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GEA International Showcase 2012 highlights U.S. leadership in Geothermal Global Market
Conference brings together record number of geothermal industry and policy leaders for dialogue on international business opportunities
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 24, 2012)�This week, more than 250 geothermal industry and policy leaders gathered in Washington D.C. for the GEA International Geothermal Energy Showcase 2012. Discussion focused on the international geothermal market, and noted that many countries around the world are "open for business." Representatives from more than 27 countries attended the conference to discuss projects in development, market potential, government policies and global opportunities for U.S. companies. Sen. Jeff Bingaman (D-NM) provided the keynote address.
In conjunction with the Showcase, GEA released an International Market Overview that found global geothermal growth can be attributed to a number of factors, including economic growth, the electrification of low-income and rural communities, new technology, increased energy security concerns and favorable national policies. Nicaragua and Indonesia have both benefited from favorable policy to become strong geothermal markets. Particularly in the United States, unpredictable government policy has slowed growth.
During his keynote address, Sen. Bingaman remarked: "We need to develop clean energy technologies for the economic benefits that their development will create here at home. As the developing world increases its appetite for energy in the coming decades, there will be a multi-trillion dollar market for clean energy technology. The only losers in the clean energy race will be those who do not compete. Unfortunately, although the U.S. remains one of the greatest sources of innovation in the world, it is not clear if we will reap the benefits of that innovation or even that we will retain the advantage we have over others in that innovation, as our competitors are making a compelling case to investors and entrepreneurs that it is simply good business to develop there, rather than develop here."
"The United States has been the pioneer in geothermal energy, and many of our member companies who participated in the International Showcase today are exporting their products overseas. In fact, geothermal is one of only two American renewables that exports more than it imports," said GEA Executive Director Karl Gawell. "But now the United States is lagging behind the explosive growth in the international market, credited to favorable national policies. It is critical that U.S. policymakers act immediately to keep the United States competitive with the rest of the world."
Many top U.S. manufacturers, who export a majority of their products and services overseas, also attended the event.
"One of the best aspects geothermal has to offer is that it is very exportable," remarked Halley Dickey, Director Geothermal Business Development, TAS Energy, headquartered in Houston, Tex. "We're exporting modular systems to companies around the world, we have three projects in Turkey, and we're exporting services and expertise as well. We build the entire plant here in the U.S. and export it abroad." TAS Energy was the winner of the 2011 GEA Honors award for Technological Advancement, and has geothermal projects on six continents; recent projects are in Oregon, California, Nevada and overseas, including Turkey.
Ernesto Martinez Tiffer, President of the National Electric Company of Nicaragua offered another example of U.S. company leadership by Ram Power, based in Reno, which this year brought online a geothermal project in Nicaragua, and also has projects in California, Nevada and Canada. "Right now the policy of the [Nicaraguan] government is wide open to develop geothermal energy. In Central America, Nicaragua has the largest geothermal potential. We started developing geothermal in 1983. When we ran into problems, Ram Power came in and solved the problem."
"ElectraTherm's business is approximately 80% export, because of favorable policies, such as feed-in tariffs in Europe," said ElectraTherm CEO John Fox. He continued on to discuss ElectraTherm's recent co-production project in Mississippi: "ElectraTherm's Mississippi project was put online in 48 hours, and we knew the ROI to be 7 to 8 years. Therefore, while we are proving our technology in the U.S., we face challenging economics due to lower electric rates and limited policy support. ElectraTherm will target Europe, where the economics are especially attractive and policy support is sizable."
The Showcase was attended by government and industry leaders representing 27 countries, including Belgium, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Djibouti, France, Germany, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Nevis, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Pakistan, the Philippines, Portugal, Romania, Rwanda, Singapore, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Tanzania, Turkey, the United States and West Indies.
About the Geothermal Energy Association:
The Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) is a trade association composed of U.S. companies who support the expanded use of geothermal energy and are developing geothermal resources worldwide for electrical power generation and direct-heat uses. GEA advocates for public policies that will promote the development and utilization of geothermal resources, provides a forum for the industry to discuss issues and problems, encourages research and development to improve geothermal technologies, presents industry views to governmental organizations, provides assistance for the export of geothermal goods and services, compiles statistical data about the geothermal industry, and conducts education and outreach projects. For more information, please visit http://www.geo-energy.org/.


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NEW YORK – Stocks recorded their third big gain of the week and closed at a one-month high Friday because of expectations that the central banks of countries around the world will step in to limit the damage from a debt crisis in Europe.
The Dow Jones industrial average climbed 115 points.
Now investors wait for a crucial election on Sunday in Greece that will help determine whether that country stops using the euro as its currency. Such an exit would destabilize financial markets.
Mario Draghi, president of the European Central Bank, said his institution stood ready to support Europe's banking system by continuing to lend money to solvent banks. He also appeared to leave open the possibility of an interest rate cut.
Draghi said in Frankfurt that the ECB has a "crucial role" in extending credit to banks in times of instability, when banks can't always borrow money on financial markets.
On Thursday, Reuters reported that ECB, the Federal Reserve, the Bank of England and other global financial authorities were ready to act in concert to limit the fallout from Greece.
Investors also are more confident about the election itself, said Peter Tuz, a money manager, at Chase Investment Counsel, which runs mutual funds.
"There's a growing sense of optimism," he said. "The betting now is that the 'let's stay in the euro' segment of the population will win."
Borrowing costs for Spain were unchanged. They fell slightly for Italy, an indication that investors are feeling a little better about that country's solvency. They have been worried that Italy will have to seek financial rescue.
The Dow rose 115.26 points to close at 12,767.17, its highest finish since May 11. The Standard & Poor's 500 index climbed 13.74 points to 1,342.84, also its highest since May 11. The Nasdaq composite index rose 36.47 points to 2,872.80.
For the week, the Dow rose 0.9 percent, the S&P 1 percent and the Nasdaq 1.3 percent.
The week included four moves of 100 points or more for the Dow, the first time that has happened since April:
— On Monday, the Dow lost 142 points as enthusiasm faded for a $125 billion rescue of Spanish banks.
— On Tuesday, the Dow climbed 162 after a Federal Reserve official said he supported more measures to stimulate the economy.
— On Thursday, the Dow gained 155, primarily because of late reports about possible coordinated action by central banks.
Energy stocks rose the most Friday. OPEC oil ministers agreed Thursday to keep their production target steady, a compromise meant in part to soothe economically troubled countries.
A pair of weak economic reports helped push Treasury prices up and yields down.
A report on U.S. factory production showed a drop in manufacturing, a key driver of economic growth. A gauge of manufacturing in New York sank to its lowest level since November.
The yield on the 10-year Treasury note fell to 1.60 percent from 1.64 percent Thursday. Traders have been shifting money into the safety of the Treasury market ahead of the Greek election. That higher demand has kept yields near all-time lows.
Among stocks making big moves:
— Microsoft rose 68 cents, or 2.3 percent, to $30.02 following reports that the company is in talks to buy Yammer, a developer of social networks within companies.
— Capital One Financial rose 80 cents, or 1.5 percent, to $53.81 after the company said uncollectable and delinquent loans at its credit card business dropped last month.
— Defense contractor AAR plunged $1.23, or 10.6 percent, to $10.34. The company updated its forecast for fourth-quarter and fiscal-year earnings, and they were weaker than Wall Street expected.
— YPF, Argentina's state-controlled oil and gas producer, rose 72 cents, or 6.9 percent, to $11.17 after Mexican telecommunications billionaire Carlos Slim said he had acquired an 8.4 percent stake in the company.

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Beyonce delivers at Super Bowl halftime show, brings out Destiny's Child
Beyonce sang like she had something to prove at the Super Bowl, balancing out the testosterone levels on the football field with a dance-heavy performance that featured her Destiny's Child band mates and an all-female band.
She emerged onstage singing some of "Love on Top," transitioning to her hit "Crazy In Love" in an all-black ensemble, which matched the dark stage. She ripped off part of her shirt and skirt as she danced hard with background dancers doing the same.
She sang live — and sounded good. Days after admitting to singing to a pre-recorded track at President Barack Obama's inauguration, she proved herself to any doubters and added a few off-script remarks as if to show her microphone was on.
Her background singers helped out as Beyonce danced around the stage throughout most of the 13-minute performance. She was especially top-notch during "End of Time" and "Baby Boy."
She had a swarm of background dancers and band members spread throughout the stage, along with videotaped images of herself dancing. And the crowd got bigger when she was joined by her Destiny's Child band mates.
Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams popped up from below the stage to sing "Bootylicious."
They appeared in matching Rubin Singer black leather warrior-woman bodysuits and dizzying stilettos as did an ever-growing, all-female army of dancers, with musicians cast off on the sidelines.
But Rowland and Williams were barely heard when the group sang "Independent Woman," as their voices faded into the background.
They also joined in for some of "Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)," where Beyonce's voice grew stronger.
She asked the crowd to put their hands toward her she belted the slow groove "Halo" on bended knee — and that's when the performance hit its high note.
Before the game, Alicia Keys performed a lounge-y, piano-tinged version of the national anthem that her publicist assured was live. The Grammy-winning singer played the piano as she sang "The Star Spangled Banner" in a long red dress with her eyes shut.
She followed Jennifer Hudson, who performed "America the Beautiful" with the 26-member Sandy Hook Elementary School chorus, a performance that had some players on the sideline on the verge of tears.
