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When I walk into a bar, I always ask the bartender for his or her specialty drink. This is the equivalent of asking a waiter to suggest the best thing on the menu, and most of the time, the tactic results in a very good cocktail. At a divier locale, though, the question is usually met with a dirty look and the answer "A shot of Jack." But when I stopped by Streets of London -- one of the friendliest bars not just on Colfax Avenue, but on any street in Denver (and maybe England, too) -- bartendress Emily came out swinging. Her first suggestion was the Trailer Park Mimosa, which combines two of America's perennial favorites -- Pabst Blue Ribbon and orange juice -- in a pint glass, for the rock-bottom price of $2. I can imagine drinking this strangely delightful combination in any park, be it trailer, city or national. Emily followed up her initial recommendation with the Promise Snapper ($5.50), a shot made with PAMA Liqueur, Stoli Cranberi, a splash of cranberry juice and Roaring Lion energy drink. One of the trendiest liqueurs, PAMA contains premium vodka, a smidge of imported tequila and pomegranate juice -- newly popular because of its alleged free-radical protection, not to mention its sweet, tart flavor. With the added boost of an energy drink, the Promise Snapper will keep you up long enough to break a few vows.
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Buzz is that the fair beauty and actress Katrina Kaif and Bollywood's bad man Gulshan Grover's movie Boom (2003), is again going to re-release. The latest news about the Boom is that, Katrina was given a lip lock and bold scene with Gulshan Grover which is also included in it. Previously, that scene was deleted from the movie because Katrina's boyfriend Salman Khan had an objection and no one could refuse him.
And now Salman and Katrina are having distance in their relationship, so her steamy kiss with Gulshan Grover in the DVD of her old film will now appear. When asked a question, why the makers are composing the movie Boom in new DVD, as it was not a hot selling item. One of industry sources cleared that now the Boom makers wish to cash it on Katrina's popularity and success. They further added, now Kat has become a top most actress and those steamy scenes will create a curiosity about Katrina, that were performed by her as a newcomer. It is some other way to make money in an easy way by relying on her popularity, added the source.
About the movie, actor Gulshan Kumar says that the deleted steamy scene will be back in the new one and he does not remember that actually those scenes were not included in it. However, Katrina didn't give any reaction about it and movie sources said that they feels no need of informing or asking her for this new project. Before she had signed the movie with well awareness and also got paid for it.
International film distributor Sanjay Jumani also confirmed about the deleted scene re-entry and he revealed that movie will be released in USA, Gulf and UK.
Well, question is that what will be the reaction of the Katrina's fans to see her controversial scene that was done by her as a debut star.

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No. Both systems have the same efficiency and produce the same amount of power: 12 watts per square foot. The only difference is that 240 volt mats pull half the amperage (current) of 120 volt models, which means a single thermostat can control up to 300 sq ft of 240 volt heating elements while 120 volt systems are limited to 150 sq ft. The only instance in which 240 volt is recommended for rooms smaller than 150 sq ft is when there is already an available 240 volt circuit in the room.
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Sunnyside wants the people who live there to feel like their community is on the way up.
City officials and locals tour the town, holding official ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremonies.
Carol Mercer was in attendance and was amazed at the new additions to the city.
"It's really marvelous, said Mercer, "Sunnyside is growing, and it's a beautiful town, a marvelous place to live."
Those additions include a brand new YV-Tech branch campus, a $6 million project that will serve 17 different school districts, a newly expanded and renovated fire station, and additional expansions to the high school.
City officials also broke ground today on new projects for the year, including a $7 million project at the Port of Sunnyside, the port will double the size of it's batch reactors, which help treat industrial wastewater.
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The art of an idea: The storytelling of the most creative global brands
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The art of an idea: The storytelling of the most creative global brands by Gion-Men Kruegel-Hanna
Human beings love to listen to good stories: We need a good story to share a laugh, to shed some tears and to enjoy a chat over a cup of coffee. Creative brands work in the same fashion. The most creative brands are not necessarily the brands that intrigue us by the way they look, but rather the brands that tell us never-ending stories that make us want to learn more. Whether a brand captures the archetypal hero (Nike) or the coach that makes everyone perform better (adidas), the most creative brands succeed because they take into account the basic human need for storytelling. Brands like Pixar, Google, HP, Puma and Nike take us on journeys that surprise us and capture and spark our imaginations. Below are some of the ways in which the most creative global brands are successfully building their brand stories into all levels of their work. 1. Using brand stories to stay relevant. Pixar is a good example of a company that captures the kid in every one of us through its timeless stories. It continues to amaze us with one blockbuster film success after another. Even though the films take three to
four years to create, everyone eagerly awaits its next move. It goes "to infinity and beyond" and always stays top-of-mind. Nike is another brand that takes its story a step further than most. It not only designates a "chief storyteller" for the company, but also requires that every new employee go through an education program that teaches him or her about Nike's heritage, history and culture. Nike, perhaps more than any other brand, uses its story to adheres authentically to its heart and remain trustworthy and relevant to consumers. 2. Evolving brand stories to cater to an audience. While good brands know how to use their brand story to develop innovative services and products that relate to the distinctive core of their brands, the very best ones are able to progress their stories over time. They know how to cater to their audiences, and they're adventurous enough to explore new territories and opportunities. Take Lego, a brand that stays true to the world of play. With Lego, "building" becomes an overall experience in all media channels. It's a
powerful force of progression in both the off- and online brand experience. 3. Imagining radically new brand stories Brands like Google, HP and Puma are using innovative new technologies to dream of visions that would never before have been possible. Google wouldn't have been relevant 15 years ago but today, with ever-growing bandwidth capabilities, the Google experience grows into areas previously unknown. HP is another example of a brand that has used technology to think outside the box. Its Memristor will eliminate computer boot time and enable us to switch a computer on and off like a light switch. HP has dreamed of a way to make nanotechnology that previously only spoke to the experts in the field, accessible to everyone. Puma's work with Hussein Chalayan (its first Creative Director) also fuses creativity with technology, in ways never before anticipated. The Spring/Summer 2010 "Urban Mobility" collection features playful skirts that open and fold by remote control,
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and the understanding that brands are best experienced through a multitude of living experiences and touchpoints. It is this understanding and creativity that increase sales. Top ideas force you to break through conventional and established patterns in order to come up with strategies and business opportunities that are truly differentiating – that are unique, new and carry on the legacy of a brand. Now that is real storytelling.
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furniture that morphs into clothes and outfits encased in electric lights. And then there's Nike – yet again. Using "Flywire," which is inspired by suspension bridges, it has developed the world's lightest high-performance footwear: shoes that fit like a second skin. 4. Using the brand story to drive internal brand engagement Beyond standard marketing and product development, some brands are using innovative storytelling to drive traditionally less creative departments like business strategy, human resources and brand management. While it is probably not advisable for a CFO to demonstrate wild creativity with numbers, companies like Google's and Pixar's create living work environments that foster better and (dare I say it?) more creative solutions and products. It's not so much about treating the employee well – it's about unlocking the best and brightest ideas. Companies like Google and Pixar trust their employees, which in turn allows them to come up with the best possible ideas. Google employees have a half hour "time out" in a darkened room with fish tanks and private cabins that allow for employees to take care of their personal telephone conversations or pay a bill online. Pixar provides a running
trail and free film screenings. The logic is simple: When everyone isn't miserable and stressed, they come up with better policies and make better workplace decisions.
