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Vietnam on a plate: a trip of Vietnam's finest local meals
Travel for even a week in Vietnam and you'll soon understand how few of its gastronomic specialities are popular outside the country. Every region lays claim to unique edible thrills. Cooking classics such as northern pho, Tone royal banquet fare, and southern sizzling pancakes are simply a delicious sample of what's on offer.
In the north of Vietnam, the food is carefully lined up with China. Fewer spices are utilized than in southern and main Vietnam, but black pepper is very crucial.
In the temperate centre of the country and the tropical south, more fruits and vegetables are offered, and various spices are made use of in local kitchen areas. Southerners also utilize more sugar, even in savoury meals, and dining is quite a hands-on experience. Many meals include a mountainous plate of fresh herbs, which are wrapped with prepared meat and seafood in a crisp lettuce leaf, and after that dipped in flavour-packed sauces.
Meals of northern Vietnam Pho
Pronounced like 'fur' (but drop the 'r'), pho is known simply as beef noodle soup by the locals. But an aromatic serving of pho is really Vietnam in a bowl. This world-renowned meal is available across the nation, however it almost has cult status in Hanoi. A variety of garnishes is constantly on hand to customise the dish to the diner's personal taste. Lime juice, bean sprouts, or a dash of chilli or fish sauce can all be added, and in the south of Vietnam a tangle of fresh herbs is offered for additional flavour and structure. The traditional beef range is called pho bo, while chicken noodle soup is called pho ga. In Hanoi, seek out the smoky decades-old Pho Tin for a delicious bowlful.
Bánh cuon
Mon cuon (rice rolls) are eaten throughout Vietnam-- the most well-known are goi cuon (summertime rolls)-- but the Hanoi range of bánh cuon have their own special characteristics. In Hanoi, bánh cuon crammed with minced pork and earthy mushrooms are served at Banh Cuon Gia Truyen.
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Bun cha
Bun cha comprises grilled pork meatballs served on a bed of cold bun (rice vermicelli), dressed with fragrant herbs and a sweetly mild dipping sauce. The meat is always cut from a piece of well-marbled pork, and marinaded in sweet, hot, sour and salted flavours. In the street-food stalls of Hanoi, robust nem cua be (deep-fried crab spring rolls) are served as a hearty side dish. Get hold of an upstairs table at Bun Cha Nem Cua Be Dac Kim in Hanoi's Old Quarter to try it.
Bun rieu cua
Some cooks put bean curd and oc (big snails) in a meal called bun rieu cua oc. Green leaves, herbs and sliced up banana-tree stem are all popular additions at the easy sidewalk stalls of Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Meals of central Vietnam
One of the tastiest traditions of Emperor Tu Duc's reign in the royal city of Hue in central Vietnam is bánh, steamed rice cakes served with a drizzle of fish sauce. Whether eaten plain, dotted with chopped mushrooms, or packed with dried shrimp, these dainty bites make the ideal light breakfast or between-meal snack. The heat-loving individuals of central Vietnam commonly add a dollop of chilli sauce to additional perk up a shared plate of these fragile dishes. Hang Me Me in Color has a huge menu of different varieties of bánh.
Mi quang
Thick and chewy turmeric-yellow noodles are topped with shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, herbs and chopped peanuts, and moistened with simply a dash of rich broth making mi quang. Called for its native province of Quang Nam in central Vietnam, the meal includes rice crackers for collapsing and is completed in characteristically main Vietnamese style: with a dab of sweet-hot chilli jam. Excellent mi quang can be had
Com hen
Garnishes include rice crackers, pork crackling, peanuts, sesame seeds, fresh herbs and veggies. Bun hen is a similarly delicious variation making use of rice noodles.
Cao lau
The heritage of centuries of international trade appears in cao lau, the trademark noodle meal of the main Vietnamese town of Hoi An. Thick soba-like Japanese-style noodles are experienced with herbs, salad greens and bean sprouts, and served with pieces of roast pork. Attempt this really local dish on a street-food walking tour with Consume Hoi An.
Lime juice, bean sprouts, or a dash of chilli or fish sauce can all be included, and in the south of Vietnam a tangle of fresh herbs is readily available for extra flavour and structure. Mon cuon (rice rolls) are consumed across Vietnam-- the most popular are goi cuon (summer season rolls)-- but the Hanoi range of bánh cuon have their own unique attributes.
One of the tastiest legacies of Emperor Tu Duc's reign in the royal city of Color in main Vietnam is bánh, steamed rice cakes served with a drizzle of fish sauce. The heat-loving individuals of central Vietnam frequently put a dollop of chilli sauce to further perk up a shared plate of these delicate dishes. Called for its native province of Quang Nam in main Vietnam, the dish comes with rice crackers for crumbling and is completed in typically main Vietnamese style: with a dab of sweet-hot chilli jam.
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Vietnam on a plate: a trip of Vietnam's finest local dishes
Vietnam on a plate: a trip of Vietnam's finest local meals


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The climate is a mixture of ocean and continental influences. The month of June is characterized by gradually rising daily high temperatures, with daily highs increasing from 20°C to 22°C over the course of the month, exceeding 28°C. The average probability that some form of precipitation will be observed in a given day is 60%, with little variation over the course of the month. Throughout June, the most common forms of precipitation are moderate rain, thunderstorms, and light rain.
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Durorp-English Dictionary is probably the first attempt at compiling a comprehensive Dictionary of Durorp, the language of the people of Korup. It is a bilingual Dictionary aimed at stimulating literary interests in the study and development of Durorp as a linguistic entity in particular and promotion of Durorp literature in general. Durorp is an interesting and linguistically distinct semi-Bantu or Bantoid language spoken by a minority group of people known as Bororp or people of the Kororp ethnic group. A part of this ethnic group inhabits the Southwestern part of Cameroon while the other occupies the Southeastern tip of Nigeria. A minority group, Kororp has continued to suffer not only cultural and socio-economic shrinkage but also linguistic marginalisation characterised by an obvious erosion of some key elements of the language. Like any other language, however, Durorp has borrowings from languages such as Efik, Ejagham, and even English. This Dictionary has introduced quite a number of new but understandable words.
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The Republican presidential candidates held their fifth debate last night in Las Vegas. LBN's Ryan Gaumont reports that Donald Trump had a big lead on the rest of the field going into the debate. A CBS-New York Times poll released on December 10 showed that Trump was supported by 35% of Republican primary voters. This is an increase of 13 points since October.
Ted Cruz has moved into second place in the field with support from 16% of Republican primary voters. Carson has dropped into third place in the poll. Marco Rubio is in fourth place with 9% of the votes. Jeb Bush got only 3% of the votes in the poll, the least support Bush has ever gotten in a CBS-NYT poll.
The Tuesday night debate came after the massacre in San Bernardino and comments, particularly by Trump, about Muslims. A CBS-NYT poll also released on December 10 showed that Americans were concerned about possible future terrorism in the country. It is too early for poll results from last night's debate, but there is no reason to believe that Trump lost any ground.
