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Get Initiated into Bhuta Shuddhi - Cleansing of Five elements
The basis of all creation, including the physical body, is the five elements – earth, water, wind, fire and space. The wellbeing of the body and mind can be established by purifying these five elements within the human system. This process also shapes the body into a stepping stone towards one's ultimate wellbeing. There is a whole system of yoga called Bhuta Shuddhi, which means "purification of the elements."
The Bhuta Shuddhi processes offered by us provide a unique opportunity for everyone to benefit from this deep yogic science, which otherwise requires intense sadhana.
Bhuta Shuddhi helps to:
>Keeps the system in harmony and balance
>Prepares the system to handle powerful states of energy
>Enhances the capabilities of the physical body, mind and energy
>Creates the basis to gain complete mastery over the human system
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On 20th December, 2014.
Montfort spirituality centre
Opp Swami Vivekanand Metro Railway station
Timings: 11.30 am to 1 pm
Fees: INR 3000/- (Including the kit)
Contact: 9620317773 or 9620317774.
Imp Note:
a) This program is open to all.
b) Participants should come in empty stomach condition (Feel free to call for Clarifications).
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Watching the 2014 World Cup this summer, weren't you a little in awe of how these guys ran non-stop for 90 minutes or more?
Of course they train hard for it, but more and more these days that training is a data-driven process steeped in technology. The coach who knows his team's fitness data may just have an edge.
Major league soccer frontrunner the Seattle Sounders FC have, like other pro teams in the NBA, NFL, and NHL, turned to using wearable devices and data visualization software to monitor player fitness and reduce injury risk.
[Could you use a visualization lift in your life and work? Read How Data Visualization Helped Me Run Faster]
Does technology explain why the Sounders have the best record in the MLS this year? Well, having Clint Dempsey on the roster might have something to do with it, too, but the technology does have a direct impact on how the World Cup star and his teammates train.
Before pre-season training this year, Sounders sports science and performance manager David Tenney and data analyst Ravi Ramineni took a hard look at fitness data from previous pre-seasons that they'd captured using wearable devices but hadn't analyzed as deeply as they should.
"We were able to see a correlation between distance and velocity training and injury," says Tenney. "We redesigned the pre-season around that data. There were thresholds we wouldn't cross with high-speed training because we know from the data that it can cause hamstring injuries."
Finding the sweet spotDuring practices, Sounders players wear a tight-fitting vest under their practice jerseys containing two wearables: a device called the MiniMax S4 from Australian company Catapult Sports is attached in the back (between the shoulder blades), and a Polar heart rate monitor sits in the front.
The MiniMax S4 combines GPS connectivity and an accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer to track a player's velocity, body mechanics, distance, times, impact, and acceleration and deceleration rates (Catapult's customers also include the New York Giants, San Antonio Spurs, and Philadelphia Flyers, to name a few).
Tenney and Ramineni then download the data from both devices, storing it in a SQL server database and using Tableau data visualization software as the front end. With Tableau visual dashboards they can see the data and create their own metrics that they hand off to coaches. Coaches themselves are not mining data; they just see fitness category scores for each player.
The goal is to find what Tenney calls the sweet spot: the area where a player's training is enough to increase fitness but not so much that they risk injury.
"The Catapult device generates 370 columns of data," says Tenney. "It's up to us to hone that data using Tableau. The coaches don't want to look at

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Virtually Here Teams with CNRG LexingtonName: Virtually Here Teams with CNRG LexingtonDate: January 1, 2019Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM ESTWebsite: http://www.CNRGLexington.comEvent Description:Virtually Here Teams with CNRG Lexington. CNRG stands for Community Networking Referral Group. CNRG was founded in 2006 and has been growing ever since. Our goal is the exchange of business referrals as a method of support and growth of individual members.Members are expected to maintain high professional standards. Each profession is represented by one member only. We aim to support the general community through service projects and volunteer efforts. Our combined professional and community efforts will serve to develop and grow our business family and our bottom line.
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A top European Union official says the EU and China believe that President Donald Trump made a mistake by pulling the United States out of a landmark international climate agreement.
Standing alongside Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, EU Council President Donald Tusk said Friday that "We are convinced that yesterday's decision by the United States to leave the Paris agreement is a big mistake."
Brussels and Beijing are reaffirming their commitment to the agreement and laying out steps for achieving some of its goals.
Supporters of the decision in U.S. believe pulling out of the pact will save jobs, unburden industries, and save money.
International leaders and scientists are saying jobs can be created in green technology, which will give the China the edge.
China has overtaken the U.S. in transitioning to renewable energy, generating a fifth of its electricity from renewable sources. The U.S. only sources about 13 percent of its electricity from renewables.
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson downplayed the significance of the U.S. pullout from the Paris climate pact saying that the U.S. has a "terrific record" of reducing its own greenhouse gas emissions.
"That was done in the absence of the Paris agreement," Tillerson told the Associated Press, "I don't think we're going to change our effort to reduce our emission in the future, either."
President Trump did say he plans to 'renegotiate' or create an 'entirely new transaction, on terms that are fair to the United States.' But other global leaders involved in the Paris Accord reacted by saying it wasn't up for negotiation.
Jill Colvin, Josh Lederman, and Matthew Lee of the Associated Press contributed to this report


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Ai Dezigns needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 152 designs submitted by 28 freelance designers.
Holborn Law Chambers
My client, Holborn Law Chambers, are a dynamic and specialist practice. They are based in the United Arab Emirates and are well established with associations with specialist and local firms through out not just the United Arab Emirates but also the Middle East and beyond.
Target market are blue chip corporate companies like Dubai Holding, Emaar, Nakheel, Mobadala, Futtaim Group, Al Ghurair Group and Ultra Net-worth individuals.
Basically a very professional, yet conservative audience.
The logo should look conservative and traditionally British. Below are some sample sites my client has forwarded :
1. http://www.cliffordchance.com
2. http://www.whitecase.com/
3. http://www.bakernet.com/
4. http://www.allenovery.com
The logo should read 'Holborn Law Chambers'. In addition, the logo can contain the abbreviation 'HLC' as the "logo".
My client prefers the logo colors to be blue and silver, or gold and brown although he is open to other colors as long as the traditional look is maintained (not too gaudy or overly colorful).
Please bear in mind my client's target audience. They are some very high profile clients so the logo must look very professional and conservative.
