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Cuir de Russie Parfum
Cuir de Russie is a masterpiece, and quoting another fellow reviewer from basenotes (of-scenter), it belongs to my pantheon of leathers. Its so beautifully done, the overdose of iris, the smoky birch tar with the citrus in the opening creating a sour animalic aura, its very dark and luxurious at the same time. An image that comes to my mind is Coco wearing a black patent leather cape over a white satin gown or even the famous Helmut Newton photo in witch the model is wearing a Couture Saint Laurent tuxedo.
Beaux and Coco managed to capture the essence of the feminist movement and the free spirit of the contemporary woman, that is, the duality of femininity and amazone fighter. I can see the working girl that uses seduction as a weapon, the dominatrix controlling her male slave and even house wives that knows how to convince their husbands to do what they want. The strange thing its that its is so classical and modern at the same time, i think thats why it reminds me of Yves and Helmut Newton, the erotic gender bender game, women dressing as men, women taking control over their desires and taking care of their lives. I fell like it represents Coco's own personal way of life, financially independent but emotionally dependent of her lovers at the same time.
CdR is a very feminine fragrance and you can smell that because its full of flowers but then again its so masculine, the flowers are very animalic, the birch is incredibly smokey and improper for a women and I think thats what makes this fragrance so grand and important. Its full of contradictions, its very personal, not the type of fragrance you would wear to attract someone but rather to satisfy your own desire. This fragrance and nº19 to me represents much more then nº5 whats Chanel is all about but unfortunately they doesn't get the attention they should specially Cuir de Russie...
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Southampton Grand Cru - Southampton Publick House
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Ontario (Canada)
4.5/5 rDev +6.4%
Exceptional beer 2003. Surprising grand cru with bold spice. Good carbonation, full mouthfeel. Must be consumed with food. Lots of spice: cloves, cinammon, licorice anise, corriander and hops and malt for balance. Also the orange and tropical fruit and candy sugar cream in yeast. Like an American over-the-top Fantome. And that's some compliment.
12-04-2004 23:49:24 | More by Sammy
4.5/5 rDev +6.4%
02-01-2013 04:59:15 | More by t0rin0
4.3/5 rDev +1.7%
Thanks to DrAwkward82 for sharing this one at jmgrub's tasting.
Best by 9/30/14.
Pours a slightly murky honey orange with a foamy tan head that settles to a film on top of the beer. Small streaks of lace form around the glass on the drink down. Smell is of grain, spices, Belgian yeast, and some slight citrus aromas. Taste is pretty much the same with the spices lingering on the finish. There is a mild spice bitterness on the palate with each sip. This beer has a good level of carbonation with a crisp mouthfeel. Overall, this is a very good beer with a nice set of aromas and an even better taste.
05-14-2012 06:01:10 | More by UCLABrewN84
New Jersey
4/5 rDev -5.4%
12-04-2011 19:47:09 | More by djrn2
4.03/5 rDev -4.7%
Thanks to SpeedWayJim for hooking me up with this one.
A: Pours a somewhat-hazy light copper color with an off-white head. Very nice carbonation along with a massive head as it was poured into my tulip.
S: Coriander, spice, sweet malt, a bit alcohol creaminess (hard to describe; reminiscent of Rochefort 10).
T: Quite a few spices, not as much as in the nose however. A bit of caramel and sweetness as well.
M: Medium bodied and quite creamy. Not too much of an alcohol presence.
D: Not as complex as some of the better BSPA's, but very nice. Glad I got to try this one.
03-08-2010 14:59:18 | More by Thorpe429
District of Columbia
4.25/5 rDev +0.5%
11-24-2011 19:29:42 | More by nmann08
New York
4.33/5 rDev +2.4%
A: The beer is clear yellowish orange in color and has no visible carbonation. It poured with a finger high white head that gradually died down, leaving some lacing on the surface and a coating of bubbles down the sides of the glass.
S: There are strong bouquet of citrusy aromas in the nose (orange stands out in particular) along with smells of candi sugars and spices.
T: Similar to the smell, the taste has complex flavors of candi sugars with some malty sweetness and notes of orange peel and spices.
M: It feels medium-bodied and rather smooth on the palate with a moderate amount of carbonation. A bit of bitterness and warming from the alcohol is noticeable in the finish.
O: The beer seems to be more malty compared to other beers in the style but hides its alcohol well and isn't cloying.
11-29-2011 04:27:51 | More by metter98
4.88/5 rDev +15.4%
Diaphanous tangerine with multiple energetic bubbles leading up to a regal crown that looks like it belongs on one of Belgium's finest. The foam is pale orange-tinted ivory in color and is softly, smoothly rocky. When it eventually begins to relent, sudsy streamers of lace can be seen on the the upper reaches of the glass. Whatever else Southampton did right with this beer, and I'm guessing a lot, they nailed the look of a world-class BSPA.
I love the way a really good Belgian ale smells. This one adds to that enjoyment by putting a twist on the style with the addition of a few of my favorite spices: dried orange peel, ground coriander seed and star anise. I could never have identified them on my own, but I believe I can pick each one out if I really work at it. The order of prominence is just as they're listed on the bottle (and above).
Southampton Grand Cru is the best beer of 2007 so far; by a long shot. One large gulp is all it takes to tell me that this is a magical concoction that can stand tall and proud with the world's most spectacular BSPAs. If Phil Markowski's goal was to pay homage to the best that Belgium has to offer, he's reached that goal and then some. The only question is, will I be able to think of enough complementary adjectives or will I have to reuse a few?
Wow! There's so much going on in each mouthful that I don't know where to start. The pale malt and candi sugar backbone is amazingly supple and is the bedrock on which the rest of the beer is built. Sweet just does hold its own against bitter and spicy. I'm amazed at how much pungent, grassy (probably German) hoppiness is present and I'm even more amazed that it works as well as it does.
In terms of spice additions, none of them overpowers the others. Each one is able to be appreciated in turn if one simply focuses on that particular flavor. It's difficult to point to one reason why this beer is so spectacular. If pressed, I'd say it's the uniqueness imparted by the addition of such non-typical spices. This may be the world's first Imperial witbier. It's definitely the best.
As always when it comes to such delicious, high-ABV beer, I need to slow down so that I can continue to record my impressions. There's very little hint of alcohol on the palate; yet another reason to be humbled by this masterpiece of the brewer's art. It doesn't happen often, but I suddenly find myself wishing I had a case. Make that two cases.
The place where most American brewers (except Allagash) typically fall short when they attempt to brew the Belgian styles is the mouthfeel. Southampton has hit the mouthfeel nail on the head with a solid gold hammer. The sprightly effervescence provided by all those bubbles belies the underlying firm silkiness provided by all that malt. My mouth is as happy as it's been in a very long time.
Beer like this makes me glad to be alive. This is one of the best BSPAs that I've ever had, no matter the country of origin. Sometimes I sit and marvel at the complexity in each mouthful, and sometimes I simply enjoy what's happening to my taste buds. It's only January, but it's going to be hard for any brewer to top the sheer brilliance of Southampton Grand Cru during the remainder of 2007.
01-20-2007 22:22:56 | More by BuckeyeNation
Quebec (Canada)
2/5 rDev -52.7%
Bottle (Courtesy of Hopdog): Poured an orangey color ale with a small bubbly head with limited retention. Aroma of orange is quite intense with something sweet that didnt mix very well with the beer. Taste is like a mix between an orange crush and an average Belgian ale and was not really what I expected from this beer. The flavour doesnt really mix well and body was quite thin. I was expecting to be impressed by this beer based on previous rating but I am now wondering if I totally missed something or if this was a bad bottle. This was definitely one of the worst offerings that I had the chance to try form this usually fine brewery.
