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Curious about the newer model? Check out the 2015 Kia Forte
By KBB.com Editors
KBB Expert Rating: 6.3
While many critics complain that some Japanese car companies have been resting on their laurels a bit too long, the Korean manufacturer Kia has been working overtime to improve its product line. Reveal after reveal shows Kia now has the upper hand over Honda and Toyota, at least in the areas of innovation, styling and fuel economy. One such example is the 2012 Kia Forte compact car, a Civic-sized competitor with loads of cool features demanded by today's young drivers, a versatile model range including a 5-door hatchback and sporty coupe, and a price point designed to give the competition fits. Designed to lure customers from such stalwarts as the Honda Civic, Ford Focus and Chevy Cruze, the 2012 Kia Forte has its share of pros and cons when placed beside each of these cars. Still not as fun to drive as a Mazda3 or VW Golf, nor as upscale in feel as the Focus or Cruze, the 2012 Kia Forte compact sedan and coupe (Kia spells it "Koup") nevertheless offer a lot of value for the money, not to mention the standard 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
If you're looking for an affordable compact car with styling and features well beyond its humble $16,000 asking price, one of the three 2012 Kia Forte compact cars is bound to catch your eye. Those worried about long-term reliability should take comfort in Kia's continually improving reliability ratings, as well as its impressively long warranty.
While some may find the 2012 Kia Forte's looks to be enticing (especially in coupe form), the Forte's overall performance and handling are not as solid or refined as that of the Mazda3, Ford Focus or VW Jetta.
The 2012 Kia Forte sedan and hatchback see a 1-mpg improvement in city fuel economy and 2-mpg increase in their highway figures, boosting overall mileage to 26 city/36 highway when equipped with the 2.0-liter engine and 6-speed automatic transmission.
Driving Impressions On the open road, the 2012 Kia Forte is the master of its domain – so long as the road to that domain remains straight and level. Toss in a...few curves, however, and the base car with its smaller engine and wheel/tire combo isn't as much fun to drive as the more powerful EX and SX trims. Even in its most aggressive SX suit, the Forte won't deliver the kind of seat-of-your-pants cornering found in the Ford Focus or Mazda3, and its manual transmission is nowhere near as refined. What's missing is that harmonious connection between the steering, the transmission and pedal feel, something Kia is getting better at, but still has a way to go. To gain the impressive fuel-economy figures posted by both the LX and SX trims, Kia engineers have to give up a bit of low-end torque, something we would gladly switch around if given the chance. Don't get us wrong, the Forte is not horribly slow nor devoid of feedback to the driver, it's just that the sporty exterior had us hoping for a bit more performance. There is much to like here, and most drivers will appreciate the 2012 Kia Forte's quiet cabin that permits very little wind, engine or road noise to make its way in. About the only real complaint we can find with the Forte's cabin is the high rear deck that can make backing out of parking spaces a bit dicey. We suggest the optional navigation system with its rearview camera as a remedy.
Comprehensive Audio System
Every 2012 Kia Forte boasts a flexible AM/FM/CD/MP3/satellite audio system with USB and auxiliary ports. When matched with the upgraded speakers, it's among the best sound systems in the segment.
An option reserved for most high-end models, Kia makes Bluetooth connectivity standard on every 2012 Kia Forte. Are you listening, Honda?
Customers have been complaining for some time now about the boring interiors of compact cars, and Kia has obviously been listening. The 2012 Kia Forte sedan is given a visually appealing dash and seat setup, with lots of colorful instruments, a big LCD screen for the audio and plenty of soft-touch materials throughout the cabin. There is a lot going on inside the Kia Forte's cabin, with multiple folds in the dash and numerous controls on the attractive 3-spoke steering wheel making the Forte feel more like a little Audi than an entry-level compact car. We applaud the standard Bluetooth connectivity and iPod integration, but feel as though a bit more attention could be paid to the seats, which lack support for the lower back and thighs. But, there is more than just interior decorating going on here, there's also a volume story to tell. Despite its small size, the 2012 Kia Forte sedan (and to a lesser degree, the coupe model) provides a surprisingly large cabin, with more interior volume than a Nissan Maxima. The big back seat offers lots of legroom, but headroom is cut short due to the low-slung roofline. On sedan models, the trunk area is also quite large and on the 5-door hatch, the rear seats can be folded flat to create a wagon-like cargo hold.Exterior
In the herd of the compact sedan/coupe/hatchback, the 2012 Kia Forte's styling falls somewhere mid-pack. Not as modern or aggressively styled as the Ford Focus or Mazda3, the Forte easily outshines the dated Toyota Corolla and Nissan Sentra, and even the new Honda Civic. Although the Forte Koup steals the show, the sedan and hatchback both share the signature Kia grille and headlight design as well as tout handsome wheel choices. Base model cars don't look the part, rejecting the unpainted bumpers, mirror caps and door handles of lesser cars and replacing them with properly painted parts for a more harmonious exterior statement. High-end Forte trims include such nice touches as sport side mirrors with integrated turn signals, and an available body kit and rear spoiler.
Kia is proud to boast that even the most basic 2012 Kia Forte sedan includes Bluetooth phone connectivity, iPod integration, an AM/FM/CD/MP3/SiriusXM 4-speaker stereo, color-keyed manual side mirrors, 60/40-split rear seat with folding armrest, a tilt steering wheel, and an impressive array of safety equipment including six airbags, and electronic traction and stability control. Unfortunately, if you want such simple pleasures as power windows, remote keyless entry or cruise control, you'll have to pony up a bit more cash and move up to the EX or SX trims. Here you'll find a 6-speaker AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM audio head unit, heated power side mirrors, and a tilt-telescopic steering wheel. Unique to the SX's standard equipment list are 17-inch alloy wheels, a sport suspension, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and sport-fabric seats. The Koup (yes, that's how Kia spells "coupe") models feature standard 16- or 17-inch alloy wheels. The LX trim comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission, as do both the EX and EX Koup. All other Forte models and trims feature a 6-speed Sportronic automatic with manual-shift mode.
Options for the 2012 Kia Forte are limited to the EX and SX trims and include a number of packages as well as some stand-alone features. The 2012 Kia Forte EX sedan offers a Premium Package that adds alloy wheels and a power sunroof, as well as a Technology Package (sedan/hatchback/coupe) that includes navigation with Sirius real-time traffic updates, a rearview camera, automatic climate control, smart-key entry with push-button start, foglights and automatic headlights. The Forte SX offers the same package without the foglights and auto-on headlights, since both of these are already standard on the SX. Other options for the SX trim include leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.
The front-wheel-drive Kia Forte offers a 156-horsepower, 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that can be matched with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed Sportmatic automatic transmission. On top-line, sport-tuned SX trims the standard engine is a 173-horsepower, 2.4-liter engine. The 2012 Forte's new automatic transmission has a manual-shift mode and is standard on SX and EX sedan and hatchback models, and available on the coupe. The mid-trim EX is also offered with a Fuel Economy Package that includes the 6-speed automatic plus Motor Drive Power Steering, a load-managing "smart" alternator, low-rolling-resistance tires and unique aero enhancements to boost its EPA numbers to 27/37 mpg and deliver class-leading city/highway combined fuel economy of 30 mpg.
2.0-liter in-line 4
156 horsepower @ 6,200 rpm (SULEV: 154 @ 6200 rpm)
144 lb-ft of torque @ 4,300 rpm (SULEV: 139 @ 4600 rpm)
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 25/34 (manual), 26/36 (automatic), 27/37 (Economy Package), 24/33 (manual, coupe), 25/33 (automatic, coupe)
2.4-liter in-line 4 (Forte SX)
173 horsepower @ 6,000 rpm (SULEV: 165 @ 6000 rpm)
168 lb-ft of torque @ 4,000 rpm (SULEV: 161 @ 4000 rpm)
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 23/32, 22/32 (manual, Koup), 23/31 (automatic, Koup)
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By KiaUp on Thursday, December 11, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 28,400overall rating 5 of 10rating details
Pros: "Fast, cheap to get, nice looking."
