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This is absolutely wonderful. What will the end product be? And did you add colour with fabric paint as you went along? Love it - HelenReplyDelete
thanks Helen! these are small works, so either wall hangings or part of a larger art quilt. Two of them are all fabric, and the green one is a monoprint, so the color was first, then the stitching...ReplyDelete
Jane... I think you are wishing for Spring with all your odes to new growth! XOReplyDelete
I heart these!!ReplyDelete
Simply stunning Jane! How do you keep the mesh under control to sew it down? I love it!ReplyDelete
Beautiful vines, Jane. They remind me of seaweed, with the wonderful layers of color.ReplyDelete
These pieces are simply stunning! You have such a talent to bring thread and fabric together in a beautiful and inspirational way! Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
are you having fun or what???? lovely pieces and great photography!

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Upcoming shooter Dust 514 won't just be the first PS3 game to link to an MMO on the PC. It'll also be the first to support a framework for the purchase of microtransactions on the PlayStation Network using a virtual currency.
Asked by Develop whether developers CCP would be using their own form of in-game currency on the PlayStation 3, Hilmar Pétursson says "Yes and [Sony hasn't] done anything like this before. We're having many meetings with them to ensure they have solid policies on virtual currency. Given the amount of back and forth there, we can definitely see us breaking new ground."
The things that are being nutted out in meetings include revenue splitting and what happens when the PS3 goes quietly into the night.
If/when it all comes together, though, there'll be a means on the PlayStation 3 of publishers offering microtransactions using their own forms of currency. Meaning you'll see a lot more free-to-play games coming along.
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This is a guest post from This Mama Loves Her Bargains. I love to support Mom Owned Businesses and that I am proud to share with you!
Priska Diaz is a mom-preneur who invented BAREâ"¢ Air-Free Baby Bottles, because she needed a good solution to a too common problem with baby bottles. All three of my kids took bottles, and all three of my kids had issues with different bottles. I can tell you that adding up numbers in my head that we literally spent hundreds of dollars on bottles before finding one that didn't give our kids painful gas or cause them to spit up more than they already did. Ask any parent who's walking like a zombie into the baby section of a store grabbing five brands of bottles off of shelves at 10pm on a Saturday night, and they'll tell you how desperate you can become to find THE RIGHT BOTTLE.
I'm not saying that BARE is the "right" bottle for everyone, but reading about the design of the bottles and knowing that it was designed by a mom who knows the needs– well, it's almost enough to make me have another baby so I can test them. (Almost). As a mom who breastfed all three kids, I love that these bottles are designed to work like a breast, and that the baby works on proper latch even with the bottle. Anything to keep that latch going strong and not "forgotten" by the easier to use bottle!! (Just a note, all three of my kids were in part formula fed). I like these bottles for ALL babies because of the no air thing- because that means less gas pains. So maybe it won't be the right bottle for everyone, but I have a feeling in my gut that it will be the right bottle for MANY, and that's why I have already done a contribution on Kickstarter to back the project. Not because I'll benefit from it, but because I think this is an awesome product and serves a need that's always going to be around. Its simple, straightforward, and fills a need.
- Prevents gas and air ingestion with syringe-like dispensing technology
- Teaches baby properly latching with expanding nipple that mimics the movement of natural breast
- Eliminates "lazy†and comfort feeding with natural, slower flow and characteristics that mimic breastfeeding
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- Prevents bacteria by minimizing backwash
- Promotes self-feeding by allowing baby to drink from any position
- Supports your values by being made in the USA, BPA, PVC, Lead & Phthalate free and supporting green corporate initiatives
Designed by a mom, BARE™ is a revolutionary new baby bottle that truly prevents gas and air. Designed to work just like a mother's breast, BARE trains baby proper latching and self-feeding, prevents bacteria, simplifies cleaning. BARE will be available on store shelves in January 2012. Because the development and production of BARE is being funded by the mom inventor, we hope moms will visit the BARE project page at the fund-raising site called Kickstarter. Here, moms can support the project and be the first to receive these new, revolutionary bottles.
Aside from the design of the bottles, and how well I think they will work to mimic nature, which will hopefully mean a lot less painful gas and spitup for many, many babies, I love that these bottles are made in the USA, are safe in terms of materials used, and invented by a mom! I think not having to buy different "stages" for nipples is pretty fabulous too- this was something that WE (ok, ok. Mr. Bargains) had to run out to a store at 10pm on a Saturday, full-on bleary eyed, to find the next "nozzle" stage (his term not mine) because Busy was screaming incessantly at the bottle and I wasn't making enough milk to satisfy her- but the nipple was too slow, as it turned out. Not having to stock up on nipples in a faster flow or having to check which "stage" nipple you are using just simplifies things!!
I'm hoping that you, my fabulous readers, will check out the Kickstarter site and read more about these fantastic BAREâ"¢ Air-Free Baby Bottles. I'm backing a fellow mom's business endeavour- will you? This is my third time backing a project on Kickstarter site- the other 2 were successful and I hope this one is too.


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Freaky Fridays with the Bush administration
Officials deliver bad news on the environment when no one is listening
On Friday, Oct. 10, the Bush administration made it easier for mining companies to dump tailings on federal land. The timing of the announcement fit what environmental groups call the "Friday Follies."
"It's a very effective strategy, a very cynical strategy," says Rob Perks of the Natural Resources Defense Council in Washington, D.C. "It's sneaky."
When the Bush administration does something that's bad for the environment, it's often rolled out on a Friday, Perks says. That makes it difficult for news organizations to cover, because reporters and editors are already busy doing work for weekend publication or broadcast. And there is less chance for follow-up coverage, because newsroom staffing is at its thinnest on Saturdays and Sundays.
Administration officials "don't want (news) coverage," Perks says. "Friday is always a terrible day for coverage, and the fewest people read newspapers on Saturdays, so (even if a story does get cranked out) fewer people are going to see it."
Perks' group has compiled a list of more than 100 environmental policy rollbacks by the administration, and at least 58 have come down either on Fridays or just before holidays.