Picture this: A customer, interested in purchasing a new cell phone, is asked to choose a phone out of 12 mobile phones. Each phone has almost identical attributes and qualities, but one stands out. Why? Because it tells a story — it inspires and speaks to the customer in a way that the others do not, and it does this with conviction and passion.
5. Crafting a great story – and the courage to stand by it Beyond just crafting a unique and inspiring story and integrating it into all levels of the brand, the most creative global brands all have one thing in common: the courage to trust their instincts. Being truly creative often feels uncomfortable – you can never be sure if your idea is good or bad. In some areas, market trends and research can help to deliver a degree of certainty, but at the end of the day it all comes down to instinct and passion for the idea. Overall, this is what separates a success story from a no-story. This is particularly true today, when brands face the challenge of enticing skeptical customers who are less likely to spend in the recession. Conclusion In the end, the difference between a mediocre idea and a good one dictates who sinks or swims. Creativity and great stories simplify customers' decisions, increase sales and provide opportunities to differentiate your brand. The brands mentioned here have invaluable aspects instilled into their business philosophy: creativity, ideas
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The art of an idea: The storytelling of the most creative global brands
The most creative brands stand out because they inspire and excite us. They tell stories that take us on journeys and make lasting imprints on our lives. And who knows? Someday soon, we may see the first Best Global Brand company hire a creative director to sit on their board in a gesture that will declare to the world an all-tooforgotten reality: the most effective business strategies are conceived when the left-side of the brain is joined with the right. â–
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Gion-Men Kruegel-Hanna Gion-Men Kruegel is Executive Creative Director of Interbrand in London. Gion-Men is responsible for the quality, leadership and execution of all matters concerning brand creation. He infuses new ways of thinking and concept development into the creation of brands and their respective experiences.
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ARMAGH -- National Honor Society is an organization that is based on four pillars -- scholarship, leadership, character and service. Thus, it is only natural that members of NHS take a leadership role by organizing projects to benefit our community.
Recently, United High School's NHS oversaw two charitable activities. These events included the traditional Penny War and an impromptu Hurricane Sandy relief project.
The Penny War is a competition to raise money for the Teddy Bear Fund Drive, which benefits the children in the pediatric unit at Indiana Regional Medical Center. The Penny War works like this -- homerooms compete against each other to collect donations, but the donations must be in the form of pennies. If any silver (or money not in the form of pennies) is collected, a homeroom is penalized, so homerooms strategically "bomb" each other with silver in order to win the war.
The winning homerooms from the junior high and the senior high each receive a prize for being top penny raisers.
This year's senior high homeroom winner was Molly Flanagan's and Lori Gilbert's homeroom, and this year's junior high homeroom winner was Brian Manges' and Ben Saylor's homeroom.
The overall top fundraiser was Robert Penrose and Lorraine Allman's homeroom.
Because of these efforts, said senior NHS member Sabrina Butler, "The penny war this year raised over $1,200 for the Teddy Bear Fund Drive!"
The other charitable event that NHS organized was a collection for victims of Hurricane Sandy.
Although this event was somewhat impromptu -- as senior NHS member Dylan Adams stated, "obviously, you can't plan a hurricane" -- members of NHS decided that they really needed to be involved in helping people recover from this natural disaster.
Thus, United students and staff donated clothes, hygiene materials, books and food for the people whose lives were disrupted by the hurricane.
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Ali recovers from knockdown to beat Krupp
By Mariano A. Agmi and Matt Richardson at ringside
Former 2008 Olympian Sadam Ali picked himself up off the canvas to defeat Jay Krupp in the main event of a Golden Boy-promoted card on Monday night at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Ali (17-0, 10 KO's) won a unanimous eight-round decision via scores of 79-72, 78-71 and 77-72, in front of a hometown crowd of 3,059. After exchanging knockdowns (Ali was down in the first, Krupp in the third), the fight settled into a pace of Ali boxing from the outside while Krupp looked for one shot to repeat his success from earlier in the bout. Krupp went down again toward the very end of the fight after taking a hard right.
Krupp (17-6, 8 KO's) came out aggressively in the first and landed a good left hook. Both men exchanged wild hooks that landed on their mark. Krupp appeared to be hurt worse than his opponent and it caused the crowd to roar for the Brooklyn-based Ali. Ali got cocky in the last ten seconds of the round, however, and tried to put Krupp away. Krupp responded by landing a beautiful left hook that deposited Ali on the canvas. Ali rose with a smile on his face and the bell rang shortly after to conclude the frame, preventing Krupp from reengaging with his opponent.
Both men came out more cautiously to start the second round. Krupp looked for an opening to connect with his left hook but often missed and instead took leather in the form of a right from Ali. Krupp walked into a big right and was put down on a left hook in the third. The crowd jumped to it's feet in anticipation of an abbreviated ending but once the action continued, Krupp largely held his own. He absorbed a series of hard punches but continued to throw hard shots back in return. Ali ended the round by connecting with a straight right to the jaw of Krupp along the ropes.
The action in the fight fell off significantly from there but the two fighters exchanged decent punches in the final minute of the seventh. It looked like Ali was going to box his way through the remainder of the last round but a hard right dropped Krupp again toward the end of the eighth. Krupp rose and tried to return the favor but there was not enough time to wipe out the deficit he had incurred up to that point. – Matt Richardson
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In the co-main event, Newark's Michael "The Artist" Perez won a hard fought unanimous decision against tough Mexican Miguel "Dinamita" Zuniga. With the win, Perez picks up the WBA Fedelatin junior welterweight title. Perez showed superior speed from the opening frame, catching Zuniga with quick left hooks and left uppercuts. Zuniga began to pressure in round two, looking to get close to land short left hooks and right hands. For his part, Perez elected to circle and counter with quick combinations as the fighters trade left hooks at the bell. Perez switched tactics in round three, launching lead right hands and using movement to avoid the majority of Zuniga's shots. Zuniga began to focus on Perez's body to slow the Puerto Rican down.
Zuniga occasionally closed the distance, only to be greeted by a series of quick shots. Perez came alive in round five, landing a flurry of combinations that scored points bud did not hurt Zuniga, who continued to plod forward. Perez over-relied on his left hand, landing hooks and uppercuts whenever Zuniga trapped him but not throwing enough right hands. Zuniga's pressure finally began paying dividends in round six, as he absorbed Perez's punches to land a great right hand followed by an uppercut towards the end of the round. Zuniga continued plodding forward in round seven, focusing on Perez's body and occasionally landing upstairs. By the end of the round, Perez was bleeding from a cut below his left eye and one above his right eye.
