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Market Snapshot
Bella Vista
Cedar Park
Current Listings 2
Avg Home Price $592,500
Avg Size (Sq Ft) 3,745
Avg Price/Sq Ft $160
Avg Year Built 2002
A stunning view isn't all there is to the Bella Vista neighborhood of southwest Cedar Park. With homes ranging from the mid $200s to the $700s and stretching anywhere from a modest 2,000 square feet to an expansive 5,000 square feet, Bella Vista has everything you would expect in a master planned community. A community playscape and pool give plenty of opportunities for residents to enjoy themselves, and the Twin Creeks Country Club with its waterpark and golf course is just next door. The active Bella Vista Homeowners' Association keeps residents busy and entertained with its assortment of events held year round, while students will benefit from the award winning Leander ISD schools and its variety of reputable academic and athletic programs. Just up Anderson Mill Road, Bella Vista homeowners can treat themselves at Sugarbaker's Bake Shop, Yaghi's New York Pizzeria and Shake's Frozen Custard. Even the family dog benefits with Doggie Deli just minutes away. Nearby Lakeline Mall offers a wide selection of retailers and restaurants - and it's only 20 minutes to The Domain and Arboretum shopping areas. With great views at home and so much nearby, it's easy to see why Bella Vista is such a popular Cedar Park neighborhood.
Bella Vista Location and Map
- 27.2 mi/37 mins to Bergstrom International Airport
- 18.5 mi/25 mins to downtown Austin
Bella Vista Real Estate
Current Market: Bella Vista MLS ListingsLast Updated 11/12/19 at 3:45am
|Total Listings 2
|Residential Listings 2
|Home Sites 0
|Avg List Price $592,500
|Highest Price $625,000
|Lowest Price $560,000
|Avg Size (Sq Ft) 3,745
|Avg Price / Sq Ft $160
|Price / Sq Ft Range $146 - $174
|Avg Lot Size 0.265
|Avg Taxes / Year $10,741
|Avg Year Built 2002
Note: Averages and Prices do not include home sites. Data based on current listings only. For historical information contact us.
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|School District:
|Leander Independent School District
|Elementary School:
|Cypress Elementary School
|Middle School:
|Cedar Park Middle School
|High School:
|Cedar Park High School
Note: Neighborhood school assignments change regularly. For the most current information, please contact us.
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Want to learn more about Cedar Park communities? Here is our complete list of Cedar Park neighborhood profiles.
- Abrantes
- Anderson Mill West
- Arbors at Lakeline
- Bella Vista
- Bellamy Garden Homes
- Breakaway Park
- Buttercup Creek
- Buttercup Villas
- Carriage Hills
- Cedar Grove
- Cedar Park Ranchettes
- Cedar Park Square
- Cedar Park Town Center
- Cedar Park Villas
- Coventry Crossing
- Creekview
- Cross Creek
- Crossing at Carriage Hills
- Cypress Bend
- Cypress Canyon
- Cypress Creek
- Cypress Creek Townhomes
- Cypress Mill
- Deerfield Park
- Emerald Oaks
- Enclave of Shady Trails
- Estates at Brushy Creek
- Forest Oaks
- Gann Ranch
- Heritage Park
- High Meadows
- Hunters Glenn
- Lakeline Oaks
- Oakmont Forest
- Oakwood Glen
- Overlook at Ranch at Brushy Creek
- Paradiso Villas
- Park Place
- Parkwest Estates
- Quarry Oaks
- Quest Village
- Ranch at Brushy Creek
- Ranch at Cypress Creek
- Ranch at Deer Creek
- Red Oaks
- Reserve at Brushy Creek
- Reserve at Twin Creeks
- Riviera Springs
- Settlers Creek
- Shenandoah
- Silver Oak
- Silver Oak Townhomes
- Silverado West
- Silverstone
- Spanish Oak Terrace
- Sunset Ridge
- The Place
- Trails at Carriage Hills
- Trailside at Ranch at Brushy Creek
- Trento
- Twin Creeks
- Volente Hills
- Walsh Trails
- West Park Estates
- West Parke
- Westside Preserve
- Whippoorwill
- Whitestone Landing
- Whitestone Oaks
- Whitestone Oaks Anderson Mill
- Woodford Estates
- Woodford Gardens
- Woods at Carriage Hills
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Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® (alternatively, from ACTRIS) from November 12th, 2019 at 3:45am CST. Neither the Board nor ACTRIS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein "AS IS" and without any warranty, express or implied. Data maintained by the Board or ACTRIS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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Lawsuit filed to protect two Western salamander species
Five conservation groups filed suit Tuesday in a federal district court over the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's refusal to take steps to protect two salamander species unique to southwest Oregon and Northern California.
The lawsuit, filed in Portland, seeks a federal review of the Siskiyou Mountains salamander and the more recently discovered Scott Bar salamander to determine whether they should be added to the endangered species list.
"These salamanders are some of the rarest (amphibians) in North America," said Joseph Vaile of Ashland-based Klamath-Siskiyou Wildlands Center, one of the plaintiffs. "They are like a genetic blueprint, a unique representation of nature that is important to preserve in its own right, not to mention that salamanders play an important part in the food chain."
Other plaintiffs are the Center for Biological Diversity in Tucson, Ariz., the Eugene-based Cascadia Wildlands Project, the Environmental Protection Information Center in Garberville, Calif., and the Portland-based Oregon Natural Resources Council.
The wildlife service rejected a petition by the groups to consider the salamanders for the endangered species list in July 2004.
The groups contend the salamanders are threatened by development and old-growth logging because of their limited habitats.
"We did send a letter to the petitioner telling them we did not have the money to process that petition and that it was precluded by higher priorities," said Joan Jewett, spokeswoman for the wildlife service's Pacific Region. "That continues to be the situation for us."
The higher priorities are other species for which the agency already received petitions or those residing in more critical habitats, Jewett said.
There are about 286 species the agency has determined are in need of review, she said.
"There is not enough money to work on all of the court-ordered critical habitats that are facing us and our backlog of listings," Jewett said.
Vaile said the rejection came as no surprise.
"The Bush administration has shown very little support for protecting endangered species," Vaile said. "It is unfortunate that instead of focusing on protecting these species, we have to file a complaint."
Until last spring, Scott Bar and Siskiyou Mountains salamanders were believed to be of the same species. Both are brown with white speckles and about four inches long.
The Scott Bar salamander, however, has a slightly larger head, shorter body and longer limbs, said Dave Clayton, a wildlife biologist in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest.
The Siskiyou Mountains salamander is found only in the Upper Applegate Valley and a small portion of the Klamath River Valley.
"The Scott Bar salamander has an even-smaller known distribution," Clayton said. "It only occurs primarily in the Scott Bar River drainage. It is the most restrictive range for the Plethodon (family of) salamanders."
Both salamanders live primarily underground, except in the spring when the weather is mild. Their diet consists largely of ants and other small insects.
"There hasn't been research done on habitat associated with the Scott Bar salamander," Clayton said. "However, there has been research on the Siskiyou Mountains and Del Norte salamanders, and that research suggests they need a moist environment associated with a closed canopy, old forests and rocky soil."
Clayton said the moisture allows the Siskiyou Mountains salamander and the Scott Bar salamander to breathe through their skin, as both lack lungs.

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Three DFW eateries are set to close and the forecast looks even more grim.
SideDish's Nancy Nichols has been doing the phone rounds...and what she sees is grim. In this post at D Magazine's SideDish blog, she claims her sources have suggested at least 5 locally owned restaurants may close by the end of the year.
That number may or may not include the already announced closings around DFW, including Swirll Winery, Another Byte, and Tio's Tortas.
Swirll Winery's reason is pretty clear: "We ran out of money," co-owner Peggy Davion told Pegasus News' Teresa Gubbins.
It's the same story at most of these other locations; food costs rise, payrolls rise, but the profits are falling due to the economy.
Nancy Nichols thinks it's time for DFW diners to get out to support these local eateries, even though "we're all suffering from severe no-money-itis."
Though we agree with her, it's a huge Catch 22; folks often don't have the extra cash to spend on an expensive dinner, but these businesses can't easily cut costs on ingredients or staff. By the time the full force of the economic downturn is felt in DFW, there could be far more closures announced -- something no chef, and no foodie, wants to hear.
Update: Dave Faries of the Dallas Observer counters an argument that critics' impact with "non-nice" reviews should back off during the economic crisis. Here's his take on the matter.