Take a look at http://www.paperstreet.com/portfolio_logos.php for some logos of law firms.
The logo will be used online, and on company collateral (brochures, biz cards etc.)
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Product Description for the Shure SLX14/85 (Band G5)
The SLX14/85 Lavalier Wireless System is part of the SLX wireless systems family.
Includes WL185 lavalier microphone, SLX1 bodypack transmitter, SLX4 receiver, tie clip, rackmount kit, two 1/4 wave antennas, power supply, 2 AA batteries, protective bumpers with 8 screws, vinyl bag, and user guide.
The reliable SLX1 wireless bodypack transmitter is designed to hold up to the most adverse conditions. SLX1 can be used in a variety of SLX Wireless systems, including Lavalier, Headworn, Guitar/Bass, Instrument, and Combo.
SLX Wireless Systems feature patented Audio Reference Companding for crystal-clear sound beyond the limits of conventional wireless technology.
The SLX4 receiver brings unprecedented ease of use to wireless with Automatic Frequency Selection and Automatic Transmitter Setup. For use with SLX Wireless.
With included rack hardware and detachable antennas, it is ready for immediate installation right out of the box.
Model SLX4L is available with logic output for use with software echo cancellation and remote battery life monitoring. Logic-enabled transmitters include MX690 and MX890.
WL185 (Cardioid): Recommended for general purpose sound reinforcement applications requiring good rejection of ambient noise. Use of windscreen highly recommended. Pickup angle: 130 degrees.
- Automatic Frequency Selection
- Automatic Transmitter Setup
- 960 Selectable frequencies across 24 MHz bandwidth
- Detachable 1/4 wave antennas
- Microprocessor-controlled diversity
- RF presence LED
- 5-segment audio meter
- Multi-function, backlit LCD
- Low battery indicator
- Frequency and power lockout
- Rugged metal chassis
- Volume control on rear of unit
- 1/2 rack design
- Furnished rack hardware
- Non-slip bumpers for use out of rack
- XLR and 1/4" outputs
- Automatic Transmitter Setup
- Backlit LCD with timeout feature
- Frequency and power lockout
- 3-segment battery fuel gauge
- 2 AA batteries (included) provide 8 hours continuous use
- 470 - 782 MHz operating range
- Dimensions: 108 mm H x 64 mm W x 19 mm D (4.25" x 2.5" x 0.75")
WL185 Lavalier Mic Features:
- Type: Cardioid condenser (electret bias)
- Frequency response: 50Hz-17kHz
- Output impedance: 1,800 ohms
- Sensitivity (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL): -45.5dBV/Pa
- Maximum Sound Pressure Level: 130.5dB SPL
- Output Noise (A-weighted): 28.0dB SPL
- Dynamic Range: 102.5dB
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Annual, perennial herb, shrubs, generally bristly or sharply hairy
Stem prostrate to erect
Leaves cauline, often with basal rosette, generally simple, alternate; lower sometimes opposite, entire
Inflorescence: cyme, generally elongate, panicle-, raceme- or spike-like, coiled in flower, generally uncoiled in fruit or flowers 12 per axil
Flowers generally bisexual, generally radial; sepals 5, free or fused in lower half; corolla 5-lobed, generally salverform, top of tube generally appendaged, appendages 5, alternating with stamens, sometimes arching over tube; stamens 5, epipetalous; ovary superior, generally 4-lobed, style generally entire
Fruit: nutlets 14, smooth to variously roughened, sometimes prickly or bristled
Genera in family: ± 100 genera, ± 2000 species: tropical, temp, especially w North America, Medit; some cultivated (Borago, Echium, Myosotis, Symphytum ).
Almost all genera may be TOXIC from alkaloids or accumulated nitrates
Recent taxonomic note: Recently treated to include Hydrophyllaceae [Olmsted et al. 2000 Mol Phylog Evol 16:96112]
Family description, key to genera by Timothy C. Messick.
Annual, perennial herb, generally strigose
Stem prostrate to erect, branched at base or above, < 5 dm
Leaves simple, 0.510 cm, generally smaller upward; all cauline (lower opposite, linear to oblong, upper generally alternate) or both basal (often in rosettes) and cauline (alternate, linear to oblanceolate)
Inflorescence: raceme or spike, coiled in bud, generally elongate in fruit; bracts 0many; pedicels generally 01 mm
Flower bisexual; sepals fused below middle, 210 mm in fruit; corolla 112 mm wide, all white or yellow inside tube
Fruit: nutlets generally 4, 13.5 mm; back generally with midrib, lateral ribs, cross-ribs, interspaces, generally tubercled, sometimes prickled or bristled; scar generally lateral (on side) near middle or base, sometimes basal (on bottom) or oblique (between side and bottom), sometimes on a stalk or short peg, generally ovate to triangular
Species in genus: ± 65 species: temp w North America, w South America
Etymology: (Greek: sideways pit, from position of nutlet attachment scar)
Reference: [Higgins 1974 Great Basin Natur 34(2):161166; Johnson 1932 Contr Arnold Abroretum 3:1102]
Fully mature nutlets critical for identification; intergradation common in some species groups; sect. Allocarya often treated as a separate genus; many species need further study.
Annual, sharply hairy and sparsely short-tomentose
Stem erect, 0.52 dm
Leaves mostly cauline, alternate, 1.54 cm, ± blistered
Inflorescence short, coiled in fruit, bracted below middle
Flower: calyx 2 mm; corolla 1 mm wide
Fruit: nutlet generally 1, 11.5 mm, ovoid; midrib, lateral ribs low, wide; cross-ribs 0; scar lateral generally above middle, ± round
Ecology: Dry places, generally in sandy soil
Elevation: 12002800 m.
Bioregional distribution: Cascade Range, Great Basin Floristic Province
Distribution outside California: Oregon, w Nevada
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Dog Theft Case Ripples Through New Mexico Town
MORIARTY, N.M. (AP) - Families are coming home to find their dogs had vanished from inside houses, behind locked fences and outdoor kennels in rural communities east of Albuquerque.
But with the Nov. 16 arrest of a woman accused of stealing two pit bulls in Moriarty, authorities think they have confirmed suspicions that the animals were victims of an overzealous animal rescuer turned serial dog-napper.
Edgewood animal control officer Mike Ring says the arrest of 59-year-old Debbie Swenerton "really cracked the case" of some 60 dogs gone missing over the past few years.
