text:
Utah State:Earned academic all-WAC honors in 2010... Finished 10th in the 5000m at the 2010 WAC Outdoor Championships. High School: Eight-time letterwinner in cross country and track & field... Named Best Track Athlete in 2008... Cross country MVP in 2006 and 2007... Member of the 2005-2008 Regional Championship track teams. Personal: Majoring in exercise science with plans to be a physical therapist.
Personal bests include:

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Coverage: BTN
3:30 PM ET, October 27, 2012
TCF Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN
Top Performers
Passing: P. Nelson (MINN) - 246 YDS, 3 TD
Rushing: D. Kirkwood (MINN) - 22 CAR, 134 YDS
Receiving: A. Barker (MINN) - 5 REC, 135 YDS, 2 TD
MINNEAPOLIS -- Freshman Philip Nelson threw three touchdown passes in the first half of his second college start for Minnesota, and the Gophers breezed to their first Big Ten victory of the season by beating Purdue 44-28 on Saturday afternoon.
Nelson led Minnesota (5-3, 1-3 Big Ten) to touchdowns on four straight possessions while the Gophers averaged almost 10 yards per play. He completed 12 straight passes in one stretch and had all 246 of his yards in the first half on the way to a 34-7 lead, more points than Minnesota had in any game last year.
Big Ten Blog
ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg and Brian Bennett write about all things Big Ten in the conference blog.
• Blog network: College Football Nation
Purdue's Caleb TerBush was pulled for Robert Marve in the third quarter for Purdue (3-5, 0-4) after finishing 5 for 18 for 49 yards and an interception that Michael Carter returned 43 yards for a score.
Nelson connected with A.J. Barker for two scores and Derrick Engel for another. Engel and Rodrick Williams enjoyed their first career touchdowns. The defense wasn't outdone, either. TerBush was sacked three times, and Carter tied the program record with six pass breakups, including three on the same drive he ended with the pick six. Jordan Wettstein made three of his four field-goal attempts.
TerBush, almost four years older than Nelson, looked more like the guy making his second start. After a decent 2011 season, the fifth-year senior has struggled through much of this fall. The same team that lost by three points at now-fifth-ranked Notre Dame and in overtime last week at Ohio State has been blown out by Michigan, Wisconsin and now Minnesota.
Marve went 11 for 19 for 97 yards and two touchdowns in relief, helping the Boilermakers creep closer with the outcome long decided.
Thanks in part to Drew Brees, the Boilermakers were 11-3 against the Gophers from 1996 until this game. But this winning margin was the biggest for the Gophers in the series since a 35-15 victory in 1989. Coach Danny Hope's job security slipped a little more, dropping his record at the school to 19-26. He's been to one bowl game, but the Boilermakers are going to have trouble repeating that.
Behind an injury-shuffled offensive line missing three of the original five starters, Nelson revived a group that had nine turnovers in the first three conference games. He finished 15 for 22 and ran nine times for 37 yards. Donnell Kirkwood rushed 22 times for 134 yards, and Barker gained 135 yards on five catches.
This was Minnesota's most-lopsided Big Ten win since a 63-26 decision over Indiana on Nov. 4, 2006.
Christian Eldred's 16-yard punt followed a three-and-out by the Gophers to start the game, and the Boilermakers jumped all over the friendly field position for an early 7-0 lead. Akeem Shavers gained 40 yards around left end to get them close, and TerBush's 1-yard toss to Brandon Cottom finished the drive.
That lopsided sequence of opening possessions was worth remembering simply for how sharply the game tilted toward Minnesota immediately after. Eldreddidn't kick again until midway through the third quarter.
After a so-so debut at Wisconsin last week, Nelson didn't just find a rhythm against a Purdue defense that gave up 401.3 yards per game before this, the second-highest average in the conference. He discovered all kinds of spaces to throw to down the field and plenty of time to do it.
Whether with a pump fake and a perfect in-stride pass to a receiver on a fly pattern up the sideline or a patient wait for his target to make a double move and get open in the secondary, Nelson sure made coach Jerry Kill's decision to pull the redshirt and give him the job look like a good one.
He hit Engel for 34 yards to tie the game. MarQueis Gray, the injury-affected senior Nelson replaced in the middle of the huddle, grabbed a 33-yard pass near the goal line to set up Williams for a short scoring run. Barker hauled in a 38-yard completion on the second play of the second quarter to stretch the lead further.
Then after Purdue stalled at the Minnesota 44 and punted, Nelson connected with Barker again, for 63 yards and a touchdown without a defender near him. The snowball effect was clear. The Boilermakers had that punt surrounded inside the 1-yard line, but Danny Anthrop accidentally stepped across the goal line while downing the ball to give the Gophers a touchback, yet another special teams mistake for Purdue in a season full of them.
Team Stat Comparison
1st Downs | 21 | 20 |
Total Yards | 381 | 458 |
Passing | 198 | 246 |
Rushing | 183 | 212 |
Penalties | 8-64 | 8-51 |
3rd Down Conversions | 9-18 | 6-13 |
4th Down Conversions | 1-2 | 1-1 |
Turnovers | 1 | 0 |
Possession | 30:13 | 29:47 |
Scoring Summary
TD | 11:28 | Brandon Cottom 1 Yd Pass From Caleb TerBush (Sam Mccartney Kick) | 7 | 0 | |
TD | 06:06 | Derrick Engel 34 Yd Pass From Philip Nelson (Jordan Wettstein Kick) | 7 | 7 | |
TD | 02:43 | Rodrick Williams Jr. 4 Yd Run (Jordan Wettstein Kick) | 7 | 14 | |
TD | 14:11 | A.J. Barker 38 Yd Pass From Philip Nelson (Jordan Wettstein Kick) | 7 | 21 | |
TD | 10:34 | A.J. Barker 63 Yd Pass From Philip Nelson (Jordan Wettstein Kick) | 7 | 28 | |
FG | 05:48 | Jordan Wettstein 40 Yd | 7 | 31 | |
FG | 00:00 | Jordan Wettstein 35 Yd | 7 | 34 | |
TD | 14:03 | Michael Carter 43 Yd Interception Return (Jordan Wettstein Kick) | 7 | 41 | |
FG | 11:20 | Jordan Wettstein 44 Yd | 7 | 44 | |
TD | 07:39 | Dolapo Macarthy 10 Yd Pass From Robert Marve (Sam Mccartney Kick) | 14 | 44 | |
TD | 01:19 | Antavian Edison 7 Yd Pass From Robert Marve (Sam Mccartney Kick) | 21 | 44 | |
TD | 02:57 | Danny Anthrop 25 Yd Pass From Rob Henry (Sam Mccartney Kick) | 28 | 44 |


text:
Perkins reveals Rochdale respect
The Spireites edged a thrilling encounter on Saturday as Perkins, who spent 18 months with Dale before joining Colchester, claimed a second-half winner. The result condemned Keith Hill's men to a second successive defeat but Perkins kept his celebrations low key. "It was great to score the winning goal," said Perkins, on loan at Chesterfield from Colchester. "But I didn't celebrate too much as I didn't want to rub it in the faces of Rochdale's management."
Sponsored links
Related Rochdale News


text:
Glassey, R. and Ferguson, R.I. (2003) Modeling location for pervasive environments. In: 1st UK-UbiNet Workshop, 2003-09-25 - 2003-09-26, London, England.
| PDF (strathprints001960.pdf) Download (94Kb) | Preview |
The representation of spaces, locations and the entities they contain is of great importance to location aware systems and pervasive computing scenarios. There has been an active research community in developing many diverse models of location, resulting in significant progress in the area. Various types of location model have evolved through experiment and experience however there still remains many challenges to be met by the research community. This paper aims to highlight previous trends in location modeling, discuss the research challenges ahead and to outline the initial design of a location model for the Strathclyde Context Infrastructure [?].
Item type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
ID code: | 1960 |
Keywords: | location models, pervasive computing, Electronic computers. Computer science |
Subjects: | Science > Mathematics > Electronic computers. Computer science |
Department: | Faculty of Science > Computer and Information Sciences |
Related URLs: | |
Depositing user: | Strathprints Administrator |
Date Deposited: | 09 Nov 2006 |
Last modified: | 20 Jul 2013 21:53 |
URI: | http://strathprints.strath.ac.uk/id/eprint/1960 |
Actions (login required)
View Item |
Fulltext Downloads: |


text:
Today: The Los Angeles Karting Championship hosts a sprint kart race series on Sunday mornings at The AutoClub Speedway. We have over 240 members of all ages. Anyone can come on race day and race in our series. You only need to become a member to accumulate points for the season. Spectators are welcome to come and watch a race. For insurance purposes, spectators are required to purchase a pit pass. The pass will allow you to walk around the pits and see the karts up close.
History: Since 1985, the Los Angeles Karting Championship series has provided a family-friendly, sprint kart racing environment for all ages in the Southern California region. Our mission is to provide the most competitive, largest sprint kart classes in the region at the lowest prices in the industry. We are extremely proud of averaging of 2,400 competitive entries per year. Our series operates from the Calspeed Karting Center located at the AAA Speedway in Fontana, CA. This premier, super-clean karting center provides our series with four race configurations.


