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An unnamed Sharp executive has allegedly said at a press briefing held in Osaka that the company is producing "adequate volumes" of those 4" IPS displays. According to an estimate by an analyst, Sharp is capable of producing about 6 million displays per month, which is almost on par with one of Apple's other screen suppliers - Japan Display, the production capabilities of which are estimated at 8 million. In addition, Apple is also using screens from LG Display, so a shortage of displays isn't very likely.
Still, no one can deny the fact that if you try to order an iPhone 5 from Apple's online store right now, you'll be warned that the device will ship in about 3-4 weeks, which is quite a lot of time. Are the factories building the phone responsible for the delays? Has Apple favored the retail stores as far as stock goes? No one currently knows, but hopefully those shipping times will soon get back to normal.
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Most athletes know to apply ice to an acute injury, like a sprained ankle, but aren't so sure when to use heat. The following guidelines will help you sort it out.

Acute and Chronic Pain

There are two basic types of athletic injuries: acute and chronic.

Acute Pain is of rapid onset and short-lived, or

Chronic Pain develops slowly and is persistent and long-lasting.

Acute and Chronic Injuries

Acute injuries are sudden, sharp, traumatic injuries that occur immediately (or within hours) and cause pain (possibly severe pain). Most often acute injuries result from some sort of impact or trauma such as a fall, sprain, or collision and it's pretty obvious what caused the injury.

Acute injuries also cause common signs and symptoms of injury such as pain, tenderness, redness, skin that is warm to the touch, swelling and inflammation. If you have swelling, you have an acute injury.

Chronic injuries, on the other hand, can be subtle and slow to develop. They sometimes come and go, and may cause dull pain or soreness. They are often the result of overuse, but sometimes develop when an acute injury is not properly treated and doesn't heal.

Cold Therapy with Ice
Cold therapy with ice is the best immediate treatment for acute injuries because it reduces swelling and pain. Ice is a vasoconstrictor (it causes the blood vessels to narrow) and it limits internal bleeding at the injury site. There is controversy as to whether continued application of ice results in a sudden vasodilation of the blood vessels (the hunting response) and if so, at what time this response begins and how often a cycle of constriction and dilation occurs.

To ice an injury, wrap ice in a thin towel and place it on the affected area for 10 minutes at a time. Allow the skin temperature to return to normal before icing a second or third time. You can ice an acute injury several times a day for up to three days.

Cold therapy is also helpful in treating some overuse injuries or chronic pain in athletes. An athlete who has chronic knee pain that increases after running may want to ice the injured area after each run to reduce or prevent inflammation.

The best way to ice an injury is with a high-quality ice pack that conforms to the body part being iced. Examples include ColdOne Cold Therapy Wraps and SnowPack Cold Therapy products. You can also get good results from a bag of frozen peas, an ice massage with water frozen in a paper cup (peel the cup down as the ice melts) or a bag of ice.

Heat Therapy
Heat is generally used for chronic injuries or injuries that have no inflammation or swelling. Sore, stiff, nagging muscle or joint pain is ideal for the use of heat therapy. Athletes with chronic pain or injuries may use heat therapy before exercise to increase the elasticity of joint connective tissues and to stimulate blood flow. Heat can also help relax tight muscles or muscle spasms. Don't apply heat after exercise. After a workout, ice is the better choice on a chronic injury.

Because heat increases circulation and raises skin temperature, you should not apply heat to acute injuries or injuries that show signs of inflammation. Safely apply heat to an injury 15 to 20 minutes at a time and use enough layers between your skin and the heating source to prevent burns.

Moist heat is best, so you could try using a hot wet towel. You can buy special athletic hot packs or heating pads if you use heat often. Never leave heating pads on for more than 20 minutes at a time or while sleeping.

Because some injuries can be serious, you should see your doctor if your injury does not improve (or gets worse) within 48 hours.

Sources

SUNITHA J. Cryotherapy – A Review. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research [serial online] 2010 April [cited: 2010 April 5]; 4:2325-2329.

Taber, et al. Measurement of reactive vasodilation during cold gel pack application to nontraumatized ankles. Physical Therapy / April, 1992.

The American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine

The Use of Ice in the Treatment of Acute Soft-Tissue Injury. A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials; Chris Bleakley, et al, The American Journal of Sports Medicine 2004, Volume 32.

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Your lucky day L8.. Good comes to thoes who wait.
As many of you know, I posted awhile back about the apartment across the street being a safe house for drugs and other illegal activity. I also contacted my Police Chief about this. Well, I have some good news. Seems, they got evicted out by the landlord, a couple of days ago. The Uhaul truck has been hard at work today over there. Boy, it's allot more peaceful around here.
Your lucky day L8.. Good comes to thoes who wait.
Good deal, now you can sleep a little easier!!!
I was actually surprised at the fast response I received from my Police Chief on this matter. I think it was a combination of not just me, but several other neighbors. One being a very respected older woman that has donated many dollars, as well as property to the town over the years. She has a well to do name through out this town.
When people get involved good things happen. congrads to you for not waiting for some else to do something you make a good example.


