text:
The post Catheter Connections' DualCap Product Fails to Disinfect in Independent Study appeared first on Curos.]]>
"These results are not surprising, given the design of the Catheter Connections' product and its place of manufacture," said Bob Rogers, CEO of Ivera Medical. "To speculate on a single reason for their disinfection failure would be a mistake, as there are many possible reasons. One possible reason is their design may prevent alcohol from coming into contact with the portion of a male luer connector most likely to be contaminated, its tip. Ironically, the company has touted this as a strength of its design, but this independent study proves otherwise. Another possible reason may be that some of the components and assemblies used in Catheter Connections' products are made in China, and appear to be of inconsistent quality. Other possible factors include the use of significantly less alcohol than we use in our Curos Tips. We are analyzing the test results and evaluating their design further to assess other potential reasons the Catheter Connections product failed to disinfect in accordance with its claims."
The testing protocol developed by the independent laboratory included inoculating the surface of the tip of the male luer with Staphylococcus aureus. Curos Tips and the Catheter Connections DualCap Dark Blue Male Disinfection Cap were then used on the inoculated male luer connectors in accordance with the instructions for use for each device. Performance was measured against the clinical claims of the product, as stated in publicly available FDA 510(k) documents. Accordingly, a 5-minute dwell time was used for the Catheter Connections cap and a 3-minute dwell time was used for Curos Tips.
The independent laboratory found that the Catheter Connections cap did not consistently meet basic disinfection standards requiring a 4 Log reduction on one of the most important microorganisms, Staphylococcus aureus, a bacteria implicated in a wide variety of healthcare challenges. Despite a significantly shorter dwell time, Curos Tips exceeded the disinfection requirements, confirming that Curos Tips puts the alcohol where it is needed to be effective. The actual test results are reproduced in the following chart:
Organism – Staphylococcus aureus
Catheter Connections DualCap: 600DB
Lot No.: 1404015
|Sample #
|5-Min DualCap Samples
|Log Reduction
Organism – Staphylococcus aureus
Ivera Tips: 003-300 Rev. H
Lot No.: IMC003-071114-08
|Sample #
|3-Min Ivera Tip Cap Samples
|Log Reduction
Mr. Rogers noted that "Two key questions arise from these findings. The first question is how did Catheter Connections obtain FDA 510(k) clearance for this device as a disinfection product? I speculate that the results Catheter Connections would have had to provide to the FDA were the results of disinfection tests conducted by only inoculating the exterior portion of male luers away from the point most likely to be contaminated, the exposed tip of the post. Second, it is known some or all of Catheter Connections' products or components are manufactured in China. How does Catheter Connections certify the quality of the components, including the IPA used?"
Complete Study
The post Catheter Connections' DualCap Product Fails to Disinfect in Independent Study appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post Slideshare: The Importance of Hospital Disinfection appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post Slideshare: The Importance of Hospital Disinfection appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post The effect of 70% isopropyl alcohol port protection on central venous catheter related infection in patients on home parenteral nutrition appeared first on Curos.]]>
Safe and reliable central venous access is essential for the delivery of home parenteral nutrition (HPN). Catheter hub contamination is key in the development of central venous catheter related bloodstream infection (CRBSI). Effective disinfection relies upon a number of variables; contact time of disinfectant, method of disinfection, and for the disinfectant to have dried before accessing the system. Port protection caps could eliminate these variables as well as providing a physical barrier to the hub during infusion free periods. This study aimed to assess the effect of a 70% IPA port protector (Curos®) on CRBSI rates and organisms responsible for infection in HPN patients, and evaluate patient acceptability and compliance with the product.
The port protector was demonstrated to HPN patients (n=285) during routine clinic visits. Patients were asked to continue actively disinfecting the hub with 2% chlorhexidine in 70% isopropyl after removal of the Curos®, immediately before accessing the system. All patients used Vygon Bionector™. Infection rates and organisms responsible for the year preceding introduction of the Curos® were compared with infection rates in the following year that the product was gradually introduced. Patient satisfaction was determined at follow up. Compliance was determined by visual confirmation and stock requested from homecare provider
The monthly infection rate pre Curos® ranged from 1.21-2.12/1000 catheter days, (mean 1.36). In the implementation year it was 0.23-1.18/1000 catheter days (mean 0.47). The difference was significant p<0.001. See Figure 1. The number and type of organisms responsible is shown in Figure 2. Only 2 patients (0.7%) declined using product, 1 who doesn't use needlefree connectors (26 yrs HPN, 1 CRBSI), and 1 who "couldn't see the point" (14 yrs HPN, 0 CRBSI). 1 patient (0.4%) found it uncomfortable and difficult to apply. All others (99.6%) were extremely happy with the product. Only 2 (0.7%) patients were non-compliant.
Figure 1. Infection rates pre and post introduction of Curos®
Figure 2. Number and type of organisms responsible for CRBSI
The introduction of passive disinfection with a 70% IPA port protector was associated with a significant reduction in CRBSI. As patients were instructed to also actively disinfect with 2% chlorhexidine in 70% IPA it is not clear whether the efficacy of the product was due to the continuous contact with isopropyl alcohol or the physical protection the protector affords.
The post The effect of 70% isopropyl alcohol port protection on central venous catheter related infection in patients on home parenteral nutrition appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post Major Medical Association Includes Need for Port Protectors to Fight Infections appeared first on Curos.]]>
The new guidelines include the use of "an antiseptic-containing hub/connector cap/port protector to cover connectors," for hospitals "where there are ongoing opportunities for improvement." The evidence provided for this guideline received the highest level available (Category I) from the authors, citing a peer-reviewed study by Sweet et al, which featured the benefits they found by using Curos port protectors.
"We are pleased to see the guidelines from a group with SHEA's reputation and clout; and, it is yet another sign that we are moving towards a standard of care," said Bob Rogers, CEO of Ivera. "Curos is the market leader for several reasons and we are proud of the lengthy reference list of hospitals using Curos. This type of endorsement provides many facilities with the encouragement they might need to implement recent technological advances."
Curos, which unlike other port protectors, has FDA 510 (k) clearance for disinfection in just 3 minutes and up to 7 days if the cap is not removed, is the leader in alcohol disinfection caps, with its Curos Port Protectors, Curos for Tego®, and Curos Tips™ for male luers. "Although many hospitals are making great strides in improving their disinfection protocols, and we are proud to play a significant role here, the data suggests that most hospitals still have important progress to make. Our commitment is to continue to work with hospitals to share best practices through our proprietary clinical integration process, and continue our product innovation to provide hospitals the help they need," said Mr. Rogers.
The post Major Medical Association Includes Need for Port Protectors to Fight Infections appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post HEN programs report better safety, fewer adverse events appeared first on Curos.]]>
Member hospitals participating in the Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS') Hospital Engagement Network (HEN) have made significant improvements in patient safety and saved 15,000 lives, prevented 560,000 patient injuries, and saved $4 billion in healthcare-related spending.
In addition HEN participants prevented 23,105 harmful or undesirable hospital-related events and readmissions, according to data released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). More than 3,700 hospitals are operating within 26 HENs at the hospital system, state, regional, or national level.
The goal of the networks is to help identify solutions already working and disseminate them to other hospitals and providers.
HENs develop learning collaboratives for hospitals, provide a wide array of initiatives and activities to improve patient safety, conduct intensive training programs to help hospitals make patient care safer, and provide technical assistance to help hospitals achieve quality measurement goals. (More information about HEN is available online at http://tinyurl.com/me676qr .)
UnitedHealthcare was selected in 2010 to serve as an HEN. Data from UHC's Clinical Data Base/Resource Manager indicate that since 2010, more than 90 UHC HEN participants avoided harmful events and their associated costs by reducing readmission rates and the incidence of hospital-acquired infections, which resulted in shorter hospital stays, fewer hospital visits, and better-quality care, says Cathleen Krsek, MSN, MBA, RN, FAAN, senior director of quality operation with the UHC HEN in Chicago.
To achieve the improvements, UHC's HEN members have spent the last three years implementing performance improvement strategies to meet two primary goals of the initiative: reducing hospital-acquired conditions by 40% and hospital readmissions by 20% by the end of 2014.
"I think it's been successful because of the focus on these adverse events with our members," Krsek says. "These are issues that they have been working on for a long time, but the added focus and the targeted data we have presented to them has brought it to the forefront of their priorities."
UHC HEN members have decreased Medicare 30-day all-cause readmission rates by 6.3% and have seen significant reductions in the incidence of adverse drug events, device-related infections, injuries related to falls and immobility, obstetrical adverse events, and surgical site infections. Participating hospitals also have implemented successful patient engagement programs that have personalized patient experiences and have established new data structures and proactive processes to help keep patients from returning to the hospital, Krsek says.
Member hospitals have credited their successes to the improvement collaboratives, educational sessions, and conferences offered by UHC, as well as the opportunities UHC provides for networking with other members and learning about hundreds of case studies and healthcare improvement stories.
"Risk managers get involved when the issues being addressed include a sentinel event, such as a fall with a severe injury," Krsek says. "Quality leaders usually lead the efforts that come out of the HEN."
Krsek says the success of UHC's HEN is due in part to UHC's Performance Intelligence program, which offers an extensive suite of performance solutions to academic medical centers and their community hospital partners nationwide.
Similar positive results are being reported from hospitals that are part of the HEN of VHA, which is a national network of not-for-profit health care organizations based in Irving, TX. VHA recently announced that the 182 hospitals participating in its HEN have achieved significant improvements in patient safety and quality care.
HEN participants strive to improve their performance by 40% in specific areas, and VHA's HEN hospitals have met or exceeded that improvement goal in two areas of focus. They are making strong progress in four other areas of focus. These are the achievements so far:
• surgical site infections (SSI): 39% decrease in abdominal hysterectomy standardized infection ratio (SIR).
VHA's HEN results are based on April 2014 data and confirmed by the Partnership for Patients evaluation contractor, explains Keith Kosel, PhD, MHSA, MBA, vice president and program director for VHA's HEN. The evaluation contractor used measures with at least 60% of VHA's HEN hospitals reporting data.
"It is gratifying to see the results our HEN hospitals are achieving, and it builds on our long-standing commitment to help hospitals improve their performance," Kosel says. "We hope that our overall network's results inspire hospitals that are not currently in a Hospital Engagement Network to join."
VHA's HEN has provided more than 4,000 individualized performance improvement coaching sessions and 1,000 on-site visits to help its network of hospitals work through any obstacles to improvement, Kosel says. In addition, VHA has hosted more than 200 educational events that have attracted more than 13,500 participants.
Sources: Keith Kosel, PhD, MHSA, MBA, Vice President & Program Director, Health Engagement Network, VHA, Irving, TX. Telephone: (972) 830-000. Email: firstname.lastname@example.com. Cathleen Krsek, MSN, MBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Director of Quality Operations, Health Engagement Networks, UnitedHealthcare, Chicago. Phone: (312) 775-4238. Email: firstname.lastname@example.com.
The post HEN programs report better safety, fewer adverse events appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post Cleveland Clinic identifies risk of catheter related bloodstream infection among Bariatrics patients appeared first on Curos.]]>
For more information on this research see: Bariatric Surgery Complications Leading to Small Bowel Transplant: A Report of 4 Cases. Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, 2014;38(4):513-517.
Source: Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week, June 29, 2014
The post Cleveland Clinic identifies risk of catheter related bloodstream infection among Bariatrics patients appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post A Significant Decline in Central Line-Associated Blood Stream Infections Using Alcohol-Impregnated Port Protectors at a Large Non-Profit Acute Care Hospital appeared first on Curos.]]>
Barbara Danielson, BSN, RN, CIC, Texas Health
Sharon Williamson, MT(ASCP)SM, CIC, Texas Health Resources
Gurminder Kaur, MSN, RN, CIC, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
Noreen Johnson, BSN, RN, CIC, Texas Health
Carolinas HealthCare System, Charlotte, NC
An increase in the incidence of hospital wide Central line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSIs) rate was identified in 2011. Consequently, a Task Force was created in early 2012 to review Central Line (CL) insertion and maintenance practices and identify potential opportunities for improvement for CLABSI reduction. Various evidence-based strategies were trialed and implemented by the task force at different intervals. However, a significant reduction was achieved after the implementation of alcohol-impregnated port protectors (AIPPs).
A retrospective CLABSI review showed an average time of 14 days from insertion to infection, indicating suboptimal maintenance as the primary contributor. Whereas, CL insertion practices were found to be optimal. A CL maintenance gap analysis concluded that 13% staff did not scrub the hub of the catheter with alcohol for a full 15 seconds before accessing. All other line maintenance practices observed were ≥96% compliant. Previously, the hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) saw a 40% decrease in their CLABSI rate in 2011 after implementation of AIPPs. Hence, AIPPs use was enforced for all lines beginning November 1st, 2012.
In the first 10 months of hospital wide AIPPs use, CLABSI rates decreased by 68% compared to the 10 months prior to AIPPs use. This process improvement step was significant in reducing house wide CLABSIs, as well as increasing staff satisfaction and impacting cost. The Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) for the said period, calculated by dividing the number of observed CLABSI by the number of expected (based on CDC national benchmarks) decreased from 0.85 (15% below the national benchmark) to 0.27 (73% below the national benchmark) achieving a CLABSI SIR of below <0.30 as per established organizational goal.
Relying on prior experience with AIPPs in the NICU helped us expand the practice to the adult population and produce significant improvement. The implementation of AIPPs significantly reduced the rates of CLABSIs in our acute care facility by eliminating the need to scrub the hub, and by improving the quality of disinfection. Furthermore, this measure resulted in tremendous cost savings, increased nursing staff satisfaction, and strengthening our continuous movement towards eliminating CLABSIs at the hospital.
The post A Significant Decline in Central Line-Associated Blood Stream Infections Using Alcohol-Impregnated Port Protectors at a Large Non-Profit Acute Care Hospital appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post 2014 Update to the SHEA compendium includes the use of Disinfecting Port Protectors appeared first on Curos.]]>
A link to the site is: http://www.jstor.org/stable/full/10.1086/676533
The post 2014 Update to the SHEA compendium includes the use of Disinfecting Port Protectors appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post More than 750 hospitals face Medicare crackdown on patient injuries appeared first on Curos.]]>
A quarter of the nation's hospitals — those with the worst infection and injury rates — will lose 1 percent of every Medicare payment for a year starting in October. In April, federal officials released a preliminary analysis of which hospitals would be assessed, identifying 761. When Medicare sets final penalties later this year, that list may change, because the government will be looking at performance over a longer period than it used to calculate the draft penalties.
The sanctions, estimated to total $330 million over a year, kick in at a time when most infections measured in hospitals are on the decline, but are still too common. In 2012, one out of every eight patients nationally suffered a potentially avoidable complication during a hospital stay, the government estimates. Even infections that are waning are not decreasing fast enough to meet targets set by the government. Meanwhile, new strains of antibiotic-resistant bacteria are making infections much harder to cure.
Dr. Clifford McDonald, a senior adviser at the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, said the worst performers "still have a lot of room to move in a positive direction."
Medicare's penalties are going to hit some types of hospitals harder than others, according to an analysis of the preliminary penalties conducted for Kaiser Health News by Dr. Ashish Jha, a professor at the Harvard School of Public Health. Publicly owned hospitals and those that treat large portions of low-income patients are more likely to be assessed penalties. So are large hospitals, ones in cities and those in the West and Northeast. Preliminary penalties were assigned to more than a third of hospitals in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, the District of Columbia, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Wisconsin and Wyoming, Medicare records show.
"We want hospitals focused on patient safety, and we want them laser-focused on eliminating patient harm," said Dr. Patrick Conway, chief medical officer of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
The biggest impact may be on the nation's major teaching hospitals: 54 percent were marked for preliminary penalties, Jha found. The reasons for such high rates of complications in these elite hospitals are being intensely debated. Leah Binder, CEO of the Leapfrog Group, a patient safety organization, said academic medical centers have such a diverse mix of specialists and competing priorities of research and training residents that safety is not always at the forefront. Nearly half of the teaching hospitals — 123 out of 266 in Jha's analysis — had low enough rates to avoid penalties.
The government takes into account the size of the hospital, the location where the patient was treated and whether it is affiliated with a medical school when calculating infection rates. But the Association of American Medical Colleges and some experts question whether those measures are precise enough. "Do we really believe that large academic medical centers are providing such drastically worse care, or is it that we just haven't gotten our metrics right?" Jha said. "I suspect it's the latter."
In addition, there may be little difference in the performance between hospitals that narrowly draw penalties and those that barely escape them. That is because the health law requires Medicare to punish the worst-performing quarter of the nation's hospitals each year, even if they have been improving.
The Hospital-Acquired Condition Reduction Program, created by the 2010 health law, is the third of the federal health law's major mandatory pay-for-performance programs. The first levies penalties against hospitals with high readmission rates, and the second awards bonuses or penalties based on two dozen quality measures. Both are in their second year. When all three programs are in place this fall, hospitals will be at risk of losing up to 5.4 percent of their Medicare payments.
In the first year of the HAC penalties, Medicare will look at three measures. One is the frequency of bloodstream infections in patients with catheters inserted into a major artery to deliver antibiotics, nutrients, chemotherapy or other treatments. The second is the rates of infections from catheters inserted into the bladder to drain urine. Both those assessments will be based on infections during 2012 and 2013.
Finally, Medicare will examine a variety of avoidable safety problems in patients that occurred from July 2011 through June 2013, including bedsores, hip fractures, blood clots and accidental lung punctures. Over the next few years, Medicare will also factor in surgical site infections and infection rates from two germs that are resistant to antibiotic treatments: Clostridium difficile, known as C. diff, and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, known as MRSA.
Nationally, rates of some infections are decreasing. Catheter-related infections, for instance, dropped 44 percent between 2008 and 2012. Still, the CDC estimates that in 2011, about 648,000 patients — 1 in 25 — picked up an infection while in the hospital, and 75,000 died.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO); June 22, 2014
The post More than 750 hospitals face Medicare crackdown on patient injuries appeared first on Curos.]]>
The post CDC central-line bloodstream infection prevention efforts produced net benefits of at least $640 million during 1990–2008 appeared first on Curos.]]>
Multiple national efforts focus on eliminating central line–associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs), which are a key source of patient harm. Prior investigations have shown that although avoidance of these costly infections results in overall health care savings, hospitals may actually earn more from private payer reimbursements for patients that develop CLABSI. This study adapted a historical economic model to estimate the net benefits of preventing CLABSI in Medicare and Medicaid patients in intensive care units. From 1990 to 2008, approximately 50,000 CLABSIs were avoided in these patients, resulting in net savings ranging from $640 million to $1.8 billion for the federal government. This translates into a per dollar rate of return on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention investments between $3.88 and $23.85. These numbers may all be underestimates since only patients in intensive care units were included, and many patients with CLABSI are in other hospital wards. This study provides support for the business case for patient safety efforts.
PubMed citation
Available at
The post CDC central-line bloodstream infection prevention efforts produced net benefits of at least $640 million during 1990–2008 appeared first on Curos.]]>