text:
Last night, we covered the much anticipated matchup between Oak Hill Academy and Quality Education at the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Oak Hill jumped out early on QEA and led 21-5 at the end of the first quarter and maintained a comfortable 41-23 margin at halftime. The final score was 84-67 and below is a quick wrap up on the top individual performances.
First of all, back in our in September, we wrote the following about 6'11 A.J. Hammons. "We first watched Hammons two summers ago at the Nike Top 100 camp in St. Louis, MO. Without question, Hammons has tremendous size. He is a wide body center that can occupy a lot of space on the low block. Hammons has a "super soft" shooting touch around the basket and has the ability to use either hand. In addition, one of his strongest attributes is his "soft hands." Over the past two years, Hammons' rankings have dropped due to his "perceived lack of effort" at times. It is very difficult to argue that this young man has a tremendous upside when he is motivated to being as good as his potential. Simply put, this young man is a "sleeping giant" and once the "light bulb" goes off on a consistent basis, Hammons has the ability and potential to be as good as he wants to be."
Last night against Quality Education, Hammons (Purdue) looked motivated and played with the ability many expected out of this young man. He was dominant in the low post area and he had a stellar performance. Hammons tallied 6 points, but blocked 9 shots and altered many more and grabbed 9 rebounds. This performance reinforced my thoughts on Hammons and he could be the missing piece of the puzzle for Oak Hill this season. If Hammons can dominate a game defensively with his shot blocking ability and rebounding, it could be a banner year for the Warriors. It was evident that Hammons change the tempo of the game early with his presence defensively in the paint for Oak Hill.
Next up is 6'5 Jordan Adams! Adams (UCLA) continues to bring the Larry Bird approach to his game. Adams is in really good shape and he torched the nets for a game high of 23 points. He made 5 three pointers and went 4-4 from the free throw line. Recently, I made the comment that Adams is a legitimate top 40 guy and I may have to retract that statement. If he keeps this performance up, he is a definite top 30 prospect based upon his performance and productivity.
It was homecoming for 5'11 Tyler Lewis (NC State) and it was a sweet homecoming indeed for the floor general of Oak Hill. Lewis had 19 points, 14 assists, 3 rebounds, 1 steal and 2 turnovers. It was no secret to the thousands in attendance that Lewis was in total control and simply ran the offense to perfection.
6'3 D'Vauntes Smith-Rivera (Georgetown) is getting use to playing the off guard position and this transition has been as smooth as silk. Smith-Rivera like Jordan Adams are two of the better perimeter shooters in the country and he tallied 18 points for the night and also knocked down 4 three pointers.
6'6 Darion Clark was again rock solid and steady has he chipped in 8 points and 7 rebounds as he continues to become a hot commodity in the recruiting circuit. He took an unofficial visit to Charlotte last weekend and is may be taking an official visit this coming weekend. At this point in time, Charlotte has jumped out and is the current leader.
On the Quality Education team, 6'11 Brandon Bolden (Georgetown) had a very quiet night and was a nonfactor in the contest. As a matter of fact, 6'9 freshman Ibrahima Diallo started in his place. Coach Pitts of QEA has been quoted as saying, "Diallo may be the best freshman" in the country. Diallo is a long and athletic post presence that does have big time potential. He is very active around the basket and runs the floor extremely well. While he is still a little raw on the offensive end of the court, Diallo does have a promising future. The biggest surprise of the night for QEA was 6'4 WG James Ford. Ford had high expectations several years ago and fell off the radar on the summer AAU circuit and this may have hurt his recruitment somewhat. That being said, Ford was dialed in from deep last night. Ford has good length and solid athleticism, but more importantly Ford has outstanding range. In the first half, Ford single handedly kept QEA in the game and while many people had him pegged as a solid mid major prospect, Ford gave a high major performance last night and should see his recruitment sky rocket. He looked the part of someone who could fall into the right situation based upon supply and demand and there always seems to be a demand on shooters with range.


text:
Forgot Password? | Not a User? Sign up
Your browser does not support iframes.
The first day of practice and equipment issue day for Spencer County Middle School Grizzly football will be Wednesday, July 15 at 6 p.m.
Any rising Spencer County Middle School student grades 6th through 8th is encouraged to participate.
You must have a current KHSAA Physcial (Form #4) in order to play (copies are available online and in the SCMS office).
All necessary equipment is provided, free of charge. There is also no registration fee.
For more information, please contact Coach J.T. Bass at 477-0162 or 643-5142.
Submitted to The Spencer Magnet
The Spencer County Youth Service Center Drama Camp invites you to join them this Friday for "Storybook Theater." This event will be catered toward elementary-aged students with segments from the children's books "Where the Wild Things Are," and "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day." The drama camp performance will be held in the middle school auditorium beginning at 11 a.m. Admission to the event is free. The production will be directed by Kathy Fickel and Vickie Vincent.
With over 120 participates in the Washington County Tournament, Spencer County 4-H shooters held their own amid the competition.
Bow hunter class
9-11 age group - Patrick Rood, 4th
12 – 14 age group - Austin Gibson, 2nd
15 – 18 age group - Sean Brewerk, 9th
Target class
9-11 age group - Patrick Rood, 6th
Bare bow class
12-14 age group - Shelby Wertz ,14th
9-11 age group - Zach Morgan, 10th; Harry Lloyd, 11th.
Jason Morgan, of 3449 Love Lane, in Taylorsville was indicted on seven counts that occurred about March 31, 2009; one felony count of manufacturing methamphetamine, three felony counts of trafficking illegal substances, two counts of illegal possession of a controlled substance and one count of illegal use or possession of drug paraphernalia.
The 2009 Baseball Bash at Ray Jewell Park Saturday drew hundreds of players and their families for an end of the season celebration.
"It was hot, but it turned out to be great. We probably had 600 to 700 people there," said Daniel Cole, president of the Spencer County Youth Baseball Association.
The annual fundraiser brought in an estimated $5,000 that will be used toward dirt, brick dust conditioner and possibly even lights.
With 32 baseball and softball teams, scheduling games can be difficult, said Cole.
An Aguan family thanks Spencer Countians and Spencer County Habitat for Humanity for their generosity and compassion.
Just months after finishing the first Habitat house in Spencer County, your local Habitat began another build-this time in Agua, in Honduras, Latin America.
Chuck Adams has mastered his role as superintendent. That's essentially what the Spencer County School Board said when they presented his evaluation Monday night.
There's probably not a person in Spencer County that has not been affected by cancer. You've heard the numbers cited before and there's no real reason to repeat them because the truth is, everyone reading this has or will know someone who will be inflicted by this terrible disease.
But rather than brace for the inevitable, many in the community find the best way to address the disease is head-on, and that's what will be taking place this weekend at the Spencer County Middle School parking lot on KY 44 during the annual Relay for Life.
Flood waters closed roads and left one motorist stranded after a thunderstorm Monday evening.
Spencer County Sheriff's Deputy Christopher Martin helped a man get out of his truck as water swept across KY 44/Mt. Washington Road near River Heights subdivision. Martin said the man was attempting to drive through the flooded roadway when his engine stalled.
Martin said even as the rain and flood were subsiding, water still hit just below his knees as he escorted the man to safety.


text:
Make your laptop touchscreen
By Hongkiat.com. Filed in Gadgets, Web 2.0
With as little as $130, you can make your laptop touch-execute like tablet PC. This "Laptop Tablet" is presented by NAVIsis during CeBIT2007. All you need to do is just attached it on laptop's LCD monitor and connect it to a USB port and you've just make your laptop touchscreen. Now that is really some edge-cutting technology ;)
Will you consider buying this? More photos after jump, courtesy of AVING network.
Author: Hongkiat.com
This post is published by a Hongkiat.com staff (editors, interns, sometimes Hongkiat Lim himself) or a guest contributor.


text:
Get Ben Mills Back At The Music Room, Maidstone
Last year Ben Mills was booked to play two gigs in the Music Room at Pizza Express in Maidstone, Kent. The second ended up being a 3 night stint so popular were he and his band. We would very much like to see Ben back there this year and intend to show the venue, by way of names on this petition, why they should book him again. So, if you went last year and would love to see him perform live at this fabulous venue again, or you weren\'t there and are keen to know what you missed out on, please add your name and help us with our cause.....
Recent signatures
qusmfpoz, United Kingdom
3 years ago Comments: Cb89Yp lrtkidpwobic, xoxhldizcliz, hacfifqqmjfj, http://rorhfhuhtlvb.com/
sale viagra, Brazil
5 years ago Comments: -
lasix pre surgical
5 years ago Comments: -
Petition highlights
There are no highlights yet.


text:
Your Pop Alternative Source
Some people think that if companies say they have discount luxury watches or if they claim to have certain brands at discount such as discount Invicta rolex replica
or discount Citizen watches they must be falsely advertising. This is not true either. There are dealers out there that sell discount mens watches and discount womens rolex replica
that are truly discount luxury watches.
© 2015 Created by Cherrytree.


text:
Nevada Senate Majority Leader Mo Denis believes non-citizens should have the right to drive a car. He's introduced SB 303 to the Senate Transportation Committee, an initiative that would allow for the creation of driver privilege cards. He'll join us to discuss what he plans and why he believes it's a good idea.
Mo Denis, Senate Majority Leader, D-Las Vegas