Ring says he suspects Swenerton could be part of a network of activists who are concerned about the treatment of animals in rural areas, where many dogs are tied up, live outside or roam freely.
Swenerton's attorney calls the charges ridiculous.
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Portland Trail Blazers (10 - 7) @ Golden State Warriors (5 - 11)
Start time: 7:30 PM PST @ The Oracle Arena
Local TV: CSN Bay Area
Nat TV: NBA LP
Probable starters for the Golden State Warriors:
C - Andris Biedrins
PF - David Lee
SF - Dorell Wright
SG - Monta Ellis
PG - Stephen Curry
Probable starters for the Portland Trail Blazers:
C - Marcus Camby
PF - LaMarcus Aldridge
SF - Nicolas Batum
SG - Wesley Matthews
PG - Raymond Felton
Team leaders:
PPG - M. Ellis (23.3) | L. Aldridge (23.3)
RPG - D. Lee (10.6) | L. Aldridge (8.8)
APG - M. Ellis (7.0) | R. Felton (7.3)
SPG - M. Ellis (1.7) | W. Matthews (1.5)
BPG - A. Biedrins (1.3) | M. Camby (1.3)
Game Thread: Portland Trail Blazers @ Warriors 2012-01-25
Talk about the upcoming Warriors game here
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I feel like this team can beat anyone and lose to anyone in the league right now.
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WarriorHawk87 wrote:I feel like this team can beat anyone and lose to anyone in the league right now.
That is because they are really young. Turn overs and rebounding is what kills us. When we play well it is fun. The game ball should go to Monta, he got everyone involved. Today he was PG and Curry was SG.
Guybrush wrote:Monta making plays for others and not taking insane shots, and we play some great basketball. Fun to watch. Steph is on fire!
Yep, nice to see. He didn't dominate the ball and the team goes on a run... coincidence? When he did, he was picking his spots more and looking to play-make. Only ended up with 7 FGA's but 11 assists. Also Curry reminded me how good he is and how much the team missed him. The 2nd half was the best ball I've seen them play all year.... teamplay, opportunistic, the ball was jumping. That's what I'd like to see from this team as far as scoring. 1/3 Curry 1/3 David Lee 1/3 Monta. Kinda like the We Believe team where they just got the rock to the hot hand. Monta needs to be a playmaker, not just a scorer, to be valuable to this team. He's too much of a liability on D (constantly out of position) to be a one-dimensional player making $11mil/yr.


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Get an overview of this hotelCaribbean mood with cascading waterfall, waterslide
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A stay at Caribe Royale All-Suite Hotel places you in the heart of Orlando, a 7-minute drive from Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets and 11 minutes from Aquatica.
This 4-star resort is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Disney Springs® and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Disney's Hollywood Studios®.
Make yourself at home in one of the 1335 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 3 spa tubs, and a waterslide. This resort also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. If you're planning a day at a nearby theme park, you can hop on the complimentary shuttle.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 2 coffee shops/cafés. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Orlando? This resort has facilities measuring 150000 square feet (13935 square meters), including a conference center. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Opens in a new window
Caribe Royale All-Suite Hotel
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
Waterfalls cascade from rocks high above a 250,000-gallon pool, with a 75-foot (23-meter) serpentine waterslide at this Orlando hotel. A fitness center is in the pool courtyard. An additional pool, 2 spa tubs, children's pool, and water playground are onsite. A series of spa services and treatments are available, including manicures and pedicures, massage, and 3 treatments rooms, including a couples treatment room (advanced reservations required for spa services). Other amenities include a lighted tennis court, lighted basketball court, activity desk, and gift shop. Enjoy a buffet breakfast cooked daily (surcharge).
Complimentary scheduled shuttles get guests to Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores (once per day). Shuttles to the Walt Disney Ticket & Transportation Center and Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets, are included in the resort fee and require advanced reservations.
A convention center, including 150,000 square feet (13,935 square meters) of meeting space and a 40,000-square-foot (3,716-square-meter) ballroom, can accommodate up to 4,400 guests. Catering and small conference rooms are available. A self-service business center offers copying, faxing, scanning, and computer workstations (surcharges). WiFi access is available in public areas (included in resort fee).
Self parking and valet parking are available for a surcharge.
Smoking is permitted in designated areas.
- Waterslide
- Free shopping center shuttle
- Number of outdoor pools - 2
- Free theme park shuttle
- Number of spa tubs - 3
- Elevator/lift
- Fitness facilities
- Number of bars/lounges - 2
- Full-service spa
- Local Expert Concierge
- 24-hour front desk
- Poolside bar
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Conference space
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Meeting rooms
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Free WiFi
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Pool sun loungers
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Valet parking (surcharge)
- Number of coffee shops/cafes - 2
- Children's pool
- Conference space size (meters) - 13935
- Spa services on site
- Luggage storage
- ATM/banking
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Number of restaurants - 3
- 24-hour business center
- Concierge services
- Conference space size (feet) - 150000
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Conference center
- Snack bar/deli
- Designated smoking areas
- Ballroom
- Outdoor tennis court
- Pool umbrellas
- Laundry facilities
- Total number of rooms - 1335
- Arcade/game room
- Number of buildings/towers - 7
- Multilingual staff
Family Friendly Amenities
- Family Hotel
- Outdoor pools
- Children's pool
- Waterslide
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor tennis court
- Theme park shuttle (complimentary)
- Snack bar/deli
- Laundry facilities
- Arcade/game room
- Playground on site
- Microwave
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Self parking (surcharge), Valet parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Air conditioning
- Phone
- Free local calls
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower/tub combination
- Iron/ironing board
- Desk
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Number of bedrooms -
- Number of bathrooms -
- Room service (24 hours)
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Cable TV service
Where to Eat
The Venetian Chop House - Contemporary cuisine including signature steaks, chops, fresh seafood and reserve wine selections. The Venetian Chop House is located on the lower level of the Reception Building. Serving dinner Monday through Saturday 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm. Reservations are recommended.
The Tropicale - Traditional family fare are served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a comfortable setting complete with indoor palm trees. Menu items include sandwiches, burgers, pasta, and meat and poultry dishes.
Calypso's - This poolside dining venue consists of traditional tropical drinks and hot meals, including burgers and sandwiches. It serves snacks and lunch.
Café 24 - Open seven days a week, Café 24, with its bistro theme, offers late-night dining or takeout anytime. Menu items include pizza, salads, and deli favorites.
