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imPRESS Press-On Manicure Reviews
Love Them!These are my absolute favorite press on nails. In less than 5 minutes you have a full set of beautiful nails. I love the different colors they offer. They have playful, hip, cool designs to choose from. They stay on 5-10 days depending on what I'm doing with my hands during the week. Before I put them on, I clean my nails with alcohol and a cotton ball to remove any oil from the nail bed. After I ...read moreapply each one, I cover them with a clear coat to help protect the color and seal the edges. I also file the edges a little to make it a square/oval look. I don't care for the squared look, too harsh looking. I quit going to the nail salon years ago, salon nails make my nails soar and sometimes bleed a little, very painful. I 'm not paying for than pain any more. I will continue with my press ons! — 4 years, 8 months agoEricaC123 | 458 reviews
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Love them, but dont last as long as claimsWhat is great about these nails is that the process of applying is literally 4 steps and very simple; clean your nails (with the alcohol pad provided), match and find the perfect size, peel the sticker from the nail, and press the nails on. There is no drying time so these nails are great and easily applied even on the go or when running late. They are also easy to take off, and no need for ac...read moreetone or ruining your natural nails since no nail glue is being applied. I use my hands very actively throughout the day, so in terms of lasting power, the nails only lasted a few days (compared to the 7 days that the company claims). I believe part of the problem was that the nails didn't quite sit flush enough on my natural nails, the press-on nails felt a bit bulky and didn't fit properly towards my cuticles. In fact even though there were 24 nails with different sizes, it was a bit hard to find a perfect match, also some of the nails were a bit rough on the edges which made the smaller sizes uncomfortable. I like that this product comes in many different patterns (along with matte colors) so you can mix and match depending on your mood or the occasion, also I am a huge fan of not using nail glue since it does damage the natural nails, so it's great that these are press-on nails. I would highly recommend this product for a 1-2 night event such as a wedding, a date, or prom, simply because they do look very nice yet the lasting power is not the same as a salon manicure so they wouldn't work as great for everyday use. — 4 years, 7 months agoGlitzGlamBudget | 135 reviews
Lovely, Quick maniI love how easy it is to have beautiful nails with these. They have tons of designs for every taste, and they apply like magic. I'm really rough on my hands, and have to wear gloves at work, and these lasted through! I get about 4-5 days out of them, which is great considering they're only about $8. Wonderful product that I keep on hand. — 4 months agoprettyparamedic | 38 reviews
LOVE these nails!I'm a dog groomer and not only is the process of creating and maintaining cute nails completely futile most of the time, but the nails I usually prefer tend to fall off after a couple of days due to the constant contact with water and shampoos. I tried these nails on a whim when I went to Walgreens one day because I thought it was cute that they had a collection of press-on nails that had an accen...read moret nail as well. Now I'm not going to lie, I usually dislike the self-adhesive nails with the bonding agent already applied, and the nails felt like they could "move" on top of my natural nails, but lo and behold they resisted the rigorous activities of my 40-hour work week for a solid MONTH! They may have lasted even longer had one of my nails not become loose (once I remove ONE nail, I have to remove all of them because it looks funny to me). However, the "waterproof" guarantee on the package is completely legitimate and it doesn't hurt that they're not insanely long like most false nails as well, which makes them less likely to snag or get chipped by my nail grinding rotary tool. Definitely a must for the women with the tough/dirty jobs that want to show off their femininity at the same time! — 2 years, 6 months agotori_tarantino | 1 reviews
Best Press ons everI loved these! I didn't expect them to stay on more than a day, I've never tried a press on that did! They were super easy to apply. I pressed them on using a significant amount of force, because I really wanted them to stick!! They stayed on 8 days, I only took them off because my nails had grown out and my hair was started to snag on the edges of the fake nail. They were relatively easy to remov...read moree, I pulled an edge up and poured some nail polish remover under the fake nail. Boom they'd come right off! I would recommend these for anyone who wants fake nails but can't afford the salon price! — 3 years, 6 months agomorgan_ledford | 25 reviews
I like themI like this product. They're much easier than painting my nails every couple of days and they never chip. It wasn't obvious that I was wearing fake nails (the patterned ones were a little obvious) because they have a thin appearance, yet they're durable; I could still function without worrying about them popping off. A couple of them did start to peel after a few days but it was minor. If I hadn't...read more taken them off at that point, I probably could have pulled them off for another couple days. — 4 years, 1 month agoOccasionallyJane | 12 reviews
No more chipped polish!I love the look of painted nails, but cannot go an hour without my nail chipping after they're dry. These nails stay on much better for me than traditional glue-on nails and I refuse to pay for a trip to the nail salon. With these nails I get a perfectly smooth looking nail that never chips and with a clear coat every couple days to seal the adhesive in, they last a whole week-and I am rough on ...read moremy hands. I can trim the plain ones down to my natural nail length (extra short-my lifestyle is not condusive to long nails) and everyone thinks I really know how to polish my nails! — 4 years, 1 month agomoonlitwish | 1 reviews
great!These fake nails are fantastic. They will stay on for at least a week, and more if you aren't doing heavy duty activities. I have small hands, and the nails fit me very well, but there are a range of sizes in the box. Tips for applying: remove nail polish, file nails, and apply the provided alcohol wipe (the nail needs to adhere) and press for at least 30 seconds per nail (10 is the suggested t...read moreime). The nails will stay on, look great and natural. They do no damage to your actual nails. They are easy to remove, and there is virtually no mess. I put them on in the car on the way to a party and everyone though I had gotten my nails done. They are cheaper than a manicure, and way cheaper and less damaging then actual fake nails. Cons:The colors offered are a bit gaudy (cheetah print, sparkles etc). I recommend the basic red, the clear which you can paint over, or the french manicure one. — 4 years, 7 months agocharbonn | 7 reviews
teribbledoes not even deserve a star! the first day i began to use them when ever i would take a shower my hair would get stuck in between the nail and the glue and pull my hair out. by the second day the nails began to fall off, and by the third day i took them off and threw them away. GOOD RIDDANCE!!! — 4 years, 7 months agosparklyduck | 5 reviews
Love these!I wouldn't wear them everyday but they stay for about 5 days and look amazing. Super easy to use. I will definitely be buying more and use them for special events! — 4 years, 10 months agomylittlepretty1 | 2 reviews
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Ogier are proud to announce that the Scan-360 version 2 software and intuitive GUI is now available on all production units. Click here to go to the Scan-360 product web portal.
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By Alisa Brantz
The Sheridan Press
SHERIDAN — It was 7 a.m. Saturday morning when the first bus full of excited Sheridan children unloaded at the local Kmart to kick off the eighth annual Shop with a Cop.
Shop with a Cop takes local children shopping for gifts for their parents. Each child is escorted through the store by a member of local law enforcement and the gift is purchased by donations given to the People Assistance Food Bank. Parents can wait in the dining area enjoying free breakfast or sign their kids up for the free bus pick-up but cannot help them shop.
Dan Lick, founder of the event as well as the food bank, sees the goal of the program as two-fold.
The main purpose is to provide children with a positive interaction with law enforcement, to show them that officers are an attribute not a threat to our community. The second is to teach the kids that it is rewarding to give to others without the expectation of getting something in return.
Lick says the whole event started by accident.
"I was driving a church bus for Joy Junction one day and a 5-year-old boy sitting behind me saw me wave to (Sheriff) Dave (Hofmeier) and asked me why I did that," Lick recalled. "He said 'Cops are no good. All they do is arrest my parents.' That shocked me and we came up with this program that Christmas."
In its first year, Lick planned to take 50 kids shopping, and had the funds lined up to do so, but 62 showed up.
It's always been the policy that reservations are preferred, however, day-of drop offs are welcome, and no child will leave without a gift. The first year this policy left them with a $497 unpaid bill, but not for long.
"I was walking through Walmart and some guy asked me if I was Dan Lick," Lick said. "He handed me a check for $500 and said 'God told me to give this to you' and just like that the bill was paid."
This year they anticipated 250 young attendees and had a fundraising goal of $6,000.
Like with each year prior, the constant flow of shoppers make it look like the final count may be higher than anticipated.
However, unlike in past years, this is the first year the team has headed into the event already having met their financial goals, thanks mostly to one anonymous individual.
"I went on KOTA to talk about the event," Lick explained, "and a man who saw me on the show stopped by the food bank and gave me $5,000."
Lick said he had never met the man before or again, and he did not leave his name.
Prior years have required a dinner at the Palace and other fundraising efforts to pay the final bill but this year the food bank was able to direct their attention elsewhere.
"We really need a new building," Lick said. "We've got roof leaks and are in bad shape."
Luckily, that is about all the food bank needs right now. Donations have been plentiful this year.
In fact, just one day before Shop with a Cop approximately 15,000 pounds of food were given away for Christmas dinners, including a turkey and a ham for each family.
"I'm just glad this continues to work out," he said. "This all was an accident but God keeps pushing us forward."
Lick also describes the inception of the food bank as an accident, which started in 2000 when Safeway was going to throw away food so he had them leave it with him instead.
What started as a few tables on the oversized porch of his business grew to a 2.5 car garage full of cans and then moved to the current building, which was donated by Holiday Gas and costs the food bank $1 a year, plus insurance.
Lick's remarkable spirit is no accident and is evident in every interaction he has. Interviewing him battles constant interruptions including several hugs and jokes from each person walking by but mostly from the joyous outbursts of Lick.
"Hey where's my breakfast?" he yells toward one child. "Did you get me something good?" he directed to the next. And the children fed off of his energy throughout the event.
One shopping minor, Nicole Fauber, a 10-year-old who attends Sagebrush Elementary School, was all smiles as she enjoyed her omelet pizza with her parents after she finished shopping.
Fauber attended for the first time this year after her parents signed her up.
She started the morning not knowing what to get for her parents, but with a little help from her cop partner and his wife wound up with one great gift for each of them.
When asked what Christmas means to her, Fauber didn't have to think for a minute.
"It's about happiness and family," she said, "and getting presents for people that they will really love."
Fauber also added she wasn't the least bit scared or uncomfortable with the police officer, though she was glad his wife stayed with them to help find something for her mom.
Several officers and their significant others participated in the event, many lined up at the front door eagerly awaiting their next child.
Sgt. Allen Thompson returned this season for his sixth year, noting that once you get started in the program it keeps you coming back.
"The thing about it that's important from a law enforcement standpoint," Thompson said, "is it gives us a really positive interaction with the community that we aren't otherwise afforded between our everyday calls."
He also has a personal connection to the event, as a member of Sheridan and a father.
"I have children and I'm trying to instill in them the idea that Christmas is about somebody else and not you," he said, "and just how rewarding it is to make someone else happy at Christmas."


