text:
By Lisa Johnston
New products on display at the American International Toy Fair, held in N
The battery business keeps charging ahead, with high-drain consumer electronics benefiting from many of the new technologies, especially a big push in rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) types and chargers.
While industry direction mainly still points toward alkaline batteries that power moderate-drain CE products — games, CD players and boomboxes — within the past year there has been growing interest in premium alkaline batteries for high-drain products such as digital cameras.
In addition, battery makers are rolling out even more powerful, longer lasting power sources — rechargeable NiMH batteries for heavy daily-use, high-drain devices such as palmtops and digital phones.
"The AA battery market is getting more confusing for the consumer by the day, with standard and premium alkaline batteries, plus a variety of rechargeables," said Joel Seigel, president/CEO of Gentec International.
"The best bet for the battery-hungry family is to purchase a fast nickel-metal hydride charger and enough sets of batteries to power their various devices. Then it comes down to training the family to always have a few sets of batteries charged and ready to go."
The newest NiMH offering from Markham, Ontario-based Gentec is its Optex Rapid Charger, a one-piece unit with four 1600mAh AA batteries that will charge the set in about five hours. These 1.25V batteries have a slightly higher voltage, which provides peak power to high-drain devices for a longer period of time, said Gentec.
The batteries, which are compatible with most devices, and especially digital cameras, have a suggested retail of about (US)$32 for four with a charger. A four-pack of AA cells is about (US)$16 retail. Both items will be available in late October.
Gentec has other power options for digital cameras, including the DCAC37, a 3.7V universal AC adapter that will power virtually any camera with a DC power input. Suggested retail is (US)$32. Five lithium batteries are also available for specific digital cameras made by Nikon, Fuji, Ricoh, Canon and Sony. Suggested retails range from (US)$45 to (US)$65.
"Selecting the right battery for the right application depends upon how the electronic product is engineered," said Christine Denning, marketing communications specialist at the Panasonic Battery Sales Group.
"If the product is designed to achieve peak performance by operating on continuous high-drain power, as is the case of a digital camera, we recommend a rechargeable NiMH battery to provide top performance, as well as offer convenience and economy.
"Today's rechargeable technology has advanced, offering increased power and decreased battery charging times," Denning continued. "These improvements have made rechargeables attractive to a greater number of consumers than ever before. Rechargeables also strike a chord with consumers who are economy-minded and environmentally conscious," she said.
To this end, Secaucus, N.J.-based Panasonic is offering a new 1600mAh AA-size NiMH battery that is specifically designed to power advanced portable digital electronics that rapidly use up batteries. The company, which claims a first of its kind for its Deluxe Set for buying clubs, offers this product with six AA and two AAA batteries and a NiMH charger. Also included for added convenience are four C and D size battery adapters.
Compared to the standard product offering in the marketplace — two NiMH rechargeables packaged with a charger at a suggested retail range of $24.99 to $39.99 — the Panasonic product at a suggested $24.95 with a $5 mail-in rebate is a "unique value," Denning said.
A Panasonic promotion scheduled for this holiday season is the Panasonic Alkaline for Digital AA Buy 8, Get 4 Free packs on clip strips, set for a fourth-quarter retail debut.
To provide extra value to consumers throughout the holiday and post-holiday season, Panasonic ads in Sunday newspapers will provide a $2-off coupon redeemable at checkouts when consumers purchase two packs of AA or AAA Panasonic Alkaline for Digital batteries.
"The battery marketplace has always been driven by the influx of devices, whether it's powering existing devices or to accommodate the new ones," said John Daggett, director of corporate communications and marketing services at Madison, Wis.-based Rayovac.
"For moderate- to low-drain devices, alkaline is your best choice, because it offers long life. Walkmans, CD players, boomboxes and most games fall into this category. In fact, the vast majority of consumer products fall in this range," Daggett said.
For new high-tech CE products, which make up about 10 percent of CE universe today, said Daggett, consumers have several options to meet the high-drain demands. "If you use the device often, you should select the new rechargeable NiMH batteries because you'll save money. For example, in a digital camera, NiMH batteries will last nearly 1.5 hours before they have to be recharged, and they can be recharged up to 1,000 times," he said.
"Single-use alkaline would only last about 20 minutes, and so-called premium alkalines will last 36-40 minutes. But, in either case, the battery can only be used once.
"That's why the major digital camera manufacturers have stated publicly that consumers should use NiMH batteries in their products. Other devices that fall into this range would be PDAs, the new "Talk About" (a version of the old walkie-talkies), some MP3 players and pocket TVs. If you don't use the devices often, then the super premium alkalines are another option," Daggett said.
Looking to put its promotional efforts where the volume lies, however, Rayovac will be featuring its Maximum alkaline brand this coming holiday season.
Consumers can receive a free CD-ROM video game instantly when they purchase Rayovac Maximum alkalines from specially marked displays. Three titles, each with a retail value of up to $19.95, will be offered to encourage incremental consumer purchases. These include "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire: Sports Edition," "Disney Arcade Frenzy" and "Tomb Raider II." Along with the game, each disc contains two bonus programs.
The CD-ROM video game will be available is specially marked AA-8 Twin Packs or as a near-pack premium included in dedicated displays.
Another Rayovac promotion set for the upcoming holidays is a Buy Two, Get a Third Pack Free deal. Consumers will be instantly rebated the cost of the third battery pack. The promotion will be on dedicated display assortments with specially padded order forms on each display back sign.
Consumers can save up to $5 on any toy or game when purchased along with multiple packs of Maximum batteries. Savings can be instantly redeemed or received back by mail. Each display back sign will highlight the promotional offer and feature Rayovac spokesman Michael Jordan.
In a Holiday Store Check promotion, consumers can buy multiple packages of Rayovac batteries, send in the proofs of purchase and receive a check toward future purchases in the store where they purchased the batteries. The more batteries the buy, the larger the check they receive.
Lenmar Enterprises, firmly committed to rechargeable batteries, has stepped up its technology, offering what the Westlake Village, Calif.-based company said is the "world's fastest charger for camcorder and digital camera batteries." Called the Mach 1 Speed Charger, the unit charges lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries three times faster than any other charger, according to Lenmar. A standard camcorder or digital camera battery can be fully charged in 30 minutes, said the company.
The charger, which uses a lightweight switching power supply that allows it to operate on domestic and international voltages, also works with 12-volt outlets, so consumers can use it while driving. A three-level LED system indicates when the battery is at medium, high and maximum charge capacity.
The Mach 1 will charge all 7.2-volt Li-Ion camcorder batteries, and is recommended for camcorders that do not supply a separate charger and require inconvenient in-camera recharging. The display package contains the Mach 1, four adapter plates for switching power supply from 100V to 240V and a DC car cord. Suggested retail is $99.95.
To promote the Speed Charger, Lenmar is launching its first-ever, national TV ad campaign, starting in September and running through December 2001. It features three 30-second commercials on 16 cable channels. Hand-in-hand with the ads, the company is offering retailers new, complimentary in-store point-of-purchase displays.
Lenmar also said it has plans to develop and market a full range of chargers using a similar technology to the Mach 1. Upcoming models will charge 6V NiMH and nickel-cadmium (NiCd) camcorder batteries in about 30 minutes, and NiMH AA and AAA batteries in about 40 minutes.
"Alkaline and premium alkalines are definitely a convenient, reliable energy source, and they are very popular with consumers," said Marty Goldberg, Lenmar president. "But rechargeable batteries offer greater benefits, and when consumers become aware of rechargeables, they realize they are a better, more economical solution.
"As consumers purchase more high-drain devices, like digital cameras, PDAs and portable DVD players, they will quickly discover the value in rechargeables. Demand for rechargeables will grow, and the industry will move in that direction."
In support of this battery type, Lenmar is offering its line of NoMEM PRO NiMH batteries and chargers. In a retail counter display of NoMEM PRO product, Lenmar makes available its PRO99 quick charger with four 1700mAh AA batteries at a $32.95 suggested retail and the promotional PRO29 charger, with four AA 1600mAh batteries at $26.95 suggested retail. Also included in the display is the PRO415 four-pack of 1700mAh AA batteries at $16.95 suggested retail and the PRO407 four-pack of AAA batteries, also at $16.95.
"Rechargeable NiMH batteries are the hot ticket for digital cameras right now," Goldberg continued. "We're currently designing a compact charger that uses our patented Neotherm technology to efficiently and economically charge four NiMH batteries in less than an hour. And with Li-Ion batteries becoming more prevalent in digital cameras, I think you'll see increased demand for Li-Ion rechargeables, too.
"For moderate-drain products, I recommend rechargeable alkaline batteries that have the same attributes as standard alkaline. They are 1.5V, come charged and ready to use out of the package and hold their charge for years.
"Performance is initially the same, but rechargeables last 10 to 50 times longer, saving consumers a lot of money. And when the dealer sells a charging kit, he creates a loyal customer who will come back to buy more batteries."
The value that rechargeable NiMH batteries offer the consumer over the medium and long term is attractive, said Richard Latorre, national sales manager for Sony Electronics' U.S. Energy Group. "Rechargeable NiMH batteries last two to three times longer than alkaline batteries per charge and can be recharged from 500 to up to 1,000 times," Latorre said.
"One of the issues with charging, however, is that consumers aren't used to charging AA and AAA batteries," Lattore said. "In addition, the current chargers on the market are bulky, not very attractive, and most require eight to 15 hours to fully charge the batteries. Even so, the cost savings realized by using rechargeable batteries are impressive."
To answer this situation, quick chargers are now being introduced to meet industry demands, said Latorre. Park Ridge, N.J.-based Sony will debut a new NiMH charger and batteries later this year. The charger's design "is ultra cool — very Sony-style oriented," Latorre said. "It is slim, compact, metallic in color and quick for charging batteries in just about an hour.
Called the 1 Hour Advanced Power Charger, the package includes charger and two AA rechargeable batteries for a suggested retail that is expected to range between $29.99 and $34.99. The charger, available before the end of the year, can accommodate AA or AAA NiMH or NiCd types.
Peter Brinkman, VP of marketing at Maxell Corporation of America, feels there are two main trends currently shaping the battery business. One is the continuing accelerated demand for rechargeables, particularly NiMH, and the other is the accelerating sales growth of the value segment of the alkaline battery, with specific focus on larger pack sizes.
"The popularity of nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries continues to be driven by wider acceptance of high-drain devices such as PDAs and, especially, digital cameras. We expect the trend to accelerate because of the increase in household penetration of digital cameras and because consumers are exhibiting a greater awareness and familiarity with using rechargeable batteries."
In support of rechargeable types, Fair Lawn, N.J.-based Maxell is offering new packaging that communicates battery chemistry to consumers. This emphasizes recommended usage and points out that Maxell offers the highest-capacity rechargeable batteries in the industry at 1600mAh.
"In the alkaline segment," continued Brinkman, "sales growth of the larger package sizes is being fueled by an overall increase in battery usage, caused by the proliferation of battery-driven devices. Larger-pack sizes, 20-packs and 40-packs, have proven extremely popular with consumers because they recognize the tremendous per-battery value they receive when they purchase the larger packs."
Maxell's newest battery product is the P2001 Recharger/Battery Combination Pack, including a recharger, along with four AA NiMH batteries, for a suggested $24.99 retail.
The "smart" P2001 recharger automatically detects the amount of charge required for each battery placed in the unit and charges each accordingly. It is capable of charging both NiMH and NiCd batteries, and automatically recognizes either chemistry.
Emphasizing that NiMH is the preferred technology to power all the new high-drain personal electronics, Brent Meikle, president of Toronto-based LEAP Energy and Power, feels that the CE business "is no longer about toys and boomboxes." Manufacturers are looking for a battery to power their CE products, and the charging technology is advancing quickly, he noted.
Pointing out that NiMH is quicker and more convenient, charges quickly and is reusable, Meikle said, "the more high-drain items purchased by consumers, the more they want a battery to last longer and head toward NiMH. Personal electronics use a great deal of battery power and these devices are used often for entertainment and business, therefore battery replacements become a liability.
"NiMH lasts longer in high-drain applications — things like digital cameras and Discman. You can recharge and reuse it at least 500 times and get the same full energy in just a couple of hours. NiMH is not new — only in the last two years has this superior rechargeable technology been available to consumers in a standard AA and AAA size, so people can take this technology and pop it into their Discman, digital camera or other wireless personal electronics. This is the direction consumers are moving in."
Looking at battery industry direction away from rechargeables, Energizer finds the majority of Palm users still prefer standard alkaline batteries. The is one of the CE devices at which the St. Louis-based company aimed its e2 battery, said Jackie Burwitz, VP for investor relations.
"Within the last year-and-one-half, we have introduced e2, along with a full portfolio of products that allows us to meet all of consumers' needs — super premium, e2, Premium, Energizer Max, Eveready Alkaline, AA lithium for digital cameras and a full line of rechargeable batteries."
In its relaunch of the Energizer brand, the company is giving it a new look, more power and greater in-store presence. The product has been renamed Energizer Max to communicate long-lasting power, and will run up to 40 percent longer than ordinary alkaline batteries in the AA and AAA sizes in high-drain devices, according to Energizer. These two cell sizes make up almost 80 percent of all batteries sold and are used in many of the newest portable devices, the company said.
Energizer Max will be easier to find in stores, relying on the Energizer bunny to attract consumers to new merchandising showcases and new packaging. Display units will carry the message: "The power to keep you going and going." Enhanced product will make its debut this fall.
As a full-line battery supplier, Bethel, Conn.-based Duracell markets round cell NiMH batteries, but finds this segment of the market is quite small, due to consumer preference for the convenience of "always ready" primary power. Thus the company's premium Duracell Ultra with M3 technology is its best alkaline battery for today's high-drain devices.
Duracell also said it is excited about the latest addition of its Ultra line, the CR-V3 battery for digital cameras. In the past two years, 38 digital cameras designed around the CR-V3 form factor have been introduced, and these cameras offer consumers tremendous choice in battery power, the company said.
In cameras that are CR-V3 compatible, users can choose the power option that best works for them. They can choose Duracell Ultra CR-V3, the company's most powerful battery for digital cameras, AA premium Duracell Ultra with M3 technology or AA rechargeable NiMH batteries.
GE/Sanyo is launching new packaging for its CR-V3 lithium power cell for digital cameras. This special battery size doubles the capacity of standard alkalines, said the San Diego-based company. These are currently available at a $14.99 suggested retail.
GE/Sanyo also is introducing new packaging for Alkaline High Capacity batteries in AA and AAA sizes. Called Platinum Plus, the product offers 40 percent longer run-time in certain high-drain devices such as PDAs, CD players and digital cameras, said the company. New packaging includes four- and eight-packs, with suggested retails at $5.99 and $9.99 for the currently available batteries.
NABC, North American Battery Co., formerly Saft America Consumer Products, is focusing on new items that relate to its strengths as a North American manufacturer and a premier brand marketer, according to Bob Roth, director of retail sales and marketing.
This fall, San Diego-based NABC will be adding a new licensed brand to its lineup, called Bell Equipment. "This will apply to a complete line of cordless phone batteries and accessories, made available to all retailers in the United States," Roth said.
"Outside of this new brand, we are focusing on new product lines that maximize our dual U.S. and Mexico manufacturing capabilities. We are offering a number of new product lines, such as scanner battery packs, hotel lock battery packs and power tool battery packs. Each will be fully launched at the 2002 CES."
This TWICE webinar, hosted by senior editor Alan Wolf, will take a look at what may be the hottest CE products at retail that will be sold during the all-important fourth quarter. Top technologies, market strategies and industry trends will be discussed with industry analysts and executives.