The Loft - Situated off the hotel lobby, The Loft has a rich wood motif, widescreen TV, cocktails, and snacks.
Java's Coffee Cafe - Located poolside, lobby level, in Tower II. Offers freshly brewed coffee, specialty coffee drinks, freshly baked cookies and muffins, hand-dipped ice cream, and sundries.
Nearby Things to Do
A 250,000-gallon outdoor freeform pool—flanked by towering rocks with a cascading waterfall—and a 75-foot serpentine waterslide create a tropical playground. A fitness center in the pool courtyard provides trained staff and an array of cardio and weight equipment. Bicycles are available for rent from our fitness center along with fishing pole rentals for our recently added catch and release fishing pier. A 1.5 mile bicycle, jogging walking path surrounds our property. For children, Caribe Royale has a separate pool and interactive water playground, as well as a video-game room. Guests can play on a lighted tennis court and a lighted basketball court.
Recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Playground on site
- Golfing nearby
- Basketball on site
- Bicycle rentals on site
Spa Services
Island Spa is the perfect place to pamper your senses, relax, and melt away the stress after a long day of meetings or enjoying the local theme parks. Along with 5-star service from highly skilled professionals, the signature treatments and exclusive Privai products will envelop guests in a sensory, tropical experience. Guests can enjoy from an array of massages, such as hot stone, prenatal, and Swedish, to rejuvenating body treatments.
- Number of treatment rooms 2
- Couples treatment rooms
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Hot stone massage
- Deep tissue massage
- Swedish massage
- Prenatal massage
- Sports massage
- Detoxification wrap
- Massages
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- Accessible bathroom
- Roll-in shower
- In-room accessibility
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Check-in time ends at 6 AM
Minimum check-in age is 18
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Up to 4 children stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
- Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Only service animals are allowed
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No rollaway/extra beds available
- Deposit: USD 50 per day
- Resort fee: USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night
- Fitness center access
- Shuttle service
- Internet access
- Phone calls
- In-room coffee
- Additional inclusions
Optional extras
- Fee for buffet breakfast: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children (approximately)
- Self parking fee: USD 10.65 per day
- Valet parking fee: USD 15.98 per day (in/out privileges)
- Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
Hotel Name
- Caribe Royale All-Suite
- Caribe Royale All-Suite Hotel
- Caribe Royale All-Suite Hotel Orlando
- Caribe Royale All-Suite Orlando
- Caribe Royale Hotel
- Hotel Caribe Royale
- Royale Caribe
- Royale Caribe Hotel
- Caribe Royale All Suite Hotel And Convention Center
- Caribe Royale All Suite Hotel Orlando
- Caribe Royale Orlando Hotel
- Caribe Royale All Suite Hotel Convention Center
- Caribe Royale All Suite Hotel
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.


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2013 Mazda CX-5 in Laval, Québec, $11,475
General Information
- Engine4 cyl.
- TransmissionAutomatic
- Body StyleN/A
- DrivetrainFront wheel drive
- Doors4
- Exterior ColourSilver
- Interior ColourBlack
Stop by our dealership and discover our great offers at AutoZoom.ca Inc.. Check out this amazing used Mazda CX-5 2013 near Laval. Inspected and certified by our experienced technicians, the Silver model has logged 96300 km. You can buy this pre-owned Mazda CX-5 2013 at a great price of $11475. It's a N/A with 4 doors, Automatic transmission and Front wheel drive. This Mazda CX-5 2013 is powered by a 2000cc engine that runs on Unleaded fuel. The exterior is Silver, while the interior is Black and seats 5 passengers. If you'd like to learn more about this used Mazda CX-5 2013 for sale in Laval, don't hesitate to contact us by phone at 1 866 950-7304 or on our web site at http://www.autozoom.ca.
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- CD Player
- Power Windows
- Power Doors
- Power Steering
- Air Conditioning
- Cruise Control
- Electric Mirrors
- ABS Brakes
- Rear Spoiler
- Engine Immobilizer
- Tilt Steering
- Bucket Seats
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Side Airbags
- Intermittent Wipers
- Remote Entry
- Onboard Computer
- Power Brakes
- Traction Control
- Heated mirrors
- Steering wheel audio controls
- Stability control
- MP3 player
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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Leak detection system for liquid, gas and multiproduct pipelines
- E-RTTM (Extended Real Time Transient Model) based leak detection and localisation
- Highly accurate and extremely reliable leak information
- Meets API 1130 and TRFL standards
- Completely independent solution or integrated into existing instrumentation and control systems
PipePatrol is a leading edge system for pipeline leak detection and localisation in pipelines. It is the most sensitive internal leak detection system (LDS) available, providing accurate leak information for a high degree of safety. PipePatrol combines the Real Time Transient Model (RTTM) with a patented Leak Pattern Recognition module to create an Extended Real Time Transient Model (E-RTTM). Its multi method leak detection enables oil and gas pipeline management under both steady and transient pipeline conditions. This way, the LDS is able to reliably distinguish between real leaks and imbalance deviations caused by linefill changes or separation units.
PipePatrol meets all regulatory requirements such as TRFL (Technical Rules for Pipelines in Germany) as well as international industry standards such as the API Recommended Practice 1175 (Pipeline Leak Detection – Program Management) and API 1130 (Computational Pipeline Monitoring for Liquid Pipelines). The leak detection system can be retrofitted to existing pipeline systems. It is designed to be completely redundant and accesses the data that the existing instrumentation provides. PipePatrol interfaces seamlessly with SCADA and other control systems. If required, additional flowmeters and other process instrumentation will also be supplied by KROHNE.
PipePatrol not only involves the necessary hardware and modular software suite. It also comprises the whole project management from consultation to instrumentation, integration, service and support of the LDS.
