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Fact Sheet: Wireless Charging at Starbucks
Starbucks is committed to bringing new experiences to customers to make their lives just a little bit easier
Starbucks is committed to bringing new experiences to customers to make their lives just a little bit easier
Mobile Order & Pay allows customers to place orders in advance of their visit and pick them up at their chosen Starbucks® location.
Starbucks sources only Arabica coffee from more than 30 countries from around the world. Its broad range of farmers, co-operatives and suppliers offer a vast ecosystem to supply coffee in small quantities and at scale.
Starbucks stores serve as a third place, inspiring moments of connection around the world.
The art of roasting is what first attracted us to coffee; it's an expertise that we have been perfecting ever since opening our original Pike Place Market store, and it's an art we have practiced every day since.
Part of reinventing the coffeehouse experience, was creating a new retail experience unlike anything customers have seen from Starbucks before.
Over two years in the making, the Starbucks Reserve® Roastery and Tasting Room opens on December 5, 2014 in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
Seattle is a city with a deep history in culture and a passion for coffee.We opened our first store in the historic Pike Place Market, and we are honored to open the first-ever Starbucks Reserve® Roastery and Tasting Room in this community.
Our story began in 1971. Back then we were a roaster and retailer of whole bean and ground coffee, tea and spices with a single store in Seattle's Pike Place Market. Today, we are privileged to connect with millions of customers every day with exceptional products and more than 21,000 retail stores in 66 countries.
A mission to hire military veterans and spouses, creating a workplace that recognizes and celebrates service.
Starbucks Coffee Heritage in Latin America
At Starbucks, coffee is the heart and soul of our company and we are committed to serving the highest quality arabica coffee sourced in the most ethical way possible.
At Starbucks, we have the unique opportunity to be a part of people's lives where they live, work and play.
New Starbucks beverages, based on customers' favorite Frappuccino combinations are: Caramel Cocoa Cluster; Cinnamon Roll; Cotton Candy; Cupcake; Lemon Bar; Red Velvet Cake.
Starbucks has introduced new summer bakery items that pair well with coffee and tea
Nothing says summer quite like Starbucks Frappuccino blended beverages. On April 28 Starbucks will ring in the summer with the launch of the new S'mores Frappuccino blended beverage.
Savor lunchtime with a new favorite: A Taste of the Mediterranean.
As of March 31, Starbucks is offering Starbucks Cold Brew, the latest in a series of coffee experiences highlighting the skillful craft of our baristas and Starbucks high-quality coffee.
Beginning March 31, 2015, Evolution Fresh and Dannon will bring delicious nourishment on-the-go to consumers nationwide through the launch of the Evolution Fresh Greek Yogurt Products, Inspired by Dannon.
Inspired by Starbucks iced espresso beverages, Starbucks Skinny Iced Espresso Classics are the perfect way for customers to discover the Starbucks Experience.
New Starbucks Doubleshot Coffee & Protein provides the lift from coffee and the power of protein.
Discover Your Favorite Starbucks Iced Espresso Beverages at Home with Starbucks Iced Espresso Classics.
Starbucks Sweetened Iced Coffee K-Cup and Tazo Sweetened Iced Tea K-Cup Packs are specifically crafted to brew over ice.
Starbucks bottled Frappuccino chilled coffee drinks now come in two new flavors – mocha coconut & s'mores
The only instant coffee with the signature taste of Starbucks, now with new packaging.
Starbucks is introducing a new handcrafted espresso beverage – the Flat White – as a core menu offering in participating Starbucks® stores in the US and Canada.
With the start of 2015 and knowing an increasing number of people are looking for ways to get vegetables into their diet.
For the first time ever, customers have a chance to win Starbucks for Life. From December 2, 2014 through January 5, 2015, customers who pay using a Starbucks Card (registration not required) can enter the Starbucks® It's a Wonderful Card Ultimate Giveaway for a chance to win a variety of prizes, including a lucky few who will win the grand prize, Starbucks for Life.
Featuring elegant spins on classic designs, Starbucks® Premium Gifts will add an extra sparkle to anyone's holiday.
Starting November 12, customers will walk into Starbucks® stores nationwide to see them beautifully transformed for the holidays.
The holidays at Starbucks are a time to celebrate with sweet traditions rooted in more than four decades of passion for coffee, food and the holiday spirit.
Share Holiday Moments At Home with the New Starbucks Discoveries Iced Café Favorites Holiday Flavors
In the spring of 2014, Starbucks unveiled a first-of-its-kind collaboration with Oprah Winfrey, celebrating a shared love of tea.
As part of the company's ongoing efforts to innovate and expand mobile payment capabilities, Starbucks offers the following ways to pay using your mobile device in our stores
Rwanda, located just two degrees south of the equator, is a land-locked country with a lush green and hilly terrain.
Timor-Leste, the official name of East Timor, is located south of the equator in the Malay Archipelago.
This coffee thrives in the verdant highlands of the state of Santa Rosa, Guatemala, above Laguna de Ayarza; a double caldera lake formed thousands of years ago.
Teavana invites you to embrace fall as you get back into your routine following the summer months by finding a special moment each day to enjoy the bold and spicy flavors of Teavana's chai teas.
For a limited time in Canada, Mocha Coconut Frappuccino is back.
Europe gets an exclusive Starbucks iced drink innovation
Just in time for the summer road trip season, Starbucks conducted a Summer Road Trip Survey of more than 1,000 adults in the U.S. who have taken a road trip in the past year, or plan to in the next year* to identify the top road trip travel trends.
Starbucks announced in July 2013 the beginnings of a strategic agreement to offer a jointly created and developed selection of new, specialty Greek yogurt products in participating Starbucks stores and in grocery channels in the U.S.
Fizzio Handcrafted Sodas - Made Right Before Your Eyes
Shake Up Your Lunch Routine and Savor our New Lunch Sandwiches
Shake Up Your Iced Tea
Never be without great coffee.
NEW Starbucks® Iced Coffee Beverages are Brewed to Personalize at Home.
Experience the refreshing uplift of bottled Starbucks® Iced Coffee.
Nothing says summer like our Frappuccino® blended beverages. Create the perfect Frappuccino® blended beverage for all of your fun summer moments, whether you're headed to a concert, meeting friends at the park or taking a break from work.
Years of focus and expertise have led to the Starbucks Roast Spectrum, which sorts Starbucks® coffees by three roast profiles – Starbucks® Blonde Roast, Medium Roast and Dark Roast
Complement the gatherings of the season with notes of milk chocolate and sweet orange.
TAZO is launching three organic teas exclusively available at Whole Foods
Starbucks brings new latte flavors and convenience this winter
When it comes to juice, freshly squeezed and cold-pressed fruits and vegetables can provide delicious flavor and nutrition in every sip. But like picking an orange from the highest branch, attaining freshness like this is not easy.
Starbucks honors the birthplace of coffee with the global introduction of Ethiopia, an enchanting single-origin steeped in history and flavor.
Starbucks Discoveries Iced Café Favorites are the perfect balance of rich, bold brewed Starbucks espresso from 100 percent arabica beans, creamy 2% milk, and natural flavors, crafted for enjoyment at home.
The recipe for a great cup of coffee includes four basic fundamentals: proportion, grind, water and freshness. Understanding and following the guidelines for each of them will ensure a great cup of coffee every time.
Customers are always looking for wholesome, delicious and convenient food options for their on-the-go lifestyle. This summer Starbucks introduced a new selection of Salad Bowls and Deli Sandwiches available all day to provide customers delicious and balanced nutrition.
Frappuccino Blended Beverage Overview
Celebrating 10 Years of Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. Our mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time.
From the introduction of the first Starbucks Card, to our first Tweet, to the launch of mobile payment - we're always focused on finding new ways to enrich the Starbucks Experience for our customers.


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Goodfellows still needs your help Goodfellows $37,670
Published: Friday, January 1, 1999 at 3:15 a.m.
Last Modified: Friday, January 1, 1999 at 12:00 a.m.
Goodfellows continues to make the Christmas season brighter for many disadvantaged Spartanburg-area families.
