure to be a courteous driver! Cyclists, horse and riders and walkers can all become additional road hazards, so be sure to take care when driving, especially if you're in an unfamiliar area.
Keep an eye on the road conditions
After winter, the UK's roads can suffer from an influx of additional potholes, created by the wet and cold conditions of the chilly season. Large potholes can do serious damage to a vehicle, so where safe and possible avoid them, or drive cautiously to try and counteract any adverse effects on your motor.
Spring showers are still a definite possibility, so take care on wet roads and leave additional distance and braking time between you and any vehicles ahead. Be careful of any puddles on the road too, as water in your engine makes for neither a happy car or driver!
Get your car ready for the road
If your car is due for an MOT or service, make sure to take it in to a garage to get it ready for the road. If you're looking for a reputable, local, independent garage you can head to the Trust My Garage website and use our handy 'Find a Garage' map to locate your nearest TMG member, operating to a Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI)-approved code of conduct.
If you have any tips of your own for getting ready for Spring, be sure to let us know in the comments below!
Common sense has prevailed: The 3-1-1 MOT is to remain unchanged!
In January last year, the UK government announced it was creating a consultation which could possibly extend the time allowed before the first MOT of a vehicle's life from three years to four then annually thereafter – known as the 4-1-1 system.
At the time, Trust My Garage wrote extensively on why the 4-1-1 system was dangerous in a blog post, viewable here.
We are now happy to announce that as of January 18th 2018, the outcome of the consultation – based upon public and automotive industry opinion – was that the government has cancelled any plans to extend the time before a vehicle's first MOT.
Upon the announcement of the consultation last year, Trust My Garage stated:
"If a vehicle has a defect by its third year of use, then extending the MOT for a further year will also have the effect of increasing the number of defects the vehicle carries, because defects associated with one component due to excessive wear could then snowball and cause defects with the related components in the vehicle. Not only is this dangerous for motorists, but it could also be costly as minor repairs that could be fixed in the third year could become major defects by the fourth."
According to the consultation's respondents, much of the public agreed. Most respondents were against the proposals on safety grounds, arguing that the savings to motorists were outweighed by the risk to road users and the test often highlights upcoming issues affecting the vehicle. A public survey for the Department for Transport by Populus also showed fewer than half of people were in favour of the change.
Jesse Norman, Roads Minister, said: "Although modern cars are better built and safer than when the MOT test was last changed 50 years ago, there has been a clear public concern that any further changes don't put people's lives at risk. We are looking at further research to ensure the MOT test evolves with the demands of modern motoring."
Under the current system, 27.48 million vehicles took the MOT test in 2015 and 4 out of 10 of them were found to be unroadworthy when examined. (DVSA, 2015) Along with this, more than 770,000 vehicles were discovered to have a dangerous defect in 2013/14, equating to nearly 2,200 every day. The problems ranged from brakes, steering, tyres, suspension, seatbelts, lights and signalling equipment. (DfT, 'MOT Scheme Evidence base', 2008)
To read the full results of the consultation click here.
To find out more about why changes to an MOT's frequency would be a danger to both vehicles and road users, take a look at the ProMOTe website here.
If your vehicle is due for an MOT or you feel it needs a bit of maintenance, why not visit the Trust My Garage website and find a trusted independent garage in your area? Click here to use our handy Find a Garage map to find your nearest member. If you aren't when your vehicle's MOT is due, The DVSA have created a new MOT Reminder Service. To arrange your e-mail reminder, click here.
New Year, New Motoring Resolutions
2018 is upon us! The start of the new year means many people across the UK are kickstarting their January with a range of New Year's resolutions – and motorists are no exception. This year, drivers are looking to reboot their motoring habits in a bid to revamp both their vehicles and their attitudes to driving.
A new survey has shown the variety of ways in which motorists want to put more effort into vehicle maintenance and their driving styles – but which of these resolutions will be yours?
