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Global Semiconductor Sales Increase in October; Industry on Track for Highest-Ever Annual Sales in 2013
Worldwide sales increase for eighth straight month and top $27 billion for first time ever in October; WSTS forecast projects growth of 4.4 percent in 2013 and 4.1 percent in 2014
WASHINGTON—Dec. 4, 2013—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), representing U.S. leadership in semiconductor manufacturing and design, today announced that worldwide sales of semiconductors reached $27.06 billion for the month of October 2013, a 7.2 percent increase from the same month last year when sales were $25.24 billion, and 0.8 percent higher than last month's total. October marked the eighth consecutive month of increasing sales and the industry's first-ever month above $27 billion in sales. All monthly sales numbers are compiled by the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) organization and represent a three-month moving average. Additionally, a new WSTS industry forecast projects that the industry will reach its highest-ever annual sales total in 2013, and continued growth is projected for 2014 and 2015.
"With eight straight months of growth and a new monthly sales record in October, the global semiconductor industry is on track to exceed $300 billion in annual sales for the first time ever in 2013," said Brian Toohey, president and CEO, Semiconductor Industry Association. "The industry is projected to maintain solid growth for the remainder of 2013 and into 2014, led largely by the Americas, which has remained well ahead of last year's pace. Congress and the Administration can help maintain and strengthen growth by resolving fiscal uncertainty and investing in scientific research."
Regionally, sequential monthly sales increased in the Americas (3.3 percent), Europe (1.7 percent), and Asia Pacific (0.1 percent), but decreased in Japan (-1.4 percent). Compared to October 2012, sales increased in the Americas (20.1 percent), Europe (8.6 percent), and Asia Pacific (7.4 percent), but fell in Japan (-12.1 percent), in part due to the devaluation of the Japanese yen.
SIA also today endorsed the WSTS Autumn 2013 global semiconductor sales forecast. WSTS projects the industry's worldwide sales will reach $304.3 billion in 2013, which would be the industry's highest-ever annual sales total and a 4.4 percent increase from the 2012 total. WSTS predicts year-over-year increases for 2013 in the Americas (10.3 percent), Asia Pacific (7.2 percent), and Europe (4.3 percent), but a sharp decline in Japan (-14.5 percent).
Beyond 2013, the industry is expected to grow steadily across all regions, according to the WSTS forecast. WSTS predicts 4.1 percent growth globally for 2014 ($316.6 billion in total sales) and 3.4 percent growth for 2015 ($327.3 billion). WSTS expects the wireless and automotive end markets to grow faster than the total market. WSTS tabulates its semi-annual industry forecast by convening an extensive group of global semiconductor companies that provide accurate and timely indicators of semiconductor trends.
To find out how to purchase the WSTS Subscription Package, which includes comprehensive monthly semiconductor sales data and detailed WSTS Forecasts, please visit http://www.semiconductors.org/industry_statistics/wsts_subscription_package/.
About the SIA
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) is the voice of the U.S. semiconductor industry, one of America's top export industries and a key driver of America's economic strength, national security and global competitiveness. Semiconductors – microchips that control all modern electronics – enable the systems and products that we use to work, communicate, travel, entertain, harness energy, treat illness, and make new scientific discoveries. The semiconductor industry directly employs nearly a quarter of a million people in the U.S. In 2012, U.S. semiconductor sales totaled more than $146 billion, and semiconductors make the global trillion dollar electronics industry possible. Founded in 1977 by five microelectronics pioneers, SIA unites companies that account for 80 percent of America's semiconductor production. Through this coalition, SIA seeks to strengthen U.S. leadership of semiconductor design and manufacturing by working with Congress, the Administration and other key industry stakeholders to encourage policies and regulations that fuel innovation, propel business and drive international competition.
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World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) is an independent non-profit organization representing the vast majority of the world semiconductor industry. The mission of WSTS is to be the respected source of semiconductor market data and forecasts. Founded in 1986, WSTS is the singular source for monthly industry shipment statistics.
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Born | 12 June 1966 Ballyheigue, County Kerry, Ireland |
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Don O'Neill (born 1966) is an Irish fashion designer. He was born in the seaside village of Ballyheigue, County Kerry, Ireland. Initially training as a chef, O'Neill was able to study to be a fashion designer, his true passion, after winning a full tuition scholarship to the Barbara Bourke College of Fashion Design. After traveling the world and working for famous designers and fashion houses such as Christian Lacroix, he arrived in New York, where spent ten years working with evening-wear designer Carmen Marc Valvo and three years as head of the Badgley Mischka diffusion label. In 2009, THEIA was launched. The collection is a manifestation of Don's vision to bring out every woman's inner goddess. O'Neill currently serves as the Creative Director[1] of the label.
