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|All the managerial heavyweights were interested
manager and staff in place, shiny new kit, exotic new players arriving from far-off locations and a sizeable new challenge staring them square in the chops. The story mirrors the beginnings of Manuel Pellegrini's reign at the Etihad more closely than one might expect with its alluring uncertainties and its feel of the new beginning.
In fact in July 1983, Manchester City were facing a far greater challenge than the task confronting the present-day squad. Relegated on the last day of 1982-83 by a loose and hopeful swing of Raddy Antic's right boot in the most dramatic of circumstances and without a manager since the removal of the lame duck regime of John Benson and his light blue puffer jacket, City had spent the summer sizing up the more than "100 serious applicants", including the then manager of Sydney Olympic, Tommy Docherty and the out of work Harry Gregg. Some readers might at this stage be asking themselves what the less serious applicants could have looked like, if these two were amongst the good ones. One can only say that, 30 years ago, certain reputations had not yet been completely mangled by the unchallenged procession of time and others were still to be properly secured.
After years of promising the earth and delivering small parcels of dust, chairman Peter Swales preferred experience, but it would be experience at a low price, if it were possible to could find this magic combination in the whirling managers' merry go round of close season 1983. This was a little like looking for salmon in a dust cart full of carrots, but nevertheless Swales embarked on his own journey of discovery to see what he could rustle up. It was a journey that took him to all four compass points but that would eventually end up with his Cuban heels pointing north.
|The Daily Mirror turns to poetry
Quite by accident, it appears, Swales got lucky.
Amongst the hill of names that the press had gleefully attached to the manager's job at Maine Road was Billy McNeill, the manager of Scottish champions Celtic. Most thought this a little far-fetched for a club ever so slightly down on its luck. Why would the manager of Celtic want to move to 2nd division City, for heaven's sake? But then a strange thing happened. Either by coincidence or not, McNeill asked Celtic for a pay rise, to bring him closer to the likes of John Grieg at Rangers and the chipper Alex Ferguson at Aberdeen. He was, after all, manager of the Scottish champions and being paid less than the respective managers of Motherwell and St Mirren to boot. Celtic refused. The Glasgow giants have always held the purse very close to the skirt of their kilt and, on this occasion, the wind had got underneath at just the wrong moment.
They had been caught without their long johns on.
|McNeill wears the "what have I done" smile at his unveiling
McNeill wasted no time at all in mapping out the players he wanted to ignite the revolution. Pellegrini rightly eyes the Iscos and Negredos of this world as safe well-known territory. These are players that he has seen in the flesh many hundreds of times, from close quarter or from the stands. He has been able to study them and knows what his new club will be getting from a purchase of this nature. So it was with Big Seizure, who returned to his Scottish roots for many of his first signings. In came ex-Rangers striker Derek Parlane, offloaded by struggling Leeds; in came ex-Morton schemer and Tottenham reject Neil McNab from Brighton for the midfield enforcer birth about to be vacated by Asa Hartford; another Morton prodigy, Jim Tolmie, arrived for pennies from Belgian club Lokeren and the side began to take on a distinctly tartan, distinctly costcutter look.
Pre-season would be the first evidence of McNeill's eye for a bargain and Swales's eye for an
opportunity. The programme was a packed one, taking City through the football hotbeds of West Germany, Holland and Blackpool, long before the multi-million yen Premiership tours of the far east became de rigeur. There would be no cameras to record the tour, no squealing foreigners at the airport, but McNeill's hastily arranged cheapskate eleven were about to rack up a veritable hatfull of goals as they scorched the fields of Germany.
Not for City the most prestigious fields of Germany, but nevertheless, a marker would be put down for the season to come.
|Derek Parlane becomes City's only non-Morton pre-season signing
The tour schedule looked a little like this:
FC Pfungstadt
VfB Eppingen
1FC Osterode
FC Sinsheim
VFL Wolfsburg
Willem II Tilburg
As the 17-man squad gathered at Ringway to head out across the continent, they were bolstered by experienced ex-Burnley keeper Alan Stevenson and out-of-contract Everton.reserve Alan Ainscow. Derek Parlane's tank-top provided the only minor controversy as the plane was boarded and City flew off into a new, sky blue future under Mr Billy McNeill and his Scottish deputy Jimmy Frizzell, the old general manager of Oldham Athletic.
|A large crowd gathers on the roof at Ringway to check out Derek Parlane's tank-top


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Lemon And Roasted Garlic Pasta With Lentils
Lentils are such a versatile lunch or dinner option since they can be cooked in a variety of ways, but also bring lots of taste and texture to a meal. This special dinner recipe is on the healthier side, but still features filling flavours of lemon and garlic which will no-doubt have you going back for seconds!
Serves 3-4 and is a great option for those looking for a gluten-free and vegan alternative.
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3-4 cloves medium head garlic
1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil/ghee
1 medium head roasted garlic
1/2-2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
6 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2-1 tsp salt and pepper
1 box gluten-free spaghetti
12 cups loosely packed baby spinach
2/3 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes
1 cup cooked black or green lentils
Topping options: sliced almonds, parsley or basil, lemon, salt and pepper, capers, fresh Parmesan cheese.
For the roasted garlic:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF, and peel away the skin from the garlic until you can see the cloves.
- Drizzle with oil, sea salt and let it soak for 5-10 minutes before roasting it in the oven.
- Roast the garlic for 50 minutes in the oven until it is golden-brown in colour, and feels tender. Remove from the oven and leave it out to cool.
For the sauce:
- Mash the garlic heads in a medium bowl, then combine with 1/2 cup oil, teaspoon, salt, pepper into jar and shake well.
- Refrigerate the sauce until you're ready to finally use it.
For the pasta:
- Cook pasta and lentils according to the directions, then sauté over medium heat with olive oil.
- Add the hot spinach and dried tomatoes before stirring the entire mixture for just 2-3 minutes.
- Now include the pasta and lemon sauce into the mixture, and season to your liking. Place 1/4 cup of lentils over each pasta dish, and serve with freshly chopped parsley, almonds and basil for a fresh pop of flavour.
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Romans 14:5: 'One person esteems one day above another; another esteems every day alike. Let each be fully convinced in his own mind.'
Romans 14:12: 'So then, each of us shall give account of himself to God.'
Romans 14:23: 'Whatever is not from faith is sin.'
Everybody has opinions on how children should be raised! Recently, a family member suggested that I was selfish for not putting my three year old in a nursery five mornings per week. The main reasons cited were social: He needs time apart from his younger brothers; needs to develop independence; needs to form his own social group. I had expected such comments to be made in the future, but not as early as his third birthday! But it illustrates an important and recurrent theme: others are not slow in telling us what they think about our choices.
I sometimes get upset by such comments. But when I stop to think, the benefits of consistent, dedicated time with parents at this phase of life cannot be underestimated. Even this week, we jumped in puddles and danced in the rain; we made bread learning about the activation of yeast, and then formed it into a range of interesting shapes before baking it (and eating it hot with sticky jam!); we went to the beach building sandcastles and digging channels, learning about tides and currents; we painted with primary colours and learnt about making new shades (and mess!); we played the African drum in time to some of our favourite songs.... I could go on. At the same time, we met with friends on several occasions, reading stories and playing games together, and spent hours running around several different parks, as well as going to an adventure playground with a group home educating families. My boys asked questions regarding creation, and came to understand more about God's incredible workmanship, and then came home wanting to read Bible stories and sing songs relating to what they had seen and heard. I love to see their curiosity, their desire and hunger to learn. And I know that an adult with many children to look after would not have the patience to answer each of the many questions asked, or take time to explain things time after time.
So why do I waver when negative comments are made? The Bible does not give us precise instructions regarding the minutiae of parenting, but rather gives guiding principles. (I must be clear that I do not think that all Christians should home-educate, and that not to do so is wrong; the Bible does not say that! However, for us as a family, we believe it to be the best way of putting into practice the responsibilities to which we are called, and we are thankful that we have the freedom to make such a choice.) One of my favourite passages is from the Old Testament book of Deuteronomy, discussing how we should teach our children the things of God: 'You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down and when you rise up' (Deut 6:7). This week has illustrated that for me graphically – so many times when we have been walking, or talking, out and about or at home, and my boys have asked me huge questions regarding the world, about God and about themselves. The verses from Romans Chapter 14 illustrate how we must each consider our responsibilities and make choices based on our conclusions; and that one day we will give an account of ourselves before God. I shudder at times to think of saying to the Lord Himself, 'Yes, I know I should have taken a certain course of action, but I was afraid of what others might think!'
