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Buckalew family killed in plane crash
Two St. Anne's-Belfield School students have died along with their parents in the crash of a private plane along a busy highway in New Jersey. Jackson, a fifth-grade boy, and Meriwether, a first-grade girl, perished along with their mother, Corinne, and their father, Jeffrey F. Buckalew, who led an arm of a leading mergers and acquisitions firm.
The Buckalews had divided their time between Manhattan and Eagle Hill, a sprawling estate in Free Union.
According to news accounts, the crash took place shortly after 10am Tuesday, December 20, over horrified drivers on Interstate 287. Witnesses reportedly described a single-engine turboprop plane that seemed to weave erratically before breaking apart and crashing into a wooded median.
Also killed in the crash was one of Mr. Buckalew's colleagues at New York-based Greenhill & Co., Rakesh Chawla, a University of Virginia alumnus. An onboard dog also reportedly died in the crash.
"The firm is in deep mourning over the tragic and untimely death of two of its esteemed colleagues and members of Jeff's family," reads a statement from Greenhill, which notes that pilot Buckalew, one of its first employees, had a passion for flying.
Mr. Buckalew is believed to have been operating the single-engine plane, which reported mid-air icing and which appeared to have suffered catastrophic component failure before impact.
A graduate of the University of North Carolina, Mr. Buckalew served on that university's Board of Visitors while Mrs. Buckalew, the former Corinne Stickley of Greensboro, served on the board of the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts. Having recently made their home in Albemarle, the two joined the Monticello Cabinet, a group of high-level donors to the third president's home.
Note: An earlier version of this story used the term "mechanical failure" which gives a causal impression, so the more reserved statement about "catastrophic component failure" was substituted to more accurately convey the body of preliminary information.Read more on: jeff buckalew
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Oh my god, I used to babysit those kids. This is horrific
so sad. the boy was the same age and had the same name as my son. RIP.
So, Hawes, how do you feel about harrassing Mr. Buckalew over his investments in your recent interview?
OMG--the children were friends of my grandkids before my family moved to England for business.
My daughter Birgit always said that the Buckalews were THEE nicest people.
Gee, Maxwell....perhaps you should have loaned Mr. Spencer your crystal ball. Don't be a low-class, oppotunistic putz. This family's tragedy is best left out of your petty political drive-by.
This is a tragic accident, which will take the FAA and NTSB 6-12 months to uncover the facts which may have had caused the accident.
People in the general aviation community called the Beachcraft Bonanza (a high end single engine plane) "The Doctor Killer" because of the high accident rate. The accidents were almost always due to pilot error, usually turning stalls at low altitude. A wealthy person can buy such a craft and get a license easily, but, lacking the professional training, is at risk.
Kinda like a kid with a crotch rocket.
Of course we won't hear for awhile what caused this accident, but bets are on pilot error.
So, icing probably initiated the accident. Two investment bankers killed. A shame about the kids and the dog.
I'm sure Mr Buckalew was a very competent pilot and the plane he was flying was not one flown by your typical weekend, low-time private pilot. That plane is a jet-prop and can run upwards of $3 million dollars, depending on how it's equipped. I think it's a disservice to his remaining family members (at least a brother from what I've read) to imply he was some kind of irresponsible yahoo. Accidents happen and even the finest planes can sometimes not deal with extreme icing conditions. Monday morning quarterbacks are ALWAYS right.
Hey E-ville, don't be so sure that money can buy you prudence and safety. I seem to remember another rich dude who decided to try a flight from NYC to Nantucket. Admittedly, that guy might not have had the brains of Bucky, but he had the equipment. Never made it to the Vineyard. Remember, you're MM QBing as much as anyone. I think the dude in the photo looks a tad like a lighter-weight Brian Wilson.
R.I.P.: Jack Cassidy
@Liberalace: JFK Jr was flying a Piper Saratoga (NO de-icing equipment) and didn't even have an instrument rating to cope with the IFR conditions he found himself in. To compare his piloting skills and the plane he was piloting to Mr Buckalew's is like comparing apples and hunks of charcoal. There is NO comparison. Do you even have a pilot's license? I doubt it.
I forgot to add: If one were to cancel a flight because of possible icing conditions, our skies would have 90% less air traffic, especially in the northeast.
I was an acquaintance of Jeff when he and I were members of the University Club in New York City. Jeff was one of my first friends in the club. He was a wonderful, wonderful guy--soft-spoken, gentlemanly, and you just knew beneath his quiet surface there lies a brilliant, self-effacing individual. Jeff resigned from the Club in 2002, but he remained in Manhattan, and we used to bump into each other on the street, now and then, and chatted for a bit. The earth is a sadder place without Jeff Buckalew. Prayers to his extended family.
Can anyone tell me (via email is preferable ...it is email@example.com) if Mr. Buckalew's parents are/were Jeff and Susan, living in the Atlanta area. Jeff (the older) is a fraternity brother of mine and I'd like to reach out if the circumstances indicate.
Thank you.
bruce, not positive, but another news report did mention they were flying to atlanta to visit relatives....
Highly likely that this will be attributed to pilot error/over confidence
ATC audio available below
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So Maxwell, what the deal here? You think Spencer should apologize to the spirits for asking tough questions of a playa in the investment banking business just because the guy is dead? UR not one of those guys who thinks we should ask forgiveness of the dead 'cuz maybe they'll put in a bad word about us with the "big guy" are you? Gnomane???
O.K. I have endured the classs warfare comments to this news link for several years, but the comments that charcterize this tragedy "as another rich dude who decided to try a flight from _____ to _____ " [Liberace] compel me to respond , even as I have restrained from doing so before now.
First, Jeff was a friend, a passionate and extremely accomplished pilot with over 1,000 hours of exprience WITH THIS EQIPMENT alone, and many thousands of hours flying generally. Second, accidents happen to good people. Third, this was not a Beecraft Banzana or "Doctor Killer" [Angel Eyes] but a highly sophisticated aircraft that Jeff was skilled in commanding. [Angel eyes, I would venture that your most sophisticated piece of equipment is your laptop with which you spew hatred and misenthropic information]. Fourth, this tragedy is not about the loss of "two investment bankers" [Angel Eyes] but about the loss of/to highly productive, generous, and telented people and their families. What makes this newsworthy to us locally is that Jeff and Corrine were, in additon to be extremely talented, generous with both their time and resources to causes that make difference to all of us. Mr. Chawla, (age 36!) who left a widow and three children under the age of 6, gave generously to his alma mater and led in the recruitment of telented and ethical leaders from the U.Va.McIntire School, among others.
The accident itself is really no different than the family tragety involving a pickup truck that hits an icey patch on a country road [the odds of occurence being much higher in the icey road incident than in the aircraft accident]. The difference for this media [and oftentimes, the Hook perspective] is that class status is involved and perhaps that is the true tragedy or injury, above all.
What makes this newsworthy, and at the same time tragic, is the loss of talent and potential that these lives offered to our human endeavor. This is personal, but there was more talent and potential to improve the lives of all of us in the finger nails of Jeff and Corrine, and Rakesh than in all the total being of the haters and 'class warriors' combined.
Hey, enough;
Sounds like UR saying its 2 bad they died cuz they had lottsa moneys and that makes it more bad than if they was poor folk, gnomane?
And hey, I know he was skilled at flying that plane, we all know how that worked out.
U know people like me write this stuff just to stir folks up like U?
O.K. You got me. Maybe you just write the hate to stir folks up. But, if you believe what you write ( and I hope that you don't), then you will never amount to anything that matters, never make a difference in anyone else's lives, always live on food stamps or whatever it is you need from others because you are incapable of providing for yourself and your family and use made up words like 'cuz' and 'U' because you are too ignorant or lazy to use word that we learned in the third grade. Its not about money, its about talent and you display none of it with your post.
Why did I know this was gonna end up in a pissen contest?