text:
Over the course of the past 19 months I have lived in/on tents, couches, guest beds, floors, crawlspaces, basements, attics, RVs, snowcaves, and real caves throughout various continents. Skiing is to blame for this lifestyle.
My most recent home of 3 months, a gently used 24′ Winnebago Majestic, provided me a few lessons about life. Here the lessons to live by, specifically for a life in a House On Wheels:
-Stay clean
-Don't even think about trying to have a girlfriend.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Rainy Weather Brings Hundreds of Traffic Accidents in San Diego
The recent bout of rainstorms passing through San Diego have left the roads sleek and dangerous, contributing to increasing reports of traffic accidents. According to the California Highway Patrol, a total of 318 San Diego accidents were reported on local highways and freeways in a full 24-hour-period, highly exceeding the average of 50-75 crashes. As of 8 a.m. that morning, 121 crashes had already been reported. 94 collisions were reported during rush hour, between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Heading into Winter, expect to see even heavier showers and thunderstorms this season, as well as strong winds.The National Weather Service has estimated that the unsettled weather will also drop the snow level to 5,000 feet. Leslie Legal Group encourages all drivers to slow down and use extra caution on the roads, specially when wet, as the rain makes them more dangerous than ever. If you or a loved one find yourself in a traffic accident and/or personal injury situation, consulting with an experienced legal team is your best choice for assessing and handling your case.
"'Rainy Day' Crashes Reported in San Diego"- NBC7 News, October 10, 2013
"Rain Contributing to Increase in Traffic Accidents"- SD6 News, November 21, 2013


text:
LaundryTODAY Media Kit
Our 2013 MEDIA KIT is available by clicking
on the image below.
For rate information please contact
Sheryl Weinstein at 212-644-4344
Subscribe to Laundry Today
Subscribe here to Laundry Today's online edition, print edition or both. It's FREE sign up today!
Staining Problem
- Details
- Written by Rich Fitzmorris
Question: I'd like to have some advice on a staining problem I'm having. The stains are on OR GREENS (operating rooms, green sheets) they look to be greasy looking stains. Anyone had a similar type of problem and found a fix, either with the wash program and/or chemicals?
- Thanks.
Answer 1: In responce to your question regarding grease stains on O.R. greens. It is the experience of our Specialists that these stains are either mineral oil or fatty deposits from the operating room. Generally these problems become more prevalent with the new 100% polyester barrier linens or treated surgical linens that resist blood strike-through. The treatment on these linens is oleophilic (oil-loving) which makes the removal of oily soils more difficult. Ecolab has a product called Terposol Ultra that has a non-petroleum based solvent and detergent that aids in the safe removal of these oily spots from OR linens.
I'd be happy to ask one of our specialists to visit your facility to see if we can resolve your particular problem. Please E-mail me with your facility location and phone number, or you can contact me at
Ecolab Inc., Textile Care Division
370 N. Wabasha Street, St. Paul MN 55102
phone: (612) 293-2610 fax: (612) 225-3185
Steven J. Tinker
Director, Marketing
Answer 2: Saw these stains frequently. They are the result of Surgical Solution containing Iodophor, IPA, and a polymer used as a skin prep in OR. Removal in washing with solvent emulcifier such as NDT Power Solv, or NDT Solvate. Specifically, reference 3M DuraPrep surgical solution.
Frank Kappler
Gurtler Chemicals Inc.
Quick Rinse - News From Around The World
Man Freed From Laundry Machine
ENGLAND — Firefighters freed a man trapped in a laundry after he tried to pull some sheets that were stuck from a folding machine. The machine had not been turned off when he began trying the free the sheets. The employee's arm became trapped in the machine but the firefighters worked quickly cutting the machine's belt to free the man. He was rushed to the hospital where he was stabilized.


text:
nets already have harris, alston, courtney lee, cdr....doubt they need another gaurd
So i was wondering once Acie Law's grace period ends where we cant trade him do we maybe swapping him for another 2007 draft member who has fallen out of favor in the Nets organization?
I mean i remember seeing glimpses of how good Sean Williams could be during some of the few games he started with the nets a season or two ago, he was one of the best shot blockers in the nation during his time in college. He has issues but i think he is very much motivated to become an NBA player.
He is young still, and like Law his contract would come off the books at the end of the year if he does not produce. I think he is worth looking at because he could be that answer at the back up PF position if he comes in and proves himself to Coach Brown.
What you guys think? I believe it would be a good trade. Dont think the nets would do it though
nets already have harris, alston, courtney lee, cdr....doubt they need another gaurd
We can trade Law at any time, so long as we're sending out just him. We can include him in trades with other players from our team after 2 months.


text:
Description: | Solitaire is a game you can play just about anywhere, and when you're traveling through a jungle, you can play with pretty much anyone anywhere! Even when the jungle is going through it's rainy season! All you need is some laminated cards. |
Instructions: | Use your mouse to click on and set the cards in order to complete the game. |
Channels: | Puzzles » Cards |
Tags: | time timed solitaire card cards |
Rate This Game: | |


text:
recipe reviews for:
"'I created these enchiladas to satisfy several picky eaters in our house,' explains Stacy Cizek of Conrad, Iowa. 'They were an instant hit and are now requested at least once a week. I especially like that we can enjoy this meal twice by freezing half for a later (and busier) day.'"
My Profile | Cooks I Like Reviews | Photos | Recipes | Menus | Blog
Cooking Level: Intermediate
Cooking Level: Expert
Everything you need to party like a leprechaun.
New for spring! Good-for-you food you'll love to eat.
Delicious recipes, party ideas, and helpful cooking tips! Get a year of Allrecipes magazine for just $9.99!


