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Break ups, break downs and Mummy on the Orient Express (2014) | Randomwhoness: a Doctor Who blog by Johnny Spandrell. Sampling stories in random order.
We can be a bit shallow, us fans. We love a good monster. We’ll forgive a lot when a story features a proper, Hinchcliffe level, scary beast. And Mummy on the Orient Express has a cracker of a monster in the shape of the Foretold (Jamie Hill).
Too scary to put on the promos, it’s a grimy, cadaverous thing which makes the lot from Pyramids of Mars look welcomingly cuddly. It’s not just the empty decaying face of it, but also its slow relentless walk, always dragging that one foot behind it. The skinny, grasping arm stretching out at its victim’s face. Plus the onscreen countdown, adding a real time tension to proceedings. No wonder DWM readers voted this story best of breed in 2014.
However, being so in love with this story’s ghoulish brute, I think we have collectively papered over a few holes in the plot. The Foretold, we’re told, is an old soldier, who should be long dead, but is being kept alive by technology and will keep on killing until it gets orders to stop. Which is all well and good, but why is he a mummy? Was this alien war based in ancient Egypt? Is there a planet of the Mummies out there somewhere? What’s going on?
Then there’s Gus (John Sessions) the omnipresent, homicidal onboard computer, a direct descendant of 2001‘s Hal. It’s Gus, it turns out, which has orchestrated the whole affair, and brought the Foretold to the train, along with a group of scientists to divine the monster’s origins and purpose. To what end, though, we never find out. Let alone who built and programmed Gus, or what he was planning to do with a killer Mummy wth a gammy leg.
Incidentally… MOTOE features a corker of an example of a Doctor Who quirk I like to keep my eye on: characters who should have lines, but don’t.
The simplest example I can think of happens in City of Death. Two heavies, played by extras (making them extra heavies, ha ha), have been employed by Scarlioni to spy on the Doctor. They appear at the top of the scene, but instead of giving their report, we just hear Scarlioni commend them on their work. They leave without saying a word. By all rights, they should have lines. But that would mean paying them more. So they remain silent, in the face of all credulity.
This happens not infrequently in old Who, less often in new Who. In MOTOE though, it’s back with a vengeance. It transpires that the passengers are not just any old trainspotters, but eminent scientists Gus has brought together to study the Foretold. Experts in their fields! A whole carriage of them! Working together on a wicked problem! And none of them ever say a thing. Very weird.
One more strange plot development. As the end of episode approaches, everything has to be wrapped up quickly, so the train suddenly explodes. Next thing we know, the Doctor (P-Cap) is waiting for Clara (J-Cole) to wake up on a beach. Turns out he managed to teleport everyone on board the train into the TARDIS before the explosion. Then he returned them all to a nearby planet.
Which is all fine… but why did he then drag Clara out of the TARDIS and on to the beach? He couldn’t have explained the plot to her in the TARDIS?
I know, I know. Shut up and look at the scary monster!
The other thing going on here is the break up of the Doctor and Clara.
She spends the episode questioning her relationship with him. There are a few crucial moments which punctuate this uncertainty: when she complies with his request to lie to Maisie (Daisy Beaumont) and bring her to him, when she realises the Doctor brought her to the Orient Express expecting trouble and didn’t tell her, when the Doctor takes Maisie’s place as the Foretold’s target and when the Doctor then saves everyone. Clara’s emotions rollercoaster accordingly.
Then she makes an interesting choice; she lies to Danny Pink (Samuel Anderson) and recommits to travelling with the Doctor. It’s a confusing choice because the Doctor’s the same spiky, manipulative grump he was at the beginning of the episode. So why would the events of Mummy on the Orient Express change her mind?
The answer is, of course, they don’t. It wouldn’t matter what happened in this episode, Clara was always going back to the Doctor. Because she is, as she hints in the final scenes, addicted to this lifestyle. This is another aspect to the darker side of Clara’s personality as explored in Series 8. She’s an addict, a liar and a cheater. She’s the Doctor’s proxy, which sometimes means being as sly and underhanded as he can be.
I gather from my discussions with various casual viewers I know that Clara’s not the most popular of companions. But I think she’s one of the most well rounded, if confounding, characters the new series has given us. Other companions have had depth, but have essentially been angels. Amy, for instance, could be fiery and flighty, but we were never in any doubt that she was 100% a good person.
With Clara, that distinction is much less clear. So as much as the Doctor asks during this series, “am I a good man?” we are just as often shown that Clara is just as morally ambiguous. And if we needed any further proof, when we get to the end of this season, they will part ways, each on the back of mutual lies to the other.
This caginess fits particularly well with this episode, where everybody is hiding something about themselves. Mrs Pitt (Janet Henfrey) is a grandmother masquerading as a mother. Maisie is hiding her hatred of her. Quell (David Bamber) is concealing a dysfunctional past. Gus pretends to be courteous mein host. And Chief Engineer Perkins (Frank Skinner) has nothing to hide, but acts shifty and secretive anyway. Because on a murder mystery, that’s what happens. Here, it’s not so much that everyone’s a suspect, just that everyone’s suspect.
And the Doctor? Well, he’s the one exception. Sure, he might have brought Clara here under false pretenses, but otherwise he doesn’t try at all to hide who he is. He’s a brilliant, brittle, uncompromising alien. Clara can’t help but love him, because despite all his crazy contradictions, he can, when he wants to, show us the most captivating monster contained within.
A bit like us fans and Mummy on the Orient Express.
LINK TO The Savages: victims being drained of their life force.
NEXT TIME: What have we learned today? More Capaldi, Coleman and scary monsters as we go Into the Dalek.
Speaking to Mathieson at the WHOlanta convention in May 2017 he confirmed that the non-speaking scientists were indeed extras and forbidden from being given lines. And the whole “half of them were holograms!” wheeze was created as an excuse to hire fewer extras for fewer days as well!
See also all those sad, lineless CERN staff in Extremis. There are loads of examples in Classic Who too. It’s just the City of Death example that sticks in my mind!
Those CERN extras were so despondent at having no lines they just went and blew themselves up!


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Nestled in the foothills of the Swiss Alps, Lucerne is surrounded by soaring peaks and fertile vineyards, where diverse grape varietals thrive in the sun-soaked earth. On this wine-tasting tour, visit Lucerne and the Kastanienbaum region’s vineyards and winemakers, and sample the delicate wines in production accompanied by Swiss cheeses and fresh bread. With your guide on hand to capture your day on camera, travel by boat, bus, and gondola, and see the best of Lucerne in one day.
Lucerne, Switzerland sports a vibrant wine scene, set amid the area’s lakes and mountains. This tour starts with a 30-minute cruise on Lake Lucerne, or a scenic 15-minute bus ride, before trying four of the area’s most innovative wine blends. You’ll learn about the Old World traditions and new winemaking approaches. After the tour, you’ll head back to Lucerne, with the option of adding on a trip to the city’s castle or a walking tour.
Want to experience Lucerne like a local?For art, architecture, natural wonders,culture, and culinary art Lucerne is one of the great treasure of Europe. Steeped in history and tradition, food and wine are the heart and soul of its culture. Your journey is as much about the sites and beautiful alpine landscapes as it is about experiencing the Swiss Wine and Cheese, providing a balance between fueling your spirit and feeding your soul.Join me in a private walking tour discovering Lucerne highlights which includes: Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge, Old city wall, Lucerne castle and wine tasting with snacks included in one of the best culinary places and Vinothek by the Reuss River in Lucerne.