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For Episode 26 Dom Bryce aka Dibbs is joining Pez & Matty to kick off Twitch month on the podcast.
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The U.S. Copyright Office releases years worth of books starting from 1923 to this year's public domain and then elevating through the 20th century in each progressing year. The Internet Archive Institution possesses 11,000 texts from 1923 on many digital platforms. The books can be found on the Internet Archive homepage.
Here are a couple of prominent books that were recently released:
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Friedrich Nietzsche, The Birth of Tragedy or Hellenism and Pessimism translated by WM. A. Haussmann, Ph.D.
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Leonardo Da Vinci's Note-Books, Arranged and Rendered Into English with Introductions by Edward McCurdy, M.A.
Internet entrepreneur Brewster Kahle expresses how much this is a game changer for our time:
"We have shortchanged a generation," he says, "the 20th century is largely missing from the internet."
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1923 was a time of literary excellence where writers were publishing works that are held in high regard today. For example, Ernest Hemingway's Three Stories and Ten Poems, Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway in Bond Street, Marcel Proust's The Prisoner, and beyond.
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GIPERKOLOBOK - an electronic toy that can perform not only the programmed actions - this robot can safely be called the world's first robot others due to his ability to think.
The robot has its own character and the ability to evolve. Every day he trained on the events occurring around him, and remembers that like its owner, and that - not how much the owner wakes up, how much is coming home, what time loves to play with him, and when prefers to watch TV. Lifestyle and psycho host affects the formation of the character of the robot, making each robot unique.
Giperkolobok autonomous, there is no need to use the remote, or to program it. You just need to turn it on, and you can control it by voice commands.
Market home robots is considered one of the most dynamic and promising. According to the Japan Association of robotics, industrial robots are used in the field of high-precision production, the growth of this market is rather limited. Household robots - a robotic vacuum cleaners, The Lawnmower Man, dishwashers and so on. D. - That is operating only one specific action.
At home also robots much more prospects for growth. Take into account the least social trends gain a sense of "loneliness" of people, the frequency of "urban depression" increase in the average age of marriage, we can safely predict a decent demand for new electronic toys that will be affordable, but quite functional, intelligent and "mental." That is, demand is not just a domestic assistant, but rather a partner - one that serves for fun, entertainment and reduce the symptoms of loneliness, etc.
The world market capacity of domestic robots is projected to be of the Japanese Association of Robotics in 2025 66 billion dollars. The market is divided among four major players - Japan, Korea, Europe and the United States - these countries are leading the demand for robotehnicheskuyu products.
Now a lot of different robots are specialized devices that are programmed for one or two operations, but, according to research by the International Federation of Robotics, a growing number of consumers are interested in it "smart" electronic robots with different functions (the ability to speak, move, adapt to the situation - to show the beginnings natural, human intelligence) than just a vacuum cleaner or floor cleaners.
After 7 years, most households will already have a home intelligent robot, or, at least, to plan such a purchase in the near future - such data IFR predicts.
LLC "IWMI - Intelligent systems» (www.hyperbok.ru) was established in 2008 on the basis of "PEACOCK Technology» (www.pawlin.ru) to highlight the project to create intelligent robot toys in a separate company.
History of project financing
1) Bortnik Fund, the program START-08, 1 year 750 000 rub., The state contract on "Development of a multi-purpose interactive intelligent mini-robot platform (IWMI)";
2) Bortnik Fund, START program, 2 year, 1 500 000 rub., The state contract on the theme "Development and research of scaling a multi-purpose interactive intelligent mini-robot platform (IWMI)";
3) The Ministry of Education and Science, a government contract of 9 September 2011, 7.5 million rubles. on the theme "Development of software robot control with elements of emotional and communicative behavior."
4) The project also won the competition Microsoft Business Start (code MS BizSpark: 1400011568)
http://www.cnews.ru/downloads/MBS_Winners2009.doc, but the company was not able to contract to perform work because of bureaucratic barriers (while exist a contract with the Foundation Bortnik).
Production capacity
The company has a permanent staff, office, all you need to develop and test equipment. Production of the devices will be organized in China, assembly - in the suburbs.
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Matt Sheehan has become a recognized thought leader in journalism education and visionary in digital news. He is an accomplished practitioner, educator and entrepreneur. His vision, insights and experience have helped propel the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications into one of the preeminent journalism teaching hospitals in the country.
His thought pieces on newsroom transformation and the impact of Apple News have been widely circulated. He pioneered news distribution on messaging apps through a partnership with Yik Yak. And he is forging new ground by bringing public relations students into the newsroom to improve audience engagement.
Matt was an assistant news editor at The Washington Post before getting his MBA at the University of Maryland, where he also served as the Merrill College's communications director, web strategist and developer. He was chief operating officer at a digital publishing startup based in Washington, D.C., from 2009-2011.
Since joining the UF J-School, Matt has dedicated himself to news innovation and education. He was the original director of the college's 21st Century News Lab – focused on innovation and research in storytelling. In 2013, he helped guide the launch of the Innovation News Center (INC) – a 100+ seat, integrated newsroom feeding the college's seven media properties (where Matt is also news editor and executive editor) and championed the "report once/publish everywhere" process that is its hallmark.
The INC is testament to Matt's passion to ensure that emerging journalists have the education and experience to succeed in a rapidly changing media world. He helped foster an immersive learning experience for the college's journalism and telecommunications students (most of whom are required to spend at least one semester in this real-world news room). Matt played a critical role in the development of new methodologies and technology to manage the news operation, structure of the operation and expansion of the curricula to support it.
Matt has also devoted his time to helping fellow journalism educators as one of the founders and organizers of the Journalism Interactive conference. Matt has been involved in the Online News Association in multiple ways over the years, including three stints as a registration desk captain at the annual conference. He also helped establish ONA's UF Awards for Excellence in Data Journalism, now the Online Journalism Awards' largest prize.
His work has been published by multiple national media outlets, including The Washington Post, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, St. Petersburg Times and the American Journalism Review. He has won several awards from the Society of Professional Journalist and the Society for News Design, and was named a Scripps Howard Top 10 Scholar in 2001.
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I went to BSides Indy, then killed my computer
I still makes mistakes with computers (This might be the reason why I'm starting to drift towards the human side of things). I went to BSides Indy this passed weekend and had a great time catching up with old friends and making new ones. Monday I got pictures loaded and vetted onto my computer. Then Tuesday, after a not so great day, I killed my computer. My CPU looks to be toast after I smothered it in thermal paste. Yes, I do mean smothered. I got it on three sides of the first row of pins and in the CPU cradle. I'm pretty sure the thing is done.
That's okay though because it was on its last legs. It was built in 2011 (with upgrades in 2016). Instead of shopping for parts, I decided to try out a company I've heard good things. I'm over being hands on with my computer (see thermal paste). The new computer will take some time to get here. After I get my computer I'll be able to process the pictures I took at BSides Indy.