text:
You need the latest Flash player to see this video.Click here to get Adobe Flash player
You must type in a comment.
Login or Register now to post a comment.
bignlong9 6 months ago
Dam Asian pussy is so Hot!!!!!
geniusatlarge 2 years ago
suck and fuck her cunt for ever
abudabu 3 years ago
whoops i mean chick
i like dat dhick
hotman123 3 years ago
i wish i have her because she has a good pussy men i want to fuck her
BoricuaBeauty1992 3 years ago
love her outfit, she's sexy as hell, awesome fuck
Dboyza 3 years ago
jeah! so perfect!!! i want some
lzed69 3 years ago
Fresh !!
AllanLake 3 years ago
Wow! Perfect ass, perfect tits, perfect pussy .. just fucking perfect!
Long67 3 years ago
fuckin hotttt
gamergurl 3 years ago
hot asian pornstar natalia thorn I believe that's who she is. Sexy video
ebacha 3 years ago
youngmiss 3 years ago


text:
Senior Day for IMG Academy baseball programers
April 14, 2010
by: Nick's Picks
Thirteen seniors were honored yesterday at Academy Park. Following the ceremony, IMG took on Clearwater Central Catholic at 4 p.m. but lost by a score of 4-3. Seniors being honored include: Andrew Ladisa, Blake Perry, Carlos Somoza, Casey Mulholland, Chad Clifton, Dillon Moyer, Gavin Patton, Jimmy O'Neill, Michael Bradshaw, Mike McCormack, Patrick Albrittain, Richard Baerga, Pat Alkire, and Ryan Swinney. Stay posted for photos from the entire day.


text:
November 2013
Making more sustainable choices for fuel, power and water can save big money.
July 2013
Transit police forces are employing technology, high-visibility patrols and communication tools to harden their systems.
The campaign includes brochures and posters on buses and trains, as well as training programs for employees to identify and help potential victims.
June 2013
Part one of a two-part series, this article discusses some factors that should be considered — funding sources, feasibility and site viability — before an organization issues a Request for Qualifications or a Request for Proposal.
May 2013
L.A. Metro is offering its Dodgers Stadium Express bus service for free to ticket holders, while Minneapolis' Metro Transit brought fans to Target Field for the third year.
July 2012
Public Private Partnership Delivery
May 2010
On March 24, officers from the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department and the Los Angeles Police Department wrote citations to motorists and pedestrians who ignored safety warnings near the Blue Line in downtown L.A.
Join the Metro E-Newsletters and receive the latest news in your e-mail inbox once a week. SIGN UP NOW!
View the latest eNews Express Tuesday | Express Thursday | University Transit
Mass Transit Capital Planning An overview of the world-class best practices for assessing, prioritizing, and funding capital projects to optimize resources and align with the organization's most critical immediate and long-term goals.
More white papers
The full contents of Metro Magazine on your computer! The digital edition is an exact replica of the print magazine with enhanced search, multimedia and hyperlink features. View the current issue


text:
Top Stories
Welcome Back To Killzone 3, Here's Double XP
Now that Killzone 3 players can get online and kill each other once again, Guerrilla Games and Sony gives them incentive to do so in the form of a double XP weekend running now through 10AM UK time Monday morning.
It's A Call Of Duty: Black Ops Double XP Weekend
Those of you not busy hating on Call of Duty should probably stock up on the caffeine, as the second Black Ops Double XP weekend runs now through 8am Monday morning, spanning all three platforms.
Aion Speeds Things Up With Double XP Weekends
Tired of slow progression in NCsoft's latest MMO, Aion? The developers feel your pain, and they plan to assuage it with regular double experience weekends, starting with the next three weekends in a row.
Celebrate 5 Years Of Killzone With Double XP
World of Warcraft isn't the only game turning five this week, with developer Guerrilla celebrating five years of Killzone all week long at Killzone.com, culminating in a weekend's worth of double XP goodness.
COD4 Weekend Brings Double XP, Half-Priced Maps
As we mentioned last week, this weekend is a special double XP weekend for Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare players, though now it's now an Xbox 360 only weekend, with PS3 fans most likely getting the treatment a week later. Also exclusive to Xbox Live is a special half price sale on the Game of the Year Variety map pack. The pack will be slashed from 800 Microsoft points to 400 from 12:01am Pacific on the 12th to midnight on the 14th, which coincides with the double XP event. Honestly I can't see how anyone still playing Call of Duty 4 doesn't already have this pack, but it's a nice gesture.
This weekend will also see members of Infinity Ward entering the fray between noon and 4pm on Saturday to play with their fans, so be sure to hit the jump, write down their gamertags, and start coming up with countless annoying questions to bombard them with as they struggle with the frustration of having to work on a Saturday.
Call Of Duty 4 Double XP Weekend Imminent
Infinity Ward Director of Communications / Community Manager Robert Bowling reveals in his IAMfourzerotwo blog that he is currently readying promotional materials for a big Call of Duty 4 event taking place next weekend over Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network. In his post he drops those two little words that CoD players (mainly those of us that suck) love to hear: Double XP. I'm currently working on getting everything organised and together for an upcoming Xbox Live / PSN promotion we have coming up the weekend of Sept. 13th – 14th. Which isn't this weekend, but next weekend. I will have exact details on what it is in the near future but I have a gut feeling it'll have Double XP attached to it for all those hungry for some power-leveling on Call of Duty 4.
Bowling further explained that he is hoping to get the new playlists finished in time to make it one big promotion. Woot!
Double XP Is Imminent [IAMfourzerotwo]


text:
by - written on 03/01/14 (Very useful, 60 readings)
This Peppa Pig Campervan features in the TV series and my girls have always been very taken with it so I thought I would get them one for Christmas. It seemed quite hard to get hold of at a reasonable price when I started looking so tried ebay for a second hand one. I was lucky to get one with all the accessories at a reasonable ... Read the complete review
by - written on 11/11/12 (Very useful, 52 readings)
WHAT IS IT? A campervan play set from the Peppa Pig programme. WHAT DO YOU GET IN THE SET? The campervan looks just like the one that has started being shown on recent Peppa Pig episodes. It is yellow and very good looking, the figures and accessories all fit into the campervan but it is a squeeze. The ... Read the complete review
by - written on 10/11/12 (Very useful, 41 readings)
Last summer our lovely neighbour handed down a whole box full of Peppa Pig toys. My 4 year old daughter loves Peppa Pig so needless to say I had a very peaceful afternoon whilst she explored her new toys! I am not one to buy my children TV related toys - or clothes. I kind of hate they watch as much as they do anyway....but ... Read the complete review
by - written on 25/08/12 (Useful, 14 readings)
My daughter is a huge peppa pig fan, and I bought this set for her after a long, and fruitless search to buy daddy pig. It cost me £25, and the set included the camper van, bbq set, and all 4 family figures- each of these have moveable hands and legs unlike the ones which have painted arms. The camper van has a ... Read the complete review
by - written on 15/08/12 (Very useful, 52 readings)
My daughter received a huge amount of toys for her second birthday last November. Some were instant hits with her and some, like this Peppa Pig campervan, were not. The set my daughter received is slightly different to the set in the picture. This is because it didn't come with as many accessories. Our set had the campervan, ... Read the complete review
by - written on 26/04/12 (Very useful, 77 readings)
My 3 year old daughter received this for Christmas last year, as she is a 'mild' Peppa Pig fan, and she was getting the World of Playsets (see review) so I thought this would go with it all very nicely. It was on sale in Home Bargains I think for about £15 so I thought that was a good price, especially since Peppa Pig toys seem ... Read the complete review
by - written on 03/10/10 (Very useful, 64 readings)
This is a lovely little play set for any Peppa Pig fan. Santa brought this about 2 years ago for my middle son who was 5yrs at the time and it has now been passed onto my littley who is 3yrs. It has all the characteristics you would expect to find with the Peppa Pig range, it's very cartoon like, and very child ... Read the complete review
by - written on 24/06/10 (Useful, 20 readings)
We have had this Caravan set for a couple of years now, and is now being played with a second time round with our yougest proving how sturdy this set is. On first inspection it does seem to be a bit on the flimsy side and I honesty though that it would not stand to test of time but it has. It is quite expensive, around ... Read the complete review
by - written on 01/06/10 (Very useful, 16 readings)
I bought the Peppa Pig Campervan for my 2 Peppa Pig obsessed daughters (aged 2 and 4). The campervan is yellow and white on the outside and blue and purple on the inside. It is about 12 inches long, 6 inches wide and about 10 inches high. It has four turning wheels, so can be rolled along the floor. The roof of the campervan ... Read the complete review
by - written on 28/05/10 (Very useful, 8 readings)
Both my children love Peppa Pig and for christmas my daughter (3) was bought the house,playground set etc and she wasnt really interested but my son (1) wouldnt leave them alone! So when I saw the campervan for £14.99 in our local B & M store (currently advertised online for £30) I had to buy it for easter. I couldnt wait for ... Read the complete review
by - written on 12/02/10 (Useful, 16 readings)
My daughter is an avid Peppa Pig fan - and this was amongst the plethora of Peppa Pig goodies she get for christmas. And, out of all the Peppa Pig products she got - this was my favourite. Firstly - i was impressed that it came with all the characters included. Very often Peppa Pig toys will only come with Peppa and George ... Read the complete review
by - written on 04/08/09 (Very useful, 57 readings)
I purchased this for my little one when she first started her Peppa Pig phase and this was reduced at Argos to £14.99. I think I got a bargain, it is the Peppa toy that she has had the most use out of. It is for 3 years and over due to smal parts. -------------What you get for your money---------------- Included in the ... Read the complete review
by - written on 12/07/09 (Very useful, 176 readings)
My daughter is a massive Peppa Pig fan and when she asked for the Peppa Pig Camper Van I was over the moon, I always wanted a toy camper van when I was a kid but never got one so this was my chance to re-live my youth. I brought the camper van from Toys R Us and it cost me £20. What do you get? A bright yellow ... Read the complete review
by - written on 13/05/09 (Somewhat useful, 24 readings)
this was. the best present my daughter got for her 2nd birthday and 6 months after she still plays with it everyday. tou get peppa george mummy pig and daddy pig the big campervan picnic table (which is the only thing that is broken) shower and bbq. the seats come out of the campervan so you can set them up that they are ... Read the complete review
by - written on 11/05/09 (Very useful, 25 readings)
Peppa Pig is a huge favourite in our house and my daughter was desperate for this for her 3rd birthday. I spent hours searching through the internet to try and get one as they appeared to be sold out everywhere except ebay where they were all way over priced. Eventually I found them at Wilkinson Plus by accident ... Read the complete review
by - written on 24/02/09 (Very useful, 64 readings)
My little girl adores Peppa Pig, and is rapidly building up her collection of Peppa Pig toys, so we made the decision to purchase this for her as one of her christmas presents. This item usually retails at approximately £20, however I had a £10 voucher for Amazon which I had won and the item had been reduced temporarily to ... Read the complete review
by - written on 01/01/09, updated on 22/10/11 (Useful, 74 readings)
First of all let me begin by saying that in our family we are huge Peppa fans. My toddler reads Peppa books, eats with her peppa cutlery, sleeps in her peppa pj's - you get the picture.... This probably makes this toy all the more disappointing - it seems like the worst sort of betrayal from our piggie pal. This toy, which, ... Read the complete review
by - written on 31/10/08 (Very useful, 417 readings)
Last year my daughter was Peppa Pig mad and we'd had a caravan holiday earlier in the year which she had loved so this seemed like the perfect gift. You get the campervan, a shower, a picnic table, a fridge and a barbecue. The characters included are Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, Peppa Pig and Georgie Pig. There is an awning that can ... Read the complete review
by - written on 29/10/08 (Very useful, 84 readings)
I bought this at Toys R Us as it was on sale, it usually retails around £20. I would pay full price for this as it really is good fun. Included is - Mummy pig, Daddy pig, George , Peppa, barbeque, campervan, shower, picnic table, fridge and chairs which are also the seats for inside the campervan. The ... Read the complete review