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You will study five core modules (full descriptions available below): Introduction to Social Science Research Research Design Social Research Methods I Social Research Methods II Historical Methods Many of the core modules are delivered at a wider level, so you will study with students from the School of Social Sciences as well as those from the Department of History. You will then choose one optional module from a range which may include: Sites and Sources in Modern British Studies Economics of War Globalisation since 1945 You will also complete a 15,000-word dissertation. Why study this course Taught by experts – you will study alongside some of the finest minds in History. The Department of History was ranked first in the country in the Research Excellence Framework 2015. Be a part of an exciting department – you will join a lively postgraduate community within the Department of History with many opportunities to enhance your learning from external lectures and visiting scholars, to research seminars and conferences. Flexibility – you will have an exciting opportunity to really go in-depth into your chosen area of study. For example writing your dissertation is an exciting opportunity for you to really go in-depth into an area which interests you whilst also working with a supervisor who is an expert in the field. Access to academic support services – as a postgraduate student you will have access to services such as the Academic Writing Advisory Service and the Bank of Assessed Work which will aid your transition from undergraduate to postgraduate level, or back into academia after a time away. Modules You will study five core modules: Introduction to Social Research This module provides a general introduction to studying research and methods, and to preparing for a dissertation. It emphasises key skills such as searching literature, finding existing datasets, referencing, taking notes, reading and presenting a table of numbers, presenting an argument, and criticising an argument. It continues with consideration of generic issues for research, such as the main principles of ethics for applied empirical research, negotiating access to research sites, the role of theory, the philosophical bases for understanding the social world, and synthesising existing research through focus on the findings rather than the conclusions. Research Design This introduces you to the concepts and varieties of social science research designs. A key aim is to explain that design is independent of, and so does not entail, methods of data collection and analysis. Our intention is to link the introductory module to the modules on data collection and analysis through consideration of research questions and warranting practices. Social Research Methods I This module introduces you to the principles and practice of data collection, collation and analysis. Teaching and learning exercises demonstrate the value of research skills in relation to both textual and numeric data. The module develops understanding of different stages of the research process. The importance of ethical practice in research development, collection, collation, analysis and dissemination is stressed throughout. Social Research Methods II The module builds on Social Research Methods I.Two large-scale studies (research materials, datasets) are employed to build research skills. Secondary research skills (using textual and numeric data) are explicitly explored as a base from which to conduct informed and appropriate data handling/analysis. An introduction to multivariate analysis will be provided, up to the level of multiple regression and analysis of variance. Techniques for analysing textual data will also be covered. Historical Methods This introduces you to the major intellectual debates in the development of the subject: e.g., history 'from below'; the Annales school; Marxist approaches; gender; the new cultural history, etc. You will be introduced to some of the major schools of, or tendencies in, historical research; in turn the Annales School, the English historians response to Marxism, cultural history, the linguistic turn, gender, history of science and critical social theory (Geertz and Foucault). The focus is on the application of the ideas to historical practice then and now. 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ICYMI: Off-Beat Business
You've see the headlines, read the front pages and checked out the business section. But In Case You Missed It, here are a few, under-the-radar business stories you might have overlooked.
Credit Unions Grow In New York
Following big bank failures, lack of trust in major institutions and the Occupy Wall Street movement, memberships and deposits at credit unions have been growing dramatically this year, according to the Buffalo News. From January through March alone, New York credit unions added 56,000 members, the paper reports. And business loans are up as well. They've risen 14.6 percent in the year ending in March.
Free Food For Yahoo
Yahoo employees in New York will be finally treated like their California counterparts, at least during lunchtime, thanks to new CEO Marissa Mayer, Business Insider reports. Competitors like Google, as well as Facebook and other tech companies already foot the bill for their employees' lunch. The plan is expected to make Yahoo a more desirable place to work.
An Open Call for Theft-Proof Chairs
Battery Park's Battery Conservancy is accepting design concepts for new lightweight folding chairs tagged with radio frequency identification chips to deter thieves from lifting them from Battery Green, an open space in the park downtown, reports DNAinfo.com. The designer who wins the contest will receive a $10,000 prize.
Queens Competitive Texter Eyes a $50,000 Prize
One Queens teen is competing for a $50,000 prize for being the fastest texter in the country at the LG U.S. National Texting Championship, the Daily News reports. The 16-year-old contender, Kent Augustine from Jamaica, Queens, says he's had plenty of practice, at one point sending 2,000 to 3,000 text messages per month.
Electric Bike Confusion Irks New Yorkers
Restaurant delivery people may ride electric bikes to make their rounds, but they're actually illegal and could lead to hefty fines. That is, if the cops actually know they're illegal, according to The New York Observer. Laws regarding the bikes are contradictory and confusing, according to the Observer.
How Medicaid Could Help Fund Hospital Overhauls
New York City hospitals and public health programs could get additional funding thanks to cost savings as a result of Medicaid reform, according to Crain's New York Business. New York State has asked the federal government for the $10 billion it expects to save thanks to the reform. Those funds would go toward planning, electronic record keeping, better primary care and behavioral health improvements.