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We're two weeks into 2018 and your health and wellness game is on point. When you find yourself waning (wait for it—it happens to the best of us), and in need of novel food/fitness tips, recipes and all around good vibes to fuel your body and mind resolutions, look no further than How You Glow, a healthy lifestyle blog founded by natural foods chef and holistic nutritionist Tara Sowlaty and Jessie De Lowe, certified yoga instructor and art therapist. Because Tara's feed oozes wanderlust and natural beauty, naturally, we crushed hard on her. Below, Tara talks leaving fashion for entrepreneurship, her favorite natural and organic beauty products, and her destination packing essentials.
You’re a creative director, natural foods chef, and holistic nutritionist. How did you get into those roles?
I’ve been obsessed with aesthetics since day one. I had a fashion line in high school with my sister, Roxy, and always thought I’d be in fashion forever. I graduated from college with a business degree, and an emphasis on entrepreneurship, because I always knew I wanted to work for myself. It wasn’t until I was diagnosed with a digestive disorder (Crohn’s) that I got into wellness and realized how incredible the power of food really is! The rest followed super naturally, as I blended my passion for food, health and creativity into one.
Why did you and Jessie decide to create "How You Glow"?
We created How You Glow because we wanted to create a wellness destination that had a more chic and modern approach. We both believe that health really has to do with finding the vibrancy wherever you are, everyday. It’s not just about green juice and chia seeds, it’s about finding that amazing book, the best cookie, amazing travel spots and beyond. We aim to find the goodness and share it with others. That’s where the magic happens.
Tell us a little about your everyday beauty routine.
My everyday beauty routine is pretty streamlined and simple, and usually leans more on natural products. I like my hair more on the undone vibe. After the shower, I load my hair up on OUAI Rose Hair & Body Oil, and braid my hair, so that I get natural and chill waves. I’m not so into super straight hair or blow drying. My makeup routine is similarly chill, I love a good cheek and strong lashes. I’ve become obsessed with Kosas lipsticks too, they have the best neutral shade range, and they recently came out with cheek blush and creams which are amazing too. For lashes I use W3ll People Mascara mostly, and when I need some extra drama Lancôme Hypnose Mascara is really the best.
What’s your favorite way to refresh hair after a sweaty workout or yoga sesh?
OUAI Rose Hair & Body Oil!
By the looks of your feed, you’re quite the jetsetter—what do you always pack on trips?
I always travel with essential oils, my crystals, and Jao Hand Sanitizer. I also always pack healthy snacks; turmeric Kore shots, something fresh like an apple, a Perfect protein bar or Elemental Bar, and some dried fruit. I almost always pack carry-on, so travel-sized beauty products are key as well as travel bottles from my favorite Japanese wares shop Muji.
What’s a beauty or health hack every girl should know?
Beauty and health truly start from within, when we are happy and confident that goodness radiates outwards and creates space for more beauty and wellness. In terms of products, I really think that beauty is prescriptive and the best tip I could give is to find the products that work best for YOU.
Do you swear by any DIY recipes or ingredients for shiny, healthy hair?
What are 3 things you’re obsessed with right now?
Ah so many! Nucifera Balm, True Botanicals Nutrient Mist, MZSkin Golden Eye Treatment Masks, KNC Beauty Lip Masks, Vintner’s Daughter Botanical Serum.
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Good evening TME, fellow TMs and honored guest. My topic tonight is very significant. I have taken great pains in trying to answer one of the fundamental questions that have been puzzling the human race since the dawn of time.
Why indeed. What on earth could have possible induced this poor fowl to undertake such a perilous journey. You see ladies and gentlemen, as long as there have been roads and poultry, there has always been this profound question about the crossing of the chicken. In fact, this question is so important that some people believe its answer contains the secret to all the mysteries of the universe. Many great people have tried explaining this phenomenon and I would now present you their thoughts.
Before I start though, we must dispel all skeptics from the crowd. We must be able to say for sure that the chicken actually crossed the road. For this purpose, I would call upon the words of the ultimate believer – FBI Special Agent Fox Mulder. Mulder would say - You saw the chicken cross the road with your own eyes. How many chickens must cross the road before you believe it? How many Scully?
Now that we believe, let us start with a taking a religious viewpoint. Let us start with the words of Buddha. Buddha once observed that asking this question – Why the chicken crossed the road denies your own chicken nature. Annnnddd if you are wondering what that means? …. Do not look at me. I have no idea what so ever too.
Now if you are like me and you can’t understand the depth of the above statement, perhaps Moses would make more sense to you – Moses proclaimed once long ago in Jeruselam - And God came down from the Heavens, and He said unto the chicken, "Thou shalt cross the road." And the chicken crossed the road, and there was much rejoicing in the world.
Oh well, if religion doesn’t provide the explanation that you seek, perhaps philosophy is the key. Let us visit Ralph Waldo Emerson - widely regarded as one of America's most influential author, philosopher and thinker from the early 19th century. Now according to Raplfie, the chicken did not cross the road but he transcended it. Once again, if you have no idea what that means, join the club.
Alright, so philosophy did not help us. Lets us try looking at it in a evolutionary manner. Perhaps Darwin can help us shed some light. The father of evolution figured that: Chickens, over great periods of time, have been naturally selected in such a way that they are now genetically disposed to cross roads… It was after all, the logical next step after coming down from the trees.
Then again maybe not…what we need I think - is a scientific explanation. Quantified measurements and logical reasoning. We present this question to Einstein and the most acclaimed physicist of our time replied that whether the chicken crossed the road or the road moved beneath the chicken depends upon your frame of reference. Well, Einstein was too smart for the rest of us anyway.
His predecessor had a similar notion about chickens too. Mr, excuse me I mean Sir Isaac Newton theorized that Chickens at rest tend to stay at rest. Chickens in motion tend to cross the road. He was absolutely right too… As anyone trying to stop a moving bus would tell you.
Since I’m running short on time, I would wrap it up by repeating what my Grandpa told me about the chickens in general. He may not have been as famous or influential as the previous mentioned people but he made a whole lot more sense, as senior members would probably agree. My grandpa always used to say - In my day, we didn't ask why the chicken crossed the road. Someone told us that the chicken had crossed the road, and that was good enough for us.
9th April 2004. The day that we were all waiting for had finally arrived. Off to the land of strawberries and tea! We began our departure shortly after meeting up at the Super Club. As agreed, the rest of the troop traveled in Bing’s car while Carol. Delia and I traveled in Vijay’s. With a sense of excitement we began our four-hour long journey to Cameron. Vijay and I did what men do best; navigating and operating heavy machinery, while the Carol and Delia did what women do best; taking care of watermelons and catching up on sleep. Not long after we arrived at MNS Boh Tea. The place is impressive, with rolling hills peppered with tea bushes and trees. It was a beautiful sight to behold. Vijay must had been inspired by the view too, because not long after we arrived he began passionately sharing with us his novel idea of selling mutton from goats fed with tea leaves. With thoughts of fame, fortune and caffeinated goats, we got out of our cars and headed for the campsite watched intensely by a curious bird.
It was another bright beautiful day in my personal home up in the hills. Acres of rolling hills covered by a soothing carpet of green tea plants. Life cannot get better that this or so I thought.
It was about 1pm and the whole place was abuzz. The noise was unbelievable. The place, which those humans call Man’s Nauseating Society, was crawling with those hairless apes. I should have disappeared and flew off to my uncle Hawking’s place for the weekend but I had the date with Robin later and I cannot possibly miss that.
The dorms were well equipped and comfortable. I was particularly fascinated with the water heater. It uses cooking gas instead of electricity to heat up water. It was like bathing with a kitchen stove. Not long after we gathered at the main dorm/hall for lunch. That’s where we met the kitchen maestro, Mrs. Moorthy, the person responsible for stuffing us with delicious food for the next 2 days. After lunch, Bing, Keat Ky and Terence went off to clear up the trail for tomorrow’s jungle trek. The rest of us retired to our dorms. Alex, Vijay, Calvin and I were enjoying the view at the veranda and sharing a good conversation when two birds flew into our room. One of the two immediately flew back out when it sensed imminent danger. However the other one stayed behind and seemed to take fancy with our ceiling light. With the thoughts of tasty roasted bird wings for tea time, I switched on the lights, in hope of electrocuting it.
Those human sure are weird. There was this one who was really ugly and he kept on flipping the light switch whenever I tried to rest on the bulb… What was he thinking!? Trying to electrocute me or something… Stupid Human!
After consuming the delicious tea prepared by Mrs. Moorthy, we gathered at the veranda again to play a game of cards. We had a few interesting games. But what was more interesting was the punishment that awaited those who lost. Vijay and Calvin, being the last players to lose, got the worst punishment of all; they had to spell “Mississippi” with their rear ends, while hugging each other, front to back. After that they couldn’t look each other in the eye for the rest of the day.
I still cannot get over the fact that Robin ran off. I was that close. Instead of brushing some feathers together with my sweetheart, I get to watch two humans getting really close. Odd thing was, I could have sworn they were both males.
10th April 2004. Woke up to my hand phone’s alarm. Not too cold though which was surprising. But then again, looking at how Vijay was shuddering even under 5 layers of clothing, maybe it was a bit chilly. We had to pack our own lunch for the trek up to Gunung Cantik. It was tuna sandwiches. We started at about nine. The first one hour was a killer but like the view it got better. Breathtaking hills covered by endless rows of tea plants. Pictures or words never do justice to a place like this. You have to be there to appreciate it. We trekked up for quite a while. Shandy and her sister, Yelonda were left to rest as they were tired out. The last mile of the trek was through a forest. It was dense. Oh well, goodbye civilization!
Well, that’s the last of the group. I hope Porky the wild pig gores them. But not all of them went through the woods, two was left behind. One seems to be trailing behind in the distance. Moments later, she disappeared through the forest too. The other one is taking the wrong trek. I smell trouble… Goodie!
It was not very hard getting to the peak. The initial stage was more challenging. Nonetheless, we were glad when Bing cried out “5 minutes more to the peak” in her giggly voice. I was looking forward to the view. Slipping past the last branch, I came upon the highest peak of Gunung Cantik. The view was shocking…… It was not cantik (beautiful) at all. It was overgrown with trees. A small patch of flat grass with no view. Gunung Cantik indeed!
Lunch was quick. Before long, we were trekking back down. Nothing beats a watermelon after a long hard trek. Good wisdom from Bing as she insisted we bring along the fruit. What a peaceful and sedentary life… Suddenly, Shandy rushed up out of breath and worried. Yelonda was missing she gasped!
Something is wrong at the MNS place. They came back in high spirits. Annoyingly high but all seems to be deadly quiet now. I sense panic in the air. I think there is something to do with one of the humans going missing. Seconds later, a few of them left for the forest again. Let me go in for a closer look.
Bing went up with a local man and some of our non-TM friends to find Yelonda. We were all intensely worried. Our trip to the tea factory had to be delayed. To keep ourselves preoccupied, we used Bing’s bird spying lenses to keep track of her search party. It was hard work though as this silly bird kept on obstructing my view.
So, they did find her at last. Boy! Did that missing human looked worn out. She looked as if she went head to head with Porky. What a celebration. The humans were noisier than usual tonight. No one can sleep with that racket. So much laughter and merriment for such a small company. Must be because of the alcohol they were consuming.
Morning came about quickly. I still have not slept. However, things are looking up. The pesky humans are packing. Let me give them a going away present for two days of hell.
11th April 2004. What a night. Games galore. David Ingram came up with a whole host of games which got everyone roused up. I still can’t believe that Alex won the marshmallow competition despite my aesthetic burned to the crisp entry.
Oh well! Its time to say “So long Cameron!”. Bye bye Mrs. Moorthy… Bye bye tea plants. Bye bye gas powered water heater. Bye bye Birdie. Hey! Wait a minute, I recognize that bird. What is he trying to do?! Looks like he is gonna…. Oh no! Vijay, look out! Your windscreen. SPLOSH!
Gross… Darn bird. I’ll fry you next time! We’ll be back!
Haha. Bulls eye! Bye bye humans. There is plenty more where that came from. Come again. I’ll be waiting!

