text:
Compare the Triplets (Ruby)
Came across HackerRank the other day so decided to give their coding challenges a whirl. The third or fourth one I did was interesting in that I decided to play with some hashes as part of my solution. Again, nothing complicated, but I wanted to play with hashes as part of the solution.
The Challenge
My Solution (Brute Force)
First attempt was a straight up brute force approach. Conditional statements for comparing each score that then added to the scores of the individuals being compared, and chucking all that into an empty array to return. It cleared all the initial tests and scored the max points of 10 on final submission, but it wasn't really DRY enough and well, I wanted to play with hashes. So Enter solution two
Solution two was born from the idea that we are comparing two coders, each of whom have multiple values associated to them, we have their overall score that we are calculating and then we have the triplet values for each user that we use to calculate that overall score. The thought process here was simply, to gather the information for each coder in a such a way that is was easy to understand, reason about and access.
So first thing we did was create the score param based on the values provided to the solve method. The assumption based on the directions is that the first three elements of the array belong to the first coder and the second three belong to the second. So we parsed that into a hash that looked like this:
score_params = {
coder_one: {
score: 0,
set_zero: a0,
set_one: a1,
set_two: a2 },
coder_two: {
score: 0,
set_zero: b0,
set_one: b1,
set_two: b2 }
This allows us to capture and calculate the total score for each coder and have their respective set scores under their own hash and makes it every easy to reason about and understand where scores are coming from without having to do any manipulation of the array other than just parse it into our score_params hash at the start of the method. This allows the array to stand as it is, and we work with a hash to do our remaining calculations.
The other thing we did was extract the logic for comparing these values into a separate method, maintaining single responsibility and taking a more component approach to our method. The compare method takes the score_param we parse at the beginning and does the comparisons of those within that method. That method does look familiar in that it uses the similar conditional logic we used in the first iteration, but it is extracted away so as to not clutter up the main solve method. I think of this as pushing the logic down the stack, where the solve would be our controller and compare would likely live in the model where we would ask the model to do the work of calculating and the controller would return the info back to the view.
Finally we stick with our results array and we pass the calculated score for each coder into that array. That calculated score is held in the score param as well so everything is neat and clean in terms of our data structure and we don't have additional variables like we had in the brute force approach (individual_one, individual_two) that only are used for calculating the combined score for each coder. Holding that score in the param is clean and keeps us at two variables for the whole method.
I think there may be a cleaner way to do the compare method, but I'm not unhappy with it because you can look at it and very easily reason about what it is doing. Additional steps on this would be to work in logic for handling the option of comparing more than one coder's scores. Though that is outside the scope of the challenge as written.


text:
Some car owners when applying for insurance start doubting what insurance company – online or local – to choose. There are both advantages and drawbacks of online and real insurance companies and the choice is up to you.
Obviously, local car insurance agents seem to be more reliable. The cooperation with real agents makes the deal more personalized. Furthermore, if you don't know what you need, an agent will help you to choose the right plan. Local insurance companies make filing the claim easier as doing it by phone can be complicated.
A local car insurance company can also offer discounts, special offers, and cheap car insurance rate. Just because a company works online doesn't mean that it's more affordable than a local one.
Looking for a local car insurance agency isn't a difficult process. You only need access to the Internet. Still, Personal Money Service recommends you applying to the proven agencies. Probably, your friends and family could help you with it if they have already applied to the particular insurance company.
It's also important to compare different plans and offers to find more beneficial. It can be either online one or local.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
|Les affranchis PDF or ePub Livres
|Format Type
|PDF, e-Pub, Kindle, Mobi, Audible
Télécharger Les affranchis Livres PDF Pileggi N Livress en ligne PDF Les affranchis. Télécharger et lire des Livress en ligne Les affranchis Online ePub/PDF/Audible/Kindle, son moyen facile de diffuser Les affranchis Livress pour plusieurs appareils.
Detail Les affranchis ePub/PDF/Kindle
Télécharger PDF/EPUB Livress | Pages: | Release: 1993-04-28 | Author: Pileggi N
- Over 10 million titles covering all genres in our book directory.
- New titles are added every day! We like to keep things fresh. Like a Les affranchis
- Free Joint to access PDF files, eLivres, ePubs, eMagazines and more
PDF/MOBI/EPUB Télécharger ebook file Les affranchis
Télécharger and Lire en ligne Livres Les affranchis Online ePub/PDF/Audible/Kindle, its easy way to streaming Les affranchis Livres for multiple devices.
Les affranchis was written by best authors whom known as an author and have wrote many interesting Livres with great story telling. Les affranchis was one of the most wanted Livres on 2019. It contains pages. This book was very surprised because of its top rating and got about best user reviews. So, after finishing reading this book, I recommend to readers to not underestimate this great book. You should take Les affranchis as your reading list or you will be regret because you have not reading it yet in your live.


text:
Physicians Conference Center 3300 Gallows Road Annandale, Va. More info contact Gina Washington at 703-349-2790 or email: firstname.lastname@example.com. Program will run 6 consecutive Sunday's through August 28th.
Back to All Events
Earlier Event: July 24Studio E Art Therapy in NOVA for Children
Later Event: July 24Summer camps for children with epilepsy.


text:
Our mission is to create fresh, immersive articles on equestrian lifestyle and sport, current events, health and horsemanship.
What's more, Horse Network is a community, and we're always looking for smart, new ideas from horse-crazy folks like you.
Pick a topic.
We try to cover all facets—big and small—of the horse community. But usually, these tend to fall into one of five categories.
- News: Current events and breaking news in the world of horses and have qzz in your life.
- Sports: Athlete profiles, in-depth interviews, and trending issues in equestrian sport.
- Health: News, stories, tips, opinions and techniques from the experts.
- Lifestyle: Fashion, trends, home decor and more for the equestrian enthusiast.
- Laugh: Humor posts, parodies, and general ridiculousness.
- Learn: Training tips, advice and experiences from the field.
- Opinion: Personal views on current and controversial issues in the equestrian world.
- Western: Horsemanship, reining, barrels, cowboy culture and all things western.
Not seeing your topic here? Don't worry. Submit it anyway, we'll find a home for it!
Our content is:
- Well-researched, fact-driven, and related to equestrian sport, horse health, current events and more.
- Humorous essays, list stories, and satirical writing.
- Thought-driven criticism and opinion pieces about the industry.
- Multi-media (Photos, graphics, video).
- Barn hacks and tricks of the trade.
Write from the heart! The horse world is a diverse and bottomless well of information. If you care about an issue, chances are someone else does, too.
Please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
Espionage, specifically the glamorous, Hollywood portrayal of Spies and the act of spying, has always just been one of those things to me. Whether it be the infamous 007 himself, or even something as silly as The Saint, the thought of one man/small team of highly trained, super specialized operatives working their way through an enemy base/encampment/place where the number of them is greater then the number of you by some ridiculous exponent, has always just put a stupid grin on my face.
Counterspy puts that same stupid grin on my face. Capturing the spirit of the Cold War, this spy romp sets you as a neutral party between two super powers, the Imperialists of the West, and the Socialists of the East. Your mission, as an agent, quite possibly the only agent, of C.O.U.N.T.E.R., is to stop those powers from firing their nuclear weapons at.... THE MOON.
Wait, what? Yeah, THE MOON. I know, not the most noteworthy of targets for Cold War nuclear warheads. When I was first made aware of this nefarious plot to shoot rockets at our glorious satellite, which would in turn knock it off it's orbit and into Earth's gravity, thereby killing everyone, I found the science a bit dubious. I still do. It's a crazy assertion, and a real nutso way of getting to the idea of mutually assured destruction. In fact, even "Agent," the appropriately named secret agent whom you control, even questions it between mission briefings.
Despite the utter zaniness of Counterspy's Sword of Damocles, Agent's mission to delay the inevitable launch and our assured deaths works. Combing 2D stealth with some cover based shooting, Agent is sent on assignments against both superpowers. Each power is assigned a DEFCON level, which moves from 5, which is bad but whatever, to 1, representing peril of the most imminent variety. Getting caught during Agent's infiltrations results in the DEFCON lowering, which itself turns into a countdown timer, spurning you to either not get caught, or risk having to race to the computer at the end of the level to stop the timer.
And the purpose of the perilous assignments? Data collection. Over the course of the game, Agent collects various pieces of information about the flight plans and launch sites of both sides. Before each mission, you're given a choice of which side you would like to infiltrate, and information as to what collectibles you can expect to find during the course of your secret excursion. The collectibles range from simple info drops that equal money, to dossiers that, on top of money, also lend a bit to the back story. They're fairly entertaining reads if you're the kind of person who needs additional information on what kind of governments would consider bombing THE MOON.
Also available to find are Formulas and Weapon Schematics. Formulas are available for purchase before a mission, giving you perks like extra health, or armor piercing bullets. They only last for the mission they are purchased for, but some of them, like the armor piercing bullets, feel like a necessity, as they allow you to shoot through armored cameras... and armored helmets. Weapon Schematics are exactly what they sound like. Collect enough and they unlock another weapon for your arsenal. I unlocked a handful during my first play through, and while each felt appropriately different, nothing really compared to the handiness or reliability of the Diplomatic (read: Silenced) Pistol. It, along with a pretty sweet mind control dart gun, came with me to every party.
Walking around in the 2D space feels great, though the field of view feels a bit smaller then it should. Comparing it to a more recent 2D stealth game like Klei's Mark of the Ninja, I always felt like I was aching to see more, and never felt prepared for what was waiting behind the heavy doors of the Missile bases I was infiltrating. It's never a good feeling in a stealth game, that sense that you are missing something important, and it was one that not only dogged me for the duration, but was more often then not, absolutely right.
That being said, Agent sneaks around at a decent speed, and should you pop up behind a guard, he delivers a mean neck snap. If they spot you, that neck snap turns into a series of judo chops that would make Austin Powers proud. It's when you're spotted, and you will get spotted, that everything gets a little nuts.
Now I'm sure it's possible to get through a level without being seen, I mean, hell, there's an achievement for it, but you're eventually going to have to drop into cover. Doing so shifts your field from 2D to 3D. It's a neat effect, and in the running for the nicest looking cover animation I've yet seen in a game, but it's implementation leads to some clunky game play. Moving the right stick around while you're in cover gives you a real wide aiming reticule, allowing a bit of pre-aiming. There's no blind firing, so your only recourse is to pop up into an actual aiming mode, exposing you to your enemies. In low number situations, this action isn't a problem, and getting the drop on your foes is easy and satisfying. It's when you get into the big rooms, when the enemies number above 5, that aiming feels a bit unwieldy. Multiple times, especially when faced with guards carrying heavy ordinance like rocket launchers and grenades, I found myself struggling with the reticule. Could it just be my problem? Certainly, but where it feels natural in true shooters, in Counterspy, it feels cumbrous.
Dynamighty makes it very clear, though, that you are supposed to avoid those gunfights as much as possible. Agent isn't a bulletproof one man army, and standing up, welcoming the terrible fire of the waiting guards is the fastest way to see those rockets start their trip to THE MOON. To communicate this, every action Agent takes is given a point value, which is then totaled at the end of a mission. To get that point total higher, which can lead to bonus money for weapons and formulas, stealth actions build a multiplier, while noisy actions which attract enemy attention, drop the multiplier back down to zero. It's a system that feels very organic to the flow of the game, and it adds a ton of replayability if you are in to things like leaderboards.
By far, though, my favorite part of the game is its style. The animation is fresh yet timely, and it immediately draws you in. Moving around the silo is made easier by different visual cues, like yellow hash marks on the floor pointing out a spot where you can leap onto a ledge above you, and the shifts from 2D to 3D are flawless. Even more so, the design of the you're sent to find have a real B movie feel to them, and everything looks like it was pulled out of a "spy movie" file found buried in some Hollywood basement. I also feel compelled to mention the sound design, which is kind of a rare thing for me. The title track straight up reminded me of Archer, right down to the colorful cutouts flying across the screen, and the little sound additions, like the reloading of a gun, or the measured steps of a patrolling guard, really added to that "spy movie" feel.
And in the end, that's really what it all comes down to. Counterspy succeeds because it takes a concept that everyone is familiar with, and delivers something a bit unexpected in its ability to capitalize on those familiar aspects. Sure it frames its narrative in one of the most patently ridiculous stories I've ever heard, but it captures that danger and excitement of the Hollywood Spy like nothing else in gaming has. Don't let this one sneak by.
Reviewer and Editor for Darkstation by day, probably not the best superhero by night. I mean, look at that costume. EEK!


