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Flat Irons vs. Curling Irons
Do you have trouble deciding what heated styling utensil will be best for your hair? Both the curling iron and flat iron offer diversity with their styles, tips, results, damage affects, and amount of time each take for completing your desired look. The flat iron also known as a hair straightener is a hair tool that is designed to straighten a person's hair, there are different ways in which they work. A hair straightener is made with two flat plates that heat up to create the style you want; they come with different plate sizes for different types of hair. Curling irons also called curling tongs are hair tools that use heat for rolling hair into curls; they can create many types of curls with different sizes. There are spring, clipless, Marcel, Spiral/Ribbon, and double/triple barrel curling irons. Although both products appear similar, a closer look at the main details reveals the flat iron as the more effective hair care tool.
There are many different style options you can choose, for the flat iron as well as the curling iron. Both of the utensils can curl or wave hair flat iron curls tend to be loose, big and don't normally last that long, while curling iron curls can be tight, loose, big, or little and can last for a while. Waves that are created with flat irons can be any way you want them it depends on what size iron you use and how you use it, curling iron waves normally look big and "s" shaped it depends on the size barrel and type of iron you choose. Flat irons are best used for straightening hair but as you read a little bit ago they can also create waves and curls. There are many people who have naturally straight hair but use flat irons just to eliminate frizz. When styling your hair you need to think about what style you're aiming for and make sure you have the correct plate size. Don't forget, before you pick a plate size you'll need to think about your type and length of hair. Curling irons only create curls and waves, but since there are so many different types of curling irons there are different curls that are available for you to choose from. Personally I do not use curling irons unless I want a particular curl, I love curling irons but since my hair is medium thick curls don't like staying in place for long periods of time. I have a perm that is wearing out so curling my hair is easier now than it was when it was straight. With a curling iron you can choose any curl or wave you want, some types are pencil thin tendrils, Shirley temple ringlets, classic coil curls, and loose flowing "s" shaped waves. There are many more types of curls and waves that you could choose those are the most popular. I think it is great that there are different style options for both hair tools, your choice will be based on how you want your hair to look. Some people use both products at the same time to get the results that make them happy.
You still haven't formed your essay like this:
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Shoulder seasons are a great time to travel and for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere. Both Spring and Fall provide some of the best weather to visit many places! With mild temperatures continuing, warm waters, harvest season, less crowds, and beautiful scenery, I think autumn is the perfect time to visit many countries. Here are 8 of the best countries to visit in Fall:
Polish people have phrase to describe Fall in their country: Golden Polish Autumn. The green of the leaves disappear, replaced by the bronze, yellow and red tones of this unique autumn aura. You can imagine it's especially golden when it's sunny and the sun angle is low in the sky. The Poles often boast that they truly believe their country is one of the most beautiful in the world. From picturesque castles set up on a hill to gorgeous mountain ranges and stunning coastlines, Poland will surprise you at every corner. And what better time to visit than when the mountainsides are ablaze with reds and oranges and yellows?
Although days are warm enough for wearing only a t-shirt, a sweater or coat will be necessary as it can be quite chilly in the evenings. However, room rates drop drastically starting in September, making this eastern European country one of the best countries to visit in Fall. The cultural season begins (as it does in most European countries) with new performing art productions of music and theater, as well as the nightlife and other visual art shows.
Interested in skiing? Pop into rustic cabin restaurants along the way and enjoy some delish Polish food! Hike the jagged alpine peaks of the Tatra mountains, or swim in the still-warm crystal clear lakes. The Mazurian Lakes, hugely popular in the summer, empty out allowing a perfect escape for solitude and beauty. More of a city slicker? Even Renaissance Era architecture awaits your strolls in Krakow. If you'd prefer to keep the cold at bay as long as possible, and wind down enjoying the last days of Indian summer, then head to the beach near Sopot. There you can relax on the vast empty stretch of white sand near this lively summertime resort.
As Croatia rapidly grows as a popular tourist destination, the summers are getting more and more crowded. Dubrovnik is shoulder to shoulder with tourists trying to take a stroll around the walls or get photos of famous Game of Thrones landmarks. But starting in late September, the crowds start to fizzle out making a trip to this Adriatic Coastal country much more enjoyable. The weather is still warm, and you can even dare to take a dip in the ocean late into September. Islands such as Hvar offer tourists the opportunity to enjoy a smaller town atmosphere and take day trips to some absolutely stunning caves.
What makes Croatia one of the best countries to visit in the Fall is the drastically reduced prices from the peak season. As the leaves change, take an adventure outside of the cities or out of the south. In Croatia you can enjoy some spectacular views during casual mountain strolls.
Italy is one of the greatest places to visit, but who wants to deal with throngs of tourists and sweltering heat of summer? Italy is one of the best countries to visit in Fall. Even the Italians leave in August (escaping to the sexy Croatian beaches), but they return just in time for the peak season in Italy for food and wine. And what other reason do you need to visit Italy than for its wine and food!? Late September is harvest time for grapes, olives, almonds, chestnuts, and truffles as well. The countryside is full with a bustling hum of activity. Produce is also at its peak, making the markets the place to savor the best the country offers.