BSides Indy was wonderful. They have a new venue this year at Indiana University-Purdue University (IUPUI). It had a lot of space. In fact, people on YouTube were commenting on how people weren't showing up for talks. It was really just the angle and no one wanted to sit up front. With this in mind, I made sure people sat in seats that were in frame to make it look like my talk was the most popular.
Speaking of my talk, (slides) it went really well. It was probably my best first talk I've done so far. It was done so well that it will be the only version of that talk I give. Let me explain.
I have so much content for Social Engineering for the Blue Team, that I think I can make multiple talks on it and still not touch everything I want to touch. I think there's an opportunity here for me to have the same title and abstract and provide something different each time I present on the topic. This will be more work for me. It also means that I can work on content for ultimate goal of the idea, training and workshops.
This topic is something I'd love to give at conference as training (both paid and free). To do that I need to work out some of my ideas and present them to a crowd of people. I've gotten positive feedback for the BSides Indy talk. I am scheduled to do a remote talk for ColaSec. I've already adjusted the slides for the presentation.
After that I'm an alternate for BSides Nashville. I'll plan to have the slides worked by then as well. If they don't get re-worked then I'll present those at ShowMeCon. Before that though I have my workshop at Converge and BSides Detroit. That will have everything in it as I'm planning for an 8-hour workshop (not sure on exact length yet). I'm waiting to hear back from a couple conferences and I'm waiting for a couple more to open up.
Back to BSides Indy. It was one of my favorite events. It's very laid back. It's in a city great for families. My wife came with me and took the kids to the mall where the played blacklight putt-putt. Both my kids got hole-in-ones on the 18th hole. We checked out the kids museum the day following the conference. That place is freaking awesome. It's four levels of activities for children (and adults). I highly recommend the place.
In between pictures I sat down to help Team Butts with the CTF. I say help, but what I really mean is that I googled an ID number and found it was associated with the rick roll video. I was hoping there would be more web app stuff, alas there was none. Still Snow and Infosystir (with a shout out to Dave from Hak4kidz) carried the team to a first place victory. The two top placing teams got NetWars accounts. Those ended up going to students as the people from the top two teams didn't have as a big of a need for them.
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Petrofac secures $600m contract for Oman gas project
British firm wins 36-month engineering, procurement and construction contract for Salalah LPG
British oilfield services company Petrofac said it has secured an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract worth nearly $600 million from Salalah LPG for a key liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) extraction project in southern Oman, according to a post on its website.
Salalah LPG is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Oman Oil Facilities Development Company (OOFDC).
According to the 36-month lump sum contract, Petrofac will construct the LPG unit and associated facilities, including tie-ins to existing pipeline infrastructure, together with LPG storage and jetty facilities at the Port of Salalah, the capital of the Sultanate's southern Dhofar Province.
On the win, group chief operating officer Marwan Chedid said: "This contract is our eleventh in the sultanate and reinforces our commitment to Oman where we have been present since 1988."
"This project will further support our commitment to increase in-country value. We will continue to maintain strong focus on this aspect of our delivery, particularly by engaging the local supply chain and recruiting local resources," he added.


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Summer across New Zealand - It's time to fire up the barbie, slip into your jandals and celebrate the year that's been, and the year to come. It's also that time again when KATCHAFIRE round up their musical family and get their summer tour van fired up to head to some of the country's most well loved summer spots. This summer they'll be joined by AARADHNA (Andy Murnane), SONS OF ZION and sometimes by their brothers in arms KORA.
KATCHAFIRE + SONS OF ZION + AARADHNA (and sometimes KORA)
The tour bus departs just after Xmas and makes the following stops;
MON DEC 26 – Mangawhai Tavern – Magical Mangawhai
TUE DEC 27 – The Duke Tavern - Russell
WED DEC 28 – Coroglen Tavern - Coroglen w/ KORA
THU DEC 29 – War Memorial Hall – Whakatane w/ KORA
FRI DEC 30 – McEwan Park – Petone Beach w/ KORA
SAT DEC 31 NYE – Butlers Reef – Oakura, New Plymouth
FRI JAN 6 – Opononi Hotel – Opononi w/ KORA
SAT JAN 7 – Mangawhai Tavern – Mangawhai w/ KORA
Nominated for four 2016 Vodafone NZ Music Awards - Our leading lady of Pacific Soul, Aaradhna joins the caravan this year. Signed to Republic Records at the age of 29, Aaradhna has also extensively toured the US with the likes of the screaming eagle of soul Charles Bradley. This summer she calls NZ home and is packing her chart topping new album – BROWN GIRL + her suitcase of hits for summer tour. She's also bringing her band on the bus featuring some of NZ's top players - Jeremy Toy & Chip Matthews from the Opensouls + The Tornadoes and Tom Broome from Homebrew + Esther Stevens and The Means.
Katchafire have spent 2016 as they do most years touring the globe, taking our homespun Maori roots reggae to the world. The Burn It Down tour saw the band tour extensively throughout Australia, Europe, The States and Canada, once again spending more of 2016 out of the country than at home.
All aboard - SONS OF ZION, they may be the kids on tour but with their fusion of reggae, heavy rock, dub and funk the Sons Of Zion know how to captivate audiences. They too have spent the year playing to audiences around the globe, including a recent tour in Hawaii, shows in Australia and their Hungover Tour of the North Island. With a new album on the way, you can guarantee Sons of Zion will be packing new songs including their latest singles NOW + HUNGOVER as well as all their hits you know and love.
As one of New Zealand's best-known live bands, Kora are confident both on stage and in the recording studio, and with good reason – they have (so far) claimed a platinum EP, a double platinum debut album, and two of their albums peaking at #1 on the NZ chart. Their sound straddles multiple genres, from reggae to metal, soul, and funk; but at their core, Kora's unique and electric sound fits no pigeonhole. With their brand new track CAROLINA, a tatse of what's to come we welcome Kora aboard the bus


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I Always Want More
Lately I have been working on being content with what I have because often I find myself always wanting more. More clothes, more makeup, more house, more car, more technology, more of everything. God has been really working with my heart convicting me to not only be content with what I have but to truly feel blessed for everything, EVERYTHING I have.
The other day I was on my way to Walmart to stock up on diapers and wipes. As I drove to the store I did a little day dreaming about some other stuff I would love to be shopping for but didn't need and God spoke this to my heart, "Heather, it is a privilege that you have the means to purchase the things that your family needs". I have the ability to effortlessly travel to the store and get what I need when I need it. Suddenly my perspective for my little trip to Walmart turned from an ordinary stock up, to a beautiful blessing.
Warning: if you ask God to do amazing things in your life He always will, it just may not always be what you had in mind when you made the request. God is working on my heart and He knows that one of my weaknesses is "new things" and consumption. This is truly an area I have felt so much movement in lately. Slowly and kindly God guides me to the area of my life that requires His work.