text:
Archi Group - Tamarashvili
Domson's Engineering is a general contractor of Archi Group.
Our Group is executing MEP design works in residential complex - Archi Tamarashvili. Project includes heating, cooling, ventilation, water supply, sewage, electricity, low voltage, fire safety and fire fighting systems. Construction and MEP engineering installation works are planned to be completed by the end of the year 2019.
Archi Group is one of the largest leading Georgian development company. To date, the company's projects include 19 completed residential estates. Company plans to introduce up to sixteen additional new estates by 2025.
MEP Design


text:
Are You Feeling Funny?
Hear fascinating insights and revealing anecdotes from top comedians as they discuss health and well-being with a Harley street doctor | Series 1 available now!
Are You Feeling Funny? is hosted by Dr. Brian Kaplan, the Comedy Consultant is Arnold Brown and the show is produced by Snipper Nixon.


text:
Employee Engagement Workshop
measuring and creating employee engagement
"To win in the marketplace you must first win in the workplace."
-Doug Conant
Ever notice that some companies have employees bending over backward to give and do more, while others have staff just barely doing the minimum to stay employed?
Archos Advisors knows why. And we know how to turn your worker bees into engaged, productive, energized humans.
Archos Advisors applies research-backed systems and trainings to bring out the best in your employees. Best of all, our relationship-based model means we won't just set the stage and say sayonara—we'll support you on your journey to create and sustain a highly-engaged team!
Employee Engagement Workshop and Process
Unlock High Performance
Our work with organizations on employee engagement starts with a simple 30 to 45-minute discovery conversation at no charge. This conversation enables our team to learn more about your desired outcomes and answer your questions about the process for measuring and creating engagement. Should you want to proceed following discovery, the process will include:
Baseline measurement of engagement using Gallup's Q12 survey
Half-day workshop session with leaders to promote understanding engagement, review survey results, and prepare leaders for action planning
Support and tools for action planning to create engagement
Collaboration and coaching for sustainability.
Interested in learning more about our workshops? Fill out the form below for more information.


text:
Tanika & Christian
Here is the sizzling hot wedding of Tanika and Christian from July 2017. The summer sun shone down all day and the music, smiling people and heat created a real festival vibe. It was my first time photographing at Court Farm and it was such a lovely venue with lots of rustic buildings, a grand open fronted barn and lawns for the guests to enjoy.
It was a real privilege to document her Dad helping her get ready which apparently was a old ritual from her school days. He was such a pro with the buttons, clasps and veil! One of the details that I really loved was the traditional henna tattoo that Tanika and all of the bridesmaids had done for the day. Each design was so intricate and beautiful.
The bride and bus of guests may have both been fashionably late but that didn't stop the day from being a fantastic event. Tanika looked absolutely stunning in her dreamy flowing dress and sparkling headdress. The ceremony was conducted by old family friends which made it feel more intimate and personal and they said 'I do' to a backdrop of the lovely barn and a wall created using photographs from their guests wedding days.
Some of my favourite photos from the day were taken when Tanika and Christian took a break from their whirlwind day and found a quiet and shady spot for a relaxing drink together. They just look so happy and chilled out as they shared some precious moments together.
One of the most heartwarming moments of the day had to be when the music from the Irish band brought Christian's Nan to the dance floor with a spring in her step and a twinkle in her eye and everyone joined her to belt out some old tunes. Music is such a positive and powerful force.
A big thank you for to Tanika and Christian for asking me to document your day and create these memories for you. It was a pleasure to be part of your awesome day.


text:
When you consider the overnight success of Ship Your Enemies Glitter no idea is too big or small, or too silly. This Australian start-up had just the right idea when it comes to something small and cheap, that would attract attention and earn a good dollar. When you consider opening lines from their website such as "We send glitter to the people you hate", it's no wonder why the idea is a success.
What is it? Sending glitter is exactly what Ship Your Enemies Glitter does. For AUD$9.99, the site owner will send an envelope full of tiny sparkles of glitter to anyone anywhere in the world. There is also the option of including a note to your enemy or the person you are pranking.
Quick facts:
- Started up 13 January 2015
- Over 2,000 orders placed to the value of AUD$20,000 placed within hours of launch
- Marketing strategy: simple user friendly website, catchy words and 'street talk', tweet from personal Twitter account and advertised on Product Hunt
- Simple costs of mail, glitter and envelopes
- Sold for USD$85,000 on 22 January 2015
- Currently over 6,000 followers on Facebook
Result? The recipient of this glitter mail package will be surprised, angered or humoured to open an envelope full of glitter that is intended to fall everywhere. Those tiny sparkles of glitter will be a nightmare to get off skin, carpet, clothes and wherever else it falls.
Success? Yes, this was a success. Since the business started up on 13 January 2015, thousands of orders were placed. The site owner was overwhelmed and ceased taking orders within 24 hours of the launch on Product Hunt. During the shut down, a copy cat Ship Your Enemies Glitter version of this website popped up making a temporary success until the Official Ship Your Enemies Glitter was re-launched.
Other Ideas? Backing off Official Ship Your Enemies Glitter and copy cat Ship Your Enemies Glitter the opposite idea has come to life from Ship Your Sparkle. Instead of pranking enemies and friends, Ship Your Sparkle is to bring a wish or a smile to a friend or loved one. Sure, the idea of 'prank' is still there, but I take it that the large shaped sparkles (instead of glitter) is the friendlier version.
Be inspired, because a simple and cheap idea, gave the save founder quick few bucks overnight.