text: Benoît Verjans has a PhD degree in biochemistry and an MBA from the University of Brussels. He has made a post-doctoral program at the University of Cambridge (UK). He worked at UCB Pharma in International Marketing, at McKinsey&Co as consultant mainly in pharma sector (marketing, supply chain and licensing projects) and as CEO of 4AZA Bioscience, a start-up from the University of Leuven developing new immuno-modulating drugs. He is currently Scientific Advisor at Aseptic Technologies and CEO of Arlenda, a company specialized in pharmaceutical statistics. Benoît is on the Editorial Board of Pharmaceutical Technology Europe and member of ISPE and PDA.


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Bryan Brister, Ph.D., has been named director of the Mississippi Polymer Institute (MPI). Brister, who earned both his bachelor and doctorate degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi, now heads the organization created by legislative mandate to accelerate the development cycle of Mississippi polymer products.
Brister, a Gulfport native, replaced Jim Evans, who retired earlier this year. Before joining MPI, he was a principal in Seven Seas Water, a water and waste water treatment company in Tampa, Fla.


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I Am Moving to the Uk
Personal Stories, Advice, and Support 14 People
OMGOnly eight weeks til we leave. Boy I have allot to do and I just am not motivated. I allways leave everything till the last mintue so i should be ok. lol
AmericanAngel04 26-30 2 Responses 0 Feb 26, 2009
9 Days LeftI can't believe how fast time has flown. To once was a year then months and now its just days away and now I have been praying for it to slow down. lol x
AmericanAngel04 26-30 1 Apr 21, 2009
7 Weeks and CountingI feel almost sick to my stomach that its getting closer. One plus is that time has seemed to be going super slow. I however know that towards the end it will speed up. So little time and so much to do. I've started cleaning and packing and I am getting there bit by bit...
AmericanAngel04 26-30 1 Mar 6, 2009
In 12 Weeks I Will Be Back On BaseI can't believe that it' only twelve weeks away. I'm getting so nervous. I almost feel sick.lol It seems like it was last year and I was saying I am moving back next year and now it is almost here. I'm excited and yet scared. I hate living on base. But I love my husband and know...
AmericanAngel04 26-30 3 Responses 1 Jan 27, 2009
My mum has more family over thereand doesn't really get along with the family over here in Australia :( . We have packed up our whole house ready to move to England and I am currently living with the step dads parents, which is nice in a way. The problem is I never actually knew how to make friends. I get so...
bree9541 16-17, F 2 Jan 22, 2014
Wow!I just decided to move to the UK :)I'm serious about this. I've already written and sent out a few applications, I hope that I'll get one of those jobs and can move in a couple of months :)
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29 Jun 2010, 05:32pm by Bill Barnwell
This week's column for ESPN Insider looks at the injury rates of highly-drafted players and breaks down which positions are the healthiest bets in the draft. Hint: It's not running back.
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18 Jun 2010, 12:12am by Brian Fremeau
Will Utah be an immediate Pac-10 title contender, or will it struggle in its transition from the Mountain West?
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15 Jun 2010, 02:53pm by Bill Barnwell
This week's ESPN article uses salary data to analyze who spent the most and least at each position in 2009, and what return those teams got on their investment.
5 comments, Last at 17 Jun 2010, 11:55am by are-tee
15 Jun 2010, 01:08pm by Brian Fremeau
With the departure of Nebraska and Colorado, the Big 12 is making plans to play a nine-game round-robin schedule and forego a conference championship game. That ought to make the road to a title for Texas or Oklahoma a bit easier. But how much easier? Brian Fremeau discovers that aside from last season, the conference championship path wouldn't have been much different for the Big 12 elite.
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15 Jun 2010, 11:32am by Brian Fremeau
There are plenty of other factors in play in Nebraska's move to the Big Ten, but what might the effect be on its football team's wins and losses?
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08 Jun 2010, 12:19pm by Bill Barnwell
This week's ESPN feature analyzes Jim Kelly's claim that the Bills need to take a quarterback that isn't from California by comparing the performance of quarterbacks with warm weather backgrounds and cold weather backgrounds in both cold and warm games.
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01 Jun 2010, 04:01pm by Aaron Schatz
This week's ESPN Insider feature looks at the top defenders in quarterback hurries for 2009, and which pass rushers did a lot of work without much help from their teammates.
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26 May 2010, 10:41am by Aaron Schatz
Today's ESPN Insider feature looks at the players with the best and worst broken tackle rates in 2009. As a bonus for FO readers, we've got all 32 teams ranked right here.
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18 May 2010, 01:39pm by Aaron Schatz
This week's ESPN Insider feature looks at the most important injuries going into 2010, including Wes Welker, Darren Sharper, and Ryan Clady. My name is on this, but it was a group effort. I think you can guess which FO writers contributed.
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20 Apr 2010, 03:24pm by Bill Barnwell
This week's Tuesday ESPN feature is the last bit of draft preview from us: a Lewin Career Forecast breakdown of Sam Bradford, Jimmy Clausen, Tim Tebow, Colt McCoy, and Tony Pike.
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Blog 4 - Clearing the Urchins
Zone A- On the 28th August 2012 we began the main phase of the project. As planned we began in Zone A. Zone A was the least effected area so seemed the best place to begin and after just 11 man-hours eliminating the urchins, the area had been cleared. As expected we had to re-cover the area a number of times before the area was cleared completely and even now the odd urchin appears from under the rocks. Although this area was the least affected the difference is clear to see. There has been a huge increase in the number of fish and new fish began moving into the area. The undersea vegetation began to grow really quickly and after just 3 short months there were large sections of harpoon weed, moss, algae, top shell, as well as other unidentified species. There has also been an increase in the Snakelock anemone (sea nettle) in this area. However the last few months has brought large swells into the bay and much of the harpoon weed has been destroyed but the roots are still in place and will grow again in the spring. We have also been lucky enough to discover brown morays, black morays and golden tail morays living under the rocks.
Participants: Chris Botting, Duncan Hooper
Zone B
Zone B was a little more challenging. Manon joined us and after nearly 18 man-hours starting on the 8th September 2012 we cleared the zone. This is the same area as the Test Zones so we had a good idea as to how it would turn out once the urchins had been eliminated. Again after a few months the vegetation began to grow and more fish populated the area. Trumpet fish started to frequent the area, and in the shallows we began to see different types of bream and other species appearing. Again, the swells over the last few months have done some damage but nothing too severe.
Participants: Chris Botting, Duncan Hooper, Manon Mermety
Zone C
Zone C was a huge task as the area contained thousands of the urchins. We began to clear them on the 17th September 2012. It took 21 man-hours to cover the whole area. This time we were joined by Thomas Bernier. This area was particularly difficult due to the large rock, crevices and holes for the urchins to hide in and around. This area has turned out more or less the same as Zone B and we are very happy with the result so far.
Participants: Chris Botting, Duncan Hooper, Manon Mermety, Thomas Bernier
Zone D & E
We covered these 2 areas simultaneously and although we lost Duncan, we gained 2 new helpers: Carl and Lucy. We began on the 28th September 2012 and 18 man-hours later we had covered both areas and reached what we call the canyons. This area has seen the least change in regards to the plant life but has seen an increase in fish populations and variety. There is however red moss growing as well as different types of sponge appearing. Trumpet Fish are also frequently seen and lately many streaked gurnard have been spotted in this area.
Participants: Chris Botting, Manon Mermety, Thomas Bernier, Carl Kershaw, Lucy Weal
Zone H
Zone H (also known to us as The Amarilla Reef Canyons) were next. Already a really nice rock formation, we had high hopes for this area. Tony joined us and we began to tackle the area on the 8th December 2012. It took another14 man-hours to clear. After just a few weeks, the once barren white rock were transforming and are now a bright green color with small plants and bushes growing where fields of urchins once sat. The fish population is increasing weekly and you can now see zebra bream and other fish feeding from the vegetation on the rocks. This is probably the center point of the dive site and it's already looking great after just 2 months.
Participants: Chris Botting, Lucy Weal, Tony Gills
Zone I
Zone I is an important area as it is a large rock formation that separates the Amarilla reef from the next bay making it very difficult for the urchins to make their way back into the cleared areas. We began here on the 13th December 2012 and it took 16 man-hours to clear. Bas also joined us here. We cleared the wall on both side plus all the urchins on top of the wall. Now we hope we have a good natural barrier to prevent the urchins repopulating the area. The wall itself has pretty much flourished in the same way as the canyons, becoming a bright green color and teaming with life.
Participants: Chris Botting, Lucy Weal, Tony Gills, Bastiaan Groen
Zone G
Zone G is situated directly above the canyons and also proved difficult due to all the nooks and crannies for the urchins to dwell and hide. We began on the 10th January 2013 and despite the problems we managed to clear the area in just 14 man-hours. The area also has great potential although we are still to see any results as we have only just recently finished here. We have also been joined by 2 new recruits: Monika and Laura.
Participants: Chris Botting, Lucy Weal, Tony Gills, Bastiaan Groen, Monika Kornecka, Laura Martin Daza
Zone F
Zone F is the final area. We started on the 18th January 2013 and are currently working in this area.
Brief Conclusion
Everybody been very surprised how quickly nature has brought life back to the reef and at the change we have seen after such a short amount of time. Although still not a complete dive site, we have high hopes that in the coming months we will see many changes to our little reef. The swells have done some damage but nothing that is irreparable. Once zone F has been completed we will be monitoring the reef and making sure that no urchins make there way back in. After that, we will be monitoring changes in plant life as well as fish populations and species.