The students wore green ribbons on their shirts in honor of the 20 first-graders and six adults who were killed in a Dec. 14 shooting rampage at the school in Newton, Connecticut.
The students began the song softly before Hudson, whose mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew were shot to death five years ago, jumped in with her gospel-flavored vocals. She stood still in black and white as the students moved to the left and right, singing background. With a report from Agence France-Presse


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Worldwide Renegades lyrics by Da Howg f/ Lil' Zane
Worldwide Renegades Song Lyrics
Big Shady (no doubt) Lil' Z (somethin new)
The Highway meets College Park (yeah yeah shorty)
A-T-L is officially locked down - (IT'S GOIN DOWN)
Worldwide (f**k with layaway) - (ALL THE HENNY)
this is how we do it to em - (ALL THE HYDRO)
(we'll get a lady today) - (IT'S GOIN DOWN)
this is how we do it to em (believe that)
(ATLANTA STYLE BABY) (listen to this y'all)
No doubt, come on..
[Verse One]
College Park got control of me
cause one of these snake niggaz told on me
Seen me in the cut, then he rolled on me
Thought I was gone but they was only holdin me
then it was told to me
Playboy, you only good as your team
You gotta leak find or seek,
hem it at the seams
I felt that, held back, went to the draft
Squeeze the juice from the peach when I pick my staff
Now I'm back with the slimiest, grimiest
Niggaz who behind me is the ones who know what time it is
Red Clay Renegades, violence is Minute Maid(?)
Still thugged out, hooked on Alize and Hennessey
Strictly in it til the day the game finish me
Honk your horn if you feelin me
Put your fists in the sky, wave them deuces high nigga
cause it ain't nuttin but that fire rolled up
[Chorus: (repeat 2X)]
I run with Worldwide Renegades, violence is Minute Maid(?)
Still thug livin, hooked on Alize and Hennessey
Stayin down til the day the game finish me
Honk your horn if you feelin me
[Verse Two]
I run with nothin but them woofer pushers, sittin on gold things
'drats give you slow brains who look like they on Soul Train
We run thangs, from the yea game to trickin
Don't come and think you stickin, below this Mason-Dixon it's rules
Born raised and die for it, hands kept high for it
Make niggaz mother cry for it
You know like I know, respect these rules
Don't make Don Chilly lose his cool
If it's a nickel sold in the Park, I want two-fifty
and if you chief a blunt, chief it with me
Respect my Bankhead killaz, McKennasville grave fillers
Others cross the city pushin pealers
cause I'm a true ATL-ier, Southside villain-er
Promise to check for shorty find out if they real or not
Come fake and get boxed, sent home
and watch the world spin like these twenty inch chromes
[Verse Three]
I'ma have to slide with somethin, all the money in this game
Chicks callin my name, they want me bad, but I don't stop
I'm in my droptop V, I got a lot of things
to prove to niggaz and you'll see, by the way it looks
A lot of niggaz gon' be shook, don't disrespect
and no hard feelings took, I profile
while switchin styles in the crowd runnin wild
Have you niggaz home dottin your rhyme, blowed out
cause I showed out, so what'chu know about?
You gettin money or you assed-out
You sip a drink until you passed out
Circle the chiefers with no reefer
I'm in the corner where it's dark, preparin to spark
Niggaz screamin let me hit it like I'm (?) or somethin
It ain't no limit when it come to how much niggaz puffin
I mark the wall I dust em all
It's the Hennessey in me that'll blow the wall
[Chorus 2X]
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How do people use Firefox? Announcing the Open Data Visualization Competition
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If you're a Hialeah Florida driver looking for the best auto insurance rates, you know it can be tough to sort through all the different companies and policies. To make things easier, we've compiled a list of the cheapest auto insurance companies in Florida for eight different vehicle types. Whether you drive a sedan, SUV, truck, RV or other type of vehicle, we'll help you find an affordable policy that fits your needs.
For sedans: The cheapest auto insurance in Hialeah Florida is offered by GEICO with an average annual premium of $1,838. This is followed by Progressive at $2,033 and USAA at $2,211.
For SUVs: The best rates are offered by GEICO at an average annual premium of $1,875. Progressive and USAA follow with premiums of $2,073 and $2,311 respectively.
For trucks: GEICO is the lowest priced option in Hialeah FL for truck drivers with an average annual premium of $2,617. Progresssive follows close behind at $2,719 and USAA comes in third at an average annual rate of $2,848.
For RVs: The most affordable auto insurance in Hialeah Florida for RVers is offered by GEICO with a yearly cost of $3,521 on average. Progressive is also competitively priced at $3,600 while USAA's rate is slightly higher at $3,637.
For classic cars: The lowest auto insurance rates in Florida for drivers of classic vehicles are provided by GEICO with an average annual premium of $1,738. Progressive and USAA also offer competitively priced policies at $1,933 and $2,022 respectively.
For motorcycles: Drivers of motorcycles in Hialeah Florida can get the best rates from GEICO with an average annual premium of $839. Progressive follows close behind with a yearly cost of $884 while USAA's rate is slightly higher at $901.
For ATVs: The most affordable policy for ATV owners in Florida comes from GEICO with an average annual premium of $855. Progressive is slightly more expensive at $867 while USAA's cost is higher at $904.
For mopeds: The cheapest auto insurance policy in Hialeah Florida for moped drivers is offered by GEICO with an average annual premium of $717. Progressive follows close behind at a rate of $752 and USAA comes in third at a yearly cost of $767.
No matter what type of vehicle you drive, it's important to shop around and compare different auto insurance companies before deciding on the best option for you. With so many policies available in Florida, you can find one that fits your needs and budget.
Car insurance rates in Florida vary greatly depending on a variety of factors, one of the most important being age. Age is often used by car insurance companies to determine risk and set rates accordingly. In fact, many drivers in Hialeah Florida may be surprised by how much their rate fluctuates with just a few years' difference in age. This article will examine seven age demographic factors that can have an impact on car insurance rates in Hialeah FL: gender, marital status, driving record, driving experience, vehicle type, credit score and location.
Gender plays a role in setting car insurance rates in Hialeah Florida as males historically pay more than females because they are considered to be higher risks due to their involvement in more serious accidents and traffic violations. While some insurance companies in Florida are now offering gender-neutral rates, the overall impact of gender on car insurance rates still holds true.
Marital status is also taken into account when setting car insurance rates in Hialeah Florida. Married couples and families are seen as more responsible than single drivers, therefore they may be offered lower premiums than unmarried drivers. Additionally, married couples may qualify for a multi-car discount if they insure more than one vehicle with the same company.
Driving record and driving experience are two major factors that affect car insurance rates in Florida. Drivers who have had multiple traffic violations or at-fault accidents within the last three to five years can expect their premiums to be higher due to their riskier driving behavior. On the other hand, drivers with clean driving records and plenty of experience behind the wheel can take advantage of many discounts offered by insurance companies in Hialeah Florida.
Vehicle type is another major factor when it comes to car insurance rates in Florida. Some cars are more expensive to insure than others based on their safety ratings, cost of repair, and likelihood of being stolen. For example, luxury cars, sports cars, convertibles and SUVs typically have higher premiums due to their increased risk factors.
The credit score of a driver is also taken into consideration when determining car insurance rates in Hialeah Florida. Drivers with good or excellent credit scores may qualify for discounts as they are seen as more responsible individuals who make timely payments on bills and debts. On the other hand, drivers with poor credit scores often face higher premiums as they are considered to be more likely to file claims.
Finally, the location of a driver can also have an impact on their car insurance rates in Florida. Drivers who live in high-traffic or high-crime areas may pay more for coverage due to the increased risk of accident or theft within their area.
In summary, age is only one factor that affects car insurance rates in Hialeah Florida; gender, marital status, driving record, driving experience, vehicle type, credit score and location all play a role as well. While some factors may be out of your control, it's important to remember that there are usually discounts and savings available if you shop around and compare rates.
When self-driving vehicles first hit the roads, a lot of people were concerned about who would be responsible for any accidents that occurred. Today, however, more and more autonomous cars are being tested in Hialeah Florida on public roads. While this technology is still relatively new, it's important for passengers of these autonomous vehicles to understand the implications of riding in them when it comes to car insurance. Here are four important considerations you should take into account if you want to ride safely and legally in an autonomous vehicle in Florida.
First, there may be no need for a conventional driver's license or proof of insurance if you're using an autonomous vehicle because the technology replaces many of the functions of human drivers. However, you should still carry proof of insurance with you in case the car is ever stopped or pulled over by law enforcement.
Second, if you're a passenger in an autonomous vehicle, the driver (or owner) is typically responsible for all costs associated with any accidents that occur. This means that anyone riding in an autonomous vehicle needs to be aware of their potential financial liability and make sure they are covered by their own insurance policy just in case.
Third, many insurers offer discounted rates for those who choose to use self-driving cars because of the increased safety features these vehicles have compared to traditional cars. If you plan on regularly using an autonomous vehicle in Hialeah Florida, make sure to ask your insurer about these discounts so you can save money on your premiums.
Finally, not all car insurance policies cover autonomous vehicles. To make sure you're fully covered in case of an accident, check with your insurer to ensure that your policy includes coverage for self-driving vehicles.