text:
The hidden persuadersHeard and felt rather than seen, rumble strips are being used increasingly to deter drivers from running off the road or crossing the centre line. BY GAVIN RILEY Efforts to lower the road toll in New Zealand tend to focus on the numbers killed each year and to publicise punitive measures taken against two of the main perpetrators: speeding and intoxicated drivers. Much less publicity is given to the number of injury accidents and another worrying group of road users, fatigued or inattentive drivers who run off the road or cross the centre line. Yet on the state-highway system alone, which constitutes a mere 11 percent of the nation's 90,000 kilometre roading network, there were nearly 4000 loss-of-control or head-on crashes in 2005 – an alarming statistic given the Ministry of Transport says $461,000 is the average social cost of a fatal or injury accident in a rural environment. Fortunately, a simple strategy is being employed to help keep drivers on the straight and narrow; to deter them from careering off the road into culverts, ditches and power poles, or across the centre-line into the path of oncoming vehicles. The strategy is the use of audio tactile profiled markings – known to the motoring public simply as rumble strips because of the noise heard and sensation felt by drivers when their vehicles encounter one. Rumble strips were first used in Britain as a safer-motoring device in 1985 and appeared in New Zealand before the end of that decade in a trial on Mt Eden Road in Auckland. Their use in this country, mainly as edge-line warnings on motorways, remained relatively minor until 2004, since when Transit New Zealand has implemented a major safety initiative that includes spending about $4 million annually on rumble strips. Other road-controlling authorities are also funding installation of the strips following the realisation they can be employed effectively on no-overtaking centre-lines of two-lane rural roads. This more extensive use gathered momentum after Transit's published summary just over two years ago of research findings showing the strips helped reduce crash rates. The research included a 'Review of Lane Delineation' report in 2004 by a Transport Engineering Research New Zealand (TERNZ) team, which stated that: • Reports of rumble strips' effectiveness had shown a two to 44 percent reduction across all types of crashes, with an average reduction of 27 percent. • Shoulder rumble strips had reduced "run off road" crashes by 20 to 80 percent, with an average of 32 percent (42 percent for fatal crashes). • Centre-line rumble strips had lowered reported head-on and sideswipe crashes by 21 to 37 percent. • Centre-line rumble strips produced movement of vehicles away from the centre-line. • Rumble strips appeared to retain their effectiveness, unlike other road-safety measures, which declined in value as their novelty wore off. The report also said wider edge-lines and centre-lines produced consistent improvements in drivers staying within marked lanes, particularly young, elderly and intoxicated drivers. Following these findings, Transit undertook further research into rumble strips as part of its South Waikato and Taupo State Highway 1 road safety corridor improvement project. This 200 kilometre section of State Highway 1 had an unacceptable crash problem with 54 fatal and 84 serious injury crashes in the five years to 2004. "The line marking did not stand out and the edge of the road was not easily identifiable. The driving task was demanding," reported Transit national safety engineer Colin Brodie, who led the research team and whose work earned him last year's 3M traffic-engineer-of-the-year award for safety innovation from the Institute of Professional Engineers. Addressing the TERNZ recommendation that edge and centre lines be widened, Brodie proposed widening rumble strips from 100mm to 150mm, placing them on double yellow centre lines with 100mm between the lines to create a 400mm-wide painted 'barrier', and laying them immediately outside edge-lines to form a 300mm-wide strip. Such measures also produced increased visibility in adverse driving conditions – a significant benefit given that 63 percent of the near 4000 loss-of-control or head-on crashes on state highways in 2005 occurred during poor weather. Brodie reported that the system his team had devised had been laid as a trial on 94 kilometres of the South Waikato and Taupo section of State Highway 1 and on 92 kilometres along State Highway 2 between Katikati and Tauranga. Preliminary and anecdotal evidence indicated the system was proving effective in reducing high-severity crashes, and thus it was being extended along the State Highway 1 section. "There is a growing acknowledgement that fatigue and inattention are a greater safety concern than previously recognised," Brodie said. Despite this, extensive use of rumble strips on the nation's roads is not quite a foregone conclusion. A Land Transport New Zealand research report, released in July and prepared by TERNZ, said profiling of edge-lines and no-overtaking centre-lines tended to be applied where there was an obvious history of injury accidents, and there might be the potential to treat a larger proportion of the country's rural roads. "However, the cost-effectiveness of these safety improvements needs to be calculated before their more widespread use," the report cautioned. It pointed out that the materials used in applying rumble strips, ATP thermoplastic and cold-applied plastic, were more expensive than those used in laying conventional flat lines, leading to a trade-off between cost and safety. Placing the cost of rumble strips at $7500 a kilometre, TERNZ considered they provided significant safety benefits which outweighed the treatment costs even at relatively low traffic volumes. Accordingly, TERNZ recommended that the profiled markings be applied on a much more widespread basis where road conditions allowed "and policy changes should reflect this". Not surprisingly, the implications of a major increase in the use of rumble strips were discussed at this year's New Zealand Roadmarkers' Federation annual conference. "A number of points were raised: how much is going to be put down; where is it going to be put down; and if you're going to buy, what scale of plant will you need – a small walk-behind machine, a large unit, or do you go for super low-tech?" says federation executive director Alister Harlow. He says five of his organisation's members (based in Whangarei, Auckland, Rotorua and Dunedin) were currently applying rumble strips – but at least another four were in the process of commissioning plant. Machines applying ATP thermoplastic are made in UK and the United States, however one Auckland company is making its own machinery. Machines delivering cold-applied plastic are European-made. The materials themselves are supplied by two New Zealand and two Australian manufacturers. Harlow says the use of rumble strips could be described cynically as creating a poor man's highway. "We can't afford to build the [appropriate] carriageways, yet this offers opportunities round that. It offers safety benefits because effectively you're creating semi-fences in terms of both the edge and the centre of the carriageway." There are three powerful pointers to rumble strips playing an increasingly important role in creating a safer roading network. One, Land Transport's TERNZ research report estimates that currently no more than three to five percent (300-500 kilometres) of the state highway network has had rumble strips applied. But it says even if a benefit-cost ratio of 4.0 were used as a minimum criterion for application, 70 percent of the network would qualify for some degree of treatment. Two, Transit says its South Waikato and Taupo State Highway 1 safety-improvement project (which incorporates the use of rumble strips) is part of the Government's nationwide initiative to reduce annual road deaths to fewer than 300 by 2010. Three, the motorist's champion, the Automobile Association, intends promoting greater use of rumble strips in its safer-roads campaign. The AA's general manager for motoring affairs, Mike Noon, described Land Transport's TERNZ research findings as "sensational" and added: "The benefit-cost ratios are extraordinarily high, and extremely high in areas like narrow bridges. It [the report] starts to address a real problem we have, so that now if you do fall asleep or you do lose attention, rumble strips are the silent policeman. "It [rumble strips] is not the only answer. But it looks on the basis of that study that it is a valuable contribution to road safety that hasn't been fully exploited."
All articles on this website are copyright to Contrafed Publishing Co. Ltd. |


text:
adidas Youth Denver Nuggets Ty Lawson #3 Blue T-Shirt
Product Information:
Watch your child knock down 3-pointers like his or her favorite NBA® guard in the adidas® Denver Nuggets Ty Lawson t-shirt. Soft cotton fabric and a crew neck keep your player comfortable as they take it to the net. Made to resemble the Nuggets jersey, the screen-printed graphics have your child dribbling circles around competition. The standard fit and tagless collar create a nothing-but-net style for your little one's game day look.
- Youth Denver Nuggets Ty Lawson t-shirt with tagless, crew neck collar
- Team name and player number screen-printed on front
- Player name and number screen-printed on back
- Screen-printed adidas® logo on right chest
- Official NBA® logo screen-printed on left chest
- Machine washable
- Officially licensed by the NBA®
- Fabric: 100% cotton
- adidas
Country of Origin: Imported
Web ID: 19919796


text:
Trees and Shrubs
Because the tundra floor is frozen year round, only the hardiest of trees can survive here. In Bering Land Bridge National Preserve, most of these happen to be willows or birch, which can thrive with a shallow root system, low-growing structure, and high tolerance to wind and cold temperatures. Although many of these may look the same at first glance, upon closer inspection they are in fact quite different, and well-adapted to their respective niches in the environment. NPS Photo Arctic Willow (Salix arctica) This small, shrubby willow is well adapted to the tundra environment, with its low-lying structure and shallow root system that allows it to thrive in nutrient-poor soils and rocky ground. The arctic willow even produces its own pesticide to keep insects away during its growing season. It is typically about 7 inches tall with 1 inch oval leaves covered in thick hairs. NPS Photo - Andrea Wilingham Alaska Willow (Salix alaxensis) The Alaska Willow blooms late May through early June and is typically a tall (15-20 ft.) shrub with oval, pointed leaves densely covered with white hairs. Alaska willows are known to sometimes turn into "diamond willows," which develop when a fungus eats diamond-shaped patches into the trunk. This creates a highly prized wood for some woodworkers. In addition, the young buds and inner bark can be eaten raw for medicinal purposes as a painkiller. NPS Photo - Andrea Willingham Dwarf Birch (Betula nana) With smaller and more rounded leaves than willows, the dwarf birch grows thick in densely vegetated areas of the Alaskan tundra. The twigs can be resinous and hairy, with thick, leathery leaves, and the seeds are distributed mainly by the wind. |


text:
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. - Five Westminster College students earned undergraduate degrees and 10 earned master of education degrees over the summer.
Westminster grants three undergraduate degrees -Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Music. Specialization is offered in 41 majors.
Contact Admissions at 800-942-8033 for more information about degrees and programs.
Students who earned undergraduate degrees are:
Freeport, PA:
Merrissa Malcolm, who majored in chemistry, is a daughter of Stuart and Susan Malcolm and a graduate of Freeport Area High School.
Monaca, PA:
Athena Ablog, who majored in elementary education, is a daughter of Federico and Deanna Ablog and a graduate of Monaca High School.
Pittsburgh, PA:
Tia Copetas, who majored in Spanish, is a daughter of Dino and Despina Copetas and a graduate of Chartiers Valley High School.
Washington, PA:
Robert Wehrle, who majored in chemistry, is a son of Robert J. and Tammie Wehrle and a graduate of Trinity High School.
Windermere, FL:
Nikita Madhyani, who majored in biology, is a daughter of Bharat and Sunita Madhyani and a graduate of Cypress Creek High School.
The Graduate Program at Westminster College is designed for professionals who seek further professional development. The Master of Education degree is offered in education, English, and history. Additionally, the Graduate Program offers courses of study that lead to certification and/or licensure as a school counselor, K-12 principal, superintendent, and reading specialist.
Contact Elizabeth Hines, director of adult and graduate studies, at (724) 946-7031 or email for more information about the Graduate Program.
Students who earned master's degrees are:
Bessemer, PA:
Gretchen Hopper - education
Ellwood City, PA:
Claire Fauzey - counselor education
Hermitage, PA:
Anne DiDesiderio - reading specialist
Linesville, PA:
Kathleen Hootman - counselor education
New Castle, PA:
Michelle Albertini - counselor education
Tasha Pascarella - reading specialist
New Wilmington, PA:
Michael Sandy - education
Saxonburg, PA:
Mary Tola - reading specialist
Titusville, PA:
Jeffrey Ledebur - counselor education
Southington, OH:
Vickie Browning-Prowitt - administration
About Westminster College...
Founded in 1852 and related to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Westminster College ranks first in the nation as "Best College for Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math," according to Forbes.com. Westminster, a top-tier liberal arts college, ranks third in graduation rate performance, according to U.S. News Best Colleges guide. Westminster ranked 6th among liberal arts colleges in social mobility, according to the Washington Monthly College Guide, and is one of the most affordable national liberal arts colleges in Pennsylvania. Westminster is also honored as one of "The Best 377 Colleges" by The Princeton Review, and is named to the President's Honor Roll for excellence in service learning.
Nearly 1,600 undergraduate and graduate students benefit from individualized attention from dedicated faculty while choosing from 42 majors and nearly 100 organizations on the New Wilmington, Pa., campus. Visit www.westminster.edu/advantage to view "Advantage: Westminster" A Strategic Plan 2010-2020.