11-06-2006 20:25:59 | More by Phyl21ca
4.35/5 rDev +2.8%
It's always a privilage to drink a top rated beer, especially one from Southampton. This beer holds true to its Belgian Pale roots while giving a bright hoppy taste, fruity dominance, and spicy textures.
The beer sure dresses for the occation. A firm and steady pour proves difficult to get fit into the chalice. A huge, rocky head billows from the liquid in an expansive and lively fashion. Solid but deeply golden in color, the beer pushed into orange, rusty, and amber territories. Great formation of the off-white foam and it lingers for ever. Great lacing on the glass reaffirms the quality of the appearance.
Pear dominant in the aroma but with accompanying esters of pears, apples, white grapes, mangos, oranges, pineapple and figs. Caramel scents and bready malts provide complimentary notes from the malts. Spicy from phenolic character that carry white pepper, corriander, nutmeg, and allspice notes. Hops are really not detected in the nose.
Flavors of the beer hold much more caramel and true barley taste than expected from the Belgian Pales. However, those ripe and lighter fruits shine here very well (see those in the aroma). The sweetness of the beer keeps the spiciness balanced and keeps them in check. Light earthy hops give flavors of grasses, pine, and a slight mustiness that creates complexity.
The body is a bit sweeter and heavier than I expect- making it feel more like a Tripel or a Biere de Garde/Mars. Definately not the bone-dry spicy version that I find in Duvel, but pleasant to drink nonetheless. Fruits and earthy hop bitterness linger long into the finish; almost as deep as the spicy phenols allow.
A very, very nice beer. I cannot make up my mind whether I think the sweetness is an asset or a deterant to the beer- whichever, it is modest. There's also an 'it' quality in the earthy musty components of the beer that is clean and robust which helps to differentiate this beer from the herd. All beers that are rated this highly definately need an 'it' quality beyond just meeting the style.
Thanks JNN4V!
08-01-2009 03:35:57 | More by BEERchitect
South Carolina
3.7/5 rDev -12.5%
Had been intrested in trying this for a while based on teh strong reviews I had seen posted. I am not really that big of a fan of the style, though it does not displease me. Acquired through a BIF before I could get these in North Carolina, it had been awaiting me to try it for a few weeks now, so I delve in. Poured a deep hazy yellowish amber with a large, white head that was very slow to fade and left behind significant lace. Lots of streaming carbonation was evident and bubble chains were rising throughout the session.
Aroma was very sour, with lots of hints of grapes and pears and a slight touch of alcohol. Smell was not overpowering, but not faint either, good balanced and sour smell, almost wine like. First impression of the taste was sour, and lively. Very good feel, due in part to great carbonation gave it a very light and modestly smooth feel. Went down very easy, albeit it did have a somewhat syrupy thickness to it. Their were very bitter flavors present from the start, huge notes of sour grapes, pears and various other fruits were plentiful. A slight noticable grainy or yeast presence was their which came through as it warmed up. Again alcohol was not trying to hide in this one which made it a definate sipper to say the least.
Overall this was a good one to try, and if you are a fan of the style I could see why you would like this. A bit too sour for my tastes, and came off a bit too wine like. I would say give it a try as it is a more than decent offering that is obvious that alot of work when into creating.
07-01-2007 20:41:29 | More by mikesgroove
4/5 rDev -5.4%
01-12-2013 01:12:00 | More by spycow
2.75/5 rDev -35%
01-10-2013 22:32:44 | More by westcoastbeerlvr
4.33/5 rDev +2.4%
Dragged this home from NYC a year ago, now is the time to finally indulge. I'm guessing it's at least a 2 year old bottle, considering the reputation of New Beer Distributors.
Small pop of the cork, and a foamy geyser suddenly builds momentum. Luckily the glass was nearby to catch it! Deep, hazy orange body. Tiny rivulets of carbonation. Overripe fruity aroma of persimmon, and cookie dough.
Taste is complex, some spice, clear notes of dried orange peel, bubblegum, herbal hops, and earthy coriander. Juicy and soft at first, with a moderate fullness. Well carbonated, but not too prickly. It seems to taper off halfway, letting some of the alcohol show through. A fresh bottle seemed drier than this one, with more zesty citrus. The spice is still there, just somewhat subdued.
Delicious and very smooth after 2 years in the bottle.
Made a nice pairing with some aged Gruyere.
09-15-2007 01:14:37 | More by emerge077
3.2/5 rDev -24.3%
Appearance: Bright, clear amber with a fluffy blanket of white froth.
Smell: Sweet, spicy and estery. Banana and melon, coriander, a bit of white pepper.
Taste & mouthfeel: This stuff is absolutely packed with complex fruit flavors; orange, banana, mango, melon and pear all come to mind. Spices are present underneath, with anise and coriander shining through quite strongly. Syrupy, almost cloying sweetness sticks to the tongue in the finish - this one is a bit too sweet for my taste. A hint of drying alcohol appears in the finish after the sweetness subsides.
03-25-2008 01:28:24 | More by largadeer
4/5 rDev -5.4%
11-15-2011 03:30:55 | More by JAHMUR
4.88/5 rDev +15.4%
A hazy marmalade body lies beneath a huge head of pillowy off-white foam. Fine bubbles stream steadily upwards - continually adding to the head - and it holds a solid 1/2" or more throughout the entire glass. If that alone made up its appearance it would still be beautiful, but the almost solid sheets of Brussels lace are quite mesmerizing!
Delicate orange and vanilla cream candy (think creamsicle) reside in the nose with just a smattering of brilliant, fresh spice to jazz it up. It's quite alluring, and could almost be enjoyed on its own.
The mouthfeel reveals a meium/light body that's accentuated by a gently effervescent carbonation. It initally tingles the tongue, but then warms to become quite creamy!
The flavor is quite rich without being overwhelming; and it initially accentuates its cookie dough and candyish malt. Midway, however, a supple spiciness and orange flavor appear as it warms. Flashes of alcohol act to enliven its character, rather than detracting; and it finishes soft and sweet with a thin wash of drying alcohol and some residual cookie dough sweetness.
A most impressive brew! Its lush flavors are delivered within a perfect mouthfeel. Extremely well done. and absolutely worth seeking out! This beer rivals some of the top Belgain ales!
08-24-2003 03:05:45 | More by NeroFiddled
4.33/5 rDev +2.4%
Pours a slightly clouded gold with a sizeable white head that falls, but not too quickly. Nose is heavy with a yeast influence and a lemon edge. Flavor is tangy and sweet when it is colder. But when it is warmer, it presents a spiced strong ale. The spices peek out much more than the tang or the sugar when it is cold. Feel has a lot of bubble on the mouth, but a thicker liquid feel with a slightly slimy type of character. I know that is a weird word to use, but to me that is what it is. It is not syrupy, but it does have a different type of texture to the fluid. Overall, drinkability is high. Its a bit too tangy in my opinion, but its still another good production from Southampton.
12-31-2007 01:34:35 | More by RblWthACoz
Rhode Island
4.33/5 rDev +2.4%
On-tap 10/9/08 at Pitcher's Pub in Cumberland, RI, served in a goblet glass.
A: The beer is a light golden brown color, with a short off-white head that fades slowly and leaves a thick lace on the glass.
S: The aroma is of apples, Belgian yeast, light malts, spices and a touch of hops.
T: The taste is sweet and tart up front with flavors of apples & caramel. Then the breadiness of Belgian yeast follows along with a heart malt character. There's a mild hops presence that brings a good balance. The after-taste is slightly sweet.
M: Crisp and very smooth, medium body, medium carbonation, finish is dry and slightly sticky.
D: Very tasty, goes down easily, not too filling, strong kick, good representation of style, this is nice high-gravity Belgian beer that is worth drinking for a long time.