Product highlights
- The most sensitive internal leak detection system available
- Combines several API1130 techniques into one system
- Outstanding reliability due to "Leak Pattern Recognition"
- Continuous and robust monitoring during all pipeline operating conditions
- Comprehensive suite with various modules for safe and efficient pipeline management
- Scope of features and options:
- Detection and localisation of leaks
- Hydraulic profiles (incl. MAOH calculations)
- Line pack calculations
- Product and batch tracking in multi-product applications
- Life cycle monitoring and efficiency calculations
- Monitoring of vapour pressure and slack line conditions along the pipeline
- Overpressure violation along the pipeline
- Supports a variety of protocols (incl. OPC, Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus Serial, HART and Profibus
- Standard interface to SCADA
Typical applications
- Long crude oil pipelines from oil fields to refineries
- Multiproduct pipelines from refineries to tank farms
- Subsea pipelines from FPSO units and platforms
- Non-continuously operated transport pipelines (e.g. for jet fuel)
- Long water pipelines from desalination plants to cities
- Very long natural gas pipelines from gas fields to refineries
- Refined product pipelines to (petro)chemical plants
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Volunteer Opportunities
The AAVSO is an organization that thrives only with the work of dedicated observers and other volunteers. There are a number of new and ongoing projects at the AAVSO that need people to make them happen. If you're looking for ways to make a contribution to the AAVSO in your spare time (or on a cloudy night!) please consider helping with one or more of these important projects!
Mentor Observers (Mentor Program)
We need experienced observers, visual, CCD and PEP, who are willing to share their time and expertise to help new observers become proficient. If you would like to volunteer contact the program coordinator, Donn Starkey.
Develop Software
AAVSO members and observers use a variety of software to help plan observing runs, submit data, analyze data and for educational purposes. A lot of this software was developed by others and given freely to the AAVSO to share with the public. Do you have a new variable star tool or game? Would you like to help develop software for AAVSO projects? Contact us and let us know.
Help us validate data with Zapper
Are you interested in helping HQ make sure that our variable star data remains the best in the world? Check out the Zapper program. Zapper is a Java, multi-platform program that enables our members to help us make sure our data is of the highest quality by 'zapping' discrepant data points.
Data entry projects
The AAVSO has a number of data entry projects for observational data of the 19th and 20th centuries that exist on paper but not in electronic form. Some of these are AAVSO data published elsewhere (like the Harvard Annals), some are observations found in private papers and correspondence with Headquarters, and some are published data appearing in early literature. While these data are "safe" -- they're preserved and available in paper form -- they're hard to make use of to plot light curves or analyze with computer tools. To make these data easily available to researchers, we want to enter these into the AAVSO International Database and make them available through the light curve generator and data download. We need your help to make that happen!
Some of these data, particularly those published in astronomical literature, are already scanned and available online which means you can keypunch or try to OCR them from the comfort of your own home or office! Other projects may involve going through the AAVSO Archive of historical papers and other material to seek out, scan, and keypunch or OCR these data. See the list of projects below, or contact Elizabeth Waagen for more information. The AAVSO would be very glad to have your help with these important scientific and historical projects!
Here is a sample of the kinds of things that need to be digitized:
- Digitization of AAVSO data published in the Harvard Annals
- Digitization of the IAU Archives of Unpublished Observations
- Digitization of variable star observations of the 19th Century
- Transcription of the Eggen Archives
- Sunspot data
Help make Charts and Sequences
The AAVSO largely automated chart production in the 21st century. Observers now download custom made charts with characteristics chosen to match their instrumentation and preferences from VSP, the Variable Star Plotter.
This has eliminated the need for teams of workers creating multiple 'paper' charts of various field sizes, magnitude limits and field rotation. But it has not completely automated the process. Volunteers using a specific set of criteria still select the comparison star sequences used on all VSP charts. This work will continue indefinitely into the future. Would you like to help? Contact the Sequence Team leader, Tom Bretl.
Help us keeping VSX up-to-date
The Variable Star Index (VSX) has become the largest variable star database in the world. As time goes by, more and more catalogues and lists need to be incorporated to our database, which takes a lot of time and human resources.
We have made a call for volunteers so you can help us keep up with this challenge.
There are many projects that we can take up.
Contact us so we can discuss which one is best for you.
Write Articles for the Newsletter, Blogs or VSOTS
If you can write engaging, scientifically accurate articles about stellar astronomy, variable stars, observing or the AAVSO, you can contribute to any number of AAVSO publications and web pages. We have a quarterly newsletter and annual report, a blog on the main website, blogs on the section web pages, a Facebook page, and a whole series of Variable Star of the Season pieces that you can help make interesting, entertaining and educational. Contact us to find out more.
Write a Book Review for the AAVSO Bookstore
The AAVSO Bookstore has reviews of books on variable stars and related topics intended to help you make informed decisions on purchasing books appropriate to your interest and level of understanding.
The list of reviews and books we offer is a continuous work in progress. If you have a book you'd like to see reviewed, or if you have a review of an appropriate book you'd like to submit, please contact us.
Referee papers for JAAVSO
The Journal of the AAVSO contains the results of research on variable stars and is written mostly by AAVSO members. The quality of scientific journals such as this depends on careful, objective, and informed refereeing. Potential referees are selected by the Editor and will be asked to do the job in a reasonably short time, normally a few weeks. If you have the expertise and can devote some of your time to maintaining the standards of our Journal please contact the Editor and let him know.
Help edit the Writers Bureau
The AAVSO Writers Bureau is a filter blog that offers variable star and stellar astronomy content on a monthly basis to editors of astronomy club and society newsletters. This gives us the chance to inform the public about the fascinating objects we study, as well as the science and research being done, while providing reliable, accurate information to newsletter editors who may lack the time or expertise to write or vet articles for publication. Scanning the participating science and astronomy blogs for material each week is an ongoing endeavor. If you'd like to help, please contact us.
Become a Speaker in the Speakers Bureau
The Speakers Bureau is always on the lookout for enthusiastic, knowledgeable speakers to provide presentations for astronomy clubs, star parties, banquets, Scout Troops, Astronomy Day activities and other public and private astronomy functions. If you have the gift of gab and time to volunteer, please contact us.
Submit a Variable Star Presentation to the Library
The AAVSO has a library of prepared PowerPoint presentations written by AAVSO members, intended for use in talks or presentations about variable stars and related subjects. If you would like to submit a presentation for inclusion in our library see the instructions on this page.


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P0102 OBD-II: Mass or Volume Air Flow "A" Circuit Low
Get diagnosis and repair information for trouble code P0102
What Does P0102 Code Mean?
OBD-II Code P0102 is defined as a Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Low Input
The Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) measures the amount of air entering the engine and the Engine Control Module (ECM) uses the information to determine the proper amount of fuel quantity and ignition timing.
Code P0102 sets when the ECM detects a low voltage output from the Mass Air flow Sensor.
