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Although the quantity of balcony produce produced last year could hardly label me 'self-sufficient', I took great pride in growing all of my crops in pots from seeds. A good sized balcony and a huge windowsill afforded me a makeshift 'greenhouse', which enabled me to nurture seedlings until they were strong enough to endure the climes of life on the London Vegetable Garden balcony!
Now this year, I may have a share in an allotment, but this does not mean that problems no longer exist! My new flat has no real 'growing area' in which to grow seedlings on the scale that I managed to last year. Whilst I will be starting off this year's tomato plants (and a few other vegetables) from seed on a windowsill or two, the majority of this year's plants are going to be planted in situ in the ground.
Whilst this avoids root damage and disturbing young plants when transplanting seedlings between flower pots, it also means that one cold snap can prove much more of an obstacle to young plants. Although it's now British Summer Time, the weather this Bank Holiday weekend has shown that BST tends to exist mainly in name only!
One solution is to bring in baby plants and transplant these into the ground. Along with a National Trust book on allotments, my mother has kindly posted me my very own window box garden! Now obviously she hasn't send me a 'real' garden (I'd have soil all over my doorstep and letterbox!), but she has sent me a card that, once sent off, ensures I'll be delivered fresh vegetable plants to use in my allotment.
Much akin to farm-produced 'vegetable boxes' that are delivered to your doorstep weekly, 'Rocket Gardens' delivers a box of baby vegetable plants for budding gardeners to bed in on the allotment, in the garden, the patio, or even (as the name suggests) a windowsill! Set up by the aptly named Mike Kitchen back in 2005, Rocket Gardens is based in Cornwall and grows thousands of baby vegetable plants that are then sent to people to grow on themselves. As the website states:
"At Rocket Gardens, we take out all the risk and hard work that comes with growing your own organic plants from seed. We look after the plants when they are young and vulnerable, only letting you have them when they are the perfect size, ready to be transplanted straight into your garden."
Now, I shall still be attempting to see what I can grow from seed in the new flat (the trials and tribulations of which will naturally be chronicled on the blog), however these baby plants will enable me to get stuck right in once I officially arrive at the allotment. The card states that my plants will be delivered in around 10 days from receipt of the card, so once I'm moved and set up at the allotment, this will be one of my first tasks – watch this space!
If any of you have used a similar 'plant delivery' service, I'd like to hear from you! Simply leave your comments on this post, or write on the London Vegetable Garden's Facebook page!


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Château Margaux, archaically La Mothe de Margaux, is a wine estate of Bordeaux wine, and was one of four wines to achieve Premier cru (first growth) status in the Bordeaux Classification of 1855. The estate's best wines are very expensive. The estate is located in the commune of Margaux on the left bank of the Garonne estuary in the Médoc region, in the département of Gironde, and the wine is delimited to the AOC of Margaux.
The estate also produces a second wine named Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, as well as a dry white wine named Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux which does not conform to the Margaux appellation directives.
The domaine of Château Margaux extends 262 hectares (650 acres), of which 87 hectares (210 acres) are entitled to the Margaux AOC declaration. 80 hectares (200 acres) are planted with 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, with 2% Cabernet Franc and Petit verdot. 12 hectares (30 acres) are cultivated with Sauvignon blanc to make the dry white Pavillon Blanc.
The average annual production of the Grand vin, Château Margaux, is 150,000 bottles, while the second wine Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux has an average production of 200,000 bottles. The dry white Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux has a production of around 35,000 bottles, and must be sold under the generic Bordeaux AOC as the cultivation of Sauvignon blanc does not fall under the directives of the Margaux AOC. The remainder of the production, what is determined to be "lesser grapes", is sold off in bulk.
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A brilliant offering from the Mentzelopoulos family, once again their gifted manager, Paul Pontallier, has produced an uncommonly concentrated, powerful 2009 Chateau Margaux made from 87% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest primarily Merlot with small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. As with most Medocs, the alcohol here is actually lower (a modest 13.3%) than most of its siblings-. Abundant blueberry, cassis and acacia flower as well as hints of charcoal and forest floor aromas that are almost Burgundian in their complexity are followed by a wine displaying sweet, well-integrated tannins as well as a certain ethereal lightness despite the wine's overall size. Rich, round, generous and unusually approachable for such a young Margaux, this 2009 should drink well for 30-35+ years.
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Served blind. The Margaux '09 has stunning precision and focus on the nose: classic Pauillac with blackberry, crushed stone, a sense of Alpine freshness. Vivacious and penetrating, this is a bouquet that stops you in your tracks. The palate is medium-bodied with sweet ripe blackberry and briary fruit, struck through with citrus lemon and orange zest. The finish is confident and exuberant, lingering for at least a minute in the mouth. Tasted January 2013.
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Preserving more than half of Sanibel Island for the sake of its renowned bird life, Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is named for editorial cartoonist J.N. "Ding" Darling, who in the early 1940s actively worked to get the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to purchase the land for conservation when the State of Florida planned to sell it to developers.
Location: Sanibel Island
Lat-Lon: 26.445460, -82.112938
Fees: $5 per vehicle, $1 per hiker or cyclist. Access to the Visitor Center is free.
Open: Hours vary daily but are roughly dawn to dusk; see their website for specific hours by month. Wildlife Drive is closed on Fridays.
Activities by map
While most visitors come to drive the scenic loop around the refuge, to truly explore the nooks and crannies of this preserve, you have to take to the trails. With the exception of the Indigo Trail, which is up to a 4 mile round-trip out into the mangrove forest on an elevated berm, the rest of the park's trails are short interpretive walks meant to focus on a specific aspect of this refuge, noted for its large migratory bird population during the winter months.
Be sure to stop at the observation deck along Wildlife Drive to scan for roseate spoonbills – their pink feathers show up well against the dark mud of the marsh – and take the time to walk the Shell Mound Trail, a loop around an ancient midden in a tropical hammock.
A separate portion of the refuge, the Bailey Tract, has its own set of hiking and biking trails surrounding a group of ponds created long ago for mosquito control. They're now an excellent place for birding.
Explore the park
- Ding Darling Bailey Tract- One of the lesser-known trails at Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is at the Bailey Tract, off Tarpon Bay Road. Loop around impoundments with great birding.
- Ding Darling Calusa Shell Mound Trail- A wheelchair-accessible boardwalk near the end of Wildlife Drive in Ding Darling NWR, the Calusa Shell Mound Trail provides a peek into the ancient history of Sanibel Island.
- Ding Darling Cross Dike Trail- Connecting Wildlife Drive and the Indigo Trail, the Cross Dike Trail at Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is an easy paved walk between two impoundments.
- Ding Darling Indigo Trail- At Ding Darling NWR on Sanibel Island, the Indigo Trail is the easiest trail to access from the visitor center and the most popular, with up to 4 miles round-trip.
- Ding Darling Red Mangrove Overlook- The shortest walk in Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, the Red Mangrove Overlook provides a fine perspective for birding - and watching mangrove crabs up close.
- Ding Darling Wulfert Keys Trail- Does a crocodile smile? You might find out with a walk down the Wulfert Keys Trail, which follows a mangrove-lined canal at Ding Darling NWR to the edge of Hardworking Bay.
- Every Kid in a Park- Got kids? If any of them are in fourth grade, they can get a free pass to ALL Federal public lands good for the whole family through the end of August. Here's how.