10-13-2008 17:06:09 | More by TheManiacalOne
4.18/5 rDev -1.2%
Got this from either unholy2 or beeronthebrain, I'll toast them both! Decanted into my Duvel tulip:
Pours an effervescent orange/peach with 1 finger of tan colored head. Also has Fred Eckhart Noisiness! Hazes a bit a the bottom of the bottle. minimal head retention & lacing. plus very viscous in appearance
S: Some apricot & honey
T: Intense passion fruit, much dryness, honey malt, pineapple & lemony hops up front. Loads of toffee & much tropical fruit as this warms, plus honey dryness & some coriander & peppery hops once warm. Fruittyness really picks up the more this warms, along with oaky dryness. Finishes very dry; with slight smokeyness. This almost pulled a 5.0, not quite perfect
MF: Syrupy with a modicum of carbonation. Pretty warming with just a bit of boozy hotness. but within style, almost makes me think mead, very thick!
Complexity & dryness hurts the drinkability, but only a bit. This would right at home in Belgium. Well done SouthHampton!!
04-15-2008 05:12:04 | More by russpowell
4.58/5 rDev +8.3%
After some struggle, the cork comes off with a palpable POP, and I am ready to begin my first encounter with this fabled ale...bottle's a bit heavy, so I'm going to go against the grain, and drink from a glass...no chuggin' for me tonight...deep amber color, a rich orange, almost, with a flush of carbonation filling the glass from top to bottom, and back, all sitting under a sexy head, a gentle, purring thing, all delicate and lacey, gossamer, inviting, urging one to break peace with it's beauty and, go ahead, take a bite...but, first, the nose...bit of sour and must at the forefront, fruity and ripe, tangy and tantalizing...
on the tongue, a tartness at first, tingly hops, rich fruit, dazzling carbonation, . Fruit is a factor, but is never too tart, and not at all too sweet. Citrus, plus some tropical tastes, as well, bit of pineapple, peach, mango, with the lemon and orange...a brilliant choice as a desert beer, for it soothes the soul, and eases the mind, as well as quenching the thirst, and relaxing the palate. Brilliant in many ways, really..."ale brewed with spices" speaks the label, but which, I wonder....coriander, clove, and cardamom are my wild choices, probably wrong, ...not too strong, a "mere" 9.5%,... not too thick and sweet, not too sour, neither. Hey, I've still got half a bottle left to complete my thoughts with, though some time must be spent merely lifting my soul from the normal sphere of the ordinary into realms of the sublime, relaxing in my mind along unexplored rivers of the imaginary universe, sending the mind into places unbespoke, not normally navigated until an elixir like this breaks the spell that confines us all into the normal cages of the physical plane...that sort of stuff.
So. Like I said. Review over. Time to float down the canals of the soul's last refuge and best respose...
09-15-2004 09:06:13 | More by feloniousmonk
4.38/5 rDev +3.5%
Poured into a Troublette glass. Beer is yellow with a soft white head of small and medium bubbles. Big bottle, corked and caged, mild haze, almost an amberish color, on the dark yellow side, moderate carbonation, it looks good.
Beer is mildly spicy and pretty bready with some nice esters. Smells good.
Beer finishes really dry, that's the first thing I notice. Sweet up front with some interesting esters in the midpalate, minimal spice for an ale that is advertised as a spice ale, but I actually like that the spices are kind of hidden. There is some bitterness that I am picking up now with the finish of the beer, the yeast character is coming through more now. The ester levels are growing and it's a great feeling beer. I'd have it again for sure, very nice. I need to drink more South Hampton beers.
12-21-2010 02:37:46 | More by drabmuh
4.55/5 rDev +7.6%
From the 750series corked and caged brown bottle purchased at Capone's in Norristown, Pa.
Decanted cool into a La Fin Du Monde tulip.
A - With a jubilant "Perrrup!" the cork, which appears discolored and ready to crack is ejected from the neck. A hazy golden amber w/ more than 3 fingers of creamy off white rise above the glass rim and fall to about 2 fingers settling w/ a fine bead and pockets of cloudy head.
S - Fragrant fruity and coriander mixed aromas make a stunning greeting w/ full yeasty esters. Jam-like w/ marmalade and orange rind notes. Nutty and peppery w/ coriander and star anise playing supporting roles.
M - A full, refreshing, highly effervescent crisp feel at first w/ a spicy/alcoholic blend that is smoothed out w/ malt and yeasty notes. A mix of subtle honey-like sweetness and spicy, dry coarse edges superbly blended w/ only a minimal amount of warming.
T - A flavor that has elements of spice and creamy orange notes is very smooth and dry at times. The peppery coriander notes are received at the sides of the tongue and the back of the throat. Melon and other subtle fruit notes lik papaya and gentle citrusy essence that has no specific flavor profile. Much like an Imperial Wit w/ its spice, embracing the palate w/ a balance that gives the malt a chance to support and the effervessence makes for a warmth the belly might not have expected.
Lovely vinous elements w/ a twang of tart orange peel and almost a white grape level of sour in the finish. Lovely nuances of nutty, almost toasty malt w/ an ever so sensible level of sweetness w/ subtle caramel qualities. As the ale warms a slight amount of hops w/ a pinch of earthy flavors add to the spice which is so well blended it is almost in the aftertaste, laying low under the surface like a complement to the yeast giving a bit of an edge to the malt's full and yeast's round influence on the body. It becomes a sipper showing more malt depth with a spice cake like brilliance.
D - A very interesting beer to experience as it evolves over the course of a couple hours, great to enjoy almost as a meal on its own, rich w/ no more spice than needed. Very traditional in flavor w/ new world touches as good as many Belgians from Belgium w/ nuances you have to spend time w/ this ale to appreciate. Deserving of its' place among the greats I wouuld say 5 given the surroundings and uniqueness. Maybe a crumbly cheese on toasted pita points would go well w/ this. Definitely one of best I have tasted this year. Worthy of the purchase of a case, and truly worthy of its high rating.
12-20-2007 20:18:13 | More by Slatetank
4.33/5 rDev +2.4%
Thanks to thebouch01 and dfclav for this one.
Light fizzy almost 1 finger head fades semi slowly with a touch of lacing over hazy super yeast chunked golden toasty maple orange color.
Nose is loaded with fruit, Belgian yeast, apple, pear, light candi sugar and touch of sweet syrups, light booze, lots if complex lighter malts, white raisin, light nutty contain like spices
Taste starts with a creamy but complex light Belgian like malts, plenty of sweet additions, light candi sugar, sweet mapleish syrup, fairly sweet overall, perhaps too sweet could use some more aging, tons of fruit with apple, pear, white raisin, light nutty spices, little booze warmth and touch of tingle. Finishes semi sweet, a long Belgian yeast and malt finish, more candi sugar and raisin, slightly sticky, touch of bitterness on the finish.
Mouth is med to slightly heavier bodied with decent carb and some warming booze.
Overall very good, a decent version of an Americanized Belgian grand cru, similar to their abt12 but lighter and more fruit, complex and good, hides the booze decently well, great flavors.
04-26-2011 03:26:08 | More by jlindros
New York
4.47/5 rDev +5.7%
The beer pours a cloudy gold color with a towering white head that slowly fades to lacing. The aroma is great. It has a nice pale malt scent along with a spicey bouquet which contains coriander, orange peel, and anise (although I don't really smell the anise). The Belgian yeast adds a beautiful complexity to the aroma. The scent is fruity with a bit of earthiness in it as well. The taste is great as well. This is some smooth beer especially coming in at 9.5% abv. It's pale in the malt bill and fruity in the finish. THe spices round out the taste and add a nice complexity to the flavor. THe mouthfeel is fine. It is a full bodied beer with good carbonation. This is a damn fine beer. It's flavorful and easy drinking.