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While Pitt's offense was rolling up 537 yards against what was presumed to be a typically strong Virginia Tech defense Saturday, the Panthers' defense made its presence felt with four turnovers and a stout performance overall.
Virginia Tech lost a fumble, and quarterback Logan Thomas threw three interceptions — two to safety Jason Hendricks.
The Hokies gained just 324 yards and had no running game in the 35-17 Pitt win.
One yard the Hokies failed to gain proved to be huge. Trailing, 21-10, early in the third quarter but driving, Virginia Tech runners were stuffed on third-and-1 and again on fourth-and-1 on the Pitt 35-yard line.
Linebacker Shane Gordon got credit for the initial stops on both plays.
"The big play in the game," Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer said.
Pitt took over and marched down the field to score on Tino Sunseri's 12-yard touchdown pass to Ray Graham, essentially sealing the win.
"I was so hyped," said Gordon, who showed his best speed when he joyfully sprinted to the sideline after the change of possession. "It felt good. Get off the field. That's a big momentum swing when you stop 'em like that. It's a big momentum swing for me. Virginia Tech, I don't know how they felt."
Thomas, a 6-foot-6, 260-pound junior, completed 14 of 31 passes for 265 yards. He also was his team's leading rusher with 28 yards as the Hokies gained just 59 yards on the ground.
No magic
Senior receiver Mike Shanahan had a career-high 111 yards on five receptions, including a 6-yard scoring pass from Sunseri that put Pitt comfortably ahead, 35-17, with 5:33 to go after Shanahan earlier in the drive dropped what would have been a touchdown pass.
"That was awesome," he said. "I give a lot of credit to Tino for coming back to me."
Referring to the Panthers' sputtering offense in the first two games, Shanahan said he and his teammates came in with "a chip on our shoulder."
"It really goes back to working hard at practice, executing, and everybody doing their job on every play," he said.
"Like Coach Chryst always says, the magic is there is no magic. We were just out there making plays today that we weren't making the first two games."
New faces
Freshman tight end J.P. Holtz (Shaler), freshman defensive end Devin Cook and linebacker Manny Williams, a fifth-year senior, all started their first college game.
Holtz replaced Hubie Graham, who was sidelined with a clavicle injury.
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How Many Calories should I be Eating per Day for fast weight loss plans?
The result of very low-calorie diet plans, or yo-yo dieting, is a subsequent lowering of the metabolic rate and hence the reduced success of your weight loss plans in the long term. Indeed, several scientific studies have shown that more weight is actually gained in the long term for every diet undertaken. If you find that your calorie intake is too low and your weight loss success has plateaued, or even reversed, it may be an idea to find a healthy eating plans that adheres to your own personal recommended calorie intake.
How many calories you should consume per day depends on several factors including your age, sex, height, activity levels, amount of muscle mass, lifestyle and general health. The recommended daily calorie intake for good health varies according to where in the world you live. The UK's National Health Service (NHS) recommends 2,500 (10,460 Kj) calories a day for an adult male and 2,000 (8,368 Kj) for an average female. The US is a bit more generous with an additional 200 calories (840 Kj) a day allowance for both sexes.
Are there Scientific Studies that support the Theory of NOT eating at Night?
One 2008 study examined the habit of night time eating and the subsequent effects on weight gain. Night time eating was defined as eating between 23:00 and 05:00. Night time eaters did consume more calories per day and around 15 % of their daily energy intake was during these night time hours. At the end of the study it was found that night time eaters did gain 6.2 kg more weight than the control group. The research concluded that night time eating did predict weight gain.
Many alcohol drinkers who consider themselves 'average wine drinkers' down around 2,000 calories every month according to a chart by an Arizona personal trainer. For those of us who enjoy a drink, alcohol accounts for 10% of all calories consumed. Alcoholic drinks are very high in calories, add to this the high sugar content of many mixers and the increased hunger and decreased control after a drinking session and you have a cocktail … for weight gain.
Will drinking Alcohol regularly lead to weight gain or fast weight loss?
As mentioned earlier, there is a lot of conflicting medical evidence regarding weight gain and alcohol consumption. However, according to a 2005 study by Suter entitled 'Is Alcohol Consumption a risk factor for Weight Gain and Obesity?'
' … every component of the energy-balance equation is affected by the ingestion of alcohol.'
Even moderate drinking increases energy intake because of the high calorie content of alcohol combined with its appetite enhancing properties and other weight loss plans. Suter examined several medical studies on metabolism and alcohol and concluded that alcohol consumption suppresses the absorption of fat in the body which can lead to weight gain.
This is because alcohol is more quickly and easily used by the body for energy than fat, furthermore, the non-oxidized fat tends to be deposited in the stomach area ~ in simple terms alcohol drinking is associated with a 'beer belly'. This study suggests that there is a large variable about the amount of alcohol consumed and weight gain which is also dependant on frequency of drinking and genetic factors. In conclusion it appeared that calories from alcohol counted more in moderate non-daily drinkers than in heavy, daily drinkers and contributes more to weight gain in association with an existing high calorie diet and obesity problem.
Alcohol Consumption leads to Weight Gain for Men!
Despite some uncertainty around the issue of weight gain and alcohol consumption medical research that followed 7,608 middle-aged British men over a 5 year period concluded that heavy drinking (more than or equal to 30 g per day which is around 3 alcoholic drinks) showed the biggest weight gain and had a higher Body Mass Index (BMI). Heavy alcohol intake in men, regardless of the type of alcohol, leads to weight gain and obesity.
How much Alcohol should we Drink per week?
A good plan when looking at alcohol in relation to fast weight loss is to cut out all alcohol on weekdays and only drink at weekends but to keep calories down (and to reduce a whole lot of other health risks) stay within the above recommended safe daily limits.
High Calorie refined carbohydrates (or white carbs) such as bread, pasta, rice, pizza base, chips, white flour and its products (cakes, pastries donuts, biscuits) and French fries should be avoided at all costs. Remember we are going for Low carbs not NO Carbs. These refined carbohydrates are absorbed very quickly by the body and lead to spikes in blood sugar levels and cravings. The healthy carbohydrate foods that you should be enjoying are fruit, vegetables, beans, lentils and wholemeal bread, pasta and rice. If you are going for effortless weight loss plans it is recommended that you stay under 100 g of carbohydrates a day.
If you have a moderate to high physical activity level and/or you exercise regularly at a relatively high intensity and you have been cutting out carbohydrates completely you may be running on empty. This will result in low energy levels, fatigue and cravings for high sugar or high energy foods. The exercising muscle needs fuel to function at its best and to effectively burn body fat which is why you should never totally cut out carbohydrates because this is not a long term, healthy weight loss plans.
What is the ideal diet for fast weight loss? Low Carbohydrate or Low Fat?
A small research study examined snacking on either a high protein or high carbohydrate snack when hungry in between meals. The high protein snack did have some hunger satisfying effects, whereas the high carbohydrate snacks did not. Both snacks however, had NO effect on the amount of food and calories consumed at the next meal. The study concluded that snacking when hungry, does not relieve hunger, regardless of its composition which is evidence that snacking does play a role in obesity for some.
Snacking does not appear to be all bad, however. In a long term study on snacking a group of 66 lean men snacked on a chocolate bar six days a week for six months on top of their usual, regular meals. Had the men not regulated their eating to accommodate the extra calories, they should have put on 4 – 5 Kg over the time period however, there was NO weight gain at all. Interestingly then, snacking does NOT appear to lead to weight gain in those that are lean, fit and active and not overweight or obese.
Eating between meals will only induce weight gain if you
regularly eat more calories than you need.
Vintage Cheddar: 20 g – Saturated fat: 4.2 g (82 Calories)
Brie Soft Cheese: 20 g – Saturated fat: 4.1 g (60 Calories)
Halloumi: 20 g – Saturated fat: 3.5 g (63 Calories)
Feta Cheese: 20 g – Saturated fat: 3.7 g (63 Calories)
Camembert: 20g – Saturated fat: 4.4 g (56 Calories)
Goat's cheese, 20g – Saturated fat: 2.8 g (52 Calories)
Cheese is a high calorie, high fat food but also may be linked with addictive eating habits according to a 2015 study into food cravings published by the University of Michigan. In a survey carried out on 500 students called the Yale Food Addiction Scale, pizza was identified as the most addictive food, and in part, this is due to the liberal cheese topping. Enjoy your cheese nibbles but keep a very close eye on portion size.
Questions and Answers for various weight loss plans
I understand the need for a long-term healthy eating plan but I would like to do a short term diet. There are so many to choose from. Which do you recommend?
The diet voted number one by experts for fast weight loss was actually developed for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) by the US National Institutes of Health. The DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) eating plan was voted the best weight loss regime by health professionals.
DASH was developed by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute and beat hands down other diets such as the 5:2 Fast Diet, Dukan and Paleo (caveman) diets in areas such as weight loss (both in the long and short term), whether it meets recommended nutritional needs, ease to maintain and health risks. Furthermore, both the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology recommend the DASH diet in their new guidelines to prevent heart disease and strokes.
The DASH diet is rich in fruit, vegetables and nuts, lean meats and whole grains and is extremely easy to follow. See some sample meal plans.
I get confused sometimes about fast weight loss. One friend in my Weight Loss Plans Facebook group, said that it is the type of calories that you eat that are important not the amount. Is this true?
I have been very overweight for many years now and despite trying numerous diets I can't manage to keep the weight off. I have just found out I have diabetes Type II, any suggestions on other weight loss plans?
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Cadillac CTS First Generation Forum - 2003 - 2007 Discussion, CTS 3.6L Fuel Octane in Cadillac CTS Coupe, Sport Sedan and Sport Wagon Forums; Picked up my new 2004 CTS with the 3.6L engine and very much enjoy the car. Owned both BMW's and ...
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CTS 3.6L Fuel Octane
Picked up my new 2004 CTS with the 3.6L engine and very much enjoy the car. Owned both BMW's and M/B's and this car drives and handles very similar on most highways and roads. Cadillac really hit the mark with this design. The issue on fuel octane requirement has me puzzled, though. All of the advertising and marketing on this engine says 255hp, regular fuel engine. The owners manual has some suttle comment about how the engine will operate better with higher octane (89 to 93) fuel. Asked the dealer and even contacted Cadillac on the hot line....nothing but b/s answers like..."whatever the manual says". What's the REAL story? Either the car makes the 255hp with regular, 87 octane fuel, or it doesn't. Is Cadillac now saying you need to run hi-test fuel to get the 255hp? Don't talk about ECM's and knock sensors that measure fuel detonation and self adjust to make more hp if fuel octane level is higher, because that is not what has been marketed. This is SUPPOSED to be a 255hp, regular grade fuel, engine....what is it really? What grade of fuel do you REALLY have to run to get the 255hp? What grade of fuel is required to get the advertised mpg ratings? Come on Cadillac, tell us the FACTS, don't play with marketing hyperbole.
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87 for the 3.6, per GM. 91 for the 3.2.
There was a good thread on this in the past you can search for. Here's a link to GM from the previous thread:
Oh, and welcome!
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It says the gear ratio for the reverse and fifth gear are the same for the 5MT. That can't be right...
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Appreciate your response c5, but the owners manual and the GM tech on the hotline BOTH reiterate the manual as being the design criteria..."for the 3.6L V6 engine use unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. However, for best performance and trailor towing, you may wish to use middle grade or premium unleaded gasoline." That is a direct quote from the owner's manual. So, what is the octane fuel you really should use to get the 255hp that the engine is advertised to have ??? Come on GM, it's your turn at the podium....
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I think you might be reading too much into this.
The CTS is rated at 255hp with 87 octane fuel. As with just about ANY car, you will get better performance (though to me it's not THAT noticeable) from higher octane fuel.
If you read the complete "Gasoline Octane" section on 5-5, it reads that the 3.6L is rated at the 87 octane requirement, and the 3.2 and 5.7 is rated at the 91 octane requirement. It even says on the latter two engines that performance will degrage if you use less than 91 octane.
In case you were not aware, most states alow up to a 3% variance in octane reporting. So an 87 octane rating can be 85 or 86 octane and still be listed as 87 (but most good places are actually higher than 87).2004 Cadillac CTS (**SOLD** ): http://www.ctsowners.com
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Well, Miscreant, I guess you put me in my place with your mini "flame". So it's "obvious", huh? Let's see now....here's what I see is obvious. Onboard engine management systems, I believe, are sometimes capable of advancing and retarding timing depending on the octane level of the fuel being fed into the engine. If indeed the engine is designed to run on 87 octane, it would be fairly unlikely that the use of a 89, or 91-94 octane fuel, would cause the engine to generate much more than 5 or so more horsepower. Very difficult to feel in the normal "seat of the pants" tests that most owners use. Most manufacturers quite often tell you that the use of lower than specified octane (e.g. a mid grade designed engine being run on regular grade) will still work OK, but with less power. Conversely, cars designed to run on regular fuel will very often run poorer if you use mid or premium grade fuel. Yes, I know I'm anal on this subject, and I'll bet you've already figured that out. But, then again, I've owned quite a few cars over the years, many of which were the high performance variety from all 3 major U.S. manufacturers. I think reading the owner's manual is a very important step in operating a new car. It just seemed a bit strange to see the owner's manual worded the way it was regarding the fuel requirements...I'll take your word for it on the regular since your signature says your with GM and burn off into the sunset.
Re: CTS 3.6L Fuel OctaneOriginally Posted by tzoid
If this helps, heres a page for you:
You'll notice that the 3.2L produces 220hp with 91 octane fuel, and the 3.6L produces 255hp with 87 octane fuel.
I've tried 91+octane fuel, and only notice slightly better gas mileage, but unlike other cars I have done this with, the CTS does not show enough of a gain to make the higer price of 91+ octane fuel a benefit...2004 Cadillac CTS (**SOLD** ): http://www.ctsowners.com
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Remember that octane ratings mean "at least" 87 is at least 87 but could be higher. Same with 89 and 91. If you average 15 gallons per fill up, the cost difference between regular and premium is about $3.00.
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87 Octane fuel is recommended for the 3.6L from GM because it gives optimum flash point on your gas under most driving conditions. This means that the fuel will burn most efficiently and, ideally, all the fuel would be burnt... causing maximum power stroke. The Manufacturer's ratings are generally conservative and they will recommend a slightly higher octane than what is actually the most efficient ignition point for the engine... never lower.
GM says the car produces 255Hp with 87 octane.... think about it ... would they put that into writing if it produced 260Hp with 91 octane? Not so much. In the real world, HP rating = money in their pockets.
The whole octane system came about to deal with auto-ignition of unspent fuel (knock) due to using too low an octane. Older engines were not very flexible on octane rating... so different engine needed different octanes to prevent knock. Back in the day, higher performance engines with higher compression ratios needed the higher octane to prevent knock and create optimum power. Somehow, this wrongfully came to be interpreted as "more octane = more power"... it all depends on the engine.
By changing the octane... you are not changing the quality of fuel going into the car... you are changing the when the fuel explodes (you are actually changing the timing of your engine). Any deviation from optimum only decreases engine performance and gas mileage over the long run.
Any small deviations from rated octane due to manufacturing is really not an issue... modern engines compensate for this with engine management systems that can adjust and operate efficiently over a wider range of octanes... however, there is still only one optimum octane.
For long term reliability of the engine... you should always use the recommended octane rating. Using higher octane doesn't hurt your engine... but you are waisting money on octane that your car isn't using effectively. Using lower octane is bad however... not only will this reduce performance and gas mileage... but can lead to knocking which can damage your pistons, valves, etc...
Since the 3.6 is rated for 87... you can't put the "wrong" gas in it. The higher octane will not increase your performance... it will increase your gas card balance.
The 3.2 is rated for 91... so you have to pretty much only put that in the engine. The effects of using low octane can be very bad.
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Re: CTS 3.6L Fuel Octane
My own unsientific test on the octane issue is that the engine deffinately puts out more power with 91 . But runs perfectly fine with 87. My test was same section of road t/c off in sport mode floor it lots of tire spin, with 91. same test with 87, results in much less wheel spin, ie less power.I think the 3.6 makes more like 275HP, with 91 octane. The engine computer takes care of the details. .
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Temperature of your tires would have been a factor... Were you driving for teh same amount of time before your runs each time?
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Somebody put it on the dyno
- 04-21-04 11:12 PM #13Cadillac Owners Member
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Re: CTS 3.6L Fuel Octane
87 octane = 87% octane + 13% (heptane or simliar or ethanol)
Octane is the longest hydrocarbon chain and the most expensive to refine
Octane detonates at a higher pressure/temp than all the other shorter chains
(and even better when you add tetraethyl lead to it)
87 or 91 as long as they are composed of 100% hydrocarbon chains, they have the same amount of energy in each tank, but have different detonation pressures/temperatures.
I too am curious if the engine management software is able to maintain the exact same HP even though it must alter the timing to account for different detonation points when using different octane ratings?
Methane has just a single carbon atom. Propane has three carbon atoms chained together. Butane has four carbon atoms chained together. Pentane has five, hexane has six, heptane has seven and octane has eight carbons chained together.
Re: CTS 3.6L Fuel Octane
The limiting factor here is your engine's computer... it controls the engine management system and is engineered to run the engine at optimal conditions. It can adjust for things like altitude change, air intake temp change, octane, etc. Using a less than optimal octane causes it to advance or retard the timing to compensate for the change in flash point of the gas... small deviations will not cause noticeable changes in gas mileage or performance because the computer can handle the change and stay near optimum. Larger changes will lose efficiency. All this being said... realize:
The can be only one! (optimum efficiency point)
It is possible to tune to a different octane. You'd have to buy a good chip that is designed for it... then use a dynamometer to check Hp and exhaust gas analyzer to see if all the gas is being detonated.
Another thing to think about is the VVT. Everything in your engine was designed with a certain octane in mind... including the variable valve timing on the 3.6L. This engine is very sophisticated and it changes the intake and exhaust timing as the engine speed changes. They intake opens sooner and exhaust closes later as the speed increases... optimizing power and torque over a wide rpm range. If you mess with the octane you are messing with this also.... it's all in the timing.
In the past, I can understand having some doubts about GM engineering. I myself have previously had some bad experiences with a certain GM product... to remain nameless here.
However, I really believe that GM did their homework on this one... What sold me on this car was the chassis and the 3.6L engine. It's really an incredible engine. I personally believe the smart way to go is to trust the engineers and stick the 87 octane.
There will be someone who inevitably puts enough time, energy, money... into squeezing every possible Hp out of their engine... Meanwhile, I'll be enjoying my nice ride!
My 2 cents...
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Someone needs to get a Cadillac engineer/designer to start reading this board, then we can get some answers