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The 10-second takeaway
For the quarter ended Aug. 31 (Q2), CalAmp beat slightly on revenues and beat expectations on earnings per share.
Compared to the prior-year quarter, revenue increased significantly and GAAP earnings per share expanded significantly.
Gross margins dropped, operating margins contracted, net margins grew.
Revenue details
CalAmp booked revenue of $44.0 million. The one analyst polled by S&P Capital IQ expected to see net sales of $43.4 million on the same basis. GAAP reported sales were 30% higher than the prior-year quarter's $33.8 million.
Source: S&P Capital IQ. Quarterly periods. Dollar amounts in millions. Non-GAAP figures may vary to maintain comparability with estimates.
EPS details
EPS came in at $0.17. The one earnings estimate compiled by S&P Capital IQ averaged $0.16 per share. GAAP EPS of $0.12 for Q2 were 140% higher than the prior-year quarter's $0.05 per share.
Source: S&P Capital IQ. Quarterly periods. Non-GAAP figures may vary to maintain comparability with estimates.
Margin details
For the quarter, gross margin was 32.1%, 390 basis points worse than the prior-year quarter. Operating margin was 8.6%, 120 basis points worse than the prior-year quarter. Net margin was 8.3%, 430 basis points better than the prior-year quarter.
Looking ahead
Next quarter's average estimate for revenue is $42.3 million. On the bottom line, the average EPS estimate is $0.15.
Next year's average estimate for revenue is $171.5 million. The average EPS estimate is $0.58.
Investor sentiment
The stock has a two-star rating (out of five) at Motley Fool CAPS, with 48 members out of 61 rating the stock outperform, and 13 members rating it underperform. Among 12 CAPS All-Star picks (recommendations by the highest-ranked CAPS members), eight give CalAmp a green thumbs-up, and four give it a red thumbs-down.
Of Wall Street recommendations tracked by S&P Capital IQ, the average opinion on CalAmp is buy, with an average price target of $9.60.
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#Review: Kaitlin's Tale – Christine Amsden
Though Kaitlin Mayer may often refuse to think about the life she's led, she can't help but to do so whenever the opportunity arises. She now has a son she needs to take care of. One she'll do anything to protect. When her life takes an unexpected turn, she soon realizes that not everything is as it seems. To make matters worse, she has no choice but to trust the one man her heart tells her not to–the notorious Matthew Blair. Little does she know, appearances can always be deceiving.
Christine has done it again! Writing another standalone novel that takes place in the same world that surrounds her Cassie Scot series, she pulls the reader in from the moment he/she flips that first page. In this novel, we learn more about Kaitlin's plight and the secrets that surround her. I love the fact that Christine has wound Kaitlin's story around the events that previously took place within the lives of the town's residents, as well as Cassie herself.
While this novel delves deeper into the background that surrounds Kaitlin and Jason, we also get to learn a little more about several others characters along the way. I'm so not spoiling that for you, by the way. If you want to know what I'm talking about, you'll need to read the book. And you're going to want to, trust me. If you've read the previous books taking place in this wonderful universe, Kaitlin's Tale will definitely pique your interest.
I honestly love this world Christine has created. I do wonder if she'll give us more to read about Kaitlin and Matthew, as well as Scott and Madison. It would be awesome to know what they're up to in the future, as well as what happens next with Alexander. Who knows? Maybe we'll have more stories to read someday soon. Thank you for an awesome read, Christine!
Kaitlin Mayer is on the run from the father of her baby – a vampire who wants her to join him in deadly eternity. Terrified for her young son, she seeks sanctuary with the hunters guild. Yet they have their own plans for her son, and her hopes of safety are soon shattered.
When she runs into Matthew Blair, an old nemesis with an agenda of his own, she dares to hope for a new escape. But Matthew is a telepath, and Kaitlin's past is full of dark secrets she never intended to reveal.
*Stand-alone companion to the Cassie Scot series
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About The Author:
Christine Amsden has been writing fantasy and science fiction for as long as she can remember. She loves to write and it is her dream that others will be inspired by this love and by her stories. Speculative fiction is fun, magical, and imaginative but great speculative fiction is about real people defining themselves through extraordinary situations. Christine writes primarily about people and relationships, and it is in this way that she strives to make science fiction and fantasy meaningful for everyone.
At the age of 16, Christine was diagnosed with Stargardt's Disease, a condition that effects the retina and causes a loss of central vision. She is now legally blind, but has not let this slow her down or get in the way of her dreams. In addition to writing, Christine teaches workshops on writing at Savvy Authors. She also does some freelance editing work. Christine currently lives in the Kansas City area with her husband, Austin, who has been her biggest fan and the key to her success. They have two beautiful children.
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Let's be honest: You've got different looks for different moments in your life and we're here for you to do you. That's why we're asking you to help create the #LetsBeHonest Lookbook, a collection of looks inspired by real women and the honest reasons we wear makeup.
We shot members of the Honest Beauty team and asked them to put their own spin on our signature looks. Next up is the extraordinary Mimi.
Mimi Nguyen
Where you're from and what beauty is like there (beachy and easy, big curls and false eyelashes, etc.):
I'm from Los Angeles. LA can have a laidback approach to beauty with beachy vibes, but it can also have Hollywood glamour.
Tell us about your #LetsBeHonest look and why you chose it:
My #LetsBeHonest look is Chic. Some of my favorite activities are going to happy hour with my friends or trying out a new restaurant. I usually go to these activities straight from work so my go-to look is something I can wear both at work as well as an evening event.
Who or what is your beauty inspiration?
Definitely Blake Lively! She always looks so effortlessly put together. She can pull off any look.
What's the best and/or worst beauty advice you've gotten?
The best advice I've gotten is that there are no boundaries with makeup. I can use a lip gloss as a blush and no one would ever know. The worst advice I've gotten is to go to a tanning bed in high school. Looking back I can't believe I did that to my skin!
What is inner beauty to you?
Inner beauty is being comfortable in your own skin and being confident in yourself.
What product can't you live without?
The Younger Face Deep Hydration Cream. My skin gets dehydrated very easily and this helps keep it moisturized.
What's your favorite Honest Beauty Product?
Hmmm. It's a tie between the Magic Balm and Luminizing Powder in Dusk Reflection. They both help create a glowing look.
If you were an Honest Beauty Lip Gloss, what shade would you be? (Dreamy, Kind, Generous, Creative, Inspired, Playful)
How long do you take to get ready in the AM? To go out at night?
In the mornings, I take about 30 minutes to get ready. To go out, it can range from 30 minutes to an hour. The bigger the occasion, the more time it takes!
What's the most interesting place you've applied makeup?
On an airplane.
Be Honest: Do you wash your face before you go to bed?
Yes! Every night.
Finish this sentence: #LetsBeHonest, I wear makeup because:
it gives me that extra confidence on an off day.
"My Honest Beauty Chic look is inspired by the
quintessential French woman that always looks polished, put together and oh-so-chic."
Want to get Mimi's "Coffee to Cocktail" Look? Here's how:
- Apply lightest shade of the Warm Sable Brown Eyeshadow Trio all over the eyelid. Use a fluffy brush and blend backwards and forwards.
- Apply medium brown shade just in the crease with a fluffy blush and blend outwards. Then with a smaller brush, apply the same shade on the lower lash line for soft definition.
- Trace Truly Black Eyeliner along upper lash line and wing outwards. Perfect the lines with a cotton bud for a clean crisp line.
- Apply lash primer to upper lashes and let dry. Use 2 coats of mascara on upper lashes only.
- Swirl Truly Flirting Créme Blush onto the apples of the cheeks and blend upwards and outwards for a healthy pop of color.
- Fill in your pout with Strawberry Kiss Lip Crayon for that gorgeous classic red lip with a demi-matte finish. I love to perfect its shape by using the crayon as a lip liner.
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Euroleague Basketball
2011-12 All-Euroleague Team nominees
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Barcelona, April 20, 2012. After counting the votes from fans and media members far and wide, Euroleague Basketball is pleased to release the names of the 10 nominees for the All-Euroleague teams. Tens of thousands of fans from around the globe were able to cast votes for their favorite players, as did media members from each of the countries with Euroleague teams this season. Teams that qualified to the Final Four dominated the nominations, with CSKA Moscow striking three nominees, while FC Barcelona Regal and Panathinaikos each had two. Only two nominees came teams that did not reach the Final Four, which highlights the importance playing team-oriented, winning basketball has on being an All-Euroleague nominee. The All-Euroleague first and second teams as well as the identity of the 2011-12 Euroleague MVP will be revealed at the Efes Pilsener Euroleague Awards Ceremony on the evening of May 12 at Ciragan Palace in Istanbul during the 2012 Turkish Airlines Euroleague Final Four.
Bo McCalebb, Montepaschi Siena
Bo McCalebb, who is also the 2012 Alphonso Ford Top Scorer Trophy winner, makes his second appearance on an All-Euroleague team in just his third season in the competition. The Montepaschi Siena playmaker proved himself as an elite game changer by taking two teams to the Final Four in his first two Euroleague seasons – Partizan in 2010 and Siena in 2011. Perhaps the fastest player with the ball in the league, McCalebb combined that weapon with his passing ability and uncanny shooting to lead the Montepaschi attack. He scored in double figures in every game he played for a 16.9 points per game average in leading his team to the playoffs and an overall 13-7 record. McCalebb was also tied for the league lead in three-point accuracy (52.63 %), ranked third in performance index rating (17.3), sixth in steals (1.3 spg.), ninth in fouls drawn (4.2 pg.) and led all guards in two-point shooting (63.7%) and true shooting percentage (63.5%). McCalebb, 27, was previously an All-Euroleague Second Team selection for the 2009-10 season. In three professional seasons, he has won three league titles and three cups. McCalebb also holds a FYROM passport and led that country's national team to the EuroBasket 2011 semifinals in remarkable fashion.
Milos Teodosic, CSKA Moscow
Mercurial playmaker Milos Teodosic fueled the league's most dominant attack in his first season with CSKA Moscow. Teodosic, 25, recorded more assists than any player in the league entering the Final Four and ranked third in assists per game (5.2 apg.). Moreover, he was the only player in the league to record multiple double-digit assist games and did so in back-to-back weeks to finish the regular season. The former Euroleague MVP dished a league-best 5.9 assists per game in helping CSKA to an undefeated regular season. He was again best in the league in the playoffs with 6.5 dished per game. All the while, Teodosic continued to score (10.1 ppg.) and was never afraid to take big shots as evidenced by his buzzer-beating three-pointer to beat Brose Baskets on the road in Week 7. Teodosic arrived at CSKA this season after spending the previous four with Greek club Olympiacos, during which he reached back-to-back Euroleague Final Fours, won a pair of Greek Cups and was named Euroleague MVP and All-Euroleague First Team for the 2009-10 season. A native of Serbia, he also helped his country's national team win the silver medal at EuroBasket 2009 and reach the semifinals at the 2010 World Championships.
Dimitris Diamantidis, Panathinaikos
Dimitris Diamantidis followed up a season in which he won both the Euroleague MVP and the Final Four MVP awards and his third Euroleague title by playing hero for the Greens again. The legend of Diamantidis grew even more with his record-setting playoff performance in knocking out Maccabi Electra in five games. He finished as the playoffs leader in performance index rating (24 per game) and fouls drawn (7.4 per game), while setting playoffs records for most free throws in a single game (15) and series (27). He also earned playoffs Games 1 and 5 MVP honors and was subsequently chosen as the bwin MVP for March and April. Entering the Final Four, Diamantidis leads Panathinaikos in scoring (11.3 ppg.), assists (4.9 apg.), steals (1.5 spg.) and performance index rating (17 per game). This marks the third time Diamantidis has been named to the All-Euroleague team. Among his long list of accolades in eight seasons with Panathinaikos are five Final Four appearances and two Final Four MVPs. He is also a six-time winner of the Best Defender award. In domestic action, Diamantidis has collected seven Greek League and six Greek Cup titles, while with the Greek national team he won EuroBasket 2005 and won the silver medal at the 2006 World Championships.
Henry Domercant, Unics Kazan
Unbridled scorer Henry Domercant was the leader of one of this season's best Turkish Airlines Euroleague stories. Domercant filled nets around Europe in bunches all season long in guiding rookie Euroleague team Unics Kazan all the way to the playoffs. The 31-year-old shooting guard finished the season as the league leader in three-pointers made (48), ranked fifth in three-point accuracy (49.48 %), fourth in scoring (15.5 ppg.) and seventh in performance index rating (16.3). At one point Domercant compiled a streak of 21 straight free throws made. He also captured bwin MVP for January honors after leading Unics to a 2-0 start in the Top 16. Domercant established himself as Unics's go-to guy with a 30-point performance on opening night, even though his team lost to Siena. >From that point on Domercant emerged as the team leader and played a prominent role in a number of memorable come-from-behind wins. Domercant averaged double figures in points in each of his five previous Euroleague seasons with Efes Pilsen, Olympiacos and Montepaschi Siena. Over the course of nine professional seasons with seven teams in four countries, he has celebrated three domestic championships and four cups.
Vassilis Spanoulis, Olympiacos
Perhaps no other player has been more important to his own team than Vassilis Spanoulis has been to Olympiacos. A Euroleague champion and Final Four MVP with Panathinaikos in 2009, Spanoulis is in his second season with the Reds and has not stopped making headlines. Simply put, Spanoulis has been the Reds' heart and soul throughout this Euroleague season. He leads Olympiacos in scoring, assists and performance index rating and is the competition's second-best scorer (16.5 ppg.). He also leads the league in fouls drawn (5.9 per game) and free throws made (102 of 122, 83.6%), is ranked fifth in index (16.4 per game) and seventh in assists (seventh, 3.95 apg.). Spanoulis was chosen as the bwin MVP for February after leading Olympiacos back to a 0-2 start in the Top 16 to clinch a playoffs spot. He starred with a 20-point, 8-assist, 4-steal performance in the decisive win over Galatasaray Medical Park. Spanoulis was chosen to the All-Euroleague Second Team in 2006 and 2011. He is also a regular with the Greek national team and has won the gold medal at EuroBasket 2005, silver at the 2006 World Championships in 2006 and bronze at EuroBasket 2009.
Juan Carlos Navarro, FC Barcelona Regal
By becoming the Turkish Airlines Euroleague's all-time top scorer this season, FC Barcelona Regal superstar Juan Carlos Navarro added another milestone to his already legendary career. Navarro is a two-time Euroleague champion, was the 2008-09 Euroleague MVP and the 2010 Euroleague Final Four MVP. All told Navarro is set to play in his sixth Euroleague Final Four and has been named to the All-Euroleague First Team a record five times. Navarro shined when his team needed its most as the second-best scorer in the playoffs (17.3 ppg.) to help Barcelona become the only team this season to sweep its playoffs series. Not surprisingly, Barcelona is 11-0 this season when Navarro scored at least 10 points. Despite his scoring prowess, Navarro is the ultimate team player and barely missed a spot among the top 10 in assists (13th, 3.2 apg.). Complementing his Euroleague accomplishments, Navarro boasts several medals with Spanish national team, highlighted by winning the title at the 2006 World Championships, being chosen as the EuroBasket 2011 MVP and also leading Spain to gold at EuroBasket 2009. He also snagged an Olympic silver medal in 2008 and is on pace to make a fourth Olympic appearance at London 2012.
Andrei Kirilenko, CSKA Moscow
After a decade away from CSKA Moscow, forward Andrei Kirilenko made up for lost time with a dominant campaign for the Russian giants. Kirilenko led the Turkish Airlines Euroleague this season in performance index rating (24.1 per game), rebounding (7.2 rpg.) and blocked shots (1.87 bpg.) and was the only player to rank among the 10 best in scoring (seventh, 14 ppg.), rebounding, steals (second, 15.3 spg.) and blocks. Kirilenko's prowess on the defensive end led to his being voted the 2012 Best Defender Trophy by Euroleague head coaches. He had an instant impact on the competition as the regular season Games 1 and 4 MVP in addition to bwin MVP for October honors. Kirilenko was also the playoffs best scorer (17.5 ppg.), when he claimed two more weekly MVP honors to become the first player to win four such honors in one season since Anthony Parker of Maccabi won five in 2004-05. Kirilenko has also starred for the Russian national team, which he led to the gold medal at EuroBasket 2007, after which he was named MVP, and the bronze medal at EuroBasket 2011, after which he was selected to the all-tournament team.
Mike Batiste, Panathinaikos
An All-Euroleague First Team member last season, Mike Batiste is an institution for all Panathinaikos fans. In his ninth consecutive season with the club - a great accomplishment for a foreign player at such a demanding club – Batiste remains the Greens' main pillar in the paint. Entering the Final Four, he leads Panathinaikos in offensive rebounding (2 orpg.), is tied for the lead in rebounding (5 rpg.) and is second in average performance index rating (10.6 per game) in addition to his scoring (10 ppg.). Batiste has been taking care of business in the paint since he joined Panathinaikos in 2003. The Greens have won the Greek League every season he has been at the club and have been a perennial threat to win the Euroleague too, lifting the trophy in 2007, 2009 and 2011. Batiste is the Euroleague career leader in two-pointers made (861) with great effectiveness (60.1%), showing how steady and relentless his work has been over the years. Batiste has helped Panathinaikos win a record seven consecutive Final Four games since 2005. Two more wins would give Batiste a fourth Euroleague title, making him the winningest American player in Europe in nearly four decades.
Nenad Krstic, CSKA Moscow
Nenad Krstic has been CSKA Moscow's main reference in the paint this season by changing games with his post skills, mid-range shooting and winning character. Chosen as the bwin MVP for November, Krstic got off to a stellar start with his new team by leading the regular season in total index ranking (217) and helping CSKA go undefeated. Krstic also earned Top 16 Game 3 MVP honors and ranks among the 10 best players in several different statistical categories. Krstic is second overall in index (19.6 per game), fifth in scoring (14.7 ppg.), ninth in rebounding (5.9 rpg.), fifth in foul drawn (4.9 per game) and fourth in shooting percentage (63.9%) despite making more baskets (166) than anyone else in the competition. The numbers attest to how strong his play has been in his first Euroleague season since 2003-04. Moreover, his dependability has been a major bonus: Krstic was one of only two CSKA players to appear in every game and he increased his statistical output in practically every category when fellow All-Euroleague nominee was injured. Krstic has also helped the Serbian national team win a silver medal at EuroBasket 2009 and reach the semifinals at the 2010 World Championships.
Erazem Lorbek, FC Barcelona Regal
Erazem Lorbek checks into the All-Euroleague team for the third time in four seasons after another outstanding campaign with FC Barcelona Regal. The uber talented big man was the top player this season for the club that enters the Final Four with the best record in the Euroleague. Lorbek, 28, leads Barca in average performance index rating (16.3 per game), scoring (13.8 ppg.), rebounding (4.7 rpg.) and true shooting percentage (54.2%). One of only two Barcelona players to start every game, Lorbek worked hard to help Barca become the best defensive team (61.5 ppg.) in competition history. Despite playing for a defensive-minded team, Lorbek's numbers place him 10th in the league in scoring and fifth in index this season. He was also the Week 7 bwin co-MVP, although the 15-point, 8 rebound effort against Prokom that night was hardly one of his best performances of the season. Lorbek, won the Euroleague title with Barcelona in 2010, is in his third season with the club. He has also reached the Euroleague title game with Fortitudo Bologna (2004) and CSKA Moscow (2009). The 2004-05 Euroleague Rising Star is also a regular for the Slovenian national team, which he led to the EuroBasket 2009 semifinals.
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Described as a naturally robust and earthy wine red, according to the executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, Marsala enriches our mind, body and soul, exuding confidence and stability.
Now I don't know about that, because stability and confidence are not my natural jam, but I DO know that Marsala bears a very strong resemblance to my sports colour of choice... maroon. Whether you say mar-own or mar-oon, it's the only colour to sport at football games of any code in Queensland during Winter.
If you're not a sports-follower, feel free to click away now (I'll provide a helpful link to cute puppy videos here, you're welcome). But if you do like watching sportsters play sports and get interviewed about sports and talk sports in Queensland, it's a fairly good bet that you've got a maroon jersey or two in your wardrobe.
Me, I have two; and I'm pretty sure BB has three. My first and forever football love will be the Queensland Maroons in State of Origin footy, but of course I support the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL competition. Neither of us can get behind the Brisbane Lions though, that's just embarrassing.
Ok, so let's talk jerseys. It's so hard to wear them well, and by well, I mean cute. They're invariably a heavy cotton, with a collar that just wont sit right; but they can be cute.
Now, my husband would probably kill me if he read this, but I firmly believe the trick to looking good in a jersey is to pick a team with a great colour. I'm talking the teals, the royal and navy blues, the maroons. Avoid barracking for a team whose colours are
And for Pete's sake, don't dress up too much. A flat boot and a skinny-leg jean are really all that you can pull off with something as casual as a jersey; and the real footy-loving girls will always mock that sporty sister who is trying to wear a pencil miniskirt or pointy heels with her recently purchased jersey, just to impress the new boyfriend. (Although, we've all done it.)
QLD Maroons jersey from Rebel Sport, Katies Uplifting Slim jeans, Supersoft by Diana Ferrari Brianne boots, Louenhide Arden crossbody bag, Rimmel Oh My Gloss in Snog, Rimmel Salon Pro in Urban Purple, Saba beanie
Someone who can pull off a great footy look with a jersey and a skirt is my lovely friend Brooke of Blonde Ambition; I love the navy boots and opaque tights!
Adorable sidenote: Brooke was born on Origin night (I'm not telling how many years ago), and her father, a typical QLD publican, still managed to get to the game on time! I don't know if she could be any more of a Queensland girl!
Here's another photo of some seriously stylish jerseys. No, you're not seeing double - Peta and her twin Vanessa look rather cute in their matching Maroons gear.
On Wednesday night, BB and I were fortunate enough to be guests at a corporate State of Origin viewing at the Gold Class cinemas in Chermside - can we all just take a moment to appreciate how cool it is to watch a great footy game in the comfort of a leather recliner, with delicious meals, alcohol, popcorn and choc-top icecreams brought right to you? Lush. I've gotta thank Suncoast Asphalt for the great night out!
I wore QLD Maroons jersey from Rebel Sport, Katies Uplifting Slim jeans, Colorado Tara boots, Louenhide Crossbody bag, Rimmel Oh My Gloss in Snog, Rimmel Salon Pro in Urban Purple