03-27-2007 20:11:29 | More by WesWes
Southampton Grand Cru from Southampton Publick House
94 out of 100 based on 365 ratings.

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RCMP are looking for a third man in connection with a Halloween home invasion in Kelowna.
A warrant has been issued for 29-year-old Matthew Scott Stewart.
Stewart has been charged with multiple counts of break and enter as well as weapons offences in connection with the home invasion in the 1300 block of Belaire Avenue shortly after midnight November 1.
Police say Stewart is known to frequent the Lower Mainland and say he may have headed there.
A photo of Stewart has been released, however, police caution he has additional tattoos on either side of his neck and has added bulk to his physique since the photo was taken.
Keven Graham was also charged as a result of the home invasion. Graham was charged with break and enter, using a firearm while committing an offence and armed robbery.
At the time of the incident, police indicated two men entered the home with guns and threatened the occupant.
The woman fled the home and called 911.
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Video: 5-year-old attacked by grandmother's dogs
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) - A 5-year-old boy is in surgery tonight after being attacked by his grandmother's dogs. It happened Friday morning in Pulaski County.
THV 11 spoke with the little boy's mother by phone. She says she left her son with his grandmother this morning but before she could even get out of the driveway, she heard screams.
A 6-foot privacy fence surrounds Lula Watson's home with signs warning visitors of what's inside. Friday morning as she walked her 5-year-old grandson through the gates, her dogs attacked both of them. Her neighbor who wished not to show his face said this isn't the first time.
"They are very vicious dogs. They are known to have attacked people. They have killed my dogs, they've killed other people's dogs. They have chased people down the street whenever they get out. When people go down there, if they go inside you are going in at your own risk," says Watson's neighbor.
Lt. Carl Minden with the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office said because Watson could not prove the dogs had been vaccinated, animal control took two pit bull mixes, a rottwheiler and a blood hound away.
"Animal control deemed at this point that they needed to quarantine the dogs. The owner did release them to them. They'll be quarantined, probably have some testing done and the last I heard the child was at children's hospital," says Lt. Minden.
Animal control says the dogs have been deemed vicious and will be held for at least 10 days. They describe the attack as one of the worst maulings they've ever seen. It's a mauling Watson's neighbor says is completely preventable.
"It's okay to have a dog if you gonna put them on a chain. But when you let them run loose in the yard, they gonna get out," says the neighbor.
Animal control says they've been to Watson's home on two other occasions in response to dog bites. The last call occurred in April 2013.
As for the young boy, his mother tells us the dogs bit his head several times and has serious injuries to his right ear and eye. Right now, they're waiting to hear whether or not doctors could save his eye.


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|February 23, 2013 11:00 AM EST
If you are new to the Bare Metal Blog series, find them all here
When assembling a model – any model, from a highly detailed functional replica of an engine to a mass produced plastic model of an airplane – there are several places where things can go wrong. The final product is only as good as the model kit, the glue used, the tools used, and the skill of the craftsman. I've seen the same exact model assembled and painted by two different people that look completely different, simply because of the array of variables and how they interact.
This is true of high tech equipment also, and like modeling, it is often overlooked. Interestingly, in my entire IT career, MTBF has only been a measure that meant a ton in two circumstances: When designing hardware and scoping the parts to go in it, and when talking about storage. In all other endeavors, MTBF if mentioned was a side note.
And yet it matters. It can matter a lot. Like most hardware companies (because we spec our own parts and monitor our own quality), we track MTBF both computed from the sum of the parts with average environmental considerations, and actual tracking based upon support cases involving hardware and RMAs. For us, knowing helps us improve quality. For customers, knowing helps gauge the bounds of useful life for the equipment being purchased. Of course, MTBF is a mean, not a fact, and it is entirely possible for a device to last much longer than its MTBF, in fact the fact that it is a mean kind of implies that roughly half of the devices out there will last longer. But it's the mean, not the median, and most IT shops do not want to plan like a device will last well beyond its MTBF value. MTBF can offer a bit of guidance when it is fairly calculated, and another tool in the evaluation toolbox never hurt an IT shop.
As mentioned earlier in this series, F5 sets quality standards for suppliers to meet, if they wish to continue supplying. This allows a bit better control over MTBF than doing something like "lowest bidder" or similar procurement, simply because the standards set include the quality of parts used, which all rolls into the MTBF calculations – and more importantly for most IT shops, the MTBF reality. While MTBF is a complex set of equations, you can generalize to "the MTBF of a device is as low as or lower than the MTBF of its weakest part". That means supplier quality standards matter in a very real way. I had a RAID array fail on me once – several drives down all at the same time. The array vendor had to count that as a failure, since RAID no longer worked (thank heavens for backups!), but the failure was on the part of one of their suppliers. That's how it is in the manufacturing world whomevers' name is on the box gets the bad rep for quality, regardless of whose handiwork was slipshod. That is why F5's non-stop quality monitoring program (devices are tested from before release until EOL is announced) matters a lot. It's also why quality standards for parts suppliers matter more then getting the absolute cheapest part, as some manufacturers are wont to do.
I will not replicate our entire knowledge base article here, if you have an ask.f5.com account, you can click here to read it. I'll just summarize and pull bits out for the readers' enjoyment.
F5 gear runs the gauntlet from entry level to massive blade systems. As such, MTBF varies from device to device. The worst calculated MTBF for an F5 device is over three years. And our quality team tells me that the calculated value is far lower than the real-life-experience value they get from watching returns and such. The best calculated MTBF is over 21 years. It's a rare piece of computer gear that is used that long, but Lori and I have got some pretty old F5 gear that's still clipping away like it was new, so no surprises there. Most F5 devices fall somewhere in between.
Why the large variance in MTBFs if we control for quality? A valid question. The fact is that it is not all about the quality of parts. Airflow inside the device, number of redundant parts, number of removable parts… there are a zillion other things that go into MTBF, and they all tend to get better as the device gets physically larger. Entry level devices are small, restricting airflow and cutting down on available space for redundant power supplies, etc. While the top end blade servers have room for all of that, and since cards are replaceable, tend to less failures. You will find a similar spread with any other vendor that covers such a wide range of hardware. And all of those numbers are likely to beat out a COTS server running a software product.
So when looking at any electronic gear, ask about MTBF. Alone it simply gives you insight into the priorities for the device you're looking at, when combined with the MTBF numbers from several different devices (the same manufacturer or multiple), it gives you an idea of what you are buying in terms of quality. Of course with a large chunk of any given appliance handled in software, MTBF is not as meaningful as it once was, but it is still the underlying bedrock for that software to run on.
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I don't have something to say, well my hard drive is crashed and I am trying to recover every possible data I can gather from other drives before I store to that crashed one.
Yes, my mod files is in that crashed hard drive. But it didn't stop me on modding, since its still in recovery. I still got few modding files left, the released version and the MOD LOGO hahaha!
Anyway, this is genobreaker and stay tuned with the development of YR:ZH mod.
Finally, a Filipino group on Moddb! This group is open for Filipinos, Fil-Ams, Fil-Chinese, and other people who live in or love the Philippines to join...
For fans of C&C, BFME and Dune games, plus every game using one of the universes as its battleground.
This group is for everyone who like tanks, sci-fi tanks, real tanks, funny tanks, you can put here tank mods, tank maps, simply everything with straps...
I ill stream genobreaker's mod. Officialy.
I like your YRZH MOD
It's a good MOD
I am a new MOD creator and I would like for you to send me the tools you used in order to make this MOD
and if you don't mind may you send me some basic unit templates and cameos for units please.
I would like to talk to you genobreaker
What? Are you a Filipino modder?!? =)
after 2 years... yes I am
Filipino modder rin ako dati.
