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FOUND — King Solomon's Gold Mines (Jul, 1936)
This is pretty rediculous. I particularly like the part about living in 167 degree heat.
FOUND — King Solomon's Gold Mines
by JAMES NEVIN MILLER
COUNT BYRON DE PROROK, famous explorer, is again back in the United States after a series of adventures that would make an Arabian Nights fable seem weak and colorless in comparison. He was successful in locating the exact spot where the legendary King Solomon of Biblical fame once mined fabulous tons of gold.
More important, and perhaps the reason for the Italian hosts pushing their way into Ethiopia, these ancient mines are being worked today on a scale that staggers the imagination. From a volcanic mountain top, de Prorok beheld countless slaves, both men and women, toiling night and day to uncover the heavy golden nuggets.
But let this distinguished archaeologist tell his own almost unbelievable story:
In the course of my numerous explorations in the interests of archaeology, I have found many ancient tombs and lost cities in Africa. Now I hoped to fulfill one of the major objectives of my career, the discovery of the original mines which supplied the fabulously wealthy monarchs of ancient times: Tut, Hannibal, Cleopatra, Alexander the Great, Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, with the vast supply of golden ornaments which made them famous.
For more than 15 years I have crisscrossed Africa's ancient caravan trails between Carthage and Utica, and from the Atlas to the Blue Nile in search of the origin of this lost gold. But without success. However, I had located many valuable clues, some of them passed down from generation to generation, others mere whispers gleaned from adventurers who had been foolhardy enough to penetrate into these mysterious interiors and later lose their lives.
These clues convinced me that all trails led into the "back door" of Ethiopia, a remote western desert region ruled over by Solomon Ghogoli, a sultan who admits the supremacy of only one other ruler, Haile Selassie.
But an unforeseen difficulty presented itself:
In order to penetrate the land of mystery we positively must have Haile Selassie's official permission, and in writing. Otherwise we would be certain victims of Sultan Ghogoli's murderous warriors.
This was just before the Italo-Ethiopian war began. But even then Selassie must have foreseen the conflict because he was at that time so much occupied with military affairs that we found it next to impossible to see him. But finally, after endless formalities and diplomatic action, the Emperor gave us the first permission ever given to white men to explore the forbidden land of the Blue Nile.
After receiving the first official permit to cross the closed area of the British Sudan we reached Kumuk from Kaston by following the jungle-enclosed banks of the Blue Nile to where Selassie had promised us a military escort of 120. But at the desolate barrier we waited in vain.
Right here we made the mistake that almost cost us our lives. We decided to penetrate the interior in the hopes of meeting the escort there. This would have been a wise procedure if we had been properly supplied with official passports from the Emperor. Unfortunately the soldiers who were to bring them failed to show up, and we were so impatient to be on the move that we proceeded anyway.
So we headed straight for the Old Man of the Mountain, dread Solomon Ghogoli, Sultan of the Shangul. He was over 100 years old, maintained many wives and was, it was rumored, the owner of secret gold mines which no white man had ever seen. Never was he known to permit a European or American to visit his vast, savage realm.
For three terrible days we trekked across the enormous canyons and great mountains of this legendary land. Even in the shade our thermometers registered from 140 to 160 degrees Fahrenheit, so much greater than the heat of the human body that we were actually able to cool our hands by clamping them under our armpits. The merciless heat once reached 167 degrees, three-fourths as hot as boiling water.
Our porters were terror-stricken. They were fearful of being caught and killed by the savage sultan. No wonder many of them deserted.
On the fourth day we made a fantastic discovery. While daytime camping in a jungle with my companions I suggested we climb a great mountain about two miles from our camp. We did so and found its approximate center was the huge crater of a smoldering volcano. Aided by powerful binoculars from the heights on the far side we saw, a thousand feet below, a weird sight: untold thousands of black slaves, both men and women, working feverishly in the subterranean river bed.
Amazed, I asked our guide, Diressa, "What on earth are they doing?"
He warned "Come away, master! They are Ghogoli's slaves, washing out gold." The sight excited us, and soon we tumbled and slid down there. For the skeptical minded, let me add that our movie cameras took in the entire astounding spectacle. Some of those nuggets were as big as a man's fist.
While the cameras were grinding away, my fellow scientists and I explored the rocks of the nearest canyons and found ancient hieroglyphics and rock drawings on the entrances of many of the abandoned mine shafts.
Our excitement knew no bounds. By purest chance we had achieved the major objective of our expedition. Think of it! We had found the precise spot where King Solomon of Biblical fame mined the gold that provided his court with unparalleled luxuries! Was there much gold here? There must have been untold tons of it, and the precious metal was being panned in the same crude way as practiced in Bible times.
Yes, these mounds and the rock markings told us the story students of archaeology had been seeking in vain to find ever since the mines were lost.
We were highly successful in bribing the guards with the aid of Ethiopian money, to permit us to look at some of the tombs. Which may sound strange—our "buying them" in this fashion, since they were handling such vast quantities of raw gold. But if a guard was caught with virgin gold in his possession he was executed or mutilated. But any actual money was not disturbed.
Then we heard the booming of giant tomtoms telegraphing messages to Ghogoli in his stronghold 50 miles away. His sacred territory was being invaded by members of the races he despised more than anything else in the world. And here in the mines danger lurked everywhere. The blazing heat was all but unbearable and the guards looked murderous.
Nevertheless, we started digging into the tombs and worked all that night and through the next day. But at dusk the tom-toms began to boom again. Time was short. We knew we must act with the greatest speed, and instantly.
Hastily we packed up our specimens and started on a race for the Yabus River and safety, and three days later, utterly exhausted, we reached Albi Moti, the nearest Ethiopian village, praying that the promised military escort was there awaiting us with our official passports. But it was not.
We camped on a hill near the village, and as if by magic suddenly found ourselves surrounded. Ghogoli and his warriors had beaten us to the river! Diressa, our guide, and a panic-stricken one, served as our spokesman, for the murderous sultan was coming up the hill with his mighty retinue. He looked like an apparition, wiry, eagle-eyed, ancient, hook-nosed and evil.
We had built our camp in a semi-circle. Guns in hand, we eight white men and our scant band of about 50 quaking porters prepared to parley.
A Vital Moment
It was a moment that might cost us our lives. Through chattering teeth our interpreter spoke with one of the sultan's men and then told me:
"Ghogoli wants to know what right you have in his country?"
I told Diressa to say: "We are the guests of Haile Selassie, King of Kings."
"Not king of this king! Where are your passports?"
"Coming any minute with Selassie's soldiers from Walya."
"We don't believe you. Either you stay here as my slaves or pay me 1,000 thalers each for ransom!"
The savage sultan's followers were behaving like any bandits would under like conditions, yet it was absolutely necessary that we show no fear in front of these murderous-looking Abyssinians. So we expressed willingness to accompany Ghogoli to his headquarters.
There was a long palaver. The sultan was not satisfied with our reason for invading his sacred territory. He was certain we came for his precious gold and pointed out that always he imprisoned or killed all trespassers.
When we asked the sultan why he was accumulating so much gold dust, the answer was: war clouds and fighting in the East. Gold to buy guns for the British to keep out the Italians.