As insurance companies in Hialeah Florida continue to innovate, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an important role in how they process claims and detect fraud. Here are four ways that AI is being used by insurers based in the Sunshine State:
These are just a few of the ways that artificial intelligence is being used by Florida insurance companies to enhance their claims processing and fraud detection capabilities. With its ability to quickly process large amounts of data, AI has become an invaluable tool for the insurance industry as it looks for new ways to improve efficiency and customer service. By leveraging this technology, companies in the Sunshine State can remain competitive in today's market.
Overall, AI is transforming the insurance industry in Hialeah Florida and helping insurers offer better services to customers while reducing their losses from fraudulent claims. As more businesses start using AI for their claims processing and fraud detection needs, its impact will only become clearer.
Learning to drive can be a daunting experience, but it is an important part of gaining independence. As such, driving education and training are incredibly influential in the car insurance rates people pay in Hialeah Florida. Here are four specific ways driver's ed and training shape car insurance rates in the Sunshine State:
Driver's ed and training are key factors in determining car insurance rates for Hialeah Florida residents. By being familiar with driving laws and building safe habits behind the wheel, drivers can enjoy lower premiums on their car insurance policies that will save them money over time.
Making modifications to your car in Hialeah Florida can have an impact on both the coverage and premiums of your auto insurance policy. Insurance companies base their rates on various factors, such as the make and model of your car, driving history, location, etc., so any changes you make to your vehicle may affect what you pay for insurance. Here are four potential impacts that car modifications could have on auto insurance coverage and premiums in Florida:
In general, any changes you make to a vehicle in Hialeah Florida can potentially impact auto insurance coverage and premiums, so it's important to consider all possible implications before deciding on a modification. Be sure to contact your insurer first for their opinion and advice about how such changes could affect your policy's coverage and cost.
Car insurance rates vary significantly by city due to multiple factors. Cities with high population densities and frequent traffic congestion face a greater risk of accidents and property damage, resulting in higher premiums. The prevalence of auto theft in a city also influences rates, as areas with higher theft rates pose a greater risk to insurers. Repair costs play a role, with cities having higher labor and repair expenses leading to higher premiums. For example, take a look at Auto Insurance in Winter Haven FL vs Auto Insurance in Norfolk VA vs Auto Insurance in North Las Vegas NV vs Auto Insurance in Gilbert AZ vs Auto Insurance in Atlantic City NJ vs Auto Insurance in Barnstable Town MA vs Auto Insurance in Chesapeake VA vs Auto Insurance in Irving TX vs Auto Insurance in Hialeah FL vs Auto Insurance in Garland TX. Also climate and natural disasters contribute as well, with cities prone to severe weather events experiencing increased rates to cover potential vehicle damage. Legal and regulatory factors, including minimum coverage requirements and the prevalence of fraudulent claims, impact insurance costs. The variation in car insurance rates across cities reflects the complex interplay between population density, accident frequency, vehicle theft rates, repair costs, climate, and legal considerations that insurers assess to determine risk levels and adjust premiums accordingly.
When it comes to owning a vehicle in Hialeah Florida, there's no getting around the fact that natural disasters and extreme weather events are an unfortunate reality. From hurricanes to flooding, from tornadoes to hail storms, these events can lead to costly damages that can be challenging for many drivers to pay out-of-pocket. That's why having a comprehensive car insurance policy is so important for drivers in Hialeah FL - not only does it protect your vehicle from regular wear and tear but also offers peace of mind should you face an unexpected event or disaster. Here are five key coverage considerations for obtaining car insurance protection in Hialeah Florida:
By understanding your car insurance options in Florida and making sure you have comprehensive coverage that meets your needs, you can be better prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws your way. With the right protection in place, you'll have peace-of-mind knowing that if disaster strikes, you and your vehicle will be protected.
Vehicle security systems can have a significant impact on car insurance premiums in Florida. Many insurance companies offer discounts for drivers who install these systems, as they are seen as reducing the risk of theft or vandalism. In some cases, a discount of up to 20% may be available. The following are four key impacts that vehicle security systems can have on car insurance premiums in Hialeah Florida:
Traveling is part of the daily life for many Americans, and especially Floridians. From business trips to family vacations, long-distance commuters face a unique set of car insurance implications that may be unfamiliar to those who only drive locally. Here's what you should know if you plan on doing any significant driving in Florida:
By understanding these implications and taking the necessary precautions, long-distance commuters and vacationers can protect themselves from unexpected costs while traveling throughout Hialeah Florida. Be sure to speak with your insurer before any big trips so that you have the peace of mind knowing you're fully covered.
Driving for business purposes in the state of Hialeah Florida can be a tricky situation when it comes to car insurance. With so many different types of policies, it is important to understand what you need and how much coverage you should have. Here are three of the most common policy types that provide adequate protection for those who use their cars for business purposes in Florida:
1) Business Use Auto Insurance Policy - This type of policy provides the widest coverage available and will cover any losses related to your vehicle being used for work-related activities or personal errands while on company time. It typically includes liability, collision, comprehensive, and uninsured motorist coverage. Depending on your needs, additional coverages like rental reimbursement or mechanical breakdown may be added.
2) Commercial Auto Insurance Policy - This policy is tailored to those who own or operate a business, such as an Uber driver or fleet of vehicles used for deliveries, and provides coverage for any vehicle owned by the business. It typically includes liability, collision, comprehensive, uninsured motorist coverage, and in some cases additional coverages like towing/labor and rental reimbursement.
3) Hired & Non-Owned Auto Insurance Policy - This type of policy covers damage and injury caused by your employees while they are using their personal vehicles on company time. It does not cover damage to the employee's vehicle but will provide protection against claims filed against your business if something happens while the employee is working.
Whether you are driving for business purposes in Hialeah Florida or own a business that uses vehicles, it is important to understand your car insurance policy and make sure you have the right coverage. Make sure you speak with an experienced agent who can help guide you through the various options available to ensure you get the protection your business needs.
Car insurance fraud is a major problem in the state of Hialeah Florida, with schemes becoming increasingly sophisticated over time. The state of Florida has seen various types of auto insurance fraud schemes evolve since it started to become an issue in the 1970s. In the early days, individuals would stage car accidents or exaggerate minor damage to their vehicles in order to get higher payouts from insurers. This type of fraud eventually evolved into more elaborate staged accidents and medical treatments being sought for non-existent injuries.
In addition, rental car companies often became targets of fraudulent claims by renters who either failed to report an accident or exaggerated damages incurred while renting a vehicle. In response, many rental companies implemented strict policies regarding reporting any incidents that occur during a rental period.
Another common type of insurance fraud in Hialeah Florida involves vehicle theft and falsely reporting it to insurers. This type of scheme has become more sophisticated over the years, with criminals using stolen vehicles to ship goods illegally or traffic drugs before filing a false claim for reimbursement. In response, many states now require proof of ownership prior to an insurer paying out for a theft claim.
Despite law enforcement efforts to combat these schemes, car insurance fraud is still a major problem in Florida and other parts of the U.S., costing taxpayers billions of dollars each year. It is important for consumers to take steps to protect themselves from fraudulent claims by being aware of potential schemes and taking proactive measures such as researching companies before purchasing auto insurance policies.
As the gig economy continues to grow, delivery drivers and other gig workers in Hialeah FL need to understand their car insurance obligations. Many people are unaware that they may need additional coverage beyond what is typically provided by personal auto policies. Here are four key implications for delivery drivers and gig economy workers in Hialeah Florida:
Delivery drivers and other gig economy workers in Florida need to be aware of the different types of insurance coverage they may need in order to protect themselves and their livelihood. Working with an experienced, knowledgeable insurance provider can help you make sure that you have the right coverage for your needs.
City demographics significantly influence auto insurance rates as insurers consider various factors when assessing risk and setting premiums. Younger drivers in cities with a higher proportion of teenagers may face higher rates due to their increased likelihood of accidents. Historical trends of male drivers being associated with higher risk can impact rates based on gender demographics. For a better idea of this compare Auto Insurance in McKinney TX vs Auto Insurance in Fremont CA vs Auto Insurance in Visalia CA vs Auto Insurance in York PA vs Auto Insurance in Kennewick WA vs Auto Insurance in Evansville IN vs Auto Insurance in Paradise NV vs Auto Insurance in Nashua NH vs Auto Insurance in Arlington VA vs Auto Insurance in Brownsville TX. Also socioeconomic factors play a role, with lower-income areas potentially experiencing higher rates due to uninsured drivers and higher-income areas having more expensive vehicles. Credit scores, occupation, and education can also affect rates, as insurers assess financial risk and driving habits. Cultural factors like ridesharing and public transportation options can influence rates as well. Each insurer may use different factors and weigh them differently, considering additional city-specific elements such as local traffic laws. Ultimately, city demographics shape auto insurance rates as insurers analyze these factors to estimate accident likelihood and associated claims.
The information provided is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, financial, or professional advice. Insurance regulations, policies, and practices can vary over time and across jurisdictions. Therefore, the accuracy, completeness, and applicability of the information provided may be subject to change or human error.


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about 4K disks, modern disk I/O limits (alignment offset, optimal I/O sizes, etc),
and it was all about MBR (DOS) only.
