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Final ruling Supreme Court on Raposa Serra do Sol favours indigenous' rightsSaturday, October 26th, 2013
From Cimi, 23 October 2013:
The Supreme Court ruling on a series of appeals and embargos, Wednesday the 23rd of October, maintained the original 2009 ruling on the demarcation of Raposa Serra do Sol, but also counter-act various recent anti-indigenous measures. Though maintaining the nineteen conditions that accompanied the original ruling, which do not favour the indigenous, the court denied any nationally binding effect to these conditions.
The ministers of the Brazilian Supreme Court (STF ) ruled on Petition 3388 and on seven so-called declaratory embargos presented to the decision that recognized the constitutionality of the demarcation of the Raposa Serra do Sol, Roraima, in 2009.
Following the vote of the rapporteur, judge Luís Roberto Barroso, the Court upheld the judgment of the decision of 2009, including 19 conditions and stressing unequivocally restricting them Raposa Serra do Sol , or denying the binding effect of the same to the other indigenous lands in Brazil .
Indigenous victory
Even though the nineteen condition were not dismissed, as demanded in one embargo by the indigenous peoples of Raposa and other regions of Brazil country, the outcome of the ruling on Petition 3388 represents an important victory for the indigenous peoples, fighting for their traditional territories. Only the judges Joaquim Barbosa and Marco Aurélio de Mello voted in favour of the dismissal, in opposition to the rapporteur's vote. The fact is that certain anti-indigenous measures of the Executive and Legislative forces were left defeated.
The Supreme Court ruling deconstructs Ordinance 303 (Portaria 303), enacted by the Attorney General of the Union (AGU) in 2012 and suspended by virtue of massive indigenous mobilization and protests. The ordinance would extend to all indigenous lands of the country the constraints present in the judgment of the Court's decision on the demarcation of Raposa Serra do Sol
With the decision of the Supreme Court, there is no alternative to the Executive than the immediate repeal of Ordinance 303 AGU. Any distinct position will mean an affront to the Supreme Court and a conscious anti-Indigenous policy option by the Federal Government .
Land titles are void
In this ruling, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the original right of indigenous peoples to their traditional lands. The decision reiterated the decision that any property titles referring to land on indigenous territories are void, without any regard to the date they were issued.
The judges also confirmed the validity of the administrative procedures as conducted by the Executive in the demarcation process. Doing so, the Court gave a final blow to the pretensions of the agricultural forces (a bancada ruralista) as expressed through the Constitutional Amendment Proposal (PEC) 215/00, pending in the Congress.
Cimi: Onslaught continues
The Indigenous Missionary Council ( CIMI ) points out, however, that the termination of this process and the final publication of the ruling of Petition 3388 will not resolve the problems concerning the issue of the traditional lands of indigenous peoples. Presumably the political economic, anti-indigenous forces will continue the violent onslaught that they are unleashing against the indigenous people's, their lands and their constitutionally established rights.


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First thing this morning I attended Taking Offense in State Elections. Representatives from AFSCME and Planned Parenthood were the primary speakers. We heard a lot about Wisconsin, and the attacks on womens health care. But we also heard about petition strategies.
During the Q&A, one person mentioned the 800lb gorilla, Citizens United. The only real answer was the general moves against CU.
Next up is Comedy for Activists: Using satire, pranks and creative video for trouble-making. This one hasn't started yet but the room is getting packed.
The presenters are Andrew Boyd, Lee Camp, Elon James White, and Lizz Winstead. I have to say the two funniest are Winstead and White they are both very insightful and funny.
Here's part of a brank Andrew Boyd and Lee Camp did to protest the renaming of an auditorium in the Lincoln Center for David Koch. They object to him trying to whitewash his reputation.
Next session up is the Rhode Island Caucus at 2:00PM in room 553B. Should know some people in that one.

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See the Getting To & Around Augusta-Richmond and Columbia counties chapter on Page 19 for information about local airports, train service and public transportation. The closest commercial flights land at Augusta Regional Airport, about 10 miles from the post. Transportation is not provided to Fort Gordon, unless you are an Advanced Individual Training soldier. AIT soldiers may call the 15th Signal Brigade staff duty at 706-791-8314 and request pickup.
Contact your sponsor and advise them of your estimated arrival time and flight information if applicable prior to your arrival at Fort Gordon.
Sponsorship is vital to the relocation process. Don't PCS without talking to your sponsor before departing for Fort Gordon. Your sponsor will answer any questions you have about the post and the local area, make lodging/dorm arrangements and meet you upon arrival. Your sponsor will be there to help you and your family until you are settled into your new community.
If you have not been in touch with a sponsor and your departure is nearing, visit https://gordon.armymwr.com/relocation/sponsorship for service-specific information on obtaining a sponsor.
Cellphone use by the driver of a moving motor vehicle is prohibited on all Department of Defense installations, unless the cellphone is used with a hands-free device.
From Augusta Regional Airport
Exit from the airport's main entrance and take Tobacco Road. Tobacco Road will lead you directly into the post via Gate 5. After entering the gate, follow Avenue of the States, which will become Rice Road. At the intersection with Chamberlain Avenue, Darling Hall, a three-story brick building with a red roof, will be on the right. Darling Hall is the Soldier Service Center, and likely your first stop at Fort Gordon.
From Interstate 20
From Interstate 20, take Exit 194 to Belair Road and Dyess Parkway. Follow the Dyess Parkway and Fort Gordon signs. Dyess Parkway will bring you directly into the post through Gate 1. Follow the road, which is Chamberlain Avenue, past the guard house. On the left, you will see Darling Hall.
Reporting in to Fort Gordon
Check-in locations and procedures vary for incoming personnel based on their military branch and unit. For more information on where to report upon arrival, visit Fort Gordon's MWR website.
Griffith Hall
250 Chamberlain Ave. 706-790-3676
Ring Hall
36700 O' Club Drive 706-790-3676
Stinson Hall
37302 Avenue of the States 706-790-3676
There are three on-post hotels for your travel needs. Families who are being assigned to Fort Gordon can choose to stay at the Holiday Inn Express Griffith Hall, IHG Army Hotels Ring Hall or IHG Army Hotels Stinson Hall. For all three hotels, check-in time is 4 p.m. and checkout time is 11 a.m. If you are traveling with pets, Stinson Hall is the only pet-friendly hotel on post. For more information on hotel amenities, room rates, booking and check-in procedures, visit the IHG Army Hotels website.


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- General Indoor and Outdoor Bromeliad Care
- Water
- Humidity
- Pots and Potting Media
- Light
- Fertilizing
- Flowering
- Bromeliads
- Graham has discovered the brilliance of bromeliads.
- Now he's keen to make up for lost time and introduce you to the all-year-round splendour of these easy care show-stopping sensations.
- When to plant
- How to plant
- Where to grow
- Feeding
- Watering
- Pruning
- How to keep pests away
- Flowering season
- Bromeliad companions
- Plant notes – some more information about our favourite broms
- Red Flame Sword (Echinodorus schlueteri x E. barthii hybrid) – Bare Root
- Care Of Vriesea Plants: How To Grow Flaming Sword Plants Indoors
- How to Grow Flaming Sword Plants
- Care of Vriesea Plants
- More Vriesea Flaming Sword Info
General Indoor and Outdoor Bromeliad Care
Author: Melanie Dearringer
Care and Culture, Growing Indoors, Growing Outdoors
Bromeliad is the name for a family of plants that is incredibly diverse. There are 2,877 different species of bromeliads. And just about as many ways to care for them as there are different varieties. That being said there are a few things that will remain true for the majority of bromeliads and general principles of bromeliad care that will remain consistent. The following are tips for both indoor and outdoor bromeliad care and maintenance.
