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actual PE 250 --- easy short
probably 50 or 60 million by 4 o'clock. The accounting stinks!! Where was this info 2 yrs ago. This will only get worse.
BABA is an accounting fraud. Just a matter of time til it goes the way of Enron, Countrywide, Lehman, etc.
Bush explanation sounds even more fishy
Can't wait to hear the BS at the press conference tomorrow/
If that isn't fishy, what is? The house of cards is collapsing.
the jig may be up
the scam continues
$45 hahahahahahahaahahahaha never again dumbo in a million years unless we have 100% inflation hahahahahahahahahahahahahha
in the coming market correction
We hit $100 soon if market stays where it is
read the article, moron
Gilead Sciences: 'We Remain Positive' Despite Hepatitis C Decision, Leerink Says
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Despite the events of today, given Gilead's comments and a review of Merck's position, we reiterate our initial position that the ultimate impact on Gilead will be minor…We continue to expect that any damages awarded in this case will be relatively modest, the equivalent of a single-digit royalty, significantly less than the 10% Merck was seeking. In spite of whatever damages the jury awards Merck, Gilead has already indicated that it will appeal. Should both parties agree to settle to avoid continued litigation, Merck will likely need to come down significantly from its initial demand of 10%. Alternatively – as we noted before – should the courts compel Gilead to pay or reserve for this liability, the amount is likely to be equivalent to a low-to-mid-single digit royalty on US sales. Accounting for our recent model updates, every 100 basis points of royalty translates to approximately $0.24/ share, including $171mm in retrospective cash obligations and $167mm in future royalty obligations through the current US patent life of the later to expire (February 2027). Should the court or two parties agree to a 5% royalty, the total cash obligation on prior sales of Sovaldi and Sovaldi-containing combinations would be $854mm ($0.64/share), and the present value of the royalty obligation on US sales of Sovaldi and Sovaldi-containing combinations (weighted for value) would be an estimated $730mm ($0.55/share), a combined value of $1.18/share…
Gilead's confidence in its position – as well as its historical performance defendin
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In the September/October 2010 issue of IEEE Software Hakan Erdogmus discusses the differences between Earned Value Management and current agile practices such as burn down charts. His conclusion is that while similar these two concepts are not the same.[1] I do not agree, I think burn down charts and all that is merely a special case of EVM.
I do agree with one thing though, calling the budgeted cost of a work item its "value" is a misnomer.
[1] H. Erdogmus, "Tracking progress through earned value," Ieee software, iss. 5, pp. 2-7, 2010.
abstract = {This article explains the concept of earned value for tracking progress in software projects. It discusses the benefits and limitations of earned value. The earned value approach deserves more attention from the software development community in contexts where planning and estimation is part of the culture. The presence of a point of reference against which to compare progress introduces additional metrics that better known techniques do not incorporate. Although these additional metrics are not applicable when plans and estimates are absent, earned value can still be used with proper adaptations.},
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title = {Tracking Progress through Earned Value},
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Design a binary up/down mod 6 counter. If the input c = 0 then
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A new addition to the tough and rugged miltary inspired line up. These models are representative of some of the best of the analog/digital G-Shocks. With their all black coloring (band, case, bezel and buttons), negative LCD (with red digits) and module number printed on the band loop, these models have a stealth military look and feel that is also fashionable.
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Between 3 and 8% of women have PMDD, a severe form of PMS with depression-like symptoms.
"For the three days leading up to my period, I was suicidal, anxious and irritable. I'd have fits of rage; I felt unglued. Then, I'd get my period and I'd be fine," says Jennifer, who asked us not to use her last name. Her psychotherapist suggested PMDD two years ago as a possible cause for her mood swings.
PMDD is like PMS's bigger, badder sister. It's another way of saying very severe PMS, says Dr. Samantha Saffy, a psychiatrist in Vancouver. In order to get a PMDD diagnosis, you need to experience the disorder's depression-like symptoms—mood swings, irritability, anger, feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, insomnia and a decreased interest in usual activities—more months than not. They should occur in the week leading up to menses, then improve after your period starts.
It can be difficult to get a diagnosis. Jennifer had been to three physicians with no luck. But just knowing PMDD exists might be helpful. "Often, being aware of your condition through education can help ease symptoms," says Dr. Tanya Tulipan, a psychiatrist specializing in reproductive mental health in Halifax. "If you know that certain days of the month will be more challenging for you, you can plan around them to minimize stress. Healthy habits such as getting adequate sleep, exercising regularly and eating healthily are known to ease symptoms, too." Cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness can also help, but "if none of these strategies works, your family doctor can suggest an antidepressant that you can take continuously or even just for the week that you have your symptoms," says Dr. Tulipan.
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Learn how feng shui techniques can declutter your home and create positive space in your life.
Do you want to bring happiness, good fortune and wellness into your life this year? Turn to the positive energies of feng shui as your guide. The ancient Chinese art of living in harmony with your environment can help spruce up your home and simultaneously create balance and joy.
Bridget Saraka, the Saskatoon-based owner of Feng Shui by Bridget, says the practice offers life-changing benefits. "Feng shui is about creating a space that's not only pleasing to your eye, but also pleasing to all your senses, so that your home supports and enriches your life," she says. "How we live has a profound impact on what our experiences will be. When you apply feng shui principles to your home, you can attract a great new year."
If your home is cluttered, dimly lit and has poorly arranged furniture, feng shui principles state that your life will be filled with obstacles and present few opportunities for growth. As a result, your job, relationships, finances and health can become stagnant. By making a few small changes, you can revitalize your space and your life. Here are six simple tips to get started:
1. Make your front door visible to receive blessings
In feng shui, a hard-to-read house number or a blocked walkway to a door will prevent positive energy from entering the home. "Have an address that's easy to see from the street and a path from your front door into your home that isn't cluttered with obstacles," says Saraka. "If the universe can't find you, how can fortunate blessings find you?"
2. Add colour for good health
Taupes and other neutral colours are popular in home decor, but they might contribute to low moods and energy levels during Canada's long, dark winters. "They're the wrong colour palate for Canadians because many of us suffer from seasonal affective disorder," says Saraka. From a feng shui perspective, these colours absorb the winter light, leaving Canadians feeling depressed and directionless.
To boost health and energy, start by painting your walls. "Choose a colour that's warm yet still reflects light – soft yellows, soft greens – colours that give a feeling of the sun and nature," says Saraka. "Green makes all colours pop, plus it's about life, vitality, growth and new vibrations." If you can't afford to paint, use colourful accessories—accent pillows, throws, live flowers, lighting in dark corners—to ignite powerful energy shifts in your home. "It's the easiest and most affordable way to do it," says Saraka.
3. Edit your belongings
Clear the bad vibes that accompany clutter. "Go through your home with a keen eye to what no longer serves you. If you haven't worn or used it within a year, donate it," says Saraka. "If it's broken and you're not going to repair it, remove it from the space. This editing practice opens up your home so you have room to experience a new chapter." Items that hold upsetting memories should be removed, too.
4. Let indoor plants and water bring prosperity
¨Want to attract wealth this year? Bring plants and a water fountain into your home. "Jade plants and fountains are symbols that represent wealth and finance in feng shui," says Saraka. Your health may also benefit from plants and flowers inside the home. "They purify the air," says Saraka, "And as you nurture the plant, you're nurturing yourself."