text:
Don't-Miss Business Hardware Stories
HP announces new business-friendly ProBook laptops
Hewlett-Packard on Monday kicked off a series of upcoming PC announcements with new ProBook 400 series laptops, including a 15.6-inch model with a touchscreen.
Pentagon clears BlackBerry Z10 and Samsung Galaxy S4
Struggling BlackBerry gets a boost as the U.S. Department of Defense clears the use of devices running BlackBerry 10 as well as a version of Android.
Windows 8 Update: 2nd-generation Surface tablets may debut next month
Microsoft may be revealing the second generation of its Surface tablets during its developers' conference next month, according to a printed report.
New Chromebooks coming this year from Asus and Acer, report suggests
Samsung, Lenovo, and HP are expected to release Chromebooks soon as well.
Half of companies will require BYOD by 2017, Gartner says
About half of the world's companies will enact BYOD (bring your own device) programs by 2017 and will no longer provide computing devices to employees, a new Gartner report predicts.
'Dual personality' could morph into Jekyll and Hyde for Samsung and BlackBerry
BlackBerry and Samsung have separately launched security and management software with dual-personality features for their latest Z10 and Galaxy S4 smartphones, both designed to meet the demands of a growing BYOD marketplace.
AT&T's new trade-in program for smartphone buyers
If you have old phones stashed in drawers around the house, AT&T will now pay you for them via a voucher good for obtaining a brand new handset from the company's offerings.
Businesses want Windows 8 hybrids, not Windows RT, says Lenovo
While numerous vendors have released table devices that use Windows RT, Lenovo has gone with Windows 8 Pro for its ThinkPad Helix hybrid.
China's unique PC buying trends revealed in survey
China took the title of world's largest market for PCs in 2012, and a survey by IHS iSuppli revealed that computer buyers in the country had unique preferences compared to counterparts worldwide.
IBM launches an appliance for the 'Internet of things'
Preparing its customers to join the emerging 'Internet of things', IBM has released a new appliance built to manage and route a voluminous amount of machine-to-machine small data messages
Epilogue to von Simson book on strategy puts the spotlight on innovation
After Ernest von Simson's book, "The Limits of Strategy: Lessons in Leadership from the Computer Industry," was published three years ago, he watched major shifts occur at the IT companies he had focused on, notably the slide of Hewlett-Packard at the same time that stalwart IBM maintained its industry standing.
Samsung rationalizes PC naming scheme
All Windows computers will be incorporated into the ATIV brand.
Dell corrals acquired products for BYOD market
Dell has pulled together products it gained from its recent acquisitions into a series of BYOD offerings, though it faces the challenge of selling them at a time when the company's ownership hangs in the balance.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Press releases
sign up to get the latest updates delivered to your inbox.
Rolls-Royce invests in new marine facility to support continued growth of Brazil's offshore oil and gas industry
Rolls-Royce and UK Chancellor George Osborne announced today that the Group will further invest in Rio de Janeiro State to better support customers in the rapidly expanding offshore oil and gas industry. A new £22 million marine facility in Duque de Caxias will be used to assemble and test large thrusters and other propulsion equipment for use on semisubmersible rigs, drill ships, FPSOs and other highly complex offshore vessels.
Rolls-Royce secures contract for wave piercing offshore vessel
Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has signed an £11 million contract with Spanish shipyard Gondan for a wave piercing offshore vessel to be delivered to Simon Møkster Shipping in Norway.
Rolls-Royce wins Heyerdahl Award 2014
Rolls-Royce has been awarded the maritime Heyerdahl Award 2014. The award was presented by His Majesty King Harald at the Norwegian Shipowners' Associations Annual Conference in Oslo 31 March.
Rolls-Royce supports US Marine Corps KC-130Js through $50 million contract
Rolls-Royce has been awarded a contract to support the US Marines Corps fleet of KC-130J air-to-air refuelling tankers, worth more than $50 million.
Rolls-Royce to deliver innovative ship equipment to Volstad Shipping
Rolls-Royce has won a contract to deliver a unique package of advanced ship equipment for a new offshore construction vessel currently being built in Turkey for the Norwegian ship owner Volstad Shipping AS.
Rolls-Royce selected by ANA to provide Trent engines worth $1.1BN
Rolls-Royce has been selected by All Nippon Airways (ANA) to provide Trent 1000 engines, worth $1.1bn, to power 25 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Rolls-Royce to supply design and integrated systems package to Cosco
Rolls-Royce has won an order to provide an integrated design and equipment package for two offshore supply vessels to be built at COSCO (Guangdong) Shipyard Co., Ltd in China for Singapore based Chellsea Group.
Rolls-Royce to power Asia's first gas powered tug
Rolls-Royce has won an order from Chinese state oil company CNOOC, to power Asia's first gas powered tug.
Rolls-Royce Statement
Rolls-Royce continues to provide its full support to the authorities and Malaysia Airlines. Rolls-Royce concurs with the statement made on Thursday 13 March by Malaysia's Transport Minister, Hishammuddin Hussein regarding engine health monitoring data received from the aircraft.
Rolls-Royce receives patent for wave piercing bow design in China
Rolls-Royce has been granted a patent in China for the Environship wave piercing bow technology for merchant vessels, in recognition of its unique and innovative bow design. The Environship concept, which can be adapted for different ship types, incorporates a range of Rolls-Royce technologies to deliver efficiency savings for ship owners.