Almost all bromeliads are native to tropical climates. Their original habitat is humid and they grow on shady forest floors or attached to trees. This means bromeliads are adapted for warm, wet, shady climates. If you live in an area that will not freeze, you can safely plant your bromeliad outside. However, make sure you have a space that will not expose your bromeliad to large amounts of direct sunlight. A bromeliad can experience leaf burn if exposed to too much direct light. Different varieties have different tolerances for exposure to sun. Monitor your site to determine how much direct sun it receives and at what time of day and then purchase a bromeliad whose needs align with your site specifications. It is also important that your bromeliad remains moist.
-Guzmania monostachia
If you live in an arid climate there are some bromeliads that are better suited to handle dry air. You may need to mist a bromeliad regularly if the humidity is less than ideal (60%). Be sure to mist when your plant's leaves are dry, but before they are exposed to any direct sun.
For those living in climates with a colder season, you will want to consider planting your bromeliads in containers. If you want the bromeliads to appear as part of your landscaping, dig a hole and bury the container. Be sure that your container has adequate drainage so the rainwater is not trapped within. This is a clever way to make the bromeliad appear as if it is growing from the ground, but allows for it to be easily transported inside before any damaging frost sets in.
Bromeliads also make great indoor plants. They have few needs and very few problem pests. With the right care, you can enjoy bromeliads in your home or office year round.
Bromeliads are adapted to withstand drought, but are much less tolerant of being over-watered which can cause root rot. It is important that your bromeliad is planted in a medium that allows for fast drainage. Each time you water the potting medium, thoroughly soak it so that the water runs from the drainage holes. This will remove any salt build up in the potting media. Don't water the bromeliad again until at least the top two inches of potting media are dry. Any more often than this and the plant will be sitting in too much water and could succumb to root rot.
-The central tank
Many bromeliads also have a tank. This is the part of the plant where the leaves meet together and form what looks like a cup. Bromeliads also take in water through their central tank. Fill the tank with water, preferably rainwater, and be sure to flush it regularly to prevent water stagnation. If you have an epiphytic bromeliad, meaning your plant is growing on a rock, tree bark, or somehow mounted instead of potted in medium, watering is a bit different. You can simply keep the plant moist by misting it regularly.
Note: It is important to never use a metal container to water a bromeliad. Bromeliads are very sensitive to metal and the results could be devastating to your plant.
Just like bromeliads that are grown outdoors, indoor bromeliads also prefer 60% humidity. This level of humidity can be very difficult to maintain especially in a home that is being heated by a furnace in the winter season. There are several options for increasing humidity levels.
- Run a humidifier near your plant.
- Create a humidity tray. Simply take a shallow plant saucer, or tray, and fill it with small pebbles or decorative stones. Fill the tray with water to just below the stones' surface. Then set your potted bromeliads on or near the tray. The water will add moisture to the air and increase humidity in that area. If you set the container on top to the tray, it is important to make sure it is not setting in the water. This will keep the bromeliad's roots too wet and can result in root rot.
- Place a few more plants in the vicinity. Transpiration, the process in which a plant converts water into a vapor and releases it into the atmosphere, will help raise the humidity of the immediate area.
- Use a spray bottle to mist the plant regularly. This requires a bit more diligence but is fairly simple.
Pots and Potting Media
Pots and potting media can directly affect the moisture levels in the bromeliad. Plastic pots tend to hold moisture for a longer period of time. If you are in an arid region or raising you bromeliad in a heated home, you may want to consider a plastic container to house your plant in. Unglazed clay pots are porous and allow water to seep out. If you are living in a very humid area, you may want to consider this type of container so your plant doesn't stay overly wet. You will want to make sure that there is some sort of saucer or pad underneath to catch the seeping water otherwise you could end up damaging the the floor or furniture the pot sits on. Regardless the type of container, never use soil when potting your bromeliad. It is too dense and will not allow for the quick drainage that bromeliads require. Instead, use potting mixes specially formulated for bromeliads or mix your own using porous materials.
Bromeliads have a wide range of light tolerances. Some varieties prefer bright, indirect light while other thrive in almost constant shade. For the most part, bromeliads thrive in bright, sunny spaces. However, exposure to direct sunlight for an extended period of time can cause damage to the leaves. In the winter, a south facing window is ideal.
Bromeliads require little fertiliziing. Occasionally you will want to use a water soluble fertilizer. Never place fertilizer in a bromeliads central tank. Instead, fertilize around the bromeliad's base. Air plants can benefit from a liquid fertilizer dilluted to 1/2 to 1/4 strength. Simply spray the mixture over your air plant. Many people try to encourage faster growth with the use of fertilizer. But because bromeliads are slow growing plants, too much fertilizer can cause the leaves to become leggy and vibrant colors to diminish.
-Red bracts with purple inflorescence
Most bromeliads flower only once in their lifetime. The brightly colored leaves that are often mistaken for flowers are actually called bracts, a leaf-like structure from which an inflorescence may grow. A bromeliad grows by added new leaves to the center of the plant. At some point, the center will become crowded and new leaves will no longer have room to form. At this point, the bromeliad will focus its energy on producing pups, also known as offsets. The bloom on a bromeliad can last several months and the colorful bracts even longer.You can cut back the flower once it becomes unsightly. Use a sharp, sterilized instrument and cut the spike back as far as possible without injuring the remaining portion of the plant. Sadly, the mother plant will eventually die. But hopefully not before producing offspring to continue its legacy. To learn more about pups, check out our free Beginner's Guide to Bromeliad Pups.
Following a few simple steps can keep you enjoying bromeliads, both indoors and out, for several seasons.
- Provide bright light without direct sun exposure
- Maintain optimal humidity
- Keep air flowing around the plants
- Make sure the plants stay moist but not soggy
- Provide adequate drainage
- Fertilize sparingly
It is always important to read the specifications for your particular type of bromeliad. Bromeliad care requirements can vary and you may find that you will need to tweak a few things such as light exposure or watering techniques for optimal growth.
Bromeliads are tough, interesting and don't require much fuss. That's my kind of plant to have in a climate where gardening is a year-round activity. They're a very popular houseplant so I want to share with what I've learned over the years about caring for them indoors.
Oh Bromeliads, how I love you! I'm so happy that I'm able to grow a variety of these pineapple relatives in my garden here in Santa Barbara.
I started out my post-college horticultural career as an interior plant technician, which is a fancy name for someone who runs all over the place and takes care of plants in offices, lobbies, malls, hotels and even airports.
Granted these aren't the most welcoming environments for plants which are native to the subtropics and tropics, but in all cases, the bromeliads certainly held their own.
They were sold as "color plants" and certainly were a lot more long lasting and much more forgiving than begonias, azaleas, mums and the like.
The flowers on Neoregelias are very tiny (& they appear deep inside the cup) but their foliage is the main draw.
I'm hanging out on my back patio talking Bromeliads:
I've not only cared for and placed 100's of Bromeliads on commercial accounts but I've also grown them as houseplants too. I'm happy to share what I've learned with you:
Like many other tropical plants brought indoors, bromeliads like nice, bright light but no prolonged periods of direct, hot sun. In nature, they grow under the canopies of other plants where it's bright but direct sun is limited. They'll survive for a while in lower light conditions but need a fair amount of it to bring out the color and initiate flowering and pupping (their process of making babies – see Propagation below).
It's a bit vague without getting into foot candle measurements but you want your Bromeliad to be somewhere near but not in a window or windows with a west or south exposure. During the darker months, you may have to move it to a spot that gets more light. In commercial accounts, they were rotated out on a monthly basis so the exposure wasn't as big a deal.