Thanks to Zuniga's pressure, the fighters collided more and more in the later rounds. Perez seemed to hurt the Mexican in round nine, but he did not press the action and Zuniga recovered to stalk Perez in the final stanza. The judges scored the bout 99-91 (2x) and 96-94 for Perez. – Mariano A. Agmi
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The swing bout of the night featured two undefeated lightweights, as Manny Gonzalez (13-0, 7 KOs) of the Bronx pounded out a four round unanimous decision over Puerto Rico's Noel Echevarria (11-1, 6 KOs).
Gonzalez landed a huge counter right hand at the end of round two that caused blood to spew out of Echevarria's mouth. Echevarria walked into another straight right hand in round three and was almost dropped, but the Puerto Rican was able to recover. Echevarria's best moment in the bout came when he spun and dropped Gonzalez in round four, earning a warning from the referee. Noel showed lots of energy but not enough effective aggression, dropping the decision and his perfect record by scores of 40-36 (3x) – Mariano A. Agmi
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Former 2012 Olympian Marcus Browne continued to advance in the professional ranks but he had his hands full with Lamont Williams on the undercard. In a light heavyweight affair, Browne went to the scorecards for the first time to win an eight-round unanimous decision against the tough and unintimidated Williams. Judges scores read 79-72, twice, and 76-75 for the still unbeaten Browne.
Browne (7-0, 6 KO's) came out tentatively in the opening round, perhaps looking to put some rounds under his belt (the southpaw had never fought past the third round). The fight got a little messier in the second round when referee David Fields had to break up some nasty clinches as both men tried to hit and hold. Fields had to talk to both men again in the third after Browne slipped a shot in between the guard of Williams as the referee was breaking another clinch. Williams (5-2-1, 2 KO's) went down at the end of the round but the touch to the canvas was ruled a slip. Browne was deducted a point in the fifth round for head butting his opponent.
Browne appeared frustrated by his inability to land anything of consequence and he fought dirty in the clinches, which were often. Williams was unable to put together a significant series of punches together himself, however, and appeared to initiate much of the holding. By the final round, Browne was in full control, landing a left hook in the last ten seconds before the bell rang.
"It was definitely a dirty fight but it was a good learning experience," Browne said directly after the fight ended. "You can't knock everybody out." – Matt Richardson
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In a mild upset, Derrick Bivens (1-1-2) held Claude Staten Jr. (1-0-1) to a four round majority draw in a junior bantamweight bout. Bivens, of Philadelphia, PA, was able to match the well regarded Brooklynite in speed and ability. Staten Jr. could not do enough to separate himself from his opponent after four competitive rounds. Judges scores read 38-38 (2x) and 40-36 for Bivens. – Mariano A. Agmi
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In the opening bout, Jamel Herring improved to 5-0 (3 KOs), with a technical knockout over Springfield, Missouri's Justin Robbins (2-4, 1 KO) Herring, a lightweight out of Coram, NY, employed a steady body attack in round two that significantly slowed down Robbins. Taking advantage of his much longer reach, the southpaw landed stinging right hooks and long left hands in round three that had Bevens holding on to catch a breather. Just as the round was coming to a close, Herring landed a big left hand to the head that convinced Bevens not to come out for round four. – Mariano A. Agmi
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In a super middleweight bout, D'Mitrius Ballard won his third professional fight with an easy four-round beatdown of Lekan Byfield. All three judges submitted identical scores of 40-36 for the unbeaten Ballard. Byfield started the fight by sprinting out to the center of the ring but was soon met with a combination that put him in a backward direction. That would be the way the lanky Byfield was forced for the remainder of the bout as Ballard seemingly landed any punch he wanted to, wobbling his opponent regularly. Byfield came out aggressively in the final round, seeming to know he needed a knockout to secure a victory. He actually connected with some decent shots in the corner but Ballard was able to slip his way out of the predicament and was soon punching back himself to secure the shut-out decision. Ballard is now 3-0 with two wins via stoppage while Byfield dropped to 3-6-2 overall. – Matt Richardson


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I will win. Why? I'll tell you why—because I have faith, courage, and enthusiasm! Today, I'll meet the right people in the right place at the right time for the betterment of all. I see opportunity in every challenge. I am terrific at remembering names. When I fail, I look at what I did right, [Read More…]
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I just published an essay entitled "A Tale of Two Americas" over at the American Spectator on the 2013 Super Bowl commercials. I make the point that the ads reveal the cultural divide in America, or the "two Americas." There's Calvin Klein America, which is sexually obsessed and selfishly motivated, as seen in a ridiculous [Read More…]
Hanging Out with Francis Schaeffer on a Friday Night in College
Was Francis Schaeffer significant? Was he significant for you? He was for me. I've got a piece up at the Gospel Coalition entitled "Everything But the Knickers: The Enduring Influence of Francis Schaeffer" that offers a brief apologetic for his importance. Here's a snatch from it: In a news cycle driven by the latest quotes [Read More…]
Remembering 9/11: Up and In
We have heard their stories often in the previous decade. The fire fighters of New York City who streamed into the two towers of the World Trade Center to rescue the hundreds of people who were trapped in them. The names are available on nondescript web pages: Joseph Agnello, Sean Hanley, Robert Parro, William Wren. [Read More…]
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I found this searing piece in Men's Health–not the typical source for articles filed under "searing." But this essay by Hamilton Cain about his physically challenged son, Owen, is one of the most life-affirming stories I have read in a long time. It's entitled "My Son, Solved" and it comes highly recommended from another Owen. Note [Read More…]
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All those box office superheroes wouldn't seem to have a strong connection to American spirituality, would they? Aren't those silly movies simply the big-screen realization of the adolescent fantasies of adult men? Well, maybe they are. But as a Vanity Fair blog (not linked due to content) recently suggested, perhaps there's more of a spiritual [Read More…]


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On Tuesday, Energy Secretary Steven Chu revealed a strategy designed to reduce oil imports and slash pollution, one that could shift billions of research dollars towards plug-in vehicles and modernizing our grid. In its first-ever "Quadrennial Technology Review," (PDF) the DOE prioritized research that it deems could be ready for commercialization within ten years. Plug-in vehicles grabbed a spot on the list.
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In all, the DOE-QTR emphasis six key strategies: increasing vehicle efficiency; electrification of the light-duty fleet; deployment of alternative fuels; increasing industrial efficiency; modernizing the electrical grid; and deployment of clean electricity. The DOE's spending totaled $3 billion in fiscal year 2011, so investing billions of dollars into plug-ins would certainly make sense in a multi-year plan.The stakes are high for our country, and I am optimistic that we can still lead the world in technological innovation. With this QTR, we bind together multiple energy technologies with the goal of transforming our energy system. By unleashing technological innovation, we can help create new jobs and industries while building a cleaner, more efficient, and more competitive economy.
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WASHINGTON, DC – The Energy Department today released it's inaugural Quadrennial Technology Review report (DOE-QTR) – an assessment of the Department's energy technology research and development portfolios. The DOE-QTR establishes a robust framework for the Department's energy technology activities, including principles it can use to prioritize its technology research and development. Inspired by the Quadrennial Defense Review, the DOE-QTR was recommended by the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) as an initial step toward a government-wide Quadrennial Energy Review to help formulate a national energy policy.