text:
Rochester, NY
Your #1 Radio for R&B
What's Playing Now
What Played Earlier Today
103.9 WDKX Live
Windows Stream
Mac Stream
Request A Song
Wiz Khalifa and A$AP Rocky are going on tour. The two rappers representing Pittsburgh and New York City, respectively, will be embarking on the "Under The Influence of Music" tour this summer.
The pair made the announcement yesterday via a video that features them smoking a gang of green and the hashtags #its420somewhere and #theinfluencetour. While the Taylor Gang and A$AP Mob frontmen will headline, B.o.B, Trinidad Jame$ and Joey Bada$$ and the Pro Era crew will also be on the bill. Berner, Chevy Woods and Smoke DZA will be making special appearances, too. Last year's "Under The Influence of Music" tour was a success, and featured Mac Miller as well as J. Cole and others.
Wiz just dropped the long anticipated Live In Concert collaborative album with Curren$y Spitta this weekend. Check out the 2013 "Under The Influence Of Music" tour announcement trailer below, tour dates to follow shortly.
Also, check out Wiz's interview with Hot 97's Angie Martinez, where he talks fatherhood, weed socks and knocking out 14 features in a week, on the next page.
Source: HipHopWired.com


text:
One of the biggest political issues today in Washington is whether Congress will raise the debt ceiling. Aside from the effects on the country, investors may also be wondering, how this will affect their investments. The honest answer: No one knows.
The federal debt ceiling is currently at $14.3 trillion. This represents the amount of total debt the federal government can incur without a further authorization from Congress. Current projections have the government reaching this amount around Aug. 2. Essentially, this means that the Treasury cannot issue incrementally additional debt after this date to pay for such needs as Defense Department expenditures, salaries for soldiers, Social Security and Medicare payments, and a breadth of federal expenditures. Therefore, Congress must either raise the debt limit or risk not being able to meet their obligations.
The effect this may have on investments is incredibly uncertain. We are expecting to see a fair amount volatility in the market as we are getting closer to Aug. 2. One scenario would have investors selling off government bonds with the fear that Washington won't make interest payments. This type of sell-off would raise interest rates as investors would demand a greater return for the increased risk. Rising interest rates would decrease values of both stock and bond investments. Rising interest rates would also hurt home values, hurting the overall economy.
But another scenario would be the uncertainty in capital markets would cause investors to flee to the relative safety of government bonds. This would cause bond yields to hold, resulting in the price of bonds being steady.
So, how does an investor deal with this degree of uncertainty? Diversification. It is not necessary to bail out of treasury entirely. Due to the financial uncertainty in Europe, treasury prices actually rose in recent weeks. However, it is never good to put all your financial eggs in one basket. Make sure to invest in a wide range of asset classes including international stocks and bonds or commodities.
Diversification will allow most investors to ride out a difficult period while doing the least amount of damage to their portfolio. During uncertain times, it is also important to have a longer-term view. Check your asset allocation to make sure it is appropriate for your time frame and risk tolerance.
In addition, amid the uncertainty that surrounds the debt ceiling debate, most investment advisors agree that one thing is certain: individuals should expect to pay more tax in the future. Therefore, besides asset allocation, effective tax planning is important as well. After all, it is not how much you make, but how much you can keep after taxes that matters most to your financial future.
As always, consult with your investment advisor for guidance.
{pagebreak:Page 1}
Helen Raleigh, CFA is the owner and Chief Investment Officer for Red Meadow Capital, LLC, a Colorado Registered fee-only Investment Advisory Firm, which focusing on providing clients with honest and sound financial advice. She has more than 10 years experience in the financial services industry ranging from pension funds to risk management. Helen is the author of an autobiography, "Confucius Never Said." She writes insightful columns and blogs for a variety of media outlets and her writings can be found at the Wall Street Journal, the CFA Magazine, the Denver Post and her blog postings. She can be reached at: firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
Return to Previous Page
Star Wars
What do we do with one of our favorite Star Wars posters? Turn it into a top design of course! We are in love with this sublimated tank top! The colors are so vibrant and this fabric is so soft, this will become your new, yet retro looking summer staple. Tank top runs true to size. Ashley wears a size small for reference. Dawn is wearing a size 3XL. Polyester Spandex Blend.
Additional Information
Size Chart |


text:
Conservation Priorities Clean Air Safeguarding Communities Beyond Coal to Clean Energy Solutions Texas Land Legacy Green Transportation Water for People & the Environment Texas Wildlife Legacy
Events & Outings
Legislative Action
Regional Groups
Press & Publications
Sierra Club Store
The Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club consists of over 25,000 members and supporters. The Chapter spans the entire state of Texas, excepting El Paso, which is part of the Rio Grande Chapter. Located in Austin, the Lone Star Chapter's State Conservation Office serves Sierrans as their grassroots communications center. We also provide Sierrans with a full time professional activist staff employed to represent Sierrans as we fight at the state level to protect and conserve Texas' diverse and valuable natural heritage.
Chapter Awards
The Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club annually recognizes Sierra Club members and others who have done outstanding work in pursuit of environmental protection or in furthering the goals and activities of the Sierra Club. Most of the nominations for these chapter awards come from chapter and group leaders. The Lone Star Chapter is asking you to nominate possible winners of the 2012 awards, to recognize work done or continued in 2012. The deadline for nominations for the 2012 awards is March 11, 2013. This deadline is necessary in order to give the Chapter Awards Committee time to review the nominations, make their selections, consult with the Chapter Executive Committee, and make arrangements for the award winners to attend the presentation. To aid you in making nominations for these awards, the following pages have been constructed: (1) a description of the various Chapter awards, (2) a list of previous recipients of those awards, and (3) a nomination form. The 2012 awards will be presented at the Chapter Awards Dinner Saturday, April 6, 2013 in Austin). It is important that our volunteers and other people who give their time to the work of the Sierra Club or to environmental protection and natural resource management in general are recognized for their efforts. They are the foundation on which the Sierra Club and protection of the environment. Giving awards is one way we honor these people. Please take a few minutes of your time to think of people who deserve recognition, and submit your nomination(s). Nominations may be made by any individual. Send nominations to Teresa Carrillo, Awards Committee Chair 730 Harrison St, Corpus Christi, TX 78404 or by e-mail to email@example.com. For more information, call Teresa at 361/855-9012 (home, evenings); 361/960-8808 (cell). Deadline is March 11, 2013. Click here for:Nomination Form Award Descriptions Past Recipients Reserve Your Place at the Table
Explore, enjoy and protect the planet


text: Lichen planus is a chronic skin condition. It causes itchy, flat, scaly patches on the wrists, legs, trunk, or genitals. It can also affect the inside of the mouth and vagina. There it resembles a white spider web. It may ulcerate. Rarely, it can also become cancerous. The scalp and fingernails can also be affected. It may become wart-like in thickness. Lichen planus may continue on and off for months or years. Scratching makes this condition worse.


text:
Law and Order SVU
Write an Article
Law and Order SVU Opinion Article
SVU Payback Trivia
Payback was the first ever episode of SVU.
Although later episodes reveal that Benson's mother was an alcoholic and verbally abusive to her, Serena Benson is portrayed in this episode as caring and loving. She asks Benson whether or not she would have been better off without her, to which Benson lovingly holds her mother's hand. While Olivia and Serena Benson are enjoying lunch, the waiter pours wine into both their glasses. This is somewhat strange since later episodes state that Serena has a serious drinking problem. John Munch: Not to mention the fact that I lost a wife after less than one night of connubial bliss to someone who was not only a detective but a member of my own squad. Munch is refering to the final episode of Homicide: Life on the Street, where his character married Billie Lou Hatfield. Billie Lou left her husband for a former detective on the force, Stuart Gharty. Munch's presence in New York is explained by saying that he retired from the Baltimore police force, and is reaping the benefits associated with collecting a pension in Baltimore and a salary in New York. Goof: While Benson and Stabler question Spicer at Rikers Island, Benson writes notes using a ballpoint pen. In close shots, it s evident that the pen is not clicked 'out', thereby making it impossible to write with it. Elliot Stabler: Have you ever seen that Tom Hanks movie where he manages a baseball team? In the film A League of Their Own, Tom Hanks manages a women's baseball team. Kloster's Lawyer: So you see yourself as the 'Ken Starr' of the N.Y.P.D.? Ken Starr was a special prosecutor appointed to preside over the Whitewater investigation in the mid-1990s. His role in the investigation into then-president Bill Clinton's involvement has been a topic of controversy for many years. Elliot Stabler: Oh, I'd hurt you. Stabler makes this comment in response to being hit on by Spicer at Rikers Island. In the HBO series Oz, Chris Meloni (Stabler) played the character of Chris Keller from 1998 to 2003, who had a nasty habit of killing his male lovers. Meloni is not the only regular from Oz to show up on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit -- Dean Winters, Lance Reddick, B.D. Wong and J.K. Simmons also had regular roles on Oz. |
Share this article with others!
Around the Web
2 comments
svu_luver said:
I watched this episode like a month ago it was so HILARIOUS!!
posted over a year ago.
Add Your Comment


text:
We want to ensure that making a return is as easy and hassle-free as possible! If for any reason you decide that your purchase just isn't for you, simply return the item within 30 days of receipt and we'll cover the return shipping when you choose our FREE Pre-Paid Return Shipping Label. Learn more about our return policy.
Shop now and get Free Value Shipping on most orders over $49 to contiguous 48 states, DC and to all U.S. Military APO/FPO/DPO addresses.
When you're hunting for Leica Microsystems items, there is no place better to start your search than this page. To help make your shopping experience easier, we have designed this page to give you several choices for sorting through our Leica Microsystems Assortment. This is necessary because we do our best to stock as many products as we can so you can acquire all the things you want in one spot. First, if you know what sort of item you need, check out one of the categories on the left side of this page. Since price is one of the most important things to think about when making a purchase, you can also sort Leica Microsystems Products by price. Our Best Reviewed Pages are also good for giving you more understanding into which items perform the best in real life circumstances. We work hard to be your # 1 source for all things Leica Microsystems . And for answers to your questions on Leica Microsystems , contact us and one of our product pros will help you out.


text:
So we can put the rumours of Nipsey joining the MMG camp to rest, as he has announced he is joining DJ Skee's Skee Music imprint. The two tweeted about it (check the tweets below), and in press release Nipsey says:
"The separation between artists and their labels is the reason a lot of things don't work. When people get together and pull resources, it makes it better for everybody. It's 2012 and we saw the artists that have been successful recently- most of them built up their Internet base ahead of time and took advantage of the Internet and the new media and so, I think that what you've got going, Skee, is the perfect platform for artists like myself."
DJ Skee also commented, saying: "We are proud to align ourselves with an artist as talented as Nipsey. His talent, work ethic, and potential make what we feel will become one of the biggest brands in the urban music scene. Nipsey has already been consistently touring and selling out shows worldwide, creating amazing music, and building up his incredible movement and brand on his own. With our outlets and resources, we look forward to adding the fuel to the fire and creating the next West Coast icon."
You can also check out the video of Nipsey & DJ Skee making the announcement on Sirius below.


text:
Zoe Straight Leg Pants in Mid Weight LOFT Scuba
Zoe Straight Leg Pants in Mid Weight LOFT Scuba
$29 .88
Online Exclusive
 Perfect for warmer weather, we can't get enough of this straight leg pair in our Mid Weight LOFT Scuba fabric—its textured stretch weave supports and smoothes for a flawless fit — but with a lighter weight. Sits lower on the waist, straightest through the hip for an ultra fitted look. Zip fly with hook and bar closure. Belt loops. Front coin pockets. Back besom pockets with loop and button closure. 30 1/2" inseam.


