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there is suppose to be an NRL game coming out soon and also EA is doing another rugby game, though unless it were improved much from the last one i would not buy it
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NRL 2003 will be released on PC and PS2 in August 2003...
stay tuned and i will give more details shortly...
unfortunatley the market is not big enough for th egame to come out on X Box - i spose EA is making it
ok here is some current info on NRL 2003
Disclaimer: HES present the following information as is. Answers are based on the current design and implementation progress of the game, but may change over time as the project proceeds.
Who is making the NRL rugby league game?
The game is being funded, published and distributed by Home Entertainment Suppliers Pty Ltd (HES), a successful gaming hardware and software company based in Sydney, Australia.
What will the game be called?
Still unknown.
What platforms will the game be released on?
PC and Sony PlayStation 2 versions of the game are confirmed. A Microsoft Xbox version is also being considered.
When will the game be released?
Free demo PC November/December 2002.
Full version PC & Playstation 2 around August 2003.
What will the price of the game be?
Pricing has not been set at this stage, but can be expected to be comparable to similar products in the market.
Will it be released in the UK?
UK distribution is planned but not confirmed.
What specification PC will I need to play the PC version?
The following is the minimum recommended specification for running the title -
PII 500MHz CPU Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME, XP 64MB RAM 300MB Hard drive space (estimated) 3D video accelerator card with 16MB VRAM (GeForce chipset recommended) running DirectX 8.0 compatible drivers Soundblaster compatible sound card DirectX 8.0 or higher
Will the game take advantage of my high end PC?
Yes, the game graphics and effects will be scalable, so a better PC will result in improved graphics and a higher frame rate.
Is there any need for beta testers?
No, HES and the developer have testing covered.
What rosters will be used?
The demo will feature two current 2002 NRL teams. Full releases will have 2003 rosters.
Will the State of Origin, Super League, and International tests feature in the game?
Not confirmed at this stage.
Will there be home and away jerseys?
Will jerseys be realistic?
They will look very real with appropriate numbering, but other additions such as sponsors must be negotiated.
Will there be wear and tear on the uniforms?
Can you edit existing players?
No, not at this stage.
Can you add your own players?
Will you be able to edit the skins and makeup of the custom players in the game?
Yes, the height, weight, skin colour, hair style, and hair colour will all be configurable on a player by player basis.
Will there be headgear?
Can you add your own teams?
Can any player play anywhere?
Yet to be confirmed.
Can you make up your own competitions?
Planned but not confirmed at this stage.
Will there be post try celebrations and other in game cut scenes?
Will there be multiple camera angles?
A single main game camera is planned which will look up the field behind the attacking player towards the opposing goal line. A variety of camera angles will be used during replays and in game cut scenes.
Will there be replays?
Yes, including slow motion replays.
Will there be a video ref?
Possibly, but unlikely at this stage.
Will there be weather conditions?
Yes, including rain, and day and night games.
Will there be fights?
Will there be injuries?
Yes, including ones to keep players out for several games, typically resulting from hard or head high tackles.
Will there be a judiciary?
A possibility at this stage.
What stadiums will be included?
15 Australian and New Zealand based stadiums are presently planned for inclusion in the game. This may increase dependent on further negotiations and the inclusion of additional competitions.
Will the stadiums be accurate?
All stadiums will be easily recognisable as their real life ones. Reference video footage, photographs and schematics are being used to create them.
What onfield markings will feature?
Line markings and number will feature as appropriate. Additional sponsor markings are under negotiation.
Will the crowds look and feel like real crowds?
They will look and react as realistically as possible without affecting the core graphics and gameplay.
Will referees be featured?
Yes, and they will have a likeness to their real life counterparts.
Will refs and touch judges be visible?
Probably only during in game cut scenes.
Will there be trading of players between other competitions?
Unconfirmed at this stage.
Will you be able to adjust intensity or difficulty?
There will be three levels of difficulty with both friendlies and competition modes.
Will there be live in game commentary?
Who will be doing the commentary?
A number of commentators are being considered at this stage.
Can you play friendlies?
Can you offload in tackles?
Can you break a two man tackle if you're strong enough?
Will there be a salary cap?
Not relevant to the game under the current design.
Will the game improve from current screen shots?
All screenshots provided so far are indicative only and should not be considered representative of the final game quality. The game will hopefully far exceed anything you have seen thus far.
Will the game be multiplayer capable?
Will the game be playable over the Internet or a LAN?
How are the athletic abilities of the players set inside the game?
At present the game has 12 attributes per player which describe the overall capabilities and skill level of the player.
Have the dev team ever played league games before?
Please, don't insult us
[/b]Will the game become a series?[/b]
The opportunity exists to create a series of new titles on a yearly basis. However, this will depend on the success of this first title.
HES asks that fans support our own commitment and investment in the product by avoiding and dissuading piracy. For our part, we will seek to deliver a game with solid gameplay and great presentation.
Hopefully, we'll see a great, up to date new version every year!
Will phoning or emailing HES speed up the development of the game or increase the amount of information being released?
While we appreciate the enthusiasm of fans, we have been swamped by a deluge of correspondence relating to the game. This veritable barrage has demonstrated the high level of anticipation surrounding the game but has also distracted us from getting on with the job.
All confirmed and released information will be available via this FAQ, which will be updated as new information comes to hand.
Various online forums are being monitored by the development team, so we are aware of your ideas and questions relating to the game. Keep up the healthy discussion and provide feedback where you can, but please resist the temptation to call us every time you want to confirm a loose Internet rumour.
damn y is it taking so long, at first it was supposed to be out for christmas this year, then it was going to be out in january/february 2003.
now this....
it says on their site that it was because they got heaps of emails and as a result they are adding heaps of stuff to the game
Yeah and they wanted to make sure that the games were right before releasing them...
Personally i think its a smart move, its not really a great idea to release a footy game in the middle of cricket season....
Now it will be released around finals time next year...
Might be worth investing in...
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If you have a credit card account with Bank of America or Chase, two of the nation's largest banks, a major security flaw has been exposed that could make your information vulnerable to an Internet crook – or even a nosy neighbor.
Consumer advocate Edgar Dworsky of ConsumerWorld.org, who discovered the flaw, says anyone who knows your phone number and has the last four digits of your Chase or BofA credit card number might be able access your account.
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Here's the flaw Dworsky uncovered: When you call a bank's automated credit card account information system, the computer uses caller ID to compare the number you're calling from with the one on the account (usually your home phone).
At BofA and Chase, if the phone number is a match, the verification process is streamlined. Rather than requiring the entire credit card number to be entered, the caller can usually access the account with only the last four digits. In some cases, a zip code is also required.