It was impossible to improve the old code by refactoring, so the new version is written from scratch. The new cfdisk is based on on the same code like fdisk, so it shares all the necessary features required for new disks and it supports MBR, GPT, SGI and SUN disk labels. Some features have been removed:
- it does not have a clue about CHS addressing any more
- it's impossible to play any games with disk geometry (use fdisk if you believe that CHS setting makes any sense)
- 'm' command (maximize disk usage of the current partition) is not implemented
- 'p' command and --print command line option are not implemented (use partx or lsblk)
- 'u' (units) command is not implemented, all is based on sectors or real sizes
New features:
- output formatting based on libsmartcols
- tree-like output for MBR extended and logical partitions
- show free space on place where the gap is really located
- colors
- new 's'ort command to reorder partition according to start sectors
- partitions aligned to I/O limits, 1MiB start offset, etc.
- it's still possible to recompile with slang library (although I personallyprefer ncursesw)
For full size screenshots see g+
What next? sfdisk and stable public API fro libfdisk... let's wait for v2.26 :-)


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The LispWorks garbage collector works in unison with the storage allocator to arrange allocated objects in a series of "generations". Each generation contains objects of a particular age. In practice most Lisp data objects are only required for a very short period of time. That is, they are ephemeral. The LispWorks garbage collector concentrates its efforts on repeatedly scanning the most recent generation. Such a scan requires only a fraction of a second and reclaims most of the space allocated since the last collection. Any object in the most recent generation that survives a number of such collections is promoted to the next youngest generation. Eventually this older generation becomes full, and only then is it collected. The generations are numbered from 0 upwards, so that generation 0 is the youngest.
The remainder of this chapter describes the LispWorks garbage collector in more detail. The implementation and the programmatic interface differ between 32-bit and 64-bit LispWorks.


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Olympic Medalist Shawn Johnson Talks About Faith in 'Winning Balance' Memoir
Olympic gold-medal gymnast and "Dancing With the Stars" champion Shawn Johnson talks about growing in her Christian faith and learning to trust in God in her memoir, Winning Balance: What I've Learned So Far About Love, Faith and Living Your Dreams.
In her story of trial and triumph, Johnson reflects on the lessons she's learned at key moments in her life as she shares prayers or verses that have helped her.
One lesson that Johnson learned during the 2008 Beijing Olympics was finding her self-worth outside of the color of her ribbon. When she learned that Olympic teammate Nastia Liukin beat her by six tenths of a point, winning the gold in the women's all-around, Johnson said she felt "confused, happy and upset." But upon reflection, Johnson found that losing the all-around helped her learn that her worth came from God, not a medal.
"God created you in his image; that is where your worth comes from," she wrote.
Speaking in an interview with The Christian Post this week, the 20-year-old explained how her faith grew during that experience.
"I'd say my faith grew during that time because I had to find a reason for everything," Johnson told CP. "You know, if you make one thing too big, as soon as it's taken away from you or something doesn't go as you planned it, instead of being like 'Oh, poor me,' I've found a greater reason for why. It was always: everything happens for a reason under Him. It just kind of helped clarified things and helped me see things a little better."
Johnson said her faith has grown over time. Growing up, Johnson's parents freely spoke to her about God but didn't emphasize weekly church attendance. Sunday was her only day off from the gym so her parents wanted it to be spent with family. But they still taught her to look to Him as a source of comfort and peace through all of life's ups and downs. Her mom always encouraged her to say her prayers every night, and had the famous children's bedtime prayer painted on her wall.
In more recent years, she and her family have been trying to attend Lutheran Church of Hope more regularly. She said she felt that God became more "real" as she and her boyfriend Ryan talked about their faith and as she reflected on the Bible more. She also learned how to trust in God from observing her boyfriend's family deal with his sister's cancer, which later went into remission.
"They were always positive and taught me to leave everything to God, because when we try to manage everything on our own, it's too much for us to handle," said Johnson.
That lesson also became handy when things in her life got tough – and unpredictable. In 2010, she suffered a career-threatening injury after a skiing accident. She attempted a comeback to gymnastics and was overwhelmed as she tried to balance her rehab, training, and commitments to sponsors. During that time, she was reminded to leave everything up to God.
In the conclusion of her book, Johnson had this faith-inspired message for readers:
"Trust that God will walk with you through the hard times. Be grateful for the many ways he is working out all the details of your life so you can make the most of the gifts and opportunities he's given you."
At the time the book was written, Johnson was trying to make the 2012 London Olympics team but she has since announced her retirement from gymnastics. Instead of competing, Johnson will attend this summer's Olympics as a sports commentator. Afterwards, she has plans to go to college.
As she looks to the next chapter of her life, Johnson told CP she looks to her favorite Bible verse from James 4:6, "He gives us even more grace...As the Scriptures say, 'God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble."
The following is the full interview with Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson:
CP: In your book, you talk about love, faith and living your dreams. Can you tell us one life lesson you've learned in each area?
Johnson: I'd say, living your dreams is just about following your heart and having fun and doing what you love. I fell in love with gymnastics when I was three years old. It took me to amazing places.
Faith – that there's nothing more important in your life. You have to have something to fall back on and my faith has been the one constant through everything.
Love – again that's the one constant you need in your life – my family, my friends, everything. I mean, if someone truly loves you, they'll always be there for you.
CP: You also spoke about the trials you experienced during the 2008 Beijing Olympics, from being away from your parents to being a little upset from not winning the Gold medal in the all-around, and how your faith got you through that. Can you speak about how your faith grew during that time?
Johnson: I'd say my faith grew during that time because I had to find a reason for everything. You know, if you make one thing too big, as soon as it's taken away from you or something doesn't go as you planned it, instead of being like "Oh, poor me," I've found a greater reason for why. It was always: everything happens for a reason under Him. It just kind of helped clarified things and helped me see things a little better.
CP: You wrote about finding your identity and self-worth in something other than gymnastics or winning a medal. Can you speak a little more about that?
Johnson: Yea. Throughout the Olympic Games, I learned that your worth and identity isn't solely based on a color of a medal or a score a judge gives you. It's about what's inside. Going outside of gymnastics, I've learned that I'm more than just a gymnast. Up until the games, I thought that I wasn't anything except that. I think it takes a while for people to learn that but I'm glad I did.
CP: From your childhood until now, what are some things that has helped you grow in your relationship with God. You mentioned some in the book. Can you share some with us?
Johnson: A lot of it has just come over time on my own. Traveling so much by myself and not having my family there, it kind of evolved on its own. My friends and a lot of family members around me took me to church and gave me devotions and just kind of led by example, and I followed.
CP: You have said that your parents have been this stable force in your life. What are some lessons they have taught you from being a good person to excelling as an athlete?
Johnson: I'd say one thing my parents always stressed is to be true to who you are. You know, especially, when kids grow up they always try to be someone or be like someone. My parents never wanted that. They wanted me to be unique. They wanted me to be my own person and just follow my heart and be happy. They continue to teach me things on a daily basis.
CP: Your book is titled Winning Balance. I'm assuming it's talking about how to balance things in life like love and faith. What is the "winning balance" that you have found to work for you?
Johnson: You know, it's not like I've found the balance. The book is about finding it and looking for it and trying to live it. Finding a balance between your career, your faith and your love and everything. Just everything in your life.
CP: You recently announced that you're retiring from gymnastics. It must have been hard to come to that decision. What will you do next?
Johnson: I'm not really sure what I'm going to do next yet for the rest of my life. I'll be in London for the entire duration, working, doing commentating work and hosting, working with sponsors, and then going to college afterwards.
CP: Can you share with us a Bible verse that has inspired you as an athlete or has helped you as you look into the next chapter of your life?
Johnson: I have a few but one of my favorites is James 4:6. Simply put, it says God gives grace to those who are humble. So, since 2008, it's always been the verse I've always gone back to.
CP: There are people who are watching, not just young girls but people who have found your story really inspiring. At such a young age, you've been the Olympics, won four medals – one Gold, three Silver – and also you won the "Dancing With the Stars" competition. What would you say to them about following their dreams that would inspire them?
Johnson: Just nothing is impossible. Even when I was little, I believed that I would never make it to the Olympics, that I would never become one of the great success stories. I just loved gymnastics and continue at the recreational level. But if you work hard enough for something and you truly have a passion for it, you could be the next "Dancing With the Stars" winner or Olympic champion.
CP: Well, thanks so much for joining us. We wish you all the best of luck and blessing for the future!
Johnson: Thank you.


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Anonymous defaces BART site, leaks user data
Anonymous logo shows up on Bart.gov and CaliforniaAvoid.org, while user info is also leaked.
Anonymous has apparently made good on a promise to wreak havoc on the Web site of the Bay Area Rapid Transit System today, although not exactly as planned.
Earlier, the amorphous collective had threatened to take Bart.gov offline for six hours today, or twice the amount of time BART managers took cell phone service offline at some BART stations Thursday night in order to head off a planned protest then. The distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack was supposed to begin at noon pacific time, according to a release from Anonymous.
As of 30 minutes past noon, the BART site was still online but running a little slow and with one notable change to the mybart.org Web site, which currently displays the Anonymous logo as seen below.
As screen captures of the defacement began rocketing around Twitter, news came that Anonymous hackers had also accessed and posted online a database of mybart.org with user e-mails and some addresses and phone numbers.
Shortly after the mybart.org defacement, a more elaborate mark was left on californiaavoid.org, a Web site maintained by the California Office of Traffic Safety. The #opBART Facebook page claims the defacements are part of Anonymous' protest effort against BART.