5. Position furniture for safety
If you don't feel safe and comfortable in your home, your furniture placement might be to blame. "Feng shui is first and foremost about comfort and safety," says Saraka. "Make sure that the largest piece of furniture in any room is in a position where you can see the door. If the sofa or head of the bed is against the same wall as the door, you can't see who is coming in. This creates a sense of vulnerability."
6. Use essential oils to attain happiness
Essential oils can help clear negative energy and add happy vibes to your home. "Put distilled water in a spritzer bottle, add three to six droplets of oil, and then spritz the air," says Saraka. If someone has been ill, Saraka recommends a blend of frankincense and cinnamon. ¨"To infuse a space with joy, use rose and orange essential oils. Rose is about love. Orange is about joy. So you're infusing joyful love into your space." Essential oils can be purchased from most health-food stores.
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(Photo courtesy of Evergreen Beauty & Wellness Centre)Reflexology is more than a foot massage. Pressure is applied to specific parts of the foot which correspond to other parts of your body. My attendant, Monika, managed to erase my lower-back pain by focusing just on one side of my foot. That's medicinal magic in my book. Of course, after a full day of hard hiking the Bruce Trail up in the Blue Mountains, my feet were hurting and my hamstrings were super tight. Monika's magical hands chased away that discomfort. And the plus side of a massage treatment in Chinatown, you're in the best part of Toronto to enjoy incredible (and authentic) Chinese food – also at budget prices. Happy feet. Happy tummy.
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Air mouse? You read that right. Logitech's new MX Air mouse, priced at $149 USD, is the first mouse that lets you use it on the desktop, then pick it up and wave it around like a remote control. While this design may sound odd to desktop-jockeys who remain seated in front of their screen at all times, it's something that HTPC (home theater PC) users have been lusting after for years.
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Every time Logitech introduces a new mouse design, we think to ourselves, "That's it! There's nothing left for them to create. This one does it all!" We thought that when they released the first optical mouse, then the laser mouse, then the mouse with removable weights, and also with the VX Revolution. And while it may be getting tougher to innovate on the standard desktop mouse, the company has now bridged the gap between its desktop mice and its HTPC (home theater PC) remotes with the MX Air.
The MX Air caters to users who need both on-surface mouse functionality and free-floating in-air use, which is mainly for those with an HTPC system. Prior to the MX Air, HTPC users were forced to choose the lesser of two evils by either buying a remote, which is not ideal for controlling a PC-based UI, or a cordless mouse, which is a pain since you need a flat surface to use it, and most couches are not flat (and nobody wants a mouse on their coffee table). Gyration is a company known for producing the in-air mouse, but surprisingly, they are often not included with Media Center/Windows Vista based systems; they seem to cater more towards the hardcore HTPC user.
The package is surprisingly stark: you get the mouse, a USB receiver that is the size of a stick of gum, and an AC charger. When the batteries are full, the Logitech software reports that you have "five days" of usage. You can check the battery level by plopping it down into its charger, or by hovering your mouse over the Logitech icon in the system tray, where a pop-up tells you the battery condition (as well as if NumLock is on or off, which is odd). You can also turn the mouse off via a small switch on its belly.
The mouse uses Logitech's laser technology, and with its 800 dpi it's not "gaming" accurate, but more than adequate for 99% of most computing tasks. Its design is ambidextrous, and you can switch left with right mouse buttons via the included software, which you must install to enjoy full functionality of the mouse.
Perhaps the coolest feature of the mouse is that it ties into all of the most popular media applications, including iTunes, Winamp, WinDVD, Internet Explorer, Opera, Firefox, and more.
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Installation is as simple as plugging in the USB dongle, and installing the Logitech software, which requires a reboot to be implemented. Then you open the software menu, adjust settings to your liking, and you are off mousing.
When using the MX air like a traditional mouse on a flat surface, there are a few new tricks you have to learn. First, rather than using a scroll wheel, it sports a scroll surface that you brush your finger along to scroll up and down. It's sensitive to the speed of the brush too, so if you give it a light brush it'll scroll just a few lines, but whip your finger along it and the page will zoom up or down very fast. A cool "clicking" noise emanates from somewhere inside the mouse too, which is awesome. It's not perfect though, and sometimes a light flick will send the page zooming downward. Let's just say this new mousing technique requires a little getting used to before you're completely comfortable with it. You can also scroll by pressing down on the upper or lower part of the bar.
The biggest issue with the lack of a scroll wheel is that middle-click functionality is lacking, and this is a problem for those of us who use that button to open web pages in new tabs in Firefox.
Aside from the scroll surface and left-right buttons, there is a back button, a select button which performs a left click, a play button that stops and starts playing songs when a media application is open, and a volume button. We re-programmed the Play button to open a big on-screen menu that allowed us to play, pause, mute, shuffle and totally control iTunes, which is fantastic. You can even adjust the size of the menu between small, medium and large. Pressing the volume button opens a small onscreen slider that you move by waving the mouse left or right. It works perfectly too, and is very easy to use.
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Pick the mouse up though, and it turns into a remote control that works up to 30 feet away. You are encouraged to flip your hand around and hold it like a remote too, as there's no need to left-click and right-click from the air usually since the select button performs a left-click. One very cool feature is that when you pick it up the cursor changes to an extra-large arrow, which is vitally important and greatly increases visibility (you can turn this feature off as well, but you'd be silly to do so).
Once in the air, the mouse tracks perfectly, and you can even adjust the sensitivity as well. The only problem we experienced was once in awhile the mouse cursor would wander over to the edge of the screen, even if we were pointing the mouse directly at the center, so we had to move the mouse over to the edge of the screen, line it up with the cursor, then move it back to center. A "center cursor" button would be handy in these situations. It's also interesting that the MX Air points correctly regardless of the orientation of the mouse, not that you'd ever flip it upside down to use it, but it works regardless. And you don't have to physically lift your mouse hand up to go up. You just tilt it upwards and the mouse moves. The in-air pointing is very intuitive and works exactly as you would expect.
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Though it takes a bit of getting used to, the MX Air is a very well-designed mouse that delivers on the promise of offering the best-of-both-worlds. The MX Air is both an excellent mouse and a fantastic remote control. It's very expensive, however, and a lot of people might balk at its price tag. If you're willing to cough up the cash, it's the peripheral of choice for HTPC folks. If you're just using it at your desktop however, the benefits of air navigation are negligible at best.
• Elegant design
• Good battery life
• Slick multimedia controls
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New Jersey tax receipts fell $254 million short of Governor Chris Christie's fiscal 2012 budget forecast, according to a nonpartisan report on year-end figures.
The 12-month total through June was $25.4 billion, or about 0.8 percent less than the $25.6 billion estimated by Treasurer Andrew Sidamon-Eristoff in May, David Rosen, the Legislature's chief budget officer, said yesterday in a memo. He said revenue from 14 major tax sources rose 2.9 percent from fiscal 2011.
Christie, 50, dismissed the memo as "blatantly political," in comments to reporters in Haddonfield. The first-term Republican said some receipts still haven't been counted, and that the budget officer's figures aren't credible. A report from Rosen last month said collections were as much as $540 million less than targeted.
"The Democrats want to continue playing these political games and justifying their unwillingness to give tax relief to people," Christie said. The party controls the Legislature.
The figures from Rosen, which reflect year-end accounting adjustments, aren't official until the state's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report comes out later this year. Rosen said that while some revenue still hasn't been counted, the figures in his report make up about 88 percent of all receipts.