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Site news and behind-the-scenes stuff by the team that created Steepster, a community for tea drinkers.
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Steepster Select's First Ever Tea Tasting
Last Monday was an exciting day in Steepster history, as we hosted the first ever Steepster Select tea tasting! Led by our Japanese tea expert, Zach, who prepared the teas for us in gaiwan and kyusu, everyone in attendance got a chance to try all five teas in the April box of Steepster Select.
This month's box was one that we nicknamed "Dealer's Choice" or as it was called in our last blog post: "Staff Picks 2013." Why you may ask? Well, because each of the five teas was, in fact, chosen as a 2013 favorite of each of the five Steepster team members.
COFFEED in Long Island City kindly provided the space for the tasting and Steepster team members showed-off their chosen teas. Starting off with white tea (Mike's choice) and ending with a pu-erh (Zach's choice), each tea was expertly prepared and tasted happily, with time between tastings to share notes and thoughts. You can read all about the teas we tasted in this month's Steepster Select blog post.
We think that a fun time was had by all. And by all the laughter and chatting, we think that our guests would agree.
We hope that our Steepster Select subscribers enjoy the teas as much as our tea tasters did!
- Dayna
Staff Picks 2013
Want to find out a bit more about the folks behind Steepster? Want to find out what teas are in the March box? Well, you've come to the right place!
For this month's box of Steepster Select, we decided to each choose a tea that really spoke to us this year.
From white to pu-erh, let's find out what those picks were!
Mike: Co-Founder, Steepster
Tea of 2013 Pick: Zhejiang White Pearls
Why? I love teas that I can re-steep throughout the day. When I'm at the office, I can brew the pearls in a cup and add more hot water throughout the day. Super uncomplicated. I enjoy the subtle smokiness and the floral finish. Very easy to drink. Nice caffeine boost too!
Dayna: Marketing, Customer Service, Social Media
Tea of 2013 Pick: Genmai-matcha Matsujirushi
Why? When asked to pick my favorite tea of 2013, I immediately thought that it was a trick question. One favorite tea? One?! So instead of answering, I decided that it would be more fair to pick a place and then a favorite tea. So, what's a tea loving nerd to do? Spin a globe of course! So after a few spins and lands on places that don't produce tea (ahem… Antarctica..), I finally landed on the ocean near Japan. Japan? Perfect! Favorite tea? Genmai-matcha, without a doubt!
Matcha iri Genmaicha has been my favorite tea of Japanese tea for years. YEARS. By now, I must have sampled dozens of this lovely, warming, tea type. From pan-fried base to gyokuro base, from mochi rice and black soybeans to home popped rice, needless to say, I have tried many a matcha iri genmaicha. When Zach first let me taste this Genmai-matcha Matsujirushi that he had found through his Japanese tea wizardry, I was floored. This is the best, darn matcha iri genmaicha that I have ever had. Hands down. It's roasty, toasty, vegetal, grassy, soothing, warming, and almost earthy. It has everything that I look for in a matcha iri genmaicha. I could drink this all day!
Jason: Co-Founder, Steepster
Tea of 2013 Pick: Li Li Xiang 2013
Why? This year, I've really discovered how much I love oolong. I tend to like things a bit on the greener side or with only a bit of firing. The Li Li Xiang hit the sweet spot for me. It's light, very fresh and fruity, but has a little bit more body than some unfired green oolongs. It also seems to steep for a really long time which I love. Like Mike, I drink tea around the office and this one is pretty easy to make. Easy is good!
Arul: Operations, Strategy, Marketing
Tea of 2013 Pick: Lapsang Souchong
Why? Smoke, thats why! I am actually not a big black tea drinker personally, but Lapsang is so unique and singular that I loved it from the beginning. This is a tea you can make for someone to show how wide ranging the world of tea is. Its also a great conversation starter. Sometimes the conversation is about what kind of smoked food it reminds the other person of (jerky?!). This is the way I get most of my mornings started around the office. Hope you enjoy it, or at least have fun experimenting with it!
Zach: Tea Sourcing and Operations, Content
Tea of 2013 Pick: 2013 Big Leaf Mini Green Toucha
Why? Honestly, this pick came out of convenience for me. I love pu-erh, but carrying around big cakes of it proves difficult. I love that I can pop a few of these mini touchas in my coat pocket and have enough tea to last me a week at the office. This pu-erh is young, fresh, and has enough flavor and depth to be interesting through multiple infusions. 2013 was a good year for greener puerh and although the tea used to create these toucha is not the highest grade leaf, the producers did a really nice job balancing the flavors. I like to use an entire piece in my gaiwan and brew it all day.
We all hope that you enjoy these teas as much as we do!
And the newest Steepster team member is…
… Tea Pet or, Dayna, as she is known to those outside of the Steepster community. This delightfully dorky polymath has been a member of Steepster since the site's beginning in 2009 and is excited to use her expertise as a long-time member of the community to help Steepster improve. Not only does she know Steepster, she also really knows her stuff when it comes tea and tea cultures (especially those of China).
If you see her on Steepster, feel free to follow her and take a look at what she is drinking. And perhaps send a "congratulations" or an "at-a-girl" her way as well! :)
This is another exciting step on our path to continue growing and striving to do more of things that make Steepster the best place for all things tea!
Looking forward to the bright future ahead,
- Jason
Rare and Delicious!
One of our favorite things EVER is exploring the rare and little known styles of tea from around the planet, and this month, for Steepster Select, we've done just that. We wanted to explain exactly why these special teas are, well…so special, so we're doing that right here. Don't worry, there's no test at the end, but we do invite you to study up!
And now a look at the teas…
Rare Orchid Oolong from Tea Source
Fujian, China - Made from the Qi Lan Cultivar, this rare regional oolong from Wuyi mountain is grown at over 1000 feet. The large twisted leaves hold up to many resteeps.
The Qi Lan varietal is known for its luscious mouth feel and subtle fruit aroma, reminiscent of the Phoenix Dan Cong oolongs of Guangdong. Wuyi style "rock oolongs" are typically deep roasted with heavy notes of caramelized sugar and a "baked" flavor profile. The unroasted Wuyi oolongs, like the rare orchid, are far less popular outside of China but provide an interesting chance to taste the local terroir without the added flavors of processing. The rocky terrain imbues the soil with plenty of minerals leading to a, you guessed it, mineral finish in the tea. Many of the bushes in Wuyi are wild growing and can be over 400 years old.
Silver Bud Ya Bao from Tea Source
Yunnan, China - A rare white tea plucked during winter, consisting of all buds from wild growing trees. Mellow, sweet, and with an unmistakable fruitiness.
Ya Bao translates to "Special Treasure" and is unique among all teas in general. This tea is harvested in late winter from wild growing tea bushes. The light, fluffy buds are hand picked and processed by only a few factories in China. The unique freshness of the tea is a result of such an immature bud. The nutrients and essential oils accumulated during the plant's winter dormancy reveal themselves in the Ya Bao. Ya Bao is also unique in that it can be aged, like pu-erh, but most agree it is generally a more interesting tea when enjoyed fresh.
Hunan Dark Tea from Tea Source
Yunnan, China - This dark tea, or Hei cha, is a lesser known cousin to pu-erh that is post fermented, meaning it is fermented after it is processed. This deep and slightly smoky tea is enigmatic and continues to develop over many steeps.
Hei-cha is a form of post fermented tea in the same class as Shou Pu-erh. This is a fully oxidized tea that is considered "black" tea in China. What we think of in the West as "black" tea is actually "red" tea in China. The name comes from the color of the liquor, not the leaf. After picking and processing, Hei-cha undergoes a "wet pile fermentation". This accelerates the deepening of flavors and is responsible for the "dank" or "wet" flavor of the tea. Southern China, primarily Yunnan, is the major producer of this tea. The Hunan Dark underwent minimal firing over hardwood at the end of processing to impart a slightly smoky finish. This tea can be steeped again and again with a remarkable range of flavors developing.