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May 2014 - Hsinchu City, Taiwan - At NTHU
RMS was in the International Conference Hall of National Tsing Hua University's Learning Resources Center, in Hsinchu City, Taiwan, where several hundred people came to hear him deliver his speech "A Free Digital Society," on May 9th, 2014.
FSF statement on Court of Appeals ruling in Oracle v Google
The Federal Circuit has ruled in Oracle's favor, which has reintroduced confusion and uncertainty on a user's freedom to use APIs.
Fall 2013 FSF Bulletin now available online
The latest Free Software Foundation Bulletin for fall 2013 is now online. Check it out for interesting articles on free software and free software activism.
Interview with Ciaran Gultnieks of F-Droid
This is the latest installment of our Licensing and Compliance Lab's series on free software developers who choose GNU licenses for their works.
Richard Stallman answers questions on Slashdot.org
Richard M. Stallman (RMS) answers questions from Slashdot.org readers and discusses free hardware, deblobbing the kernel, legal reforms, and much more.
FSF joins more than twenty other organizations in plan to "Reset the Net"
We are joining this day of action to protect Internet users from mass surveillance. Stay tuned to learn more about what we'll be doing to Reset the Net on June 5, 2014.
GNU Spotlight with Karl Berry: 30 new GNU releases!
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Modified Drop Shoulder Sweater - Adult Pullover by Ann Budd
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Modified Drop Shoulder Sweater - Adult Pullover
Patterns in grid format for a wide variety of gauges and sizes, pullovers or cardigans. Add the yarn and stitch patterns of your choice, make and measure a gauge swatch, look up your finished size and gauge in the tables, and cast on!
Patterns in 10 sizes for chest measurements 36"-54", at 5 gauges of 3-7 stitches per inch.
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krishan meetoo redesigns wind turbines with 3D printed device
krishan meetoo redesigns wind turbines with 3D printed device
all images courtesy of krishan meetoo design studio
the new energy harnessing concept by UK krishan meetoo design studio is an aerodynamic device focused on improving the issues of current wind turbines, developed in collaboration with the support of samsø energy academy, danish wind industry association, siemens wind power, coemi UK and aston university. the renewable energy sector has recently heralded wind power as the solution to combat rising co2 emissions. however, there are significant issues in intermittent performance and integration within the grid.
the wind turbine was developed through computational fluid dynamics (CFD), a technique used to solve problems that involve fluid flows. this method provides a number of savings in cost and time compared to conventional wind tunnel tests. design of experiments (DOE) were used to quickly develop an understanding of the relationships between design parameters and the desired performance of the new device. once completed the concept was 3D printed in stereo-lithography (SLA) and its surfaces validated in wind tunnel tests. taking components used in airplane wing construction, the final design is composed of a skeletal structure made from composite sections and complemented with a hydro-phobic fabric outer skin.
dispelling the myths, here is the current sate of play of current technologies
a wide range of concepts were evaluated ranging from single to multiple diffuser arrangements
the concept was developed with a number of revolutionary technologies including CFD, DOE & 3D Printing
diagram showing how the device functions
the turbine serves to increases the velocity of air by creating a pressure drop behind the device. this is achieved by channeling air through the primary aerofoil (1) and re-energizing passive air through the separation gap (2). a venturi effect is formed due to inducing a greater wind mass flow (3), ultimately resulting in greater power.
the concept provided several landmark achievements during design and development
final design based on airplane wing construction, made from a composite structure and hydro-phobic fabric outer skin
designboom has received this project from our 'DIY submissions' feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here.
Incredible invention that can really be useful for the environment. Anything created for the good of the environment is always good since it means making the world a better place to live in. What's more amazing is that, it is done through 3D printing.
I am interested in knowing the test result of a specific size wind turbine (i.e. 4 or 6 feet rotor) in terms of kWp? I see this as auxiliary power to the Zero Energy cost renewable vessel being developed. Looking forward to receiving a response and having a dialogue with you.
Henning Jacobsen
HJA Solutions
Pretty, but also pretty unlikely. This triggers about eight of thirteen red flags from my list of questions that should be asked about any novel wind generation device. He's inverted the shroud and called it a diffuser which is amusing, but other than that it shares the problems with shrouded technology, which is that what seems to work in simulation just never works out in the real world, despite over 80 years of attempts.
The diffuser itself of course creates a huge and expensive surface that is both much more costly than traditional HAWTs but also much more fragile and subject to wind buffeting induced failure, as others in this space keep finding out.
It's pretty typical for efforts such as this to both attack the iconic HAWT technology and get their facts about HAWTs wrong. Pity that this design studio managed it while according to them being in collaboration with organizations involved in the wind industry; you would have thought they might think to have their facts checked and to no attack their collaborator's. Bad form in multiple ways.
All-in-all, the odds that this 3D-modeler has found something that has eluded every other person, group, serious research institute and governmental agency engaged in harvesting wind energy for the past 100 years are virtually zero. But they do make pretty models.
FAntastics news!!! Let's get these up and running ASAP please!!!
Great concept and a unique design. I have one suggestion for Krishan. If the weight of the blade is taken off the axle of the generator rotor and transferred to the stationary ring (front airstream concentrator) by fixing the blade tips with tapered-roller bearings sliding on a outer bearing race mounted on the concentrator, the mechanical efficiency of the turbine can be enhanced even further. It will be a great idea to develop a micro-turbine for off-grid domestic application. Currently micro-turbines have not become popular and widespread for two reasons: (i) limitation of minimum wind speed needed, which is around 5-7 m/sec, and (ii) need for minimum pole height of 3 m to avoid turbulent flow of windstream in the vicinity of concrete structures over building rooftops. I would be much interested to collaborate on such a development in micro-turbines.
Sorry but this one while it will work, will cost far more than just increasing the dia by 63% without the heavy, costly, hard to support shroud for the same output.
Shrouds just can't be worthwhile compared to a regular 3 blade WT by basic physics, weight. At least not cost effectively.
Spot on Mike Barnard. And to claim performance almost three times Betz is absurd. Another "breakthrough" that will no doubt soon disappear…
I do not understand the thinking here. These constructions are ugly and way more expensive than existing HAWT designs.
Is the aim to prove that diffuser works and could be designed better or is the aim to find an alternative to HAWT's all together.
When you develop a design concept it is critically important that you think strategic and that you aim to solve a real problem.
Regarding the Betz equation ducted wind turbines never achieve performance beyond the Betz limit but may well achieve higher performance than standard HAWT's due to the eliminated problem with the tip vortices.
Regarding LCOE the ducted solution may also outperform HAWT's if the lifetime expectancy can be improved by lessened vibrations.
The core problem is not CFD analysis of the ducts but analysis of how to make them cheap to produce and erect.
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A very original designed item, great for amusing children when traveling and an alternative to a pram in cases.
A child sits on top and can be pulled along or they can pull it along for as part of their own luggage.
Very cute design for boys and girls and recommended a fun part of any families suitcase collection if you have children.
Take the stress out of travelling with the Trunki ride-on suitcase. Tots can pack, sit-on and ride their Trunki whilst you can keep them in tow.The Trunki is practical, safe and fun. it is hand luggage restriction approved and is durable yet lightweight. Features a multi-functional shoulder/tow strap, a soft rubber rim to prevent trapped fingers, stabilizers to stop tots toppling off and a lost child luggage tag. Age range: From 3 years. depth: 47.5 cm width: 21.5 cm height: 33.1 cm