Checking tyre pressures and oil levels regularly
In the poll, 24 per cent of drivers said they wanted to improve how frequently they check their tyre pressures and oil levels. Both of these areas are hugely important in your vehicle; as maintaining correct tyre pressure ensures good fuel efficiency, better road safety in poor weather conditions and more even wear across the tyre, reducing the likelihood of bald spots on the tyre. Correct tyre pressures should be listed in your vehicle's owner's manual and on the pillar when the driver's door is open. To inflate your tyres to the correct pressure, many garages and petrol stations offer a tyre pressure inflator on site.
Having the correct levels of oil in your engine is also of vital importance for your vehicle. Any engine needs lubrication, and making sure your engine is well oiled will fight against two major engine damagers: friction and heat. Measuring your oil level on the dipstick when your vehicle is cool and on level ground will give you an accurate reading of the amount and an indication of the quality of the oil in your motor.
Learning to park properly
17 per cent of drivers also wanted to learn how to park properly. While many drivers are comfortable driving in to a parking space, some motorists – especially new and/or younger drivers – can feel daunted at the prospect of parallel parking. While practice is the best method for improvement, these tips from the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) can offer some help for understanding how to parallel park safely and effectively.
Conquering motorways
The survey found that 16 per cent of drivers were nervous or unhappy about using the motorway in their vehicle. As part of the expansive road network spanning the UK, motorways provide a fast route to almost any destination up and down the country – but the speed and heavy flow of traffic can be an intimidating prospect for a motorist. The Highway Code provides explicit rules of conduct for using the motorway network, but drivers can also use a 'Pass Plus' training course with a registered instructor as a practical application to help get them motoring.
Improving reversing ability
15 per cent of respondents also said they would like to improve their ability to reverse their vehicle. While reversing may seem like a common manoeuvre, some drivers can find it difficult. The Highway Code offers some helpful advice for reversing, along with its other general road use guidelines. Rule 202 states:
"Look carefully before you start reversing. You should
- use all your mirrors
- check the 'blind spot' behind you (the part of the road you cannot see easily in the mirrors)
- check there are no pedestrians (particularly children), cyclists, other road users or obstructions in the road behind you.
Reverse slowly while
- checking all around
- looking mainly through the rear window
- being aware that the front of your vehicle will swing out as you turn.
Get someone to guide you if you cannot see clearly."
Not getting road rage
14 per cent of drivers in the poll admitted to succumbing to road rage when motoring, with a resolution not to give in to the red mist in 2018. While being a confident driver is a definite positive, motorists should not be over confident, as it can be a killer on the roads. The best method for combatting road rage is simply to let any issues go and not let them affect your journey, however we know how difficult that can be! Rule 147 of The Highway Code states:
"Do not allow yourself to become agitated or involved if someone is behaving badly on the road. This will only make the situation worse. Pull over, calm down and, when you feel relaxed, continue your journey."
So, sit back, relax, and carry on driving in a calm manner for your own safety and that of other road users.
Switching off phones at the wheel
A shocking 13 per cent of drivers admitted to their resolution being to switch off their mobile phone when behind the wheel. The law states that:
"You can only use a handheld phone if you are safely parked or need to call 999 or 112 in an emergency and it's unsafe or impractical to stop."
If you're caught using a mobile in any other motoring circumstance you'll receive 6 penalty points on your driving licence and a £200 fine.
The simplest solution is to turn off your phone or have it in a locked compartment of your car, and if you feel you need to check your phone pull over at a safe point and switch off your car's engine. If you need to contact someone and you know they are driving, wait until you know they have arrived at their destination to avoid being a distraction to them.
Keeping your vehicle in top condition
Maintaining your vehicle should be at the top of your New Year's Resolutions list, so that you can keep motoring happy throughout 2018. With Trust My Garage, you know you can rely on using a nationally recognised brand, with a truly professional service for both you and your vehicle. All the garages in Trust My Garage are members of the Independent Garage Association which is part of the RMI, one of Britain's oldest motor trade organisations. IGA members are true professionals who have to comply with a strict code of practice.
For more information about Trust My Garage you can visit www.trustmygarage.co.uk and to find your nearest Trust My Garage member you can use our handy Find a Garage map.
Got any New Year's resolutions of your own? Let us know in the comments!