"The last four digits of your credit card number are just out there so predominantly," Dworsky says. "If you look at any sales receipt, it always has those last four digits."
In order for someone to take advantage of this security loophole, they'd have to trick the bank's computer to make it appear the call is coming from your home phone. Internet "spoofing" sites make this incredibly easy to do. Con artists have been using this technology for years, and it is how those British tabloid reporters were able to hack into so many voicemail systems.
The banks respond
I contacted Chase and Bank of America and asked them to respond to all of this. Both banks e-mailed me statements that said they take customer security very seriously, but they do not think the scenario Dworsky outlines is a significant security threat to their customers.
"Our objective is to balance customers' need for convenience and quick access to general information with industry best protection of their accounts," wrote Betty Reiss at Bank of America. "In addition to at least two levels of authentication required to access very limited information over our automated system, we have additional security controls in place to detect potential abuse of our automated systems. We understand that there will always be individuals who are trying to beat the system, and we're constantly looking at measures to better protect and service our customers."
Spoofing is illegal
It is now a federal crime to spoof (transmit misleading of inaccurate) caller ID information with the intent to defraud or harm someone. The penalty is up to $10,000 for each violation. Of course, con artists don't really care much about breaking the law. But this may stop some businesses from disguising their caller ID identity. This new Federal Communications Commission rule took effect last Friday.
Read more about the Federal Communications new rule about Caller ID and Spoofing.
I got this response from spokesperson Eileen Leveckis at Chase: "Chase takes data protection extremely seriously and we have numerous fraud-detection tools in place to best protect our customers. We are always engaged in research and development for new anti-fraud and data-protection technologies and we are an established leader in data security."
Adam Levin, co-founder and chairman of Identity Theft 911, was disappointed to hear how the banks responded.
"The fact that people can spoof phone numbers and then use just four digits and then come back with account information is a woefully insecure security system," he says. "These banks really have to rethink their strategy and develop a much more serious security protocol when it comes to credit cards."
Pam Dixon, executive director of the nonprofit World Privacy Forum, agrees. "Convenience is the greatest enemy of privacy, and this is a perfect example of that," Dixon says. "The banks have made it too easy to access this sensitive information. There needs to be increased security procedures."
Testing the flaw
In running various vulnerability tests with his own cards and those of several volunteers, Dworsky found it was simple to gain access to the targeted account in almost every case.
"I was shocked. I was absolutely shocked that using a relatively simple technique, someone could find out about someone else's credit card history."
Using the same technique and with his permission, I was able to get into the database for Dworsky's Chase and Bank of America credit card accounts. The automated system gave me his credit lines and how much credit was still available on the card, the amount of the last bill and when it was paid, plus information about dozens of recent transactions: the date, the amount and what was purchased.
The security protocol is stricter at Capital One, Citi and American Express. They all require the entire card number to be entered every time, no matter where the call is placed from.
Dworsky would like to see Chase and BofA do the same thing. "It's so easy to close this loophole," he says. "They just need to require anyone who calls their information line to put in the full 16-digit credit card number."
So, am I safe?
OK, so I hack into the bank's automated system and find out that your last payment was $500 on Aug. 12 and that you have available credit of $21,500. Maybe I learn that you made a $65 purchase at Home Depot on Aug. 3, and a $75 purchase at Target the next day.
This isn't enough information to allow a crook to order a new credit card or get a cash advance. But an identity thief can use the information to build credibility with potential victims.
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Here's how it works: Armed with the details from your account, the thief phones you, this time using caller ID spoofing to make it look like he's calling from your bank.
He tells you he's from the bank's security department, and says they've noticed some suspicious activity on your account. To prove he's with the bank, the crook recites the information gleaned from the phone system about your credit card account. That could cause you to drop your guard, and give him enough additional account information to rip you off.
Other dangers
Identity theft isn't the only threat here. This same technique could also allow unauthorized people to collect information about your charitable or political donations, religious or other organizations you belong to, even charges you've made for medical problems.
My two cents
ID spoofing has changed the security landscape. A phone number is no longer a reliable means of authentication. If you have a credit card with either of these two banks and you believe security trumps convenience, as I do, I encourage you to contact them and let them know how you feel. Tell them you want this loophole closed.
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More magical than ever.
The new AirPods deliver the wireless headphone experience, reimagined. Just pull them out of the charging case and they're ready to use with your iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, or Mac.
After a simple one-tap setup, AirPods work like magic. They're automatically on and always connected. AirPods can even sense when they're in your ears and pause when you take them out.
To adjust the volume, change the song, make a call, or even get directions, simply say "Hey Siri" and make your request. You have the freedom to wear one or both AirPods, and you can play or skip forward with a double-tap when listening to music or podcasts.
AirPods deliver 5 hours of listening time1 and 3 hours of talk time on a single charge.2 And they're made to keep up with you, thanks to a charging case that holds multiple charges for more than 24 hours of listening time.3 Need a quick charge? Just 15 minutes in the case gives you 3 hours of listening time4 or 2 hours of talk time.5
Powered by the all-new Apple H1 headphone chip, AirPods use optical sensors and motion accelerometers to detect when they're in your ears. Whether you're using both AirPods or just one, the H1 chip automatically routes the audio and engages the microphone. And when you're on a call or talking to Siri, an additional speech-detecting accelerometer works with beamforming microphones to filter out external noise and focus on the sound of your voice.
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Automatically on, automatically connected
Easy setup for all your Apple devices6
Quick access to Siri by saying "Hey Siri" or setting up double-tap
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Charges quickly in the case
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Rich, high-quality audio and voice
Seamless switching between devices
What's in the Box
Charging Case
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Tech Specs
AirPods (each): 0.14 ounce (4 g)
Charging Case: 1.34 ounces (38 g)
AirPods (each): 0.65 by 0.71 by 1.59 inches (16.5 by 18.0 by 40.5 mm)
Charging Case: 1.74 by 0.84 by 2.11 inches (44.3 by 21.3 by 53.5 mm)
AirPods: Bluetooth
Charging Case: Lightning connector
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AirPods Sensors (each):
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Motion-detecting accelerometer
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AirPods with Charging Case: More than 24 hours listening time,3 up to 18 hours talk time8
AirPods (single charge): Up to 5 hours listening time,1 up to 3 hours talk time2
15 minutes in the case equals up to 3 hours listening time4 or up to 2 hours talk time5
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They should be fairly be resistant against things like light rain and sweat but nothing anymore seve They should be fairly be resistant against things like light rain and sweat but nothing anymore severer than that. That means you should not use then in Heavy rain, swimming, or in the bath/shower.
