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URGE has been a big believer in Swift Springs since we opened and have always recommended upgrading to Swift Springs when the opportunity presents itself. Please take a few minutes to understand why.
HS5.TW Proprietary Material
Its all in the material. Typical Automotive Suspension Springs are made out of a Chrome Silicone based Steel and although there is nothing wrong with this Material, Swift saw this as an opportunity to improve and differentiate themselves. HS5.TW was designed to improve Strength to Weight Ratio of versus common Chrome Silone Steel while maintaining high elasticity providing simple undisputed benefits.
- Lighter weight; Less material is needed to provide a Static Rating and Swift Springs tend to be ~xx% Lighter
- Increased Travel; as less material is needed, less coils are needed which provide more travel before bind
- Improved Linear Rate; more overall spring travel means more travel before bind when spring rates change
- Less Spring Settle; Along with the improved material characteristics, the above the properties mean Swift Springs incur less overall Stress as they stay within their optimal travel range improving fatigue life and consistency over the springs lifetime
Increased Dynamic Response & Improved Feel
Less Weight, Increased Travel and Improved Linear Rate are all quantifiable attributes, but how can a Spring improve Feel? An optimal Suspension and Spring would absorb bumps while maintaining optimal tire contact. Springs are designed to support the weight of the car and return the suspension to middle of its desired range. As measured in Pounds per Inch or Kilograms per mm, Springs create a resistive force based upon compression. During each bump or after a dip or hill, the Spring is attempting to lift the corner of the car based upon reactive force. There is a fine balance of lift vs absorption during the compression stroke and that is where dynamic response comes into play.
Again, Springs are rated on a slow static compression of pressure returned per force applied. Ironically, except for long consistent turns, your springs will never experience that kind of compression. The only thing a Standard Spring Rating provides is roll resistance in consistence conditions.
Spring Dynamics are much more important but there is no industry rating to compare. Based upon measurable characteristics mentioned above (Lighter Weight and Increased travel) as well as having a higher Material Natural Frequency, Swift Springs react to movements quicker. Swift Springs provide less lift during faster movements and absorb the road characteristics and tire movement improving tire contact, grip and reducing tire wear.
Swift Value
In general springs cost 1/10 to 1/5 of the actual suspension itself and thinking a "Spring is a Spring" is leaving performance on the table for something that is relatively low cost compared to tires and suspension. Together, Tires and Suspension are the most important performance parts you can buy as a 10% increase in grip improves lap times more than 100% increase in power. So why not speed 50% more on the least expensive part of your suspension for the quantifiable benefits alone? That should justify the potential to experience the Dynamic and Feel benefits that Swift Springs Provide.
Swift Springs
$178 per Pair or $356 per Set
- 60, 65, 70mm ID at 4-9" lengths
- 4–34 Kg/mm depending on length and ID
- Swift Stronger Alloy Reducing number of Coils, Reducing Weight & Increases Travel
- Industry Best Spring Rate Linearity
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Made of genuine brass. Bright brass receiver, buttplate and barrel band. Straight grip American walnut stock. Fully adjustable Marble semi-buckhorn rear white diamond insert and brass beaded front sight. Side ejection. Octagon barrel with 1:38 twist.


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The new update from Australia is that the government has launched a new visa scheme for very high skilled workers and on the other hand the rules and regulations are all renewed will enable all the skilled graduates to stay in the country for an extended period of up to four years .the declaration has been done by Australian department of immigration, the much of migrants skilled graduates are very much appreciated by the government and the ministry of the concerned department.
In the fourth coming days you will find much opportunity to be availed for the students and specially the out country students would be availing this rare opportunity but before this rules and regulations are changed in coming days, and the most important line of students would be from Asia and pacific area so the coming generation of students would be more benefitted from the new plan of visa.
The Australian government is launching new visa for short span of time for foreign people of worker, who really wish to come to Australia for a very skilled task, to recall the previous scheme, where in the students who already graduated is allowed a maximum stay time of about 12 plus months for getting the reward gain of work exposure ,but now the new plan visa will give an ample of time limit to help the immigrants for Australian work experience for a time limit of four years stay at Australia .
All the interested students from other countries are advised to keep the application ready for within the given months of time of about 6 months, but after a frame of completion of graduation, on the other hand skill assessment is a mandatory requirement for particular visa plan chart, but the opportunity would be a silver lining to get a permanent resident from just the student visa also for the skilled people.
Australia short period visa for foreign workers is not less than a golden opportunity who is just planning for a short span of period, and the less skilled people can gain experience and knowledge by being a worker in Australia from any part of the globe. Thus achieving to great extent by working for short period of time and can attract the people of immigrants too from Asia and pacific area.
According to the Australian government announcement ,the new launch of visa scheme is very good for facilitating the tourism, business people and highly skilled workers ,in add to this is the other line of people falling into it ,its athletes and entertainers ,but they need a invitation to participate in the organized events in the country.
And a note, the sub class Australian 457 visa for temporary skilled workers will remain the same no changes on it ,so no worries on it


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I just tried to install Bob's knobs on my Meade 10" LX200 GPS by removing the old and replacing it with a bob's knob (one by one). When I removed the last screw and fitted Bob's knob it failed to tighten. It just spins loosely in the hole. I removed it and tried screwing in the old screw but now that too is loose!??
What did I do wrong? The other two are fine and sitting tight.