What to do when… Driving in Winter
Winter is here! With a chill in the air and crunch of frost underfoot, there can be no doubting the harshest season of the year is upon us. When it comes to driving, Winter weather can lead to accidents and issues on the road, so here at Trust My Garage we've put together some advice for helping you to stay safe during the cold season.
Plan your travel
Before setting off, be sure to check ahead that your route is clear of accidents and other issues that can cause delays, and that the roads haven't been shut due to poor conditions.
Check your tyres
If you have the opportunity and need, winter tyres could be a viable option for your vehicle. If you use your normal tyres, ensure they are inflated to the recommended pressure and have a minimum tread depth of 3mm across the width and circumference of the tyre in order to cope with the slippery and wet conditions.
Check for faults
If you notice a fault with your vehicle, such as a cracked windscreen, dim headlight, or poorly charged battery, it's important to get it sorted before undertaking any winter driving. If you feel there is a fault but aren't sure how to proceed, you can always take your vehicle to a local garage to have it looked at by a professional – you can even use the TMG Find a Garage map to locate your nearest Trust My Garage member.
Check the dashboard
If your car is displaying a warning light on the dashboard it's important to get it checked – the systems are there to keep you safe! If your vehicle isn't performing at its best it could lead to breakdowns or accidents, so be sure to keep it in the best possible condition. If you aren't sure what the lights on your dashboard mean you can take a look at our Getting to know your vehicle's dashboard blog post to give you a breakdown of what you need to know.
Dress appropriately
Even though most of us have the luxury of heating in our vehicles, if we break down or have an accident we can often be at the mercy of the Winter chill. By dressing warmly and layering up you can keep warm – and you could even save money on your fuel consumption!
Keep supplies in your car
In the case of a real emergency it's important to keep supplies in your vehicle. Items such as a torch, blanket, biscuits, water, a hot drink, a hat, scarf and gloves, and a mobile phone charger or battery pack are always helpful to keep you safe and warm. You should also keep something to put under your tyres if you get stuck, and a shovel to clear any snow.
Control your speed
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) recommends:
"When driving in snow, get your speed right – not too fast so that you risk losing control, but not so slow that you risk losing momentum when you need it – and brake, steer and accelerate as smoothly as possible. Start gently in second gear, avoiding high revs. Stay in a higher gear for better control. Only use the brake if you cannot steer out of trouble."
Your stopping distances also increase tenfold on ice, so be sure to leave ample room between any surrounding vehicles to stay safe on the road.
Read road signs
While you may use familiar roads while driving, any changes to the surface or temporary problems should be highlighted by road signs – so keep an eye out for any updates. Signs will also post any road closures or other issues, so be sure to look around for any information possible.
If you're driving on unfamiliar roads then it's even more important to check road signs – nobody wants to get lost in the snow and ice! By employing careful, steady driving, you can give yourself enough time to read and process any information you need to know.
Know when not to drive
If conditions are too dangerous, the safest option is simply to not drive. Although it will delay you, it's the safest option – and no drive is worth injury, no matter how small. It's important to keep an eye on weather forecasts, so you don't plan a journey when the weather is going to be particularly bad. Driving safe means that you can drive happy.
If you're looking to embark on some winter travels, you can take your vehicle to your local Trust My Garage member. Whether it's for a check-up, service or repair, the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) approved code of conduct that our members use mean that you and you motor both get the best possible service – no matter the weather!
Motoring scams – how can you stay safe?
When it comes to motoring, we at Trust My Garage want to make sure drivers stay as safe as possible on the roads. That's why we've created our ever-growing network of trusted independent garages, to keep your vehicle running in optimum condition and keep you as happy as possible.
However, there are others who wish to ruin your motoring experience by submitting drivers to a variety of scams, which can damage both your vehicle and your bank account – and we don't think that's fair to you. In order to help you stay aware of potential dangers, we've put together information about some recent scams that have affected unfortunate motorists.
The speeding fine email
As recently as October 2017, scam emails have been circulated to motorists advising them of 'Notice of Intended Prosecution' or 'NIP' for a speeding offence. These emails have been supposedly sent from the Government or police and can even claim to have 'photographic evidence' of the offence, however they are completely false.