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Hi! It's actually only the wireless charging feature. Both of these on the Apple Store are the 2nd G Hi! It's actually only the wireless charging feature. Both of these on the Apple Store are the 2nd Generation, featuring the new H1 chip with "Hey Siri" and the faster connectivity and audio quality. If you look in the description and tech specs, both the $159 and $199 feature the same AirPods, with the only difference being the charging case. The wireless charging case may be purchased separately as well for $79. Hope this helps!
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is white the only color they come in
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Whatever they think of the issue of same-sex marriage, Californians should agree on this much: It would have been nice, from an economic perspective, if U.S. District Judge Vaughn Walker had issued today's decision permitting California counties to marry same-sex couples, beginning Aug. 18, back in the spring.
A flurry of marriages would have been good for California's ailing economy this late spring and summer, but now the summer is almost over.
California business and government already has lost out since same-sex marriages were stopped, after five months, with the passage of Prop 8 in November. Estimates by the Williams Institute at UCLA, first performed in 2008, predicted a modest-but-every-little-bit-counts $63 million in revenues to the state over three years if such marriages had remained legal. That in turn was based on the estimate that about half of California's estimated 102,000 same-sex couples would marry over the three years beginning in 2008 and going through 2011 -- and that more than 67,000 gay couples from around the country would come to California to marry.
The projected economic impact, according to the Williams Institute, would have been more than $680 million in direct spending on tourism and weddings over three years.
It will be interesting to see new projections. Some of that money may have gone to other states that permit same-sex marriage. But as a California taxpayer, let me say to the world: please come to our economically troubled state and have your big gay wedding (the bigger the better!) right here.


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(ANTWERP, Belgium) -- Beyonce is "feeling much better," a day after a doctor ordered her to postpone her show Tuesday night in Antwerp, Belgium.
The singer posted a handwritten apology to fans for having to cancel the concert on her website.
"I've never postponed a show in my life. It was very hard for me. I promise I will make it up very soon. I'm sorry if I disappointed you. Thank you for your concern. I'm feeling much better now and I'm ready to give you a great show."
The "Single Ladies" singer had two shows in Antwerp scheduled for The Mrs. Carter Show world tour. Though it appears the show will go on Wednesday night, there is no word on when the first show will be rescheduled.
Beyonce released a statement Tuesday morning saying she had been "advised by her doctors to rest as a result of dehydration and exhaustion" and that "ticket holders should keep their tickets to be used with the re-scheduled date."
Tuesday's cancellation quickly fueled rumors that the 31-year-old singer is pregnant with her second child. Sources close to the singer have been quick to quash the reports.
"Beyoncé and Jay are planning for another baby after her tour is over and things calm down just a bit," one source told People on Monday, referring to the singer and husband Jay-Z.
In a recent interview with Good Morning America in London, the mother of Blue Ivy, said she's definitely open to more children.
"I think my daughter needs some company," she said. "I definitely love being big sister."
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Rockies seek more improvement at Winter Meetings
DENVER -- The Rockies made two headline-grabbing moves this week and have a chance during the Winter Meetings starting Monday in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., to weigh how they'll fill their remaining holes.
The Rockies made progress toward a two-year, $12.5 million deal with free-agent first baseman Justin Morneau and obtained two younger players in right-handed starting pitcher Jordan Lyles and outfielder Brandon Barnes from the Astros for center fielder Dexter Fowler. These came on the heels of signing veteran right-hander LaTroy Hawkins for one year at $2.5 million with a 2015 club option.
DENVER -- The Rockies made two headline-grabbing moves this week and have a chance during the Winter Meetings starting Monday in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., to weigh how they'll fill their remaining holes.
The Rockies made progress toward a two-year, $12.5 million deal with free-agent first baseman Justin Morneau and obtained two younger players in right-handed starting pitcher Jordan Lyles and outfielder Brandon Barnes from the Astros for center fielder Dexter Fowler. These came on the heels of signing veteran right-hander LaTroy Hawkins for one year at $2.5 million with a 2015 club option.
Those are the beginning steps in trying to improve a club that has finished last in the National League West the last two seasons, including 74-88 in 2013 despite having three All-Star Game starters in shortstop Troy Tulowitzki, and outfielders Carlos Gonzalez and Michael Cuddyer. If anything, the 2013 record shows the Rockies need more than a few star players. Manager Walt Weiss said the Rockies are righting themselves.
"I like the makeup of the ballclub," Weiss said. "I like that when you go up and down the roster, you see a lot of guys that compete very well. I talked a lot about that last year with our club, how important that is to us. Of course, we're not done yet putting this club together but I like the direction we're heading."
Of course, this week has shown that teams are willing to jump on trades and signings well before the annual Winter Meetings get-together, so anything can happen. But here's where the Rockies stand with the meetings approaching.
Club needs
Rotation: For the first time in their 21 seasons, the Rockies had three starting pitchers with ERAs under 4.00 -- Tyler Chatwood at 3.15, Jhoulys Chacin at 3.47 and Jorge De La Rosa at 3.49. The trio went 38-21 and the Rockies were 49-32 in their starts -- for a .605 winning percentage, which would have won any division in the Majors.
It only goes to show how much depth a rotation needs.
The Rockies are expecting growth from righty Juan Nicasio, who went 9-9 but had a 5.14 ERA and saw the team go 13-18 in his 31 starts in his first full and healthy season. That left the club 12-38 in games not started by Chatwood, Chacin, De La Rosa and Nicasio.
Chacin and De La Rosa are the rotation's leaders and Chatwood's development leaves him solid for the No. 3 slot. Nicasio has the inside shot at the fourth spot and is part of a youthful group of contenders -- along with Lyles and left-handers Drew Pomeranz and Christian Friedrich -- for the final two jobs. But it begs the question whether the Rockies need to bring in a proven starter to diminish the reliance on the youth.
Also, how will the Rockies address the need? Last year they went with rebound candidates Jeff Francis, Jon Garland and Roy Oswalt with poor results. Will they seek a higher-level free agent or a veteran in a trade?
There are some possibilities, such as lefty Paul Maholm, who has had a high ground-ball rate in his effective seasons, and veteran righty Bartolo Colon, who could be cost-prohibitive. One-time Colorado right-hander Jason Hammel, who credits Rockies pitching coach Jim Wright for helping him develop mental toughness, is on the market, after battling right elbow inflammation last season. This is an area in which the Rockies could look to make a trade, although they'll have to make a difficult decision and deal a prospect.