October is the best time to visit as there are festivals, called sagre popping up in every village, celebrating various harvests, and foods such as chestnuts, mushrooms and even chocolate. There is a festival for every taste, depending on the town. Even for a jaded foodie like myself, it's unlike anything you've ever experienced. The sun shines brightly and the air temps begin to drop, and the smell of wine is in the air! Celebrate porcini mushrooms, polenta, truffles, chestnuts, sausage– even potatoes have a festival
High season prices last longer in the high-traffic destinations, such as Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi Coast, and the Cinque Terre, even into October. But, if you look off the beaten track to Lucca, Abruzzo, Puglia and Molise, you'll be rewarded with fewer tourists as well as lower prices.
Soccer season kicks off in late August and Italy, if you haven't noticed, is one of the most soccer-crazed countries. Here, soccer is practically like religion: it comes with the same fanfare and excitement that accompanies religious holidays. Calcio is what Italians call their football. Even if you can't attend a game in person, just watching one in a local pub or bar is one of the liveliest cultural experiences you'll ever have, no matter if you aren't a sports fan.
Of course, autumn in Italy is like an explosion of color. Hike the Apennines in Umbria or simply motor through the Tuscan countryside to take in the show. The Northern part of the country turns first, providing a glorious backdrop for long drives or hikes into the Alps. If the cold weather comes early, you might catch the first skiing in the northermost slopes in November. Meanwhile the southernmost part of Italy is still bathing in their Indian summer by the beach, well through October.
As the largest country in the world, Russia deserves your attention, especially in the Fall. It's harsh winters can make tourism difficult, but the Fall in Russia is one of the best times to explore! It boasts the largest forest reserves in the world, which make for very unique animal and foliage spotting. Every town and city you come across within Russia has its own story, heritage, and feel.
The architecture is some of the most unique in the world and is perfectly picturesque when complimented by the vibrant leaves of Autumn. Get the most out of the imperial palaces, their parks and museums, and cathedrals because there are much fewer tour groups around to spoil the majestic tranquility.
Of course, don't miss trying pirogi, blini, pelmeni, and beef stroganoff while you are there. Russian comfort food at its best! Hearty foods such as these make Russia one of the best best countries to visit in Fall.
October is also a popular time to visit Hungary. With the incredibly warm temperatures of summer fading to a comfortable average of 70 degrees through October, this is a perfect time to experience this lesser-traveled country. With plenty of food and beverage festivals, there is ample to keep you occupied during a trip to Budapest or hopping around Hungary as a whole.
Local wines are harvested at this time and are a perfect complement to a long drive through the countryside to take in the fall foliage. Be sure to try Tokaji Aszú, Hungary's famous sweet dessert wine. Of course, a visit to Hungary wouldn't be complete without trying the local Hungarian specialties like Goulash, Lángos, Stuffed Cabbage, Chicken Paprikash and Dobos Torte!
To experience history unlike any other country in the world, head to China this Fall. With a unique infrastructure, over 35,000 different animal species, and varying landscapes, China can surely keep you busy. Fall is often cited as the best time to see China because of the combination of low humidity and warmth.
The fall foliage season in China lasts from mid-October to early November in northern China, and earlier in the south. Photographers flock to this part of the world every autumn to capture the vibrant hues of the famous Chinese Maples. The Fragrant Hill Red Leaves Festival is held in mid-October outside of Beijing. Once frost has set the trees, tens of thousands of fields turn fire red, leading most to think they are flowers, not actually just leaves. Imagine seeing the Great Wall of China surrounded by a carpet of reds, oranges and purples. The Yellow Mountains, considered the most beautiful in China, are ablaze with colors ranging from bright yellows to flaming reds. With temples dotting the landscape, you might agree that there is no more beautiful and serene sight. Indeed, China is one of the best best countries to visit in Fall.
The Longji terraced fields of rice paddies are also a sight to behold this time of year. Imagine, as the breeze blows, the golden rice fields undulate in waves, punctuated by the bright yellow ginko leaves and red maples lining the fields' perimeters. Biking through the countryside is also popular this time of year, giving a fascinating insight into China's rural life among the farms.
With a history spanning over 4,000 years, China can amaze you with its architecture, culture, traditions, and so much more. Needless to say, you should forget the Chinese food that gets delivered to you after a late night out, true Chinese cuisine will have your taste buds singing and is reason enough alone to visit!
From the historic port of Malacca, to the rolling hills and lush green plantations of the Cameron Highlands, or from the idyllic beaches of Penang to the thriving metropolis of stunningly beautiful Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia has something for every traveler's taste. Plan your trip for the end of Fall, think November-ish and you'll hit right at the end of rainy season but before the major crowds.
Malaysia has a large Chinese population, so festival celebrations like the Lantern Carnival in Kuala Lumpur are popular. At these events, sometimes held at temples, you'll watch parades and floats carrying "maidens," lion and dragon dances, and fanciful costumes worn by artists and singing children. In Penang, watch the River of Lights lantern parade and sample their famous Mooncakes.