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The new Administration has entered the White House intent on changing or abandoning a wide range of international commitments. To be successfully, it has become apparent that the Administration must operate in an arena of historic political polarization, both at home and abroad. Many campaign promises have already been modified and uncertainty remains about America's international role at a level not seen since World War II.
Through of series of off-the-record briefings and group discussions, attendees will review current national security policy from conception to implementation. Speakers will focus on challenges the U.S. faces in specific parts of the world, including Europe, the Middle East, China, Africa, and Latin America.
This three-day seminar will feature a faculty of high-level, internationally-recognized experts who will discuss both the domestic and global implications of the new administration's policies and their impact on executive leadership in the Department of Defense.
Seminar Topics
- Presidential Leadership: Latest Lessons in Policy, Politics and Polarization
- Reflections on the New Administration: Setting and Defining the Latest Foreign Policy Challenges
- The Iran-Syria Challenges: An Update on the Region
- The North Korean Threat—and the U.S. Policy Response
- Presidential Leadership in Times of Crisis
- China and East Asia: Open Discussion
- Countries are Imaginary—Not Only to Their Residents
- Putin's Russia and U.S. National Interests?
*The above topics may change to address current events at the time of the seminar.
Leadership Competencies
After participating in the White House Workshop, participants will be able to:
- Identify the key decision makers who are involved in the policymaking and policy implementation processes and the institutional perspectives from which they offer advice and make judgments
- Think strategically and tactically about how to affect policymaking and policy implementation; how to anticipate reactions to that policy in the United States and abroad; how to avoid unintended consequences that flow from poor policy judgments
- Improve cultural and historic awareness of the political, legal, and institutional environment in which domestic and foreign policy-making and policy implementation occur
- Enhance critical synthetic and analytical skills necessary to advise senior officials in the making and evaluation of public policy
- Be sensitized to the changing situational conditions that affect past, current, and future policy judgments
The program moderator will be of international stature and have extensive professional experience in the policy issues covered in this three-day seminar. The moderator will facilitate, when necessary, dialogue between the speakers and participants, as well as lead the group discussions and Q&A sessions.
The fee for this three-day workshop is $1,485 per person. The program will feature approximately 12-15 separate presentations. Also included are daily continental breakfasts and working luncheons. The workshop will be held in a private meeting room at the Capitol Hill Club. An on-site staff person will assist participants as needed and coordinate daily activities.
The target audience for these seminars are civilians (GS-13 and above) and military (O-5 and above). Others who have a special interest in the subject, need-to-know, or are in key positions may apply. Seminar space is limited to assure participants have ample time for open discussion with presenters. Upon registration, attendees will receive confirmation via email within five days. Cancellations will be accepted in writing up to two weeks prior to each program. After that time, substitutions will be accepted. The Agency will be billed if registration is cancelled after the deadline.
If you have any questions or need further information, please call Iris Fernandez or Patricia Patton at 703-684-8807.
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The White House Workshops will be held in private meeting rooms at the Capitol Hill Club, located at 300 First Street SE, in Washington, DC. The Club is directly across the street from the Capitol South Metro Station (Blue and Orange Lines). Business attire for participants is required.
Reporting information concerning registration time and meeting room assignment will be sent to all participants approximately two weeks prior to the start of each program. The meeting room will open at 7:45 am and seminars will be conducted from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
These programs are informal and strictly "off-the-record." No video, power point or audio-visual aids are utilized in seminar presentations.
The experience and breadth of knowledge of all the speakers was spectacular. Their chosen topics for discussion were absolutely relevant to this audience and we were provided several themes that help to guide our planning assumptions.J.C., Joint Enabling Capabilities Command • Professional Development Course February 2017
Fantastic program; great approach to the group in providing interesting/informative, though-provoking information. The day has been well worth my time.P.Z., Joint Enabling Capabilities Command • Professional Development Course February 2017
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Personal computing discussed
Moderators: renee, farmpuma, just brew it!
just brew it! wrote:Are you sure it isn't one of your own with a messed up configuration file? IIRC (I may be mistaken) the stats servers substitute underscores for spaces and special characters in the user name.
farmpuma wrote:Do you run SMP and GPU work units on one of your machines?
just brew it! wrote:A few years ago I had someone else fold under my name for a while as a thank-you for a favor.
BIF wrote:I show two clients for me. I run CPU and GPU, one slot of each and no others; haven't run folding on the laptop since July because the points were so low as to make it inefficient.
I looked for Khali87A_ and Khali87a_ and saw no points for either. And the Extreme Overclocking site only shows Khali87, no other iteration or spelling.
Where are you seeing "Khali87a_"?
Edit: I did find one "Khali87_" without any "a". First day of production was November 1st, so yeah...right after Frankie.
just brew it! wrote:Well, I suppose it is more flexible that way. You might have someone who wants to split the CPU/GPU points across two accounts, for example. I do find it kind of silly that they don't ignore trailing spaces though.


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Flora and Fauna
This was an exercise to create posters of flora and fauna native to the Pacific Northwest. Inspired by old biological illustrations and their muted color palette, the posters take that aesthetic and pushes it to the modern realm. I chose to simplify the subject matter and broke them down into geometrical shapes.
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|By Gary G. Toms
If you enjoy the music of the 50's, 60's and 70's, then there is no doubt that you will probably love DJ Ken "Kojak" Rappaport. If you like being around people who spend their lives trying to make a difference, you will warm up to this man in no time. For Rappaport, music and good deeds go hand in hand.
"Music has always been my passion since I received my first transistor AM radio in the early 60's," said the DJ. "To supplement my income and put my three sons, Seth, Glenn and Craig, through college, I started my own DJ business, which is called Soundsations Mobile DJ and Karaoke. With my knowledge of the oldies, and my sons' knowledge of today's music, we make a great team. From weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries to block parties and corporate events, we do it all. The best part is that we have so much fun while we're doing it."
Rappaport went on to explain that since so many people recognize him for his cleanly shaved head, he has become known as DJ Ken Kojak.
"It just kind of stuck as more and more people started calling me Kojak. It's worked for me, and my business cards have the classic Telly Savalas line "Who loves ya baby?" printed on them. It's a hook," he said.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Ken Rappaport moved to Belle Harbor when he was 10 years old. Later, he attended P.S. 114, JHS 198, and graduated from Far Rockaway High School in 1970. During this time, he worked selling ice cream on the beach at Curley's Hotel, which was located on Beach 116 Street. Rappaport also worked summers in the front office of Rockaway's Playland. In 1972, he graduated from Manhattan Community College with an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy. He married Barbara Rothstein, a resident of Far Rockaway, in 1975. She is currently working as a teacher at P.S. 106 in Far Rockaway.
While he has managed to establish a lengthy and distinguished career in respiratory therapy, the mix-master has spent time working in radio (WRTN Radio 93.5 FM), and has co-hosted shows with other notable radio personalities like Jay Thomas, formerly of Jammin' 105.
Rappaport has also been involved in charitable events for many years. By developing special concert events, which primarily feature legendary artists from the classic rock and roll era (Randy and The Rainbows, The Cadillacs, The Chantels and The Velvatones), he has been able to draw large crowds to his concerts.
In the last six months, he has been hosted a number of benefit concerts aimed at raising money for families of New York City firefighters killed on September 11. One of his concerts netted a total of $54,000, and to date he has raised close to $100,000 for charities. The New York City Fire Department honored him with a plaque back in January for his time and dedication.
"My next concert project is a memorial in Rockaway for all the victims from Rockaway who lost their lives on 9/11 and the subsequent plane crash in Belle Harbor. The music of yesterday and today will be played. I look forward to working with Assemblywoman Audrey Pheffer and the Rockaway community in making this function a huge success," said Rappaport.
As we swapped tales about how the DJ scene has changed over the years, and whether rock and roll was better than the music played in today's hottest dance clubs, he handed me one of his business cards. There, in bold, black print were the words, "DJ Ken Kojak…Who Loves Ya Baby?" Based on his hard work and love of community, that question can be answered in one word. Everybody!


text: After John Brown's attack in October 1859 on the federal arsenal in Harpers Ferry, Virginia, the United States Senate launched an investigation that became known as the Mason Committee. Yet when this committee released its findings in the summer of 1860, many regarded its efforts as ineffective. "Supporters of both sides were…heavily armed" in the visitor galleries of Congress and, as historian David Reynolds explains, "the Mason Committee knew it had to handle the Harpers Ferry matter with kid gloves." House Divided has some material available on this committee, including an editorial originally published in the Ohio State Journal. This paper summed up the problem with the investigation in a single sentence – "The man who knew every thing was not summoned, and the man [who] knew nothing was imprisoned."