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Title: | Ganoderma lucidum ('Lingzhi'), a Chinese medicinal mushroom : biomarker responses in a controlled human supplementation study |
Authors: | Wachtel-Galor, Sissi Tomlinson, Brian Benzie, Iris F. F. |
Subjects: | Lingzhi Ganoderma lucidum Supplementation studies Herbal medicine |
Issue Date: | Feb-2004 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press on behalf of The Nutrition Society |
Source: | British Journal of Nutrition, Feb. 2004, v. 91, no. 2, p. 263-269. |
Abstract: | Lingzhi (Ganoderma lucidum) is a woody mushroom highly regarded in traditional medicine and is widely consumed in the belief that it promotes health and longevity, lowers the risk of cancer and heart disease and boosts the immune system. However, objective scientific validation of the putative health benefits of Lingzhi in human subjects is lacking, and issues of possible toxicity must be addressed. The present double-blinded, placebo-controlled, cross-over intervention study investigated the effects of 4 weeks Lingzhi supplementation on a range of biomarkers for antioxidant status, CHD risk, DNA damage, immune status, and inflammation, as well as markers of liver and renal toxicity. It was performed as a follow-up to a study that showed that antioxidant power in plasma increased after Lingzhi ingestion, and that 10 d supplementation was associated with a trend towards an improved CHD biomarker profile. In the present study, fasting blood and urine from healthy, consenting adults (n 18; aged 22–52 years) was collected before and after 4 weeks supplementation with a commercially available encapsulated Lingzhi preparation (1·44 g Lingzhi/d; equivalent to 13·2 g fresh mushroom/d) or placebo. No significant change in any of the variables was found, although a slight trend toward lower lipids was again seen, and antioxidant capacity in urine increased. The results showed no evidence of liver, renal or DNA toxicity with Lingzhi intake, and this is reassuring. The present study of the effects in healthy, well-nourished subjects provides useful, new scientific data that will support controlled intervention trials using at-risk subjects in order to assess the therapeutic effect of Lingzhi in the promotion of healthy ageing. |
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Counterfeits of beverages made by Wahaha, seen here in a supermarket, are commonplace in rural areas. (Photo/CFP)
Many defective products are sold in rural parts of China as a result of the country's urban-rural dual economic structure, says Niu Fang, a director at the Shaanxi Academy of Social Sciences.
The dual economic structure has arisen due to the difference in consumption power between cities and rural areas, as well as the imbalance in government supervision. "The government places more emphasis on cities in terms of enforcement efforts and measures. The control and management of defective and counterfeit items in the countryside remains insufficient," Niu said.
With the approach of the Chinese New Year holiday, many counterfeit holiday food products have been identified in rural areas. People's Daily has reported fake candy imitating the well-known White Rabbit and Hsu Fu Chi brands for sale in the wholesale market of Jintang county in Sichuan. The fake products were being sold for 7 yuan (US$1.15) per 500g while genuine goods cost 24 yuan (US$4) per 500g. They were mixed together to cheat customers.
In Weinan in Shaanxi, many expired products including soy sauce, food oil and children's snacks were being sold cheap but their date of manufacture had been erased.
Counterfeits of food and beverages made by Tingyi and Wahaha are commonly seen in stores in rural areas, where local residents say they have no choice but to accept counterfeit and defective goods, People's Daily said.
A villager living under the jurisdiction of Guangyuan in Sichuan revealed that it takes about 20 minutes on a scooter to go to the nearest town, so they have to buy fake products from nearby stores if they need something quickly.
An official from the Sichuan Administration Bureau for Industry and Commerce said people in the countryside need to known more about how to protect themselves, while the government needs to strengthen its supervision.