Proverbs 29:25 both warns and encourages, 'The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe'. Psalm 118:6-9 is similar, 'The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me? It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man. It is better to trust the Lord than to put confidence in princes'.
Sometimes I waver in my convictions (regarding home education, not regarding my faith in God!) because I am aware of my own inadequacies. To home educate does carry a cost – in terms of time, energy, motivation, creativity, perhaps in terms of certain social activities and 'freedoms'. Nobody promised it would be the easy path. Having reached our convictions that this is how we are called to raise our children, I then fear that I lack the resources and abilities to do so. Paul's letter to the Romans also comments on this: 'Whatever is not from faith is sin' (Rom 14:23). I feel like the father described in the gospel of Mark, who brought his sick and demon-possessed son to Jesus for healing: 'Lord, I believe! Help me in my unbelief!' (Mark 9:24) We are reassured on many occasions that we need not worry about the future, as at the right time, God will provide us with the resources we need. Jesus spoke clearly on this when He gave the 'Sermon on the Mount', encouraging the believers to 'Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things.' (Matthew 6:33-34). This follows shortly after the exhortation to 'lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.' (Matthew 6:20-21)
I wonder whether you ever feel like this too? There is a man described in the letter of James: 'For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was.' (James 1:23-24). On an earlier posting, I listed some of the positive reasons for our choices regarding our childrens' upbringing – and a major part of that is our conviction that this is God's calling for our family. So whilst to do otherwise would not be itself sinful in itself (although may involve sinful attitudes and motives!), it would be to go against our conscience. James goes on to give the encouragement, 'But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does. '(James 1:25)
Today, as I reflect on the adventure of home-educating our children, and consider the reasons for my discouragement when facing critical comments, I am strengthened in my faith. It is my prayer that I can be steadfast and obedient, and joyfully live as He has called us to. It is my prayer that I can be gentle and patient with those who do not understand, and have genuine concerns about our choices: 'A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.' (Proverbs 15:1). And I pray that I can keep an eye on the bigger picture, the eternal perspective, and one day hear the words of the Lord Himself, 'Well done good and faithful servant' (Matthew 25:23)


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The last couple of days I have been thinking about poaching a lot. It seems like a very simple thing: poaching is bad. Then I think of my ancestors during the Ice Age who were starving, and I realize they didn't have the luxury of sparing wooly mammoths to make sure there were enough to continue a population; they just needed to eat. It's easy to criticize them from my well-fed vantage point. Sure, I'd love to see a wooly mammoth, but how much would they have loved to eat a Big Mac? Some poaching really is like that, and people engage in it just to survive. Can I judge them for that? A lot of poaching, however, is about greed and not survival. We can probably all agree that this is a brutal practice, killing rare animals for a single body part, but the people engaging in this practice are still humans with immortal souls, so we should pray for them. They often murder other humans too, so their souls are in real danger of damnation.
I like hypothetical situations, so here is one for you: imagine you are the spirit of an animal just killed by a poacher. You realize the poacher did not kill you out of necessity, so he seems very evil to you. Then you follow him to a poaching operation headquarters, where he gets into an argument over money with the head of the operation. Imagine he kills the other man. You, as the animal's spirit, might sympathize with the killed man and hate the killer, because he killed you too. However, the killed man is also guilty because he created the operation that drew in the poacher. Both men would need prayers for their souls. Now consider that this is probably not a hypothetical situation but something that happens all the time, and you can see how prayers are desperately needed. (The animal's perspective, that's a long story, but many of my readers understand.) Greed is a deadly sin that can lead to destruction of God's beautiful creation and even the murder of another human being. We should pray that the hearts of all poachers would be turned back to God, and that He would have mercy on the souls of the poachers who have already died. So as you are thinking of prayer intentions, I'd ask you to consider this one at least once a month. Thanks!
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The ability to generate bombs and explosives from goo/slime.. Sub-power of Slime Attacks. Variation of Organic Bomb Generation. Combination of Volatile Constructs and Goo Generation.
Also Called
- Goo Bomb Creation
- Ooze/Slime Bomb Creation/Generation
The user is able to create explosive constructs with different effects. Some could create slippery coatings, others as superglue grenades, and even mix with other elemental powers to produce slimy wonders.
- Adhesive Weaponry
- Bomb Generation
- Goo Generation
- Organic Bomb Generation
- Slime Attacks
- Volatile Constructs
Known Users
- Bakuda (Worm)
- Gourmand (Ben 10)
- Upchuck
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There are few watches out there we'd call "universally flattering", but Daniel Wellington's Classic Sheffield watch is one of them. Its clean, minimalist dial and hands and classic black leather band make it easy on the eyes; that it's unisex (we've seen it Instagrammed on countless men and women alike) and has rose gold and silver case options only widens its appeal.
A few weeks ago, we wrote an article about the only five watches you need in your collection if you have one or you're currently building one out, and the Classic Sheffield made our list. That's because it's also one of those pieces that'll suit pretty much any occasion, whether it's an important work event or a weekend errand run.
What'll really drive this purchase home, though, is its price. You just can't find many watches of this caliber for less than $300, let alone under $100, which is what you can currently buy the Classic Sheffield for at Amazon. The silver-cased option is selling for $97, and the rose gold version is going for $1 less than that.
If you've been searching for a traditional and uncomplicated watch that's also highly affordable, you just might find your match in this Daniel Wellington pick.
Daniel Wellington Classic Sheffield Rose Gold Watch, 40mm, $96 (originally $229).
Daniel Wellington Classic Sheffield Silver Watch, 40mm, $97 (originally $229).
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Monthly Archives: March 2012
Super 8 Hotel Brand offers Fans Chance at Ultimate Road Trip
PARSIPPANY, NJ–(Marketwire – Mar 27, 2012) – The Super 8® hotel brand is giving racing fans across the country the chance to drive into the winners circle with the Super 8 Road Trip Challenge, an instant win game and sweepstakes offering weekly and monthly race-themed prizes as well as a grand prize of the Ultimate Super 8 Road Trip package.
Through November 18, 2012, Wyndham Rewards members in the U.S. who visit www.pettysgarage.com, the official home of Super 8 racing, can play the Super 8 Road Trip Challenge Instant-Win Game. The game challenges players to "drive" around the country, using their computer and mouse, answering as many trivia questions as they can before time runs out. At the game's conclusion, players find out if they've won an instant prize and receive an entry into the sweepstakes.
Fans can play the instant win game once daily and have the option of entering the sweepstakes without playing the game. Full terms and conditions are available at www.pettysgarage.com.
"With more than 1,800 hotels in the U.S. alone, Super 8 is a brand that road trippers and race fans alike can rely on regardless of where their travels take them," said John Valletta, Super 8 brand president. "With great prizes being given away all season long, anyone can be a winner."
Each week, 28 instant win prizes will be awarded, ranging from $25 gas gift cards to Richard Petty Motorsports collectibles. Sweepstakes prizes will be given away monthly, with one first prize being awarded each month. Each first prize consists of:
- $200 gas gift card
- 48,000 Wyndham Rewards points (good for rewards such     as free hotel     nights, gift cards and more)
- The book "Road Trip USA" by Jamie Jensen
- Two Richard Petty Driving Experience Ride-Along     tickets
- Two Richard Petty Motorsports jackets
At the end of the sweepstakes, one lucky grand prize winner will have his or her choice of one of two prize packages, the first being the "Ultimate 8" road trip package, consisting of:
- 88,888 Wyndham Rewards points
- $888 Goodyear® gift card
- $888 in gas gift cards
- Eight free Valvoline® oil changes
- Eight free months of Sirius® satellite radio
- $100 towards the purchase of a GPS
The second package consists of a trip for two to the professional stock car race of the winner's choice during the 2013 race season, complete with:
- Two nights accommodations at a Super 8
- Transportation and airfare
- Admission to the race
- Meet and greet with Richard Petty and members of     Richard Petty Motorsports
- Richard Petty Motorsports jackets
- $500 debit gift card
The Super 8 Road Trip Challenge is available exclusively at www.pettysgarage.com, the official home of Super 8 racing where the hotel brand touts its sponsorship of Richard Petty Motorsports' #43 car. In addition to the challenge, fans can keep up with the latest racing news, check schedules, learn about the Petty team, register for special Super 8 discounts and even book a Super 8 hotel for an upcoming race.