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Medical Services
At Piedmont OB-GYN, we provide comprehensive preventive care for women beginning at puberty, if needed, and continuing through all stages of life. We listen carefully to our patients to determine any underlying health issues and work together to create specific, individual wellness and treatment plans. Our routine services include:
We work closely with some of Atlanta's premier specialists including internists, oncologists, dermatologists, orthopedists, gastroenterologists, etc. so we can make the right referrals, when necessary, to ensure our patients receive the finest care possible.
What is a Pelvic Exam?
The physician examines the external genitals (vulva and perineum), the vagina and the cervix with a speculum, and the uterus and the ovaries to determine overall health. This is recommended annually.
What is a Pap Smear?
A pap smear is a simple screening procedure for cervical cancer and pre-cancer. Cervical cancer is caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). HPV is a common, sexually transmitted virus and usually has no symptoms or warnings. The new vaccine to protect against HPV is now available in our office for our patients between the ages of 9 and 26. HPV testing may also be done with the pap smear.
When do I need a Pap Smear?
We recommend women in their twenties have a pap smear bi-annually, or more often if you are classified as high risk. Your first pap smear should occur at age 21. Between age 30 and 70, your doctor will advise you on the recommended frequency of pap smears based on your individual risk factors, though generally the pap smear will be done less than annually.
What is a Breast Exam?
As part of your routine pelvic exam, your doctor will gently manipulate your breasts to feel for any lumps or irregularities. She will also examine your breasts or unusual discoloration, dimples or puckering of the nipple.
How often should I perform Breast Exams at home?
The purpose of breast self-exams is to learn what your breasts feel like so you can notify your doctor of significant changes. We encourage our patients to perform breast self-exams at least once a month. Most women find these easiest to do in the shower or lying flat on their backs. Use a gentle rotating motion to feel your breasts and call your doctor if you feel any lumps or notice an external change such as discharge from the nipple, dimpling or puckering of the nipple, redness or scaliness. The American Cancer Society offers an excellent description of how to conduct a breast self-exam:
What types of birth control are available?
There are a number of options available to women seeking to prevent pregnancy, although no method is 100 percent guaranteed. They include:
- Diaphragms
- Oral contraceptive pills, patches or rings
- Progesterone injections and progesterone implants (Implanon)
- Intrauterine device
- Sterilization
- "Natural" methods such as timing intercourse to avoid ovulation