Examples include the Environmental Protection Agency's relaxation of "New Source Review" air pollution regulations (two decisions on Fridays in October and November, 2002, then another on New Year's Eve); the EPA's reduction of wetlands protection (Friday, Jan. 10); the administration's settlement of a lawsuit over wilderness in Utah, which opens the door for development (Friday, April 11); and the Department of Energy's decision to spend billions on new nuclear weapons (Friday, June 6).
"The administration announces policies when they're ready to be released, no matter what the issue is," says Jimmy Orr, a White House spokesman.
But journalists see a pattern, too. "It does seem like there have been a lot of big decisions and announcements made not in prime time — late on Fridays, or as holidays approach, or at odd hours, late in (any) afternoon," says Eric Pianin, a Washington Post reporter who covers the environment. "I don't think it's all orchestrated or all intentional, but (sometimes it is), and it forces you to scramble, or perform triage."
A gift to the mining industry
The administration's latest "Friday folly" — the rollback on mine tailings — arrived in an Interior Department press conference at 5 p.m. East Coast time, just before the three-day Columbus Day weekend.
The news was leaked to an Associated Press reporter a few hours in advance, so an AP story was available for publication around the country on Saturday. But the news still didn't get much play. The Los Angeles Times was apparently the only major paper that wrote its own story. The tailings policy grows out of a new interpretation by Interior Department lawyers of the 1872 General Mining Act. In 1997, the Clinton administration's Interior solicitor, John Leshy, held that the Mining Act limited how much land companies could claim for mill sites: only five acres for every 20 acres mined. The limit was applauded by environmentalists, because modern mill sites typically include massive tailings piles, machinery, roads and power stations.
But in 1999, industry complaints about that limit prompted its allies in Congress to exempt existing mines, through a rider attached to a bill for the Kosovo war and Honduran hurricane victims (HCN, 6/7/99: Miners sneak a rider onto an appropriation for war). The Oct. 10 announcement goes much further: Roderick Walston, Interior's current deputy solicitor, says the Mining Act does not limit mill sites for new mines, either. Assistant Secretary of the Interior Rebecca Watson, a former industry lobbyist, says the change will likely encourage mining exploration. "It's not a rollback of environmental regulations," says Russ Fields, president of the Nevada Mining Association, because mines must still satisfy federal and state pollution laws.
But environmental groups say the change will allow giant mines to get even bigger. "Now, if a new mine wants 100 acres or 1,000 acres (for tailings and milling), they can have it," says Lexi Shultz of the Mineral Policy Center.
As for the timing of the announcement, the Interior Department says it was orchestrated by Democratic Sen. Harry Reid and Republican Rep. Jim Gibbons, both from the mining state of Nevada. But the Friday pattern continued uninterrupted: The next Friday, Oct. 17, the Environmental Protection Agency announced that it won't regulate potentially toxic dioxin compounds in sewage sludge used as as farm fertilizer. And on Friday, Oct. 24, Interior's opinion on tailings was entered into the Federal Register, closing off any chance for public comment.
"This administration believes the less information the public has, the better," Perks says. "Every Friday is Friday the 13th with the Bush administration."
The author is HCN's editor in the field.


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Python's strangling of 2 boys in Canada investigated
Updated 11:12 p.m.ET
TORONTO A 100-pound python blamed in the strangling deaths of two Canadian boys apparently escaped from its enclosure, slithered through a ventilation system and fell through the ceiling into the room where the young brothers were sleeping, authorities said Tuesday.
A snake expert said it was possible that the python was spooked and simply clung to whatever it landed on. Police are treating the deaths in Campbellton, New Brunswick, as a criminal investigation.
Autopsies on Noah Barthe, 4 and his brother Connor Barthe, 6, were performed Tuesday.
The brothers had been visiting the apartment of a friend whose father owned an exotic pet store on the floor below, Royal Canadian Mounted Police Sgt. Alain Tremblay said at a news conference in Campbellton. Tremblay said the African rock python was being kept inside the second floor apartment, not inside the pet store as authorities had previously stated.
Steve Benteau, a spokesman for the provincial Natural Resources Department, said no permit was issued for an African rock python and provincial authorities weren't aware it was being kept at the apartment. The department said the snake is generally only permitted in accredited zoos, unless there is a special permit.
Tremblay said the snake was housed in a large glass enclosure that reached the ceiling of the apartment and escaped through a small hole in the ceiling connected to the ventilation system. He said the snake made its way through the ventilation system and moved toward the living room, where the boys were sleeping. The pipe collapsed and the snake fell.
The friend of the boys was sleeping in another room and was unharmed.
The pet store owner, Jean-Claude Savoie, told the Global News television station that he didn't hear a sound and discovered the "horrific scene" when he went into his living room on Monday morning.
"I can't believe this is real," Savoie said.
He said the boys were the children of his best friend and were often at his apartment to visit his son. Savoie said the python, which he has had for at least 10 years, had been kept alone in its enclosure and was not handled by anyone else.
Police said the snake was killed by a veterinarian. It was sent for a necropsy to confirm the type of snake and help understand what may have caused it to attack.
Family spokesman Dave Rose, the boys' great-uncle, said the brothers had spent Monday at Savoie's family farm and played with different animals before staying over at the apartment. Rose thanked the community for their support and asked for privacy.
The snake was about 4.3 meters (14 feet) long, Tremblay said. He said police were looking at whether the store followed the province's regulations on exotic animals.
"It's a criminal investigation," Tremblay said. "We're going to look at all avenues."
The RCMP's Major Crime Unit is continuing the investigation, with the assistance of a reptile expert from the Magnetic Hill Zoo in Moncton, New Brunswick.
"I guess we can assume that given the size of the snake that certain things occurred, but the pathologist will be identifying the cause of death," Tremblay said.
Tremblay said police spoke to the store owner briefly and will meet with him again.
Reptile expert Bry Loyst, curator of the Indian River Reptile Zoo in Ontario, said police have been seeking his advice. He said he was told by police that it wasn't the first time that the python had escaped its enclosure. Police were not available to confirm that late Tuesday.