Does Italy Want These Mines?
And this, mind you, was before the Italo-Ethiopian War began! Yes, here were the ancient mines of the Queen of Sheba being used to help preserve the independence of Abyssinia's far off, savage provinces.
Did we sleep very well that night? Not a wink. As dusk fell, hundreds of savage warriors, behaving like madmen and shrieking a fiendish gibberish which even our interpreter did not understand, paraded all around us. From time to time they waved gruesome trophies, trophies made of shrunken heads.
Suddenly Diressa caught a few familiar phrases and told us that we were camping on the legendary "Execution Hill"! All night the giant tom-toms of the world's most warlike savages boomed in our nerve-wracked and weary ears. Death to the invaders was certain.
Next day Sultan Ghogoli and his oldest son came to gloat over our precarious situation. Our filled money cases and our numerous packages of canned goods and other delicacies made them envious. They handled our modern rifles lovingly. And again Ghogoli repeated his threat of yesterday: "Haile Selassie doesn't know you. You leave all baggage, money and guns here and get back to the British Sudan."
A Miracle Happens
Only a miracle could save us now.
But all was not lost after all. The very next day Ghogoli and company changed their attitude and procedure. Instead of gloating over our unhappy plight, they treated us like kings. Dressed in their grandest finery, they plied us with costly presents.
What had happened? Just this: that same morning one of Selassie's swiftest riders had dashed into the village with the most welcome news of all—that our long-hoped for military escort from Selassie, plus the all-important passports, was only a few miles away.
Yes, the mighty Sultan was a changed man. He was now exceedingly contrite and lavish. He showed us many things no white man had ever seen before: his most valuable golden idols, dating back many centuries, which his slaves had dug up in the surrounding region; also a number of huge, rough diamonds.
We in turn were quite willing to offer presents. And maybe we didn't bless Haile Selassie! His name was indeed powerful in that wild stronghold of barbarism.
Safe At Last
From then on our journey back to Addis Ababa was pleasant and uneventful. Next day, accompanied by the Sultan's tamed, if somewhat sullen warriors, we met Selassie's retinue of 120 warriors on the bank of the Yabus River.
After months of studying the movies and specimens of our exploration trip, I am convinced that this was the legendary land of Ophir of Biblical fame, whence came the gold, frankincense and other treasures for Solomon's celebrated temple in Jerusalem. I also believe that this newly discovered oldest and richest of gold mines is one of the secret, but prime causes of the Italo-Ethio-pian war!

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It appears that some kind of Star Wars and Angry Birds crossover is in the works. Rovio launched a new Angry Birds tumblr account today, with this sneaky *.gif.
What is the black bird doing with that cloak and lightsaber? Apparently the world will find out on Monday morning, with an announcement live from New York. The text reads: "Times Square, New York, October 8th, 10am EST. HINT: Head to Toys R Us at 8am EST!"
It's pretty clearly Star Wars, but as to whether it's a new game, a set of toys, or something else altogether, well, we'll just have to wait until next week to know.
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For the past four years, photographer and biochemist Linden Gledhill has been taking macro focus shots of various butterfly and moth wings. Gledhill, who has also photographed natural and homegrown snowflakes, designed his own rig (with the help of Cognisys) to help create these intricate and beautiful close-up perspectives.
All images via Linden Gledhill. Top image is of a monarch butterfly wing.
Over at his Flickr page, Gledhill describes how he did it:
Cognisys, the makers of StopShot have developed a fully automated macro focusing rail. This machine is incredibly well made and accurate down to 0.01mm. The controller automates the laborious process of capturing the images needed to build a high resolution macro stack by controlling not only the macro rail but also the camera.
Most photos were taken at 7X life size using flash. Image: Sunset moth.
To increase depth of field (DOF), multiple images were combined using focus stacking. Image: Papilio blumei fruhstorferi.
Gledhill is now using a video camera lens "Canon TV lens JF16mm 1:1.4" reverse mounted on extension tubes, which gives him about 17X magnification. Image: Papilio blumei fruhstorferi.
Image: Butterfly wing scales.
Image: Red admiral wing.
Image: Moth wing scales.
Image: Sun moth wing.
Tons more here.
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Stained Glass Cookie Ornaments
Bring back sweet memories of the magic of Christmases past with these fancy jewel-colored cookie ornaments. You can make they in a variety of seasonal shapes and sizes, and hang them on a tree, in the window, or on an ornament stand. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
- 1-1/2 cups butter, softened
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Assorted colors of Jolly Rancher hard candies
- 1 tablespoon meringue powder
- 3 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon water
- 2-2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Divide into three portions; cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle.
- 2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. ornament-shaped cookie cutters. Cut out centers with a 1/2-in. cookie cutters. Place larger cutouts 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Poke a small hole in the top of each cookie. Repeat with remaining dough; reroll small cutouts if desired.
- 3. Place the same color of hard candies in small resealable plastic bags; crush candies. Sprinkle in center of each. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 2-3 minutes or until candies are set before carefully removing to wire racks.
- 4. In a small bowl, beat meringue powder and water until soft peaks form. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar. Decorate cookies with icing.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 86 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Jul 9, 2010
Can fruit roll-ups replace hard candies? Other than that question, I would leave recipe alone.
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QuickBooks user permissions
If you receive the error stating "Insufficient permission level to perform this action" when connecting to the Quick Shopping Cart® (QSC) Web Service through the Intuit® QuickBooks® Web Connector, there may be several issues that you can remedy yourself. Possible causes of this error are:
- While the QSC Web Service was updating Intuit QuickBooks, a user with insufficient privileges had the company file open.
- The QSC Web Service is configured to run as a user with insufficient privileges.
Note: The information presented here is based on Intuit QuickBooks 2007. If you have a different version, you may see different options. Consult your Intuit QuickBooks Help for information on how to perform equivalent actions in your version of Intuit QuickBooks.
Quick Shopping Cart and Quickbooks can only be integrated using Windows® PCs.
Diagnosing the Cause
Check that the QSC Web Service runs properly when the company file is not open.
- Ensure the unattended operation is enabled using the following steps:
- Log in to the QSC administration console and navigate to the Intuit QuickBooks Integration Page.
- Click the Edit Configuration task.
- Under Indicate Whether to Allow Unattended Operation, make sure Allow unattended operation is selected and that the company file listed is the one you want to update.
- On your desktop, make sure Intuit QuickBooks is not open.
- Run the QSC Web Service.
- On your desktop, open the Intuit QuickBooks Web Connector.
- Make sure Quick Shopping Cart Web Service is selected, and click Update Selected.
Cause A
If the update completes without returning an Insufficient Permissions error, then the company file may have been open by someone without sufficient privileges when you previously received the error.
To resolve this cause, first, ensure that the underprivileged user does not have the company file open when the Web Service is running. Second, modify that user's privileges so they are sufficient for the Web Service to complete successfully. The QSC Web Service must be able to access the Chart of Accounts, add, modify, and delete accounts and account items, and enter Sales Receipts. If a user has the company file open when the QSC Web Service runs, they must also have the ability to perform all of those actions. For details on how to change a user's privileges, see "Changing a User's Privileges" below.