The only way legitimate notices of intended prosecution are sent is via Royal Mail to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) registered address, so anyone who receives this email is advised to report it to Action Fraud, the national Fraud & Cyber Crime Reporting Centre, and delete it without clicking any links or attachments.
The whiplash accident
According to ABI figures, the national cost of whiplash claims makes up 20 per cent of the average insurance premium, while insurer Aviva claims that a staggering 94 per cent of all its compensation claims for motor accidents relate to minor whiplash. (source)
Minor whiplash is very hard to prove or disprove, but if you suspect someone is fraudulently claiming whiplash against you after a small collision, seek the advice of a solicitor to see if you can fight it.
There have been recent attempts to clamp down on false whiplash claims, however the difficulty in verifying the claims have led to new legislation, known as the '2015 dishonestly laws', being put into place in order to correctly punish fraudulent claimants.
The 'cash for crash' scheme
'Cash for crash' is the nickname given to schemes where a scammer intentionally crashes into another driver in order to make a fraudulent claim on their insurance. Often tied in with whiplash claims, 'crash for cash' costs the UK £340m every year, with profits frequently funding other criminal activities such as firearms and drug dealing. The BBC states:
"Crash for cash scammers choose their victims carefully – they keep an eye out for drivers who look like they would be fully insured but be less likely to cause a fuss. Mothers with children on board and the elderly are favoured victims. If you've been a victim, the circumstances are likely to be as follows:
The accident
A car in front of you slams on the brakes for no obvious reason, and you have no time to react and collide with the car in front. Another scenario (known as 'flash for cash') happens when a driver flashes their lights at a junction to let you out, then crashes into you deliberately.
The blame
The other driver will insist the accident is your fault. The scammer will then hand over their insurance details – sometimes already prepared and written down.
The claim
A few weeks after the accident your insurers will write to you with details of the other driver's claim which will be exaggerated with costs like car hire, recovery and whiplash injuries." (source)
So how can you avoid this scam? It helps to pay attention to the driver and passengers of other cars around you – people frequently looking backwards or driving erratically can be a giveaway of a 'cash for crash' scheme in process. Try and keep a safe braking distance away from other vehicles and be sure to watch for cars turning and manoeuvring around you. Fraudsters may even try and disable their brake lights to try and cause an accident, so make sure to pay attention to your surroundings.
The online car-buying con
Not content with damaging your existing car, there has even been a scam designed to trap motorists purchasing cars online, via sites such as eBay. Cons like these use cloned cars – which is like automobile identity theft – to sell illegal vehicles under legal details, leaving buyers out of pocket with an illegal vehicle. The stolen vehicle is given the identity of a similar legitimate car, including licence plates, chassis numbers and accompanying documentation. Prospective buyers can run a background check on the car and the details will appear to be correct.
One victim lost £17,000 after paying in cash for a Mercedes later discovered to be cloned and was left with no way to regain their lost money due to no proof of transaction.
How can you avoid this scam? The best method is to purchase via authorised sellers, like garages and dealerships, but viewing a car in person is always beneficial and ensuring you pay for your purchase via a traceable, secure method means there is evidence of your purchase and the recipient of your money should anything go awry.
What should you do if you think you've been a scam victim?
The first steps in reporting a scam, especially one where you have lost money, should be to report it to Action Fraud. If you wish to get in contact with your local authorities for a crime number, you can also call or visit your local police station. For further information and for other types of scam advice, Citizens Advice can provide more information, viewable here.
Action Fraud
Telephone: 0300 123 2040
Textphone: 0300 123 2050
Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm
Website: www.actionfraud.police.uk
About Trust My Garage
Trust My Garage is a collection of Britain's best local garages – every one different and every one dedicated to the highest standards of skill and personal service.
All the garages in Trust My Garage are members of the Independent Garage Association which is part of the RMI, one of Britain's oldest motor trade organisations. IGA members are true professionals who have to comply with a strict code of practice.
Each and every customer of all Trust My Garage members can rely on using a nationally recognised brand. If there's a problem that can't be sorted out between you and your garage, the IGA takes over and helps to achieve a happy outcome.