For a brief period, BART posted two news releases on its Web site, one advising customers that its Web site could be attacked and go offline Sunday afternoon, another warning of possible interruptions to train service due to Anonymous' planned peaceful, in-person protest during Monday evening's rush hour. As of this writing, both releases are no longer visible, and BART.gov remains online almost an hour after Anonymous planned to take it down for the remainder of the afternoon.
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Microsoft answers EU antitrust charges
We never done nuffink
Microsoft has formally responded to European Commission concerns about bundling of its web browser Internet Explorer with Windows operating systems.
The original complaint was made by Norwegian browser maker Opera. It accused Microsoft of leveraging its desktop monopoly to distribute the browser and of ignoring web standards. Because of its large market share web developers were encouraged to optimise their sites for IE - to the disadvantage of other browser makers which did follow web standards.
The Directorate General for Competition issued a Statement of Objections to Microsoft in January. Its prelimary findings were that linking IE and Windows "harms competition between web browsers, undermines product innovation and ultimately reduces consumer choice".
Microsoft's next big release - Windows 7 - will come with a toggle to switch off IE8. It also promised that its next browser will do a better job of following web standards.
There's no official line from Microsoft yet, but we'll update when we get it. According to AFP Microsoft has asked the Commission for a hearing into the issue.
The EC and Microsoft have clashed before - over abusing its dominant desktop position and digital rights management. ®


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Remember Lot's Wife
This is one of the shortest verses in the Bible: Luke 17:32 "Remember Lot's wife".
It is also a very strange verse in that we would normally be encouraged to remember people who achieved greatness or did great exploits for God. But Lot's wife never did anything great. In fact, we know nothing about her and do not read anything about her until she turned around to look at Sodom burning. We don't even know her name – she is just "Lot's wife".
Luke tells us to remember her in the context of the warnings about the soon and sudden return of the Lord. Luke also draws a number of parallels between the time of Lot and the time when the Lord will return. He speaks about the fact that people will be going about their daily living and will be oblivious to the fact that sudden destruction is about to come upon them. He then warns about the danger of turning back like Lot's wife did.
So, I came to wonder about this woman. Who was she and what was so bad about her that the Lord would use her as such a negative example for all eternity?
We read in Genesis 13 that Lot moved ever closer towards Sodom until he lived inside that evil city. Genesis 19:1 records that he was sitting in the gate of the city. This seems to infer that he was serving on the city council of that terrible place. Yet, Peter says: "…righteous Lot, who was oppressed by the filthy conduct of the wicked (for that righteous man, dwelling among them, tormented his righteous soul from day to day by seeing and hearing their lawless deeds)" (2Peter 2:7). There appears to be a contradiction in that Lot chose to move towards the city, eventually living in it, while he is vexed by their wickedness. So why did he not just move out? And why did he move there in the first place? Maybe the answer lies with his wife. Maybe it was she who craved the city lights and maybe it was because of her and in spite of his personal misgivings, that Lot lived in Sodom.
That would certainly explain the powerful hold the city had over her to the extent that she could not let go of it, even though the angels had physically removed her from the place. The angels specifically commanded them "Escape for your life! Do not look behind you…" (Genesis 19:17). "But his wife looked back behind him" (Genesis 19:26). She could not let go of the pleasures, comfort and excitement of the evil city and even though her body had been dragged out of Sodom, her heart remained there and she looked back with longing and desire.
Many years later the children of Israel would do the same thing: They would constantly look back at Egypt and desire the things that they had left behind (Numbers 11:5, 14:3,4). They had clearly forgotten the lesson of Lot's wife and like her, had become ungrateful for the Lord's salvation and rather wanted the carnal pleasures of their former home.
So, in the New Testament, we are urged to remember Lot's wife and not to look back towards that from which we have been saved. But it remains an unfortunate human trait to want to return to the things we have been saved from. This is because our minds tend to forget the bad things and to only remember the good of our former lives. The Israelites could not remember the whips of the slave drivers and only remembered the fish, leeks, garlic and onions that they ate in Egypt. Likewise, we often forget the guilt, shame, bondage and frustrations of our lives before Christ and we only remember the passing pleasures of sin.
Lot's wife did not actually turn back, she just looked back but that was so serious in God's eyes that He killed her instantly and turned her into a pillar of salt. Sometimes we feel that looking back (with longing) is not so serious, as long as we don't actually turn back. However to the Lord, looking back is very very bad. The reason is because even though we continue to walk in the right direction, our hearts are still back in the world and in so-doing we contaminate everyone else around us with our lack of commitment. It was a small minority amongst the people of Israel who were ungrateful for the Lord's provision and deliverance and they infected the rest of the people until all Israel were grumbling against the Lord (Numbers 11:4-5). In the same way a small group who are not committed can discourage a whole church or group of believers.
Jesus said: "No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God" (Luke 9:62). That's a very strong statement but confirms God's judgment of Lot's wife. There is simply no room amongst the Lord's people for those who are constantly complaining and longing for the former days. In South Africa, immigrants from a particular country are called "whenwe"s because one of the phrases they use most frequently is "when we… were back in the old country". Spiritual whenwe's may not often speak about their former life, but they certainly think about it often enough. God says "if anyone draws back, My soul has no pleasure in him. But we are not of those who draw back to perdition, but of those who believe to the saving of the soul" Hebrews 10:38.
Jesus stands in stark contrast to Lot's wife. Having left His glory and having been born as a man, He certainly had much to look back to. Yet, He set His face steadfastly, and unflinchingly towards Jerusalem and the cross (Isaiah 50:7; Luke 9:51). Paul showed the same determination to complete his work and to fulfill every aspect of his call, no matter how high the cost. So, let's stop thinking about how good it was in the world and how hard it is to serve the Lord. Let's fix our eyes on the hope set before us, forget that which is behind and lets press towards the mark for the high call of God in Christ Jesus (Philippians 3:13-14).
Remember Lot's wife.
"For if, after they have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, they are again entangled in them and overcome, the latter end is worse for them than the beginning. For it would have been better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than having known [it], to turn from the holy commandment delivered to them. But it has happened to them according to the true proverb: "A dog returns to his own vomit," and, "a sow, having washed, to her wallowing in the mire" (2Peter 2:20-22).


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Sorry pizzanapoletana,I actually got mine from a baker in dublin, and a very successful one at that. If your starting out, and you want a workhorse, you should get one, and put the remainder of your energy in to the toppings. I'd like to know what you would suggest otherwise? I'm not having a go, but when you set up a joint, you want something to do the major dog work, so that you can focus on the other stuff.look forward to hearing from you.
If you actually worked in a pizza shop you could defend your position. BleedinMassive actually works in a pizza shop and mixes dough in a planatery mixer and does well AND makes sense. Two things you do not. Or tell us where your pizza shop is located?
I'm making new York style pizzas, they are between 22 - 24 inches in diameter, selling them as slices,You'd swear i was putting heroin on them - the punters just keep coming back, which is great. There is only two of us running the place, i do all prep and all cooking. Other guy does front of house.
Hi there, i've just opened a place in dublin. I would advise you not to go pre made, not even to buy your dough in, what you need to do (starting out) is to keep your costs to a complete minimum. Buy yourself a planetry mixer, at a catering auction, hilditchauctions.co.uk (i think), you'll get one there for cheap as chips. Get yourself a 40ltr Hobart, (workhorse) and experiment with the dough receipes on this site. this is what i did. Only operating a few days, and the punters love it!best of luck


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Onion juice for hair growth is quite old folk remedies that reached its popularity among women. Losing 50 hairs every day is a natural thing but for certain reasons those numbers may go beyond normal levels. Strict diets, hormonal imbalances or even heredity may contribute much to excessive hair fall.
Many natural remedies are capable of fighting with hair problems and inducing proper hair stimulation. But the most popular remedy is still an onion. Even our grandmothers used to apply onion juice on hair, enhancing metabolic process in deep layers and increasing hair growth.
Dream of growing long and healthy hair turns into reality with following recipes and advice.
Benefits & Effects of Onion Juice for Hair
Onion – a useful vegetable thought to have been used as a food source for millennia. It also used for human rehabilitation in various herbal practices. Allium cepa L. (aka the bulb onion), is the most cultivated species of the genus Allium, which has medicinal properties. It helps the body fight infectious diseases and means to strengthen the immune system. Onion is rich in various vitamins and minerals. Folic acid and citric acid, carotene, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, zinc – this list of nutrients is not complete. Besides, onions juice contains vitamins C, E, and B vitamins.
Hence, hair products based on onion juice, nourishes the follicles, improves blood circulation, and can prevent excessive hair loss. Thus, onion helps hair growth, reduces premature hair graying and may abate dandruff due to bactericidal effect.
In a study published in Journal of Dermatology ("Onion Juice (Allium cepa L.), A New Topical Treatment for Alopecia Areata" by Khalifa E, June 2002), has been proved effectiveness of onion extract on alopecia, better known as hair loss.
Alopecia areata is a patchy, non-scarring hair loss condition. Any hair-bearing surface may be involved, and different modalities of treatment have been used to induce hair re-growth. The study checked the effectiveness of topical crude onion juice in the treatment of patchy alopecia areata in comparison with tap water as placebo. The patients were divided into two groups. The first group (onion-juice treated) consisted of 23 patients, the second group (control) consisted of 15 patients.
The two groups were advised to apply the treatment twice daily for two months. Regrowth of terminal coarse hairs started after two weeks of treatment with crude onion juice. At four weeks, hair re-growth was seen in 17 patients (73.9%), and, at six weeks, the hair re-growth was observed in 20 patients (86.9%) and was significantly higher among males (93.7%) compared to females (71.4%).