P0102 Symptoms
- Check Engine Light will illuminate
- In many cases, no abnormal symptoms may be noticed
- In some cases, the vehicle may get poor fuel mileage
Common Problems That Trigger the P0102 Code
- The MAF Sensor is unplugged or the wiring is damaged
- Loose or corroded electrical terminals in the MAF Sensor circuit
- Faulty MAF Sensor
Common Misdiagnosis
- MAF Sensor replaced when the cause of code P0102 is a defective connector and/or wiring harness
- MAF Sensor replaced when the cause of code P0102 is a vacuum leak
- MAF Sensor replaced when the cause of code P0102 is a misfiring engine
Polluting Gases Expelled
- HCs (Hydrocarbons): Unburned droplets of raw fuel that smell, affect breathing, and contribute to smog
- CO (Carbon Monoxide): Partially burned fuel that is an odorless and deadly poisonous gas
- NOX (Oxides of Nitrogen): One of the two ingredients that, when exposed to sunlight, cause smog
P0102 Diagnostic Theory for Shops and Technicians
When diagnosing a P0102 code, it is important to record the freeze frame information and then to duplicate the code setting conditions with a test drive. Pay close attention to the engine load, throttle position, RPM, and road speed. Compare these values to the Mass Air Flow grams per second PID. If the grams per second varies a lot or moves in opposite directions to RPM and throttle position, then you may have verified the P0102 code setting condition.
There is a very effective "truth test" for any Mass Air Flow Sensor. Start the engine, let it idle, and then check the Barometric Pressure reading on the scan tool data. Say the reading is 26.5 Hg and you are close to sea level, you know that you have a defective Air Flow Meter because it is telling you that you are at about 4500 feet above sea level. (These conversion tables will help.) When the Mass Air Flow Sensor sees this Barometric reading, it adjusts its Air Density table and then "under reports" the actual amount of air entering the engine. It does this because the Barometric Pressure Sensor is actually part of the Mass Air Flow Sensor.
Sometimes the Air Flow Sensor and the sensing wire get covered with dirt, dust, or oil residue, which can set a P0171 in addition to the P0102 code. Cleaning the sensor might hold off problems for a while, but the MAF sensor should be replaced. This is due to the fact that cleaning the wire isn't a thorough enough solution. A microscopic view of the wire will show that that 50% or more of the contamination is embedded into the sensing wire's grooves and crevices. Always make sure the Air Filter and its enclosure are dirt-, dust-, and oil-free. If you clean and replace the filter and its enclosure as needed, you will prevent the new MAF from failing.


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text: Block Story is a great role playing PC game where you build with blocks and can explore to your heart's content. Today more than 3,000,000 gamers around the world have downloaded it to their mobile phones. And since Block Story has full compatibility between PC and mobile devices, you can move your worlds between your phone and PC allowing you to continue your Block Story adventure at home and on the go. Cool Features * Ten expansive ecosystems to build in and explore * Summon five different creatures to join you in combat * Fantasy/middle ages art style * Level up, grow stronger and battle on * Hours of quest game play and fun


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When Don and Betty decided to spend their golden years in Asheville, their eldest daughter Linda Hemstreet says her organized parents only overlooked one part of their retirement plan: their longevity.
At 98, her father has vascular dementia and her 95-year-old mother suffers from osteoarthritis. Though the former nurse understands what it means to take care of someone, Hemstreet says that it was another experience entirely to become a caregiver to her parents.
"It's a whole different role when it's your family members," she says. "You're basically on call 24/7 for whatever issues might come up with them. The longer they live, the more those kinds of things come up and that's a big challenge just having to be the one available."
For her, that meant doing what she calls "a lot of daily monitoring." Hemstreet's caregiving responsibilities ranged from chauffeuring her parents to doctors' appointments to making sure they were taking their medication and eating enough food. Then one day she realized that her calendar had become their calendar, too.
"I'm in my 60s, and that's an age when many caregivers have to take on this role. Prior to this, you think, 'This is when I can move to working part time, or toward semiretirement.' But what happens when you're a caregiver is that time is filled up with the needs of your parents," she says.
Hemstreet's story has become a familiar narrative locally and nationally.
Findings from a 2009 telephone survey by the Centers for Disease Control show that almost 25 percent of Buncombe County residents have provided regular care to a friend or family member with a health problem, long-term illness or disability in the last month, compared to about 23 percent of respondents statewide.
A study by the AARP that same year estimates that caregivers make up 29 percent of the U.S. population.
However, statistics don't provide the sense of solidarity that a support group can, says Nancy Smith-Hunnicutt.
On the third Monday of each month, she can be found interacting with local caregivers at Caring for Aging Parents Education and Support Program, or CAPES. The support group, co-sponsored by Mission Hospital and Council on Aging of Buncombe County, focuses on the needs of people like Hemstreet who look after their aging parents. Most of the roughly 15 caregivers who attend the support group are caring for a parent with some form of dementia, according to Smith-Hunnicutt.
"In a situation where a person is living with dementia, there are such changes in that individual's personality," says Smith-Hunnicutt. "Those losses are so challenging just to cope with, and especially in the presence of some of the other stressors that can come along."
It can also bring feelings of guilt, says Hemstreet. "There's that whole feeling of, 'Well, they took care of me. Now, I should take care of them.' And there are times when there's legitimate anger, not at your parents, but at resources it takes from you."
One of the greatest stressors Smith-Hunnicutt observes in caregivers is the financial pressure that can arise. It's something she sees outside of CAPES in her role coordinating Mission Hospital's Dementia Responsive Care, a hospital-wide initiative designed to improve care for dementia patients through staff education and family involvement.
She explains, "We're seeing that individuals are able to and interested in working later than what has been a traditional retirement time working often into their 70s or beyond. … Having either spouses or parents that require the caregiver's attention, it impacts their ability to do that."
Smith-Hunnicutt notes other financial burdens, too. "If they reduce … their hours or even leave their job completely, that can really affect their financial situation and, of course, their stress level as well."
Hemstreet, who is part of the CAPES team, counts herself lucky to have avoided those types of financial pitfalls. Overall, she believes looking after her parents has been a worthwhile, albeit emotional, endeavor.
"It's gratifying to know I've done the best I can to help them have the best life they can have at this point in their journey," she says, noting that two months ago, her parents decided to move to an assisted living facility.
As the U.S. population skews older, Hemstreet says a shift in cultural attitudes about caregiving is needed.