"Innovation in energy technology is going to be central to solving our energy challenges," said John P. Holdren, Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and Co-Chair of PCAST. "New energy technologies can reduce the cost of energy services to firms and families, improve the productivity of manufacturing, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, increase the reliability and resilience of our energy infrastructure, and reduce the risks from climate change, even as they strengthen and sustain U.S. competitiveness in global markets."
"With this QTR, we bind together multiple energy technologies with the goal of transforming our energy system," said U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu. "By unleashing technological innovation, we can help create new jobs and industries while building a cleaner, more efficient, and more competitive economy."
In an effort to address our nation's challenges, energy security and U.S. competitiveness, the DOE-QTR defines six key strategies: increase vehicle efficiency; electrification of the light duty fleet; deploy alternative fuels; increase building and industrial efficiency; modernize the electrical grid; and deploy clean electricity. Findings of the DOE-QTR include:
DOE should give greater emphasis to the transport sector relative to the stationary sector.
Among the transport strategies, DOE will devote its greatest effort to electrification of the vehicle fleet, a sweet spot for pre-competitive DOE R&D.
Within the stationary heat and power sector, the DOE-QTR finds that the Department should increase emphasis on efficiency and understanding the grid. It states that the Department's role as a source of information and as a convener of interested parties, two functions that are often underestimated, are unique and indispensible in advancing energy technologies.
Finally, the DOE-QTR highlights the need for the Department to develop stronger, more integrated policy, economics, and technical analyses of its research and development activities.
"With nearly 90% of the energy system owned and operated by the private sector, the DOE-QTR recognizes that the Department is not the sole agent in transforming the system," said DOE Under Secretary Steven Koonin. "Through discussions with hundreds of energy stakeholders, we have learned that, beyond our technology development activities, the Department's unique role as a convener and source of accurate techno-economic information is a great public benefit."
The DOE-QTR binds together multiple energy technologies, as well as multiple DOE energy technology programs, in the common purpose of solving our energy challenges. The DOE-QTR provides a multi-year framework for program planning by looking at a broader longer-term view than the annual budget process; allowing the Department to provide the consistent and predictable support necessary to for the success of our research, development, and demonstration activities.


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Near me staggers Billy, his left side completely paralyzed since he was released from the "White House."
She said it was what she always used in Africa for bull-calves with the staggers.
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staggers the brain of man to think of carrying that across the continent!
He staggers the last yard or two and falls into Joyce's arms, that are opened wide to receive him.
Yes, yes, every word you say is true, Dick; but the daring of it all staggers me.
I dont mind any a good hot fight with the odds on the other side, but I admit this staggers me.
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Posted: Sat Nov 02, 2013 2:16 pm
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For the Vikings as of right now
Tier 1
1. QB [Obvious]
2. CB [Multiple]
3. LB [Any Linebacker as Greenway seems to be regressing]
4. S [A Great Coverage safety beside Harrison would be nasty]
Tier 2
1. LG [RG could be potentially upgraded but it's much more sorely needed at LG]
2. NT [A good replacement for Phat Pat is still yet to be found and the defense has never been quite the same since he left]
3. RB Depth [Just don't see Toby coming back and AP is coming up on 30.]
4. DE [I believe the Vikings will go forward wtih Robison and Griffen, If thats the case it would just be another 3rd DE for the rotation.
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Jets Needs:
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Jets Needs:
OG too, if we don't retain Willie Colon.
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For the Bills: Top 3 needs, anyways, IMHO.
#1. A young, relentless, pass-rushing 3-4 OLB/DE to pressure the QB on the other side of Mario Williams. Khalil Mack would be an ideal selection.
#2. A quality starting left guard. I don't think they look for one in the 1st round, but if they did, they'd almost certainly have their pick of the litter.
#3. A true receiving threat at the TE position that creates automatic mismatches. I can't tell you how pleased I would be if we drafted Ebron in the 1st.
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Posted: Sun Nov 10, 2013 7:49 am
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Pats Needs:
Interior O-Line (G or C)
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Posted: Thu Nov 14, 2013 1:16 am
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For the Panthers, our top 3 needs:
Not necessarily in that order.
If we draft an OT in the 1st round, he better be a left tackle type. We need help on both sides, but we're going to need a left tackle soon. Gross is getting up there in age. I can handle a right tackle in the 2nd or 3rd, just not in the 1st.
WR, same as OT. Steve Smith is getting up there and dropping too many passes that hit him in the hands. We'll need a play-making #1 WR soon. Can't afford to draft a complimentary WR in round 1.
CB may end up as the 1st round pick due to how the talent stacks up. Most boards I've seen have the CBs falling to the lower end of the 1st round rather than higher. In other words, not as much elite CB talent. It looks like we'll be picking in the lower half this year. #1 WRs and LOTs may be gone when we pick.
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Posted: Tue Dec 03, 2013 4:49 pm
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Rams Needs Updated 3/28
1. FS - Rams had a second year undrafted free agent starting at the position, McLeod, who is probably more of a 3rd safety than starter.
2. OL - Saffold resigned and he can play OT if Long isn't ready at the season's start. Rams have a hole at LG. OT is a need but more of a 3rd OT. They could still end up with a 1st round OT if they end up loving one of the top prospects and they could kick them inside to LG upon Long's return.
3. CB - Rams cut Finnegan, so they need another corner to play the nickle at minimum. Rams play in the nickle formation a lot.
4. WR - Rams may need another depending on how front office feels about Quick/Givens development. Could be an early pick in the draft.
5. DT - Need more depth behind their starters Brockers and Langford.
6. Backup QB - The Rams have signed Hill and may draft a QB in later rounds to develop
7. RB - Could see them spending a late pick to add more competition behind Stacy.
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Well, as of right now here's how I see it for the Chargers:
OLB - The biggest Achilles heel of this season's Chargers defense has been a lack of pass-rush, particularly from the edge, which has trailed out to all those other things which lack of pass-rush tends to expose/prevent like inability to generate turnovers. Dwight Freeney will be 33 and coming off of season ending surgery. Jarret Johnson is more run-defender than pass-rusher and may become a cap-casualty. Melvin Ingram has shown plenty of potential, but to this point that's all he is - and he's coming off an injury. Moreover, Ingram is a significantly better fit as a SOLB because of his ability to play the run and drop into coverage, so the team still has a great need on the weak side where we simply lack any kind of quality athleticism. One of the two most pressing needs on the team.
NT - Cam Thomas is in a contract year and a make-or-break season which has been far, far more break than make. The only guys behind him on the depth chart are rookie UDFA's Kwame Geathers and Byron Jerideau. The defense has regressed notably and Cam not only fails to get push but gets pushed back consistently, and his lack of playing such that he demands double-teams (as his predecessors Aubrayo Franklin, Antonio Garay, and Jamal Williams all did) has directly led to a regression in the production of his starting line-mates Corey Liuget and Kendall Reyes, both of who looked in 2012 poised to become a truly special duo. This is the only need greater than edge-rusher on the team, if only because of scarcity of the position.