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Michigan Sailing Victors Cup
Bayview Yacht Club
The Michigan Sailing Team is excited to announce our new U20 Stadium Race Regatta! We have been working hard, and closely, with Bayview Yacht Club to put on this fun event for our sailing community. We can't wait to see you there!
Victors Cup 2018 Recap
Victors Cup was a success! Heavy winds and wavy conditions made for a great set of racing. You can find pictures below courtesy of Martin Chumiecki and the Eger Family.
The Michigan Sailing Team is looking to reach out to the Michigan sailing community. Our goal is to continue to develop relationships with our alumni and fans in an effort to promote a stronger future for our team. As we have continued to develop our keelboat sailors into a competitive team, we are looking for more opportunities to show our skill.
The Michigan Sailing Victors Cup will be taking place at Bayview Yacht Club in Detroit, Michigan. The event will take the place on odd number years. Entry is free and teams will be made up of 3-4 sailors. We plan to run Stadium Races off the wall of the club over the course of the day.
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We are not currently taking sign ups, however if you would be interested in getting more information you can contact us at email@example.com.
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Posts TaggedBambooHR
It's not a straightforward choice when picking a web-based HR application for your business needs. With a huge amount of apps and with every developer promising the same capabilities, it's often impossible to distinguish between the best options.
In this article we've teamed up with our sister site GetApp to highlight the best ranked web-based HR applications. To help you make your HR software decisions easier I will cover the features that make each app special. Each of the HR apps I've picked out comes with a free trial so you can assess if it fits the needs of your business before you take the plunge and purchase the software.
Read on to find out more!
In business it is essential that we are constantly creating targets, goals and milestones in order to show progression and growth. However, tracking these goals can often be a struggle when everyday demands keep you on your feet. A solution to this is using dedicated applications to help set, track and ultimately achieve those business goals.
Here I pick out a selection of 15 of these fantastic applications, including cloud-based apps for CRM, productivity, and accounting. Read on to find out more about how they can benefit your business.
[Update] This post was originally published on February 4th 2011. It was updated on September 21st 2015 to include details of the very latest business apps.


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By Christine M. Williams, Anchor Correspondent
ATTLEBORO, Mass. — Five abortion clinics in Massachusetts, including Four Women Health Services in Attleboro, are violating state law — or, at least, advertising their willingness to do so. While Commonwealth law states that abortions after 18 weeks must be performed in hospitals, each of the five clinics' websites advertise abortions up to 20 weeks or later.
Massachusetts law 130 CMR 433.455 (C)(2) states, "A second-trimester abortion must be performed by a licensed and qualified physician only in a hospital licensed by the Department of Public Health to perform medical and surgical services; provided, however, that up to and including the 18th week of pregnancy, a second-trimester abortion may be performed in a clinic that meets the requirements of 130 CMR 433.455(C)(1) where the attending physician certifies in the medical record that, in his or her professional judgment, a non-hospital setting is medically appropriate in the specific case."
The websites of four clinics — Four Women, Merrimack Valley Women's Health Services in Haverhill, Metro West Women's Health Services in Natick and North Shore Women's Center in Lynn — all say abortions will be performed up to 20 weeks. Women's Health Services in Brookline advertises abortions up to 23 weeks.
Anne Fox, president of Massachusetts Citizens for Life, sent a letter to the state executive office of Health and Human Services Secretary John Polanowicz on March 31 to alert him to the "patently illegal" conduct.
Fox urged Polanowicz to order the abortion providers to cease abortion services until they demonstrate that they are not performing abortions beyond the 18th week of pregnancy.
"Consider the outcry which would occur if a store advertised that it sells cigarettes to 10-year-olds," she wrote. "These providers' flagrant violations of MassHealth regulations pose an imminent threat to the safety and proper health care of their patients because the later in pregnancy an abortion occurs, the greater the patient's medical risk."
In an interview with The Anchor, Fox said that hospitals are better-equipped to care for those women who are at a greater risk for complications during the procedure.
She added that no one from Polanowicz's office has yet responded to the letter. Julie Kaviar, the office's deputy communications director, told The Anchor that she had not seen the letter and would work to track it down before the paper's deadline. She did not respond to subsequent messages.
Vanessa, a woman at Four Women who refused to give her last name, denied that the clinic acts illegally. "We have no comment at this time except to say that we do follow all Massachusetts federal and state laws regarding abortions," she said.
MCFL and other Pro-Life groups say that abortion clinics in the state are not scrutinized as much as other surgical centers. Of greater concern is that the clinics are often unlicensed and not inspected regularly, they say.
Fox said that such conditions lead to abuses like the atrocities that occurred at the hands of Pennsylvania abortionist Kermit Gosnell. He specialized in illegal late-term abortions. He killed infants that had been born alive by severing their spinal cords. He also injured women in botched abortions. He was convicted of three counts of first-degree murder and one count of involuntary manslaughter. He is serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole.
Fox added that clinics make a lot of money and that they make even more when they cut corners. She mentioned the case of Laura Hope Smith who died during an abortion on Cape Cod in 2007. The cause of death was cardiac arrest while under anesthesia. Despite being legally required to have a second doctor present to monitor vital signs during an abortion, the clinic did not have a second physician or any monitoring equipment at all.
MCFL is also working on public policy questions that should appear on ballots in 40 state representative districts. If approved, the questions would instruct elected officials in those districts that the electorate support abortion clinics being licensed and inspected at least every two years.
Darlene Howard, chairman of the board of directors for Abundant Hope Pregnancy Resource Center in Attleboro, called the five clinics' advertising of abortions up to 20 weeks "shameful."
"We have these laws in place to protect people. For them to just ignore it and blatantly advertise, you can only imagine what else they're doing. That's what's scary to me," she said.
Howard said that Abundant Hope is seeking a license to administer ultrasounds, a noninvasive procedure. The license is the same one that abortion clinics must obtain in order to perform surgical abortions.
"It's very frustrating that where we're trying to save lives, we're being scrutinized, and where they're taking lives, there's no accounting for their business at all," she said.