The Super 8 hotel brand, a member of the Wyndham Hotel Group family of lodging brands, is a chain of economy hotels located throughout the United States, Canada and China. All properties in North America offer complimentary high-speed Internet access, expanded cable television, in-room coffeemaker and SuperStart® continental breakfast. Select properties offer meeting and business facilities, fitness centers, swimming pools and allow pets. Children under 17 stay free with a parent.
Super 8 hotels in the United States and Canada participate in Wyndham Rewards, the world's largest lodging loyalty program as measured by more than 6,500 participating hotels throughout 36 countries worldwide. For more information on Wyndham Rewards, visit www.wyndhamrewards.com.
Reservations and information are available by calling (800) 800-8000 or by visiting www.super8.com. Super 8 hotels are independently owned and operated. Super 8 Worldwide is a subsidiary of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN). For more information about hotel franchising opportunities visit www.whgdevelopment.com.
2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Adventure Edition 4WD (Nav)
Reviewed by Susan Frissell
I vividly remember the introduction of the first Suzuki Vitara, held in southern Missouri. At the time, it was the first and only SUV offering a V-6 engine; albeit, a woefully under-powered V-6. I liked the car then, and while still a decent smaller SUV, gets lost in what has become a crowded vehicle category.
Our test Grand Vitara-a new edition and one of seven available trim levels/models, the Adventure edition is equipped with a long list of standard equipment, including water-resistant seat fabric; the only real change to the Vitara lineup. The available models include the Grand Vitara RWD ($19,499), Grand Vitara Premium RWD ($21,399), Ultimate Adventure Edition RWD ($22,299), Limited RWD ($23,749), Premium 4WD ($22, 849), Ultimate Adventure Edition 4WD ($23,949) and Limited 4WD ($25,249. Whew!
Although coming into the marketplace with fare pricing, the Grand Vitara feels dated; a basic SUV with so-so looks. Buyers can feel they are getting a lot of features for their dollar, but have to put up with a rather wheezy 4-cylinder engine, and little support when navigating flat roadways, but an improved unibody chassis. . The powertrain in the Vitara also seems old.
Our Adventure edition came equipped with a few options, including very sturdy All-weather floor mats ($125), First aid kit and cargo mat ($115), Premium Metallic paint ($130), and Bluetooth with screen graphics ($250).
Safety features on the Grand Vitara Adventure include tire pressure monitoring system, brake assist, ABS, Electronic stability control, Traction control, Side curtain airbags, front seat side impact supplemental airbags, side curtain airbags with rollover sensor and daytime running lights. Power windows, locks and mirrors are standard, as is cruise control, keyless entry with panic alarm, heated front seats, leather wrapped steering wheel, fog lamps, side view mirror with turn signals and 18-inch smoked alloy wheels.
Beginning with a basic line, the Vitara came in a 4-door and 2-door model. Born with truck roots, Vitara had a body-on-frame construction, was available in RWD and 4WD and wasn't a terribly comfortable nor practical offering. Slow to accelerate, lousy on the bumps, and a manual transmission that was difficult to shift, Vitara's SUV had cramped rear seat room and not a lot of cargo space. From 1999-2004, Vitara offered the 2-door soft top convertible (which was a fun car), with Suzuki's 1.6-liter, 4-cylinder enginen with 97 horsepower as the base engine. A 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with 127 horse was optional on the 2-door Vitara and standard on the 4-door. Both came equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed automatic, with a shift-on-the-fly drive option.
MSRP: $23,949; total vehicle price $24,569
Engine: 2.4-liter DOHC, 4-cylinder, 166 hp., 162 lb. ft. torque
Transmission: Automatic, full-time 4-whl drive
Wheelbase: 103.9 in.
Height: 66.3 in.
Length: 177.2 in.
Tires: P225/60R18
Wheels: optional 18-inch
Warranty: 100,000-mile, 7 yr. transferrable powertrain limited; 24/7/365 Roadside Assistance
Automotive Industry News
The 2013 Dodge Viper Makes its first appearance at the New York International Auto Show
There's not much and everything to say about the new Viper, says High Gear Media. Equipped with cues that evoke thoughts and feelings about the first Viper, with smoother surfaces, similar lines, and some of the bulbous awkwardness, too. But at the same time, it has the size, the low-slung ferocity, and the don't tread on me stance that all Vipers have had, particularly the last generation, which ended in the 2010 model year.
According to the new Viper, SRT head lead Ralph Gilles, the development process "is like being pregnant for almost 24 months."
Now, with 640 horsepower, the Viper sports an 8.4-liter V-10 engine. Building on its history with an all-new theme, Viper adds some luxury, more comfort, and lots more control; some of which is mandated, some of it voluntary. Custom Pirelli tires measuring 295/355 mm with unique compounds front-to-rear, are the feet to move this powerful Viper; most likely with superb grip.
New features on the redesigned Viper include four-stage stability control (which can be turned off), cruise control, two-mode adjustable suspension (via dash buttons, on GTS model), plus the "executive performance driver's office"–the new, higher-quality interior. Sabelt seats, the same supplier as Ferrari, give custom seats to the Viper, and a huge range of the interior's colors and materials are customizable to the buyer's preference.
The Dodge Dart instrument cluster was used in the new Viper, although customized specifically to the Viper.
For many cars, the track is a somewhat meaningless playground. For the Viper, and other super cars of its ilk, the track is the only place where they can really be themselves; many cars in this category can exceed the legal limit on the highway in first gear. Getting anywhere near their limits is simply not feasible on public roads. For the Viper, which has always been a niche car for a niche market, that's especially true.
The 2013 Viper is the lightest Viper ever, coming in 100 pounds lighter than the 2010 model.
We'll have all of the official details and information for you shortly, so stay tuned, and in the meantime, check out all of our ongoing live 2012 New York Auto Show coverage.
*The legend of powerful 427 Convertibles in the mid sixties is reignited as Chevrolet unveils the latest addition to the iconic Corvette family – the 2013 Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition available early summer 2012. Merging design and power with ZR1 and Z06 racing technology, 427 is the ultimate expression of performance, making it the fastest, most capable Corvette Convertible in our lineage. The 427 is a culmination of the first 60 years of Corvette and sets the stage for the future. Available Summer 2012.
*CHERRY HILL, N.J., March 29, 2012 /PRNewswire—Subaru introduces the 2013 Outback at the New York International Auto Show. Complete with new BOXER engine with higher power and better fuel efficiency, the Outback features the new second-generation Lineartronic CVT, a redesigned front styling, smoother, quieter ride, among numerous other amenities.
The 2013 Subaru Outback will have available EyeSight™ driver-assist system with: Pre-Collision Braking, System Capable of Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure and Sway Warning, and Adaptive Cruise Control, and features a restyled front end, with new headlights, grille, front bumper, and fog lights, for a more powerful appearance. Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive distinguishes the Outback from crossover competitors, which generally offer all-wheel drive as an extra-cost option. Numerous enhancements to the body structure, suspension, and steering give the Outback an even smoother and quieter ride for 2013; while also helping increase handling agility. Body roll has been reduced by up to 40 percent.
Providing crisp car-like handling with the versatility of an SUV, the 2013 Outback now has 8.7 inches of ground clearance which is higher than many large SUVs and crossovers, while maintaining a low step-in height, the 2013 Outback 2.5i models debut a new double-overhead-cam (DOHC) 2.5-liter FB series Boxer engine for increased performance and fuel efficiency. The new engine produces 173 hp and 174 lb.-ft. of torque, compared to 170 hp and 170 lb.-ft. with the previous engine. More significant is that the new engine produces greater low-end torque across a broad speed range, making the 2013 Outback 2.5i models more responsive in everyday driving.