Cons: "Bad value retention, bad suspension, bad paint."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 2
"Car is fast but very uncomfortable ride. I got for $12,373 on 10/2014 and now, 12/2014 has a trade in value of $8,521. So, I just have a loss of $3,852.30 in just about 40 days."
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By Forte Newbie on Friday, December 05, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 117,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"After 4 years and over 110K miles. Did not open the hood, even once. My "guys" at GoodYear do all the oil change, lubes and other little check ups. Changed all 4 tires once . 2 Air filters. Nothing more done to the car. Extremely economical ratio dollar/miles driven. Gas mileage (mostly highway) 36-38 mpg in winter and exceeding 40mph in summer with smooth driving. Comfort: let's say it's not Cadillac. You get what you pay for. Sound System: Again, it's not a recording studio and with windows open, sound is really not at its best. Handling: Very easy and with stick shift, there might be a slight dead "timing" between Second and Third gear. Good acceleration in 5th Gear - even uphill."
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By Chris on Friday, November 21, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 74,836overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"This car as been great for how we use it. I've had it for over 3 years now and about 75,000 miles and have never had an issue with it. The only thing I would say is a negative is that the headrests jut forward to the point that long trips become somewhat straining on your neck. (works to flip the headrest backwards) Other than that it is at the top of its class. Good gas mileage, I average 32 mpg on a tank, 36-42 on long trips depending on the type of driving. Great value."
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By Disappointed on Thursday, November 20, 2014
I don't own this caroverall rating 3 of 10rating details
Pros: "great air conditioning and heaters."
Cons: "Needed a lot of servicing per dept."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 1
"I am leasing this car. I got it in December 2011 and my lease is up March 2015. This car is awful in the snow, rain, any weather that is not sunny, really. It is too small. It is very uncomfortable, especially on long trips. The tires that came with the car only lasted about 15-20,000. I had to buy new tires on a leased car.. that makes no sense to me. I am not sure if it is just the dealership I used, but maintenance was crazy. Every time I went in for an oil change, the service department found other things that "needed to be done" that cost at least $100 more than expected. I had to get a "transmission tune-up" per the service department and after it was done, the car seems to shift worse."
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By TRC on Monday, November 03, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 150,000overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "For the inexpensive cost, great value and ride."
Cons: "SX style not great in snow but great in AO weather"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"Bought my 2010 Forte SX brand new off the lot and have put 150,000 miles (almost all freeway) on this. I have never had to have a major repair, while keeping up on the regular scheduled maintenance as recommended by the manufacture. Due to premium, sporty type of style of the SX, tire options are limited to higher performance with low tread life styles. Have had to replace tires more than enough times in the 5 years. Handles great in regular or wet weather, however, not great in the snow for being a FWD vehicle (again, tires are the real reasons). Front seats are not the most comfortable, but the overall ride makes up for the lack of cushiony seats. Style is great and interior design is up to date, even after 5 years of newer vehicles have hit the market. It's been a great car and other than basic maintenance, my Forte has not spent any real time in the repair shop or dealership."
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By Mel on Monday, September 29, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 70,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Pros: "Great price, warranty, safety, MPG"
Cons: "Center hump in back not good with child car seats"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"Only two small complaints I had about this car. No protection from door dings/shopping carts, and seat could get uncomfortable on long trips. Other than that, I. loved. every. single. thing. about. this. car! Regularly exceeded HWY MPG. Rated city MPG on specs fairly accurate."
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There's really nothing like a good cup of green tea. This oft-consumed beverage and native of Asia has been studied because of the many wonderful health benefits it has traditionally been thought to impart. Among antioxidants in the form of polyphenols called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), green tea also contains essential B, C, and E vitamins, trace minerals, and even fluoride.
Our friends at the American Botanical Council recently posted a new article highlighting green tea's abilities to support healthy metabolism. The studies indicate that this powerful little herb may help your body promote fat burning. Check out the article here:
Green Tea Consumption Aids in Fat Reduction
Tea (Camellia sinensis), reportedly the second most consumed beverage worldwide, is known to have antiobesity, antidiabetic, anticarcinogenic, antibacterial, and antiviral properties. In this review, the author concentrates on the effects of green tea ingestion on energy expenditure (EE) and fat metabolism.
Reported evidence demonstrating an apparent increase in EE after green tea consumption has led pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturers to incorporate green tea extract (GTE) into purported weight management products for gym goers, athletes, and the general public. The author aimed to evaluate the validity of the evidence, considering its potential applications, along with providing a synthesis of putative modes of action.
Of the polyphenols in green tea, epigallocatechin-3-gallate has been suggested to be the most pharmacologically active, with the largest effect.
Among the studies on the short-term effects of green tea was a study aimed at determining whether ingesting GTE would increase 24-hour EE in humans and whether the effects could be explained by the caffeine content alone.1 The investigators found that compared with a placebo, the GTE elicited a statistically significant 4% increase in 24-hour EE, as well as a decrease in the respiratory quotient (RQ), indicating an increase in fuel oxidation, with a shift from carbohydrate to fat. They found no change in nitrogen levels in urine samples and an increase in urinary noradrenaline in the GTE group. Treatment with caffeine alone exhibited no effect on EE, RQ, or urinary excretion of nitrogen or catecholamines. Other studies on the short-term effects of green tea on EE are cited.
Amidst the studies cited on the long-term effects on body weight in humans was a study of obese Thai men and women that reported a 3.8% drop in body fat percentage with an associated drop of 2.7 kg in body weight.2 Used in the study was a GTE dosage of 750 mg daily, of which 142 mg were catechins.
The author points out that current literature is unable to definitively elucidate any specific variation between males and females; however, this is in part because most studies have not specifically investigated any difference in response based solely on sex or baseline weight. The studies cited in this review suggest that there might be less of an effect in obese females than in obese males, coupled with a decreased effect in females below a dose of 600 mg GTE daily in a dose-dependent manner.
The author cites animal studies that also support the role of catechins in weight modulation and others that have yielded strong evidence for green tea's role in suppressing the accumulation of fat mass and, indirectly, body weight.
In his evaluation of the evidence, the author notes that an important issue is "the difficulty in arriving at a coherent consensus mode of action by which green tea might perpetrate the effects that we have described." Another limitation is the manner in which the GTE is administered and the bioavailability of catechins after they are ingested. The effects on long-term health might build up over months or even years, thus eliciting a need for more longitudinal studies to determine the extent of any effects on habitual green tea consumption.
The author discusses some of the published unimodal mechanisms of action of green tea and its catechins: the inhibition of the enzyme catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT); the mobilization of fatty acid stores for oxidation mediated by a lowering of malonyl-CoA; the inhibition of lipid absorption; and the uptake of metabolic enzymes.
Examining the proposed mechanisms, the author writes that, "It seems that no individual suggestion is able to account for the full extent of effects reported." He proposes a model by which green tea might act, and perhaps account for, the full effect seen in the studies discussed. The model is based on an accumulation of marginal gains, each component contributing to the global reduction in fat accumulation and the simultaneous inhibition of the enzymes COMT and acetyl-CoA carboxylase, fatty acid synthase, and impeding absorption of fat via the gut.
The author concludes that green tea does seem to aid the reduction of fat, either through increased EE or decreased absorption. "Given the relatively low cost of this beverage, it suggests a useful household-based approach to modulating obesity, with such target demographics being reflected in studies using obese test subjects."
For athletes, the author says, a more functional application might be a boost in muscle endurance to prolong physical activity regimens before the onset of muscle fatigue and soreness.
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1Dulloo A, Duret C, Rohrer D, et al. Efficacy of a green tea extract rich in catechin polyphenols and caffeine in increasing 24-h energy expenditure and fat oxidation in humans. Am J Clin Nutr. 1999;70(6):1040-1045.
2Auvichayapat P, Prapochanung M, Tunkamnerdthai O, et al. Effectiveness of green tea on weight reduction in obese Thais: a randomized, controlled trial. Physiol Behav. 2008;93(3):486-491.