text:
We want to ensure that making a return is as easy and hassle-free as possible! If for any reason you decide that your purchase just isn't for you, simply return the item within 30 days of receipt and we'll cover the return shipping when you choose our FREE Pre-Paid Return Shipping Label. Learn more about our return policy.
Shop now and get Free Value Shipping on most orders over $29.95 to contiguous 48 states, DC and to all U.S. Military APO/FPO/DPO addresses.
The Frankford Extreme Sonic Cleaner takes ultrasonic cleaning power to the next level. This brass cleaner has all the features of the EZ Sonic Cleaner plus the power of heat and increased capacity! The Frankford Arsenal Extreme Sonic Cleaner is perfect for the shooter with a lot of brass to clean and little time to do it. The casing cleaner has an increased capacity that lets it will clean almost 3 times more brass, and the addition of the heating function speeds up the brass case cleaning process dramatically. Eliminate the longs hours of cleaning/reloading and get back to the range with the Frankford Arsenal Extreme Sonic Casing Cleaner!


text:
Events sponsored by the Office of Public Instruction are prefaced by "OPI". All other postings are for your information only
Return to calendar
Login to your account
To login, enter your username and password below. If you do not have an account, you can create one by clicking the "Create an account" link below. If you have an account, but you have forgotten your password, click the "Forgot password" link.
[Create a new account]
[Forgot password?]
Powered by
Web Calendar
Copyright 2002-2008 - All Rights Reserved


text:
Donate |
Please send your donations to CARITAS Manila and to the Philippine Amateur Radio Association (PARA)please click the image below
"It is not the class of license the Amateur holds.
but the class of the Amateur that holds the license." Thanks for your patience. If you cannot find your call sign in my log or need a correction due to QRM,QRN,QSB please don't hesitate to send me an email. I will repeat your call at the end of QSO to confirm if I got it correctly. Sometimes, my finger will key the wrong character, Please be patient as i'm not a very good CW operator. Still mixing up the characters HI HI QSL Direct - To cover the cost please include sase with 2 US dollars. NO IRC PLEASE- Dubai is not accepting the IRC until further advice. QSL VIA BUREAU - PHILIPPINE AMATEUR RADIO ASSOCIATION (PARA) http://www.para.org.ph My new Antenna Comet H422 For the good of our hobby and for us to enjoy it, please try to follow this simple rules Special thanks to the UAE ham operators 73 de A65CB Associate Member of Emirates Amateur Radio SocietyEARSA62ER Also Thanks to PhilippeF5SDT Monochrome HAM shack ED A65BT & JOEL A65BX VISITED MY HAM SHACK TORU A65CJ VISITED MY HAM SHACK BUDDIPOLE L ConfigurationThe face behind the voice of A65CB HAM Radio Operator since 2000 Mobile Operation New HAM Shack with Yaesu FT950 OLD HAM Shack OLD HAM shack Filipino UAE HAMs UAE HAMS EARS LOGO Last modified: 2013-11-29 11:54:26, 17421 bytes
You must be logged in to file a report on this page
Currently updating logbook display.


text:
-Multicreteria Analysis for environmental assessment of projects and plans.
-Mainstreaming biodiversity conservation in energy projects.
-Cumulative effects and follow up in Impact Assessment.
-Biodiversity & ecosystem services in impact assessment. -Planning for effective public participation.
John Donald Angira Director African Operations Tel- 0726287495 firstname.lastname@example.com
Review our schedule of classes in the above table. Seating is limited. Use our Student Signup page to register with our database. No commitment is required but pre-registered students are given priority when seating is limited.
Review our vendor options and partner with us to help train the next generation of African scientists. Use our Vendor Signup page to register your company with us and provide contact information. No commitment is required but registered companies are given priority for certain offers and arragements.
Email all questions to email@example.com.
Click here for a summary of past sponsorships.
Vendors can download our fee schedule and application by clicking here. Please contact us if you would like to participate or have suggestions.
Site visitors:


text:
Drake Manufacturing Buys Wenzel Gear Checker
The grinding machines built by Drake were so accurate the parts were getting beyond Drake Manufacturing's ability to measure during customer run-offs. To remedy this, the company decided to purchase a Wenzel fully automatic CNC gear checker for its inspection lab.
"We knew we were producing good parts, says Jim Vosmik, Drake's president, "We just had a hard time measuring the improvements – when you are looking for microns on form and lead, you need sophisticated measurement tools. Now we can fully inspect and document the tolerances of spur and helical gears, ballscrews and nuts, worms, hobs, taps…just about anything the customer throws at us."
Vosmik says the initial investment in inspection equipment was not an easy financial decision, but in the end Drake regarded it as money well spent." If we want to continually improve, we have to be able to measure those improvements. It helps us produce better machines and better parts…which is why customers buy our grinders in the first place."
For more information:
Drake Manufacturing Services Co. Inc. | |
Phone: | (330) 847-7291 |
URL: | www.drakemfg.com |
Drake Manufacturing Services Co. Inc. Drake Manufacturing is a leading manufacturer of precision CNC grinders and other machine tools. Our lineup of machines includes Gear Making, Thread Making, Universal Grinding and Ballscrew Manufacturing machines. ...Read more Or visit www.drakemfg.com |


text:
All Content | RSS | |
View all podcasts & RSS feeds |
Podcasts & RSS Feeds
Connect with Us
Most Active Stories
- No, Chinese investors aren't 'buying up Detroit' – but they do have an eye on the Motor City
- The average Michigan family needs $52,330 a year to 'make ends meet'
- Here are our 10 favorite photos of what your winter looks like
- Michigan's Attorney General is risking his political future over the gay marriage case
- What all the snow and ice will mean for Great Lakes water levels
Now Playing
Michigan Voices
Politics & Government
4:35 pm
Mon November 19, 2012
Schuette: Changes to Blue Cross overhaul bills not enough to protect seniors
Michigan's attorney general says state lawmakers must add more safeguards for seniors to legislation that would overhaul Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.
Bill Schuette testified Monday before the House Insurance Committee.
Schuette said bills passed last month by the Senate did not do enough to make sure Blue Cross continues to offer Medigap plans to seniors.
The program covers costs that Medicare doesn't.
The attorney general said the proposal would drastically cut funding for Medigap, and only requires Blue Cross to offer it through 2016.
"I think the last thing we want is to have skyrocketing Medigap rates, or Medigap disappear altogether," Schuette said.
Blue Cross officials say the measure gives seniors plenty of time to switch to more comprehensive and affordable plans.
The legislation would end Blue Cross' tax exempt status. In return, the state would have less oversight of the Michigan's largest health insurer.
Politics & Government
It's Just Politics


text:
Not A Member Yet? Register today and become part of the community. |
Forum announcements -- PLEASE READ Look here for the latest updates about the T675 forum |
Thread Tools | Search this Thread | Display Modes |
03-17-11, 15:39 | #1 |
Motorcycle.com Mobile App
Hi everyone,
I just wanted to let you know that the Motorcycle.com mobile app is now ready and long over due! You should be able to see it if you're logging in from your iPhone, however here is the link to it in the iTunes store. Motorcycle.com Mobile App The app will be made available for Android phone in the upcoming months. Yung |
Status: Offline
Sponsored Links | |||
Advertisement |
02-08-12, 16:00 | #2 |
Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: merrillville
Posts: 47
Thanks: 0
Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts
do they have this for android?
Status: Offline
02-08-12, 16:35 | #3 |
Junior Member
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Milton, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 127
Thanks: 0
Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts
yes they do
NOTE I had a reply here but the info is missing go figure. Last edited by GT_Hawk; 03-19-12 at 11:34. |
Status: Offline
11-09-12, 19:26 | #4 |
Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: South Bay Area, CA
Posts: 46
Thanks: 0
Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts
Just a peev that I've had with the app. I paid for it, and while the app was updating, it showed the cool icon with the motorcycle on it. But when it was done, it changed back to the FREE icon! It has been that way ever since...Even after an update came out. It's a great app tho on the go.
Status: Offline
01-21-13, 10:33 | #5 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Waldorf, MD
Posts: 1,178
Thanks: 0
Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts
Windows phone support?
BMAFRacing GP Brake Res kits - CLICK HERE ***2014 Triumph675.net OPEN Track Day @ NYST*** Reserve your spot now. They are going fast! |
Status: Offline
Sponsored Links | |
Advertisement |
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
Display Modes | |


text:
Tranglobal is really committed to ensure customer's goods are delivered, and they mean business ! For my case, i'm shipping 2 boxes of car parts, and the forwarder which i have chosen, rejected 1 box and delivered the other, and leaving the shipment hanging. Instead of pushing back the issue, TG automatically took the issue up, subscribed to another forwarder (which is more premium and cost more), and sent the remaining box over without any extra cost !
Very efficient and effective way of finding out an exact quote for my shipping need. Not like compared to alot of sites, where we need to fill out forms and wait till eternity just to get a price.
George found this review useful
Connect with Facebook to get one click access to Trustpilot. It's easier.
Sign up with Facebook


text:
Case Logic SLR Sling (Black)
Manufacturer: Case Logic Part number: DCB-308black
$50.00 at 1 online store
- CNET Editor rating: Not yet rated
- Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!
- More product information:
- User reviews
- Specifications
- Manufacturer info
- Description:
- The combination of design and quality materials of this SLR camera sling offer convenience and style for your everyday photo needs. Carry all your SLR equipment comfortably on your back - when you are ready to shoot, simply pull the sling forward to quickly access to your camera.
Where to buy
store | customer rating | inventory | tax & shipping | price |
| In stock | Enter zip code to get total price: Price +Tax +Shipping =Total price | as of 03/09/2014 |
*Total price for the Case Logic SLR Sling (Black) are estimated and may vary slightly based on exact tax, shipping, manufacturer rebate or any sale/promotion on the merchant site.