I understand your frustration about some of the ugliness here, but the truth is, that goes from top to bottom. I recall a dinner attended by President Bush where he and a number of the very wealthy were laughing in an ugly way about the "haves and the have mores." ( I was not there, I saw the video, I have better things to do with my money.)
I did not know Mr Buckalew, and he might have been the soul of generosity and geniality, but he was part of Wall Street, which stinks to high heaven for good reason. It behooves those on Wall Street who do not stink to stand out against their associates who do, and work to clean it up, not close ranks and cry class warfare and dump venom on those below. Especially when those below were asked to pay for the cleanup, though they had no role in the demise.
So I can't say I am surprised at this reaction.
My only response to your comment on talent is this:
If all those on Wall Street were really so talented, why did it all fall apart? Why the need for the selling of toxic assets to investors? How did all these super bright talented folks miss the risk?
Or did they? Were many of them really just very talented thieves?
Had the competitive market been allowed to work, those talented folks on Wall street would have lost everything, and would be the ones at the bottom of the pile now.
What is sad about this accident is it shows how damaged this country has been by Americans being pitched by big interested into biting each other, instead of working together to produce the best stuff in the world.
I think flying, even the small planes is still safer than driving. If I had a plane, I would sure use it for trips, can't fault anyone on that. Terrible accident nonetheless, I guess when your time comes...like the Amish girl that got shot in the head by an idiot who fired his gun in the air a mile and half away in Ohio. Enjoy everyday you have.
Enoughisenough- you are correct. The NTSB and FAA will dig for the facts and findings, and if they are able, determine a probable cause,without specualtion,of this tragic accident.
There are many things to look at in that determination- proficiency in the aircraft and conditions, possible equipment malfunction, weather, flight preparation- too numerous to list here.
Sadly, aviation, like many other activites, tends to equalize everyone, regardless of their financial status, equipment that they fly, their experience or their proficiency.
Anyone who has taken the time to write any thing but condolences or kind words about this family should be ashamed of themselves and their worthless existence. I mean come on, what are you think? Some of you say it's because you just wanna upset people, but what kinda sadistic inadequate person are you then? A young family was killed and another lost a father. Not to mention being a coward talking wrongly from the comfort of your studio apt behind a locked door and fake name. Who would never have the courage to say those things to the face of a family member of theirs! I knew this family and they were truly kind and loving people. Tragic things happen everyday for no particular rhyme or reason to all sorts of peopl good and bad, rich and poor so to try and mock and belittle what happened is just plain wrong. I have even flown with Mr.Bukley and his family before and he was a very efficient pilot who took every precaution necessary. Sometimes bad things happen to good people. And they truly were good people who will be missed by many! So anyone else with something negative to say save it for your next visit to the shrink!
"Tragic things happen everyday for no particular rhyme or reason to all sorts of peopl good and bad, rich and poor so to try and mock and belittle what happened is just plain wrong."
This is true, yet we seem to live in a country where if this happens to someone who is not rich, then they deserved it and are just untalented whiners who should be on the streets suffering. Especially according the right wing.
Please be sure and use your same point the next time some very wealthy right winger heaps similar vile upon those less financially secure.
Baffled- his name was B-U-C-K-A-L-E-W, not B--U-K-L-E-Y- did you really fly with him and his family? What is an "efficient" pilot?
Angel Eyes, Toni H., and Old Timer,
You have been reduced, by the vagaries and challenges of existence and mottled and magnified by the infotainment culture, to a sub-human condition. Do you understand that your responses define you as rutting swine, rather than fellow members of the species to the deceased belonged? Have you any understanding that your envious, bigoted, totalizing spurts of ignorance are no better than the pit bulls that gashed ankles in Montgomery, or the truncheons that blithely and indiscriminately treated human life as mulch in Siberia? Have you been educated in the fact that "Wall Street" is a 600-foot long stretch of paved surface, and will not suffice to define the individual character and actions of each of the many thousands of human beings who make their livelihoods there (literally and figuratively)? Further, what abdication of your own ethics permit you to take the occasion of these deaths--the end of the lives of these people--and turn it into a polemical rant? Wherefore this grotesque hardening of your own spirit? What awful rot caused your heart to blacken and shrink so as to allow you to efface these persons--and they are persons, they are Jeff, and Corinne, and Jackson, and Meriwether, and Rakesh? You classify them as chattle, as collateral in your hollow, immature, reductive caste video game.
These lost souls make no sense to you, because you are without a recognizable humanity. You will not be ashamed, for you know no shame.
@ Thane - the psychology of blog posts is an interesting question. Unfortunately for all the positive aspects of digital communication there are negatives as well.
@ Thane: +1
Angel Eyes, Toni H and Old Timer all have something in their upbringing and/or genetic makeup which prevents them from viewing a tragic event such as this the way normal human beings view it. Instead, they must perversely turn the victims into some kind of greedy villains who have brought suffering to those less successful than them. Perhaps one of the three sprayed graffiti on that statute of General Lee. At the least, they support that vandal.
Fake names have their place in an atmosphere where a person like me might face direct personal confrontations in public with people offended by what I have to say, either about them or someone they advocate for. Long ago I wrote letters to the editor of the local "main stream media" paper and used my real name. The letters criticized local public policy and I actually got hate phone calls from people. Now I sometimes write normal stuff, but also provocative things that may anger the vengefully inclined so I have my "nome de plume".
Many people may think that a man like Jeff Buckalew exemplified all the things wrong with the Wall St. culture and the financialization of the US economy which enabled people like him to become so wealthy through activities that many people perhaps rightly suspect are morally unsavory. Some people who apparently knew and liked the Buckalews wrote comments that somehow seemed to sanctify them. So, some people wrote deliberately callous and insensitive comments as a provocation to those people. That happens on comment boards.
Somebody twanged on me for talking about the Beachcraft Bonanza having a reputation for killing off wealthy amateur aviators. The Bonanza was and is a high end single engine plane with a pressurized cabin, high performance, advanced avionics, and the ability to fly high and fast. It's not as big as the Socata, but the reference is valid that the demographics of its users are the same. I never knew Mr. Buckalew, but often passed his home on my way in to town from my "studio apt." in Free Union and am familiar with Eagle Hill since it was known as "Lewisfield" back in the seventies.
Of course it's a sad thing when an entire family is wiped out at a single stroke; that's a given. But I stand by my earlier comments (not my snide aside about the kids and the dog) on the perils of general aviation where people who may have the general knowledge to be capable aviators make fatal errors from which they are unable to recover because they have not had the critical 3rd. party training on simulators, etc. which may improve their responses to emergencies which evolve quickly and confusingly, and where the pilot has limited time and only one chance to get it right. Of course professional training didn't prevent the crew of AF447 from flying a perfectly good Airbus to its doom in the Atlantic, all from confusion after a stall.
Icing is insidious and often times air traffic control is to blame by sticking to altitude controls at times when the pilot's best course of action is applying maximum power to climb through the icing zone quickly. Often pilots defer to control out of habit instead of insisting they clear traffic to allow a rapid ascent. Some years back in the Midwest a twin Turboprop with 60+ people on it augered into a field after loss of control caused by ice and would have been OK if control hadn't kept them in and endless holding pattern right smack dab in the icing zone. We may never know for sure about this crash since there was no data recorder on that plane, but odds are on an icing stall from which Mr. Buckalew was unable to recover, compounded by structural failure of the airframe during a spin. His last radio transmission probably didn't cut out from failure; it's more likely he was suddenly too busy to talk anymore when the loss of lift caused the plane to go out of control.
I loved the Buckalews. I join many others in this sentiment. Those who say "I did not know the Buckalews but" followed by some generalization of frustrated feelings against people of means without the admitted content of knowledge of Jeff, Corinne, Jackson and Meriwether should know they have nothing of value to say about them. You have no insight or observation worth making about this family. You are hurting those who do. I think you realize your rants are misplaced. Their tragic death is not the place for a free for all target practice on Wall Street. It's heartbreaking. My heart is broken. Please stop.