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Knock-Out (TM) Roses planted 2013 with Grant from NJ DOT. A shrub naturally maturing to 5′ tall if left un-pruned.
Knock Out (R) Roses, Rosa radrazz “Knock Out”, is a modern rose whose breeders wanted all the beauty of the classic Rose in a sturdy, pest free shrub. Readily available, there are now many colors and a double Knock Out for the home landscape gardener to enjoy.
Look for our roses in all of the garden beds along the curb line of the Dumont Shade Tree Arboretum.

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Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity (FAHFH) is pleased to announce it has received a $100,000 grant from the Simply East Fund that will provide the foundation for FAHFH launching a critical repair program in the B Street area as part of its neighborhood revitalization efforts.
A check presentation ceremony will take place at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, February 20 at the Minor Street Church of God, 505 Minor Street.
“This grant provides the resources needed to do critical repairs to homes in an area that we have identified as a priority for neighborhood revitalization. There is no doubt that families living in homes in desperate need of repair will see a change in their community.” said Tammy Laurence, FAHFH CEO. “We see these hard-working families as the backbone of the history of Fayetteville, and we are delighted that Simply East Fund has agreed to be one of our investors.
The neighborhood revitalization effort for the B Street area has been operating for two years. FAHFH has facilitated the successful organization of a coalition made up of residents, business owners, faith leaders, city council representatives, and community volunteers. This coalition is the first step of the asset-based community development program used to revitalize neighborhoods.
The Simply East Fund grant will enable the FAHFH affiliate to address the critical needs of families and elderly individuals living in low to moderate income housing that may be considered substandard based on living conditions. The homes targeted may need roofing due to leaking; flooring due to holes or broken wood; and weatherization and repair of other structural issues.
Funds will be allocated to supplies needed for home repair, staffing, and volunteer management materials.
Simply East Fund seeks to improve the quality of life for the economically challenged by supporting social service organizations that have impact and are doing the most good in Eastern, North Carolina.

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Pirilampo is located in a natural reserve with breathtaking views. The hills of Monchique are ideal for hiking and there are hiking trails for everyone, as the level of difficulty and lenght vary enormously. Take a look at the municipal website of Monchique to get an idea of these trails.
The village (5 minute drive) has nice terraces, pictoresque streets, churches and all the facilities you need such as supermarket, postoffice and banks. Pirilampo is located in the middle of nature but is not isolated, two restaurants are on a 5 minute walk from the house.
Algarve is famous for its beautiful small and idyllic beaches. In half an hour from Pirilampo you will reach the south coast. The cliffs of this coast are impressive and the water has a very pleasant temperature. Portimão and Lagos are two nice towns with good and quiet beaches which also offer boat trips to visit the sea caves along the coast.
If you prefer unspoiled nature and a wilder sea then you should pay a visit to ‘Costa Vicentina’ on the west Coast, at about one hour from our place.
There are many activities along the coast such as golf, surf and sailing schools, boat trips, horse riding and safari trips to the interior of Algarve. Close to Pirilampo (20 minute drive) there is the Morgado golf course, well kown for its beautiful and well maintained courses.