text:
Choose your preferred language. We speak English and 41 other languages.
Most often used by people in the United Kingdom
All languages
Added to your selected list(s)
Removed from your selected list(s)
Saved to list
Save to a list
Redwood Lodge
Westbury, United Kingdom
Redwood Lodge
The Ham, Westbury, BA13 4HE – Show map
After booking, all of the property's details, including telephone and email address, are provided in your booking confirmation and your account.
Get instant confirmation with FREE cancellation on most rooms!
6 reasons to choose Redwood Lodge
Low rates
No booking fees • Save money! Best price guarantee — enter dates to see these prices!
7 properties in Westbury
Including hotels, apartments, villas and more.
185 verified reviews
We verify all reviews from guests who have stayed at Redwood Lodge. Find out more.
We speak your language
Website and customer service in English (UK) and 41 other languages
Booking is safe
When you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection.
Golf course (within 3 km)
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Designated smoking area
13:00 - 22:00 hours
08:00 - 10:30 hours
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome.
Free! All children under 2 years stay free of charge for children's cots/cribs.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 10 per person per night for extra beds.
The maximum number of extra beds/children's cots permitted in a room is 1.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Redwood Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to pre-authorise your card prior to arrival.
Ideal alternatives for you
Please note that a cot is available, but guests must provide their own bedding.
Please note that check-in is from 11:00-13:00 and 16:00-22:00.
Review score
Based on 185 reviews
Score breakdown
Show reviews from:
My viewed hotels
Frome Premier Inn has comfy beds, free parking and an on-site Table Table restaurant. It is near to Commerce Business Park and 1 mile from Frome town centre.
Score from 203 reviews Very good 8/10
In the heart of historic Bath, Pratt's Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the magnificent Bath Abbey. The hotel has a traditional restaurant, elegant bedrooms, free Wi-Fi, and a cosy bar.
Score from 462 reviews Good 7.1/10
Located in the tranquil village of Beckington in rural Somerset, the privately-owned Old Parsonage House is a large detached stone property just 20 minutes away from the historic city of Bath.
Score from 78 reviews Exceptional 9.6/10
Next to Chippenham Golf Course, this Premier Inn hotel is well placed for the M4, Bowood Adventure Park and Castle Combe Race Circuit. Enjoy comfortable en suite rooms and free parking.
Score from 204 reviews Very good 8/10
The atmosphere, cleanliness, and the csre
Not much sround the area, without hsving to drive
lovely people, very helpful good food
Lovely owners who could not do enough for you. Great breakfast, comfy beds excellent rooms.
Nothing to complain about.
Very friendly staff who were very accommodating of our young children, even providing plastic cups and bowls for their breakfast
Family room a bit on the small side once the cot up
Only stayed for 2 nights but we had a lovely time, room was great and staff were lovely and friendly, gave us lots of useful info about the surrounding areas. My little boy wants to stay there again, he loved it.
Very friendly staff lovely food room no 1 is the room to have over looks Salisbury plains and the chalk white horse would go back tomorrow Sandie is such a friendly hostess and very helpful nothing was to much and the full English breakfast was to die for
Unfortunately our stay was only for one night
Iced water and squash on demand Breakfast Friendly staff
My only criticism is the wifi didn't work in the garden. Sat out with a beer and wanting to check emails etc would have been a nice option.
Owner gave a warm friendly welcome, real homely atmosphere. Rooms clean and perfectly equipped. Breakfast very tasty.
Nothing negative
Excellent couple..really made you feel welcome...couldn't have done anymore. A very welcoming B and B.
Nothing...it was v good
Friendliness of the staff. Good breakfast. Helpfulness of the staff
Toilet broke but this was fixed almost immediately. Room a little cramped with the extra bed in it, but this was a minor niggle as we were only there for two days.
Warm welcome and helpful. Walking distance to train station
Lovely area near to train station to go into bath .nice garden to sit with family if you wanted .left alone to come and go as you pleased .good idea to have a small fridge in room to keep drinks cool for children.although the door on ours didn't close properly .lovely biscuits and comfy beds .
Should have some bedside lamps.TV not in very good place to watch .shower screen left a lot of water out so the floor was very wet.
A friendly guesthouse, which feels secure and welcoming. I will definitely stay again! !
Cooked breakfast was prompt and first class. Access to sit out in the garden and use the fridge for ice and drinks.
Very busy road at night and my room was at the front of the house. Other rooms would probably have been ok.
Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was absolutely fabulous.
Excellent service, friendly owners and staff, comfortable room and good and substantial breakfast. Altogether, great value for money!
Everything almost
Springs on bed and weak coffee.
Friendly owners, good breakfast.
Room hot and some windows didn't open.
A friendly welcome, felt at home. Fab family room, spotless. The breakfast in the conservatory is fantastic we didnt have to eat all day. Would recommend this place and would stay again. Fantastic family run B&B and value for money. They are 4**** for a reason. Loved it.
We had to leave. :-(
Most welcoming family-run B&B. Well-equipped, great breakfast. We loved it.
Wi-Fi was poor at times but this is really marginal. Go there!
very close to Peppa Pig World and other attractions we were going to see.
Owners were exceptionally down to earth and helpful. Very kind and friendly. Conservatory for breakfast was beautiful.
A bit difficult to find and parking was a bit dicey at times. Otherwise, much to like.
The owners were so lovely, very welcoming and really helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. My granddaughter was made just as welcome - lovely & homely. We were visiting Longleat for the day & their directions back to the lodge were spot on!
Nothing I didn't like
Perfect to go to for AOSB! You usually meet other candidates which is really good for settling your nerves!
We've negotiated with thousands of hotels to get the very best deals. We call them Secret Deals and they only last for a limited time.
You can get these deals for free by subscribing to our newsletters. You can even choose your favourite destinations to receive personalised deals.
Get started now by entering your email address. We'll instantly send you a link to our Deal Finder!
Don't worry – your email address is safe with us. We'll never share your private information and you can unsubscribe at any time.


text:
Northbound Interstate 17 just south of Black Canyon City has reopened following a rollover crash, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
The crash was reported just after 11 a.m. at milepost 239, about 10 miles north of Anthem Way.
All southbound lanes remained open.
The northbound lanes were reopened at about 1 p.m.
The rollover involved a truck hauling a trailer, according to ADOT.
Stay with cbs5az.com and CBS 5 News as this story develops.
Copyright 2013 CBS 5 (KPHO Broadcasting Corporation). All rights reserved.
2362 U.S. Hwy 11
Moselle, MS 39459
Email Us
FCC Public File
EEO Report
Closed Captioning
Children's Programming


text:
Alojamento Camboja Siem Reap Dream Villa
Fotografias Facilidades Mapa Streetview Avaliações
We bring you the real Cambodian; this is the sort of a memorable happy stay which dream villa offers comfortable facilities, contemporary design of Angkor art wood deco-style, clean, fresh air, tropical garden, restaurant, friendly neighbors and its surrounding environment.
The Dream Villa is breath taking in its conception a natural environment style setting each room has natural brightness through big windows, having bath with pure water and happy sun set color of lights during night time in the garden and restaurant, there are three suite rooms overlooking the garden view, and we also arrange a romantic private dinner in our open space restaurant on the top terrace, also open for special events such as full moon dinner, birthday parties or other activities.
Located in the main building of the guesthouse facing a lush green landscape, the Deluxe Rooms are Cambodian inspired with poster beds and inlaid teak floor. You may even enjoy panoramic views of the town from many of the rooms; and all rooms are guaranteed a view of the greens.
Room Configuration:
Total of Room: 20 rooms
Bedding Type: 25 Queen Bed Rooms | 45 Twin Beds Rooms
Handicap Room: 3 Rooms (2 Queen Beds & 1 Twin Bed)
Connecting Room "Or" Family Room
East Wing Building
- 6 Connecting Deluxe Rooms (Queen Beds connect with Twin Beds)
- 1 Connecting Deluxe Room (Twin Beds connect with Twin Beds)
- 2 Connecting Deluxe Rooms with Suite Room (Twin Beds Deluxe connect with King Suite Room)
West Wing Building
- 4 Connecting Deluxe Rooms (Queen Beds connect with Twin Beds)
- 3 Connecting Deluxe Rooms (Twin Beds connect with Twin Beds)
- 2 Connecting Deluxe Rooms with Suite Room (Twin Beds Deluxe connect with King Suite Room)
Come a long to Sivutha Road, on the way to Tonle Sap Lake, right close ACADO organization.
Call us for free pick up!
Já alguma vez ficou alojado aqui? Escrever uma avaliação
Observação: é responsabilidade da rede de hotéis e/ou do estabelecimento garantir a exatidão das fotos exibidas. O Travellerspoint não é responsável por qualquer inexatidão das fotos.