Loyst noted the boys had been playing with other animals hours earlier and he believes their scent might have attracted the snake.
Paul Goulet, founder and co-owner of Little Ray's Reptile Zoo in Ottawa, said snakes don't recognize humans as a source of food, but if the children smelled like animals, it could explain an attack.
"If a snake sees an animal moving, giving off heat and smells like a goat, what is it? It's a goat," Goulet said. "The reasonable explanation of how this has happened is that they had been playing with farm animals, they did smell like their prey items and the snake sadly enough mistook them as a food item when they weren't."
Rose said the kids had played with llamas, goats, horses and dogs and cats just a few hours earlier.
The town's deputy mayor, Ian Comeau, said the Reptile Ocean shop was licensed to operate and "everything was according to our bylaws, to the provincial guidelines." He said he saw alligators, crocodiles and snakes when he toured the shop with the fire department about two years ago.
Snake expert John Kendrick, a manager at the Reptile Store in Hamilton, Ontario, said it sounds like the python was not enclosed properly and might have been spooked. He called the strangling deaths "very unusual" but said African rock pythons tend to be a little more high-strung.
"It's very odd that one would go out and seek out a person. They don't recognize us as food," he said.
Pythons can sense heat, and if they are startled they can grab something, Kendrick said. He said snakes are very long and their muscles run lengthwise through their body, so they are not very stable unless they are holding on to something.
"A snake that size that was just trying to hold on securely enough to make sure he felt like he wasn't falling or going anywhere; he has enough muscle power to cut off circulation," he said.
It's possible that the python was just holding on to what it landed on, Kendrick said.
"Once they are in constricting mode, any part of their body that is touching something that moves, they'll wrap it," he said. "I've seen snakes with two different prey items at the same time, one with the back of the body and one with the front. It could have been an incident like that."
A now-expired online petition was circulating asking to have the shop closed, reports Canada GlobalTV Toronto, which says dozens of people had signed, some discussing poor conditions the animals were living in.
Reptile Ocean was once a zoo, and neighbors are worried. "If one got out -- how many (others could get) out? It's enough to make you wonder," one remarked.


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Theresa LaBrecque grew up in New Hampshire, she fell in love with the mossy woodlands behind her home where she spent countless hours playing. She often made fairy houses and villas for her temporary woodland pets, and would lay upon natural moss beds while letting her imagination go wild. In her imagination the birds confided in her and the toads depended on her for creative shelter. Cows grazed in her woods and Theresa befriended a few, she would climb on their backs while they lazily chewed their cud. They too confided in the whimsical child. Is it any wonder then that the adult child still prefers whimsy and offers it to the world in art form? Today Theresa lives on her farm in Northwood NH with several goats, a unicorn (a small white rescue horse) and Panda her beloved Bull terrier. Visit www.thefairyfarm.com for more about Theresa and directions to her whimsical farm.


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Description : This one came about after looping the female Mmmm vocal. Again this one was done a long time ago. Recorded in cubase
Description : This is the sound of hope!
New Old School Happy Techno
The SOB - Sound of Belgium
Enjoy! ;)
Watch the video here youtu.be/vK2pYPSV6Rk
Description : "WORLD FUTURISM," a unique blend of global dance
and timeless sounds drawing from nature, traditional music, field recordings,
and the electronic savvy of modern centers like Chicago and London
Description : The tangled skein of life permeates all creation, binding the known to the unknown. This track, in its own subtle way, attempts to convey that.
Description : Just like the first EP "OGOU", this production focuses on organic elements with drum samples.It contains modern sounds such electronic down-tempo, future bass,and hip-hop, which makes the music sound old and new at the same time. With heavy sampling of African chants and sound generated from other tribes, this is production will bring more flavor and enjoyment--it's like Africa to your Ears.
Description : After a major uphill battle completing this song and turning it into what it is now, I feel some amount of satisfaction. It was like reality wanted me to give up or something. It's done... phew... Have updated this almost completely, from repatching the modular bass, playing some guitar parts, adding electric piano and synth lead, redoing and tuning the DW-6000 synth, of course adding my vocals, and mixing and mastering. It really has become pretty new wave, like much of my stuff does recently. Have added the lyrics as well. I am proud and happy with it, and I hope you all enjoy listening! UPDATE... woohoo just broke 1000 plays on this track here at looperman!
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Hey finally here with a new track! I'm not sure what to call this other than electronic, due to the high tempo. This is the first song finished using my interface which allows direct MIDI control of my modular synthesizer. The mid frequency bass part is all from that patch. There are tracks designed with my Zoom RT-123 drum machine, the microkorg, and the circuit bent KORG DW-6000. Other than that it is just a kick and snare drum sample, and a a quick vocal snippet. So I guess it's fairly minimal in that respect. Would like to hear the Looperman community's thoughts on this song! Thank you for listening
Description : New-Acid House
100% Original 126 BPM Instrumental
Pretty straight forward. ʘʘ
Hopefully, it should make you at least wiggle your toes. :P
Enjoy! ;)
Description : A bit of pop, of disco, of punky guitar and electronic well i stop here because i don't know what really type of music is this any idea ?
But is this really matters ?
I'm in for any collabs
more tracks here
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Description : The answer to Close Encounters is Hymn Of The Pleiades.This is a strictly groove track where the elements of ambient meets electronic funk and Hip Hop. Track was recorded, mixed and mastered using Mixcraft Pro Studio 6 software. Results were achieved by using a FATA Studio 90 MIDI keyboard ran through a E-MU Proteus 2000 sound module, - for the phat funky bass synth. I also used a KORG O5R/W sound module for the retro lead synth parts and ambient sound pads.
I utilized what was essentially a old school Hip Hop drum track, arranged and beefed it up for that extra umh! I greatly appreciate all the positive feedback the track has garnered thus far. Keep listening and by all means, your comments are much welcomed... thanks.
Description : This coming from the New Project called, "World Futurism."
it's a production inspired by various tribes like Africa,Asia, North America. And with some heavy bass and synth sound, we got something refreshing to the ears.
I know I have promised a lot you that I will finish it but never did. However, I am for real this time.