I've found that bromeliads like a good watering every month. Water the growing mix thoroughly & then let it all drain out of the pot. The majority of bromeliads are epiphytes (meaning they grow on other plants, rocks, logs, etc & not in the soil) so never keep them soggy or let them sit directly in water. Keep the cup, which is center part aka the tank or reservoir, 1/4 to 1/2 full of water at most. Be sure to flush out the cup every month or 2 as bacteria can collect in the dirty water.
In the cooler, darker months back off on the watering, to maybe every 2 months, & keep the cup 1/4 full to almost dry. You don't want your Bromeliad to rot. Bromeliads with a cup (like Aechmeas & Neoregelias) are susceptible to salt damage which occurs because of the water quality or over fertilizing. Although most tap water is just fine, yours could possibly have high amounts of salts & mineral, so in that case, use rain or distilled water.
Soil / Repotting
Bromeliads love rich, organic matter in their soil but they must have excellent drainage. If you have Cymbidium orchid mix, then you can use this for potting up your Bromeliads too. I use a mixture of succulent & cactus mix, orchid bark, worm castings, & compost. Another good additive is coco coir, which is a more environmentally friendly alternative to peat moss.
Bromeliads have a small root system so you don't have to worry about repotting them too often. Every 4-5 years is probably just fine & you only need to go up 1 or 2 pot sizes. And, it's best to not repot them in the cooler months when the roots are resting.
This is Aechmea fasciata, the Bromeliad that was the most popular in my interior plant-scaping days.
Bromeliads aren't fussy & don't need much if any fertilizing. If you feel the need to feed them, then use a balanced liquid fertilizer or an all purpose orchid food diluted at 1/2 strength in the spring or summer. There are fertilizers which are specially formulated for bromeliads but whichever you decide to use, don't over fertilize them!
Temperature / Humidity
Temperature isn't too important as bromeliads tolerate a wide range of temps. Mine grow outdoors & our winter months can get into the 40's & into the 80's/90's in the summer/fall. Humidity is more important as these plants are native to the subtropics & the tropics. If your home is really dry, then mist them a couple of times a week or grow them over a tray filled with water & pebbles to up the ante on the humidity.
The easiest way to propagate Bromeliads is by removing the pups (the little babies that appear off the base of the mother plant) & replanting them. If you're new to this, you might want to wait until the pups are a fairly good size so roots have formed. I've also removed pups when they're smaller & planted them with success. Growers also propagate them by seed but it's a much, much more tedious process.
Guzmanias have bright, showy flowers but their foliage is rather plain.
These plants require very little pruning which makes me very happy. A bottom leaf will occasionally die – simply remove it. If your bromeliad has a flower stalk, like an Aechmea or Guzmania, then prune it off after it has died. At some point the mother plant will die (but don't be sad – remember, I said new babies will appear) & you'll need to cut that off after it completely goes.
Yes, bromeliads come in a variety of colors. Some have a stalk with a large showy flower atop it while others have small flowers which appear deep inside the cup.
Mine have never gotten any pests whether they were growing indoors or out. They're most susceptible to mealy bugs & scale. You can wipe the mealy bug off with alcohol & a cotton swab. Scale can be removed with your fingernail or a dull knife. Don't use an oil spray (like horticultural or neem oils) on your Bromeliads as they can smother the plant.
This is Pink Quill Plant, which actually has the genus Tillandsia (along with its other Air Plant friends).
Here's a head's up if you have kitties: they love to chew on those crunchy leaves but the good news is that these plants are considered non-toxic. Other than that, bromeliads make a fine houseplant and are as easy care as it gets. As a matter of fact, there are some bromeliads I've had my eye on so I think I need to add to my collection soon!
Happy Gardening,
More Neoregelias. These are my favorites – I love the patterned foliage.
Photo – Sanmongkhol/.com
Graham has discovered the brilliance of bromeliads.
Now he's keen to make up for lost time and introduce you to the all-year-round splendour of these easy care show-stopping sensations.
Bromeliads are members of a plant family known as Bromeliaceae with over 2700 described species in approximately 56 genera. The most well known bromeliad is the pineapple. The family contains a wide range of plants including some very un-pineapple like members such as Spanish Moss (which is neither Spanish nor a moss).
Other members resemble aloes or yuccas while still others look like green, leafy grasses. Billbergias were the first bromeliads I ever came across. As a teenager, I soon realised how easy they were to grow, multiplying by the dozen with striking flowers, despite them receiving little-to-no care. I was in for a shock later in life when I discovered there were so many eye-catching members of the bromeliad family. How did it come about? Well, several years ago, Linda introduced me to Bob Christophel, Australia's acknowledged Bromeliad Man. Bob was an expert grower, breeder and collector of bromeliads, who was supplying high-quality bromeliads for the gardens Linda was designing for Channel Seven's garden makeover show, GroundForce. Bob became a dear friend and fostered my curiosity for these epiphytic beauties. I released their importance as colourful focal plants – accent plants that remained accents all year around.
Glowing splashes of hardy tropical colour. Silver falls of Spanish moss. Photo – Moolkum/.com
In general they are inexpensive, easy to grow, require very little care, and reward the grower with brilliant, long lasting blooms and ornamental foliage. They come in a wide range of sizes from tiny miniatures to giants. They can be grown indoors in cooler climates and can also be used outdoors in temperate areas. With few exceptions, the flower stalk is produced from the centre of the rosette. With rare exceptions, bromeliads only flower a single time. Once the plant stops producing leaves and produces its flower, it will not start making leaves again. It will, however, vegetatively produce new plantlets called "offsets" or "pups". These plants will feed of the "mother" plant until they are large enough to set roots of their own and survive as a separate plant. The mother may sometimes survive a generation or two before finally dying off. Pups are usually produced near the base of the plant – inside the sheath of a leaf. Sometimes, however, pups may be produced on long stolons or at the top of the flower spike of the mother plant. The green, leafy top of a pineapple is in fact a pup that may be removed and planted to start a new plant.
Guzmannia. Photo – ntdanai/.com
In my book, there is a bromeliad for every garden. These stunning plants are suitable for cool or hot gardens, tropical or temperate, sun or shade, indoors or out, in pots or in the garden, even growing up in the fork of tree branches. And today, their colourful leaves are breathtaking to behold – a brilliant backbone to the subtropical garden. So what are you waiting for?
When to plant
Bromeliads are not seasonal plants and will grow all year round. They are not dependent on a certain temperature or air humidity to thrive, and can tolerate freezing winter conditions as well as sticky summer days. At the extremes, humidity can affect and alter the appearance of the foliage, changing its texture and colour.
How to plant
The roots of a bromeliad are purely for balance, as the leaves of the plant provide all the nutrients, food and water it needs. There's no need to prepare soil as the best way to plant a bromeliad is to place the plant, pot and all, inside a gravel-lined hole in the ground. Simply mulch the surface with pebbles and you've planted your bromeliad before you've even had time to get thirsty.
Where to grow
Bromeliads can be grown in pots, in the garden, in greenhouses, on balconies, indoors or mounted on a tree or piece of wood. Many bromeliads don't need full sunlight and in fact, grow better in shady spots – that's why they're so successful under big trees. As a general rule, soft-leaf bromeliads like more shade than the hard-leaf varieties. Four giant varieties that love full- to part-sun include Weraughia sanguinolenta 'Rubra', Neoregelia 'Alan Freeman' Hybrids, Neoregelia 'Gee Whiz', Neoregelia cruenta 'Rubra' – broad leaf form. There are also several varieties that thrive in cool tropical zones. Make sure you ask which conditions will best suit your bromeliad. And if you stick your bromeliad inside, make sure you take it out for some air to refresh it every week.