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Archive for September 28, 2010
Fat Clothes for Fall
Micro rant: Long, drapey and cheap (no buttons or zippers or hems) — that would be the ugly sweater fashion trend this fall.
Are Howard Kurtz and Fox News in Cahoots — Dredging Up Old News to Bash Democrats?
This would be the Washington Post's "media critic"and the host of CNN's "Reliable Sources," Howard Kurtz today:
Again, Kurtz is allegedly a "media critic." He sells himself as an objective guy who observes the media from afar.
That said, click on Kurtz's link and you go to a website nobody has ever heard of called, "EyeblastTV." Once there, you go to a post showing a 43 second video of Cindy Sheehan speaking on September 10, 2010 — 20 days ago:
On the day before the 9th anniversary of the Sep. 11 terrorist attacks, Cindy Sheehan, the darling protester the media gave plenty of coverage to due to her opposition to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, spoke to a crowd at All Souls Church in Manhattan, stating that she is a 9/11 truther and believes it was an inside job. "I am a 9/11 truther", Sheehan said. "I do believe it was an inside job."
She continued, "We just don't know – I don't know – how far inside it went. But, you know, I'm sure Dick Cheney had something to do with it." Her statements were met with a standing ovation from the crowd.
She also claimed that Barack Obama is doing everything he can to "protect the criminals of the Bush regime."
Yo, Howard. Who sent you a memo asking you to bring this up today?
Corporations are Individuals — Citizens United 2.0
The Supreme Court is getting involved in an unusual freedom of information dispute over whether corporations may assert personal privacy interests to prevent the government from releasing documents about them.
The court on Tuesday agreed to a request from the Obama administration to take up a case involving claims made by telecommunications giant AT&T to keep secret the information gathered by the Federal Communications Commission during an investigation.
The administration wants the high court to rule that corporations may not claim a personal privacy exception contained in the federal Freedom of Information Act.
The exception may be used only by individuals, the administration said in a brief signed by Elena Kagan, the newest justice who served in the Justice Department until last month.
Per the Citizens United ruling, corporations are people. People are obviously individuals so we can see where this is headed.
Lordy, lordy. I don't know if there's any stopping this train.
Democrats: "What We Need to Do Before November"
I keep hearing and reading about establishment Democrats talking about "what we need to do before November."
Hey, the election, and "November," are five weeks away. Five weeks. It's time to do "what we need to do before November," NOW!
The Wholly Owned Corporate Senators of the United States
From The Hill:
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) on Tuesday blasted the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) for opposing legislation that attempts to in-source jobs by granting companies a payroll tax holiday that shift overseas jobs to the U.S. and limits the use of tax deferral.
"Of course they are [opposed]," Sanders told reporters. "They much prefer paying people in Vietnam 20 cents an hour than American workers a living wage."
Last week, NAM and the Chamber raised concerns that the bill would impose new costs on U.S. multinational companies making them less competitive in the global marketplace and jeopardizing U.S. job creation.
"It is to their advantage, in many cases, to shut down plants here and pay people a fraction of the wages that American workers lose by going to China," Sanders said. "What's the surprise about that?"
Sanders suggested that these organizations oppose the bill because it bolsters the bottom lines of their members.
The bill was defeated in the Senate today:
Forty GOP senators voted against the bill, along with four Democrats and independent Sen. Joe Lieberman (Conn.).
The four Democrats who crossed the aisle to oppose the bill were Sens. Max Baucus and Jon Tester of Montana, Ben Nelson of Nebraska and Mark Warner of Virginia. Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) were not present for the vote.
Every single Republican who was present voted against this, as did four Democrats and of course — no surprise there — Joe Lieberman.
SHAME! on all of them. The corporatists have got to go. I figure November might be our last chance. I fear it's only going to get worse as corporations become comfortable with Citizens United and they in turn buy more and more legislators.
The Whiners
Love Michael Moore's sense of humor:
BIDEN: (sniffling) What's the matter with our base? Why don't liberals like us any more!
OBAMA: They like us still… but they're mean to us!
BIDEN: And we're the opposite of mean! Like, we're so nice to the Republicans — we don't even make them have to do a real filibuster and look all stupid trying to stop bills that do good things for kids and old people!
OBAMA: Bipartisanship, Joe, that was our plan.
BIDEN: And even when not one single Republican would join with us, we still watered down every single one of our bills so they wouldn't be upset with us!
OBAMA: We hate people being mad at us!
BIDEN: The Republicans didn't want a health care bill, so we made sure most of it wouldn't go into effect until 2014!
OBAMA: I thought our liberal base was all about peace, love and understanding! So I held out the olive branch to Republicans when they were mad because I was going to spend stimulus money on creating jobs. So we made sure we created as few jobs as possible! We're nice to the other side!
BIDEN: Sooooo nice that we've created American jobs — in Afghanistan!
OBAMA: I've tripled the number of troops in Afghanistan!
BIDEN: You've expanded the war in ways George Bush couldn't!
OBAMA: AND — who can name a president that's ever been able to start a new war without losing a single American life!
BIDEN: Yeah! How come liberals don't like our drone war? The left says they don't like war, so we use drones to bomb and fire missiles into Pakistan every week — and not a single American soldier dies! The base should love that!
OBAMA: That's right! We just push a button in Nevada and kill dozens of people…