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Ladysmith shares piece of South Africa
It has been more than 20 years since Paul Simon helped introduce the American mainstream to Ladysmith Black Mambazo on his "Graceland" album. These days the group is still doing what it has been since the 1960s -- using a capella harmonies and captivating dance to share a piece of South Africa with the world.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo has won Grammys, performed at the Olympics and for Nelson Mandela, plus worked with such entertainers as Michael Jackson to Josh Groban.
The group stops in Fresno on Tuesday night to sing and dance at the Tower Theatre.
We caught up with group spokesmen Albert Mazibuko, the cousin of group founder and leader Joseph Shabalala, to learn more about keeps Ladysmith Black Mambazo going strong.
Question: You've been in the group 40 years now -- what has it been like to watch the group grow, evolve and succeed over all these years?
Answer: It's always amazing, and it's always encouraging. It makes me want to do more and try my best all the time to make it better.
Out of all the things you have done, performing for the British Family, the Olympics -- what are you most proud of?
Our mission has been successful. From the beginning when we started the group, we wanted our music to inspire people and comfort people and make people think they can achieve anything. We've succeeded in that. Everybody around the world says our music has been an inspiration. Even the young people at home, they look at us and think because we did it that they can do anything.
We see family musical groups in all forms of music, and it doesn't always work out the best. You have made it work well. What's your secret?
Our secret is prayer. We believe in prayer. We never start a tour without fasting and going out to the mountains and spending time there and sharing with God. It keeps us strong and going all the time. In whatever situation we come across, our solution is to get together and pray.
A lot of people have asked questions about Joseph retiring from the group. Whenever that happens, how do you see the group moving on without him?
The group will go on and it will be strong. His sons that we have in the group, they show so much talent, they show so much gift. Right now on stage we give them the chance to prove themselves. When we're at home, when we're preparing for the tour or when we're preparing for the album, we give everything to them to prepare.
You have been all over the world -- was there a city or country that really hit you like, "Wow, I never thought I'd make it here."
When went to Japan, people [were] telling us that if we perform there, people are so quiet and sometimes they don't respond to your music. They're not going to clap hands; they're just going to sit there. Surprisingly, when we got there, somebody introduced us in their language, and when we got onto the stage and we started the song, we were surprised that everybody clapped. We were surprised, like, "Wow is this really happening?"
As far as I can find, you haven't performed in Fresno since 1995.
That's very exciting that we haven't been there for so long. That's great, that's great, that's great.
If someone in Fresno has never seen you perform live, what should they expect from your the show here?
It will be a lot of singing -- joyful music, vibrant music. Most the songs that we sing, we sing and we dance. At the intermission, I teach the audience a song. I talk to them and joke a little bit. Then I sing the song with the audience. Then Ladysmith Black Mambazo comes out and competes with the audience. Every night I win.