The Outback 2.5i and 2.5i Premium models offer a choice between a standard six-speed manual transmission and the second-generation Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission); the latter is standard on 2.5i Limited. Models with the CVT also feature a 6-speed manual mode with steering wheel paddle shifters, which allow the driver to control the transmission via six pre-set ratios. Outback 3.6R models continue with a 256-horsepower 3.6-liter six-cylinder BOXER engine and five-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission.
Althoughh official EPA fuel economy figures are not yet available, Subaru projects that the 2013 Outback 2.5i with the Lineartronic CVT will achieve 24-mpg city/30 mpg highway/26 mpg combined, up compared with the 22/29/24 for the 2012 model. Subaru also projects the 2013 Outback will achieve a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The 2013 Outback models add a new Brake Override system.
The 2013 Outback will feature more comfortable seat fabric, and a new light matte wood grain trim provide a sophisticated appearance. The Outback Limited models for 2013 offer a new Special Appearance Package option that provides a Keyless Access & Start system along with a two-position memory system for the already-standard 10-way power driver's seat. With the Keyless Access & Start system, the driver, while carrying the remote control in a pocket or purse, can unlock the car by touching the door handle button. The rear gate also has an unlock touch sensor.
Also in the Limited models, rear A/C outlets have also been added, and a new electro-luminescent instrument cluster integrates the 3.5-in. color screen for the multi-information display, which also shows EyeSight functions when the car is so equipped. The Outback was the first crossover to feature as standard factory-installed foldable roof crossbars. For 2013, a new adjustable design allows the rear crossbar to be moved further rearward to carry longer items such as kayaks or other outdoor gear.
Available in three trim levels, the 2.5i models will be available in base, Premium, Limited. The 3.6R models will be offered in base and Limited. The base 2.5i features standard steering wheel cruise control and audio switches; a 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with recline feature; electronic parking brake with Hill Holder System; and an automatic headlight function. The standard audio system in the 2.5i model is upgraded for 2013 to now include Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability, audio streaming, iPod® control capability, and a USB charging port. The system continues with an AM/FM stereo, single disc CD player, Radio Data Broadcast System (RDBS), 3.5mm aux. input jack, and 4 speakers.
Outback Premium models add a 10-way power driver's seat; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter; body-colored side mirrors; 17-in. alloy wheels (all 3.6R trim lines have 17-in. alloy wheels as standard); and other amenities. The Limited trim lines add to the Premium perforated leather upholstery; dual zone automatic climate control; the All-Weather Package that includes heated front seats and mirrors, and a windshield wiper de-icer (package optional for Premium); the harman/kardon Premium Audio Package (optional for Premium) with a 4.3-in. color display, 440-watt amplifier, nine harman/kardon premium speakers, and standard XM Satellite Radio® service (four-month free trial subscription included); rear A/C duct, electro-luminescent gauges, and a 4-way power front passenger seat. The Limited models also exclusively offer an available voice-activated GPS navigation system with a seven-in. LCD display, rear vision camera and XM NavTraffic® (with a four-month free trial subscription included), and an SD card slot for convenient navigation map updates, among other features.
Available in Premium and Limited models will be a Power Moonroof Package with Rear Vision Camera that also includes an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with Homelink garage-remote function.
Other features in the new 2013 Outback include body-colored side mirrors; 17-in. alloy wheels (all 3.6R trim lines have 17-in. alloy wheels as standard); and other amenities. The Limited trim lines add to the Premium perforated leather upholstery; dual zone automatic climate control; the All-Weather Package that includes heated front seats and mirrors, and a windshield wiper de-icer (package optional for Premium); the harman/kardon Premium Audio Package (optional for Premium) with a 4.3-in. color display, 440-watt amplifier, nine harman/kardon premium speakers, and standard XM Satellite Radio® service (four-month free trial subscription included); rear A/C duct, electro-luminescent gauges, and a 4-way power front passenger seat. The Limited models also exclusively offer an available voice-activated GPS navigation system with a seven-in. LCD display, rear vision camera and XM NavTraffic® (with a four-month free trial subscription included), and an SD card slot for convenient navigation map updates, among other features.
*It's good to be a dealer these day. Many even made money on new-car sales last year. Things may be looking up, as the average retail net profit on a new vehicle was $23 in 2011 vs. a loss of $180 in 2010, according to Paul Taylor, chief economist for the National Automobile Dealer's Association (NADA). The turn around, says Taylor, can be attributed to an improving economy, fewer dealerships competing and low interest rates. Overall, the average dealership made $785, 855 in net pretrax profit in 2011, a record amount since NADA began tracking the data in 1970. The year's faster than expected sales recovery has entered a new phase: "Want" buyers are joining the "Need to Replace" buyers who have been carrying the market. Pent up demand has been unleashed, say dealers and analysts. It is easier for customers to get financing, says Nissan Division sales boss Al Castignetti.
*According to Dan Knott, Chrysler's head of purchasing, Fiat suppliers will likely win business in the U.S. as Chrysler introduces Fiat-based vehicles. The first Chrysler Group vehicles on a Fiat platform will be the 2013 Dodge Dart compact, launched soon out of Chrysler's Belvidere, IL plant, and the replacement for the Jeep Liberty SUV (Toledo North plant-currently undergoing a $500 million renovation).
*March 22, 2012: ZipCar, Inc. is adding five Chevy Volt vehicles to its fleet which will be the company's launch of its first large-scale electric vehicle pilot program. Arriving in 2006, ZipCar now has 450 vehicles available in more than 275 locations, with plans to add up to 20 electric vehicles to Chicago by the end of 2012. Pricing to reserve the Volt will start at $10/hour; pricing for other vehicles ranges from $7.75-$15.50/hr. Chicago was chosen as the inaugural location for the electric vehicle program in part, due to the city's efforts to install a public charging infrastructure. In charge of the electric vehicle initiative is LA-based 350Green, LLC; to the tune of $8.9 million. The project calls for 280 charging stations in Chicago and suburbs. The majority of ZipCar members make trips of under 35 miles, which is the gas-free range for the chevy Volt. The Volt switches to a gas generator and can go 375 miles on a full tank of gas.
Competitor I-GO has quite a few hybrids in their fleet in Chicago and is completing a $2.5 million electric vehicle program involving adding 36 all-electric vehicles and install 18 publicly available solar charging stations. Also working with 350Green, I-GO will have three models available March 22, 2012: Nissan Leaf, and two Mitsubishi I M:EV's. (Chicago Tribune)
*March 20, 2012: Land Rover will celebrate a milestone at the New York Auto Show this year. Hosting the 25th Anniversary celebration, Land Rover will invite consumers to an urban off-road adventure where they will drive 2012 model year vehicles at a custom-made course in the heart of New York City's meatpacking district.
At the time of its launch in 1987, the Range Rover created a new automotive market segment now referred to as luxury sport utility. At the time, the retail price of $30,850 made it the most expensive vehicle of its type. Since 1987, more than 575,000 Land Rover vehicles have been sold in North America.
In the past quarter century, Land Rover has grown its presence in the U.S., while at the same time gained wider acceptance among car shoppers. By all accounts, a successful brand with a loyal following, Land Rover established itself with the introduction of the original Range Rover (known as the "Range Rover Classic"), creating a new market segment for dual-purpose vehicles that could go almost anywhere and has been the platform for numerous technological innovations in the industry.
Land Rover's second model, the Range Rover was created in 1970. Frequently featured in movies, TV shows about African exploration, and world news coverage, Land Rover was often the vehicle of choice for teams bringing humanitarian relief in war zones or natural disasters.
Its latest success story is the award-winning 2012 Range Rover Evoque, the company's lightest and most fuel-efficient SUV ever. The all-new Range Rover Evoque has received over 90 international awards including the 2012 'North American Truck of the Year' and the 2012 Motor Trend 'SUV of the Year.' With 2011 sales up a remarkable 20 percent, Land Rover in North America scored the largest improvement, percentage-wise, of any of its luxury vehicle competitors with total sales exceeding 38,000 vehicles.