Angel Eyes- take a breath- your facts are wrong about the BEECH (not Beach) Bonanza, but that is OK. Watch your comments regarding ATC and ice and weather in general- this is not the place for comments that are not factual, and yours are just not factual. You have no clue as to what was going on, whether or not their was equipment failure, what the physiology of the pilot might have been or what kind of pre-flight information the pilot used to plan this flight.
If you would like to discuss, please let me know, and I will gladly enlighten you as to how the system works and why the FAA and the NTSB take a long time to uncover the information necessary to come to a conclusion as to what contributed to the accident.
Gosh, I made a typo about the Beech. I guess I'm wrong about everything then, eh?
I am not misinformed about the Bonanza; you are. Go to Wikipedia...
But this is just a comment board, right?
So what makes you so expert?
You're right, I don't know about the physiology of the pilot, but then again I wasn't talking about that, only about the possible psychology...
I know how the system works, so you can "enlighten" others, but thanks for the offer.
I don't know with certainty about how it all played out. However, I was expressing an informed opinion about what I think was the likeliest explanation of what might have happened. By the time we know (if we know, for it may come to pass that the official report may only be informed opinion), all this will be long forgotten..
So, life goes on, no? Until it doesn't, and we never really know when that time comes. Meanwhile, other tragedies happen. A Bad Santa copycat (after the Covina Christmas Massacre) murders 6 people in Texas and a family is destroyed in a Christmas fire elsewhere. So there's lots more bad in this world.
if you are going to act self-righteous, at least get your facts straight. I never said anything bad about this family, or even hinted at them deserving what happened, or speculated on what might have happened.
I simply pointed out why, unfortunately, we are seeing some of this ugly behavior, and, that those are up in arms need to be sure an express their outrage over such commentary when it happens to be directed at some other unfortunate soul. I suspect neither you, nor the ones so up in arms right now, ever show up to defend others trashed on this site.
See, I do not differentiate between folks when something bad happens, and I don't have to know them to show up and speak out in their defense. I feel as badly for the lady who just lost her children in parents in that terrible fire as I do for the little old lady living off of dry cat food in her crumbling home.
So your comments don't hurt me a bit, as they are just as untrue and generalized as you want to wag your fingers at.
Angel eyes- perhaps we will meet someday- how about your real name so that we will know each other- you have mine........
@Angel Eyes: Regarding the Beechcraft Bonanza, about the only thing that aircraft has in common with the Socata that Mr Buckalew was piloting is that they both have one engine. Unlike the Bonanza, the Socata is a jet-prop with de-icing equipment. It's almost twice the weight and can fly 13,000 feet higher at 50% greater speed than the Bonanza. It costs almost 4 times as much. The typical Bonanza pilot can only dream of flying an aircraft like that. Sometimes even the most experienced can have an accident due to extraordinary and unforeseen circumstances. Like the plane in which Senator Stevens was killed in Alaska. It was piloted by a retired Alaska Airlines, Boeing 737-qualified commercial pilot. I didn't know Mr Buckalew personally, but with an aircraft like that and his extensive hours of experience, he was not your typical low time pilot up in his Cessna Skyhawk for a joy ride on a Saturday morning.
Before I get into the foolishness on this page, I will start by saying that I am sorry about what happened to this family. I feel even worse for those who had to watch, helplessly, as the plane came apart and crashed. But I don't feel any worse, or less worse for the Buckalews, than I do over that family that perished in that fire in Conn, or the 9 year old child found dead whose working family was so poor they had to trust someone with a shady background, because they couldn't afford childcare.
Now then. Most of the stuff being posted here is just plain silly, and that goes for the defenders as well as the speculators. Talent? Weekend pilot? Plane type? Lesser means?
I am sorry, Stilleto,E-ville, Thane, you have no earthly idea what the financial status of the posters or, or their level of education or content, so your defense is not of the human, but sounds as much like the trite bleat of class war and generalizations as you want to complain about. Talent? Mozart was talented. If you want the moral high ground, why don;t you instead actually talk about the man's character, and what he actively did for his community to make it better.
Angel Eyeys, Old Timer, maybe your informed opinions and ideals need a different location to be aired at the moment. We don't really know what the background is here.
Maxwell, sorry, but if Spencer is telling the truth, then he should do what he is doing. No one should ever be ashamed to tell the truth. Live a good life and tell the truth yourself and you have less reason to fear the truth when you die.
My lord, more expensive airplanes with highly seasons professional pilots crash and have mechanical failures, with and without icing equipment.
E-ville- thanks.............as you know, there are far too many variables at work that the FAA and NTSB have to consider before coming to a probable cause. As simplistic as the ice deflector in the turbine air intake, to a complicated electrical failure at the wrong time, to actual extreme airframe icing can ruin your day.........we shall see.
May the Buckalew's be resting in peace........
The comments on this page for the most part are horriffic at best. Now we know one the reasons America is in such decline. These were people, real people. An entire family was wiped out. Who knows what caused it. At this point, does it really matter? I did not know Jeff but I grew up in his hometown and know people who knew him well. It was a huge loss to lose such a fine person. I can only assume that most who write such terrible comments about people they never met are only jealous that they do not have the work ethic and smarts to be such a high achiever as this guy appears to have been. May the family rest in peace and may those who have red ink on their hands get a life.
Bravo sega61, you just joined the silly comment defender group, with your class war jeaousy blah blah blah insinuations about people you yourself don't know.
Einstein was a super smart guy who achieved a lot too. Not very rich though, was he, and he didn't own a fancy plane either.
Like I said, if you want to take the moral high ground, why don't you talk about what Mr Buckalew actually did for his community. Did he help start a clinic for those without health insurance? Programms to teach young couples about money management?
What did he do that was so nice and wonderful????How about we focus there, and what society lost?
Maybe you do need to do your own homework. This family set up a foundation for over a million dollars to give money to charity (gasp!). Yeah, they were giving over $100K a year to charity (at the very least). Maybe they gave more. I consider that kinda nice and wonderful.
Old Timer - I have read your worthless comments for months. You are nothing more than a jealous, self-righteous hater. To even consider what you have written after the tragedy that has occurred is unforgivable. You are a vile person who should be thankful that you can hide your identity. I think more than one person in Charlottesville would like to teach you a lesson in manners.
No sega61, it is not up to me to go out and figure out what this man did or did not do. It is not for me to do some homework. I am not the one lauding him or attacking him. You are. You are responsible if you actually want to say something meaningful about him, and for others to know about that.
Simply trotting spin tripe suggesting jealousy and and lack of talent while making random speculations makes you no better than anyone you accuse.
Most of Charlottesville could use some lessons in manners Cville, from the highest to the lowest. Just remember you are hiding behind a public handle too, before you go pointing your fingers.Something about people living in glass houses......
Sorry you don't like swallowing what you dish out. I don't read jealousy on this post, I read tastelessness.
OK Toni H. that was pretty harsh.
This hatred is more than disturbing. Please let this family rest in peace.
I worked with Jeff about 15 years ago and ran into him this past summer while picking our kids up from camp.
I don't usually comment on boards like this but the comments here are atrocious. Yes, Jeff was highly successful and wealthy, and not that it matters, but he and his firm had nothing to do with the financial crisis, never made a mortgage loan or dealt in CDOs, and did not receive any bailouts. He was one of the first employees at Greenhill, and made his mark as a leading strategic and merger advisor. I know it's politically correct to villify the 1 pct at every turn, but using this horrific tragedy to make even the slightest implication of this tragedy as some sort of comeuppance for Wall St is appalling


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Who let the dogs out? Paws walk benefits the SPCA
It was a big day for dog people on Saturday, November 15, when the SPCA held its first fundraising "Walk Fur Paws" event. Dogs and their owners sashayed along a three-mile course from ACAC Four Seasons, looped around Sam's Club, and ended up at the building site of the new SPCA. At the halfway point, volunteers and the UVA wrestling team were on hand to water the thirsty dogs and walkers.