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Spiced Pumpkin Mousse Pie
Spiced Pumpkin Mousse Pie
This vegan chill-to-set pie filling with a pre-baked, gluten-free crust is a simple and delicious twist on tradition.
Make the Filling:
- Place the Culinary Coconut Milk in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in all remaining ingredients, except CocoWhip. Stir and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low for several minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and pour into a bowl to cool.
Assemble the Pie:
- Once the pumpkin puree mixture has cooled, fold in about 1 cup of the CocoWhip, taking care not to over mix.
- Pour into prepared piecrust and chill for 2-4 hours.
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|"It is increasingly clear that virtually all entertainment video will be Internet video in the future…" So says the latest quarterly shareholder letter issued by Netflix. The company also declared it will complete its global expansion to 200 countries within two years, and that its original content strategy cost less and got better viewing metrics than programmes it licensed. Meanwhile, Netflix content head Ted Sarandos amplified that, telling the audience at NATPE that he's looking to release up to twenty original scripted series per year.
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|Net Neutrality is a hot topic in many countries these days. Close to us,India and Vietnam are both grappling with whether telecom operators should be allowed to put "speed bumps" in the way of consumer accessto services like Skype and Wechat and WhatsApp. This is an issue that is really ripe for "sloganeering over the Internet," as one Indian commentator noted, adding that "the 'net neutrality' argument…sounds logical, but it is inappropriate for India." TRAI is expected to launch a regulatory consultation soon, which will be interesting to watch.
In Indonesia, Kominfo Minister Rudiantara told this week's CASBAA "Indonesia in View" conference he was trying to broker talks between Indonesian telcos and foreign chat network operators, to work out an approach to similar issues.
Meanwhile, In the USA, the debate is more about OTT video programming than chat services. Now there is firm support by the cable and wireless operators for legislation that would mandate a mostly-neutral regime, but avoid the FCC declaring the internet to be a fully regulated (and fully neutral) utility – and leave a bit of wiggle room for "prioritization" of specialized services. What that means, only time would tell. NCTA Chairman Michael Powell said legislation is the only way to avoid years of litigation, should the FCC decide to regulate, and he's certainly right about that. But can Congress really pass meaningful legislation? (And is it a coincidence that this legislation pops up just after the Republicans take control of both houses of Congress?) Watch for more political polarization over OTT, as both US political parties jockey for support from different industry groups.
Mark Lay
Vice President, Singapore
|Hopefully not a sign of what's to come in Asia but Standard Media Index described the (US) television sector's performance in the fourth quarter of 2014 as "paltry" and "lackluster" in its latest quarterly ad spend report." And if this isn't enough, "Facebook has been working hard to convince marketers to shift part of their TV ad budget to the social network."
Kevin Jennings
Programme Director
|If you want to wrap your head around Programmatic Buying in China, there's an interesting article from Clickz that offers some insight into the way it's handled at the Chinese video platform Youku.
Anjan Mitra
Executive Director, India
|Technology is such a wonderful thing. It can even make policy-makers realise the futility of regulations at times. The Indian MIB and Finance Minister, Arun Jaitley, recently hinted about reviewing some irksome policies that may signal acche din (good days) to come. Jaitley ruled out government censorship of media as technology has made such moves almost irrelevant and will also re-examine the advertising minutage cap on TV channels, but cautioned media that all freedom comes with a fair dose of responsibility. More importantly, Jaitley started a serious debate on the possible need to review the level of foreign investment in news media, which is restricted at 26% and is said to be a major stumbling block for big global players to set up ops in India.
Jane Buckthought
Advertising Consultant
|The Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC), the Indian industry body formed by broadcasters, advertisers and advertising agencies, is in final stages to launch its TV ratings measurement system with more than 275 channels having signed up for embedders. All major networks in each region and across genres are on-board and a series of roadshows will begin in February to showcase the plans for the next TV measurement service as well.
Christopher Slaughter
|There's been no official comment from China's State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television (the agency formerly known as SARFT), but more foreign TV shows have apparently been pulled from online video services. SAPPRFT announced last year it would tighten up its control over online video services, and it seems to be making good on that promise.
John Medeiros
Chief Policy Officer
|Participants in CASBAA's Indonesia in View conference in Jakarta last Tuesday chewed over the state of the pay-TV market there… and concluded that some of the sweetness has gone out of it. One of the main problems, the conference heard, is too much supply of pay-TV chasing not enough consumer demand. CASBAA members candownload a short market summary distributed at the conference, which notes that, in addition to cable, there are 14 licensed satellite DTH operators functioning in the country, with 16 more licenses in the pipeline!
Mark Lay
Vice President, Singapore
|On the programming side, a number of CASBAA members are seeing more distribution as Now TV adds BBC, Disney, FOX, Warner to on-demand library. And, down in my part of Asia, YuppTV to stream Zee TV in Singapore.
Kevin Jennings
Programme Director
|In a move that might be a sign of things to come in the broader industry,Amazon has announced it plans to produce and acquire original movies for theatrical release which will then premiere online in the US just four to eight weeks after their cinematic debut.


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The standard tent is comfortable and tastefully furnished with double and twin bed, wardrobes, writing desk and safari chairs.
Sarova Mara Game Camp is located in the heart of the Masai Mara Game Reserve in South West Kenya, 260 km from Nairobi. A 40-minute flight from Nairobi, Sarova Mara Game Camp is located within the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve - world renowned for its annual wildebeest migration. A combination of luxury and adventure, Sarova Mara Camp offers the unique opportunity of experiencing the thrills and excitement of the world famous Masai Mara.
Sarova Mara Game Camp offers spacious luxurious tents attractively constructed in light beige canvas with large "windows", wooden flooring and a permanent roof. All tents have en-suite bathrooms with large mirrors, WC, hot and cold running water and showers, and are equipped with a fully stocked mini bar, shaver outlets for 110v and 200v and hairdryers. The emphasis is on tasteful comfort with a smooth blend into the beautiful nature that makes the Mara.
All tents are built with spectacular views. Large wooden decks with a comfortable day bed, chairs and table offer a tranquil and relaxing retreat while you listen to the natural sounds of nature.
Sarova Mara Game Camp excels in the freshness and quality of its food, supported by the Camp's own vegetable and herb garden. Standards of food preparation and culinary protocol are unmatched elsewhere in the bush. Cuisine on the menu is both imaginative and tasteful and embodies the Sarova Hotels cuisine brand- "Kitchens of Sarova".
All meals are served "al fresco" at the Isokun Restaurant overlooking the main pool with a backdrop of the beautiful forest cover that surrounds the camp. The restaurant is fitted with elaborate buffet counters unmatched in all lodges and live cooking stations all set to tempt and please your palate.
Sarova Mara Game Camp prides itself on an extensive cellar of imported wines, a wide range of premium spirits and other preferred beverages from a well-stocked bar.
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b) Cancellations made between 8 and 29 full days prior to local check-in time, guests will be charged 50% of total booking value.
c) Cancellations made 30 or more full days prior to local check-in time, guests will receive a full refund of their deposit, except fees.
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Perplexing Magnolia Disruption is a serious comic filled with love, hate, drama, and... Who are we kidding, it's a Team SMG Pokemon Comic. Don't expect this to be serious at all. COMIC COMPLETED. The sequel can be found here: http://www.smackjeeves.com/comicprofile.php?id=118656
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Hey, remember when I updated this comic regularly? Neither do I!
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Wigglytuff looks scary
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hey!, welcome back
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Wigglytuff fighting.
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(this is a bit random and you probly don't care)
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@Kenny the fox- He will eat your soul.
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@Shard: Is it going to use Thunder? I taught my Wigglytuff that in Black. I think it can know Ice punch too. Wigglytuffs are wierd...
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@Shard: You totally took the title name from Tv Tropes...
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i read 'friends' in the 4th panel and attomatically said oh noes.
Reply Shard, February 3rd, 2012, 8:19 pm
@Muddykip64- If anything, Electrike will use that.
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His mouth is going to swallow MY SOUL!!!! DDD:
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Q: We'll be traveling with our infant and toddler this summer, and we'd like to take along a medical kit. What do you suggest we stock it with?
A: Include the following items in your travel kit and you'll be prepared for many minor wounds and mild ailments. A word of caution, however: All medicines have potential side effects, so call your pediatrician before using any of them. Also call your doc if your child's symptoms are worrisome in any way.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) This pain reliever soothes teething discomfort and reduces the fever that accompanies mild viral illnesses.
Saline solutions Saline nasal spray helps ease ear discomfort caused by changing altitudes. Saline eyewash will get your child through mild conjunctivitis ("pink eye") and help flush out dust and other debris.
"Ear oil" Mild ear pain can be soothed with this mixture of olive oil, herbs and garlic; it's available in health-food stores.
Grapefruit-seed extract Also sold in health-food stores, this can be used to disinfect everything from toothbrushes to superficial scrapes and cuts. Dilute before using (two or three drops to 1 ounce of water).
>Wound treatments Cuts and scrapes also can be treated with Neosporin cream; always carry Band-Aids and perhaps some "butterfly" closures as well. Bring along instant cold and hot packs for sprains and bad bruises (the cold pack will help right after the injury; the hot pack helps healing later). Hydrocortisone cream This topical treatment is useful for mild skin irritations. Egyptian Magic, Traumeel and calendula can provide similar relief.
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) This antihistamine helps stop itching from bee stings, insect bites and poison oak, along with other mild allergic reactions.
Decongestants Products such as Pediacare and Dimetapp will help a stuffy toddler (or adult) through takeoff and landing. Most medicines in this category contain stimulants, however, so ask your doctor before giving them.
Alternative treatments I'm a big fan of homeopathic remedies such as teething tablets, arnica for wounds and pain, pulsatilla for earaches and sinus congestion and Boiron Cold Calm for scratchy throats.I recommend nux vomica as well as weak "tummy teas" such as peppermint and chamomile for stomach aches. I do not recommend anti-nausea suppositories because they can mask the signs of serious ill-ness.Persistent vomiting and stomach pain require a phone call or visit to the doctor.