Spanish moss grows from trees and feeds from air. Photo – Moolkum/.com
Bromeliads cannot live on air alone and need to be fertilised occasionally. Feed them with a spray of quarter-strength Seasol or Aquasol no more than twice a year. Never fertilise a bromeliad during winter and always water lightly, just before fertilisation.
Over-watering a bromeliad is just about one of the only ways to kill it. Bromeliads are not thirsty plants and filling the centre of them with water will cause the plant to rot. Instead, read your plant. If your bromeliad looks dry, water it, if it doesn't, leave it alone.
Simply cut off any damaged bits on the leaves of your bromeliad, by following the natural shape of the leaf. Cutting like this has no consequences for the plant, and the surgery will be unnoticeable.
How to keep pests away
Bromeliads are a durable species, rarely bothered by pests. Don't use pesticides, as they tend to smother the plants' breathing pores. Over-watering bromeliads and bad ventilation can be a welcoming atmosphere for some bugs, so regulate watering to avoid any pests. Scale insects can be simply wiped away. Because bromeliads breathe through their leaves, do not use white oil as it will suffocate them. Fungal rot is a potential problem, but it is easy to avoid – just use the correct potting mix (pine bark) and don't over water.
Aechmea, Vriesia grow from trucks and branches. Photo – Ratana21/.com
Flowering season
The dramatic flowers of a bromeliad will last for at least six months. A plant's flowering season depends on the age of the plant and not the time of the year. The offspring created by a flowering bromeliad, will develop as the mother plant ages, and eventually take over. This means that your plant will be constantly in bloom, with old and new flowers.
Bromeliad companions
Crotons have brilliantly coloured foliage and look superb en masse in frost-free coastal locations. For height and colour look to hardy mother-in-laws-tongue, Sansevieria, and the strappy-leaved dianella (D. 'Border Gold', 'Border Silver and 'Border Emerald') are perfect for dry shade and will grow to about 60cm. Clivea love the same dappled shade conditions and the range of hot colours in orange, yellow and tangerine go well with the bright foliage of the broms. As will Brunnera 'Jack Frost', Plectranthus 'Mona Lavender' and the colourful coleus.
Plant notes – some more information about our favourite broms
Common name: Giant Alcantarea
Plant name: Alcantarea imperialis
Description: A giant broad-leafed bromeliad that forms a huge rosette of steel-grey foliage with a ruby red reverse.
Size: Height 1.5m, width 1m.
Special comments: Spectacular foliage colours make bromeliads the perfect companion for coleus and clivea. Grow directly in pine bark to keep them well-drained. We grow this in pots and frogs live in the water inside the well.
The enormous flower spike of the Alcantera. Photo – Linda Ross
Common name: Flaming Sword
Plant name: Vriesia
Description: The plants bear interesting and varied foliage and sword-like, eye-catching flowers. They are easy to grow and are a good bromeliad for beginners.
Size: Height 50cm, width 50cm.
Special comments: When potting, don't forget that the leaves hold water, so it's important to keep the central cup upright or it will tip all over you.
Common name: Vase or Urn Plant
Plant name: Aechmea
Description: One of the best known of these plants is Aechmea fasciata, or 'Silver King', which has long-lasting, pretty pink flowers and is often used as an indoor plant.
Size: Height 40cm, width 40cm.
Special comments: Division is the easiest method of propagation: wait until the offsets or pups are about 15cm in size then cut them away from the mother plant with a sharp knife and re-pot into pine bark.
Common name: Heart of Flame
Plant name: Neoregelia
Description: Many hybrids are very colourful and easy to grow. They are epiphytic bromeliads, which have blue or white flowers, and various red spots and markings on the leaves.
Size: Height 1.5m, width 1m.
Special comments: Good indoor plants, but they need to be freshened up with a spell outside every now and again.
Common name: Flaming Torch
Plant name: Billbergia
Description: There are around 60 species of billbergia; all are colourful and well-suited to growing in the garden around the base of trees. They clump up quickly to form good flower displays, although the flower spike on some species is short-lived.
Size: Height 1.5m, width 1m.
Special comments: Foliar feed every spring.
Did you know?
Frogs often live in the central well of bromeliads; we've had frogs living in our broms for years. Mother frogs will deposit one tadpole into each well, giving them enough room to grow into adults on their own.
Bromeliads are in the same family as pineapples! Around 500 years ago, Christopher Columbus spotted the pineapple being cultivated in the West Indies and brought it back to Europe.
Bromeliads come from the southern states of North America to as far south as Argentina. They grow in a range of climates from the mountains to the sea, the deserts to the tropics; there is a bromeliad for every situation.
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Red Flame Sword (Echinodorus schlueteri x E. barthii hybrid) – Bare Root
The Red Flame Sword (Echinodorus schlueteri x E. barthii hybrid) is a breathtaking centerpiece plant for the aquarium. Its green and red leaves make for a very distinctive appearance, and its tall, large leaves are remarkably noticeable in heavily planted settings. Best of all, it is extremely undemanding in regards to care requirements.
Care for the Red Flame Sword is very easy. While it will thrive in high lighting, it is also very durable and can do very well in low to moderate lighting. It requires nutrient-rich substrate for its extensive root structure. This plant produces very large leaves, so it must be planted with care to not cast too much shade on other plants as it grows. It is certainly only suitable for background placement in smaller aquariums, but it can also be placed in the middle ground of larger aquariums. The Red Flame Sword reproduces through rhizome division as well as by the production of side shoots, which can be removed and replanted. It is very intolerant of copper, so please keep this in mind if you are using tap water in your aquarium.
Like most plants, Red Flame Sword will benefit from supplementation such as Seachem Flourish, Flourish Excel, nitrogen, and other plant supplements.
What We Like About This Plant:
- Tall and wide growth that is ideal for larger aquariums
- Very easy to propagate, can be modified for foreground use
- Provides a great deal of cover for animal fry
- Very hardy and durable in a well-lit, nutrient-rich aquarium
Care Guidelines:
- Temperature: 72° – 83° F (22° – 28° C)
- pH: 6.5 – 7.5
- Lighting: Moderate to High
- Origin: Indigenous to South America, cultivated in US nurseries
- Aquarium placement: Middle to background
- Care: Easy
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Care Of Vriesea Plants: How To Grow Flaming Sword Plants Indoors
The flaming sword houseplant, Vriesea splendens, is one of the most common bromeliads used for indoor decoration and is one of the showiest. You may already have one in your houseplant collection and wonder how to grow flaming sword plants.
Vriesea flaming sword info says there are 250 varieties of Vriesea, providing a range of color in both foliage and colorful bracts. The flaming sword houseplant is commonly named for its red bracts that appear when the plant is three to five years old. It is an epiphyte in its native habitat.
How to Grow Flaming Sword Plants
The flaming sword houseplant grows best in a one to one mix of regular potting soil and orchid mix. Special soil for bromeliads is sometimes available at the local garden center.
Vriesea flaming sword info indicates a special display for the plant can
eliminate the need for growing in soil. Attach the plant to a slab or large piece of bark reminiscent of its native habitat to provide an interesting display.
Care of Vriesea Plants
Locate the flaming sword houseplant in bright, indirect light indoors. Allow some direct morning or evening sun in winter, if possible. Care of Vriesea plants includes keeping them in temperatures above 60 F. (16 C.), but no warmer than 80 F (27 C).