Description : This one has a lot of changes. Pretty unique. Lots of dubstep sounds, glitch and other sounds. I always enjoy listening back to it. Throw on some headphones, crank it up, and experience the awesomeness of this epic electronic composition.
Description : I did this today instead of going for a walk in the sun. This is not the final mix, but the idea is there. I'm always looking for voices to collaborate with so if you feel like it contact me
Description : Guys, this is a very moving story.
All I can tell you is a drunk man and a badly damaged car and a dead wife.
I hope you like it if you do then please leave me a comment.
Description : After almost a year, i finally completed a new full song, so i can upload here instead of old tracks. Listening that 'pella was enlighting... a pity Djoctx removed it! For that reason, download is not allowed. So, about enlighting... this is for the Enlinghted One, who's waiting for my new songs! Enjoy!
Description : Electronic blend. Starts off with a wup wup wup wup bass wob, then a rock beat with a bass line, and synths and samples are weaved in. Glitch sounds invade, and dub step robo voices speak up. A sliced up climax tops off the structure. Thank you, come again.
Description : Here's an original track I made which features different vst's I've found within the interwebs. Very chill, yet hard hitting. I'd say this track is Chillout/Electronic.
Description : Recently I've been quite into future bass and this my first real try at making it.
Looking forward to some constructive criticism. Hope you enjoy
You'll find the artwork for this track here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vaLe8kXM9fg
Update - This is the updated completed version of the song featuring Eshar on the vocals.This is a very experimental track and hopefully you'll be pleasantly surprised by it.
I don't know where else to put this, but I really want to thank the Looperman community for giving my track a chance. It's almost hit 800 plays and it's got so many favorites, it's insane. Thanks to everyone who made this the song it is right now.
Description : Im feeling progress in this one. First time doing something more hardcore.
Let me know what you think
Description : A demo of one of my current projects. The chorus vocal sounds like "Aaaaraashe" to me. The song is in C# minor with a nod to C# pythagorean on the chorus. The beat on the verse was inspired by the Peter Gabriel song Intruder.
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Description : With the winter solstice comes a new album from Spivkurl, as well as this new song from the album. Kind of a new-new-wave sort of track. We all like it around here.
Description : The wild warrior.
In a mysterious chilling EBM mix.
In this unusual song I didn't use loops, only VST's.
The total wacky WHOOO, for the Jungle alarm flute. It really has a totally funky interface.
Then even the Revolta2, Tethys2 and MT Powerdrumkit2.
And underneath, sounds from Robotar.
Mixed with Spinner and KeroVee and some more FX stuff.
And on top of it a little singing, by myself.
Again the question arises.
What is the name of this style or genre?
But more important, of course, is that you like it.
Comments are sure welcome.
Enjoy the music and dance like a wild warrior
Description : Recently did a collab with Looperman user doctorcatface, and this is what came of it. He sent me his project file with individual loop sections. I laid out the arrangement and wrote some lyrics. Did the mixing and mastering too. I don't know about you, but I enjoy listening to this one. Here's the original track that inspired the collab:
Thanks much for listening!
You can get the new Spivkurl album "Charting The Anomaly," which includes this track at the We Are... Records Capitalist Market found here: http://www.wearerecords.com/capitalistmarket.html
Description : Not sure what genre this could fit into. Leave a comment & let me know


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We can set foot on faraway planets, in a sense, by exploring the world beneath our feet. Underground caves provide unique insights into what we might find beneath alien landscapes. By studying earthly caves we can better understand how they form, the spectacular minerals they produce, and the unusual creatures – from microbes to vertebrates – that thrive in them.
On Wednesday, December 4, 2013, as part of Perimeter Institute's Public Lecture Series presented by Sun Life Financial, join Dr. Penelope Boston on a spelunking adventure into Earth's most extreme underground environments for a glimpse at distant worlds and life forms that may inhabit them.
Dr. Penelope Boston is Director of the Cave and Karst Studies Program and Professor in the Earth & Environmental Sciences Department at the New Mexico Institute of Mining & Technology, in Socorro, NM. Boston is also Associate Director of the National Cave and Karst Research Institute in Carlsbad, NM. Her research areas include geomicrobiology and astrobiology in extreme environments (caves, hot and cold deserts, high latitudes and altitudes); human life support issues in space and planetary environments; and use of robotics to assist exploration and science in extreme Earth and extraterrestrial environments. Boston is author of over 150 technical and popular publications, editor of 4 volumes, and author of an upcoming popular book. Her work has been featured in over 150 print and broadcast media outlets over the past several decades. Boston is recipient of the Science Award for lifelong achievement from the National Speleological Society, a Fellow of the NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, named a Caving Legend by the Ft. Stanton Cave Study Project, and recipient of the 2013 David P. McKay Life on Mars Award. As a student at the University of Colorado in the early 1980s, she co-founded the Case for Mars project and series of conferences.
Boston's lecture, entitled "The Planet Within: Caves from Earth to Mars and Beyond", will be held on Wednesday, December 4 at 7:00 PM ET in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Please visit Perimeter's website for further details. You can view past public lectures and events online here.
Further details can be found at www.perimeterinstitute.ca.


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(Pocket-lint) - If you're looking for a family friendly camera that you can chuck in your bag, the Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Coolpix S6300 may be a bit OTT for your needs - you may be better off with the Nikon Coolpix S30.
The S30 is designed with novice digital camera users in mind; users such as your little 'uns or your grandparents. Although it packs some decent camera tech, the S30 is really all about ease of use. There's big buttons on board, raised lenses and flashes to make finger-accidents less likely, and simple to use menus.
What's more it's waterproof up to 3 metres and can survive a bit of rough and tumble too; being shockproof from 0.8m.
It will shoot stills at 10 megapixels and video at 720p and packs a 3x Nikkor optical zoom (29–87mm) making it a much more serious player than even the most impressive smartphone snappers. On the back is a 2.7-inch LCD display and the whole system is powered by a couple of AA batteries.
"This camera really encourages everyone to have fun taking pictures, whatever your age or photography level," said comments James Loader of Nikon UK.