Begun in 1947 by the Herald-Journal, Goodfellows' goal is to put food on the tables of families struggling to make ends meet. And through the tremendous generosity of the community, the organization has brought food to the tables of many families this Christmas. Bags of groceries were given to families who otherwise might have gone hungry for a number of reasons. Many families receiving a helping hand from Goodfellows are financially strapped, some without jobs and others with government assistance that often doesn't provide their necessities. And Goodfellows extends a heartfelt thanks to all who made this year's campaign a success. Gifts still are coming in and being posted to the Goodfellows account, and if you would like to share in the project, send a tax deductible donation to Goodfellows Inc., P.O. Box 5707, Spartanburg, S.C. 29304-9852. Here are the latest contributors: Mr. and Mrs. David F. Smith, in memory of her father, Mr. James L. Chastain, and his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Smith, and in honor of her mother, Mrs. Doris Chastain, and his father, Mr. Floyd H. Smith -- $50 John Meyer -- $20 Scott Talley, on behalf of the Wofford College faculty, staff and student body -- $121 Roberta T. Daniel -- $50 Don and Dolores Wasness, in memory of our parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ingvald Wasness and Mr. and Mrs. O.N. Olson, and in honor of our children and grandson, Marlene Wasness and James and Nancy Wasness, and their son, David Alan -- $20 Ladean and Kathryn Gardner, in loving memory of our parents, Mr. and Mrs. Preston A. Gardner -- $50 David and Glenda Pruitt -- $25 Clay W. Rankin, in memory of my precious, wonderful wife, Nellie Rankin, and daughters, Margaret and Barbara -- $60 Billy W. Rogers -- $25 Florence B. Hammond -- $10 E. George McCoin Jr., in loving memory of E. George and Trudy Cleveland McCoin -- $75 Jium -- $50 Anonymous -- $25 Anonymous -- $25 Charles L. and Virda Clayton -- $7 Robert A. Mitchell -- $25 Anonymous -- $25 Mr. and Mrs. F.M. McCormick -- $25 Nell S. Turner -- $25
Donations so far total $37,670.
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Pitbulls attack and injure 2 children and 2 adults in Norfolk
Pit bull kills 87-year-old Frederick man as he takes down Christmas tree
Grandmother, Annie Petty, attacked by 2 pit bulls in Northeast D.C.
A grandmother was attacked by two pit bulls Monday night while walking home, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
Maryland trooper kills pit bull mix attacking woman
Maryland State Police say a trooper shot and killed a pit bull mix that had bitten a woman inside her Centreville home and was about to attack her again.
Pit bull attacks, kills small dog in Fredericksburg
Authorities in Spotsylvania County are looking into a dog attack in which a pit bull killed another dog while it was being held by a person.
Baltimore woman killed by her own pit bull
Baltimore police say a 56-year-old woman was attacked and killed by her own pit bull inside a home in northeast Baltimore.
Wilbert Crews saves woman from pit bull attack in NE D.C.
Wilbert Crews doesn't call himself a hero: But for others, the 66-year old retired sanitation worker, who came face to face with attacking pit bulls, is at the very least a good Samaritan.
Dog attack in NE leaves one injured
A man is recovering after at least one of two pit bulls bit him in the face Saturday. The dogs are back in the custody of their owner on a 10-day quarantine. She tells ABC7 she's sorry about the attack and doesn't know how the dogs got out.
Ben Srigley's gun charge dropped months after shooting attacking dogComment
A gun charge against a Washington man who shot and killed a pitbull in January in order to save a young boy's life have officially been dropped, the Washington Post reports.
Glen Burnie couple attacked by pit bull facing evictionComment
A Glen Burnie couple attacked by a pit bull in late June is being evicted from their home at the end of the month, The Capital Gazette reports.
Benjamin Srigley won't face gun charges after shooting pit bullsComment
The Northwest Washington man who opened fire on a group of pit bulls that attacked a young boy this past January will not face firearms charges, the Washington Times reports.
Dog attack: Young girl in stable condition after attackComment
Savanna, a 5-year-old girl, is in serious but stable condition after she was mauled by two dogs in Charles County Wednesday evening. ABC7 has learned the dogs and their owner have been a problem before.
Sian reunited with owner after violent attackComment
Several witnesses say two unleashed pit bulls attacked Sian at 7th and Ingraham streets NW Wednesday. Sian was with a dog walker at the time because his owner was out of town.
Pit bulls attack boy, puppy in GermantownComment
An 8-week-old Labrador puppy and his 10-year-old owner are recovering from injuries they suffered when they were attacked by a pair of pit bulls in Germantown.
Arlington pit bull attack leaves man seriously injuredComment
An Arlington man is recovering after being attacked by two pit bulls Sunday in a Northern Virginia neighborhood.
Only on 7: Victim of vicious NE dog attack talks with ABC7Comment
In a story you'll see Only on 7, the elderly man who was attacked by two dogs in D.C. last week, is now talking about the ordeal for the first time from his hospital bed.
Police: Man attacked by two dogs in NEComment
A 74-year-old man, who was in serious condition after he was attacked by two large dogs near a tow yard in Northeast D.C. early Tuesday morning, is recovering, his family says.
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Video: Lollapalooza 2013 Day One Highlights, Plus Watch Saturday and Sunday Webcasts Here
Even if you're lucky enough to have snagged a ticket to the sold out Lollapalooza, you can't see everything. So the fest is doing what it can to get people access to a variety of shows. »Read Full Blog Post
Coach fired after dance team performed song Miley Cyrus made infamous
A Wisconsin high school dance coach has been fired after her team performed a routine to an edited version of "Blurred Lines," a popular song by Robin Thicke, the Wausau Daily Herald reports.
Lisa Jolin was fired from her job at Marshfield High School in August, after the dance team performed Aug. 23 at the first home football game. Days later, Thicke and Miley Cyrus performed the sexually suggestive — and what some describe as misogynistic — song at the MTV Video Music Awards. »Read Full Article(56)
Milwaukee writer Kipp Friedman recalls life with father, Groucho, more
Going to Knicks games with Peter Falk, sitting in the aged Groucho Marx's parlor listening to him sing "Hooray for Captain Spaulding," eyeing naked women in Off-Broadway plays — Kipp Friedman had quite an adolescence, thanks to the big macher who made it all happen.
His father, Bruce Jay Friedman. »Read Full Article
New owners want to add sit-down bar at Sendik's grocery on Downer St.
The Milwaukee Common Council's Licenses Committee on Tuesday approved a food dealer license and a Class B tavern license for Nehring's Sendik's on Downer, a new grocery store that will also include a sit-down bar that will serve pizza, pasta and other foods.
John and Anne Nehring operate three other grocery stores: Nehring's Sendik's, at 4027 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood; G. Groppi Food Market, at 1441 E. Russell Ave. in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood; and Nehring's Family Market, at the Milwaukee Public Market in the Historic Third Ward. »Read Full Article(6)
New trailer for 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug'
Watch the new trailer for "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," below.
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On Tap Today: Well, hello October
Jazz band the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble is featured in the documentary "Brothers Hypnotic," screening tonight at the Milwaukee Film Festival. Journal Sentinel photo by Bill Schulz. »Read Full Blog Post
Milwaukee Film Festival pick: Day Six
The dramatically literal sometimes misses the point.
"Captain Phillips," the upcoming Tom Hanks film about Somali pirates, is a tense film about a fact-based event that ignores or pays lip service to the pirate's motives. »Read Full Blog Post


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Now that the Los Angeles Kings have hoisted their second Stanley Cup in three years, the hockey world can now focus on the 2014 NHL Draft that will take place on June 27th and 28th at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Team Depth Chart of NHL Prospects
- Good balance of speed, talent, and character.
- Depth and high-end talent at most positions.
- Lack of high-end talent at the center.
About Prospect Scores and Probability
Legend of Players' Leagues
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- Playing in N.A. Pro (NHL, AHL, ECHL, etc.)
- Playing in CHL (OHL, QMJHL, WHL)
- Playing in NCAA
- Europe
- Playing in Europe
- Junior
- Playing in Junior 'A' (USHL, BCHL, AJHL, etc.)
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Several Montreal Canadiens prospects enjoyed long and productive postseasons
With the Hamilton Bulldogs failing to capture an AHL playoff spot, the Montreal Canadiens recalled a large group of prospects, including Nathan Beaulieu and Dustin Tokarski, as the Black Aces practice squad. Michael Bournival and Jarred Tinordi were already playing at the NHL level at the end of the NHL regular season and were part of Montreal's playoff roster.
Team Rankings: Deep and varied prospect pool vaults Buffalo Sabres to top spot
Hockey's Future presents the top group of the 2014 Spring NHL Team Rankings. The teams are ranked by the overall quality of their prospect pool as voted on by the HF staff. For reference, the top five prospects are listed. To be eligible, a prospect must meet HF's prospect criteria. The rankings are done twice a year, with this edition being an update to the Fall rankings. Each team's Fall ranking is listed in parenthesis next to their current ranking.