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1. Pre-heat your oven to 180degrees/ gas mark 4.
2. Finely chop your onion and garlic and fry on a low heat, in a small amount of oil until soft.
3. Whilst your onion and garlic are frying pour a small amount of plain flour into a bowl. Placing each piece of beef into the bowl, ensure they are all lightly covered in plain flour and add to the frying pan. Fry until brown all over.
3. Once the beef is fried, make up the required amount of gravy. I made a pint but you may want more depending on the size of your pie. Once made pour into the pan.
4. Once the gravy is added, pour in your mixed veg, crush in your beef stock cube and add the mustard until it too your required taste. Allow the veg to heat up for about 5 minutes before removing from the heat.
6. Apply a good amount of butter all over your pie dish, Roll out your pastry to the desired size and line the bottom of your tin ensuring you leave some pastry hanging over the side of the dish.
7. Place your filling into the dish. Roll out the pastry to the desired size and place over the top. push down around the end of the dish to ensure your pastry has sealed the edge of the dish. Using a knife cut off any extra dough hanging over the dough to make your pie look tidy.
8. using a fork, lightly poke some holes into the top of your and brush over with some milk or a beaten egg.
9. Place your pie into the oven to cook for approximately an hour. When golden brown all over it is ready.

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Kid Flash X says this about ABS-CBN: "...they're idiots."
According to him, ABS-CBN snubbed Retz -- taped his interview segment for Pinoy Big Brother Revealed, and then did not show the interview.
The reason (from Retz' point of view): ABS-CBN does not see the value of blogs.
Kid Flash X says blogs create buzz for the television shows, and that's an intangible value for the show. And if ABS-CBN does not recognize that, then they're idiots, according to KFX.
You'll also hear about Manong Guard's brother who was interviewed by ABS-CBN. The interview was not aired. Something else was aired, though. Check out their podcast episode today.
To ABS-CBN: Do you monitor blogs?

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With Readly you can read Motor Boat & Yachting and thousands of other magazines on your tablet and smartphone. Get access to all with just one subscription. New releases and back issues – all included.
With over 100 years of continuous publication, Motor Boat & Yachting is Europe's premier motor cruising magazine. MBY's boat tests are acknowledged as the most authoritative in the business and its technical coverage is without equal. Motor Boat & Yachting is part of IPC's marine portal website YBW.com. YBW.com is the UK's leading marine community website.

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After the gifted postpaid users. Reliance Jio are Come up for prepaid user and launched “Holiday Hungama Offers” Now you can do recharge Rs. 299 Instead of Rs. 399 Plan and Get Benefits of 100 Rs. Instant Discount Offers For Prepaid Users. All users can get on my Jio App also.
Reliance Jio offer has launched From 1 June and its valid till 15 June 2018. From September 2016 Reliance Jio are Continuously come up with Dhamaka Offers. Nowadays One more instant discount dhamaka offers has been launched by Jio.
See. How you can get Benefits From This Holiday Hungama Offers.
Prepaid Users Will get 50 Rs. Cashback Voucher While they will do recharge from Jio App.
If you pay via phonepe then you will get extra 50 Rs. Cashback .
This offers is valid only limited Time Period. And you can get benefits till 15 June 2018.
Jio has launched Plan on Holiday Season that’s why Name taken “Holiday Hungama Offer”.
In the New Offer You will get Unlimited Monthly Service Only rs. 100 and Daily 1.5 GB DATA.
Let me tell you that The Offer of Reliance Jio Rs. 399 is for three month. If you reduce the discount of Rs. 100 then this only Costs Rs. 299. If this calculates the monthly cost, then a prepaid user will have to spend only Rs. 100 per month.
Reliance Jio is one the best Telecom network in Market and also Jio has crash all network from last 2 year. All Networks like Vodafone,Airtel, Telenore, TATA Docomo, BSNL, Idea etc. are heart Due to only through JIO.

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“Personas” are a buzz word in the marketing world – in fact, the term has become so common that it’s in danger of falling into the annals of meaningless jargon that people throw around, but stop paying attention to.
From inbound marketing, to sales leads, to social media strategies, “personas” are buckets that teams classify their buyers into, without doing enough research into whether their persona categories make sense (anymore), or if they were even classified correctly to begin with. Having personas defined seems to check some sort of marketing box, and that’s often where the process ends.
Which is a dangerous trap to fall into.
Because creating accurate personas – and crafting your product, marketing, and sales strategy around these personas – is one of the most powerful sales strategies a company can take.
Okay, so let’s start off with the basics. Unless you’re selling custom ballet point slippers exclusively to the principal female dancers of the San Francisco Ballet, you are not in the homogenous product category. It’s safe to say that almost no product falls into a homogenous-buyer category. Even within highly specialized industries, such as cybersecurity endpoint detection software, there are still very distinct categories of customers whom you need to understand and message to. A mid-level security analyst at a firm with 10,000 employees is an entirely different customer from a Chief Information Security Officer at a startup with 200 employees, yet they both may be looking at your endpoint solution. If you’re trying to speak to them the same way, it’s likely you’re going to be missing some key pain points and omitting opportunities to better catch their attention.
Therefore, start there: Recognizing that you have distinct buying personas within your customer-audience. And you know what? It’s totally okay if you don’t understand who they all may be, or how they’re different from each other. We’ll get to that point in a minute.
It’s a fascinating phenomenon that even in our hyper-data world, companies are still frequently at a loss about who exactly buys their products. But you can probably make some assumptions. Talk to your sales team – who are they interacting with the most frequently? Who do they seem to have the most success with? Once you’ve chatted up your sales team, head over to your social marketing folks. Who do they build their campaigns around? What seems to drive the most traffic? If you have some data folks in house, pick their brains, too. What types of patterns are they seeing in clicks and conversions?
From these conversations, you should be able to put together a basic idea of various job titles, age splits (Millennials, Gen X, Baby Boomers), and industry types for your consumers. Segment them as much as you’re able to – this data will come in handy for the next step.
Once you’ve identified who your buyers most likely are, hand this data over to a market research firm. Okay, so for the sake of a good illustration, let’s say that you work with us – InterQ Research – on this project. Our process would be to take your preliminary categories and use this to build a survey. Depending on the project and product, we’d deploy it exclusively to your customers, or to a broader audience to see how your product fits into their overall purchasing patterns. This helps us to distill down distinctions between buyer types. We then plug in the findings from this survey into secondary research databases (MRI is one of our go-to’s). This allows us to look at broader patterns within persona populations, so we can measure attitudes, household makeup, demographics, favorite brands, etc.
After doing some distilling and hunting, we’ll form enough of a persona profile to start recruiting for the qualitative portion of our research. We may use a methodology of focus groups, in-depth interviews, or even ethnographies to give us up-close and elaborate feedback from people who fit within your personas.
The qualitative aspect of persona research is really key, because it allows us to tease out attitudes, behaviors, and opinions from your buying audiences. All of this data, collectively, is then filtered into a final report. The report gives your team a go-to-market strategy on how to develop products for, market to, and sell to the very diverse population who you want to buy your product.
Getting persona categories correct takes a lot of work, and it requires research – both quantitative and qualitative. If you make general assumptions and box people into personas you think make sense, you are missing out on some key opportunities to better capture your audiences’ attention. Setting up personas correctly and following the strategy to reach them is one of the most powerful drivers you can take to increase sales and build your brand.