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P.J. Hairston pleads guilty to reduced charge
North Carolina leading scorer P.J. Hairston has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of speeding and an unsafe movement violation after being cited for reckless driving in July.
Rowan County (N.C.) District Judge Kevin Eddinger accepted the plea Tuesday for driving 75 mph in a 65 mph zone from attorney T. Gregory Jones. Hairston, who didn't attend the hearing, was required to pay a $40 fine and court costs.
Hairston was cited for driving 93 mph on Interstate 85 on July 28. The school indefinitely suspended the basketball star hours later.
It was the third off-court misstep this offseason for the junior, who was twice cited in a month while driving a rental vehicle linked to a felon. He was driving a car registered to a friend when cited in July.
Tar Heels coach Roy Williams said in a statement July 15 that Hairston committed "serious mistakes" and would face "serious consequences as a result." Without specifying the misconduct, Williams called the issues "embarrassing."
EARLIER :North Carolina AD hints at Hairston's future
SUSPENDED:Hairston suspended indefinitely after reckless driving charge
After being stopped at a license checkpoint June 5, Hairston was arrested on charges of possessing marijuana and driving without a license. The charges were dismissed July 19, a Durham County court clerk said, and Hairston complied with the conditions of the court, which included completing a drug assessment and providing his current driver's license.
A 9-millimeter handgun and a magazine with nine rounds of ammunition were found outside the vehicle and seized during the traffic stop. Neither Hairston nor the two passengers in the vehicle — Miykael Faulcon, 20, and Carlos Sanford, 23, both of Durham — faced charges related to the gun.
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Sabotage, Rowan Scarborough, 1970, 1596985100, Hardcover, $27.95
The CIA's job is to collect facts and let the White House, the Pentagon, and the State Department make national security policy. But, as Scarborough conclusively demonstrates, an agency that is supposed to be scrupulously nonpartisan has become increasingly political–during a time of war–against America's elected commander in chief.
Sacred Ground, Tom Ruck, 2007, 978-1-59698-524-7, Hardcover, $29.95
A sweeping tour of some of America's most beautiful and moving cemeteries, Sacred Ground features richly evocative photographs from military cemeteries across the country, enhanced by poignant quotes, powerful essays, and speeches from famous Americans throughout history. Author Tom Ruck offers a solemn, heartfelt testament to the bravery, honor, and glory of the truest of American heroes: the American veteran.
Safe & Secure: 10 Essential Steps for Seniors to Protect Against Financial Abuse, Fran Tarkenton, Rick Gossett, 2019, 9781621578178, Hardcover, $14.99
Thieves and scammers are on the prowl for easy targets who have significant exposed assets—and if you're a senior citizen who saved for retirement, you may be the perfect mark. Fran Tarkenton, the NFL Hall of Fame quarterback who became a successful entrepreneur, has partnered with financial executive and software developer Rick Gossett to present this practical, up-to-date… | read more »
Sagebrush Rebel, William Perry Pendley, 2013, 978-1-62157-156-8, Hardcover, $27.95
The fascinating story of how Ronald Reagan, self-proclaimed "sagebrush rebel," took his revolutionary energy policies to Washington and revitalized the American economy. Governor Reagan, with his unbridled faith in American ingenuity, creativity, and know-how and his confidence in the free-enterprise system, believed the United States would "transcend" the Soviet Union. To do so, however, President… | read more »
Saving the Bill of Rights, Frank Miniter, 2011, 978-1-59698-150-8, Hardcover, $27.95
In this shocking yet inspiring book, Miniter reveals not only how Obama and his leftist cohorts are stripping away our God-given freedoms, but also how we can rescue those rights, which are so fundamental to America.
Scalia Dissents, Kevin A. Ring, 1970, 0-89526-053-0, Hardcover, $19.56
Scalia's most scathing, most poignant, and most accessible opinions to date, helping frame some of the country's most controversial issues.
Scalia's Court, Kevin A. Ring, 2016, 978-1621575221, Hardcover, $34.99
The sudden passing of Justice Antonin Scalia shook America. After almost thirty years on the Supreme Court, Scalia had become as integral to the institution as the hallowed room in which he sat. His wisecracking interruptions during oral arguments, his unmatched legal wisdom, his unwavering dedication to the Constitution, and his blistering dissents defined his leadership role on the court and inspired new generations of policymakers and legal minds.
Scaramouche, Rafael Sabatini, 1970, 978-0-89526-310-0, Paperback, $14.95
The passionate Andre-Louis Moreau makes an unexpected entrance into the French Revolution when he vows to avenge his best friend's death. His target: Monsieur de La Tour d'Azyr, the aristocratic villain who killed his friend. Andre-Louis rallies the underclass to join him in his mission against the supreme power of the nobility. Soon the rebel… | read more »
Science, Politics, and Gnosticism, Eric Voegelin, 1999, 978-0-89526-419-0, Paperback, $14.99
Eric Voegelin, a leading political theorist and author of the contemporary classic The New Science of Politics, here contends that certain modern movements, including Positivism, Hegelianism, Marxism and the "God is Dead" movement, are variants of the Gnostic tradition of antiquity. He attempts to resolve the intellectual confusion that has resulted from the dominance of… | read more »
Scipio Africanus, Ross Leckie, 1970, 0-89526-412-9, Hardcover, $19.95
In brilliantly clear and well-orchestrated battle scenes Leckie shows Scipio, the man who crushed Hannibal, in the three great battles at Zama, Magnesia, and Cynoscephalae where Alexander the Great was swept aside and Rome became master of the world.
Search and Destroy, Ryan Lovelace, 2019, 1621579751, Hardcover, $28.99
"You have replaced 'advice and consent' with 'search and destroy.'" —BRETT KAVANAUGH In this deeply researched account, one of Washington's top legal reporters reveals the massive funding, sophisticated organization, and fanatical zeal behind the campaign to stop Brett Kavanaugh's appointment to the nation's highest court. Trump had promised to nominate only Scalia-style "originalists" to the… | read more »
Secret Weapon:, Kevin D. Freeman, 2012, 978-1-59698-794-4, Hardcover, $27.95
Who's to Blame for America's Economic Meltdown? The Answer Might Surprise You. When it comes to America's flailing economy, everyone is quick to assign blame. Liberals blame corporate greed, conservatives blame federal regulations. But no one blames the true culprit: financial terrorism. So says Kevin D. Freeman in his stunning new book, Secret Weapon: How… | read more »
See No Evil, Joel Pollak, 2016, 162157394X, Hardcover, $27.99
Liberals take great pride in their supposed open-mindedness. Yet when it comes to hot-button issues like radical Islam, global warming, and abortion, "open-minded" liberals go to great lengths to discredit and suppress the ideas of their opponents. Breitbart senior editor Joel Pollak exposes the ten key ideas that today's liberals are desperate to suppress, revealing the blatant hypocrisy of left-wing leaders and pundits who preach tolerance but practice
Selected Essays, Robert Louis Stevenson, 1970, 0-89526-781-0, Paperback, $$7.95
Robert Louis Stevenson –best known for his novels Kidnapped, Treasure Island, and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde–also was an acknowledged master of the English essay. Previously, the reader wishing to know him as an essayist has had to search through out-of-print books and magazines. Now here is Stevenson's best–sixteen provocative and charming personal discourses, chosen… | read more »
Sellout, David Schippers, 1970, 0-89526-243-6, Hardcover, $23.35
Chicago prosecutor and Chief Counsel for the House Judiciary Committee during the impeachment proceedings, David Schippers, tells the shocking story of back-room dealings, and inter-party squabbling, and evidence American people never got to see.
Senatorial Privilege, Leo Damore, 1970, 0-89526-564-8, Hardcover, $21.95
Leo Damore exposes the perjury, obstruction of justice, and destruction of evidence that followed Ted Kennedy's accident at Chappaquiddick and Mary Jo Kopechne's death.
September 1918, Skip Desjardin, 2018, 978-1621576204, Hardcover, $29.99
One hundred years ago, in September 1918, three things came to Boston: war, plague, and the World Series. This is the unimaginable story of that late summer month, in which a division of Massachusetts militia volunteers led the first unified American fighting force into battle in France, turning the tide of World War I. Meanwhile… | read more »
Setting Limits, Lewis K. Uhler, 1970, 0-89526-546-X, Hardcover, $$17.95
Lewis Uhler shows how the American people can regain control of their financially irresponsible government and return more power to individuals, families, and private institutions whose prerogative are increasingly being usurped by bureaucrats in Washington, D.C.
Sex Scandal, Ashley McGuire, 2017, 1621575810, Hardcover, $27.99
Welcome to the troubling age of sex-denialism—the age of gender-neutral labels, rigidly enforced equality, unisex spaces, and the systematic eradication of sexual difference. In her debut book Scandal of the Sexes, journalist Ashley McGuire investigates the alarming nationwide push to ignore the natural, biological distinctions between men and women that have been at the core of functioning human society since the dawn of time. McGuire reports shocking examples of progressive sex-denialism—from American schools, offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms—and reveals the most startling and alarming trend of all: that the frontline victims of our new "gender-neutral" world are young women and girls, the very people progressive activists claim to be championing.
Sgt. Reckless: America's War Horse, Robin Hutton, 2015, 978-1-62157-381-4, Hardcover, Paperback, $16.99
A New York Times Bestseller! Paperback features four new trading cards and a foreword from General James F. Amos! Amid an inferno of explosives on a deadly minefield in the Korean War, a four-legged Marine proved to be a heroic force of nature. She moved headstrong up and down steep, smoky terrain that no man… | read more »
Shadow War, Richard Miniter, 1970, 0-89526-052-2, Hardcover, $27.95
Using his exclusive sources in investigative reporting, bestselling author Richard Miniter reveals America's unheralded successes in the War on Terror.
Shadow World, Robert Chandler, 1970, 978-1-59698-561-2, Hardcover, $19.77
In Shadow World, Chandler shows to devastating effect how Russian communists, leftist ideologies, and Islamic extremists are locked in a geo-political struggle for not only America, but the world.
Shakedown, Kenneth R Timmerman, 1970, 0-89526-108-1, Paperback, $18.95
Investigative reporter Timmerman has uncovered a sordid tale of greed, ambition, and corruption from a self-proclaimed minister who has no qualms about poisoning American race relations for personal gain." Publishers note: The San Francisco Oil Company referred to on page 310 and in endnote 61 of Chapter 10 was never involved in the oil transactions described in the book and was not a "front company."
Sharing the Wealth, Alex Spanos, 1970, 0-89526-158-8, Hardcover, $20.40
Author Alex Spanos tells of his remarkable and inspiring climb from humble unemployment to ownership of a professional sports franchise and the chairman of a corporate giant. His bestselling story shares the secrets of his success–the strategies, knowledge, and insights from his extraordinary fifty-year career.
She, H. Rider Haggard, 1999, 978-0-89526-328-5, Paperback, $14.95
A crew of shipwrecked Englishmen suffers disease, cannibals, and other terrors, but in the midst of such horror the men find the fulfillment of a 2000-year-old promise. In the heart of the Dark Continent they encounter an all-powerful leader, the beautiful, mysterious, white queen of a central African tribe. Known only as She-who-must-be-obeyed, this queen… | read more »
Shelf Life, Suzanne Strempek Shea, 1970, 0-80707-258-3, Hardcover, $20.00
The story of A. J. Scribante, founder of MAJERS, a revolutionary company whose cutting-edge information and marketing systems helped manufacturers and grocers move their products through American supermarket shelves.
Ships of Oak, Guns of Iron, Ronald Utt, 2016, 978-1621573043, Paperback, $19.99
In Ships of Oak, Guns of Iron: The War of 1812 and the Forging of the American Navy, Dr. Ronald Utt argues that the often underestimated War of 1812 laid the foundation of the United States Navy and was a seminal moment in the crafting of American foreign policy.
Shooting Straight, James Jay Baker, Wayne LaPierre, 1970, 0-89526-123-5, Hardcover, $27.95
An expose on how the media consistently distorts the facts about guns in America and refuses to report on the role that responsible gun ownership plays in protecting our families and our communities.
Showdown, Edward Timperlake, Jed Babbin, 1970, 1-59698-005-2, Hardcover, $27.95
Babbin and Timperlake unveil China's aggressive military buildup (more rapid than that of Nazi Germany before World War II) and expose how China is engaging in a new Cold War aimed at expanding its commercial and military reach at the expense of the United States.
Shut Up & Sing, Laura Ingraham, 1970, 0-89526-101-4, Hardcover, $29.95
This unique biography explores Sinatra's complicated persona –uncovering the stories, myths, and rumors that surrounded a man famous, and infamous, in his own lifetime.
Six Years in the Hanoi Hilton, Amy Shively Hawk, 2017, 978-1-62157-510-8, Hardcover, $27.99
With a foreword by Senator John McCain. In 1967, U.S. Air Force fighter pilot James Shively was shot down over North Vietnam. After ejecting from his F-105 Thunderchief aircraft, he landed in a rice paddy and was captured by the North Vietnamese Army. For the next six years, Shively endured brutal treatment at the hands… | read more »
Soaring to Glory: A Tuskegee Airman's Firsthand Account of WWII, Philip Handleman, 2019, 978-1-62157-951-9, Hardcover, $29.99
Only 14 Tuskegee Airmen, the famed black aviators who fought in World War II, are still living today. This is the remarkable first-hand account of one of those 14 men, Lt. Colonel Harry T. Stewart, Jr, who flew 43 combat missions in Italy—including one legendary mission in which he shot down three German planes in… | read more »
Socialism Sucks, Benjamin Powell, Robert Lawson, 2019, 162157945X, Hardcover, $28.99
Do We Have to Say It Again? Socialism Sucks! Apparently we do. Because today millions of Americans—young and old—are flocking to the socialist banner and chanting, "What do we want? Socialism—the economic system that has impoverished people everywhere and resulted in the deaths of tens of millions! And when do we want it? Now!" Really?… | read more »
Solzhenitsyn and the Modern World, Edward Erickson, 1970, 0-89526-501-X, Hardcover, $24.00
Ericson's careful reading of Solzhenitsyn's essays show him to be a Russian patriot who freely draws upon traditional Western values; a democrat with moderate, centrist tendencies, and a man deeply imbued with hope for the future of his nation.
South Park Conservatives, Brian C. Anderson, 1970, 0-89526-019-0, Hardcover, $24.95
Undeniable proof of a revolution on the cultural front–and what it means for the future of media, politics, and entertainment.
Speak No Evil, Gary Aldrich, Mark W. Davis, 1970, 0-89526-358-0, Hardcover, $21.95
FBI Special Agent Mike McGuire and journalist Anne Carlson's unlikely cooperation cracks a political conspiracy of murder and betrayal that leads right to the White House.
Speak the Truth, Carmen Laberge, 2017, 1621576345, Hardcover, $25.99
When was the last time God was an active participant in one of your conversations? How does God get into a conversation if His people are sidelined or silent? As ambassadors of the Kingdom of God, it is the Christian's responsibility to speak the mind of Christ in the context of every cultural conversation, no… | read more »
Speaker, Rep. Dennis Hastert, 1970, 0-89526-126-X, Hardcover, $27.95
The life story and behind-the-scenes details of the man who went from high school wrestling coach to Speaker of the House.
Spin, Michael Sitrick, 1970, 0-89526-411-0, Hardcover, $24.95
The world's most revered spinmaster divulges the true stories behind the explosive celebrity scandals and his secret strategies for managing the press.
Spin Masters, David Freddoso, 2013, 978-1-62157-080-6, Hardcover, $$27.95
The biggest sroey of the election was how the media ignored the biggest story of the election. Amid all the breathless coverage of a non-existent War on Women, there was little or no coverage of Obama's war on the economy–how, for instance, part-time work is replacing full-time work; how low-wage jobs are replacing high -wage… | read more »
Stand Down: How Social Justice Warriors Are Sabotaging America's Military, James Hasson, 2019, 978-1621579182, Hardcover, $28.99
James is a terrific reporter, and this account of the effort to shape our military to reflect left-wing social values rather than the priorities of readiness and capability is vital." —BEN SHAPIRO, bestselling author of The Right Side of History and host of The Ben Shapiro Show "Stand Down is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand how… | read more »
Star Spangled Scandal: Sex, Murder, and the Trial that Changed America, Chris DeRose, 2019, 978-1-62157-805-5, Hardcover, $29.99
It is two years before the Civil War, and Congressman Daniel Sickles and his lovely wife Teresa are popular fixtures in Washington, D.C. society. Their house sits on Lafayette Square across from White House grounds, and the president himself is godfather to the Sickles' six-year-old daughter. Because Congressman Sickles is frequently out of town, he… | read more »
State and Revolution, Vladimir Lenin, 1999, 978-1-59698-080-8, Paperback, $16.95
Lenin's State and Revolution is a broad assault on revisionism. Its impulse lies in Lenin's boundless political ambition, namely his craving to acquire absolute power in Russia in order to instigate a worldwide revolution….If his ambition was to be realized, Lenin had to insist on violent revolution and the abolition of the existing state. ….What… | read more »
Stealing You Blind, Iain Murray, 1970, 978-1-59698-555-1, Hardcover, $27.95
Filled with devastating facts about how government workers are living large off the rest of us and driving our country to financial ruin, Stealing You Blind is a rousing call to reclaim our rights as taxpayers and save our economy from the bureaucrats who are choking it to death for their own benefit.
Stealth Jihad, Robert Spencer, 2008, 978-1-59698-556-8, Hardcover, $27.95
In his controversial new book, Stealth Jihad, bestselling author Robert Spencer exposes the silent war jihadists are waging on our nation. Not through violence, but by undermining our culture.
Still Standing, Carrie Prejean, 2009, 978-1-59698-602-2, Hardcover, $27.95
She Was Silenced By The Left For Her Beliefs Now Read The Whole Story Sarah Palin. Ann Coulter. Michelle Malkin. There's no one the liberal media love to attack more than a strong, conservative woman. So when Carrie Prejean, former Miss California, boldly stood up for traditional marriage on national TV, the leftist pundits went… | read more »
Still the Best Congress Money Can Buy, Philip M. Stern, 1970, 0-89526-527-3, Paperback, $$12.95
If Abe Lincoln were re-born in the district of a powerful committee chairman today, he wouldn't stand a chance of election, not because of merit, but sheerly because of money. Special interest groups favor incumbents over challengers so lopsidedly, that a challenger has only a one-in-fifty chance of defeating a sitting representative. Do you want… | read more »
Stock Market Arithmetic, Charles J. Caes, 1970, 0-89526-780-2, Paperback, $9.95
Charles J. Caes brings to novice and experienced investors the revised, enlarged edition of his guide to the basic arithmetic used in stock investing, personal finance, and buying and selling securities. Designed as a home-study text for laypersons as well as supplementary aid for students in general business studies, this revised and enlarged edition follows… | read more »
Strategery, Bill Sammon, 1970, 1-59698-002-8, Hardcover, $27.95
Strategery chronicles the perpetually 'misunderestimated' president as he vanquishes John Kerry and then embarks on a breathtakingly audacious second-term agenda.
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters, Meg Meeker, M.D., 1970, 1-59698-012-5, Hardcover, $27.95
Directly challenging the feminist attack on traditional masculinity, Dr. Meeker demonstrates that the most important factor for girls growing up into confident, well-adjusted women is a strong father with conservative values.
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters (Gift Edition), Meg Meeker, M.D., 2015, 978-1-62157-330-2, Hardcover, $22.00
New hardcover gift edition of the bestselling guide for fathers! Drawing on her thirty years' experience practicing pediatric and adolescent medicine, teen health expert Dr. Meg Meeker explains why an active father figure is maybe the single most important factor in a young woman's development. In this invaluable guide, Meeker shows how a father can… | read more »
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters Devotional, Meg Meeker, M.D., 2016, 978-1621575016, Hardcover, $22.00
From Dr. Meg Meeker, the celebrated author of the bestselling parenting guide Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters, comes a new devotional for new and still-learning fathers of girls. A strong father figure is the single most important element in a girl's life—he is her spiritual guide and protector from her early childhood to the day he proudly walks her down the aisle. In the lovely and comforting Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters Devotional, Dr. Meeker instills in men the knowledge they need to be the kind of fathers their daughters dearly need.
Sweet Freedom, Sarah Palin, 2015, 978-1-62157-463-7, Hardcover, $19.99
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." — John 14:27 In Sweet Freedom, Sarah Palin invites you to draw strength and inspiration from 260 meditations based on guiding Biblical verses.… | read more »
Sweet Land of Liberty, Callista Gingrich, 2011, 978-1-59698-292-5, Hardcover, $16.95
In Callista Gingrich's children's book Sweet Land of Liberty, Ellis the Elephant teaches children about the pivotal moments that have shaped our nation's unique history.