Speaking of taste, if you haven't yet sampled Malaysian cuisine, you are sadly missing out. Although, it is often overshadowed by its neighbor to the North (Thailand), Malaysia's multi-cultural climate has created an incredibly diverse food scene that is well worth the trip any time of year. You can't miss famously delicious dishes like turmeric-stained Satay on a skewer served with a spicy peanut sauce, fried Hokkien mee (yellow noodles braised in soy sauce laden with pork and squid), and my favorite — succulent, sweet, caramelized Charsiew (barbequed pork).
Being a peninsula, Malaysia has one of the most biologically diverse environments on earth. It's a nature lovers dream, because it's home to vast species of butterflies, insects and trees, as well as over 200 mammals. Fall weather is the best time to explore all these fantastic creatures. Whether you indulge in 5-Star accommodations in the city, or incredible wildlife adventures in the jungle, Fall is the perfect time to explore Malaysia during the slightly cooler temperatures and dry weather.
Northeastern USA
Can you really have a list like this and not include New England here in the US!? The air is crisp, the apples and grapes are ripe, and the leaves are bursting with color.
All the states (except Vermont) contain beautiful and rugged coastlines to admire while the long late day sun still colors the waves gold. The windswept coastline of Rockport, Massachusetts has a seaside charm all its own, marked by fishing boats and artist studios. While there, indulge in classic New England eats such as seafood chowders, lobster rolls, and clam bakes.
Land-locked Vermont, in fact, is the quintessential state to take in the Fall foliage. Middlebury (VT) is a lovely little town with cozy BnB's, romantic covered bridges and plenty of day hikes to be had. Or, take a ride on North Conway's (NH) scenic railroad or go shopping in its kitschy stores and brand name outlets. Connecticut is often used for movie locations, with its idyllic towns, stately homes, rolling countryside, waterfalls, and historical farmsteads. Go picnicing or kayaking on the Connecticut River and see the leaves from a different vantage point.
Stop in for a bit of history at one of the hundreds of historical societies all across New England, or click your way to an album full of white-washed churches. Ever seen a real Town Hall? There are hundreds of them! More interested in how the industrialists lived? Rhode Island is synonymous with mansions. What better time to tour them and their colorful grounds (and without summer tourists) than in the fall?
1852 Red Covered Bridge over the Battenkill River in West Arlington, Vermont
During Fall in the picturesque northeast, almost everywhere is a great place to be! You'll love cruising the colorful, hilly landscape dotted with church spires. You'll be smitten with the village greens, stately brick homes, and country roadside stands. Stop into one of the many galleries you find in artsy towns like Becket, Massachusetts. Enjoy bundling up in your wool tweeds and sweaters and spend the day antiquing or leaf-peeping. Drive the Mohawk trail in western Massachusetts's scenic Berkshires.
How about picking apples and pumpkins in the Finger Lakes or doing a cheese tasting in the Hudson Valley? After enjoying a local harvest festival in sunny-but-chilly weather, warmup in the evening with some cider donuts and hot chocolate next to the fire in your historic inn. For all these reasons, most Americans would agree that New England, or the northeastern part of the US, is the BEST place of all to visit in Fall!
Let's not forget that New York has quite an agricultural scene. It boasts over 1600 family vineyards and over 400 wineries. It also has the nation's largest corn maze and plenty of apple orchards for the picking. If you're feeling adventurous, head up to Maine for a moose tour and see if you can spot their State animal!
So there you have it:
Lots of Reasons Why These are the 8 Best Countries to Visit in the Fall
Don't think only the summer season is for vacations and travel. Traveling to destinations both near and far during the Fall months has many advantages. Festivals and celebrations, cooler weather, less tourists, special food and beverages, and lower prices all are hallmarks of the Fall season. The destinations listed above clearly are some of the best countries to visit in the Fall. The real question is — why would you go any other time?

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Bhubaneswar, Feb 16 (UNI) Tension prevailed in Nayagarh district where 13 policemen were massacred by naxalities last night, even as the Opposition today demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.
In a planned attack hundreds of armed naxalites, including women cadres, had descended on several police stations at the district headquarters at about 2245 hours, carrying sophisticated weapons, captured the town and looted the district armoury in no time.
They asked the residents to remain indoors and simultaneously attacked the Nayagarh police station, the Police Training School, the District Armoury and Police Reserve with bombs and grenade giving no time to the small police force to retaliate.
The naxalites set afire Nayagarh, Daspalla and Nuagaon police stations and looted the arms. They even barged into the district armoury and police training school, hurled bombs and grenade and loaded the looted ammunition in a vehicle before fleeing into the dense forest nearby.
Assistant sub-inspector Dandapani Mishra was killed when they hurled grenade and opened fire at the Nayagarh police station.
For more than two hours, the entire town was under their seige.
The naxals fled much before an additional reinforcement rushed to the town from various places.
Frightened people shut themselves indoors. Even today the streets wore a deserted look as shops remained closed along with several other financial and educational institutions.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, along with Home Secretary Tarun Kanti Mishra, today airdashed to Nayagarh to assess the situation.