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By John Lesinski
One of Ronald Reagan's most quoted axioms is "trust but verify." He famously used this Russian proverb when negotiating with those same Russians in 1987 during nuclear disarmament talks. Since then, these words have been applied to multiple life situations here in America, whether for a teenager who wants to borrow the family car for an "errand" or for a President of the United States who won't release his tax returns. Now, given recent local news, "trust but verify" takes on relevant meaning in the business of government here in Rappahannock County.
It is important to remember that the first word in "trust but verify" is "trust." Trusting someone to be telling the truth or trusting that public servants are putting the people before personal interests is a fundamental cornerstone of building healthy working relationships, and is the first step in fostering the spirit of collaboration. Chris Thompson of Fund for Our Economic Future in northeast Ohio said in a recent essay that "collaboration moves at the speed of trust." And community collaboration is what Rappahannock County needs now more than ever to preserve what it has built while defining what it needs going forward in a rapidly changing society.
Unfortunately, we are now witnessing a surprising and disheartening lack of trust by a vocal minority in our community and between some elected and appointed officials in our local government. This threatens to distract us all from the important tasks at hand for which we were elected, hired or volunteered to perform. "Distrust and vilify" is a poor substitute for "trust but verify" and it's hurting Rappahannock County in a time of great change and opportunity.
It is no coincidence why this cloud of mistrust has descended upon us now. We are experiencing a rash of professional turnover in local government officials that have a collective experience of over 100 years.These trusted professionals are now, or are in the process of, retiring. Now more than ever our community should be focusing all our energies on productive and proactive collaboration to fill this knowledge void and not on settling scores, filing lawsuits, or airing dirty laundry.
I am relatively new to Rappahannock County but I have a general appreciation of what it took to establish and then consistently protect this amazing place to live, work, and play. I did not know the "founding fathers" of our county that are revered for their vision and leadership. But I suspect that if they were among us again that they would be sorely disappointed at what is transpiring. Although I wasn't there at the beginning, I am wise enough to realize that you don't create a community such as this without a great level of collaboration. I'm sure there were disagreements worthy of a fistfight or two, but I doubt past generations of local leadership succeeded by relying on lawsuits, FOIA requests, and fake news. That said, they were lucky to live in a time before social media!
When the constitution was ratified in 1787, Benjamin Franklin exclaimed to all Americans that the convention had produced a Republic, "if you can keep it." We have the blessing of a local community that is steeped in volunteerism and a shared vision of preserving our fragile balance while all other counties around us have made economic and environmental compromises. Rappahannock is a special place, "if we can keep it." And keeping this place the way it is in the face of accelerating change will take everyone working together in a collaborative effort. And that collaboration will move, or stagnate, at the speed of trust.
John Lesinski sits on the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors, representing the Hampton district. He previously was chairman of the Rappahannock County Public Schools' Board of Education.


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The keyboard of your dreams is a metallic aluminum case that simply reflects what a hard-core gamer you are. With 104 anti-ghosting keys and full N-key rollover function, you will not let down your fellow gaming community. The amazing thing about this mechanical keyboard is that it can be obtained at a rather inexpensive cost. You can find for as little as $80!
The faceplate is built of aluminum which makes it heavy duty, very important if you are a big pounder. But then, what gamer is not!?
The reaction time of the light show that it comes with can be adjusted to 2 ms, 4 ms, and 8 ms. It has a rather long cord (6 ft) that allows enough space between the keyboard and the computer. Given that it is a mechanical keyboard, tapping on the keys requires more strength, which helps avoid mistakes.
The specs of this awesome keyboard include rather interesting features. It has a life of 50 million keystrokes, with keys that float, allowing a faster touch response.
As with customization, you got it covered. The lighting profiles have five preprogrammed profiles: Direction keys, League of Legends, Blade & Soul, CrossFire, and "gaming standard". Plus, their brightness can be adjusted to four levels (100%, 75%, 25%, 0%). The adjustments are not made through any software but through 12 multimedia function keys. However, if you prefer to use software, it is compatible with Windows 98+, Mac OSX 10.2+, and Linux.
But it does not stop there. There are actually six lighting effects: breathing, wave, marquee, ripple, light shadow, and reactive light, all of which have five different reaction speeds.
The best keyboard for those geeks that want to show off their ultimate gaming skill and at an affordable price.


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Head, Neck and Oral Cancers: About Head, Neck and Oral Cancers
This type of cancer occurs when abnormal cells begin to form in the nasal cavity, sinuses, lips, mouth, salivary glands, pharynx (the cavity behind the nose and mouth connecting to the esophagus), or larynx (voice box).
Head and neck also affect the thyroid gland that wraps around the windpipe (trachea) toward the bottom of the throat.
Tumors in the head and neck are categorized as primary or secondary.
Primary tumors originate in the head or neck itself, including the thyroid, throat, larynx, salivary gland, brain, or other locations. Primary tumors of this kind typically spread to the lymph nodes in the neck.
Secondary cancers are tumors that have spread from primary tumors in other parts of the body to the head or neck. Most often, secondary tumors of the neck originate in the lung, breast, kidney, or from melanomas in the skin. Cancers in the nasal and sinus passages may spread to the brain through nerves in the skull.
What are the different types of head, neck and oral tumors?
Squamous Cell Carcinomas The majority of head and neck cancers are called squamous cell carcinomas. These tumors arise in squamous cells that are found in the lining of the mouth, nose and throat. A tumor restricted to this layer of cells is called a carcinoma in situ (in one place.) A tumor that grows beyond the squamous cell and moves into deeper tissues is called an invasive squamous cell carcinoma.
Adenocarcinomas This type of tumor starts in the cells of the salivary glands.


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I innocently stumbled across an Amy Tan novel, The Joy Luck Club, as a young bookseller, an epic for me back then. Handed this long awaited tome, I immediately cleared my schedule and tore into it. Now by 'tore into it' I mean merely that while I felt like I was ferociously reading big gulps of the book Amy Tan was politely asking me to slow down; a stern teacher in the great scheme of things, she really sets the pace for you – like it or not.
This gorgeous novel slips so eloquently into Amy Tan's repertoire of family epics. Spanning almost five decades, we follow the live of Violet Minturn. Young, naive and devilishly spoilt as a child, she grows up running through the courtyards of a very upmarket courtesan house run by her mother, Lucia.
When an old trickster lover turns up promising Lucia to help her find her lost son, Teddy, she quickly sells the courtesan house 'The Hidden Jade Path', and packs up their lives to head to San Francisco, only to discover that Violet's birth certificate is missing. An astute promise from Lucia's lover leaves Lucia on a boat to San Francisco and Violet sold as a virgin courtesan.
It's a sluggish read up till this point, almost had me giving up and admitting defeat. However, the wait was worth it! Tan begins to stretch her legs in the art of torment; she slowly sets free her protagonist, be it with emotions, or the yearning of the heart, or even the simple action of friendship. As the plot begins to move along, you sorely believe Violet truly deserves all she naively wishes for – love as a young courtesan, which seems highly unlikely, but yet Tan makes it so.
A genie for fiction, Tan weaves together fate, love and loss poor Violet is faced with more torment than any other protagonist I have ever encountered. Perhaps this is why I fell so easily in love with her, rooted for her, berated her stupid decisions and rejoiced in her triumphs. Secrets, history, family and a setting so unique, it seems all could helplessly relent to such a mere 600 pages.
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A slow start is my only cross against this beautiful story, call it impatience or indulgence of word, but once the story digs its heels in Tan shows more than you could have ever thought to have discovered. Amy Tan has the extraordinary talent of sweeping a reader up into a world far from the one in which we habit.
This is one to pick up next, one to keep holding on to with that last sip of tea...
The Valley of Amazement by Amy Tan features on this month's Exclusive Books Recommends for February.