Cause B
If the update still returns the Insufficient Permissions error, then the QSC Web Service may be configured to run as a user with insufficient privileges.
This cause has two solutions: change the user that the QSC Web Service is configured to run as, or change the privileges of the user currently selected.
To Change the User the QSC Web Service is Configured to Run As
- Log in to the company file as a user with administrative privileges. By default, this user is named "Admin."
- From the Edit menu, select Preferences.
- Select Integrated Applications.
- Go to the Company Preferences tab.
- Verify that the Don't allow any applications to access this company file option is NOT selected.
- Verify that Exchange data with Web Service and Quick Shopping Cart Web Service are selected.
- Select Quick Shopping Cart Web Service, and then click Properties.
- Verify that Allow this application to read and modify the company file is selected.
- Verify that Allow this application to login automatically is selected, and that the user selected has sufficient privileges (by default, the "Admin" user has sufficient privileges).
Now, run the QSC Web Service again by clicking Update Selected in the Web Connector. If you'd rather change the existing selected user's permissions, see "Changing a User's Privileges".
To Change a User's Privileges
- Log in to the company file as a user with administrative privileges. By default, this user is named "Admin."
- From the Company menu, click Set Up Users.
- Select the user whose privileges you want to change, and click Edit User
- Follow the set up wizard.
- On the Access for user page, click Selected areas of Intuit QuickBooks to manually adjust the access privileges for each area of Intuit QuickBooks for this user.


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DreamWorks is coming out with a new movie in March of 2010 called "How to Train Your Dragon". Now as you know I am a big dragon lover and when I heard that this movie was coming out, I just had to do a lesson on one of the dragons from the flick. So, having said that, let me say that you will learn "how to draw Toothless". Night Fury's given name is Toothless, and he is the black colored dragon in the movie and from the description on the official website, Night Fury is the rarest, and smartest dragon species. His dark colored hyde really stands out against it's yellow colored eyes. Although this beast is supposed to be a dragon, he has the face of an imp or something like that. I think the wings, and tail is a wicked cool design for this character. In the movie Night Fury has the largest wing to body ratio out of all the dragons in existence making him the fastest, highest and longest flying dragon. Toothless is accompanied by Hiccup, a young Viking teenager that is what you call the "black sheep" of his tribe. Hiccup goes on a journey of his lifetime, and experiences a world through the eyes of a dragon. The story seems really interesting and it's actually based on the book written by "Cressida Cowell". As soon as the movie is released, I will be the first in line to watch it. I know it's going to be good because it's by the same studio that made Shrek, Madagascar, and King Fu Panda. I know for a fact that you will all enjoy this lesson on "how to draw Toothless, step by step". How to Train Your Dragon is bound to be a big hit, and when it becomes popular, you will already have taught yourself the skill to drawing the dragons from the movie. Peace out gang, and have a happy day!
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NBC, Fox unveil fall slates
The network upfronts begin in New York today and NBC and Fox have already made their announcements. NBC is ripping up its schedule, particularly Thursday nights, and taking some chances. Fox is offering a return of "24" as a 12-hour miniseries next May.
A few highlights for each:
NBC will let "Parks & Rec" lead off Thursday night, which includes a ">Michael J. Fox comedy. We'll have to wait until midseason for the eagerly anticipated TV adaptation of "About a Boy" as well as "Believe"(from J.J. Abrams), "Crisis" and the John Malkovich pirate drama "Crossbones." Retro drama "Ironsides" (a remake of the Raymond Burr series with Blair Underwood) and a "Dracula" starring Jonathan Rhys Meyers suggest the network is raiding the vintage vaults.
Among the missing are "Hannibal" and "Community," which will presumably wait for a cancellation to find a spot on the schedule.
Fox has J.J. Abrams' futuristic cop drama, "Almost Human," Andy Samburg in a cop drama with Andre Braugher (!), and an intriguing, partly humorous Ichabod Crane adaptation called "Sleepy Hollow" (see the trailer here.)
Greg Kinnear has his network series debut at midseason in Peter Tolan's "Rake." An adaptation of the Brit hit "Adam and Stacey" is due at midseason with Alexis Bledel and Jason Ritter.


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|Cruise control
|One-touch windows
|Reading lights
|front, rear
|Power steering
|Cargo area light
|Retained accessory power
|Power windows
|lockout button
|Courtesy lights
|Steering wheel mounted controls
|audio, cruise control, phone, multi-function, navigation, paddle shifter, voice control
|Multi-function remote
|vehicle and key memory, proximity entry system, trunk release
|Push-button start
|Vanity mirrors
|dual illuminating
|Power outlet(s)
|12V front
|Assist handle
|rear, front
|Center console
|front console with armrest and storage
|Rearview mirror
|Easy entry
|power driver seat
|Universal remote transmitter
|Homelink - garage door opener
|in dash, front seatback, door pockets
|Ambient lighting
|Capless fuel filler system
Comfort Features
|Floor mat material
|Dash trim
|alloy, wood
|Shift knob trim
|Center console trim
|alloy, wood
|rear center folding with pass-thru, rear center with cupholders
|Steering wheel trim
|Door trim
|Interior accents
|Floor mats
|rear, front
|Floor material
|Moonroof / Sunroof
|tilt/slide, one-touch open/close, anti-trapping, remotely operated, power glass, sliding sunshade
|Daytime running lights
|LED, LED rear center
|auto high beam dimmer, LED, wiper activated, auto delay off, auto on/off
Tires and Rims
|aluminum alloy
|Tire type
|all season
|Tire Pressure Monitoring System
|Spare tire kit
|tire sealant, inflator kit
|Window defogger
|Front wipers
|variable intermittent, rain sensing
|Power windows
|safety reverse, remotely operated
|Laminated glass
Exterior Features
|Front bumper color
|Mirror color
|Door handle color
|Grille color
|chrome surround, black
|Rear bumper color
|Window trim
|Camera system
|rear multi-view
|Rearview monitor
|in dash
|Cross traffic alert
|Autonomous braking
|Pre-collision warning system
|audible warning, visual warning
|Lane keeping assist
|Child safety door locks
|Child seat anchors
|LATCH system
|Body side reinforcements
|side impact door beams
|Emergency interior trunk release
|Blind spot safety
|Lane deviation sensors
|Crumple zones
|front, rear
|Airbag deactivation
|occupant sensing passenger
|Side airbags
|Knee airbags
|Front airbags
|Side curtain airbags
|front, rear
|Side-curtain airbag rollover sensor
|Power door locks
|anti-lockout, auto-locking
|Anti-theft system
|engine immobilizer, alarm with remote
|2-stage unlocking doors
|Side mirrors
|integrated turn signals, heated
|Side mirror adjustments
|power, manual folding, reverse gear tilt
Audio System
|voice operated, touch screen display, AM/FM, HD radio
|Auxiliary audio input
|Bluetooth, jack, USB, iPod/iPhone
|Internet radio app
|Pandora, AHA
|Surround sound
|Antenna type
|diversity, element, mast
|In-Dash CD
|single disc, MP3 Playback
|Total speakers
|Radio data system
|Speed sensitive volume control
|Premium brand
|Satellite radio
|Electronic messaging assistance
|with read function, voice operated
|Satellite communications
|voice guided directions
|Smart device app function
|vehicle location, maintenance status, lock operation
|Driver assistance app
|roadside assistance
|Wireless data link
|voice operated
|Navigation system
|touch screen display, voice operated
|Real time traffic
In Car Entertainment
|Connected in-car apps
|Google POIs, weather, sports, stocks, Google search
|Apple CarPlay ready, Android Auto ready, AcuraLink
|Infotainment screen size
|7 in. and 8 in. (dual)
|Instrument cluster screen size
|4.2 in.