Many Montreal Canadiens prospects had strong 2013-14 seasons
The 2013-14 season saw solid improvement and excellent development across the Montreal Canadiens prospect pool. Michael Bournival made the jump to the NHL level this season while Nathan Beaulieu, Louis Leblanc, and Jarred Tinordi saw more time with the parent club this year.
Wennberg tops a strong group of forward prospects playing in Sweden
For the better part of the last 25 years, Sweden has continued to provide the world with some of the best and most exciting forward talent anywhere. That trend has continued in recent years and is testified to in the fact that no European nation has seen as many players drafted in recent years than has Sweden.


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Technical and tyres
New bike, what advice or instructions did you get when picking up the new bike ????????????
Bike accessories
I have Navmii on my phone and it's good but it kills the battery even quicker than maps. .. Phone gets bloody hot too..
I use a full face shoei helmet at about £170 is a good price as i cant afford to spend £400 on an arai. I use to use mx lids in the summer on my old bike.
when my lid is past it i my do the hammer test ie hit the top of the lid with a lump hammer and see what happens then cut off the straps before i bin iit.
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I was most aggrieved to received an email from BT yesterday.
Whilst the sums involved are relatively modest (for now) it still means i will have to pay £60 per year that i had not expected.
I have advised Ofcom of my concerns, whilst they dont deal with individual cases, i do think that their widespread and prolonged advertising of "free" motogp coverage was misleading could be seen as obtaining money by deception, ie tountamount to fraud.
Complaints now sent to BT and Ofcom and letter to MCN editor. Doubt it will get anywhere but good to vent!
From what I can tell, IF there is "small print" that facilitates this change, the term itself would fall under the UNFAIR CONTRACT TERMS ACT <- doubtless plenty of info on the WWW on this... And if the term is unfair/a contravention of Contract Law, the resulting advantage certainly is!!
( See above: I cut an paste the reply I had from CAB in this thread ^^^)
Good to see that you've escalated your own case; for my part, I've contacted Trading Standards (via CAB) - but I will take a pointer from you and refer to OfCom too!
The more people that voice their opinions on this, the better!
Managed to watch the races on telly last night.. Tom Sykes and Jonny Rea battling and bashing was fooking brilliant.. There were only 31,000 at Donington this weekend .. not very good.
I remember Chris guy and graham wood. great riders who could run with the best of them. my late brother in law Bob smith used to race with them in the late seventies Early eighties. often wonder what happened To them.
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Hi, i'm looking at getting a CB125F but the insurance quotes that i am getting are rather expensive, could anyone give me any advise/tips or the best insurance websites to look on for the cheapest quotes??
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Touring & travel
Hi guys and girls. Thought you might want to know about a new Enduro company in Iceland. We have 2x 250cc, 2x450cc and one 530cc machine -all KTM.
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Well let's be honest, I won't be hitting those speeds haha.
Anyway just tested a 2012 ER6f and have to say it was vibrating quite a bit round 55+ but settled out around 70. Enjoyed it.
Also got to try out a 2015 Versys 650 and have to be honest I felt that was a great bike. It was a bit higher, heavier but felt like it as more presence on the road. Not as sporty looking as other bikes obviously but I did enjoy it a lot.
Going to read some reviews and make a decision Monday I reckon.
Test ride both during torrential rain/thinder - couldn't have picked a worse day of I tried!!
Buying and selling
@Pascal - This is only in your favor if your time is worth little - faffing about for multiple dealer visits while you could have being doing something productive or even enjoyable negates the savings.
MCN site & MCN forum feedback
Thanks guys.
MCN Fantasy Road Race 2015 - in association with Bennetts.co.uk
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Don't text at the movies and CERTAINLY don't complain about getting kicked out
The Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, TX reeeeeally doesn't want you to text during movies. They recently kicked a woman out for doing so. She called and left a voice mail to complain. The theater then turned that complaint into this announcement, which they now show before movies.
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Chilled Israeli Labane Soup
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It gets very hot very quickly in Israel. By the time Shavuot comes around there is no way you can serve your guests a hot soup as an appetizer. The heat and the cheesecake we all know is around the corner makes a light dinner that much more appealing. This soup is light, easy and incredibly delicious; not to mention its mosaic mix of colors.
There is always that debate over where you want to put most of your efforts, making fancy food for the holiday, or actually enjoying your vacation. When I made this soup I was surprised at just how quick it was done. It basically requires no cooking, just a bit of roasting, five minutes of chopping, a flick of wrist to mix it all together, and you're done. The best part, when your family takes its first bite they'll think you spent hours laboring over it.
We'll just call this our little secret.
Labane is very popular in Israel, and is often spread on bread with vegetables or just dived into with a spoon. In the IDF, labane is considered a breakfast treat nearly as sacred as cottage cheese. No one motivates our soldiers like the epic battle for that last spoonful!
A lot has been said about the Mediterranean diet and labane is both a Mediterranean yogurt and very healthy. It's filled with protein and calcium so you can say that for many mothers in Israel it's the healthier alternative to chocolate spread sandwiches.
By serving this dish you'll be saving time, effort, but not nutrition.
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Can this be made with fat free plain greek yogurt instead of labane?
You can definitely make this with low fat Greek yogurt and serve it as a great source of vegetarian protein!
I made this for my high school students as part of a unit on Judaism and Kosher food and they loved it. Not having access to Labane, or the desire to make it myself, I substituted Creme Fraiche and it turned out beautifully.
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Thursday, May 10, 2012
Mosaic to Present at InvestMNt Sponsored by the CFA Society of Minnesota16:15 EDT Thursday, May 10, 2012PLYMOUTH, Minn., May 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) announced today that it will participate in the 2012 InvestMNt conference sponsored by the CFA Society of Minnesota. The event will take place at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Rich Mack, Mosaic's Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, will present on Thursday, May 24, 2012, at 10:15 a.m. local time. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20060331/MOSAICLOGO)Questions can be directed to Mosaic's Investor Relations Department via e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com. About The Mosaic CompanyThe Mosaic Company is one of the world's leading producers and marketers of concentrated phosphate and potash crop nutrients. Mosaic is a single source provider of phosphate and potash fertilizers and feed ingredients for the global agriculture industry. More information on the company is available at www.mosaicco.com.SOURCE The Mosaic CompanyFor further information: Media; Rob Litt of The Mosaic Company, +1-763-577-6187, email@example.com, or Investors; Laura Gagnon of The Mosaic Company, +1-763-577-8213, email@example.com


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Bomberg received an official commission to paint an enormous underground bomb store during World War Two; this is one of many studies for the painting. Bomberg was greatly inspired by the sight of thousands of bombs stacked in a disused mine. The strongly-coloured composition suggests the destructive potential of such an arsenal.
The sense of foreboding and imminent destruction that seems to inhabit the studies was unusually prescient. A few years later, 3,500 tons of explosives were accidentally ignited at the store, causing the largest-ever explosion in Britain.
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One of my main passions is advocating for disability rights.
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I attended and helped with the yearly Autism Awareness Walks, the main fundraising event for the Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts.
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I went to City Hall in Boston for the celebration of the passage of the ADA, a monumental disability rights legislation. There, I met the Mayor of Boston, which has been a lifelong dream of mine.
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BFI - A Computer Program for Determining an Index to Base Flow
- By Tony L. Wahl
- Hydraulic Engineer, Bureau of Reclamation, Lakewood, CO
- and Kenneth L. Wahl
- Hydrologist, U.S. Geological Survey, Lakewood, CO
Update (January 14, 2015):
- USGS has incorporated the BFI method into their new Groundwater Toolbox. That software also includes other base-flow separation techniques and provides tools for acquiring data sets from USGS sources.
- The DOS version of BFI has been recompiled to run in Windows 7 and is still available from this web site, but it is no longer being kept up-to-date with changes to the NWIS web data formats. The Excel_BFI_builder.zip file describes how to create your own data input files.