text:
Mitsubishi Mirage Ratings
Getting firsthand information from an actual car owner is one sure way to get an idea of car performance once it leaves the lot. Autobytel features real consumer reviews that give the unbiased experience of a car.
2014 Mitsubishi Mirage - ES
I love this car, its so easy to drive and super comfortable and it is great value for the money. i hope auto makers keep making small affordable cars even though they are not the most profitable for them. i love the 3-cylinder CVT combo in this car it is very smooth and has enough power to move itself around quickly but i would go with the 5 speed if you can . i also love how i always get better mpg than the sticker this thing is Extremely affordable.
- Recommend this vehicle to a friend? Yes
- How long have you owned this vehicle? 1 year
2002 Mitsubishi Mirage - DE
Pros: Looks sporty, but still cheap to drive and maintain, one of the best sport compacts for the money.
Cons: I't should have a tackometer on it and better engine such as the one in the EVO, thats the 2.0 with the turbo.
Advice: Add the tires I added and your car will be nimble and grip like a cat. Also up it up a bit and have a car that will outperform a car thats twice the price are better.
I have a 2002 de coupe, I bought it 13 months ago and have logged over 30k miles on it. My car averages 30 mpg no matter how fast I drive it, thats city and highway average. I tend to push my car to the limites of performance though. For a car with so little horspower it moves if you know how to drive it. Mine has gotten up to 125 m.p.h on 87 octane. I feathered the gas once just enough to keep it between 55 and 70 on the highway, and it got 41 mpg on a 260 mile ride some of which was through the smokies up I40. I added chrome plated 16 inch rims with Yokahoma parada spec-2 tires in size 205/45/VR16, and with those rain raceing tires and aluminum mags it handles a corner like a porscha will. I have had no problems with my car that wasn't my fault. It's reliable, peepy and good on fuel, I recomend it highly. -
2002 Mitsubishi Mirage - DE
Pros: gas mileage
Cons: Its existance
Advice: Don't.
I own one, and it is a piece of junk. Trim is falling off the car left and right for no reason whatsoever, and the engine continuously needs servicing. Avoid it like the cancer it is.


text:
Romantic Forums!
Get the answers you seek quickly and easily! If you can't find what you need
here amongst our tens of thousands of tips and questions, be sure to
Post in our Romantic Forum
We've got over 9,800 members ready to give you a hand!
A Love Quote
Love is, above all, the gift of oneself. --Jean Anouilh
Thousands of Tips
Personal Advice
Love Stories
Saying Sorry
Tales of the Ex
Back in Time
Vote in a Poll
Show Your Love
Love E-cards
Learn of Love
How To ...
What Is ...
Our Books
Irish Romance
Italian Romance
French Romance
Email A Friend
Enter the information below to forward this great tip to a friend!
Smooth Skin(for girls)
Ok, after you're comfortable with kissing your guy, put your hands on his shoulders and slowly slide your hands down over his chest, and pull on the neck line of his shirt. Then slide your hands down to the bottom of his shirt, and slip your hands under and up. Because you're moving your hands up, his shirt is moving up too. To give him a hint, lift his shirt up as far as you can without showing his chest yet. He just might stop kissing you, take his shirt off, and let you move his hands all over his chest and stomach, then continue kissing you. My man did that to me and i almost died, it felt so good.
Your email:
Your friend's email:
Back to the Original Article
Romantic Tips
Japanese Love Kanji
Express your love with these gorgeous tote bags, tshirts and other items! The Japanese character for "love" is on a red background.
Bookmark this site so you can reference it any time you need romantic / relationship info in the future!
Follow @RomanceClass
Romantic Tshirts, Bags, Mugs and More!
Love is Patient ...
Deeply Loved ...
Random Kindness ...
These are just a small selection -
Visit the RomanceClass Shop
Join This Newsletter!
on Facebook
Join This Newsletter!
Past Issues
Express Love
Free E-Cards
Holiday Traditions
Love Poetry
Love Quotes
Love 'Round the World
Adding some Spice
Enhance Love
Love Ebooks
Self Help Books
Romantic Feng Shui
Romantic Movies
Romantic Music
Romantic Novels
Romantic Posters
Just for Fun
Fun Personal Advice
Jigsaw Puzzles
Love Orb Knows All
Love Letters of Great Men
Thought Provoking
Video Games and Child Soldiers
About RomanceClass
Privacy Policy
Submit a Suggestion
All content copyright © 2013
Minerva WebWorks LLC
. All rights reserved.
this site is for amusement only - professional advice is not being rendered


text:
This 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is truly fine example, the vehicle has undergone a recent restoration to its interior, exterior and rebuild to all mechanical... More
This is a rare 1962 Cadillac Eldorado Biaritz Convertible. One of 1,450 were built and less than 60 remain in the world. It is... More
Supreme among the chrome monsters of the 1950s was the 1958 Eldorado Biarritz Convertible. Its ferocity was suggested by its styling, including its shark... More
This third generation Eldorado was the first of its kind, with a revised rear-end design featuring a low, downswept fenderline capped by a pointed... More
This third generation Eldorado was the first of it's kind, with a revised rear-end design featuring a low, downswept fenderline capped by a pointed... More
1961 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz, In Beautiful "May Kay" Pink This car is rare. I bought this car last month from a widow in Florida,... More
1964 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible For Sale or Trade. Features factory air conditioning. Purchased new in November 1963 by legendary Hollywood actor Charles Bronson... More
1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible. Runs & Drives nice* 72K Original miles* Numbers matching car* Not a bad looking caddy but will need these things addressed - 1-rear bumpers... More
The 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible may be and probably is the ultimate example of Harley Earls postwar styling and of the confidence optimism... More
CADILLAC: 1957 Eldorado Biarritz, this 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz convertible is the ultimate classic car and would make the perfect addition to any antique... More
CADILLAC: 1985 Eldorado Biarritz convertible, white, red leather, white top, undercoat since new, 20,504 miles, Limited Edition 2300 by Cadillac, $28,000. Bob Williams, 864-246-0318,... More
CADILLAC: 1958 Eldorado Biarritz convertible, superb full restoration, red with red and white interior. Hyman Ltd, 314-524-6000, MO; www.hymanltd.com... More
CADILLAC: 1959 Eldorado Biarritz convertible, a superb, fully restored car, must see! Hyman Ltd, 314-524-6000, MO; www.hymanltd.com... More
CADILLAC: 1961 Eldorado Biarritz convertible, a stunning example, finished in rare original color with matching wheels and interior, fully loaded. Hyman Ltd, 314-524-6000, MO;... More
* 1963 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz, * Frame off restoration (over $100,000) * New top, carpet, tires, brakes, rubber and stainless brake lines, stainless gas lines * Rechromed *... More


text:
Farewell to Retro-Rad
by Sara Levine in Food Network Star, June 26, 2012Team Alton will bring only two finalists to Miami after saying goodbye to Emily Ellyn in last Sunday's episode. Emily embodied her "retro-rad" POV to a T, but after seven weeks she was still unable to open up and get comfortable on camera. After her presentation to the media panel, "awkward" was the word Jess Cagle from Entertainment Weekly used to describe her. "That's a word you never want to hear about someone in front of a camera," said Bob Tuschman.
Alton saw great potential in Emily: "She was a ready-made package. You could look at her and know what she was about. Retro-rad was great. She lives it. When she wasn't on camera, she was on the side crocheting. She was the real thing!"
Through "happy tears," Emily reflects on the Star experience and working with Alton: "There's no way to even prepare for something like this. The whole thing was awesome. I gave it my best, and I made great food. I was more upset when I was voted off that I let Alton down. He was there for us 5,000 percent."
Hear more from Alton, Bob and Emily in her exclusive exit interview. Did you want to see more retro-rad, or do you think it was Emily's time to go home?
Flip through Emily's Star Scrapbook and more behind-the-scenes photos from Episode Seven.
Similar Posts
A Letter to Lenny, from the Rebel
Dear Lenny, Out of all the seasons of Food Network Star, I can think of only one other winner who has a personality as big as yours. Congratulations a...Comments (
333 )-
Emily was the person I would really watch. It's a same she's gone.
The food network really goofed this time. -
Im super super sad Emily is gone she was one of my favorites, I loved watching the joy on face, she made me want to smile and her food looked delicious. They have to find someone "likeable" and she certainly was, I hope the show brings her back for another chance! Please send home Nikki, shes not 'likeable", she seems cold and mean looking, who wants that when it comes to food and cooking?!
Retro Rad was an amazing concept. Emily was lively & witty & creative & FUN! As others have said - the rest of them are poor imitations of other FN stars. Matrita = Mexican Giana. Grill chick = female Bobby with more bad attitude. Marty-Party is watered down Paula Deen. Ippy is forgetable.
Justin & Emily are unique! They should have a show together. She could bring the retro - he could bring the rad.
Altho I like Emily...I wanted her to really define "retro-rad". It was a time in history where family, neighbor and simple living occured. I guess if one goes with a "fad" it re-defines the era. People then, cooked with what they could afford, what was there and of course recipes learned from Mom,grandma and the dads grilling...all made from scratch...and the kitchen sink. Family sat down at the table and enjoyed the time with conversation...catching up on the day, food was an expression of love, commitment and appreciation, not so much retro, rad, fad... it was a life style.
Emily's on-camera style woud have developed as she refined her approach. Unfortunate it was cut short.
Like so many others, I question why Emily was chosen to leave and not some of the others that lacked her technical skill, uniqueness and charm.
How much do we know about Bobby and Alton? It's nice for a host to connect with the audience, but not everyone who does must bare his or her soul! Wrong focus!
I think the elimination is probably a function of the "Team structure." What would happen if all of one team was eliminated? Unlikely, but could happen. The decision seemed one more focused on keeping things even than discovering the best talent / future star.
Just watched "Next Foodnetwork Star" episode where Emily Ellen/"Retro Rad" contestant got the boot. I think this was a bad move, or actually, a missed opportunity for a terrifically different show that focuses on retro-style food. People these days are "hungry" for nostalgia, simpler times and comfort. This show could send ratings through the roof! One of my fav blogs is a retro-style baking blog where the blogger finds old handwritten recipes at estate and garage sales and bakes them. I have made the best gingerbread I ever tasted from her blog, and I previously didn't even like gingerbread! - and it was from one of these old handwritten recipe cards she found. Re-think this move - and read all the positive comments!
Disappointing decision sending Emily home! I really enjoyed watching her.
Her food was fun and quirky, just like her.
I am tired of Nikki! I find her abrasive and condescending. I will certainly not watch her show.
Is Nikki "The Grill Next Door" or is it the show? -
I agree. We did not need to delve into Emily's psyche to love her food and her personality. This is FN not the O Network. I don't get it. She was my favourite. Fun, fascinating to watch, and ever since she brought out the pressure cooker, I've been reminded that I always wanted to know how to use it. If someone, anyone, gives her a show, I'll watch it.
As a busy woman, I often have to record all my favorite FN shows and watch them at night. Normally, I am not one to take time out of my life to comment on something that I don't really believe anyone is listening to, BUT.... FN, Bob, Susie, Alton... if you are listening (reading) you should seriously rethink Emily's place on Food Network. 1. She brought ideas that were fresh and different, remaking stale and dull staples of American cuisine that were new and engaging. 2. She is a lovely, engaging, sweet, sincere young lady who makes me want to watch more FN! 3. Nicki, please... Rehearsed, insincere, fake. There has not been one thing she has made that has catapulted me to the kitchen (or to the TV for that matter). I could think of a million show topics Emily could do and pull off with a flair to reach a HUGE demographic. Isn't that what this is about?!
I agree with you KKg. I haven't commented until now. The absence of Emily one week following her elimination is a huge hole that none of the other stars could fill. The producer's challenge might have picked out the worst performance of that moment, but it failed to sum up all the positives Emily had compared to the others in that elimination round. The fact that Emily didn't open her whole life in front of us only made me more curious about her. She obviously was not prepared to do so, and probably created a few awkward moments I wonder if she would grow after a few seasons on FN. Hope FN can invent a way for such talent to come back.
We just loved Emily right from the start. I usually pick the finalists and she was certainly one. Martita thinks she can just stand and smile for 30 seconds...what a joke. I can't believe she is still competing. Big mistake to let Emily go. What an interesting POV she has....retro.....love it.
My wife and I agree. The Producer's Challenge format neglects to take into account other factors. What one candidate said negative things about her team? That's right, the same one who created 30 seconds of dead air! She could not lead her team in her area of "expertise." Her moment to shine was a big yawn in the food court and I predict that will the her ratings if she should win. The way she complained about her team members depending on her to carry the team spoke volumes about her lack of character, negative energy, and cutthroat mentality. NOT a star.