text:
Product Code: Q_ADNANA
now £39.95
was from £59.95
A little dress with a lot of character. Perfect to dress up for an evening out or dress down for a day at the beach.
Home Delivery
£1.00 Supersaver
£3.95 Standard - FREE on orders over £75
Home delivery is unavailable for this item
Click & Collect
FREE - Buy online, collect in store
Click & Collect is unavailable for this item
Easy Returns
Return to store or by freepost label
Please enter your review


text:
Category Archives: Arts and Culture
Arts and Culture
The term "art" covers a broad spectrum of creativity. In the absolute sense only God can "create," because creation implies making something out of nothing. Man can imitate his Creator by being creative, however it is more accurate to say that man "produces" or "makes." In "making" (faciendo) man must work with matter that already exists.
What does the word itself mean? The schoolmen define art as "the right method of producing," (recta ratio factibilium) in contrast to ethics or morals, which is "the right way of acting, or doing."
The arts can be visual, as in painting and sculpture; performing, as in music and dance; or literary, as in poetry. Nowadays the term is used in a much wider sense than in past centuries. The crafts, writing, film making, photography, and other media which exhibit what is beautiful, are all styled "art" today.
Culture, on the other hand, is specific and, usually, but not always, ethnic. Father Hardon's Catholic Dictionary defines culture as "the personality of a society." Notice he uses the broader term "society" rather than "race" or "people." One cannot, therefore, speak of a "nation" as having a culture, because a nation is abstract; it is the people of a nation that produce a culture. Italy does not have a culture, but Italians do. And Italians certainly have subcultures within their generic culture, as Sicilians have personal characteristics far different than Florentines.
Cultures are not created, they are "cultivated." And that maturation often takes centuries. Is there a "Catholic" culture? Most definitely, but it is not that of a people, but of a religion. The Incarnation of the Son of God, who was born into the Jewish culture, elevated all cultures. He who was not image able, became image able. Culture and art could now express that image ability in a thousand different ways. The best expressions make the matter that we all know, intuitively, as Catholic culture.
Lauda Sion Salvatórem
Lauda Sion Salvatorem is a sequence prescribed for the Roman Catholic Mass of Corpus Christi. It was written by St. Thomas Aquinas around 1264, at the request of Pope Urban IV for the new Mass of this Feast, along with Pange lingua, Sacris solemniis, Adoro te devote, and Verbum supernum prodiens, which are used in the Divine Office. The hymn tells of the institution of the Eucharist and clearly expresses the Catholic belief in transubstantiation. As with St. Thomas' other three … More →
Painting of Our Lady From 1600s Survived Persecution of Church in Japan
UCANews: Japan's prohibition of Christianity began in the early 1600s and raged on for centuries. A painting of the Virgin Mary which is thought to date from the earliest days of this punitive era has finally – after a long and winding journey – found its way back to Japan. In a ceremony last month at Nagasaki's Nakamachi Church, Father Georges Colomb, Superior General of the Foreign … More →
Posted in Arts and Culture, News Leave a comment
What do Universities Teach?
Several recent occurrences have put me to thinking about universities in particular and education in general. One was marching in the Eucharistic Procession through the streets of Cambridge, MA, in support of the Blessed Sacrament against the planned Black Mass at Harvard Memorial Hall, sponsored by Harvard Extension School — though not by the University per se. Two thousand people converged on Harvard Square, and … More →
Posted in Articles, Arts and Culture, Catholic Living, Faith and Reason Leave a comment
Pop Quiz on Saint John Nepomucene
For all you smart Catholics out there, who know all about the saints, we're having a pop quiz today. Why is it appropriate, on this feast of Saint John Nepomucene, that the YouTube video of Bedřich Smetana's Die Moldau (from his the symphonic cycle Má vlast) would be posted below? It would be cheating to read the Saint of the Day entry on him until you've made your answer … More →
Posted in Arts and Culture, Catholic Living, Columns 3 Comments
Catholic Author Honored on Norwegian 500 Kroner Note
Did you know that the great author of The Life of Saint Catherine of Siena, Sigrid Undset, is the only Catholic to have been depicted on a Norwegian banknote? See picture of the banknote here (scroll down) http://www.andrewcusack.com/2013/08/12/some-norwegian-catholics/ The following is a sketch of her adult life that I included in my book review of her magnificent biography of Saint Catherine. It was the best biography of … More →
Posted in Arts and Culture, Columns, Did you know? Leave a comment
'Noah,' a Pathetic Movie, Putting It Mildly
What do you expect, really, from Hollywood? No, I have not seen the movie, but this reviewer, Barbara Nicolosi, writing for Patheos website has seen it. And, reading her review, one can see that she is obviously an experienced and liberal (in the good sense of the word) critic. I did see a made-for-TV movie about Noah and the flood back in 1999 with Jon … More →
Posted in Arts and Culture, News 3 Comments
Portland Archbishop Alexander K. Sample on the Traditional Mass
On March 1, 2014 Archbishop Alexander Sample of the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon celebrated a Pontifical High Mass in the Extraordinary Form at the Brigittine Monastery "Our Lady of Consolation" in Amity, Oregon. The Mass was the crowning celebration of a three-day conference on Gregorian Chant and the role of sacred music in the liturgy. This is the same archbishop that has taken a … More →
Dr. Anthony Esolen on How Common Core Devalues Great Literature
(Crisis Magazine) The Common Corers get things exactly backwards. You do not read The Wind in the Willows so that you can gain some utilitarian skill for handling "text." If anything, we want our children to gain a little bit of linguistic maturity so that they can read The Wind in the Willows. That is the aim. I want my college students to read Milton … More →
Posted in Arts and Culture, Columns Leave a comment
Saint Agatha's Breasts
Father Leonard Feeney once remarked that certain Puritan sectaries refuse to pray the Hail Mary because the Catholic prayer has a bad word in it: womb. On the other hand, many of the Church's most vociferous critics consider her to be obsessively strict — even fanatically so — on sexual matters. Puritanical (or Jansenistic) extremists on the one side, and libertines on the other, have … More →
What Is Christendom?
The question posed by the title of this article was asked several of us by our august editor. Its immediacy is reinforced by the season of Christmas – which, despite being under sporadic attack by "holiday" partisans, centers on the one Holy Day still observed by the majority of the world. Despite the anti-Christian moral tone of many of "her" governments around the world, the … More →
Posted in Articles, Arts and Culture, Catholic Living, History, Politics and Society 1 Comment
Baseball's Catholic Hero Roberto Clemente, Movie-Maker's Dream
Catholic News Service tribute: When he was a young boy, Richard Rossi insisted that his dad get general-admission tickets behind right field at old Forbes Field in Pittsburgh so he could be as close as possible to his boyhood idol, Roberto Clemente. The Hall of Fame outfielder's passion for baseball, and Rossi's passion for Clemente, continued as the Pirates moved to Three Rivers Stadium, where Pittsburgh … More →
Posted in Arts and Culture, Catholic Living, News Leave a comment
The Holy Ghost in Sight and Sound
This year, my High School religion course is covering, among other things, the Catholic doctrine concerning the Holy Ghost. Because I wanted to give my students a sense of how the rich heritage of Catholic art strives to express the orthodox Faith, I spent a few minutes in class showing them the Altarpiece of Boulbon. Dating from about the year 1450 and by an unknown … More →
Signs of the Time
Recently a future King of England, dressed in an open-collared shirt and without a jacket, slid behind the steering wheel of a car and drove his wife, new-born son and himself away from a maternity hospital in London. He drove, not a chauffeur or bodyguard. I couldn't tell from the video I saw on You Tube what kind of car Prince William drove but it … More →
Posted in Articles, Arts and Culture, Politics and Society 1 Comment
Illuminating Faith: The Eucharist in Medieval Life and Art
The Morgan Library & Museum, on Madison Avenue in New York, is hosting an exhibition called "Illuminating Faith: The Eucharist in Medieval Life and Art." Here is the first paragraph of the Morgan Library's description: When Christ changed bread and wine into his body and blood at the Last Supper, he instituted the Eucharist and established the central act of Christian worship. For medieval Christians, … More →
Father Longenecker on Tolkien's Dislike for C.S. Lewis' Narnia
Patheos: If I had a time machine that could not only set me down not only in a particular date, but a particular place, I'd choose the Eagle and Child pub in Oxford on a Tuesday night in 1950 when C.S.Lewis was reading selections from his Chronicles of Narnia. He'd be there before a roaring fire with Tolkien and the other Inklings who gathered at … More →
Posted in Arts and Culture, News Leave a comment


text:
An exciting empowered way to buy ethical MEAt
Buy Farm Produce
You can buy a share or 'stake' of an allocated animal, there is a time window for each animal to sell and all 'stake's' have to sell for the sale to proceed.
We consider this produce to be the very finest high welfare, sustainable, and nutritious meat, fish and game available in the UK.
We broker the, 'cow share', 'sheep share' or 'deer share' to enable you to buy directly from the UK's best farmers, stalkers and fishermen with a level of traceability and accountability that is unsurpassed. It is a fair, social, mindful, empowering buying experience.
Enter your e-mail to join in.
Choose by Producer
See the Farms, Game Estates and animals. Meet the Farmers, Stalkers and Fishermen. You can chose your produce based on the principles closest to your heart.
Our producers are all very different but they share certain qualifying qualities, they are all ethical, environmentally sustainable, the animals are treated with respect and kindness, the producers are passionate and forward thinking and the meat, game and fish they produce is the most delicious, nutritious or sustainable of its kind.
We are totally COMMITTED to building lasting relationships with farmers and producers who are PASSIONATE about sustainability, the environment, their animals welfare and the nutritional quality of the food they grow.
We only work with real people who really care.
Caroline and Stephen
Yew tree farm Heritage Hospitality LTD Trading as 'For Heaven's Stake'. Company Number 05951095


text:
As 360,000 guests passed through Tomorrowland, with more than 400 artists pouring their energy... more
If anything, Markus Schulz is knows how to make good use of the momentum. more
W&W:"He's a great, talented guy of who we expect a lot more in the future! We've been playing... more
Whoever's struck by the sound of the fastest rising duo in dance land, knows what's ahead:... more