The governor has traveled the state touting a "Jersey Comeback," an economic-recovery plan that includes tax relief. Democrats didn't include levy rollbacks in the $31.7 billion fiscal 2013 budget, as they weren't certain whether revenue would meet the governor's targets, according to party leaders.
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Christie's plan projected a surplus of more than $600 million in the current fiscal year, which began July 1.
Assemblyman Vincent Prieto, a Democrat from Secaucus who leads that chamber's budget panel, said Rosen's figures showed "a disconcerting trend."
"The shortfall means this year's budget starts with $254 million less than anticipated, requiring even higher growth than was already assumed by Governor Christie to meet his targets," Prieto said in a statement. "Unfortunately, we have yet to see any signs of such a so-called comeback, despite the constant spin that budget shortfalls have been tackled."
Income-tax receipts, at $11.1 billion, were $208.7 million more than estimated. Sales levies produced about $7.95 billion, or $99 million less than projected in May.
"This revenue significantly underperformed expectations during the last three months of the fiscal year," Rosen said of the sales tax. Receipts from it rose 2.3 percent from 2011.


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Vertical Fin.
I made the vertical fin from 2mm Depron, and added some details using some 1mm, and 3mm bits. This along with a Dave Browns Carbon Fiber Tape strip to reinforce was a grand total of 0.4g. By sealing and sanding, it went up 2/10th's of a gram to 0.6g. Looks good and seems light enough for the benefit of the charm it has.
Archiving process as I go.
So here is a record of the way I progress in assembly, and the weight changes as I Go.
1. Nose cone, by itself. 0.2g
2. Nosecone and cockpit sections, roughed and ready. 0.5g
3. Looking at the freshly glued sections needing trimming, sanding, and sealing.
4. Sanding to finalize the blending and surface finish. 0.4g
5. Add Polycrylic sealer and final sand to get a paintable surface. 0.5g
So no real gain or loss going from rough state to all but finished state, sealed and ready for painting. There will be minor work after gluing, and of course a hole will be cut for cockpit access and/or hatch.
Took the tail pipe and thrust/fan tube:
1. Seperated, I used a rolled paper strip to help align while gluing.
2. Once glued together, needing shaping. Note large step caused by the former I left out on initial cutting. 1.1g
3. The very end was a bit easy to squish and caused a small crack. I glued a strip of Silkspan '000' grade, with 50/50 Tightbond II, on the inside of tailpipe, 5/8" deep, and once dry it was very strong, little weight gain.
4. After final shaping, the Silkspan reinforcement, sealing and final sanding, ready for paint. 1.1g
Again rough to finish foam removal and shaping, but add a bit of finishing touches left the weight the same as when I started. OK with that until foam weighs nothing at all.
So wraping up component weights the intake and collector sections weighed 1.3g.
Placing all the sub-assembly on the scale (minus Fin) we are at 6.3g, so adding fin will bring us to 6.8g. This is ready to assemble and sealed so ready to paint.
I laid everything on the bench, mocked up, before proceeding. One photo is with the 1/48th scale profile version. They are the same size, but the full fuselage version looks bigger, doesn't it?
More EDF work, power tests, good results.
So I got the Flyzone 7mm (Black) motors I ordered. It has a 1mm shaft size which was larger than the Air Hog motors. So off to make a different tiny prop adaptor so I could mount a home made rotor.
The adaptor fits the 1mm shaft, has a 2-56" threaded prop shaft, and weiged in at 0.2g, so it is also lighter than the first one I had made. This time my attachment nut (aluminum) has a rounded tip to hopefully maximize RPM.
I love it, I love it, i love it nice job dude!
Freddie, have a stock number on the motor? I need a few for my micro G2
Thanks minimicrorc and MustangAce17,
There isn't too much interest in 20mm EDF I'm guessing as there once was. But I am glad you are enjoying the build so far. Getting closer......
Tower is a great source for the Flyzone motors, here is a direct link :
I'll post some more test results soon. I am guessing that there is a 23% increase in the output using the new motor!
[B]Edit: [B]Post #68 above added photos of the micro prop adaptor that only weighs 0.2g
New rotor, higher output.
If you remember I had made a 4 blade rotor, then a 6 blade rotor and tested them using an Air Hogs 7mm motor. Output was averaging 7g-8g of thrust, which is the same results UNGN got using the BIM 4 blade rotor.
Fast forward since I got the hotter Flyzone 7mm motor, and made a smaller, lighter prop adaptor, I also need a new rotor since the hole in the rotor needed to be smaller. I am also happy with the final weight at 0.2g.
I also learned a bit doing the previous work, and altered the design of the new 6 blade rotor to get more performance out of it. This rotor is so close to the shroud walls that you can not even slide a piece of paper between the balde and the shroud. No touching or rubbing and blowing on the fan makes it spin like a free wheeler!
Hand fitting was worth the effort. If you look at the blank, there are two referance circles that I used to do the fitting and filing to get it dialed in. If Kevon is watching, maybe this will help in developing a more agressive BIM rotor, maybe a 6 blade rotor in the lineup also .
Final 22mm EDF ready for implant
So recap the old Air Hog setup was average of 7,6g thrust, using 0.6A, and 2.43 watts. This number could vary slightly as I tweeked the 4 and 6 blade rotors, but getting 6g-8g of thrust seemed sporadic and un-reliable, the whole time pushing 0.5A - 0.6A. The Air Hog motor was showing 1,8 ohm on the voltmeter.
The new Flyzone, 7mm, 1.1 ohm motor immediately showed boosted power. Run up with only the prop adaptor mounted to the shaft, to check rotation direction, caused a hot, burning rub on the fingertip. SWEET. So look at the photos, I got a good close fit and everything mounted. I tweeked the blades until I got a good balance of thrust and amperage draw.
So the motor needs to stay below 1A. We have an 0.8A(+) current draw, 3 watts output, and pushing 9.7g thrust on the scale. Yes, 9.7g. SWEET. (For a 22mm, brushed, 7mm setup) I think it's great. If I push it any harder I would worry about running it too close to the 1A limit. We are within about 10-20% of the limit, good enough since I don't want to fry the motor too quick.
The way I see it, going from 0.6A (2.43 watts) to 0.8A (3.0 watts) was roughly a 25% increase in thrust WOT, with roughly 35% more power consumption . Typical is the power goes up more than the thrust/output near the high end. So for me, I think this is the optimum setup without worrying that somethig is going to break.
My intended 100mah, 20c LiPo is only at under 45% of rated discharge capacity, so we should be good to go. Maybe a lighter, smaller cell is in order, but I am too cheap to go buy more cells to experiment unless I knew of one that is truely superior.
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Freddie B,
First, VERY nice build. Been under the radar and just checking it out. Second, I'm still into the 22mm EDFs. I'm just running hotter setups with the Ammo 1015 on 3s. Third, you're proving a point, I was looking at. Hot wired Micros!!! I just love what you're doing. I think more planes, outside of the traditional box construction, can be modeled. Hope to do a build or two myself in the future.
By the way, the hot wire table at the beginning of the thread, is it good for cutting accurate foam blocks? I tried another one and the table was warped. Big disappointment.
Second I just love that term, "Hot wired Micros!!!" Got a ring to it, and you get credit for coining the saying.
Third the Brushless setups you are doing is great, but I wanted to try this lightweight method and brushed is going to be lighter. Maybe smaller too???? Anyway it can be adapted and compared to the brushless setups as a next step (for me!). I also hope to catchup to where you are at one day, and my new order from BimRC should arrive soon!