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Everyone has resolutions for the New Year: eat better, be early for work, exercise, the list is really endless. Things we can do better in the new year - it's almost like people think "GREAT! I get a second chance". But the crazy little thing with life is that the year before isn't just erased. Basically it's the starting point - the past is our guide to improve on our life and really it's a beautiful thing.
I remember saying "2013 will be my year" - I turned 30 at the end of 2012, I just knew that it would be the most fantastic year ever. It wasn't bad, ha, I mean I didn't have any broken bones last year, which is always a plus. I spent a lot of time with my friends, traveled some - California, a few little trips to Nashville, & then twice to Colorado. I didn't sit at home, I had dates, met a lot of great people in that process, and some, well, that were not, :). Found a new hobby in hiking - who knew! It was a great year for fun - I'll give it that.
With that said, I don't want to erase 2013 - I just want to make myself better in 2014. I think that 2013 was a learning year - I know what I want in life and what I don't. For one, I want MORE laughing, more nonsense. Life is way to short not to have those silly moments, like the moments where you drop the pie getting it out of the stove and have a mess larger than life, but you laugh, roll in the floor, clean it up, and do a little making out with the hottie you made it for in the process.
I want more being comfortable in my own skin - if I think something is funny, I want to laugh. If I'm upset, I don't want to be afraid to let it be known. Even if it stems from something as silly as Facebook. But then at the same time, I don't want to worry about Facebook or if I am expecting too much. I just don't want to question everything.
I think the thing I want most out of 2014 - that I know that I can't control, is that I want to be someone's favorite "human". I want them to adore me, appreciate me, and do everything that they can to make me feel loved, or hot - even with a few extra pounds.
Then for the rest of my resolutions for the year - things I can change: 1.) Finish the darn Pinterest crafts I start 2.) Trust the CrockPot AND 3.) Feed the rabbit outside my door EVEN MORE because it annoys my neighbors.
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Neal McDonough made an appearance on the red carpet for yesterday's MTV Movie Awards presentation and MTV had the chance to speak with him about the news that he may be playing a role in The First Avenger: Captain America. Not only did McDonough talk about Captain America, but he confirmed his role as Timothy "Dum Dum" Dugan, demonstrating plenty of excitement which should put smiles on the faces of Marvel movie fans and followers of McDonough's film and TV work.
News that McDonough was in talks with Marvel broke a few days ago and now that he's confirmed, along with today's press release of the talented Stanley Tucci joining the cast, hopefully we'll soon get confirmation that Jeremy Renner has officially signed on for The Avengers. That would make this last week one of the biggest (and most exciting) weeks ever for Marvel movie casting.
"I'm so excited — I'm playing Dum Dum Dugan... It's going to be a blast with Chris [Evans], Sam Jackson, Tommy Lee Jones and everyone else. It's going to be fantastic. We're going to tear it up!"
As I described in our other report, Dum Dum is an agent of Nick Fury's S.H.I.E.L.D. in the comics and fought alongside him in World War II as part of his elite Howling Commandos unit. From the interview below, we know that the Howling Commandos will definitely play a part in The First Avenger: Captain America but their name may change.
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I love his passion, the facial hair and excitement, and more than that, I'm very happy that McDonough has an important role in The First Avenger: Captain America with the possibility of other future appearances in movies like the S.H.I.E.L.D. film which may come after The Avengers.
It sounds like the look of his character and costume are going to be pretty true to the comics and that should keep fans happy. On the casting front, seemingly everyone who's been added are not only proven as actors but are likable personalities on and off the screen and that positive buzz does make a difference as well.
There are however - as our own Kofi Outlaw points out - a lot of recognizable stars joining the cast and that can work for or against the movie. The plan was to pick an unknown for the title role and support him with established actors, and while they ended up choosing a popular actor to play Steve Rogers, the rest of the cast is being filled in with a lot of talented folks. Let's hope they're all used correctly and with the right amount of screentime.
Follow us on Twitter @rob_keyes and @screenrant and let us know your thoughts.
Iron Man 2 is currently in theaters everywhere; Thor opens May 5, 2011; The First Avenger: Captain America hits July 22, 2011 and The Avengers is scheduled to debut May 4, 2012. We'll find out what comes next at San Diego Comic-Con this summer!
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Butter-Poached Alaska Flounder Cooked Mexican Style in Kansas City/
Chefs and consumers alike need to be conscious of the origin of their seafood. While generally more sustainable than other protein sources, seafood can vary in nutritional value depending on its source and supplier.
The second season of Foodable's Smart Kitchen & Bar is partnering with the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute to highlight chefs who understand and value sustainable seafood sourcing practices. These chefs share innovative, fish-focused dishes that will revitalize your menu, and also explain their own contributions to and investment in the sustainable seafood movement.
This season is also available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Foodable On-Demand.
Alaska Sole—commonly known as flounder—is one of the healthiest and most nutrient-dense types of flatfish. All wild Alaska fisheries are responsibly and sustainably harvested throughout the state.
The above video provides a glimpse of Chef Carlos Falcon at work. Falcon shares his delicious Butter-Poached Alaska Flounder recipe with host Paul Barron, and he keeps the flavors simple with such ingredients as bomba rice, lobster fumet, Alaska king crab meat, and duck egg aioli.
As the owner and chef of Jarocho in the landlocked Kansas City, Falcon missed the seafood of his hometown. Despite some skepticism, he decided to bring a Mexican-infused seafood menu to the midwest and swiftly won over his critics. He and his culinary staff prioritize keeping things simple at the restaurant: at the end of the day, just make delicious, uncomplicated dishes that everyone can enjoy.
To learn more about the recipe and best practices for sustainable seafood, watch the full episode now on Amazon Prime Video or Foodable On-Demand.