Latest reports said the naxalites were holed up near Kahali forest close to Nayagarh and security personnel had encircled the area.
Additional forces were rushed to the spot and combing operation had been intensified to nab the ultras. Police said before fleeing the naxalites planted landmines and blocked roads by cutting huge trees between Chakapada, Gallery and Bodangi.
Meanwhile, the Opposition in the Orissa Assembly today demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik in the wake of the killing.
They raised the demand as soon as the House assembled for the day to take up Question Hour.
Leader of Opposition J B Patnaik demanded Mr Patnaik's resignation saying that he had 'failed' to protect the life of the people in the state.
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I work for a small company... Under 50 employees!! The day I raised the possibility of going out on disability, my employer informed me that I must go on COBRA at my own expense. This perplexes me--I'm still technically still 'employed' even if I'm out on disability... doesn't COBRA kick in when you're 'Unemployed'?
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There are quite a few things going on here. I do think you need to consult an attorney as soon as possible to sort through these issues.
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Zacchaeus was a little man with a big story.
Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. (Luke 19:1)
Tax collectors have never been popular, but especially not in Roman Palestine which is the backdrop for Luke 19. The Romans "farmed out" tax collection services- instead of official Roman personnel collecting taxes, they "outsourced" this to locals and paid them a commission of whatever they collected. The more that a tax collector took in, the more he received. The tax money was used to fund the repression of God's chosen people by the pagans. Fair to say the incentives and motives of the tax collectors weren't pure, the processes were corrupt, they weren't well liked, and the end result of their efforts funded pagan efforts.
Luke writes that Zacchaeus was a chief tax collector so he had been doing this for some time and earned a reputation for himself. The verse also describes Zacchaeus as wealthy, and since he is paid a commission of what he collected, he must have collected a lot of tax money. Zacchaeus was collecting money to subsidize the pagans, and he's taxing the local hardworking farmers to do it. Hardly the sort of person God would want to use, right?
He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see him, since Jesus was coming that way. (Luke 19:3-4)
When Jesus came to Jericho, Zacchaeus just had to "see what he was like." In John 6:44, Jesus says "no one can come to me unless the Father draws Him." The tug that Zacchaeus felt inside was the grace of God drawing him to his Son. Chances are that God wished to draw others to come out into the street and see the Savior of the world. But many probably were just too busy. For them it was just business as usual. -Dr. Marcelino D'Ambrosio
Zacchaeus wanted to see who Jesus was and he set out to find Him. He did not let obstacles (his height, crowds filled with people who didn't like him) stop him. He finds a solution and isn't deterred by the obstacles- he literally goes up a tree to find Jesus. Zacchaeus searches for Jesus and finds Him- and his act of faith changes everything.
But from there you will seek the Lord your God, and you will find Him if you search for Him with all your heart and all your soul. (Deuteronomy 4:29)
When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, "Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today." So he came down at once and welcomed him gladly. (Luke 19:5-6)
Zacchaeus stopped what he was doing, determined to see Jesus, and let nothing stand in his way. He climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus- and when he did Jesus stopped and called Zacchaeus by name. Jesus knew who Zacchaeus was, and called him by name!
Of all the places that Jesus could stay, Jesus chooses to stay with Zacchaeus- a broken man, someone who the locals do not like, no one that would help Jesus' image. But Jesus isn't concerned with image- Jesus is concerned with Zacchaeus.
Our past failures never prevent God's willingness or ability to use us. In fact, our weakness is a great opportunity for the display of His glory. In our own strength, we are totally ineffective. But when we submit to the Lord's authority, we can experience His victory in whatever He calls us to do. -Dr. Charles Stanley
I don't need my name in lights, I'm famous in my Father's eyes. Make no mistake- He knows my name. -Lyrics from Francesca Battistelli
When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, "Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today." So he came down at once and welcomed him gladly. All the people saw this and began to mutter, "He has gone to be the guest of a sinner." (Luke 19: 5-7)
Have you ever wondered who "All the people" were who muttered? All those people were sinners too, and they were only too eager to cast that title to Zacchaeus. Jesus came for sinners- including Zacchaeus and "all the people".
"All the people" muttered their judgement- under their breath- characterizing Jesus's decision to visit Zacchaeus. They are no different from Zacchaeus. Perhaps they were not tax collectors, but they were sinners.
Jesus doesn't address the crowd, or their muttering- in fact, He does not even acknowledge it. What a lesson to us. There are crowds of mutterers everywhere and we do not need to react to it.
Zacchaeus is not deterred by the crowd or their comments. Zacchaeus does not lash back and exchange insults with the mutterers. In fact, Zacchaeus is motivated by the entire circumstance and that motivation brings about great change.
On hearing this, Jesus said to them, "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners." (Mark 2:17)
Jesus met Zacchaeus right where glory meets with suffering; the hurt and Healer collide.
But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, "Look, Lord! Here and now I give half of my possessions to the poor, and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount."