Interior OL - I realize that many people look at the Chargers roster, see the name King Dunlap and think that there's no way the LOT can't be a need. And yes, if the concussion issues persist with him, that may well be the case. However, Coach Joe D'Alessandris' blocking scheme is less about having "studs" at the positions and far more about chemistry, teamwork, and having the athleticism and size to carry out the job. Look at D'Alessandris' past lines in Buffalo and Kansas City, very rarely did he require a premium pick be spent on the players to produce high-quality lines (most of the lines were constructed out of 2nd round and later prospects). The fact that DJ Fluker (someone who many felt as a prospect would have to kick inside to guard) has been able to be serviceable as the teams LOT in past weeks, illustrates this point. However, on the interior of the line Chad Rinehart is a UFA, Jeromey Clary is overpaid (will be 4th-highest salary on the team next season) for his below-average ability, and Nick Hardwick is in the twilight of his career. Johnnie Troutman has shown he can very likely fill one of those guard spots, but if Rinehart isn't re-signed, guard is a pressing need (lest the team be forced to keep Clary), and ideally, the team would likely like to have whatever successor to Hardwick is brought in deputize at guard for a season or two, as Coach D did with Eric Wood.
RB - Everything about how this front office handled the running back situation this offseason signals that they're going to give Mathews one final (first under this administration) chance to prove he can stay healthy and be a consistent contributor, but otherwise he's likely headed for the unemployment line. Doubt this will be viewed as a 1st round need, particularly given Whisenhunt and McCoy's recent tendencies towards RBBC. I doubt this is even a 2nd or 3rd round look, unless someone with 1st round grade falls to round 3 (a la Keenan Allen this year). But at the very least, someone will be brought in to take Ronnie Brown's duties and to push Mathews.
SS* - The asterisk is largely because this team doesn't need a traditional in-the-box safety, if the guy can't cover he's pretty worthless in our system. However, Brandon Taylor has been "healthy" and back in practice for quite some time now and has yet to push Marcus Gilchrist from the position. Gilchrist is, ideally, a better fit at nickel back. And in our system, if we can create viable pass-rush, quality safeties are of greater import than top-notch corners.
CB - Currently a lot of question marks. This is largely because it's been truly difficult to get a gauge on any of our corners because of lack of pass-rush and many of them being played largely against their strengths by our current scheme/coordinator. We've largely taken corners who are better fit for press-man and played them off-man with 8-yard cushions and then provided them minimal pass-rush. Under those conditions most corners would fail. Either way, with the way in which Derek Cox's contract was structured, he's going to get at least another year before he becomes a cap casualty. 2013 draft pick Steve Williams will be returning from the IR as a relative unknown but a 4th round investment all the same. A corner being drafted on the first two days wouldn't shock me in the slightest, but if we don't address the pass-rush or continue to set our secondary up to fail with scheme, no matter how good a corner prospect is, he's going to do us little good.
OT - This position is in somewhat the same state as WR was with the 2013 draft, not a glaring "need" despite what some may want to paint it as (due to us not having "a stud"), but if incredible value were to fall to say the 2nd or 3rd round (i.e. a player a full round or two higher in terms of value), I could see the front office spending the pick on the position. We like big, athletic dancing bears though - and typically guys who can play multiple positions (i.e. tackles that can play guard, guards that can play center, centers that can play guard).
WR - Not a huge need, but I can certainly see the team looking into a project guy who might offer something in terms of height, return ability, and gadget-play use. Vincent Brown has regressed this year. Malcom Floyd is getting long in the tooth and simply doesn't stay healthy for full seasons. The thing is, Rivers has shown he can work with just about anyone capable of running the correct route and catching the damn ball. The coaching staff has already intimated that we'll see lots more of Ladarius Green moving forward, so until such a time as Gates retires, there will likely be more two TE sets deployed or Green will be split out in the slot.
5-Tech - Yes, even with Liuget and Reyes on the roster. Fact remains that with the two drafted so closely together that if both pan out well, we'll likely only be able to retain one realistically under current salary cap structure. We've benefited from both managing to stay healthy this season as well, but our depth isn't all that fantastic at the position - Sean Lissemore shows promise, as does Lawrence Guy, but certainly not anything to the level yet that you pass on fallen value on Day 3 if it's there.
ILB* - If Donald Butler leaves in free agency (which isn't likely, but possible) this jumps up above everything but OLB, NT, and CB/S, unless the team plans to kick Ingram inside (not likely). Either way, the team could stand to upgrade in the later rounds in terms of depth as all our ILB's have battle injuries this year and last.
Bumping with update.
Should be noted that the Chargers don't draft at straight need, rather at the "Best Value on the board at one of several positions of need".
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DE-Osi's over the hill and the rookies are nothing more than mediocre
DT-Babs is decent but otherwise the cupboard's bare
OT-We're stuck with Baker for a while, but Lamar Holmes should be replaced at RT
OG-Reynolds is godawful, Blalock isn't much better
C-Hard to give up on Konz so quickly but he has shown nothing to this point
FS-Decoud is one of the most overrated players in the league
OLB-I like Worrilow at MLB but we need depth on the outside
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Strat wrote:
DE-Osi's over the hill and the rookies are nothing more than mediocre
DT-Babs is decent but otherwise the cupboard's bare
OT-We're stuck with Baker for a while, but Lamar Holmes should be replaced at RT
OG-Reynolds is godawful, Blalock isn't much better
C-Hard to give up on Konz so quickly but he has shown nothing to this point
FS-Decoud is one of the most overrated players in the league
OLB-I like Worrilow at MLB but we need depth on the outside
Blalock is muuuuuuuuch much much better than Reynolds. Still, OG is undoubtedly our biggest need.
Falcons Needs, in order:
2) DE/Pass Rusher
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DE/LB Vic Beasley: 26 Tackles, 4 Sacks, 2 Forced Fumble, 1 Intercption.
WR Roddy White: 43 Receptions, 506 yards, 1 TD.
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(Updated: 2/27/14)
List of Picks:
1, 2 KC (A.Smith), 2, 3 TEN (13 Draft), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 NO (P.Haralson), 7 CAR (C.Jones), 7
Major Needs:
CB - Brown, Wright and Cox are FA's and Brown will likely go elsewhere for more money. Rogers will likely get cut unless he restructures. Leaves Brock & Culliver as 1/2 and Wright or Cox (whoever is re-signed) vs a high pick (1st/2nd) for the #3. Loser would be the #4 spot. Darryl Morris will be a ST guy and the likely #5 or 6 guy. Could also see a 3rd-5th rounder taken as well and he'd end up 5 or 6.
SS - Whitner could be gone. If he is we would trade up for Clinton-Dix or Pryor or take one in round 2. If he is back maybe mid-late round depth to challenge Craig Dahl.
WR - Manningham very likely won't be back, he was a good WR when healthy but he can't stay healthy. Boldin should be back for 2-3 years. Baldwin restructured but could still not make the team. Osgood should be re-signed for ST, he was outstanding. I see it as Crabtree, Boldin, Patton vs 1st/2nd, loser of #3, #5 could be Chuck Jacobs (PS) or 3rd-5th Rd guy, #6 Osgood ST.