Soba Cha Deep Roast from Steepster
Nagano, Japan - Soba cha (roasted buckwheat berries) is a caffeine free tisane drank in noodle shops across Japan. With an intoxicating aroma and slightly sweet, nutty brew, this is sure to become a favorite. And it's GLUTEN FREE!
Made from ground buckwheat, Soba is most famous in its noodle form and the noodles are a staple dish in Japan. To compliment the flavors, Soba cha tea can be served along side the steaming bowls of noodles. Soba cha is roasted over high heat for a short period of time, caramelizing some of the starch and sugar in the buckwheat berries. This, combined with its already nutty flavor profile, makes for an incredibly aromatic cup. Soba cha is also very forgiving. Boiling water and long steep times still produce a sweet, flavorful cup.
Phongsaly, Laos - A black teas from Laos with this quality of manufacture is almost unknown. Our dedicated producer has thrown convention out the window and began making teas that rival India and China. This rolled, jet black tea with golden buds is sure sign Laos is on it's way.
Laos, lying on the very southern border of China, is a not a major player on the world's tea stage. Most tea produced in Laos is Mao Cha, or crude green tea made by locals from older growth trees. In fact, Laos shares claim with Yunnan to some of the oldest tea plants still in use. In effort to up their game, a handful of producers in the region are capitalizing on Laos' great soil, climate, and plant varietals by beginning to standardize their production methods. The local terroir is incredible as seen by its proximity to Yunnan and the skill of making tea there is increasing each season. This is one of the first "quality manufacture" black teas to make it out of Laos. The leaves are beautiful twisted and you'll notice a consistency in not only the appearance of the tea, but in the flavor as well. Unique from the more common black teas of neighboring Yunnan, the Phongsaly Black is a regional speciality we are very proud to share with you.
We hope you enjoy drinking these rare gems as much as we enjoyed finding them for you! Please let us know what you think by logging your tasting notes on Steepster!
Happy March!
- Jason
We're In Love With February's Teas!
Our February box of Steepster Select has just been shipped and we can't wait for you to get your hands on it. February is the month of Love and we've definitely fallen for this month's selection of teas. We've sourced special varietals from all over the globe including China, India, Japan, and Indonesia! We hope you love them as much as we do.
And now a look at the teas:
Namring Estate 2nd Flush Darjeeling from Upton Teas
Darjeeling, India - Grown high in the Teesta valley at the base of the Himalayas, this 2nd flush brews up with the famed muscatel aroma associated with high grade Darjeelings. A classic afternoon tea.
Malabar Estate Java OP Clonal from Upton Teas
Java, Indonesia - A boutique offering showcasing the unique terroir of West Java in Indonesia. Volcanic soil, high altitude, and careful harvesting make for a unique cup. Goes great with milk.
Jasmine Pearl Select 2013 from Steepster
Fujian, China - Picked from the Da Bai Hao cultivar, this high grade green tea is gently picked and hand rolled. The tea is then meticulously dried with fresh jasmine to impart its distinct floral aroma and flavor.
Imperial Keemun from Steepster
Anhui, China - The Burgundy of tea, Keemun is considered by many to be the finest black tea produced in China. Grown in the Huangshan mountain range, this black tea is soft and approachable while incredibly complex: a marriage of floral, fruity, smoky, and mineral flavors.
Houjicha Ichiban from Steepster
Kyushu, Japan - Roasted in small batches, this houjicha comes from exclusive 1st flush leaves and stems. Constant monitoring during production ensures a perfectly balanced sweet (caramel-like) and salty (umami richness) flavor profile. A daily favorite at Steepster!
Please let us know what you think by posting your tasting notes!
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- Jason and the Steepster team
Introducing a Brand New Tea Page
When we launched Steepster almost 5 years ago (woah!), we had an ambitious goal: Organize a community of people passionate about tea and give them the tools to catalogue all of the World's teas. And, so far, we've amassed a rich database of over 40,000 teas with over 200,000 tasting notes.
We're absolutely amazed at what we've been able to accomplish as a community. And now, it's time to take the next step…grab your cups, here's a second steep of our Tea Page!
A Big Opportunity
With so many teas on Steepster, we have an amazing opportunity to start offering a richer, more useful experience to help you discover your next favorite cup. With that in mind, we had a few goals for revisiting the tea page:
- Make it quicker and easier to understand information about a tea
- Include more useful details for each tea
- Help you track when teas and teaware become available for sale through Steepster
- Highlight interesting content from our awesome community
We think you're really going to enjoy what we've done, so I'd like to walk you through a few of the new features.
Everything You Want To Know
You can add all sorts of details about a tea including: ingredients, caffeine level, certifications, and how a tea is sold (loose, tea bag, etc.). We've even started to extrapolate preparation recommendations and flavors based on your tasting notes.
You'll notice a clearer button for purchasing tea or teaware. Most won't be available for now, but on any item we don't have in our system, with one click you can choose to be notified when that item is available.
You're The Hero
Even though we created a platform for people to express their love of tea, we never imagined that expression would be so extensive. So we wanted to do a better job highlighting the lovely things you all do everyday. You'll see special excerpts from popular tasting notes as well as photos snapped by your tea drinking friends.
At long last, we have a page for teaware! You can note the tea gadgets and accoutrement you own and use, then share your thoughts about what works best. No more listing the company as "teaware" or having to see a teapot as the highest rated "tea". You can even differentiate between different types of teaware like cups & mugs or kettles.
Check out all teaware here or by clicking "Teaware" in the top right of the Teas tab. If you we don't have your favorite teapot listed, add it!
We hope you're as excited about this as we are. Although we think this is good progress, it's just one more step of many to continue making Steepster the best place for all things tea.
We'd love to hear what you think about the new page, send us your thoughts (firstname.lastname@example.com) and don't forget to log your cups!
- Jason
The Steepster Team
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Thanks for taking advantage of the Steepster Select deal on LivingSocial! We look forward to taking you on an incredible trek across the globe with the best teas on the planet.
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Come work with us!
We've got a lot of really exciting things in the works at Steepster and we finally realized, we need some help! So we're reaching out to you, the beloved Steepster community, to see who might be interested in working with us.
The Job
The position is for a part time, Marketing Manager, which requires outstanding communication skills for activities including customer service, social media management, and development of marketing content. We're a small group but looking to grow, so there's the definite possibility to grow with us. We are looking for someone located in NYC who would ideally work from our offices.
How to Apply
See below for the full details of the position. If you're interested (or know someone who would be), please email your resume and any other relevant information or questions to email@example.com. Only serious inquiries please.
We're looking forward to working is you!
- Jason
Marketing Manager Position
- Part Time (4 hrs / day)
- $20 / hour
- Potential to grow into full-time
- Located in New York City is strongly preferred
Manage customer service inquiries
- Via Steepster.com forums, email, Twitter, Facebook
Manage social media presence
- Participate actively in relevant discussions on Facebook, Twitter and Steepster as an official representative of Steepster
Participate in email marketing process
- Assist in copy development for emails
- Enter email creative into CMS
- QA and deploy emails
Participate in content development and syndication
- Help identify key topics for content development (Keyword research, trend identification for viral content)
- Review content for quality
- Manage syndication activities with other content sites
Manage marketing dashboard
- Review analytics and compile traffic / usage dashboard
- Develop requirements for additional reporting as needed
- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum 2-3 years experience with managing email and/or online marketing campaigns
- Ability to work among multiple teams in a fast paced environment
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills
- Knowledge or enthusiasm for tea desired
About Steepster
Steepster is an online service that helps people drink better tea. Launched in March 2009 in New York City, Steepster houses the largest community-edited database of teas on the Web, currently with 200,000+ reviews for 40,000+ teas from almost 5000 companies. Steepster provides a platform for people to keep a tea journal (or 'tealog'), share ratings & reviews and for the teas they're drinking, and subscribe to samples of new teas.