text:
Comment on: Are behavioral asset-pricing models structural?
AbstractNo abstract is available for this item.
Download InfoIf you experience problems downloading a file, check if you have the proper application to view it first. In case of further problems read the IDEAS help page. Note that these files are not on the IDEAS site. Please be patient as the files may be large.
As the access to this document is restricted, you may want to look for a different version under "Related research" (further below) or search for a different version of it.
Bibliographic InfoArticle provided by Elsevier in its journal Journal of Monetary Economics.
Volume (Year): 49 (2002)
Issue (Month): 1 (January)
Pages: 229-233
Contact details of provider:
Web page: http://www.elsevier.com/locate/inca/505566
Related researchKeywords:
ReferencesReferences listed on IDEAS
Please report citation or reference errors to , or , if you are the registered author of the cited work, log in to your RePEc Author Service profile, click on "citations" and make appropriate adjustments.:
- Shlomo Benartzi & Richard H. Thaler, 1993.
"Myopic Loss Aversion and the Equity Premium Puzzle,"
NBER Working Papers
4369, National Bureau of Economic Research, Inc.
- Benartzi, Shlomo & Thaler, Richard H, 1995. "Myopic Loss Aversion and the Equity Premium Puzzle," The Quarterly Journal of Economics, MIT Press, vol. 110(1), pages 73-92, February.
- John Y. Campbell & John H. Cochrane, 1995.
"By Force of Habit: A Consumption-Based Explanation of Aggregate Stock Market Behavior,"
NBER Working Papers
4995, National Bureau of Economic Research, Inc.
- Cochrane, John H. & Campbell, John, 1999. "By Force of Habit: A Consumption-Based Explanation of Aggregate Stock Market Behavior," Scholarly Articles 3119444, Harvard University Department of Economics.
- John Y. Campbell & John H. Cochrane, 1994. "By force of habit: a consumption-based explanation of aggregate stock market behavior," Working Papers 94-17, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.
- John Y. Campbell & John H. Cochrane, 1994. "By Force of Habit: A Consumption-Based Explanation of Aggregate Stock Market Behavior," CRSP working papers 412, Center for Research in Security Prices, Graduate School of Business, University of Chicago.
- Nicholas Barberis & Ming Huang & Tano Santos, 2001. "Prospect Theory And Asset Prices," The Quarterly Journal of Economics, MIT Press, vol. 116(1), pages 1-53, February.
- Anonymous, 2001. "General Discussion," Trade Liberalization Under NAFTA: Report Card on Agriculture; Proceedings of the 6th Agricultural and Food Policy Systems Information Workshop -2000 16839, Farm Foundation, Agricultural and Food Policy Systems Information Workshops.
CitationsCitations are extracted by the CitEc Project, subscribe to its RSS feed for this item.
Cited by:
- Stracca, Livio, 2004. "Behavioral finance and asset prices: Where do we stand?," Journal of Economic Psychology, Elsevier, vol. 25(3), pages 373-405, June.
- Giovannetti, Bruno C., 2013. "Asset pricing under quantile utility maximization," Review of Financial Economics, Elsevier, vol. 22(4), pages 169-179.
ListsThis item is not listed on Wikipedia, on a reading list or among the top items on IDEAS.
StatisticsAccess and download statistics
CorrectionsWhen requesting a correction, please mention this item's handle: RePEc:eee:moneco:v:49:y:2002:i:1:p:229-233. 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: (Zhang, Lei).
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:
Recent Posts
- Trillion Fund and Buzzbnk announce merger to create UK's biggest social crowdfunding platform
- Reap what you Sow: Crowdfunding tips from School Farm CSA
- Introducing the A Team Challengers!
- A New Year's Resolution Worth Keeping…
- Andrew Croft from CAN responds to the Autumn Statement on behalf of the Social Economy Alliance
Get the Buzz on Twitter
- @TrillionFund @juliasgroves speaking at Renewable Energy #crowdfunding conf Oct 30 in London recrowdfunding.eu 2 days ago
- @AnOtherMagazine: Dame #VivienneWestwood on why she's backing @TrillionFund, renewable energy we can all get in on ow.ly/AMm3V 2 days ago
- RT @mencap_charity: Josh is coming home. Well done to @phillwills & all who signed the petition on @ukchange #bringjoshhome http://t.co/Or3… 2 days ago
- @mencap_charity @phillwills @UKChange >fantastic news! lets hope any other similar cases are helped too. 2 days ago
- RT @SocialEnt_UK: Enter our comp for #socialsaturday now to win annual membership to #socent gyms @Better_UK buff.ly/1plemK4 #freebi… 2 days ago
Category Archives: Crowd-funding
Introducing the A Team Challengers!
At the end of October 2013, applications opened for The A Team Challenge. Food and agricultural projects who adopt an 'enlightened' agroecology approach to their work, were invited to apply to take part in the innovative match funding scheme. Those successful … Continue reading
Posted in Challenges, Crowd-funding Tagged A Team Foundation, agroecology, crowdfunding, farming, food Leave a comment
Crowd-funding and movement-building
Eugenie Teasley, founder of Spark+Mettle, shares her tips on crowd-funding for first timers, and reflects on the benefits (but the struggle) of building a community of people around a cause. Crowd-funding is the easy option, right? No, but it is … Continue reading
Posted in Crowd-funding, Ventures Tagged Community, crowdfunding, movement, tips 2 Comments


text:
Campden Tablets - what salts will they add?
In addition to removing Chlorine/chloramine, will the Campden tablets add various salts that must be reflected in a spreadsheet/application such as BrunWater or EZ Water? (ex: X mg of salt S, and Y mg of salt T)
Or will 1/2 of a tablet for 7-8 gallons have negligible amounts of salts?
Negligible. Worry not. Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Campden_tablets
Scroll down to section 4.1.3 to see a discussion on metabisulfite use for dechlorination at the following page:
3 ppm Potassium or 2 ppm Sodium, depending on the variety, and...
8 ppm sulfate & 3 ppm chloride
Not significant by any means but I'm a stickler for detail :mug:
Thank you Martin.
>>So if you are using 1/4 tablet for 5 gallons, add:
But total water, taking into account boil off, and losses (grain, trub, hops), is closer to 7.5/8, so you need 1/3 of a tablet, or even half a tablet.
The one tablet per 20 gallons dose was based on
1. Campden tablets that weigh 692 mg
2. Campden tables made of 100 percent potassium metabisulfite
3. Water chlorine equivalent of 3 mg/L all as chloramine.
The amount of bisulfite required depends on the relative mix of chlorine and chloramine. After standing over night there should be no chlorine, the total chlorine should be reduced and, as water authoirites seldom go to the extent of as much as 3 mg/L, the demand for bisulfite should be less.
Fortunately there is a simple test for chloramine: if you can smell it there's enough of it to be of concern. Therefore, I recommend crushing a Campden tablet and dissolving it in some warm water (this can be difficult - it doesn't all have to be dissolved though). Pour a little of the liquid into the water being treated. Now stir and smell the water. You have added just the right amount when the chlorine smell is gone. If you have added too much the water will now smell of sulfur dioxide. This is not a problem. It will do good things for your beer (some people add metabite in the kettle).
In the 3 mg/L chloramine case the treatment will result in 7.1 mg/L sulfate, 1.5 mg/L ammonium (yeast nutrient) and 3 mg/L chloride plus 3.3 mg/L potassium or 1.8 mg/L sodium depending on whether the K or Na salt was used. Also, a little free goodie, 5.2 ppm as CaCO3 alkalinity is neutralized.
All the details can be found in a .pdf at hbd.org/ajdelange. Look for the Chlorine - Chloramine article. The numbers come from Table 5.
Thank you AJ.
Thanks for the link too!
In my area of NJ, Chloramine is 0.6 - 1.1, which is well below 3.0.
(Chlorine is .56)
So I think a 550MG tablet (thats the size from the Home Brew Shops) will handle more than 20 gallons, so 1/3 of a tablet for 7.5 gallons seems about right.
|All times are GMT. The time now is 01:51 AM.
Copyright ©2000 - 2014, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.


text:
Provider of floating production services to the oil and gas industry, BW Offshore, says it has signed a 5-year, $12 million contract with Orange Business Services
Nakilat-Keppel Offshore & Marine (N-KOM) has achieved another milestone with the keel laying of its first liftboat newbuild project, awarded in July 2014 by long-time
The master of a wind farm support vessel has today been made to pay £3,000 in fines and costs after pleading guilty to breaches of maritime collision regulations.
Today in U.S. Naval History - September 2
1918 - Navy ships and crews assist earthquake victims of Yokohama and Tokyo, Japan
1940 - Destroyer-for-Bases agreement between U.
The Royal Australian Navy operated Sail Training Ship, Young Endeavour, is undergoing maintenance work in preparation for a 12-month world circumnavigation. It
QinetiQ's Paramarine Ship and Submersible Design Software has been selected by Newport News Shipbuilding (NSS) as its primary naval architectural software. QinetiQ


text:
Simply Fosh
Església de Sant Antoni de Viana
Augustinian fathers occupied this site from shortly after the 1229 conquest, but this church was built between 1757 and 1768. The...
Claustre de Sant Antoniet
The Claustre de Sant Antoniet is a baroque gem that belongs to the BBVA bank. The two-tiered, oval-shaped enclosure was built in 1768...
Església de Sant Miquel
Raised after the conquest of Mallorca, this church is a striking mix. It was one of the first four churches built on the site of a...
Café L'Antiquari
This old antique shop has been transformed into one of the most original places in Palma to nurse a drink and nibble on tapas. Antiques...
Misa Braseria
Marc Fosh's second baby is this nouveau-rustic brasserie, which combines a basement restaurant with an attractive upstairs patio. The...
Simply Fosh information
Lonely Planet review
Lovingly prepared Mediterranean cooking with a novel flourish is the order of the day at this 17th-century convent refectory, one of the home kitchens of chef Marc Fosh, whose CV twinkles with Michelin stars. A slick, monochrome interior and courtyard provide the backdrop for high-quality, reasonably priced menus. The three-course lunch menu for €21.50 is a terrific deal.
Flavours here are clean, bright and seasonal. You might begin with, for instance, mango gazpacho with Sóller prawns and avocado, followed by, say, hake in a herb crust with blood orange and asparagus. Reservations are essential.


text:
No need to be hating on you. With
Tag: t-pain
[vodpod id=Video.16300131&w=540&h=350&fv=] Last night, VH1 went behind the auto-tune of T-Pain. In the hour documentary, featuring commentary from his wife, family and friends, we follow
[vodpod id=Video.16257282&w=540&h=350&fv=] With the single
Tomorrow's Rich Forever isn't the only thing the Bawse has up his sleeve. Off the upcoming Self Made Vol. 2, Rozay, Wale and Meek keep their cash stashed with its first single. UPDATE: After almost two months, T-Pain now provides the hook for the official version.
Bei Maejor is still up to his shenanigans and puts Wale, Trey Songz, T-Pain up into the mix for his J.Cole-collabo. Tags for now. hotnewhiphop UPDATE: No tags.
Can T-Pain talk his shit? Well for his new video, he wants your undivided attention. Listen up! This isn't featured on rEVOLVEr, but get it anyway.
Sans the auto-tune, T-Pain swung by Jimmy Kimmel's late night gig to perform "5 O' Clock". After the jump, he closed out the evening with "Drowning Again". rEVOLVEr in stores now.