Placebo group showed nearly no changes in hair re-growth at 8 weeks of treatment. As a result, the author of study showed that the use of crude onion juice gave significantly high result in restoring healthy hair condition and succeeded to stop patchy alopecia.
All in all onion juice application on hair and scalp, in some cases may help to eliminate several issues:
- Weakened hair
- Partial balding, rare hair
- Dandruff
- Excessively oily or dry tresses
- Slow hair growth
- Faded natural color
- Damaged hair (after coloring process, perm)
Don't expect positive results after first application. Be ready that it will take several weeks before you will see changes in hair. This is a natural remedy and isn't loaded with harsh, lab-created chemicals. It implies that natural treatment works by delivering all organic components to deeper layers of scalp. But to get optimal results of its activity, you might repeat the procedure regularly up to eight weeks.
Onion Juice Benefits for Grey Hair
Nowadays herbal medicines suggest using onion juice in pure form or in combination with other organic ingredients as a remedy for grey hair and excessive hair loss. In 16th century well-known herbalist, John Gerard pointed out that onion juice applied upon bald patches can help regrow hair. He wrote: "The juyce of onions anointed upon a bald head in the sun bringeth the hair again very speedily". Since those times, onion is used in hair care and has positive feedback.
Due to the content of enzyme Catalase onion has always been an effective remedy for premature grey hair prevention. Research has shown that grey hair is provoked by a build up of Hydrogen Peroxide and a decrease of natural antioxidant Catalase. When a build up of Hydrogen Peroxide appears at the hair follicles, it becomes a reason of oxidative stress and results in greying and thinning of hair.
How Does Onion Help in Hair Growth?
In the fifteenth century, the Ayurveda or the herbalists praised onion in different scriptures or in various discourses. They used to emphasize that onion extraction is very effective for restoration of thickness and color of the gray hair.
Onion perfectly cares for the hair, not only reinforcing the hair roots, but also promoting their active saturation with all the nutrients that are abundant in onions.
Medicinal properties of onion are provided with certain compounds and elements.
- Organic acids (lemon and apple acid) help repair damaged cells.
- Potassium hydrates scalp.
- Ascorbic acid – makes the blood run faster, thereby increasing the amount of oxygen delivered by the blood to the hair follicles – so it improves cellular respiration, activated once stilled or disturbed metabolism. Rise collagen production, responsible for the elasticity of hair structure.
- Biotin treats damaged hair; improves the condition of dull and brittle hair, preventing split ends.
- Niacin strengthens hair follicles.
- Trace elements act as building material for the structure of the hair and scalp cells (calcium, potassium, iron, phosphorus, iodine, sulfur). Deficiency of these nutrients leads to serious problems with health.
- Essential oils – possess anti-microbial, antiseptic and germicidal effect.
- Phytoncide – biologically active elements with germicidal properties. Helps prevent seborrhea and dandruff.
- Glycoside – organic compounds which enhance blood circulation and provide hair follicles with oxygen.
- Quercetin (vitamin P) – possesses anti-inflammatory effect, strong antioxidant.
Is Sulfur Good for Hair?
Onions are rich in sulfur known as "beauty mineral". Dermatological studies show that sulfur is important for hair as referred to one of the building substance of it. Our hair consists of keratin – durable protein high in sulfur. To provide hair with shape, health and elasticity, keratin is essential. Moreover, scientific reports proving sulfur effectiveness for hair growth. As we know, life cycle of hair is divided into 3 stages: growing, resting and shedding. Sulfur helps to prolong the phase of growing, thus, saving the hair length. In the last, sulfur therapy is good for eliminating symptoms of psoriasis, dandruff and eczema.
As we see, onion cares for the hair. Not only reinforcing the follicles but also promoting hair active saturation with nutrients that are abundant in onions.
But the action mechanism of crude onion juice in the treatment of alopecia areata is difficult to explain. Scientific reports show that onion extract can inhibit skin allergic reactions, suggesting that onion juice may induce an immunological reaction (as a mild form of dermatitis) which leads to hair re-growth stimulation through antigenic competition.
So, complex working on the damaged follicles, onion juice for hair growth can be an ideal tool for regular use.
Contraindications in Using Onion Mask for Hair
Any person who decides to use onion mask might have a question whether this natural remedy will cause a serious side effect. It is important to take into account particular situations under which onion masks should be applied with caution:
- Individual intolerance: onion can induce allergic contact dermatitis in some individuals. If your case – avoid using onion mask.
- Irritation or inflammation of scalp: onions belong to the genus Allium. They are rich in sulfur and phenolic compounds known to be skin irritants. In more serious cases onion may cause an irritant contact dermatitis.
- Increased sensitivity: application of onion mask on the tender skin may cause flaking, itching or strong burning sensation.
Before applying any mask, first you need to test it on a small area of skin arm. Since possible for this combination of products or a single part to provoke strong allergic reaction. If you feel a burning sensation and excessive scratching, keep away from using onion juice on scalp.
How to Use Onion Juice for Hair Regrowth?
The absence of absolute contraindications allows using onion masks for any hair without exception.
Common question is: how often to use onion juice for hair loss? Onion mixture is suitable for everyday use. Forty procedures (course of applying onion mask within 2-3 months) give stable results in a short time. For prevention, onion applications every week are possible.
After the stipulated period, you might get thicker and longer hair. If no such result achieved, then you probably will have healthy scalp due to anti-oxidant benefits of onion juice. Remember, onion hair treatment is no wasting time!
Our grandmothers worked out particular recommendations to use onion masks in a proper way:
- Apply onion mask on scalp preventing it from getting on hair. But still recipes imply usage of onion on the whole hair length.
- There is no need to wash hair before applying onion. The reason is a natural oily film on the scalp which reduces all possible aggressive exposure of mask components.
- Cover head with shower cap and towel after application to make onion masks more effective. Enhanced warmth provides better penetration of nutrients into scalp.
- Leaving mask on the head for 30-60 minutes is enough. In case of skin irritation and itching better wash away the blend.
- Rinse hair with lukewarm or cool water. If necessary use organic shampoo.
Duration of mask application depends upon its ingredients and particular hair type.
How to Make Onion Juice Right. The Basics
Preparing onion juice is a piece of cake. Enough amounts of onion, fine grater, sieve cloth, some physical work and you have fresh liquid for your beauty procedures.
First, peel one or two onion bulbs. Wash them properly, dry with paper towel. Take some precaution: all process with onion will affect your eyes and make your tears come up.
If you use a grater, don't cut the onion into pieces. Keep bulbs dry; otherwise, pieces will slip out from hands and grating will turn into a nightmare.
Grate onion using the fine side of the grater. Place a bowl under the grater and collect the onion pulp and juice.
When you have enough grated mixture, it's time to separate the juice from the pulp through the strainer.
Take several layers of cheese cloths and put onion pulp in the center.
Grab the ends of cheese cloths and squeeze the pulp to drain out the juice. Make sure there are no onion chunks in liquid, only pure juice, otherwise, it will leave a strong smell in your hair.
You can prepare onion juice and keep it in the fridge. Maximum shelf life is 2-3 days, after that you need to prepare another fresh portion.
Blender or juicer also do work great.
Use of Onion Juice for Hair: Recipes & Benefits
Onion components are able to deeply nourish hair cuticles. Additionally with organic ingredients such as coconut oil and raw honey the hair mask makes strands smooth and shiny.
Plain Onion Juice Mask for Hair Straightening
What You Need:
- Pure onion juice
- Castor oil (in case of dry hair)
How To Use:
- Prepare basic onion juice.
- Take a cotton ball and dip it into the resulting mixture and apply on hair roots.
- Cover head with plastic bag and leave it on for 30 minutes (for dry hair). In case of normal or oily hair, leave mask for 1 hour.
Why we use castor oil? Castor oil has nourishing properties and gives hair a healthy look.
Onion & Yeast Hair Mask
What You Need:
- Onion juice
- Yeast 1 tbsp
- Castor Oil
- Hot water 2 tbsp
How To Use:
- Prepare basic onion juice.
- Add other ingredients and mix well.
- Let the mask sit for 10 minutes in warm place.
- Gently rub the blend into scalp and place a shower cap on.
- After one hour wash it off with lukewarm water using shampoo.
Onion & Lemon Hair Mask
What You Need:
- Onion juice
- Fresh lemon juice
- Carrot juice
- Yeast 1 tbsp
- Hot water 2 tbsp
How To Use:
- Prepare basic onion juice.
- Mix vegetable juices in equal parts, add oils and other components.
- Let the mask sit for 10 minutes in warm place.
- Apply the blend on hair roots with gentle circular movements and leave it on for 1 hour.
- To wash it off use any organic shampoo.
Onion Mask for Hair Growth. Dry and Normal Hair
What You Need:
- Onion juice
- Raw honey 1 tbsp
- Yogurt 2-3 tbsp
- Sour cream 1 tbsp
- Base oil (olive, almond, castor or burdock oil) 1 tbsp
How To Use:
- Prepare basic onion juice.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly and rub into the scalp.
- Leave the mask on for 40-60 minutes and wash it off with shampoo.
- Apply 1-2 times a week for better results.
Onion Juice & Honey Mask
What You Need:
- Onion juice
- Raw honey 2 tbsp
- Castor oil 1 tbsp
How To Use:
- Prepare basic onion juice.