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LAKE WORTH, TEXAS -- After several months of the aerobic's schedule being incorrect and false promises of new classes, I decided to voice my concern by sending an e-mail to American Fitness and Tan. Additionally, let me preface this with a little more information before I explain why I am a disatisfied consumer. On several occasions, one of the aerobics instructors would refuse to teach a class if only one person showed up for class, even though they get paid regardless of anyone showing up. Also, one time the gym owners did not pay their insructors, actually their pay checks bounced, and the the instructors refused to teach until they were paid, so the gym management responded by firing them for not teaching. Therefore, the aerobics classes were canceled for one month. Further, the gym owners did not pay the rent at one of the locations I attend, and the gym closed temporarily. I was very frustrated that I was unable to work out as these classes had been advertised as an incentive to sign up for a membership. The complaint e-mail I sent was colorful and the tone of it reflected my extreme frustration. The owner responded by yelling at me with her cap locks on, advising me that my comments were not appreciated, and that she would cancel my membership immediately. She further advised that if I stepped foot in her gym that it would be trespassing. I advised her that I would forward her response to several people to warn them not to waste their money working out there as they do not care about their members. She responded by telling me that she would not be threatened, did not appreciate the tone of my e-mail and inappropriate comments, and would forward my e-mail to the police for slander. Okay, we all know as Americans that we protected by the fifth ammendment and I can voice my opinion to whomever I please. Maybe someone should tell the owner that she needs to look up the definition of slander. She obviously is clueless about the English language just as she is about running a gym. Consumers beware and do not give your hard earned money to American Fitness and Tan located in Lake Worth & Saginaw, Texas.
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Sitting over 300 feet off the road the long driveway leads you through birch trees, pines and ferns to the Torch River A-frame. This classic cottage is tucked away on the river's edge in a great location on the Antrim Chain of Lakes and just a mile from beautiful Torch Lake. The sand bar is just minutes away by water from the dock out front where you can keep your boat during your stay.
There's a small deck at the rear entrance which opens into the kitchen, featuring granite counter tops with seating area, stainless appliances and modern amenities including a dishwasher. The view of the river is immediately visible looking through the the house towards the living room. There is a small laundry room off the kitchen and a large full bathroom with tub on the main floor.
The open living room features a natural stone fireplace and sliding glass door which opens onto a deck just feet from river's edge and a few steps away from the dock. The living room features leather furniture for lounging on including a comfortable sleeper sofa. The opposite side of the room has a HDTV, stereo & a DVD player.
The spiral stairway leads to the second floor which has 2 comfortable bedrooms and a bathroom with shower. The master bedroom over looks the river and features a Queen bed. The back bedroom includes a full bed, two twins. The third floor is accessed by a compact stairway and has a small bedroom to either side, it's a fairly tight space but affords awesome birds eye views of the surrounding scenery giving the feel of being in a tree house.
The property is wooded on both sides affording privacy from neighbors and the view across the river overlooks the Torch river natural area. It as a great spot for bird and wildlife watching as well as beautiful sunsets over the trees. There is plenty of room for yard games and an evening around the campfire in a private and relaxing atmosphere.
The L shaped dock is large enough to accommodate most boats and watercraft that are suitable for the chain of lakes. The river is a no wake zone and you can dock your boat just a few steps from the front door.
You'll find plenty of parking on the property including a pad adjacent to the garage that's a good spot for parking a boat trailer or RV.
Its a wonderfully unique location where you'll feel like your away from everything while being right in the middle of the most beautiful waters in Michigan and within a quick drive to many great Up-North attractions.
We grew up spending summers on the rivers and lakes around the state, we now reside in West Michigan. I've always loved boating, biking and traveling. I was introduced to the Antrim Chain of Lakes many years ago & fell in love the first time I laid eyes on the amazing teal blue waters of Torch Lake and the miles of beautiful waterway's.
Scott purchased this cottage in 2012
We have been visiting the Torch Lake and Bellaire area for years and dreamt of some day owning a place on the chain of lakes. Nearly every time boating on the chain of lakes my we commented how nice and peaceful the rivers were & if we ever had a chance to buy in the area that would be ideal. In 2011 we were blessed with an opportunity to buy a little piece of paradise in what we feel is one of the most peaceful locations on the chain of lakes, close to the sand bar but just far enough away that you're not disturbed by the noise of boats speeding around the lakes.
Although we'd like to spend everyday at the A-Frame we're happy to be able to share this little piece of paradise with others that want to live a little bit of the dream.
Its hard to find a nicer spot on the chain of lakes to enjoy some of the best boating and fishing the state has to offer. With Elk and Torch lake so close but away from the occasional rough waters that can develop it is a great location that touches on the best of everything the area has to offer. Being 5 minutes from the Torch Sand Bar and 20 miles from Traverse while feeling miles away from everything is hard to match. Having the ability to boat up to Dockside on the Clam River for lunch or cruise over to Elk Rapids for the afternoon is really nice. Just sitting back at the rivers edge watching the water flow by and boaters pass is a relaxing enjoyable experience.