Important Note about Data Files (7-24-2006): BFI is no longer being modified to maintain compatibility with the newest NWIS web data formats. At this time, new data files must be reformatted and the old web data file header must be spliced back onto the file. A suggested procedure for doing so is as follows:
- Import the NWIS web rdb file into Excel
- Remove the new header and replace with an old header
- Edit the header to insert correct station number and name
- Delete all measurement codes (e.g., "e" for estimated, etc.) put a zero in code column for each day
- Format dates to be in mm/dd/yyyy format (used Excel custom date format)
- Export out of Excel as a tab delimited file
- Edit file name if desired to obtain ".crd" extension
An example of an old-format header is given in the comal.web data file on the download page. Also, the Excel_BFI_builder.zip file contains useful hints.
One other important consideration is the fact the new-format files no longer leave out dates with missing data. Instead, they show up as regular lines with a date, etc., but just a blank where the flow should be. BFI interprets those entries as days of zero flow, not missing data. BFI is written to not process years with missing data, but it will process years with zero-flow days; now it can't tell the difference, so your results will be affected. The NWIS web format may change again in the future to address this problem (since it affects other software as well), but for now, you must be careful when using data files that might span periods of incomplete data.
The latest release of the BFI program is version 4.16, made available from this page on 01/14/2015. This version is functionally identical to version 4.15, but has been recompiled to operate on 64-bit Windows 7 systems. This version can operate multiple times on the same input file, using different base flow separation options, with allows it to be automated using DOS redirected input and batch files.
To join the BFI Notification List, please send a blank e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com
Hydrologists are often asked to separate runoff into the components that result either from direct runoff or from ground-water discharge. However, doing so is necessarily an inexact science. The processes that produce flow are not simple, and many factors influence the source, timing, and magnitude of stream discharges.
The BFI program was developed to make the base-flow separation process less tedious and more objective. The program implements a deterministic procedure proposed in 1980 by the British Institute of Hydrology. The method combines a local minimums approach with a recession slope test. The program estimates the annual base-flow volume of unregulated rivers and streams and computes an annual base-flow index (BFI, the ratio of base flow to total flow volume for a given year) for multiple years of data at one or more gage sites. Although the method may not yield the true base flow as might be determined by a more sophisticated analysis, the index has been found to be consistent and indicative of base flow, and thus may be useful for analysis of long term base-flow trends. Users should be very cautious about using methods such as this for short-term storm events or for locations where streamflow is affected by upstream regulation, such as reservoir releases. In general, the method interprets most regulated releases as base flow. If the program is used for regulated streams, the effects of regulation must be carefully accounted for through manual adjustment of the program output.
The program accepts input from WATSTORE data files, or files generated from EarthInfo CD-ROM's. The self-extracting files available from this site contain source code and compiled executables for MS-DOS PC's operating in a DOS or Windows environment; the source code can also be compiled as-is using the f77 compiler on most Unix workstations. Since its initial development in 1988 the program has been periodically updated to improve its flexibility and meet output needs for a variety of applications.
For example applications of the BFI program, see:
- Wahl, K. L., and Wahl, T. L., 1995, Determining the Flow of Comal Springs at New Braunfels, Texas, Texas Water '95, American Society of Civil Engineers, August 16-17, 1995, San Antonio, Texas, pp. 77-86.
Available in PDF or HTML formats.
- Wahl, K. L., and Wahl, T. L., 1988, Effects of Regional Ground-Water Declines on Streamflows in the Oklahoma Panhandle, Symposium on Water-Use Data for Water Resources Management, American Water Resources Association, Tucson, Arizona, pp. 239-249. (PDF, 1.7 MB)
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Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. Defers Separation Time in Shareholder Rights Plan
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. Defers Separation Time in Shareholder Rights Plan17:22 EDT Thursday, September 27, 2012VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Sept. 27, 2012) - Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. (TSX:PTQ)(OTCBB:PTQMF)(FRANKFURT:P7Z) ("Petaquilla") announces that its board of directors has elected to defer the "Separation Time" (as defined below) in accordance with the terms of its shareholder rights plan (the "Rights Plan").On March 7, 2006, the board of directors of Petaquilla implemented the Rights Plan. The Rights Plan was adopted in order to provide the board of directors of Petaquilla with sufficient time to assess and evaluate any takeover bid or other potential change of control transaction, and to explore and develop alternatives that maximise shareholder value and to give shareholders adequate time to consider any such transaction. Following Inmet Mining Corporation's announcement on September 5, 2012, that it intended to commence an offer to acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Petaquilla, the board of directors of Petaquilla has elected, in accordance with the terms of the Rights Plan, to defer the Separation Time. In accordance with the terms of the Rights Plan, the rights were scheduled to separate and trade separately on the tenth trading day following the first public announcement of the current intention of any person to commence a takeover bid for Petaquilla that is not a "Permitted Bid" under the Rights Plan, or such later time as may be determined in good faith by the board of directors of Petaquilla. The board of directors of Petaquilla has therefore elected, in accordance with the Rights Plan, to defer the Separation Time until the earlier of (i) such date as may be determined in good faith by the board of directors prior to the time any person becomes an "Acquiring Person" under the Rights Plan or (ii) unless otherwise determined by the board of directors, the day immediately prior to the date on which an "Acquiring Person" becomes such.About Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. - Petaquilla is a growing, diversified gold producer committed to maximizing shareholder value through a strategy of efficient production, targeted exploration and select acquisitions. The Company operates a surface gold processing plant at its Molejon Gold Project, located in the south central area of Panama-a region known historically for gold content. In addition, the Company has exploration operations at its wholly-owned Lomero-Poyatos project located in the northeast part of the Spanish/Portuguese (Iberian) Pyrite Belt and several other exploration licenses in Iberia.On behalf of the Board of Directors of PETAQUILLA MINERALS LTD. Joao C. Manuel, Chief Executive OfficerFOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Joao C. ManuelPetaquilla Minerals Ltd.Chief Executive Officer(604) 694-0021 or Toll Free: 1-877-694-0021(604) 694-0063 (FAX)www.petaquilla.comNo stock exchange has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.


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Though they may try to tell you they're too old for toys, don't believe them for a second. We have some of the coolest toys and games around. Even a tween who's "too old to play" won't be able to resist this fun for long!
Climb aboard the gigantic Mining Truck! The awesome scale of this massive vehicle has been captured in this LEGO® Technic model, featuring huge wheels, detailed engine with moving piston and transmission belt; heavy-duty bumper and grill guard, tipping cargo bed, driver's cab and working steering. Maneuver the mighty machine into position, then tip and lock the massive cargo bed to deliver the load! This 2-in-1 model rebuilds into a rugged Wheel Dozer.
Contains 362 pieces.
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Add even more power to your LEGO® TECHNIC creations! Power Functions motor set includes a motor, battery box, light cable, pole switch and additional pieces to add new functions and features to your motorized models
Contains 10 LEGO® pieces.
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Clear the ground with the Compact Tracked Loader! This robust LEGO® Technic model has all the features of the real-life machine, including a sophisticated, rear-hinged boom mechanism that provides full control of the huge bucket and grabber, roof spotlights, warning beacon, gear lever and large triangular crawler tracks for increased traction and maneuverability on soft terrain. A cool white, gray and black color scheme adds the finishing touch to this awesome model! Rebuilds into a powerful Snow Groomer.
Includes a huge, tipping bucket with working grabber, versatile, rear-hinged boom mechanism, large triangular crawler track system, roof spotlights, warning beacon, gear lever and a vertical exhaust stack.
Bucket reaches over 8" high.
Compact Tracked Loader (with bucket lowered) measures over 3" high, 6" long and 3" wide.
Snow Groomer measures over 3" high, 5" long and 4" wide.
Contains 252 pieces.
Smash land speed records with the LEGO® Technic Record Breaker! This sleek, aerodynamic dragster features supercool blue, white and gray color scheme, tinted canopy, detailed engine and a powerful, high-speed pull-back motor. Climb aboard if you dare!
Includes a powerful, high-speed pull-back motor, sleek, aerodynamic design, tinted canopy and a detailed engine.
Record Breaker measures over 3" high, 11" long and 2" wide.
Contains 125 pieces.
Combine with the 42034 Quad Bike to create the mega-awesome Extreme Off-Roader for even more high-speed action!
Power over the roughest terrain with the rugged LEGO® Technic Quad Bike! This robust, powerful machine features a yellow, black, blue and gray color scheme, supercool decals, huge deep-tread tires, durable chassis with ultra-high fenders, heavy-duty bull bar and a powerful, high-speed pull-back motor. Get ready for the ride of your life! Combine with the 42033 Record Breaker to create the mega-awesome Extreme Off Roader for even more high-speed action!