As far as the table goes, I guess the best way to describe it is that it is worth $40.00. I can make new wires using 30gage steel wire found by unraveling picture frame wires, and "I" lets (eyelets? Spelling?) from the sewing section at Walmart. All wires undercut (kerf?) and hand control means everything (mine shake and jitter), so I have to post sand everything. But it is sure handy and the work goes quick. My deal is I know I need practice, practice, and more practice.
Thanks again.
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Big news from the Garden State yesterday: the New Jersey Senate voted to raise the minimum wage! Specifically, the Senate approved the bill passed by the Assembly in May, which would raise the state's minimum wage from $7.25 to $8.50 per hour and adjust it annually to keep pace with the rising cost of living. Once the Assembly approves a technical amendment to the bill to change the effective date (expected to occur in mid-December), it will be sent to Governor Christie.
This is an important step forward for hundreds of thousands of minimum wage workers in New Jersey, most of whom are women. Today, full-time minimum wage earnings of $14,500 a year leave a mom with two children thousands of dollars below the federal poverty line. Raising New Jersey's minimum wage to $8.50 per hour would mean an extra $2,500 per year, which could make a real difference for women and families struggling to make ends meet.
New Jersey's economy would also get a boost from a minimum wage increase. Low-wage workers are likely to spend additional income quickly, so more dollars would flow into local businesses – and that means more jobs. The Economic Policy Institute estimates that raising the minimum wage to $8.50 per hour would generate $278 million in economic activity in New Jersey in the first year following the increase, creating close to 2,500 jobs.
With such important benefits – and no evidence to support contrary claims that a minimum wage increase would cost jobs – one might assume that Governor Christie would be eager to sign the bill as soon as it gets to his desk. Unfortunately, the governor has said in the past that he would not support a bill that has the minimum wage rise with the cost of living – even though the cost of living in New Jersey is one of the highest in the country.
Indexing the minimum wage for inflation is essential to help ensure that the buying power of the minimum wage does not erode as it has over the past decades; indeed, if the minimum wage had kept pace with inflation since the 1960s, it would be more than $10.60 per hour today. Perhaps that's why a recent poll showed 76 percent of New Jerseyans support both raising the state's minimum wage and tying the wage to inflation.
If Governor Christie won't sign a minimum wage increase into law, the legislature has a back-up plan: an amendment to the state constitution to raise the wage to $8.25 per hour and index it for inflation. If passed by the Senate and the Assembly, the amendment could be placed on ballot in November 2013 and adopted by popular vote without any action by the governor. (The state Senate also passed the proposed amendment yesterday; a vote is expected in the Assembly in December.) But Governor Christie should not stand in the way of a measure that has such clear benefits for his state and widespread support from his constituents. Let's hope a constitutional amendment is not necessary to raise New Jersey's minimum wage.


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Would this damned party never end?
In the softly lit anteroom of his friend's palace, Sheikh Hassan Al Abbas let out an irritated breath and turned to the man standing a few deferential paces away from him.
'Do you think there's any chance I could just slip away and leave them to get on with it, Benedict?' he demanded, knowing only too well how his loyal English aide would respond.
There was a pause. 'Your absence would almost certainly be noticed, Your Highness,' answered Benedict carefully. 'Since you are one of the most esteemed guests present. And furthermore it would offend your oldest friend if he knew that you could not be bothered to stay to wish him happiness on the night of his engagement.'
Hassan's fists clenched against the unaccustomed lounge suit which clothed his hard body, hating the strictures of collar and tie. He wished he was wearing soft and silken robes against his naked skin. That he was galloping free on his horse, with the warm desert wind blowing against his face. 'And what if I believed deep in my heart that such a wish would not only be futile but hypocritical?' he iced back. 'That I think Alex is about to make the biggest mistake of his life?'
'It is often difficult for two men to see eye to eye when it comes to the subject of women,' answered Benedict diplomatically. 'Particularly regarding the subject of marriage.'
'It's not just his choice of fiancée I don't agree with!' Hassan said, unable to contain the frustration which had been growing inside him since his oldest friend, Prince Alessandro Santina, had announced that he was to marry Allegra Jackson. 'Though that is bad enough. Even worse is that he has abandoned the woman to whom he has been betrothed since he was born! A woman of noble birth, who would make a far more suitable bride.'
'Perhaps his love is too strong to be'
'Love?' interrupted Hassan, and now he could feel the bitter lump which had risen in his throat like a ball of nails. A brief yet undeniable pain clenched at his heart. For didn't he know better than anyone that 'love' was nothing but an illusion which could wreck lives with its seductive power?
'Love is nothing more than a fancy name for lust,' he bit out. 'And a ruler cannot allow himself to be guided by the stir of his loins or the beat of his heart. He must put duty before desire.'
'Yes, Highness,' said Benedict obediently.
Hassan shook his head in disbelief, still unwilling to accept that his high-born friend had let his standards dip so low. 'Did you realise that Alex's future father-in-law is some grubby ex-footballer with a long list of wives and mistresses he has been publicly unfaithful to?'
'I had heard something along those lines, Highness.'
'I cannot believe that he is willing to marry into such a disreputable family as these Jacksons! Did you see the way they were behaving at the ball? It turned my stomach to watch them quaffing champagne as if it was water and making fools of themselves on the dance floor.'
'This woman Allegra cannot possibly become the wife of a Crown Prince!' Angrily, Hassan slammed the flat of his hand against an adjacent table and its delicate frame juddered beneath the contemptuous force. 'She is a trampjust like her mother and her sisters! Did you witness the spectacle which brought me seeking refuge in here, when the sister with the voice of a crow stormed the stage and attempted to sing?'
'Yes, Highness, I saw her,' said Benedict softly. 'But the Crown Prince has made up his mind that he will marry Miss Jackson, and I doubt whether even you will be able to change it. And should you not now return to the ballroom before your absence is commented upon?'
But Hassan was not listeningat least, not to his aide. He raised a hand for silence, his ears straining for the whispering of a sound. His body tensed. Had he heard something? Someone? or had the recent harsh months spent in battle meant that he suspected danger lurking everywhere? Yet he could have sworn that the room had been empty when he'd come searching for an escape.
'Did you hear something?' he questioned as he felt the instinctive pricking of his skin.
'No, Highness. I heard nothing.'
There was a brief silence before Hassan nodded, feeling some of the tension ease from his body as he allowed himself to be reassured by his aide. This might be the worst party in living memory, but at least security was tight. 'Then let us return to this mockery of a reception. Let me see whether I can find anyone tolerably attractive enough to dance with.' He gave a sardonic laugh. 'A woman who is the very antithesis of Allegra Jackson and her vulgar family!'
With this, the two men swept from the softly lit room, while from her hiding place behind a carved chest in a corner of the vast chamber, Ella Jackson wished that she could open her mouth and scream with rage and frustration.
How dare he?
Waiting for a few moments to check that he really had gone, she stretched limbs which were cramped from sitting still for so long. Greedily, she sucked great gulps of air into her lungs because she'd had to keep holding her breath in case she was discovered. For a moment back then, she'd been sure he was going to find her. And something told her that she was lucky not to have been discovered by that arrogant beast of a man who had been so insultingnot just to Allegra and Izzy, but to the entire Jackson family.