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See Chp 5 for parasitic/fungal/helminthic infections
1. Plague Yersinia pestis; zoonosis; spread from infected rodents to humans by fleas; incidence of disease is low; bacilli travel in lymphatics to lymph nodes where they cause enlargements caused buboes (especially in armpits and groin); hemorrhages turn skin black (Black Death); deaths can be prevented with antibiotic treatment.
2. Tularemia Francisella tularensis zoonosis; reservoir: usually cottontail rabbits (number of causes rises during rabbit-hunting season); first isolated in Tulare County, CA in 1911; low incidence in US; disease is an hazard for taxidermists, hunters, trappers; transmission: breaks in skin, bite from arthropod vector (tick, deer fly), inhalation of aerosols during skinning, consumption of contaminated meat; clinical signs: ulcer formation at the entry site, fever, severe headache, and buboes (enlargement of lymph nodes); one form can lead to a septicemia that resembles typhoid fever; vaccine does exist but frequent boosters are required.
3. Relapsing Fever Borrelia recurrentis (spirochete) and other species of this same genus; transmitted by ticks and human body and head lice; lice are crushed and their body contents scratched into the skin; ticks transmit bacteria in their salivary secretions several days of high fever, respites, and shorter periods of fever due to changes in organisms antigens; can cross placenta; treat with antibiotics; syphilis patients were once purposely infected with relapsing fever to kill syphilis bacteria.
4. Lyme Disease Borrelia burgdorferi (spirochete); transmitted by deer ticks (Ixodes damini); white-tailed deer are a reservoir; develop flu-like symptoms; the rash erythema chronicum migrans characterizes the disease (bulls-eye rash concentric rings around initial site of tick bite); other symptoms include arthritis, myocarditis, etc.; there is a vaccine for dogs; treat with antibiotics.
5. Typhus Fever occurs in a variety of forms:
a. Endemic (murine) typhus murine refers to rats and mice; Rickettsia typhi (obligate intracellular parasite); does occur in Texas; transmitted by fleas (fleas defecate while biting, infecting the humans); fever, chills, crushing headache; disease is self-limiting and lasts about 2 weeks if untreated; mortality is low.
b. Epidemic typhus (classic or louseborne typhus) Rickettsia prowazekii (obligate intracellular parasite); epidemics were halted with discovery of pesticide DDT during WWII; transmitted by body lice (when a louse bites, it defecates; as victim scratches bite, they inoculate the microorganisms into the wound); fever and headache; rash starts on trunk and spreads to extremities (rarely affects palms or soles); vaccine is available; treat with antibiotics; mortality can range to 40% if untreated.
c. Brill Zinsser disease (recurrence of epidemic typhus) disease has milder symptoms, in shorter in duration, and often does not cause a skin rash; caused by reactivation of latent microorganisms harbored in lymph nodes.
6. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Rickettsia rickettsii (obligate intracellular parasite); transmitted to humans by dog ticks; fever, headache, weakness; rash begins on ankles and wrists and progresses toward trunk (reverse of progression in typhus); rash is prominent on palms and soles; blood vessel damage cause hemorrhages throughout the body; treat with antibiotics.
7. Rickettsial pox Rickettsia akari (obligate intracellular parasite); transmitted by mites fond on house mice; disease is mild and lesions resemble those of chickenpox; often misdiagnosed as chicken pox.
1. Yellow Fever monkeys are reservoirs of the disease; transmitted to humans by mosquitoes; many victims suffer severe liver damage and become jaundiced.
2. Encephalitis discussed under nervous system diseases; transmitted by mosquitoes.