This past weekend we had my side of the family over for brunch after church to celebrate my moms birthday. Our family is growing (which I love!!!) as my sisters had their significant others with them as well. Sometimes when I have people over, I worry about where everyone will sit, if my house is clean enough or stylish enough and if we will have enough food but this time I didn't. I just enjoyed everyones company. The oven worked, we had more than enough food to eat and while we cant all fit around my little kitchen table, we can all eat together. WE WERE TOGETHER! It was a blessed day and I live a blessed life.
Lord, give me strength each day to overcome the temptation and desire to constantly have more and THANK YOU for the many ways you have blessed my life.
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U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Security (MARSEC) Levels
The Coast Guard has a three-tiered system of Maritime Security (MARSEC) levels consistent with the Department of Homeland Security's Homeland Security Advisory System (HSAS). MARSEC Levels are designed to provide a means to easily communicate pre-planned scalable responses to increased threat levels. The Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard sets MARSEC levels commensurate with the HSAS. Because of the unique nature of the maritime industry, the HSAS threat conditions and MARSEC levels will align closely, though they will not directly correlate.
MARSEC levels are set to reflect the prevailing threat environment to the marine elements of the national transportation system, including ports, vessels, facilities, and critical assets and infrastructure located on or adjacent to waters subject to the jurisdiction of the U.S.
MARSEC Level 1 means the level for which minimum appropriate security measures shall be maintained at all times. MARSEC 1 generally applies when HSAS Threat Condition Green, Blue, or Yellow are set.
MARSEC Level 2 means the level for which appropriate additional protective security measures shall be maintained for a period of time as a result of heightened risk of a transportation security incident. MARSEC 2 generally corresponds to HSAS Threat Condition Orange.
MARSEC Level 3 means the level for which further specific protective security measures shall be maintained for a limited period of time when a transportation security incident is probable, imminent, or has occurred, although it may not be possible to identfy the specific target. MARSEC 3 generally corresponds to HSAS Threat Condition Red.


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- Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
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- Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
- Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
- Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
- Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Roof Rack Rails Only
- Laminated Glass
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
- Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
- Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Wheels: 19" x 7.5J Alloy
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- Fully Automatic Aero-Composite Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps
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- Outside Temp Gauge
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- Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
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- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
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Here you go, the April edition of the Young Influencers List. You can see all the past month's lists here.
1. Tim Shirk- Washington DC managing director at Fox River Partners, and formerly private sector adviser to president of Malawi.
2. Keri Fosse- co-founder of Lalabu, creating stylish and simple baby wear and accessories.
3. Chris McClarney- Nashville based songwriter, artist and worship leader at Church of the City and quite often leading with Jesus Culture.
4. Josh Turner- church planter and pastor of Celebration Church in Orlando.
5. Lauren McAfee- NYC based director of Community Engagement for Museum of the Bible, opening November 2017 in Washington DC.
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The Dayton Audio B652 speaker was a fantastic budget audio speaker.
The B652 Air took it for a giant leap forward.
My hot-rodded version includes the following modifications:
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Ugly Americans Season 1 - Animatics
Frank Grimes to me has some of the funniest lines in the show.
Ha. A troll sitting on Mark's face. Fun to draw!
This guy on the wall was based on one of those Hieronymus Bosch demons.
6 comments:
- lungpiece said...
heh, when i saw a commercial for 'ugly americans' around a month ago, i was telling my friends i was looking forward to it just because it reminded me of 'superjail!'... low and behold, you're a part of it!
- April 13, 2010 at 12:06 PM
- Hal Ro Lee said...
It was also made in the same studio as Superjail!. Augenblick Studios in Brooklyn, NY.
- April 13, 2010 at 2:42 PM
- lungpiece said...
all this... it warms my heart.
- April 13, 2010 at 4:36 PM
- Elliott said...
Hal, finally man, new posts. This shit is awesome, the characters are really great. And I feel like I've seen these animatics before, can't remember where tho... :P anyway, awesome work dude, looks great.
- April 14, 2010 at 4:14 PM
- Liam said...
awesome looking work as always hal, always happy to see new stuff on your blog dude.
- April 15, 2010 at 10:14 AM
- Hal Ro Lee said...
Thanks dudes,
Elliott, I'm going to your bro's thing, Bent Fest later this month.
I'm psyched to see my friend Peter's show. http://www.casperelectronics.com/
- April 15, 2010 at 4:42 PM


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Each year, about 400 children and adults in the U.S. are struck by lightning while working outside, at sports events, on the beach, mountain climbing, mowing the lawn or during other outdoor activities. About 80 people are killed and several hundred more are left to cope with permanent disabilities. Many of these tragedies can be avoided. Finishing the game, getting a tan, or completing a work shift aren't worth death or crippling injury.
All thunderstorms produce lightning and are dangerous. Lightning kills more people each year than tornadoes.
Lightning often strikes as far as 10 miles away from any rainfall. Many deaths from lightning occur ahead of the storm because people try and wait to the last minute before seeking shelter.
You are in danger from lightning if you can hear thunder. If you can hear thunder, lightning is close enough that it could strike your location at any moment.
Lightning injuries can lead to permanent disabilities or death. On average, 20% of strike victims die; 70% of survivors suffer serious long term effects.
Look for dark cloud bases and increasing wind. Every flash of lightning is dangerous, even the first. Head to safety before that first flash. If you hear thunder, head to safety!
Blue Skies and Lightning. Lightning can travel sideways for up to 10 miles. Even when the sky looks blue and clear, be cautious. If you hear thunder, take cover. At least 10% of lightning occurs without visible clouds in the sky.
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Outdoors is the most dangerous place to be during a lightning storm. When lightning is seen or thunder is heard, or when dark clouds are observed, quickly move indoors or into a hard-topped vehicle and remain there until well after the lightning storm ends. Listen to forecasts and warnings through NOAA Weather Radio or your local TV and radio stations. If lightning is forecast, plan an alternate activity or know where you can take cover quickly.
The U.S. lightning season is summer but lightning can strike year round! The Fourth of July is historically one of the most deadly times of the year for lightning. In summer, more people are outside, on the beach, golf course, mountains or ball fields. Outdoor jobs such as construction and agriculture, and outdoor chores such as lawn mowing or house painting are at their peak, putting those involved in danger.
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Postpone activities promptly. Don't wait for rain. Many people take shelter from the rain, but most people struck by lightning are not in the rain! Go quickly inside a completely enclosed building, not a carport, open garage or covered patio. If no enclosed building is convenient, get inside a hard-topped all-metal vehicle. A cave is a good option outside but move as far as possible from the cave entrance.
Be the lowest point. Lightning hits the tallest object. In the mountains if you are above tree line, you ARE the highest object around. Quickly get below tree line and get into a grove of small trees. Don't be the second tallest object during a lightning storm! Crouch down if you are in an exposed area.
Keep an eye on the sky. Look for darkening skies, flashes of lightning, or increasing wind, which may be signs of an approaching thunderstorm.
Listen for the sound of thunder. If you can hear thunder, go to a safe shelter immediately.