text:
Sounds like a match genetically engineered in heaven. Clonaid, the dubiously scientific arm of a religious cult which claims to have cloned "many children" has offered to hire Hwang Woo-Suk, the shamed Korean scientist whose cloning research was recently proven to have been a hoax.
Snip from press release:
It is interesting to do the mental exercise, for just a few seconds, and ask oneself - why would Dr Hwang play with the hope of millions of people who are desperately waiting for stem-cell cure to be available for either themselves or one of their relatives? Why would he declare that he has made these lines, if he wasn't able to do it, knowing that millions are watching him and that he would have to deliver them soon?If Dr. Hwang accepts the offer, he'll have no shortage of earth-booty, though there's no guaranteeing any of it was biotechnically engineered. Link to a related Chosun Ilbo article.In the same way, how can people believe that Clonaid's announcement of a cloned child being born was a hoax while thousands of parents-to-be were and are counting on us? Thankfully these parents didn't trust the media and today many of them had their baby...
The Clonaid website also reports, "Clonaid has been able to find living cells in a body that has been dead for 4 months - there is hope!" It seems that both hope and cells from four-month-old corpses spring eternal. (Thanks, IZ Reloaded)


text:
Sarah Palin Superstar
Palin arrived in town today, and is expected to address the Republican Governer's confab tomorrow. She got off the elevator at the Intercontinental Miami hotel, and a pack of what are supposed to be respectable, political journalists swarmed her, according to MSNBC.
Anyway, above is the picture the RGA currently has on its front page. Where's Crist? How about Jindal? Is that Pawlenty over to the side? Who cares? It's Sarah Palin front and center, baby! Hockey mom mania continues!
Sponsor Content


text:
Forgot password?
Our Irish Heritage is about uncovering what you think is special about your local area. You can use the site to share your stories, memories, snapshots, research and observations of life around the country
If this is your first visit take time to browse and see what's new.
But don't just look, if you would like to contribute your own story or photo register here. Have a go - it's easy!
The latest pages from the Irish Heritage network
The latest comments from the Irish Heritage network


text: Brad Bailey wrote: > I'm not a programmer by any means. However, I can normally find > patters, and change them to suit. Is there a use for the alfs program > to also build blfs? I can probably come up with the xml's, but I'll > need help with a couple of issues specific for blfs. > ALFS is currently in the middle of developing a new build tool to handle both LFS builds and BLFS builds and entirely custom variations of the two. If you're interested in helping stay tuned to this newsgroup/mailing list. > The way I have it invisioned, is before the whole processstarts, it > asks a series of questions such as: > > Do you want X? > (if no) Do you want graphics libs? > (if yes) Do you want a Desktop or Window Manager? > (If desktop) KDE, Gnome, CDE > (If WM) AfterStep, NextStep, UDE, blackbox... > > What do you think? Is this worth any amount of time at all? There would have to be some type of selection process for BLFS packages. Not sure that we've fully thought that part out yet. Your suggestion has some merit, but I think it would be nice if we could do something a little more dynamic and less linear. > I'm also working on a bootable aFLS cd that will give a lightweight > graphical environment to run in. Have fun. In case you're interested there is also a livecd project at LFS that's fairly new. It also incorporates ALFS profiles and the nALFS building tool. That ml is livecd AT linuxfromscratch.org > I have lots of ideas, I just don't know how to program to put them > into effect. :-( > Well, hang out here, and hopefully you'll be able to jump in when you see that one of your ideas coincides with the direction we're taking. :) -- Jeremy H.


text:
Auto Industry a 'Bright Spot' as Ford Sales Up 14%, GM Up 10% (Update 2)
Updated with GM sales totals for August.
DETROIT -- ( TheStreet) -- Automakers are reporting strong August sales as the auto industry remains a bright spot in a mediocre economy.
Ford (F - Get Report) said August sales gained 13%; GM (GM - Get Report) said sales rose 10% and Chrysler reported a 14% gain. Toyota (TM - Get Report) sales rose 46%.
"The auto industry has been a bright spot for the economy all year long and that will continue," GM economist Sue Yingzi Sue said Tuesday morning on a conference call with reporters. She said a revision by the Bureau of Economic Analysis enables a slightly higher estimate of 14.2 million to 14.3 million for the seasonally adjusted annualized sales rate.
Ford sales totaled 197,249, with retail sales up 19%. Sales of the Ford Escape compact utility vehicle rose 37% to 28,188. Fusion sales rose 21% to 21,690. F-Series sales rose 19% to 58,201. Lincoln sales rose 2% to 8,141, but Lincoln retail sales rose 21%. Fiesta sales fell 28% to 4,176. Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. marketing, sales and service, said many customers visit the showroom to see the Fiesta, but end up buying a Focus. GM said August sales totaled 240,520. Retail sales rose 11%, making August the best retail month of the year, while fleet sales rose 6%. All four GM brands posted higher total and retail sales, with Chevrolet up 11%, Cadillac up 11%, Buick up 12% and GMC up 4%. Buick had its best retail sales month of the year and its best August since 2006. The brand is tracking to its best retail sale year since 2006. Industry sales growth is being moved by pent-up demand, Sue said, noting, "People have been holding off new purchases for such a long time, since 2008 until now. Even though the economic news is very mediocre, very slow, and very moderate, we see improvement over all." In particular, job growth is continuing and consumer confidence is improving, she said. GM said that four vehicles -- Cruze, Spark, Sonic and Volt -- set monthly sales records in August, helped by advertising during the Olympics. Cruze sold 25,975 units, Spark sold 2,630, Sonic sold 8,703 and Volt sold 2,831. Chrysler, the first automaker to report Tuesday, said August sales rose 14% to 130,120 units, its best August total since 2007. Dodge brand sales rose 13% to 47,348, while Jeep brand sales rose 5% to 42,839. Sales of the Dodge Ram pickup truck, the group's best-selling vehicle, rose 19% to 25,215. Sales of the new Dodge Dart totaled 3,045. Volkswagen said August sales rose 63% to 41,011. Follow @tedreednc >To contact the writer of this article, click here: Ted ReedCheck Out Our Best Services for Investors
Action Alerts PLUS
Portfolio Manager Jim Cramer and Director of Research Jack Mohr reveal their investment tactics while giving advanced notice before every trade.
Product Features:
- $2.5+ million portfolio
- Large-cap and dividend focus
- Intraday trade alerts from Cramer
Quant Ratings
Access the tool that DOMINATES the Russell 2000 and the S&P 500.
Product Features:
- Buy, hold, or sell recommendations for over 4,300 stocks
- Unlimited research reports on your favorite stocks
- A custom stock screener
Stocks Under $10
David Peltier uncovers low dollar stocks with serious upside potential that are flying under Wall Street's radar.
Product Features:
- Model portfolio
- Stocks trading below $10
- Intraday trade alerts
Check Out Our Best Services for Investors
Dividend Stock Advisor
David Peltier identifies the best of breed dividend stocks that will pay a reliable AND significant income stream.
Product Features:
- Diversified model portfolio of dividend stocks
- Updates with exact steps to take - BUY, HOLD, SELL
Trifecta Stocks
Every recommendation goes through 3 layers of intense scrutinyquantitative, fundamental and technical analysisto maximize profit potential and minimize risk.
Product Features:
- Model Portfolio
- Intra Day Trade alerts
- Access to Quant Ratings
Options Profits
Our options trading pros provide over 100 monthly option trading ideas and strategies to help you become a well-seasoned trader.
Product Features:
- Actionable options commentary and news
- Real-time trading community


text:
Paul Tisdale rued poor defending from his Exeter side as they fell to a 2-1 derby defeat at West country rivals Bristol Rovers.
John-Joe O'Toole acrobatically volleyed home a Chris Beardsley cross to snatch all three points, having netted a last-gasp FA Cup winner at Crawley in midweek.
The former Colchester player had earlier confidently converted a 21st-minute penalty, just seconds after the visitors had gone in front courtesy of Lee Brown's own goal.
Tisdale admitted: "We have given away two bad goals, one of them straight from the kick-off after we scored, and the result is all that counts.
"I threw on two attacking substitutes and ended the game with three strikers because I felt we were on top in the second half and could go on to win.
"But we have to defend better. Some of our younger players did extremely well again, which is a positive, but some of the experienced ones are letting them down.
"We have lost too many games that we should have won or at least drawn over the past month or so, which is disappointing."