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Amber Project Solutions
Founded in 2013, Amber Project Solutions provide the highest quality electrical and building management, both in the domestic and commercial sectors. We pride ourselves on excellence and have a vast portfolio of clients and projects in all areas of the market, allowing us to create complete solutions that make our customers more productive and successful. "We'll always find a solution for your household or commercial needs!"Request a call Learn More
About Us
Although only set up in 2013, Amber Project Solutions has a vast amount of experience, ranging from small domestic jobs to large commercial office refits. Whatever the project, we can find the solution that's right for you.
We specialise in the electrical sector, including:
• Installation • Inspection and Testing • Fault finding and rectification • Energy Efficiency consultations
However we also deliver various trade works, including:
• General Maintenance • Household renovation • Property Management • Painting and Decorating • Carpentry • Plumbing • Heating
If you have any type of work that needs to be carried out please contact the team and we will be more than happy to assist.
Our supply chain has been fully vetted by the director to ensure they follow the same values as Amber Project Solutions. Whether it is a supplier of light fittings or a subcontractor refitting a ceiling, they all understand our commitment to client satisfaction.
We use the latest tools and equipment to ensure the job is done to the highest standard possible. As a contractor we know how important deadlines are, and with our experienced project management team we won't let you down.
All customers will be assigned a specific job reference and they will be able to obtain copies of all relevant documentation through our electronic document sharing system. All quotations, invoices, job completion sheets and photographs can be viewed through this system.
Please contact us for a quote and we will aim to get back to you within 24 hours.Tweets by @ProjectsAmber
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At Amber Project Solutions we know how essential teamwork is to meet our client's needs. All our employees work to the ethos of client satisfaction and it can be proven by how many customers come back to us, again and again.
Stuart Revell
Stuart is the Managing Director at Amber Project Solutions.
He joined the industry in 2004 as an apprentice studying for an NVQ Electrotechnical level 1-3. Over the past 11 years Stuart has worked on many large projects for high profile cliental, both nationally and in central London. He is a fully qualified electrician and is Amber's designated Qualified Supervisor.
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Ben is a qualified plumber and DATA engineer. Ben has worked in construction industry for over 10 years and has accrued a vast and expansive knowledge of all things "trade" .
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Louise is Amber's Marketing Manager. Using the skills she obtained from her BA Hons in Graphic Communication and Post Graduate Diploma in Management Studies, Louise is responsible for research, design and sales.
Nichol Southwood
As Team Coordinator, Nichol brings her office management and administration skills to the team. Nichol is the main point of contact for Amber Project Solutions and will ensure the right person is in the right place at the right time.


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JMPR Public Relations has announced that it has been named public relations agency of record for EagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle tourism company.
Twenty-five years ago, EagleRider pioneered the concept of motorcycle rentals for enthusiasts and adventure-seekers to experience the unfiltered freedom of travelling to iconic destinations around the world. A company built by riders for riders, EagleRider enables people to live their dreams and explore beautiful landscapes from the saddle of a motorcycle.
JMPR was selected because of the agency's extensive relevant experience in the travel, lifestyle and transportation industries, as well as its relationships with industry and consumer decision makers. JMPR will be responsible for helping to drive awareness of EagleRider tour and rental offerings through traditional and social media campaigns to further engage the brands' motorcycle enthusiast and unique travel seeking audiences.
"Our goal is to empower enthusiasts and first time riders to embrace the freedom of the open road and we look forward to working with JMPR to drive even more awareness of what makes our brand revolutionary to the industry," said Chris McIntyre, CEO and Founder of EagleRider. "We are confident that JMPR's experience and track record for results in the motorcycle and lifestyle spaces will help us continue to expand our brands relevance to our customers."
What began as the dream of four bikers in a 1992 Los Angeles garage has grown into the global leader in motorcycle tourism. The once small-scale idea now helps more than 100,000 people experience their deep-rooted passion of exploration and adventure each year. The brand offers a variety of travel options to fit every rider's needs, including dozens of itineraries for self-drive or guided tours complete with motorcycle-friendly hotels and Club EagleRider, a membership program where you can rent any motorcycle, anywhere for only $39 per month.
"EagleRider is an innovative leader in motorcycle tourism and we're excited to elevate the unique stories behind this brand," said JMPR President Joseph Molina.


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Several limited releases will be available in select theaters this week.
1. The Benefactor
First on the list is a new drama titled The Benefactor with Richard Gere (Unfaithful, Chicago), Dakota Fanning (War of the Worlds, The Twilight Saga: New Moon), and Theo James (Underworld: Awakening, Insurgent) about a philanthropist who construes the lives of young couples in an attempt to relive his past. This will be the first feature-length film by writer/director Andrew Renzi (Karaoke!, Fishtail), who is also lined up to write an upcoming biographical film on Janis Joplin. Continue reading


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Here is what an optimzied service would have looked like:
- The mobile service ticket would have alerted the service technician that this was the second visit for the same issue.
- The service technician would call me and ask a few questions before driving all the way out to my house. This would save time and money.
- The service technician would then bring the required parts with him, thus reducing time and fuel and allowing for more work to be done in a day.
I remember another incident with my plumber. I called and scheduled a service call. I said I will take a photo and email it to you so you can see the problem and know what to be prepared for prior to coming out. The dispatcher said, "What would I do with a photo?" Never mind....
You probably don't want to be a service technician at my house. I exhibit a freakish interest in your job, ask too many questions about the way your business operates and follow you around with a note pad.
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Make Wall Street fund schools
New York has dropped the ball on funding our schools. There is a solution, but it requires creativity.
New York should push for the enactment of a financial-transfer tax at the federal level. Washington should keep two-thirds of the revenue to anchor necessary investments at the federal level, but send one-third back to the states in a literal revenue-sharing formula. In turn, New York should use whatever funding comes from this financial transfer tax to fund education aid.
A brief review of the facts would clarify the problem. In the landmark decision in the case brought by the Campaign for Fiscal Equity, the Court of Appeals found that state aid formula violated the New York constitution, which requires the state to provide a "sound basic education."
While the CFE case was brought on behalf of New York City's students, the same inadequacies plagued a broad range of school districts throughout the state. While the problems of our educational system go far beyond a mere matter of additional resources, the court properly noted that adequate investment was a necessary step toward providing the constitutionally mandated educational opportunity for our kids.
When I became governor, we initiated a new funding system with a foundation aid formula at its core, creating a nexus for state aid, between the needs of students and a district's ability to raise revenue. I worked with the Legislature and we made a long-term commitment to fund Foundation Aid. In the first two years, our state kept that commitment, increasing aid by billions of dollars.
Then the Great Recession intervened, and Albany put caps in place on school aid, all but ending that commitment. The current framework in Albany prevents full funding until 2028 — a 16-year delay. That is simply unacceptable.
The consequence of not fully funding foundation aid is that the number of New York City students sitting in classes of 30 or more students tripled in the last three years. The School Board Association reports that statewide, one-quarter of school districts have been forced to cut more than 20 teaching positions, some as many as 100 positions. Those numbers may seem small by New York City standards, but they constitute brutal cuts in smaller upstate districts.
Making good on our state's commitment to fund Foundation Aid is not only a court ordered constitutional mandate, but it is stone cold common sense. Only a well-educated New York can be a prosperous New York.
I say all this not to excoriate the governor or the Legislature. They cut budgets because they had to in the wake of the Great Recession. Yet now is also the time for creative solutions that will permit them to do the right thing.
I have proposed a financial transfer tax at the national level. A tax of less than half a percent on every $100 of stock sales or sales of other financial instruments including bonds, derivatives and options could easily generate $250 billion to $300 billion in annual revenue. This is many multiples of what was raised by the recent so-called bargain in Washington. Extend that revenue over 10 years, and we would have a huge down payment on the capital to invest as needed to insure our nation's competitive stature.
It would also carry the added benefit of taxing the trading in equity and debt markets — so much of which is now mere high-speed trading with no utility from a market perspective.
Finally, individual states cannot not leap to enact a financial transfer tax, because financial transactions could too easily migrate to other venues. But if such a tax were enacted at the national level, and a revenue sharing component for states were included, states would have a de facto endowment, which they now so desperately need.
I would urge the state — and all its representatives in Washington — to push hard for just such a tax and to use all New York gains from the tax to fund an increase in school aid. Our children's future demands that we not only follow our state constitution, but we do so creatively.
Eliot Spitzer is the former governor.