The other man had called him 'Highness'and judging from the way he'd been calling all the shots, he had certainly sounded royal. His voice had been deep and faintly accentednot the kind of voice you heard every day. It had also sounded bossy and proud. Could that have been the powerful sheikh everyone had been banging on about? The groom-to-be's oldest friend, who had been expected at tonight's party and anticipated with the same kind of breathless excitement which might have greeted a movie star? uncomfortably, Ella rose to her feet. The beads of her elaborate dress were pressing painfully into her skin and her wild tangle of curls was desperately in need of a session with the hairbrush. She would have to do something drastic to repair her appearance before she thought about returning to the general scrum which was her sister Allegra's engagement party to the Crown Prince of the Santina royal family. Even though she would have happily given a month's salary not to have gone back into that ballroom.
Wasn't it ironic that she had slipped away from the party for precisely the same reason as the sheikh? The moment her sister Izzy had staggered onto the stage to sing, Ella's heart had hit her boots and she'd wanted to curl up and die. She loved Izzy. She didbut why did she have such a penchant for making a complete fool of herself? Why sing in public when you had absolutely zero talent?
Ella had slunk into this darkened anteroom and instinct had made her crouch down behind the concealing bulk of the chest when she'd heard the sound of approaching footsteps. There had been the sound of the door quietly clicking shut and then someone uttering a short, terse expletive. And that's when she had heard the damning words of the accented man as he had torn her family to shreds.
Yet hadn't he only been speaking the truth? Her father did have a long list of women he'd been intimate with. He had two ex-wives at the last count, and one of those he'd married twice. Plus all the mistresses on the sidesome of whom were reported in the newspapers and some whom he'd managed to hush up.
Hadn't her own mother's life been blighted by her hopeless longing for a man who seemed to be incapable of any kind of fidelity? Her sweet, foolish mother, who'd never been able to see any fault in her errant husband, which was why she had been his bride twice over. And why she let him treat her like a complete doormat.
If ever Ella had needed to know how not to conduct a relationship, she'd never needed to look any further than the example set by her own parents. And hadn't she vowed that she would never, ever let a man make a fool of her like that?
She reached down and picked up her handbag, extracting the wide-toothed comb which was the only implement which could ever come close to taming her soft but wayward curls. Dare she risk putting a brighter light on in here?
Why not? The outrageously opinionated sheikh didn't sound as if he was in any danger of coming back. He was probably subjecting some 'tolerably attractive' woman to a dance. Poor her, Ella thought with a genuine trace of sympathy. Imagine dancing with someone who had an ego as big as hiswhy there would be barely any room left on the dance floor!
She clicked on a light which illuminated the regal splendour of the vast antechamber and hunted around until she found a mirror recessed in one of the alcoves. Stepping back, she surveyed herself with critical eyes.
Her silver-beaded dress was a little on the short side but it was extremely fashionableand such a look was essential in Ella's line of work. Her rather flashy clients expected her to reflect their values, to make a statement and not fade quietly into the background. As a party planner catering to the nouveau-riche end of the market, Ella had decided to cash in on her family's notoriety by working for the kind of people who had plenty of money, but very little in the way of generally accepted 'taste.'
She'd quickly learnt the rules. But then, she was a quick learnerit came with the territory of being a survivor, of having lived with scandal and notoriety for most of her life. If a glamour-model bride wanted to arrive at her wedding in a dazzling diamante coach, she expected the woman organising the event to dazzle in a similar way. So dazzle Ella did. She'd got that down to a fine art. With her trademark slash of scarlet lipstick accentuating her wide mouth, she wore the on-trend clothes which so impressed her clients. She turned heads when she needed to.
But all that was for show. She kept the real Ella locked away where no one could find her. Or hurt her. Underneath the dazzling exterior, when she was dressed down and chilled out at home, it was a different story. There she could be the person her family had always teased her for being. Bare of makeup, wearing old jeans and a T-shirtsometimes with paint underneath her fingernails. She wished she was there right now, instead of having to endure the longest evening of her life. A night she would never have believed could happen.
A member of her family was marrying into one of the Mediterranean's oldest and most revered royal familiesand the knives were out. Hadn't she just heard for herself, via the arrogant sheikh, how the entire Jackson clan were being judged and found wanting? Weren't the sly eyes of various members of the press watching every move they made, to report with glee how ill-equipped the Jacksons were to mix with the aristocracy?
Well, Ella would show them. She would show them all. Their cruel comments wouldn't get to her because she wouldn't let them. She bit her lip, for once feeling vulnerable about the charges which were always levelled at her and her siblings. She worked hard for her livingshe always had doneand yet her Jackson surname made people pigeonhole her. They thought she just lay around all day, drinking champagne and generally whooping it up, and yet nothing could be further from the truth.
Raking the comb through her red-brown curls, she checked for any stray smudges of mascara and then applied a final, defiant coat of scarlet lipstick.


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This restaurant seems like the spurned younger sibling of the popular, higher-profile, David Tang-founded eateries Island Tang and Kowloon Tang. Inconspicuously located on the second floor of the Cosmo Hotel near the Happy Valley Racecourse (note: not the Cosmopolitan Hotel; some dining companions confused the two), it's all too easy to pass this baby by. But if you do, you're seriously missing out—because the food is incredible.
Chiu Chow cuisine is known for tender roasted meats that have been marinated for ages in a soy sauce-y mixture, and Chiu Tang serves up some of the juiciest goose around, along with pork belly and pig's ear among other proteins.
But there's more: prawns encrusted with fried taro; an eggy oyster pancake; a huge cauldron of fried rice laden with pork, taro and peanut bits. Each dish was tasty and somehow homey, too, even if the city of Chiu Chow is not your hometown and the restaurant feels somewhat formal. Unlike the other Tangs, which have open-plan seating and pretty elaborate décor, Chiu Tang consists of five understated private dining rooms decorated in black, including one with a tricked-out karaoke lounge attached.
Despite the rather bare-bones setting, there are little touches that feel luxe, like tea served out of a large metal cistern and vinegar and fish sauce that sits on the table in bottles with crystal stoppers. Though a seating for two is possible, this place is perfect for a dinner party that can order a dozen dishes to share. Reserve at least 24 hours ahead.


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Don't miss one of McHenry County's biggest celebrations, now in its 34th year. The Wednesday before Thanksgiving, Parkside Pub in Huntley comes alive with revelers celebrating this nutty occasion. Featuring bands, beer and lots of turkey testicles, thousands of visitors from around the region kick off the holiday season under a huge heated tent just 3 miles north of I-90. Shuttle service is available from many locations around the area. And hotel rooms are available, if needed. This is a 21 and older event -- valid ID required.
Autumn Drive in McHenry County
Welcome to a different kind of fall festival! Spend a leisurely day with family and friends on the country roads of McHenry County. Family farms in rural McHenry County open to the public for three days the third weekend in October. Each stop along the way offers a unique country experience with antiques, arts & crafts, pumpkins, apples, pottery and more. Pick up your map at 16105 Garden Valley Road, Woodstock, then start exploring.
Olde England comes alive in Historic Downtown Antioch with lifelike figures representing scenes from the Dickens Era. The Dickens Holiday Village is back and the handcrafted Dickens characters made by our volunteer artists will bring a Public Art Program that is free for everyone to enjoy! Antioch will proudly displayed 45 Dickens characters for people to tour. Each character has a plaque describing the scene and also serves as an educational tool for students. Take a self-guided tour with one of our Dickens Walking Brochure Maps or reserve a tour guide for groups of 24 or more. Plus there is plenty of Dickens Fun for everyone in November and December. You may enjoy Dickens Teas, an Antioch "Oliver" dog afternoon, Dress like Dickens event, and much more.