A (Long Awaited) Update About Steepster
As I'm sure you can tell by the blog timestamps, it's been some time since we talked about any updates for Steepster. Previously, we mentioned that activities at our company, Disrupto, had picked up and we had limited time to work on Steepster. But over time, while we worked on our projects, Steepster was never far from our thoughts. It was always gently tapping at the back of our minds. And, to our great joy, the community continued to grow and thrive.
Over time, watching Steepster grow and introduce new people to the world of tea, it became apparent we could no longer pass on the opportunity to foster and promote that growth. We'd have to find a way to keep it booming.
So, we're getting back into the world of tea! What does that mean? There are a few areas of the site we're looking to update and evolve. There are also some new things we want to develop, so you all can keep at your tea-loving awesomeness. We're still working on our other projects, but serious things are in the works/already coming down the pipeline. We'll have more news about that shortly.
In the meantime, we hope you're as excited about Steepster and its future as we are. We're looking forward to bringing more tea into people's lives and spreading a general love and appreciation for our favorite cuppa. Here's to the future!
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Does Water Sport have any extra effect? Kanjo 15:00, 24 March 2009 (UTC)
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Is this really necessary?
"Four Pokémon have this ability, all of which are dual-typed."
Do we really have to say "which are dual-typed"? Seriously, it doen't relate to the purpose of the article n the slightest bit, and should be removed. --GEN1KING 06:53, 29 January 2010 (UTC)
Is damage increase really 25% ?
I read on several forums, like Smogon, that it added a weakness to Fire, rendering Paras the only Pokémon to ever take 8x more damage from a certain type. Shouldn't the damage increase be 100% and not 25% ? Xel 01:55, 28 April 2011 (UTC)


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Last fall we featured a 1995 Audi A6 that was in great shape for a low price. Life changed a bit for the seller and after a few weeks on the market he pulled the advertisement and drove the car for the past year. The seller is once again ready to part ways; there are a few additional miles that were accrued but the seller has adjusted the price accordingly and also performed a complete timing belt service. If you'd like a lot of style, class and a smooth performer in any condition capable of carrying a massive load, this A6 looks the part and is ready for the next owner. It's hard to get a much nicer, more capable car for less money.
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There are always certain colors that elicit an irrational excitement from me when I come across them on a 911. The most popular, of course, being Guards Red, but some of the others are even better. Riviera Blue. Viper Green. Speed Yellow. These colors certainly aren't for everyone because of their vibrant assertiveness, but for some of us they always hold a special place. For my tastes, the best shades on any sports car are orange and those are the cars that really get my heart moving. So, obviously how could I pass up this beautiful Tangerine 1972 Porsche 911T for sale from our friends at Sun Valley Auto Club in Hailey, Idaho? And, of course, with 1972 being the only year these early 911s featured an external oil tank filler, that adds an extra bit of rarity to this already rare low mileage 911T.
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Upon my urging, an old friend of mine in the Boston area purchased a BMW E91 Touring with a 6-speed manual gearbox after he learned his first child was on the way. His wife desperately wanted an SUV but in the end, the long roof 3er argument won. He had previously driven a 2001 325xi sedan with an automatic, and a 1992 325i sedan with a 5-speed manual and always missed the joy of rowing your own during his E46 ownership, especially when it came to the smooth gearboxes we've come to know from the boffins in Munich. If it's 3 series driving quality you seek but need a bit more practicality in the mix, our reader Dave is offering his very mint 2007 328xi Touring with the Sport package and 6-speed manual gearbox. BMW isn't offering three-pedal Tourings stateside, so now is your chance to get them while there's still a few lower mileage examples out there.
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Motorcycle check points have absolutely nothing to do with safety. It an excuse used by law enforcement to single out motorcycles and harass riders. There are plenty of loud cars with illegal exhausts or obnoxiously load stereos than there are loud motorcycles.
It is true that excessively loud motorcycles are annoying but I don't see the police out inspecting exhausts on cars or ticketing people whose stereos can be heard from a block away and rattle house windows with loud bass as they go by.
How many of the 55 motorcyclists were written tickets? the article states that 27 tickets, five for having an illegal helmet, eleven for illegal exhaust and eight for other safety violations, I can't believe that half of the riders got tickets. More likely a few riders were each given several tickets.
BTW I don't like loud motorcycles. I think they are annoying and send the wrong message to non-riders. I just think that the police should go after the other scofflaw motorists who should be ticketed as well. Apply the law equally and stop profiling and discriminating against motorcyclists.


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Astronauts just found life in space, we kid you not
Russian cosmonauts have discovered something remarkable clinging to the outside of the International Space Station: living organisms.
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it's not aliens unfortunately BUT!!!!!!!! we now know that sea plankton and other microorganisms (i couldn't find a detailed list of what they've found smfh) can SURVIVE in SPACE!!! in freezing temperatures and no gravity and cosmic radiation and lack of oxygen they SURVIVED that is so exciting!! they said that they must've reached iss in an air current which is wild bc that means they survived a very long trip with lots of change in temperature and gravitational pull and so many other external forces and that's so exciting
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A 2500 year old mummy that had some amazing tattoos.
This mummy, found in the Altai mountains of Siberia, is actually that of a young woman who died at about the age of twenty-five; she is thought to have been a member of the Pazyryk tribe.
She was buried with six horses and two similarly-tattooed men (the horned griffon that decorates her shoulder also appears on the man buried closest to her, covering most of his right side), possibly escorts. She was also wearing a horse-hair wig, silk, and elaborate boots, which is all a level of ceremony that would have likely only been accorded to a woman of high rank. You didn't get inked like this unless you were very important, and had worked your way up to that importance.
…Hence, of course, the references to her by researchers as 'The Ukok Princess,' although due to the lack of weapons in her grave they have concluded that the woman was in fact a healer or a storyteller.
And now I'm all consumed with curiosity: Who was she? What amazing things did she accomplish? Why these symbols, and what did they mean? Who were the two men alongside her?
The most informative article about it can be found here, although I would completely eat up any other information you guys could find.
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Hate it or love it, the Internet has quickly become the number one artist-launcher in the entire music industry. Proof of that phenomenon is 17-year old, Star Trak signee Teyana Taylor, who is busy telling all her listeners to "Google Me" on her debut single. Although well-known production duo The Neptunes own her label, producer Jazze Pha steps in to provide a block-party syncopation (a rhythm that puts the emphasis on the beat) with which label bosses Pharrell and Chad have borrowed quite a few times. Like we've said before, never underestimate the power of the information superhighway. Taylor will release her debut, From A Planet Called Harlem, later this year.
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Each week, executive editor Adam Bryant satisfies your need for TV scoop. Please send all questions to firstname.lastname@example.com scoop on The Vampire Diaries? — JessicaYou've probably already Season 6's first teaser, which features Stefan telling Elena to move on. Well, there's a reason their convo wasn't face-to-face. When the season begins, Stefan will definitely not be anywhere near Mystic Falls. In fact, he will have taken up a surprising new profession in his new "home." And while we're the topic of professions, Alaric also has a new job. Hey, newly resurrected vampires have rent to pay too!How long will Talia be sticking around on NCIS: LA? — MarySorry, Densi 'shippers: It doesn't look like Talia (Mercedes Masohn) is going anywhere soon....