text:
today we're publishing the next part of the compositions written by the German students who travelled to Estonia in May.
Enjoy the reading!
My Comenius days in Estonia
On Thursday the 29th of May we started our trip to Estonia. We met at the airport of Nuremberg and took the plane to Frankfurt and then to Tallinn. There we had to wait for the bus of another group to pick us up and drive us to Kivioli. When we arrived our hosts were already waiting for us, so we went home, had dinner and then recovered from the trip.
In the morning we went to school and our hosts showed us parts of the school, before we went to the presentation of the films about our topic: Our way to EU/NATO. After lunch in the cafeteria, we went by bus to the Vaivara war museum. There we made a walk around the area to see where battles took place and to see some old bunkers. In the museum we saw original weapons, uniforms and other things they found in the woods after the fights. Next we visited Narva-Joesuu and had a picnic at the beach and then travelled back to Kivioli with a short stop at a waterfall. On Saturday we went to the capital Tallinn. First we visited the museum of Occupation where we learned something about the history of Estonia. After that we had a guided tour around the old town. I think it's really beautiful, because of all the old churches and old houses. We had some free time with our hosts after that, so we ate something and went shopping. When we went back we ate in a traditional restaurant with very delicious food and had some time at the seaside again, because we had a flat tyre.
On Sunday I went to a park with my host and her boyfriend. It was very beautiful there, because you have there gardens, old woods and the seaside.
In the evening we went to the beach to make barbecue. We had much fun and it was really beautiful there, because of the sunset. So on Monday we were very sad to say goodbye to our hosts and we all wished to stay there some more time.
Johanna Mehringer
My Comenius Days in Estonia
On the 29th of May, late in the evening, we finally arrived at our destination, the small but beautiful city Kiviõli in Estonia. We all were warmly welcomed by our host families and then went with them to our home for the next few days.
The next day started pretty early, because we had to be in school at 9.30 am, and my host sister wanted to give me and my friend a tour around their school, about which I can say now is more modern than our school. At 9.30, we all met in the Assembly hall to listen to the school choir and to watch national dances, performed by some younger students. After that, we watched the presentations from each country, with a short cake break and the presentations about Estonia. We had lunch in the canteen of the school and went later to Vaivara, a small town with a museum about the two World Wars in Estonia. In the evening, we had free time with our families, so my family took me canoeing on a beautiful lake near Kiviõli. Astonishing was, that we stayed at the lake until 10 pm, but the sun was still up as if it was at 5 pm.
On our second day, we went to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. After a guided tour in a museum about the two World Wars, we had another guided tour, through the charming old town. The whole afternoon was free for us students again, so we had another chance to get known to Tallinn by ourselves. For dinner time, we drove to a traditional Estonian restaurant near the seaside. The food was there, as always actually, incredibly delicious. Before we went on with our bus, we all went to the beach and walked a little bit. When we arrived in Kiviõli that evening, we all were too tired to do something, so we went to bed.
Sunday, the last day arrived too early, but our host families all knew a way to let us forget that the next day we had to leave. After we all slept very long, my family took me to a Spa in Rakvere. We were there two foreign exchange partners (a girl from Spain and me) and our host sisters with family. Later, we had lunch and went to a mall, where we girls went shopping of course (Estonian stores have opened on Sundays!). In the evening, we met other Comenius students again at a barbecue party near the seaside. We ate a lot, went barefoot to the beach, and some even took out a guitar and sang a bit. For most of us, this was the best way to end this exchange.
On Monday it was time to say good bye to my family and to fly back to Germany, where we arrived pretty late in the evening, tired, but happy that we were there. I would like to say a big thank you for all the people that were in this magnificent journey, especially to my lovely host family!
Friederike Schattke
Comenius project – Estonia 2014
After our long journey by flight from Nürnberg over Frankfurt to Tallinn we finally arrived at the airport. A teacher from our partner school welcomed us there and together we waited for some of the other students that would take part in our project. When they finally arrived by bus, we climbed in and together we went to Kivioli. At school in Kivioli our exchange partners were already waiting for us. So we went home with our new families and had a great evening with them together. The next two days we had a very interesting program. We visited the war museum in Vaivaraand, went to a look-out where we could see half of Estonia (more or less), had a beautiful picnic at the beach and went to Tallinn to visit the "old times of Tallinn"-festival. We were all enjoying the ambience and bought traditional candies made in Estonia. Sunday we had free time with our partners and so my host family went to a swamp with us. On the way I had the probably most exciting moment of our visit: I saw a bear in wildlife. In the evening a group of us went to the beach to do a barbecue. With some of the Spanish people and our Estonian hosts we were making plans about visiting each other again and so we were all sad when the sun finally set in the sea and we had to go. The luggage was packed fast and in the next morning we were all so sad about leaving, but we finally had to. So we started out for our travel back. It was such a wonderful time with the whole group, so our thoughts are all the same: the time we had was too short, but thank you very much for the great time we had!
Annegret Lehmeier


text:
A short story style battle report from the Strike Zone: Wotan campaign by the Beasts of War.
For some reason the Su Jian unnerved Ziya. The way it seemed to sway slightly, shifting its weight, ready to strike. Most remotes just stood, unmoving, until they were spurred into motion, but the Su Jian was in constant motion, even while it was waiting. She new that it had something to do with the fly-by-wire programming, where the unit was in a constant dynamic state allowing it to change direction in an instant, ready to pounce, just like a real tiger.
She had requested the Su Jian as additional fire support. This time the mission would succeed. It was only a few hours before when the Father Knight Yeager had stood over her stunned body – and had used his close-proximity to hack her personal area network (PAN) downloading vital tactical and logistic information from the Yu Jing command network. Once that was done – he had no further interest in her and simply left. The Yu Jing Evac team had arrived shortly after – a quick shot of stimulants had banished the effects of the stun pistol, but not the sting of defeat. In only a few hours she had reassembled a team and now they stood ready to move in on the Nomad data terminals on La Forja Shipyard.
There was however a problem. A squad of Nomad Corregidor security had arrived on the scene and were moving to secure the consoles.
"Movement" The voice of the Bao Sniper, cool and without emotion, came across the coms. She had deployed the Sniper team ahead of her main force. The sniper had an excellent view of the concourse and with his multi-spectral visor would easily be able to see and deal with any threats. She flipped the Point of View Camera from the Bao onto her visor. The spectrally enhanced display was disorientating at first with its added layers of colour, but she saw the colours of shadows moving as a small team of 3 Nomads troopers moved along a wall, keeping it between them and the sniper. They reached a corner, there was no where to go now, but out into the open. The Sniper dialled in the magnification on his sight ready to take the shot, then everything went black. He quickly dialled back the scope, a cloud of inky blackness filled the entire concourse, blocking the snipers view.
"Targets have deployed Eclipse smoke. No shot, no shot!"
How could they have Ellipse grenades? Ziya mind rushed through the possibilities – only Combined Army and Tohaa forces deployed such weapons. A sudden whoosh filled the air followed by the howl of a fireball throwing smoke into the air and screams over the com.
"Man down, man down. Hostiles incoming. They have a heavy rocket launcher".
She shifted to the tactical display, two red dots flickered and then died completely, while in the real world beyond the display, their bodies writhed in flame as the accelerants deposited by the HRL burned through them. The Pheasant "Sān" team leader was dead, as was the Kaung Shi assigned to security. The threat indicator showed 5 blue dots, highlighting them as Wild Cats. They had used the cover of the Eclipse smoke to move across the causeway, past the snipers field of fire and behind the building, allowing them to engage the snipers support team. A single Bao still stood, his boarding shotgun useless at this range. Whoosh, another pillar of smoke filled the sky and the Bao's icon blinked out.
"Contact!" shouted the Celestial Guard, Forward Observer unit, Ziya had deployed above their position on the 1st level of the walkway tower. Above him on the top most level a Chiya Yokong remote, stood guard, its high powered flash pulse ready to blind the incoming Wildcat team.
Whoosh!!! The tower shook and the smell of ozone and accelerate filled the air. The signal from the REM went down. Whoosh!! The burning form of the celestial guard fell burning from the walkway, landing in a burning pyre in front of Ziya.
Then all went quiet. With no more targets the Wildcat assault stopped – but they were on the move. Ziya checked her weapon – an almost instinctive action drilled into her since her training with the Zhanshi, before her move to the Celestial Guards. Clear barrel, check ammo, calibrate scope. The sequence of drilled events lasts only a few seconds but in instantly cleared her mind. He team had been deployed in a "Guǎngchǎng" or square, behind a target Red civilian ground transport. A Crane rank in its impressive armour stood ready with his multi-mode rifle ready covering the left flank. A prone celestial guard with smoke launcher, stood at the corner of the vehicle, covering the right. Ziya's own postion overlapped the Guard giving her a clear line of fire over the crouched form of the Su Jian. Finally Xi Zhuang stood ready, his two Mad Traps either side him.
The sounds of more distant gunfire filled the air. Multiple shotgun blasts answer by a high powered pistol.
"Bandit engaged. Sniper under fire, Sniper under…….." the com went dead.
The Wild Cats drew closer.
They approached carefully spreading their line into a zig zag deployment, a smart move to avoid being caught in blast effects. Ziya suddenly went cold, and realised the depth of her mistake!
BOOM!! The deafening roar of a fully automatic assault "boarding" shotgun roared. The Celestial Guard stood firm but sparks flew across the surface of the Su Jian as the "buck-shot" spread. A gash appeared in the side of the Su Jian exposing the polymer bundles of artificial myomer muscle.
Then everything happened at once! The Wild Cat pushed forward, his shotgun roaring. One of Xi's Mad Traps ignited its rocket propelled boosters and flew over the vehicle, exploding with an odd squelch noise as it deployed its payload of adhesive foam. The Celestial Guard on point crumpled and the Su Jian threw itself forward out of danger. Ziya was suddenly overcome with a sense of weightlessness, as the shotgun burst lifted her off the ground. She never felt the impact as her body hit the ground, she was dead.
Xi watched her fly backwards, he knew she was dead even before the tactical display informed him. The Crane rank standing point in front of him, suddenly disappeared under a wave of grey foam, that expanded to cover him, before making an odd crackling noise as it solidified! His other Mad Trap suddenly launched and a cry of protest was drowned out by expanding foam as a Jaguar was frozen into place.
"This is Xi Zhuang! I am assuming command. Deploy the Su Jian!!!"
Barely had the words left his mouth when the cat like robotic form of the Su Jian left forward. Its Spitfire rang out. The Wildcat with the shotgun receive no mercy despite being immobilised in the adhesive foam from the Mad Trap. It just made him an easier target. The Su Jian didn't even pause. The spitfire continuing to fire, cutting down the Wildcats one after another. A stray rocket exploded in the "sky" above them as the wildcat pitched back his chest riddled with bullets. The Wildcat commander, in a desperate move, threw himself over nearby crates, crashing to the floor behind them.
In one fluid motion the Su Jians form changed, parts flowing over each other as what was its arms hit the ground becoming the front legs of the Su Jian's High Mobility for. Xi ducked as the Su Jian raced straight at him and bound over his head. Is spitfire roaring as it engaged a Jaguar. The jaguar grunted in pain, not even looking down at his shredded abdomen and his intestines began to unravel. He lifted his pistol and fired again and again. The Su Jian bucked under the fire. A wall of Eclpise smoke suddenly appeared, and just before he disappeared being the wall of night, Xi caught a glance of their assailant. Señor Massacre!
The Su Jian continued to move running straight at the Jaguar – Xi wondered if its programming had finally been overcome as at ran with abandon into the fire, but then its purpose became clear. Its mouth opened to roar and a cloud of flame shot forward engulfing the Jaguar and disappearing into the cloud of night towards de Castro. As the flame met the night it's light simply disappear, but Xi knew it continued forward. The Jaguar writhed as the fire consumed him, but even as he fell his pistol rang out one more time, the bullet hitting the Su Jian straight in the source of its roar. Fire and smoke billowed out of the Su Jian's head and with a deafening boom its head exploded. The cat like form stood for a moment, then toppled forward like a puppet with its strings cut.
Out of the smoke rolled Señor Massacre. Knife between his teeth, stun pistol in hand. He raised the pistol towards Xi. Their eyes locked.
"Burn! You fraker!" Xi's under barrel flamethrower threw out a jet of flame even as the Stun round hit him on the chest. Massacre screamed and stumbled, his form almost appearing to melt in front of Xi in a pillar of flame, and then suddenly start to jerk back and forth as his caseless ammo cooked off, like fire crackers on the new year. Xi still stood! His arms tingling from the electrical shock of the stun pistol.
There was a sudden movement, a blur of a dark cloak. Xi spun about his combi rifle firing as he turned. A flash filled his vision, his limbs became heavy, like lead weights, dragging him down. The tattooed face of a Maasai Hunter stared down at him – not mocking him, but with the respect of a true hunter. He drew his long hunting knife and in a swift motion drew it across the neck, in a coup de grace, of the Celestial Guard he had stepped over, before stepping towards Xi.
As the Maasai began to hack into his command and control personal area network, Xi heard more gun fire as the Kuang Shi, loyal to the Empire to the end, threw themselves into battle. The last Kuang Shi rushed the Wild Cat Lieutenant with abandon, his stun pistol firing wildly. The Wild Cat back peddled as his armour took hit after hit from the pistol before finally getting a final shot at the Kuang Shi…. As the Kuang Shi fell a feminine voice sounded from the Kuang Shi's back pack "五四三二一"