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The 2018-19 College Basketball Season is a few months away, so it is time to get familiar with some of the major conferences and what they will look like this season! There is no better way to start the preseason than with some Top 25 Rankings, so if you missed
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West Region (Los Angeles) 1.Arizona (San Diego) 16.Idaho/ Texas Southern 8.SMU 9.TCU 4.Gonzaga (Boise) 13.Harvard 5.Northwestern 12.Bucknell 3.Minnesota (Wichita) 14.Troy 6.Virginia 11.UCF/ BYU 2.North Carolina (Charlotte) 15.Furman 7.Xavier 10.Arkansas Midwest Region (Omaha) 1.Kansas (Wichita) 16.Stephen F. Austin 8.Oregon 9.Iowa 4.UCLA (Boise) 13.Jacksonville State 5.Notre Dame 12.Illinois State 3.USC (San Diego) 14.New Mexico State 6.Providence 11.Nevada 2.Wichita State (Dallas) 15.Long Beach State 7.Michigan 10.VCU South Region (Atlanta) 1.Louisville (Nashville) 16.Hampton/ St. Peter's 8.Butler 9.Maryland 4.Baylor (Dallas) 13.Louisiana Tech 5.Florida 12.Vermont 3.West Virginia (Pittsburgh) 14.Charleston 6.Miami 11.Indiana 2.Kentucky (Nashville) 15.UNC Asheville 7.Rhode Island 10.Georgia Tech East Region (Boston) 1.Michigan State (Detroit) 16.Mount
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We all know that there are plenty of children who attend and graduate from public or private school, and turn out just fine. Many grow up to be leaders of their community, hold down very important jobs, and lead fascinating lives. There are also many who become awesome adults, despite really poor living conditions, abuse and neglect, or disabilities. While this is wonderful, and assures me that there are teachers out there that really do care about the children that they teach, and that there are children who have a firm conviction to succeed, it does not make me feel confident enough to play Russian Roulette with my child's future. Sending your kids out into the school systems of today is hard enough, but sending out one with a problem is sometimes unbearable. One such problem is ADHD.
For those of you who do not have it, but has a child who does, it is a condition that comes in many shapes and sizes, takes years and years to overcome (if at all), and is not something that many people are forgiving of. As you can imagine, having ADHD makes being successful in school very difficult, if not impossible. For those of us who have put our children in public school, 504 plans and IEP's are commonplace. Problem is, they almost never work efficiently. First, you must have a whole team in place at the school to help make the plan effective. This team usually consists of the parent(s), the teacher(s), the principal, the guidance counselor, and the special education specialist. Second, that team must be open to new ideas, scraping and revising old ideas, and dealing with the stress of not having any more ideas. Most 504 plans are made up of a few standard rules and guidelines for the teacher to follow, which will make life easier for the child at school. Common items on the list are:
1. Sitting at the front of the class, so they can focus.
2. Hand signals that the teacher can use with the child, so that the whole class doesn't know that little Susie needs to pay attention.
3. Reward charts posted on the childs desk, so they can see how close they are to getting a treat, as long as they can keep it together a little longer.
4. Allowing the child to get up and move around every once in a while, so they will fidget less while sitting at their desk.
5. Sitting right beside the teacher's desk, so that there is no way that they can not focus on their work, talk to their neighbor, or ever hide from the other kids that they have a problem.
The third, final, and most important ingredient to this 504/IEP Soup, is to have a teacher who actually cares about your child. If they don't care, then absolutely nothing will work, no matter how many new and effective ideas you can come up with. The saddest part? If your child is with a teacher who does not like them, thinks that ADHD is a crutch, and cannot wait until the year is over so they never have to set eyes on your child again, there is almost nothing you can do about it.
Almost nothing….. You can take your child back from the system and homeschool them.
As an ADHD person myself, it was one of the greatest gifts that I could give to my daughter. The typical school setting goes against our very natures. Everything that my daughter and I remembered from school, we threw out. We didn't "Un-School" exactly, but we beat to our own drum now, and that is a good thing. I am sure that there are plenty of homeschool critics out there that would say that a structured school setting teaches an ADHD student discipline and is essential to being successful in the outside world. The reality is, most people with ADHD are shamed into appropriate behavior, which causes a whole host of problems, or totally ignored and allowed to flow through the system until they graduate. Search for statistics on ADHD teens and adults, and the findings are sobering. Addiction to drugs, alcohol, and other harmful substances are developed, as their use will calm the mind, as an ADHD person has a zillions thoughts in their head, and has a hard time focusing on tasks.
Inappropriate and mismanaged relationships usually occur due to the life-long embarrassment of never "rising to the occasion', 'fitting into the right mold', or 'living up to their potential'. Not living up to their potential and fitting into the right mold leads back to the drugs and alcohol. This vicious cycle goes on, and it is not a cycle that you want for your child.
Now think about this: Instead of a hit or miss, one year is great and the next year is horrible approach, why not offer your child a loving atmosphere in which to learn discipline and self-control. Afterall, consistency is key, knowing that someone sincerely cares and will try to understand is essential, and having the right curriculum for their learning style is crucial to real success for an ADHD person. ADHD is big in the homeschooling communities, because there are many children who are effected. By becoming the teacher yourself, you are sure that your child is receiving the kind of care and understanding that is necessary to help them become independent. You can make adjustments as needed when a curriculum is not working, you can allow your child to walk around while reading a book, or to take breaks while doing seat work because they are about to climb the walls. You can understand and except that they are not always physically or mentally able to resist their impulses, they are not always doing it just to drive you crazy, and they can be taught to manage their ADHD with hard work and guidance that you and the Lord provides. Most importantly, you can love them, forgive them and allow them the freedom to begin again…..and again, and again.
On a side note: Not all parents who have ADHD children, actually have ADHD themselves. As a Girl Scout leader and homeschooler, I have witnessed many frustrated families struggle with this. Some parents firmly believe that their kids are being rebellious, difficult, or that they have severe behavior problems. Their answer to this is strict punishments and extreme measures, thinking that in turn, it will keep their kids from being so extreme. Other approaches parents have used are, giving in, giving up, or completing tasks and chores themselves because it's just easier. Take it from me, these approaches will not help your kids in the long run. If you are struggling with this, read my post on 'Scrambled Brains: Inside the Minds of your ADHD Child'. I am not an expert, just someone who had the good fortune of being raised by great parents. They helped me deal with my ADHD and in the process I was able to retain my self-esteem.