This annual craft show features the works of more than 300 crafters and artists displayed in booths, buildings and tents at the Boone County Fairgrounds. This show has a reputation for featuring hand-crafted, quality, original work. Vendors go through a juried application process, enabling us to provide you with an outstanding display of folk art, wood carving, dried florals, pottery, painted and appliqued clothing, jewelry, fine art and much more.
An ideal family outing for fall! We deeply cherish family, so we have loaded our farm with as many fun things for you and your family as we can fit (and we have a big farm!). With all of our attractions, when you come to The Pumpkin Patch, you can be sure that that special day out with your family will be a day you will always hold dear.
Come out, take a stroll and shop for fresh produce, flowers, herbs, spices, baked goods, and a myriad of other products. Also enjoy live entertainment including local musicians, a pet parade, a scarecrow building contest and comprise the market. Please visit the website for more information.
"Shades of Autumn" is the annual fall festival at Stade's Farm & Market. Located in McHenry County in northern Illinois, Shades of Autumn is a great place to bring the whole family to enjoy nature's bounty, plus great entertainment, during the most beautiful time of the year. During Shades of Autumn, you can experience a day on the farm filled with family fun and forever memories.
Off Square Music - Open Mic Nights
Off Square Music is an organization of volunteers who wish to share the folk music art with others in many different ways. We invite the public to be a part of the experience during Open Mic Nights on the second and fourth Fridays of every month* beginning at 7:00 p.m. at Stage Left Café in the Historic Woodstock Square. *Open Mic Nights will be held on the first and third Friday in August.
Now in its 39th year, this festival hosted by the McHenry County Historical Society and Museum features Civil War re-enactors along with live music, old-fashioned cider making and barn-raising demo. Bakery items, kettle corn, antique clothing and white elephant items will also be available for purchase. During the festival, the museum, the Gannon 1843 log cabin and the 1895 West Harmony one-room school will be open and free.
Off Square Music's Open Mic Nights
Off Square Music's Open Mic Nights take place on the second and fourth Fridays of every month (first and third Fridays in August) at the Stage Left Café on the historic Woodstock Square. The evening starts at 7 pm, offering seasoned professionals and up and coming artists an opportunity to showcase their talents. A featured performer anchors each open mic night.
Harvest Celebration Crush at Vigneto del Bino
Make plans to come out to Vigneto del Bino Winery's annual Harvest Celebration Crush. Enjoy discounts on wines, wine tastings, gift basket raffle, music from 4pm-7pm, food, stomping the grapes and make a T-shirt.
The Realm of Terror Horror Experience
If you have been looking for the craziest, most intense, extreme Halloween experience, you have found it. The Realm of Terror is the Highest-Ever rated Haunted House in Illinois, having been named #1 Haunted House by HauntedIllinois.com and HauntedHouseChicago.com, and has been featured in HuffingtonPost, The Chicago Tribune, The Daily Herald, Chicago Sun Times, WGN News & Radio and more. Needless to say: Leave the Kids at home for this one. Open Sept. 30, Oct 1-2, 7-9, 14-16, 20-23, 27-31.
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Money Smart for Older Adults - Senior Financial Fraud and Exploitation Presentation
The DC Elder Abuse Prevention Committee is sponsoring a financial fraud prevention presentation for District seniors. The presentation will be held at the Chevy Chase House, 5420 Connecticut Avenue, NW. The presentation will focus on descriptions of financial scams that target the elderly and methods to help the elderly self-protect themselves from scammers. The presentation will also provide portions of training from "Money Smart for Seniors," a financial education program developed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.


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Johnny Smith: I've been tutoring this boy named Stuart. In the vision, I saw him drown. But that's not the point. In the vision, something was missing.
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The element of surprise is one of the pleasures of being a CSA member. You never know what vegetables will be in the share from week to week.
So when chefs Michael Karkut and Derek Lathan of Graze restaurant took the challenge of cooking with a box of produce from Rosebank Farms, they found at least one ingredient they rarely encounter: kohlrabi.
Its a mild member of the turnip family and a vessel for other flavors, Karkut says. So the Graze team harnessed the vegetable for an Apple and Kohlrabi Soup.
Its almost like a potato soup, Karkut explains. It was fun to get it ... (and) something interesting for people to play with.
Karkut and Lathan are partners with house manager Bradford Bobbitt in the two-year-old restaurant, located in the same shopping center as Whole Foods. Karkut is from New Jersey and trained at Johnson & Wales University; Lathan is a Charleston native whose experience includes four years at The Trellis in Williamsburg, Va.
Their CSA box also included some summer-to-fall transitional veggies, such as cucumbers, zucchini, pole beans and plum tomatoes, which they turned into a interesting assortment of dishes.
Apple and Kohlrabi Soup
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 sweet apples, peeled and chopped
1 pound kohlrabi bulbs, peeled and chopped
21/2 cups vegetable stock
21/2 cups milk
1 bay leaf
Salt and black pepper
Toasted pistachios for garnish
Melt butter in a large pan with a lid. Add onions and apples and cook gently until soft, about 10 minutes. Add kohlrabi and cook 2 minutes.
Add vegetable stock, milk and bay leaf to pan, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 25 minutes or until kohlrabi is tender. Let cool a few minutes and remove bay leaf.
Puree soup until smooth. You may want to strain the soup through a fine sieve if the kohlrabi is especially fibrous. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Garnish with toasted pistachios.
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 eggs
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups grated zucchini
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon orange zest
Whipped cream for serving
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, spices and baking soda.
In a large bowl, beat eggs until light and fluffy. Add sugar, and continue beating until well-blended. Stir in oil, vanilla extract, zucchini, pecans, chocolate chips and orange zest. Stir in sifted ingredients. Pour into prepared loaf pans.
Bake for 50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean. Remove loaves from pans and cool. Chill before slicing. Serve with whipped cream.
Cucumber Kimchee
3 cucumbers
2 tablespoons minced garlic
4 tablespoons red pepper powder
2 chopped scallions
4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
Peel cucumbers and slice in half lengthwise. Remove seeds. Cut into ¼-inch slices. Add minced garlic, red pepper powder, chopped scallions, rice wine vinegar and sesame oil and mix together. Season to taste. Refrigerate to chill before serving.
Shrimp Gumbo
½ pound tasso ham, diced
2 small onions, diced
4 ribs celery, diced
8 bell peppers, diced
2½ cups dark roux (recipe follows)
2 gallons shrimp stock (recipe follows)
8 Roma tomatoes, diced
1 pound okra, sliced
½ pound pole beans, cut into desired length
Salt and cayenne pepper
1 pound shrimp, peeled (heads and shells reserved)
Tabasco sauce
A pinch of gumbo filé powder, or to taste
Cooked rice for serving
Garnishes (optional): fried okra and sauteed shrimp
Saute diced tasso ham. Render fat. Add diced onions, celery and bell peppers. Cook until soft. Add dark roux and warm. Add cold shrimp stock, diced tomatoes and okra and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer for 30 minutes. Add pole beans and cook for 5 minutes. Add salt and cayenne to taste. Season with Tabasco and gumbo file powder just before serving. Serve over rice with fried okra and sauteed shrimp.
Shrimp Stock
3 onions
3 bell peppers
4 roma tomatoes
1 bunch celery
2 large carrots
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
5 cloves garlic
2 pounds shrimp heads and shells
2 gallons water
Chop all vegetables. Add all ingredients to stockpot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for 30 minutes and strain. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Dark Roux
1 pound butter
3 to 4 cups flour
Combine butter and flour in saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until dark brown or the color of chocolate. Do not let the roux burn.