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China's metrosexual men revive luxury shopping
By Yimou Lee and Farah Master
HONG KONG/MACAU (Reuters) - Let's hear it for the boys. China's fashion-forward men are snapping up Gucci and Burberry bags, driving a rebound in the luxury market months after a slow down in spending by the world's biggest luxury goods buyers spooked global investors.
Men account for about 55 percent of China's luxury goods market, well above the global average of 40 percent, according to research from brokerage CLSA, partly because businessmen often buy expensive gifts to curry favor with government officials or potential associates.
Companies such as Burberry Group Plc which sell luxe clothing and accessories benefit from this gift-giving culture, and wealthy Chinese men's penchant for designer ware.
But they are also at risk of big sales swings because men are less likely than women to splurge on discretionary purchases in times of economic uncertainty, CLSA's research shows.
"Men are not prone to impulse shopping," said Mariana Kou, CLSA's consumer and gaming analyst in Hong Kong. "They tend to wait a little if the economy is pretty uncertain."
Chinese shoppers account for one-fourth of all luxury purchases globally and last year surpassed U.S. consumers to become the world's top spenders on luxury goods, according to consulting firm Bain & Co.
When China's economic growth slowed to a three-year low in the middle of last year, luxury demand dropped suddenly, sending shudders through a global market worth $280 billion last year according to Bain's estimates.
Burberry warned of weak sales in July and again in September, sparking fears of a sector-wide slump. Continued...