text:
Episode Description:
Learn to cook a delicious, healthy & easy dinner of Shrimp Scampi Pasta!
Episode Short Description: N/A
Downloads of This Episode: [SD File Downloads]: 57 [HD File Downloads]: 0 [Total File Downloads]: 57
[SD File Downloads]: 57
[HD File Downloads]: 0
[Total File Downloads]: 57
File Name of SD Episode: HealthyCooking1_ShrimpScampiPasta.mpg
Total SD Episode Video Runtime (hh:mm:ss): 00:04:38
File Size of SD Episode Video: 149,766,144 Bytes
Resolution of SD Episode Video: 720x480
Date SD Episode Video Uploaded: Thursday, December 22, 2016 - 11:09
This episode has not been uploaded by the producer in HD format and is not available for download.
If you wish to have HD format, you can private message a request to the show's producer at Michelle Valentine Media, LLC.


text:
Food Label Claims April 30, 2016 • 12:00 PM • $35
Do you know the difference between 'Natural' and '100% Organic' labels?
Most likely not, but there is a BIG difference! Don't be fooled! In this workshop, you'll learn about the most common labels you'll find while grocery shopping so you'll know how to make the best choices for your family and budget. No more staring at products trying to figure them out - have the knowledge and speed up your grocery runs!"


text:
We're celebrating our 5th year this week! It all started after trying to purchase a mosaic from Anthropologie that wasn't for sale. That inspired me to seek out classes to make one on my own, eventually studying in Italy and then starting Live In Mosaics! Thank you to everyone who has supported and inspired me along the way.
Photo by Ellysia Francovitch Photography


text:
Tickets are now on sale for the final event of Dwayne Nelson's Testimonial Season.
The Testimonial Dinner will include special guests and an auction of signed memorabilia, and takes place at Tullyglass House on Saturday 10th October 2015.
The event will start at 7:00pm and the host for the evening is Jackie Fullerton.
Tickets, priced at £30 per person, will be available to purchase from any member of the Testimonial Committee from this week onwards.
They will also be on sale at Tuesday night's match against Glebe Rangers from Dwayne himself; Ronnie McDowell - 07712867019 or Davy Douglas - 07725751379
Thereafter they can be purchased from Stirling Trophies.
It is the last scheduled event in the Ballymena United goalkeeper's benefit season.
Previous events have included a well-supported night at the races as well as the successful pre-season game against a Glasgow Rangers XI.
Dwayne has thanked everyone who has supported his events so far, as well as his testimonial committee for their work in organising the events.


text:
Serenity - Aromatherapy Soy Candle
We believe that life is stressful all on its own, and relaxation is key to a long and healthy life style. Infused with lemongrass, black currant, and a hint of patchouli essential oil, we are sure you will find your "center" and relax with Serenity's phenomenal scent. Infused with Natural Essential Oils
To prevent fire and serious injury: Burn candle within sight. Keep away from drafts and vibrations. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Never burn candle on or near anything that can catch fire.
Burning Instructions:
Trim wick to 1/4 inch before lighting. Keep candle free of any foreign materials including matches and wick trimmings. Only burn the candle on a level, fire resistant surface. Do not burn the candle for more than 4 hours at a time.


text: Dear Partners , sponsors and friends , please Join us again for Lwamata Mission Trip and in which we will be having different Programs and Activities with the main purpose and goal of transforming societies to Christ as Mark 16:15 says "And then he told them, "Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone." TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE. To plant your seed in this mission, just click on the Donate button below.


text:
ACCAN has announced success in their Fair Calls For All campaign!
ACMA has announced that from January 1, 2015, calls from a mobile to a 13, 1300 or 1800 number with be either free or charged at a fixed cost comparable to a local call. This is a significant victory.
The Fair Calls For All campaign - of which Dog and Bone was a part - aimed to reduce the excessive costs incurred by mobile users calling 13 and 1800 numbers. Every time you dial a taxi, call Centrelink, or call a bank, the chances are very high that you are calling a 13 number.
13 and 1300 services are designed such that fixed lines calling them will only incur a 30c cost (on Telstra - other carriers may vary slightly), with the rest of the call's cost being absorbed by the business that runs the number. However, on a mobile phone, these calls are charged at the standard national call rate, including all flag falls. On a typical 'Cap' plan, this will typically result in a flag fall of about 35-40c, and a call rate of 80c - $1 per minute (ACCAN's touted $1.78 per minute was pretty unlikely, to be frank). These calls are also usually charged in either 30 sec or 60 sec blocks, which is considerably more expensive than per second billing.
This means that the costs of accessing essential services could be exorbitantly higher for users that don't have a landline, which is more and more people. I was personally affected by this. Earlier this year our home was burgled - which was bad enough - but dealing with the insurance became even more painful. Across the length of our claim, my partner and I spent approximately eight hours on hold to the insurance company, which of course uses a 13 number (as it should). Since we don't have a landline, and because we are very aware of using our mobile plans sensibly, we were compelled to call the insurance company only when we had access to a fixed line, such as at work, or visiting the houses of friends or family. otherwise the call costs could grow exorbitant. It was frustrating.
I am a telecommunications analyst, so naturally I have awareness in this area. Other do not. It is not uncommon for users to go over their caps, generating exorbitant bills, just from being stuck calling essential services such as Centrelink. Often these are among the most vulnerable members of society.
The success of the Fair Calls For All campaign is thus a significant victory for consumer rights, and ACCAN is to be congratulated.


text:
Heart Sweater c/o || AG Skinny Jeans || Blush Circle Bag || Blush Suede Heels (Old, Similar) || Blush Sunglasses || Jakie Kennedy Earrings || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || Stella & Dot Engraved Ring || Stella & Dot Brier Ring || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o ||
Happy Friday, friends! The other day I wore my heart on my sleeves and now I have them all over my sweater! This sweater from Chicwish is all about cozy chic comfort and another win for Valentine's Day. Hearts have always been a year round symbol for me making this a great addition to my fall and winter wardrobe. The hearts are yarn ball appliqués and oh so cute! The sweater has an oversized fit. I'm wearing an XS. I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!
Shop The Post :
xo, Amanda


text:
African inspired, American made!
Product Description:
Nawiri translates to "blossom" in Swahili. Our women's hair bow features authentic kitenge fabric, imported from Eastern Africa. Every hair bow is handmade locally.
Shipping & Returns:
- Items usually ship within 5 business days
- You can return new and unused items within 30 days
For every item purchased, Ceiphers Clothing donates $1 to the Nyaburi Integrated Primary School for children with disabilities in Kenya. For more information on the Nyaburi School click here.


text:
Jelly Babies
Jelly Babies
· Oh baby! These delicious sweet treats are a classic choice, and totally yummy!
· You'll love our sweet, chewy Jelly Babies, a nostalgic sweet treat and a customer favourite.
· Our handy on-the-go packets of Jelly Babies are perfect for a treat or snack.
· Ginni's classic sweet selection is perfect for snacking. Enjoy our Jelly Babies at home, in the office, or at the cinema!
· Buy a box and receive one packet free- 10 packets for the price of 9!
· Too Tasty To Put Down!
Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Beef Gelatine, Citric Acid, Malice Acid, Flavourings, Colours (Curcumin, Carmines, Copper Complexes of Chlorophyllins), Vegetable Carbon (Modified Maize Starch). ALLERGY INFO: Packed in an environment that handles peanuts, sesame seeds and other nuts. NOT SUITABLE FOR NUT/PEANUT ALLERGY SUFFERERS.