The outlook for the company in this its 25th anniversary year is strong and confident," said Andy Goss, President, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. "Our current product line-up is the strongest we've ever had and the U.S. consumer strongly embraces our brand. The deeply ingrained corporate values and dedication to the brand that were instilled by the original management team 25 years ago has served Land Rover well. Today, there's a renewed focus, enthusiasm and energy within the company," Goss said.
*Stuttgart's new sports car SUV has been named "Macan." The name comes from the Indonesian word "Tiger" and combines suppleness, power, fascination and dynamics. Combining all sports-car characteristics, the new Macan is a "genuine porsche,' says Executive V.P. Sales and Marketing Bernhard Maier. The Macan will become the fifth Porsche model line and is expected to do as well as the Cayenne SUV. The new SUV will come off the production lines in Leipzig in 2013, from the plant that is being expanded into a fully-fledged production plant in Saxony, with body assembly line and paint shop capabilities. Investing $500 Euro into this biggest building project in Porsche's corporate history, the auto maker will be creating another 1,000 jobs.
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March 19, 2012. Ladies..Start your Engines! Join womenwithwheels.com for the Inaugural Girls Go Racing: The Art of Driving Adventure event at Road America Race Track in Elkhart Lake, WI. Presented by Womenwithwheels.com, this event for women will take place May 5-6, 2012. The driving event will be on Saturday May 5, from 9-4.
"For years women have been encouraging me to organize a 'ladies day' at an auto race track. A spirited day of learning vehicle dynamics, improving on driving skills and pushing their limits in a race car,†says Susan Frissell, publisher and editor of Womenwithwheels.com and the gal behind the wheel of Girls Go Racing: The Art of Driving Adventure. According to Frissell, Women With Wheels has finally turned a dream into reality and coordinated a day of driving they guarantee will be far too much fun for all involved.
On a controlled driving course, participants will receive the fundamentals of driving, as well as useful everyday maneuvers. Included in the full day at the race track are classroom discussion, in-car lessons which will include vehicle dynamics, and an on-track portion. Monitored and led by professional driving coaches, the Girls Go Racing event will be the perfect introduction into the exciting world of auto racing.
Once the dust has cleared, women will reflect back with pride about what they have accomplished. They will notice an increase in their driving skills and develop a whole new appreciation for what constitutes the "fine art of driving.â€
The reasons for joining us at Girls Go Racing: The Art of Driving Adventure are as varied as the cars you drive. Maybe you have always wondered what it feels like to experience pulse-pounding exhilaration at top speed. Or perhaps you're crossing yet another "wish†off your bucket list. Some will no doubt be fueling their passion for motorsports. Or taking on a dare!
Of course you must join us for the first annual Girls Go Racing event at Road America. You won't want to miss being a part of this enthusiastic group of gals who believe in going for it. All women age 18 and up, with a valid driver's license are welcome to attend. For more information, itinerary and pricing, contact Susan Frissell or Donna Luteri at email@example.com.
*AutoWeek Magazine publishes list of "Fuel Economy Studs"
2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI (2.0-liter, 140-hp., I4 diesel, 32/42 mpg.)
2012 Chevrolet Corvete (6.2-liter, 430-hp., 16/26 mpg.)
2012 Ford Focus (2.0-liter, I4, 160-hp., 26/36 mpg.)
2012 Honda CR-Z (1.5-liter, 122-hp., six-speed manual, 31/37 mpg.)
2012 Kia Optima Hybrid (2.4-liter, 166-hp., I4, 35/40 mpg.)
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4-dr. (2.0-liter, 155-hp., 27/39 mpg.)
2012 Mazda MX-5 Touring (2.4-liter, 167-hp., 22/28 mpg.)
2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350 Bluetec (3.0-liter, 210-hp., 17/21 mpg.)
2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop (1.6-liter, 121-hp., 29/37 mpg.)
2012 Nissan Juke SV (1.6-liter, I4, 188-hp., 25/31 mpg.)
2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid (3.0-liter, 380-hp., V6, 22/30 mpg.)
2012 Subaru Impreza (2.0-liter, 148-hp., 25/34 mpg.)
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*LAS Vegas-Line up gals for the lastest in Vegas offerings: Special gun-shooting holidays for divorced women. Newly single ladies can take out thier pent-up anger at their ex with Machine Gun Vegas' latest package called "Lady Killers." First-time female shooters can let their bullets fly as they fire off 25 rounds on an Uzi fully automatic machine gun and choose 20 rounds. Typically used as a personal defense weapon for tankers, artillary troops and officers, these women can now use it to get back at their ex! Ladies can also use a handgun for 20 rounds, including a Sig Sauer 226, Glock 17 or Springfield XDM 9mm. Just 10 minutes from the famous strip, the package for Femme Fatales is just $89.95 and takes place in a 10,000-square-foot facility featuring 16 shooting lanes, and a Gun-lounge. Follow MGV on Twitter @VegasOnFullAuto, or FB at facebook.com/machinegunsvegas.
How Connected is Your Car?
*Ford: Using voice commands, drivers can make calls, hear incoming text message, get news updates.
*General Motors: Drivers can fool with a 7-inch, high-resolution touch screen and can also get text messages and audio streaming from smartphones.
*Tesla Motors: Model S will be equipped with Internet access and 17-inch touch screen.
*Mercedes-Benz: Voice-activating system for radio, phone, navigation; comes with Facebook app.
*BMW: Internet access, on-demand music streaming and viewing of videos on iPhone.
2012 Hyundai Velostar M/T
2012 Hyundai Velostar M/T
Reviewed by Susan Frissell
Hyundai keeps churning out winners and it appears they have yet another one in the 2012 Velostar. Clearly aimed at the younger driver, the Velostar offers a lot for a very reasonable price. Staring at $17,300, our test Velostar came equipped with a host of standard equipment and just one option: the Style Package, complete with 18-inch alloy wheels and P215/40R18 tires, Chrome grille surround with plano black highlights, front fog lights, panoramic sunroof, plano black interior accents, Dimension Premium Audio with 8 speakers, external amp and subwoofer, leatherette bolster seats and door inserts, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, alloy pedals, and drive auto-up window, $2,000.
Available in both 6-speed manual and automatic Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), Velostar gets respectable fuel economy (28/40/32 M/T; 29/38/32 DCT), is fairly comfortable and considerably spunky. However, be careful not to bottom out when navigating city streets. There isn't a lot of play when hitting a pothole, so it's best to make every effort to avoid them.
The panoramic sunroof is handy and takes care of both front and rear passengers; if your riders like that kind of thing. Some don't, of course, as it feels to them as if they are in a convertible. Well, sort of.
The standard equipment, as with all Hyundai models, is plentiful and includes Electronic Stability Control w/traction, ABS with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist, A/C, AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 audio system with 6 speakers, In-car Web or Smartphone app, Hyundai BlueLink Telematics System Technology, 7-inch multimedia touchscreen, trip computer, power windows/locks/heated mirrors, remote keyless entry with alarm, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, cruise, phone controls, integrated Bluetooth hands-free phone system, tilt/telescopic steering column, driver seat heigh tadjustment, front armrest storage box, and 60/40 split-folding rear seat.
The Hyundai Velostar incorporates a host of sophisticated technology typically found on higher-end vehicles. Nice amenities on the Velostar include a front passenger seatback pocket for all that extra gear, and that full tank of gas helps out these days too!
An innovative available rearview camera can be opted for on the new Velostar. With images displayed on the touchscreen monitor, the actual camera lens is mounted in the back latch on the rear hatch. Pretty cool. Also different and distinctive on the Velostar are the LED headlight accents that flank the grille. The accents plus a beveled hood with dual scoops make the Velostar's style stand out.
Another available option on the Velostar is Hillstart Assist Control, an anti-gravity device, standard with the DCT system that helps to minimize backward rolling when starting from a stop or steep hills.
On first glance, one assumes Velostar is a two-door model, when in fact, it has a secret third door on the passenger side. This 3-door design is somewhat hidden in Velostar's aggressive lines, but certainly makes climbing in/out of the rear seats a lot easier.