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Photography by Lyka Orhell
This outfit is all about rediscovering the classic white button-down and a great-fitting pair of pants. These are as basic as you can get, which I thought was perfect since we're fast approaching the New Year. Of course, when a brand new year comes we often take the time to reassess things and get back to the fundamentals. I guess in a way this was inspired by that.
This subtly studded blouse is from GUESS Jeans–a versatile piece I can wear in many different ways; pants are from H&M, heels from Stuart Weitzman, and purse from Kate Spade. The only accessories for this outfit is this fuchsia bag and a bright red lip, which happen to go really well together.


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Opening Prayer
Holy Spirit, open my mind to your word. Help me to understand what it says and to be sensitive to what it means for my life. Amen.
John 7:1-13
After this, Jesus traveled around Galilee. He wanted to stay out of Judea, where the Jewish leaders were plotting his death. But soon it was time for the Jewish Festival of Shelters, and Jesus' brothers said to him, "Leave here and go to Judea, where your followers can see your miracles! You can't become famous if you hide like this! If you can do such wonderful things, show yourself to the world!" For even his brothers didn't believe in him.
Jesus replied, "Now is not the right time for me to go, but you can go anytime. The world can't hate you, but it does hate me because I accuse it of doing evil. You go on. I'm not going to this festival, because my time has not yet come." After saying these things, Jesus remained in Galilee.
But after his brothers left for the festival, Jesus also went, though secretly, staying out of public view. The Jewish leaders tried to find him at the festival and kept asking if anyone had seen him. There was a lot of grumbling about him among the crowds. Some argued, "He's a good man," but others said, "He's nothing but a fraud who deceives the people." But no one had the courage to speak favorably about him in public, for they were afraid of getting in trouble with the Jewish leaders.
Points to Ponder
What did you find most interesting or noteworthy about today's reading—and why?
What's the key message of this passage (e.g., what might it be saying about God, what God does, or about his desires for us)?
What does this passage say to me about how I might be a more faithful follower of God?
All Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation. Copyright © 1996, 2007. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.


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Stuffed Animals Details
** Stuffed Hippo
** Pinkish Purplish with Black Embroidered Eyes
** Made by Snuggle Safari
** 7 inch
You saw the movie Dumbo, right? Remember the drunken hallucinations shared by Timothy the Mouse and the eponymous flying pachyderm? Well, if you overlook the erroneous biology and swap out the elephant with a hippo (we don't want to think how they'd make a hippo fly…) then get it drunk, you would end up with Snuggle Safari's 7-inch long plush hippo.
That isn't to say that this adorable plush is only worthy of your time if you're three sheets to the wind. He captures a certain warmth, whimsy and other W words that we can't think of at the moment, with his unique Hungry Hungry Hippo-esque color palette. Sometimes, you just have to tell realism to take a hike. Then you just take the result and have crazy good fun with it!
If we had to guess, we would say that it's this hippo's non-conformist nature (how many pinkish purple hippos do you know?), that makes it so much fun to be around. He's not like all those other boring, grayish, river-dwelling hippos who violently attack anything that breathes in their general direction. No, this little guy is a real sweetie, but also an individual. It takes serious moxie (if you're from the 1940s and a gangster) to flaunt your purplish/pinkish self and not care what the other hippos think! So go on and take this bad boy home today, show him that you appreciate his spunk and spirit and other S words we can't think of at the moment.