Bullpen: The Rockies have Hawkins and left-hander Rex Brothers, who earned 19 saves last season when Rafael Betancourt was beset by injury. Hawkins replaces Betancourt, who underwent Tommy John surgery and is a free agent. But do the Rockies need another late-innings right-handed arm?
Matt Belisle and Wilton Lopez each were used heavily, and both had long periods of struggle. The Rockies are counting on bounce-back seasons from both and have some in-house candidates. But at times this offseason, the club has expressed a desire for another power arm.
Bench: Rockies reserves were some of the least productive in baseball last year. But part of that was because injuries forced younger players into the starting lineup. But even if the regulars are healthy, the Rockies seem to be in need of a right-handed bat.
The pending signing of Morneau offers help from the left side on days when he's out of the lineup. From the right side, Barnes put up good numbers against lefty pitchers with the Astros.
Leadoff hitter: For now, outfielders vying for the left-field job -- Charlie Blackmon and Corey Dickerson, who played well late last year, plus Barnes and Charlie Culberson -- or possibly a second baseman -- DJ LeMahieu or, if he rebounds from a rough 2013, Josh Rutledge -- are contenders for the job vacated by Fowler. Gonzalez also is intriguing but it would leave a hole in the middle of the lineup.
Who they can trade if necessary
The dream Hot Stove move would have been to deal Tulowitzki for multiple talented players. The idea of dealing him to the Cardinals for a young pitcher (Lance Lynn or Shelby Miller ), a power corner bat (Allen Craig or Matt Adams ) and a hard-throwing reliever (Trevor Rosenthal or Carlos Martinez ) was the big rumor going into the General Managers Meetings. But that didn't make it much past the rumor mill, and it fizzled when the Cards signed Jhonny Peralta.
The Rockies have said they'll listen if teams have a proposal, but they've also made clear that they want to win in a window with Tulowitzki (signed through 2020) and Gonzalez (signed through 2017). By not signing a proven catcher, the Rockies have sent a message they will not be dealing Wilin Rosario, who has 49 homers the last two seasons.
It all leaves the Rockies having to be creative if they're to make a deal for, say, a starter or a proven leadoff man who could play left.
Top prospects
Three prospects could have a Major League impact as early as this season -- outfielder-first baseman Kyle Parker, who was the top Draft pick in 2010, and right-handers Eddie Butler, a supplemental first-rounder in 2012, and Jonathan Gray, the 2013 third overall pick and the top-ranked player on MLB.com's Top 20 Rockies prospects list.
Two other top picks made strides on the mound -- lefties Tyler Anderson (2011), who had a 2.81 ERA at two Class A stops, and Tyler Matzek, who spent last year at Double-A Tulsa with mixed results as a starter but showed promise as a reliever in the Arizona Fall League. Matzek was added to the 40-man roster this offseason.
Rule 5 Draft
Once the team completes talks with Morneau and he makes the contract official by passing a physical, the Rockies will have just one spot on the 40-man roster. Considering that they'd have to clear room if they addressed more than one of their needs, much would have to happen before the Rockies use a Rule 5 Major League pick.
Big contracts they could unload
The Rockies' desire to try to win with Tulowitzki (owed $134 million through 2020) and Gonzalez (owed $63.5 million through 2017) means it doesn't look as if they're looking to dump salary. They saved some money by dealing Fowler, due $7.35 million this year with another arbitration year pending, for two pre-arbitration players and signing Morneau.
Payroll summary
Rockies CEO Dick Monfort has said he is willing to stretch the payroll to around $95 million for 2014. The amount committed to signed players and the expected plus the projected salaries of arbitration-eligible players come to approximately $76.8 million. This doesn't count the players with low service time whose salaries are set based on service time. The Rockies will have to determine if there is room to fulfill one of their needs.
Thomas Harding is a reporter for MLB.com. Follow him on Twitter @harding_at_mlb.


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- clinical programs offered
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Why would you choose our center for a short-term rehabilitation visit?
Despite our best efforts – including help from friends and family, caring for ourselves or a loved one at home can be difficult. Recovery from surgery or a major healthcare event often takes more than a few days, and unless we are a trained clinician, we can be uncertain about what to do. Watching for signs and symptoms of a problem, an adverse reaction to new medication or any unforeseen change in condition is important to prevent return to the hospital.
We each need and deserve the nursing oversight that will allow us to achieve the best possible outcome with the least amount of problems. And in many instances, we need this nursing care in conjunction with therapy. By staying in a location that offers this integrated medical model, the road to home can be traveled much more quickly. And just as important as getting home fast is being able to stay there. Taking the time up front to focus on recovery, educating ourselves and our family on any ongoing conditions and gaining back our physical strength are all critical in avoiding a return trip to the hospital.
What about long-term care?
Caring for our loved one can be exhausting for us and for them. They deserve to be cared for in the best possible way – with the most resources available for their needs. And despite our worrying, guilt and perceptions, staying at home is not always the best choice.
Many of us think of the pain we would cause them by suggesting moving into a center. But is that the whole picture? As we think about their stay at home, can we make sure they get the care they might need? Can we arrange for their therapeutic social interactions? Can we provide 24/7 medical oversight and care? Will we be able to get them up each day at the same time, follow their daily routine including making sure their medications are delivered on time? Can we intelligently monitor them for any changes in condition?
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The South Bay Union School District has finalized its agreement with the Sweetwater Union High School District regarding a college entrance program.
The agreement that allows South Bay students to be eligible for the Compact for Success, a program that guarantees entrance to San Diego State University, was approved Feb. 9 by South Bay school board members. South Bay superintendent Carol Parish said she signed off on both copies of the agreement that night and they were hand delivered to Sweetwater Superintendent Ed Brand's office the following day.
The agreement allows Sweetwater access so it can share information about its schools and programs with South Bay charter school sixth grade students and parents; includes seventh- and eight-grade students from South Bay charter schools in the Sweetwater intramural sports program; and makes South Bay charter school students in seventh and eighth grades eligible for credit toward A-G course requirements (for admission to a state university) and high school credits in algebra and world language.
Both South Bay and the Chula Vista Elementary School District became embroiled in a public battle with Sweetwater in October when the compact was renewed and the eligibility changed from students who entered Sweetwater schools in the ninth grade to students who entered in seventh grade. The new policy excluded seventh- and eighth-grade charter school students from nearby elementary school districts.
After an outcry from charter school parents, which included a letter to Sweetwater officials that demanded the district rescind the Compact for Success changes, Sweetwater decided to reverse its decision.