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It hasn't been the smoothest postseason ride for the top-seeded Corona del Sol boys basketball team.
The Aztecs needed double overtime to beat Mountain Pointe in the second round, and looked out of sorts for much of Tuesday's quarterfinal matchup with No. 8 Goodyear Millennium.
Once again, though, Corona made plays when it counted and advanced to the Division I state semifinals with a 47-46 victory at Wells Fargo Arena.
The Aztecs are now two victories away from repeating as state champions.
"That's the thing about our guys," Corona del Sol coach Sam Duane said. "They find a way to win."
Adam Gleave was the hero.
He hit three of four free throws in the final 33 seconds and blocked a potential tying lay-up by Millennium's Jordan Martin with under 25 seconds to go.
"I saw that he was a little bit smaller than me," Gleave said. "He got by me, but I tried to compensate and blocked his shot."
Martin hit a 3-pointer with 9.7 seconds remaining to cut the deficit to one point, and Casey Benson pushed it back to a three-point advantage with a pair of free throws.
Martin set up for a game-tying 3-pointer with five seconds left, but his knee buckled and he fell to the floor for a traveling call. Benson hit a free throw with 4.8 seconds remaining to clinch the win, as Martin's 3-pointer at the buzzer was meaningless.
The Aztecs struggled shooting from the outside and Millennium forward Elston Jones controlled the paint. Jones finished with 11 points, 16 rebounds and four blocks.
Corona del Sol only scored 17 points in the first half but stayed in it with strong defense.
"It was a stressful game," Gleave said. "It's different being in the arena with the depth perception. But it's nothing we can't handle."
Neither team led by more than six points throughout the contest.
Benson shot just 4-of-17 from the field but hit eight important free throws for 16 points. Cassius Peat added seven points and seven rebounds. Martin had a game-high 18 points, including 11 in the fourth quarter.
Corona del Sol will play No. 5 Desert Mountain on Thursday at 7:45 p.m. at Wells Fargo Arena.
"I'll take two more (close games)," Duane said. "My heart can take it. If this is what it takes, I'll take it."
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Millennium - Martin 18, Jones 11, Franklin 10, Jackson 6, Jones 1.
Corona del Sol - Benson 16, Peat 7, Gleave 7, Siefker 6, Givens 6, Tennyson 5.
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CORPUS CHRISTI - The Corpus Christi Chapter National Society Daughters of The American Revolution is proudly sponsoring 45 Military Veterans a ride to Minute Maid Park for this event on November 11, 2013. Seating is limited and is on a first come first serve basis. The bus will leave from Wal-Mart on Greenwood at 6 AM and return approx. 11:30 pm.
The Houston Astros and the Texas Society Daughters of the American Revolution will honor all American Veterans with a free screening of the inspirational documentary Honor Flight: One Last Mission.
Everyone is invited to join us at Minute Maid Park on November 11, 2013 when Occidental Petroleum presents a FREE Veterans Day event to honor our nation's military and veterans, with a special thanks to those who served in WWII.
Hosted by the Houston Astros and the Texas DAR, this family-friendly event includes free musical entertainment and video board screening of the award winning documentary Honor Flight: One Last Mission. Featured entertainers include Gary Morris and Tracy Byrd. Honor Flight: One Last Mission, is a heartwarming documentary about four living World War II veterans and a Midwest community coming together to give them the trip of a lifetime. Volunteers race against the clock to fly thousands of WW II veterans to Washington D.C. to see the memorial constructed for them in 2004. The trips are called "Honor Flights" and for the veterans who are in their late 80's and early 90's, it is often the last rip of their lives. The 24-hour journey is full of surprises that deeply move all who are involved. Many veterans say: "With the exception of their wedding day and the birth of their children, the trip is the best day of their life" - http://www.honorflighthouston.org/.
The feature-length documentary about the Honor Flight program, featuring veterans recounting their war stories and taking the trip to Washington, has attracted attention around the country. Locally, the Lone Star Honor Flight, which originated in Montgomery County, ended their flights in 2011, due to the frailty of the vets and their dwindling numbers. For Information on the Houston Honor Flight, visit http://www.honorflighthouston.org/.
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Naked Lunch
Time Out saysCronenberg's film of William Burroughs' novel fleshes out the plot with details from the junkie author's life. He casts Weller as Burroughs' alter ego, Bill Lee, a cockroach exterminator who experiments with injecting his own bug powder. An appointment with the sinister Dr Benway (Scheider), Lee's meeting with a strange creature, and the murder of his wife (Davis) precipitate Lee's flight to Interzone, more mental state than actual place, a decadent, nightmare world run by bureaucrats who control the market in a rare drug, The Black Meat. Under the hallucinatory influence of the drug, Lee's grasp of reality disintegrates as he uses a speaking insect typewriter to file obscure reports. Through his most complex and brilliant cinematic metaphor to date, Cronenberg links these drug-induced images with Lee's eventual salvation, as he comes to terms with his repressed homosexuality and discovers another, more permanent way of altering reality - the writing of his novel 'The Naked Lunch'. Burroughs purists may be disappointed, but this dark distillation of the novel's themes gets closer to its essence than any 'straight' adaptation could hope to do.
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Marijuana advocates in Tennessee hope full legalization in other states will create a new opening here. But so far, they've failed to get anyone in power on board.
Efforts to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes have been ongoing for several years. And this year's bill sponsored by Rep. Sherry Jones (D-Nashville) in the state legislature is practically identical, though it does add post traumatic stress disorder to a list of ailments for which patients could be prescribed pot.
On Monday, a series of informational events will be held at the state capitol and Vanderbilt University. The trouble is, no lawmakers from the GOP supermajority have raised their hands as supporters – none.
"Even if it won't pass this year, it deserves a serious and respectful discussion," says legalization advocate Bernie Ellis. "The first Republican who says that – I think – will be joined by half a dozen others, immediately."
In the U.S., 21 states now allow medical marijuana. None is in the South.
While marijuana legalization efforts have been led by Democrats, just last week Republican Governor Rick Perry of Texas came out in support of at least decriminalizing pot.


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Jack Osbourne and Cheryl Burke: 27/30 tango + 3 = 30 I apologize that my Judges' Leaderboard is such a mess this week. I don't know whether to list them according to total scores or solo scores. Those extra three points only mattered for a few minutes tonight, as far as I can tell. Who knows if they even mattered at all? It's hard out there for three measly, low-wattage extra points making their way through the thick, goopy atmosphere of spray tan molecules and sweat that pervades the Glitter Galaxy. But anyway: Jack, Corbin, and Leah all earned three extra points after winning their legs of the Dance Off, and long story short (too late for that): I'm including these phantom up-votes in the ranking.
Jack is HERE TO WIN as of this week. He's been present all along, but now he's smiling without prompts and has decided he loves to dance. "I thought this would be the cheesiest experience of my life," he admitted to Cheryl. Wait, it's not? I want my no money back!
Jack's tango to "The Beat Goes On" was perhaps his fiercest effort yet -- "You're a tango-dancing pimp!" raved Cher, and the pimp and the hooker are what the tango are all about. (Cheryl's quizzical look toward Bruno after this comment was delicious.) But what really sold me on Jack's staying power was his exuberance and energy in the pair's disco Dance Off against Bill and Emma. I think he would have kept spinning Cheryl around on his thighs (way, way less sexual than it sounds) for days if Tom hadn't rushed them off the floor.
Corbin Bleu and Karina Smirnoff: 27/30 + 3 = 30 Karina gets my own meaningless extra three points for Cher-iest costume, which covered the four essential Ls of sexy dancing -- legs, lace, leather, and lookatmyboobs. But my praise ends there. Their Argentine tango, set to "Welcome to Burlesque," was sloppy! I think we viewers saw many more messed-up steps in one corner than the judges did.