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Accommodation:Ground floor: Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine. Living room with TV with freeview and DVD. Sun lounge with wicker furniture. Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath,WC and basin.
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Tuesday, April 22, 2008
The Job Search
What would be a good starting point to find a job in the business out there in LA? I'd like to move there as soon as I can, but I need to find something first. Plus, I'm a guy, and maybe it's different in LA, but everywhere else, assistant jobs are 90-something% of the time given to women. Besides just finding a job, what else do you recommend doing in order to get better at writing?
First off, I talk to a pretty equal number of female and male assistants across agenices, studios, networks, prodcos. Certain bosses have gender preferences, but overall, I think the playing field's pretty equal. My mailroom "class" was about 11 guys and 3 girls (is it wrong that I really enjoyed this?). On any account, I assure you that dudes get jobs.
Annnd - I hear ya. It is more than a little daunting to move to a new city (which, for many of us, is three timezones away) without a job. But I'm telling you, it's what you have to do. For most of the people I know, it takes about 6-8 weeks to find a job - and maybe longer to find the right one, even if you know a ton of people out here already like I did. Check out my blog posts from August & September - especially this one - for more on the search. I've heard of people with contacts taking trips out here for pre-move interviews, but it didn't seem plausible for me. I think you're going to have a really tough time trying to get a job here if you don't live here. For one, there are zillions of other people vying for the same position. Why would your prospective employer bother dealing with someone who can't come in for an interview if there are thirty people who can come in tomorrow? Also, assistant gigs become available and are filled VERY quickly. Nobody is going to wait a few weeks or more for you to move. So, although you're going to face many blank stares from the friends and relatives who would never dream of doing it, just come here. For the record, I didn't have a job OR an apartment when I started my journey down the 90. (I'm not saying it's not a big deal. I'm saying you'd better be damn sure you want this - so sure that you're willing to face the uncertainty of being jobless and homeless.)
In those 6-8 weeks of The Search, there are a few things you can do. It would be great if you had some money saved up. I didn't because I was aching to start Real Life, but I'm still in credit card debt, I have a weakness for pretty clothes and I've learned all my financial lessons the hard way. You can work as an extra through Central Casting pretty much immediately. I know a few people who did that while we interned out here during college and had some very amusing stories to tell. My friend was going to write a show about it until realizing Ricky Gervais beat her to it. Sneaky, that one. You can find PA work through internet sites, friends, etc. You can also get temp work through staffing agencies like Star Staffing. As for the real jobs - there is the UTA list, craigslist, mandy.com, entertainmentcareers.net, mediabistro.com, and all the various studio and network websites. Also don't be afraid to look at the production listings in the trades and call up the offices to ask if you can send a resume. The worst they can say is no. You may eat up a lot of your cell phone minutes, but I do know of three people who got jobs this way. None of these avenues will pay off as much as personal referrals (which is why networking is so important), but I've gotten a few interviews as a result of scouring the internet. And once you have your first job, you'll have those referrals so you probably won't need to scour ever again (yay!).
Keep in mind that none of these jobs will lead directly to TV writerdom. The whole point of getting a job in the industry is to 1. learn how it all works and 2. make contacts, so you can complete the two-step process to TV writing success: writing a great script, and getting someone important to read it. There are plenty of writers who don't start out as Hollywood assistants. It makes the most sense for me, but if you've got some other way to pay rent, go for it. I always liked the idea of marrying some rich, attractive man who supported me while I sat around and wrote scripts by the pool - but I also liked the idea of a fourth season of Veronica Mars. Time to let go of the dream.
As for how else you can become a better writer:
READ: scripts - especially the real ones and not the online transcripts, if you can get your hands on them (another perk of being a Hollywood asssistant). books. blogs. screenwriting books. trades like Variety & the Hollywood Reporter.
WATCH: tv. film. youtube videos. whatever.
DISCUSS: your writing and the writing of others in classes, workshops, writing groups.
GO: to events hosted by the Academy, the WGA, Paley, etc.
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In regards to getting an industry-related job in L.A (which, in my case, 3 timezones away), how does a University education fare? I know it's not required or anything, and I know knowledge means more than the paper you get from school (something I love about the film/television industry). I'm just curious as to if/how an education in film or creative writing or whatnot can make you more attractive as an employee in the industry.
- April 22, 2008 at 9:43 PM
- sandofsky said...
I went to school in Boston. When I graduated, I knew that if I waited to move to LA, I'd find a comfortable day job and settle down. So I booked a one-way flight without too much thought.
I had two duffel bags and a laptop. No apartment. No job. No car. My first week, I stayed in a shady hotel in Hollywood. But by Friday, I had all three taken care of.
Mind you, it was a non-industry job. The moral is you won't starve.
- April 22, 2008 at 10:39 PM
@ Sandofsky
Haha, I gotta say that if I stay here for too long before moving to LA, I'll settle down too.
I still think I'm going to stay here for 2~ years to save up some money, though. LA's cost of living isn't very forgiving.
And starving is never fun. lol
- April 23, 2008 at 12:14 AM
- Randall Bobbitt said...
I'd suggest temping. Unless you had an internship the previous summer or have some really good connections. There are temp agencies that cater to the studios and a lot of these become permanent jobs.
- April 23, 2008 at 7:31 AM
- sweettea said...
Where would one find TV scripts online? There seems to be an abundance of transcripts and movie screenplays but I haven't been able to find properly formatted TV scripts. I wouldn't mind paying a fee either. Really enjoy your blog. Thanks!
And anyone run into Canadians interning in LA? Not being American is my biggest hurdle to making the move.
- April 23, 2008 at 11:13 AM
- evanshaffer said...
As a former assistant at a big five agency, I'll say that a university education is an absolute must if you want to secure any sort of internship or entry level position. It doesn't matter what you majored in (a philosophy major here). By way of actual writing, it's not necessary at all. I've got a friend who's a co-exec of a network television series who has an eighth-grade education. However, if you want to come out here with zero connections, it's not as though you don't have hope -- everyone does -- but a degree definitely helps
- April 23, 2008 at 1:04 PM
- evanshaffer said...
As a former assistant at a big five agency, I'll say that a university education is an absolute must if you want to secure any sort of internship or entry level position. It doesn't matter what you majored in (a philosophy major here). By way of actual writing, it's not necessary at all. I've got a friend who's a co-exec of a network television series who has an eighth-grade education. However, if you want to come out here with zero connections, it's not as though you don't have hope -- everyone does -- but a degree definitely helps
- April 23, 2008 at 1:04 PM
- Angela said...
Hey Amanda,
love the blog. Seriously you offer better (and far more entertaining) advice than most of the bigwigs I've read in the past couple of months.
And to answer sweettea's question, have you checked out Google lately? There are real scripts galore on the internet, i.e. Drew's Script-O-Rama, The Daily Script and Simply Scripts are but three sites. Enjoy the hunt.
- April 23, 2008 at 2:21 PM
Just make sure you don't get transcripts. There are tonnes of tv scripts online that are simply transcripts.
- April 23, 2008 at 2:36 PM
- aldentre said...
No offense to your friend, but I'm glad (s)he didn't write it. Ricky Gervais is a demigod.
- April 23, 2008 at 3:32 PM