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Me and Treasure Tress teamed up to host a brunch in New York!! On the same weekend as the amazing Curlfest event.
Me and one of my favourite natural haircare brands, Boucleme teamed up to host a brunch based around the topic of natural ingredients!
The second every 'Get My Curls Back!' brunch was held in Manchester! It was another great get together of curlies sharing their hair journeys and gaining valuable advice.
My first ever 'Get My Curls Back!' brunch, a get together to discuss hair, transitioning tips, hair struggles and routines. All guests recieved a goodie bag & healthy hair journal.
In August 2017 I held my very first curly girl picnic in London, Hyde Park! We had curl talk, a product hunt and enjoyed jam packed goodie bags!
Back in May 2017, Shannon held her first ever event! It was an evening of cocktails, mingling and celebrating the 'Get My Curls Back!' launch. Curly girls arrived in style at the 3Thirty hair salon in Shoreditch, London. You can buy 'Get My Curls Back!' via Amazon.


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Your contributions help fund Melissa's Hope Scholarships and Grants. No amount is too small!
Have fun supporting a great cause! We hold 3 annual fundraisers you can join in!
We have a number of volunteer opportunities for both individuals and organizations.
Shop online via Goodshop.com to save money AND raise funds for Melissa’s Hope at no extra cost! Goodshop will donate up to 20% of each online purchase you make to us, helping fund our scholarships and grants.
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By organizing a fundraising event, you can play an important role in the work of Melissa’s Hope. While enjoying yourself with a fun event, you will also be supporting the education of future care providers and children with special needs.
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I’ve been reading and searching online about how to make our brand new wooden floor to keep its shine. There were so many natural ways on how to keep the maintenance. However, I’m looking for the easiest way. Glad to know that I can make keep the shine without possibly spending more money on it, moreover I find it very cheap and environmentally friendly.
I don’t need to get one from the store since I already have one at home. Very simple cleaning for every house would definitely have this product; you only need distilled apple vinegar. I never thought that distilled vinegar helps you in so many ways.
Instead of using those harmful chemicals, I used the vinegar. I soaked the mop and applied it on our wooden floor. It’s a little bit funky for the smell of vinegar reeks; it’s pretty normal nevertheless, when it dries out the smell goes away.
You can tell by the difference, I have taken pictures on it’s before and after. I don’t know if you can tell either. Better try this then you’ll find out. To those who share this genius and cheapest way. Thank you.
I love using products that don't contain harmful chemicals. I also use vinegar to clean my floor. I am like you and don't love the smell but it does get the job done.
I have used vinegar several times over the past year. I love the results but still have a hard time with the smell. But it sure does a good job!
Vinegar has so many great use. I use it once in a while in my dishwasher.
Vinegar is such a great cleaner, I love that it is safe and oddly like the scent of it.
we don't have wooden floors but i also use vinegar to clean my tiled floor.
Nice tip mommy. I will use this tip when cleaning my MIL's house as they have wooden floors and ours is made of carpet.
Being an "old" person that blogs, I use this neat cleaning trick all the time.


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Creating content is 1/2 the battle with Social Media.
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Air transport is the fastest mode of transport that allows you to transport goods to another continent within couple of hours. Rhenus offers air freight services as part of line and charter shipments as well as handling non-standard transport orders. Regardless of the type of transported goods, Rhenus provides professional service of non-standard air shipments. Many years of experience in the industry and high quality standards are the reliability of the air transport services offered by Rhenus.
Sea freight belongs to the key transport branches for goods imported from distant corners of the world. Ocean transport includes containerized, groupage and bulk supplies. Sea transport is one of the most economical types of transportation of goods with large volume, weight and quantity of cargo. Sea shipping, apart from transport by ship on regular shipping lines, also covers the entire spectrum of additional services, including port and customs services. Rhenus has an extensive network of sea forwarding offices offering a wide range of specialized logistic freight services. Rhenus provides solutions tailored to the needs of customers by offering intermodal transport.

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The MRAP is a type of Modern Armoured Military Vehicle currently in service with the US, British and other western armies.
Together with 2 partners we have built 3 replica vehicles for use in TV and Film productions. All 3 vehicles are available to hire singly or jointly. Contact the site Owner Duncan Nicholson to discuss your requirements.


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VIDEO CAMERA still from robbery of a bank inside a supermarket in West Garden Grove (GGPD image).
A bank inside a busy supermarket was held up Monday morning in West Garden Grove. According to Lt. Carl Whitney of the Garden Grove Police Department, the robbery took place around 10:45 a.m. at the US Bank inside the Vons store at 11861 Valley View St.
The suspect is described as a white male, 30 to 40 years old, 6-foot-one inches tall, 170 lbs., with brown hair and a small goatee. He entered the store, picked a shopping cart and walked to a teller window at the bank and presented a note demanding money.
The teller gave the suspect an undisclosed amount of cash. Then, the suspect left on foot through the west doors of the market and walked towards Valley View Street. No vehicle was seen.
Witnesses or anyone with information about the suspect are asked to contact the GGPD or the local FBI office. Garden Grove detectives can be reached at (714) 741-5800.

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No, not just the chai cupcakes – which, seriously, are yum on a major scale.
Not just the buttercream, made by my sweet friend J.
But planning something with a good friend or two who have your back. Planning something with people who get as excited as me about the color of the paper plates. Because they’re happy for me.
I haven’t always had that, and I’m so grateful.


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Find amazing deals on innovative and comfortable swimwear from Body Glove!
Body Glove – inventor of the first practical wetsuit – is still the professional and hobbyist’s best resource for top-quality dive and surf wear. Get wetsuits, boardshorts, bikinis, aquatic shoes, and more for less with Body Glove coupon codes.
In addition to performance wear, you’ll also find women’s swimwear and apparel, men’s boardshorts, hats, sunglasses, and other Body Glove apparel. Check out the Body Glove blog to see these innovative suits in action, then get going for less with Body Glove promo codes.

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All Canadians deserve to live with dignity in retirement, but saving enough can be difficult. Canadians are not saving enough money for their retirements. 12 million people don’t have a pension plan, and 600,000 people over 65 live in poverty.
CARP is fighting for CPP enhancements for future generations so all Canadians enjoy a better retirement, no matter where they live.