Props to the rehearsal footage editors for making it seem like Corbin Bleu is the busiest man in Hollywood. I'm convinced he got, like, just the one call, and it was either an iPhone alarm he'd set himself or a real call from his publicist, who said "Hello, I'm calling because you asked me to."
But a full slate of phone calls wasn't the only thing distracting Corbin from the choreography:
Ha, Karina's face!
Okay, okay. The movie he's producing is about teen bullying and Corbin would like you to fund it here. I caved. I'm no bully.
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - View original article
Pearson's chi-squared test (χ2) is a statistical test applied to sets of categorical data to evaluate how likely it is that any observed difference between the sets arose by chance. It is suitable for unpaired data from large samples.[1] It is the most widely used of many chi-squared tests (Yates, likelihood ratio, portmanteau test in time series, etc.) – statistical procedures whose results are evaluated by reference to the chi-squared distribution. Its properties were first investigated by Karl Pearson in 1900.[2] In contexts where it is important to improve a distinction between the test statistic and its distribution, names similar to Pearson χ-squared test or statistic are used.
It tests a null hypothesis stating that the frequency distribution of certain events observed in a sample is consistent with a particular theoretical distribution. The events considered must be mutually exclusive and have total probability 1. A common case for this is where the events each cover an outcome of a categorical variable. A simple example is the hypothesis that an ordinary six-sided die is "fair", i. e., all six outcomes are equally likely to occur.
Pearson's chi-squared test is used to assess two types of comparison: tests of goodness of fit and tests of independence.
The procedure of the test includes the following steps:
In this case observations are divided among cells. A simple application is to test the hypothesis that, in the general population, values would occur in each cell with equal frequency. The "theoretical frequency" for any cell (under the null hypothesis of a discrete uniform distribution) is thus calculated as
and the reduction in the degrees of freedom is , notionally because the observed frequencies are constrained to sum to .
When testing whether observations are random variables whose distribution belongs to a given family of distributions, the "theoretical frequencies" are calculated using a distribution from that family fitted in some standard way. The reduction in the degrees of freedom is calculated as , where is the number of co-variates used in fitting the distribution. For instance, when checking a three-co-variate Weibull distribution, , and when checking a normal distribution (where the parameters are mean and standard deviation), . In other words, there will be degrees of freedom, where is the number of categories.
It should be noted that the degrees of freedom are not based on the number of observations as with a Student's t or F-distribution. For example, if testing for a fair, six-sided die, there would be five degrees of freedom because there are six categories/parameters (each number). The number of times the die is rolled will have absolutely no effect on the number of degrees of freedom.
The value of the test-statistic is
The chi-squared statistic can then be used to calculate a p-value by comparing the value of the statistic to a chi-squared distribution. The number of degrees of freedom is equal to the number of cells , minus the reduction in degrees of freedom, .
The result about the numbers of degrees of freedom is valid when the original data are multinomial and hence the estimated parameters are efficient for minimizing the chi-squared statistic. More generally however, when maximum likelihood estimation does not coincide with minimum chi-squared estimation, the distribution will lie somewhere between a chi-squared distribution with and degrees of freedom (See for instance Chernoff and Lehmann, 1954).
In Bayesian statistics, one would instead use a Dirichlet distribution as conjugate prior. If one took a uniform prior, then the maximum likelihood estimate for the population probability is the observed probability, and one may compute a credible region around this or another estimate.
In this case, an "observation" consists of the values of two outcomes and the null hypothesis is that the occurrence of these outcomes is statistically independent. Each observation is allocated to one cell of a two-dimensional array of cells (called a contingency table) according to the values of the two outcomes. If there are r rows and c columns in the table, the "theoretical frequency" for a cell, given the hypothesis of independence, is
where is the total sample size (the sum of all cells in the table). With the term "frequencies" this page does not refer to already normalised values.
The value of the test-statistic is
Fitting the model of "independence" reduces the number of degrees of freedom by p = r + c − 1. The number of degrees of freedom is equal to the number of cells rc, minus the reduction in degrees of freedom, p, which reduces to (r − 1)(c − 1).
For the test of independence, also known as the test of homogeneity, a chi-squared probability of less than or equal to 0.05 (or the chi-squared statistic being at or larger than the 0.05 critical point) is commonly interpreted by applied workers as justification for rejecting the null hypothesis that the row variable is independent of the column variable.[3] The alternative hypothesis corresponds to the variables having an association or relationship where the structure of this relationship is not specified.
The chi-squared test, when used with the standard approximation that a chi-squared distribution is applicable, has the following assumptions:[citation needed]
A test that relies on different assumptions is Fisher's exact test; if its assumption of fixed marginal distributions is met it is substantially more accurate in obtaining a significance level, especially with few observations. In the vast majority of applications this assumption will not be met, and Fisher's exact test will be over conservative and not have correct coverage.[citation needed]
In this context, the frequencies of both theoretical and empirical distributions are unnormalised counts, and for a chi-squared test the total sample sizes of both these distributions (sums of all cells of the corresponding contingency tables) have to be the same.
For example, to test the hypothesis that a random sample of 100 people has been drawn from a population in which men and women are equal in frequency, the observed number of men and women would be compared to the theoretical frequencies of 50 men and 50 women. If there were 44 men in the sample and 56 women, then
If the null hypothesis is true (i.e., men and women are chosen with equal probability), the test statistic will be drawn from a chi-squared distribution with one degree of freedom (because if the male frequency is known, then the female frequency is determined).
Consultation of the chi-squared distribution for 1 degree of freedom shows that the probability of observing this difference (or a more extreme difference than this) if men and women are equally numerous in the population is approximately 0.23. This probability is higher than conventional criteria for statistical significance (0.001 or 0.05), so normally we would not reject the null hypothesis that the number of men in the population is the same as the number of women (i.e., we would consider our sample within the range of what we'd expect for a 50/50 male/female ratio.)
The approximation to the chi-squared distribution breaks down if expected frequencies are too low. It will normally be acceptable so long as no more than 20% of the events have expected frequencies below 5. Where there is only 1 degree of freedom, the approximation is not reliable if expected frequencies are below 10. In this case, a better approximation can be obtained by reducing the absolute value of each difference between observed and expected frequencies by 0.5 before squaring; this is called Yates's correction for continuity.
In cases where the expected value, E, is found to be small (indicating a small underlying population probability, and/or a small number of observations), the normal approximation of the multinomial distribution can fail, and in such cases it is found to be more appropriate to use the G-test, a likelihood ratio-based test statistic. When the total sample size is small, it is necessary to use an appropriate exact test, typically either the binomial test or (for contingency tables) Fisher's exact test. This test uses the conditional distribution of the test statistic given the marginal totals; however, it does not assume that the data were generated from an experiment in which the marginal totals are fixed and is valid whether or not that is the case.


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SeaTac man sentenced 18 years for terror ploton March 25, 2013 @ 6:37 am (Updated: 3:25 pm - 3/25/13 )
A SeaTac man who once said he admired Osama bin Laden was sentenced to 18 years in prison for planning a terror attack in Seattle.
Federal Judge James Robart on Monday also sentenced Abu Khalid Abdul-Latif to 10 years supervised release.
Abdul-Latif previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy to murder U.S. officers and conspiracy to use weapons of mass destruction.
Prosecutors argued for a 19-year prison sentence with lifetime supervision following his release, saying the 35-year-old Abdul-Latif directed major aspects of the planned attack.
Before his arrest in 2011, Abdul-Latif posted videos on YouTube in which he said speaking in defense of Muslims was no longer enough.
"We talk a lot. It's just lip service. This is something I myself, along with the rest of the Muslim Ummah, we have to correct," said Abdul-Latif.
According to a federal complaint, it was his anger over the actions of U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan that led him to plot against a military processing center in Seattle.
The Seattle Times reports Abdul-Latif, formerly Joseph Davis, found religion at Western State Hospital. He was undergoing a mental health evaluation as he stood accused of robbery charges.
He was eventually found competent to stand trial despite a history of mental health issues. Hospital records indicate two suicide attempts and show Abdul-Latif at times heard voices and had visions.