If you see or hear a thunderstorm coming or your hair stands on end, immediately suspend your game or practice and instruct everyone to go inside a sturdy building or car. Sturdy buildings are the safest place to be. Avoid sheds, picnic shelters, baseball dugouts, and bleachers. If no sturdy building is nearby, a hard-top vehicle with windows closed will offer some protection. The steel frame of the vehicle provides some protection if you are not touching metal.
Listen to NOAA Weather Radio. Coaches and other leaders should listen for a tone-alert feature during practice sessions and games.
If you can't get to a shelter, stay away from trees. If there is no shelter, crouch in the open, keeping twice as far away from a tree as it is tall.
Avoid leaning against vehicles. Get off bicycles and motorcycles.
Get out of the water. It's a great conductor of electricity. Stay off the beach and out of small boats or canoes. If caught in a boat, crouch down in the center of the boat away from metal hardware. Swimming, wading, snorkeling and scuba diving are NOT safe. Lightning can strike the water and travel some distance beneath and away from its point of contact. Don't stand in puddles of water, even if wearing rubber boots.
Avoid metal! Drop metal backpacks, stay away from clothes lines, fences, exposed sheds and electrically conductive elevated objects. Don't hold on to metal items such golf clubs, fishing rods, tennis rackets or tools. Large metal objects can conduct lightning. Small metal objects can cause burns.
Move away from a group of people. Stay several yards away from other people. Don't share a bleacher bench or huddle in a group.
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Call for help. Call 9-1-1 or your local ambulance service. Get medical attention as quickly as possible.
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Check for burns in two places. The injured person has received an electric shock and may be burned. Being struck by lightning can also cause nervous system damage, broken bones, and loss of hearing or eyesight.
People struck by lightning carry no electrical charge that can shock other people. You can examine them without risk.
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Throughout the month of November, SRC Holdings and its subsidiaries participated in the Movember Foundation's campaign to support prostate cancer and male mental health initiatives. The company was motivated to use the power of the mustache to have an everlasting impact on the face of men's health.
Employees were to start the beginning of November with a clean shave, updating their movember.com profile each week with their mustache or beard growth through November 30. The ladies could also get involved with the MOVE campaign, where participants pledged to complete 30 minutes of exercise a day for 30 days.
Participants then solicited funds from friends, family and mini-games within the organization to help the cause.
SRC is proud to announce that it, along with its family of companies, has raised over $10,000 to help support men's health through the Movember and MOVE campaigns. This is well over the 2014 Movember total of $7,100.
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Since 30 friends first grew moustaches in Melbourne, Australian in 2003, we have grown to become the largest men's health movement in the world. We'd like to take this moment as moustache season comes to a close to thank you for your incredible support. We continue to be astonished by the efforts of the Mo community— each and every one, whether Mo Bro, Mo Sista or donor, has helped us achieve an incredibly successful year.
Well over $650 million has now been raised globally and those numbers increase every day.
We're making progress but we've a long way to go to move the dial on the state of men's health. The statistics speak for themselves:
- More than 1.1 million cases of prostate cancer were recorded in a single year, making it the second most common cancer in men worldwide.
- The incidence of men diagnosed with testicular cancer has doubled over the past 50 years.
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Real Madrid playmaker Isco could finally be on his way to Manchester City.
In a transfer special podcast posted earlier today, the team revealed that a deal for the unsettled Spaniard is close and could be completed within "days, rather than weeks."
Isco has made just eight league starts for Los Blancos under new manager Rafael Benítez this term and is understood to be growing increasingly unhappy with his situation at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The 23-year-old famously rejected the chance the follow former Malaga manager Manuel Pellegrini to Manchester in favour of a move to Madrid in 2013. A deal in principle had been agreed between the two clubs, but Real Madrid made a late swoop to sign the midfielder for £30m after watching him impress for Spain Under-21's at the European U21 Championship that summer.
Reports in Spain suggest City chief executive Ferran Soriano has met with the player's representatives in the last week, while the Daily Mirror claim that Isco is keen to reunite with his former manager.
Any move involving former Valencia man, who enjoys a positive relationship with Real Madrid fans, is likely to apply further pressure on Benítez who was booed by supporters in his side's recent 3-1 victory over Real Sociedad.
As for Manchester City fans, we may finally be able to sing the name of the man we came so close to welcoming two-and-a-half years ago.
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Top 5 SmartphonesUnder $300 You Must To Know - So you want to get yourself a new phone at the beginning of the New Year. I got you covered with 5 phones under $300 that you can't go wrong with. What's going on guys, its STO and today we are talking about the 5 best smartphones under $300. It's about to get really nerdy.
it has a 720p 5inch display and dual front facing speakers. Those two features are what make the phone great for consuming media. The screen is not the sharpest but 720p is really good and with the stereo speakers, it's going to give you that great media consuming experience. What is also interesting about this phone is that it comes with nearly stock android; it has that pure Android experience. It comes with android kitkat and you can update it to android lollipop. All of these features for $180 dollars. What? At this price point this phone is easily the best budget phone.
I've chosen this phone to be on this list for several reasons. This phone was obviously released about two years ago so its features were great at the time it was released but for now its features are good. It has a good battery life, a good 4.8inch 720p screen and a good camera not the best as it used to be but still relatively great comparing it to its price. It has a micro SD card slot and a quad core processor for that fluid gaming, browsing and watching YouTube videos experience so if you have a phone that lags a lot you can buy it so that you don't have to watch videos lagging like this anymore. The galaxy s3 also has a round design; it could be great for some people and bad for others so yeah it's a very subjective issue and it retails for $250.
mainly this phone is great at this price point if you want to have a premium, easy to use phone. It has a great camera, retina display and can be updated to iOS 8 which is a very simple and easy to use operating system plus it comes with the app store which provides you with a variety of apps. In terms of the build quality, it has an aluminum ring surrounding the phone and the back is made up out of glass. The iPhone 4s also comes with siri which is just a useless virtual assistant. It just searches the web when I ask her any question. Seriously though the virtual assistant feature on smartphones in general is useless.
it's a great windows phone 8 built on average specs. Now this phone has very specific targeted consumers. It is simple and easy to use; it has a great camera performance especially in low light conditions, a good display with high contrast and comes with wireless charging but buying a windows phone means you are going to have a lack of apps comparing it to the App store or the Play store.
5. OnePlus One
The OnePlus One is manufactured by a Chinese company called OnePlus and the reason why this phone is so good is the fact that it has nearly the same specs of other more expensive flagships like Snapdragon 801 processor, 3GB of ram and a 13 megapixel camera. I really hate to talk about the specs of the phone because you can rarely find a phone that lags so the software aspect is more important and the OnePlus one is not heavily skinned just like the Moto G it also delivers a pure android experience. You can get the OnePlus One for $299 for the 16GB model available in white color only. If you want to get the black model however, you have to pay $50 more plus you get 64GB of internal storage instead of 16. The reason why the OnePlus One is so cheap is because they almost don't pay money in advertising. The problem with this phone is that it is really hard to buy because the only way to buy it at this moment is using an invite system. Other honorable mentions that didn't quite make the list for being a little bit more expensive are the Lumia 1020, the Nexus 5 and the Moto X.