For more information about Trust My Garage or to locate your nearest TMG member visit www.trustmygarage.co.uk.


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Peeing Your Pants? The Truth About Incontinence After Baby
Ah, incontinence. I always thought it was for old people, but then I got pregnant and realized I was seriously wrong about that! Then I thought it would go away after giving birth—afterall, wasn't it just caused by the baby putting so much pressure on my bladder? Whoops, wrong again. And of course I realized that my postpartum incontinence was a problem in one of the most embarrassing ways possible. Imagine this: I was finally feeling good enough to go running after giving birth, and so excited to have a little time to myself. I threw on my comfy yoga pants, bolted out the door, and then just a few blocks later, found myself peeing down the leg of those very same yoga pants as I jogged merrily down the street. Part of me wanted to laugh, all of me wanted to cry, but most of all, I just wanted my body fixed! As I found myself searching Amazon for some little Depends (you'll know what an unattainable dream that is if you've ever had to wear them!), I knew I had to take charge and do something.
If my story sounds way too familiar, you are not alone in the slightest. After a little research, I learned that doctors say roughly fifty percent of women will experience some kind of incontinence related to their pregnancy or after giving birth. For a lot of those women, those unwanted sprinkles go away within the first year after delivery—but a full one-third to one-half of those women may be experiencing postpartum incontinence a full five years after the main event. And a whopping 20 percent of women who didn't have urinary problems during their pregnancy have them after vaginal birth. So, since a lot of you are probably in my same slightly wet boat, I thought I'd share what I've learned in hopes that it'll help you, too.
nbso online casino reviews medium;">What causes postpartum incontinence? That was a big question on my mind, especially since I thought the main culprit (baby!) was already out of the way. Turns out, it depends on what kind of incontinence you've got. Yes, there are two kinds of this miserable drip, believe it or not! Stress incontinence is when laughing, coughing, jumping, or running (like me!) makes you leak. It's caused from all that pressure on your bladder, plus pregnancy hormones that throw your urinary muscles out of whack. Urge incontinence is when you feel like you really need to pee way more often than normal, and sometimes you don't even make it to the bathroom. That's caused by an overactive bladder. You can suffer from one or the other—many women actually suffer from both—but no matter what, it's not fun.
As for what can help? Obviously talking to your doctor could help—and if you don't feel comfortable telling your doctor about your peeing habits, find a new doctor who you feel more comfortable with right away! In the meantime, there is something you can do at home that might speed your recovery: Plain and simple, you've got to do those Kegels to restrengthen pelvic floor muscles. Those are the muscles responsible for holding your bladder in place, and they need to be strong if you want to regain urinary control. If your sprinkle is more like a gush, though, or if it's gotten worse over time, you may need to see a specialist for extra therapy to strengthen your pelvic floor, so be sure to talk to your doctor and be honest about what's going on.
Whether you're leaking a little or a lot, remember that there's help out there. Wearing pantyliners or Depends isn't fun, but it doesn't have to be this way for the rest of your life.
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Evolve came out last week to somewhat mixed reviews -- some have loved it, others have bagged on it, and still others are undecided. A big part of the problem has been 2K Games' decision to have a bunch of Day One DLC -- Downloadable Content -- mostly consisting of skins that they're asking you to buy separately. If this were a Free to Play (F2P) game, we could accept that, but with a $60 price tag it's adding insult to injury. We're not here to talk about the DLC fiasco, though; what we want to quickly discuss is how broken the game is in terms of performance. If the game worked properly, we'd be happy to provide some benchmarks in our usual charts, but the results right now are just all over the place.Continue reading Evolve Initial Launch Woes
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Civilization Beyond Earth Performance
Civilization Beyond Earth is interesting in that not only is it one of first games to use AMD's Mantle API, but it also uses it in a new way. Most games these days use Alternate Frame Rendering if you have more than one GPU, but with Mantle developers are free to pursue other options. In the case of Civilization Beyond Earth, developers Firaxis have created a custom Split Frame Rendering (SFR) solution that should improve both average frame rate as well as minimum frame rates. Note that it's still possible to use regular DX11 AFR mode with multi-GPU configurations, but as we'll see the result is often less compelling.Continue reading Civilization Beyond Earth Performance
BioShock Infinite Performance
Another "oldie but goodie" game that's worth including in our initial batch of benchmarks is last year's hit BioShock Infinite, the sequel of sorts to BioShock and BioShock 2. Set in the skies and with full support for DirectX 11 hardware, BioShock Infinite is one of AMD's Gaming Evolved titles, and it has also been available as a free game in the past with various AMD GPUs. Despite that connection, however, the performance of BioShock Infinite is largely GPU vendor agnostic. Given this game is already a year old, I'm going to skip straight to the point: performance.Continue reading BioShock Infinite Performance


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Seaside Croatian city of Dubrovnik deserves its glowing reputation
DUBROVNIK, Croatia — My first view of Dubrovnik was by moonlight, and it was enough to convince me that magical places exist other than in fairy tales. After a flight from Zagreb, I arrived to see the medieval walls of this old city burnished to a golden sheen by the light of the full moon, which hung so low it appeared to be resting on the rooftops.