After he served three years in prison for robbery, Abdul-Latif became Muslim, changed his name, got married, started a janitorial service, and had a baby. Then, in 2011 he was accused of plotting terror.
Mayor Mike McGinn made the announcement. He said a police informant had come forward with information.
"He had been approached about participating in the attack and supplying firearms to the conspirators," said McGinn.
Seattle Police called in the FBI. Through secret audio and video recordings, they were able to get evidence of the plan being hatched by Abdul-Latif and a co-conspirator from Los Angeles, Walli Mujahidh.
Law enforcement set up a sting to sell the men automatic weapons. Authorities had altered the weapons before the transaction so they were inoperable.
Abdul-Latif and Mujahidh were planning to use those automatic weapons and grenades to attack a military processing facility on East Mardinal Way South in Seattle.
"In addition to housing many civilian and military employees, the building houses a federal daycare facility as well," said McGinn.
According to the federal charges, Abdul-Latif hoped to inspire other violence around the world with his attack in Seattle.
Following sentencing Abdul-Latif's attorney, Jennifer Wellman, refuted some of the claims her client plead guilty to. "We still firmly believe this was not a foiled plot, that it was manipulated by the informant with the helping hand of the government."
Wellman said she believed Abdul-Latif entered into the plea deal because he felt it was important to acknowledge his responsibility for embracing the attack and he understood the stakes at hand. "He is not somebody who belongs behind bars for the rest of his life by virtue of this mistake."
Mujahidh is scheduled for sentencing later this year.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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The Gophers competed at the Meet of the Unsaintly on Saturday afternoon
Team Honored at Golden Goldys
Three members of the cross country and track & field teams were honored at the Golden Goldys
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2014 Season - Outdoor: Ran three races recorded a career-best time of 18:51.25 in the 5,000m and finished 10th at Hamline placed 13th in the 5,000m (19:14.72) at Meet of the Unsaintly in 5,000m finished fifth in the 10,000m in 38:55.77 at Hamline.
2013 Season - Indoor: Finished third in the 3,000m at the Parents Day Open (10:20.80) took fifth in the 5,000m at the Jack Johnson Classic with a season-best time of 18:08.20.
2013 Season - Outdoor: Ran the 10,000m at the Drake Relays (37:19.53) ran the 1,500m at the Meet of the Unsaintly (4:51.37).
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High School: A 2011 graduate of Iowa City High School high school coaches were Tom Mittman, Thos Trefz and Terry Coleman cross country team placed second in the state of Iowa in her senior, junior and sophomore seasons placed third individually in the state meet four-year letterwinner in both cross country and track also participated in show, jazz and concert choir was in the drumline National Honor Society member.
Personal: Born November 14, 1992 majoring in Spanish, Portuguese and global studies daughter of David and Ellen Rethwisch has four sisters, Kate, Abby, Amanda and Mary, and one brother, John Paul enjoys the ukelele, crepes, traveling and family.
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History of the Coffee Bean (and why I'm typing this at 124 words-per-minute!)
Coffee has been a regular staple the daily routine of human beings for a long time. So long, that its origins are steeped in legend.
The story goes that in Ethiopia, around 850 A.D., a goatherd observed that his livestock were exceptionally alert and frisky after eating a certain bright red berry. Inside those berries were coffee beans and the rest, as they say, is history. Coffee beans have traveled the world and become a constant in many a household and culture.
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Scientists and medical professionals have studied coffee for well over a century. And what they have found, as with anything, is there are many benefits and few risks. It is commonly held that the benefits of coffee consumption outweigh the risks.
After taking a peep at Pubmed (a medical research database), I found that coffee has significant benefits and could even be considered a Superfood by some.
Type 2 Diabetes: coffee may very well reduce the risk of this disease's onset. Why is not exactly known, but studies indicate that habitual consumption of this beverage significantly lowers the threat.
Theories include coffee's abundant antioxidant power, and chlorogenic acid content (which reduces glucose concentration). Oddly enough, coffee's caffeine component is negligible in this capacity as decaf coffee shows the same benefits.
It seems the more coffee, the better for prevent diabetes. Researchers found that 4-6 cups a day reduced risk by 28%. And more than 6 cups a day reduced the risk by 35%.
That's in comparison to two or less cups a day. However, read a little further before you go jaunting off to your local coffee shop for your 7th cup of coffee.
Heart Disease: there was a 25% reduction in mortality rates for women for drinkers of 2-4 cups a day, the same study found. However, more than 4 cups a day did nothing further to decrease that risk.
The study involved healthy women who don't over consume alcohol or tobacco, and who are a normal weight for their height. Simply put, women who don't consume coffee at all were found to have a higher risk of heart disease.
Alzheimer's Disease: or any type of dementia can be reduced as a result of coffee consumption by up to 65%.
Parkinson's Disease: a reduction of up to 80% was found. It's still unknown why, but researchers think it has to do with the caffeine.
Colon and Liver Cancer (also Cirrhosis): ranges from 25% reduced risk to 80%. These results seem to be related to coffee's anti-inflammatory powers.
Also indicated where headache relief, asthma relief, and cavity protection. The former are due to the caffeine consumption and the latter due to anti-bacterial compounds found within the brew.
Antioxidants: Americans and the Norse obtain their primary source of antioxidant power from coffee.
Coffee was found to contain more antioxidants than some fruits. However, fruits such as grapes, blueberries, raspberries, cranberries, and oranges have additional nutrition that coffee does not. So keep them in your diet!
Coffee's antioxidant power is also linked to anti-aging effects.
Weight Loss Friend: Coffee is exceptionally low in calories. An 8 oz cup of black coffee has only two calories. Adding cream or sugar mitigates the calorie friendliness, but a cup can still be relatively guilt-free if you measure your additions.
On the other hand…
High Blood Pressure: if you suffer from high blood pressure, it is best to keep a low roar on your coffee intake. Consume no more than 2-3 cups a day as more can increase your blood pressure levels dramatically.
Caffeine Metabolism and Heart Disease: a subset of the population, but a fairly common one, has a genetic mutation that hinders their ability to breakdown caffeine. As a result, two or more cups of coffee a day can increase the risk of heart disease in such folks.
High consumption: for the average person, 4-7 cups a day can cause anxiety, irritability, sleeplessness, and restlessness in some individuals. It is best to keep coffee in moderation and stick with 2-3 cups in the morning. Coffee can also affect those who exercise at a high altitude by decreasing the flow of blood to the heart.
It is generally not recommended to increase your coffee consumption to reduce the risk of any disease. The increase could contribute to the development of other issues. However, if you are currently a coffee drinker, and do not suffer from any of the above, do by all means carry on.
Don't feel guilty about meeting your friends for a cuppa – enjoy!


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Greetings from the MSG Training Center, where the prospects are on the ice. In the meantime, here's Sean Avery "reflecting on his time at Vogue.":http://www.mensvogue.com/magazine/articles/2008/06/sean-avery?currentPage=1
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ha! The last line was a pretty good one.
Rob C
I will miss this man.
What a shame if we let him go.
Oh, and by reading this, I think it's pretty clear he's not the mindless, selfish thug that some people make him out to be.
I told him we wanted him back in Blue outside the My Morning Jacket concert on Friday. I think he thought I was going to talk trash because he grimaced before realizing I was a friendly and said "Thanks man, enjoy the show."
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"....it may or may not have been a deep draft but it didn't prevent the new owners of the Lightning from using their last pick to select a player they know will never play for them. Using pick number 203, Tampa Bay took Alaskan-born defenseman David Carle, who learned last week that he has a career-ending heart ailment. "The kid worked his whole life to be drafted in the NHL, and I didn't see a reason he shouldn't be,†new owner Oren Koules explained."
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Beer, that's amazing.
I'm not sure if its a dumb move or one that will turn Karma in TB's favor (if you believe in that sorta thing), but it was definitely a great/nice thing for the bolts to do.
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I guess the view-point may have been "There's no one after #203 that you can't just sign as a free-agent". It's certainly a cool thing to do.