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I always remove mine, but that's just me.
I have rubber grips on both my FS's. I have changed from Hoppes to CLP.
Do the rubber grips stand up to the chemicals or do you all remove them?
I just want these suckers to last.
I always remove mine, but that's just me.
I'm assuming you have either hogue or pachmayr or like high quality rubber grips. I just replaced my Hougue grips that had been on my 92 for 13 years. So yes, they are pretty much impervious to gun cleaning solutions. I'd suggest using a little soap and water to remove any chemical or oil residue. Oils can make the rubber slippery which I really don't like, but soap and water fixes that. They should easily last over a decade. I shoot and clean my pistols often, so no, I don't take them off for each and every cleaning.
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i also own hogue, pachmayr and uncle mikes grips.... even one pair that i bought in 1989. i do not take them off for cleaning unless i am cleaning UNDER them.
That's what I thought ,thanks. They are the replacements for the plastic grips, panels, not the wrap around.
I put some grips on my 96, that I got from a guy in N. Carolina.......they are the plastic ones, with the Beretta logo , but he does something to them..the best way I can describe them, is that they look like someone took a tiny woodburning tool, and made tiny indentations in the grips. I know that this is not what he did, but that's what they look like, minus any burning of course. I wanted something a little different than everything else out there, they grip my hand better than the standard grips, they look nice, and for only $15, they do the trick.....
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All I use is breakfree CLP. I have hogue grips on all 9 of my 92s.
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Wealthfront Hits $1 Billion MilestoneBy
It's official: Online investment service Wealthfront says it has amassed more than $1 billion in assets under management, a milestone as it battles Betterment, Personal Capital, and other "robo-advisers" for investor capital.
That's rapid growth—Wealthfront's chief executive, Adam Nash, says the startup had $100 million under management in early 2013, $500 million last December, and $800 million in March of this year. The company uses software, instead of pricey human advisers, to make investment decisions for customers. As I wrote in this week's magazine, Wealthfront is now getting a boost from a product it calls the single-stock diversification service, which helps customers with large holdings of employer stock sell their stakes slowly. The service is currently available only to Twitter employees; Nash says more than 10 percent of the company's 3,000 workers have signed up, creating investment plans valued at more than $300 million.
Online investment advisers are raising funding rapidly, too. Betterment announced a $32 million round April 15; LearnVest, another company in the "fin tech" arena we've covered, raised $28 million; and FutureAdvisor secured $15.5 million. All the dealmaking has spurred talk of a robo-adviser "bubble," as well as speculation that a money management industry goliath, such as Vanguard or Fidelity, will crush the upstarts with a low-fee, let-software-manage-your-money product of its own.
Nash thinks his startup has plenty of room to grow before that happens. The amount of money that Wealthfront oversees looks minuscule to the likes of Charles Schwab, he told me recently. "It looks huge to us," he says. "We're excited about $1 billion, $10 billion, $100 billion. None of those numbers are very exciting for Merrill Lynch."