When I awoke the next morning, those walls, in a sort of reverse alchemy, had been changed from gold to silver under the glare of a harsh sun, and the waters of the Adriatic lapping at them shimmered like jade-colored silk.
By sunset, the palette had changed again — the water turning from jade to turquoise, and the sky painted in ribbons of pink, coral and pale blue.
When all's said and done, it's Dubrovnik's colors that I will remember most.
There was a time when I thought I would never have an opportunity to see this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage city, located at the southern tip of Croatia and dubbed the Pearl of the Adriatic.
After managing to stay independent during the Middle Ages by appeasing the Ottoman Empire and Venetian Republic — both of which viewed it with the predatory gusto of a lion stalking a wildebeest — Dubrovnik became a casualty during the breakup of Yugoslavia six centuries later.
At the height of the crisis, for seven months in 1991 and 1992, the city was besieged by Serbian and Montenegran forces, which subjected it to relentless shelling. Some 2,000 shells fell on the Old City, severely damaging buildings and roofs but somehow leaving the walls unscathed. Reconstruction began almost immediately after the hostilities ceased, following UNESCO guidelines.
Contemporary visitors would be unaware of the punishment inflicted on Dubrovnik unless they looked closely at the building facades, with their patchwork of old and new stone, or the vivid red- orange roof tiles that replaced damaged ones. Or perhaps by studying the map near the city gate, which pinpoints all the places artillery shells hit during the siege.
Old City's allure
Today, a completely reconstructed Dubrovnik lures travelers from around the world with its beauty and majesty. Its crowning glory is the Old City, completely surrounded by its famous walls.
The compact Old City is a rabbit warren of streets. I found myself on more than one occasion retracing my steps to get back to the main thoroughfare. Known as the Stradun, that street is lined with Baroque buildings and is a popular meeting place.
Every Saturday night, in a ritual known as dir, locals and tourists promenade along the Stradun, greeting friends and strangers, before drifting off to one of the street's many cafés.
Sadly, most of Dubrovnik's Renaissance buildings were destroyed during a catastrophic earthquake in 1667, which was responsible for the deaths of one-third of the population. Fortunately, several of the most important buildings were spared.
Sponza Palace, which now houses the city's archives, was once used as the Customs Office, where, in medieval times, trade with ports throughout the Mediterranean was conducted under stringent laws. A carved inscription in Latin warns: "Do not cheat or falsify the measures while I am weighing the goods as God is weighing me."
The Renaissance Rector's Palace was the seat of state authority during Dubrovnik's Golden Age, and within the cloister of the Franciscan Monastery one can find Europe's oldest pharmacy, dating to the 14th century.
St. Blaise, an Armenian martyr, is to Dubrovnik what St. Mark is to Venice. Statues of Blaise, the city's patron saint, are everywhere, with the main statue towering over the church of the same name.
Other sights worth a look are Orlando's Column, dedicated to the famous knight and a symbol of Dubrovnik's status as a city-state rivaling Venice in power and wealth, and the Old Port with the fort of St. John, which prevented pirates and enemy ships from entering the Old City.