Includes a powerful, high-speed pull-back motor, robust chassis with ultra-high wheel arches, huge deep-tread tires and a heavy-duty bull bar.
Quad Bike measures over 3" high, 5" long and 3" wide .
Contains 148 pieces.
Combine with the 42033 Record Breaker to create the mega-awesome Extreme Off Roader for even more high-speed action!
Get behind the wheel of this super-cool LEGO® Technic Hot Rod and get ready to burn some serious rubber! This detailed model features lots of realistic details, like the visible V6 engine with moving pistons, working steering, chunky tires, a groovy folding roof and bodywork with skull-and-flame decoration. Get set… go! Rebuilds into a Rally Racer.
Features a big, open V6 engine with moving pistons, working front steering, chunky tires and a cool folding roof.
Hot Rod measures approximately 3" tall, 10" long and 5" wide.
Contains 414 pieces.
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This chunky Desert Racer is built for rugged driving. There is a pull-back motor to power it forward as well as 4 massive tires to tackle any obstacle. This great little model also features a roll-cage to protect the driver and a row of lights across the top. There's also a cool winch to get it out of tough spots as well as an angled exhaust and, as a finishing touch, the bodywork has decals and a race number.
Desert Racer measures approximately 3" tall x 6" long x 3" wide.
A super-cool Snowmobile for off-piste winter fun, this great model has suspension for each of the two front skis as well as a rear track to help it over any obstacle. There are also new elements, like a steering arm, steering bearings and a steering lock, and with aggressive, ripped-effect decals, this realistic 2-in-1 model would be right at home with the coolest off-road bikes and other extreme sports equipment! Rebuilds into a Snow Motorcycle.
Snowmobile measures approximately 3" tall x 9" long x 5" wide.
Contains 186 pieces.
The smooth lines of the LEGO® Technic Black Champion Racer can only mean one thing… speed! Pull the super-sleek car back, release and watch it shoot forwards! The black and orange color scheme makes it look even cooler and there's a sticker sheet of chrome decals to add even more detail.
Black Champion Racer measures approximately 2" tall x 9" long x 3" wide.
Contains 137 pieces.
The super-fast, super-sleek, super-cool Race Car is the perfect introduction to the exciting world of LEGO® Technic. This realistic 2-in-1 street racer features easy-to-follow instructions, colorful styling and a unique motor – just pull back, release and watch it go! Have hours of fun racing to the finish line!
For an even more action-packed play experience, combine your model with the 42010 Off-Road Racer (sold separately) for a super-fast Dragster with pull-back motor, adjustable rear wing and opening cockpit!
Measures approximately 1" high x 7" long x 3" wide.
Dragster measures approximately 3" high x 11" long x 3" wide.
Contains 158 pieces.
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Make any job easier with the iconic Mini Backhoe Loader! This 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic model features loads of realistic details, like raising/lowering front arm and tipping front bucket, articulated steering raising/lowering/turning backhoe. Construct and create with the 2-in-1 Mini Backhoe Loader that's modeled after the real thing!
Rebuilds into a tough Telehandler with working steering, raising boom and a tipping shovel.
Measures approximately 4" high x 12" long x 3" wide.
Telehandler measures approximately 2" high x 8" long x 4" wide.
Contains 246 pieces.
Tear up the trails on the awesome Moto Cross Bike! This tough-as-dirt LEGO® Technic 2-wheeler has lots of authentic features, like chain-drive, working pistons, front and rear suspension and knobby tires. This cool 2-in-1 model is just like the real thing!
Rebuilds into a racing Speedway Motorbike with front suspension, rear suspension and engine with moving pistons.
Measures approximately 6" high x 12" long x 4" wide.
Speedway Motorbike measures approximately 5" high x 11" long x 4" wide.
Contains 253 pieces.
Get ready to push heavy loads with the awesome LEGO® Technic Bulldozer! This tough 2-in-1 model is packed with realistic details, including a massive working blade and powerful ripper, wide moving tracks and a detailed engine with moving pistons. Let's get to work! Rebuilds into a powerful Trench Digger.
Bulldozer measures approximately 5" tall x 11" long x 6" wide.
Trench Digger measures approximately 4" tall x 11" long x 5" wide.
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North Posey football coach Gengelbach retiring at end of school year
He guided the Vikings for 42 seasons, including 2A state runner-up finish in 2005
When Joe Gengelbach came to North Posey High School, he never dreamed he would stay for 44 years.
"I never thought of that. It's just unheard of," said Gengelbach, who was the Vikings' head football coach for the past 42 years, posting a 256-193-1 record. "In coaching there is a time you have to move on, whether you want to or not. Sometimes you have to move. I'm glad I didn't have to ever make that decision. It's been a wonderful fit."
Gengelbach announced his retirement on Tuesday, effective at the end of this school year.
"I just thought it was time," said Gengelbach, who guided the Vikings to the Class 2A state championship game in 2005. "I've been very fortunate to have been at this great place for 44 years (overall). This is time. I still feel good and have the opportunity to some things with family and my wife, who was maybe put on hold a little bit. There was no major reason other than that I felt this was a good time to close out a career. Our administration and the kids and the community have just been unbelievable."
Last fall, North Posey finished 10-1, losing to eventual regional champion Mater Dei in the sectional semifinals.
Gengelbach, 65, is a Tell City High School product. He played four years for the University of Evansville, graduating in 1969. He led North Posey to six Pocket Athletic Conference championships, plus four sectional and regional titles and the semistate championship in '05. In addition to 2011, Gengelbach also had an undefeated regular season in 1996. He was inducted into the Indiana State Football Hall of Fame in March 2000 and has coached 43 all-state players. Gengelbach also served as North Posey athletic director from 1980 to 1994.
He felt fortunate to have four assistants with him a long time. Paul Rynkiewich served under Gengelbach for 31 years and Mike Kuhn 30. Kevin Gengelbach, Joe's nephew, and Patrick Rose, have been his assistants for 17 seasons. Although Gengelbach won't have any input in appointing his successor, he said one of those assistants deserve a shot, if that is what they want.
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When the job at hand requires more grunt than a standard 1500 pickup truck can manage, those in the know call on the big guns from GMC, namely the 2014 GMC Sierra HD. Available in both 3/4- and 1-ton configurations, the Sierra HD has the muscle and frame strength to tow, haul and push objects that would leave lesser trucks burning up transmissions and dropping driveshafts. Beyond its numerous cab and axle configurations the Sierra HD also includes the Denali trim that brings a touch of sophistication to this working-class pack mule. Similar trucks from Ram and Ford offer roughly the same features and abilities, as well as resale, leaving the choice of getting a GMC purely up to buyer perception and preference.
If you need to haul big payloads exceeding 10,000 pounds or conventionally tow up to 18,000 pounds, the 2014 GMC Sierra HD has you covered. The Denali trim should hold special appeal for those who use their work truck as a daily driver.
While the Sierra HD is powerful, it's not the king of the hill. The Ram 3500's 30,000-pound max towing capacity is off the charts, and its styling both inside and out is more modern than the Sierra HD.
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For 2014, the gasoline-powered GMC Sierra gets a new standard 4.10 rear axle. The previous 3.73 axle remains optional. Also new are an available spray-in bedliner and the expansion of the bi-fuel gas/CNG 6.0-liter V8 to the 2500 model line.
Driving Impressions With its powerful 6.6-liter Duramax turbodiesel V8 hard at work under the massive hood, we discovered our 2014 GMC Sierra 2500 HD had no trouble at all towing a 10,000-pound...... trailer. A viable option to the gas V8, the turbodiesel churns out a healthy 397 horsepower and an even more astonishing 765 lb-ft of torque. For those taking notes, that's more horsepower but less torque than the Ram HD and less horsepower but more torque than Ford's Powerstroke diesel. As the towing and payload wars heat up, Ford's F-450 and Ram's 3500 currently take top marks for max towing, yet the Sierra beats the Ram in the area of conventional towing and payload. In our extensive testing of the complete Sierra lineup in rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive iterations, we found all the trucks exhibited a firm yet comfortable ride, acceptable steering feedback and excellent stopping power.
A feature we really came to love is the diesel powertrain's "smart" exhaust braking. The system works by progressively restricting exhaust output, which in turn helps slow the truck via engine-compression braking.
Offering a cleaner-burning alternative to gasoline, the bi-fuel CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) engine offers the ability to power the 2014 GMC Sierra HD with a readily abundant domestic resource. The lofty $11,000 premium might turn some away, but with CNG running under $2 a gallon, the savings over the long haul might prove fruitful.