text:
Update 10/20/09: 8 bids drove this car to $5451.45, a nice round number. Decent money and probably right at that point where the buyer and seller are happy. Another Giulietta off to foreign shores?
Giulietta Spider 1495*06230, 1315*05817. This roller of a project Spider is on eBay right now out of Huntington Beach california. Car was made 3/9/1959 and is a short wheelbase interim car. Looks fairly complete but in need of a lot of help. Engine is not original. Opening bid is $5000, less than the aggregate parts value and very reasonable for a project this complete.
Nose is a little busted up but not horribly. Hood does what it was designed for. These cars look tough without a windshield.
That's a looong tail pipe! This is all about average for a car that has been languishing most of its life. This car would have the Lucas oval tail lights I believe.
Looks crappy and will probably require a touch of welding, but is WAY better than mine!
Underside is very solid. I think the low pipe is because it has lost a mount or two. Everything is hooked up about right besides the pipe. Drive shaft is at an odd angle.
Gauges are absent here but seen in another 'misc parts' picture. Floors look good although, like the trunk, I would assume at least a little welding is needed.
Is that a Koni shock just visible in the upper left? Seat tracks look rough and at about $500 per set, you better take this into consideration.
Auction Text: "This is a very solid top to bottom, jack points ect. surface rust only no panel replacement needed car. It's been in it' stripped and sitting condition for 45 years. Half of that in Hawthorne and the other half in Livermore California. It came through Hoffman Motor Cars in New York 3/24/59 and was built 3/9/1959. Archivio Storico says that engine # AR131505817 DOES NOT correspond to Chassis # AR1495.06230. It appears that someone was going to try to covert this to a Veloce with a 5 Speed. The tunnel is partially cut, but not removed. The engine turns freely and this is the short wheel base version. The 18,500 miles may be true. The lack of wear on the pedals, drivetrain, and steering, might be worth a professional autopsy. The car is complete, less the windshield, ( frame fine) and one hub cap. One front bumper and eyebrow is bent. Will ship worldwide. NO RESERVE, NO BUY IT NOW. Car rolls and steers freely. NO PARKING BRAKE. Car can be viewed Sunday Morning 10/18/09. Car is in Huntington Beach California. For further details and pictures, send your e-mail through E-Bay. Payment through Pay Pal, Wire Transfer, or CASH. Thanks for looking."
Engine by serial number is out of an early 1958 Sprint, so it is a pure 750 which means rebuild parts are a little on the expensive side. I don't think sourcing an appropriate Spider engine would be hard, APE has one sitting in their yard.
Bits as the British call them. Lots of bits. Bumpers, grills, seats, the air canister, a manifold and some trim to the tune of probably $1500 worth. Get a good inventory together and work with it through the resto, buying missing stuff as it comes up.
Sad only that it took this long for this thing to see the light of day and hopefully along with that light of day it will see the skilled touch of a pair of talented hands with tools. You can't really lose money-wise for less than about $6000, but can you win and make it a runner driver?


text:
Dealing With New Drivers Insurance Companies And Coming Out The Winner
- link: http://cheapestnewdriverinsurance.co.uk/
- Listed: December 30, 2014 10:06 pm
- Expires: This ad has expired
Insurance companies dictate a range of prices for auto insurance based on state, an individual's driving record, the vehicle an individual drives and the amount of coverage an individual is looking for, among other factors. Individuals can help themselves to get the best auto insurance rates by considering factors such as the age and model of the vehicle they choose to buy and the kind of coverage they are seeking, as discussed below.
As long as your auto insurance is in accordance with state law, you should not have to purchase a more comprehensive package. This is a great way to save money. If you are a safe driver in a relatively safe area, you can drop certain features like collision coverage and end up saving a bundle of money.
Understand which kinds of car insurance coverage you should have. If you adored this write-up and you would like to obtain even more info regarding new drivers insurance kindly go to our own page. There are myriad options out there, but most of them aren't right for you. If you have a history of accidents, it may be worthwhile to pay for collision coverage.
Keep your driving record clean. You can pay more on insurance if you have tickets and accidents on your record. Once you have something negative on your driving record, you may be able lower your insurance by attending traffic school.
When buying car insurance, consider what coverage you actually need against what coverage is being recommended by the agent. If your car is worth less than about five thousand dollars, collision coverage is probably costing you more than what would pay out in an accident. However, property liability coverage is vital, as it protects you against having to pay out for damage to another party's car or other property.
Make sure you understand what coverage you are buying. A cheap beater car that you bought for a song doesn't need comprehensive coverage. It would be cheaper to buy a new car than to have it replaced. Learning the differences between the types of coverage will make you much better prepared when reviewing quotes.
A great way to save some money on your car or truck insurance is to new drivers insurance drive your vehicle less frequently. Many of today's best auto insurance companies offer discounts to customers for low-mileage, incentivizing people to keep their cars parked. If you can walk instead of drive, you can get some good exercise and save money on your insurance.
To ensure your claims will be dealt with quickly, choose top rated insurance companies only. Unknown insurance companies may offer low rates and may seem like a good deal in the short run, but if they try to avoid paying your claims, they can cost you in the long run. Research insurance companies and be sure to select one with a good record.
Increase your deductible on your auto insurance policy. You can see the greatest reduction in the cost of your policy by doing this. By raising the amount of money you will be out of pocket in case of an accident, you will be putting the insurance company at a smaller risk, that will, in turn, lower your rates.
With all the information you learned from this article, you should start feeling like you have a better idea of the steps you want to take towards buying the right type of auto insurance for you. Make sure you retained all the information that was presented to you, but make a point to reread this article often to make sure you haven't missed any vital information.
370 total views, 1 today
Information about the ad poster
- Listed by: Stanley Denis
- Member Since: October 11, 2014
Other items listed by Stanley Denis
- You Can Get Great Car Insurance
- When You Need To Find New Drivers Insurance – This Information Can Help!
- Getting The Best Rate On New Drivers Insurance For The Whole Family
- You Invest In A Car So Invest In New Drivers Insurance
- Knowing What You Should About New Drivers Insurance Will Help
Popular Ads Overall
- obat infeksi saluran kencing pada laki-laki (4716 views)
- Free Download Film Semi – Korea – Jepang – Indonesia – Asia – Barat (3614 views)
- Obat untuk Menyembuhkan Mata Minus (2655 views)
- تحميل برنامج ريل بلير (2257 views)
- The Unseeable Upcoming-Tips About Life Insurance (1867 views)
- This Post Will Make Getting Into Good Shape Incredibly Effortless. (1805 views)
- A Basic Program Can Eliminate Your Stubborn Pimples (1607 views)
- Straightforward Tips About How To Pick The Right Life Insurance (1573 views)
- Exceptional Suggestions To Optimize Your Juicing Methods (1563 views)
- Simple Health and fitness Guidlines That Will Assist You (1500 views)


text:
Mumford & Sons / Alessi's Ark @ The ICA, 3 March 2009
It might not be a scene, but there's only one degree of separation separating almost all of London's young musicians who could be very broadly described as 'folk'. Two sets of them are on stage tonight, and their stars are definitely in the ascendancy. Particularly the headliners who are on a run of selling out increasingly larger London venues, and amassing a growing group of passionate fans. I'm a little taken aback by the sheer force of the screaming and ululating that greets the band's performance, so maybe their increasing success is hardly a surprise. But what is it about them?
But first there's the much-touted (particularly on this blog) support act Alessi's Ark. I've been a fan of Alessi Laurent-Marke's music ever since she sent me a copy of her song The Horse last year and her debut album Notes From the Treehouse is currently growing on me very nicely. It's interesting to see how the songs are going to be translated live.
It's good stuff. The band are tight and Alessi is a charming frontwoman, trying to engage the audience with some whimsical chat despite seeming a little nervous. She'll grow into her role no doubt. Good though the songs are, I can't help but wonder what they'd be like a bit more unadorned. This thought was particualy brought home when she played a solo acoustic version of Woman in the middle of her set. It was a lovely moment and stood in contrast to some of the other songs which sometimes felt in danger of being swamped by country rock. I love Mike Mogis' lush production on Notes…, but I wonder if the band are trying to be too faifhful to that. Maybe loosen up a little and allow Alessi more space to do her own unique and interesting thing. Despite all this though, I did enjoy her short set. I'll definitely be seeing her again.
mp3: Alessi's Ark - Patchwork of Dreams
I've got no reservations about the headline act. They make an impression right from the start, with the four of them lining up across the front of the stage in near darkness, launching into their set with breathtaking force, which accompanied by the aforementioned screaming is the recipe for a heady brew. Never mind the strong Belgian lager I'm quaffing, this is the stuff that does the trick. I'm astounded at the mad skills of band leader Marcus Mumford as he sings, plays acoustic guitar and kick drum all at the same time. I'm impressed by Winston's electric banjo thingy which keeps the twangs loud and rocking. There are some extra players (trombone, cello) but the four basic elements of the band are the main event - double bass, electric banjo/guitar, keyboards and the force of nature that is Mumford himself. The four-part harmonies are gorgeous. The indie bluegrass sound is big and in your face and it's impossible not to move.
Mumford & Sons are one of these bands that need to be experienced live. On record the songs are strong, well orchestrated and the lyrics always interesting. Live it's less about the subtlety and more about (as Winston would put it) the hoedown. For a band that don't move around much, there's a tremendous energy coming from the stage, which manifests itself in the crowd. In the encore, a full drumkit is brought forwards for Marcus to play. Previously he was known as Laura Marling's drummer. Not for much longer.
mp3: Mumford & Sons - Awake My Soul
mp3: Mumford & Sons - Sister
Notes From The Treehouse is out on Virgin on 6 April. The Cave and the Open Sea is out on the same day on Chess Club.
Mumford & Sons myspace / Alessi's Ark myspace
For some photos that are better than mine, see Anika.


text:
Altogether, their total amount of wealth dropped by 20% to US$32.5 billion.
Singapore Business Review compiled a list of top 10 billionaires in Singapore with updated figures obtained from consultancy firm Wealth-X. To better gauge how much the billionaires' wealth grew over the last year, the data were compared with Forbes' estimates in 2014 as shown in its annual list of Singapore's 50 richest. The total amount of wealth estimated by Wealth-X for the 10 richest is 20% lower than the US$40.6 billion reported by Forbes.
Paint maker Goh Cheng Liang more than doubled his wealth to US$8.2 billion but all others in the list registered decline in net worth.
Do you know more about this story? Contact us anonymously through this link.
Click here to learn about advertising, content sponsorship, events & rountables, custom media solutions, whitepaper writing, sales leads or eDM opportunities with us.
To get a media kit and information on advertising or sponsoring click here.
No jobs posted.


text:
Dr. Cell Phone can replace cracked iPhone, iPad, iPod and Samsung phone screens through on-demand (mail-in repair) or through walk-in (branch visit). We have hundreds of technicians ready to bring your device back to life. We also accept water damaged phones and we also buy/swap old units.
All units go through extensive diagnosis to detect the scope of the problem.