Hyundai Velostar incorporates the Active EcoSystem to improve fuel economy. The EcoShift DCT system helps to deliver smooth and efficient power. The Velostar is equipped with a sport-tuned suspension, a modified front suspension and gas-charged hydraulic shocks, all adding to a sportier ride. Motor Driven power steering is tuned for increased steering response, and large front and rear stabilizer bars reduce body roll, while improving handling and control on curves.
Complaints? Just a few. The ride is somewhat harsh in the Velostar; well, sporty. Navigating bumps is a little hard on the posterior. And the doors are heavy, which is often the case with a coupe-style vehicle, even though the Velostar does have that 3rd door on the passenger side.
On the other hand, the sound system in this little runner is excellent, the sunroof enormous and the wheels very attractive. The Velostar offers very pleasing styling.
For a fun, very fairly priced sporty car, we encourage you to take the Hyundai Velostar for a spin. Similar to Nissan's Juke, the Velostar appeals to all age groups.
MSRP: $17,300; total vehicle price $19,300
Engine: 1.6-liter GDI, 138 hp., 123 lb.ft.torque, DOHC, 4-cylinder
Transmission: CVVT, 6-speed manual with EcoShift indicator
Wheelbase: 104.3 in.
Height: 55.1 in.
Length: 166.1in.
Width: 70.5 in.
Weight: 2,584-2,740 lbs. (M/T); 2,157-2,813 lbs., (DCT)
Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 gal.
Tires: P215/45R standard
Wheels: 17-inch alloy, standard
Warranty: 5-yr./60,000-mile New Vehicle, 10-yr./100,000-mile Powertrain, 7-yr./Unlimited-mile Anti-perforation, 5-yr./Unlimited Roadside Assistance
Color: Marathon Blue
2012 Mazda3 4-door i Grand Touring
Reviewed by Susan Frissell
The Mazda3 4-door sedan and hatchback models are available in plenty of editions to suit everyone's fancy, including the iSV ($15,200), i Sport ($16,845), i Touring ($18,700), i GrandTouring ($22,550), S Touring ($21,300) and S Grand Touring ($22,900).  Engine choices include Mazda's 2.5-liter, 155 hp., and the 2.0-liter, 148 hp. Engine.
Our test car was the I Grand Touring edition, just about in the middle of the offerings. With a starting price of $22,300, the I Grand Touring model has a long list of standard equipment; ours came equipped with two options: Interior lighting kit ($200), Technology Package (Bi-Xenon headlights w/auto-leveling/pivoting adaptive/front lighting system, Blind spot monitoring system, Sirius Satellite radio w/4-mth. Subscription, perimeter alarm, rain sensing front wipers, $1,400), and Compass mirror/Homelink $275).
The standard equipment list included such amenities as tilt & telescopic steering column, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio/cruise/Bluetooth controls, power windows/locks, leather-trimmed seats and door panel, inserts/carpet floor mats, 8-way power driver's seat, heated front seats with several settings, leather-wrapped shift knob and two 12V power outlets.
Safety equipment on the Mazda3 sedan includes remote keyless entry, "crashable†brake pedal, 4-wheel disc brakes, ABS braking system, front/rear side air curtains, "Triple H†body construction, tire pressure monitoring system, collapsible steering column, anti-theft immobilizer, traction control system, dynamic stability control, advanced dual front and front side-impact airbags.
Competition for the Mazda3 includes such vehicles as Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. While all three have a similar ride quality, the Mazda3 is sportier and more firm, and offers a fairly smooth, quiet ride. More standard features were added on the 2011 model, making the Mazda3 a better value. While all models have the stability control feature, the I Grand Touring edition now offers the formerly optional Bose audio system and sunroof as standard equipment.
We like the s Sport and s Grand Touring hatchback models; especially those equipped with manual transmission. Sporty, fun-to-drive and agile, these littlecompacts provide lots of driving entertainment.
MSRP: $22,300; total vehicle price $24,970; destination $24,970; destination $795
Engine: SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter I4 with VVT, 155 hp., 148 lb.ft. torque
Transmission: SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed sport A/T with manual shift mode
Wheelbase: 103.9 in.
Length: 180.9 in.
Width: 69.1 in.
Height: 57.9 in.
Category: Compact
Weight: 2,866 lbs.-3,046 lbs.
Fuel Economy: 28/40 mpg.
Fuel tank capacity: 14.5 gal.
Tires: P205/55R16 all-season
Wheels: 16-inch alloy
Warranty: 36-mth./36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper; 60 mths/60,000-mile powertrain; 24-hour roadside assistance


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Gavin has been playing for 20 years and enjoys many styles, from rock to jazz, and latin to funk. Qualified to grade 8 he's played in venues as big as London Astoria to thousands of people and small intimate gigs in and around Bristol such as The Canteen and The Golden Lion on Gloucester Road. He currently plays professionally in and around Bristol as well as recording online session drum tracks for collaborators all over the world.
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Two weeks ago I was visiting my mother-in-law (I call her mom!). While I was there, she said that she needed to find a new kitchen faucet at some point – her faucet was leaking and that it was time for a change anyway. At that point, I began looking online for a new kitchen faucet for her.
She said that she wanted something that would "bring her into the this century." Her kitchen is a bit dated and could use some new features in order to give it a more modern feel. She told me that she was interested in finding one of those new faucets with a spray head that pulled down. Because she lives alone, she never seems to have enough dishes to fill the dishwasher. She said that a pull-down spray head would help her to keep up with the few dishes she dirtied each day.
Since mom is getting along in years, I looked for something that would be easy for her to operate and keep clean. I found the perfect faucet when I came across the Kraus KPF-1640SS Commercial Faucet in a stainless steel finish.
Kraus KPF-1640SS Specifications
The Kraus KPF-1640SS weighs only 9.4 pounds and measures 8.8 x 2 x 19.6 inches. This faucet was very easy for me to install when it arrived, and I had also ordered a soap dispenser to go with the faucet (it has a 2 or 3 hole installation). As soon as I got the faucet hooked up, mom was ready to test it out. The spout has a reach of 8 27/32 inches. This seems to be the perfect length – she had no trouble keeping the water in the sink.
The high performance/low flow spray head/spout is just perfect as well – this Neoperl aerator is what gives this faucet its efficiency. This features means that there will be almost no water waste when using this product. While I purchased the stainless steel finish for mom, this faucet is also available in a chrome finish. With either finish, this faucet is resistant to both rust and corrosion.
- Lead-Free All-Metal Construction. Spout height is 6.38 inches and faucet height is 19.50 inches
- Dual Function Pull-Down Spray Head w/ Magnetic Docking
- Codes/Standards Applicable: cUPC (UPC&CSA), NSF 61, NSF 372, AB1953, EPA, CALGreen, MASS, FTC, DOE, CEC and ADA
Kraus KPF-1640SS Features
The first feature I noticed was the magnetic docking of the spray head. My mother-in-law would be able to pull down the spray head with a minimum amount of effort. Additionally, the magnetic docking mechanism would make it easy for her to put the spray head back into its normal position.
When I was looking at some of the product features, I found that the magnetic docking feature along with the easy-clean rubber nozzles would help to prevent the buildup of both hard water deposits and bacteria. This would help my mother in the long run because of the ease of cleaning and the fact that the magnetic seal rubber nozzles would help prevent bacteria from growing.
It was no surprise to me that this product was listed and certified with cUPC (UPC&CSA), NSF 61, NSF 372, AB1953, EPA, CALGreen, MASS, FTC, DOE, CEC and ADA. These listings told me that my mother-in-law would be getting a faucet that would help her conserve water. Since mom is on a fixed income these days, keeping the water bill down is a big help. Further, these listings also told me that this product is approved for individuals with disabilities. It's always nice to have a faucet that is easy to operate with only a small amount of effort required.
The single-lever design makes it easy to control both the water temperature and the water flow with only a light touch of the hand. The pull-down spray head makes it easy to fill containers, water house plants, and do anything else that requires a bit of a reach.
The dual-function spray and stream sprayer has a 360 degree swivel so that you can access the entire sink – you'll be able to clean the sink thoroughly and prevent hard water stains that have to be scrubbed out.
Kraus KPF-1640SS Extras
Before I installed the new Kraus KPF-1640SS faucet, I decided to do a little bit of Internet research on the product. I found that some people did not like the fact that the water flow was restricted to the point it was by the aerators.