"We're especially excited about the design of the camera – with a raised lens and built-in flash, the Coolpix S30 is perfect for sharing great family moments with your children."
Priced at a penny less than £100 the Nikon Coolpix S30 will hit shops at the end of next month.


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– WWE is looking to hire a new Executive Vice President of International Business, a new Vice President of Marketing and a new Vice President of Social Media.
– Chris Jericho will be hosting Revolver Magazine's Golden God Awards for the fourth straight year on Thursday, May 2nd from Club Nokia in Los Angeles. Triple H is nominated for "Most Metal Athlete" with UFC star Clay Guida, skateboarder Geoff Rowley, MLB player CJ Wilson, NFL star Tom Crabtree and race car driver Tanner Faust.
– Including DVR viewership, WWE Main Event is averaging a 1.1 rating with 1.76 million viewers so far this year. Saturday Morning Slam averages a 0.6 rating and 935,000 viewers.
Rumor on Vince McMahon, New Details on Triple H vs. Lesnar Storyline…
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Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, affects an estimated 1 in 20 Americans, according to the American Tinnitus Association. While it is often described as ringing, it can also be buzzing, hissing, whirring or whistling. While it may seem like a mere annoyance, for sufferers it can destroy day-to-day life.
The assault on our hearing, especially during the fall when leaf blowers are roaring at deafening decibels, can contribute to this condition. We turned to Lata Jain, who has been practicing audiology for more than 12 years and specializes in tinnitus. She owns and manages five locations of Sonus Hearing Care Professionals in the Chicago area. Jain received her master's in audiology from Ohio University and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. The following is an edited transcript of the conversation.
Q: What causes tinnitus?
A: The No. 1 cause is the prolonged exposure to loud sounds. Normal conversation registers at 60 decibels. Over 85 is when it gets harmful. … The noise causes damage to the cells of the cochlea, a spiral-shaped organ in the inner ear. Hearing also worsens with age … and that can also cause tinnitus. Depending on the cause, it can be short term or more permanent and cause hearing loss.
Q: Who is at risk?
A: Anyone who is continually around loud noises … landscapers, carpenters, construction workers. But exposure to loud noises is cumulative, so it can occur in anyone, including young people. The average decibel level at a rock show is 110, loud enough to cause permanent damage in one evening.
Q: So the proliferation of iPods is a problem?
A: Yes. One in three teens have MP3 players, and there's very little awareness. Loud levels of noise should be avoided, regardless. … But the risks are even greater when the source is directly in your ears. The first step is getting the word out, which I see as one of my roles. I'm positive that this will change … and that some association will take some steps and try to get some legislation in place on the use of these devices.
Q: How is tinnitus treated?
A: With proper sound therapy, which can use sound to decrease the loudness or prominence of tinnitus, this condition can be brought under control. Often, sound is used to completely or partially cover the tinnitus. A lot of people are told that they just have to live with it, but that's not true. There is relief out there.
Q: When should someone seek treatment?
A: When it gets in the way of normal functioning. It can affect work, social life, sleep; it can cause depression. It is important for an intervention, because anxiety and stress can make symptoms worse … you perceive the sound to be louder than it really is.
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Q: What about earwax? Can that affect hearing?
A: Earwax protects the ear canal against dirt and bacteria. It's OK and very normal. You don't really need to do anything other than external cleaning of your ear … most of the time, people just end up pushing it deeper into their ear. Only a small percentage of people are affected to the point that wax gets impacted and affects their hearing. That's when you need to see a professional and get it cleaned.
Q. What do you know about ear candling? The theory is that the heat from flame will create suction that draws earwax into a hollow candle. It seems to be making a comeback.
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Jerry Sandusky hearing, January 10, 2013
Jerry Sandusky is escorted into Centre County Courthouse for an appeals hearing before Judge John M. Cleland Jr. Sandusky was convicted in June 2012 for sexually abusing 10 boys and received a sentence of 30 to 60 years.
(JOE HERMITT, The Patriot-News/2012)
A state appeals court on Wednesday moved a hearing next month on Jerry Sandusky's appeal of his child molestation conviction from a northeastern Pennsylvania high school to the nearby county courthouse.
Superior Court scheduled oral arguments in the appeal for 3 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Luzerne County Courthouse in Wilkes-Barre. The session had previously been set for the same date at in the auditorium at Dallas High School.
Superior Court Judge Jack Panella said the move was prompted by a high level of media interest in the cases to be argued that day. The statement said the court holds sessions in community and educational settings to bring its business to the average person and to help educate students and the wider public, but "to avoid possible disruption of those goals it is believed prudent to re-schedule these cases to the county courthouse."
Along with the Sandusky matter, the judges will also consider an appeal by Mike Veon, a former high-ranking Democrat in the state House now serving prison time after being convicted in the "Bonusgate" public corruption investigation, as well as a third case.
Sandusky is challenging his conviction last year on 45 counts of child sexual abuse, involving 10 boys. The former Penn State assistant coach is serving a 30- to 60-year sentence at Greene State Prison in the state's southwestern corner.
"I'm happy to argue it wherever they want to be," said Sandusky's lawyer, Norris Gelman. "I'll meet them on any ground."
As usual, still cameras and audio and video recording equipment will not be allowed in the courtroom.


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Common Household Items Toxic to Dogs and Pets
Many people are planning their family vacations now that the weather has improved a bit and spring has started to show her beautiful face again. Whether you are leaving your pet with a dog-sitter or
Many people are planning their family vacations now that the weather has improved a bit and spring has started to show her beautiful face again. Whether you are leaving your pet with a dog-sitter or are planning to stay close to home, it's always important to be aware of the dangers that can threaten your pet while you're not home.
"Every year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control hotline handles over 150,000 cases of pets being poisoned, and many of those cases involved common household items." Dr. Steven Hansen of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) goes on to state that, "In our homes, the bathroom is the most dangerous spot for pets. The single most common reason for calls into the poison hotline is because pets have consumed medications."