"I think we live in a culture where independence is so critically a piece of who we are, but [there] comes a point in every life where we have to become dependent," she says. "As caregivers, it's important to realize that you will become dependent on others to care for you."
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An effort to collect information about impaired driving through a voluntary survey has led to a backlash amid concerns about privacy. Researchers conducting the National Roadside Survey of Alcohol and Drugged Driving work with local police to safely stop drivers, who are then asked to participate. Survey workers collect breath, saliva and blood samples, but no names are taken. Those who agree to provide saliva or blood are paid a small amount. Alternate transportation is provided for any drivers found to be impaired, but no charges are brought. Nevertheless, the participation of police has raised concerns in the wake of revelations about federal surveillance programs, and some police departments say they will no longer assist with the survey.
Collecting anonymous data about a serious public health threat is a far cry from government spying. The National Roadside Survey of Alcohol and Drugged Driving helps highway safety researchers evaluate how well we as a nation are dealing with the known scourge of alcohol-impaired driving and the potential problem of impairment by other drugs. In order to reduce the toll from impaired driving, we need to know how prevalent these substances are among drivers.
Great strides were made in the 1980s and early 1990s to reduce the contribution of alcohol to motor vehicle crashes. Thanks to the activities of organizations such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving and the enactment of laws making punishment for driving under the influence more certain and banning the sale of alcohol to those younger than 21, the proportion of fatally injured drivers with blood alcohol concentrations (BACs) of 0.08 percent or higher fell from nearly half in 1982 to about a third in 1994. The policies worked.
Since the mid-90s, however, that proportion hasn't budged. Does that mean our policies have stopped working? Do we need to change them? Should we double-down on some of them, for example, by lowering the legal BAC limit from 0.08 percent to 0.05 percent? The national roadside survey — anonymous, voluntary and conducted four times previously without ill effects to participants — can help answer those questions.
Previous roadside surveys, conducted in 1973, 1986, 1996 and 2007, show a steady decline in drinking drivers on the road. Our alcohol policies still seem to be working to get impaired drivers off the roads. But we need a better understanding of why alcohol continues to be involved in fatal crashes at such a high rate.
Only by gathering more data can we hope to solve this puzzle so that we can continue our progress in reducing the impaired-driving toll. From a public health perspective, it would be irresponsible not to do so.
The roadside survey provides needed information to help craft effective policies.
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Hanoi - Mai Chau - Son La - Dien Bien Phu - Sapa - Hanoi
Explore Vietnam's remote northwest - the historic battlefields of Dien Bien Phu, the thriving hilltribe markets of Sapa and the stunning mountain scenery of Son La and Lai Chau.
|Road map Northwestern Trail
The remote northwest of Vietnam appeals to those wanting to get off the beaten track in one of Vietnam's most beautiful, unaffected and untouristed areas.
|Mai Chau, Northwestern Trails
The travellers who do venture to Mai Chau, Son La and Dien Bien Phu often do so by way of a hired jeep and driver or do it by motorbike, while those striking straight north to Vietnam's hilltribe capital of Sapa avail themselves of the comfortable and efficient overnight train to Sapa. Whichever way you're headed, prepare yourself for stunning scenery as you pass through spectacular ravines and over breathtaking passes.
|Sapa, Vietnam
Best known for the burgeoning trekking centre of Sapa, there is a lot more worth investigating in this part of the country. The remote French firebase of Dien Bien Phu remains a drawcard, but it's as much the attraction of the trip there as the town itself that is worth visiting. A trip to Dien Bien Phu is easily combined with an approach to Sapa via "the back way" over the Fansipan pass (Vietnam's highest), allowing for more stunning scenery and the opportunity to see some of the less touristed parts of the country.
|Tram Ton Pass
Another popular destinations is Mai Chau whose day-trekking and stunning scenery have helped it develop into a small tourist centre en-route to Dien Bien Phu -- many trips from Hanoi run out to Mai Chau -- and with good reason. It also forms a comfortable spot to rest those weary limbs before continuing onwards and up into the hills.
|Road to Son La, Vietnam
More and more travellers are now heading up into this part of the country, in part due to the long-awaited opening of the border crossing into Laos near Dien Bien Phu -- yes, it's true, you really can cross here now!
This is a time consuming part of Vietnam to visit, but if you have the time, the northwest is well worth adding into your trip plans.
|Ethnic minorities in Sapa
Now if you've seen that episode then you'll know just how amazing that experience looked. After seeing the episode for the first time, the initial awe of the entertainment, and speculation as to the reality of personally carry out something like this soon passed, after realization of the fact that this was a incredibly well funded show and each trip has a small army for back up and support.
Discover Vietnam's rugged and scenic northwest and its people first hand with ACTIVETRAVEL ASIA. By taking to the roads and riding from the capital Hanoi to the remote area of the northwest we can see life as it truly is for the Vietnamese. The perfect itinerary and the support crew ensure you get the most out of the trip in terms of comfort, enjoyment and adventure. Along the way we encounter dramatic landscapes and sweeping panoramas as the rural population goes about its business.
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When judges Sally Honenberger, Barry Sisson, and Jeb Livingood sat down to read the cream of this year's 88 fiction submissions, they had their work cut out for them.
Sisson, a key backer of last year's award-winning film The Station Agent, stepped in at the last minute as a substitute judge for Don Webster, a noted writer who lives in Ivy. (Webster had to forego the pleasure of the Hook contest entries to rush to Banda Aceh and Sri Lanka to examine tsunami reconstruction efforts for the United Nations.) Previous contest winners Honenberger and Livingood joined Sisson in paying tribute to the rich pool of writing talent in central Virginia.
After a preliminary reader had narrowed the field to 15, the pros began the tough business of choosing what turned out to be the firsts among equals. Read their comments on page XX, then turn the page to enjoy the winning entry, "What Can't be Cured," for yourself.
Second place was "Felonious Monk," by Bonnie Holmberg, and Shi-Shi Wang's "The Inarticulate Speech of the Heart," took third place. Those two stories will be published later for your summer reading pleasure.
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Nintendo Finally To Dip Its Toe In The Smartphone/Tablet Gaming Market
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Roughly every gamer who grew up in the glorious eighties and who also owns a smart phone has been completely flabbergasted that Nintendo, that icon of our youths, had so steadfastly resisted getting involved in mobile-device gaming unless the hardware had its logo slapped on the back. Add to that the company's drumbeat against emulators on phones and tablets that would allow gamers to play the amazing back-catalog of games-gone-by while simultaneously refusing to release any of those games for those devices themselves and at times it appears that Nintendo hates money. Recently, we even covered Nintendo's odd decision to go the opposite direction and port common smartphone and tablet games to Nintendo handheld hardware. This whole refusal to get with the times has come off as downright crazy.