|Trip computer
|Digital odometer
|External temperature display
|Multi-function display
|Fuel economy display
|MPG, range
|Warnings and reminders
|low oil level, low fuel level, maintenance due, tire fill alert
|Trip odometer
|Drive mode selector
|Axle ratio
|Rear brake type
|Rear brake diameter
|Front brake diameter
|Front brake type
|ventilated disc
|Braking assist
|Electronic brakeforce distribution
|Power brakes
|Electronic parking brake
|auto off
|Cornering brake control
|Front suspension classification
|Rear suspension classification
|Front struts
|Rear suspension type
|Rear spring type
|Front spring type
|Front suspension type
|lower control arms
|4-Wheel steering
|Rear stabilizer bar
|diameter 25 mm
|Rear shock type
|Front shock type
|Front stabilizer bar
|diameter 26 mm
|Rear struts
Stability and Traction
|Stability control
|Traction control
|Hill holder control
|Battery saver
|Driver seat power adjustments
|height, 10, lumbar, reclining
|Passenger seat
|Driver seat
|Rear headrests
|3, adjustable
|Rear seat folding
|Front headrests
|2, adjustable
|Passenger seat power adjustments
|4, reclining
|Rear seat type
|60-40 split bench
|Upholstery accents
|Front seat type
|sport bucket
|Seatbelt pretensioners
|Seatbelt force limiters
|Emergency locking retractors
|rear, front
|Seatbelt warning sensor
|Rear seatbelts
|Front seatbelts
|Turns lock-to-lock
|Steering ratio
Drive Type
|Drive Type
|Standard Seating
|Max Seating
|Head Room (front)
|37.2 in
|Head Room (rear)
|36.7 in
|Hip Room (front)
|55.3 in
|Hip Room (rear)
|54.9 in
|Shoulder Room (front)
|57.5 in
|Shoulder Room (rear)
|55.4 in
|Leg Room (front)
|42.6 in
|Leg Room (rear)
|34.5 in
|Seating Rows
Measurements of Size & Shape
|190.7 in
|73 in
|57 in
|109.3 in
|Ground Clearance
|5.8 in
|Track Width (front)
|62.8 in
|Track Width (rear)
|63.1 in
Measurements of Weight
|Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
|4497 lbs
|Gross Vehicle Weight Range
|4001-5000 lbs
|Curb Weight
|3508 lbs
Truck Specifications
|Max Payload
|989 lbs
Interior Dimensions
|Cargo Volume
|14.3 cu ft
|Passenger Volume
|93.3 cu ft
Performance Specifications
|Turning Circle
|39.2 ft
Fuel Tanks
|Fuel Capacity
|17.2 Gallons
Wheels and Tires
|Front Tire Type
|Front Wheel Diameter
|17.0 x 7.5 in
|Rear Tire Type
|Rear Wheel Diameter
|17.0 x 7.5 in
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" We had a bad experienced when I took my civic for service 2 years ago in yhe same location..but this month we met Kelsey one of the sales person, she was nice and very respectful and very patient..we went to other honda dealership there, and none of them can beat or match their prices, we bought bought a 2020 accord sport, and 2020 pot ,,s they got the best deal in town..thankls Kelsey "
" Outstanding experience across the board! Cody and Kim were extremely professional and knowledgeable in the acquisition of our beautiful 2020 Honda CR-V. One of our "best" car buying experiences. We would definitely highly recommend the Dealership to our family, friends and associates. In gratitude always, AMB "
" Roman is the man there , definitely the greatest experience any guy could have buying his first car. Thanks to them for making it so easy "
" Had a good experience and purchased a new CRV at a responsible price "
" Purchased a new CR-V from Pohanka. Was my second purchase from them. Kim A. was real easy to work with and made the process transparent. With her diligence, I felt like we got a very competitive deal on the CR-V. Ray C. "
" Great experience. Liz King was so helpful, kind, and patient with us throughout the entire process. Go see Liz! "
" I have lost count of how many vehicles I have purchased from Perlita and Judaea. The experience was just as good this time with my Pilot and Accord. Perlita made sure that I got exactly what I was looking for and Judaea made sure that I got the best price possible. Jay did a great job in the finance office to keep everything fun and still get things done quick. I feel like after all this time, Perlita and Judaea are part of the family. Thanks Aunt P and Judaea for taking great care of me again! "
" Kelsey Terral in sales did an excellent job, I highly recommend her for a quick and easy vehicle buying experience! "
" My husband and I went looking for a lease on a civic. It was such a quick and easy process! Cecilia was so helpful and gave us a great deal. We did not ever feel pressured or dropped with any fees last minute like we have in the past at other dealerships. We will definitely be getting our next new car here as well! "
" They are always amazing every time I go. So nice and they really care. "
" Charles was great to deal with on our new 2020 Honda Civic "
" Charles absolutely worked his butt off to get us one heck of a deal! Love this place, great prices and great people! "
" Prior to buying a here I had a bad experience so when I came here on recommendation from someone I was sceptical but when I tell u everyone in this place was nice hardworking an so accommodating that my experience was amazing. DONALD is awesome. He was so friendly an kind. He was funny as well. Every car I buy just because the experience was so good will come from pohanka an I'm looking for Donald when the time comes. IT WAS JUST THAT GOOD. I LUV MY CAR . I can't say enough to justify how happy I am an the great deal I got as well. Thank you everyone that helped me "
" I recently bought a 2020 Honda Accord Sport. My sales consultant was Victoria. My last purchase of a vehicle was 11 years ago and she made the experience of my purchase so much more easier than I expected. Her knowledge of Honda's were spot on particularly since this was my first purchase of a Honda. She was pleasant to work with and made sure along with the rest of the Honda team I got the exact model I wanted. Also, their business manager Alexander made the finance part a breeze and less stressful than I anticipated. He explains everything and makes the process easy to understand without being pushy like some dealerships can make you feel. "
" Purchased a new Honda CR-V from salesman Jim C. He was excellent and deal good as well as new car services. Thank you. "
" I had for the 1st time,an actual pleasant car buying experience. Nigel was our salesman and he was great. You know how some sales people dont listen and seem to only be trying to get you in any car to make a sale? Well Nigel was none of that. He listened to me when I was not feeling excited about the car I initially came there to test drive and possibly purchase. It didn't have the bells and whistles I was looking for. He didn't miss a beat on my concerns and went to find something that had everything I wanted. My husband and I are so pleased with our Honda pilot that we purchased and more pleased with how we were treated by Nigel and Jaymond in finance. They did everything for us to make a good deal and put us in the vehicle that really fit us. "
" I purchased my Honda Pilot from this dealership and go here for all service requirements for it. This particular visit was for my annual inspection sticker. I went online and scheduled a service appointment for 7:30am on a Sunday. Appointments are not required but I made one anyway. I arrived right at 7:30am and pulled up to the service lane by the service department. I was met immediately by a service representative who took me inside to check me in. Check-in was quick and easy. I informed the service representative that I intended to wait at the dealership so he showed me to the waiting area. Now, keep in mind, this is a car dealership not a 5 star hotel. However, I found the waiting area to be much better than expected. The seating area is open and spacious with a television. It is well-lit and clean. Restrooms were right in the same area and very clean. There is a separate glassed-in room with access to computers and another separate space for kids if you have them with you. The waiting area chairs are comfortable as well. There is a complementary beverage station which includes a wide selection of hot and cold beverages to choose from. Waiting in an auto-service department is not one of my favorite pastimes but this waiting area was better than most others I've been to in a very long time. As a bonus, there is no charge for inspection stickers if you bought your vehicle from that dealership. I was in and out in about 30 minutes. Vehicle was cleaned as well. Service representatives are friendly, knowledgeable and always willing to help. I'd recommend this service department without hesitation. "