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Haunted by the home-ground hoodoo that struck again to leave them clinging to a top-eight position, the Newcastle Knights must now regroup and deal with even more daunting demons that await them in Melbourne.
Newcastle's 14-8 loss to St George Illawarra at Hunter Stadium on Saturday night extended two remarkable streaks. It was their ninth consecutive defeat by the Dragons at Turton Road and 13th from 15 games since the joint-venture club was formed in 1999.
It also maintained Dragons coach Steve Price's perfect record of four wins from four clashes with his former boss Wayne Bennett.
For those who believe in omens, the portents appear ominous as Newcastle prepare for their clash with the premiers at AAMI Park on Sunday night.
The Dragons' stranglehold at Hunter Stadium dates back to 2004, which coincidently was the last year Newcastle won in the Victorian capital.
Since then the Storm have racked up nine consecutive wins on home turf against Newcastle, scoring a combined tally of 308 points and conceding 80.
The average score in those games has been Melbourne 34.2, Newcastle 8.8.
''We're three [losses] in a row now, going down to Melbourne and we need a win before the bye,'' acting Knights skipper Jarrod Mullen said after Saturday's defeat.
''The boys are still confident but we need to get a bit of self-belief back in the team. It's going to be tough down there … we have struggled down there in the past. But I know a lot of games I've been in [went] right down to the death. So I'm sure the boys are going to go down there with great attitude before the bye and put in a big effort.''
The Knights - who had Kurt Gidley (foot), Akuila Uate (ribs), Danny Buderus (back), Timana Tahu (calf), Matt Hilder (knee) and Josh Mantellato (ribs) out - have lost five of their past six games. Last year Newcastle lost five successive games at a similar stage and failed to recover, eventually finishing 12th.


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In your expert opinions, is rhinoplasty worth the risks on my nose? (pictured below) I am a female with a very prominent masculine nose (noticeable dorsal hump, droopy tip as you see).
Is my Nose a More Tough or Simple Case for Primary Rhinoplasty? (photo)
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Is my Nose a More Tough or Simple Case for Primary Rhinoplasty?
Greetings. There are different kinds of rhinoplasty operations however we can divide them as the one that requires bone excision and the one that does not need bone excision. The main fact that we classify the rhinoplasty operations like that is that the results and postoperative period is associated closely with this fact. In the operations like "nasal tip correction", "simple rhinoplasty" there is no need for a bone excision however these minor operations cannot be beneficial for everyone. The operation type is need to be determined by the surgeon according to needs of the patient. In these minor operations the rhinoplasty is performed with closed method. The bone and the cartilage tissues are not involved in the surgery directly. Small nasal bumps can be removed in these operations.
There's No Such Thing as a "Simple" Rhinoplasty
Hi Katie,
You are an excellent candidate for rhinoplasty. I my opinion there is no such thing as a "simple rhinoplasty". Rhinoplasty is considered the most difficult of all facial plastic surgeries to get right. Even the most experienced rhinoplasty surgeons do not go into a nose operation with the thought, "This is going to be easy." Rather it takes consultation with the patient to understand the common goals, followed by thorough examination, diagnosis, planning, and lastly the surgical procedure. By choosing your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully you should end up with an excellent result. Good luck and be well.
Dr. P
Good candidate for a rhinoplasty
From your photograph it would appear that you would be a good candidate for rhinoplasty. A complete examination would be needed to give you a more complete description of the steps involved.
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Simple Rhinoplasty?
Tough to tell with your pic, but in your description it sounds like a simple rhinoplasty, dorsal hump revision with a droopy tip , nothing that should be overly difficult and you should have an excellent result. Good luck.....
Rhinoplasty and nasal hump
It is impossible to say exactly what you need without and in-person exam. However, the main issue is the boney hump. This can be effectively take care of with a closed (all internal incisions) rhinoplasty. An experienced board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon should be able to do this with a high degree of confidence. -Best
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You appear to have excellent chance of getting a good result since there seems to be rather thin to medium skin thickness. An experience surgeon will sculpt a natural looking nose for you. By the way, you can use Paint in Windows to blacken any part of the face or otherwise.
Risk of Rhinoplasty
You will have a good result following rhinoplasty surgery if you select an experienced surgeon. Look at his results in patients similar to you.
Rhinoplasty for dorsal hump removal
Hump removal is the most common feature that is shaved down during the primary rhinoplasty procedure. After the hump was removed, osteotomies will be required to close an open roof deformity. Releasing the depressor septi ligament will prevent the tip from drooping down a upon smiling. It is a good idea to seek out an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for best results. Please see the link below for our photo gallery of patients in our practice with hump removal rhinoplasty similar to your own
Learn more: http://www.seattlefacial.com/progallery/dorsalhumpy_photos24.html
More tough case for rhinoplasty
Any time rhinoplasty is more than hump removal, good judgement is required. Your skin appears thin and the tip sharp and projecting in need of rotation and support. Rhinoplasty is certainly worth the risk. It is important to choose a surgeon carefully.
Learn more: http://www.peterejohnsonmd.com/rhinoplasty
Is my Nose a More Tough or Simple Case for Primary Rhinoplasty?
A closed rhinoplasty could elevate the tip and reduce the hump and help achieve the look you want. There will need to be osteotomies to close the open roof after the hump is removed. In addition, the tip may need to be refined as well. Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties each year. Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Learn more: http://www.hughesplasticsurgery.com/Rhinoplasty.php
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.