It was hard to count the number of dogs, but it was certainly an impressive sight to see a line of canines a good quarter mile long winding along Berkmar Drive. It seemed like there was a dog of every breed, size, and shape– from a big timberwolf to a tiny toy poodle.
One media hound graced the group: Famous boxer Britta, the dog that was thrown from a bridge earlier this year, looked happy and healthy with her new owner, Jan-bas Van Beek.
Like many charity walks, participants were sponsored by friends and businesses. The team and the individual who raised the most money won grand prizes, but every walker received a free t-shirt and a bag of doggy treats. SPCA staff pronounced the event such a great success that they plan to make it a tradition.
So, if you missed it, get Fido in shape and go out next year and be leader of the pack.
Erica Hill's toy poodle, Sophie, gets a smooch from Shadow the timberwolf.
Erica Aviles braves the cold November day with her pooch, Susie.
First to finish the walk. From left, Ryan and Lori Basile with Dylan and Lance; Mike and Loretta Cronk with Molly; and Patty Luke with Noah
Jan-Bas Van Beek with the famous Britta and her pal Mika
The Georgetown Vet Team, the K-9 Cruisers, are so cool.
Dogs just have no manners when they're thirsty.
Dogs and walkers along Berkmar Drive
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Every square inch of this daily driven, 900-plus horsepower, deep-10-second, road race chevelle has been meticulously sorted out, and the results are downright filthy.
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For instance, to haul the 2-ton sled down before entering a complex of chicanes, it packs six-piston Wilwood clamps at each corner, and a network of custom air ducts that keep the rotors cool. Twin fuel pumps virtually eliminate the potential for pressure failure, and a custom air-bleed system in the fuel lines protects against vapor lock. In the engine bay, dual remote oil separators prevent oil from spitting out of the breathers during high-g maneuvering. Furthermore, all the suspension geometry, spring rates, and shock valving have been vigorously tuned at the track. Brent can even increase or decrease sway bar stiffness in 75 lb-ft increments depending on race conditions. Not only does this Chevelle pull over 1 g in lateral acceleration, it runs the quarter-mile in 10.39 seconds at 137 mph on drag radials through a five-speed stick, courtesy of a nitrous-sucking 565ci big-block that throws down 804 rear-wheel horsepower. Oh yeah, the Chevelle just happens to be an original SS396 four-speed car, and is used as a daily driver.
If the name Brent Jarvis sounds familiar, it's because we've been tapping into the expertise and manpower of his shop-Performance Restorations in Mundelein, Illinois-during the build of our '65 Old Cutlass project car. A drag racer at heart, Brent owns a 7-second Pro Street '59 Corvette that's now been retired from active NMCA competition, and has had an NHRA pro license (good to 6.50s!) for the last 20 years. Straight-line proclivities notwithstanding, Brent has always appreciated cars that handle well. "Driving a car with 4-inch-wide front tires on the street isn't any fun at all, so I've always built my cars to handle well. The problem was that there just weren't any good suspension parts you could put on muscle cars back in the early '70s," he says. "My first car was a '65 Chevelle, and I figured out early on that you can shim the control arms for more caster, swap in Camaro spindles for more camber, and install urethane bushings and sway bars out of a big-block car to beef up the handling. When the Pro Touring scene started becoming popular, suspension parts were much easier to get and made your car look cool, but you couldn't really tell how well they worked without taking your car on a road course. After my first lap around a road course, I was hooked and used each outing as an opportunity to improve my car's setup."
While moving up the ranks in NASA, Brent earned a pro competition racing license in Super Unlimited Touring, the organization's fastest class. Over the years, he has owned and raced 13 different Chevelles. When a buddy who was hard-pressed for cash put his original SS396 four-speed car up for sale, he couldn't pass up the opportunity. "I've always liked this car because it's a real SS, and has unique factory options like the hoodscoops and stripes, so I had to buy it. GM never officially built an SS427 Chevelle, since the 427 was only available as a COPO or a dealer-installed option, so I thought it would be fun to build a tribute to a car that never really existed," he explains. Although he aspired to build a car that could do everything well, he didn't want to emulate the look of the typical Pro Touring street machine. "My goal was to build something that retained the essence of a '60s muscle car while performing well in every arena. I didn't want any modern high-tech gadgets, gizmos, gauges, racing seats, billet wheels, or custom exterior mods. I'm not a fan of bling."
A body man by trade, Brent felt it was worth it to pay a premium to start with a nice car up front. The Chevelle's body was in outstanding shape with no rust damage at all, but the vinyl top had to go. After welding up all the molding holes left behind from peeling off the top, the Chevelle was sprayed in period-correct Bright Blue metallic paint, and the stock emblems were replaced with "SS427" badges off of a '68 Impala. As with the body, not much had to be tweaked underhood, as the car already had a potent 565ci big-block. The combination uses a Dart Big M block, an Eagle crank and rods, and JE 10.2:1 pistons. Up top, a Pro Systems 1,000-cfm 4150 carb feeds an Edelbrock Air-Gap intake manifold, and massive CNC-ported Dart 335cc heads. "The car's former owner was a drag racer, so the motor was already pretty potent," Brent says. "The cam was a bit much for a street car, so I replaced it with an Erson 238/246-at-.050 hydraulic roller. Even with a smaller cam, the motor still made 601 rear-wheel horsepower on the chassis dyno. That number jumps to 804 hp on nitrous. The motor fires right up in the cold, and is so docile at idle that you'd never know that it makes so much power. Matched with the Tremec five-speed, it really drives great on the street and at the track."
With the motor and body sorted out, Brent went to work on the suspension. Armed with the expertise of having road raced A-bodies for over 10 years, the chassis tweaks were anything but typical. Brent selected a set of Global West control arms out back for their rugged construction and spherical joints, and set the pinion angle at negative 3 degrees for maximum forward bite. Likewise, the Hotchkis rear sway bar has been modified with custom Heim-jointed endlinks, and now attaches to the frame instead of the lower control arms. Brent says this arrangement reduces freeplay and increases the bar's effective stiffness. To prevent the rearend from unloading too much under hard cornering, Brent attached custom travel limiters made from 1/4-inch steel cable between the rearend and the frame. QA1 coilovers control body motions, and since the stock shock mounts were never designed to handle heavy spring loads, they have been reinforced with .100-inch chrome-moly steel plates and gussets.
Up front is a combination of control arms from Global West and SBC. The Global West lower arms are built like a tank, and the SBC upper arms feature a shimless design that uses steel bushings to eliminate flex. Instead of installing drop spindles, which can adversely affect steering geometry, Brent opted for a more creative solution. "It's amazing the kind of stuff you can find by just flipping through a NASCAR parts catalog. I installed a set of ball joints that are 1.5 inches longer than stock," he explains. "This raises the upper control arm at the ball joint area, which improves camber gain. Since they were designed for '80s A-body circle track cars, the ball joints are a direct replacement and are very cheap." Speaking of steering geometry, Brent installed spacers between the tie rods and steering knuckle until all vestiges of bumpsteer were eradicated. Moreover, a DSE splined sway bar helps manage weight transfer, but Brent took the design one step further by drilling four additional holes in the endlinks spaced 3/4 inches apart. This allows fine-tuning preload in 75 lb-ft increments. As with the rear, the front end uses QA1 coilovers, whose upper mounting brackets have also been reinforced with steel plates.