As with other bromeliads, the flaming sword houseplant has a cup or tank in the middle of the plant. Keep this cup filled with water. Vriesea flaming sword info says watering for this plant should be minimal. Soil should be no more than lightly moist and never allowed to completely dry out. The top half of the plant can be allowed to dry out between waterings.
This bromeliad does, however, like high humidity. Mist the plant frequently or place it on a pebble tray indoors or near the company of other houseplants that transpire. Fifty percent humidity is necessary for optimum performance of Vriesea flaming sword.
More Vriesea Flaming Sword Info
The flaming sword houseplant blooms just once and begins to decline, but it provides more plants before passing away, as small offsets called pups can be removed from the mother plant. Sever pups when they are one-half to two-thirds the size of the mother plant.
Thus, the process begins again. In three to five years you can expect blooming bracts on the babies and another round of pups to propagate.


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but if your boat has fiberglass decks, expect materials for a cork decking including adhesives, seam caulk, and binder to cost about $37 a square foot. labor will boost the total to about $75 per square foot. laying teak over a clean fiberglass or plywood deck will cost between $100 and $120 a square foot. the test
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SPOILER ALERT: This article discusses potential storylines for the upcoming Season 6 of History Channel's Vikings. Please proceed with caution if you wish to avoid the possibility of spoilers.
A newly leaked image of Lagertha, played by Katheryn Winnick, in History Channel's Vikings has emerged that appears to seal the character's fate in the upcoming final season, according to the Daily Express.
The image shows Lagertha laying on a funeral pyre, apparently deceased. Flames appear to be licking up the sides of the pyre. The image was originally posted to Reddit's Vikings subreddit and it is unclear how the image was obtained. Although, it is posted with the address for a Brazilian YouTube channel across the image.
Assuming this new image is correct and not a Photoshopped image, fans are already speculating on how Lagertha will come to meet this fate.
As previously reported by The Inquisitr, Winnick has recently posted a new video featuring Lagertha to her Instagram account. In it, the suggestion is made that Lagertha will go up against King Harald Finehair (Peter Franzen) in the final season of Vikings.
While Harald could be the one to kill Lagertha, it is more likely that her death will come at the hands of one of the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok (Travis Fimmel), as prophesized by the Seer (John Kavanagh).
Many fans believe Ivar the Boneless (Alex Hogh) will be the son that finally kills the famous shieldmaiden after being dedicated to her downfall since Lagertha killed his mother, Aslaug (Alyssa Sutherland), in Season 4 of Vikings. However, many fans believe that this prediction is too obvious and point towards some of Ragnar's other sons.
Hvitserk (Marco Oslo) is another favorite to be the son that disposes of Lagertha in Season 6 of Vikings.
"Hvitserk is around and he's the wildcard, we know he's gonna end up with Ivar, and the Seer told him he'd do something many failed to," said Redditor harleyyquinade.
"Many people failed to kill Lagertha."
Of course, there is also the wildcard of Ubbe (Jordan Patrick Smith), another of Aslaug's sons that appears much more compliant to Lagertha's rule of Kattegat than Ivar and Hvitserk.
In addition, some fans of Vikings believe that Bjorn Ironside (Alexander Ludwig), Lagertha's own son to Ragnar, could be the one to finally kill her. This would be completely unexpected considering the relationship between Bjorn and Lagertha. However, some fans believe that it could be a mercy killing and would, therefore, still uphold the prophecy while maintaining a shocking twist.
However, fans will have to tune into the next season of Vikings to find out more about the potential death of Lagertha.
Vikings will return to History Channel with Season 6. As yet, no premiere date has been announced.


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To those who participated to 1 Company survey a heartfelt thank you! By this, we are now able to reflect on how to improve the 1 Company program, that aims to unite the whole company in a Cohesive Group.
Compared with the questionnaire sent in April, we saw a decrease in responses, although participation remained high; this time we have streamlined the questions and simplified the compilation, an aim that we are committed to replicate in next edition: we want to allow you to give your opinion on 1 Company with ever greater simplicity!
This time we collect more than 350 answers, with different levels of involvement: the percentage at the top of the columns corresponds to the number of answers obtained, compared to the total of those who received the survey on their email address.
Here below you can see a summary of the result: we have a chart with nine bars that summarize the scores of 4 questions each. The lighter bars indicate the scores of April, compared with the dark ones of November.
The percentages shown correspond to all those who answered "3 – fairly in agreement" and "4 – totally agree" with the statements presented. We call it green area! Vice versa, the difference between this percentage and 100% corresponds to all those who declared themselves dissatisfied with the topic (red area). The survey helps us to understand our strengths and where we can still improve.
For example, the category named 1 Company Mission summarize 4 different question regarding the purpose of the program:
Here we see that 78% of the sample believes that "Lucchini RS Group is committed in maintaining local character", while a percentage that is between 62 and 65% considers the other three statements (highlighted in yellow) to be true.
In general, this category, as long as Group Identity, shows satisfactory results, even if they can be improved. The 1 Company Values category, which investigates how the six values of 1 Company program (Excellence, Team Work, Customer Orientation, Ethics, Passion and Wellbeing) are widespread in the group, has a more than satisfactory level (we investigate, for example, the consistency between personal values and company values, declared high by 88% of the sample, and coherence between the values shown by the managers with those of Lucchini RS Group: they match for 62% of the respondents).
Looking at the remaining categories, a lot of work can be done: we first have knowledge of the objectives of the 1 Company program, which earns 4% compared to April but remains below 40%; in this category are analyzed questions such as "It's clear for me how to contribute to 1 company targets", satisfactory if we look at the scores obtained in SUBCOs (60%), less if we observe LRS, with particular attention to RW and F&C Operations (32%).
Then we have the program involvement: SUBCOs seem to be better involved in 1 Company program (39%), but far less than in S1 (-18%); in this category it is investigated how much Lucchini RS Group pushes to participate in the program and the enthusiasm that gather in its participants. Finance, Controlling, Accounting and IT are the dept. most encouraged (50%) and excited (58%) to participate in the activities of 1 Company program.
If we look at the communication linked to the 1 Company program, we see it rises by 8% compared to April, in particular on the quality of information (+ 11% from April) and by the frequency with which they are widespread (+ 11%).
Finally, we fall to 30% and below when we look at the management of 1 Company program (31%, -5%), its impact (26%, -11%) and the sustainability of the initiative (28%, -11%). Particularly critical is the opinion regarding "1 Company projects have a real impact on Lucchini RS Group" (13%, -30% compared to April, in particular for SUBCOs [-44%] and Finance, Controlling, Accounting and IT [ -56%]).
Here follows the reflection of our CEO, Augusto Mensi, that commented the results during the 1 Company Meeting of November: "I think this is very important: you see that the interest of achieving an improvement was very high and it improve even further. What we did not improve last year […] is to translate this spirit in real effort. We are not so effectively in closing in real time our project, and in general we are communicating more about 1 Company, but we are not able to communicate to the people the result of our effort […]: great expectation, great feeling…and then? Disappointment. But is good to know: we achieved good result, but we must do more. The effectiveness of 1 company program is our responsibility […] we have to take care of this "
For this reason, from 2019 onwards, we will strengthen the dissemination of the program and the sharing of its effects on the Group thanks to its integration with the business plan 1 Vision. Moreover, in order to enhance the Company's unique spirit, during the 1 Company meeting of this year great attention was given to the definition of the strategic objectives of the Group. Each of them was declined in an implementation roadmap, customized for the site that will follow it: 1 Company program and the diffusion of a single company model will be achieved respecting the local identities and needs.
You can find more details about 1 Company survey results and an overview on the program in the Obeya Room in Lovere. Soon will be also ready a digital room where also our colleagues located out of Italy could reach the contents.