- Mix all ingredients until you get a smooth mass.
- Apply on damp hair either before shampooing or after and rub gently into scalp.
- Put a shower cap on and leave the mask on head for one hour.
- Wash off with your favorite shampoo and let it dry naturally.
Onion Juice & Garlic Hair Loss Remedy
What You Need:
- Onion juice
- Garlic 4-5 cloves
- Brandy 2 tbsp
- 1 egg yolk
How To Use:
- Prepare basic onion juice
- Grate garlic cloves into a mass and add other ingredients.
- Mix well and apply the mask on scalp with circular movements using only fingertips.
- Leave the mixture on for 30 minutes and then wash off with lukewarm water.
Garlic mixed with onion works great. Two vegetables stimulate blood flow to the scalp, nourishing the hair, and encouraging hair to grow and strengthen. It is an effective natural remedy for weakened hair. Garlic juice removes harmful toxins and prevents excessive hair loss. If you have dry hair or itchy scalp (provoked by dandruff), garlic extract applied on the scalp will give you relief from nasty symptoms.
Onion Juice & Sea Salt for Growing Hair
What You Need:
- Onion juice
- Sea salt 1 tbsp
- Brandy 1 tbsp
- Honey 2 tbsp
How To Use:
- Prepare basic onion juice
- Add other ingredients, make sure sea salt grains dissolve in the mass. Or you can dissolve salt in small amount of hot water before mixing mask ingredients.
- Massage the hair solution into your scalp or cover the bald patches.
- Leave on for at least 15 minutes (longer, if you can tolerate the smell and don't have strong burning sensation).
- Wash out using an organic shampoo.
There are also other inspiring recipes with sea salt as a base component for hair regrowth. Read & learn more in my special post – Salt Scrub for Scalp. Treatment and Fast Hair Growth
Onion Juice Mask for Baldness
What You Need:
- Onion juice
- Lemon juice 3 tbsp
- 1 egg yolk
- Honey 2 tbsp
How To Use:
- In a bowl, mix equal parts of lemon juice and onion.
- Combine with other ingredients and massage into the scalp. If you have bald patches, make the mixture a bit thicker by adding honey or glycerin.
- Wrap your head with warm towel and leave it on for one hour.
- Afterwards, wash your hair with shampoo.
This onion mask helps keep the scalp clean and hair roots unclogged due to its antifungal and antimicrobial benefits. It is a common knowledge that main reason for baldness is genetic sensitivity to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Research proved that onions provide hair roots with necessary nutrients which have been blocked by DHT. Vitamin deficiency from the unhealthy or strict diet is another reason of baldness.
Onion & Brandy Extract for Alopecia
What You Need:
- 1 onion
- Brandy or Cognac 50 ml
How To Use:
- Chop the onion into small pieces; don't smashed into gruel
- Take glass jar with tight lid and place the chopped onions. Add brandy. Left concoction overnight.
- Next day take out the onion, strain the mixture, and use it on your scalp.
- Rinse with shampoo and warm water.
When To Use:
This treatment should be used once a week.
Caution: The alcohol can dry out your hair. Therefore, don't apply this potion more than once a week.
Onion-Brandy mask is for the people who want to use onion without getting the smell from it.
Onion Juice with Coconut oil for Hair
What You Need:
- Onion juice 1 tbsp
- Coconut oil 2 tbsp
- A few drops of an essential oil of your choice (optional)
How To Use:
- Mix the onion juice with the coconut oil.
- Add the essential oil to the concoction. This step is optional but essential oils help mask the strong odor of the onion.
- Apply mask on the hair strands avoiding the scalp. Keep for 1 hour.
- Rinse off with a mild shampoo and warm water.
Onion Peel Decoction for Graying Hair
What You Need:
- Onion peel
- Clear water – 300 ml
- Birch leaves (optional)
How To Use:
- Simmer a handful of onion peels in water for 10 minutes.
- Strain and cool onion decoction.
- Rub gently the resulting liquid into scalp and massage for 5 minutes.
- Rinse hair with cool water.
Apply the onion peel mask 2-3 times a week. It is a natural remedy for seborrhea – using onion peels brew will keep your hair dandruff free, healthy and thick.For better results you may add 1 tablespoon of birch leaves to onion peels.
Onion Peel Mask to Cure Graying Hair
What You Need:
- Onion peel
- Clear water – 300 ml
- Oak leaves or oak bark – 1 tablespoon
How To Use:
- Combine onion peels with oak leaves together, pour with clean water and bring it to a boil.
- Simmer the liquid for one hour.
- Let the mixture cool down and pour it into small bottle.
- Use herbal decoction to rub into scalp for 2-3 weeks.
- Keep the liquid in the fridge and make it warm before application.
The onion mask is perfect for alopecia treatment and strengthening hair.
Tips for Onion Treatment
Onion juice application on skin has shown inspiring results, but the odor may prevent many people from using this approach to fighting hair fall. To eliminate odor follow advice:
- Wash your hair with cool or lukewarm water as hot water increase the smell.
- Rinse hair using infusions of herbs (chamomile, burdock, nettle), a solution of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar.
- Add lemon juice or banana puree into onion mask.
- To get rid of the odor, you can add essential oils of rosemary, tea tree oil, lavender, ylang-ylang or orange into the mixture. Few drops will be enough.
- If you still feel onion smell after washing off the mask, then rinse your hair with apple vinegar diluted with water (in proportion 1:2) or citrus juice – orange, lemon or grapefruit 2 tablespoons for 1 liter of clean water.
- After removing onion mask from hair, use parsley decoction to rinse your hair.
- Remember to filter onion juice before usage because onion chunks left on hair will add odor.
- Follow certain rules in onion mask application: if recipe allows usage of onion on the hair length – then leave the mixture on hair. If exist a recommendation to apply the mask on scalp only then massage the blend into hair roots.
To summarize, products in the list below effectively prevent and diminish onion smell. Find suitable for you variant and use it to make onion treatment pleasant:
- Banana pulp
- Essential oils
- Rosemary
- Tea Tree
- Lavender
- Ylang-Ylang
- Orange
- Lemon, grapefruit
- Cedar
- Citrus juice
- Orange
- Lemon
- Coffee (as a mask)
- Kefir or yogurt
- Apple vinegar
- Herbs infusions
- Chamomile
- Burdock
- Parsley
- Nettle
Onion smell remains longer in hair with porous structure. Accordingly, women with curly or red hair must be very careful in application of onion mask. Dyed hair keeps onion smell for long time as well.
Anyway, if onion smell still frightens you, then try another approach in hair treatment – Hair Mask with Brandy or Sea Salt Masks
Onion Mask Hair Growth. Before and After
And another onion treatment session:
Review and Opinion. Success Stories of Hair Regrowth with Onion
Lynette Mcdonald, 32
For my whole life, I tried different ways and methods to enhance hair growth and improve its structure. I can say with probity, nothing helped so much as onion mask. For the past year, I've been growing my hair longer and cutting off split ends sometimes. I used to apply onion masks for 2 weeks but results really shocked me! My favorite recipe is the following: 2 tablespoons of olive oil, juice from 1 onion bulb, 10 drops of rosemary and cinnamon oil both.
I use a syringe without a needle to apply the blend on hair roots (it is a convenient way) and rub it into scalp. To get rid of onion smell, I rinse my hair with vinegar or lemon juice solution (2 tablespoons per 1 liter of water). The smell disappears completely after second washing. Sometimes I prefer to apply yogurt mask on hair – then my hair doesn't have onion odor at all! A long time ago my hair growth speed was about 1 cm per month, now it is already 2 cm. I feel happy!
Nicole, 26
To be honest, during the first week I applied onion mask on hair regularly driven with curiosity. To prepare homemade remedy I used 2-3 onion bulbs and grated them into a paste. After that, I squeezed juice and rubbed it into hair roots. Sometimes I added some drops of any essential oil. But in most cases I applied only pure onion juice and place a shower cap on wrapping head with a warm towel. I let the mask sit on hair for 1-1.5 hour. Next, I rubbed colorless henna mixture into hair – and another hour to let my hair sit in the blend. What was more surprising for me is that after 2 weeks I measured the length of my hair and found out it grew up to 5 cm! I decided to continue this experiment with regular onion application.
Whether the onion mask contributed much to hair growth or not – the answer to this question is expected. As for hair strengthening, I didn't notice any changes. My personal experience proved that for that purpose garlic mask is more effective.
I suggest those who wish to grow longer hair should use onion mask – really worth trying! Don't feel embarrassed about onion odor, odor vanishes by simple trick – apply colorless henna on hair and let it sit for 30 minutes or longer. Girls, don't be lazy, try onion juice to make your hair healthy!
Charlotte Doyle, 19
I applied onion mask on hair several times (onion paste + burdock oil and egg yolk). I cannot say anything about hair growth improvement but they became stronger significantly. As for onion odor, well, it remains in my hair till the next washing. Frankly, no one feels that smell except me. Seems, it depends on hair structure.
Kate D, 20
This is my 17th onion mask to apply on hair. I do this procedure every day except weekends. For two weeks my hair is 2 cm longer, they are so lustrous and soft! At the beginning of my experiments with onion masks smell bothered me a lot.