To any observer, the thoroughness of battle-tested engineering being infused into every nut, bolt, weld, and Heim joint in Brent's Chevelle is beyond brilliant, and defines the essence of this finely tuned machine. It's a final product that can only be achieved through a graceful coalescence of track time, deft fabrication abilities, and an intimate understanding of chassis dynamics. "Racing is the best way to sort out your car. Pounding on your car at the track and breaking parts makes you build better parts, which forces you to build cars that really work out of necessity," he says. Although we're not any closer to solving the mysterious origins of "Bob" and "Bill," at least the Chad-for-Brent nickname actually makes sense.
|Brent Jarvis Port Barrington, IL
|Chevy 565 big-block
|Dart Big M standard deck,
|bored to 4.600 inches
|Melling oil pump, Canton pan
|Rotating assembly:
|Eagle 4.250-inch steel
|crank and H-beam rods;
|forged 10.2:1 JE pistons
|Cylinder heads:
|CNC-ported Dart Pro 1 335cc
|aluminum rectangle-port castings
|with 2.30/1.90-inch Manley valves
|Erson 238/246-at-.050 hydraulic roller,
|.657/.657-inch lift, 112-degree LSA
|Jesel 1.75:1 shaft-mount
|rocker and pushrods;
|COMP Cams valvesprings and timing set
|ported Edelbrock RPM Air-Gap
|intake manifold,
|Holley 1,000-cfm 4150 carb
|MSD 6AL box, billet distributor,
|coil, and plug wires
|Fuel system:
|custom stainless steel tank,
|Carter mechanical pump,
|Holley electric pump and regulator
|Stainless Works 2-inch long-tube
|headers with 3.5-inch collectors,
|custom X-pipe, custom cutouts,
|dual 3-inch Flowmaster mufflers
|Power adder:
|NOS nitrous plate system
|set at 200 hp
|Weiand aluminum pump,
|Alumatech radiator and electric fans
|601 hp and 616 lb-ft at
|rear wheels on motor;
|804 hp and 902 lb-ft
|at rear wheels on nitrous
|Built by:
|Tremec TKO 600 five-speed,
|McLeod aluminum flywheel
|and twin-disc clutch
|Rear axle:
|Ford 9-inch rearend
|with Strange 35-spline axles,
|billet yoke, 3.50:1 gears
|and limited-slip differential
|Front suspension:
|Global West lower control arms,
|SBC upper control arms,
|QA1 coilovers,
|DSE splined sway bar
|Rear suspension:
|Global West upper and
|lower control arms,
|QA1 coilovers,
|Hotchkis sway bar
|custom 12.25-inch heat-treated
|Coleman rotors and Wilwood six-piston
|calipers front and rear
|ET 18x9.5 Classic 5, front; 18x11, rear
|Toyo 275/35R18 RA1, front
|and 305/35R18, rear


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Paul Cook on Foreign Policy
RESOLUTION expressing concern over persistent and credible reports of systematic, state-sanctioned organ harvesting from non-consenting prisoners of conscience, in the People's Republic of China, including from large numbers of Falun Gong practitioners imprisoned for their religious beliefs, and members of other religious and ethnic minority groups.
Congressional Summary: States that it is US policy to recognize Jerusalem as the undivided capital of Israel, and that the US Embassy in Israel should be established in Jerusalem by 2017.
Supporters reasons for voting YEA: (Times of Israel ): Congressional legislation would force the Obama administration to change longstanding US policy and move the US embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. The bill challenges presidential authority on a key foreign policy question. The bill strikes the language in the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 that gave the president waiver authority to delay the move. Every president since Bill Clinton has signed a presidential waiver every six months in order to keep the embassy in Tel Aviv, citing concerns that a move to Jerusalem would upset the prospects for a peace deal between Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Israel proclaimed Jerusalem as its capital in 1980, but the US, like all other countries, maintains its embassy in Tel Aviv.
Opponents reasons for voting NAY: (The Morning Call, April 16, 1984) The Arab-American Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) and the National Association of Arab Americans (NAAA) have begun a "multifaceted protest" opposing moving the US. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Israel annexed East Jerusalem from Jordan after capturing it in the 1967 war but assured free access to religious shrines. The nations of the Arab League argue that the Israelis are in Jerusalem as an "army of occupation" and they have never recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. One compromise would be the placement of the American Consulate in Jerusalem with the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv. Secretary of State George P. Shultz cautioned that a relocation "would fan Islamic extremism, possibly inciting a wave of violence against our citizens, diplomats and installations in the region."
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Lezyne Micro Floor Drive HP Pump Review
Touring with Lezyne. Review written by CycleTouringReview.com.
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Rating: 6/10
Choosing a pump for your tour can be a tricky one, you want something not too heavy, that's built like a rock so it won't fail on you and also, importantly, something that won't take forever to get your tires up to pressure. As with all our gear, we did a fair bit of research and opted for the Lezyne Micro Floor Drive HP; here's how we got on with it.
The Good
The main advantage this pump has over smaller 'micro pump' alternatives is its ability to get your tires up to the required pressure, (which can be high… got the tires on my road bike at home up to 130psi with no issue) with far less strokes; and because it's essentially a mini track pump and you can use the ground as a counter making for less exertion, the foot stand is ok but could possibly feel a little sturdier, (but of course this would add more weight). The pressure gauge on the hose is also a must have feature for us, as it take any guess work out of getting the correct PSI on the road side.
The ability to cope with both presta and schrader valves is also nice; you may only have the one type on your tour but you can be safe in the knowledge that if you decide to alter your set up for the next tour, (or you have to buy an emergency wheel with a different valve) you won't need a new pump.
Despite being relatively large this pump won't break the bank weigh wise at 174g and is slender enough to slip down the back of an Ortlieb Front Roller without causing a fuss; we also like the way the hose folds round and screws in securely. It's also made from machined aluminium, looks pretty sleek and, (with the new bracket… see below) seems very robust.
The Bad
Before we had set off on our tour, (lucky it did happen then!) the pump failed on us! One of the plastic brackets around the nozzle broke after minimal use, to their credit Lezyne were very quick about sending out a replacement, which had a metal bracket instead of the plastic one. This must have been a recognised design flaw as the exact same thing happened to a couple we met and I have since seen the pump in bike shops with the metal bracket.
A pretty annoying fault with this pump is the fact that a notable number of times when unscrewing from the inner tube after inflation it took the valve with it, right out of the housing! The valve can be screwed back in more tightly, (I used my Leatherman) and there was no repeat, but nevertheless this was annoying to say the least, (punctures are irksome at the best of times without something else compounding the problem) and not something I've experienced with other pumps. And before you ask, no, we weren't screwing it on to tightly.
Minor gripes include the fact that the nozzle started to get a bit stiff and the brackets stuck against each other when trying to unscrew from the base or screw into or out of a valve, a bit of oil solved this problem though. Also the pressure gauge doesn't increase smoothly, but tends to 'stick' then jump after 10+ more strokes; meaning you could overinflate. This is not likely to be catastrophic but means you might have to have to let a little air out when you're done.
• Gets tires up to pressure quickly
• Presta and Schrader compatible
• Pressure gauge is a nice feature
• Not too heavy
• With new replacement part, (see above) it seems robust
• Nozzle was a bit stiff until oiled
• Plastic part broke, (but they replaced quickly with metal version)
• Kept unscrewing valves on our inner tubes
• Foot platform seems a little flimsy
• Pressure gauge works in 'jumps'
• CNC machined aluminium construction
• Ergonomic, CNC-machined aluminium handle
• Lezyne Flip-Thread chuck threads directly onto Presta and Schrader valves
• Oversized piston; 3mm diameter stainless steel wire foot peg
• High pressure, road-specific design, 160 psi max
• Weight – 174 g
• Diameter – 22.5mm
• Length – 300mm
• Comes with or without Pressure Gauge
(With the introduction of the Air Bleed System to all of Lezyne's pumps, the problem of pulled valve cores is almost entirely eliminated.)


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CNT, short for Conglomerated National Television, is a fictional television network in Grand Theft Auto IV and Grand Theft Auto V. The name is a play on US TV networks CNN and TNT, and possibly CMT, however, the acronym is actually a play on the vulgar word "cunt".
CNT is listed on the BAWSAQ. It is traded as "CNTU" in GTA IV, but has changed to simply "CNT" in GTA V.