text:
I copied the oauthify proxy pipe http://pipes.yahoo.com/pipes/pipe.info?_id=EliTxvCs3RGtsl0NBhNMsA and I was able to use it to get select yql statements from the social tables that had the app security level. BUT, I wasnt able to use it to do the insert for those same tables. The pipe returned a 400 error.
BUT, when i went to http://oauthify.appspot.com/ and put in my key and secret with an insert instruction this return came up Unable to execute YQL statement, wrong HTTP verb. Allowed HTTP methods for INSERT are PUT, POST and DELETE or GET with JSONP and Crumb.
Anyone found a workaround. I recognize to use the insert might require the user level for the me, but if you put in a guid on its own, that should be sufficient for app level BUT, the tool seems inable to work with insert statements in the first place
What does your insert query look like?
Thanks -Paul
a basic insert, i realize i may need the guid to be put in straight, but INSERT INTO social.updates (guid, title, description) VALUES ("my guid", 'testing title', 'testing description')
The error is because oauthproxy doesn't support any methods other than get on the backing sources. Nor does it do jsonp. Sorry about this, I built it before insert/update were added to Yql.
Nagesh,is it possible you can help me make a version to allow for insert and update. I am not familiar with the google app engine. is your oauthify source code available
in Pipes


text:
Browse our mobile site for the best experience on your device.
Richmond's #1 For Hip Hop and R&B
Listen to 106.5 The Beat Live
Follow @1065thebeat
Steve Harvey
Big Nat
Mike Street
Sir RJ with DJ Foot
Dominique Da Diva
The Breakfast Club
The Beat Boyz
Most Recently Played
F.L.O. Submit Your Music
Music Videos
Events Calendar
Contact Us/Prize Pick Up
Join The Beat Email Click
Update Your Membership
Join us on Facebook
Follow Us On Twitter
Join The Beat Text Squad
Listen to iHeartRadio
Advertise With Us
Community Partners
Gil Scott-Heron
Gil Scott-Heron
The Best of Gil Scott-Heron [Arista]
Original Release Date: 1984
Track Listing
1. The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
2. The Bottle
3. Winter in America
4. Johannesburg
5. Ain't No Such Thing as Superman
6. Re-Ron
7. Shut 'em Down
8. Angel Dust
9. B Movie
Bernie Worrell: Synthesizer, Clavinet
Ron Carter: Bass
Gordon Goodwin: Horn
Bill Laswell: Producer, Dmx, Radio
Hubert Laws: Flute
Bill Watrous: Horn
Brian Jackson: Flute, Piano, Drums, Piano (Electric), Vocals, Producer, Keyboard Bass
Bilal Sunni Ali: Flute, Saxophone, Sax (Tenor)
Danny Bowens: Bass, Bass (Electric), Vocals
Ed Brady: Guitar
Reggi Brisbane: Percussion, Drums
Victor Brown: Bass
Malcolm Cecil: Producer, Associate Producer
Carl Cornwell: Flute, Saxophone
D. St.: Chant
A�yb Dieng: Cowbell
Tony Duncanson: Bongos, Conga, Tma
Anton Fier: Dmx
Bernard Fowler: Vocals (Background), Chant
Marlo Henderson: Guitar
Eddie Knowles: Conga
Marti McCall: Vocals (Background)
Nicky Skopelitis: Chant
Gil Scott-Heron: Guitar, Piano, Piano (Electric), Vocals, Producer
Delbert Taylor: Trumpet
Bob Thiele: Producer
Glen Turner: Organ, Harmonica, Piano, Piano (Electric), Clavinet, Synthesizer Strings
Maxine Willard Waters: Vocals (Background)
Barnett Williams: Percussion, Conga, Shakere
Tom Wilson: Associate Producer
Shevin Conway: Chant
Midnight Band: Producer
Denis Sirias: Horn
Julia Waters: Vocals (Background)
Robbie Gordon: Bass
Alvin Taylor: Drums
Kenny Powell: Drums
Kenny Sheffield: Trumpet, Flugelhorn
Bob Adams: ?, Trap Kit


text: I just wanted to burn a CD so I could listen to it in my car! When I downloaded a recent version of iTunes (not the latest, I'm installing that as we speak), I went back into iTunes to discover most of my music was gone. I tried syncing it back from my iPod but iTunes won't even register my iPod (4thGen Touch) as there. Help?


text:
Worst Football Transfers Reviews
Description:SPorts: Football / Sports Topic: Football Transfers / Moves that have not paid off ...
Newest Review: ... he was later loaned back by everton and failed to score 1 league goal, he has played for Charlton, Rangers, Ipswich and Blackburn Rovers and now Sheffield Wednesday and has only managed to score 11 league goals since 2004. Andriy Shevchenko - may 2006 Ac Milan to Chelsea for £30 Mil - Before Shevchenko's move to chelsea many believed he was the best striker in the world and you would not ... more
Customer Worst Football Transfers Reviews (2)
by - written on 09/04/10 (Very useful, 250 readings)
There has been a good fair share of money wasted on players who have never lived up to the hype. Paying money for players for foreign players in football can be a risk as you don't know how they will perform in a different league and so many times the case has been that they have under performed and not got use to the playing style. Francis Jeffers - June 2001 - Everton to Arsenal for £8 Mil - Jeffers had great Potential when he was at everton he scored around 20 goals in 60 games and scored 13 goals in 16 games for england under 21's and it wasn't long before a big club came in to make a bid and this time it was arsenal, After signing for arsenal things got ... Read the complete review
by - written on 27/05/09 (Very useful, 67 readings)
When we consider the worst football transfers of all time, every fan will be able to think of a few players their club has bought who didn't quite fit in, examples include, Massimo Taibi at Manchester United, Hernan Crespo at Chelsea and pretty much anty of a cast of thousands at poor old Newcastle, i've enclosed a list of probably the five worst transfers I can remember, some are based purely on football, although a few that Harry Redknapp bought while West Ham manager are due to far more deep seated issues. Ali Dia - This guy arrived at Southampton with a ringing endorsement from the then World footballer of the tyear, George Weah, Graeme Souness played him ... Read the complete review


text: This product belongs to: Stainless Steel Water Bottles Category: Mugs & Drinkware Subcategory: Sport Bottles Ships In: 4 - 8 business days (pending credit, art, and proof approval) Material: Steel Dimensions: 8.8 in. H X 2.8 in. D Imprint Area: 2.2 in. W X 3.0 in. H Decoration Method: PadPrint, Silkscreen Weight: 0.45lb. Make a marketing splash for your business. Use lasting water bottles! - Holds 18oz - Made of stainless steel - Has wide mouth opening - Fits most car cup holders - First color run charge is FREE Were you able to find what you were searching for? Zero Risk ShoppingLowest Price GuaranteeIf you find a lower price, we'll give you $50 off on your next order. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee If you're not happy with your order, it's FREE. On-time Shipment Guarantee If your order does not ship on time, it's FREE. Frequently Asked Questions about this ProductQ: How do I upload artwork? A: To use a graphic located on your local computer, click on the "Upload Now" button on the "Step 1: Get Your Artwork" page of the design studio. This will lead you to a new page. Click the "Browse" button and look for the file on your computer. Q: What is your Lowest Price Guarantee and how does it work? A: We guarantee that the item you are purchasing has the lowest price in the US. Be the first to find and report to email@example.com an advertised price that is lower than what you find on our site for the same product in a given Q: Why do minimum quantities differ from product to product? A: Minimum quantity requirements vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. In cases where a manufacturer's minimum order requirement exceeds your requested quantity, a Branders.com Specialist will assist you. Call us at 1-877-272-6337. Write in your question about this product: AVAILABLE COLORSCUSTOMER REVIEWS10 reviews It has a nice feel to it and is very handy. Very happy with our order. No metallic taste whatsoever. Thanks for a great experience! Very satisfied - it's a great quality item. Would be great to have a pop up sipper in addition to the twist top...easier access to drink. Met our expectations. PEOPLE WHO VIEWED THIS ALSO VIEWEDMORE UPSCALELOWER PRICELOWER MINIMUMSFASTER TURN AROUND |


text:
Audie Murphy, a Texas hero still missing one medal
tags: World War II, Texas, Audie Murphy, Texas Legislative Medal of HonorAudie Murphy, one of the most decorated soldiers of World War II, was awarded almost every ribbon and medal available. His name can be found on a commemorative postage stamp, a veterans' hospital and even the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
But Mr. Murphy's home state has never bestowed its highest military award, the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor. And for the second time in two years, an effort to give him one has fizzled.
Now family members and supporters are wondering if Mr. Murphy, who died in 1971, has been forgotten, along with other war veterans from what has been called the greatest generation.
"I'm disappointed," said Nadine Murphy Lokey, 82, Mr. Murphy's only surviving sibling. "I think they had him in the history books at one time, but they've taken him out," she said. If students do not learn about him "and people don't talk about him, well, they forget."...
comments powered by Disqus
- Historian Fernando Prado on quest to find remains of Cervantes
- Historian shines a light on the dark heart of Australia's nationhood
- Female historian says human rights museum censored her
- Japanese historians slam sex-slave apology review
- Stephanie Coontz: "Marriages require much more maturity than they once did."


text:
-- The Extreme Reunion people have booked a return date at the National Guard Armory in Philadelphia for June 30th. From the beginning, Shane Douglas and others involved have stated that this was not a reunion tour and that they were building a new promotion.
-- The plan is to use new talents along with the ECW alumni to create a new generation of sorts.
-- They company wanted to have some Lucha and Japanese talent on the April 28th event, but due to paperwork issue, that will not be happening.
-- There are also already plans in place to add additional markets outside of Philadelphia.
Reporter's Link:
100% DIRECT LINK (PHOTOS): Rihanna In A Smoking Hot Outfit! *MUST-SEE*!!