" Three Honda's. I bought three Honda's in the last year and from the same sales person. Viviana is a charm. She made the process painless and was able to accomodate my needs with a smile and a great attitude. If I needed another Honda I would probably look her up again. No wonder she made rookie of the year at Pohanka. Thanks Viviana and I look forward to the next Honda. Guillermo Torres Jr. "
" Robert Bunting did a great job helping me choose and purchase my car! He was friendly and knowledgeable and did not pressure me at all. "
" Absolutely fantastic, we were having break issues on the way to NC from Canada and checked with them if they could fix it. We were received with an awesome valet service, everything was taken care of and clearly explained and the place is like a big lounge for clients with complementary freshly ground Starbucks coffee and tea. Try the massage chairs to break the wait, its awesome! We were on our way in about 2 hours, same day service with 20 clients before us, they sure are passionate about service. "
" There customer service is great but they had me waiting for 5 hours. Honestly they are only getting 3 stars because of there customer service. I just didn't understand why they took so long when all I had done was a transmission flush and an alignment. What bothered me as well was the representative told me about 3 hours in they had to do over the realignment and would have me out shortly. I never ever post any reviews on anything that is how upset I was. At least jiffy lube tells you how long they will be. "
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" If anyone is in the market for a new or used CRV. Please save yourself time and stop here! We have looked at cars at multiple other dealerships and this one was the best experience we have had buying a car. No pressure and no gimmicks with numbers! Go see Viviana she was the best person to work with! Thanks again "
" Service department is fair, honest and delivers on time. Waiting area is comfortable or they have a courtesy shuttle "
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" Top notch service!! "
" If anyone is in the market for a Honda this is the place to go! Viviana is the salesperson you want to go see! You will walk out with a deal and not have all the back and forth time wasting that typically goes on!! "
" In the market for a CR-V went to Pohanka Honda of Fredericksburg and met with Viviana. The trade of my vehicle and the purchase of the 2019 CR-V was the easiest purchase that we ever had. We have been to a couple other dealerships they all seemed like they were not completely honest with the numbers. Pohanka of Fredericksburg won our business and loyalty. Thanks for the help of the new purchase Viviana. If anyone is looking for a Honda please save yourself some time and go here!! Also have to say Kelly in finance was extremely helpful as well and did not try to push extras and add ons during the final paperwork. Thanks everyone "
" Great service! Very quick. Expensive. "
" Charles one of the Dealers, was awesome and he picked out a brand new car for me!!! I needed it and we was able to work out a plan and I drove out the dealership with a new 2019 Honda CR-V "
" I would absolutely recommend Liz King as sales woman to anyone! She truly cares for her clients and invests her own time and energy into helping them, even in her off hours she made herself available. It had been several years since I had to purchase a new vehicle. (Due to Hondas being so reliable) And boy have things changed. She explains every part of the process as she moves along and knew the answer to every single question we threw at her about the new CR-V. Its like she has been selling for years. I seriously could not have asked for a better sales lady. Thank you Liz. "
" I was in a car accident at the beginning of the year & my car was totaled. After having a bag experience at another dealership, a friend recommended Pohanka. They gave me the best experience I've ever had at a dealership. Their focus was on my happiness & not pressing the sale. Mr. Tim Willis & Mr. Raymond Thomas really took care of me & I thank God for leading me their way. Thanks Gentlemen! "
" Corey was very helpful and pleasant to deal with in my search for a vehicle! "
" I recently took my Subaru in for high mileage service and ended up catching quite a few issues that could have turned catastrophic if I'd waited much longer. Between the service advisor, Mr. Anthony Craig, and the technician who actually ended up saving my car, Mr. Tailor McCrary, the entire experience was great, with a quick turn around given the problems. These gentlemen kept me informed through out the whole process, showed and walked me through the issues, and demonstrated an overall level of professionalism, tact, and skill uncommon in my experience with other dealerships. "
" Buying a new car can be stressful. But Emily (sales consultant) and Kelly (finance manager) made the experience a pleasure. Both were professional, knowledgeable and patient. Before coming to Pohanka, we had a unsatisfactory visit to another dealership. Emily was a breath a fresh air. It was worth the hour drive. "
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We make every effort to provide accurate information but please verify options and price with management before purchasing. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. All financing is subject to approved credit. Dealer installed options are additional. Stock photo colors, options and trim levels may vary. Not responsible for typographical errors. Published price subject to change without notice to correct errors and omissions or in the event of inventory fluctuations. Vehicles may be in transit to dealer. Vehicle photos may not match exact vehicle. Please call to confirm availability status. All prices exclude taxes, title, license, and dealer processing fee of $799.00.
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Check out this long appreciation of Townes Van Zant by Aretha Sills in the Los Angeles Review of Books:
TVZ: There's so many good young people and old people, I can't listen to it all. I end up listening to Muddy Waters and Mozart, Muddy Waters and Mozart. Hank Williams every so often, and Lightnin' Hopkins. I mean, I listen quite a bit, but mostly I'm playing. Traveling and playing. And when I'm in a car, somebody gives you a tape, you listen to it. That's one of the best places, but eventually it comes down to the hum of the wheels.
TVZ: But this land is covered with brilliant young and old musicians. What it takes is perseverance, and you have to be lazy. You have to be too lazy to work. When you start, at least, it helps not to have a family, because I started before I had a family. Young men come up to me and say, 'I'd really like to do what you, how shall I go about it?' I say, well you get a guitar or a piano (I prefer a guitar because it's a lot easier to carry than a piano), then you've got to blow off security, money, your family, your loved ones, your home, blow it all off and stay with your guitar somewhere under a bridge and learn how to play it. That's how it goes. That's what I did. And that discourages a lot of them, 'cause some of them are like, 'I have two kids and I work in a gas station. I'm going to save my money and go to Nashville for a week.' But that ain't it. And girls, young ladies, occasionally ask me. I say, well first off, you've got to cut all your fingernails on your left hand off. And that stops most of them. But it ain't easy. I mean, it's not hard; it ain't easy. It's killing me, I know that. Something's killing everybody. Just sometimes I get so tired that I can't even sleep.