A formal agreement between Sweetwater and Chula Vista Elementary School District was reached in December. South Bay Assistant Superintendent Shelley Burgess said the agreements are a little bit different "but the spirit of both of them is the same and it focuses on the same things."


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Romance Under the Covers - Love Stories #149 (March/April 1973)
I hope you all had an enjoyable holiday! I know I did, but at the same time, I was anxious to get back to reading comics! Today I have for you the third issue in DC's brief series, Love Stories (March/April 1973). This issue has a very groovy and provocative cover -- though it is one of those covers that is a tad misleading. Let's just say that what appears to be going on in the cover image does not happen in the corresponding interior story, "Man Shy." While the activities of the cover image would have made for an interesting romance story -- the "Marriage and Sex" clause of the Comics Code of 1971 probably would have frowned on anything more seductive than the innocent cover scene!*
The art on this first story looks to me a bit like the art from a story I blogged last month, "Too Tall to Love." It was discussed in the comments of that post that Jack Katz was likely responsible for the pencils, and Mike Esposito for the inks. "Man Shy" looks to me to be the work of a similar (if not the same) creative team. In it, miniskirt-donning Holly warns other girls to avoid her mistake of being terrified of love.
In a desperate bid to change her spinster fate, Holly attends an "Encounter Group" session -- a type of group psychotherapy popular during the '60s and '70s. There she meets an equally shy guy named Jeff, who instantly puts her at ease. As they continue to go on dates with each other, Holly begins to feel herself changing and truly coming out of her shell. Jeff, however; remains timid and unable to convey his admiration for her without chickening out.
When Jeff finally declares his love for her and proposes marriage, Holly declines. She cites her new lease on life, "...I've changed. I'm not what I was when we met." But her sentiments aren't enough to stop Jeff from pursuing her.
While Jeff continues to try to ask Holly out, she becomes quite extroverted and popular -- opening up many avenues and opportunities for fantastic dates with interesting young men. Though she is having a blast playing the field, it appears she secretly pines for Jeff. One night, at a dance, Jeff meekly tries to make a move on Holly and she snaps at him for being so continually apprehensive. Apparently, Jeff received the message and stops pursuing Holly, much to her dismay. In an effort to rebuild their relationship, Holly returns to where it all started and is received with open palms by Jeff.
I found the next story, "His Other Wife!" (with pencils that look to be by Mike Sekowsky) enjoyable primarily because it is a sort of throwback to the old Western Romances that were so briefly popular in the late '40s and early '50s. Carol, a very cosmopolitan young woman accustomed to her urban lifestyle in New York City loves Jason. Jason is handsome and successful, but there are two problems Carol sees in marrying him. For one, he wants to move her out of the city and onto a ranch he has purchased.
The other thing standing in the way of marital bliss is the memory of Jason's recently departed wife, Susan.
Carol had always felt some jealousy towards Susan and after her death it was no different. Even as Jason and Carol grew close, Carol always felt that Jason would never love her as much as he had loved Susan.
Despite her anxieties and fears of measuring up, Carol married Jason -- in one of the sassiest wedding gowns I have ever seen and Go-go boots, no less!
After the wedding, Jason sweeps Carol off of her feet and carries her over the threshold of their new home on their new country ranch. However, the euphoric state of newlywed-hood is short-lived as Jason works harder on running the ranch than on their marriage.
Jason's days consist primarily of sleeping, tending to the cattle, working on the ranch's finances, and ordering Carol around. Resentment creeps in. Carol realizes that not only does Jason treat her like a workhorse, but he treats her far differently than the pampered Susan.
Efforts on Carol's behalf to discuss her feelings are consistently shot down and she sees no other choice than to leave Jason and head back to New York City. Carol's plan to run off is terminated when she notices it is snowing. The realization that the entire herd on the ranch is in great peril is enough to convince her to return.
All through the night and what eventually turned into three days, Carol helps Jason and the hired-hands in bringing the cattle out of the snow drifts to ensure their survival. Once the heard is safe and the snow ends, Carol and Jason have the awkward task of confronting each other about why Carol was leaving him. She asks him why he doesn't love her as much as he loved Susan, and he explains that he loves her in a different way. He declares his admiration for her strength and courage. Needing no more words, the two embrace against the snowy backdrop of the ranch.
The final story in this issue is an Art Saaf drawn tale titled, "Pretty Chick!" Marcia works at a car hop. One evening while on duty, she is surprised by the presence of the very famous actor, Sean Saunders.
Sean says he is passing through and she caught his eye. He apparently wants some company for the evening, but doesn't want his reputation sullied by "making it with some unknown smalltown chick." He has his friend Mike pretend that he is the one on a date with Marcia.
Marcia is troubled not only by the fact that Sean doesn't want to be seen with her, but that he is so rude and bossy towards Mike. As it turns out, Sean and Mike aren't friends at all. Mike was an out of work actor and now works for Sean as a "Beard."
When Sean asks Mike to fetch him another woman, Mike tells him to buzz off. In the end, it is Mike who Marcia falls for -- not the self-absorbed famous actor!
To wrap things up, here is another installment of "Like It Is!" with advice columnist, Donna Fayne!
Well, friends -- that is all from me for 2010! I hope you enjoyed this issue of Love Stories! I will be back in 2011 (aka Monday, January 3rd) with a brand new year of romance comic book goodness! I have some really great things planned for January, including a giveaway and a new monthly feature, so I hope that you will join me!!!Happy New Year!!!
* Whether the Code was abided by at this time or not, technically, under the "Marriage and Sex" section of the 1971 rewrite of the original Comics Code, the following points were expected to be adhered to:
1. Divorce shall not be treated humorously or represented as desirable.
2. Illicit sex relations are not to be portrayed and sexual abnormalities are unacceptable.
3. All situations dealing with the family unit should have as their ultimate goal the protection of the children and family life. In no way shall the breaking of the moral code be depicted as rewarding.
4. Rape shall never be shown or suggested. Seduction may not be shown.
5. Sex perversion or any inference to same is strictly forbidden.


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A break with tradition. Veal fillets may spring to mind the Austrian classic, wiener schnitzel, but tonight they got the Cajun treatment.
Not only does the meat lend itself perfectly to the crispy spiced panko breadcrumbs, the zingy salsa and the creamy avocado and coriander sauce, flattening out the plump little breasts with a rolling pin is a great way to relieve any frustrations you may have.
For 4 fajitas
2 rosé veal - ours are from the mighty Heaves Farm Veal and you can buy them online.