I worked out certain rules to apply onion mask in the proper way: first, I add enough honey to dilute onion juice and few drops of lemon essential oil and rub the blend into hair roots leaving it on for one hour or even longer. Wash it off without using shampoo but applying henna combined with coffee on damp hair. Let it sit for 10 minutes and then wash it off again. Cleansing hair with shampoo at this stage is unnecessary – henna makes hair fresh enough. Even if you still feel that onion smell in hair, then add few drops of orange essential oil on comb and detangle your hair with it.
Janice Fuller, 29
I used to apply onion mask every day within two months. I noticed none changes in hair growth but as for new hair regrowth – that was too obvious. Tiny short hairs covered my head. Onion smell was disgusting!
I have dyed blonde hair so it penetrated that smell easily. Guess, it remained in my hair for 3 months, but anyway wasn't too strong. Also heard that henna may help to get rid of it – for me, I don't know why that trick didn't work.
Sherry, 20
For me, only one application of onion juice on my hair was enough to leave pesky smell for the whole week! I regret much as couldn't remove onion odor so easily. Instead of that, I decided to use mustard hair mask which I consider the most effective one.
My recipe is like this: combine all ingredients – 1 tablespoon of mustard powder, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 2 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon of hot water and 1 tablespoon of olive oil – stir them well. Apply the resulting mixture on the scalp and leave it on for 20 minutes. If you can endure burning sensation – you can prolong time but be careful with that. Anyway, feeling "hot" on the scalp is quite a normal, it means that blood circulation is enhanced and thus, it will improve hair growth. Repeat the procedure three times a week to notice amazing changes of your hair!
Felicia S., 22
I do onion mask in the following way: I mash 2 onion bulbs with a blender and add 1 tablespoon of honey and stir together. Apply the resulting mixture on the scalp and cover my head with plastic cap and a warm towel on it. Leave the mask on for 1 hour and wash away with my organic shampoo.
The result was stunning: after third application, I solved the problem of excessive hair loss. Recently I try to repeat procedure more often – almost every day. I like to add other ingredients to the mixture like banana, egg yolk or avocado. I enjoy the way my hair looks after onion mask – thicker and stronger, for sure. For the past month, my hair changed significantly, they used to be thin and weakened but now they are so shiny and grow faster. Even my friends noticed that. As for onion odor, I don't feel it. After first application it was noticeable but in the following procedures, it disappears quickly.
Ebony, 35
I applied onion on hair more than 10 times and already stopped using mask a month ago. Smell! … it remains in my hair and becomes stronger once my hair gets wet. After several applications onion helped to prevent hair fall and, seems, promoted faster hair growth. Nevertheless, this natural remedy has its disadvantages: first, smell will cover your hair and stay for long time. You may have wonderful effect on hair but effect lasts as long as you use onion on hair. My advice to get rid of onion odor is to rinse hair with vinegar solution – it really works! Bed smell not a problem. Even my boyfriend doesn't mind I smell onion because he knows everything I do for my hair is to make them healthy and even more beautiful.
Muriel H, 27
In my childhood, I used to have rare hair with bald patches. My parents consulted most dermatologists but none of them could help. Those times I visited my grandma regularly and once she applied onion mask on scalp, she did that procedure almost every day replacing it with garlic sometimes. Bald patches disappeared and that fact made all my relatives wonder how it happened so. Now I cannot say that my hair is super heavy and shiny (during adolescence I dyed it several times, my fault). Undoubtedly true, onion really works! I used to apply pure onion juice on scalp and leave it on for 1 hour.
Blanche Gonzales, 66
I'm 66. Hair dyed and weakened. Hair loss is my permanent problem, annoyed me very much. So I decided to go bald. At the same time applied onion masks every day. So, what I can say about results – they shocked me! After 5 weeks I have hair 2.5 cm long. They look much stronger and thicker.
- K. E. Sharquie and H. K. Al-Obaidi, "Onion juice (Allium cepa L.), a new topical treatment for alopecia areata", The Journal of Dermatology, vol. 29, no. 6, pp. 343–346, 2002.
- Dorsch W, Ring J, "Suppression of immediate and late anti-IgE induced skin reactions by topically applied alcohol/onion extract", Allergy, 1984
- Happle R, "Antigenic competition as a therapeutic concept for alopecia areata", Arch Dermatol Res, 1980
- Middleton E, "The flavonoids trends in pharmacological sciences (TIPS)", 1984


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Jerusalem, Nov. 29, 2012 – If you think that you can judge by examining someone's facial expressions if he has just hit the jackpot in the lottery or lost everything in the stock market -- think again. Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and at New York University and Princeton University have discovered that -- despite what leading theoretical models and conventional wisdom might indicate -- it just doesn't work that way.
Rather, they found that body language provides a better cue in trying to judge whether an observed subject has undergone strong positive or negative experiences.
In a study published this week in the journal Science, the researchers present data showing that viewers in test groups were baffled when shown photographs of people who were undergoing real-life, highly intense positive and negative experiences. When the viewers were asked to judge the emotional valences of the faces they were shown (that is, the positivity or negativity of the faces), their guesses fell within the realm of chance.
The study was led by Dr. Hillel Aviezer of the Psychology Department of the Hebrew University, together with Dr. Yaacov Trope of New York University and Dr. Alexander Todorov of Princeton University.
In setting out to test the perception of highly intense faces, the researchers presented test groups with photos of dozens of highly intense facial expressions in a variety of real-life emotional situations. For example, in one study they compared emotional expressions of professional tennis players winning or losing a point. These pictures are ideal because the stakes in such games are extremely high from an economic and prestige perspective.
To pinpoint how people recognize such images, Aviezer and his colleagues showed different versions of the pictures to three groups of participants: 1) the full picture with the face and body; 2) the body with the face removed; and 3) the face with the body removed. Remarkably, participants could easily tell apart the losers from winners when they rated the full picture or the body alone, but they were at chance level when rating the face alone.
Ironically, the participants who viewed the full image (face and body) were convinced that it was the face that revealed the emotional impact, not the body. The authors named this effect "illusory valence," reflecting the fact that participants said they saw clear valence (that is, either positive or negative emotion) in what was objectively a non-diagnostic face.
In an additional study, Aviezer and his collaborators asked viewers to examine a more broad range of real-life intense faces. These included intense positive situations, such as joy (seeing one's house after a lavish makeover), pleasure (experiencing an orgasm), and victory (winning a critical tennis point), as well as negative situations, such as grief (reacting at a funeral), pain (undergoing a nipple/naval piercing), and defeat (losing a critical tennis point).
Again, viewers were unable to tell apart the faces occurring in positive vs. negative situations. To further demonstrate how ambiguous these intense faces are, the researchers "planted" faces on bodies expressing positive or negative emotion. Sure enough, the emotional valence of the same face on different bodies was determined by the body, flipping from positive to negative depending on the body with which they appeared.
"These results show that when emotions become extremely intense, the difference between positive and negative facial expression blurs," says Aviezer. "The findings, challenge classic behavioral models in neuroscience, social psychology and economics, in which the distinct poles of positive and negative valence do not converge."
Aviezer adds: "From a practical-clinical perspective, the results may help researchers understand how body/face expressions interact during emotional situations. For example, individuals with autism may fail to recognize facial expressions, but perhaps if trained to process important body cues, their performance may significantly improve."


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I have fond memories of teenage slumber parties at the age where at least one of my friends could finally drive. Driving was important to us girls at our parties, because innevitably (at midnight) we would decide that our party was ill-prepared, and we needed to make some Puppy Chow, aka Muddy Buddies. Off we would go to the 24-hour grocery store where each of us would buy an ingredient, and then we would rush home and put together the chocolate-peanut-buttery deliciousness and munch away while talking about boys, independance, and what life had in store for us.
These days we have less sleep-overs, but still crave the sweet and crunchy treat from our childhood. When I saw this new version of Puppy Chow, I knew I had to make my own adaptation to share with my now grown-up friends during a weekend stay at Catherine's new home. Chocolate, almond-butter, and coconut all coating a crunchy cereal- sounds like the best way to enjoy a sweet snack inspired by a favorite candy bar of mine- the Almond Joy. (And now I have the old commercial jingle stuck in my head!)
- 9 C Corn Chex
- 2 C Almonds
- 2 C Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 3/4 C almond Butter
- 1 t Vanilla Extract
- 2 C Powdered Sugar
- 2 C Shredded Sweetened Coconut
Set aside 1/4 C of shredded coconut, and in a food processor (or coffee grinder), mix together the powdered sugar and shredded coconut until is becomes a fine powder. Then, add the reserved shredded coconut, mixing with your hands to ensure there are no clumps.
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the almond butter and chocolate chips for 1 minute on high. Stir until completely melted and add your vanilla extract to the creamy mixture. In a large bowl (preferably one that has an optional lid), pour the warm mixture overtop of the Corn Chex and almonds. Gently fold together- impatience here causing the cereal to break, so take your time! Now add the powdered sugar and coconut mixture, again gently folding in, just to make sure the powdered sugar is not stuck all in one place- don't try to completely coat the cereal just yet!
Now is where your bowl's lid comes in handy*. Place the lid securely over the bowl, and shake the cereal like a samba dancer. When you remove the lid, make sure the cereal is evenly coated. If you need to add more powdered sugar, go ahead and add it now. Once your cereal is coated desirably, pop the bowl in the freezer or refrigerator and chill until ready to serve.
*If you do not have a large bowl with a lid, the cereal and powdered sugar mixtures can be divided and placed into large freezer bags, shaken, and chilled in the bags until ready to serve.