Some substances, like over-the-counter medications, that are safe for people, can in fact be deadly for our pets. Even if owners are unsure about the toxicity of a substance, they should take precautions and keep it secured in closed containers and out of reach or view of their animals.
In some cases, it is not necessary that your dog eat or drink the potential poison; the poison can enter the animal's body in other ways such as if it comes in contact with their fur or paws. When pets groom themselves, either by licking their paws or fur, they will undoubtedly ingest the toxic substance and be at risk for toxicity.
Often the most dangerous poisons for pets are certain "people foods" and over-the-counter or prescription drugs. However other common household items that are toxic to your pooch include:
Anti-depressants can cause vomiting and in more severe case – serotonin syndrome; a dangerous condition that raises the body temperature, heart rate and blood pressure of your pet and can even cause seizures.
Automotive and household chemicals are one of the most dangerous substances. Substances containing antifreeze, solvents and pool chemicals can poison pets. Symptoms include stomach disorders, depression, and chemical burns. Various cleaning, washing and bleaching agents can cause poisoning and respiratory problems.
Avocado can also be dangerous when fed in large amounts. In the avocado there is a substance called "persin" which can cause vomiting and diarrhea in pets.
Chocolate contains theobromine, which is a diuretic. Your dog may be very thirsty and urinate a lot – vomiting and diarrhea are usual symptoms as well. Here's the real danger … theobromine is also a cardiac stimulant so it could increase your dog's heart rate or cause irregular heart beats. For that same reason, it is also a good idea to keep coffee and caffeine away from your pet.
Domestic plants can also be harmful to pets. Here is a list of the most toxic plants: azaleas and rhododendrons (during the flowering these plants contain toxins that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, coma and possibly death); tulips and daffodils (the bulbs of these plants can cause serious stomach problems, cramps, and damage to the heart); sago palm (a few seeds may be enough to cause vomiting, seizures and liver failure).
Fertilizers used in the garden, which are made of dried blood, poultry manure and bone meal, are very attractive for pets but can be toxic for them if consumed.
Fleas and tick medications are also dangerous. Each year thousands of animals around the world are inadvertently poisoned by these substances. Problems arise when a pet accidentally swallows these substances, or an overdose occurs (this is especially the matter for small pets).
Food from people's table bears dangers as well. Pets and people have different metabolism. Some foods and drinks that are safe for humans can be dangerous and sometimes deadly for dogs.
Grapes and raisins are also unsafe. Experts are not sure why, but these fruits can cause kidney failure in dogs. Even small amounts can cause problems.
Medications for pets may be dangerous too. Pets can be poisoned and die from drugs meant to help them. The most common problems are encountered with overdose of prescribed painkillers.
Nuts – We know for certain that Macadamia nuts are one of the most toxic nuts for dogs followed by walnuts and almonds especially bitter almonds. When dogs get into these delicious nuts we're not sure exactly what happens… because the toxic compound is unknown but dogs seem to develop tremors and weakness or paralysis of the hindquarters. And sometimes there is pain or swelling when you manipulate the limb or touch this area. The good news is the toxicity doesn't seem to last long; nevertheless nuts in general should be avoided.
Onions contain the toxic ingredient, thiosulphate that causes the problem. At first you might notice some vomiting and diarrhea and your pet will become tired and lethargic. Your pet develops haemolytic anemia, which is when the red blood cells actually burst within the body. The breath in the body is much less because the red blood cells, which carry oxygen, have been reduced or destroyed.
Over-the-counter or prescription medications for people are dangerous. Even small doses of narcotic drugs, which are okay for people, can have the opposite effect on your animals. Some of the most common and harmful drugs for dogs include non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory medications, which can lead to stomach and intestinal ulcers, or kidney failure.
Wine, Beer or other Alcoholic Beverages – A glass of that special vintage wine is definitely a NO-NO! We mentioned how dangerous grapes are so it's logical that wine is equally as bad. Beware of alcohol poisoning, which can cause liver failure and even death.
Xylitol as the sweetener can be found in many foods, including chewing gum and candy. Xylitol causes a rapid drop of sugar in blood, which leads to weakness and cramps. Some pets liver failure was observed, too.
All of these substances have different effects to the body of your pet. Problems will often arise beginning with the gastrointestinal tract and neurology (seizures), followed by cardiac and respiratory failure, and eventually coma and death.
Pet owners should remember that although they love and enjoy many foods, consume different medications or use chemicals indoors and outdoors, all these facts could be harmful and sometimes even deadly for their pets. They should educate themselves and share useful information on harmful agents with other pet owners.
Al Skender is a Raw Diet Educator for BARF World Inc. He's a self-proclaimed expert on the German Shepherd breed, owning several of them throughout his life. He enjoys being outdoors and prefers it to being stuck in front of the television, unless The Office or CSI is on. For more articles like these and to learn more about the benefits of raw food for your pets, sign up for The Intelligent Pet monthly e-zine at barfworld.com/ezine
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Your Favorite Bureaucracy Goes Digital
This story appears in the April 2000 issue of Business Start-Ups magazine. Subscribe »
The IRS is getting set to join the wired world. The tax agency recently proposed a pilot program that would make it possible for it to use secure e-mail to deliver tax returns to taxpayer-designated third parties who want to verify a taxpayer's income.
Authorized third parties include tax practitioners, small-business lenders, universities, mortgage companies and other financial institutions that seek income verification for loans, grants or subsidies. While the proposal promises to provide taxpayers with faster and more efficient service, privacy experts are alarmed at the prospect that it could lead to the misuse of sensitive tax information.
Automated For The People
The pilot program would automate a paper system already in use by the agency. As it stands now, taxpayers can ask the IRS to send a copy of their return to third parties. They often do this when applying for a mortgage, a small-business loan, disaster aid, or an education loan or grant.
In the current paper process, the taxpayer completes IRS Form 4506, "Request for Copy or Transcript of Tax Form," which authorizes the IRS to release this information. The IRS says it currently responds to more than six million requests from tax payers each year for copies of paper tax returns, transcripts of returns as well as verification of nonfiling and copies of W-2s. Of those six million requests, about two million are from taxpayers asking that tax information be sent to a designated third party.