Jesus said to him, "Today salvation has come to this house, because this man, too, is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." (Luke 19:9-10)
Zacchaeus sought Jesus, determined to meet Him. Jesus chose to interact with Zacchaeus- He valued him when other did not. Zacchaeus was transformed after meeting Jesus and he was willing to change. Zacchaeus believed. Jesus forgave Zacchaeus. Zacchaeus was saved.
Just like we can all relate to Jonah because we have disobeyed God and become angry with God, but know that we can never go so far from Him that He stops loving us or providing for us; we can also relate with Zacchaeus because we are all sinners and we have all fallen short of the glory of God. Zacchaeus is a sinner but he is also a seeker. God loves Zacchaeus despite his sin just as He loves us. Jesus saves Zacchaeus because He came to save the lost.
Then Jesus cried out, "Whoever believes in me does not believe in me only, but in the one who sent me. The one who looks at me is seeing the one who sent me. I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness. (John 12:44)


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Where to Shop and What to Buy in Seychelles
Mahe is the best island in the Seychelles for shopping as 90% of the Seychelles's population is concentrated on this island. However, instead of mega shopping malls you will find some small interesting shops and markets that are somewhat laid-back.
Some of the specialty shops on Mahe Island deal with locally-made products such as tea and perfume. You will find the flavour and aroma of these products absolutely unique. However, the most well-known specialty shop in the entire Seychelles is Kenwyn House. This structure has considerable historical significance besides being a gem house. The Island of Mahe has the best markets in the Seychelles, such as Sir Selwyn Clarke Market – a lively place where you can buy fresh vegetables, fruit, spices, and fish. The Sir Selwyn Clarke Market area also consists of numerous little gift shops.Read More
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Rather as Gaugin sailed to Tahiti in search of inspiration, many artists have been intrigued by the natural beauty of the Seychelles and settled here to follow their calling. Many work from studios which double as retail outlets, so visitors can often meet the painters, sculptors or craftspeople in person. A very broad definition of local handicrafts would run from soap to liquor to a souvenir of the archipelago's stunning beaches - bottles filled with coloured sand.


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|Some podcasts will focus on a specific topic or company and exclude all others. Others will run the gambit and be sort of a jack of all trades, master of none. Those are great formats. There are several podcasts we love that fall into either of those two categories. The one thing that all comic book podcasts have in come is they are for comic book fans. But who else would they be for?It is easy for fanboys to geek out over certain titles or team-ups. It is more difficult for comic new comers, or the newbs, to get excited about certain things we as hardcore fans take for granted. Perhaps the biggest tradgedy is when fanboys make new or casual fans feel unwelcome or inferior because they don't know the history behind certain characters or titles. Alt3red Egos tries to make comics accessible to new and casual fans by making our podcasts one part history and one part geek.
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10) Austin Krum: Krum has good speed, not great. His arm is also solid but not exactly a plus tool. But he does have enough of both to play all three outfield positions and his all-out hustle makes him one of the better defensive outfielders in the organization. He'd run through or over a wall to get to a ball and that's the intangible quality that makes him a winning player.
9) Ray Kruml: Possessing top-flight speed gives Kruml impeccable range in centerfield, enough to cover a lot of terrain. He also has a strong arm for a centerfielder [although not enough to be a plus tool in right field] and that gives him the strong foundation to play all three outfield spots if needed.
8) Abraham Almonte: While Kruml and Krum bring some polish to the defensive side already, Almonte, a former second baseman, is a bit more raw at the current time. What he does bring, however, is great range and a very strong arm in centerfield. He is still learning to take better routes on line-drives and his arm accuracy could also use a little more work, but the basics are there to be an elite defender down the road.
7) Seth Fortenberry: The toolsy outfielder has but just three errors in his last 252 games in the outfield, making him one of the more consistent defenders around. He has great speed and a plus arm, also giving him the ability to play all three outfield positions. His absolute best position is that as a plus-plus defensive left fielder, but he can more than hold his own as an everyday right fielder too.
6) Colin Curtis: Curtis is a more advanced version of Austin Krum - somebody with solid range and a solid arm, an ability to play all three outfield positions, and one who is willing to throw his body around with reckless abandon to make the needed defensive play. He too profiles best as an everyday plus left fielder, but also offers a ton of role flexibility.
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3) Kelvin Duran: One of the newer players in the organization, Duran is quickly becoming one to watch. His great speed gives him plus range in centerfield, he has a plus arm for a centerfielder, and he gives his all on the defensive side. He often gets compared to number two in our rankings here, and that's quite the compliment.
2) Eduardo Sosa: Sosa has consistently drawn comparisons to a young Johnny Damon since he signed in the summer of '07, but that doesn't do his defensive game any justice. Defensively he has the range of current Yankee outfielder Brett Gardner and that puts him in elite company. And even though he isn't a very big guy, he does have one of the stronger arms too. Quite simply, he is a game-changer defensively and even without playing in the United States yet his defensive abilities are big league ready.