These individuals also said that there was an easy fix for people who wanted a great deal more pressure. If you remove two little aerators or restrictors, one from each end of the hose, the pressure increases significantly. While this is a great alternative for some people, you can also opt to leave them in place in order to save on your water bill.
I really liked the look of this faucet with its heavy-duty, double-spring design. The faucet as a whole really makes life easier in the kitchen. You'll have no trouble moving the lever with the lightest of touches. The magnet docking mechanism is an awesome feature too – you just have to guide the spray head back to its normal position and the magnet seems to just pull the head right back into place with almost no effort at all.
Kraus KPF-1650SS Conclusion
We were both very pleased with the quality of this faucet, the durability, and the functionality. Once mom moved the faucet lever back into its off position, there was not so much as one drop of water coming from the faucet (her old faucet would drip occasionally).
We were able to bring mom's kitchen into the 21st century with the simple replacement of the faucet. This Kraus unit is a surefire way to add some awesome functionality (and style) to just about any kitchen out there. If you're looking for quality, durability, and longevity, the KPF-1640SS is definitely for you.
There aren't too many commercial faucets out there that do exactly what this Kraus unit seems to do with ease – tie functionality to bold fashion in order to be one of the best kitchen faucet options out there.


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The Clubs Charter (linked above) outlines all major club operational requirements and processes, and explains how the Guild assesses the various types of club applications and requests.
All club registrations expire on the 31st December each year, and clubs must lodge an annual renewal form (linked above) in order to remain affiliated with the Guild. You will need to "log in" in order to complete this form - if you do not yet have a user account on this website, please create one using the button at the bottom of the log-in page that appears. (Please note: user accounts must be created for each individual user, not under your club name.)
Most clubs are required to govern themselves in accordance with the Default Guild Clubs Constitution linked above. The only exceptions are if:
Your club must hold an Annual General Meeting each year to elect committee positions for the following year and report on the club's activities. FYI - New clubs less than 12 months old, do not reuqire an AGM. For a step-by-step guide, download the full guidelines linked above. You can also download a range of read-to-edit templates for your AGM below:
Next meeting: 24th March 2020 - CANCELLED
C&S committee meetings run twice per semester. They are a two-way communication forum between clubs and the Guild. Agenda items can be submitted via the RSVP form, and full agenda is circulated via email in the week prior to each meeting. Past minutes and upcoming agendas can be viewed HERE.
The Curtin Student Guild is committed to ensuring safe, consensual and enjoyable campus club culture. The fact sheet linked above provides further info on how you can play your part.
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- converting content to CMS templates
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- handover for maintenance.
We are equally comfortable working with any CMS. Most recent projects have been in SharePoint or Open Source environments (Drupal or WordPress).


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Collected TRENDS & STRATEGIES from Volume 8, Number 12.
Israel Considers Building Artificial Islands
A British newspaper reports that Israel plans a chain of artificial islands along its Mediterranean coast that could eventually accommodate 20,000 people.
The islands would cost roughly $1 billion each; plans for the trio of half-mile square outposts would be used for tourism, residences and business. Planners say discussions have been going on for nearly a decade.
Environmentalists have opposed the scheme, saying their installation could destroy the country's real beaches and obstruct present sea views. Present plans show the islands linked to the mainland by bridges and to each other by a network of underwater tunnels. They would lie off the coast of Tel Aviv, Haifa, Herzliya and Netanya.
A spokesman for Israel's Institute of Technology, which has carried out research for the project, told BBC News Online the islands would provide an alternative to building towns in the desert.
"Parts of Israel can't be used for residential and tourism purposes because of the sands and rock substrata," said Tony Bernstein. "This is going to become more limited in the future. Israeli media say a government-appointed panel will submit a report on the project within the next two months before a final decision is made.
Habitat for Humanity Building High-Rise Prototype
While Habitat for Humanity has been a godsend for thousands of families, the houses themselves have on occasion been criticized for their plainness, and in at least one instance other homeowners have sued to keep the houses away, alleging it would hurt their property values. Also, the organization has concentrated on single-family dwellings, making urban environments a near impossibility. But the San Francisco chapter began volunteer work Nov. 12 on a high-rise project that the group hopes will become a prototype for low-income housing in expensive urban areas. The 5-story, 8-unit building was designed pro bono by Berkeley architect Marcy Li Wong. The building is on Mission Street on land donated by the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency. Habitat's partner is the ACB Housing Partners Foundation. Ground was broken last summer on the building, which will be the tallest new Habitat structure built anywhere in the world. The building features ground floor parking, and two units on each of the four upper floors. Construction on the $1.6 million project is expected to take 14 months.
Seagram's Art Collection to Sell
The Seagram Building's incredible $15 million art collection—including Picassos, Miros and Steichens—could soon be on the auction block. The news that Vivendi, the French corporation that purchased the building and collection from the Bronfman family two years ago, was greeted with dismay from leading architects including Robert A.M. Stern and Philip Johnson, who designed the Park Avenue headquarters with Mies van der Rohe in the late 1950s.
"I consider (the Picasso) an integral part of the architecture. It's also very delicate and could get damaged if it were moved," Johnson told The New York Times.
"The company has defined assets it no longer considers strategic in its portfolio," Anita Larsen, a company spokesperson said. "And the art collection fits in that category along with planes and real estate."
While it's hard to name the highlight of such a storied collection (which the family collected over three decades) several critics have mentioned the 22-foot mural Picasso painted in 1919 for the ballet "Le Tricorne." It has hung in the Four Seasons restaurant since the building opened. A Goya-inspired tapestry, the painter completed the work in three weeks.
The collection also includes more than 700 photographs, among them Stieglitz and Walker Evans. Three Miro rugs also greet visitors to the restaurant.
BART Readies for January Airport Link
San Francisco's BART system is preparing for the capper to its $18-million, 22-month overhaul and extension work for the Bay Area's venerable mass transit system. The district's 8.7-mile, four-station extension to San Francisco International Airport opens in January. Some 70,000 passengers per weekday are expected to ride the SFO extension, with stations at South San Francisco, San Bruno (Tanforan), and Millbrae, a shared, cross-platform with Caltrains.
In October, Rep. Tom Lantos (D-San Mateo) joined BART Director James Fang to show off new, state-of-the-art equipment that is part of an even longer haul. BART's 10-year, $1.2 billion renovation program is now 90 percent complete and includes 439 refurbished BART cars from the original fleet, new automatic fare equipment, ticket vending machines, bill-to-bill changes, add fare machines and fare gates, and enhancements and expansion of all four BART maintenance facilities. Lantos helped to secure the federal government's $750 million Full Funding Grant Agreement that is paying for half the $1.5 billion BART-SFO extension and stations.
Fireproofing: not a Priority for Homeowners
Fire may be a homeowner's greatest fear, but most are unwilling to pay for a fail-safe method of preventing it. According to a former dean of an Australian architecture school and RAIA award winner, the means to build homes to survive that region's bush fires are available, but most people would rather spend money on luxury, rather than safety.
"It's really a matter of prioritization," said Professor Lindsay Johnston. "Most people would rather have a big whiz bang entertainment system than have a house that's going to survive a bushfire. They will happily spend $15,000 on an air conditioning unit or $7,000 on a plasma television screen but they won't get the work done to fireproof their homes."]
Building a fire resistant home is relatively simple, according to Johnston, who has designed and built his own home and four tourist lodges in Watagans National Park in the Hunter Valley in New South Wales.
The Four Horizons home was originally designed to be a low energy environmentally responsive house, he explained. The house won the 1997 RAIA Environment Award.
Johnston said that the primary strategy for homes in bushfire prone areas is to stop the fire from getting inside the house. Four main areas in design can prevent it. The first is the floor. "We have a concrete floor so the fire can't get in from underneath," Johnston said. Secondly, a double roof using corrugated iron provides thermal comfort and eliminates the risk associated with tiles and felt.