text:
Cookies on the UK Anti-Doping website
This site uses cookies to help you make the most of your visit.By continuing to browse without changing your settings, you agree to our use of cookies. Find out more here.
Learn more
Forgotten your Username?
Forgotten your Password?
Education and prevention
An intelligence-led organisation
The fight against doping in sport
What We Do
Protecting the right to participate in clean sport
Our mission »
Story of anti-doping
Find out more about UK Anti-Doping
The story of anti-doping
Anti-doping past and present
The story »
Latest news
Recent news
Media contacts
Prohibited List 2014
View the 2014 Prohibited List.
Click here »
Current Sanctions
Facts and figures
WADA Prohibited List
The eight Anti-Doping Rule Violations
About ADRVs »
Learning Zone
Anti-doping in practice
Coach Clean
Become an Advisor
Become an anti-doping advisor.
Take the course»
Fall from Grace
Rules and Regulations
100% me
Find out what 100% me means to top athletes.
100% me »
Follow @ukantidoping
Professional cyclist Jonathan Tiernan-Locke has been suspended from sport for two-years following an anti-doping rule violation
Athletes representing Team GB at the 2014 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Nanjing have received anti-doping education from UKAD
UKAD has met with cyclists and fans from all over the country over the past four months through the 2014 StreetVelodrome Series
Rugby League player Rhys Pugsley has been suspended from all sport for two years following an anti-doping rule violation
Collaboration with Gwent Police has led to the successful prosecution of two individuals, resulting in one lifetime ban
UK Anti-Doping official statement in response to the Team Wales announcement on Friday 25 July 2014.
Glasgow 2014 represents the first time that all home countries have delivered a consistent anti-doping education programme
UK Anti-Doping official statement in response to the UCI announcement on Thursday 17 July 2014.
UKAD has published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2013/14
WRU player banned for three years after information was passed to UKAD around steroid use
Information shared with UKAD has been given the all clear by the International Cycling Union (UCI).
A rugby union coach has been suspended for eight years following an anti-doping violation
UKAD is urging spectators, volunteers and event staff to report any behaviour that suggests signs of doping this summer
UKAD Chairman David Kenworthy discussed the role of governments in the fight against doping at a seminar in Hong Kong
More than 1,000 rowers and supporters visited the 100% me outreach stands at the recent Junior Inter-Regional and BUCS regattas
UKAD hosted its first Educator Forum on Tuesday 27 May 2014 in Birmingham
UKAD Chief Executive Andy Parkinson explains why substantial assistance needs to be better understood by the sporting community
Rugby League Player Sebastian Kolasa has been suspended from all sport for 15 months
Summary of findings from UKAD's 2014 Stakeholder Survey
UK Anti-Doping and the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport have agreed to share best practice
Showing page 1 of 13
1 2 3 > Last ›
Email sign up


text:
Craig briefs: DUI enforcement higher for St. Patrick's holiday
Saturday, March 15, 2014
The Colorado Department of Transportation encourages Coloradans to "Drink & Don't Drive" as they embrace Irish heritage during St. Patrick's Day weekend, according to a news release.
CDOT sent out the reminder before heightened DUI enforcement began at 6 p.m. Friday. The heightened enforcement will run through 3 a.m. Tuesday. Through The Heat Is On campaign, the Colorado State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state will work towards removing impaired drivers from Colorado roadways.
To reduce the number of DUIs in Colorado during the St. Patrick's Day enforcement period, March 14 to 18, CDOT has partnered with the Colorado State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies to educate citizens about impaired driving and emphasize designating a sober driver or taking an alternate mode of transportation to keep the roads safe during the weekend.
"Last year, our law enforcement partners made 486 DUI arrests during St. Patrick's Day weekend," Darrell Lingk, director of the Office of Transportation Safety at CDOT, said in a statement. "This year we are hoping that more people will make the right choice and designate a sober driver."
Nearly 90 law enforcement agencies throughout Colorado will participate in the St. Patrick's Day enforcement event.
To support the heightened DUI enforcement, CDOT is distributing The Heat Is On campaign information to bars throughout the state, focusing specifically on those with St. Patrick's Day celebrations. The posters spread the message "Embrace your 24-hour Irish heritage. Drink & Don't Drive yourself home this St. Patrick's Day."
The Heat Is On runs the entire year with 12 specific DUI enforcement periods centered around national holidays and large, public events. More details about the DUI enforcement plans and arrest results can be found at HeatIsOnColorado.com.
Community searching for senior center name
The Moffat County Council on Aging is leading several committees interested in establishing a central location for senior activities. One of the committees is the Naming Group, which will have a contest to pick the most popular name, according to a press release.
The contest will be open to all. People can vote with money for their favorite name, among ideas including Yampa Valley Senior Sage Center or Craig Community Center. Jars with the names selected will be in booths at the Centennial Mall Spring Expo on March 22 and Mother's Day on May 10. Contestants also can enter their own selection in another jar. Be sure to participate to support the efforts of the council.
Free carpool matching service available online
Residents of Routt, Moffat and Rio Blanco counties have access to a free, online carpool matching service sponsored by Yampa Valley Data Partners, according to a news release.
Organizers hope the website, www.carpoolworld.com/northwestcolorado, will be a resource to help Northwest Colorado residents save on transportation costs. The project was created as part of the Northwest Colorado Energy Education Plan, which was funded by a grant from the Colorado Energy Office.
Questions remain about industrial hemp rules
Late last year, the Colorado Department of Agriculture adopted the first industrial hemp rules in the state's history; producers were able to begin registering with CDA's industrial hemp program on March 1, according to a press release. However, potential registrants should be aware of uncertainties that still exist because of federal law.
"While the state passed legislation legalizing the cultivation of industrial hemp, there are still many unanswered questions on the federal level," said Colorado Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture Ron Carleton. "We want producers to be fully aware of the issues and challenges facing this crop."
CDA's regulatory role with industrial hemp is limited to registration of growers and inspection of crop. Colorado has no jurisdiction over many other factors that producers are faced with. While Colorado legalized the production of hemp (Cannabis spp), growing it commercially is still considered illegal under federal law. The Department of Justice has issued guidelines that will, if followed, limit the likelihood of federal enforcement against commercial producers.
Producers must register with CDA by May 1, if they would like to grow industrial hemp during the 2014 growing season.
The entire rule and additional information about industrial hemp can be found by visiting www.colorado.gov/ag/dpi and click on "industrial hemp."
More like this story
Use the comment form below to begin a discussion about this content.
Requires free registration
Posting comments requires a free account and verification.


text:
Awesome: 10%
Worth A Look: 0%
Average: 0%
Pretty Bad: 0%
Total Crap: 90%
1 review, 4 user ratings
Raja Natwarlal by Jay Seaver
Search for Weng Weng, The by Jay Seaver
Creep (2014) by Jay Seaver
Kundo: Age of the Rampant by Jay Seaver
Guardian (2014) by Jay Seaver
As Above, So Below by Jay Seaver
November Man, The by Jay Seaver
Hana-Dama: The Origins by Jay Seaver
Creeping Garden, The by Jay Seaver
Seventh Code by Jay Seaver
subscribe to this feed
Films I Neglected To Review: Turn Your Crank To Frank
DVD/Blu-Ray Reviews For 8/25: "Joe Couldn't Find A Prayer In The Bible."
Films I Neglected To Review: European Vacation Edition.
Remembering Robin Williams (1951-2014)
DVD/Blu-Ray Reviews For 7/29: "Somebody Has To Pay!"
Films I Neglected To Review: Contractual Obligation Edition
Silly walk right in and sit right down...
Capsule Reviews: Jersey Boys, Bad Words & The Fault in Our Stars
Films I Neglected To Review: Pony Men
Interview: RichardLinklater on "Boyhood"
subscribe to this feed
"Now that we have CGI, someone make a GOOD Swamp Thing flick."
USA 12-May-1989 (PG-13) DVD: 01-Apr-2008UK N/AAustralia N/A
Directed by
Jim Wynorski
Written by
Neil Cuthbert
Grant Morris
Louis Jourdan
Heather Locklear
Sarah Douglas
Joe Sagal
Monique Gabrielle


text:
Sometimes I wrestle with my Demons. Sometimes we just snuggle.
I'm not single. I'm Romantically Challenged.
The fastest way to a man's heart is by tearing a hole through his ribcage
Hold your tongue and say "bump truck"
Guns Don't Kill People, Tailgating me Does
Tongue pierthing ith thtupid
Nobody cares about your stick figure family
Dyslexic if you're Honk!


text:
With the release of Learn French by Loquella, the series of language learning apps for iOS has grown to include a total of three language options. Like with their other apps, Loquella takes a methodical approach to language learning and introduces users to pronunciation, grammar and dialogue while helping learners to grasp meaning.
learn French
iPhone and iPad apps tagged "learn French."