By all means, enjoy your history lesson, but temper it with relaxation — and a cold drink — at one of several al fresco bars carved out of the rock cliffs above the sea, or take the cable car to Srdj Hill for a panoramic view of the city and surrounding islands. Most definitely stroll along the ramparts of the 1.3-mile city walls.
Beyond the city
Most associate Dubrovnik with its location on the Adriatic, but it has an interior that makes for an interesting excursion. For a study in contrasts, head to the Konavle region, the most southerly part of Croatia, with its mountains, valleys, vineyards and olive groves.
Here, just before Croatia meets the mountainous terrain of Montenegro, visit the old water mill at Konavoski Dvori on the Ljuta River, where the mill owner will offer you a glass of travarica, a local brandy said to have healing powers.
Or opt for an excursion to the lovely seaside village of Cilipi. If you're there on Sunday, head to the square outside the Church of St. Nicholas to watch folk dancing performed by adults and children in native costumes.
Take a cruise around the Elaphiti Islands with their numerous secluded coves where you can stop for a quick dip. Detour to the small coastal town of Orebic for a visit to Korta Katarina Winery. You may arrange for a private tour and tasting among the vineyards overlooking the sea, but it's necessary to book in advance.
Another must-see is the island of Korcula, one of the most beautiful on the Dalmatian Coast, and its walled city of the same name. Often referred to as "Little Dubrovnik" because of its city walls and narrow, cobbled streets, Korcula has managed to pull off a major PR coup. Although no proof exists, the island claims to be the birthplace (in 1254) of Marco Polo, intrepid explorer of China and Mongolia.
The small house in the city center might have been his home once, but there is no doubting the authenticity of the Cathedral of St. Marco and the Bishop's Palace, with its rich collections of Croatian and Italian art and manuscripts, and the 11th-century Church of St. Peter, the oldest preserved church in the town.
On my last night in Dubrovnik, I sat on the cliff-top terrace of the luxurious Villa Agave, sipping a glass of wine and again watching a kaleidoscope of shimmering colors create a sunset that progressed from palest rose to deepest lilac.
Many writers have waxed poetic about the charms of Dubrovnik, but perhaps none so eloquently as 19th- century Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw: "Those who seek paradise on earth should come to Dubrovnik and find it."
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Where to stay: Hotel Excelsior. Overlooking the Adriatic Sea and a 15-minute walk from the Old City, this five-star hotel is celebrating its centenary this year, having been a Dubrovnik landmark since 1913. The hotel has played host to dignitaries ranging from Queen Elizabeth II to Elizabeth Taylor, Aristotle Onassis to Ted Kennedy. The hotel's 158 luxurious rooms and suites have terraces with views ranging from the Old City to the island of Lokrum. The Excelsior has an arrangement with the exclusive Calvados Club, which can arrange guest experiences from private sunset yacht cruises of the islands to candlelit dinners in exotic locations. The Excelsior's sister properties include the nearby private Villa Agave and the Hotel Dubrovnik Palace, boasting panoramic views of the Elaphiti Islands. Adriaticluxuryhotels.com.
Learn more: Croatia.hr


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Out of the tragedy of September 11, 2001, emerged stories of heroism that are the enduring memories of that day. Buildings fell and precious lives were lost, but the spirit of America did not falter.
One year ago, on September 11, 2012, a planned, coordinated and symbolic attack was carried out on our consulate in Benghazi, Libya. Four Americans died.
As in 2001, in the days that following the attack, stories of valor came to light. We learned of two former Marines and Navy SEALs who, while outgunned and outnumbered, manned their posts and defended our nation to their last breaths. A grateful nation remembers their sacrifice on the anniversary of their deaths.
Unfortunately, all the details from that night have yet to be disclosed, and despite the president's promise, no one has been brought to justice. Their families and America have a right to know what happened in Benghazi. Congress will continue to demand those answers, but in the meantime these men deserve the commendation of a grateful nation.