The 2014 GMC Sierra HD Work Truck (WT), SLE and SLT interiors are designed to function seamlessly with a wide range of conventional truck duties. But despite the cabin's utilitarian intent, most trims come nicely appointed with adequate materials' quality and fit and finish. While it lacks the bounty of storage bins and compartments found in the Ram and Ford HD trucks, the 2014 GMC Sierra HD nevertheless has a number of useful storage ideas for everything from laptops to the errant tool. On the luxury front, Denali variants feature a distinctive brushed-aluminum trim, leather upholstery and soft-touch materials on the upper dash.Exterior
The imposing look of the Sierra 2500 and 3500 HD trucks is set off with a massive 3-bar chrome grille flanked by the nameplate's signature stacked headlights. For better engine cooling, the raised power-dome hood incorporates a functional set of louvers. The upscale Denali trim is distinguished by its color-keyed bumpers, 4-bar grille with chrome mesh inserts, and matching lower grille design. If you are on the fence between a half-ton and a 3/4-ton truck, it's worth noting that the load-in height (distance from the ground to the top of the cargo bed floor) is over five inches taller with the HD version.
GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 HD models are available in regular-cab, extended-cab and crew-cab body styles as well as four trim levels: Work Truck, SLE, SLT or Denali. SLE models include a CD player, air conditioning, power windows and driver's seat adjustment, while SLT trims feature heated front seats, Bluetooth connectivity and fog lights. Top-level Denali versions include ventilated and 12-way power-adjustable front seats, a Bose premium audio system and power-retractable side mirrors. Occupant safety consists of six airbags, a full complement of electronic stability systems and OnStar emergency/concierge services.
Given the Sierra's limited rear visibility, the optional rearview camera tops our list of recommended add-ons. Also on the menu is a feature-laden convenience package comprising power-adjustable pedals, rear sonar proximity sensors designed to help guide you into tight park spots with audible warnings, and a slam-proof EZ-lift and lower tailgate (SLT only). Seeing as the available touch-screen navigation unit is a bit long in the tooth, technophiles who want the latest and greatest in multimedia will be better off with the F-250's optional MyFord Touch infotainment system.
Every 2014 GMC Sierra HD features a standard 6.0-liter Vortec V8 with cam-in-block variable valve timing (VVT), which provides more power at high rpm and better fuel efficiency. For jobs requiring a significant amount of power there's the recently overhauled Duramax turbodiesel that produces an earth-moving 765 lb-ft of torque. As a bonus, the Duramax powerplant is compatible with B20 biodiesel. Like most of today's clean diesels, nitrous-oxide emissions are reduced by means of a Selective Catalyst Reduction after-treatment system, which uses urea-based Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) as a cleaning agent. While the DEF tank needs a refill every 5,000 miles, urea-based solution or AdBlue, as it's known, is available at most major auto parts retailers.
6.0-liter Vortec V8
360 horsepower @ 5,400 rpm
380 lb-ft of torque @ 4,200 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: NA
6.6-liter turbocharged diesel V8
397 horsepower @ 3,000 rpm
765 lb-ft of torque @ 1,600 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: NA
In base Work Truck form, the 2014 GMC Sierra 2500 has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of just under $31,000, with the 3500 series tacking an additional $1,500 to the bottom line. The 2500 and 3500 Denali trims come in at around $48,000 and top out close to $65,000. Adding 4-wheel drive to the mix will set you back an extra $3,000. The Ford Super Duty and Ram HD each share a similar price range with the 2014 Sierra HD. To get a better idea of what others in your area are paying for the GMC Sierra HD, take a look at KBB.com's Fair Purchase Price at the bottom of this page. Like its heavy-duty challengers, the 2014 Sierra HD is expected to maintain average 5-year residual values.
To compare current market prices, check out KBB.com's car classifieds to view the new and used GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab vehicles for sale near you.
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By Miz Jane on Tuesday, May 05, 2015
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 500overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Pros: "Love to drive her!"
Cons: "Wish it had an SSD in dash to store music/data."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"This truck is ever-ready & dependable. The ride, comfort + conveniences (options) are outstanding. No other brand pickup compares to the performance & comfort of this particular model GMC in this price range (perhaps, the Denali) but that seemed a bit too posh to venture out in on jaunts over rugged terrain. A very sensible yet elegant ride - a GMC Professional Grade pickup, indeed! Handling and operation of this 2500HD is a cinch - the installed technology (options) provide added assurance & safety. Gas mileage is as was expected 13 mpg city/19 mpg hwy. No complaints so far."
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By stockman1187 on Friday, April 17, 2015
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 16,000overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "Quiet, capable, comfortable"
Cons: "Base V6 not up to serious loads"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I now have 16,000 miles on my 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4x4 All-Terrain Edition and can give a decent review. I purchased it with 3k miles on it and saved a bundle over the cost of a new one. This is my first GMC. I have owned Chevy, Dodge, and Ford. My last one being a 2004 F-150 XLT Crew Cab that had almost 200K miles when I gave it to my son. Hopefully this one will do as well. I looked at all the competition and the GMC seemed to offer the biggest bang for the buck. Mine has the SLE package, 20" wheels and the All-Terrain package which includes most everything I can ever imagine needing and much more luxurious that I am used to in a truck. I have a BMW and this is honestly better equipped. It has been flawless as far as reliability of the vehicle. No issues at all. My biggest regret is not shopping around for a 5.3 engine version. This one has base 6 cyl and it is lacking for power when trying to haul a heavy trailer. Without a load the engine is fine but if you're going to haul, definitely look for one with the V8 engine options. Some have complained the headlights are weak but they seem fine to me. The sets seem a bit thin on padding but I have covercraft seat covers that include ¼ foam and they made a huge difference in long trip comfort. The lack of rear vents for the heating and AC seems to be the most foolish design flaw I have noticed. Kids in the back complain and BTW-kids are the only ones that will be comfortable in the back seat of the double-cab version. It's a tight fit for adults. My mileage has bested at 23.5 mpg highway over a 350 mile run. My average per tank has been about 17 with mixed driving. My Ford averaged 14. Not a huge improvement but not terrible for a full sized truck. The bright side for shoppers looking for a used truck, the depreciation hit seems larger than Fords for the first year or two so you can get a good price if you shop around. I live in Virginia and went to Michigan to get this one and the savings we well worth it. Now if I can just quit spending on accessories…."
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By jkautz on Thursday, April 02, 2015
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 12,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Pros: "Stylish exterior, quiet interior, smooth/powerful"
Cons: "Rear passenger ventilation"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I have had my truck for almost a year now. I have around 12k miles, and the truck is practically flawless. First off, one thing this truck should of come with is rear passenger ventilation. Believe it or not, the trucks giant cabin does not come with rear vents. The interior is a major upgrade over previous models & the exterior styling speaks for itself, especially the Denali option. The Duramax 6.6 liter turbo-diesel combined with the Allison transmission provides the best value for your dollar. The cabin is quiet, the technology is vastly improved, the engine is powerful (397HP, 765ft-lb torque), and the ride is extremely smooth in comparison to other HD trucks. The Duramax diesel option is fully capable for towing just about anything, and rates as one of the best in its class. This is a truck you can plan on keeping for a looong time. A truck you can pass down to other generations of family that will last."
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PC said have not driver and something bad happened.
Many folders gone included recovery backup folder.
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While I connect HD2 with my PC at home (Win7)
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Happy hump day! It's What I Wore-Fashion Over 40 and today I'm styling a puffy vest. I purchased this plaid shirt from LOFT and I'll be honest, I like it, but I don't think pink is my color. Good to know!! I've struggled with styling it. I finally styled it with a black puffy vest from […]
What I Wore-Fashion Over 40
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Fashion Over 40-What I Wore
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Fashion Over 40-Winter Fashion
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How To Dress The Hourglass Body Type
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I'm having a lot of fun with these posts! Today we're looking at the Hourglass Body Type. This is the body type that is full of curves. I can't help but picture Marilyn Monroe when I think of the Hourglass shape. Here are the characteristics of the Hourglass Body Type. Do any of these describe you? (Added […]
Fashion Over 40-Daily Mom Style
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I'm beyond excited to have Jo-Lynne guest posting for my Fashion Over 40 post today! She is an amazing blogger and I'm a huge fan of her blog. Please make her feel welcome and say hello to her. Then hop over to Musings of a Housewife where I'm guest posting for her! I'm so excited […]
Winter Clothes For Women Over 40
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Today I'm sharing winter clothes for women over 40. Basically, I'm trying to share something other than jeans and boots. One of the trends I love in winter clothes, is mixing patterns. While this picture might be a little extreme for me, I am wanting to incorporate some mixed patterns into my wardrobe. {source} In […]
How To Dress The Banana Body Type
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To begin the new year, I'm talking about the different body types of women. To dress with confidence, we need to know what looks best on our body type. Remember God made each of us unique!