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Ralph Lauren designed the Olympic opening ceremony apparel kits for our American athletes in London 2012. Mr. Lauren, who's name is already synonymous with Wimbledon and Polo (the sport), was the perfect choice for outfitting the ol' red, white, and blue, creatively combining his influences of sport and classic American fashion.
I am a biased of course. This is a trad blog with sympathy towards tradly style.
And as it turns out, Mr. Lauren doesn't have as much approval from most everyone else. Some criticisms do carry some veracity, such as the fact that these all-American uniforms are not actually so, having been made in China. But other criticisms, well, are just ridiculous. Militarisitc? Really? As one commenter noted, it's easier to see a yachtsman wearing this than a dictator.
But here is my argument in support of the uniforms. The sentiment in my guide highlights the continual downgrade of dress in not only this country, but all of modern society. The opening ceremony is one of the world's biggest events and you would think we'd want our young men and women dressed up for the occasion. In years past we got away with track suits, but in 2012 we came back to our senses and showed the world we can look stylish again. What some may call old fashioned and boring, I call the use of the quintessential American blue blazer with gold buttons a huge hit. Combined with a club collar, repp tie, and white pants, the whole ensemble reflects smart and cool American athleticism. The beret, which some say is too French, serves as a proper cover that's much better than a cowboy hat that's too Redneck. The vintage inspired wardrobe reminds me of the Chariots of Fire era; these days you'd only see this kind of classic style at a rowing regatta, but tonight you saw it on the international stage.
I applaud Ralph Lauren. Sure they're made in China (what isn't?) and yeah maybe his pony logo is kind of obnoxiously loud but overall he designed what could be our most stylish and attractive uniforms yet. We may not look as awesome as the Dutch, outfitted by SuitSupply, but hell, it could've been a lot worse.
Let the games begin. USA! USA!
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5 Ways to Give Your Dog the Best Holiday Season Ever
Here are my top five tips for ensuring that your dog has a wonderful holiday season - and please note, I do NOT suggest dressing your pup in swanky holiday outfits like these ones. No, that's usually just for my enjoyment, and I know I can only get away with this for about 5 minutes at a time before Tango (the white dog in the picture who is clearly not impressed), has had enough. (Sparky is her little brother, who has since passed away but who was much more willing to pose for treats than Tango). Anyways, I hope you enjoy these tips and that you have a wonderful holiday with your pups!
5 Ways to Give Your Dog the Best Holiday Season Ever!
1. Make your pup his very own stocking - complete with secret, wrapped surprises!
One of the things I love to do for my Tango each Christmas is to wrap 5-7 of her very favorite treats of all time individually, and then place them into her very own stocking. She loves to sniff and scratch and dig and explore as she tugs each little treasure out of her stocking, then lays down with her legs splayed on the carpet, holding her gift in her paws, as she delights in ripping the wrapping off of each one in shreds, and burying her nose into the delicious-smelling reward. Few things make me happier than watching her munch away on her special treat, joining in the holiday fun with the rest of the family.
Just a couple words of warning: If your dog isn't a picky eater and will happily swallow paper and/or tape as a snack if given the opportunity, a great trick is to place each treat into an empty paper lunch bag and then roll it up or twist it shut, and/or use an empty paper towel roll with the treat inside, folding over each end to secure the treat. Using paper bags ensures that your dog does not ingest the artificial colors and dies in most Christmas wrapping paper.
2. Prepare his very own doggy holiday dinner.
And I don't mean fatty turkey skin or chocolate, both of which can be dangerous for dogs! Holiday meals are delicious for us, and because we love our pets, we want to share all of the goodies with them as well. But many foods can make Christmas a nightmare for your pets, so be sure to keep your dog away from the following: avocado, bread dough, any kind of alcohol, macadamia nuts, grapes or raisins, onions or garlic, or chocolate (as previously mentioned). For a more complete listing and for more information about how these foods can harm your pets, check out the SPCA's website by clicking here.
Instead, to make the holidays a wonderful experience for your dog, give him or her a serving (ok, maybe two!) of some chicken breast, a little piece of steak, and/or a little bit of pork chop with the fat cut off and a few carrots or other veggies (if they will eat them - I've never been able to convince Tango to eat her vegetables). Your dog will likely gobble up this special treat AND will stay happy, healthy and safe during the holiday!
3. Let him re-use your wrapping paper (before you re-cycle it)!
One of Tango's favorite games has always been to play "Let's shred the wrapping paper!" This game is very, very complicated, as you can imagine. Here's how to do it. After you unwrap each gift and revel in the beauty and gratitude of the moment, simply dangle the used piece of paper above your dog's head. I almost guarantee you, this game is instinctual for most dogs. They seem to be born having read and comprehended detailed instructions on what to do next: Wag tail furiously, pounce into thin air, clamp down on dangling paper and shake head like mad. Once said-paper is firmly on the ground, pounce on it and shred it to smithereens. Yes, it's a little messy with clean-up, but free and fantastic entertainment for the entire family, and likely will remind you yet once again why having a dog is so much fun.
Again, just a word of warning - make sure you supervise your dog to ensure that he's not ingesting heaps of dyed paper. If you notice him actually eating the paper, stop the game and give him a goodie to chew on instead - he might just be hungry. :-) Tango would never dream of eating paper; there are just too many other delicious things around that she would rather munch on!
4. Give your dog a safe space to retreat to during this busy season.
Although it can be fun for your dog to play and visit with the many guests you may have coming and going from your home, it's important to remember that dogs have unique personalities, just like humans do, and that some dogs are more out-going and extroverted than other dogs. Tango will happily mingle and soak up attention from anyone and everyone who is willing to admire her for the first 45 minutes of any party, but then she seems to wilt and look up to me for help in finding a retreat. Sparky, on the other hand, was much more wary of new people and would want to escape to his secret hiding place the moment guests arrived, and would then gingerly peek his head out about mid-way through the evening, and only if he smelled food. Tango's favorite place to retreat to would be under the Christmas tree in the warmth and the protection of the lights, while Sparky preferred to escape to the depths of his kennel with a good treat to munch on to soothe his sensitive nerves. Large crowds and noises can be challenging for even the most out-going dogs to handle, so it's important to have a couple of safe-retreat options available for your pets at all times. Can you spot Tango resting under the tree in this picture?
5. Remember that your love and attention is the very best gift you can give your dog.
During the holidays, we often get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season that our dogs end up being left alone for long hours as their humans attend parties and race around fighting the crowds at busy malls. Do your best to take a little time each day, both for you and for your dog, to play, to rest, and to let him know how much you love him. One of the ways I do this with my Tango is to tell her, each and every day, the Love Pledge that I've taught the many children who have participated in my program, How Dogs Help Kids Read and Succeed In the Classroom, to do with their own pets. You can modify this Love Pledge based on your own relationship with your dog. Here is what I tell my Tango each morning as she wakes up, and each night before I go to sleep. While stroking her softly, I say:
Tango, how did I get this lucky to have you for my dog?