Thanks again for the participation, that we hope even greater for the next survey edition: your opinion is important, and the time you will dedicate to share your opinion will direct the future development of the Lucchini RS Group.


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Skip to comments.GM, Ford Sales Fall As Asian Brands Gain- : ( guess Mustang is a bust
Posted on 06/01/2005 5:04:36 PM PDT by Flavius
DETROIT (AP) -- The U.S. automotive scene changed little in May: General Motors Corp. and Ford Motor Co. again reported decreased demand for their vehicles, particularly trucks and SUVs, while Chrysler Group and Asian brands generally posted positive results.
ADVERTISEMENT To make matters worse for GM and Ford -- and their suppliers -- both automakers said Wednesday they plan to cut third-quarter production because of sluggish business. The cuts are sure to hurt the companies' bottom lines.
George Pipas, Ford's top sales analyst, said May was a weak month for the industry, especially compared to last year. The seasonally adjusted annual sales rate for May was 16.6 million vehicles, down from 17.7 million last May. The rate indicates what sales would be for the full year if they remained at the same pace for all 12 months. Full-year sales for 2004 were about 17 million.
"The consumer appears to have taken a little pause," Pipas said. "The Memorial Day weekend was pretty strong, but it didn't outdo the month-end reporting of a year ago."
GM and Ford, the nation's two biggest automakers, saw sales slip again in May as customers continued to turn away from their sport utility vehicles and trucks in favor of models from Asian competitors. The traditional Big Three automakers saw truck sales slip 4.4 percent in May, while Asian automakers saw comparable sales rise 6.9 percent.
GM's car sales fell 1.6 percent and truck sales slid 7.8 percent for the month compared with May 2004. GM's sales are now off 5.2 percent for the year. GM hopes that will change next month, when it offers consumers the chance to buy vehicles at the discount rate normally reserved for employees.
"Our challenge in the marketplace is breaking through with consumers," said Paul Ballew, GM's executive director of global market and industry analysis. "Our products are better than they are perceived."
At Ford, the No. 2 carmaker behind GM, new vehicle demand fell for the 12th straight month. Truck sales were down 6.4 percent, and total sales slipped nearly 3 percent for the Ford, Lincoln and Mercury brands. Ford's U.S. business is off 4 percent for the first five months of the year.
There were some bright spots for domestic automakers. DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group said car sales rose 13 percent and truck sales were up 3 percent for the month. The Chrysler 300 sedan and the Chrysler Town and Country minivan helped the Chrysler brand set an all-time monthly sales record, the company said.
Ford's Mustang coupe had its highest May sales since 1980, up 47 percent from last May. But that blistering pace will likely subside in June, Pipas said, because the company can't keep up with demand. GM's Cadillac division also enjoyed its best sales month in 12 years.
The news for Asian automakers was generally good, though results were lower than the double-digit increases some companies saw in April. Toyota Motor Corp.'s sales rose 7.8 percent last month, dragged down a bit by flat truck sales. Overall sales for the automaker are up 11.9 percent for the year.
Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Co.'s truck sales are up 23 percent for the year thanks to its new Tucson SUV, which had a record sales month in May. Hyundai's sales gained 8.5 percent for the month and 12.5 percent for the year.
Nissan Motor Co.'s truck sales are up 27 percent for the year, led by the Armada SUV. Nissan's sales jumped 15.5 percent in May and are up 15.8 percent for the year.
"We're getting on people's shopping lists for the first time" in the SUV segment, said Jed Connelly, Nissan North America's senior vice president for sales and marketing.
Honda Motor Co. saw a 19 percent decline in its aging car lineup. But its trucks, including the new Honda Ridgeline pickup, saw a 14.3 percent increase over last May. Honda's sales are up less than 1 percent for the year.
Sales percentages are adjusted for differences in the number of selling days. There were 24 selling days in May 2005 and 26 in May 2004.
GM, the world's largest automaker, said it plans to cut third-quarter production by more than 100,000 vehicles, or 9 percent. Ford, meanwhile, said it plans to trim third-quarter production by 17,000 vehicles, or 2 percent.
Auto suppliers, already pinched by high steel prices, have been struggling with the cuts all year. GM cut production by around 10 percent in the first and second quarters, and Ford cut production by 10 percent in the first quarter and nearly 5 percent in the second quarter.
Pipas said the cuts will help the automakers adjust their inventories and predicted that production will stabilize in the second half of the year.
GM shares fell 14 cents to close at $31.39 on the New York Stock Exchange. Ford shares fell 6 cents to close at $9.92 and Chrysler shares gained 30 cents to close at $40.59.
The unions are killing the American auto industry. They take about $3 grand from each car to cover retiree obligations.
In order to compete with the Asian models on price, they must compromise quality. While Asian vehicles have tight finishes and nice interiors, GM and Ford crank out rattle-boxes with cheap plastic interiors that squak and groan over every jot and tittle in the road.
For Ford and GM to provide that level of quality, they will overprice the cars for the market.
AND, when they come up with a winner (T-Bird and that new sport pick-up from Chevy) they WAAAAY overprice them. If they priced the T-Bird at $30 grand instead of $45 grand, they'd still be making them.
I drove a Caddy CTS-V but they did not design the rear end correctly and the wheel hop is horrid. But it goes fast once it gets moving. So, I'm going for either the Mercedes C55-AMG or BMW 545i.
I saw the ad they put together with Steve McQueen. I imagine he helped sell a few of those Mustangs.
Another really hot seller will be the Saturn roadster. It's supposed to be under $25K.
From what I can see, the new Mustang seems to be one of the few bright spots in their lineup (along with their trucks). They should give some serious thought to putting the Aviator concept into production (not the rebadged Explorer that they're selling now, but the concept vehicle they've been showing on this year's auto show circuit).
No kidding...I have seen the Moroni's and the Dealer tacks 12-15k on a SRT-8 Charger.They are just coming out for the past 2 Days.
We had a 300C-SRT-8 on the lot for about 30 Minutes....gone!
As a top Tech i get to drive ALL the cars on the lot...let me tell you something...the SRT's ROCKS big time.
Their products still can be a good value if you're willing to take them apart, inspect them and fix the problems, but who in their right mind wants to do that with a new automobile.
Then, they need to strip all options from the car -- radio delete, convenience package delete, sound deadening, etc. -- except for traction control and a cold-air induction box mounted behind a functional 'Air Grabber' scoop.
Lastly, they need to market it as the 'Hemi GTS' with two unique paint options exclusive to the model: Nuclear Fireball Orange and Petty Blue.
Result: 12.10@121mph in the 1/4 mile.
Yea, and VJ Day sure was one big party, too. ;-)
Like I said, I'd like to buy any of the SRT-8's. Preferably $1,000 over sticker but that isn't going to happen. I'd pay the Moroni but not over it.
The Bimmer 545i and the C55-AMG are awesome but for the price of one of those I should be able to get any of the SRT-8's and have a lot of change left over.
I have to admit. I'm a car nut.
Correction: $1,000 over INVOICE. Not sticker.
I saw the ad they put together with Steve McQueen.Click HERE:
Choose connection speed...Then click Gallery, and then click VIDEO gallery...Then click VISIT video gallery.
No, I have driven them and they are awesome.
As a matter of fact I have driven one yesterday;...it smokes the tires, plus they are coming with this nifty thing for the rear seats; a LCD TV!...all bells and whistles, satellite, GPS, Maps at all.
Beats Mercedes hands down (no electrical issues).
The irony is that the car is/was designed by Mercedes engineers, with Mercedes technology.