I am a cosponsor of legislation that would posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to Glen Doherty and Tyrone Woods, the Navy SEALs who gave their lives that day. This is the highest civilian award in the U.S. and is given to those who have performed an achievement that has an impact on American history and is likely to be recognized in the recipients' field long after. Forty-two of my colleagues currently support this legislation. It is my great hope that Congress will act on it. This medal honors their sacrifices and symbolizes our promise to never forget.
As we confront the uncertainty of a dangerous world, the line between our allies and our enemies is not always clear. We must remain vigilant at home and clearly define our security strategy abroad. Our military is full of heroes willing to risk their lives for our country, but we cannot ask parents to send their son or daughter into a battle without that clarity.
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This morning, FT China correspondent Simon Rabinovitch pointed us to the ridiculous, scary situation over at the English-language version of the Shanghai Environmental Monitoring Center.
The air quality reading is currently 472 — "severely polluted," an emergency status. The index is supposed to top out at 500, though it's often surpassed this.
Anyway, when it gets this bad, the government apparently breaks out an image of ... a crying little girl.


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My copy of Michael Moorcock's Wizardry and Wild Romance arrived last night, a book which I originally read during undergrad but which I figured, well, might as well own it. And no sooner do I start reading then I see a very laudatory Guardian review of Poul Anderson's The Broken Sword, which I blogged about just yesterday morning. So, apparently the book is even less forgotten than I thought! Anyway, Moorcock claimed that Poul Anderson did Norse literature so well that it just about ruined Tolkien for him -- even beyond all the other infamous critiques he made of Tolkien.
Incidentally, my opinion of Wizardry and Wild Romance has apparently waned considerable since I first read it years ago. First, it's basically a survey of fantasy (romance) literature, which tend to be incredibly dull. The interspersed commentary is vivid and polemical but often head-scratching. Moorcock, furthermore, has a great obsession with style and influence. Influence tends to be a topic of overblown importance, and almost all discussions of style are hopeless for lack of a decent critical vocabulary.** After all, so what if someone's prose "wants to make friends with you?" Even if it was true in Tolkien's case -- it isn't -- that's not all that great an issue, or at least it shouldn't. I quite liked Winnie the Pooh and couldn't quite figure why Moorcock hated it so much. Otherwise, I was heartily struck by the following irony: Moorcock's main theme is improving the quality of genre prose, but his own Elric book that I had read was as awful as other sword and sorcery I've been reading.
China Mieville did a forward praising Moorcock for Wizardry, incidentally. Mieville is someone I think an absolutely fabulous writer, and apparently he truly appreciated Moorcock for explaining his own lackluster response to The Lord of the Rings.
** Off the top of my head, two particularly admirable essays on prose style:
Drout, Michael D.C. "Tolkien's Prose Style and its Literary and Rhetorical Effects." Tolkien Studies 1 (2004): 137-63. Web. Project Muse. 2 Jun 2015.
Rateliff, John D. "'A
Kind of Elvish Craft': Tolkien as Literary Craftsman." Tolkien Studies 6
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Brothers Paul and Richard Smithson, both Sheffield-based builders, found an undetonated World War II shell in their backyard on Townsend Street on Saturday.
The episode caused a small area of Crookes to go into police lockdown as bomb disposal experts from Nottingham moved in to remove the explosive.
Not just scrap metal
The shell had been unearthed a week before the bomb-scare when Richard was excavating the family yard to lay the foundations for a new building.
Thinking it to be a piece of scrap metal, he picked the bomb up and tossed it aside with other debris.
It wasn't until Paul, 59, and his son Lee took a closer look at the metal that they realised what Richard had dug up.
Possible explosion
"It was rounded on one end and it seemed to be going into a point shape or a dome shape at the other end," said Paul.
"We decided that it does look more like a shell."
When the seriousness of the situation became apparent, Paul rang the police. A firearms expert was sent to investigate.
"They decided to call the bomb disposal squad from Nottingham," said Paul.
The police asked residents in close proximity to the bomb to remain in their front rooms to avoid a possible explosion as the bomb was removed.
This is the first time in Paul's career that he has found an undetonated bomb. He reflected: "It's not so bad at first when you think it's a piece of scrap metal, until you've realised that something tells you it's a shell."
"Then, you don't feel so good."


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