You are so special.
You are so smart.
And I love you.
Then I place a kiss on her sweet little nose, and I go to sleep knowing that she knows how well-loved she really is. (And this is a wonderful way to then begin your own love pledge for your children, if you have them). I wish you and your family, both human and non-human, all the love in the world during this holiday season!


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"The only disability in life is a BAD ATTITUDE"
Students of Meenakshi World School observed the "World Disability Day" to encourage a better understanding of people affected by a disability. They reiterated and understood the fact that disability Day is not concerned exclusively with either mental or physical disabilities but rather encompasses all known disabilities, from Autism to Down Syndrome to Multiple sclerosis. Students along with their educators came together for an open discussion and meetings as an activity to celebrate/observe the World Disability Day. The overall aim was to realise that a person with disability can be a vibrant member of the society.


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More Utility Bills Go Unpaid
Consumers' Economic Struggles Spur More Power Shutoffs as Firms Step Up Collections
Utilities are becoming more aggressive about collecting money from delinquent customers, leading to a surge in service shutdowns just as economic woes are pushing up the number of households falling behind on bills.
The utilities say they are under pressure to clean out accounts that are weighing down their books at a time when their stocks are being hammered and earnings growth has slowed.
Meanwhile, the increasing number of homes left without power -- which could rise as economic pain deepens -- is beginning to worry some consumer advocates and regulators.
In Pennsylvania, PPL Corp. increased shutoffs by 78% in the first three quarters of the year compared with the same period a year earlier. Shutoffs at electric utilities throughout the state increased by 20% in that period. George Lewis, a spokesman for PPL, based in Allentown, Pa., said the utility had been somewhat lax in the past but decided this year to "reverse the trend and prevent people from getting further in debt" by cutting them off sooner. About 3% of the company's residential accounts have been disconnected for delinquency.
In Memphis, Tenn., the city-owned utility that supplies electricity, natural gas and water to residents cut off 38% more people in the first eight months of the year, or 69,743 electric accounts, versus the same period in 2007. The utility raised electricity rates 20% this year, reflecting increased wholesale power costs for energy. Chris Stanley, a spokesman from the company, Memphis Light, Gas & Water, said the number of accounts owing more than $900 that were 90 days or more past due was up 148% to 1,766 accounts as of Oct. 28.
The increased number of shutoffs has attracted the attention of some regulators. Dian Grueneich, a member of the California Public Utilities Commission who has responsibility for low-income programs, has begun asking utilities to furnish information on shutoff criteria. She wants commission staff to "take a look and make sure it is being applied fairly."
One bright spot is that many utilities will have more money to distribute next year to poor customers through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. Congress boosted the program's funds for the current fiscal year by 78% to $5.1 billion. Many utilities are trying to get the word out that people should apply because eligibility rules have been expanded, allowing people with higher incomes to qualify.
State regulators say they have noticed that power shutoffs have moved up the economic chain. "We're seeing an uptick in middle-class people who have never been in this situation before," said Eric Hartsfield, director of the customer-service division of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities.
New Jersey's biggest utility company, Public Service Enterprise Group Inc., said it saw a 10% increase compared with the year earlier in uncollectible natural-gas accounts, and slightly less on the electric side, in the third quarter. "We've been diligent in our shutoff activities," said PSEG Chief Executive Ralph Izzo.
Rising delinquencies are occurring across the country. In New York, the amount of money utilities are owed on accounts at least 60 days past due jumped 22%, to $611.3 million in September compared with a year earlier, according to regulators.
Michigan has experienced a nearly 39% increase in electricity disconnections this year compared with last, according to statistics filed voluntarily by utilities with state regulators.
The rise comes as utilities are finding it more difficult to fund their operations.
Northeast Utilities , which owns electric and gas utilities in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut, is carrying about $15 million of unpaid bills currently, up from about $11 million this time last year and about $8 million in 2006. "We're putting more resources into collecting on accounts now," said Chief Financial Officer David McHale.
In the third quarter, PECO Corp., a Philadelphia utility, racked up an additional $37 million of bad-debt expenses from unpaid bills compared with the third quarter of 2007, bringing its total unpaid balance to $56 million.
The company has put in place a new service-termination strategy this year that for the first time assesses credit risk, and pulls together other information used as a basis for decisions. "We ask how old, how big and how risky" an account is when prioritizing disconnections, said Denis O'Brien, president of PECO, a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corp.
The number of shutoffs could rise further, as new technologies such as digital meters make it easier for utilities to cut off late-paying customers.
Digital meters allow power companies to do things remotely that previously required sending out work crews. For example, utilities can take meter readings wirelessly and switch a customer's power off or on without having to send a crew to a house. They also can use a "service limiter" feature to cut power flows to a trickle until customers pay up. Utilities are installing millions of these meters across the U.S.
Southern California Edison, a unit of Edison International of Rosemead, Calif., currently disconnects late-paying customers owing as little as $30, but that could drop lower in the future. That usually would be a money-losing proposition, because it requires a crew to be sent out to disconnect service manually. But the company is in the process of installing 5.3 million digital meters, at a cost of $1.63 billion, which will allow remote, wireless shutoffs, making it economical to take action even for tiny amounts owed. In a recent filing with regulators it said it could adopt "rigid enforcement" of payment rules in the future for those owing less than $30. It hypothesized it could cut off an additional 129,000 people a year.
Lynda Ziegler, senior vice president of customer service at SoCal Edison, said the utility doesn't have enough wireless meters to support a policy change yet. She added that notification requirements mean it still could take nearly three months to sever a delinquent account. But she said the utility may seek authority from the Public Utilities Commission in the future to act more quickly or to convert certain customers to prepaid service because "one of the struggles people have is catching up when they get behind."
The ease with which utilities can use digital meters to cut off service has alarmed some consumer advocates. "Just because you can do it doesn't mean you should do it," said Irwin Popowsky, head of the Office of Consumer Advocate in Pennsylvania. "From my perspective, they're creating a reason to not have smart meters."
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Etosha, Kunene River and Kaokoland
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It is hot and surely there cannot be any life out here in the dry rocky hills and parched grass of Demaraland. Ahead the track passes through a low hill leading into the dry Ughab river, a river full of acacias and there right in front of us is a herd of the famous Desert Elephants, resting in cool shade. We stop and marvel in awe for longer than we should before heading on feeling honoured by their presence.


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Take Better Portraits: Tips from Brandon Roberts
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Like yesterday's story with Emil we sat down with Seattle based photographer Brandon Roberts while he was in New York City to discuss his journey towards mastering portraits. After introducing Brandon and Emil to each other they went out into the city to create a series of portraits of each other to demostrate how their styles differ.