text:
Lynn Haven, Florida Dropzones
3 PRO Skydiving dropzones were found for Lynn Haven, Florida
The Jumping Place
St. Marys, GA
Located less than 2 miles from the coast, we offer the most incredible views of the North Florida/ South Georgia Coastline. Whether you're looking for Jacksonville skydiving or Savannah skydiving we should be the only choice. The Jumping Place is an incredibly safe and friendly parachuting… [read more]
Skydive Tampa Bay
Mulberry, FL
Skydive Tampa Bay, Inc. has been training students in the Tampa Bay area since 1978. We take great pride in our unbeatable safety record. Skydive Tampa Bay, Inc. employs only the best, most experienced instructors licensed by the United States Parachute Association. Many of our staff members have… [read more]
Tandemfrom $219.00
Accelerated Freefall (AFF - Level 1)from $300.00
Skydive The Farm
Rockmart, GA
Skydive The Farm is situated on a beautiful 55 acre private farm in Georgia. The landing area is spectacular, with flat, green grass and two natural swoop ponds. The hangar is new, and the facility is world class. Top it off with great vibes and great people. You have a true skydiving resort. … [read more]
Tandemfrom $179.00
Accelerated Freefall (AFF - Level 1)from $269.00
Other Skydiving Centers In Your Area
Emerald Coast Skydiving CenterElberta, AL
Skydive Opelika (Opelika Skydiving Association)Tuskeegee, AL
- Skydive Jacksonville, FL
- Skydiving Jacksonville, FL
- Skydive Orlando, FL
- Skydiving Orlando, FL
- Skydive Kissimmee, FL
- Skydiving Kissimmee, FL
- Skydive Deltona, FL
- Skydiving Deltona, FL
- Skydive Daytona Beach, FL
- Skydiving Daytona Beach, FL
- Skydive Ormond Beach, FL
- Skydiving Ormond Beach, FL
- Skydive Palm Coast, FL
- Skydiving Palm Coast, FL
- Skydive Ocala, FL
- Skydiving Ocala, FL
- Skydive Tallahassee, FL
- Skydiving Tallahassee, FL
- Skydive Panama City, FL
- Skydiving Panama City, FL
- Skydive Lynn Haven, FL
- Skydiving Lynn Haven, FL
- Skydive Pensacola, FL
- Skydiving Pensacola, FL
- Skydive Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Skydiving Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Skydive Crestview, FL
- Skydiving Crestview, FL
- Skydive Destin, FL
- Skydiving Destin, FL
- Skydive Gainesville, FL
- Skydiving Gainesville, FL
- Skydive Palm Bay, FL
- Skydiving Palm Bay, FL
- Skydive Melbourne, FL
- Skydiving Melbourne, FL
- Skydive Titusville, FL
- Skydiving Titusville, FL
- Skydive Sebastian, FL
- Skydiving Sebastian, FL
- Skydive Vero Beach, FL
- Skydiving Vero Beach, FL
- Skydive Miami, FL
- Skydiving Miami, FL
- Skydive Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Skydiving Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Skydive Pompano Beach, FL
- Skydiving Pompano Beach, FL
- Skydive Tampa, FL
- Skydiving Tampa, FL
- Skydive Clearwater, FL
- Skydiving Clearwater, FL
- Skydive Lakeland, FL
- Skydiving Lakeland, FL
- Skydive Winter Haven, FL
- Skydiving Winter Haven, FL
- Skydive Cape Coral, FL
- Skydiving Cape Coral, FL
- Skydive Fort Myers, FL
- Skydiving Fort Myers, FL
- Skydive Punta Gorda, FL
- Skydiving Punta Gorda, FL
- Skydive Naples, FL
- Skydiving Naples, FL
- Skydive Marco Island, FL
- Skydiving Marco Island, FL
- Skydive Bradenton, FL
- Skydiving Bradenton, FL
- Skydive Sarasota, FL
- Skydiving Sarasota, FL
- Skydive Venice, FL
- Skydiving Venice, FL


text:
Rebecca Skloot is the author of the #1 New York Times Bestseller, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. Her award winning science writing has appeared in The New York Times Magazine; O, The Oprah Magazine; Discover; and many other publications. She specializes in narrative science writing and has explored a wide range of topics, including goldfish surgery, tissue ownership rights, race and medicine, food politics, and packs of wild dogs in Manhattan. She has worked as a correspondent for WNYC's Radiolab and PBS's Nova ScienceNOW. She and her father, Floyd Skloot, co-edited The Best American Science Writing 2011.
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, Skloot's debut book, took more than a decade to research and write and instantly hit the New York Times best-seller list, where it has remained for more than three years since its publication. She has been featured on numerous television shows, including CBS Sunday Morning, The Colbert Report, Fox Business News, and others and was named One of Five Surprising Leaders of 2010 by the Washington Post. The Immortal Life was chosen as a best book of 2010 by more than 60 media outlets, including Entertainment Weekly, USA Today, O the Oprah Magazine, Los Angeles Times, National Public Radio, People Magazine, New York Times, and U.S. News and World Report; it was named The Best Book of 2010 by Amazon.com and a Barnes and Noble Discover Great New Writers Pick. It has won numerous awards, including the Chicago Tribune Heartland Prize for Nonfiction, the National Academies of Science Best Book of the Year award, the American Association for the Advancement of Science Best Young Adult Book award, the Wellcome Trust Book Prize, and two Goodreads Choice Awards for Best Nonfiction Book of the Year and Best Debut Author of the year. It has received widespread critical acclaim, with reviews appearing in The New Yorker, Washington Post, Science, and many others.
The Immortal Life is being translated into more than 25 languages. It is also being made into an HBO movie produced by Oprah Winfrey and Alan Ball. Skloot is the founder and president of The Henrietta Lacks Foundation, which has been featured in the New York Times.
She has a B.S. in biological sciences and an MFA in creative nonfiction. She financed her degrees by working in emergency rooms, neurology labs, veterinary morgues, and martini bars. She has taught creative writing and science journalism at the University of Memphis, the University of Pittsburgh, and New York University. She currently gives talks on subjects ranging from Bioethics to book proposals at conferences and universities nationwide.
Skloot lives in Chicago but she regularly abandons city life to write in the hills of West Virginia, where she tends to find stray animals and bring them home. She is currently working on a new book about the human animal bond.
This biography was last updated on 01/15/2014.
A note about the biographies
We try to keep BookBrowse's biographies both up to date and accurate. However, with over 2500 lives to keep track of it's inevitable that
some won't be as current or as complete as we would like. So, please help us - if the information about a particular author is out of date,
inaccurate or simply very short, and you know of a more complete source, please let us know. Authors and those connected with authors:
If you wish to make changes to your bio, please send your complete biography as you would like it displayed so that we can replace the old with the new.
Members read and review books ahead
of publication. See what they think
in First Impressions!
Visitors can view a lot of BookBrowse for free. Full access is for members only
Books thatinspire you.Handpicked.
Books you'll stay up all night reading; books that will whisk you to faraway places and times, books that will expand your mind and inspire you -- the kinds of books you just can't wait to tell your friends about.


text:
Template talk:Social and political philosophy
WikiProject Philosophy | (Rated Template-class) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Topic order[edit]
Perhaps the topics and names should be listed alphabetically instead of chronologically? Or maybe both? I'm not sure either is a good idea, I'm just curious if that would help people who know the name but not the history of philosophy (ie, where the person would stand in the order). The fact that it's chronological isn't immediately obvious as is. If there was a way to switch between alphabetical and chronological sorting (a technical possibility), that might be best. I think it should be seriously considered. Just my 2¢. I'm not sure of how that would be implemented in Wikipedia. Thoughts on either the usefulness or practicality on such an update? Anyone? CKBrown1000 talk 18:16, 14 November 2011 (UTC)
Regarding this revert, we're not supposed to have links to WikiProjects from the article namespace (this template is meant for us in the article namespace). The article namespace is meant for the readers not the editors. Emmette Hernandez Coleman (talk) 13:27, 6 April 2013 (UTC)


text:
Budget Expenditures and Revenues: An Application of Error-Correction Modelling
No abstract is available for this item.Download Info
To our knowledge, this item is not available for download. To find whether it is available, there are three options:1. Check below under "Related research" whether another version of this item is available online.
2. Check on the provider's web page whether it is in fact available.
3. Perform a search for a similarly titled item that would be available.
Bibliographic Info
Article provided by in its journal Public Finance = Finances publiques.
Volume (Year): 52 (1997)
Issue (Month): 1 ()
Pages: 125-38
Contact details of provider:
Related research
No references listed on IDEASYou can help add them by filling out this form.
Citations are extracted by the CitEc Project, subscribe to its RSS feed for this item.Cited by:
- George Vamvoukas, 2002. "Budget Deficits and Interest Rates in a Small Open," International Economic Journal, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 16(2), pages 31-36.
- Yaya Keho, 2010. "Spending Cuts or Tax Adjustments: How Can UEMOA Countries Control Their Budget Deficits?," International Journal of Business and Economics, College of Business, and College of Finance, Feng Chia University, Taichung, Taiwan, vol. 9(3), pages 233-252, December.
- Trachanas, Emmanouil & Katrakilidis, Constantinos, 2013. "Fiscal deficits under financial pressure and insolvency: Evidence for Italy, Greece and Spain," Journal of Policy Modeling, Elsevier, vol. 35(5), pages 730-749.
This item is not listed on Wikipedia, on a reading list or among the top items on IDEAS.Statistics
Access and download statisticsCorrections
When requesting a correction, please mention this item's handle: RePEc:pfi:pubfin:v:52:y:1997:i:1:p:125-38. See general information about how to correct material in RePEc.For technical questions regarding this item, or to correct its authors, title, abstract, bibliographic or download information, contact: (Christopher F. Baum).
If you have authored this item and are not yet registered with RePEc, we encourage you to do it here. This allows to link your profile to this item. It also allows you to accept potential citations to this item that we are uncertain about.
If references are entirely missing, you can add them using this form.
If the full references list an item that is present in RePEc, but the system did not link to it, you can help with this form.
If you know of missing items citing this one, you can help us creating those links by adding the relevant references in the same way as above, for each refering item. If you are a registered author of this item, you may also want to check the "citations" tab in your profile, as there may be some citations waiting for confirmation.
Please note that corrections may take a couple of weeks to filter through the various RePEc services.