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text: I'v been fighting this 02 745i for a while, I got a misfire on #3 (code 1347) that doesnot want to go away, I changed plugs and coil packs, checked all wiring to and from ECM and IVM all were good, I checked all wiring to and from the motor and were good. Now it still misfire on #3 and if I leave it running for a while it will misfire on all cylinders one by one (codes 1343,1345,1347,1341,1349,1355,1357) sometimes 2 code up to 8 and then I get code 0363. I'm thinking I did something wrong when I replaced the intake gasket (did the job 3 times) I torqued the nuts to 16lb was that too much or not enough. (all vacuum hoses are fine too) Any idea anybody?????????????? Thanks


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(CNSNews.com) - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean plans to put staff and resources on the ground in four battleground states three years before the next presidential race.
In a fundraising email to supporters Tuesday, the former presidential candidate said traditionally, Democrats place staff and resources in a few strategic states the same year as the presidential election. But that hasn't worked for the Democratic Party, he said, "and I ran for chairman on a promise to do it another way."
"So a few days ago I met with the state party chairs, and we made a decision together. For the first time ever we're going to build for the future by putting staff and resources on the ground early -- starting in 2005, not 2008. The first four states: North Dakota, Missouri, North Carolina and West Virginia," Dean said.
The DNC chairman called on Democratic supporters to donate money to get started on the next 46 states so Democrats can commit to "a long-term presence in every state, every region, and every community."
"The half-million dollars we're investing in these first four states will pay for professional organizers -- the key staff who will develop skills and help build a permanent network of Democrats at the grassroots level. But we cannot stop here. It's your party, and it will only grow with your help," said Dean.
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Pouncey apologizes for choice of ball cap
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro center Maurkice Pouncey apologized for wearing a baseball cap supporting former college teammate Aaron Hernandez.
Pouncey and his twin brother Mike, a center for the Miami Dolphins, were photographed wearing hats that read "Free Hernandez" during their
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Hernandez, who pleaded not guilty to murder charges, played at the University of Florida with the Pounceys from 2007-09.
Maurkice Pouncey posted on his Twitter account Monday he understands the "seriousness of the situation involving my former teammate." Pouncey apologized if he offended anyone.