Grand Theft Auto IV
Viewable Programs
- I'm Rich
- The Serrated Edge
- A History of Liberty City (Part 2 in EFLC)
- Princess Robot Bubblegum (for TBoGT)
Mentioned Programs
- American Asshole
- America's Next Top Hooker
- Bad Girlz: Carwash Fundraiser
- Boner
- Conjoined Twins (Season 2 in TBoGT)
- Drunk Daddy and the Door
- Fear The Dark Finger
- Funeral Factor
- Gold Diggers of Liberty City (TBoGT)
- Patriot 500
- Shitty Singer Competition
- Z Games
- Pißwasser
- Love-meet.net
- Super Classy Touch Limo
- Karin Dilettante
- Higgins Helitours
- Cluckin' Bell
- Sully's Auto Mart
- LCPD recruitment
Grand Theft Auto V
- A TV station called CNT (Central Nacional de Televisão) exists in real life in Brazil.
- In Grand Theft Auto V, the player can buy CNT shares via bawsaq.com.
- CNT's BAWSAQ stock market name is "CNTU" in GTA IV, but has changed to simply "CNT" in GTA V.
- Coincidentally, the CNT logo resembles the logo used by AMC since March 2013. Ironically, the CNT logo was used much earlier.


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Fuel tanks, whether storage variety, or those on-board vehicles, are prime places for moisture collection from direct leakage or condensation. Either way, water in the fuel isn't good.
Dieselcraft Fluid Engineering has just released its solution to the problem in a line of water detectors designed to detect water before the fuel is dispensed into water separators and filters.
The Models 06-5 and 06-6SP are made up of a solid state sending unit and a self-grounding stainless steel probe. The 06-5 is designed specifically to detect water in diesel fuel and gasoline, but will detect water in other fluids with less conductivity than water. The 06-6SP is supplied with an additional output lead to use with a PCL control to send an alarm to shut down equipment contaminated with water.
An ABS electronic enclosure houses two LED lights, the green light indicates the sensor has power and is ready to work. The larger red LED will come on and stay on when water is detected in the 06 Series. The unit also incorporates an audible alarm, which sounds 5 seconds to bring attention to the water presence.
The new FWS-HH portable water detector is a hand-held unit that can be used in conjunction with the tank dipping process. When attached to the dipping rod, no paste is needed. Turn it on, dip it and if water is in the tank bottom the alarm sounds.
For more information and video, visit www.dieselcraft.com.
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Suitcases. Travel. Magazines. Fashion. What could be better then to combine it all in one package?! Sure enough Serena Guen did just that. And in celebration of the one-year anniversary of Suitcase Magazine's launch in the USA, she brought out the fashionistas of NYC to party LA style in SoHo. Fun. Travel date: April 30, 2013.
The first Suitcase Magazine USA issue of Winter 2012 was the main design element of the evening, gracing bookshelves and candle lit tables with its emblem "The Right to Bare Arms" and the simple yet elegant word "SUITCASE" embossed over a fashion model in muted colors - except for her red lips and nails - and a tattoo in cursive "suitcase" across her bare collar. Inside there is a full spread of models with tattoos of "suitcase" across their chests, arms, etc. Statement made. Love. Suitcase Magazine has arrived.
The brainchild behind this beauty is Serena Guen who is the Managing Director and Features Editor on the printed masthead, while her adorable biz card in the shape of an old-fashioned travel tag states Editor in Chief. She has it all. And deserves it too. Friendly and sweet with a slight English accent revealing her regal origin in England, Serena started Suitcase Magazine in London two-years ago. Extending it to the USA one year ago while studying at NYU, Serena travels deep into her bliss. She is accomplished. She has arrived. And guess what? She is only 23-years-old! And looks like a fashion model. Of course! Upon meeting Serena, you cannot help but want SUITCASE to continue on its successful journey.
SUITCASE is printed in Great Britain and sold in pounds so seemingly it is geared towards the English traveler to America. Glancing through the first issue, it is evident this mag is hip. As a worldwide traveler myself, I agreed with the recommendations. It is recommended to stay in Santa Monica in LA – agree. It is recommended to visit Nantucket – one of my favorite places ever – agree. There is even a feature on Cig Harvey. Yes she is a Brit "livin the American dream" who now vies to exhibit her photo work in London like every loyal ex-pat - as well as every American artist! And the feature on Texas puts Marfa front and center - agree! The physical feel of the pages is smooth and soft. The shape squarish. Glamorous. Like you innately know are holding something profound.
Suitcase online features Eco-scapes and Green NYC. Eco-chic is the new jetsetter. Agree. The choices and photos are pristine and inviting. From the White Pod Hotel in Switzerland to the DROP echo-hotel designed by IN-TENTA, this feature is intriguing and inspiring. My suitcase is packed!
Back to the party. The perfect combo of fashion, fun, travel and suitcases at the illustrious new(ish) Mondrian SoHo on Crosby Street. Nestled behind illuminated trees, through a nature-oriented restaurant and past a chic high-fashion blue cushioned lounge, the bar where the party was held glowed. A gorgeous chandelier hung from the center of the high ceiling above candelabras, cherry blossoms, and….you guessed it….retro suitcases!
Moving into the back room, DJ Alex Merrell was spinning travel tunes and of course looking like…you got it…a fashion model! And yes – her business card front is a queen of clubs. Love it. Check out her jet-setting schedule – coming from Mexico City and heading to Zurich – and not a sign of jetlag!
Two other DJs were also ready to rock so all could enjoy the party. Big silver balloons floated on the periphery a la Warhol style. In the shape of an S. The happy vibe flowed over to the "food" table graced with bite-size Melissa cupcakes. Yum. The centerpiece was a mailbox where guests could put postcards inside to be mailed out anywhere in the world.
Speaking of….the guests in attendance all looked like superstars. High fashion models. Well groomed and well dressed. And amidst this crowd, two very lovely bloggers drew attention in their stunning attire – photos flashing everywhere they went. Jean and Valerie were welcomed with open arms by Serena and her friends – after all they are The Idiosyncratic Fashionistas – "wearing clothes and having opinions for a lot longer." Clearly also part of this world!
The DJ was jamming and the auction was getting ready to start – yes mirrors with favorite numbers were used to bid on suitcases with designer outfits inside. And swag bags with a letter addressed "Dear Guest and Fellow Traveller" were given out including - "Apparently the traditional gift for a one-year anniversary is paper, so we've given you the most important paper we own: the magazine."
Coming home late into the night, I felt like I went on a trip. Sometimes you don't even have to pack a suitcase. But have one ready at all times! Especially after reading SUITCASE. A must.
For more information on Suitcase Magazine, visit www.Suitcasemag.com
You can buy and download the first USA issue on iTunes.
Visit the Queen of Clubs (DJ Alex Merrell) at www.djalexmerrell.com
Check out Jean and Valerie's world at http://idiosyncraticfashionistas.blogspot.com
Photos and Feature by Jodi Kaplan copyright 2013


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El Hombre perseguido por un O.V.N.I.
aka. The Man of Ganimedes
Alberto Oliver, an unsuccessful pulp novelist, is attacked by alien
mutants when he comes back from visiting his lover Carol. Soon
he finds himself chased by a flying saucer that tries to abduct him
and take him to a distant planet in an anti-matter galaxy.
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Bone loss before osteoporosis (osteopenia)
The stage before osteoporosis is called osteopenia. This is when a bone density scan shows you have lower bone density than the average for your age, but not low enough to be classed as osteoporosis.
Osteopenia does not always lead to osteoporosis. It depends on many factors.
If you have osteopenia, there are steps you can take to keep your bones healthy and reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis.
Your doctor may also prescribe one of the bone-strengthening treatments that are given to people with osteoporosis, depending on how weak your bones are and your risk of breaking a bone.
Who's affected by osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis affects over 3 million people in the UK.