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As one of the tropical countries in the world, summer really really is hot! Sweat all over your face and body as you walk down what if those who are working out to burn fats and want to be fit! Wet, wet, wet… I bet if those are disciplined enough, their ideal body weight is at hand. If not, perhaps they should try phosphacore.
Phosphacore claims that one can lose up to 2 inches and 7 lbs a week, so how is that, isn't it worth to try?
Let's get back to summer. I don't really perspire, not much like today, I realized that it is now summertime. When I was heading my way to the office, and headed the minicab terminal, I didn't dare opening my umbrella, I walked under the sun, and sweat rolled in my body, proof that it is really hot 8) .
Let's grab this once a year season *hmmmmm* beaches are waiting for us to visit, swim and get wet! it's time to pamper ourselves and enjoy the heat of the sun. Don't mind your complexion, don't mind that you might get sunburn, .kiber, all I want is to enjoy summer! 8)
Till then,


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Below, I offer a potential shortlist, albeit with some caveats: 1. John Connolly's books never appear on the IBA Crime Novel shortlist. 2. William Ryan's excellent THE CONSTANT SOLIDER isn't a crime novel. 3. As always, I haven't read all the Irish crime titles published this year. 4. Some titles – Graham Norton's HOLDING, Neil Jordan's THE DROWNED DETECTIVE and Emma Donoghue's THE WONDER, for example – might be considered crime fiction titles; then again, they might not. 5. In recent years, the good folks at the IBA have made a virtue of shortlisting debut authors.
Those caveats out of the way, my shortlist for Irish Crime Novel of the Year – based on the crudely simple basis of the best Irish crime titles I've read this year – would look a lot like this:
LYING IN WAIT by Liz NugentNo debutants on my list, then (Sam Blake, Vanessa Ronan, Annemarie Neary and Catherine Ryan Howard are contenders); Adrian McKinty is a bit of a wild card, given that his (regular) award-winning tends to take place on the other side of the world rather than closer to home; and I'm suggesting three men, whereas the last few years have seen the award dominated by women writers. So I wouldn't be rushing off to the bookies with your hard-earned cash just yet …
PARADIME by Alan Glynn
THE TRESPASSER by Tana French
SO SAY THE FALLEN by Stuart Neville
RAIN DOGS by Adrian McKinty
Anyway, the actual shortlist for the Irish Crime Novel of the Year will be published on October 25th. I'll keep you posted.


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Joel Thompson Boone was born 29 August 1889 in St. Clair, PA. At the time of action he was a lieutenant in the Medical Corps, USN. His citation reads, "For extraordinary heroism, conspicuous gallantry, and intrepidity while serving with the Sixth Regiment of the United States Marines, in actual conflict with the enemy at and in the vicinity of Vierzy, France, 18 July 1918. With absolute disregard for personal safety, ever conscious and mindful of the suffering
fallen, Surgeon Boone, leaving the shelter of a ravine, went forward onto the open field where there was no protection and despite the extreme enemy fire of all calibers, through a heavy mist of gas, applied dressings and first aid to wounded Marines. This occurred southeast of Vierzy, near the cemetery, and on the road south from that town. When the dressings and supplies had been exhausted he went through a heavy barrage of large caliber shells, both high explosive
and gas, to replenish these supplies, returning quickly with a sidecar load and administered them in saving the lives of the wounded. A second trip under the same conditions and for the same purpose, was made by Surgeon Boone later that day."
Dr. Boone had a long and varied career starting with his appointment as lieutenant, junior grade, USNR in 1914. He transferred to the regular Navy in 1915 where he advanced through the ranks retiring as a vice admiral in 1950. In his long and varied career, Vice Admiral Boone served in the White House Medical Unit during the Harding, Coolidge, and Hoover Administrations. During World War II, Vice Admiral Boone served as a Senior Medical Officer at Naval Air Station San Diego, CA and commanding officer of Naval Hospital Seattle, WA. VADM Boone represented the Navy Medical Department at the surrender of Japan on board the battleship USS Missouri on 2 September 1945.
Vice Admiral Joel Boone died on 2 April 1974 and is buried at Arlington National Cemetery (Section 11, Grave 137-2).
The USS Boone (FFG-28) and the Joel T. Boone Naval Branch Medical Clinic in Little Creek, VA, are named in his honor.


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A healthy Margarita is simply a low sugar recipe with loads of flavour. By swapping the sugar out for agave and replacing the cointreau with some clever little adjustments you can get all the flavour of a traditional margarita.
This isn't just some Tommy's Margarita Low GI thing. Don't get me wrong I love a good Tommy's on a hot day as much as anyone… just it's a tequila daiquiri with agave syrup, not a margarita. Margaritas need that orange in the same way your sun-tan really doesn't.
During my brief stint as bar manager at Newcastle's Casa De Loco there was a need to update the menu to something a bit more fresh. Rather than trying to weigh in on the debate of traditional vs Tommy's I suggested we make something that is quick like a Tommy's but has just enough of a hint of the traditional to be a new drink all together; Margarita de Casa.
About an hour of experimenting with a serious up-and-comer in my man Jack Madden we pulled together this little gem and it quickly got a write up as the best Margarita in Australia. It's also far healthier than a standard Margarita.
The Best Healthy Margarita Recipe:
Step 1 in any good Margarita recipe involves finding a seriously good blanco tequila. Plenty of people will tell you to try a reposado but if you can't get quality out of your blanco you're doing tequila wrong. (By the way for you guys at home take a look at who's doing tequila right)
Step 2 involves getting fresh juicy limes and juicing them about half an hour to an hour before you want to make your drinks. Don't believe me? Read Dave Arnold's Liquid Intelligence and get some easy science behind your mixing (seriously this is a cocktail bible and a must read).
Step 3 involves good quality ice and a shaker, seriously look at freezing some water in a takeaway container and splitting it into big chunks, big ice improves your shaken cocktail!
60ml Arette Blanco Tequila
30ml Lime Juice
20ml Agave Syrup
5 drops Orange Blossom Water
2 drops Saline (20% salt to 80% water by weight)
Orange Salt for Rim
Rim a chilled cocktail coupe with Orange Salt.
Shake the Tequila, Lime, Agave and Saline hard over lots of big ice.
Strain into the cocktail coupe and float the Orange Blossom Water on the top.
Garnish with a fresh orange blossom if in season, otherwise serve right away.
That's all you need and it's a seriously healthy Margarita that tastes fantastic!


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China's February trade statistics confirmed the continued shrinking of the country's trade surplus.
Even more significant than the monthly data, which received wide press coverage, was the longer term trend. Figure 1 therefore shows the development of China's monthly trade balance, while Figure 2 shows the monthly data graphed as a three monthly moving average in order to remove the effect of purely short term fluctuations. Both measures clearly show the downward trend of China's trade surplus which this blog has been analysing since last July.
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In terms of numbers China's trade surplus in February was $7.6 billion. However as the long Chinese New Year holiday fell in February in 2010, but in January in 2009, which significantly distorts monthly figures, it is better to take the combined January and February figures for yearly comparisons. This year the combined January and February trade surplus was $21.8 billion. This compares to $44.0 for the same months in 2009 – a drop of 51%.
Calculating the monthly trade figure as a three monthly moving average, which automatically removes the distortion produced by the difference in the Chinese New Year holiday, the February 2010 surplus was $13.4 billion compared to $27.6 billion in 2009 - also a 51% fall.
These facts of the shrinking of China's trade surplus combined with simultaneous rapid GDP growth refute the analysis of writers, such a Professor Michael Pettis of Beijing University and others, who argued China was dominated by the wrong paradigm of an 'Asian growth model' in which recovery could only take place on the basis of a surge in net exports. China in 2009 and so far this year has been able to switch into an economic mode primarily powered by domestic investment and consumption growth. In this model rapid economic growth can be combined with a shrinking trade surplus.


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Unmistakable delicatessen sounds
Wagon Cookin' was born from the Garalyalde brother's passion for good music and dining.
With a classic background, Luis and Javier would soon change instruments for plates, in order to get involved in the electronic music universe. His first productions in the mid 90s, were based on a pure techno concept, but at the beginning of the last decade, they changed their path, influenced by new currents of nu jazz and Brazilian rhythms, establishing his residency in Salvador de Bahia.
In "Eleven", which is his last published album, for the Californian label Om Records, they consolidate their new style into the nu disco and house, with funk, Brazilian and New Wave territories, without forgetting an atom of the essence and soul that characterizes them.
At the cabin they recreate their songs, reinventing themselves in unique and unrepeatable performances, which have a lot of passion and energy. Delicatessen for the most demanding palates.