Who are you. Where are you. Give us your links. Brandon Roberts, currently residing in Seattle, WA. www.betterrugged.com. @betterrugged.
How long have you been a photographer. Is it your main job? Ever since I was a kid, I've taken photos. In high school, I spent time shooting and developing my own film. That's when I became captivated. It took years after that to look at photography as a career and not just a hobby. Currently, I split my time as a reality tv producer and part-time photographer. I'm not far away from being a photographer full-time. #goals
When did you take your first portrait? I feel like my first portrait is from when I was 15 years old, in my awkward, clumsy days taking pictures of my friends for my high school my photo class. One of the first is of my best friend, Annie. I had her sit and pose on my plaid-covered futon in my teenage-boy bedroom. In this black and white photo she's looking off to the side with all my crap around her. In the photo you can see a Marvin the Martian poster, Real World poster, an expired Washington state license plate, a Lucille Ball set-photo of her losing it in the chocolate factory, a CD boombox and a fish tank (DANG. hahahaha). This was a photo I shot and developed myself.
How have you progressed over time? What do you feel has been your most improved quality? I'm constantly progressing. That's always going to happen as long as I keep shooting. My style has changed over time because I continuously create a space for myself to try new techniques whether that's in-camera or during my editing process. My most improved quality while taking portraits, lately, is editing in a way that celebrates the subject. I don't want to them to seem dull or fade into the background while in their environment and I try to add a bit of magic to help set the tone. That and just making sure there's not a lot of noise, the image is properly exposed and the eyes remain sharp. If I don't have these, I don't have a portrait.
What makes for a good portrait? A good portrait makes me feel something immediately. When a portrait makes me feel, as a viewer, I want to figure out what story is presenting itself to me. Lighting is beyond important as this helps set the tone for what story is being told. The gestures or reactions the subject delivers help elevate each portrait I take. Connecting and adapting to my subject is part of my process, I've got to be able to make them feel comfortable enough to decide where they want to go with my directing. Getting the best results in camera sets me up for a successful edit.
Do you prefer natural light or artificial? Why? I have crafted my portrait skills mostly with natural light. However, I'm getting more into studio portraiture lately. They're both so different. I like them for different reasons. When I'm out taking pictures of strangers or other subjects, I love to honor where they are in that exact moment, using the natural light to help tell their background story. With natural light you start to discern what part of the world they're in, where they might be going, where they're from or how they're feeling. When using studio light to shoot a subject, I'm able to slow down the process and really get to know my subject. It's way more intimate and that shows through the lens because as soon as the subject allows you to snap one pic you have successfully gained your subjects trust to tell their story, whatever that might be.
How important is composition and what makes for good composition? Composition is essential in portrait photography. We have wandering eyes and short attention spans, so grabbing ahold of the viewer is the goal. Composition helps grasp the viewers attention. Good composition allows the viewer to navigate through the image effortlessly, with purpose and reason. Composition shouldn't be clumsy, it has to make sense. Cropping is an important tool to help with composition. One should always try to master my composition in-camera, to help setup a successful edit.
Color or black and white? I currently shoot in color. There's something about seeing the setting as it is. I like the hints of many colors the world has to offer in order to create a little bit of magic I like to exhibit in my photos. I've been shooting a lot more in the state of Washington and I cannot imagine not seeing these greens pop in photographs, nor would I want to take away all of the endless colors New York City has to offer.
What Camera do you shoot with? Canon 5D Mark Iv
Any final advice? Go on photo-dates with other photographers who interest you, or you've never met in real life. Walking through the fear of not feeling capable or qualified diminishes once you get to know other photographers. I have pushed myself the last few years to do this and it has met me with incredible results. I've managed to make best of friends and continuously become inspired to keep going as a photographer. I have learned new skills, different shooting techniques and take the inspirations I receive during these little friend-dates to get me to the next level. It's fascinating to hear and understand someone else's photo journey. We're all just trying to figure it out at the same time.


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This morning's Washington Post had a story that, believe it or not, I finished. Rarely is there anything in the morning paper, unrelated to my day job, that is interesting enough for me to finish (another example was this story on China). Here's the nut graph of the story. Muslims are moving to the suburbs like many other Americans on their way up the economic ladder and they are building mosques and, like many other religious groups, they are struggling financially.
The boom in exurban mosques has resulted from the migration of Muslims to the outer suburbs, as followers of Islam -- just like other suburban emigrants -- seek less-expensive housing and good schools.
The story deals with some of the tensions in a Muslim community in the suburbs of Washington. Some harassment, some bigotry, but for the most part, the author paints a pleasant portrait of a group of outsiders, trying to establish themselves as insiders. There is also the issue of radical Islamic terrorism, but the Muslims settling in Northern Virginia and Maryland have denounced the radicals behind the recent terrorist attacks. Underlying the whole story are the incidents in London and whether they could happen in the United States. A fascinating angle of the story is that, in building their mosque, these Muslims could not go into debt and used local fundraisers to bring in money.
The story represents a very similar experience I dealt with growing up in a conservative denomination, which did not believe in going into debt for church-related funding. When a new addition was needed, several years went by as we raised funds. Then, to defray costs, we choose to use people from within the congregation to finish the interior, once the frame was up, much like these Muslims in the suburbs of the nation's capital.
While some would see this Mosque as a threat to their community, I would try to see it in a different light. Residents in a community are attempting to construct a center they can be proud of and, with this center, something they can base their community life on. As more Muslims in America live in communities like this, where they can come together to construct a building, it will be less likely that their youths will turn to extremism as we have seen recently in London.
Area mosques have tried to educate non-Muslims that extremist views are not a part of the religion of Islam. After the recent bombings in London and Egypt, the Woodbridge mosque and a mosque in Manassas jointly issued a statement condemning the incidents. "These actions are not sanctioned, nor justified, in Islam," the statement read. Both mosques promised to nurture "interfaith understanding and diversity" in Prince William.
Yet connections between mosques and more militant elements of Islam have been unsettling for some members of the public. The FBI found that two of the Sept. 11 hijackers worshiped at Dar Al Hijrah in Falls Church for a short time. And Ali Al-Timimi, a popular lecturer at the Center for Islamic Information and Education in Falls Church, was recently sentenced to life in prison for inciting a group of followers to train for a violent jihad against the United States. The executive committee at Dar Al Hijrah supported him and called the federal prosecution overzealous.
In all, it's a well-written, balanced story that favors a positive outlook, rather than a fear-mongering-future-terrorists-could-be-your-next-door-neighbors story that so easily could have been written. Favorite quote, involving a minor issue that keeps mosques in the area from sounding the traditional Adhan, or call to prayer:
"I'm laughing now," he said, speaking from a coffee shop near his office in Falls Church as noontime chimes began ringing at a nearby church. "I can hear the church bells coming from Columbia Pike. . . . One day we will hear bells and the call for prayers. I believe that day is coming."