text:
Business News
Intact expects to raise rates for some types of insurance in wake of harsh 2013
TORONTO - Intact Financial Corp. (TSX:IFC) says insurers will raise rates and take other measures this year to compensate for major ice storms and other catastrophic weather-related events of the past year.
Canada's largest property and casualty insurer, which offers Grey Power insurance for mature drivers, Intact home and auto coverage and commercial insurance, said it expects to push through rate increases for some its products — including homeowner insurance.
Chief executive Charles Brindamour told analysts that he was pleased Intact's operating return on equity, or ROE, beat the industry average despite paying out half a billion dollars following catastrophic events — such as the ice storms in Ontario and Quebec in December.
But he said the insurance industry generally, and Intact in particular, will be pushing through various rate, cost and business initiatives to restore their ROE, a measure of profitability.
"Overall, we expect the industry's ROE to trend back towards its long-term average of 10 per cent this year," Brindamour said in a conference call to discuss Intact's fourth-quarter and 2013 results.
He said Intact expects to do better than the industry average "and we intend to continuously improve and insulate our business from natural occurrences, to return to our historical levels of profitability."
Intact's confidence is reflected in the company's decision to announce a dividend increase for the ninth year in a row, with the payouts increasing by nine per cent to 48 cents per share starting in March.
Its customers' rates will be affected to varying degrees depending on a number of factors, such as the type of insurance and location.
For example, Intact's insurance for tenants won't change much but coverage for homeowners and some businesses will be more expensive, while rates for auto insurance in Ontario will fall this year.
Intact executives said the company started pushing through rate increases sooner than competitors but expects them to follow suit, with the pace of change perhaps quickened by the December storms.
Patrick Barbeau, who is Intact's senior vice-president for personal insurance products, said he expects personal property rate increases will be about 10 per cent or higher.
"That's pretty clear that this is flowing through the system," Barbeau said.
"We have seen, just recently, a few of (competitors) start to move with more important actions on underwriting and rates. I think the recent experience will continue to accelerate that."
His counterpart for Intact's commercial insurance lines, Alain Lessard, expected about one-quarter of Intact's commercial policyholders will see increases of about 10 per cent.
As a result, Intact's overall commercial insurance rates increased 3.8 per cent in the fourth quarter, up from a three per cent increase in the third quarter and 1.5 to 1.7 per cent in the year-earlier quarter.
"So we're seen an acceleration of the rate increases throughout the year and we expect to continue at least at that level in 2014," Lessard said.
Brindamour said Intact is also taking measures to improve its profitability without rate increases — such as reducing the amount of earthquake coverage if offers in British Columbia, and offering homeowners discounts if they take precautions.
In Ontario, where the provincial government has mandated lower rates from auto insurers, Intact will start lowering its rates by about five per cent in April.
Brindamour said Intact will be able to maintain its margins despite the lower rates because the Ontario government has brought in some concrete changes to reduce the industry's costs.
"I think the key message and the key point, though, is that further meaningful cost reduction measures are needed and we think the government gets that," Brindamour said.
Intact said Wednesday that its fourth-quarter net operating income was $143 million, down $51 million or 26 per cent from a year earlier.
Its net income fell to $107 million, or 77 cents per share, and its adjusted earnings to 88 cents per share, both down about 40 per cent.
In the fourth quarter of 2012, Intact had $177 million of net income and $1.49 of adjusted income.
— Follow @DavidPaddon on Twitter
Read more Business News
Recent Trending
- One rescued from avalancheVernon / N. Okanagan
- 2 killed in avalanche near Lake LouiseCanada
- Missing jet may have turned backWorld - 7:40 am
- Castanet's Week in ReviewKelowna - 5:00 am
- Someone is a 'Maxmillionaire' in VernonVernon / N. Okanagan
Today's Market | ||
Nasdaq | 4336.223 | -15.903 |
CDN Dollar | 0.9019 | +0.0001 |
Gold | 1337.70 | -14.00 |
Oil | 102.69 | +1.13 |
Lumber | 361.70 | +3.90 |
Natural Gas | 4.626 | -0.036 |
Okanagan Companies | ||
Pacific Safety | 0.08 | 0.00 |
Knighthawk | 0.01 | -0.015 |
QHR Technologies Inc | 1.18 | +0.02 |
Cantex | 0.05 | +0.005 |
Anavex Life Sciences | 0.42 | -0.018 |
Metalex Ventures | 0.10 | -0.02 |
Russel Metals | 29.81 | +0.14 |
Copper Mountain Mining | 2.20 | -0.09 |
Colorado Resources | 0.33 | +0.015 |
ReliaBrand Inc | 0.12 | 0.00 |
Sunrise Resources Ltd | 0.035 | +0.005 |
Mission Ready Services | 0.295 | 0.00 |
How will you pay for this today? Maybe it's time to change the way you answer this common checkout question.With more payment options than ever, consumers can find easy ways to save money, simpl...
In the razzle dazzle of Hollywood it is hard to find anyone who stands out from the crowd. The fraternity of Actors, Producers, Directors and various other technical guru's seem to live in a wo...
This past Sunday I drove from Kelowna to Powell River. For those of you who've never had to, particularly in winter, it means rising in the wee hours; managing a treacherous journey on the Coqui...


text:
The Eagle-Tribune
---- — Some folks call him two-time champ. Others call him points leader. But after Friday night's three-segment Benson Lumber and Hardware Small Block Super-modified event, everyone's now calling Haverhill's Tommy Tombarello Jr., "Moneybags."
Tombarello scored wins in two of the three 25-lap segments of the race to score an impressive win in the season's biggest race for the track's NASCAR Whelen All-American Series headline division, taking home a big bag of cash ($3,200) with the victory in the "Moneybags Special."
Tombarello, who had started on the pole after being quickest in the time trial session, led every lap in the first 25-lapper to pick up the win. Sparky MacIver was the only one close, taking runner-up honors just .2 seconds behind. Ryan Gath, Moe Lattime, Jake Stergios, Mike Murphy, Mike Spurling, Mike Netishen, Ricky Wolf, and Leslie Keyser were the rest of the top 10.
On a hot streak of late, Murphy, also of Haverhill, was the man to beat in the second 25-lap segment, quickly making his way to the front and running off to collect his first career Small Block checkered flag.
With the Moneybags championship on the line, Tombarello once again got the job done in the third and final segment, taking down his second checkered flag of the night in the Ed and Bob Witkum-owned entry.
Patrick Stewart was first out of the gate to grab the early lead in the Prime Warehouse and Storage Late Model Sportsman main, but he got turned around just three laps in and collected Bobby Melvin, who caught some air time as the pair tangled to bring out the first yellow of the event.
After some early problems, knocking several races out of the lead group in the Prime Warehouse and Storage Late Model Sportsman main event, Jimmy Russell quickly made his way to the front, and he opened up a big advantage over the next several laps. Caution-free the rest of the way, Alby Ovitt was in pursuit and gaining ground in the late going, but the laps ran out before he could catch the leader.
Russell went on to post his first win of the 2013 campaign..
Evan Horvath brought the Ironman field to the green flag, and 15 laps later he led them to the checkers, picking up his first win of the season at the finish. Travis Hollins, Zach Washburn, Wayne Osborne, and Tyler Mitchell finished up the top five.
Round three of the DJB Truck Series for the Ekeys 4 Cars Northeast Classic Lites saw George Helliwell return to action and his winning ways with a late-race pass to pick up the win, with Steve Dickey, Jr. and Eddie Gilman rounding out the podium.
Newcomer trio prevail in Hudson
Three drivers picked their first wins of the season at Hudson Speedway on Saturday. Chris Jacobson, Dean Wendell and Heath Tourtellotte all scored their first wins of the 2013 racing season.
Tourtellotte won the Rookie Stock main.
The strong cars of Roger Tanquay, Scott Duval and Chad Wendell were all nose to tail right behind Tortellotte for most of the race waiting for a mistake by Tourtellotte but is wasn't to be as Tourtellotte ran a smooth race and finished with Tanguay just a car- length behind.
Wendell won the Outlaw Sportsman main and Chris Jacobson won the Roadrunner feature.
Mikayla Lord won the B and L Used Auto Parts Thunder Lights. John Driscoll won the Spectator Drags. Brian Harron won the Spectator Race. And Josh Adie won the Flagpole Race.
On July 28, Hudson Speedway host the Outlaw Sportsman, New England V-6 Modifieds, B and L Used Auto Parts Thunder Lights, Roadrunners, Rookie Stocks, Spectator Race, Spectator Drags and Flagpole Race. Gates open at 4 p.m. and the first race is slated for 6 p.m. For more info please visit www.hudsonspeedway.info


text:
As part of TSN's countdown to the 2012 NHL Draft, TSN.ca is providing reports for all seven Canadian teams going into the big event on Friday. Our coverage continues with the Winnipeg Jets.
General Manager: Kevin ChevaldayoffTop Draft Position: No. 9 OverallRecent First Round Picks: C Mark Scheifele (2011), C Alexander Burmistrov (2010), C Evander Kane (2009), D Zach Bogosian (2008), C Daultan Leveille (2008), C Bryan Little (2006), LW Alex Bourret (2005).Overview: The Jets' big splash at the 2011 draft came when the team announced its new moniker. Chevaldayoff got a huge round of applause when he announced that the Winnipeg Jets would be selecting seventh overall and then promptly took Barrie Colts centre Mark Scheifele. Scheifele would step up immediately, pouring in four goals in five preseason tilts before making the team out of training camp. His opening stint was brief, however, as he was returned to Barrie after scoring just once in seven regular season games. He would post 63 points in 47 games with Barrie and earn a bronze medal with Canada at the 2012 World Junior Championship. Beyond Scheifele, the team's prospect cupboard is largely dominated by pieces inherited in its move from Atlanta. The Jets have some very solid young players that have dipped their feet into NHL waters, including forward Patrice Cormier (a holdover from the Ilya Kovalchuk trade) and forward Carl Klingberg. The rest of the recent crop of high picks from the Thrashers era are – for the most part - already key contributing members of the team. Evander Kane broke out in his third NHL season to hit the 30-goal plateau for the first time. Zach Bogosian remains a two-way threat, notching a career-high 30 points to go with his solid and often punishing defensive game. Short Term Needs: With the ninth overall pick, the team could be well situated to add an impact defender that could be NHL-ready in the next few years. While they might miss out on the cream of the crop – players like Ryan Murray and Mathew Dumba – it is not inconceivable that a strong blue line prospect like Morgan Rielly, Griffin Reinhart, Jacob Trouba or Cody Ceci is available when the Jets take to the podium. The team's top four is strong right now with the likes of Dustin Byfuglien, Tobias Enstrom and Bogosian, but strength on defence is something most NHL teams can never have enough of.Long Term Needs: First and foremost, the Jets need to stock their cupboards with quality prospects. Beyond the likes of Scheifele, Cormier, Klingberg and big Russian centre Ivan Telegin, the organization's depth could use another boost. The Jets could also use another Top 6 forward to take the weight off Kane's shoulders.Prospect Watch From Scott Cullen: Mark Scheifele was a surprise pick, then earned a spot on the Jets' opening night roster, sticking around for seven games before returning to junior, where he performed well with Barrie of the Ontario Hockey League. Scheifele has good size and with more strength may be ready for a full-time job with the Jets next season. 21-year-old winger Carl Klingberg had a solid, if unspectacular, first full season in North America, garnering a six-game look with the Jets. He may not have high-end offensive upside, but should develop into a steady two-way performer. Skilled blueliner Paul Postma has 89 points in 125 AHL games over the last two season and there's little doubt that he has the puck skills to be a factor on an NHL power play. There have long been questions about whether the lanky defenceman is strong enough but, after three years in the AHL, he should get a long look with the Jets next season.
Craig & Matt talk Ehlers, Fiala, Pastrnak and the most competitive players in the draft. Craig recommends a coach for Canada's 2015 World Jr. team.
World Junior preview: undrafted players to watch from all countries. Plus, Oshawa GM Jeff Twohey talks Scott Laughton and Michael Dal Colle.
Craig and Matt talk Perlini, Reinhart, Ritchie, Mattson and more. Todd Gill joins us to chat Bennett, McKeown and Watson.
2013-14 CS Mid-Term Rankings
North American: Skaters | Goaltenders
European: Skaters | Goaltenders
2013-14 CS November Players To Watch
Full List
ISS regularly feature and ranks the top NHL draft eligible players from the CHL, NCAA and Europe.
Latest Rankings - Feb. 14
The Colorado Avalanche took Nathan MacKinnon first overall at the NHL draft, while Seth Jones was taken fourth by Nashville. Check out all the picks on TSN.ca.
NHL Draft Tracker: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7