This little A Frame was as advertised. It's cozy and comfortable and the view is fantastic. It was clean and well maintained and the owners were easy to work with.
It says it sleeps 10 which is true but it would be pretty close quarters and require someone sleeping on the pullout downstairs. Next time were in the area we plan to rent again!
This was the a great place to rent as far a the river goes. The accommodations were great and it was nice to have a washer and dryer in house. Plenty of pots and pans to prepare our food, a nice selection of free DVDs to entertain on those rainy days we had. Spacious main floor for everybody to sit at and relax. Fun was had by all!!!
The A-Frame house is great. The location is wonderful and quiet. We loved having the outdoor speakers at night while at the bonfire. This home has everything you'd need and more! The stairs are a bit tricky but they wouldn't keep me from renting again! It also doesn't have AC and it was a little warm during the day upstairs but we only noticed when unpacking since we were out on our boat everyday. Having the windows open and fans running is a good idea. Not hot at night, we all slept well....combination of comfortable beds, lots of sun, and the lovely northern Michigan air! But again, no AC would not keep me from renting either. Thanks again Scott!!
I rented this place for several months during the winter. It was a good experience, beautiful location by the river and the inside accommodations were terrific! The owners are easy to work with and responsive when needed. I would definitely rent again.
We had a fantastic time while staying at the Torch River A-frame rental. The space is well equipped and clean. We enjoyed comfortable beds and nice accommodations. The property was amazing with lots of good parking for our guests. I've booked the property again for next year! The dock is situated just right for us to park our 30' go fast boat along side. The river level at the end of the dock is shallow but with a little trim up on your drive you'll be fine.
I stayed here with a group of friends for the weekend. What a beautiful A-Frame inside and out! The view across the river is the nature preserve, so it can be quiet if you'd like. But if you're looking for a great time, the south Torch Lake sandbar is less than a five minute boat ride from the A-Frame. We kayaked to the sandbar in about 15minutes and it was quite easy as well.
More about the house though: It is well laid out where you are not crammed in. Everything is new, modernized updated from the kitchen, to the bathrooms to each bedroom. Each bedroom is small but enough for a couple of people and has great views out the windows.
All in all, this is a must to rent, I will definitely do it again!
Beautiful secluded wooded acre lot on the Torch River as it widens approaching Torch Lake. A short boat ride or paddle up river to the famous Torch Lake Sand Bar. The location is an ideal home base for boating and fishing the beautiful Elk River Chain of Lakes with a DNR boat launch just 1/3 of a mile down the street. You can keep your boat docked just 35 feet from the front door while being less than a mile from the amazing coral blue waters of Torch Lake to the north and Lake Skegemog and Elk Lake to the south.
Downtown Alden is just 5 miles away, a quick boat or bike ride away.
If you enjoy gambling or are looking for some evening entertainment the Turtle Creek Casino is just a 15 minute drive away. One of our favorite destinations is Short's Brewery in Bellaire where you can sample some of the best brew's anywhere and get a growler to bring back and enjoy on the deck while bird watching or having a fire by the river's edge.
There are some great restaurants in and on the way to Elk Rapids which is 20 minutes away by car or take the boat and dock at the Elk River marina.
It is 20 miles to Traverse City where you can enjoy many opportunities for dining, entertainment and more.
The A-frame is ideal for kicking back, relaxing on the rivers edge and experiencing the peaceful tranquility of Northern Michigan in a private wooded setting that is hard to find an inland lake.
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"I rule in favor of Sara Fitzgerald, and deny the medical emancipation," the judge began. My heart sank. How was I going to tell Kate that I would have to give her the kidney that she doesn't want? The judge turned towards me and continued, "I'm sorry Anna, but it just seems best. Case closed." She banged her hammer-looking thing on the desk and left the room.
I looked over to see my mom smiling so wide I thought her eyes would get irritated by the way the corners of her mouth were poking them. I ran to my father and they embraced with a hug, and a very passionate kiss. How was I supposed to tell Kate?
I slowly slipped into Kate's room while she was peacefully asleep. I decided not to wake her, so I sat in a chair by the window. I must have been staring for hours out that window, because in a matter of what seemed like moments, my mother came into the room. She said she was going to be 2 hours or so, so I assumed I lost track of time.