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Issues for a Global Human Development Agenda is a new paper from the Human Development Report Office at UNDP. Building on a wealth of Post-2015 reflections and analysis, the paper discusses some of the key issues that need to be tackled in making the development agenda Human Development-focused. We argue that looking at progress through a human development lens could contribute to a coherent framework that many hope will underpin the next set of development goals.
The world of 2013 is different from that of 2000 and the next set of development goals needs to reflect this. Our planet is more global - more interconnected - than ever before. What happens in one country affects others. Major crises – food, financial and climate – blight the lives of billions. Issues that were a concern in 2000 have risen in urgency. And the development landscape has changed too: nations that are home to almost three-quarters of the world's poor are now classified as middle income countries. Just some of the changes we need to keep in mind when we consider the next global development agenda.
But do we even need a new set of goals? What could they achieve? At the risk of stating the blindingly obvious, we use goals because we hope they can help achieve global sustainable human development. We may all hold different views about what sustainable or development means in practice, let alone how to achieve it, but - as a lowest common development denominator - few in the world would argue against the basic sentiment. Therefore, goals are useful if they can help achieve this.
And a set of development goals can contribute in several ways – from focusing attention to mobilizing resources to making governments more accountable. But it is important to remember that one of the distinguishing features of the MDGs is that they are a set of goals… not a collection of disparate targets. In the paper we argue that by focusing on the whole, rather than the sum of its parts, setting goals could be instrumental in promoting a more holistic view of development. One that encourages whole-of-government and multi-sectoral thinking. One that lays out the linkages between the different areas. So let's not try to construct a set of goals one target at a time. Let's build a coherent set instead. Thankfully the Human Development approach can help with this.
At the same time, and as debate continues about whether the goals should be universal or targeted, there are a number of issues that just about every country is grappling with. Issues that must surely have a place in the next set of development goals.
- How can development be sustained within the planet's boundaries?
- How can poverty—in all its dimensions—be reduced for this and future generations?
- How can decent employment be provided for all?
- And how can inequity, within and among nations, be reduced?
We believe the HD approach can help not just with goal setting, but can also help government and societies design the policies needed to address these challenges. The HD approach can help ensure that development challenges are tackled in a way that recognizes their complexity. And these problems are nothing if not complex. The approach can also promote a coherent set of economic, social and environmental solutions that complement, rather than contradict, one another.
Development goals and indicators must be chosen to ensure that the root causes of development challenges are addressed, not just their symptoms. The smartest indicators will provide national policy-makers with support and focus, without dictating the specific actions they need to take: local problems often require local solutions.
Our paper touches on other issues too, ranging from the importance of new global governance arrangements to the different roles (and types) of goals and targets. You can read the whole thing here.
We welcome your comments.
The HDialogue blog is a platform for debate and discussion. Posts reflect the views of respective authors in their individual capacities and not the views of UNDP/HDRO.


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In the summer of 1948, LIFE photographer Allan Grant set out on a trip from Omaha, Neb., toward Salt Lake City, Utah, traveling west through Nebraska and Wyoming along one of the most storied stretches in America: Route 30, part of the early transcontinental Lincoln Highway.
For reasons lost to time, none of Grant's marvelous photos from that epic post-war road trip were ever published in LIFE. Here, as summer approaches and the urge to hit the highways -- and the byways, and the back roads -- begins to take hold, LIFE offers a whole series of Grant's pictures from Nebraska and Wyoming made seven long decades ago, in tribute to the innate human desire to get up and go.
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Koch Nitrogen Company, LLC is moving forward with plans to build a new urea plant at its Enid, Okla., facility. In addition, the company is revamping existing production processes at the facility. Combined, the investments are estimated at $1 billion and are expected to increase fertilizer production at the facility by more than 1 million tons per year. The improvements to existing processes will be implemented in stages from 2014-2016. Construction on the new plant, which will include additional storage and enhanced loading facilities, is expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2014. The plant is projected to be operational in 2016.
"The investment we are making through Koch Nitrogen underscores our confidence in the future of our overall fertilizer business and our commitment to customers for the long-term, said David Robertson, president and chief operating officer of Koch Industries, Inc. "In addition to the significant increase in capacity, this investment will serve to improve our operational efficiency and competitive position in North America.
"We are pleased Koch Industries is once again expanding its presence with a new investment in Oklahoma, said Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin, "Koch is well acquainted with our favorable business climate, with three separate companies already operating in the state, employing nearly 1,800 Oklahomans and generating more than $146 million in annual compensation and benefits for our economy. This substantial investment in Enid by Koch Nitrogen to build a new ultra-modern fertilizer production plant is further proof that our commitment to keeping business taxes low and regulations reasonable is paying dividends in the form of quality jobs for our state.
Governor Fallin also congratulated officials with the city of Enid and Garfield Country and referred to the plans as a model of public and private cooperation.
"We are thrilled with Koch Nitrogen's investment plans, said Eric Benson, Enid City Manager. "They are an excellent corporate citizen and outstanding community partner. They have worked closely with us to address the pressing needs of our community, including recent efforts to find a solution for our community's water situation. Koch's expanded presence in Enid will resonate positively throughout our economy for a long time.
Koch Nitrogen has selected the following companies for the project:
• Black &; Veatch, a global engineering, consulting and construction company, will provide project planning, engineering and procurement services.
• KBR, a global engineering, construction and services company, will provide urea engineering and procurement services.
• Stamicarbon, the global market leader in licensing of urea technology and services, will provide urea synthesis and granulation technology.
"As crop production increases throughout North America, we are seeing an increasing demand for fertilizer from our customers, said Steve Packebush, president of Koch Fertilizer, LLC. "With this additional production, we'll be in a much better position to meet that demand. We look forward to breaking ground on this project, while continuing to evaluate enhancements at our four other North American facilities.
Economic Impact
The positive economic impact to the city of Enid and surrounding communities over the next three years will be substantial. During the 18-24 months of construction, 500 to 800 new construction jobs are projected to be created. In addition, a total of 20-30 permanent employees will ultimately be added to support the new plant.
Enid Facility
The Koch Nitrogen facility in Enid is one of the largest fertilizer production plants in North America, producing ammonia, UAN (liquid fertilizer) and granular urea. It was built in 1974 and purchased by Koch Nitrogen in 2003. The site employs 143 people in the fields of engineering, operations and maintenance with annual compensation and benefits totaling nearly $14 million. In the last five years, Koch Nitrogen has invested more than $100 million into the Enid facility, including the construction of a 10,000-square-foot control facility in 2011, which improved operational reliability and overall plant efficiency.
Operations Excellence
At the facility in Enid and at all Koch Nitrogen facilities, employees are committed to a safe work environment and strive to manage operations in a manner that protects the health and safety of employees, customers, contractors, the public and the environment. The fertilizer industry is highly regulated and Koch works with numerous federal, state and local regulatory agencies to attain compliance with all laws and regulations at all times. At the federal level, those agencies include the U.S. Occupational Safety &; Health Administration, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of Transportation. At the state level, Koch works with the departments responsible for environmental quality and natural resources as well as the Department of Agriculture. Koch also meets periodically with Local Emergency Planning Committees to discuss hazardous materials safety and appropriate responses to emergency events.