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"Each day we have the opportunity to give help and service – doing the right thing at the right time, without delay."
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Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation leans on the doorbell.
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Rochelle's career in architecture has covered the gamut from designing condo style time share resorts, senior housing facilities, and an automobile dealership. In addition to traditional architecture, she has provided project management for multiple commercial construction defect litigation cases involving water intrusion and structural deficiencies.
A native of the Pacific Northwest, Rochelle attained her degree in Architectural Design and Drafting from Portland Community College. She continually strives to improve operational efficiencies, as well as create functional buildings that work for the end user.


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RX-8 with HKS Hi-Power Exhaust
June 24, 2011
Sound of RX-8 fitted with HKS Hi-Power and Racing Beat Dual Resonated Midpipe
You can buy it from RX8shop. Price 1249$
Mazda RX8 R3 on Cadwell Park track
June 14, 2011
An R3 model RX8 running on the Cadwell track.
On the track also run some other track oriented cars: Vauxhall Speedster, Mitsubishi EVO X, porsche 911, mazda mx5 and other RX8's .
Rx8 vs bmw e36 M3
June 9, 2011
The RX-8 is stock. M3 is modded: headers, dyno, cats, modded ECU
RX-8 has a better launch of the line, but the m3 catches up.
Update on rotary engine in 2012
June 1, 2011
What's going on in Mazda's RX department? Rumors are flying of an RX-7 revival, an updated RX-8, and a new rotary engine, but the truth is likely to be a bit less exciting that the rumors would have you believe.
At the moment, the only real product is the RX-8, due for an update in 2011 as a 2012 model. While the car and its styling were fairly revolutionary when they hit the scene back in 2003, the new model and third generation of the car is likely to be far more evolutionary than revolutionary. Mazda's own design boss, Ikuo Maeda, told AutoCar that while the car will feature Mazda's newest design language and technology, it won't be a radical change from the current formula. That means the front-engine, rear-drive, rotary-powered, four-seat sports car will likely stick around, though it's not know what will become of the rear-opening clamshell doors.
Unfortunately, the next-gen RX-8′s big star likely won't make it to the debut party. Mazda is hard at work at a next-generation rotary engine known as the 16X, so called for its larger 1.6L displacement compared to the RX-8′s 1.3L Renesis engine. The larger displacement lends itself to improved torque, a common complaint about the RX-8, but the rotary's thirsty and dirty nature are making the engine a tough prospect in the days of fuel-efficiency and low emissions.
"The 16X demonstrated the possibility, but that performance is not good enough. We are doing R&D which will incorporate more new technology," Mazda's head of R&D, Seita Kanai, told Automotive News. "The 16X is more a profile of a rotary still in our concept stage. It needs more evolution."
In addition to the extra displacement, that evolution is also expected to include direct injection, the first ever for a rotary engine. If it's going to outgun the Renesis' potent 232 hp, disappointing 159 lb-ft and even more troubling 16 mpg city/22 mpg highway on premium fuel, the 16X has to be a big step forward for rotary engines, and being the purveyor of all things rotary, we're sure Mazda wants to get it absolutely right.
Some of you may have been disappointed in reading above that the next RX-8 will likely still be a four-seater, since making it one was a big departure from the original RX-7. Maeda has told AutoCar that he'd love to make a real RX-7 with just two seats and rotary power, but he has to get it past the management first. With the rotary's aforementioned aversion to fuel-economy, torque, and emissions laws, though, it'll be a tough sell. The fact that Mazda already has a two-seat sports car in the Miata and a rotary-powered sports car in the RX-8 makes a third sports car that essentially combines the other two a tough proposition, especially in these cash-strapped times.
Source : motortrend.com
Mazda RX8 turbo versus RX7
May 29, 2011
Turbocharged RX8 chasing RX7 on mountain roads
RX8 vs EVO X vs M3 vs GT-r vs S2000
May 16, 2011
A nice circuit race filmed from 6 different cameras where the RX8 R3 2009 model shows it's party piece: the amazing handling.
Here are the stock values of the cars:
Mazda RX8 R3 model: 231 bhp rotary engine RWD
BMW M3 E90 : RWD 4 door with naturally aspirated 4.0 V8 with 420 bhp
Nissan GT-R: AWD with ~485 bhp from a twin turbo V6 3.7 litres
Honda S2000 : 2.0 240 bhp naturally aspirated VTEC high revving engine with RWD
EVO X: 2.0 turbocharged 300 bhp on AWD
RX-8 hydrogen hybrid
May 9, 2011
A video presentation of the hydrogen hybrid technology developed by Mazda for the RX8 model.
Mazda 3 MPS versus RX8
May 2, 2011
A drag race between turbocharged mazda 3 MPS 260bhp vs Mazda RX8
Mazda promo : What Do YOU Drive
April 28, 2011
Do you care .. what you drive? A nice new promo from mazda
Versus Porsche Boxter on a track
April 26, 2011
Porsche boxter got beaten by RX8 on atlanta road track