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For anybody else, there would be too many. Not for me!
Orangy in the daytime,
Pink and wide open at night.
Vriesea bought for $1.25. Two pups grew from it and bloomed this year.
Blooms are the little blue things.
Pink Seedling
Echinacea is everywhere. Big blue hydrangeas are in bloom.
Oakleaf hydrangea blooms are now pinkish and drying.
Byzantine Emperor --likes a little shade.
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A Twitter storm of indignation greeted news that Dennis Skinner has been voted off Labour's national executive committee by his fellow MPs. How could they oust an original, a working-class hero, in a world of bland, robotic politicians? "The Labour party has never been further from its roots", "Too scared of upsetting wealthy middle England", they tweeted. Good grief, even Tory culture minister Ed Vaizey tweeted: "It beggars belief that a party would not have a man such as this on their executive".
The 82-year-old jokester's shout-outs when Black Rod enters are part of that insane ritual – not exactly Wildean wit, but anything remotely joke-shaped cracks up the Commons. Occasionally he's deadly: "Tell her to pay her taxes!" to the Queen, and "It tolls for thee, Maggie!", which it did. David Cameron doesn't like it up him when Skinner blasts him with both working-class barrels, as at PMQs this week: "As a member of the Bullingdon Club, is he proud to be surrounded by this [NHS] wreckage?"
Age bestows benevolence, but some with 1980s memories don't forgive him, Tony Benn and others for rendering Labour unelectable in the "no enemies on the left" days, blocking attempts to stop Militant's invasion. Roy Hattersley calls him "an entirely destructive force". But others say a mellowed Skinner often helped Blair and Brown out of difficulties. That is ancient history. Now, for those without rancorous memories, the man is a totem remnant of imaginary days when politics were better, MPs more authentic. Was there a plot to oust him? It's hotly denied, but it looks to the world like yet another case of Westminster not getting it.
People like MPs who look and sound more like the population and who speak their mind, detesting whips and party obedience. Online comments and radio phone-ins call for referendums on everything, for independent MPs and for colourful characters like, say, Nigel Farage. But they never say how democracy is served by electing individuals without party to define what they stand for.
Our ICM poll shows 56% of people angry at broken promises, but at least a manifesto shapes the parameters of a party's intent. A bunch of random individuals would mean less not more democracy. This spirit of individualism makes democracy impossible when every voter, with no party allegiance, expects to get exactly what they want, as if they were shopping.
With fewer than 1% belonging to a party, understanding why we need them is fading, as ICM found 44% complaining that MPs all "look and sound the same". The Guardian revealed that half of Labour's candidates in winnable seats arrived via Westminster jobs as special advisers or researchers. Labour is warned not to repeat 2010's disgraceful parachuting of favourite sons and daughters just before the election.
But the great majority of selections are done by the local party – one member, one vote – often selecting someone with Westminster experience. Andy Burnham, MP for Leigh in Greater Manchester, says most MPs should come from the area they represent, as he does. The implication of all this is that southern carpetbaggers never look right in northern seats. But old hands remember the bad old days when unions and the local General Management Committee fixed it, often for dead-wood favourites.
Standing as a candidate needs to be made easier. They have to spend six weeks learning the patch, buttering up Labour members, sending out leaflets, every penny paid from their own purse. Anyone with no backer can only stand in a local seat, when paying fares and hotel bills is prohibitive. It may take three or four shots for even a very good candidate to get selected – and then they have to juggle day jobs with campaigning. Politics is not life on easy street. Before, Barbara Castle visited Blackburn once a month; Hugh Dalton went to his seat every six months. Now, MPs work in their constituencies every weekend, family life a struggle.
Social progress has changed the nature of MPs – now half the population goes to university. Skinner, John Prescott and Alan Johnson – workers who came up through the unions, all clever men – would certainly go to university these days. They would have joined the Labour club and sought work campaigning for Labour afterwards, just as full of conviction. To be a (low-paid) spad or researcher is not a dishonourable sign of cynical careerism. Maybe they should work elsewhere first, but all those barristers and financiers on the Tory side are no nearer the "real world".
Politics was always a profession. Most MPs I meet, even those I disagree with profoundly, came into the Commons intending to make the country a better place, in the face of public contempt. But praising the practice of politics incites abuse for belonging to the same "Westminster elite". It's a curious near-universal phenomenon that democracy is worshipped but its practitioners reviled. The humiliating process of begging for votes seems to invite a kicking. Look how soon the disillusion sets in after a revolution.
Labour agonises about ways to reconnect, selecting more women, ethnic minorities and locals – all essential. But in the end you only connect with voters by planting a flag in the ground that draws people to rally round. Who you are fades beside what you stand for. Identity politics fills the vacuum where ideas, ideals and excitement should be. Labour is going through one of its periodic wobbles, torn between the great, bold ideas wanted by Jon Cruddas and a paralysing caution as they watch good policy turned into Red Ed-scare by the Tory press.
Remember Neil Kinnock's passionate speeches? He lost. But each week it becomes clearer that relying on voters to loathe the Tories a little more than they are indifferent to Labour is not an option. The photo of Miliband with the Sun was so excruciating because it was craven and phoney – but it was, many say, a spine-stiffening jolt to remind them that without principle there's no hope. Skinner is no model, but more Labour MPs need to find their own authentic voices.
• This article was amended on 8 July 2014. An earlier version referred to Andy Burnham as a Liverpool MP, rather than Leigh.


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Wednesday, September 4, 2013
the honeybees are here!
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How awesome is that! I hope the bees return the affection, and provide lots of lovely honey.ReplyDelete
My grandfather was a beekeeper, and my father had a great fondness for them all through his life, since he was the slave labour for his father when Dad was growing up. Whenever we went out into the bush, Dad would be following bees, finding their hives, trawling through the bees with his bare hands, so he could find and show us kiddies the queen.
Such memories this post of yours has brought back for me. Thanks!Replies
Such a beautiful memory, and link to history. Thank you for sharing that. xoDelete
I've always loved bees. Our family friends kept them when I was a child and those honeycombs seemed magical. Enjoy, I'm jealous!ReplyDelete
xox Lilly
Congrats on the newest addition to your farm! I'm rather fond of bees myself. :)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousSeptember 5, 2013 at 9:35 AM
So excited for you, but I have to confess...they kinda scare me. :)ReplyDeleteReplies
I thought I might be a little scared too, but it really is so peaceful watching them.Delete
With a name like Sugarloaf, it's got to be a great hive! I love bees - and wish I still have them. I hope they provide you with pounds and pounds of lovely honey!ReplyDeleteReplies
Oh, I hope so too! I have a feeling I'm going to be fretting about them all winter....Delete
Sugarloaf! Awesome name! So exciting! A warm welcome to the newest addition!ReplyDelete
Wishing you a lovely day.
How did you decide to name it the Sugarloaf hive? I am jealous of your bees. I was always sure I would have bees before chickens. But that is not how it turned out!ReplyDeleteReplies
It came with that name! The beekeeper who installs these hives names them, sometimes after streets or places he catches the swarms, or friends who sell him a queen.Delete
Awesome!! I am so excited for you!ReplyDelete


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She was able to land a seasonal job at Adrians A to Z in Buhler - the same place she has worked every winter for several years.
"It's nice to know I have a place to come back to," the Kansas State University student said Wednesday, her first day on the job this holiday season. "The extra spending money really helps at Christmas."
Adrians increased its holiday hiring this year, adding four to the standard staff of eight, said owner Vicki Adrian. Last year, only three came on board during the holiday season.
"The economy hasn't changed our business," Adrian said. "We have been busy and expect to stay that way."
While Adrian is optimistic about sales locally, nationwide the fear of a lackluster holiday season because of the slowing economy is prompting retailers to cut back on seasonal staff.
This doesn't seem to be the case in central Kansas, though, as stores are reporting full holiday staffs in anticipation of a busy season.
But, employers add, most jobs are already taken.
"Really, you get to a point where you have to stop hiring," said Adam Armstrong, co-manager of Hutchinson's Wal-Mart. "If they are not on board by the week of Thanksgiving, we don't have time to get them trained."
Armstrong said the store based this year's hiring needs on last year's sales, but declined to give a specific number of new employees.
"We didn't change because of the economy," he said. "In tough economic times, Wal-Mart seems to flourish. We are doing great."
Kmart hired 15 employees, and Hastings Books, Music and Videos added 12 people in the last month to fill the needs.
"There is no fear about a slow holiday season," said Cindy Childs, Kmart's human resources manager, adding that they hired the same number of holiday employees as last year. "We've been busy."
Hastings manager Kris Fleetwood said that while he hired the standard amount of holiday help, he did receive more applications.
"It is hard to know what the driving factor is behind that, though," he said. "Is the job market feeble or did I get lucky and people see the signs posted everywhere around the store?"
He doesn't believe, however, that the applications are coming from a workforce that was recently laid off. Most of the new employees - from all stores interviewed - are the traditional holiday workers who are looking to supplement their income, such as students, retired people or homemakers.
"As far as people displaced because of their jobs, we really aren't seeing them apply," Wal-Mart's Armstrong said. "It is just a typical holiday season."


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A series of issues took place on Sunday night for those attempting to view TNA's Slammiversary PPV with Time-Warner cable. Those in the New York City area had issues ordering the show according to a report by Mike Johnson. Another report also indicated that those attempting to DVR the show and watch on delay had the feed cut off. A representative for Time-Warner indicated that TNA is no longer allowing PPV events to be recorded via DVR.
If anyone else experienced DVR issues with Slammiversary on Sunday night and is a current Time-Warner subscriber, definitely let us know.
Send feedback to AdamMartin@wrestleview or via Twitter by tweeting @wrestleview.com.
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McCain's plumber no ordinary Joe
NEW YORK – John McCain hung his final presidential debate performance on an Ohio plumber who campaign aides never vetted.
A day after making Joseph Wurzelbacher famous, referencing him in the debate almost two dozen times as someone who would pay higher taxes under Barack Obama, McCain learned the fine print Thursday on the plumber's not-so-tidy personal story: He owes back taxes. He is not a licensed plumber. And it turns out that Wurzelbacher makes less than $250,000 a year, which means he would receive a tax cut if Obama were elected president.
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McCain likes to say that he isn't George W. Bush – and in this case of bungled public relations, it is clear he is not. The famously disciplined Bush campaign operation would likely have found the perfect anonymous citizen to illustrate a policy proposal, rather than spontaneously wrap itself around an unknown entity with so many asterisks.
While the arc of Wurzelbacher's breakneck trip through the news cycle – from private citizen to insta-celebrity to political target – offers a curious insight into the political media culture, it also appears to offer a glimpse into the McCain campaign's on-the-fly decision-making style.
A McCain source said Thursday that the campaign read about Wurzelbacher on the Drudge Report, while another campaign aide confirmed that he was not vetted. Senior McCain adviser Matt McDonald told Politico after the debate that Wurzelbacher was not aware that he would become central to the candidates' third and final showdown, although Wurzelbacher told reporters Thursday that the McCain campaign contacted him earlier in the week to ask him to appear with the candidate at a Toledo rally scheduled for Sunday. (He may not make it, now that he's scheduled to be in New York for TV interviews.)
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"Joe, if you're watching, I'm sorry," McCain said Thursday, referring to the press attention that the Ohio man had received, during a taping of the Late Show with David Letterman.
McCain said he has not spoken to Wurzelbacher yet. Aides have reached out, hoping to get him on the stump at some point.
By Thursday evening, though, the McCain campaign had tied itself even closer to Wurzelbacher than the night before.