Don't you remember the old Galaxie 500? It was pretty much the bottom of the line full size car from Ford in the 1960s. It would run ok for about 2 or 3 years, and then it would need to be replaced.
It isn't a name that I would have chosen to resurrect. They should have gone a decade older and just called it the 'new Edsel' if that was the market they were trying to recover.
Read the article!
Ford's Mustang coupe had its highest May sales since 1980, up 47 percent from last May.
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Preparation Tips to Score Better in Class 10 Social Science
Social Science is an important subject for the students of Class 10. Social Science Class 10 consists of History, Civics, Geography and Economics subjects. It is not as difficult as it appears for the students. You can easily score 90 + marks in Social Science if you prepare correctly for the subject. However, since Social Science is a theoretical subject, it is important for you to write good and precise answers.
While preparing for your exams of Social Science, you need to prepare a list of important topics and questions that are frequently asked in the Social Science examinations. Further, you must know that Social Science comprises of four subjects - History, Civics, Geography and Economic and carry a weightage of 20 marks each in the Social Science board paper of Class 10.
Social Studies is a subject that does not involve memorizing of formulas or theorems. Rather, subjects like History, Civics and Geography require you to remember definitions, important dates etc. Check the below technique to mastering the subject and make sure you write logical and scoring answers in exams.
1. For subjects like History, Civics and Geography, a lot can be achieved by getting the details right of the subjects. For these subjects, make a separate note of all dates, phrases, topic-specific terms and definitions. After preparing a chapter, memorize these important details.
2. When memorizing the descriptive answers like events in History, various procedures in Civics and natural processes in Geography, make a note of important terminology to score better.
3. Try to write lengthy answers in points. This way, you can avoid learning the entire paragraph, and you can recall the same easily while writing in the exam.
4. When writing the exam, try to adjust your time appropriately for Social Science subject. First, look at the question paper and decide the pattern of attempting the questions. You may choose to complete the shorter answers first and proceed with the longer ones, or you may start with the longer answers first.
5. Avoid writing the irrelevant things if you are not able to recall the exact answers. It is suggested to jot down all the relevant things first and then move to the things you remember partially.
6. Keep in mind to go through the entire paper after completing that and revise. At this revision time, write any missing dates, terms or facts, you want to add. This will help you make your answers more complete and accurate. Try to correct any grammatical errors made in haste while writing the paper.
7. Check if you can highlight any specific points in the answer sheet. Any special point, the underlined text gets the examiners attention quickly and can help you in scoring good marks in the exam. But be careful when judging what lines and words to highlight in the paper.
8. Start your preparation with NCERT textbook and solve all the questions of the NCERT book. You can refer to NCERT solutions for Class 10 to get the complete set of questions-answers of Social Science book in a well-organized manner. You will find all the answers in the NCERT Solutions in a concise, short and accurate format.
Important Tips for Preparing Social Science
● Subjects like Civics and Economics deal with contemporary issues, so understand the concepts carefully.
● Have clarity when it comes to the concepts of Geography and Economics because several questions are concept based.
● Map-based questions of 5 marks are asked, so practise marking on the map, the places which are famous for steel and iron ore fields, airports, oil refineries, etc.
● For History, know the correct sequence of every event and for that, note down events and dates in chronological order.
● An interesting and easy way to remember dates is to make a timeline of events, in which a sequence of related events arranged in chronological order.
● Learn important dates and events with the help of flowcharts and mind maps.
● Write and learn the answers to the subjects using bulleted points.
● Social Science is a subject in which written practice is required. Thus, practise writing as many answers as you can to boost your confidence.
● Also, practise solving sample paper, previous year question papers. This will make you familiar with the exam pattern of the question paper.
Tips While Attempting the Social Science Exam
● Read the question paper thoroughly.
● First, answer the questions which you know and are comfortable in answering.
● Answers should always be concise and a good introduction and conclusion should be also written
● For 5 marks questions, underline the main points in the paper.
● Spend 3-4 minutes on solving a 1-mark question, then 7 minutes on answering a 3-mark question and devote 10 minutes on a 5-mark question. After that, try to leave the last 10 minutes for revision.
We hope that these tips will help you in getting a high score in the Social Science Class 10 exam. These suggestions will guide you better when preparing for the exam. Apart from these, you will also have to learn time management skills for attempting the paper within the time frame.
Work on the speed and practice the questions from previous year question papers that will help you in knowing the marks distribution and also tracking your overall performance of the Class 10 board exam.
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South Luffenham race ace disappointed to miss out on podium place
Rutland single-seater racing driver Teddy Wilson scored more valuable points for his Formula 4 US Championship campaign in the second round at Pittsburgh.
However, the 17-year-old from South Luffenham was disappointed not to be challenging for podium positions after his win in the opening round of the championship in April and two podiums at this circuit last year.
Racing at the fast and technical Pittsburgh International Race Complex in Pennsylvania, Teddy came away with fifth, ninth and eighth places respectively in his three races.
He said: "It was a tough weekend throughout. Right from qualification we knew we lacked some pace, however it became very apparent in the early stages of the races as I couldn't match the speed of the drivers around me.
"We found ourselves on the back foot and tried to make changes to the car to find the extra performance we needed which is always a gamble.
"Unfortunately, this didn't make the difference and it was damage limitation throughout the weekend."
It was Wilson's first outing at Pittsburgh with team DC Autosport/Cape Motorsport.
In a repeat of conditions mirroring those at the opening round at Road Atlanta, torrential rain storms and flash flooding made two days of official testing prior to the race weekend extremely challenging.
In contrast, the drivers were greeted by hot, dry and sunny conditions for the race weekend.
Motorsport UK AASE Academy member Teddy added: "I want to say a massive thank you to the team for their resilience and dedication throughout the weekend.
"I gave it my all but we knew this wasn't going to be one of our strongest rounds, so now it is time to focus on the remaining races to try and make up the deficit.
"I also want to thank my sponsors and partners C S Ellis (Group) Ltd, Versatile Venues, Safe Products Ltd, Scholl Concepts UK, Custom Racewear and Walero for their support."
Teddy is fifth in 2019 F4 US Championship standings after round two.
The third round takes place at Virginia International Race Complex from July 26-28, however, Teddy still needs more funding to attend and has launched his 'Go Racing With Teddy' racing simulator opportunity for businesses large and small.
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Cover yourself if you are travelling overseas
Preparing for international travel can be stressful: the list of things to arrange can often be daunting. Included in many travel plans must be obtaining a visa from the country you are visiting, a requirement which in many instances requires the payment of a fee.
However, before you can apply for a visa, you must provide proof of flights and accommodation. This indicates to the host country that you are planning on returning home after your holiday, and that you have made the necessary arrangements for your stay while in their country.
"Any international traveller will tell you that making arrangements for travel is a process. You must book your flights, secure your accommodation, and apply for your visa. This, obviously, incurs a certain cost on the part of the traveller, all while the issuing of the visa is not guaranteed," explains the AA's Travel Department.
To limit the financial loss if a visa application is rejected (while flights and accommodation have been paid for), the AA offers AA Travel Insurance that will reimburse you the amount as shown in the schedule of benefits for the non-refundable portion of pre-paid airline tickets and/or accommodation.
"This insurance offers travellers some fall-back financially if their visa applications are declined. It may not cover all the expenses incurred, but it will certainly cover some of the losses, and is a useful product to have to ensure you have some protection if your visa is denied," says AA Travel.
AA Travel urges travellers to check the conditions for visa applications carefully before submitting the forms required by the host country. All sections of the required forms must be completed, and all information must be provided. In many cases, bank statements are needed to prove that you have sufficient funds in your accounts for your travel overseas.