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As Spring Break slowly approaches (I think. Since I left school I have no sense of time), the amusement parks around San Antonio are pushing their season passes like crazy.
I can't blame them. If the rest of the area is like my family was when we first moved here, thousands of people will pay over $100 to buy a pass and use it maybe once or twice before you realize that long lines & wave pools waiting to be pooped in & infect you with ecoli in 100+degree weather, just ain't worth it. So it's a great money maker...
I have no qualms with their will to profit, HOWEVER I refuse to stand for false advertising.
The most recent Sea World ad is narrated by a young lad of 8 or 9 yrs. summarizing his magical day at the park, starting at & returning to sitting in the splash zone at the Shamu show. He ends the spiel telling you how much fun you'll have etc. etc.
THE TRUTH?: Do NOT sit in the splash zone unless you want to get soaked & spend the rest of your day chafing and smelling like you bathed in a giant tub of vaginas and whale pee.
Unfortunately I speak from experience. After I graduated from high school, we took some out of town guests there & started our day with the show, in the splash zone. While the show was great (those animals, while possibly tortured, are excellent performers), we forgot that the water we were about to get splash with it fuh-ooooolll of whale pee, poo, and meal leftovers. Well long story short, in the 100 degree weather we spent the rest of the day squishing around the park, damp & reeking.
So unless you have set time aside for at least 3 showers per splash zone-e to remove the algee and shame, I highly suggest you sit way up top. You won't miss a thing.
I also suggest you see the sea-lion show. A HUGE fat walrus comes out during it and does sit ups. For . REAL.
Friday, February 19, 2010
As Spring Break slowly approaches (I think. Since I left school I have no sense of time), the amusement parks around San Antonio are pushing their season passes like crazy.
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Johannesburg - JC Koster lived less than three months, but he saved two lives. "He touched more people's lives in two and a half months, or one day, than many people do in a lifetime," says Magda Koster, JC's mother.
He died 11 years ago. Koster, her parents, JC and her husband were travelling from a holiday in Wilderness when they were in a head-on collision with a drunk driver. Koster's parents died on impact and JC was injured.
JC was her first-born and Koster was still on maternity leave when the accident happened.
"The following morning, they called us in and they said to us they have done some tests and the internal bleeding was brain damage basically, and they are going to switch off the machines," says Koster.
They were asked if they had considered donating JC's organs. Koster and her husband looked at each other.
"It was the weirdest feeling when they asked us, like someone throwing a bowl of cold water on you. We just looked at one another and we said yes. And afterwards, we wondered what made us say yes… It was a shocking experience because we had never thought about transplants before.
"It's a very emotional decision. We just saw it as, you never know if you might one day have a child who needs an organ."
JC's liver went to a one-year-old girl and his kidneys to a six-year-old boy. Born with a kidney defect, the boy was already receiving dialysis treatment. After the transplant, his grandparents wrote to the Kosters saying that he was doing well.
The Kosters never heard anything from the girl's family.
But four years later, Koster picked up a magazine in a doctor's waiting room, and in it she saw the story of her son's death, and of how his liver had saved the girl's life.
"At that point, I was pregnant with my third child. It was quite amazing the message coming to you in that way."
Today, Koster and her husband have two other children, aged nine and five, and they both know about their brother.
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The 'Fa La La' singer and Santa Claus are coming to town to deliver rewards to the kids who've been good throughout the years.
Justin Bieber helps Santa Claus deliver Christmas gifts in "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" music video. Appearing in the clip as an animated character, the Canadian popstar joins Santa when he lists the kids who deserve to receive rewards for being good throughout the year before taking a trip to town together.
Another "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" music video is also in the works. Instead of seeing Bieber getting animated, the upcoming one will feature Bieber's real-live character. The video is set to premiere on the big screen before "Arthur Christmas" on November 23.
Beside preparing for the second "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" video, Bieber has also filmed a clip to support "All I Want for Christmas Is You", his duet with Mariah Carey. In this one, the "Mistletoe" singer is going to share screen with the R&B diva.
"Under the Mistletoe" has been released in the United States on November 1. In addition to featuring Mariah, the effort also lines up Usher, Boyz II Men, The Band Perry and Busta Rhymes. It's estimated to debut at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 200 by selling around 200,000 to 225,000 copies.
The album release is marred by paternity rumors, but Bieber is unfazed by the report. He recently thanked his fans on Twitter, "So this past week and even today every rumor and lie about me possible has been coming out in the press. Just need to ignore it..but... even through all the crap and lies...my fans have been there for me."
The teen singer added, "And i just got word..It is OFFICIAL!! that.... #UnderTheMistletoe is the #1 Album on the BILLBOARD 200 this week!!! WE ARE THE #1 ALBUM!! so to the people making up this BS..." He ended his series of tweets by writing, "THey cant break Us!"


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FAH1223 wrote:Was at the game, kinda surprised to see them storm the court after that
Yeah, that was flat out weird. God love em, but the young MD fan base isn't very sophisticated. NC State is a team we generally expect to beat and don't really have much of a rivalry with. And them being 14th ranked is nice, but they're not an elite team or program. Not to mention (but I am mentioning it), the game was one of the worst offensive performances I've seen since... their last game.


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Two women face robbery charges after a woman was assaulted on north Main Street on Saturday.
Winnipeg police reported the arrests Sunday.
An attempted robbery was reported just before 6 p.m. on Saturday. Investigators say a 26-year-old woman had just purchased a quantity of liquor and was standing outside a business in the 1000 block of Main Street when she was accosted.
Two women confronted her. One of them distracted the woman by asking for a cigarette. The second woman physically assaulted the victim, then both tried to rob her.
A passer-by came to the victim's aid and the suspects took off on foot. Officers who were called to the scene were told the two suspects were still in the area.
A short time later, two suspects were located and arrested on Main Street near Selkirk Avenue.
Tia Hudson, 18, and Maxine Carpenter, 28, face charges and remained in custody Sunday.


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Particles are always something that makes photography special, it can be with water, ink or in this case powder. "Powder Dance" is a series of visually gorgeous shots by the German photographer Geraldine Lamanna that highlights the elegance and beauty of dancing with white powder.
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Being able to capture the speed and electricity of a lightning bolt never gets old, in terms of photographic imagery. This shocking image by Flickr photographer jean slavin photography is stunning. It's as though the clouds gathered in that spot just to produce this beautiful photo. Thanks for sharing your image through The Nature Conservancy's Flickr group, Jean!
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Tips for Gluten-Free Holiday Bakingby Dana Angelo White in Gluten-Free, December 20, 2013
Wheat flours are an obvious no-no for gluten-free baking, but gluten is also commonly found in other baking staples like some brands of oats, as well as candies and leavening agents, so it's important to read labels carefully. It's also helpful to experiment with recipes ahead of time and find a good standard all-purpose gluten-free baking flour, like Bob's Red Mill or Trader Joe's brand.
If you follow a gluten-free diet or are just cooking for guests who do, here are some holiday sweets.
Chewy Gluten-Free Cookies
Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins
Gluten-Free Cinnamon Sugar Teacake
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies
Gluten-Free Almond Drops
Crispy Rice Square (use a gluten-free rice cereal)
Gluten-Free Yellow Cupcakes
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chunk Brownies (recipe below)
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chunk Brownies
Makes 16
Nonstick cooking spray
½ cup all-purpose gluten free baking mix
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon kosher salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
½ cup plus 2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chunks
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Combine baking mix, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl and set aside. Place melted butter in a large bowl, whisk in applesauce, sugar, canola oil and vanilla. Whisk in eggs one at a time. Fold in cocoa mixture until just combined, then fold in ½ cup chocolate chunks. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining chocolate chunks and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let cool for at least 20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Info Per Piece: Calories: 171; Total Fat: 9 grams; Saturated Fat: 4 grams; Total Carbohydrate: 21 grams; Sugars: 19 grams; Protein: 2 grams; Sodium: 64 milligrams; Cholesterol: 31 milligrams; Fiber: 1 gram
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Evers says Congress must deal with debt and immigration
Bruce Evers said he first got the idea to run for Congress while sitting in a deer stand, thinking of his six grandkids.
What will they have if the United States doesn't get its spending under control? he wondered.
"Truly, my motivation started at that point," said Evers, a financial advisor who spends his working days assisting clients with their retirement strategies.
When he attended a town hall meeting hosted by incumbent Ron Kind, it seemed to Evers that the congressman said one thing but did another.
While Kind describes himself as fiscally responsible and says he doesn't want his sons to inherit a huge national debt, the incumbent's voting pattern is "completely opposite to that ideology," said Evers.
The top two issues facing the country now are the national budget and immigration, said Evers during an interview Monday in River Falls.
Evers faces Dan Kapanke in the Republican primary Sept. 14 with the winner running against Kind for Wisconsin's Third District seat in Congress.
Evers proposes a series of measures to bring government spending under control. First on his list is immediately reducing the size of federal government by 25%, a step he says could be taken by the House Committee on Appropriations.
Other proposals include cutting all corporate taxes in half to encourage expansion and job creation and giving companies incentives to bring jobs back to the United States.
He proposes using 10% of the savings from cutting government by 25% to repay money borrowed from the Social Security Trust Fund and insists there be no more raiding of Social Security. He also supports establishing a secure retirement program into which all Americans can contribute 10% of their annual income to individually-owned funds.
"We not only need to stop it," said Evers of the growing national debt. "That's a no-brainer. We need to take it and reduce it."
He said the U.S. government is the largest business in the world and must be run as a business. To cut costs, he suggested finding the waste, evaluating agencies with regard to the service benefits they provide and eliminating some, cutting pork-barrel spending and stopping bailouts to banks and the auto industry.
As for the national debt, Evers notes the U.S. pays $600 billion a year in interest alone.
"And for that we get nothing," said Evers. "That's what blows my mind."
'An invasion of our country'
He is also adamant that immigration laws need to be toughened and enforced.
"You close borders, there's no more benefits, and you send 'em home," said Evers of treatment of illegal immigrants. "We have an invasion of our country. They need to go home, and their children have to go with them."
"Anchor babies" should be sent home when their families are and allowed to declare U.S. citizenship when they turn 18, said Evers.
The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution that gives citizenship to persons born in this country was adopted in the 1860s to give citizenship to freed slaves and American Indians, said Evers.
"The intent was to provide citizenship to correct a wrong," said Evers, adding that the 14th Amendment wasn't adopted to facilitate illegal immigration.
"Until we resolve that, I suggest they go home with their parents," said Evers. "That's not brutality. That's just reality."
Health care reform
"Everybody says we have to repeal 'Obama Care,'" said Evers, but he thinks that is neither doable nor desirable.
"There are, whether we like to think it or not, good things in that bill," said Evers.
Refusing to insure babies born with severe medical problems or denying insurance to adults with high-risk health conditions is wrong, said Evers. He suggests keeping private insurance, but repealing state mandates, allowing states to expand their high risk insurance plans.
"We don't always have to be creative," said Evers. "We have to start looking at what's there and what can be done."
He also objects to a 2,500-page bill that is too hard to understand and so long even the people who voted for it didn't read it.
"No bill coming out of Washington should be more than 100 pages long," said Evers, adding that legislation should be written in English that can be understood without the assistance of a lawyer.
Government involvement in medical care will create a mess, said Evers, who suggested instead looking at reform piece by piece.
"Those things that are good, they're good for America, and by golly, we should have them," he said.
His background
Evers attended Rhinelander High School and worked in a factory for a year before joining the U.S. Army and serving two years in Germany during the Vietnam Era.
He and his wife, Lynda, have been married over 40 years and have a son and six grandchildren.
After being discharged from the Army, he attended night school on the GI Bill and worked in a bank in Wausau.
He was named president of a bank in Mercer at age 31 and later became president of the Bank of Poynette in Columbia County. He left banking to become chief of business development for a national mortgage company and worked with Housing and Urban Development on multi-family housing projects across the U.S.
He later worked as territory manager for a regional insurance company but left that job to start his own financial advisor business.
He and his wife own a farm in Crawford County where their son, daughter-in-law and six grandchildren live and raise berries and alpacas.
"What will he bring to the table?
"Honesty, integrity and loyalty," replied Evers. "When I give my word, I mean it. Integrity can't be compromised ever."
For more information, go to his website: www.evers4congress.com.