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Caroline Flack engagement ring - when did Andrew Brady propose and will she give it back now they've split?
Caroline Flack engagement ring – when did Andrew Brady propose and will she give it back now they’ve split?
CAROLINE Flack and Andrew Brady's whirlwind romance came to a crashing end not long after he popped the question.
What was Caroline Flack's engagement ring?
Caroline Flack's engagement ring was a sparkly diamond band.
She showed off the ring just minutes after entering the Love Island villa as the fourth series kicked off on ITV.
The ring also made an appearance when she walked the red carpet at the BAFTAS.
Caroline has also posted pics on Instagram which proudly show off her rock - such as a snap of her holding an espresso martini.
What will Caroline do with the ring now that they've split?
Caroline Flack was spotted wearing her ring after announcing her split from Andrew Brady.
The Love Island host was seen flashing her diamond sparkler just 24 hours after confirming the engagement was over.
Caroline, 38, was seen out in London the day after announcing the split and the bling was clearly visible on her left hand.
The telly star wore a white shirt and cut-off denim shorts and hid her eyes behind dark sunglasses as she broke cover.
Surprisingly she was still wearing the huge diamond ring that Andrew gave just two and a half months ago when he proposed.
Now, it has been revealed that Brady has asked for the engagement ring back.
When did Andrew Brady propose to Caroline Flack?
Andrew Brady, who was previously a contestant on The Apprentice proposed to Caroline in April 2018 after just three months of dating.
A source close to the couple revealed: “Caroline is totally in love. Andrew treats her like a princess.
“She’s grinning from ear to ear because she feels like she’s found The One."
“All Caroline’s family love him and he’s got the Flack seal of approval."
The couple got together in February after meeting on a night out in East London and briefly split amid cheating allegations before reuniting a month later.
The Sun revealed she ended the engagement because she thought her fiancé cheated on her.
She at first backed Apprentice reject Andrew Brady when a glamorous dance instructor claimed he had kissed her in a nightclub.
But yesterday she announced the pair had split and Andrew had now left the home they were sharing.
A source close to the star added: “Caroline doesn’t wish any ill on Andrew. She loved him and tried to protect him.
In a statement released to The Sun, Caroline confirmed: “I’m sad to announce that Andrew and I have decided to part ways. Unfortunately it was not to be.
What did the Love Island cast say about Caroline Flack's engagement ring?
Before Caroline could start her interview with the Love Island ladies they were keen to get a look at her ring.
Air hostess Laura Anderson said: "Wait wait wait - let's see your ring."
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Newcastle boss Alan Pardew praised striker Demba Ba for turning his anger into goals to kick-start the club's Barclays Premier League campaign.
Ba's double at Everton on Monday night - after he was initially left smouldering on the bench - secured an unlikely point, and his strike at St James' Park on Sunday saw off Norwich 1-0. The forward made his feelings clear after his heroics at Goodison Park, and agent Alex Gontran suggested the player would have to consider his options if he was dropped again.
Pardew said: "There has just been so much nonsense written about it. His agent sent me an e-mail saying he was misquoted, and I actually believe him. I am not usually one to believe agents that much, but I do believe him on this occasion, and I also think Demba's anger has been generated in the right way - to improve for Newcastle United."
He added: "There is no way that Demba can play every game this season. He is going to miss some other games - so will Shola [Ameobi] and so will Papiss [Cisse].
"The best thing we can do is try to play the best players we have and get a win, and Demba led from start to finish - not just his goal - in the dressing room, everything about him was top drawer."
Ba's 19th-minute strike, his fourth of the season, ultimately secured just Newcastle's second league victory of the campaign, although a series of other chances went begging with Cisse missing from the penalty spot.
Norwich, who also went close through Wes Hoolahan and Robert Snodgrass, might have been level had Steve Harper not made a vital 47th-minute block from Andrew Surman.
For Canaries boss Chris Hughton, who was given a warm welcome back to Tyneside by Newcastle fans grateful for the job he did there in the wake of relegation from the top flight, there were positives despite the ongoing wait for a first league win of the season.
He said: "It was always one that I was looking forward to. The reception was excellent and I was absolutely delighted with that.
"What I wanted it to be was an even better day, and an even better day would have been for us to get a result that I think, on the balance of play as the away team, we probably deserved."


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Auditions for the X Factor are taking place on Wednesday, March 9 at Queensgate Shopping Centre.
The auditions take place from 9am to 5.30pm, with those in full-time education asked to come after 4.30. Contestants must be 16 or older and under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and have valid identification.


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Description: Take Your Creature From Zero To Galactic Hero! Get out of your starship and turn your Spore creatures into legendary Space Captains.
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Description: The Spore Creepy & Cute Parts Pack includes over 100 new creature building components and animations themed in two distinct styles: cute/cartoon and scary/monster.

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… the whispering souls and spirits calling to her across the bush; the surging and dying of the wind on the night air, the insistent beat of the kpanlogo djembe. Once more, her dreams were garish and crowded as they had been there. And she remembered that haunting. What was it that felt so ominous now?
Eventually, exhausted, she had slept, but it was restless and in the morning she had struggled out of bed feeling as though she had the worst hangover ever. Simon was already up and she could hear him downstairs as she went for her shower.
“Katy! Abi! Are you both up?” she had called.
As she swept brown eyeliner across her eyes, she became aware that he was standing in the bedroom doorway, a sense of agitation emanating from him. She could almost smell the sweat. She looked up and saw that he was leaning against the lintel staring at her. It was not a loving stare but a troubled, frowning one and she knew that he needed to tell her something that she wasn’t going to like. She knew him so well. Some money problem? Work? He wanted to resign from his job and let her to be the breadwinner? Oh dear – she hoped not. She didn’t have the years of promotions behind her to stand keeping the family on her income. But he had threatened that so many times.
She raised her eyebrows enquiringly. He shifted from foot to foot in the doorway and Jess began to feel very uneasy. Her hand trembled and she dripped the liquid eyeliner onto the dressing table.
“What?” She hadn’t expected that. Her heart fell, tumbling to inexorable death.
Thank you to Julia Ibbotson for being featured on my blog today!
Award-winning author Julia Ibbotson is fascinated by the medieval world and concepts of time travel. She studied English at Keele University, specialising in medieval language, literature and history, and has a PhD in linguistics. She wrote her first novel at 10, but became a school teacher, then university lecturer and researcher. Julia spent a turbulent but exciting time in Ghana, West Africa, teaching and nursing. She has published both academic works and fiction, including a medieval time-slip, a children’s novel , a memoir, and the Drumbeats trilogy (which begins in Ghana in the 1960s). Apart from insatiable reading, Julia loves world travel, choral singing, swimming, yoga, and walking in the UK and Madeira where she and her husband divide their time. She runs an editing/critiquing service for authors: details on her website. She is a member of the Romantic Novelists’ Association, Society of Authors and the Historical Novel Society.
This is destined to be an emotional journey. Great post!
Thank you so much for featuring my book Finding Jess. It’s the third in the Drumbeats trilogy but a stand-alone! Much appreciated!