text:
Download Preview | Edit or add effects |
by augeanstable, Stock Photo 3642
house, home, condo, kitchen, bar stools, seat, chair, vacation home, interior, beach house, entry way,
Made with love in NYC.
Bigstock and Big Stock Photo are registered trademarks of Shutterstock. Bigstockphoto is a trademark of Shutterstock.
© 2004-2014 All rights reserved - Bigstock®


text:
Google advertisers howl over 'sudden quality score drop'
For the second time in a month, Google advertisers are complaining of a sudden drop in "quality scores" on the company's AdWords platform, and some say this is forcing them to pay more for the same ad placements. In an email to The Register, a Google spokesman said that at this point, the company "believes" that current …
Instant link?
Given that Quality score is based on how long Google users stay on destination sites and how likely they are to click on sites in the results, it might seem that Google Instant and/ or Instant Preview are messing things up; either through Instant Preview pulling realtime pages through and/or Google Instant serving up masses of irrelevant results as a consumer types in a search phrase.
Either way, the timing is... coincidental, at best.
how could they possibly know
how long you stayed on a destination site, without serious tracking. Presumably noscript blocking everything google related would cause issues with it.
Doesnt seem to work both ways, though
And yet, strangely, the same bug is not affecting my ad revenue form my website -- ie, I'm not getting paid more per click, though the advertisers are being charged more. I'm sure Google are still working as hard to fix it as they would have done had the problem been reversed, though...
I agree with the lack in increase from adsense.
Like the poster above pointed out, I'm not receiving any more from my adsene clicks.
I only made $598395495 while I slept instead of the hoped for $958934563.
Happened to me too
Quality scores dropped from 7/10 to 3 or 4/10 in late october, even for keywords with a 10% clickthrough rate (yes, 10%). Regardless of what Google say, it IS affecting ad placement; ads that were regularly placed at #3 or 4 are now right at the bottom for the same bid.
For me, this effective doubling of prices makes Adwords pretty much 'not worth it'; I'm going to pause all campaigns for a while and see what the effect is on new business over the next few months, as well as reevaluating other methods of online advertising.
Google are well aware of their massive market share but it would do them good to remember that they're not a real monopoly... yet.
Yay, I got quoted in a Reg article :p
Im putting my money on it being a bug in a monthly batch process, it happend last month on the third weekend in the month, same this month. Of course the cynical among us could just assume that google are shafting us for more money because they can.
Do no evil
Google in "we bump up price of advertising shock", in other news "bears crap in the woods".
When are people going to realise that google has a virtual monopoly, on a platform that is completely closed and unregulated? You can't see how quality score is calculated, and google can change without advice or warning, you have no visibility of others bids, and you can be rated lower instantly.
This is google's business and a small change increasing the cpc by even 2% probably makes google millions. Don't expect them to play nicely and you will be fine.
It's the reason I don't like google, and don't really want to support any product they sell.
"a bug in the system that seemed to drive quality scores down in late October"
A bug that mysteriously drives up revenues in October? I can imagine how urgently they're looking at that!
Hmm, I see the problem.
User: "Loads of money on the table."
Google: "Hmm, we'd better tweak our 'scraping it over the edge and shovelling it into our pockets' algorithm again then."


text:
Global Search Group Jobs in Illinois
1 Global Search Group jobs in Illinois found on Monster.
Cost Accounting Manager Location Springfield, IL area Position Summary: Responsible for all cost functions of the Plant including all duties associated with the monthly financial close, maintaining a strong internal control environment, maintaining accuracy of the Physical Inventory, etc. This position will also provide analytical support to Plant Controller, helping identify areas of opportunity...
Sponsored results
Over 483 Local Jobs Now Hiring In Your Area. $18-$87/Hr - Apply Today!
1) Enter Name & State - Search Free! 2)$22 Buys Full Arrest Records Now
Didn't find the right job at Global Search Group in Illinois?
We'll keep looking and send you new jobs that match this search.
Popular Global Search Group Job Searches
Popular Articles
Best-Paying Work-from-Home Jobs
It's easier than ever to work from home. Of course, not every job is a mobile job, and some companies aren't interested in having their employees work from home.
2013 Marketing Jobs Outlook
The US may be facing another year of anemic hiring overall, but that won't be the case in the high-orbit world of multichannel, digital media marketing.


text:
We put Aliens vs. Predator alongside its film inspirations.
Survivor Mode asks, "How long can your head stay attached to your body."
Watch Some Aliens Be Real JerksClassic title with all three campaigns on sale for $4.99, but no multiplayer for now.
Read NewsWe preview the upcoming Aliens vs. Predator shooter for 360 and PlayStation 3.
Read Preview


text:
Digital Health Issues
Pres. Obama Urged to Address Privacy Bill of Rights; Dozens of NGOs support call for comprehensive privacy safeguards
Submitted by demedia on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 15:50More than 40 groups sent a letter to President Obama today on the second anniversary of the Administration's promise it would seek a new "Consumer Privacy Bill of Rights." Although the President said in 2012 that "we can't wait" for such new safeguards, so far the Administration has failed to deliver proposed legislative language. Civil rights, civil liberties, consumer, privacy and child advocacy groups signed t
Candy Crush IPO: " We collect and store significant amounts of information about our players... PII and Non-PII"
Submitted by demedia on Tue, 02/18/2014 - 17:30The IPO SEC filings help provide a roadmap for privacy and consumer advocates, as well as regulators. Read some of the telling practices found in the new IPO filed by the creators of Candy Crush and other games. Excerpt:
"We collect and store significant amounts of information about our players—both personally identifying and non-personally identifying information...Civil Society groups ask White House inquiry on Big Data, announced as part of new NSA policies, to include public comment
Submitted by demedia on Mon, 02/10/2014 - 17:42This letter was sent today to John Holdren, the director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, and was signed by 25 groups. It calls on the White House to include a public comment period as part of its current 90-day "Big Data" review announced by the President during his speech on NSA reforms. It coincides as well with a meeting planned today on the issue led by John Podesta.
U.S. NGOs Call on the EU to Support Data Privacy
Submitted by demedia on Thu, 10/17/2013 - 12:0823 US Public Interest Groups Back European Union Data Protection Regulation
WASHINGTON – A coalition of 23 US consumer, privacy and public interest groups today wrote the European Parliament expressing strong support for the proposed European Data Protection Regulation because "we believe that the promotion of stronger privacy standards in Europe will benefit consumers around the globe."
NPR and Ctr for Investigative Reporting powerful video on threats to privacy
Submitted by demedia on Mon, 09/30/2013 - 21:24Groups Ask the FTC to Take a Closer Look at How Facebook's Recent Proposed Privacy Changes Will Negatively Impact Teens
Submitted by demedia on Tue, 09/17/2013 - 15:31
Washington, DC: Over 20 public health, media, youth, and consumer advocacy groups sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) today objecting to Facebook's recent proposed changes to its privacy policy. The groups raised concerns about the potential negative impact of these changes on teens.
CDD Praises EU Action on Google Privacy: Time for US companies to stop stealing other peoples' data
Submitted by demedia on Tue, 04/02/2013 - 15:12Global consumers, including in the U.S., should be grateful that a joint legal action by 6 European privacy regulators against Google seeks to protect their privacy. France, United Kingdom, Italy, Netherlands, Germany and Spain are the Data Protection authorities involved.
Leading Consumer, Privacy, Child Advocacy & Public Health Groups Call on FTC Chair to Appoint "Pro-Consumer" and "Independent of Industry" BCP Director
Submitted by demedia on Tue, 03/19/2013 - 12:16This letter was sent today to new FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez by three-dozen NGOs--including the national leaders in the consumer and privacy fields.
US Consumer, Privacy and Civil Liberties Group Urge Obama Adm to Consult with Civil Society and Support EU Data Protection Proposals
Submitted by demedia on Mon, 02/04/2013 - 17:14This letter was sent today to top Obama Administration officials.
Consumer, Health, Religious, Parents and Privacy Groups call on FTC to Protect Kids Privacy and Update COPPA Rules
Submitted by demedia on Thu, 12/13/2012 - 11:32FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 13, 2012


text:
Hotel Bambou
Travel Blogs from Trois-Ilets
Will the rain never end?!
Trois-Ilets was described in our somewhat meagre and outdated LP guidebook as the premier tourist destination of Martinique - hence why we had thus far avoided it. However, looking for new destinations following our thwarted attempt to make it to St Lucia, we decided to give it a try. Indeed, there were more shops, eateries and upmarket resorts …
... so we went down there a few times. We found an Indian Restaurant which was nice with great food, and a cool little bar with really cheap beer. We also went down to the Beach Resort which we have access to. The lunch menu there is quite cheap but dinner is expensive so when we didn't eat out we had food at the hotel as they do awesome veggie roti's!!!! We did get a free meal at the Beach Resort though. It was obviously a time share thing ...
Uncle Ian takes us in
... and get some happy hour cocktails in. We had about 10 minutes to get there and it was amazing that Jacob managed to get us there in one piece with about 30 seconds to spare! So with a table full of cocktails we sat and watched the sun set. We even managed to spot Illusion with the new crew members, I was feeling very relaxed at this stage, so happily waved to the suckers from the shore. It was a great sunset and delicious cocktails but by this stage ...
"Last Pirate on the lsland"
Sunday was originally going to be a trip to Dennery for the annual "Fish Festival" I read about online but none of the locals seemed to know about it or even remotely recommended a day trip to the small fishing village – very strange. So instead we caught the champagne brunch at the resort and went exploring. We checked out the beach first (who wouldn't?). The sand was white and soft and the water unbelievably clear and blue/green. We exchanged ...
Back to France
Ness - We sailed across to Martinique which took about 5 hours and anchored in a little bay, Grande Anse. We had previously driven to this bay (with Andy and Simon) but it was the first time for the new crew. At this stage we had picked up another crew member taking the total to eight, Cliff. He was an older American guy that had decided to give up smoking and thought sailing would help distract him. He smoked about 40 cigarettes a day and he was using a plastic inhaler ...
More great choices in Trois-Ilets
Search for more deals in Trois-Ilets
Rained for three days - I suppose they can't help that. But the breakfast was awful - lots of stale bread and birds flying around the dining area constantly pecking at your food! Also loud crickets make it hard to sleep and the air con was dodgy!
Would have been better with kitchenettes built into the rooms.
There are some far nicer places to stay on this island for a similar price.This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.