Doodie Machetto
Well, they hired Barry Melrose, so it seems that karma isn't really in their favor. I figure EJ Hradek replaces him on television.
Truefas, the reason why those streaks are coincidental is because Jagr has openly admitted to saving himself for the end of the season. When Jagr turns it on, we win hockey games. Jagr doesn't deserve to be paid what he has been paid before, but when he is really trying, he is still one of the most dominant players in the league.
Call me when Avery gets 20 goals in a season… which will be never. If we don't resign him, it's gonna take a classless organization like the Islanders to pick him up. He has really worn out his welcome across the NHL. He makes our whole organization and sport look classless by the way he plays. I really am sick of him.
Sam, any word on the rumors about Straka potentially returning to Czech Republic to be a GM/player for Plzen (I think that was the team)?
ORR...The Pop Sensation Known As KOlton !!! He Hates the Back Stabbing Hollweg ! !
Wah Wah Wah !!
Re Sign Avery !!
I bet an LA Kings fan said the same exact thing right before he got traded. Any team will sign him, and the Habs will definitely want him. You'd be surprised. Teams will make that sacrifice. Rutuu worn out his welcome to every team. Tootoo definitely has as well, if he ever plans on leaving Nashville.
He's awesome. I hate how people are saying he's "injury prone" unless im mistaking, this was the only season of his career where he really had a couple of injuries. Freak injuries dont count. His wrist injuries dont count either, you try getting dumped by Elisha Cuthbert then watch her in "Girl Next Door" without doing something that should not be done a that age, if ya know what i mean. Any way, he's the man, if Sather has any brains he'd re sign him, Jags, and Shanny, and dump Rozi. Pick up an offensive D man, Streit, Campbell, Liles if possible. Get a physical D man, Orpik, maybe even Commodore he he's available.
I wish it was October
Rob C
Aves was at the MMJ show???? Man, I wish I could have bumped into him.
By the way, INCREDIBLE SHOW, eh? They're a fantastic band.
sam- can we get some info on the skate today? how did the new picks look?
that move by TB is very respectable… and smart, they get stamkos and good karma in the draft, i think they did good
is this possible?
i'll miss avery if he goes, which looks more and more likely.
Fruity Cupcake
If Avery signs locally, I'll turn on him pretty quick. But I'm hoping he and Glennie (as Jags calls him) can work out a good two-year deal. Then next season, maybe Cheering for Children could raffle off an Avery makeover to a lucky fan!
In other news, Mats Sundin's interested in playing for the Rangers. Sam….thoughts around Greenburgh???


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The City has proposed amending the Land Development Code to require all Coral Springs Water District customers to establish water service in the property owners' names.
The proposed Land Development Code Amendment requires all Coral Springs Water District accounts currently held by tenants to be put in the property owner's name by April 1, 2015 to enable the City to lien properties with delinquent amounts.
If you are a commercial or residential landlord in the City of Coral Springs Water District, the City invites you to attend a public hearing on Wednesday, March 19 at 6:30 p.m. to find out more about the proposed amendment.
The hearing will be held City Hall, located at 9551 West Sample Road. For more information, view the amendment at www.CoralSprings.org/PublicWorks/waterservice.cfm


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World Tennis Day in 2014 will centre around three special events:
The BNP Paribas Showdown at New York's Madison Square Garden features Novak Djokovic (SRB) and Andy Murray (GBR) rekindling their rivalry, while their is a clash of the siblings with Bob and Mike Bryan (USA) and John and Patrick McEnroe (USA) competing in what is sure to be an entertaining evening of tennis.
Moving across to the other side of the world, the second-ever BNP Paribas Showdown in Hong Kong sees Roland Garros champion Li Na (CHN) taking on US Open titlist Sam Stosur (AUS), while Australia's Lleyton Hewitt will play against Czech Republic's Tomas Berdych.
This year sees London join the BNP Paribas Showdown fold, with a line-up that is sure to thrill the British crowds. Pete Sampras (USA) and Andre Agassi (USA) will once again do battle, while Pat Cash (AUS) and Ivan Lendl (CZE) are sure not to pull any punches as they go head-to-head in the same city where Cash denied Lendl a Wimbledon title.
All three events, organised by the promoter StarGames, will include demonstrations of the ITF Tennis10s programme aimed at increasing participation around the world.
"World Tennis Day will once again put a spotlight on tennis participation," said ITF President Francesco Ricci Bitti. "The very successful BNP Paribas Showdown in New York, staged by the USTA in association with StarGames as part of Tennis Night in America, is an example of how special events and participation activities can be combined successfully.
"We are pleased with the initial response from many of our member national associations, and look forward to additional events and activities around the world over the next few years."
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16 Supplements To Get The Most Out Of Your Body
It's dinner time and you're hungry, so what are you going to eat? For your sake, it better not be one of those processed meals that come in a box. Or worse, fast food – yuck! Those things are terrible for you. Low nutritional value, processed ingredients, chemically modified foods, high fat content – does any of that sound good to you? Hopefully you're shaking your head and saying, "No."
So, to supplement your diet, need to eat nutritional foods and take multivitamins. The multivitamins are a great start, but you need to monitor just what nutritional foods you're eating. Even some of those are corporate creations that put taste before nutrition, replacing natural ingredients with high fructose corn syrup. You'll end up gaining more weight than you lose – not something you want.
The key to success is finding specific supplements that will enhance your body's overall nutritional health. For safety reasons, you should always check with your doctor before starting a supplement cycle. There are some powerful supplements out there that will affect preexisting medications, so it's better to be safe than sorry. Plus, your doctor can help you determine exactly which supplement is best for your system. It's a win-win situation.
To help you get started, here is a list of some common problems people have while trying to maintain a healthy body. Just find the area you need some help with and read up on it. It's that simple.
Problem: Bone Density
Recommendation: Magnesium
People are always relying on their bones to get them around, but how often do you think about your bone's health? Bone density is a very serious problem that gets worse with age. You need to give your body a fighting chance by supplying it with magnesium, one of the key nutrients for healthy bone density. There are loads of supplements out there, so pick your favorite one and start enjoying.
Problem: Nutrient Distribution
Recommendation: Nitrix
Putting nutrients into your body is one thing, but actually getting those nutrients out to your organs is another. Your body transfers nutrients through the bloodstream. To increase the bloodstream's efficiency, add nitric oxide to your diet with Nitrix. Nitric oxide is naturally made in the body, yet you can help boost the supply in your system with one simple capsule. Imagine larger muscles, more stamina, happier moods.
Problem: Bodily Impurities
Recommendation: Daily Detox Herbal Tea
Is there anything more herbal and natural than tea? It is one of the only herbal substances on the planet that has stood the test of time. Daily Detox Herbal Tea takes the usual tea blend and adds in a couple other natural ingredients to expedite and accent the natural detoxifying effect of tea. All you have to do is drink one cup daily, making it both simple and effective.
Problem: Weight Loss
Recommendation: Fire Starter
Diet pills come with all sorts of goofy names, and Fire Starter continues the trend. Regardless, it is a powerful dietary aid that can get your body slimmed down. It has a thermogenic blend of ingredients that will be sure to set your body's system on fire. Corny, I know, but it's true. You will literally feel the warmth of your body burning off excess calories, resulting in pound after pound falling off your body.
Problem: Digestive Issues
Recommendation: FiberSol
As you age, your body has a difficult time breaking down food. You need to start adding fiber into your diet, which is not always the simplest thing to do. Thankfully, FiberSol is a natural fiber supplement that is derived from fruits and plants, which is why it makes this list. A naturally derived fiber source is always going to beat out one that is chemically modified – no contest.
Problem: Muscle Growth
Recommendation: Dianavar
This is going to be a male recommended product only – it is not intended for use by females. This supplement enhances the male body, giving it a huge rush of testosterone. All of this testosterone will then push your body further than it previously was thought possible. If you have recently hit a plateau with your workout results, Dianavar can get you over it, easily and efficiently.