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Chest pain can be caused by many things, from a pulled muscle to asthma. Depending on the reason for the pain, the symptoms may differ. Chest pain in children is rarely a sign of serious heart trouble.
Chest pain is accompanied by:
It's impossible to always avoid chest pain, considering its many potential causes. But you can:
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You know what they say about the quiet ones. They beguile with their demure, inoffensive nature, or, as in the case of Vincent Coleman on 9 Islands, fragile vocals and feather-light synths, before revealing a salacious inner freak that gets the Adina Howard seal of approval.
9 Islands begins with the vanilla essence of 'Primitive', a cut brimming with airy, harmonious synths that tenderly carry Coleman's sweet coos. 'Freelove' showcases transcendent harmonies that waft along the earworm hook, while 'Linear Symmetry' continues to shine a light on the Vincent's formidable writing skills.
The musings of life and love begin to darken once 'Naked Fools' kicks in. The slow burning, trap flavoured cut fuses steady handclaps with a celestial backing that hypnotizes. Lyrics like "Don't be afraid to put in work, to take this to a place where it hurts" play on both the physical and emotional aspects of love and things only heat up further once 'Simmer Down' kicks into gear. Talk of restraint takes on an order and obey element as Coleman's R&B tinged timbre weaves in and around the barebones production. 'Beast' and 'Animal' fluctuate between the docile and dominant, immersing the listener into a primal and decadent realm.
Make no mistake, this nine track set may start off with wistful contemplations of mortality, but the shades of eroticism it reveals excites and intrigues. The exploration of love and lust is expertly handled and creates a record that aches to be experienced.
Rating: ★★★★
Vincent Coleman's 9 Islands is available now from iTunes.
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Pitt's 28-21 victory Saturday night (almost Sunday morning) against Notre Dame was the program's biggest moment since the coaching upheavals of 2010 and 2011. It also marked the Panthers' second win this season against a team that has won seven games (Duke).
Here are my grades in several important categories:
Offensive line — B
Quarterback Tom Savage was sacked only once — that's happened only three times all season — and running backs Isaac Bennett and James Conner totaled 92 yards on 27 carries.
Skill — A
Senior wide receiver Devin Street's 63-yard reception and dive into the pylon in the near corner of the end zone was a testament to his skill and determination. It's what a leader does. And don't forget Tyler Boyd's eight receptions for 85 yards.
Quarterback — B
No interceptions, two touchdowns and 243 yards passing for Savage, who was both a productive passer and an effective caretaker. Savage hasn't thrown for that many yards since the Duke game two months ago.
Defensive line — B-
Not a lot of pressure on Notre Dame quarterback Tommy Rees, but the line didn't prevent the Irish's deep stable of running backs to control the game such as it did last week against Notre Dame.
Linebacker — B
Again, nothing spectacular, but Anthony Gonzalez's coverage on Notre Dame's final fourth-down incomplete pass sealed the victory.
Defensive backs — A
The two interceptions by safety Ray Vinopal are what everyone is talking about, but his partner at the position, Jason Hendricks, shared the team lead with seven tackles.
Kicking game — B
Pitt's offense did nothing with Lafayette Pitts' 50-yard kickoff return, but it was the team's longest of the season. No field goal attempts for Chris Blewitt, but he hit all four extra points.
Notre Dame center Nick Martin got a lot of help from his guards while holding Donald, Pitt's All-American candidate at defensive tackle, to one tackle and one quarterback hurry.


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Trevor Nunn Says Dwindling Regional Theatre Will Affect Economy, West End Talent
As reported by The Telegraph, Sir Trevor Nunn, former artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre, warned that cuts to arts funding, especially for regional theatre companies, would have a far-reaching effect on the West End talent pool and Britain's tourism industry.
"London is generally regarded as the theatre center of the world," Nunn said on BBC's Andrew Marr Show, "But that means it's an extraordinary component in the tourist business." He continued, saying the industry "had to be invested in" the future. "It's the rep companies, the regional theatres that give opportunity and training to the next generation."
Read the original report here.
Nunn's statements followed similar remarks recently made by Sir Ian McKellen, who said that without a steady availability of regional acting opportunities, the UK risks losing stage talents equal to that of Dame Judi Dench and others. He also stressed the importance of performers being able to live from their work.
Nunn is currently directing Kiss Me, Kate at The Old Vic. McKellen will next appear in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey film this year.