C or C/G Combo? - Kilgore was just extend so he should be the future at C. Could see us getting a 3rd round-4th round C/G combo guy to compete with him/backup C and G spot.
Possible Depth Needs:
DE, 3rd T, 2nd and/or 3rd QB
Edit: Update - Cam Johnson 7th Rd from Colts is for 2015, Not This Year.
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49ers_52 wrote:
(Updated: 12/06/13)
List of Picks:
1, 2, 2 KC (A.Smith), 3 TEN (13 Draft), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 7 CAR (C.Jones), 7 INDY (C.Johnson), 7 NO (P.Haralson)
Major Needs:
CB - Brown and Wright are FA's and Brown will likely go elsewhere for more money. Rogers will likely get cut unless he restructures. Leaves Brock and Culliver as 1/2 and Wright if re-signed/High Pick for the #3. Darryl Morris will be a ST guy and the #4 or 5. I think we use a 1st or 2nd on a CB to play #3/4. Maybe another mid rounder if Wright isn't back or just to compete with Morris for 5/6.
SS - Whitner could be gone after this season. If so not sure I'd use a 1st on a SS unless it's Clinton-Dix and we convert him to SS. I think 2nd round is better value.
WR - Manningham and Boldin are free agents after this year. Leaves us with Crabtree, Patton and Baldwin (unless cut) for next year. Could be anywhere from a 1st to 3rd round need depending on if Boldin and/or Manningham are back. Could even go with 2 guys if Manningham isn't back. Crabtree, Boldin, Patton/High Pick, DP and/or Baldwin
C? - Goodwin will likely be gone to save money and get younger. Depending on if they believe in Kilgore or not could be a high need. Could see us getting a 3rd round C/G combo guy to compete with Kilgore.
Possible Depth Needs:
DE, 3rd T, 2nd and/or 3rd QB, C/G Combo (if no C taken earlier)
Potential Outlook:
1.CB 2.SS 2.WR 3.CB 3.WR/DE/3rd T/CG Combo
3.Goldson Comp? (If so 1 of options not taken with last pick.)
It's hard to say without knowing who will be back but CB and WR will very likely be picked high. SS as well if Whitner is gone. After that we have plenty of options with 2 or 3 3rds (goldson comp?). DE, 3rd T, CG Combo, WR, QB are all possible picks from the 3rd on out.
I'd agree with the positions, but I think the 49ers will put a heavier emphasis on the wide receiver position during the draft rather than cornerback. I think they are comfortable moving forward with Culliver and Brock on the outside, and I feel like they'll resign Wright and Morris is still in the fold. I think they'll draft one fairly early (likely 2nd or 3rd), but I don't see any way in which that first round pick is anything other than a wide receiver. Boldin and Manningham are both free agents, and while it's possible they resign Boldin (depending on what he's asking), I think Rio is all but gone. Baldwin will almost assuredly be a salary cap cut (that was pretty much the entire reason we traded for him I think, and the cap savings would be about 1.5). That basically leaves the team with Crabtree and Patton.
Stupid NFL coaches and their need to reach for quarterbacks....
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For the Packers (in no particular order)
QB - We've seen the Packers with Aaron Rodgers, and now without him. And without him, it's ugly. The Packers certainly aren't going to invest a high pick into another QB since they just gave Rodgers that mega-extension so it seems more likely they'll grab a late round developmental guy like an A.J. McCarron to be the #2. The Packers do like Scott Tolzien, and Matt Flynn has history so there will likely be a competition for that last spot.
TE - Even before Jermichael Finley ended his season ending injury, he was a free agent at the end of the year. Between the medical uncertainties and his past contractual demands means that he could end up leaving Green Bay. Our #2 TE, Andrew Quarless is a free agent at the end of the year as well but he hasn't really shown much development after his return from his gruesome knee injury. Behind that, they've got a special teams ace (Ryan Taylor) and a pair of tight ends the Packers coaching staff was high on but short in production. The role of the TE in our offense is up for discussion, but there is no doubt that a big time TE threat could really open up offense.
OT - Right now, we've got three offensive tackles (Bryan Bulaga, David Bakhtiari, and Derek Sherrod) for two positions. Problem is that none of them have seemed to be able to take a hold of a position and keep it. Bulaga is coming off of ACL surgery this year, and Sherrod finally got his first meaningful snaps almost two years after his ugly leg injury. Hopefully we will see more of him before the season ends to find out what we've got. David Bakhtiari has filled in admirably at LT, but he hasn't been great. Many viewed him as a potential center prospect leading up to last year's draft, so there is a possibility that injuries and FA departures could see him move to center. The Packers probably won't invest a high pick into this position unless they see a top not tackle fall to their spot.
C - EDS is a free agent to be, and JC Tretter who was drafted to be the long term center had a bad ankle injury that shut him down for the year. Reports are coming out that he's looked good in recent weeks when he's started practiced but he hasn't played a meaningful snap here. The Packers could also opt to move Bakh here if Derek Sherrod shows he can play well down the stretch.
ILB - AJ Hawk and Brad Jones are both well below-average players, as both are liabilities in different ways (Hawk in coverage, Jones against the run). Jamari Lattimore looked good in limited playing time, but he hasn't been able to get the starting ILB spot away without injury. The problem is that ILB isn't a high valuable position in our defense, so it's unlikely they invest a high pick here. Upgrades are definitely needed, but given Ted's tendencies it doesn't seem likely. After all, Ted gave Brad Jones an extension earlier this aeyr.
OLB - Clay Matthews and Nick Perry are two very good pass rushers, but even then do you really want to wear them out by playing 80% of the snaps? No, they're going to get worn down so adding a third pass rusher is the smart thing to do to help keep Perry and Matthews fresher and hopefully will prevent them from getting more injuries.
CB - This has a LOT to do with FA. Right now, Sam Shields is set to hit free agency and Tramon Williams could very well be a cap casualty. Right now, we've got our #1 (Sam Shields) and slot (Casey Heyward) corners but that #2 corner really hasn't developed like we had hoped. Davon House shows glimpses, but then gets burned the next play and Micah Hyde is a rookie this year. I could see them investing a semi-high pick into a corner, but probably not a first round pick.
FS - This by far our #1 need, and has been since Nick Collins wasn't medically cleared to return from his neck injury. Ideally, we'd pair a centerfield FS type next to Morgan Burnett.
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I'd agree with the positions, but I think the 49ers will put a heavier emphasis on the wide receiver position during the draft rather than cornerback. I think they are comfortable moving forward with Culliver and Brock on the outside, and I feel like they'll resign Wright and Morris is still in the fold. I think they'll draft one fairly early (likely 2nd or 3rd), but I don't see any way in which that first round pick is anything other than a wide receiver. Boldin and Manningham are both free agents, and while it's possible they resign Boldin (depending on what he's asking), I think Rio is all but gone. Baldwin will almost assuredly be a salary cap cut (that was pretty much the entire reason we traded for him I think, and the cap savings would be about 1.5). That basically leaves the team with Crabtree and Patton.