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Among the big moments last year (RIP Katherine!) was the CW series' milestone 100th episode. And as with most epic achievements, this one came with an awesome party filled with pretty people — in this case our favorite cast members past and present.
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Uh-oh! The first trailer for Season 6 of The Vampire Diaries is here and things aren't looking so good for our favorite vamps.
Of course, that's par for the course in Mystic Falls—or should we say Mystic Falls-adjacent, now that magic no longer works within the town limits? Whatever. Either way, Elena and Co. will certainly be struggling when the series returns on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 8/7c.
Each week, executive editor Adam Bryant satisfies your need for TV scoop. Please send all questions to firstname.lastname@example.com can't die! I know everyone does on True Blood, but please tell me that he takes the cure. — AndreaWith only two episodes to go, there are a lot of narrative threads to tie up, including the issue of Bill's mortality. I will only say this: At least one original cast member will say goodbye for good this week. In possibly related news, a longstanding love triangle will be resolved and you'll see one of the show's weirdest — and funniest — sex scenes between a long-unrequited pair.I can't believe they're already giving DiNozzo a new love interest on NCIS. — Susan I'm sure there are 'shippers out there who never want to see Tony with anyone but Ziva, but that 'ship has sailed. Or has it? ...
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Selena Gomez got her greatest surfboard yet at Sunday night's Teen Choice Awards, where she was awarded with the Ultimate Choice Award.
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The Philippines has signed a contract for 12 Korea Aerospace Industries FA-50 fighter aircraft.
The deal is worth $420 million, with all aircraft to be delivered 38 months after the contract goes into effect, says KAI in a statement.
The long-awaited deal was signed between the governments of the Philippines and South Korea, KAI adds.
The announcement marks an important step for Manila, which has no operational fighter aircraft after it retired its Northrop F-5s in 2004. During the 2000s its focus was primarily on counterinsurgency missions in the southern Philippines, but China's increasing assertiveness in the South China Sea has prompted Manila to rethink its conventional capabilities.
The FA-50 is a logical choice for Manila because the aircraft, based on the T-50 advanced jet trainer, can serve in both training and light combat roles.
Powered by a single General Electric F404 engine with afterburner, the FA-50 is entering service with the South Korean air force, and in late December Iraq signed a $1.1 billion contract for 24 aircraft. In 2011, Jakarta signed a $400 million deal for 16 T-50s, which is designated the T-50i in Indonesian service.
The FA-50 is the most advanced variant of the T-50 family. Seoul's FA-50s will have the Link 16 tactical data link, as well as an Elta Systems EL/M-2032 pulse Doppler radar.
The FA-50 also has a radar warning receiver and a night vision imaging system. It is capable of carrying 4,500kg (9,920lb) of weapons, including the Boeing Joint Direct Attack Munition and Textron CBU-97 Sensor Fused Weapon. The FA-50 also has a 20mm cannon and can carry air-to-air missiles.
KAI is also eyeing export opportunities for the T-50 in the United Arab Emirates, Thailand, and Peru.
The greatest opportunity for the type, however, lies in the US T-X competition to replace the venerable T-38 Talon. KAI will team with Lockheed Martin, which assisted the development of the T-50, to compete for the T-X deal.
Aside from the original T-50 and FA-50, KAI has also produced the T-50B enhanced manoeuvrability aerobatic variant, and the TA-50, which has a rudimentary air-to-air capability with a 20mm cannon and the ability to carry IR homing missiles.
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- Melissa Fryling, 39, 4100 block Kalmia St., Warminster, 1:30 a.m. Wed, outstanding warrant from Nassau County, N.Y., at Old Lincoln Hwy. and Old Trevose Rd., Trevose, sent to county prison in lieu of $15,000 bail to await extradition.
- Lorrie Edelman, 46, 9400 block Woodbridge Rd., Philadelphia, 1:54 a.m. Wed, outstanding warrant from Philadelphia on 3200 block Tillman Dr., released to Philadelphia Police Warrant Unit.
- Michael Custalow, 22, 9200 block Bustleton Ave., Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m. Wed, theft by unlawful taking on 1800 block Street Rd., to receive summons.
- Bertha Grow, 52, John Franklin Gray, 51, both of 2900 block Unruh St., Philadelphia, 9:27 p.m. Wed, public drunkenness on 2300 block Old Lincoln Hwy., Trevose, both cited.
Criminal mischief
- Lincoln Ave., overnight Tue, driver's side mirror broken on Pontiac, no damage value given.
- Jeffrey Fahnestock, 29, Crabtree Dr., Levittown, 3:04 p.m. Wed, retail theft, receiving stolen property, disorderly conduct, simple assault, possession of weapon at Dollar General, Durham Rd., sent to county prison in lieu of $25,000 bail.
- Old Pond Rd., Levittown, 9 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Wed, entry gained through front door, jewelry, cash, no value given.
- Marion Ave., Levittown, 5:26 a.m. Wed, bicycle from location, $110 value.
- Emilie Rd., Levittown, time and date unknown, inspection and emissions stickers from location, no value given.
- Norton Ave., last few days, assorted meats from Annex of location, $300 value.
- Emilie Rd., Levittown, overnight Tue, 3 empty kegs, $90 value.
Theft from vehicle
- Princess Ave., Croydon, overnight Tue, registration/insurance cards from 1994 Ford, no value given.
- Shane E. Murphy Jr., 20, 1800 block Richhill Rd., Feasterville, 2:45 p.m. Tue, disorderly conduct, harassment at District Court, 1500 block Desire Ave., Feasterville, sent to county prison in lieu of $70,000 bail.
Attempted theft
- Panera Bread, 200 block E. Street Rd., Feasterville, 2:15 p.m. Tue, female, 20s, wearing purple shirt, jeans dropped her purse near victim's purse, was caught removing wallet by victim's son, female gave back wallet, left business, property recovered.
- 600 block Cembra Ct., Trevose, 11:27 a.m. Wed, resident reported receiving a text message from First Savings Alert, message instructed resident to enter his debit card number to proceed further, no number was entered, resident contacted bank, which said it was a fraudulent call fishing for numbers.
- 1800 block Overlook Rd., Feasterville, 2:20 p.m. Tue, resident reported a fraudulent Sprint cell phone account was opened using his name, address, Social Security number, account is now closed, $245.61 value.
- Panera Bread, 200 block E. Street Rd., Feasterville, 2:15 p.m. Wed, brown leather wallet containing currency, credit cards, bank card, driver's license, personal pictures pick-pocketed by female, 30s, medium build, scarf concealing portion of her face, wearing long black jacket, knee-high boots matching scarf and another female, 30s, heavyset, 5-feet 6-inches tall, wearing white stripped shirt, headband, winter jacket, fuzzy boots, $185 value; credit cards used at 4 locations, $2,477.22 value.
- Acme, 100 block E. Street Rd., Feasterville, 7:10 a.m. Wed, black cloth wallet containing personal/corporate credit cards, AARP card, Pa. driver's license, currency, $200 value; credit cards were used at 6 locations, $2,047.97 value.
Theft from vehicle
- 1700 block Loretta Ave., Feasterville, overnight Tue, rear tailgate from 2003 Dodge 2500 pickup truck in parking lot, $150 value.
- Victoria's Secret, Oxford Valley Mall, 5:30 p.m. Tue, 18 bras, $1,800 value.
Theft from vehicle
- Wellington Rd., overnight Wed, $5 in change, 20 children's DVDs from unlocked vehicle in driveway, no value given for DVDs.
- Police from Falls, Langhorne, Langhorne Manor, Lower Makefield, Morrisville, Newtown Borough, Northampton, Penndel, State Police at Trevose, Tullytown, Upper Makefield, Upper Southampton, Warminster, Wrightstown, Yardley reported no crime.
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