My mom went to sit by the side of Kate's hospital bed and began stroking her face. Slowly Kate began fluttering her eyes, and then looking around the room.
"Hey Sweetheart, how are you?" My mother said in the kindest voice she could whip up.
"Where is Anna?" Kate replied. Her head shot across the room, searching, and then her eyes came upon mine.
"What happened?" Kate questioned. I shrugged and gave her the 'I will talk to you about it later' look.
"Mom," Kate began, swerving her head back around to face my mother. "Could you go get me some food? I'm pretty hungry," she finished.
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I just got out of 3 tickets and a felony. I passed a field sobriety test and only blew a .01, he had me do it three times bc he said he could smell it on me and didnt know why it wasnt coming out how he thought it should. I had a concealed weapon in my glove box and only have a.gun permit not a concealed weapons permit, my drivers license was twenty days expired, I wasnt seat belted and had illegal lights.
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Kiera Van Gelder's first suicide attempt at the age of twelve marked the onset of her struggles with drug addiction, depression, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, and chaotic romantic relationships-all of which eventually led to doctors' belated diagnosis of borderline personality disorder twenty years later. The Buddha and the Borderline is a window into this mysterious and debilitating condition, an unblinking portrayal of one woman's fight against the emotional devastation of borderline personality disorder. This haunting, intimate memoir chronicles both the devastating period that led to Kiera's eventual diagnosis and her inspirational recovery through therapy, Buddhist spirituality, and a few online dates gone wrong. Kiera's story sheds light on the private struggle to transform suffering into compassion for herself and others, and is essential reading for all seeking to understand what it truly means to recover and reclaim the desire to live.
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Kiera Van Gelder, MFA, is an artist, educator, and writer diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. An international speaker and advocate, she is featured in the documentary Back from the Edge: Living With and Recovering From Borderline Personality Disorder. She currently lives in Massachusetts at a Buddhist meditation center.
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The Buddha and the Borderline is a cross between Girl, Interrupted and Bridget Jones's Diary.While reading it, I found myself admiring Kiera's talent for vividly describing borderline hopelessness and pain while keeping me laughing with her tales of life as a 'lonely and increasingly horny receptionist.' While this book has something for everyone, Kiera's detailed account of how she recovered from this deadly disorder will be enormously inspiring to people with borderline personality disorder and their family members. -- Randi Kreger, author of Stop Walking on Eggshells Out of a profoundly painful experience, Kiera Van Gelder has written a brave and hopeful book exploring her recovery from borderline personality disorder. Kiera's story will undoubtedly touch countless lives and be a source of inspiration to those who have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, their families, and the mental health professionals who play a crucial role in the complex nexus of education, treatment, and support. The Buddha and the Borderline is a compelling and invaluable narrative for anyone wanting to learn more about the difficult, yet ultimately rewarding, process of recovery. -- Amanda L. Smith, Florida Borderline Personality Disorder Association


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So I have a dr90 (3x3x6) grow tent and yesterday I ordered my lighting setup, a 600w cool tube dimmable mh/hps system. I already have a 6" inline fan and I ordered another 6" inline fan yesterday. I plan on dedicating 1 of the 6" fans to the 600w cool tube and venting it straight through the 2 vent holes on each side of the tent. I plan on dedicating the other 6" fan to the exhaust out of the top of the tent. I plan on buying 2 fan speed controllers and running the fans at a lower speed. I am going to buy a oscillating fan for the floor of the tent. I will buy a carbon filter when it is needed. I already have some out doors stuff going but this is my 1st attempt at indoor growing, I would really appreciate some critique/advice on my set up.
By the way my tent is in my garage, I live in southern California (prop 215) and it gets hot out in that garage!!! That is why I want to setup all that ventalation, I'm still kinda worried about heat though. A/C is just not possible, I have a portable a/c but not the kind used for grow tents though. My household is already being penalized for using so much electricity so we pay a higher rate, I could not afford it on my bill. Lol
I just re-read my first post and thought I should clarify my light and fan set up in my tent. Intake>cooltube>fan>exhaust Tent exhaust will be: Carbon filter>exhaust>fan sitting on top of the tent Tent intake will be passive intake from the bottom vent. Otherwise I may buy a 4" duct booster to bring in more air.