I think Boldin will be back for another year or 2 and if he is then they are picking for the #3 WR to fight it out with Patton assuming Manningham is gone. Baldwin could be cut you are right. I would agree could very well be 1st round WR even if Boldin is back but if not no doubt should be 1st round. If he is I'd be fine with anything from 1-3rd round and someone to compete with Patton for #3. As for CB I see Wright coming back but not sure he is a #3. Maybe 4 and Morris 5. I think Wright will battle the pick for the #3 spot and could be anywhere from 1st round - 3rd round. I guess I should say 1. CB/WR 2. whatever not in 1st 2. SS but the 2 seconds will likely only be a few picks a part so not sure it matters if I put SS or CB/WR first. Oh and back to WR Crabtree is also a FA so we could be picking to replace him but I don't think that happens. I'd tag him in 2015 if we can't work something out even if it cost 10.5-11 mil. I hope he wants to be back and gives us a good deal since he already made 38 or so from his rookie deal. I hope it's something like 5 years 45-50 million. 55-60 we might do but that's pushing it. I'd probably max out at 50-55...
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Halogen bulbs keep burning in the basement
Hi all, y'all seem quite knowledgeable, so I hope someone has an inkling as to what might be going on. We bought our house about 3 years ago, with a finished basement.
In the basement, there were four light fixtures with three GU10 sockets each, with halogen bulbs. They are controlled by two dimmer switches, two fixtures to a dimmer. When we moved in, we kept the original fixtures in the basement, but we changed and installed new fixtures (again, GU10 sockets with halogens) in the rest of the house.
We noticed very early on that bulbs in the basement would go out a lot quicker than the advertised duration, and for the longest time, we blamed the cheap bulbs we were buying at Costco, but we also noticed that the bulbs in the rest of the house didn't go out nearly as quickly, if at all.
Eventually, we took a shot in the dark and decided to blame the light fixtures in the basement, so we went out to the store and bought four new fixtures. I installed these myself. I'm not much of an electrician, but I've done a few such operations in the house (fixtures, switches, outlets...)
Well, that didn't fix it. It's been only a few months, and out of the 12 bulbs, 7 are already burned, and we hardly even use the basement nowadays. The annoying thing is that nowhere else in the house does this happen.
Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appreciated :)
Mr16 and gu10 bulbs are notorious for blowing fast partly due to the intense heat they generate. If you run them at 30 percent or so you may get the 20000 hours out of them but at full bright they'll blow like crazy. I suspect that the basement lights are less ventilated than the upstairs. If you use led replacements you will find they last longer but they don't dim nearly as well unless you get the right bulbs.
Thanks Andrew for the pretty quick response. I see what you mean, I don't think I'd considered the overheating aspect of it. The upstairs is a lot better ventilated yeah, and we have A/C upstairs as well.
Now, my wife has convinced herself that the wiring for the lighting in the basement is most likely at fault. Is there a chance that might be the case besides the heating issue?
Halogen? It's worth reading up on it.....
The issue with Halogen bulbs is that if you put them on dimmers....you defeat the purpose of the halogen gas.
As a tungston bulb burns, it spits off molecules of tungston......notice how a burned out bulb has a gray look on the glass? That is tungston.
A Halogen bulb is the same as a regualr incandescent bulb....except that it has halogen gas in it. The idea is that when the tungston filement gets up to a hot enough temp...and starts to spit off tungston molecules....the tungston gas re-deposits the tungston back onto the filement...
But, when you put the halogen bulb on a dimmer...it does not get as hot...hence, the filement wears out like any normal incandescent bulb.
I don't have this problem......I use CFL's.
My first thought would be that the heat that these lamps produce, along with vibration of footsteps directly above them could explain why the basement ones burn out faster. If you have kids, I would suspect this is the case. The actual wiring shouldn't be an issue.
Not sure where the idea that dimming a halogen defeats the purpose comes from. Dimming a halogen can make it last up to 20 times longer (dependent on how much/how often it is dimmed).
Vibration could be the issue.
Length of use may factor in. Depending how dark the basement is and how much you use the basement, you could be burning the bulbs 10 hours or more a day, versus 3 or 4 hours for the identical bulb in the upper part of the house. 50 watt gu10's are typically good for about 2000 hours (not dimmed).
12 bulbs at 50 watts each is 600 watts. I give some consideration to CFL's or LEDs to resolve the bulb problem and reduce energy use.
Hence, if you dim them.....your not getting the halogen cycle because the bulb is not hot enough....
"In ordinary incandescent lamps, evaporated tungsten mostly deposits on the bulb. The halogen sets up a reversible chemical reaction cycle with the tungsten evaporated from the filament. The halogen cycle keeps the bulb clean and the light output remains almost constant throughout life."
That the key statement about halogen bulbs. It's more about light clarity than filament life.
When you get to the part about redepositing the tungsten on the filament, it tends to deposit towards the cooler ends, more than it does towards the hot center. So even with redepositing that filament will tend to fail in the center.
If you run a filament cooler, there is less erosion of the filament. (that statement applies to both incandescent and halogen bulbs)
Slowing the erosion on the filament means it will generally last longer than a similar bulb run at full power.
Thanks everyone for the thoughts! I think might look into LED's then.
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On May 16, Veterans and staff at the Charlotte VA outpatient clinic were honored with a visit from Vice Admiral (VADM) Kevin M. McCoy. VADM McCoy is the Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), which is comprised of command staff, headquarters directorates, affiliated Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and numerous field activities. NAVSEA is the largest of the Navy's five system commands, with a fiscal year budget of nearly $30 billion, which represents one quarter of the Navy's entire budget.
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Beef Casserole
Chris Bryant • Johnson City, Tenn.
1-1/2 lbs. Stew beef
1 medium Onion, sliced
4 Carrots, sliced
5 or 7 Potatoes, sliced
2 Tbsp. Sugar
2 Tbsp. Cornstarch
1 (12 oz) can V-8 juice
Salt and Pepper to taste
Cut meat in small pieces, cutting off fat. Put meat into greased casserole dish. Add a layer of onion, a layer of carrots and a layer of potatoes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with sugar and cornstarch. Pour V-8 juice over top and cover casserole tightly with foil. Bake at 250 degrees for 4 hours.
Tomato Shepherds Pie
Diane Klein • Loveland, Colo.
1 lb. Hamburger
1/2 c. Onions, chopped
1/2 c. Green bell peppers, chopped
1 can Cut green beans
1 small can tomato paste
1 can tomatoes
Mashed potatoes
Fry hamburger, onions and then green bell peppers, until brown. Add tomato paste and tomatoes, stir until mixed. Add pinch of salt, pepper, garlic salt, celery salt and all season salt (about a little less than 1/4 teaspoon). Stir again and add green beans and continue stirring until everything is all mixed together. Put in a pyrex dish, cover with mashed potatoes and put butter on top of potatoes. Broil until golden brown.
Stuffed Burgers
Marcey Dyer • Pierce, Colo.