3 handfuls panko breadcrumbs
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes (optional)
1 tsp ground black pepper
2 tsp sea salt flakes
Plain flour for dusting
2 eggs and a dash of milk, whisked in a large bowl
10 juicy tomatoes, medium to large sized, diced
Half a small red onion, finely diced
2 shots rice vinegar
2 shots extra virgin olive oil
2 ripe avocados
3 heaped tablespoons natural yogurt
A handful fresh coriander
Juice of one juicy lime
3 spring onions, top and tailed and quartered
Sea salt and black pepper
Oil for frying - vegetable or sunflower
4 wraps
Kitchen paper
- Place each fillet between a few sheets of cling film (on top and underneath) and hammer it out until it's around 4-5mm thick - a firm hand is required, but too firm a hand will tear the flesh so be careful
- Into a food processor place the avocado flesh, spring onions, yogurt, lime juice, coriander and a scrunch of salt, then blend until smooth. You may need to stop the blending part way through to push the edges back into the processor so the whole lot is blitzed and smooth. Decant into a bowl and set aside
- Into another bowl place the diced tomatoes and their juice that may have escaped onto the chopping board, the red onion, a couple of scrunches of salt, grind of black pepper then the extra virgin olive oil and rice vinegar shots, combine with a spoon and set aside - not in the fridge, the flavours come out of this salsa best when it's at room temperature
- Into a large mixing bowl combine the panko and all the spices and 2 teaspoons of salt, mix through with a fork
- Into another large bowl place the plain flour with a scrunch of salt and grind of pepper, run your fork through this in the same way
- Pour around an inch of the frying oil into a deep bottomed saucepan and bring to temperature on a medium high heat for around 10 minutes, you'll know the oil is hot enough when you drop a little panko in and it sizzles and fries
- Take your flattened veal steaks and in turn dust them in the seasoned flour, followed by the egg and milk mix and finally into the Cajun seasoned panko
- One at a time fry the breaded veal in the oil, turning once and cooking on each side for around 3-4 minutes - once golden brown they are done, remove them and drain on kitchen paper
- Whilst they're cooking heat a frying pan on the hob with no oil, and lightly toast the wraps in the pan until warm, then put them onto a plate ready for assembly
- Take the veal from the kitchen paper and cut it into strips, you'll get two fajitas out of each fillet
- Spread a couple of heaped tablespoons of the green sauce over the centre of the base of the flatbreads almost in a line running up the centre, then top with half the crispy veal, followed by a few spoonfuls of the salsa. Wrap the base up first and then bring the sides in - for extra security (but don't pierce yourself when you're eating in eagerness) push a cocktail stick through the top to keep the whole thing together. Try to eat it and not imagine yourself on some kind of Man V Food challenge that involves you covered in food and licking your fingers.


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Anyone have a set of these? I am considering them for next spring ( my bonus money) or indeed any recommendations for something at this price range
The Vision Trimax T42 is a versatile alloy/carbon wheelset that's suitable for everyday use as well as racing.
Okay, first the essential info... when Vision describe these as 'carbon alloy clinchers' they mean that they're alloy with a carbon surface on the deep section of the welded rim. They call this Carbon Structural Integration, or CSI for short, and explain it like this:
'Once an aluminum component is wrapped in carbon fibre, the fibre becomes an integral part of the structure and increases the overall stiffness of the component.'
So the whole of the rim, including the braking surface, is alloy but the V-section is covered with carbon fibre for reinforcement. Of course, the unidirectional carbon finish doesn't hurt in terms of giving a high-end look.
As the name suggests, the rim is 42mm deep and it's 21.2mm wide. Vision's own CNC-machined hubs are black anodized and they contain sealed cartridge bearings (two in the front wheel, four in the rear). The alloy cassette body comes in both Shimano/SRAM and Campag versions.
Everything is laced up by hand using straight-pull Sapim aero spokes – 18 at the front (radial) and 21 at the rear (seven radial on the non-driveside and 14 two-cross on the driveside).
The weight is okay rather than something to get excited about. Ours hit the scales at 804g (f) and 966g (r). That's a total of 1,770g (including rim tape) plus a combined weight of 110g for the quick releases. That's not mega-light but it's certainly comparable to similarly priced rivals.
In use these feel really tight; they're extremely well built. I've been using them for [checks calendar] four months now and I've not had to tighten a single spoke, which says a lot for Vision's construction methods and quality control.
The rims don't slice through the air as well as something a little deeper but they're still impressive and the advantage is that you can use these in most conditions. You don't struggle to maintain control in a strong crosswind like you can with a rim depth of say, 50mm+. Okay, if it's blowing a gale you might have a bit of a fight on your hands but if you want to buy just one set of aero wheels (rather than having the luxury of two or three pairs and swapping them around according to the conditions), these are worth considering.
They climb fine too. They're not electrifying on the slopes but they're not a bad weight for their depth and price. Plus, the alloy braking surface is far more predictable than any carbon model out there.
If you want some versatile aero wheels that are going to put in a solid performance, give these some serious thought.
High-quality aero clinchers that are versatile enough for everyday use or racing; decent price too.
If you're thinking of buying this product using a cashback deal why not use the road.cc Top Cashback page and get some top cashback while helping to support your favourite independent cycling website
road.cc test report
Make and model: Vision TriMax T42 wheels
Size tested: Shimano
Tell us what the product is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?
Vision say, "The new Vision TriMax T42 CSI clincher wheelset is built for racing and all day riding. The T42 rim is 42mm tall, and 21mm wide, to cut through the wind and still remain light enough to tackle the steepest climbs. Using our Vision proprietary hubs and aero bladed spokes, the T42 tip the scales at 1720 grams per pair and is tough enough for any level of road racing."
Ours weighed a little more - but that's nearly always the way.
You can get considerably lighter if you go for full-carbon rims of a similar depth and pay a lot more, but these are a decent weight compared to other options of a similar price.
A good price when compared to similar wheels from brands like SRAM and Fulcrum.
Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose
They put in a solid all-round performance. They're designed to be versatile and that means that there are going to be compromises, but if you want some fit-and-forget aero wheels, these are worthy of serious consideration.
Tell us what you particularly liked about the product
The balance: good aerodynamics, reasonable weight, predictable braking and handling.
Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product
Any weight saving would be welcome but, as I said, these are a reasonable weight for the rim depth and price.
Did you enjoy using the product? Yes.
Would you consider buying the product? Yes.
Would you recommend the product to a friend? Yes.