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The duo came back to defeat third seeded Jessica Pegula and Taylor Townsend 3-6, 6-3, 10-8 in the semifinal round Friday night.
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Obama on attack in foreign policy debate, but Romney steady
There are 255 comments on the Reuters story from Oct 23, 2012, titled Obama on attack in foreign policy debate, but Romney steady. In it, Reuters reports that:
Seeking to gain an advantage with polls showing a tied race, President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney clash in a debate over foreign policy.
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#1 Oct 23, 2012
Obama was very mean, scattered, pensive, bitter, small-thinking and was very petty. Obama did not look like a leader I could trust. He acted like a spoiled child with ADHD. Obama didn't appear presidential, nor did he behave like a leader I could trust. He has lies to me too much and made too many mistakes and was apart of too many scandals. It's hard to imagine how any informed, thinking person could ever re-elect him. Mitt Romney was clear thinking, quick on his feet, and appeared IN-COMMAND on every subject thrown at him. Romney ran circles around Obama's lack of knowledge and lack of experience in fixing the economy. The Majority of Americans are never GOING TO BE MOVED BY THE YELLOW JOURNALISM and phony press releases of the government-run media.
#2 Oct 23, 2012
obama = ATTACK POODLE
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#3 Oct 23, 2012
When Romney first heard the term Romnesia, he thought it was a country in South Africa.
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The Left Coast
#4 Oct 23, 2012
Obama was quite the actor. He could have saved us some time and just said; everything, the economy, foreign policy, unemployment, Benghazi was somebody elses fault. And, this time, I promise to keep my promises - trust me.
"Obama Shames the USA"
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#5 Oct 23, 2012
That's a bunch of Obamaloney.
#6 Oct 23, 2012
At least he knows how many ststes are in the Union. With all the name changing in South Africa it is possible a country could be named romnesia, but there have only been 50 states for approx. 50 years.
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#7 Oct 23, 2012
The Commander-In-Chief took Etchy to school....
Pretty obvious Etchy the amnateur is not ready for prime time. For a Con who has been campaigning for 10 years, Etchy is vey sketchy !!!!!!!! Etchy was in waaaaaaaaaay over his head. Quite honestly, Etchy doesn't even belong on the same stage as our Commnder-In-Chief
"We also have fewer horses and bayonets".
#8 Oct 23, 2012
President Obama demonstrated how his leadership has kept the U.S. safe over the past four years, during he hottest and most violent period in the Middle East. Had he not been aggressive in this debate, all you Romneyites would have said he was weak and Romney was strong. Apparently, it's okay with you when Romney attacks like a "pit bull", but when Obama plays the same card both Romney and his supporters can't take the heat. Give me a break! Romney had nothing new to offer. As for being able to navigate foreign politics .. he demonstrated his failure while making trips to Britain and Israel. President Obama is Commander in Chief. All the world knows this and respects him for it.
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#9 Oct 23, 2012
Only in your dreams Billy,only in your dreams.Obama hasn't a clue on how to run a hot dog stand and it shows more and more every time he opens his mouth.*** A vote or Obama is a vote against America andthe real American people.***
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#10 Oct 23, 2012
He doesn't need to run a hot dog stand, fella. That's your job.
That all you got?
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#11 Oct 23, 2012
Dr For Applied Science blogger reports on reported news;
Schizophrenia in action
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#13 Oct 23, 2012
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An abomination beast which backup every dictators, from graved Gadavi to the doomed Bashar's genocidal regime.
That abomination is assisted by two cyber criminals based on London.
#14 Oct 23, 2012
Romney steady following Obama's lead.
#15 Oct 23, 2012
LOL at the headline! That is what they consider STEADY??!!!!! Rmoney looked like he was going to stroke out!
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#16 Oct 23, 2012
Etchy was sweating like a pig. Looked like Tricky Dicky.
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#17 Oct 23, 2012
I rather run a hot dog stand than sit home with my hands out looking for more taxpayer's money like you Billy. Is that all that you "got"? OUCH!!!!
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That's what chumps like you are for - otherwise, you have no useful purpose. Glad you agree ..........
Now, instead of making a fool of yourself blogging, get to work.
And remember ..... "We also have fewer horses and boyonets".
...priceless .......
"Hillary, thirty years of lying"
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#20 Oct 23, 2012
Romney won the presidential debate by looking presidential. Obama had a painful case of Biden's smile
By Tim Stanley US politics Last updated: October 23rd, 2012
Romney won the third presidential debate and how he did it was encapsulated in a single exchange. The candidates were discussing military spending and Romney had just accused Obama of making harmful cutbacks. The President wheeled out what must have seemed like a great, pre-planned zinger:I think Governor Romney maybe hasn't spent enough time looking at how our military works. You mentioned the navy, for example, and that we have fewer ships than we did in 1916. Well, governor, we also have fewer horses and bayonets because the nature of our military's changed. The audience laughed, Obama laughed, I laughed. It was funny.
But heres why it was also a vote loser. For a start, Twitter immediately lit up with examples of how the US Army does still use horses and bayonets (horses were used during the invasion of Afghanistan). More importantly, this was one example of many in which the President insulted, patronized and mocked his opponent rather than put across a constructive argument. His performance was rude and unpresidential. Obama seemed to have a touch of the Bidens, wriggling about in his chair, waving his hands dismissively and always always smirking in Romneys direction. By contrast, Romney sucked up the abuse and retained a rigid poker face all night. He looked like a Commander in Chief; Obama looked like a lawyer. Who would you rather vote for?
Aside from the horses and bayonets moment, this was essentially a debate without incident. Part of the fault was the format. Its interesting to note that Romney won the first debate while standing up and Obama did better in the second when walking around. But when both men were forced to sit for 90 minutes, the energy was inevitably reduced and neither broke through the fourth wall convincingly. Romney had a slight edge because he didnt use his hands so much: Obama blew his closing statements by developing ultra-energetic conjurers hands (Look at the hands, not at the cards, look at the hands )
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#21 Oct 23, 2012
1. KUDOS to Bob Scheiffer! He was a MODERATOR!
2. Debate goes to Obama
3. Mitt Romney displayed broad knowledge of foreign policy.
4. People will not vote based on a foreign policy, they will vote based on the economy.
5. Everyone agrees that a strong America, a strong economy makes for powerful leadership.
6. Mitt Romney has the qualities of leadership: the ability to work with all, the knowledge of how to turn businesses around, the compassion for people - it's Romney, not Obama, who implemented healthcare for all, who created scholarships for students, who knows how to balance a budget.
There is no other choice than Mitt Romney.
Put America on the path to a stronger America.
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Of course, most of those births are occurring in third-world countries where medical services are limited or unavailable. In more developed countries, unassisted childbirth (UC) is rare, but its numbers are on the rise.
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World-class professional football club, created and nurtured by citizens, contributing to development of community and its sports culture, and providing dream to all children who love football.
Origin of club name
S-Pulse was named with a combination of the capital letter "S" of "SOCCER, SHIMIZU, SHIZUOKA" and the English word "PULSE" for describing excitement of football-loving citizens and team spirit.
Team color
Team color of S-Pulse is bright orange named "S-Pulse orange". This is the very right color to symbolize the team, because Shizuoka prefecture, hometown of S-pulse, is one of the most famous mandarin-orange producing sites in Japan and this color reminds people of pleasure, hope, youth, progress, vigor.
Team logo
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Hoping to build bridges between S-Pulse and supporters, the mascot "PUL" was named after English "PAL", the similar sound and spelling of PULSE. PUL was born as a modern, elegant, charming and energetic character with such necessary skills for football as quickness, strength and wisdom. Plumage of its ears symbolizes S-Pulse players flying quickly in the field.
The mascot was named "Pical," because that name gives people an image of shining star. (Star means victory in Japanese.) She has some stars 【☆】on her clothes and accessories, because she is a Goddess of Victory who helps S-pulse to win championship tites. Pical loves football and dances with Orange Waves to cheer for players during games. Also, she has feather-like ears just like PUL does, but hers are more cute and ellegant.
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[ Office of Soccer School ]
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S-Pulse and hometown
S-Pulse, as a civic club, we have not only been operating the professional football team, but also contributing to development of sports culture and providing sports facilities. Also, we have been working to be a stone for good life of residents in cooperation with municipality based on "The Hundred Year Vision" slogan, which J. League is employing.
In August 1995, S-Pulse signed an agreement relating to exchanging projects between Shimizu city (currently Shizuoka city) and Shimizu S-Pulse. Since then we have worked for a revitalization of city and town in the various areas through participating in community events, dispatching manpower to supporter's club, co-sponsoring local football tournaments and so on. S-Pulse cannot remain in existence apart from hometown, and also for hometown Shimizu (currently Shizuoka city), S-Pulse have been a keystone for revitalization of towns.
During 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan, S-Pulse and the city worked together to attract training camp of Russian national team. A training match with S-Pulse and interaction with citizens were realized during their stay. After that, international exchange through football is going on at the grass-roots level. A boy's team from Sakhalin visited Shimizu and took part in amateur junior soccer league. Besides, when S-Pulse participated in AFC Champions league, the top clubs of each Asian country, such as South Korea, China, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Vietnam and Maldives, visited Shimizu city (currently Shizuoka city). Through invitation of many citizens to the matches, S-Pulse greatly helped the city with international exchange and transmission of regional information overseas.
After the merger of Shimizu city and Shizuoka city in April 2003, "new" Shizuoka city becomes the hometown for S-Pulse and we are attempting to support activation of local economy, as well as health promotion and progress in cultural awareness of citizens as a representative professional football club of "new" Shizuoka city. Match operation of S-Pulse home games is backed up by around 200-member regional volunteers from municipality, companies and general public, who check tickets at the entrance, support people with disabilities, guide visitors to the appropriate gates or appropriate services. In this way S-Pulse are working for creation of community through sports (football). It will give us a great pleasure, if S-Pulse become a stone of town creation, that citizens love their town Shizuoka and feel proud of it.
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