Problem: Protein Deficiency
Recommendation: Clif Builder's Bars
Clif Builder's Bars are perfect for anyone that needs some more protein in their diet. These nutritional bars are easy to carry around, cheap, and all-natural. That's right – there are no chemically altered ingredients in these bars, so they are low in fat and high in nutritional value. Whether you are a bodybuilder or an average Joe, these bars are crucial to maintain a healthy, active life.
Problem: Snacking Urges
Recommendation: Optimum Nutrition Whey Protein
Whey protein is a fast-acting protein complex that hits your body hard. It starts setting into your system within twenty to thirty minutes. Because Optimum Nutrition's Whey Protein comes packed with protein calories, which are hundreds of times better than fat calories, all of that protein is then going to suppress your body's urge to snack. This culminates into a nutrient filled snack that keeps you satiated for a bit.
Problem: Loss of Male Libido
Recommendation: Sex Cycle for Men
Plenty of men experience a decrease in their sexual libido at times. It could be caused by stress, exercise, or age, but you do not have to continue suffering. Sex Cycle for Men gives you the nutrients you need to increase your sexual libido, reinvigorating it back to the way you want it. All you have to do is follow the cycle and the rest is history.
Problem: Anabolic Enhancement
Recommendation: Muscletech Leukic HardCore
After a workout, the body goes into what is known as an anabolic phase. This is the time where the body uses up the nutrients in its system to repair the damage caused to your muscles. An anabolic enhancer can actually increase the amount of time that your body spends repairing your muscles, which means larger muscular gains and firmer muscles. Muscletech Leukic HardCore is one of the best in the business for anabolic enhancers.
Problem: Female Orgasms
Recommendation: Viva Cream
The female body is much more complicated than its male counterpart. A woman needs to be healthy and stress-free in order to experience a true orgasm. Thankfully, Viva Cream can deal with both of those factors. It gives your body a specific blend of nutrients to soothe your stress and increase your sexual enjoyment.
Problem: Thyroid Health
Recommendation: Omega-3 Fish Oils
Some scientific studies have shown that omega-3 fish oils actually help keep your thyroid healthy. For anyone that wants to stay thin and fit, this is important. Your thyroid controls your metabolism and the amount of protein being introduced into your muscles. Those two factors alone should convince you that omega-3 fish oils are important in your diet.
Problem: Bronchial Restrictions / Asthma
Recommendation: Proefed
Suffering from asthma and other asthma related syndromes is no fun. It restricts your ability to enjoy the physical world. To combat this terrible affliction, there is Proefed, a supplement designed to release the muscular tension around your bronchial passageway. It is not a replacement for your usual asthma medication, but it can help supplement the effects and give you back the control over your life.
Problem: Insomnia
Recommendation: Sleep Walker
Everyone has those nights where you just can't sleep, but not one enjoys them. You feel wasted the next day and it's hard to focus. If this sounds like you, Sleep Walker is your savior. Their proprietary blend is designed to soothe your body into sleep, starting with your digestive system and then working toward the brain.
Problem: Creatine Deficiency
Recommendation: Kreation
During intense workouts, the body produces a substance known as "creatine." This substance is designed to push your body through tough situations, enhancing your muscular strength and endurance. Unfortunately, your body only keeps a small amount in supply. Taking a creatine supplement can increase your workout endurance and results, and there isn't a better creatine supplement on the market than Kreation.
Problem: Post-Workout Recovery
Recommendation: L-Glutamine
Muscular pain and soreness after a workout is a common occurrence. Let's face it, you did some serious damage and it is going to take time for them to repair. L-Glutamine can speed up this process though. It increases the protein absorption rate and reduces the recovery period that so many men and women suffer from these days. Don't miss out on your chance to reduce your post-workout recovery period.
As always, MyNutritionWorld.Net would like to encourage you to visit a doctor before taking any fitness or nutritional supplement.
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The World Is Not Enough movie trailer - starring Pierce Brosnan, Judi Dench, Robbie Coltrane, Robert Carlyle, Sophie Marceau, Denise Richards. Directed by Michael Apted. Genre: Action-Adventure
Rating: PG-13
The World Is Not Enough -- Clip: Caviar Factory And Giant Saw
The World Is Not Enough -- Bond takes position as bodyguard of British oil tycoon's daughter after a deadly mishap at MI6.
The World Is Not Enough -- Clip: Boat Chase
The World Is Not Enough movie trailer - starring Pierce Brosnan, Judi Dench, Robert Carlyle, Sophie Marceau, Robbie Coltrane, Denise Richards. Directed by Michael Apted. Genre: Action-Adventure
Rating: PG-13
A second trailer for The World is Not Enough.
Greed, revenge, world dominance, high-tech terrorism - it's all in a day's work for James Bond, who races to defuse an international power struggle with the world's oil supply hanging in the balance in The World is Not Enough, the 19th installment in the longest-running and most successful film franchise in cinema history.
From the banks of the Nervion River in Bilbao, Spain, to a spectacular high-speed boat chase up London's River Thames and through the highlands of Scotland, James Bond (Pierce Brosnan, in his third appearance in the role of the world's best-known secret agent) barely survives a potential nuclear explosion in a vast oil pipeline in Turkey - all in the name of protecting beautiful oil heiress Elektra King (Sophie Marceau) from notorious international terrorist Renard (Robert Carlyle).
With nuclear weapons expert Dr. Christmas Jones (Denise Richards) at his side, Bond travels to Azerbaijan, the Caspian Sea and Istanbul. There, a former enemy (Robbie Coltrane) becomes a formidable ally before the final dramatic showdown in the claustrophobic confines of a nuclear submarine beneath the surface of the Bosphorus Sea.
The World is Not Enough is an exhilarating adventure that takes all of the compelling elements expected of the Bond series and sets them against the background of a contemporary crisis on the cutting edge of today's news. Clearly, James Bond - Agent 007 - is back.
The World is Not Enough also stars Desmond Llewelyn, who returns as weapons and gadget wizard Q, as well as Dame Judi Dench as M and Samantha Bond as Moneypenny. Robbie Coltrane reprises the character of double agent Valentin Zukovsky. The film also features John Cleese (A Fish Called Wanda) as Q's assistant, Serena Scott Thomas (Diana: Her True Story) as Dr. Holly Warmflash, who ministers to Bond, Maria Grazia Cucinotta (Il Postino) as Cigar Girl and music artist Goldie as Bull, Zukovsky's chauff
The trailer for the nineteenth film in the James Bond franchise, The World is Not Enough.
Sir Robert King, an oil magnate friend of James Bond (Agent 007), is murdered during a bombing at his M16 Headquarters. The tycoon's only heir, the beautiful Elektra King, inherits billions of dollars worth of oil deposits in the Caspian sea--as well as some very unwanted attention. Elektra is threatened with the same deadly fate as her father, unless she changes the route of Sir Robert's proposed pipeline. Feeling somewhat responsible for the death, as he was unable to fully secure M16 from the bomb, Bond takes on the role of bodyguard for Elektra. Now the world's oil supply is in peril as 007 battles the assassin, Renard, a rabid anti-capitalist terrorist. He is a hateful, dying, psychopath who feels no pain, due to the fact that he lives with a bullet lodged in his brain. Renard is intent on using the resources of King Enterprises as revenge against his hated enemies at M16. Bond must race to defuse this international power struggle with the world s oil supply hanging in the balance, aware that he's the only man who can take the heat between a beautiful heiress, a malicious sociopath, and a world-threatening diabolical plan.