text:
Currently online
|NYC (home) & Long Island (school)
|Forum Post Count:
|Join Date:
|Last Online:
|11 minutes ago
|About Me:
|I am a audiophile and a otaku!
|Interests (Hobbies, favorite activities, etc.):
|Touhou music, anime, VNs, hi-fi, and PC games.
|What I do for a living:
|Full time student, part time otaku.
|Headphone Inventory
|Currently own:
Hifiman HE-400i
LFF Enigma #1
Ultimate Ears In-ear Reference Monitors
Vsonic GR07 w/ BTG-audio Midnight cable
Used to own/loaned:
Beyer dt770/250, dt880/600, dt990/600
Phillips Fidelio L1
LFF Paradox #36
Beyer T70
Vsonic VSD1S
Sennheiser HD650 (thanks vampire5003!)
SRH940 (thanks kimvictor!)
Audeze LCD2 rev2 (Thanks tjcaustin!)
AKG K702 (balanced)
Sennheiser HD600
HiFiMan HE-500
HD800 (Anax 2.0)
|Headphone Amp Inventory
|Currently own:
Virtue ONE.3
Leckerton UHA-6S ADA4627
Schiit Vali
Used to own:
Fiio E17
Peachtree Decco2
Little Dot MK III
Schiit Asgard 2
Little Dot MK IV SE w/ M8161 tubes
Headstage Arrow 4g
Audio-gd NFB-10ES2
|Source Inventory
|Currently own:
Schiit Gungnir USB gen 2
iBasso DX90
Sansa Fuze
Used to own:
Fiio E17
Peachtree Decco2
Apple Ipod 5.5g
Peachtree Dacit w/ Teradak PSU
Emotiva Stealth DC-1
Audio-gd NFB-10ES2
HifimeDIY Dac
iBasso DX50
|Cable Inventory
|Standard Monoprice cables
Virtue Nirvana RCAs
Emotiva USS Speaker cable
|Other Audio Equipment
|Overnight Sensations MT (Built by OJneg)
Audioengine A2
Dayton Sub-1000
|Music Preferences
|Touhou arrangements, classical music, trance
|Gear-Fi (Favorite Non-Audio Gear & Gadgets)
|Realforce 87u 55g "Sakura", Surface Pro 1
thegunner100's Recent Activity
LFF's Enigma (new from the maker of the Paradox)
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Headphones (full-size) 8/10/14 at 2:25pm | 452 replies | 30316 views
Official NYC Metro Area "Headphonatics Anonymous" Fall Meet - November 15th - Stamford Sheraton - Stamford, CT
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Local / Regional Head-Fi Meets, Parties,... 8/8/14 at 10:29am | 29 replies | 740 views
「Official」Asian Anime, Manga, and Music Lounge
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Members' Lounge (General Discussion) 8/1/14 at 6:28am | 127405 replies | 1732866 views
New Leckerton UHA-6S MKII Portable Headphone Amplifier Announced (Update User Impressions Added July 20th 2012)
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Portable Headphone Amps 7/29/14 at 1:19pm | 2183 replies | 130987 views
Schiit Vali
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Amplification For Sale / Trade 7/18/14 at 8:24pm | 1 replies | 219 views
HifiMan HE-560 US Touring Event - Sign up List Updated
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Head-Direct Premier Sponsor Forum 7/4/14 at 2:07pm | 94 replies | 3435 views
iBasso DX90. Dual Sabre, 1st page latest FW download & general information/instructions . . . . . . . . . .
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Portable Source Gear 7/3/14 at 5:11am | 8067 replies | 785325 views
LFF Enigma #1 (Suji)
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Headphones for Sale / Trade 6/23/14 at 1:04pm | 0 replies | 239 views
WTB: 4-pin XLR to Banana plugs or spades adapter
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Cables, Speakers, Tweaks, Accessories For... 5/26/14 at 4:45pm | 0 replies | 79 views
Story of a New Reviewer: kimvictor
thegunner100 posted in this thread in Introductions, Help and Recommendations 4/27/14 at 5:38pm | 575 replies | 7399 views
thegunner100's Photos
1 albumsView All Photos
thegunner100's Embedded Photos
12 albumsView All Photos
2 photos
37 views
Latest upload: Apr 21, 2014
3 photos
233 views
Latest upload: Jan 1, 2014
1 photo
52 views
Latest upload: Sep 25, 2013
1 photo
122 views
Latest upload: Sep 17, 2013
1 photo
71 views
Latest upload: Jul 4, 2013
thegunner100's Lists
2 Lists
Last Updated 8/5/12
Last Updated 8/5/12


text: advantages and benefits of airport airport taxi, car provider, transportation, air port shuttle, limo serviceThe most significantbenefit of air-port transfer services is the time saved. It is common knowledge time is important and by picking a helicopter to the air-port, a person might depart later. air port transfer services will take away the have to depart for the airport hours early in case of traffic. This will also to refrain from losing a flight and having to pay expensive fees to transfer tickets. Several different businesses who offer air-port transfer services will even afford no-cost shuttle from the helicopter landing area to the airline terminal.air port taxi cab, car service, shuttle, airport shuttle, limo service People are busier than ever before today and want to save time wherever they can. Picking a heli-copter to the air port benefits both the vacationer and common business flyer. Get to the air port not simply in style but quickly through air-port transfer services.air port taxi, sedan service, shuttle, airport transportation, limo provider


text:
See more news releases in
- Home Improvement
- Construction & Building
- Trade Show News
Masco Corporation Announces Live Webcast Of Presentation At Investor Conference - December 11, 2013
TAYLOR, Mich., Dec. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS) today announced that Chief Financial Officer John Sznewajs will present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2013 U.S. Basic Materials Conference in Boston, Massachusetts, on December 11, 2013 at 2:05 p.m. ET.
Masco Corporation's presentation will be webcast live under the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.masco.com.
A replay of the webcast will be available via Masco's website through March 10, 2014.
Headquartered in Taylor, Michigan, Masco Corporation is one of the world's leading manufacturers of home improvement and building products, as well as a leading provider of services that include the installation of insulation and other building products.
Masco Corporation's press releases and other information are available under the Investor Relations section of Masco's website at www.masco.com.
SOURCE Masco Corporation
More by this Source
- Masco Corporation Announces Executive Appointments
- Jun 03, 2014, 14:00 ET
- Masco Corporation Announces Live Webcast Of Presentation At Investor Conference - June 5, 2014
- May 22, 2014, 09:00 ET
- Masco Corporation Announces Live Webcast Of Presentation At Investor Conference - May 15, 2014
- May 01, 2014, 09:55 ET
Custom Packages
Browse our custom packages or build your own to meet your unique communications needs.
PR Newswire Membership
Fill out a PR Newswire membership form or contact us at (888) 776-0942.
Learn about PR Newswire services
Request more information about PR Newswire products and services or call us at (888) 776-0942.


text:
Santa Trains
Santa train advance sales begin August 24 at 7pm.
Fall Color trains going fast
People are buying Fall Color Tour tickets sooner and faster than we expected, and many runs are sold out. Don't miss out! Make your plans and buy tickets soon. Or avoid the crazy rush and enjoy our Regular Season trains, which run on the same route this year.
Next Run August 23
Summer is a fantastic time to ride the Southern Michigan Railroad. Trains run from Clinton (on US-12) and cross farms, woods and the beautiful Red Mill pond. Next regular trains are Saturday August 23. You can reserve in advance or just come on down.
Summer trains depart at 11, 1 and 3 - from Clinton station, at
320 S. Division St., Clinton, MI 49236.
Most people will come in on US-12 - just turn at the Comerica bank and follow the tracks. You can't miss the rail yard. Other trains leave from different locations! Check your ticket!
Reservations available Now
Reservations are now available for the summer season. You can also reserve the very popular Fall Color Tours, and we recommend you do - advance sales sold out in a week last year. Note that Color Tours leave from a new location and use the Clinton route.
How to get the latest news
Stay tuned - we're working hard to add more dates. Every crew member is a volunteer and it takes a lot of coordination.
* Join our email list here Make sure to read and click the confirmation email.
* Connect to us on Facebook or Google+. We are @Train_Ride on Twitter.
Help build Michigan's railroad museum
Join our volunteer crews and help us run the trains, preserve the historic cars and save Michigan's first branch line railroad. Or, you can help us with donations, click here.
Thank you for great Fall and Santa events.
Our volunteers were blown away by how many people came to ride. You helped us build Michigan's best operating railroad museum. We hope we see you again next year.


text:
Josh Wiggins stars as a juvenile delinquent who begins to drag his younger brother into harm's way in this gritty, emotionally true family tragedy. (Sundance Institute)
�Hellion� is hard stuff.
A study in the ramifications of tragedy, it follows 13-year-old Jacob (newcomer Josh Wiggins), a budding juvenile delinquent and motorcycle racing hopeful. Since the death of his mother, Jacob has been the guardian of his younger brother, Wes (Deke Garner), while his father Hollis (Aaron Paul) essentially drinks away the pain.
Unfortunately, Jacob�s idea of taking care of Wes includes having him join in on the assorted acts of vandalism he and his buddies enjoy. One of these activities ends with a six-month suspension from school and enrollment in a sort of pre-juvie boot camp for Jacob.
Still, he continues to be the �Hellion� of the film�s title, and eventually authorities come around and remove Wes, placing him in the home of his stable aunt Pam (Juliette Lewis, in perhaps her first role as a stable anything). To the horror of both Jacob and Hollis, Wes thrives with Pam.
Hollis decides he has to pull himself together and win back the right to father his son. Jacob dreams that if he can win a local motorcycle race, somehow the family will come back together.
This is where writer-director Kat Candler, who shows an emotionally true eye throughout the film, makes all the right moves. She never lets �Hellion� become a fable of cheap redemption. In fact, the pain that drives the film seems to be contagious, leading to a harrowing confrontation of messed-up kids.
The acting overall is strong, but Paul, still testing the waters after �Breaking Bad,� is extraordinarily controlled. Hidden behind a full beard, confused as a father and broken as a man, he is both victim and enabler. His is a hell easily believed.
Not rated
Running time: 94 minutes
Review: Conspiracies and gunfire drive 'November Man'
Review: 'Calvary's' premise suffers for the sins of its plot
Review: 'What If' is classic romantic woe with pixie dust sprinkles
Review: In 'The Giver,' human spirit prevails in an oppressive future
Review: 'I Origins' finds the balance between science and spirit
Review: 'Five Star Life' makes for a two-and-a-half star film
Review: Best wait for 'Into the Storm' to blow over
Review: 'Hundred-Foot Journey' goes to a good place
Review: 'Guardians of the Galaxy' revitalizes the space Western
Review: Hoffman embraces tension in spy thriller 'Most Wanted Man'
Review: Unlike most shoot-'em-ups, 'Lucy' dabbles in the cosmos
Review: 'Purge: Anarchy' rights an inherent wrong
Review: Post-apocalyptic 'Aftermath' offers nothing but misery
Review: 'Wish I Was Here' just is not all there
Review: Joyless 'Sex Tape' feels more like a sitcom
More Tom Long
- Review: Conspiracies and gunfire drive 'November Man'
- Overnight sensation is 15 years in the making
- Review: 'Land Ho!' follows two old friends reviving their lives in Iceland
- 5 upcoming events for some cultural salvation
- Review: In 'The Giver,' human spirit prevails in an oppressive future
- Review: 'What If' is classic romantic woe with pixie dust sprinkles
- Review: 'Calvary's' premise suffers for the sins of its plot


text:
Mark Siewert, principal of Earl LeGette Elementary School in Fair Oaks, will be the new principal at Andrew Carnegie Middle School in the San Juan Unified School District, the district announced.
The district also named Brent Givens, an alumnus of Del Campo High, as the next principal of John Barrett Middle School, replacing retiring Principal Lisa Herstrom Smith.
Both the Siewert and Givens appointments take effective Aug. 5.
Siewert started with the San Juan district in 1988 as a teacher for former Starr King Elementary (now Starr King K-8), where he taught special education, media, electives and physical education. He also served as an intervention specialist before he was named the middle school vice principal 18 years later.
In 2008, Siewert became an interim principal at Oakview Community Elementary and, a year later, was appointed principal for LeGette Elementary.
Siewert was an active member of the district's strategic planning, was a coordinator for GATE and school standardized testing and an intervention math coach. He also was active in leading professional development opportunities for staff.