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This morning, Tesla announced it was acquiring Maxwell, a super capacitor manufacturer for about $200M in an all stock deal. I've already seen some reporting of this getting it all wrong, so here's my take.
And it can do all three of the above simultaneously while being significantly cheaper to manufacture. Here's the Maxwell paper that describes the results.
A lithium ion battery is simple in concept. You start with an aluminum sheet that acts as the cathode current collector. You create the cathode by mixing a bunch of elements together (nickle, magnesium, cobalt, etc.) along with a liquid solvent to form a slurry paste. You then compress this slurry onto the aluminum sheet through high pressure rollers. You then dry the new composite sheet in an oven and drive off the liquid solvent. You do this process again, this time with a copper sheet and your anode material (typically graphite with some silicon these days), and then you combine these two composite sheets together along with a polymer separator and you've got a battery cell (view this for a really quick overview).
The liquid solvent adds challenges in that it interacts with the cathode and anode chemistries in undesirable ways. And it is expensive since you have to heat the composite in giant ovens and recover the driven off solvent vapor (can't vent into the air!).
What Maxwell claims to have is a process to mix and bond the cathode and anode ingredients WITHOUT needing a wet solvent. They use some kind of proprietary polymer binder and a dry process. So the end result is a better performing cell, in every which way possible (energy density, power density and longevity), AND it reduces manufacturing cost since you don't need high energy drying ovens and solvent recapture systems.
So, what's this mean? I think this means Tesla got a bargain for $200M in stock. Gotta scoot, more later.
Time for speculation. What does this mean for Tesla, Rivian and the EV industry?
Does Maxwell have a patent on their process? Probably. This is something they developed a while ago for manufacture of their proprietary super capacitors (Maxwell is a super cap industry leader). This means Tesla has a lock on this technology for a while.
Is this a game changer? Kinda. First, this is just one of many possible battery cell improvements that the entire industry is working on. I’m sure LG Chem has good new stuff too. Second, this changes a fair bit of the cell manufacturing process. It is unlikely you’d want to retrofit an existing line with the tech until you’ve amortized the capital costs of the giant dryers, solvent recapture and wet mixers. But you’d want to use this on new lines. But maybe after you had built and proved a demo line first! So maybe this tech would see the first production cell exit a factory in 2 years? Maybe 1.5 years?
What does this mean for Panasonic as a battery cell supplier for Tesla? I think it’s time to read those Panasonic supplier agreements squirreled away in the Tesla 8-K statements. Tesla is well known for ditching suppliers and doing stuff in house if it sees a good reason to do so. If Panasonic doesn’t give Tesla a good reason to stick with them, Tesla may end up being the world’s biggest battery cell manufacturer in 5 years.
What does this mean for Rivian and other EV manufacturers? I think they had better hope that Panasonic, LG Chem and Samsung continue to innovate because Tesla is chasing them down. Tesla is unlikely to sell cells to the industry for the foreseeable future if they start making cells in-house.
BTW, some people are wondering if the ultra cap part of Maxwell is of use to Tesla, especially since Maxwell recently inked a supply agreement to Geely for their hybrid cars. Ultra caps ARE useful for hybrids that have small (or non-existent) batteries. They are used to store braking energy and release it back upon acceleration. But if you have a big battery, ultra caps are useless since you'd just store the braking energy into the big battery. Essentially, the small batteries of a hybrid can't accept much power (can't stuff too much energy at once), so you need an ultra cap. Tesla will never need this.
And as far as ultra caps replacing batteries are concerned - well, right now, ultra caps can store about 1/70 the amount of energy as a battery in the same volume. At much higher cost. And the energy leaks out much faster than a battery (self discharge). So, yeah, that's not going to happen anytime soon.
It was a good video, however I believe that many companies are working on alternatives to Lithium Ion batteries and we will know soon. The advancement in technology and knowledge will allow more research that was not feasible before like capacitors/long term energy storage. Musk himself knew about capacitors when he was in Stanford but its use was not realistic at the time. Time will tell but for sure Tesla is leading and I am glad it is not GM. I am hoping that Tesla and Rivian will find a way to work together to achieve a common purpose which is to pump out as many EV vehicles as possible that are available to common people ($3500 or so) and replace gas vehicles. I pre ordered an R1T and hope that it won't be more than $100K. We need to know more about Rivian Truck than what we got especially the longevity of their batteries.
Since we talked about Tesla acquisition and game changer etc...I looked around for any other companies, universities researching for alternatives. I found multiple. currently lithium ion manufacturers uses for their cathode technology lithium, cobalt (expensive), and manganese. In order to drive the price down companies started to use or look for alternatives to the high cost and politically incorrect Cobalt. Musk has tweeted a lot about this issue.
Common purpose: batteries with high energy density, excellent longevity, light weight, and can be used commercially.
1. Tesla/Panasonic Investments In Cobalt-Free Batteries Not The Only Game in Town.
2. Silicon holds great potential as an anode material because it holds > 25 times than graphite that is currently used in batteries. You may know the problems of using high silicon contents: expand when it accommodate high amount of lithium ions and shrink when the energy is used up. Shrinking and expanding can cause fractures. Hold your thoughts. Some companies have been working on this and some find solutions.
Some are using 1-5% Silicon as a component in their batteries. Silicon is much cheaper, more available, acts better anode than graphite.
With the development of social progress, increasing energy demands are becoming more urgent in various fields such as electronics, renewable energy generation systems and electric vehicles [1–4]. Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are considered as candidates for the increasing demand of portable electronic devices and electric and hybrid vehicles due to their high energy densities and stable cycle life. A secondary lithium-ion battery is fabricated with an anode, a cathode, a separator and electrolytes. Both the electrodes act as lithium ion hosts with a separator membrane to avoid a short circuit while the electrolyte supplies lithium ions. The specific energy of a battery is determined by the specific capacities of the cathode and anode materials . Among various anode materials, silicon has attracted considerable attention because of its highest theoretical specific capacity (about 4200 mAh g−1), which is ten times higher than that of conventional carbon anodes (372 mAh g−1) and satisfactory potentials for lithium insertion and extraction (<0.5 V versus Li/Li+) .
New, higher capacity materials are required in order to address the fast growing need for greater energy density, longer cycle life and safer high-power operation batteries for both mobile and vehicle applications.
We present the study of a scalable low-cost chemical vapor deposition (CVD) synthesis and characterization of a novel 3D-architecture high-capacity silicon anode for lithium ion battery. The formation and growth of solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) and anode degradation mechanisms have been examined as a function of the composition and structure of the active anode material. Our research efforts have culminated in the outstanding performance of 3D silicon anode: high areal capacity of 3−5 mAh/cm2, high gravimetric capacity of up to 2000mAh/gr-Si and a very low irreversible capacity (7-15%). Cycle life over 500 full charge-discharge cycles was demonstrated in Si/Li half-cells. Pairing the 3D silicon anode with a commercial cathode resulted in a full lithium- ion battery with cycle life over 200 cycles. The developed anodes have the potential to increase the energy density of lithium ion batteries for electric vehicles, storage devices and portable applications by 60%. Due to high melting points of lithium-rich silicon compounds, and higher working potentials (vs. Li) these batteries are safer than both Li-ion and lithium-metal cells.
I forgot to add that speed of charging Silicon based batteries is very fast: They say can achieve 8x charge rates over conventional batteries. You can achieve 240 miles charge in 5 minutes???Wow. and reach 90% of vehicle charge in 15 minutes. Hard to believe.
There are indeed many, many research avenues for bringing down the cost, increasing energy density, increasing longevity, etc. All the cell manufacturers are working on this. The only reason we know of Tesla’s activities here is that they bought Maxwell. Otherwise, it would be kept secret.
I wonder if Rivian will change its battery chemical composition before launch???
I wonder if Rivian will change its battery chemical composition before lunch???
Not before lunch, but maybe before launch.
Hard to say. I don’t know how long EV manufacturers (like Tesla) stay with the same chemistry. Given that Rivian is doing extensive testing and characterization of their battery cells, one would think they would stick with a particular cell for a while.
Don't dismiss the super capacitor aspect of this acquisition too quickly. Consider flooring a Tesla Model X100D. The power draw is 300 kW but it lasts only 4 seconds or so. That's 333 Watt hours or 0.3 % of that car's battery capacity. Given that the specific energy of a super cap is about a tenth of a LiPo battery that brief burst could be covered by caps weighing 3% of the the car's battery pack and relieve the battery from the stress of having to deliver, if briefly, 780 Amps. At the other end, such a super cap could easily absorb regen energy when the battery is too cold to do so.
Just musing here as I don't really know much about super caps except that they have huge capacitance.
Good points but a large battery usually gets rid of the rationale of a super cap. Ironically they only make engineering sense in small battery hybrids since the small battery can’t put out or accept large amounts of power.
It would, however make sense in a race car since large power draws and large regen happen all the time.


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First RV park we ever stayed at.
We stayed here for a week in this park has lots of amenities. Two indoor pools to hot tub's one indoor one out doorand an outdoor pool. Has an excellent park with lots of interesting things like jumping bubbles and trampolines and other thing that you would expect to find in a park. Had a game room and a community center at least one maybe more the cabins we didn't stay in but looked really nice. They had a dog park as well and it was very pet friendly lots of other owners were bringing their pets to the dog park. When we did pull up there was goats in the park from across the street but animal control was on site to corral them back to where they belong. The weather was cold and rainy so we didn't really get to experience some of the park but we did enjoy the pool. Also in the pool area there is a sauna. We stayed one week and it cost us $291 and we used a good Sam discount. The only real issues we had with the park is my wife was told checkout was at 4 o'clock and check out was a 12 being that this is the first part we never stayed at we did not know any difference. And for the extra two hours that we stayedafter 12 we paid four dollars an hour for. If we would've checked out 20 minutes later we would've had to pay for the entire day. It is off the highway enough that you do not hear any highway noise depending on where in the park you stay. However I would say that at night there is a train that is probably not too too far that you can hear.