The request can take several weeks to complete. That would change, however, once the pilot program goes national. With secure e-mail, these types of requests could be handled in 24 hours or less, says Robert E. Barr, IRS assistant commissioner for electronic tax information. Barr is in charge of IRS efforts to move more services online. Under the pilot program, a taxpayer could complete and submit an electronic Form 4506 directly via computer.
So how would the proposal affect entrepreneurs? If an entrepreneur is applying for a federally guaranteed loan, for example, he or she must prove need, explains Barr. In such a case, the business owner would have a copy of the tax return sent to the lender and delivery via e-mail would take place in a day or so.
Quick turnaround on these requests would be very helpful, says small-business analyst Susan Jacksack of CCH Inc., a Riverwoods, Illinois-based provider of legal, tax and business information.
Joan Szabo is a writer in Great Falls, Virginia, who has reported on tax issues for more than 13 years.
Moving With Caution
Slated to begin in July 2001, the secure transcript program will be launched with the tax practitioner industry, state tax agencies (legislatively authorized to receive the information), and two small (about 100 users) pilots, one with the mortgage industry and the other with colleges, universities, and the Department of Education. Also planned for 2001 is the online electronic Form 4506, which taxpayers can complete and have encrypted. The mortgage industry pilot will be open to all private businesses involved in doing verification for loans, grants or subsidies. Making the program available on a national basis will come later, probably sometime around middle to late 2002, says Barr.
Under the program, the IRS will be able to test the concept with a relatively large audience in California and receive feedback on customer satisfaction and ease of use. To keep the data private, organizations that become involved must agree to keep the information on the tax return confidential; use it only for the purpose directed by the taxpayer; store it in locked containers when it is not in use; and not trade, barter or sell the information without the taxpayer's authorization. The third party would be required to obtain separate authorization from the taxpayer for any additional disclosures to other third parties involved.
Despite these requirements, privacy experts warn that the electronic system may not be appropriate when sensitive tax information is involved. The concept presents a privacy problem, says Marc Rotenberg, executive director of the Electronic Privacy Information Center in Washington, DC. "If you have information you're trying to keep confidential, you don't digitize it and throw it up on the Internet,' he asserts.
In addition, privacy advocates are alarmed that the proposal would make it so easy to transmit data allowing more businesses to demand to see the tax information. It follows, they maintain, that companies that have access to this sensitive data might resell it to other businesses for marketing or other commercial purposes.
But an electronic system, says Jacksack, may not be any worse as far as privacy is concerned than what is already happening with the existing paper system.
Aware of privacy concerns, the IRS is doing everything possible to make sure misuse. Barr outlines the various safeguards the IRS plans to use to address privacy worries:
- Data would be encrypted. "No one could read the data from the time the request is sent to the IRS until the time the agency receives it and then sends it out," says Barr. In addition, the service would have "the ability to decrypt the information and authenticate the taxpayer request."
- Prior registration by third parties would be necessary. Organizations receiving the data would have to be approved by the tax agency, which would undertake background checks on anyone who applied to participate. In addition, the agency would limit the use of the online service to third parties that applied for and received IRS approval. Under the paper system, anyone a taxpayer designates to receive a tax return is able to receive one, even someone's hairdresser, Barr points out.
- Limit the amount of tax data that is provided. With an electronic system, the IRS will be able to customize the information, allowing the agency to decide what type of data and how much of it will be sent. Barr says mortgage companies, for example, have indicated that they only need 10 to 12 data elements and not the 200 that are available when a copy of a tax transcript is mailed out. As a result, an Internet serv- ice such as the one envisioned by the IRS could mean a tenfold increase in privacy from the paper system, he says.
Further, the agency plans to include specific provisions in contracts with third parties that would prohibit reselling the data. It would reserve the agency's ability to monitor compliance and strip companies and accountants of the privilege of receiving the data electronically if there is any evidence of abuse.
- The agency would limit the amount of time available to access the data. Under the proposed system, once the taxpayer receives authentication from the IRS, the request would be electronically dated. The third party would only have 30 days from the date of the electronic stamp to receive and use the tax information. Currently, the third party can ask the taxpayer to sign Form 4506 but not date it.
- Provide an audit trail. The proposal would provide a
permanent electronic disclosure record on the organizations that
received the tax return and when they received it. The ability to
keep a record of this does not exist today in the paper system,
says Barr.
On The Horizon
Despite all these protections, privacy expert Rotenberg says there are too few controls, and unauthorized entities may still be able to access the data. In the meantime, the IRS is deciding whether other steps should be taken prior to the pilots launching. "We want to know if there are other improvements we can make," Barr says.
If privacy concerns continue to surface, however, Congress may enter the debate. Says Jacksack: "If taxpayers are really concerned, they should write to their congressperson and ask for an alternate option if they don't want the information sent electronically." As it stands now, she points out, they wouldn't have a choice. Under the proposal, all returns would be sent electronically.
In the meantime, the IRS has other online plans. "We are entertaining a number of electronic services, including allowing taxpayers to send us e-mail securely and privately to discuss an account matter and get it resolved," says Barr. The 1998 law directs the service to have such a system in place by 2006.
Above all, says Barr, as the IRS moves ahead with its plans, it's determined to make sure the privacy of an individual's tax records are secure and protected.
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By Staff Writer | April 30, 2014
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FAA has issued a Federal Register Notice seeking public comment on a proposed policy change to protect airspace for emergency operations when an aircraft engine fails during departure. The proposed policy change strikes a balance by providing the option to designate one path for all airlines to use when one engine inoperative (OEI) procedures are needed.
The FAA evaluates the takeoff path from every airport to ensure it is free of obstructions such as buildings, radio towers, and power lines. Currently the evaluation only considers the takeoff path for airplanes with both engines operating. In addition, each airline is required to establish its own flight path to ensure an unobstructed route, in the event that one engine fails during departure. In some cases, due to obstruction in the takeoff path, operators can only ensure a safe takeoff by off-loading fuel, cargo, or passengers which reduces the efficiency and capacity of the airport.