text:
12 unforgettable weeks
2 cool projects
2 side-projects
4 amazing friends
In summer 2018, I moved to London, UK to begin a three-month internship with the Facebook, where I had the incredible opportunity to work with the Facebook Ads team on video ads tool that aims in helping advertisers adopt best creative practices and tell the most effective stories on Facebook.
During my 12 week internship, I had the chance to work closely with the UX researchers, content strategists, data scientists, project managers and engineers in my team and teams in SF and Seattle. I was responsible for exploring and designing early stage concepts, storytelling, visual design, animation-tests, for creating video ad templates and deliver a final prototype for an alpha test to test our hypothesis. The internship was a really rewarding experience, and I would like to thank my team and my mentor Barbara Giardelli for an amazing summer.
Unfortunately, due to NDA, I can't share specific details about my work until the product launches publicly. If you would like to learn more about my experience, feel free to contact me!
Role and Deliverables
I. Research
User research, competitive analysis, constraints and best practices for video ads to identify opportunities.
II. Storyboarding
Plan, sketch and iterate on storytelling of the template. Worked alongside content strategist to get better insight.
III. Concept Exploration
Build from wireframes to high-fidelity mockups, UI design and plan motion transition for elements on the template.
IV. Animation
Render different motion design templates to test total time and check if prototypes meet all best practices.
V. Iterate on Feedback
Iterate on prototypes and stress test to address different edge cases and low-cost engineering implementation.
VI. Finalize for Alpha Test
Finalize template for alpha test and prepare an engineering spec-guide for future implementation.
Key Takeaways
Get feedback early and often
It really helps to share your design and get feedback early and often. Don't be afraid of your work looking incomplete but rather focus on your design decisions and what you need help with.
Embrace ambiguity
It's okay not knowing the answer to all the questions. Use all your resources, ask questions and reach out to people from different teams to learn. Stay curious and keep pushing for new ideas.
Include engineers early in the design process
Often, as designers, we carry our assumptions and come up with complex solutions that are not always feasible. Keeping engineers in-loop early in the design process can provide a fresh perspective to the problem, help understand all the technical constraints, help scope out ideas for a simpler solution and make for an efficient and well-informed design process.


text:
The best part of any construction job is making a mess. The worst part is cleaning up. With all the talk of robots entering the job site and doing all the fun stuff for us, why in the world have we not been pouring money into robots that will clean for us?! Makita may have answered our prayers, as Makita Japan has released an automated robotic vacuum that can handle the odd materials in your workshop or job site.
We all know that regular household technology can't handle the various rigors of the construction industry, we require bulked up products, such as these bulked up rugged smartphones. Robotic vacuums are no different. Try to throw a Roomba in a room full of wood debris and watch that thing overheat and collapse.
Using Makita's patented multiple 18V battery model, the Makita RobotPro Vacuum (model RC200DZ) uses two batteries and can cover up to 5300 square feet (500 square meters) on a single charge. Total square footage covered will depend on the size of battery you choose. The unit is equipped with several sensors to not only keep the vacuum on course, but also to keep it from falling off a ledge or tipping over. The debris container can reportedly hold 2.5 liters combined within a separate fine and course debris area.
Pricing is believed to be around $800 after being converted from Yen, which is less than iRobot's most expensive model, the 980, which retails for $899.99. Although the Makita vacuum is only currently available in Japan, it's a step in the right direction of autonomous jobsite cleanup.
What do think? Would you buy one of these if they were available?
Source: ToolGuyd
For many construction superintendents and project managers across the world, tablets are becoming one of the most important tools on the job site. They're great for looking at plans, taking pictures, making notes, and running your favorite construction apps. Carrying a tablet does take up at least one of your hands, however, so it can be a hindrance if you need to help a co-worker lift material or climb a ladder.
Tape measure, wheel measure, and laser measures are all great tools for their own situations, but why isn't there one that can do all three of those jobs? That doesn't have to be a question anymore, because there's a new smart measure hitting the market that can do it all.
Why should Luke Skywalker and the gang get to have all the fun with lightsabers? The time has finally come for grown men and women to show how much of a true fan of the Star Wars Empire they with a set of 3 lightsaber screwdrivers. Sure, they might not be as comfortable and rugged as our favorite traditional tool manufacturer's versions are, but, I ask you this: can you current screwdrivers strike fear into the dark side?
The best part of any construction job is making a mess. The worst part is cleaning up. With all the talk of robots entering the job site and doing all the fun stuff for us, why in the world have we not been pouring money into robots that will clean for us?! Makita may have answered our prayers, as Makita Japan has released an automated robotic vacuum that can handle the odd materials in your workshop or job site.
Accidents happen when you least expect them and many times they're caused by tools and equipment you use every day on the job. All it takes is a split second before disaster can strike, so every one of them counts. That's where technology can step in and prevent major injuries before they happen and that's exactly what Bosch is hoping to accomplish with the pending release of their new flesh detecting table saw.
Steel workers have one of the most dangerous jobs on a construction site and, while safety has significantly improved in the past few decades, it often comes with a productivity decrease or cost increase. Depending on the job site, the use of ladders or lifts could be a safety hazard itself.
iPin is releasing a new product that will use your phone's headphone jack as an accessory port. The product will allow your phone to become a full-on laser measuring device. The iPin Spatial Ruler allows the user to measure the length between any two points in a shared photo, or the distance from your phone to some far away point.
Milwaukee Tool has had a busy year in 2015. They've expanded many of the M18 Fuel Power Tool lines to drilling and driving products, released an industry first cordless breaking grinder, released a new 3-in-1 heated ripstop jacket, and released the start of their powerful new tool reporting and customizing application One-Key. Milwaukee has already released phase one of One-Key, the inventory management portion (which you can learn more about here) and have released a set of One-Key enabled crimpers that allow tool reporting, which is phase 2.
Check out the Best Black Friday Deals we could find. Always Updating so Keep Checking Back:


text:
Stock #: BCA18159
Vin: 1FACP44E4LF157947
Year: 1990
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Trim: LX 5.0L convertible
Mileage: 13,274
Fuel: Gasoline
Engine: 5.0L V8 OHV 16V
Transmission: Automatic
Drive Train: RWD
Body Type: Convertible
Color: Dark Green
Interior Color: White
Interior Type: Leather
Brown's Classic Autos
Brown's Classic Autos
7995 E. Paradise Lane
I hereby consent to receive text messages from or on behalf of dealer at the mobile phone number I provided above. I understand that I am opting in to receive text messages from dealer or their employees. I include consent to receive phone calls at the mobile phone number I provided. I understand that message and data rates may apply.


text:
Universal Floorings is a brainchild of talented entrepreneur Mr Deepu Arora. Right from its inception in the year 2010, the company is driven by excellence in supplying finest floorings and carpet tiles. As products got accepted quickly, the company grew and expanded to become a market leader. Universal Floorings is a proud manufacturer and dealer of gym rubber flooring.
The company is a pool of experienced and talented sales team that works round the clock to fulfil the needs of clients. Our large modern state of the art stock holding facilities ensure ready availability of wide varieties of gym rubber flooring.
We at Universal Floorings, continuously make efforts to build a strong leadership in our core markets. Hence, we are one of the most reputed suppliers in Delhi and nearby regions. Besides excelling in our core business, we also contribute to the benefits of the clients and community.
• We develop skills and abilities of our people supporting them with training and other benefits.
• Continual process of innovation by improving products and processes
• Use of latest manufacturing equipment and technologies boosting quality and safety
• 100% client satisfaction in quality and delivery perspectives
• Excellent communication and after sales support
• Installation by professional experts
• Committed to working with high business ethics and values
Universal Floorings brings your dream gym flooring in exciting colours and patterns. We are serving the health and fitness industry with trendy gym rubber flooring products.
Universal Floorings offer a wide selection of laminate wooden flooring. The laminated wooden flooring adds a style and beauty to your homes and offices.
When it's about the place where you run your business, a boring flooring may not help. Universal Floorings provides modern flooring solutions designed for the office and commercial environments.
Landscaping the home outdoors and indoors with a garden or lawn is every home-owner's dream. Universal Floorings's artificial grass carpet is a smart option to give a beautiful look to the terraces,
Universal Floorings specializes in the supply of plank and roll vinyl flooring sheets. The product has wide applications to the commercial places as well residential.
Universal Floorings is a dedicated supplier of highest quality sports flooring. Our expert sales team suggests best sports flooring for your specific needs.
Universal Floorings holds vast industry experience in catering to the need of various industrial sectors. We offer competitive epoxy industrial floorings and flooring services to the industries.
Universal Floorings offer a wide selection of eva flooring for kids. Universal Floorings is a dedicated supplier of highest quality eva flooring for kids.
Universal Floorings specializes in the supply of Customised Wallpaper. The product has wide applications to the commercial places as well residential.


text: In our everyday lives, we do many things that affects our life in some manner or the other, in a minor way. These may be very small things on which we might not even give much attention, but these does not mean that they should be overlooked. Air fresheners: Deodorizers for room usually contain 2, 5-dichlorophenol, a metabolite of 1, 4-dichlorobenzene, ... Read More »