text:
Are you a member of a registered student arts organization on campus? Are you interested in working with other arts organizations on campus to advance the arts community at Michigan? The Arts at Michigan Student Arts Organization Roundtable (SAOR) is a monthly forum that brings together student arts leaders from across the UM campus to advocate, communicate and build community around student-led art-making.
Don't see a student org that shares your interests or goals? Learn how to start your own Student Organization from the Center for Campus Involvement!
Arts at Michigan provides the first funding program at the U-M dedicated to supporting undergraduate initiatives in the arts. Student Mini-Grants funding supports arts and cultural projects that have a significant impact on campus life. Start an application here!
The Accolades are a new award meant to recognize achievement in the arts at U of M. Visit their Facebook page and submit your best work for consideration for awards ranging from Best Theatrical Performance to Best Publication Design!View View Archive


text:
I Want To Know Your Favourite ' South Park ' Quote
For the South Park enthusiasts who appreciate a little dry, dirty, and offensive humour...... 30 People
Cartman.CARTMAN : Look if you don't come and do this show, I'll make you eat your parents! PHILLIP : Yeah, whatever kid. STAN : He'll do it dude!
"Cartman you are such a big fat ***that people walk by and say 'GOD DAMMIT THATS A BIG FAT ***!'" -Kyle, the best joke in the history of TV
catchphrasejones 18-21, M 0 Apr 8
Wendy.WENDY : Ms. Ellen, can I talk to you? MS. ELLEN : Of course, Wendy. WENDY : I couldn't help but notice you've taken a liking to my boyfriend Stan. MS. ELLEN : Well, I've taken a liking to all of you. You're all so young and cute and full of life... WENDY : Can I tell you...
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 1 Response 0 Mar 21, 2010
Garrison.MR. GARRISON (responding to the M.A.C. initiative) : I don't know. Maybe they're all just on their periods or something. GREGORY : Mr. Garrison, Wendy and I believe that was a sexist statement. MR. GARRISON : Well I'm sorry Wendy, but I just don't trust anything that bleeds...
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 1 Response 0 Mar 16, 2010
darkangellights 18-21, F 0 Mar 15, 2012
Got To Love Them AllStan: You know, somebody once said, "Don't try to be a great man, just be a man."Jesus: Who said that?Stan: You did, Jesus.Jesus: You're right, Stan. Thank you, boys!Kyle: Wow, did he say that in the Bible?Stan: Nah, I saw it on Star Trek.---------Cartman: "Screw you guys...
jssp 41-45, F 1 Mar 19, 2013
Here Y'all Go...THE BEST EVER!!!
urbrandofheroin 22-25, F 3 Responses 1 Mar 18, 2010
Cartman.CARTMAN : If dolphins are so smart, why do they get caught in those fishing nets all the time?
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 1 Response 0 Mar 18, 2010
Token.MR. BLACK : All right, Token, we know you must be very confused about what you saw. RANDY MARSH : Yes, uh, you see, Token, that was called a pornographic film. It shows adult men and adult women having sexual intercourse. Well, you, you see, when a man and a woman fall in love...
Garrison.MR. GARRISON : That means I'm not really a woman! I'm just a guy with a mutilated penis! DOCTOR : Basically, yes.
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 2 Responses 1 Mar 21, 2010
Chef.CHEF : Hello there, children. STAN : Chef, what would a priest want to stick up my butt? CHEF : Goodbye.
Cartman.CARTMAN : I'm not fat. I have a different life choice.
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 1 Response 0 Mar 18, 2010
Butters, We Heard A Rumor That You Might Have A Little Girlfriend? Sally Darson?"Aw hell Dad, I got lots of girlfriends. Sally's just my bottom *****."
Shego 22-25, F 2 Responses 0 Mar 17, 2010
Cartman.CARTMAN : I'm gonna be Jesus. KYLE : You're too fat to be Jesus. Stan should be Jesus. CARTMAN : Either I'm Jesus or screw you guys I'm going home. KYLE : All right, all right, you can be Jesus, you tubby cry baby. CARTMAN : Sticks and stones may break my bones but I'm...
Cartman.MR. GARRISON : Eric you're not half bi. CARTMAN : I'm like a quarter bi. My grandpa was bi so that makes me a quarter bi. MR. GARRISON : WHAT?!?
Good Old Towlie =)I love the episode where they are trying to replace kenny as a friend (the one with Professor Chaos), and they are talking about Towlie Kyle says"Towelie is a tough choice because, even though I can see how always having a towel around can come in handy, he's just always...
TheWanderingSupertramp 22-25, M 3 Responses 0 Mar 17, 2010
Cartman.CARTMAN : You guys are hella stupid. STAN : Why do you keep saying "hella" Cartman ? CARTMAN : Coz i'm hella cool, that's why.
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 6 Responses 1 Mar 16, 2010
Kyle.CARTMAN : You seem a little irritable Kyle. You got some sand in your vagina? KYLE : There's no sand in my vagina!
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 2 Responses 0 Mar 21, 2010
Cartman.CARTMAN : Mr. Garrison, Stan's behavior is having an adverse effect on my education. STAN : Shut up, Cartman!
Cartman.CARTMAN : For my book report I read The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. It was very, very good. Have you read it Mr. Garrison? MR. GARRISON : No I can't say that I have. CARTMAN : Oh good. In The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, a bunch of, uh, hippies walk around and...
Kenny.[Tweek is worried about his family becoming poor] CARTMAN : You can always go on welfare. Just look at Kenny's family, they're perfectly happy being poor and they're on welfare. Right, Kenny? KENNY : **** you! CARTMAN : Heh-heh, you suck, Kenny.
Cartman.CARTMAN : Mister! You gotta help me, I'm starving to death! WORKER : What are you doing out here, little boy? CARTMAN : I was with my class, and we got all lost in the rainforest and I need some food; I'm fading fast. WORKER : Lost in the rain forest? Oh my Lord! Where are all...
Cartman.JIMMY : Hey, fellas, where's Cartman? STAN : Cartman isn't our friend anymore. KYLE : We're ignoring him. TOKEN : Ignoring him, how come? KYLE : Because he's a fat, racist, self-centered, intolerant, manipulating sociopath. TOKEN : Oh yeah.
Kenny.[Kenny reappears after being dead for the whole sixth season] KENNY : Hey, guys what's going on? STAN : Oh, hey, Kenny. KYLE : Hey, dude, where have you been? KENNY : Over there. [points offscreen]
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 2 Responses 0 Mar 21, 2010
TP.TERRANCE : Scott really hates us, Phillip. PHILLIP : Yes, perhaps he's homophobic. TERRANCE : But we're not gay, Phillip. PHILLIP : We're not?
Cartman.CARTMAN : My mom says there's a lot of Black people in Africa.
TheRealMimi 31-35, F 1 Response 0 Mar 16, 2010
Related Experiences
I know it's not a bar but starburst
xlovelybutterflyx 13-15, F 0 22 hrs ago
Classic crunch <3 !
fauxlady 22-25, F 0 Aug 16
You happen to be invited to go to any of our retailers and you will be greeted by our welcoming, Specialist group. Our gross sales crew are the best while in the company. They can...
Tysonlk318 31-35, M 1 Response 0 Aug 22
Everyone has their show, and mine is South Park. I've seen every episode at least a good 4 times. It even helps me sleep
WVMBO 16-17, M 0 Aug 3
I feel like I am so different from everybody else, and I absolutely love it. I feel like nobody totally gets me, but it's perfect, I have my own vision of everything. I feel...
kladitor 16-17, F 1 Aug 12
Should they reduced their costs by about fifty% It will be an excellent keep, I even now shell out quite a while going for walks close to listed here and afterwards just go away...
Lillafyq 31-35, M 1 Response 0 Aug 19
I posted this on another account, but I lost it. When I was about 10 years old I went to the water park with one of my friends and her mom. The water park had one of those really...
James2271 18-21, M 0 4 days ago
Bloody hell without a doubt Ron Weasley is my top favourite! 😊😆
TargetAimShootKill 13-15, F 3 Responses 1 Aug 9
Let It Shine Camp Rock Camp Rock 2 Miracle In Lane 2 Full Court Miracle Motocrossed Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken Double Teamed Right On Track Class Elevator Girl Flower Girl Sixteen...
blossomingbeauti 36-40, F 1 Aug 23
We are just ordinary people driven to revenge in the name of justice. But if revenge is called justice, then that justice breeds yet more revenge....and becomes a chain of hatred...
TheBlazingRedAugust 18-21, M 0 4 days ago
I didn't ask for your life story nerd ~Northernlion
adav218 13-15, M 0 Aug 22
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-)"Crushcrushcrush" by ParamoreI got a lot to say to youYeah, I got a lot to sayI noticed your eyes...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 1 Response 1 Aug 7
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-)"Morning Glory" by OasisAll your dreams are madeWhen you're chained to (your) mirror with (your...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 1 Response 1 Aug 20
Love to me is powerful. It's scary, especially when you resign yourself to never feeling loved. When you find it love takes a hold of you, it fills you and changes you and you...
Lucienn 18-21, T 3 Responses 2 Aug 9
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-)"Who Will Save Your Soul" by JewelPeople living their lives for you on TVThey say they're better...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 1 Response 1 Aug 12
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-)"The Longest Time" by Billy JoelOh, oh, ohFor the longest timeOh, oh, ohFor the longest timeIf you...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 1 Response 1 Aug 15
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-)"Baby, Come to Me" by James Ingram & Patti Austin[PATTI:]Thinkin' back in timeWhen love was only in...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 2 Responses 1 6 days ago
http://www.blogthings.com/whatsyournameshiddenmeaningquiz/ You are confident, self assured, and capable. You are not easily intimidated. You master any and all skills easily. You...
mother1983 26-30, F 0 4 days ago
I am gonna have to say my favorite drug by far is MDMA. MDMA is certainly an amazing drug, but it seems to have become a rarity nowadays, between the difficulty to find it and the...
dodongo55 18-21, M 1 Response 0 Aug 6
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-)"I Want You to Want Me" by Cheap TrickI want you to want meI need you to need meI'd love you to love...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 1 Response 1 Aug 14
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-)"Hold Me Now" by the Thompson TwinsI have a picture,pinned to my wall.An image of you and of me and...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 2 Responses 3 Aug 23
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-"The Waiting" by Tom Petty & the HeartbreakersOh baby don't it feel like heaven right nowDon't it...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 1 Response 1 4 days ago
"Magic" by ColdplayCall it magicCall it trueCall it magicWhen I'm with youAnd I just got brokenBroken into twoStill I call it magicWhen I'm next to youAnd I don't, and I don't and...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 2 Responses 2 3 days ago
Every day that I have no contact with my crush, I'm going to upload a song. ;-)"The Ghost In You" by the Psychedelic FursA man in my shoes runs a lightAnd all the papers lied...
TheTruthIfItKillsMe 46-50, F 1 Response 1 Aug 6