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The campaign launched by Pontypridd MP Owen Smith calling for a review and reform of the regional rugby structure in Wales is gaining momentum.
The support of other MPs across the South Wales Valleys area has been secured, and the national media are focusing on the issues raised.
An on-line petition launched at the outset of the campaign in early January has already passed the 2,000 signature mark.
To enable those without access to the electronic version, a paper copy of the petition has now been issued.
A copy of the petition is attached, can be printed off and distributed locally in shops, pubs, clubs and sporting venues.
Signed copies of the petition should be returned to:
Office of Owen Smith MP
GMB House
Morgan Street
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Reflecting on the progress of the campaign, Owen Smith said:
"The WRU must understand the depth of concern that exists among Welsh rugby fans and we can best do that by recording our protest and our opinions. I look forward to receiving many thousands of additional signatures in the coming weeks and months. The petition will eventually be passed to the WRU to inform their thinking about the future of the game, however, a copy of it will also be presented formally in Parliament by myself."
The on-line petition can be accessed by logging on to:
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This guide is designed to assist Furman University staff members in navigating the resources and services available at the James B. Duke Library.
Your Palacard serves as your library card.
The staff circulation period for most books is 91 days. The circulation period for leisure books is 21 days; videos circulate for 7 days. Staff members are not usually charged library fines, but are asked to return materials on time or renew them as appropriate. Staff members will be billed for items that are lost or damaged, including the base cost of the item plus a $15.00 replacement processing fee. Staff members who leave Furman must return ALL materials checked out before departing.
If you need an item for longer than the normal loan period, you can renew it online, over the phone, or in person. To see what you have checked out, when it is due, and renew online, you will need your Furman ID number. To renew by phone, you can call the Main Library Circulation Desk at 294-2265, the Music Library at 294-3795, or the Science Library at 294-2455.
Note: An item may not be renewed if it has been requested by another patron. Items checked out to you may be recalled if needed by a faculty member for course reserves.
You can search for books at other libraries using WorldCat.
PASCAL Delivers is a library service that allows Furman students, faculty or staff to borrow books from SC academic libraries. Books are delivered to the main library within five business days by the PASCAL Delivers courier. You will receive an email notice when your items arrive. This free service is currently used to borrow books only. The loan period is six weeks and renewals are not permitted.
InterLibrary Loan is a service whereby the ILL/Document Delivery department will do their best to acquire any type of material needed including media (videos, film, sound recordings), and sheet music in addition to books and journal articles from other libraries world-wide. Interlibrary loan materials usually take 5-10 days to arrive and you will receive notification by e-mail when it arrives.
As a Duke Endowment Library, Furman also has circulation agreements with Davidson, Duke, and Johnson C. Smith in North Carolina. You can borrow books from these libraries using your Furman ID card. If you check books out from these libraries, you can return them to the Main Library at Furman and we will ship them back for you.
Courtesy notices are sent via email three days before an item's due date. An overdue notice is sent via email one day after the item is due. A second overdue notice is sent seven days after an item's due date. A third overdue notice is sent fourteen days after an item's due date.
Dependents of Furman employees may apply for a Dependent ID Card at the University's Business Office. This Furman ID card will serve as your dependent's library card.
|Material Type
|Loan Period
|books from the General Collection
|91 days
|new books
|91 days
|leisure books
|21 days
|books from PASCAL
|42 days
|books from Interlibrary Loan
|due dates vary
|21 days
|music CDs
|21 days
|7 days
|14 days
Hours given are for the academic year. See our website for summer and holiday hours.
|James B. Duke Library
|Monday - Thursday
|8 am - 1 am
|8 am - 5 pm
|10 am - 5 pm
|10 am - 1 am
|Maxwell Music Library
|Monday - Thursday
|8 am - 12 am
|8 am - 4 pm
|1 pm - 5 pm
|1 pm - 12 am
|Sanders Science Library
|Monday - Thursday
|8:30 am - 12 am
|8:30 am - 4 pm
|1 pm - 5 pm
|1 pm - 12 am
The front doors of the library are locked 15 minutes prior to closing.
Changes in scheduled hours will be posted on the library homepage and the front doors of the library as soon as possible. Hours may change due to winter storms or other weather emergencies. For additional information, call 294-2265.
Who Can Borrow an Ipad?
Only currently enrolled students, faculty and staff of Furman University may borrow an iPad.
Use of iPads is on a first come, first served basis. You may check availability and place a hold on an iPad by stopping by the circulation desk or by calling 864-294-2265. You will be notified by e-mail when one is available.
Loan Period
iPads currently circulate for a two-week period.
What do I Need to Know about Borrowing an iPad?
When you borrow an iPad from the library, you will be asked to fill out and sign an iPad Lending Agreement acknowledging receipt of the iPad and financial responsibility for replacement if it is lost, stolen or damaged.
The patron is responsible for using or creating their own personal iTunes account. Instructions for creating an iPad account are available here and here.
Replacement Costs for Lost or Damaged iPads


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Hyundai has reinvented itself in recent years, so it seems appropriate that an automaker that wasn't previously known for reliability or quality would choose to "forget" about its past and call its first true performance car the Genesis.
The sporting Genesis Coupe is quite unlike the luxury sedan with which it shares a name. Priced and equipped to compete with a wide variety of competitors, the Genesis Coupe's various trim levels can provide buyers with a range of driving experiences: from mild-mannered commuting to track-prepped weekend fun.