text:
Biggest Euromillions Jackpot of €190 / £148 million Tonight!
Tonight's Euromillion draw sees its largest ever jackpot being played for one last time this week, as it reached its cap of €190 million. Players all over Europe will be trembling with excitement as they eagerly await the results, due at approximately 8.00 pm GMT. This is the second time the jackpot has been at the cap, after no ticket holders were able to match the 5 + 2 required on the last draw which took place on Tuesday 7th August 2012. According to Euromillions rules, this means that the jackpot must be won tonight, as it cannot roll over again. So what happens if no player matches all 5 + 2 numbers?
The mammoth jackpot has to be won tonight, so if no single ticket holder can match all five numbers plus two lucky stars, it will roll down to the next winning tier. This could be one of the only opportunities players will have to win a hundred million pound plus prize by matching fewer numbers, as the jackpot would be shared amongst those who match 5 numbers and one Lucky Star. Failing that, if no players can match that many numbers, those who match just five could be seeing a win of tens of millions, instead of tens of thousands.
Due to the current exchange rate however, it is not the largest UK jackpot, as the weak Euro means the €190 million currently equates to approximately £148 million. The accolade of the biggest UK Euromillions jackpot is still held by Chris and Colin Weir, who won £161 million back on 12th July 2011. Either way, tonight's draw has many different opportunities for players and could make one person miraculously prosperous, several people incredibly wealthy or an unbelievable number of people happily rich.
If you want a head start on choosing those lucky numbers, let's have a quick look at the most frequent numbers to be picked on the Euromillions. These are 50, 12, 4, 19 and 14, which have occurred between 60 and 70 times. Avoid 32, as it has only shown up in draws 39 times. Finally, the most common pair of Lucky Stars is 2 and 6, with the duo making 20 appearances in all. So don't forget to buy your ticket in plenty of time and good luck!


text:
Teams overvalue draft picks on most days
March, 8, 2010
Adam Schefter | ESPN Insider
Adam Schefter often takes time to answer reader questions from his mailbag. Got a query of your own? Submit it right here.
Q: It may be because I'm just a regular football fan, but it seems to me that teams undervalue players and overvalue draft picks (i.e., Antonio Cromartie for a third-round pick). If a team could know it was drafting a player in the third round with the value of Antonio Cromartie, it would do cartwheels, but yet the San Diego Chargers settled for just the third-rounder. Do you think teams overvalue draft picks?


text:
If you are already a guest or a member sign in below.
Trap Beware of the cancellation policies for Chrisco, Hamperking and Castle Hampers. You'll be charged between 18-50% of what you've already paid if you cancel after the 21-day cooling off period, or the full amount if you cancel after the final payment in mid-October.
Receive FREE email updates of our latest tests, consumer news and CHOICE marketing promotions.


text:
The Blood Type Diet Archives Volume 1
Posted By: Peter D'AdamoDate: March 29, 1997 at 09:44:29
In Response To: Type and sugar (Janet)
Dear Janet,
Have your husband drink a cup of licorice root tea at 10AM and 2PM daily. Also, high protein diet and exercise, will gradually begin to curb his cravings.
Stay away from "Sugar Control" if it has chromium in it.


text:
Site Acquisition - Job Details
Job in 'Advertising' discipline and 'Production' category
Advertised Details | |||
Job title: | Site Acquisition | ||
Reference code: | BRAQ0001 | ||
Job category: | Production | ||
Position status: | Filled | Min Salary (p/m): | R17000 |
Position type: | Permanent | Max Salary (p/m): | R17000 |
City: | Centurion | ||
Description | |||
Responsible for acquiring of quality sites and thus positioning the company to optimise selling. Primarily responsible for focussed planning, targeting triple A sites and successful completion of each project. | |||
Skills Required | |||
Acquisition of new sites • Development of overall site acquisition, plan and budget • Builds relationships with council official and Landlords • Identifies sites and ensures that the correct formats are proposed. • Asses' feasibility of site through the use of market intelligence (Foot count, Traffic count, Convergence points ect.) • Present appropriate mock ups and feasibility report to management for approval. • Engage with appropriate landlords and enter into MOU's and standard service agreements. • Co ordinate and present final agreements in line with company expectations and corporate governance. Administration • Writes up all site sheets with all relevant visuals and marketing information. • Prepares and submits documentation to the council in conjunction with the relevant consultant. • Monitors and follows up on all applications submitted – Written, Telephonic or Face to Face. • Co ordinates all administration activities with relevant internal departments. • Acquires engineer appointment certificates • Updates the site progress sheets. Product development • Liaises with production to ensure that all formats are in line with landlord's expectations. Control of Tenders • Monitors the web- sites and advises on current potential new business that is available via the tender process. • Submits relevant documentation, monitor and follow up on all submitted tenders. • Attends all relevant meetings and appropriate forums and ensures that all criteria are met for the tender. • Prepares and submits all documentation for successful tenders • Prepares site sheets and commissions production. Site renewals • Ensures that systems are in place to identify renewal contracts expiry timorously. • Engages with key stakeholders and maintains relationships by attending all task team meetings on a regular basis. • Prepares all documentation and submits timorously • Prepares all legal documentation for renewed contracts. Stakeholder relationships • Extensively develop and nurture relationships with key stakeholders (both internally and externally) to drive value added partnerships for the mutual benefit of all parties. • Manage client and sales expectation to ensure total alignment with companywide requirements • Communicate key information to the stakeholders of all service areas with respect to impact, effect and co-operation requirements to support and enhance company goals. • Report to the MD regularly on the achievement of targets for the Company. Important relations: Internal: • The Sales team • The CEO • The Operational team External: • Landlords • Councils • All external stakeholders pertaining to successful sites |
Additional | |||
Knowledge • Sales and Outdoor media industry knowledge would be advantageous • Minimum requirement is a diploma • General proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook • Show appreciation and understanding of negotiation and promoting of a company. • Able to think out-of-the-box. • Knowledge in business requirements and operating rules. • Knowledge of all the applications and features of the products or services offered by the company. • Demonstrate financial expertise in deals. Experience • A proven track record in new business development, account management or site acquisition/outdoor advertising experience would be advantageous. Personal competencies • Exhibit intellectual curiosity, selling creative and resourceful solutions to the client. • Demonstrate success working at decision-maker levels with targeted segment. • Thrive as part of and within a team atmosphere while delivering on an individual level. • Excellent communication skills at all levels • Excellent interpersonal skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to create and deliver effective, polished presentations. • Self motivated and independent, thrives in a competitive environment • Energetic, dynamic and optimistic behaviour • Positive and professional attitude • Ability to generate respect and trust from staff and external constituencies • Flexible and able to multi-task • Can work within ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions • Well developed organisational and planning skills • Demonstrate experience in negotiating contracts • Effective in creating and maintaining stakeholder relationships • Effective time management skills • The ability to set priorities • Attention to detail • Ambitious • Self-motivated • Performance and target driven • Proactive attitude vital Other Own transport Drivers license |
You are currently not logged in. You will therefore not be able to view the complete list of requirements for this job, nor will you be able to apply for it. Please login above or register your details with us. |


text:
Play Slideshow >>
Chicago Central Area DeCarbonization Plan, Chicago
Courtesy Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture
This comprehensive plan maps out a strategy for the more than 550 buildings in Chicago's Central Loop to meet both the city's Chicago Climate Action Plan and the 2030 Challenge. The plan employs eight strategies that would reduce carbon emissions from existing commercial infrastructure and encourage building owners to retrofit their properties, while also addressing transit. The city was recently awarded $25 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Energy to implement the plan.
Jury: "This ambitious proposal shows how a dense urban area can effectively continue to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lessen the carbon footprint of its business district."
Client: "Ultimately our goal was energy efficiency, but … [the architects] had a much broader vision that helped us look at a comprehensive transformation by adding water, waste, and whole other categories. It's a very exciting vision that helps people who don't deal with … [sustainable development] get excited about achieving these multiple purposes." —Suzanne Malec-McKenna, commissioner of environment, City of Chicago
JuryDaniel Williams, FAIA, (chair), Daniel Williams Architect C.R. George Dove, FAIA, WDG Architecture Vivien Li, Boston Harbor Association Claire Weisz, AIA, WXY Architecture + Urban Design Bernard Zyscovich, FAIA, Zyscovich Architects
Chicago Central Area DeCarbonization Plan, ChicagoCommunity | City: Between Building and Landscape. Affordable Sustainable Infill for Smoketown; Louisville, Ky.Beijing CBD East Expansion; Beijing, ChinaLow Impact Development: A Design Manual for Urban AreasTownscaping an Automobile-Oriented Fabric; Farmington, Ark.Gowanus Canal Sponge Park, New York
Climate Change
Urban Design
Adrian Smith
U.S. Department of Energy
Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson
AIA Honor Awards
Regional and Urban Design
Please read our Content Guidelines before posting.
Check out these stories, which take a close look at innovative projects that are using wood in creative ways. Proudly sponsored by reThink Wood.


text:
Severe fungal disease infestations in forage grasses are posing problems for growers in southeastern Pennsylvania, eastern Maryland and Delaware, reports Marvin Hall, forage specialist with Penn State University Extension.
"The weather conditions over the last few weeks have created the perfect fungal storm, which has overpowered and killed grass in windrows and areas with especially thick forage," says Hall.
Some growers will likely need to replant the hardest-hit areas. They tended to be high-yielding fields that were ripe for harvest just before a July hotspell.
A possible explanation, he says, is that forage growth was greater than usual because of the wet, cool weather in late June and early July. "The rain delayed harvest so that the forage began to lodge, creating a perfect condition under the forage mat for fungal growth. As soon as the rains let up, the forage was mowed, but the ideal conditions for fungal growth remained under the windrows. The week of very hot temperatures exacerbated the ideal fungal growth conditions."
Since it's unlikely that the environmental conditions will repeat again this summer, now would be a good time to reseed dead areas in fields, Hall says.
Read more:
Halt The Spread Of Fire Ants In Hay