Well, in a spot of good news, it looks like Nintendo is finally starting to dip its toes in the smartphone and tablet market.
Nintendo announced today that the company has entered into a "business and capital alliance" with Japanese online giant DeNA. As part of this alliance, the two companies will team up (a press release specifically mentions "joint development") to release "gaming applications for smart devices". These games will use Nintendo IP.You may be thinking, "Duh, why wouldn't they do this?", but that's the question Nintendo fans have been asking for several years now. The fact is that the gaming giant has completely ignored the very existence of these mobile gaming platforms everyone has these days. Still, developing new games using Nintendo IP for phones and tablets is a nice move, but if it really takes off and it's successful? Perhaps that's when we'll finally see the back catalog of games open up officially.
And, while the wording is a bit vague and Nintendo insists it will continue being in the hardware business, check this Nintendo statement out.
Nintendo and DeNA expect to develop a new core system compatible with a variety of devices including PCs, smartphones and tablets as well as Nintendo's dedicated video game systems, and are to jointly develop a membership service utilizing this system, with a launch targeted for the fall of 2015. The companies expect to further enhance their customer relationships through the membership service.Nintendo games possibly on the PC? It'd be a bold move, and a massive departure from the Nintendo of the past... and it would be smart as hell. Perhaps the gaming giant of my youth is finally embracing the present, if not the future.
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My name is Mia and I am starting up a small online dog training company looking to offer training advice, tips and products to dog owners.
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Dog is to have almond shaped eyes and a collar with a tag (see attached scanned document for inspiration).
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We need a logo for a Brazilian fast food restaurant that will be located in a mall food court.
The name of the place is Pastéis.
The restaurant serves a hot pocket called Pastéis.
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text: Sijun Forums :: View topic - Lots of images to critique Log in to check your private messages Sijun Forums Forum Index >> Work in Progress View previous topic :: View next topic Author Topic : "Lots of images to critique" RayTracedjunior memberMember #Joined: 16 Sep 2000Posts: 8Location: Arlington, VA, USA Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2001 7:48 pm Ok..I have a bunch of images...please say what you think about as much as you are willing to....here goes Ok..this is an axe I just finished. Rendered it in Ghost. Still need to put some bump on it Ok this is the monster sketch I did Ok this is the current render. No textures yet The wire Perspective wire A bridge light test I did from a drawing by Vortx Please let me know what you think and how I can improve these images. Thanks Jesse Brophy RayTraced [This message has been edited by RayTraced (edited January 03, 2001).] Back to top LeChuckmemberMember #Joined: 20 Dec 1999Posts: 406Location: unknown Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2001 8:18 pm Awsome. I hope you plan on adding textures to the bridge. It is going to look really good. Back to top g:techmemberMember #Joined: 11 May 2000Posts: 195Location: Beaverton, OR Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2001 8:33 pm Hot damn, that is one SWEET ASS looking axe. I would buy that thing if it were for sale. NICE. Can't help you out on the other things, since I'm not a 3D guru. Just had to say "wow" at the axe, though. Awesome design. peace, ------------ Back to top EviLToYLeTmemberMember #Joined: 09 Aug 2000Posts: 1216Location: CA, USA Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2001 9:21 pm I'm not much into 3d myself....but trying to get there. Anyway, I think all your light sources are too extreme and your overexposing some stuff. For example, the WHOLE ax looks really shiny and mettalic....while only the blade is suppsoed to be shiny and mettalic. Although you may be aware of this, i'm just letting you know that it detracts from realism. Back to top GuymemberMember #Joined: 29 Feb 2000Posts: 602Location: British Columbia, Canada Posted: Fri Jan 05, 2001 2:13 am cool stuff. personaly i find having a really bright light helps to add a bit more realism. at least if its an outdoor shot. i really like the bridge shot, but maybe just a little bit less brightness, but not too much. this is just my observation though. best thing you can do is go outside in the middle of the afternoon and see how bright things get from the sun shining on it Back to top Display posts from previous: All Posts1 Day7 Days2 Weeks1 Month3 Months6 Months1 Year Oldest FirstNewest First Sijun Forums Forum Index -> Work in Progress All times are GMT - 8 Hours Page 1 of 1 Jump to: Select a forum Digital Art----------------Digital Art DiscussionWork in ProgressGallery/Finished Work Miscellaneous----------------Random MusingsArchive : Sep99 - Dec00 You cannot post new topics in this forumYou cannot reply to topics in this forumYou cannot edit your posts in this forumYou cannot delete your posts in this forumYou cannot vote in polls in this forum Powered by phpBB © 2005 phpBB Group


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ScreenCrush to Star Command, do you read us? This cosplay of Buzz Lightyear from 'Toy Story' is absolutely wonderful!
UPDATE: This cosplayer has been identified as Thomas Sergneri, who was kind enough to offer some details and making-of photos of his costume below: "It's made entirely from lightweight plastics such as stryene and pvc-foam. With a little bit of EVA foam on a few pieces." For more info on the making of this Buzz Lightyear cosplay, head on over to Sergneri's website Rawr Bomb, where you can also see his other incredible creations.
Inspired by 'Toy Story's lovable astro-traveler, this costume has everything -- the helmet, all the buttons (which we hope are functioning!), and joints perfectly crafted to allow optimal movement. And Sergneri even has the perfect Buzz Lightyear chin! How could he not dress up as Buzz?!
These photos were snapped at Emerald City Comic-Con last year by Nickolas Park of Washington state. If you head over to Park's DeviantArt page, you can check out tons of pics of cosplayers from all of his convention adventures.
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In the late 1970's the City of Roanoke began reviving its downtown market district—which had previously succumbed to urban blight—by renovating a large five-story warehouse as a multi-cultural center. In 1983, that facility, Center in the Square, was opened to the public. It housed the Art Museum of Western Virginia, Mill Mountain Theater, Roanoke Valley History Museum, the Arts Council of the Blue Ridge and the renamed Science Museum of Western Virginia. To make the move to the center, the Science Museum had successfully raised $3 million to construct a planetarium and new galleries.
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