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Carnival Triumph Breaks Loose From Mooring
Did someone put a voodoo curse on the Carnival Triumph? Here is some salt for rubbing into the wounds of the February cruise. I checked the Mobile weather office data and earlier this afternoon winds were 41 mph gusting to 54 mph.
Carnival Triumph breaks loose in Mobile.
Update: Winds peaked at 71 mph during a severe thunderstorm and that was when the event happened.
Poor Carnival just keeps getting slammed.
The media has already painted today's problem as being Carnival's fault, when it was the shipyard that was responsible for the mooring. But then with near hurricane force winds causing the event, it really seems to be an act of nature.
The most egregious remarks I've read so far come from Gene Sloan at USA Today, where his story led in with "the fire-ravaged Carnival Triumph broke loose....". Fire-ravaged? A fuel oil fire broke out and was confined to the engine room and extinguished. He makes it sound like the ship was ablaze from stem to stern.
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It wasn't pretty; but it certainly wasn't "fire ravaged."
The lack of competent editing is rife in the media and it gets worse with each passing year. It would help if the 'journalists' who write these stories would get educated on things other than how to write a catchy headline.
Rick, where did you find that picture? Were there more?
I saw where they could not find the crew member in the water and called off the search after 15 hours.
The missing person is not a crew member of Carnival Triumph. He is a security officer for the shipyard. The winds in the quickly strengthening storm not only caused the cruise ship to bust loose but those winds also blew away the guard shacks, and this is where the missing man was stationed.
I've since learned that the winds were so strong they actually caused the concrete footings for the bollards at the Carnival Triumph moorings to fail. In other words, the lines from the ship to the pier held, but part of the pier collapsed.
May dad lives near Mobile and he said it was a very bad storm. I hate that someone lost their life. I don't think I would ever want to said on that ship no matter how low it went!
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New Students
The San Diego Community College District has a wide range of programs at three colleges to provide the opportunity you need to succeed in your college career.
Different Programs for Different Goals
- Programs leading to an Associate in Arts Degree
- Programs leading to an Associate in Science Degree
- Programs leading to a Certificate of Achievement
- Programs leading to transfer to a four-year college in a California State University, the University of California, or a private college or university.
Endless Possibilities...Degrees and Programs of Interest
As the second largest community college district in California, we offer over 400 areas of study and programs of interest. To see the full list of majors and programs offered, download the Endless Possibilities Guide or pick one up in the Student Outreach Office on campus.
Three Colleges That Offer Unique College Experiences
Visit the college websites to discover which college offers the right college experience and education for you.
Once you've decided on which college you want to attend, follow the steps below to begin the enrollment process.
High School Students – There are special requirements for high school students. Go to the High School Students page for details.
International Students - There are special requirements for international students. Go to the International Students page for details.
You may apply for admission if any of the following apply to you...
- Have graduated from high school
- Have passed the California High School Proficiency Exam
- Did not graduate from high school, but have attained a Certificate of Completion
- Have passed the GED exam with an average score of 450 or higher.
- Did not graduate from high school, but are 18 years of age or older, or an emancipated minor (may be admitted under a provisional admission status)
- Are a high school student who has satisfied the concurrent enrollment admissions requirements (Go to the High School Students page for details.)
- Are an international student who has satisfied the international student admissions requirements (Go to the International Students page for details..)
All new students must file an Application for Admission online or in the Admissions Office.
Students who have not attended for one year must file a new Application for Admission.
Contact the Admissions Office on campus if you have any questions.
Admissions Office
Office A-112
Admissions Office
Office I4-102
Admissions Office
Office K-207
Steps for Admission
Download the Quick Guide to Admission & Registration:
Fall 2017 Quick Guide to Admission & Registration
Step 1 – Apply for Admission
Apply by the Deadline
Apply by the semester deadline date to ensure you receive critical services in time for the start of the semester.
Visit the
Application page
for deadlines. Only ONE application is required to apply for City, Mesa and Miramar College.
Declare Your Major
You will be asked to select a major, or your intended area of study, from the list provided.
Download the College Catalog for complete details on the programs available.
2017-2018 Catalog
2017-2018 Addendum
2017-2018 Catalog
2017-2018 Addendum
2017-2018 Catalog
2017-2018 Addendum
If you don't know what your intended area of study will be at this time, you can select "Undecided" or "Undeclared." Be sure to schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your educational plan.
Apply Now
To apply, go to the Online Application for Admission website and follow the instructions to Start A New Application.
Receive a Confirmation and Your CSID
You'll receive an email confirmation that your application has been submitted. You'll receive another email within 48 hours which will provide your College Student Identification (CSID) Number.
NOTE: Be sure to keep this number in a secure location. It will be required to access your student records, access online services and to conduct all business with the college.
Step 2 – Request official transcripts
Transcripts are the official document of the student's academic work at a college or university.
Official Transcripts are required for the following:
- To validate prerequisites completed
- To receive credit for courses completed at another institution
- To develop your Student Education Plan
- Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits must have transcripts on file within one semester
Guidelines for submitting Transcripts
- Students are responsible for requesting official transcripts from each institution attended.
- Official transcripts must be received in the original, sealed envelope from the college or university.
- Transcripts from foreign institutions are not required.
- Opened, faxed or emailed transcripts will not be considered official.
- Transcripts are only accepted within one year after issuance.
Transcripts should be submitted to the SDCCD office:
San Diego Community College District
Transcripts Department
3375 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92108-3883
Submit a Request for Transcript Evaluation
Visit the Counseling Office to submit your request for Transcript Evaluation. You will be notified when the evaluation is complete. Allow up to 30 days.
Counseling Office
Office A-110
Counseling website
Counseling Office
Office I4-303
Counseling website
Counseling Office
Office K-203
Counseling website
For more information go to the SDCCD Evaluations website.
Step 3 – Apply for Financial Aid
Financial Aid in the form of grants, scholarships, fee waivers, work study and student loans are available. Go to Financial Aid for details.
Start by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility for financial aid.
Step 4 – Student Success and Support Program (formerly Matriculation)
The goals of the Student Success and Support Program (SSSP) are to ensure that all students complete their college courses, persist to the next academic term, and achieve their educational objectives through admissions, orientation, assessment, educational planning with a counselor, and student follow-up.
Once you have completed your Application for Admission, you will need to register for an assessment and orientation appointment with the college you plan to attend. Visit the college website for specific instructions.
First Year Services Office
Office L-207
First Year Services Website
Testing Center
Office I4-201
Testing Center Website
Assessment Office
Office C-303
Assessment Website
A. Orientation
New students should attend an orientation session before taking the assessment test and registering for classes at the college.
The orientation program provides important information to students about the programs and services available at the colleges, as well as strategies for student success. The orientation is usually divided into two parts – an online orientation information program and a one-on-one meeting with a counselor. Visit the college website for more information and to schedule your orientation sessions.
B. Assessment
Your success as a college student depends, to a large degree, on enrolling in courses that match your abilities and skills. Assessment includes testing, as well as other measures, and is intended to assist students in determining the best fit between your skills and class requirements. In order to ensure proper course selection, all new students should go through assessment and orientation unless they already possess an associate degree or higher.
Students are strongly urged to take the assessment tests seriously. Take advantage of preparatory workshops, refresher courses, practice exams and tutoring services prior to taking the assessment tests.
- English assessment tests may be retaken after 1 year.
- Math assessment tests may be retaken after 1 year. Students who want to retest in math earlier than 1 year must take a refresher session/workshop/course or advancement exam.
Past Educational Achievements in Mathematics or English
Students are exempt from the English and math placement tests if they have earned an Associate degree or higher, have completed English and math courses, or have received a qualifying score on an SAT, ACT, EPT, ELM or CAASPP/EAP test taken within the past two years.
Students should bring or send official copies of their SAT, ACT, EPT, ELM or CAASPP/EAP test scores directly to the District Student Services office to determine readiness for English 101 or 105 and for courses with a Math 096 prerequisite. All tests must have been completed within the past 2 years.
|Minimum Required Score
|Old SAT*
Critical Reading
|New SAT*
Reading and Writing
EAP Status
1) Standard Exceeded:
Ready for college-level
English coursework
1) Standard Met:
Conditionally Ready for
college-level English
2) Completion of approved
senior year-long course with
a grade of C or better
(see course list below)
1) Standard Exceeded:
Ready for college-level math
1) Standard Met:
Conditionally Ready for
college-level math
2) Completion of approved
senior year-long course with
a grade of C or better
(see course list below)
*As of March 2016, the SAT test was redesigned and, as a result, the scoring structure has changed.
Approved High School Senior Year-Long Courses
A qualifying score from the College Board Advanced Placement English or Math Exam may be taken directly to the college Counseling office for consideration. Please refer to the College Catalog for AP exam score requirements.
Assessment Tests
There are three types of Assessment Tests offered at City, Mesa and Miramar colleges.
- English Placement Test
This test is designed for native speakers of English. If English isn't your primary language, but you are very comfortable using English and use it most of the time, then the English Placement Test is the right one for you to take.
- English Placement Test for Non-Native English Speakers (English for Speakers of
Other Languages - ESOL)
The ESOL Program is designed to prepare students to read, write, speak and listen at a level that enables them to succeed in college courses. This test is appropriate if English is not your primary language, you are not very comfortable with English, or if you speak, read, and write your native language most of the time. The program consists of four levels and the student is assigned a level based on the results of his or her placement test.
Mathematics Placement Tests
There are two mathematics tests available – Algebra Readiness and Intermediate Algebra. The Algebra Readiness test will help you determine if you have the necessary skills to be successful in the algebra courses. The Intermediate Algebra test will help you determine if you are ready for transfer level mathematics courses. Choose the test that most closely matches the last mathematics course you took.
Choosing the Right Math: Fact Sheet
We use an online placement assessment test known as Accuplacer. Testing is generally done on a walk-in basis in the Assessment / Testing Center on campus. Some colleges may require appointments for testing. Contact the Assessment/Testing Office on campus for details.
Download the Testing Tips for Taking ACCUPLACER Math and English Placement Tests to find out what you need to know before taking the tests.
Understanding the Results of the Placement Tests
Depending on the tests you take, you will receive a skill level from 10 to 50 in one or more of the following:
- Reading (R)
- Writing (W)
- ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) (L)
- Math (M)
Your test results will look something like this: R50, W30, L20, M40. Use the following tables to determine what classes you are eligible to take based on your skill level:
Course Sequence Charts
Review the Course Sequence Charts to determine the proper sequence of courses to take based on your assessment skill levels.
C. Student Education Plan
An education plan is an important tool to assist students in successfully attaining their goals without wasted time and effort. Counseling and career planning services are available to help students make informed choices concerning the programs and courses available.
The education plan is an agreement which contains the official requirements for graduation and/or transfer. All official transcripts of prior college work must be on file and evaluated before an official education plan can be prepared. Transcripts from foreign institutions are not required.
Education plans outline a suggested pathway for a student to take based on their major, transfer plans or other pertinent objectives. These plans allow students to determine how long it will take to complete a program of study and to be sure that all program requirements can be met within a particular period of time. The student should review their education plan periodically with a counselor as goals or objectives change.
Career, interest and aptitudes assessments are available for students who wish to explore other options or who are undecided on their educational goal.
Step 5 – Register for Classes and Pay your Fees
Once you have completed the above steps you are ready to enroll in class. Go to the Registration page for information on how to proceed.
All mandatory fees must be paid by the deadline as stated in Reg-e or you will be dropped for non-payment, this includes the mandatory student health services fee for all students.
Student Guide to College
The Student Guide to College provides the detailed information you need to know while attending college. It includes information on admissions, fees, registration, wait-lists, changing classes, grades, financial aid, parking permits, books, contact information, other resources and more.
Download the Student Guide:
Fall 2017 Student Guide to College
The guide does not replace the information found in the college catalog and schedule of classes. Each student is responsible for knowing the information provided in the college catalog and schedule of classes pertaining to student rights and responsibilities, instructional programs, enrollment, fees, transfers, degree requirements and the policies and procedures of the San Diego Community College District. You may download a copy of the college catalog or purchase a copy in the bookstore.
College Catalogs
2017-2018 Catalog
2017-2018 Addendum
2017-2018 Catalog
2017-2018 Addendum
2017-2018 Catalog
2017-2018 Addendum
Class Schedules
Go here to view the class schedules for upcoming terms: Online Class Schedule
This online version of the Class Schedule displays new classes, cancellations, and changes after the printed schedule has been distributed. Students can search for classes by academic subject, time and day, or key words.
The Honors Program serves self-motivated and qualified students by providing exceptional and intense learning experiences in classes that are usually highly interactive. The Honors General Education Core Curriculum consists of a group of courses already approved for transfer to campuses of the University of California and the California State University. In this curriculum, students encounter a range of historical, technical and cultural points of view.
The emphasis on interactive classroom settings, critical thinking, library research, strong writing skills, group presentations, and critiques anticipates the rigor and intensity of the university experience. At the same time, the personal attention extended by committed and caring professors, counselors and classmates guarantees a supportive atmosphere.
For more details and the list of Honors classes, download the Honors Program below.
Fall 2017 Honors Program Information
Please note there is no Honors Program during the Summer.
For more information contact the Honors Program on campus or visit the college websites:
Honors Program
Honors Program Website
Honors Program
Honors Program Website
Honors Program
Honors Program Website