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Ready to eat! | "I of my own knowledge…"
Orphans’ Dinner at the New Land — set up for 18 people whose families are elsewhere. This year, as last year, I cooked the turkey and dressing and provided the space.
Come on Frank – a bit more please. You see us here in Australia do not celebrate Thansgiving and the concept of it has always fascinated me. I would love to have heard a lot more – who came, what gets cooked at Thanksgiving, who brings what!! LOL! I’ve read a lot about it but there’s nothing like hearing about it from “real” people that I know.
Nah, you furriners can do yer own details. Do we ask you to provide details on how you roast emus and barbeque rabbits?
Ah Frank! And I thought you’d never ask!! After my Christmas of roast emu and barbequed wombats – not rabbits, I’ll be sure to send you detailed recipes!


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Above we provide a link to the new underwriting guidelines retroactive to 1/1/18 with OXFORD.
One of the main changes for brokers in the tri-state small group market is in what constitutes a small group.
promulgated regulations that implement provisions of the federal Affordable Care Act in relation to guaranteed availability and guaranteed renewability (45 CFR Part 147). The HHS regulations differ from state law requirements in some respects.


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Came and drew up designs for an oak framed veranda in front of my Barn. Efficient, helpful and friendly. A pleasure to work with.
Commented: love this kitchen, do you know the width of the room?Hi, Glad you like it, the width of the room is 3m.
Commented: Where can I get the wallpaper?Hi, Yes the lighting effect was created by fixing an LED strip in a recess between the timber cladding and the wallpaper.


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This overview of the CLASS tool is designed to help participants learn about effective teacher-child interactions and the ways these interactions help children learn.
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Entrance – Rover’s Cave, originally uploaded by Mic2006.
Earlier this year JC and I visited an obscure Ontario Cave. Though it is in Ontario – many hundreds of kilometers from the Ocean this is what is known as a sea cave.
Rover’s Cave is not so easily accessible, it is situated in a cliff face along the edge of Georgian Bay, screened by trees and only found after some pretty heavy hacking through the bush.
As in any search for caves, its seldom easy – if it were everyone would know about the cave. One point though, it would have been nice to have the right co-ordinates. JC kept counting down as we approached – 140M, 80M, 40M, We are there, but we weren’t. It took about an hour more and it was only by speculation and comparison of numerous likely points that we eventually found it.
Rover’s cave has over 100M of passage and in that respect it is quite outstanding for a local sea cave. From below the entrance looks like a slot on a ledge, but from within looking out there is this beautiful elliptical entrance within which you can sit and gaze out at the scenery.
I’m wondering how you obtained the coordinates for this cave. It is definitely a place I would like to visit!
I’m wondering how I can obtain the coordinates for this cave. It is definitely a place I would like to visit too!


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Juan Williams On Obama Meeting: White House In "Full Fight Mode"
JON SCOTT: You were at the White House. You want to tell us about that?
JUAN WILLIAMS: What happened was the White House invited a small group of journalists over to talk with the president. I can't tell you what the president said, that is off the record. But I met with other senior officials at the White House and I can tell you they are in full fight mode over the Affordable Care Act right now. What you hear from these senior officials is, you know, they're concerned about what happened with insurance companies.
They wish the insurance companies hadn't sent out the cancellation notices and if they had, that they simply call them renewals. And, they feel right now, as if, you know, they had a major systems failure, major management failure and they're trying to get back on track. Their big concern right now is with people who had those cancellation notices and making sure those people feel they have been taken care of. They feel they have to turn that around, as the first step in trying to repair the damage that's been done to this president.
SCOTT: Is it fair to say they're also trying to change the messaging here.
WILLIAMS: Absolutely. I mean, you know there is frustration. I think that's clear from everybody who I was talking to this morning at the White House, is frustration. They feel even if you don't get the websites working, they expect the websites will work, they will get a sustainable, pool of people, maybe not as many people into the marketplace as they had projected but they will get a sustainable pool. They're frustrated with the way that this has been portrayed in the media because they say it has done some good. Bill Clinton couldn't even get a vote on proposed health care reform. 100 years people have been trying. This is hard work as one of them said.
Re: Juan Williams On Obama Meeting: White House In "Full Fight Mode"
When is this administration NOT in full fight mode?
When asked in another interview, Juan admitted even Ed Schulze was in the meeting. The meeting was about how the liberal pieces of so-called tv commentators can destroy the republicans, while making the piece of crap look good. I imagine a full scale war from some or all of the left media.
Otherwise known as lying like crazy.
I have decided to officially and formally not apologize. I'm not sorry at all, even slightly.
Indeed, I especially want to convey my absence of remorse to anyone who was offended by what I said. If you are the sort of person who gets twisted into knots when someone articulates a point of view that differs from your own, then you are exactly the sort of person who should never receive an apology for a differing point of view — if I were offering one, which, again, I'm not.
This is one of the individuals invited to the White House, our White House, to be honored with a private meeting with Barack Obama.
Obama wanted the people there who were stupid enough to do the worst damage to republicans.
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The honor, given annually by the Center for Bioethics and Culture, recognizes those who have made outstanding contributions to the field of bioethics scholarship and who defend the dignity of humankind and embrace ethical biotechnology for the human good in the face of 21st century challenges. The award is named after Paul Ramsey, a longtime professor of religion at Princeton University and one of the most important figures in medical bioethics of the 20th century. He died in 1988.
"I'm honored to be given an award named for Paul Ramsey, one of the founding figures in the field of bioethics, whose thoughts on many of the issues we face today are still insightful and salient," said Sulmasy, who is also associate director of the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics.
An ethicist and practicing physician, Sulmasy studies end-of-life decision-making, ethics education and spirituality in medicine. In addition to serving on the editorial boards of several academic journals, he is the editor-in-chief of the journal, Theoretical Medicine and Bioethics. He previously served as chair of the Ethics Committee of the Society of General Internal Medicine and on the Board of Directors for the American Society for Bioethics and Humanities.
He is the author or editor of six books: The Healer's Calling (1997), Methods in Medical Ethics (2001; 2nd ed. 2010), The Rebirth of the Clinic (2006), and A Balm for Gilead (2006). Forthcoming in 2014 are: Safe Passage: A Global Spiritual Sourcebook for Care at the End of Life, and Francis the Leper: Faith, Medicine, Theology, and Science.
"Dr. Daniel Sulmasy demonstrates the spirit of the Paul Ramsey Award, with his exemplary achievements and contributions in the field of bioethics," said Jennifer Lahl, RN, MA, president of the Center for Bioethics and Culture. "We are pleased with his selection."
Past winners of the Ramsey Award include Leon R. Kass, the Addie Clark Harding Professor Emeritus of Social Thought at the University of Chicago, who was a recipient in 2010.
Common among many past winners of the award has been serving on presidential commissions on bioethics. Sulmasy is currently a member of President Barack Obama's Presidential Commission for the Study of Bioethical Issues. Kass was chairman of President George W. Bush's President's Council on Bioethics from 2001 to 2005.
Gilbert Meilaender, PhD, an award winner in 2009 and who studied under Ramsey, lauded Sulmasy.
"Daniel Sulmasy is a physician, philosopher and theologian," said Meilaender, professor of theology at Valparaiso University, a former member of Bush's bioethics council and a member of the award's nominating committee. "But these are not so much separate roles he occupies as they are aspects that interpenetrate and enrich his thinking and his writing. It is our good fortune to profit from his unusual mix of training and expertise."