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Since its public launch in May, Uber Freight announced today that it will expand its freight-matching services into a number of new metros and corridors across the country. Uber Freight also noted the app has been updated to provide a more personalized experience for the trucker drivers who use it.
Eric Berdinis, product lead for Uber Freight, told Fleet Owner that since running a trial of the app since the end of 2016 and then the public launch in May, the business has grown about 10 times, and the company found that drivers wanted a more personalized experience as well as additional launch markets outside of Texas.
"Most of our loads in the app were Texas up until this point," Berdinis explained. "We've been taking loads around the country as well to kind of feed out where our drivers like to drive, where their home base is, what routes they prefer."
Based on that information, Uber Freight has expanded to California, Arizona, Chicago in the Midwest region, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina.
"It made perfect sense because if you look at where all the carriers are in the country those areas make up about a quarter or a little more of those driver home bases, as well as where freight moves," Berdinis noted. "So it's kind of a natural extension from our density that we're building in Texas to build in those areas with a goal that every time a driver opens up the app, there are lots of options for them to choose from."
Since launching in Texas, Berdinis has found that drivers who sign up for Uber Freight come back more and more every month. He added that more and more drivers are now booking their loads only on Uber Freight to run their business.
As part of the expansion, Berdinis stressed that it was also important to develop the apps to start becoming more responsive to what drivers want to see. The ultimate goal, he said, is to move to a future where a driver can open the app and the "perfect load for them is sitting right there on the front screen."
"Today it is much more of an experience where the driver has to search for the loads they want," he explained. "We want to learn from that driver's history, where they like to run, when they're going to be empty, where their home base is, and show them the loads that make the most sense for them."
"We're also announcing load recommendations, where if there is a load that matches those preferences, we'll send out a notification to the driver as soon as that load is available so the app in that way works like the driver's broker friend they used to have, so if there's something that fits their preferences it will let them know," he added.
In addition, the app will include new features that allow drivers to see categories or packs of loads that fit their preferences. In essence, local drivers, short-haul drivers, and long-haul drivers will be able to see specific packs that are tailored to those kinds of hauls.
Going forward, Berdinis told Fleet Owner, that Uber Freight will continue to expand where it makes sense to its user base.


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I'll be honest, I wasn't really excited when The Sims 4 was announced way back when. In fact, I was still enjoying The Sims 3. I thought it was too soon for a new Sims game. This was intensified when I heard there would be no toddler stage in the game! I didn't care about pools really, so what? But toddlers?
At this point, I was pretty sure I wasn't getting this game. Then I got my first taste of the gameplay from a Maxis live broadcast and it changed everything! There are few games that make me so excited like with GTA and my friend Mark. Zelda is one I usually pre-order as soon as it's announced. Pretty much any Mario game will do the same. Then of course it's The Sims. Ever since I played the first Sims game I've been hooked. This year was the first time I actually thought about not pre-ordering.
In the live broadcast, I saw things that made me feel better about the game. I slowly changed my mind and now I'm sitting here with my Origin digital copy, writing this review and thinking about how long I might play today! An all day Sim fest might be in order. I'll first start by saying what I like and then what I don't like or think needs fixing. Then I'll add a short little summary, how bout that? Oh and for those of you who were wondering, the short video is Mark Mushakian showing off his dance moves to hopefully my future bride. Ahh, I mean in the Sims game. 😉
To me, there are four main features that make this game a huge improvement to The Sims 3. First of course is the graphics. If you compare Sims 3 to Sims 4, you can tell they have similar styles. I notice objects and background art the most in terms of improved graphics. Sure the sims themselves look better and if you did a side by side you would notice a difference, but I feel that the objects and backgrounds in The Sims 4 are more noticeably improved. The game is mush more colorful and vibrant. Kind of reminds me of Plants Vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare.
I love bright colors and I feel the "cartoon" look the series has used is much improved in The Sims 4. We aren't really talking about the graphical jump from Sims 1 to Sims 2, but it's still significant. The game runs pretty well on my two year old Alienware laptop, so you really won't need to buy a new computer unless you are still using Windows 98. Another neat thing is that since the game uses DirectX 9.0, you can play the game on Windows XP.
The second thing that I think is big is how emotions work in the game. Now your sim can express emotions in a much more life-like way. You feel sad, your actions relate to that sadness. Another cool thing is that you can try to cheer up a sad sim. Susan, one of my sims, is friendly and outgoing. She likes to cheer up sad sims and it's fun to do. She's pretty good at it too! Certain emotions unlock different behaviors and there are some actions you can't do. I like this as it makes the game more realistic. As a student of psychology, I love seeing how sims interact with each other when in different emotional states. Some people may scoff at advanced emotions being over-hypped, but for me I think they make the game more immersive.
Third, multi-tasking. In The Sims 3, there were some instances where it looked like Sims were doing two things at once. In The Sims 4, almost any activity allows your sim to also talk to another sim and sometimes do a third thing. This applies to almost any action, so it feels more realistic. I can talk to someone, eat, and watch TV. So can my sim! They also move around much more realistically. They look and feel more animated, more human. I haven't really stopped and let the autonomy system do it's thing yet. I like to control every part of the lives of my sims! Eventually I'll be able to see how well they make their own decisions.
Finally, the fourth thing I think is really a big improvement is the loading times. I understand that having more loading screens seems like a downer, but I feel it's a big improvement. Even on this computer, it takes about two to three minutes to load my Sims 3 save. In The Sims 4, it's less than a minute to get to the main menu and load my save. I can get into the game much faster. Yeah, there are loading screens anytime I want to visit a new lot, but they are pretty quick. Just a few seconds. Granted I have a hybrid SDD drive, but I think even with a standard hard drive the loading times should be quick. It's a good trade off. I don't want to wait too long to get into the game, even if it means I have more loading screens. Plus, this means the computer doesn't have to load the whole town at once, so the game runs smoother.
Ok, now on to the few problems I've run into. Like usual, there's clipping, when a sim passes through an object or wall. I'm pretty used to this as it's been in every sims game. So far it's been light, so it's not a huge deal. In a perfect world, there would be no clipping at all, but I don't think it's game breaking. As far as sims clipping each other, I saw it happen twice in my game so far. Most of the time the sims make a good effort to move around each other. I had Susan on the side walk talking with some neighbors and there was a lot of activity. All the sims passing by managed to move around Susan and her neighbors. At this time, it seems like clipping is a minor issue. It could change as I play more today, so we'll see.
Another bug I encountered was that at some point I noticed that Susan was carrying a spoon in her hand every where she went. At first I thought since her aspiration was to become a chef and that she was in the culinary career track that it was intentional, but then she started cooking again. The spoon flew around the kitchen while she cooked and I could tell it was a bug! I'll see if the spoon is still there when I play today. Hopefully I just need to delete the cache files to fix it!
Another thing that I have noticed is that sometimes my sim (that's the sim version of me) comes over to Susan's and after staying a while he will say, "Well I should get going," but doesn't leave. Perhaps it's because I had a social action with him cued up at the time. Other times when sims say they are leaving, they leave. There are little things like this that confuse me. I'm not sure if this is a bug or is intentional. I also notice that if you say goodbye to a guest, he or she will not leave until you "ask them to leave." Saying goodbye to your guest should be a hint. 😉
The last thing I will say is how much I wish toddlers were in the game! That's right, they are annoying and whiny, but so much fun! I loved seeing infants and toddlers wake up their parents and then seeing the parents yelling at their kids for waking them up. I loved pushing the toddlers in strollers and teaching them stuff. It's really the only missing feature that I actually, miss. I certainly don't miss the attraction system and hearing about every sim who is attracted to me. I won't miss the constant phone calls with sims asking me out on dates (though might not be so bad in real life!). I won't miss pools for now, would like them eventually, but I can live without them for a while. But, please give me toddlers!
The bottom line? While I haven't explored much of the game world yet (the first few hours I spent at my sims house and visiting with neighbors) I have to recommend this game. As a caution, I've only had the game for a little while, so this is my first impression. If you are a big fan of The Sims series, then buying this game is a no brainer. If you are on the fence, I'd say get the digital version on Orgin. You can try it for up to 24 hours and if you don't like it you can get a refund. Not a bad deal since there is no regular demo of the game.
I think this game has real potential and it can only get better. I feel that so far there aren't a lot of bugs for a newly released game, though this could change as I continue playing. Having emotions and seeing how they effect sims is fun and the multi-tasking feature is very much welcomed. Also, the user interface is a major improvement. I forgot to mention that, so really there are FIVE things that are huge improvements in The Sims 4! I haven't experienced most of the game yet, so my opinion could change, but I'd say the good outweighs the bad.