On Tuesday, we discussed the Apple body type. Today, we're moving on to the Banana body type. This is also referred to as the rectangle body type. (If I could pick, this is the body type I would want.)
Here are the characteristics of the Banana Body Type. Do any of these describe you?
- Your shoulders, waist and hips are all about the same width
- You have a small- medium bust
- You are balanced and your waist is not defined
- You tend to put on weight in the stomach especially after menopause
Here are some guidelines on what the banana body type can wear. Remember these are only guidelines and they're a good starting point.
As a banana body type you will want to create more curves to bring out your feminine side. You can do this by wearing clothes that help define the waist.
- Wear tops and jackets that emphasize the waist
- Wear a belted coat
- Strong blocks of color help define your body
- Tops that are boat neck or scooped neck look best. Highlight with a statement necklace.
- Jackets that taper and end right below the waist create curves. A belted jacket is the best.
- You will likely look good in A line dresses and pencil skirts
- Loose dresses with waist defining belts
- Skinny jeans will look good on your body type
- Slightly flared trousers will also look great on you as it will add more shape to your body.
- For shoes go with the rounded look in flats and pumps
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Fashion Over 40-Winter Outfits
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Happy Hump Day! Well, today I'm sharing some winter outfits and can I just say the weather has been brutal. Fashion has not been as important as survival!
For some reason the theme color this week seems to be tan. I have no idea why except again, I was trying to stay warm!
Tan cardigan-Kohl's (similar here)/Black long sleeve shirt-Marshall's/Scarf-Target//Calvin Klein skinny jeans-TJ Maxx/Black Boots-Target
This cable knit cardigan is not slenderizing at all but boy is it warm! It's perfect to wear when you're running errands and don't want to drag a coat around with you.
Cable knit sweater-Marshall's/White long sleeve shirt-Kohl's/Floral Scarf-Target/Colored Jeans-Ann Taylor/Brown boots-Marshall's
Several of you have asked about my winter coat. I'm practical when it comes to a coat and I wear a black coat I purchased several years ago at Macy's when they were having an after Christmas sale. It's the Via Spiga brand.
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Winter Work Clothes For Women Over 40
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One of the great things about after Christmas, is all the sales on winter clothes. Courtney (my daughter) and I spent some quality time together and did some shopping.
After reading through your comments from the survey many of you wanted to see some clothes that you could wear to work. Jeans are not an option.
I work two days outside the home and my work clothes consist of scrubs (I'm a dental hygienist). But I do like to dress up and so I'm going to be more consistent in showing you those outfits.
This time of year I love a turtleneck because our weather is cold. This is a simple but classic winter outfit.
Black turtleneck-Kohl's/Merona pencil skirt-Target/Black boots-Marshall's/Gold earrings-Francesca's/Gold bracelet-JC Penney
I love the ankle pant and I thought these pants could be worn well into spring with a different blouse.
Blue sweater-JC Penney/Ankle Pant-JC Penney/Metallic flats-Marshall's/Necklace-Stitch Fix
I also styled this outfit with short black boots.
Last week, I saw another fashion blogger wearing a gold top, brown pants and leopard print shoes. I knew I had similar items in my closet so I put them together.
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Author has written 30 stories for Juvenile Orion, Final Fantasy VII, Kingdom Hearts, Pendragon, Fullmetal Alchemist, Galerians, Devil May Cry, Xenosaga, and Gorillaz.
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Interests: As this is where I'll be writing my fanfiction, let me list my fandom interests. :D
Here's the list of fandoms I've written fanfiction for, considered writing for, or am currently writing for (or am even STRUGGLING to write for despite my better judgement… XD) :
Johnny the Homicidal Maniac
Invader Zim
Fullmetal Alchemist
Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo
Samurai Champloo
Juvenile Orion
Priest (a manwha by Min Woo Hyung)
The Final Fantasy Series
The Kingdom Hearts Series
The Devil May Cry Series
Pendragon by D.J. McHale
The Sandman Series, or really, anything Neil Gaiman has written.
There are probably MANY more fandoms I've considered, but I can't think of them now. D:
SO if you like my writing, and if you like any of these fandoms, keep an eye on me! :3
Also, you can find me at other places all over the internet! Feel free to visit me and say "hi"!
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WILLARD - The Willard community has spoken regarding what it feels Willard City Schools needs to do to improve its facilities.
Now, members of committees within the Willard City Schools district will sort through the comments, and narrow them down to two or three master plans.
Nearly 200 people attended a community meeting Monday at Willard High School, designed to educate local taxpayers about the district's partnership with the Ohio School Facilities Commission (O.S.F.C.)
"This is an unprecedented opportunity for us to partner with the state," school board member Rod Cok said.
Jack Kousma, a member of the district's building advisory committee, agreed.
"It really is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to participate," he said.
The commission administers the state's comprehensive kindergarten through 12th grade public school construction program. Through the assistance program, Ohio schools can apply for a state guarantee for a loan to the governing board of the community school from a bank chartered by the U.S. or the state. The guarantee cannot exceed $1 million for owned improvements or $500,000 for lease-hold improvements and cannot exceed 15 years.
Through school districts' partnership with the O.S.F.C., deteriorating, overcrowded and inefficient school facilities are renovated or entirely rebuilt toward 21st century standards. The emphasis is on classrooms and labs, not spaces for extra-curricular activities.
The organization assesses, among other things, the age and condition of a building and its compliance with codes.
The O.S.F.C. pays for a portion of a building's project, based on a district's equity rank. This number is determined by dividing the district's total property valuation by the number of students attending the district.
In Willard's case, the state will fund 59 percent of the cost of one or more building projects. That will leave Willard City Schools to cover the remaining 41 percent. The district's share of the cost would likely come from a bond issue.
District officials are unsure about the cost of a project; that will depend on the master plans. What school officials do know is the district's overall valuation could be lower than the listed $203 million due to the state's phasing out of the tangible personal property tax. That could mean the district's share of a building project's cost would be lower.
Doughty has asked O.S.F.C. director Michael C. Shoemaker to consider redoing the equity list and subsequent rankings using actual district valuation representative of what the tax payers will be paying.
"We're fighting for you," Doughty told those present at the meeting. "We're fighting for our community."
Kousma said he was impressed that so many people came out on a snowy night to attend the meeting.
"I think we definitely have a caring community," he said.
The community will gather next at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 18, when school officials present one or more master plans, based on input from Monday's meeting. February's meeting will take place at the high school.


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Stafford to return in Sabres' lineup tonight
The Sabres are expected to be without leading goal-scorer Thomas Vanek (left leg) tonight, but head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed this afternoon following morning skate that right winger Drew Stafford (concussion) has been cleared to play, and will make his first appearance in this Stanley Cup Playoffs series tonight for game three.
Stafford, who put up 14-20-34 totals for Buffalo during the regular season, was suffered the concussion in a collision with Ottawa's Andy Sutton (of recent "are you an expert?" fame) in a 5-2 win on April 10. He had been ruled out of Saturday's 5-3 loss, but traveled with the team here to Boston. Ruff said Stafford was "80 to 90 percent" on Saturday.
"We were racking him up to play for Saturday, and the test results didn't go our way," Ruff said. "The conditioning we put him through in some of the practices, you know, contact, battle drills, so we got a little bit of a head start on that."
-- Ruff calmly stonewalled questions about Vanek's availability tonight.
"No," he said bluntly when asked if there was any update on his progress.
Asked to elaborate, Ruff replied, "Same as yesterday. No step back, but no progress."
-- To nobody's surprise, goaltender Ryan Miller has been named one of three finalists for the Vezina Trophy today, along with Phoenix's Ilya Bryzgalov and New Jersey's Martin Brodeur.
Miller, the MVP from this past February's Olympics, is the odds-on favorite to pick up his first such hardware on June 23. His goals against average (2.22) and save percentage (.929), both career bests, were outdone only by his opponent in net tonight, Boston's Tuukka Rask. He was also top five in the league in saves (third, 1,948), wins (fourth, 41) and shots faced (fourth, 2,098).