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text: Carine on the Collections In a fashion industry first, Harper's Bazaar has welcomed Carine Roitfeld as global fashion director across all 26 international editions. The famed editor is debuting her first fashion feature for the March 2013 issues. The following editorial was shot in New York and features the faces and designers of the Spring 2013 season. Here, we reveal four of the stunning photographs and the full spread hits newsstands on February 12. Welcome to spring. Sam, Jill Sander & Yumi, Alexander Wang By Harper's Bazaar Staff on 2/5/2013 Shirt and shorts, Jil Sander.Top, skirt, and sandals, Alexander Wang. Carine on the Collections - Page 5


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The full two-year fellowship is divided between the junior (12 months) and senior training (12 months). During the first year of training (junior), you are integrated into the multidisciplinary approach of patient care of cerebrovascular disorders and their complex needs. Basic angiography skills and the basics of neurointervention are the focus of this year. If your background is neurosurgery, you are also expected to complete a one-week microvascular training course during the year. A radiation safety course is also required during this year.
For the second year of training (senior), you focus in the acquisition of advanced microsurgicals (if applicable) and neurointervention skills. You are also be co-responsible for supervision of the first-year fellow and in charge of fellowship program conferences.
Clinical conferences, seminars, small discussion groups, journal clubs, and one-on-one instruction are all an integral part of the Mayo educational experience.
There are various conferences each week you are required to attend when on clinical services. These may include the following:
There are multiple departmental and/or subspecialty conferences held daily throughout the Mayo Clinic, which are open to all residents and fellows.
You will have opportunities to pursue clinical or basic science research projects with one or more mentors. This group includes staff neurosurgeons, neurologists, radiologists and basic scientists.
It is required that all fellows submit or publish one manuscript per year. When these are accepted for presentation, there is a policy which allows fellows to present their work at national meetings.
To ensure you gain proficiency and develop the corresponding technical skills, your performance is monitored throughout this program. You are formally evaluated by your supervising faculty member following the completion of each clinical rotation; and then meet with the program director to review these evaluations. In addition, you regularly evaluate the faculty to ensure your educational goals are being met.


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Teething: Does teething cause a high fever?
Is it common for teething to cause high fevers in children 10 to 18 months old? My child has had a 103-105 degree fever every two to three weeks. It appears to have started when she cut her first teeth.Question:
That fever seems very high to me! A low grade fever may not necessarily be unusual. You should see your pediatrician because there may be some other cause for your daughter's fever. Fevers, especially that high, usually indicate some type of infection.
Eruption of baby teeth can be accompanied by a variety of local disturbances. The gum tissue can appear somewhat "overgrown" or bulbous. There can also be excess salivation. Sometimes, redness may occur in the skin of the cheek next to the erupting tooth, possibly accompanied by a rash. The back teeth are more likely to cause problems than the front teeth.
Babies that are teething seem to want to bite hard objects like teething rings. To ease the discomfort, a parent can use products such as Baby Anbesol or even a little mouthwash, such as Scope or Cepacol, on a Q-tip. Do not use mouthwash after the teeth have erupted because they often contain sugar. If the baby has trouble sleeping, you might check with your dentist or pediatrician about using baby Tylenol or some other pain killer or sedative to help all involved parties get a good night's sleep.Answer:


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Rockaway officials are pleased that Mayor Bloomberg's directive to extend passenger ferry service between the peninsula and Manhattan through at least Labor Day.
Now, they are looking to remove the word "interim" from any discussions with City Hall and the Department of Transportation.
"Our work is not done until the Rockaway ferry service is made permanent," Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder (D-Rockaway Beach). "The ferry is not only a smart and efficient means of travel, but it will continue to provide much-needed transportation options and assistance to help our communities recover after Sandy."
The service was initiated last fall in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, which severely damaged the Broad Channel railroad bridge and more than 1,000 feet of track that brings the A train to the Rockaways.
Service was shut down for seven months.
Goldfeder recently delivered a petition with more than 3,000 signatures to city officials calling for ferries as a permanent option.
Shuttle buses and a special H subway line were added along with the ferry until A train service was restored on May 30.
The Mayor's Office said Manhattan-bound runs will continue between 5:45 and 9:20 a.m. from a temporary landing installed by the New York City Economic Development Corporation at Beach 108th Street and Beach Channel Drive.
Riders are taken to Pier 11, and can get a free transfer to East 34th Street in Midtown.
Return trips are available during the evening rush.
The fare will remain at $2.
"Ridership numbers show that this new ferry service is an important transportation option for Rockaway residents," Bloomberg said in a statement issued by his office on July 2. "The continuation of service, along with the additional weekend service that we also have added, will allow the Rockaways to keep rebounding from Sandy."
State Sen. Joe Addabbo Jr. (D-Howard Beach) has been an advocate of ferry service in the Rockaways since his years on the City Council.
He also hopes the numbers between now and Labor Day will convince city transportation officials to make the boats permanent.
"For any official, this is a no-brainer," the senator said. "You are talking about one of the most geographically isolated areas of New York City. The bottom line is this should be permanent, not just extended until Memorial Day and then Labor Day. I want to see full service — and on weekends too."
Addabbo acknowledged that the service would have to be subsidized with local transportation funds in order to keep it competitive with the subways and buses.
"But in a $70 billion budget, I think the city can find the fraction it needs," Addabbo said. "Back in my Council days in 2002, the city had one of the worst economies in its history after 9/11; and I still got the rest of the Council to agree to $500,000 for a Rockaway ferry."
He said the city's anticipated return on investment is a key to the issue, particularly if it can take advantage of what the senator said are underutilized water resources.
"It's a two-way waterway," he said. "People will use it to go to the Rockaways to visit the beaches or to surf; or to go to some of the restaurants. It should be an easy sell."


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Police appeal: composite of suspect
The Atlanta Police needs assistance from the public as they work to identify a suspect in a possible child abduction attempt.
From APD: On November 1, 2012, the suspect is wanted for approaching a 12 year old victim in her home. It is unclear at this time what the suspect's motive was; however, please be on the lookout for this suspect. Suspect is a white male, over 6 feet in height, blonde/auburn hair color (little longer than a buzz cut), clean shaven was last seen wearing a navy blue winter coat, blue jeans. The suspect left the scene in a gold small boxy car similar but not limited to a Toyota Prius. The suspect was last seen in the Virginia- Highlands Area. If you have any information about this suspect please call:
Lt. J. Brady (404)546-5516
Sgt. Hampton (404)546-7986
Investigator K. Reese (404)546-2611
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Tony Ortega Puts the Skids on Tom Cruise TMZ Item
Here's a suggestion for TMZ. When the next need-for-verification Church of Scientology-tinged item comes along, like this Friday afternoon EXCLUSIVE speculating that a pair of wee-hour motorcycle riders were Tom Cruise and girlfriend, check with Tony Ortega first.
The former Village Voice editor-in-chief works tirelessly at the helm of his must-read Scientology blog The Underground Bunker. No one knows more about CoS celebrity members past, present and near future-than this guy. If TMZ had checked with Ortega, they could have easily avoided this Saturday morning admonition:
This isn't the first time that ex-Scientologist Tiziano Lugli has been mistaken for Tom Cruise zipping around Hollywood on his Ducati motorcycle.
But TMZ? You'd think Harvey Levin's outfit would want a bit more confirmation before deciding that a video of Tiziano and his wife Jamie is Tom Cruise and his "Rebound Chick."


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Bulgari Is Making Money Again
Sales have climbed 27.9 percent compared to this time last year.
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Sales have climbed 27.9 percent compared to this time last year.
It's going to be another great year for expensive things.
Check 'em out, along with clutches with jeweled bugs on them.
The new flagship opens on Madison today, and we got inside for a sneak peak.
Samsung is said to be interested in buying.
But will it last or is the money coming back?
It seems best to be independently wealthy before getting into this line of work.
After canceling their Fashion Week show, the label's fate remains uncertain.
Sales of 'Allure' were down more than 17 percent.
The label cites economic conditions.
But the kind of hipster who doesn't like ripped jeans.
And the spring 2010 collection won't be shipped.
But he already found an investor.
Spring 2010 was a very safe season. Blame the recession.
Slightly, that is.
'Vogue' fared much better than any of them.
Some of them will even cost under $400.
You're not selling a watch, you're selling emotion.
Luxury goods are a hard sell now, and images of models and bottles won't cut it.
Graduate-student collections are more creative without the pressure to sell.