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Washington Watch: What Kerry Did
Secretary of State John Kerry's valedictory speech on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict unleashed a firestorm of criticism from the very same folks who had just finished hyperventilating over the US abstention on a Security Council resolution a few days earlier.
The speech, itself, was divided into three parts. Kerry opened with an accounting of all that the Obama Administration had done for Israel in the past eight years. And he closed with a list of principles he said should serve as the basis for a future Israeli-Palestinian peace. The largest part, the middle, was a passionate indictment of Israel's settlement policy in the West Bank and East Jerusalem—the most comprehensive critique ever given by an American political leader.
During the past 50 years, successive US Administrations have done their best to avoid public criticism of Israel. There have been momentary outbursts of displeasure. But, for the most part, when US officials wanted to challenge Israel's behavior, they prodded, cajoled, pleaded their case, or resorted to offering "incentives". They have never "taken Israel to the wood shed". That's what Kerry did and that was what prompted the reaction.
In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered the political equivalent of tantrum even before Kerry finished his remarks. President-elect Donald Trump tweeted his displeasure. And Members of Congress, from both parties, rushed to issue statements pledging their full support for Israel and its leader, while roundly criticizing their own Secretary of State.
Why the hysteria? As Kerry, himself acknowledged, the speech was not going to change realities on the ground nor would it force the Israelis to alter their behavior. And, as Donald Trump tweeted, with only a few weeks left before the end of the Obama Administration, it is clear that Israel is not going to pay a price in terms of its relationship with Washington.
None of these reactions, of course, paid any attention to the opening or closing parts of Kerry's speech. Israel and its supporters have made a habit of treating as their due the aid and support they have received from the Obama Administration. And, as for the "Kerry Principles", they were bound to be ignored, since everyone knows what they are but see no possibility that they will be realized.
What set off the firestorm was that Kerry dared to publicly and forcefully criticize Israeli policy. And that was what the overreaction intended to snuff out. The standard Israeli approach used in situations of this sort is to launch a campaign of intimidation designed to pummel the offender into submission and to discourage others from taking similar course.
I remember back in 2003, in the lead up to the 2004 presidential primaries, then Senator Kerry addressed our Arab American Institute national conference poignantly describing the daily hardships faced by Palestinians under occupation. He concluded his remarks by condemning the "separation wall" that Israel was constructing in the West Bank, calling it "a barrier to peace". For weeks, Kerry was pummeled by pro-Israeli activists and donors until he finally relented and apologized for his remarks.
Much the same happened with Justice Richard Goldstone, one of the co-authors of the United Nations report on Israeli violations of human rights and international law in its 2008/9 onslaught of Gaza. I met the man and heard him describe how painful it had been for him to see what Israel had done and then feel compelled to condemn their behavior. The response from Israel and Congress was intense and unrelenting. Most critics denounced "Goldstone" without even reading the report. Facts didn't matter, snuffing out criticism and making the critic pay a price did.
After being shamefully battered and even denied entry to Israel to visit his family, Justice Goldstone relented and wrote a Washington Post oped apologizing for some of the language he had used to describe Israeli behavior. At that point Israel announced victory and called off the attack.
This past summer, my colleagues and I went through somewhat the same experience after being appointed by Bernie Sanders to serve on the Democratic Party platform drafting committee. There was an effort to discredit and silence us even before the platform deliberations began. They didn't need to turn the heat up too high because the Clinton campaign made it clear that they would brook no criticism of Israel in the document. As a result, our efforts to add the words "occupation" and "settlements" were in vain.
And now comes Kerry's State Department speech in which he didn't just criticize Israel's occupation and settlement policy, he also demolished the arguments Israelis use to defend their actions. At the same time, he provided a tutorial on the damage done to peace by settlements. Kerry's speech will not change Israeli policy. And with Trump in the Oval Office three weeks, the speech most certainly will not affect a change in US policy. But what Kerry has done, if he doesn't relent, is shatter the taboo that has sheltered Israel from official criticism, while laying out the arguments needed to rebut Israeli efforts to justify their policies.
To some, especially Palestinians, this may seem like "too little, too late". But as someone who has been a part of the effort to create an American debate on Israeli policies, Kerry's intervention is both welcome, validating, and empowering. He laid down markers that should help liberals and progressives define a policy agenda on the Israel-Palestine conflict—exactly what we need as we enter the challenges of the Trump era.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not reflect the position of the Arab American Institute. The Arab American Institute is a non-profit, nonpartisan national leadership organization that does not endorse candidates.


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Inside: Are you fearful and tense? How do we live in this scary world without letting these emotions overwhelm? 7 Bible Verses about Fear to help you overcome.
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Have you ever realized fear began in The Fall?
Adam and Eve were in a close intimate relationship with God, and then they ate the fruit. God took care of all their needs, and He only required one thing. He demanded not eating from one tree. Adam and Eve believed in God perfectly until Satan questioned it. He created doubt in their minds, and they discarded God's goodness.
Adam and Eve feared God was withholding something from them. They wanted to know all and be all like God was. Sounds like pride, doesn't it?
What were they thinking?
Fear Causes Us to Lose Focus
How sad and shameful they felt. How could Adam and Eve do this to the God they loved? He had taken such good care of them, and they choose to disrespect Him. Sound familiar?
Can you imagine the buckets of sweat drenching their remorseful bodies as they hid from Him?
The Creator of the Universe caught them red-handed. It was no longer a perfect relationship. Sin messed up complete intimacy with God and with others.
The devil likes to play his part in anxiety too, creating darts of fear, doubt, and shame. We feel many of these emotions in our lives because of sin. Hopelessness, fear, and doubt were not present before the fall into sin.
The Current Culture
Anxiety is increasing because day by day we are moving farther from God. Culture likes to believe whatever it feels at the particular time, and the Bible isn't the foundation any longer. It seems like society is crumbling and fingers are pointed in all directions.
We know the truth though, God isn't the foundation anymore. We aren't following what the Bible says about fear and how to conqueror it.
The media can spin us all into anxiety. We fear for our lives, our kids' lives and the generations to come. However, sometimes this anxiety takes our minds a little too far and we begin to isolate ourselves from life.
When we're struggling with overwhelming tension, it's easy to believe we are all alone in our struggles. The reality is fear and strain have been plaguing humans since the Garden of Eden. It was a stronghold on many in the past and it's a stronghold on many now.
Does it give you a little reassurance knowing others share in your suffering?
What Does the Bible Say about Fear?
Throughout the Bible, you can find incidents of anxiety: Jehoshaphat, Moses, David, and many others are in the crowd of anxiety sufferers.
We need to remember God doesn't allow us to suffer without His help. God gives us His words and wisdom in the Bible to traverse these seasons. He is bringing us closer to the image we had before the Fall into sin.
David found himself in many of these such seasons.
He used prayer to ease his anxiety. He would bear out his soul to God, and God gave peace.
Heartfelt prayers become anxiety's remedy.
God Can Still Use Us Even When We are Fearful
God used David in spite of his fear. He became a line in the genealogy of the Savior.
When you feel as though God couldn't use you because of anxiety, can I ask you to read in Psalms?
God uses the most unlikely people for His glory, even you be used by Him if you put your trust in Him.
Recall what God has done through these individuals because even with anxiety, they put trust in Him.
- Moses led 600,000 Israelites.
- Jehoshaphat reigned and accumulated great wealth.
- David was a triumphant warrior, king, wrote many of the Psalms, and became a member of Jesus family tree.
Anxiety didn't have the final say, God did.
God has the Power over Fear
God will use you, and he will use this tension to refine you. As this shaping and remaking is taking place, remember God's promise of presence. He will lead and protect you. God doesn't leave you alone in the battle with anxiety.
His hand and yours are intertwined.
3 But when I am afraid,
I will put my trust in you (Psalm 56:3, NLT).
I just want to encourage you. You are not alone. Anxiety isn't new, and many have battled with it. You are so much stronger than your fear. You have hope and God on your side.
My prayer for you:
Dear Heavenly Father- Thank you for letting me come to you when I'm struggling. Please ease this troubled mind and body. Let me draw closer to you in the midst of this anxiety. Show me the positive from this strain. Soften my heart and lead me to others who need encouragement during their anxious moments! Your child, Amen.
Walking on Water When You Feel Like You're Drowning: Finding Hope in Life's Darkest MomentsFear Fighting: Awakening Courage to Overcome Your FearsFierce Faith: A Woman's Guide to Fighting Fear, Wrestling Worry, and Overcoming AnxietyFighting Fear With Faith: Weathering the Storms with God's Promises (Focus for Women)Fiercehearted: Live Fully, Love Bravely


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With authoritative tones and a distinctive turn of phrase McLaren was the BBC's voice of rugby, first on radio and then on television. Tellingly his last Six Nations commentary ended with a chorus of For He's A Jolly Good Fellow sung from all corners of the ground in his honour.
- Read Bill McLaren's Telegraph Obituary
- Read Bill McLaren's Times Obituary


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Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'
This glorious green love child of A. uva-ursi and A. nummularia was first introduced to the world by Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden. It's an outstanding CA native option if you're thinking about ditching the lawn, or have a wide open space you want to fill with something easy and pretty. 'Emerald Carpet' grows to 1' high and 6-10' wide and is densely covered with deep green, glossy leaves on pretty mahogany stems. Bonus points for exfoliating bark. Mid-Winter through Spring, delightful little white bells abound, followed by red fruits that are reportedly tasty. Water wise it's tough, but an occasional good soaking every few weeks in Summer will keep it looking its best (especially inland). Not a fan of extreme heat, part shade is best in hot spots. Well drained soil is best.
Perennial Groundcover USDA Zones 5-9