More than 500,000 people receive hospital treatment for fragility fractures (bones that break after falling from standing height or less) every year as a result of osteoporosis.
Causes of osteoporosis
Losing bone is a normal part of ageing, but some people lose bone much faster than normal. This can lead to osteoporosis and an increased risk of broken bones.
Women also lose bone rapidly in the first few years after the menopause. Women are more at risk of osteoporosis than men, particularly if the menopause begins early (before the age of 45) or they've had their ovaries removed.
However osteoporosis can also affect men, younger women and children.
Many other factors can also increase the risk of developing osteoporosis, including:
- taking high-dose steroid tablets for more than 3 months
- other medical conditions – such as inflammatory conditions, hormone-related conditions, or malabsorption problems
- a family history of osteoporosis – particularly a hip fracture in a parent
- long-term use of certain medicines that can affect bone strength or hormone levels, such as anti-oestrogen tablets that many women take after breast cancer
- having or having had an eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia
- having a low body mass index (BMI)
- not exercising regularly
- heavy drinking and smoking
Read more about the causes of osteoporosis.
Diagnosing osteoporosis and osteopenia
If your doctor suspects you have osteoporosis, they can work out your future risk of breaking a bone using an online programme, such as FRAX or Q-Fracture.
Bone density scan (DEXA scan)
They may also refer you for a bone density scan to measure your bone strength. It's a short, painless procedure that takes 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the part of the body being scanned.
Your bone density can be compared to that of a healthy young adult.
The difference is calculated as a standard deviation (SD) and is called a T score.
Standard deviation is a measure of variability based on an average or expected value. A T score of:
- above -1 SD is normal
- between -1 and -2.5 SD shows bone loss and is defined as osteopenia
- below -2.5 shows bone loss and is defined as osteoporosis
Treating osteoporosis
Treatment for osteoporosis is based on treating and preventing broken bones, and taking medicine to strengthen your bones.
The decision about whether you need treatment depends on your risk of breaking a bone in the future. This will be based on a number of factors such as your age, sex and the results of your bone density scan.
If you need treatment, your doctor can suggest the safest and most effective treatment plan for you.
Read more about how osteoporosis is treated.
Preventing osteoporosis
If you're at risk of developing osteoporosis, you should take steps to help keep your bones healthy. This may include:
- taking regular exercise to keep your bones as strong as possible
- healthy eating – including foods rich in calcium and vitamin D
- taking a daily supplement containing 10 micrograms of vitamin D
- making lifestyle changes – such as giving up smoking and reducing your alcohol consumption
Read more about preventing osteoporosis.
Living with osteoporosis
If you're diagnosed with osteoporosis, there are steps you can take to reduce your chances of a fall, such as removing hazards from your home and having regular sight tests and hearing tests.
To help you recover from a fracture, you can try using:
- hot and cold treatments such as warm baths and cold packs
- transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) – where a small battery-operated device is used to stimulate the nerves and reduce pain
- relaxation techniques
Speak to your GP or nurse if you're worried about living with a long-term condition. They may be able to answer any questions you have.
You may also find it helpful to talk to a trained counsellor or psychologist, or other people with the condition.
The Royal Osteoporosis Society can put you in touch with local support groups.
Read more about living with osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis support
The Royal Osteoporosis Society is the UK's national charity for osteoporosis.
It has detailed information on osteoporosis prevention and treatment.
It can put you in touch with local support groups. It also has a free telephone helpline that may be particularly helpful if you're newly diagnosed with osteoporosis.
Social care and support guide
If you:
- need help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability
- care for someone regularly because they're ill, elderly or disabled, including family members
Our guide to care and support explains your options and where you can get support.


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And what's more, it looks awesome, because instead of just asking players to dance to pop music or sing like a teenage girl, it's asking you to pop, lock and boogaloo your way to awesomeness.
It's called WiiPop, and uses a combination of Wii Remotes (strapped to the player's body) and Kinect's camera to, well, let those with the requisite skills just cut loose.
I'm terrified as much by the game's design (even if it is just a concept) as the dancing required, but hey, that's what makes it so damn cool.
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Canines 4 Hope has begun a Service Dog Fundraiser through youcaring.com. All donations will be applied to the purchase of service dog for clients who want and need a service dog but may not have the funds available. Our goal is to always have the Service Dog Funds available so people do not have to wait to get on the road to the quality of life they deserve. We appreciate any and all donations as do our clients. Thank you!
We are Canines 4 Hope, Certified Service Dog Trainers and we offer trained Service Dogs and Service Dog Training for children and adults with medical afflictions such as Diabetes, PTSD, Seizures and Autism. Our service dogs are trained to the specific medical needs of each person. Since medical insurance companies do not pay or reimburse for the cost of a medical service dog, many times our client's have to make the hard decision to put their medical needs on hold while they attempt to save up for the purchase of the service dog. Our goal for this fundraiser is to help our clients get on the fast track to a better quality of life and with your help, we will use the money donated to help fund a service dogs for our clients.
We provide trained service dogs for people with limitations that require a dog to help with everyday tasks, early warning situations or companionship. Customized service dog training include:
Diabetic Service Dogs, also known as Hypo Alert Dogs are carefully trained to do the following:
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• Provide treatment related assistance
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• Perform security enhancement tasks
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• provide companionship
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• preventing people from crowding around or rushing up on their handler
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• Impulsive Running – dog will help retrieve and get child back to parent
• Self Harming Behavior – dog will interrupt behavior and alert parent
• Awakening at Night – dog will bark to alert parents
• Interpret Mood Swings – dog will crawl into child's lap to calm child
• Interrupt Social Isolation – child tends to focus on dog companionship
• Non-Verbal Child – child learns to give dog commands
• PICA – dog will stop child from eating inappropriate items
• Self Stimulation – dog can interrupt behavior
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• Increased social interaction
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• Summons help, either by finding another person or activating a medical alert or pre-programmed phone
• Pull objects away from the person's body that may be potentially dangerous
• Block the individual with absence seizures and complex partial seizures from walking into obstacles, streets, and other dangerous areas that can result in bodily injury or death
• Attempt to rouse the unconscious handler during or after a seizure
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Schmidt's for Happy Pits!
Now I know we've reviewed a BUNCH of vegan deodorant on VBR lately, and they all pretty much rock (maybe some a teensy weensy bit more than others), but O.M.G… Schmidt's Natural Deodorant stands alone when it comes to gorgeous, sexy scents and its smooth texture and application.
Let me get all listy on this ish. Schmidt's Natural Deodorant has stolen my ♥ because…
- It's vegan, cruelty-free and doesn't contain ick ingredients like aluminum, parabens and phthalates, synthetics or harmful chemicals.
- Everything is handcrafted in small batches by the lovely Jaime Schmidt in Portland, Oregon. ♥
- Cedarwood + Juniper ← To-die-for scent! I suppose it's targeted more for dudes, but I LOVE wearing this one. It smells so earthy and sexy.
- Ylang-Ylang + Calendula ← Another to-die-for scent! Sers, these two scents are like my fave smelly combos of all-time! I need them as perfumes, too… so good!!! This one is also super gorgeous and sexy-smelling. Ugh, it's impossible to do these kick-ass deodorants justice in blog form… you HAVE to smell them in person for yourself! Either buy some STAT or hunt me down on the streets of Oaktown and sniff my pits, yo!
- They're mega affordable—only $8 for a 2 oz. jar, and it's gonna last you for quite a while 'cause you only need to use a pea-sized amount!
- They're creamy and smooth (versus chalky and crumbly like a bunch of natural deodoros I've tried), and they are super easy to apply.
- Each deodorant comes with a little applicator—hallelujah!
- This stuff totally works (like for realsenstein)! I'm in love!
What's your favorite vegan deodorant?
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I found the bergamot lime ina solid at Target and absolutely fell in love with it- it smells SO good and really works. Sadly, I started itching and developed a rash – it was miserable. I hate that because it is very aromatherapeutic.