There is also chance Miller could become the first goaltender to win the Hart Trophy since Capitals netminder Jose Theodore did it for Montreal back in 2002. He'd be the first Sabre to win the Hart since the legendary Dominik Hasek won them back to back in 1997 and 1998.
Miller was deferential to his defensemen when asked about the Vezina nomination.
"It's a great honor," Miller said. "It represents a hard-fought season with my teammates, I think. It's one of things where, to be considered one of the four or five best goaltenders in the league, you've got to have guys around you that care and work hard to make the plays around you a little bit easier. I think that's been one of our most improved areas this season."
-- Following Saturday night's performance, there has been repeated talk about how much the Sabres ought to adjust their gameplan. Miller, for one, thinks the change is minimal at best.
"There's small things, clean up our zone a little bit, get rid of some of the puck control," he said. "Other than that, I mean, from my point of view, I felt like...not that the Bruins didn't work hard, but I thought that they got three or four fortunate bounces into the net. That's hockey, though. So I don't think we should look at it like we had complete breakdowns."
-- Games at the TD Garden are always a bit of a homecoming for Buffalo's Mike Grier, a Holliston native who attended St. Sebastian's and later Boston University. And with the atmosphere expected to be lively tonight, he's been dishing out pointers to the youngsters.
The craziest he's ever seen things? A Lakers-Celtics contest back at the old Garden.
"Some of the Beanpot stuff was good, but you know, mostly memories basically from basketball, from Lakers-Celtics," he said. "All the chants and everything, it was pretty crazy."
Grier, by the way, was a Lakers fan back then, and was particularly fond of Magic Johnson. He's converted this way since, though, and is a big Kevin Garnett fan.
- Amalie Benjamin, Globe Bruins reporter
- Fluto Shinzawa, Globe NHL reporter


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YOUR own stem cells could help deadly bacteria hide in your body - a discovery that could inspire new treatments for tuberculosis.
Over 2 billion people are infected with TB. Typically, the bacteria lie latent inside balls of immune cells, or granulomas, in the lungs. Carriers get sick when the immune system is taxed further - by HIV, for example - freeing the bacteria.
Gobardhan Das and colleagues at the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology in New Delhi, India, found that in infected organs of mice with TB, but not in healthy mice, immune cells called T-cells are suppressed. Crucially, this suppression was not via any known immune-regulating cells.
The granulomas were in fact being guarded by mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), which normally form fat and bone (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, DOI: 10.1073/pnas.1007967107).
Nitric oxide secreted by MSCs appears to repel T-cells. It's the first time stem cells have been caught abetting an infectious disease, says Das. If these MSCs can be manipulated to disrupt granulomas, he says, the immune response should kill the TB bugs.
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Significant flight disruptions are likely in Germany on 27 March after service-sector union Verdi called for industrial action by airport staff.
Employees of the airports in Cologne-Bonn, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hannover, Munich and Stuttgart are planning to walk out until 14:00. The warning strike follows wider industrial action by German service-sector workers over recent weeks.
Lufthansa has cancelled nearly all domestic and European flights at its Frankfurt and Munich hubs, but also expects disruptions to long-haul services.
Flights by its low-cost arm Germanwings and regional divisions in Munich are due to operate on schedule, although there could be delays, Lufthansa says.
Hamburg airport expects disruptions only for domestic flights as the majority of its ground operational staff and security personnel are employed on contracts that are not part of the pay discussions with Verdi, the airport says.
As Lufthansa is not part of the negotiations either, the strike "once again demonstrates the powerlessness of the German legal system to shield non-involved parties from the effects of pay disputes", says the airline's chief officer corporate for human resources and legal affairs, Bettina Volkens.
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Hayden's arrest is of course just the latest example of both the out-of-control racial profiling and stop and frisk tactics of the NYPD and; its targeting of Anti-Police Terror Activists.
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By Tom Hayden
Treva Brandon Scharf: Confident people don't bash themselves; they don't let negative thinking and self-loathing screw up a good workout or undermine their progress.
Edward Wasserman: The larger question, to me, was less why she did what she did, but why everybody seemed to care so much, and why her case provoked so much anger.
Joe Mathews: But with immigration flatlining and the climate drying up, it may soon be.


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Speaking via video conference from a California safe house for sex trafficking victims, a 19-year-old woman told a federal judge in Charleston on Thursday about her experience with the man she said prostituted her when she was 17.
"It was a horrific experience and he's robbed me of my innocence, my self-worth, my soul, and my confidence," she said. "He's a predator."
Booker Vanderhorst, 66, of North Charleston, was sentenced to four years and nine months in prison by U.S. District Judge Michael Duffy.
Vanderhorst pleaded guilty to two counts in January in connection to the trafficking case.
The woman in this case told Duffy she is undergoing therapy at the San Diego safe house and is working to receive her high school diploma.
The Post and Courier does not identify alleged victims of sexual assault or their relatives.
The woman said she is suffering from psychological and physical effects from her experience, including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, Hepatitis and HPV.
The A-21 Campaign, a nonprofit advocacy group with an office in Charleston, paid for the woman's trip to the California safe house, according to court officials.
Between July and August 2012, Vanderhorst was operating the Variety escort service when he met the girl, who was a minor at the time, and on several occasions drove her to locations where she performed sex acts for pay, according to prosecutors.
Afterwards, Vanderhorst and the girl split the money, prosecutors have said.
"She worked under his control and his guidance," Assistant U.S. Attorney Nathan Williams said during his January plea hearing.
Vanderhorst's attorney, Ann Walsh, questioned why Vanderhorst was the only one charged in the case after the victim said there were three other people involved as well.
Williams said they investigated everyone they thought was involved and went forward with the evidence they had in the case prosecuting Vanderhorst.
Vanderhorst, who spent much of his life in New Orleans, moved to Charleston with his mother after Hurricane Katrina, he told the judge.
While taking care of his mother, Vanderhorst said he started his escort business in the Lowcountry in order to spend more time at home.
"In 2012, something awry," Vanderhorst told the judge.
His cousin, Edward Brown, who spoke during the hearing, said he didn't want to trivialize what the victim had gone through but said he didn't believe it was fair to blame Vanderhorst for all her misgivings.
Before handing down his sentence, Duffy called it a difficult case and said there are no winners in this scenario.
"It's fair to say and it has been admitted the victim did not start out on the wrong path by Vanderhorst, but he took great advantage of a vulnerable person," Duffy said.
Williams said the woman in this case has come a very long way since they started their investigation.
The woman, who became emotional through much of her statement to the judge, said she hopes to rebuild her life, grow as a person, and hopes her story saves other women.
"I was trafficked," she told the judge. "This shouldn't happen in America."
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Curating your own stories
Posted by: Howie2.0 on Aug 08, 2011
Tagged in: Twitter , storyful , storify , interfaces , flickr , Facebook , curation , Blogs , aggregators
With so much information all over the place, it can be frustrating to remember where you saw what. One of the solutions to this problem is curating information and bundling it into a multi-source package stream like services such as Storify and Storyful.
Storify is a free tool that allows you to search multiple social networks from one place and select the elements you want into a single information stream. You can drag anything into this stream from photos to tweets and even videos – to round off a story. You can login with Twitter which is convenient.
Storyful is also a free tool which allows you to choose information and graphics from across social networks and separate the important news from the other rubbish on the web. You need to create a separate account to login which is unfortunate but not a train-smash.
Both allow the dragging of information into your news stream from:
- Flickr
- YouTube
- RSS feeds
- Both also have blogs
Storify allows you to drag information from other Storify sources and various websites. It is optimised for Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and is going to be available for the iPad and similar soon. It is aimed at journalists, bloggers and experts.
Storyful allows you to get information from Creative Commons too. It is aimed at journalists specifically and those interested in journalism generally.
Storify (right)
- Blue and white interface
- Instructions on the page
Storyful (left)
- Orange and white interface
- Instructions on separate pages
Which one would I choose?
Both services are free and relatively simple to use. I would pick Storify over Storyful if for nothing else than the more user-friendly interface (saves time) . These services are of course not the only ones but I find many have the same ideas. The services are useful and interesting to play with and can be read like a visual-graphic RSS feed. The sourcing of information from all over social networks and making it available on one page saves the effort of opening many tabs on your browser and scrolling the night away.


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