1) Tim Battle: Six seasons into his professional career and Battle has yet to make it out of A-ball, but that has nothing to do with his defensive abilities. He is one of the quickest players in minor league baseball and his range is immense. He also has a very strong arm, strong enough to play right field. Battle has also learned to maintain his focus consistently and that has helped become very polished. If his bat comes around, he could be an elite big league defensive player someday.
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As it was, Hendry departed the show after the first series – and the two complete surviving episodes that still exist, as well as a fragment of the pilot episode, "Hot Snow", show a black-and-white London populated with much the same sharp-suited villains as may be found in a contemporary Edgar Wallace film. Eight years later, under Clemens guidance as script-editor and co-producer, The Avengers had virtually created the term "cult television" and had subverted the 1960s spy genre with understated wit and style.
Between 1962 and 1965 Clemens – who died on 10 January – gradually transformed The Avengers, from studio recreations of Soho to the creation of the show's own mystique. He promoted Keel's sidekick, John Steed, to the main character and had Patrick Macnee dispense of his regulation spy's trench coat in favour of a deliberately dandified mode of dress. Teaming Steed with Honor Blackman's Cathy Gale elevated The Avengers far beyond the conventions of contemporary Bond films, where female characters tended to exist either to conveniently drop dead or fall prey to the charms of 007's chest hair. When Blackman left the show in 1964 – ironically to star in Goldfinger – the series was extensively revamped, with the John Dankworth theme replaced by a Laurie Johnson score and a film format adopted.
Shooting the fourth season of The Avengers on celluloid not only allowed for greater opportunities of export, it defined the programme as much as the casting of Diana Rigg as Emma Peel. To see just how much The Avengers differed from other British filmed television series of this period, you just have to watch an episode of The Saint or any other "International Man of Mystery" series churned out by ITC. Such programmes had many elements in common, such as their choice of directors and a supporting cast of guest villains – Peters Bowles and Wyngarde and a young Donald Sutherland – and Home Counties locations; but unlike The Saint or Danger Man, The Avengers never strayed beyond its own vision of England, a decision made by Clemens. Under his guidance, Steed and Peel would never find themselves at a cardboard replica Eastern Bloc border crossing in the midst of Black Park – or visit a "France" created by driving a Citroen DS on the wrong side of the road in Hertfordshire.
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Instead, the best episodes followed in the tradition of Quatermass II, The Damned or Village of the Damned, where the seemingly mundane hid a country of infinite menace – a theme Clemens would develop for his celebrated 1970s TV series Thriller – and where small communities could still exist in total isolation from the rest of the country. The first filmed episode, "The Town of No Return", established a world where a branch line could still convey travellers to semi-deserted coastal towns where visitors might disappear with impunity. The change to colour for the fifth season, a move prompted by the show's sale to US television, actually emphasised this sense of pervasive unease. This is best displayed in "Murdersville", where the tranquil surface of the sort of village that might have been celebrated in a late Ealing comedy masks a community where none of the standard laws or conventions apply.
Clemens also helped to ensure that the move away from black-and-white did not mean that The Avengers would suddenly emulate the most excruciating moments of The Saint, where Simon Templar had to confront Swinging London via Elstree's approximation of a "groovy happening". Instead, the fourth and fifth seasons further remove the show from any social context, creating an idiosyncratic vision of the 1960s with a blend of Pierre Cardin-infused Edwardiana and Lotus Elan sports cars. Steed and Peel's world makes perfect sense to them – and instead of sub-Bondian intrigue, they chiefly encounter eccentrics, mad scientists and bounders who try to maintain the status quo by any means possible.
Inevitably it was all too good to last. Rigg left the show in 1967 to be replaced by Linda Thorson, by which point the scripts descended into outright whimsy and self-indulgence. The last episode of The Avengers marked the end of the Sixties as much as the Abbey Road album, with the 1970s revival, The New Avengers, a dismal vision of fashion disasters and malfunctioning British Leyland cars that is best forgotten.
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Pro Football; Pay-Per-View Debate Urged
By GERALD ESKENAZI
Published: March 3, 1991
Surprised by the National Football League's disclosure that it may experiment with pay-per-view as early as next year, Representative Edward J. Markey, who heads a House television subcommittee, has asked the league to hold off until there is a full debate on the subject.
"I was brought up as a Red Sox fan enjoying free TV," the Massachusetts Democrat said in an interview on Friday. "My operating premise is that owners will look out for their interest. My concern is that fans' interest has to be looked at."
Markey said he had not expected pay-per-view to be in the N.F.L.'s plans. He said that at hearings in Washington last spring, commissioners of the major sports, as well as the head of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, had assured him that their championship games would remain on free television. He also said that no one indicated there were any pay-per-view plans.
But Markey cited an article in The New York Times last Sunday in which Commissioner Paul Tagliabue disclosed that the league planned to experiment with some form of pay-per-view by 1993, and perhaps as early as next year. Markey 'Deeply Troubled'
The statement prompted Markey last week to send a letter not only to Tagliabue, but also to David Stern, the commissioner of the National Basketball Association, and Fay Vincent the baseball commissioner. He told each of them that he was deeply troubled by the prospects of pay-per-view in the sports world. He reminded Vincent that the Phillies had planned to offer their opening game only on a pay-per-view basis. The idea was later dropped.