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Rachel De Barros to make guest appearance in the Covercraft® booth at the 2016 SEMA Show.
Gearhead Diva and All Girls Garage star Rachel De Barros will be making a guest
appearance in the Covercraft booth #23531 at the 2016 SEMA Show. On Wednesday, November
2nd from 1pm to 3pm, Rachel will be educating show-goers on Covercraft's new, innovative products
and entertaining with her enthusiasm and passion for all things automotive. Covercraft will
feature a variety of vehicles including the Fear One Hyundai Tucson and Finish Line Speed Shop
Chevrolet C10 Pickup. Guests will learn about some exciting new Covercraft car cover fabrics, seat
cover options and licensing additions. The SEMA Show is held annually at the Las Vegas Convention
Center and this year runs from November 1st - 4th.
About Rachel De Barros
Rachel De Barros is the host and executive producer for Gearhead Diva, a DIY car building community
and digital network producing edu-tainment style programming for today's social generation.
Weapons Grade Fabrication introduces The Gunner Steps
Introducing a new take on the classic side step, The Gunner Step! Fully boxed and seamless design gives it that one piece, billet look, as if it were machined from a solid block of steel. Manufactured for durability and longevity. Dimpled step plate for ultimate grip. Easy, non-invasive installation for most applications. Available in 1, 2 or 3 step configurations for most late model trucks and Sprinter vans.
Trigger Solid State Relay Switching System
Trigger Solid State Relay Switching System
Solid State digital relay circuitry for dependability and waterproof distribution panel and connectors; (2x 30 amp and 2x 10 amp fused circuits) included jacketed 12ft output cables & waterproof RF four gang switch control pod with backlit switches with magnetic mount/hard mount that eliminates the need to wire any of the switches! Freedom to mount your switches anywhere in your UTV/JK!
Also included is our Trigger Bluetooth control APP for iOS or android mobile devices/free download.
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Corona, CA 92880
Ph: 1-951-339-1460 www.aacbrands.com
SATAjet® 5000 B Aviator – Come fly with me!
Complementing the SATA theme for SEMA 2016 "Come fly with me", SATA are pleased to offer a limited edition version of their SATAjet® 5000 B with a unique and colorful coating finish. The design of this spray gun epitomizes the dream of flying, and celebrates the heyday of aviation – emulating the distinctive look of the great Pop Art artists.
Although this spray gun has a unique design on the body, the SATAjet® 5000 B Aviator is in fact a fully functional spray gun, which is perfectly suited to the conditions found in paint shops today. This special edition is available with either a sample set of three RPS disposable cups in all three sizes or with a reusable 0.6 l QCC hard cup. While the HVLP spray gun is offered in nozzles sizes ranging from WSB to 1.5, its RP counterpart comes in a range between 1.2 up to 1.8. Both are available in standard as well as digital versions.
DeatschWerks releases industry's first dual-stage fuel filter
DW releases industry's first dual-stage fuel filter
Oklahoma City – DeatschWerks is announcing the release of their new high flow in-line fuel filters. DW has taken an innovative approach in their filter development to accommodate the corrosive nature of today's modern fuels. The increasing popularity of ethanol-based fuels such as e10 and e85 has created well-documented challenges in fuel system maintenance. The new DW fuel filters feature an industry first dual-stage magneto-mechanical filter element. This provides an extra layer of protection by trapping contaminants of corrosion with a neodymium magnet prior to mechanical filtration.
Wheel Lock Key Bag Manufacturer @ SEMA Show
• The Simple but Effective solution to a problem often overlooked.
• Avoids the expense in replacing a lost Locking Wheel Nut Key.
• Bright color bag to be handed out to customers of new or used vehicles
• Easy to find by service technicians when needed.
• Easy to find by customer in the eventual case they need to replace a tire on the road.
• Inexpensive and The perfect useful gift for your valued customers. They will certainly appreciate it.
• Customized logo printing. An excellent promotional tool.
• Visit Us @ the 2016 SEMA SHOW in Las Vegas, Booth # 11185 in the North Hall.
MILWAUKEE – BOLT® Locks will host two special celebrity guests at BOLT's Booth #33199, located on the top floor of the South Hall at the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
Fishing enthusiasts won't want to miss Brandon Palaniuk, who since joining Bassmaster in 2011 has earned two Bassmaster Elite Series wins and qualified for five Bassmaster Classics. The professional fisherman will be signing autographs on Tuesday, Nov. 1 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in BOLT's booth.
For motocross and off-road racing fans, BOLT will host Jeremy "Twitch" Stenberg, a 17-time X Games Medalist in professional Freestyle Motocross and Lucas Oil Off-Road Truck Racing competitor. Twitch will sign autographs in BOLT's booth on Wed Nov. 2 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
BOLT Locks is known for its Breakthrough One-Key Lock Technology. BOLT's growing line of products includes cable locks, padlocks, receiver and coupler pin locks, as well as Jeep J-mount, spare tire and hood locks.
Hitch Starz®, Illuminated and Decorated Covers for Vehicle Hitches, to be Launched Soon
Hitch Starz®, Illuminated and Decorated Covers for Vehicle Hitches, to be Launched Soon
Los Angeles - California, September 11, 2016 - The hitch socket of a vehicle can also send out personality statements while doing the job of keeping the hitch clean and protected. Hitch Starz® LLC is a start-up firm with two (2) patents for aftermarket automotive products called Hitch Starz® and Bling Ring™ that are scheduled to be launched in October 2016. Both products will be on display at the upcoming SEMA 2016 Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, on November 1-4, 2016 (New Products Showcase & Booth #37248).
Ranch Hand will be at the 2016 SEMA Show, November 1 - November 4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Look for us at booth #33101 on the second floor of the South Hall.
At SEMA, the world's premier automotive specialty products trade event attended by more than 150,000 people and 60,000 domestic and international buyers, Ranch Hand will be exhibiting in the Truck, SUVs and Offroad, Powersports, and Utility Category.
We will be featuring a new 2017 Ford F-250, complete with our Legend Series Front and Back Bumper and Running Steps, as well as displays featuring our smooth steel Horizon Series Front and Back Bumper. In support of our new tagline, "Protect Your Truck," attendees will be able to see portraits, read stories, and view video of some of our customer testimonials. One of these dramatic stories will appear in the November 2016 issue of the SEMA Daily at the show.
Hopkinsville, Kentucky U.S.A. September 6, 2016—
Bed Wood and Parts, LLC, the #1 source of show quality, custom manufactured, wooden truck bed parts and accessories, is excited to announce the addition of our newest team member, Tiffany Heatherly, as Public Relations and Customer Communications Liaison.
"I am excited to join Bed Wood and work with the team, our customers and distributors around the globe" said Tiffany Heatherly. "There is an established path for solid growth of the business, both domestically and globally, and the opportunity is exciting to see Bed Wood move to the next level as it continues to be the leader in manufacture of hardwood pickup truck bed components."
According to Tiffany, "The most important thing in communication is to hear what isn't being said, to understand the customer needs through their emotions."


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Vaan's innocence hung by a thread when we left him the last time. But I forgot to mention Dalan, who fixes everything, even if he's not doing anything visible at all. Old Dalan is such a shady character that I didn't even get him on a screenshot.