text:
Product Questions - Ask
Average Customer Reviews
Developed in collaboration between legendary music producer and artist Dr. Dre, engineers from Monster Cable, and renowned industrial designer Robert Brunner, the Beats by Dr. Dre headphones bring a professional producer's experience to music fans everywhere.
Naturally, the need for high performance headphones you can take out and put away easily while on-the-go is greater than ever. So we bring you Solos. Built on the world-renowned speaker technology and sleek look of Beats™ by Dr. Dre™ Studio, Solos are ultra lightweight and fold inward for easy storage, but still deliver unbelievably accurate sound. Also includes Monster ControlTalk™ for on-cable iPod®, iPhone™ and iPad™ playback control and iPhone/music phone hands-free calling.
Key Features:
Approximate Weight:
Manufacturers Warranty (authorized online retailer):
*Remote and mic supported by iPad, iPod® Nano (4th/5th gen), Classic (120GB), Touch (2nd gen), iPhone™ 3GS and newer, but not all Blackberry.™ Remote supported by iPod Shuffle (3rd gen). Requires software v. 1.0.3 for iPod Nano (4th gen), 2.0.1 for Classic (120GB), and 2.2 or later for Touch (2nd gen). Support for Blackberry varies by model. Subject to change.
Need more help?
Like this category?
(based on 1640 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
4 Stars
3 Stars
2 Stars
1 Stars
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Best Uses
Most Liked Positive Review
Bumpin Bass, Style, and Audio Quality
I have to admit I was a bit skeptical purchasing these headphones as the previous generation Dr. Dre Beats solos got some poor reviews in terms of an overpowering bass and poor build quality....Read complete review
I have to admit I was a bit skeptical purchasing these headphones as the previous generation Dr. Dre Beats solos got some poor reviews in terms of an overpowering bass and poor build quality. Considering this price point I assume a lot of consumers are looking for the same things I was in a pair of headphones: high fidelity sound, great build quality, and style. Upfront these new HD Solo headphones represent in all there categories. High Fidelity: I tested these headphones out in several genres since I listen to an eclectic mix. First thoughts was I found the sound a little too tight and not broad enough. There needs to be an initial burning in period to get the full sound quality, lets say 8 hours or so of heavy listening and these bad boys find their sweet spot. The first cd in the mix was Kings of Leon Only by the Night I put on 'Sex on Fire.' You get some nice high notes and kick drum beats in this song as well as some killer electric guitar. What impressed me was how sweet the vocals were in terms of clarity and vibrato while still letting the instrumentals shine through. I like my music loud and clear, and these delivered...the kick drum literally vibrates your head with every beat while keeping the mids and highs spot on! The next cd up was some Lil' Wayne I Am Not A Human Being. I put on the first track 'Gonorrhea.' Dang boys and girls this is where the Solo Beats HD shine, pow pow, like bass so far gone you wonder is there an earthquake in my head. Followed up by a great rendering of the electrical beats and smooth bellowing vocal licks and you know these headphones just busted out a five star review hands down. I wanted to slow this tempo down with some acoustical guitar from my man Ray LaMontagne. So I will round out this fidelity review with his live performance of 'Empty' off his latest cd Gossip In The Grain. I figured if these headphones would fall short, no doubt it would be on a song like this. The breathy vocals and pedal steel guitar on this track gave the Solos HD some difficulty. I seriously doubt this would be noticeable to most listeners. I found the instrumentals to be a bit spacey on the low registers with the speakers focusing more shine on the highs. If I were to judge the solos entirely on this performance I would still give them 4 stars. I also watched an episode of "Glee", yeah I said "Glee" Boss! It sounded excellent. Crisp dialogue and nice full body rendering of the song performances. Mercedes preformed a rendition of 'Rag Doll' from Tina Turners old release and it sounded phenomenal. Overall I found the sound quality to be excellent and all encompassing across the numerous genres of music and vocals. The build quality and style of these headphones was equally impressive. I know there were some previous issues with the head band snapping in the Solos, but they seem to have fixed that with a metal band that is hidden below the padded head rest. The band seem to has a lot of give and flexibility while still feeling firm. I was most impressed with the tightly fitted hinges where the ear pieces fold out and the thick metal used to extend the ear cups. When extended the ear cups do not fold but firmly remain in their locked position. The padding around the ear is the softest synthetic vinyl I have ever felt and could pass for calf skin leather. The headphones feel soft and supple around the ear. On the head they feel firm, almost too firm at first but do loosen up like a good pair of shoes over time while stile keeping their rigidity . I think this is a true sign of build quality. After breaking them in they feel extremely comfortable on the ears and I have a fairly large head. The 'Control Talk' cord is in one word, perfection! It is long but not too long, red in color and has a thick rubber skin. The 3.5mm L-shape adapter on the end is idea for plugging into a music player or laptop as it bends inward and safely stays out of the way. I cant count the number of headphones I have had that fray or break off because of jutting out and being pulled, bent, or rubbed to death. I like how I can lay back in bed and type on my laptop with out my headphone jack pushing against my forearm on the side, a huge plus. The other end plugs into the head phones making this a detachable cord which is very nice as it can be replaced independently of the headphones. The 'Control' talk feature is awesome. You have a volume up and down function as well as a small steel(not plastic but steel) button in the center that you click once to pause or answer a call, twice to skip forward, three times to skip backward. This will only work on certain devices though. If you have a mac it will also control your volume and playback features in itunes which rocks! It worked great on my macbook pro and my ipod touch 3rd generation. Though to get the song to skip I had to click twice with some quickness, but it did work. The finish is done in the same shiny black on these as the Studio by Dr. Dre beats. Simply put these look cool as all get out. The brushed aluminum trim work on the ear cups is a nice touch as well as the beats log on each side. I did not find fingerprints to be that much of an issue on the gloss finish at all. They do include a red microfiber cleaning cloth. In summation, yeah sure for cheaper you could get equal or even better quality sounding headphones. Check out Shure 440's or even some Koss PortaPros if your tight on cash and want good sound quality with less focus on style. However as far as Bass, Style, and Audio Quality goes, check these bad boys out! I highly recommend them! I got mine on the cheap for [$]at [...] with a 10 dollar coupon (BDRewards10) check it. Or Google them.
Most Liked Negative Review
Headpiece broke in less than a year
I use my Solo's everyday during my commute to work. I love the high quality sound it produces, my music sounds better than before!The earpiece broke after 7 months of...Read complete review
I use my Solo's everyday during my commute to work. I love the high quality sound it produces, my music sounds better than before!The earpiece broke after 7 months of wearing it, and the headpiece snapped into two after 10 months of wearing it. I am very careful with my beats because I love them.I place it in its bag when not in use.
Subscribe to Reviews
Reviewed by 1640 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-10
Back to top
Previous | Next »
By Your Mother
from ct
About Me Audiophile, Frequent Traveler, Gear Head, Teenager
Comments about Monster Beats Solo HD High Definition With ControlTalk Headphones:
Comment on this review
quite good
By Ty the Music-addict
from London
About Me Teenager
I use my beats quite often now, an everyday basis the sound is great and I love that it can block out any outside noise (to the point you question whether you just said something or not). They are great headphones but they seem very flimsy and easy to break, bits have broken that i have been able to easily fix but bits like the cushion are starting to break apart. Overall they are great headphones but be cautious and careful with them if their going to last!
Most likely best quality headphones ever
By Golden Brown
from Hamilton, Ontario
Great sound quality, a bit uncomfortable after being worn after a while, I would only recommend these to the average, casual music listener. However, that doesn't throw off my obsession with them. I have these in red, so I feel very confident in the fact that part of the money is going to a good cause (AIDS in Africa). Another great reason to get these. As I said, it's a must buy for the casual listener but not for the hardcore audiophile type listener as they get uncomfortable to wear after a while. You get what you pay for.
Love them!!!!!
By Bling
from Monroe,Michigan
I absolutly love these headphones!!!
the best
By nick
from las vegas, nv
best thing ever
amazing headphones
By zeus
from Denver,CO
these headphones are one of the greatest they have clear sound and are very stylish
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Great Headphones!
By Will
from CT
These headphones are great! On the first day I got them, I didn't like them, but now I love them! You just have to get used to them.
(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
By Ron
from MD
About Me College Student
I bought these headphones as an alternative to perpetually replacing cheap earbuds. Got the headphones and instantly loved them. Until that is, after 2 WHOLE WEEKS my Control Talk cord stopped working. This was dumb, but i disposed of the receipt shortly after my purchase because i thought [$] would have some semblance of substantial construction. Big mistake, when i tried to invoke my warranty I was told by the monster rep. nothing could be done without my receipt and then she had the nerve to offer to sell me a new cord, I'd had the headphones for a month at that time and I thought her suggestion was disrespectful to say the least. I'm not here to bash monster because it's my fault for discarding the receipt, but the there's no way in hell that cord shouldve began to malfunction within a month of purchase. I'm using the regular auxiliary cord that came with them now, thank God that was included. I love the sond of the headphones, but the cheapness of that cord has really soured the whole experience.
By Broph67749
from Geneva, NY
great product, amazing quality, best headphones ive ever bought!
geat headphones
By sam yetsko
from chesterton indiana
About Me Frequent Traveler, Teenager
ive had these for 3 days and they are great i love how they are very portable get these instead of the studios
Fill out the form below to request Better Price for this product.


text:
We also get employee appraisal report forms at work, which we have to fill out to report on how our job is going and whether we agree with the job description and so forth.
Then my boss will fill one out about whether or not I'm doing a good job and file it or do something about it, I suppose.
It's a process I really dislike because it's difficult to come up with things to say most of the time, but it seems to be pretty standard around offices.


text: For complete online access to Changed Agents The Leading Edge Changing Churches Requiem for a Nixon Man Shaped, Fixed & Free Every issue of Touchstone also contains short commentaries by our editors, notices of books you should know about, and our spirited letters section. Order issues of Touchstone at our online store. Subscribers can read issues in digital format at the NEW Touchstone digital archives! Subscribe to Touchstone today! |


text:
PlayStation Vita launches in Japan, technical problems abound
Early adopters complain of crashes, freezes, lag and more
Sony's hotly anticipated new handheld console, the Playstation Vita, has officially launched in Japan to impressive sales - but early adopters are complaining of crashes and bugs that make gameplay a chore.
The Vita, previously known as the Next Generation Portable or NGP, is Sony's successor to the PlayStation Portable. Featuring a high-power processor, bright OLED touch-sensitive display, and clever control systems that include in-built GPS, a rear-mounted touch-sensitive strip and even integral 3G connectivity on some models, it's an impressive piece of equipment.
While official sales figures aren't yet available, Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu claims that Sony has sold over 321,000 units in the first two days of availability - falling short of Nintendo's 3DS sales, which hit 371,326 units over the same period, but still an impressive figure.
Sadly, not all of those early adopters are impressed: PC World reports that bugs abound in the first-generation release, with gamers complaining of crashes, poor gameplay performance, random freezes and an unnecessarily complicated sign-up process for a PlayStation Network account - without which it's impossible to download an early update from Sony which addresses some of the bugs.
With the PlayStation Vita due to launch in the UK in Feburary, Sony has until then to address the issues if it truly wants to offer serious competition to Nintendo's now cut-price 3DS hand-held.