Markey said he wanted to hear the commissioners' responses before deciding on any steps in connection with the issue.
He said that Stern, in a television panel discussion with the other commissioners, had indicated that the N.B.A. was considering pay-per-view. But Stern said he merely reiterated an old statement that the league was looking into delivering games, for a fee, to places such as bars.
"I'm sorry the Congressman's staff has misinformed him of our intentions," said Stern.
Tagliabue has contended that what he was referring to is an "experiment" on a limited basis, perhaps in two cities, one that would not involve the Super Bowl or playoff games. Instead, he said, there might be an "attractive package" of, say, four games that fans would pay for. Meanwhile, regular free TV of N.F.L. games would continue.
" 'Attractive' is a slippery slope," said the Congressman. "It takes away from quality. Eventually, there's less quality and quantity." No Loss of Games
But Tagliabue, in a written response to to Markey's letter, disputed the Congressman's fears that better games would not be on free television.
"All the league's games will continue to be televised as they are now," a league spokesman, Greg Aiello, said in paraphrasing Tagliabue's reply. He addedthat the networks, not the league, decide which games are televised to a region. Thus, he said, the league would make up its pay-per-view schedule only after the networks did theirs. "So no games will be taken away, attractive or otherwise."
Markey conceded that "we may have reached the limits of what broadcasters realistically can pay." Markey Wants Full Debate
The N.F.L., for example, is receiving $3.6 billion in a four-year deal with the three major networks and ESPN and TNT. None made money televising the N.F.L. last season. CBS paid $1.06 billion for four years of baseball, and now is asking for concessions. The network suffered a $55 million after-tax loss on its first year of baseball last season.
But NBC paid the N.B.A. $600 million for a four-year deal, while TNT paid the N.B.A. $275 million for the same four years. Soon after NBC signed, the network produced lucrative advertising agreements with eight auto makers and Miller Brewing Company with a combined total value estimated at $508 million.
"But I want to have a full debate on the subject," Markey said of pay-per-view. "It's important that we understand what implication this has."


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This worldwide competition strives to give emerging writers, filmmakers and actors an opportunity to compete based on their talent alone. If you feel that the work you have created is better than anything else out there, then this is the competition for you. Accepting submissions from all over the world, BOTB is open to an amazing array of talent from both established and emerging markets.
This is a film and screenplay competition. All preliminary judging is done by a panel of industry professionals and is open to the public to participate, but the film finalists will be screened in beautiful Santa Monica California and final judging will be made with voting by the attending audience.
SCREENING LOCATION – June 23, 2017 – 1PM to 5PM
The finalists in the Film competition will be screened in the Ocean Screening Room in beautiful Santa Monica, California the premier digital cinema in Santa Monica. What better place to see a film in summer than on the coast of sunny California. Here, you will experience a breathtaking vista of the Pacific Ocean from the theater entrance. Chosen by Universal, Disney, Paramount and Sony as the Santa Monica Academy Awards screening venue, Ocean Screening also screens for Grammy Awards as well as Sundance.
The Ocean Screening Room is located at 1401 Ocean Ave, 1st floor (cross street Santa Monica Blvd.). Ocean Screening shares the same building as Sushi Roku and Water Grill. The screening room is located on the lobby level. Directions can be found here:
This is an exclusive event for participants who are serious about moving forward with projects and will be an informal mix between actors, producers and directors. The people who hold the exclusive "Screening" tickets will be the final set of judges for the films that have progressed to the final round. They will decide which lucky filmmaker will take home the grand prize of $1000.
Discussion topics include how actors can make contact to directors and producers of indie films when they're available and ready to work. Directors attending will include filmmakers who have active projects they want to move forward with. Producers attending will include representatives who are actively searching for key projects to invest in. Representatives from Fernleif Productions will also be in attendance looking for projects to expand their portfolio including films and talent for not only short films investment, but for additional talent for creating content for electronic games and applications. If your film is one films being screened, here is a great opportunity to show off your work to a captive audience and make great contacts for future projects.
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Both the Best of the Film Catogory and the Writing Category will each receive a cash prize of $1000.
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7. Any check returned to us for non-payment will be subject to a $15 service fee.
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9. Film and Screenplay selection for the Festival will be made by the Festival Committee. All decisions are final.
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Mr. Dan McCoart is trying to locate former member Mr. Gene Nesic. Mr. McCoart asks:
"...we have some taxiways named after some members (Knox County Flying Club here in Owls Head, Maine) and I was trying to put together a little history on how and why they ended up with the honor of a taxiway being named after them. I found Gene Nesic (Captain) listed as a member of your club in an old newsletter #30, published in April of 1993. I was curious as to if you knew him or if anyone of your members may have known him. Any information on Gene or who I can contact that could provide such would be most appreciated. Thank you for your time."
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Herb Sherwin found this photo of my Seabee at his home in Alabama way back in October 7, 2012. Thanks Herb! I'm glad you found it!
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Check your Aileron Bell Crank!