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Organizing a wedding today is a lot different than organizing is 20 years ago. Today, there are so many things that need to be done, and none of your family or friends really have any time to help you get it done. This means that you can either plan your wedding all by yourself, or hire and pay a wedding planner to do it all for you and then hope for the best. Keep in mind that the wedding planners do everything for you, including picking out the wedding caterers, getting your personalised sweet bags by Tabetha's Touch, organizing them, getting the location for the wedding secured, etc. Basically, they do everything you would do yourself, but with the difference being the fact that they do this for a living and know exactly where to look for what, while you really don't, but you are the one who's got it all in your head, and the one who knows how it's truly supposed to look.
Therefore, it is a little tricky choosing between the two, but it all depends. Some people have jobs that don't really require them to do anything and can use that time to plan a wedding. Other people have difficult jobs and have to work overtime, making it impossible for them to find the time to plan a wedding. Also, some people are richer than the others, which allows them to hire a wedding organizer, while others have a tight budget, which basically doesn't give them so much leverage when it comes to picking a wedding planner.
When you try and organize a wedding, you don't really know where to find every single thing you need for it; you don't know where to find the food for the wedding, where to find Co2 Gas cylinders for your bar, where to find the waiters who are going to serve there, where to find a marquee if you've planned to get married under it, etc. You, as a normal person, just don't know where all of those things can be found, and where they can be hired for a relatively low price. This might cause you to hire a bit more expensive service. But, if you have a wedding planner, you can be sure that they won't make that kind of a mistake. They do this for a living, and they know exactly where to find each of these things, and how to spend as less money as possible. Basically, this means that you can even save some money by hiring a wedding planner!
At the end, it all comes down to differences between people because some of them have the means to hire the most expansive planner, while others are on the budget and have to do it all on their own. But, as we have seen, this doesn't have to be the case, because sometimes a wedding planner can help you save some money. So, the best thing for you to do is to take a look at The Wedding Guide, see what the experts in this field think, and after some consideration, make your choice.


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By order of BHBW (Pty) Ltd
BHBW Online Auction: Farming Equipment and Implements (BHBW0418)
Lot Number: 202 | Asset ID: trd3105 | Inventory ID: ZA76942
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Quantity: Lot of 1
Weight: 3 700 kg
Date of manufacture: 2016
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The lotus flower, rooted in mud, grows and blossoms above the swamp in beauty and purity. This Buddhist image conveys peace in the midst of life's hard realities. Many long to be like the lotus, to escape pain, to transcend trials, to find happiness and inner peace.
But in the end, even the lotus flower will fade, rot, and become part of the swamp from which it grew. Ironically, that is an accurate picture of the goal of Buddhism, which is to eliminate the "self" or the ego. Peace in Buddhism means being one with the universe, but it also means your hopes, dreams, longings, and desires have to be curtailed—even your desire for peace. Jesus offers a peace that is complete, perfect, and full. The Prince of Peace came to put us back into a right relationship with our Creator God. He gives true peace, the longing of our souls.
The Bible says, "The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever." The lotus flower might be a beautiful symbol, but it represents a belief system that does not offer true peace. Throughout the world, SEND workers bring Jesus' offer of peace to Buddhists. Here, you'll find their stories and prayer and other resources so that you, too, can be involved in helping Buddhists journey the path to peace.
More from Global Missions Podcast:
7-day prayer guide for your Buddhist friends and neighbors
30 Days of Prayer for Isaan prayer guide for one of Thailand's least-reached people groups
Joshua Project's unreached Buddhist people groups information
Change the Map's Instagram prayer feedexclusively about Buddhists
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Beyond Buddah to Beloved Christianity Today
How Buddhism Taught Me to Love My Neighbors Better alifeoverseas.com
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Spiritual (Japan) SEND
The One True God (Taiwan) SEND
Never Alone (Russia) SEND
From Buddha to Jesus: An Insider' View of Buddhism and Christianity by Steve Cioccolanti
A Christian's Pocket Guide to Buddhism by Alex Smith
The Lotus and the Cross: Jesus Talks with Buddha by Ravi Zacharias
He tried hard to be a good Buddhist, but found no peace there The Missions Blog
'It doesn' work.' And yet, she still calls herself Buddhist The Missions Blog
Accept the Unexpected SEND Canada
The True God at Work SEND Canada
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SEND's Buddhist ministries: Use these ministry guides to learn more about our work in countries with Buddhist populations.
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Porsche is celebrating the start of the 2015 convertible season with the World premiere of the new Boxster Spyder, a purist sports car making its debut at the New York International Auto Show.
The new range-topping Boxster retains the independent character of the previous Spyder, which has already attained cult status. For example, the classic fabric roof is still opened and closed by hand, and the sports car is available with only a manual transmission.
As a true original roadster, the Boxster Spyder offers a traditional sports-car driving experience but with contemporary performance. This means firm sports suspension with a 20 mm lower ride height, powerful brakes taken from the 911 Carrera, even more direct steering, and a 3.8-litre flat six-cylinder engine with an output of 375 hp (276 kW).
Drivers and passengers can thus look forward to a genuine sports-car experience with outstanding driving dynamics in the lightest yet most powerful Boxster. It takes only around 4.5 seconds for the Boxster Spyder to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h, while the model's top speed is 180 mph. NEDC overall fuel consumption amounts to 28.5 mpg (9.9 l/100 km).
The distinctive design of the Boxster Spyder includes visual elements that recall the legendary sports and race cars from Porsche. For example, as a tribute to the 718 Spyder from the 1960s, the new Boxster Spyder has two prominent streamlined bulges that extend down along the long rear lid behind the head restraints. The partially manually operated, lightweight top is suitable for everyday use and brings to mind roadsters from the past, while the fins that stretch back to the rear lend the vehicle's silhouette its characteristic design. The front and rear end of the model are taken from the Cayman GT4.
More so than in any other Boxster, the interior of the new top model creates an atmosphere that elicits a feeling of pure driving pleasure. The driver and passenger sit in light sports bucket seats with large side supports, while the new steering wheel with a diameter of 360 mm helps ensure the mid-engine roadster can be driven precisely and with great agility.
In line with the model's purist design neither a radio nor air conditioning is included as standard equipment in order to reduce weight. However, both can be ordered ex-factory as optional equipment at no extra cost. In addition, the entire range of Boxster audio systems is available for customers to choose from as an option. The Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system with all of its special features can also be ordered as optional equipment, for example.
The new Boxster Spyder will be launched on the market in July and is available to order now from Porsche Centres. UK recommended retail prices start at $89,933 (112,186 EUR).


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HD-1: Hydrolysis 15A and 2 electrodes Cu/Ag for pools up to 65 m³HD-2: Hydrolysis 30A and 4 electrodes Cu/Ag for pools up to 110 m³HD-3: Hydrolysis 50A and 6 electrodes Cu/Ag for pools up to 200 m³
Options (both recommended):• Measurement and control of pH of the water (electromechanical pump + probe)• Measurement and control of REDOX (Measurement of oxidation of pool water and controls functionality of salt electrolysis)
The HydrolysisThe water (H2O) is composed of 2 parts of hydrogen and 1 part of oxygen (H2O). Hydrolysis signifies, etymologycally, disorder by the water. When the electric current passes through the water breaks the chemical link, the negative loads or ions of oxygen emigrate to the positive electrode (anode).Reaction produced is as follows:
Electric power + 2 H2O 2 H2 + O2
In the HYDROLYSIS numerous secondary chemical reactions exist, that also produce ionic species with being able to oxidante and acts as an addittional disinfectant.
Cu / Ag IonizationJointly a Cu-Ag IONIZER enormously powers the efficacy of the hydrolysis, permitting that the antibacterial and algicidepower of the Cu-Ag ionization system be completed by the high oxidation rate of the Hydrolysis system, acting jointly in a free and natural cycle without the addition of chemical products.


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LWN editor Nathan Willis is giving a keynote talk at the upcoming GUADEC (GNOME Users and Developers European Conference) and was interviewed by GNOME News. Willis's talk is titled "Should We Teach The Robot To Kill" and will look at free software and the automotive industry. "And, finally, my ultimate goal would be to persuade some people that the free-software community can — and should — take up the challenge and view the car as a first-rate environment where free software belongs. Because there will naturally be lots of little gaps where the different corporate projects don't quite have every angle covered. But we don't have to wait for other giant companies to come along and finish the job. We can get involved now, and if we do, then the next generation of automotive software will be stronger for it, both in terms of features and in terms of free-software ideals." GUADEC is being held in Strasbourg, France July 26–August 1.
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