AA Travel says AA Travel Insurance will cover you for the non-refundable portion of your airline ticket and accommodation if your travel has been cancelled or postponed because you didn't obtain a visa. However, there are some instances where you will not be reimbursed. These include:
- If your visa application has been declined because you have a criminal record,
- If your visa has been declined because you have an invalid passport (or if your passport does not have two blank adjacent pages for visa stamps),
- If your application does not comply with all the requirements of the host embassy (such as incomplete forms, not the correct accompanying documentation, etc.)
- If your visa application was not made in the specified time required by the host embassy, and/or,
- If you do not have a return airline ticket.
It is important to note that in all instances, you must be applying for a tourist or business visa only. For more information on AA Travel Insurance visit aa.travel.co.za.
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An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a legal travel document and is a valid form of identification, protection and safety if you find yourself in need of identification or assistance while travelling abroad. It contains your name, photograph and driver information in several languages.
An innovative development by the AA is to have IDPs couriered to the person applying for it.
"Travellers requiring an IDP can visit aa.co.za/international-driving-permit to submit an application for their IDP online, and indicate that they would like to have it couriered to them. Payment is done online, and the IDP will be delivered to them within five working days. This is a great development for travellers who do not have an accredited AA Accredited Sales Agent near them, or who want the convenience of having these delivered," says the AA.
Of course those preferring to obtain the IDP immediately can still do so by visiting their nearest AA Accredited Sales Agent. This process takes less than 15 minutes to finalise. If you are going to do this, please remember to bring along your valid SA identification, your valid South African driver's license, and a passport photograph
"Obtaining an IDP is simple, even more so with the added benefit of having it delivered to your home or office. If you need an IDP please ensure you have left enough time for delivery, or for a visit to one of our accredited stores," concludes AA Travel.


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FSD Computer Upgrade Confirmation
FSD Computer Upgrade Confirmation
I took delivery Oct 9 2018...... have not heard from Tesla regarding chip upgrade. I am expecting that this should happen in the next several months. Not sure how you draw your VIN allocation conclusion from the text you got, but perhaps Jan is the month I should start asking questions.
I took delivery in July 2018. Made a service appointment in MD for tire rotation, and also asked if they could do the FSD computer upgrade. They texted back that my VIN is not scheduled. It seems like the upgrades are starting on the west coast first and hopefully they'll be on the east coast soon.
I am also in MD. I'll start asking in a month or so.
August, 2018 delivery in TN. Tried to schedule this a couple of months back and same answer. By VIN and West to East. I hope they don't skip over the midwest. Based on the original post, I am going to try to schedule again in January. All they can do is say no and cancel the appointment, again.
September 2018 delivery. Tried to schedule last month and was rejected. Still waiting.
Elon tweeted recently that they will start the upgrades in Q1 "in earnest". Makes sense. Let them get through the end of Q4 sales and then they can focus on upgrades.
I took delivery March 2018 and I placed my car in for service today for HW3 upgrade!
I texted Tesla service this morning and they said my Vin was eligible.
Looks like we need a FSD - VIN/Delivery date tracking thread.
But as Yoda says "patience"
Live in CHARLOTTE. M3 Lrrw. Bought new aug 2018 with FSD upgrade. Scheduled today for FSD and I'll let you know the text I receive back
Charlotte, NC here too. I put in a request via mobile app yesterday, stating I was requesting the FSD upgrade. Appointment confirmed for Monday, March 9th. They are also performing a few of the other outstanding service bulletins (charging pin and contactor replacements, off the top of my head). May 2018 LR RWD.
Congrats on your acceptance into CVEAP (cone visualization early adopter program)
SF Bay Area: After reading a number of threads here regarding successful proactive upgrades, I put the request in this morning via the app. I received this text back a few minutes ago:
"Hello [MouseTrap], thank you for creating an appointment for the full self-driving retrofit. Unfortunately, due to supplier constraints we are unable to perform the retrofit at this time. As we receive more information and timing about these retrofits, we will be sure to reach out and update our customers. Unless there are any other issues that need to be taken care of by the service center we will need to cancel your appointment. We appreciate your patience. Best- Tesla Service San Rafael"
No idea what sort of "supplier constraints" they're having - this is the first I've heard of that. June '18 LR RWD
Does China have anything to do with hw3? Coronavirus delays?
Just to be ballsy, I made a service appointment via the app today for HW3 upgrade. Center accepted it, but moved the date out to 4/29 since the equipment is back-ordered. Guess that's better than cancelling it due to VIN not being eligible!


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Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti will resign after overseeing the Italian parliament pass the 2013 to 2015 budget and stability laws.
The announcement came from the office of President Giorgio Napolitano on the evening of 8 December after a two-hour meeting between Napolitano and Monti at the Quirinal Palace. It followed days of uncertainty after former premier Silvio Berlusconi's centre-right Popolo della Libertà (People of Freedom, PdL) party withdrew its support from Monti's technocrat government. The move coincided with Berlusconi announcing that he would run for prime minister again.
The PdL abstained from two parliamentary votes but Monti's government managed to win the votes in both houses. PdL secretary Angelino Alfano said his party considered Monti's technocrat government finished. The instability of the situation saw the Milan stock exchange's FTSE Mib index lose 0.9% to drop to 15,699 points. The spread between 10-year Italian bonds and the German benchmark dropped to 323 points.
Monti said he felt that his government would not be able to finish its term and he would confirm his resignation immediately if the stability and budget laws can be passed "quickly". The legislation is set to pass by the end year, parliament to dissolve late December or early January, and a general election held February or March 2013. Reports in the media suggest that the election is most likely 10 March.
A poll conducted by the SWG polling institute the day before Monti's announcement showed trust in Monti at 33% – an all-time low. That evening Monti was at the season opening of Milan's La Scala opera house, and was reported to have said: "The Sun King has moved away from me."
Monti is credited with calming the financial markets when Italy faced financial disaster in 2011: the spread has reduced to almost half the level it was when he assumed office. He defended his government's record saying it had prevented Italy from "causing new fires in the Eurozone". Monti will not stand in the general election but has said he is prepared to step in should the result be unclear.
At present, polls show the centre-left Partito Democratico (Democratic Party) led by Pier Luigi Bersani with 30% to 40% of possible votes, Beppe Grillo's MoVimento 5 Stelle (Five Star Movement) with 17% to 20%, and the centre-right PdL trailing with 14% to 15%.
Berlusconi has said he thinks the PdL can achieve 30% of votes at an election. He will run touting a growth programme, claiming that the austerity measures of the Monti administration damaged the economy, business, job prospects and public finances.
Some commentators believe Berlusconi has returned to politics to avert attention from his legal problems: he is on trial for underage prostitution and abuse of office for attempting to cover up his alleged payment of the underage woman for sex. Despite his legal troubles, British betting firm Ladbrokes is giving 3/1 odds and William Hill is offering 8/1 odds on Berlusconi becoming prime minister again after upcoming general election.
Credit-ratings agency Standard & Poor's reacted to the situation by announcing that it may lower Italy's BBB+ rating. It cited uncertainty that the next Italian government will follow the economic reforms introduced during Monti's tenure.


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Description: Aeschynomene americana var. depila Millsp., MEXICO, G. F. Gaumer 955, Holotype, F
Current Determination: Aeschynomene americana var. depila Millsp.
Family: Fabaceae
Type Status: Holotype
Location: Mexico
Coordinates: 23 -102
Collector(s): G. F. Gaumer
Collection Date: 30 November 1894
Catalog Subset: Seed Plants
Catalog Project: Negatives/Types
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