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===================================================South Wind (Troy) Heater AD update! See it here. AD 2017-06-03.
ATTENTION: After months of back-and-forth we finally have an answer to the Beta Valve Spring issue! I called Hartzell and they set me straight. See the article on the "Safety Tips" page here. Thanks to Bruce Hinds for bringing this critical issue to our attention! The springs are available from Hartzell or Simuflight.==================================================
Mr. Charles Bain is writing a book and needs stories! If you have an interesting story about your Seabee adventures, send them to Mr. Bain. His email is email@example.com. He says you guys can remain anonymous!! (and for good reason) You can even use a fake name. Here is the list of questions from Mr. Bain.
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Member Dave Reeve is selling some great seaplane books!
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Bogus offers!!
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(It just happened again on 10-31-2016!)
Bruce Hinds' Newsletters
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"The Seabee Keepers"
With a devoted international following, an exceptional amphibian still creates buzz.
A Republic Seabee (member Brian Robinson),
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(Photo by Jim Koepnick/EAA)
"How do we explain the continuing popularity of a 1940's-era seaplane? An article in the latest issue of Air & Space/Smithsonian confirms what we've known all along: The Republic RC-3 Seabee is pure fun. Robert Bernier, who wrote the story, remembers his flight in a Seabee at age 10, and he interviews Bee owners (including me) about what makes this airplane unique and why it inspires such loyalty in its owners. The issue is now on sale. You'll want to keep it."New at the Seabee Store!
To buy a copy of the magazine, call or e-mail James Babcock at Smithsonian Enterprises. firstname.lastname@example.com or (212) 916-1323
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Seabee Vinyl Decals
Guaranteed for three years outside these 10" vinyl decals are an accurate side view of our Seabees. Left and right views included. Stick them on the back of your car, truck, tricycle, where ever you want! The vendor has given us a very good price and is willing to customize any decal the way you want. N-number, name, etc. can be added at no additional charge by the vendor. Check the Seabee Store for more details.
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Before you buy, do a pre-buy inspection. Download it here.
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Should I buy a Seabee? Questions and answers for first time buyers.
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Oshkosh 2015 Photos
Oshkosh 2016 Photos
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NAS Announces New Program To Help CA Residential Care Facilities Comply With July 1 Deadline
NAS Insurance today announced the availability of a professional and general liability insurance program for owners of Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs). The coverage is designed to help California RCFE owners comply with the July 1, 2015 deadline to maintain liability insurance in an amount of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 in the annual aggregate to cover injury to residents or guests.
"Since California passed Assembly Bill 1523 last year, we've been seeing a steady increase in demand for this program," remarks Brian Alva, Vice President of Underwriting at NAS. "This innovative NAS product was developed to provide an affordable and comprehensive policy to comply with the California insurance requirements and offer a simplified application process." The insurance is secured by Lloyd's of London, an A.M. Best rated "A (Excellent)" security.
NAS Insurance also introduced RCFEinsure.com to provide information about the California insurance requirements and to help connect facility owners with insurance brokers that specialize in this area.
"Our liability insurance program has been widely recognized among assisted living, personal care and independent living facilities around the country," commented Matthew Thoburn, NAS' Product Manager. "With over 8,000 licensed facilities in California alone, we've built RCFEinsure.com to help facility owners quickly find an agent and obtain coverage by the July 1 deadline."
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Sir Elton John says he is willing to risk his life to speak out about human rights abuses as he prepares to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The singer said it was not just gay rights he was passionate about, as he wanted to leave the world a "good place to live" for the sake of his children.
He also told ES magazine he was not embarrassed at being tricked into believing he was speaking to Mr Putin in a prank phone call by two Russian TV presenters last September.
Sir Elton, who has just released his 32nd album, Wonderful Crazy Night, said: "You have to have a sense of humour about these things.
"The next day the Kremlin got in contact and were extremely embarrassed about the way I'd been treated. And within a couple of days I did have a call from President Putin at my home in Windsor and we had a 10-minute chat.
"Soon I'm going to go to Moscow to talk to him face to face over a cup of tea — what's the worst that can happen?"
He added: "It's not just gay rights. I'll take on anything and go anywhere to help those in need. I am not afraid.
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"I will speak out. What are they going to do to me? If they shoot me, they shoot me. I don't care. I am a fan of the human being. I don't like seeing dead children washed up on the beaches of Europe. But I am an optimist. There's more good in this world than bad."
Sir Elton, 68, paid tribute to David Bowie and revealed that the news of his friend's death was broken to him in a 3am phone call from his husband David Furnish:
"I knew he'd had a heart attack on stage in Berlin years ago, but not about the cancer. Everyone take note of this — Bowie couldn't have staged a better death. It was classy."
He said he would love to have a daughter but was "too old" to have any more children.
Meanwhile his sons Zachary, five, and Elijah, three, "beat the s**t out of one another".
He added: "I hate being away from my kids. We FaceTime but it's not the same. They are wonders ... I look forward to being closer to them. That is the way I want my future life to go. I want to give them a childhood they can love, and be a parent they will miss. I want to leave them a good place to live."
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