The proposed policy change provides stakeholders the option to invite FAA to assist with the planning for a single departure path for OEI operations for all carriers. It provides a practical solution for airports, airlines, and local communities, including present and future developers, which ensures there is a safe and obstruction-free takeoff route at airports in the event an airplane loses operability of an engine. It preserves safety, efficiency and capacity for our nation's airports, while allowing development in the surrounding communities.
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Opening Songs
OP 1 - Neuron Cream Soft (Tanoshiki Tokimeki)
Ending Songs
ED 1 - Hareru Ka Na (Satomi Satou)
Genre: Slice Of Life
Episodes: 12
"Girl Friend (Beta)" was something I just had to watch, simply because I'm a massive seiyuu nut. For a seiyuu fan like myself, "Girl Friend" looks highly appealing just from its massive voice cast alone, but however, when you finally do watch it, that's where the problems start to arise. From a show with only 12 episodes, its very difficult to juggle such an insane amount of characters in AND make them matter at the same time. By the end of the series, other than the main character and a select few characters, you will no longer know who's who, simply because there are TOO MANY characters. "Girl Friend" is your standard high school girls slice of life anime that tries to accomplish too much with its characters, and it overall suffers from the identity crisis within its massive character cast. It's a problem when you don't remember over 70% of the character's names that appear on screen, and that's why "Girl Friend" isn't recommended unless you're bored as heck. Or, you love female seiyuus, either way works.
|Weeee, girl power!
With an anime like this, you can expect the kind of opening themes to follow. The opening theme is "Neuron Cream Soft" by Tanoshiki Tokimeki, which I suspect is just some of the characters' seiyuus in the anime, because there's a fictional band that goes by that exact same name IN the show. Either way, its an alright, energetic happy-go-lucky song that attempts to bring life to the show. The ending theme, "Hareru Ka Na" by Satomi Satou is your typical "cute-sy/catchy" ending theme to an all girls anime. Not really much to say here.
Rating: 6.5/10
As much as I'd like to preach the awesomeness of the beloved female seiyuus of the anime industry, there are better shows in which they'd showcase their talent a lot more. A lot more than "Girl Friend", at least. Other than your typical slice of life "girls talk", generic scenarios, there's nothing more to the anime that high schools don't do better in other shows. Diets, group studies, eating crepes, doing part time work, everything's here, though in "Girl Friend", everything is blown WAY out of proportion with the addition of a MASSIVE amount of characters. There are TOO many, so much to the point where you won't memorize most of their names because they appear so sparingly and act so similarly. Hell, some of them even LOOK similarly. How many blondes are in this anime? I didn't count, moreover, I think I just lost count. There's not a lot of comedy, and while there are moments of friendship and camaraderie between the girls, its not anything special. I swear, you can only remember maybe the names of 5-6 characters, the rest are just TOO minor to care.
|Wow, so many blondes...who's who again?
Kokomi is the school's athlete/acrobatic star that aims to win the national tournament to uphold her school's name. She practices daily, trying to master her routine to impress her judges. She is cheered on by her friends in school. Chloe, an international exchange student that thrives to learn about Japanese culture, constantly observes Kokomi. Erena, the school's top photographer, snoops around, taking pictures of anything she finds intriguing. Fumio, the school librarian, known and loved by all for her caring personality. Akane, the school broadcast system's emcee, who brings life to the school PA system. AND MANY MORE. They all root for Kokomi and each other, while their personalities and interests are different, they help one another in times of need. Most importantly, they have fun and do girl stuff all day.
"Girl Friend (Beta)" isn't for everyone, I'll say it right off the bat. I didn't have a horrible time, but for others, it may not be the most advisable thing ever. If you want a slice of life anime, there are plenty of amazing ones out there, "Girl Friend (Beta)" should not be on your priority list.


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McDonald's could soon dish out all-day breakfast nationwide.
The Wall Street Journal, citing an internal memo sent to U.S. franchisees and employees Tuesday, reports that the fast food giant could begin offering breakfast all day later this year.
The Oak Brook, Illinois-based company began testing all-day breakfast in March in its San Diego market. The test was expected to expand to Nashville this summer.
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The memo, sent by LeAnn Richards, a franchisee from Arizona who heads a task force studying all-day breakfast, told franchisees to be ready for the potential launch of all-day breakfast as soon as October, WSJ reports.
McDonald's, however, would only confirm that the company is testing the possibility of all-day breakfast.
"Serving all-day breakfast is likely the number one request we hear from McDonald's customers," the company told NBC Chicago in a statement. "We're testing it out in a few markets to learn more about this possibility. We know your mouth is watering, but there's no news on this yet."
McDonald's breakfast currently ends at 10:30 a.m. in most markets.
McDonald's has long been the fast-food leader in the mornings, with its popular Sausage Biscuits, Hotcakes and other items pulling in roughly 20 percent of the company's U.S. sales. But the chain has faced stiffer competition in recent years, with competitors such as Starbucks and Subway rolling out breakfast sandwiches as well.
McDonald's, which has more than 14,000 U.S. locations, has also said it plans to step up its marketing of breakfast as it faces intensifying competition.
As for extending its breakfast hours, the world's largest hamburger chain is known for treading extremely carefully when discussing any tests or potential changes. Such matters are considered sensitive in large part because they would require the support of the company's network of franchisees.


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Superchargers are not for sale. Home users have the benefit of being able to plug in and have a full charge by the next morning. Superchargers are best suited for intermediate stops on road trips where you don't want to wait for several hours.
Yeah, its really not needed. If you have the dual onboard chargers, and the HWPC, then you get a theoretical maximum of 60mph charge. Not many people use the WHOLE battery every day, so even if you use up 100 miles per day, it will still only take 2 hours to charge.
Supercharger @ home is superfluous and would cost way more than what you need.
And your utility would hand you a bill for upgrading the local power supply that would shock you into catatonia. 400V x 100A ain't cheap.
They don't appear to be for sale, except to SolarCity.
Input requirements are fairly high, they use a little more than your average house uses.
HPWC is more than enough for residential use.