About the tester
Age: 41 Height: 190cm Weight: 75kg
I usually ride: My best bike is:
I've been riding for: Over 20 years I ride: Most days I would class myself as: Expert
I regularly do the following types of riding: time trialling, commuting, club rides, sportives, general fitness riding,
Mat has in cycling media since 1996, on titles including BikeRadar, Total Bike, Total Mountain Bike, What Mountain Bike and Mountain Biking UK, and he has been editor of 220 Triathlon and Cycling Plus. Mat has been road.cc technical editor for over a decade, testing bikes, fettling the latest kit, and trying out the most up-to-the-minute clothing. We send him off around the world to get all the news from launches and shows too. He has won his category in Ironman UK 70.3 and finished on the podium in both marathons he has run. Mat is a Cambridge graduate who did a post-grad in magazine journalism, and he is a winner of the Cycling Media Award for Specialist Online Writer. Now pushing 50, he's riding road and gravel bikes most days for fun and fitness rather than training for competitions.


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It's time to get excited! Spark is proud to introduce our brand new letterpress wedding album, Bliss, featuring 40 invitation designs plus save the dates and wedding day items. Bliss design suites are fresh and on-trend, not to mention printed on eco-friendly papers and sold at an affordable price.
The Carola and Rosalie suites featured below are just a taste of the new collection. Carola is printed in our taupe and creamsicle inks on soft white recycled paper. Rosalie is printed in our steel ink on cream recycled paper.
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Roman Signer: 56Small Helicopters (56 Kleine Helikopter)
On View September 2–October 30, 2011
Roman Signer is best known for his videos and photographs of rockets, catapults, and staged explosion and combustion events. This video, purchased with funds from the Contemporary Associates of the Museum, shows a squadron of 56 remote-controlled toy helicopters. They rise into the air, collide with each other, carom off the ceiling and walls, and finally die in mechanical spasms on the floor. The effect is both humorous and disturbing, as the toys seem to transform into a swarm of gigantic insects intent on their own self-destruction.
Signer's unique body of work is described by Aimee Walleston (Art in America, 9/30/10): At the age of 72, Swiss artist Roman Signer makes work that seeks to unbind normative space and time…. His film, video and photographic works deal with their natural settings and give little pause to contemplate the urban rumblings of the world at large. The body of this practice comprises simple, elegant forms, animated and detonated to elucidate the cinematic ideas of suspense, climax and conclusion. His best-known works are Super 8 films and video wherein the artist stages a spectacular event…or makes a banal moment spectacular in its slapstick simplicity.
Image Credit: Roman Signer, Swiss, born 1938. 56 Small Helicopters (56 Kleine Helikopter). 2008. Single channel video. Purchased with funds from the Contemporary Associates. Running time: 3 minutes 15 seconds.


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ottoatm wrote:Wow, this is beautiful. That torso decoration would be perfect, and I like the helm.
I also like the artwork on Brickwars, although the official rules are not my favorite... still, nothing is more fun than bashing little plastic men, and the art work here is good for inspiration.
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An Interval Ownership Resort in the Middle FL Keys
Welcome to Marathon Key Beach Club!
Thank you for your interest in our resort. We are located in the Islands of Marathon in the fabulous Florida Keys. Our units are privately owned and operated. Our rental weeks run from Saturday to Saturday.
Marathon Key Beach Club is nestled on acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Our units are 1300 square foot 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condos. Screened balcony, full kitchen, comfortable furnishings and a washer/dryer in each unit are just a few amenities to make you feel more at home.
We can accommodate 6 people per unit. There is parking under the building for 1 vehicle. Additional guest parking is available on the property.
Marathon Key Beach Club has one of the larger swimming pools in the Florida Keys. We also have a hot tub and two tennis courts. We are next to Banana Bay which offers boat slip rentals and free use of the boat ramp for our guests.
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The General's Veep of sales, Mark LaNeve sent a memo out to the General's dealer network this week, where he finally revealed the secretive moves GM began "several months ago" to realign the field and support organization for the not-so-spritely General. It looks like the General's gonna be moving to three Regional Sales and Marketing Managers (RSMM) — one for Chevy, one for Pontiac-Buick-GMC and one for GM's "Premium" brands plus Saturn — in each of GM's five regions. That's a heckuva lot of RSMM's! But, just as big as the still-expansive sales and support team is the news that the realignment's going to focus on increasing the seemingly measly "three out of ten return-rate of new GM vehicle owners" to GM dealerships — a focus on what LaNeve calls "customer retention and revenue opportunities so that more GM vehicle owners will return to you for their vehicle maintenance." Remember dealers, you may not be making as much off of your cars as you once were after we dropped those sticker prices — but hey, try your damndest to make it up in the oil change business, k?
Full text of the memo after the jump:
Date: May 16, 2006
To: GM Dealer Network
Subject: VSSM and SPO Field Realignment and Leadership Announcements
Several months ago, we announced that we were planning to realign the VSSM and SPO field organization to support our U.S. Market Growth Plan and Channel strategy. This important initiative will positively impact the way that we interact with all of you on a daily basis, so I wanted to share the leadership structure and appointments with each of you.
Regional Sales and Marketing
Each region will have three Regional Sales and Marketing Managers (RSMMs)—-Chevrolet; Pontiac-Buick-GMC; and Premium-Saturn. The RSMMs will be responsible for the integration and implementation of the marketing and sales tactics for their brands in their region. They will report to the Regional General Manager, and work with their respective Divisional General Manager to ensure linkage to channel specific marketing initiatives. The Regional Divisional Marketing Managers (RDMMs) are aligned by channel and will report to the appropriate RSMM. Zone teams will call on dealers within a channel and will report to the RSMM for that channel. Saturn Market Area Managers and their teams will continue to report to the Saturn RDMM and Sales Manager, who will report to the Premium-Saturn RSMM, in recognition of the Saturn channel. Together, these changes will provide for better development, communication and implementation of our go-to-market strategies.
Customer Retention, Parts and Accessory Sales
Approximately three out of 10 new GM vehicle owners return to their GM dealership for vehicle maintenance. With the field realignment, we are taking steps to focus on customer retention and revenue opportunities so that more GM vehicle owners will return to you for their vehicle maintenance. Each region will have a Regional Service Development, Parts and Accessories Manager and an Assistant Regional Manager-Aftermarket. These positions will report through the Executive Director SPO-Field Operations and have a dotted-line relationship to the Regional General Manager. Duane Miller is appointed to the Executive Director position. The Regional Service Manager (RVM) position will continue to be part of each region and operate with its current responsibilities and reporting relationships, including an ongoing relationship with Peter Lord, Executive Director Service Operations. Together, these positions will lead our efforts with you to increase customer retention and grow parts and accessory sales.