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A barbecue restaurant in Dallas is opening the door for new business and development. Babb Brothers BBQ and Blues sits at the base of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in West Dallas and is part of a major revitalization project called Trinity Groves.
The restaurant's owner, Mike Babbs, said his food is bringing soul to West Dallas.
"It's awesome. It's something we've been waiting for," Babbs said.
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His restaurant is the first place to open in Trinity Groves, an entertainment, restaurant and retail district located on the west side of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge.
"We are the face. We are the first ones open. We are expected to do well out of the gate so people will come down to this area," Babbs said.
Though Saturday night was full of celebration, the Trinity Groves project was originally met with opposition. Residents were concerned that development would invade their neighborhood. The Dallas City Council approved a deal that pleased neighbors and developers. Mayor Mike Rawlings was among Saturday's crowd ushering in a new era.
"When I first saw the plan for West Dallas, I was excited and had a sense of urgency to get it done. So, the day has finally come where you can get right over the bridge and eat some great barbecue. It's an exciting time," Rawlins said.


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Abraham Gotthelf Kästner
Born: 27 September 1719 in Leipzig, Germany
Died: 20 June 1800 in Göttingen, Germany
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Abraham Gotthelf Kästner's father was a university professor of jurisprudence. He hoped that his son would follow in his footsteps and Kästner started out on a university course with the intention of studying the philosophy of law, but he soon found other topics more to his liking and began to concentrate more on philosophy, physics and mathematics.
Kästner wrote his habilitation thesis at the University of Leipzig, and was awarded the qualification which allowed him to teach there in 1739. He taught at the University of Leipzig as a Privatdozent until 1746 when he was appointed as an extraordinary professor. Ten years later, in 1756, he was appointed as professor of mathematics and physics at Göttingen where he succeeded to Segner's chair. He was an excellent expositor of mathematics although it is reported that Gauss did not bother to go to his lectures as he found them too elementary. However he did influence Gauss, in particular with his interest in Euclid's parallel postulate.
The paper [5] examines the contribution of Kästner who Sinaceur describes as an important German mathematician of the mid- and late 18th century. Kästner is not famed for original research but rather he was involved in compiling encyclopedias and in writing textbooks. He was concerned with philosophical questions in mathematics and other areas such as logic. However Kästner was quite unenthusiastic about logic, but this is not surprising for a mathematician of this period who was interested in geometry. Despite this he was interested in the philosophy of mathematics and he wrote widely, in long volumes, about the applications of mathematics to optics, dynamics and astronomy.
Perhaps his two most famous works, both in four volumes, were Mathematische Anfangsgründe Ⓣ and Geschichte der Mathematik Ⓣ (1796-1800). This latter work was intended to form the basis for a history of mathematics. For example Volume 2, published in 1787, is considered one of the standard sources on the history of mathematical optics.
Perhaps the most important feature of Kästner's contributions was his interest in the parallel postulate which indirectly influenced Bolyai and Lobachevsky too. Kästner taught Bolyai's father and J M C Bartels, one of Kästner's students, taught Lobachevsky. Folta writes in [3] about Kästner's work on geometry:-
Kästner [is] among the mathematicians of the 18th century whose broad interests compelled [him] to concern [himself] with the principal problems of geometry. [His] results included new features that more precisely formulated the traditional interpretation of elementary geometry. In fact, [he] began the conscious attempt to make a precise axiomatisation of the fundamental concepts. Kästner, in spite of his rather great inclination for Euclid's Elements, based his version of the axiomatics of geometry in his Kompendium on other principles (e.g., on motions) and attempted both to seize on other fundamental properties (continuity, ordering) and to determine the selection of the parallel axiom as a foundation.The article [1] gives us a few more details of Kästner's life, which is described in detail in [2] which is an autobiography. Goe writes in [1]:-
Kästner is also known in German literature, notably for his epigrams. He was a devout Lutheran. Kästner married twice and had a daughter by his second wife.
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Two-year pilot program, sponsored by Humana with nonprofit Microclinic International, shows nearly all participants in Bell County, Ky., have improved health
LOUISVILLE, Ky.–(BUSINESS WIRE, 11 December 2012)–Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), a leading health and well-being company, and Microclinic International today announced the positive impact "Team Up 4 Health" is making in Bell County, Ky. The two-year pilot program – the first of its kind in the United States – is curbing preventable chronic diseases by helping people eat better, get more exercise and encourage one another to make healthier choices.
"The results are showing that Team Up 4 Health is improving people's health and catalyzing health improvements in their social networks, as suggested by the randomized controlled trial that MCI is implementing in Bell County."
At the end of the program's first year, 97 percent of the Bell County residents who completed the program have realized at least one health improvement in the following areas: reduced body mass index, sustained weight loss, decreased symptoms of diabetes and reduced blood pressure.
"I've learned that it's about making small healthy choices every day," said Willene Black, one of 265 Bell County Team Up 4 Health participants. "I'm doing this program to spend more years with my grandchildren. What's more, I've been able to take this to my family and friends, and when they see changes, they become more motivated as well."
Team Up 4 Health – launched in Bell County, Ky., in July 2011 – was developed through the microclinic program created and directed by Microclinic International; the unique health and wellness approach relies on larger community activities and microclinics. A microclinic is a group of two to six people who share access to education, technology and social support as they work together to achieve lifestyle behavior changes that prevent and manage chronic conditions. For example, participants get fitness and nutrition counseling in their microclinics, participate in healthy cooking demonstrations, and visit grocery stores with nutritionists.
Team Up 4 Health partners with the Bell County Health Department to manage the day-to-day program.
Like many areas throughout the U.S., Kentucky has seen an increase in the number of people affected by preventable diseases such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension and stroke. In fact, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Kentucky's rate of obesity has climbed to 31 percent, five percent above the U.S. average.
"It's well documented by the CDC that 70 percent of all health care expenses go toward treating preventable diseases in this country," said Mike McCallister, Humana's Chairman and CEO. "As a company committed to helping people achieve lifelong well-being, we understand the value of trying a new approach to preventing disease, not just treating it. We chose Bell County because we identified it as a high-need area, the community was open to the idea of change, and we wanted to help people here in Humana's home state of Kentucky."
Dr. Eric Ding, Director of Epidemiology at Microclinic International and a faculty member at the Harvard School of Public Health, said the results show progress.
"I have witnessed first-hand the changes taking place in Bell County," Ding said. "The results are showing that Team Up 4 Health is improving people's health and catalyzing health improvements in their social networks, as suggested by the randomized controlled trial that MCI is implementing in Bell County."
Team Up 4 Health participants are making lifestyle changes and seeing the impacti:
Participants are Losing Weight: Program participants lost six and a half pounds on average, compared with almost two pounds for control group members.ii
Positive Changes to Eating Habits: By the end of the program's first year, 82 percent of program participants had reduced their intake of full-fat dairy, and more than half reported consuming more nuts and legumes.iii
Increasing Physical Activity: Program participants are not only eating better, but they are moving more. The report from completion of the first year of the program shows participants were five times more likely to increase swimming activities and six times more likely to increase aerobic activity as compared to control group members. Program participants were also 18 percent more likely to increase the frequency of their vigorous activities.