Terrible deodorant, it burned my skin like hell. Never ever buying it again. its still burning my skin and its not an anti perspirant. Hate it. rate 0
This deodorant is so hard to apply. It kind of works… but it's grainy and gave me a rash. I won't buy more.
I use Keeping Abreast of It by Simply Divine Botanicals. It's in spray form. It's as hippie as it gets but it works wonderfully.
Bought some and tried it-
Definitely works to keep odors at bay, but is kind of inconvenient to apply.
It does not keep pits as dry as some other common brands, but it smells great (the Ylang-Ylang + Calendula smells sweet and slightly spicy- so amazing!).
All in all, pretty good find. I guess summer will really test its strength.
What are the ingredients on these? Can't seem to find them online, and I try to avoid products with oil because they tend to stain my clothes 🙁
Just ordered the juniper for my hubbers. Thanks for the info!
So, I am having a bitchin' hard time finding a deodorant that combats my usual smelliness. And of course, I'm becoming sensitive to fragranced deodorants, it seems. I may have to give this a try.
THANK YOU! I have had such bad luck lately with the "natural", chemical-free deodorants I've tried from the store. Frankly, they suck. I'm anxious to try something that doesn't suck! Love this review. 🙂
I use g'uvner by lush.
I'm going to have to order the ylang ylang one. It sounds amazing!
Sounds amazing!!! I was using Soapwalla, until they raised the price..rude! Anyway, I switched to Crunchy Betty deo cream, which I'm liking so far! Next on my list might be this brand!


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In addition to AMSC's claims, we have an Austrian court finding a Serbian man employed by its subsidiary Windtec guilty of passing on grid code-related software to Sinovel. According to reports, cash, sexual favours and a job with China's number-one wind turbine manufacturer were among the inducements on offer.
But while the Sinovel-AMSC saga makes a strong candidate for best wind industry story of the year, it has had unfortunate ramifications for both companies. AMSC has been forced to slash its 2011 results and cut staff, while Sinovel's reputation continues to suffer amid accusations of intellectual property theft.
Whether Sinovel is guilty or not, the online wind-power community seems to have made up its mind: whatever the merits of AMSC's case, the company does not stand a chance when it goes to court in Beijing. It is an understandable point of view. One only has to look at Enercon's travails in India with EIL to know that in intellectual property cases it can be difficult to get a good result away from home.
Ultimately, even if Sinovel wins the battle, it could still lose the war. Over the past year, it has made substantial efforts to expand beyond its home market, signing deals in Greece, Ireland and Brazil. It is doubtful the current accusations will help its cause overseas, least of all in the US, where Sinovel has only one turbine installed.
For other Chinese companies trying to do business abroad, the row could prove awkward amid fears they could be tarred with the same brush. Goldwind has gone to some lengths to ensure it is on script and buying from US suppliers with its North American operation, while Mingyang was sufficiently concerned to issue a stock-exchange statement highlighting its respect for intellectual property.
International expansion is incredibly important for China's turbine manufacturers, with market conditions in their home market set to harden as a result of stricter controls on development. This was echoed in the first half of the year when many Chinese turbine manufacturers suffered poor results. Sinovel saw its turnover over the period fall by nearly a third while Goldwind fared only slightly better with a fall of 17.6% (see page 22).
On a global level, the environment is better but optimism remains fragile. Windpower Monthly's Windicator (page 87) finds stock prices for turbine manufacturers have continued to fall despite many outside China posting strong results. Both Vestas and Gamesa were good examples of this, announcing strong second-quarter figures but suffering significant share-price falls as a result of the global economic situation and austerity measures affecting wind tariffs.
It is against this backdrop that the wind sector has to drive the industry with new products and designs. Whether an innovation has been gained through company acquisition or research and development, in an industry that is becoming increasingly competitive, intellectual property can only become more important. It is easy to understand the motivations for wanting to find a shortcut on this, but the fact is this can only harm the development of the products that will make wind a more attractive alternative.


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Creating Certificate Requests By Using Certificate Enrollment Control
Applies To: Windows Server 2008
For a certificate to be issued from a certification authority (CA), typically, a key pair is first generated at the client computer comprising a public and private key. The public half of the key pair is then sent to a CA together with other information about the subject (for example, Subject name) in a request that allows the public key and the subject to be associated together. The CA then generates and signs the certificate containing the subject name and public key together with other information as required.
There are several different mechanisms that can generate certificate requests within the Windows® environment. These mechanisms include auto-enrollment, Certificate Manager in the Microsoft® Management Console (MMC), a Web interface, command-line utilities (CertReq), and others. In certain circumstances, however, the existing mechanisms for generating certificate requests may not meet the requirements of the environment. Then, it is necessary to generate custom requests using either scripts or code.
Windows Vista also introduces Cryptography Next Generation (CNG), which extends cryptographic support for newer advanced cryptographic algorithms including Elliptical Curve Cryptography (ECC), Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA), and Elliptic Curve Diffie-Hellman (ECDH) (at 256, 384, and 512 bits), Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), and Secure Hash Algorithm (SHA)-2 (at 256, 384, and 512 bits).
This white paper discusses the mechanism to create various certificate request types using the Windows Certificate Enrollment Control, which is natively part of the Windows Server® 2008 operating system. This white paper also looks at how requests can be produced using the advanced cryptographic algorithms.
The Certificate Enrollment Control replaces the older xenroll.dll that was used in earlier versions of Windows for creating certificate requests. The older xenroll.dll interface is not supported for Windows Vista or Windows Server 2008.
Sample code is provided, written in Microsoft Visual C#®, Microsoft Visual C++®, Microsoft Visual Basic® .NET (VB.NET), and Visual Basic Scripting Edition (VBScript). The purpose of the code samples in this white paper is to provide some useful information when the built-in Windows enrollment functionality is not sufficient to meet requirements.


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Making its debut this weekend on HBO was last year's "Larry Crowne", starring Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts. Directed by Hanks himself, "Larry Crowne" is the story of a middle aged man – Larry Crowne – who loses his mid level job at a retail store due to his lack of education.
Unable to find subsequent employment, Larry enrolls in Community College.
What he doesn't bargain on is the profound, romantic, humorous, heartwarming change that will occur in his life due to – – Aghgh, God. I can't even write a summary sentence about this nauseating nonsense without feeling ill.
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Brad Paisley is standing by his controversial duet with LL Cool J, "Accidental Racist."
"I don't know if any of you noticed, but there is some racial tension, here and there," Paisley said on Tuesday's The Ellen DeGeneres Show. "It kind of deals with that and I felt like when we were writing this song, it wasn't necessarily up to the media ... or sort of talk radio or anything like that to deal with that anymore. I think it's music's turn to have the conversation."
25 Bubble Shows: Which will survive?After its release on Monday, "Accidental Racist" took the Internet by storm as listeners reacted to the provocative lyrics detailing Paisley's struggle with race issues as a white man in the South. The song starts off with Paisley singing about walking into a Starbucks wearing a Confederate flag shirt, "just a proud rebel son with an 'ol can of worms/lookin' like I got a lot to learn.""I'm proud of where I'm from but not everything we've done/And it ain't like you and me can rewrite history," Paisley continues in the chorus.LL eventually responds, rapping: "If you don't judge my do-rag, I won't judge your red flag/If you don't judge my gold chains, I'll forget the iron chains."
Fall TV Scorecard: What's canceled?When prompted by Ellen DeGeneres to explain the message of the song, Paisley seemed to struggle with what exactly he and LL were trying to say. "I don't know. We're sort of asking the question of as a proud Southerner and he is a black New Yorker," Paisley stumbled, before switching gears. "One of my favorite lines in the song, he says, 'I think the relationship between the Mason-Dixon needs some fixing.' Leave it to a rapper to put it so simply and so beautifully.">Listen to "Accidental Racist" in full here.What do you think of the song?