How large is your garage? If you plan to exhaust both your light and your tent into the garage space then this will ultimately heat up the garage area causing the ambient garage air to get even warmer, then warm air is just getting recycled back through the light exhaust and tent exhaust getting Warmer with each passing. Ideally you need to get some temperature readings of your garage as it stands without any grow going on. If its above 75F without the grow, then you're going to struggle keeping it below 80F regardless of how much fan power you have. Things to do now! Test day temps and nights temps within your garage before you plan to grow in there. Test rooms in your house that are unused or could be unused for possible tent locations as a secondary back up plan. J
Thanks for the input guys. The garage is left cracked open most of the day and I plan on running the lights at night. Worst case scenario I wont flower in the tent, i will dim the ballast down to 300w and just veg plants until they are big enough to go outside and flower. Im thinking I will be able to keep the tent cool enough with a 300w cool tube.
So I have everything up and running, it is way too hot out there to grow anything! Lol, I'm going to have to use an ac unit.


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A scandalous photo of the tan and topless Pippa, 27, doing some dirty dancing with an unidentified similarly topless man, has surfaced (via Us Magazine). And although we've come to expect nothing less from the Middleton clan, it looks like Pippa sure was the life of the party -- although we have a feeling she kept things a bit more tame at sister, Kate Middleton, and Prince William's royal wedding reception.
Another photo of the stunner wearing a white mini dress and surrounded by bottles of liquor may also raise a royal eyebrow or two.
But the Buckingham bunch must have known that Pippa Middleton wasn't a total saint -- in 2008, Tatler magazined named her the 'No. 1 Society Singleton.'
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- Thursday 05 MayBy berentsonwHighest Rank Vote downVote upReport this
Looks to me that she is wearing a swimsuit.... slow news day.
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Another something about nothing article from AOL.
- Thursday 05 MayBy AmaryllisHighest Rank Vote downVote upReport this
Looks like a young girl having fun. Go pick on someone else.
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Seriously? This is the worst you could find? God, I hope old photo's of me when I was younger and still partying like that dont leak! ALOT of us have shots like this we would cringe at and maybe more because we dont remember. People grown and learn. Give her a break. The shots of her brother were worse but Im sure if you looked hard enough you find similar on many high level/ profile men now in power from their university days! Next.
- Thursday 05 MayBy KrisHighest Rank Vote downVote upReport this
Just because you are British doesn't mean you can't have a good time...they are adults...leave them alone!
- Thursday 05 MayBy joyceHighest Rank Vote downVote upReport this
So, it has started already. Get some real news and leave these people alone. They are a nice normal loving family. No wonder william was worried about what would be done to whoever he married. He lived it with his mother. What a sad bunch of people who have nothing to do but trash people.
- Thursday 05 MayBy deeHighest Rank Vote downVote upReport this
Young and havin fun :)
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It's already started. The Middleton siblings didn't choose to enter the Royal family. I guess the so called media wasn't content to destroy Prince William's mother now they also have to go after his in-laws. Disgraceful.
- Friday 06 MayBy MHigh Rank Vote downVote upReport this
So what, she was young and never could have guessed that she would end up as the Prince of Wales sister-in-law.
- Thursday 05 MayBy douglasaearlHighest Rank Vote downVote upReport this
And now it starts. Next week you will trying to break up William and Kate. Vultures, all of you!
- Thursday 05 MayBy travelladyHighest Rank Vote downVote upReport this
And I bet this author never did anything wild.
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she is wearing a frickin Bikini--Good for her !! US MAG = losers
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Some people need to get their mind out of the gutter. That doesn't look like a bra to me, looks like a bathing suit top. As far as being "surrounded" by liquer bottles... I see 2 in that picture. That is not being surrounded.
This is why I do NOT believe anything I read in the press. Most of the time I just sit and laugh at their ignorance.
Pipa you look GREAT, pay no attention to the idiots - Thursday 05 MayBy saraLowest Rank Vote downVote upReport this
Sorry, that's a bar not a bikini.
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How many drinks have you consumed?
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oops....that should be bra, not bar!
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What does it matter? Bra or Bathing suit top, they are pretty much the same these days, and I've seen bathing suit tops that were considerably more risque! Our so-called "celebrities" wear less, and look worse. Whatever happened to casting out the beam from one's own eye before trying to do it to someone else! Really! And, what kind of name is "Kiki"? Are we supposed to take seriously a "journalist" with that name who uses salacious sounding headlines? Me thinks not!!!!!
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OMG!!!!! The are normal humans!!!!!! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!
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It looks like a young lady, on a typical Saturday night to me.
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