Stronger Well-Being: The results are paying off not just in physical health, but in total well-being for participants. Overall, 84 percent of program participants improved their confidence in some manner.
In addition to individuals influencing one another to make small, healthy changes like reading nutrition labels, buying whole wheat versus white flour products and exercising regularly, the program works with the Bell County Health Department to create a positive circle of influence and collaboration within the broader community.
"I've been a lifetime Bell County resident and in my role with the Team Up 4 Health program, I've seen hundreds of lives change in positive ways. One of our local restaurants changed its menu to offer healthier choices with fresh local ingredients," said Leigh Ann Baker, Program Manager at the Bell County Health Department. "In Bell County we recognize the need to change and are excited to make healthier choices. Ninety-eight percent of phase one graduates said they would recommend the program, and we've seen them take home what they have learned to their family and friends, continuing to spread the message of small healthy behavior steps."
Since the program's inception, Bell County has begun its transformation to being a healthier place. It's now home to two "fitness parks," where community members can be seen regularly exercising together; this summer Bell County created its first community organic garden; and the community now features a new pavilion where families can gather for celebrations.
"This is the first time we've brought the microclinic model to the U.S., and we're thrilled to see its success," said Leila Makarechi, COO and EVP of Program Management, Microclinic International. "With Team Up 4 Health, participants are able to make tangible improvements to their health and the health of their friends and family, and we are also seeing rippling effects throughout the entire community. Healthy behaviors are becoming contagious as participants make small but powerful changes that improve their quality of life."
Twice as many participants have signed up for the second year of Team Up 4 Health in Bell County. The second year of the program started in September and will continue through June 2013. Team Up 4 Health is currently participating in a gold-standard randomized controlled trial that will be completed at the end of the two-year pilot with comprehensive results.
The Team Up 4 Health pilot focuses not just on impacting participants, but also making a difference throughout the community. Other founding partners of the Team Up 4 Health pilot program included Citizen Effect, a nonprofit dedicated to leveraging citizen-based approaches to sustaining community projects.
About Humana
Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, Ky., is a leading health care company that offers a wide range of insurance products and health and wellness services that incorporate an integrated approach to lifelong well-being. By leveraging the strengths of its core businesses, Humana believes it can better explore opportunities for existing and emerging adjacencies in health care that can further enhance wellness opportunities for the millions of people across the nation with whom the company has relationships.
More information regarding Humana is available to investors via the Investor Relations page of the company's web site at www.humana.com including copies of:
Annual reports to stockholders;
Securities and Exchange Commission filings;
Most recent investor conference presentations;
Quarterly earnings news releases;
Replays of most recent earnings release conference calls;
Calendar of events (including upcoming earnings conference call dates and times, as well as planned interaction with research analysts and institutional investors);
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About Microclinic International
Microclinic International (MCI) is a nonprofit organization seeking to revolutionize how deadly diseases are prevented and managed worldwide. Building on cutting-edge epidemiological evidence suggesting that healthy behaviors are transmittable across social networks, the microclinic strategy of "contagious health" leverages human relationships to address diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and HIV/AIDS. MCI has established microclinic programs in the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and North America. For more information, please visit www.microclinics.org.
i Please note that these results are preliminary and subject to change as additional data is collected during Phase 2 of the pilot program.
ii Team Up 4 Health data for adjusted means in weight calculated using generalized estimation equations and statistical modeling, adjusting for age, gender, and baseline health status.
iii Data for changes in eating habits, physical activity, and well-being were calculated as predicted probabilities using logistic regression.
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James D. Capozzi, MD, associate clinical professor of orthopedic surgery at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, answers your question about rheumatoid arthritis and your sex life.
Q: Is it normal for arthritis to cause sexual difficulties?
A: Yes. Because of stiffness and joint pain, some sexual positions and acts might aggravate joints and be uncomfortable. The degree to which arthritis affects a person's sex life varies from day to day, and from joint to joint.
Q: Can sex cause more damage to my spine or joints?
A: No. It's highly unlikely that sexual activity will cause any damage.
Q: What positions will be less likely to aggravate pain?
A: Comfortable sexual positions differ from patient to patient. Experiment to find a few that work for you. Your joints will let you know right away if a position is going to be comfortable or not.
In general, sexual positions that involve sitting are more painful for arthritic backs, but if you're on the bottom, you should have very little back discomfort. Turning your legs out—pointing your feet away from each other—is also generally more comfortable for stiff hips.
Q: Is there anything that can make sex easier and more pleasurable?
A: Try to have sex during the time of day when your joints are the most comfortable or loose, and when you feel most energetic. If walking helps limber you up, take a walk before sexual activity. Or, if you find it soothing, take a warm bath. Also, time your medicine with sexual activity. If you know you feel best an hour or two after taking your medicine, take it in the hour or two before having sex.
Q: Will the pain and stiffness of arthritis ever go away?
A: Arthritis symptoms tend to come and go. You might have a day, a week or even a few months that are relatively pain-free, followed by days of stiffness or soreness. The pain-free days may occur when the weather is mild or when you've been able to strictly follow your doctor's prescribed therapy plan. As arthritis progresses beyond the early stages, however, the pain can become more continuous.
Q: Could medications affect sex drive?
A: It depends on the specific medications you're taking. Some medicines can cause vaginal dryness, while narcotics, prescribed to manage pain, can leave you feeling tired or lacking in energy. On the other hand, many patients find that their medications actually increase their sex drive by alleviating stiffness, soreness and pain.
Q: Can increased joint or back pain after sex be managed?
A: Treat typical stiffness and pain that follows sex the same way you would treat discomfort after working in the yard or sitting in a car. Warm soaks, rest and the use of prescribed medicines are generally very helpful. If the pain is different from the pain you usually experience, talk to your doctor. You should never feel increased or excessive joint or back pain before, during or after sex.
Q: How can a person tell his or her partner that sex increases pain without making that person feel rejected?
A: Be open and honest. Express the level of pain you're in as well as your willingness to explore different, less painful positions. Most people are very concerned about their partners and their level of pain and discomfort. They usually want sex to be satisfying and enjoyable for both people and are willing to try positions that will not be painful. It's also important to remember that intimacy and sex don't always mean intercourse. If you're experiencing a flare, explore sexual activities that do not involve intercourse. Be patient with yourself and with your partner, and remember that sex is supposed to be fun, not stressful.


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Shogun 2 – Fall of the Samurai opens an easy door to RTS
Don't be left scrabbling to get on board the strategy bandwagon; jump on this "niche" genre now. Total War: Shogun 2 – Fall of the Samurai may be your best entry point.
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Shogun 2 "multiplayer is absolutely massive," modding out of the box "better than Empire," says dev
Total War: Shogun 2's senior community manager, Craig Laycock, has offered up some nice details on the game, especially pertaining to the game's multiplayer, map and modding possibilities.
Shogun 2 "not going out the door until the AI is perfect"
Developer Creative Assembly has received plenty of kudos for its Total War series. It's also received its fair share of flak in recent games for bugs and the quality – or lack thereof – of the game's AI. No longer, apparently.