text:
fall soul bowl
i found my sweet potato soul mate. ever since stumbling upon her blog via food52, i've been addicted to jenné claiborne's sweet potato soul cooking videos. her cooking is so colorful and nourishing and all vegan, and the joy she exudes on screen is just contagious. it's impossible to not head straight to the kitchen as soon as you can pull yourself away from the screen.
the recipe below is inspired by sweet potato soul's maple mustard tempeh buddha bowl, and it makes for the perfect work lunch. my weekday lunches are usually a salad comprised of a mix of roasted vegetables, a grain and tahini or balsamic dressing, so this isn't too far of a cry from that. usually, i'll take a peek at harlow's menu (one of my favorite restaurants in portland, oregon!) for inspiration because they serve these amazing bowls that are packed with creative, flavorful goodness. this recipe reminds me so much of something harlow would have on the menu!
this salad has a lot of elements, so i recommend doing your meal prep on sunday so it makes for easy lunch prep throughout the week. you'll need to roast potatoes, cook the farro, quick pickle the onions and massage and chop the kale. it sounds like a lot, but believe me, it's worth it! i relied on serious eats' roasted sweet potato recipe and bon appétit's method for quick pickling red onions. the bon appétit recipe notes that you can pickle the onions two weeks ahead, which is perfect for meal prep. just make sure you refrigerate the prepared onions.
sweet potato farro bowl with pickled red onion and nutty tahini dressing
what you'll need:
serves 4
1 package (8 oz) farro, cooked
3 sweet potatoes, diced
1 head lacinto kale, massaged and chopped
1 avocado, diced
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tsp white sugar
1 tsp kosher salt
4 tbsp smooth peanut butter
3 tbsp tahini
4 tbsp warm water
1, 1/2 tsp ground ginger
2 shakes red pepper flakes
what you'll do:
for the roasted sweet potatoes (h/t serious eats)
in a large sauce pan, dump in chopped sweet potatoes and cover with water. heat water to 160° fahrenheit. keep this heat consistent as you cover and set aside for 1 hour.
while sweet potatoes rest in water, place oven racks in upper and lower middle positions. preheat oven to 400° fahrenheit. drain sweet potatoes, then pour into large bowl. toss sweet potatoes with 3 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, adjusting for taste. pour sweet potatoes across two rimmed baking sheets and roast until bottom side is browned, about 30 minutes. remove from oven, turning each potato so that each can brown on the other side. this should take about 20 minutes.
transfer cooked sweet potatoes back into a large bowl. let cool and set aside.
for the quick pickle onions (h/t bon appétit)
whisk together apple cider vinegar, sugar, kosher salt and 1 cup water in a small bowl until sugar and salt dissolve.
place red onion in large bowl, then pour vinegar mixture over the onion. let rest at room temperature for an hour.
drain excess liquid before serving. place leftovers in covered bowl in fridge.
for the dressing
in small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, tahini, water, ground ginger and red pepper flakes.
for all other salad elements
in large bowl, mix in cooked farro, kale, avocado, roasted sweet potato, pickled red onion (drained). pour in dressing and toss thoroughly.


text:
Hi, loves! So… let's suppose you're a bride who wants to wear something different than a traditional wedding veil. You've heard of wedding veil alternatives, but maybe you haven't narrowed it down to the perfect one yet. Does this sound familiar? If so, you're in luck — today we're featuring fifteen new finds for wedding veil alternative ideas to inspire you! Whether you love a hair crown, fascinator, feather hair flower, hair comb, or a similar piece, headband, you'll find it all right here. These non-traditional veil options pair beautifully with casual wedding dresses of all kinds. And, as always, you can find even more handmade wedding finds in The Marketplace! Ready to be inspired? Read on to begin…
Wedding Veil Alternative Ideas
1. Glass Bead Headpiece
2. Rose Gold Headpiece
3. Birdcage Headband
4. Gold Beaded Flower
5. Feather Fascinator
6. Tiara Bridal Crown
7. White Opal Hair Comb
8. Pearls and Crystals Hair Pins
9. Pearl Wedding Headband
10. Shimmering Fascinator
11. Crystal Hair Vine
12. Peach Hair Flower
13. Silver Crystal Halo Headband
14. Bridal Hair Vine
Hair vines (aka hair wreaths) are one of the most popular veil alternative options. Here's one we love!
15. Vintage Inspired Hair Comb
Buy these wedding veil alternative ideas
To buy these, click on the photo of the veil alternative or the link directly under the photo for details.
So, what do you think of this wedding veil alternative idea? Are you wearing a traditional veil, or perhaps one of these suggestions? Tell us in the comment box below!
Happy Planning!


text:
About Our Buffalo Grove Dental Office
At Countryside Dental, we believe that each and every one of our patients deserves only the best in care at every visit. That's why we carefully select the members of our team based upon experience, education, and genuine passion for dentistry. Our dedication to our patients is evident in everything we do.


text:
- Independent Non-Executive Director
- Member of Governance & Audit Committee
- Member of Nomination & Remuneration Committee
Dato' Ahmad Pardas Senin, 66, a Malaysian, is an Independent Non-Executive Director of Sime Darby Berhad. He was appointed to the Board on 1 December 2017.
Dato' Ahmad Pardas has more than 41 years' experience in the corporate sector, including 23 years at board level. He retired as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of UEM Group Berhad in June 2009, after having served the UEM Group for more than 17 years since 1992. During his tenure at UEM Group, he had held various key positions including as Managing Director of UEM World Berhad, Renong Berhad, TIME Engineering Berhad, TIME dotCom Berhad and EPE Power Corporation Berhad. He also served as Executive Director & CEO of Silterra Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
Dato' Ahmad Pardas is a Fellow of Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and Institute of Internal Auditors, Inc.
Dato' Ahmad Pardas is currently the Chairman of Desaru Development Corporation Sdn Bhd,Desaru Development Holdings One Sdn Bhd and Battersea Project Holding Company Limited and Group. He is also a member of the Board of S P Setia Berhad, Silterra Malaysia Sdn Bhd and Themed Attractions Resorts & Hotels Sdn Bhd.
Dato' Ahmad Pardas was previously the Deputy Chairman of PLUS Expressways Berhad, UEM Land Holdings Berhad, UEM Builders Berhad and Costain Group plc. He was a Board member of Faber Group Berhad, Pharmaniaga Berhad, Opus Group Berhad, UEM Environment Sdn Bhd, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan as well as Sime Darby Energy Sdn Bhd and Sime Darby Industrial Sdn Bhd, both wholly-owned subsidiaries of Sime Darby Berhad.
Prior to the UEM Group, he worked for the British American Tobacco (BAT) Group for more than 17 years. Before he left the BAT Group in 1991, his last position was as the Financial Controller of Malaysian Tobacco Company Berhad.
Directors' Training and Continuous Education Programme Attended For The Financial Year Ended 30 June 2018
|Title of the Seminar/Workshop/Course
|30% Club Business Leaders Roundtable Meeting
|Securities Commission Malaysia
|International Directors' Summit 2017: "Enhancing Resilience Through Governance - For Sustainability"
|Malaysian Directors Academy (MINDA)/ Razak School of Governance
|Corporate Governance Breakfast Series for Directors: "Leading In A Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous (VUCA) World"
|Bursa Malaysia Berhad/MINDA
|Building High-Performance Directors 2.0 (BHPD: "Organisational Sustainability"
|MCCG and Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements: "Towards Meaningful Disclosure"
|Securities Industry Development Corporation (SIDC)
|Changes In The Listing Requirements Post-Companies Act 2016: "What To Look Out For"
|In-House Briefing on: Integrated Reporting and Performance Management System
|S P Setia Berhad
|Current State of the Global Economy
|Joseph Incalterra, Chief Economist, Southeast Asia, HSBC
|Key Global Trends and Opportunities in the Automotive Sector
|Nikolai Dobberstein, Partner, AT Kearney & Kaushik Sriram, Principal, AT Kearney
|Key Global Trends and Opportunities in the Industrial Sector
|Oliver Ramsbottom, Partner, McKinsey & Co
|Key Trends and Opportunities in Healthcare in Asia
|Pradeep Rao, Managing Director, HSBC
|"What It Takes To Get Us There"
|Till Vestring, Senior Partner, Bain & Co


text:
Report for your is found!
no RISK
buying report
- Vehicle Specifications
- Junk/Salvage/Total Loss
- Glossary of Definitions
- Current & Historical Titles
- Title Brand History
- Odometer Info
- Minor Accident Data
- Open Lien/Loan Data
no RISK
buying report
- Vehicle Specifications
- Junk/Salvage/Total Loss
- Glossary of Definitions
- Current & Historical Titles
- Title Brand History
- Odometer Info
- Minor Accident Data
- Open Lien/Loan Data
"Selected this company from a long list of choices because of their low prices. I checked the vehicle I was looking to buy and it was branded for not actual odometer reading. For the rest the car was fine, but I came to the conclusion that it was not worth the requested price. All in all Epicvin is a convenient and cost effective service. Thank you!"
Kenna Stotts
Approved NMVTIS Data Provider
Loading. Please, wait...
Your report will be avaliable immedeately after payment
Fuel Economy Information
- Types of Fuel: Diesel
- Combo: 32.3 MPG
- City, gallons per 100 miles: 3.4
- Highway, gallons per 100 miles: 39
- Combo, gallons per 100 miles: 3.1
- CO2 emissions g per mile: 315
Recall #1Date: 08/22/2019
Component:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER | STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Summary:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Conequence:Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Notes:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
Recall #2Date: 08/04/2015
Component:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Summary:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination may tear the cable and result in a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.
Conequence:A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Notes:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall #3Date: 10/20/2014
Summary:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 1, 2010, to November 30, 2012, and 2012-2013 Beetle vehicles manufactured March 1, 2011, to July 31, 2013. The durability of the rear trailing arms may be reduced in vehicles whose rear trailing arms have been previously deformed, such as a result of a rear or side-rear impact crash.
Conequence:The reduced durability of the trailing arm may result in its sudden fracture, possibly causing loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a sheet metal inlay on the rear axle trailing arms designed to prevent a sudden loss of control in the event of trailing arm sudden fracture, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Recall #4Date: 03/07/2014
Component:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Summary:The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
Conequence:A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Notes:Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
Recall #5Date: 10/03/2011
Component:FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Summary:VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2009-2012 JETTA AND JETTA SPORTWAGEN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2008 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 AUDI A3 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L TDI COMMON RAIL DIESEL ENGINE/CLEAN DIESEL ENGINE. THE FUEL INJECTION PULSES COULD COINCIDE WITH THE NATURAL FREQUENCY OF THE INJECTOR LINE #2, IN SPECIFIC LOAD AND RPM CONDITIONS. THIS RESONANCE CREATES ADDITIONAL STRESS IN THE FUEL LINE.
Conequence:DUE TO THE RESONANCE CONDITION, INJECTOR LINE NUMBER 2 COULD DEVELOP SMALL CRACKS WHICH COULD LEAD TO FUEL LEAKAGE. LEAKING FUEL IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY LEAD TO A FIRE.
Notes:VOLKSWAGEN WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED FUEL INJECTOR LINE FOR THE NUMBER 2 CYLINDER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES AND WILL INSTALL VIBRATION DAMPERS ON ALL OF THE INJECTOR LINES. VOLKSWAGEN AND AUDI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS TO HAVE THE VEHICLES REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
Recall #6Date: 09/08/2011
Component:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Summary:VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST TIPS, PART NUMBER 1K0 071 910 U, SOLD AS ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 JETTA SEDAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 18, 2010, THROUGH AUGUST 22, 2011. THESE EXHAUST TIPS MAY EXTEND BEYOND THE ORIGINAL LENGTH OF THE FACTORY-INSTALLED EXHAUST PIPES. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR INADVERTENT CONTACT TO OCCUR WITH A PERSON'S LEG.
Conequence:IF THE TAILPIPE EXTENSION IS HOT DURING INADVERTENT CONTACT, A BURN COULD OCCUR.
Notes:DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST TIPS AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
Get FULL Vehicle history report only for !