Then, the walls—at Four Horizons, they are concrete-clad steel. "Part of the strategy I've used for thermal comfort is what I call reverse engineering where you put the concrete blockwork on the inside and clad the outside," Johnston said. "There is some wood on one side of the house for aesthetic reasons but even if it catches fire it won't burn the house down." Finally, consider windows. Johnston used fire shutters made of a substance commonly used for acoustic ceilings. Patio doors are made of toughened glass to make it much more difficult to break from the heat of the fire, he added.
Four Horizons also has a 'safe haven' bathroom, with concrete floors and walls, a metal roof and shutters on the windows. "There are two exits and a water supply—the idea is that when the fire has gone through, you come out and put the fire out."


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Ensuring the health of our community by improving our local environment.
Our community has grown significantly over the years and as more families join our neighborhoods, we need places for our children to play and for our residents to enjoy the outdoors. The first step in many of these cases is mitigating past pollution and restoring the natural beauty of our District.
From her work with a local environmental nonprofit to her efforts enclosing nuisance waste facilities, Councilwoman Nury Martinez is creating green, open spaces that will improve the health and quality of life in the Sixth District.
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"Ephesus shore excursions: where every single soul on the ship should be on the morning of your visit to Kusadasi is visiting Ephesus ruins!"
When you find out your Mediterranean cruise ship will be calling to Kusadasi Turkey, first congratulate yourself on a good choice of itinerary and then start planning your Ephesus shore excursions or independent daily Ephesus tours.
Kusadasi shopping is great, that's true, you will have a blast getting your Turkish rug and your Turkish leather here, but where every single soul on the ship should be on the morning of your visit to Kusadasi is visiting Ephesus ruins.
The archaeological site of Ephesus is one of the major tourist attractions not just in the area but in the Mediterranean in general, so coming all the way here and not making an effort to get there would be such a shame.
Ancient Ephesus used to be one of the greatest cities of Greeks in Asia Minor, chief commercial hot spot of the province and centre of worship for fertility goddess, Artemis of Ephesus.
The Ephesians loved the goddess so much they built her a temple that was one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World: the temple of Arthemis at Ephesus. And it's no wonder if we tell you it was 4 times bigger than the Athens Parthenon!
One of the interesting facts about Ephesus, that you will learn on one of your Ephesus shore excursions, is that although today it is some 8 km inland, it used to be a city with a big harbour. Only later did the port get silted, which contributed to the decline of the city.
It is amazing that walking around the site, you will be walking one of the greatest cities in the classical Mediterranean world and one of the best preserved. It's amazing to think that at one point, in its Golden age, it had over a quarter of a million citizens!
To accommodate only a small portion of its citizens, the Grand Theatre of Ephesus had to be able to take in 25 000 spectators.
When you walk the main street, the Arcadian Way, you will be walking the same marble that the feet of many historical people walked.
Namely, it was in Ephesus that St Paul taught and preached to his disciples; St John wrote the Bible's fourth Gospel here and died here, which was commemorated with the Basilica of St. John.
The blessed Virgin Mary, spent her last days here too, in a small house in the hills.
Alexander the Great, Mark Anthony and Cleopatra, Cicero, Strabo… these are just a few of the names that visited or stayed in this city at one point.
Besides the regular public buildings that every Roman or Greek city contained… the theatre, the odeon, state agora, monuments to the Emperors… there is also a few unusual and not so holy monuments you will have a chance to see.
First, the public latrines, which were an important spot for socializing… men would come here to talk politics or to catch up on reading. It is interesting that their slaves used to sit on them first to warm them up!
Secondly, Ephesus shore excursions guests are always amazed to see one of the first advertisements in history here too. And it is nonetheless an advert for a brothel! A head of a woman, a heart and a foot carved in the sidewalk stone, showing the direction!
Read more about these two Ephesus attractions in our article Ephesus ruins.
These may be curiosities to show photos of to friends back home, but the real show stoppers are The Celsus Library, the Grand Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian and other Ephesus ruins that will be part of your Ephesus sight seeing.
You get the point right? Whether taking one of the cruise line organized shore trips or booking one privately online, taking one of the Ephesus shore excursions is a must and will be one of the highlights of your Mediterranean cruise vacation!
And please, don't forget that although it is possible to get to Ephesus by taxi or local bus, which we explained in our article Ephesus travel, this is not one of the days we suggest going sightseeing without a good professional guide. If there is one day during your whole cruise that you're going to take an organized tour of some kind, it should be for Ephesus!
Enjoy your trip back in time! :-)
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World-Wide Factory Activity, by Country
A global manufacturing slowdown deepened in June, as the U.S. slipped into contractionary territory for the first time since July 2009.
The JPMorgan Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index, a broad measure of manufacturing activity across the world, fell to a three-year low of 48.9 in June. The reading below 50 signals that global activity is contracting for the first time since last November and only the second time since 2009.
Much of Asia and the U.S. joined the euro zone in contractionary territory last month. An official figure from China indicated that the sector there continues expanding, though at a reduced rate. But a figure released by private companies Markit and HSBC indicated that the nation's factory activity was contracting.
The drop in global factory activity was driven by declines in new orders, especially in the export sector. That increases fears that a slowdown will continue into the summer months.
Continue reading for a chart that lists PMIs from a variety of countries. Readings above 50 indicate expansion.


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Paper page: 29-30
Under "Stored Fetch Requests" the x-code compiler utilizes "Editor" not design to access Add Fetch Request or Add Fetched Property. The screenshot on page 30 uses "bigMeals" as the fetch request template, while the template name in the code example is "allIngredients". It would be nice to have clarification that the fetch request and template are one in the same. PS the box on 31 is nice clarification between fetch requests and fetched properties.--Heather Smart
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Breakfast Meatball
Who says meatballs are only for dinner? This version is made with sausage and topped with a fried egg. It's a perfect addition to a brunch if you want to impress your guests with something different, but also easy enough for a weekday morning. Serve over mixed greens for a super healthy, filling breakfast.
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 teaspoon ground sage
- 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 eggs
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
To make the meatballs, combine all of the ingredients except the oil in a bowl and mix well. Divide into four portions and form them into a meatball. Lay on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until cooked through.
After you remove the meatballs from the oven, fry the eggs in a non-stick skillet until done to your liking. Top each meatball with an egg, and serve.


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Dubai an iconic sightseeing place known as most visited city in the world. Have you ever seen Dubai in a different perspective?
Below we are describing some options you should consider while visiting Dubai.
Important Dubai Excursions
World's tallest building. A living wonder. Stunning work of art. Incomparable feat of engineering. Burj Khalifa is all that. In concept and execution, Burj Khalifa has no peer.
More than just the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa is an unprecedented example of international cooperation, symbolic beacon of progress, and an emblem of the new, dynamic and prosperous Middle East.
It is also tangible proof of Dubai's growing role in a changing world. In fewer than 30 years, this city has transformed itself from a regional centre to a global one. This success was not based on oil reserves, but on reserves of human talent, ingenuity and initiative. Burj Khalifa embodies that vision.
Mr Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman, Emaar Properties, said: "Burj Khalifa goes beyond its imposing physical specifications. In Burj Khalifa, we see the triumph of Dubai's vision of attaining the seemingly impossible and setting new benchmarks. It is a source of inspiration for every one of us in Emaar. The project is a declaration of the emirate's capabilities and of the resolve of its leaders and people to work hand in hand on truly awe-inspiring projects.
Emaar had but one inspiration, the unflagging enthusiasm set in motion by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, who inspires us to reach for the stars.
Dubai Dhow Boat Cruise
Experience an enchanting 2.5-hour cruise with dinner onboard a traditional dhow boat. Climb aboard the traditional wooden boat and admire the views of Dubai's former trading center. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner and have your hands decorated with henna.
Enjoy a romantic dinner on a traditional dhow boat with fantastic views of Dubai. After a short drive to Dubai Creek, you will board a traditional wooden boat and gently cruise through the natural estuary of the city. You will be welcomed onboard with a drink before experiecing a fantastic evening with views of Dubai's former trading center. You will pass by historical buildings and old palaces located on the waterfront. Admire the gold and spice markets, Sheikh Saeed's house, and the heritage village at the entrance of the estuary. During the cruise you can enjoy a traditional buffet dinner with international dishes. You can also have your hand decorated with traditional henna painting.