1-1/2 lbs. Ground beef chuck
8 Tbsp. Cheddar cheese, shredded
Salt and Pepper to taste
Gently shape ground beef into four balls. Press your thumb halfway into each to form a well. Pack 2 Tablespoons full of shredded cheese into the middle of each ball. Shape the meat around the cheese and gently form into 3/4-inch thick patties. Chill at least 30 minutes. Preheat grill to medium high and oil the grates. Season patties with salt and pepper. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side.
All in One Goulash Bake
Sharon Raasch • Imperial, Neb.
1 lb. Ground beef
1 (32 oz) jar Spaghetti sauce
1/2 c. Water
1 Green bell pepper, chopped
1 Onion, chopped
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1-1/2 c. Elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 t. Salt
1/2 t. Black pepper
1-1/2 c. Mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
Crumble beef into a microwave-safe 3-quart casserole dish and cook in microwave at 80 percent power for 3-4 minutes, until no pink remains. Stir in spaghetti sauce, water, bell pepper, onion, garlic, uncooked macaroni, salt, pepper and 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Cook at 80 percent power for 15-16 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese over top of goulash and cook at 80 percent power for 1-2 minutes, or until cheese melts. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Beef and Bacon Cheddar Meatballs
Ethel Williams • Papillion, Neb.
2 Tbsp. Olive oil
1 medium Onion, minced
8 oz. Bacon, diced, uncooked
2 lbs. Ground beef
6 oz. Cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 c. Bread crumbs
3 Eggs, lightly beaten
2 Tbsp. Salt
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Brush 13-by-9-inch baking pan with 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet. Add onions and bacon and saute; stirring until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer onions and bacon from the pan to a small plate to cool. Combine bacon, onions and the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix by hand. Roll the mixture into 24, golf ball size meatballs, making sure to pack the meat firmly. Place the balls into the baking dish and roast until cooked through, 18-20 minutes.
Sweet and Sour Meatloaf
Twilight Horst • Fruita, Colo.
1-1/2 lb. Ground beef
1 c. Bread crumbs
1 t. Salt
1/4 t. Pepper
2 Eggs
1 t. Onion, minced
8 oz. Tomato sauce
8 oz. Tomato sauce
2 Tbsp. Brown sugar
2 Tbsp. Vinegar
1/2 c. Sugar
2 t. Mustard
Mix together ground beef, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, eggs, onion and tomato sauce. Lightly shape into a loaf in a 9-by-5-by-3-inch pan. (Too much mixing and handling makes a hard loaf.) Mix together topping ingredients and pour over loaf before baking for a soft flavorful loaf. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. * For a better stay-together-loaf, pour sauce on after baking.
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Eight mortar shells struck Sderot's Hadar district by 8:30 a.m. local time; 6 Qassam missiles exploded in other parts of the W. Negev, causing damage but no casualties. The Hamas military arm, Ezz-e-Din al Qassam announced shortly before 8.00 a.m. that 80 missiles and mortar rounds had been fired at Israeli targets in retaliation for IDF operations.
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The armed wing of Hamas said on Tuesday it had launched rockets into Israel from Gaza to avenge Israeli attacks on West Bank Palestinians, in what would be its first such strikes in five months.
Hamas's armed wing Izz el-Deen al-Qassam said in a statement it had fired up to 30 rockets and 50 mortar shells from the Gaza Strip "in reaction to the continued Zionist crimes against our people in the West Bank and Gaza Strip."
An Israeli army spokesman said six mortar shells were fired from the Gaza Strip early on Tuesday and had fallen in Israel but he could not confirm rocket strikes. There were no reports of casualties.
Hamas, which won a parliamentary election last year, had agreed to a ceasefire in November but had said it would respond to killings of Palestinians. Hamas called Sunday for new attacks on Israel after nine Palestinians, including five militants, were killed by Israel Defense Forces troops in a 24-hour surge of violence over the weekend.
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2.5 stars - disappointing.
Liked the book didn't like the characters.
Really enjoyable reading! Thrilling, interesting twists all the way. I can strongly reccomend it!
couldn't remember seeing a sphinx pay a significant role in the story. I was so lost in the narrative that I'd totally overlooked it. It's there - trust me.
From the beginning of the story, to the end, it gripped me, keeping me wondering whom was on whose side; from where would the danger next come. Once the story got going, I really couldn't put the book down.
Although the novel is couched in the mythology of Egypt and the politics of the recent past, the story doesn't lose the reader in either, and by the end of the story, with the final events that provide the denouement, if your heart doesn't go out to Oliver - the character whose journey the story follows - then either you missed something, or the book's simply not your cup of tea.
A final note, just to prove that the modern day 'First Medjai' gets everywhere, one of the acknowledgements made by the author is to Doctor Zahi Hawas.
Ancient Egypt has a powerful hold on us today. We are drawn to what we see as a mysterious world. We are close to the Pharaohs through their vast monuments and extensive writings, but find much of what they did, or more to the point, why and how they did it, unfathomable. At the core of this fascination is the ancient Egyptian relationship with death and the afterlife. They seem to have a much closer, more intimate relationship with that transition from this world to whatever lies beyond.
Learner has produced an interesting novel exploring how ancient rituals and beliefs can affect us today. This book is driven by changes: Oliver Warnock, the central character, moves from atheist scientist to a believer in an afterlife; the novel is set in the late 1950s as Egypt under Nasser moves to a more Western-oriented, but self-contained culture; the plot moves from an introspective psychological analysis of grief to a more action-oriented adventure.
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hi guys! haven't been on in a while , i know!! I was busy healing though. I was bitten in the chest by the Pitbull dog next door in August 07. I have since been doing well and that nasty doggie has gone bye-byes, thank god! No more fear for me of bad doggies! I had multiple stitches that have since been removed but I still have a big scar as a reminder. My human boyfriend got bitten also. He's doing ok now too. We won our court case against the mean doggies owner. I guess that's it for now. Hopefully I'll be on here more often now that the worst of things are over. Hope everyone's doing well! Woof to ya later!
Well fellow mutts! I have been back to almost my normal self. I have broken the splint mommy bought me from orthovet.com and have been kinda runnin' around without it ok for about a week or so now! I sure hope that muscle in my leg has completely healed! It's been such a LONG time (since March), and I really don't wish to go through all that splint stuff again! Hope everyone is doing well! Ruffs!
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Back to Back toilets,suck the trap seal !
:thumbsup:So check this out, a friend of mine that is a great plumber had a odd thing happen. First of all all waste and vents are installed and sized correctly. They were also scoped by a video camera, PERFECT waste and vent.
Here is the thing.....back to back toilets ( ABS Waste) Kohler "Hi-line" Water Closets installed.
One or the other of the Toilets will loose its trap seal (it gets sucked or blown out) Kohler says "yep this happens sometimes with the 1.6 gpf large Flapper type toilets ......WHAT !
I suspect this is possible but more likely a piece of string or dental floss is siphoning out thew trap.
If it is just the quick or fast flush toilet then the Toto " Drake " would also do the same thing.
Regular 4"x3" ell's, 3" waste,2" vent !
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