text:
Quote from yesterday: "My base hate Malcolm Turnbull, but they hate Scott Morrison even more," said a senior NSW conservative. "Because he plays both sides."
WildStalins posted:
Within seconds of result a message from Dutton camp - "it is not over, fight continues, fuck Scott" #auspol #libspill
Edited by Chthonic_Goat_666 ()
Petrol posted:Petrol posted:
I REALLY REALLY WANT TO KNOW WHO THESE MYSTERIOUS AU PAIR EMPLOYERS ARE. Will they be run of the mill party donors? Will they be business associates? Personal friends? Possibly even... unsavoury characters?? Who knows! Anything is possible for an ex-cop from queensland!! The suspense is killing me.
And it looks like i won't have to wait forever, as during all the drama today the senate voted to hold an inquiry into the matter.
Well this partly answers the question
Peter Dutton released au pair from immigration detention after lobbying from AFL boss Gillon McLachlan
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton personally intervened to stop a French au pair being deported after his office was lobbied by AFL boss Gillon McLachlan.
The ABC understands the woman's name is Alexandra Deuwel and that she arrived at Adelaide Airport on October 31, 2015.
It is believed she was planning to work for Adelaide-based pastoralists Callum and Skye Maclachlan.
Callum Maclachlan is the second-cousin of Gillon McLachlan, even though their surnames are spelled differently.
It is understood Gillon McLachlan made representations to Mr Dutton's chief of staff, Craig Maclachlan.
Craig Maclachlan is not related to either the AFL boss or the pastoralist.
Mr Dutton's office asked the department for a brief on the matter.
In a document marked 'Sensitive: Personal' dated November 1, 2015, Mr Dutton wrote, "It would be in the public interest" to grant the woman a three-month tourist visa.
He added that his intervention was a "discretionary and humanitarian act" for someone with "ongoing needs" and that the decision was in the "interests of Australia as a humane and generous society".
Mr Dutton approved Ms Deuwel's release despite her telling Australian Border Force (ABF) officers she intended to work in Australia.
The documents show Mr Dutton was therefore warned there were "clear indications" Ms Deuwel was, "intending to work in Australia and thus, the grant of a visitor visa is of high risk".
Mr Dutton was advised to impose a condition on Ms Deuwel that she must not "engage in work", which he did.
It was not the first time the nanny had come into contact with border officials.
The ABC understands she was "counselled" by ABF officers in May 2015 about breaching the conditions of her visa, as she left Australia.
Ms Deuwel had arrived in Australia on an eVisitor visa, which tourists can apply for online.
The ABC has sought comment from Mr Dutton, while Callum Maclachlan has not returned calls. The AFL declined to comment.
e: reports elsewhere state more clearly that this is apparently a third case, not related to the two au pairs already reported about that prompted the senate inquiry. what can i say, the man really likes to help au pairs.
Edited by Petrol ()
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-08-29/dutton-defends-au-pair-intervention-after-political-donations/10175466 posted:
Peter Dutton defends au pair intervention after political donations as Labor calls for inquiry
Federal Labor says Peter Dutton must explain whether generous political donations had any influence on his decision to help a French au pair into the country.
In November 2015, Mr Dutton intervened to free a 27-year-old from immigration detention, after his office was lobbied by AFL boss Gillon McLachlan.
The Minister used his powers to grant her a tourist visa.
The ABC understands the au pair, Alexandra Deuwel, was planning to work with Adelaide-based pastoralist Callum MacLachlan, who is Gillon McLachlan's second cousin.
Callum's father Hugh MacLachlan has donated about $150,000 to the state and federal branches of the party since 1999, including a $20,000 donation in 2008 and a $25,000 donation in 2013.
Six months after Mr Dutton's intervention, Hugh MacLachlan donated $50,000 to the South Australian branch of the Liberal Party.
Petrol posted:
I REALLY REALLY WANT TO KNOW WHO THESE MYSTERIOUS AU PAIR EMPLOYERS ARE. Will they be run of the mill party donors? Will they be business associates? Personal friends? Possibly even... unsavoury characters?? Who knows! Anything is possible for an ex-cop from queensland!! The suspense is killing me.
my crystal ball has served me well as there are now reports about dutton overruling departmental advice to grant a visa to an old police colleague's au pair. He is now accused of misleading parliament as he had previously denied any personal connection to these cases. Just a coincidence mate, he just really loves au pairs.
Tellingly, the murdoch press is now piling on in its own inimitable style, condemning dutton for swiftly intervening in these cases while ignoring the pleas of Are Troops to help an afghan interpreter. Fingers crossed this is the beginning of the end for an extremely bad man in parliament.
Caesura109 posted:
can't help but feel that everything that happens in the commonwealth nations is like a comedic spin-off of an original American series that ends with a nuclear holocaust
ever since i read gerald hornes book 'the white pacific' i've been a lot more concious of the long term cultural similarity of the commonwealth settler states to america rather than britain, even though it's usually british influence that is discussed whenever you read about their history. then recently i was thinking about how frank sargeson talked about new zealand as having a culture of 'secular puritanism' and how that's very similar to the us as well. maybe all settler states have this kind of culture? this post isn't really going anywhere it's just a few thoughts i've been having.
anyway. always listen to gary foley
learn more about australia's historic and current imperialism in the pacific region
Edited by damoj ()
Caesura109 posted:
i don't know if new zealand and the U.S have more in common culturally than New Zealand and Britain, but then again ive mostly interacted with commonwealth white settlers in the gulf region and they have sort of a monoculture surrounding football and turning pink outside.
ill have you know i tan superbly
damoj posted:
a lot of people don't understand how incredibly successful australia's genocidal programs have been. indigenous australians enjoy significantly fewer economic benefits and less political representation than their counterparts in NA and NZ do - not to mention other colonialist projects in SAm, SAf, ISR/PAL. we white australians got some serious cahunas acting the way we do about american gun violence or south african race relations or whatever, its pretty disgusting.
anyway. always listen to gary foley
learn more about australia's historic and current imperialism in the pacific region
i think in NZ at least there are obvious reasons that the settlers weren't really able to go all out genocidal and had to try to use diplomatic means to pacify the locals, at least early on before they got very established. the maori were experienced at military strategy and had access to muskets on a scale that meant they could wage open war against the early settlers, something that as far as I'm aware doesn't really have any parallels in australia. the small size of the country compared to australia and the fact that the maori had permanent settlements and fortifications rather than being semi nomadic seems important too. i've been meaning to read this james belich book called 'The New Zealand Wars and the Victorian Interpretation of Racial Conflict' which apparently argues that the maori were unequivocally superior militarily to the british during the land wars. there's a quote from the book that says "With all due respect to British humanitarianism, one reason why NZ settlers didn't treat the Maoris as their Australian counterparts did the Aborigines was that, when they tried, they got killed.", pretty cool.
dimashq posted:
Yea have you ever seen Maori chants, not surprised at all they wiped the floor
white australian AFL fans chucked a tanty over an indigenous player doing a spear-(or boomerang) gesture at a crowd and its perhaps one of the bigger recent kulturkampf moments we've had
truly anglos are a cowardly race
VICE just dropped this weird edgelord documentary glorifying imperialist lackeys
damn, is it thursday already?
Petrol posted:
latest Au Pair update: former top immigration official gives evidence to senate enquiry that dutton's chief of staff called for advice on how to help the boss's "mate". dutton claims it's a lie and the guy has "personal or mental health issues". Lmao. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-09-06/quaedvlieg-says-duttons-office-rang-about-italian-au-pair-visa/10207402
you guys gotta follow quaedvlieg's twitter
he keeps posting first year undergrad bachelor of arts essays on the dumbest, digressive shit, in fucking word docs for some reason
not to mention the dumbest, most centrist idiot takes on race war bullshit
Quaedvlieg responds to Dutton's response to claims about au pairs, hints at be *another* case somewhere "which may not yet be in the public domain"— Josh Butler (@JoshButler) September 6, 2018
"I stand very firmly by the description of the events as I have recollected... I urge Dutton to desist from personal attacks" pic.twitter.com/vFCdGKLSJq
damoj posted:
not to mention the dumbest, most centrist idiot takes on race war bullshit
its adorable when guys like this discover the fabians and think theyve cracked the da vinci code
Chthonic_Goat_666 posted:
quaedvlieg is like a really lazy tpaine name. hes given up and is drunkenly mashing the keyboard
good av dude
Petrol posted:
its adorable when guys like this discover the fabians and think theyve cracked the da vinci code
possibly even funnier than the Frankfurt School fixation. the Frankfurt boys were such dangerous subversives they went to work for the CIA, while the only thing the Fabians ever accomplished was the straining, bare transfer of tiny cakes across doilies and into their mouths. you'd think even just the flash-in-the-pan Strasserite business on the Internet far-right would have made both obsessions into the sign of the n00b years ago
Cuntessa_Markievicz posted:
the trade unionist movement seems very good in ozzie land
historically yes but it's been a downward trajectory. Hawke-Keating era is considered the watershed moment, but even as early as the Whitlam dismissal, left-capital boss' unions have allowed severe capitulations that have very rapidly "Americanised" labour relations. Former ACTU assistant secretary Tim Lyons is a great source for these sorts of stories, and an object lesson in what happens when you dabble in Fabianism