Dalan lives in the lower city of Rabanastre, with his long white hair and mustache, along with a small harem of cute thieves, and a pink pet rabbit. Which he strokes over the fluffy ears while thoughtfully plotting, as far as we know, ways to stage everything that has already and will take place eventually. From the beginning to the end of Dalmascan history. Dalan is not surprised to see Vaan turn up after having been away for months. Dalan casually picks up a ransom note for Penelo, knowing all along that this would work out with everything else. Dalan has Basch' Dalmascian sword from the Knight's Guard - and just happens to know who it belongs to, and why Basch will want the sword now - and that Basch had just escaped prison, death, and execution, in that order - and will be motivated to use the knight's sword again. Dalan knows.
Dalan wears something that vaguely reminds me of traditional clothes somewhat similar to the kind you would run into in.. Andorra, Albania, Kurdistan or Nepal. ..er.. yeah. Any mountain-country with cold winters and warm summers, I guess. I think we're getting the explanation for Vaan's short west-design here as well. That it's actually the traditional clothes worn in Dalmasca back in the old days, before the large empires and the wars. Dalan's hair and beard is that of a holy man, and very deliberately so. Vaan comes to Dalan for advice. And Vaan leaves with a direction to walk towards, even though Dalan doesn't actually tell Vaan anything specific.
Everyone in the lower city treats Dalan as their spiritual leader, while they keep on with their business – perhaps slightly more honestly than they would otherwise? Always, always, expecting to hear Dalan turn up behind them, knowing their innermost secrets and shameful deeds. Dalan knows. Old Dalan knows all.
Dalan knows about the Strahl (read: "Beam" in German), Balthier's airship.
And Dalan knows where we're going with it, and probably exactly what we'll find in the Skycity of Bhujerba as well.
Penelo, on the other hand, doesn't seem to know anything. Or so she says..
And Vaan knows even less. The guy on the right is called Lamont. But is really called Larsa von Solidor. This is obviously very significant in all kinds of ways, which you can tell from how significant it sounds in the voice-over. Solidor. Sollidorrrrr. Enter the Imperial March.
Larsa is about.. 13 years old? And acts like he is 45, all the way until he finds something fascinating, at which point he's destroying the knees on his pants while crawling on the floor and chuckling like a madman. Completely normal kid.
He wears ruby ear-rings, a light but elaborate puffy shirt with sewn-in crests and triple bell-ends. And has a huge amulet hanging around his neck. Possibly, this getup says that he is all about custom and upbringing, courtesy and duty. The elaborate facade, the many visible symbols. And possibly the open design says that he is also honest about it without reservation. I wonder how Larsa will evolve further in the game, since he's already grown old before his time. So far he has saved the main characters from dying at least five times.
Fran, who rarely wastes words, thinks he is a gentleman. Balthier, as usual, has no objections to anything Fran says.
Hoho, oh, yeah. Now that is fantasy. Getting away with a comment like that!
But hold on a minute, who is this phony peacock on the right there? I can hardly recognise this laughable person in these ridiculous threads and leathers. Oh, but wait – I think I have an idea after all: the insanely styled hair, the inappropriately unbuttoned shirt. The thoroughly and incomprehensibly inconvenient leather straps that are not designed to be tied down, the utterly useless armor that shields against nothing - along with the silly grin! Masaka. Could it be? Could it really be that this is the famous..
Yes! It is the Basch Fon (sic) Ronsenburg! Of Dalmasca! Everyone is fooled, and Vaan's plan to:
1. Raise a racket and pretend Basch is not dead after all, which will upset the Empire, because he's supposed to be dead, but isn't for some incomprehensible reason.
2. To get captured by the resistance.
Which a) will bring them in contact with Bhujerba's Marquis, who is secretly working with the resistance against the Empire, but not really, and therefore will be having the resistance take care of the imposters (who they know are imposters) that could upset his position because Basch is actually alive after all, and b) let all of the party be captured again to u), w), and x) fake the Marquis' allegiance to the Empire (but not really) in order to z) cover for Ashe who is supposed to be dead, so she can be captured and then be allowed to vii) be freed again along with Penelo, who is actually not µ) captured, but simply escorted around by Larsa, because that makes complete sense.
3. Which then will allow Ashe to escape the Empire, who didn't actually capture her at the beginning, but half-way through the rescue operation, because she was supposed to have been dead too - to later again become captured by notorious pirates (read: Balthier), and escape Bhujerba without the Marquis losing face and influence with the Empire!
Soka desu! And Dalan had it all figured out on beforehand! That man is a genius!
The Marquis. Or, the Markisss, as everyone says, which probably would be a perfectly good pronunciation if Halim Ondore wasn't speaking with a middle-european accent, is the Marquis of the Skycity. The Skycity is some sort of free state in the Archadian Empire, even though it has an Imperial outpost, with a complement of Imperial guards.
It's at this point that we're introduced to the fact that the Empire isn't actually senselessly killing everyone all the time. There was a hint as well earlier on, when they called off the war when they took down the Dalmascan border-town. And that instead they are very much about political devices and means. To the point of utter, sheer word-addled absurd incompetence.
Ondore, steward of the Magicite-rich Bhujerba, is in the middle of this. And he is a shrewd and guarded character, calculated and ordered, but with a flair of rebellion. You can see this from his clothes, as usual - as you can see, he has a coat like an armor, that opens up slightly in the undone collar, that then continues with the unruly hair and the subtle smile.
"Marquis" is a funny word, by the way. It was a military station given to a person who gave marching-orders, typically in a province near a frontier. Then later it was just an office, for a bureaucrat or a noble. A title more than an entitlement or function.
Is there some parallel here to a Dumas character here as well? There was a character in "Ninety-Three" (as in 1793) who leads an insurrection to get the royals on the throne again. And this character was that sometimes ruthlessly powerful force, that the themes and personalities in the story revolve around. But he wished for a free republic after the revolution, rather than a total empire and control - or absolute royal rule. A new republic after the revolution based on emotion, dreams and human ambition, rather than order and law. Ondore seems like that character in some ways, even as he warns Ashe about moving too quickly against the Empire.
I wonder a bit about just how much thought Square Enix has given to composing all of this stuff. And how much better it all would have been if they had found a way to express it a bit better. Because honestly, Square Enix' writers are onto something very interesting by letting the villains be justified and virtuous in their own ways.
Hopefully there won't be too many evil twins turning up later on.
But before our bunch of heroic misfits can escape to the next adventure, Judge Ghis – for any amount of possibly very good reasons that I cannot really seem to understand – will try to kill Ashe all of a sudden. And everyone else closer than 100 km. By conjuring up some sort of vortex of magical fire from another realm of existence.
Then he expands the vortex with the grand and monstrous golden fan he's wielding as a symbol of his station, I think. That, as it would happen, doesn't actually work, and the vortex fizzles out. Judge Ghis bears the indignity like any other, while booming valiantly with his voice inside his huge extravagant armor. Until we knock his helmet off. And that, Judge Ghis cannot bear. And he admits near fatally shameful defeat and gray hair.
And that's that. We have saved the day and ruined Vayne's. All is well. And the plot-device we need to chase next is placed in an unreachable dungeon at the other end of a vast expanse we somehow can't cover by airship. Even though I've no idea how that object got there, or why we know where it is. And despite the fact that the object we're chasing was in Vaan's back pocket 15 minutes ago. It's ok if you cry, Penelo.
..or did that scene actually happen right before the boss-fight, but after the second triple-reversal plot-twist, thanks to Vaan's preternaturally bad sense of timing? Hm. I can't seem to keep track of it all for some reason..
Next: The Sea of Sand.