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The Indian government on Thursday said Colombo had assured of a thorough probe into the killing of an Indian fisherman allegedly by the Sri Lankan Navy.
"The Sri Lankan government has assured us of a very thorough investigation into the matter. Let us await its outcome," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Gopal Baglay said.
India approached the Sri Lankan government through its High Commission in Colombo and conveyed its concern regarding the Monday night killing.
Referring to Indian fishermen detained in Sri Lanka, Baglay said: "The government of Sri Lanka has informed the High Commission of India in Colombo that all 85 Indian fisherman currently in Sri Lankan custody will be released."
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By this time Ryosuke approaches Takumi with an offer. Ryosuke has been putting together a racing team featuring the best racers of the Gunma prefecture, and would like Takumi to join. Takumi doesn't want to decide whether or not to accept the proposal until he settles his score with Team Emperor leader Sudou Kyouichi, who had looked down on the AE86 because of the car's age and had seriously damaged Takumi's confidence in the AE86 after being defeated by him. Takumi proceeds to Irohazaka pass to challenge Kyouichi. Kyouichi had chosen to let Takumi lead; if Takumi prevents Kyouichi from passing him, he wins, if Kyouichi passes him, he loses. Takumi notes how the match is unfair, but this is quickly dismissed by Kyouichi. In the end, Takumi is able to prevent Kyouichi from passing. Kyouichi, who takes great pride in his knowledge and ability to race on his home course, concedes defeat and also gave praise to the new AE86, although Takumi still believes it was more of a tie and was more concerned about Kyouichi finally acknowledging the abilities of the AE86.
Kogashiwa Kai, the son of Bunta's old rival, driving a Toyota MR2 (SW20) later challenges Takumi upon knowing he beat his original target, Kyouichi. He and his father planned to beat Takumi by using a line strategy his father had devised and used against Bunta: the In-Air hairpin jump on the 33rd, 36th, 37th, 38th, and 39th hairpins of Irohazaka. Bunta, knowing how Kogashiwa has used the special line factor before, predicted to Takumi that Kai would surely be in front by the later half of the race and proceeds to give Takumi some obscure advice on how to beat Kai. Kyouichi, who had been with Iwaki Seiji , Keisuke, and Takahashi Ryouske, had predicted as well that Kai would use the technique and explains how he himself could not come to use the strategy due to his pride in his skills alone without need for strategy. Kai, upon realizing that he cannot win in a straight-forward clash of skill, uses the line strategy to overtake and further distance himself from Takumi. Takumi then finds it in himself to try this technique and masters it at the first try, finding himself catching up to Kai. At the last moment before they reach the finish Takumi realizes the meaning behind the advice given earlier by Bunta when he notices dead leaves piling up on one side of the road. Takumi proceeds puts his car past the shrubs and into the gutter to sling shot side-by-side forcing Kai to the side of the road where Takumi guesses the leaves would pile up on. Bunta, while talking to Yuuichi, has predicted that Takumi had a 50% chance of passing Kai. As they pass the bridge side-by-side airborne, the 50% chance presents itself as Kai had landed on the side of the road where the leaves had piled up where he lost control and spun out right before the goal.
This stage also saw the appearance of Miki, a former student at the same high school Takumi attended who Takumi once punched over Miki's bragging about his sexual exploits with Natsuki (seen in a flashback from 1st Stage). It was Christmas season, and Natsuki surprises Takumi at his house, and celebrates Christmas with him and Bunta. On New Year's Day, Miki takes Natsuki under duress, even attempting to rape her near Lake Akina. But Takumi, after hearing a few words of a call from Natsuki which was cut short, came to the rescue.
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New car sales in the UK continued to rise in February. An attractive range of models, cheap car finance deals and increased consumer confidence saw over 67,000 new cars sold in February, up 3 per cent on the same period in 2013. The latest data from the Finance and Leasing Association shows an increase of a quarter in the number of drivers using finance such as interest free deals and contract hire to acquire their new car in January. Keep reading to find out more, and we reveal the UK's top ten selling new cars in February…
New car sales continue to rise
New figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders have revealed that new car sales in the UK continue to rise. The number of new cars registered in February 2014 was up 3 per cent from a year ago, the BBC reports. The increase means that sales of new cars have risen for every month over the past two years, with sales up by 17.4 per cent over the period. February was a 'typically quieter month', the SMMT added, with 67,736 cars sold. Total sales for the first two months of 2014 were 6.1 per cent higher than the same period a year ago at 223,298. SMMT chief executive Mike Hawes said the past two years of continued growth in sales underlined the attractiveness of the new car market and growing consumer confidence. He added: "While February is typically a quieter month ahead of the March registration plate change, we expect the arrival of the new 14-plate and increasing economic confidence to maintain a steady rate of growth."
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While the number of new cars sold in the UK is rising, so is the proportion of drivers using car leasing, contract hire and other types of car finance. New figures from the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show growth of 25 per cent in the number of cars bought by consumers using dealer finance in January 2014, compared with the same month last year. Consumer new and used car finance volumes grew by similar rates – up 24 per cent and 25 per cent respectively.
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The Top 10 selling cars in the UK in February 2014
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Things I learned on my trip to Ireland:
1. A mile and an Irish mile are not the same thing.
2. Cheap chocolate in the U.S. has nothing on cheap chocolate in Ireland.
3. A tire blowing out on a van sounds like a balloon popping, just louder.
4. If it looks like it's going to rain in Ireland, it probably will, and if it doesn't, it probably will.
5. #4 will be invalid on the day you decide to go on an eight-kilometer hike.
6. You should actually bring sunscreen if you plan to hike eight kilometers, regardless of what the weather looks like when you start.
7. Puffins are everything you've ever imagined.
8. Sometimes the metal detectors at airports just…go off.
9. Coexisting with 10 people under one roof is absolutely exhausting.
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Sandi Thom, 24, has been performing for free using a webcam to broadcast live on the internet from her Tooting flat.
From an initial audience of 60 people, more than 60,000 are estimated to be logging on to watch her evening gigs.
Ms Thom, who has been compared to fellow Scot KT Tunstall as well as Janis Joplin, hopes the exposure will help raise her band's profile.
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She told BBC News online she came up with the idea after going on tour with a car that would constantly break down.
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Ok, so I've uhmmed and aahed about joining in with this, but when it all comes down to it, I've wanted to make a ripple blanket for a long time, so this is just the thing I need to get me started.
Melissa, over at One Crafty Mumma, has started up a 'Ripple-along', and I think there are quite a few crafty ladies joining in.
And now I am one of them :-)
First thing : Colour choice...
Next up : Pattern...
I've decided I like the look of the chevron blanket over at 'The Royal Sisters' blog, so I've printed it off and have it all ready to go.
But there are lots of other options out there including Lucy's from Attic 24 and Pip's from Meet Me At Mikes.
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Good luck - that yarn lucks great. I've started, now just need tokeep going and nto get sidetracked!!!!!!!!!!ReplyDelete
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Thursday 28th July 2016, 13.13hrs
Yesterday North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team and ourselves received a request from Teesdale and Weardale Search and Mountain Rescue Team for assistance. Teesdale had been searching through the night for a male in his 80s, who was missing from home in the Darlington area, and required additional resources for the ongoing search.
A Land Rover and Team members responded immediately, with others able to attend later in the afternoon. The members worked alongside the Police, Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team, mountain rescue search dogs and Teesdale & Weardale SMRT to search the priority areas.
Thankfully the man was found by one of the search groups after 4 hours of searching. He was evacuated to a crewed Ambulance for onward transfer to hospital. We hope the man is able to leave hospital very soon.
A great effort involving many resources from across the North East.
The incident involved 8 Team members (4 responding immediately) for 7 hours 45 minutes.
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