Other Changes and Important Dates
We are now working to appoint dedicated zone teams to a single channel in terms of their assigned dealers. This will result in several new appointments at the zone and direct contact level. We are working to minimize the disruption to you and your business during the transition to this new structure, which we will begin operating under effective July 1. Our goal is to drive sales and service contacts and decisions on a channel basis, which should provide more focused support for your business.
Thank you for your hard work and contributions to helping us achieve GM's turnaround.
Mark R. LaNeve
GMNA Vice President
North American Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing
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Top Clean Pick up - Centrum Újpest shopping centre
Pick up locations
TOP CLEAN textile cleaning
Address: Centrum Újpest
1042 Budapest, István út 10.
Opening hours:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 - 18:30
Saturday: 8:00 - 13:00
Sunday: Zárva
dry cleaners: within 24 or 48 hours (on workdays) at pick up
Payment possibilities: Cash, bank card
Phone: +36-1-369-5574
Quick service without extra charge
For our customers' comfort, dry-cleaning of clothes are offered without extra charge.
Women's and men's clothes:
Suits, trousers, silk trousers, shorts, jackets, silk blazers, blazers, skirts, pleated skirts, miniskirts, vests, quilted vests, vests of artificial fur, cloth caps, gloves, neckties, silk ties, neckerchiefs, scarves, stoles, short and long coats, light coats, trench coats, artificial fur coats, trench coats with fur lining, leisure clothing, leisure trousers, feather coats, ski jackets, ski anoraks, ski suits, dresses, evening gowns, coveralls, silk coveralls, gowns, cassocks, pullovers, angora and cashmere sweaters, silk blouses, other women's blouses, shirts, T-shirts, work clothes.
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Dry cleaning of garments - BIO CLEAN - Laundry - Stain removal - Ironing - Impregnation - Upstanding improvement - Carpet cleaning - Cleaning and dyeing of leather - Textile dyeing - Small repairs, sewing - Ironing
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Shirt/blouse - 990 Ft/db
Trousers cleaning - 1900 Ft/db
Skirt cleaning - 1900 Ft/db
Jacket, Woman jacket cleaning - 2500 Ft/db
Winter coat (long) cleaning - 3500 Ft/db
Popelin coat cleaning - 3500 Ft/db
Feather coat (short) cleaning - 3700 Ft/db
Curtain cleaning - 2400 Ft/kg
Blanket simple cleaning - 2700 Ft/db
Blanket douple cleaning - 3700 Ft/db
Carpet cleaning - 2500 Ft/m²
Woolen carpet cleaning - 2900 Ft/kg
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Shirt/blouse - 1200 Ft/db
Trousers cleaning - 2900 Ft/db
Skirt cleaning - 2700 Ft/db
Jacket, Woman jacket cleaning - 3100 Ft/db
Winter coat (long) cleaning - 3900 Ft/db
Popelin coat cleaning - 4600 Ft/db
Feather coat (short) cleaning - 4700 Ft/db
Curtain cleaning - 3500 Ft/kg
Blanket simple cleaning - 3700 Ft/db
Blanket douple cleaning - 5300 Ft/db
Evening dress cleaning - 7700 Ft/db
Wedding dress cleaning - 10500 Ft/db
Prices list: Prices of are specified in Hungarian Forints, including the applicable VAT. Subject to the type of service, the units of measure are: pieces, kg, m or sq.m. The document is consisted of several pages. Please move the mouse over the document and you can browse between pages of the price list by clicking the arrows at the bottom. If you cannot find the price of your interest, please call us on the Shop's phone number and our colleagues will be pleased to provide you the required information.
One-hour service is available for traditional cleaning and garments in our salon on weekdays from the first hour after opening to the first full hour before closing. Specifically, this deadline is not valid for BIO and Extra way cleaned garments. One-hour quick service means that the committed item is ready for the end of first straight hour. The delivery time for pick-ups is one business day if the goods to be cleaned have been accepted before the actual delivery date. The 24-hour service applies to the clothes delivered at the place of delivery prior to the fixed delivery date. Finished clothes are ready on the next business day after the acceptence date.


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If you're like us, you winced when Ferrari announced the name of its new LaFerrari.
We mean come on, the Ferrari The Ferrari?
But, as it turns out, LaFerrari is hardly the worst name to adorn a car.
History is littered with naming atrocities.
Wheels takes a look at some of the worst.


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The US U-17 national team started on their quest to qualify for the World Cup with a 3-1 victory over Cuba at Catherine Hall Stadium in Montego Bay Jamaica on Monday.
Alfred Koroma opened the scoring in the 27th minute, while Andrew Oliver and Esteban Rodriguez tallied moments after halftime to put the match out of reach. Second-half substitute Frank Lopez pulled one back for Cuba, but they couldn't find any more goals.
With the win, the US sit atop Group B after a single game played. They next play Panama on Feb. 18. The top two teams from the group advance to the quarterfinals, and the semifinalists will advance to the World Cup.
Cuba, especially Javier Aguilar, managed to put pressure on the US in the early stages, but Israel Blake's side failed to pose any serious threats to the cage of Houston Dynamo Academy goalkeeper Fernando Piña.
[inline_node:328504]Three minutes before the half hour mark, right midfielder Esteban Rodriguez provided the spark that ignited the American's first goal. He played a ball forward to Andrew Oliver. Sandy Sanchez saved the forward's shot, but Koroma - who returned to the American camp in January after a yearlong absence - tapped in the rebound.
The Stars and Stripes started strong immediately after the halftime whistle. Matt Dunn - the only player on the roster who isn't a member of the Residency Program - sent a ball over the top to Oliver, who beat his man and didn't miss from close range.
Cuba, back their heels, conceded another just seconds later with Rodriguez doing the damage on an assist from Dillon Serna.
Blake attempted to inject life into his squad at the hour mark, replacing Sayay Herrera with Lopez. The plan worked, as the teenager tallied in the 68th minute.
After the goal, Cabrera took off Mario Rodriguez and Serna for Los Angeles Galaxy Home Grown signee Jack McBean and Jordan Allen, while their opponent countered by adding Osmani Capote at the expense of Dairon Perez.
With 14 minutes remaining, the American coach opted for a more defensive strategy by removing Koroma in favor of midfielder Tarik Salkicic.
US starting lineup
Piña; Smith, Fehr, Souders, Acosta, E Rodriguez, Dunn, Serna, Koroma, M Rodriguez, Oliver
Cuba starting lineup
Sanchez; Labrada, Diaz, Rosales, Froese, Collado, Herrera, Pierda, Perez, Aguilar, Mezquila
Noah Davis covers the United States national team for MLSsoccer.com. Follow him on Twitter at @noahedavis.