text: July 02, 2018 - 14:45 BST Leanne Bayley Searching for the right foundation to wear on the beach? Wonder no more, because we've found out whether you can wear your normal foundation in the sun, or not. Plus, which products are best for the heat, what base to choose for specific skin types. The sun's out, you're on your holidays and it's time to head to the beach. But hang on a sec, should you wear your normal foundation, or not? All those annoying blemishes need concealing but you don't want your foundation melting-off the second you lie on your lounger or take a dip – so what do you do? HELLO! asked bareMinerals International Make-up Artist SJ Froom for some helpful tips on the best foundations to wear at the beach. We have the low down on the top products suited to the heat, best bases for specific skin types and foundation no nos… Amanda Holden catching some rays on holiday What base products are most suitable in the heat? SJ Froom reveals: "Both powder and liquid bases are suitable in the heat - the best thing to do is check what works best with your own skin type. Perhaps a lightweight liquid base with a finishing powder will work for you, if you have normal to dry skin. I personally like a more mattifying powder foundation like bareMinerals Original Foundation in the heat, which keeps shine at bay whilst still evening out the skin tone. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley showing off her model good looks by the pool "Whichever formula you go for, always ensure it has added SPF, but always apply a high factor SPF in addition to your SPF make-up." MORE: Meghan Markle made a major change to her makeup routine for this public engagement – did you spot it? Loading the player... How does skin type affect the base/s you should be using in the heat? "Skin type can play a part in this, for example an oilier skin is always going to be more prone to make-up sliding off and potential shine when in direct heat and sunlight. I would always recommend using a Primer to suit your skin type to give your make-up the best base for application. I would also recommend a finishing powder to top your make-up up with throughout the day as opposed to more foundation, to avoid a cakey looking finish." MORE: The best new beauty launches for July 2018 What kind of base make-up should you avoid in the heat? "There isn't any you should necessarily avoid, it's more about selecting formulas that suit your skin type in addition to preparing your skin adequately prior to application. Primers and finishing powders are two must-have products when it comes to long lasting make-up. She continued: "If you feel confident, I think a lightweight base feels more comfortable on the skin in the heat. bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream has an SPF 30 and offers a light weight coverage whilst keeping skin hydrated – a summer hero!" Nicole Scherzinger giving us life with this pool-side look See below for MORE of our favourite foundations that can be worn in the sun... Tom Ford Waterproof Foundation, £66, John Lewis If you're in and out of the pool, this is for you. Tom Ford's full-coverage, waterproof formula conceals flaws but ensures that it's a breathable foundation. This hybrid formula withstands harsh weather conditions such as heat, humidity and water while maintaining an even complexion. Benefit Be Happy Soft Blue foundation, £25.50, Benefit This lightweight foundation evens out skin tone and blurs imperfections with soft-focus optical blurring spheres. With a natural-matte finish and light-to-medium coverage, it looks like skin and feels like nothing at all.Blend one drop onto clean, moisturised face. Repeat to build coverage. Yves Saint Laurent - 'Touche Éclat' all in one glow liquid foundation, £33.50, Debenhams Applying Touche Eclat All-in-one Glow is so easy you do not even need a mirror. With fingers or brush, the application is mistake proof. The light-medium coverage gives skin a fresh and glowy finish and provides a great long-lasting finish. Decorte Sheer Brilliance Soft Lifting Tint, £90, Selfridges If you've not yet tried Decorte Sheer Brilliance, you really should. The gorgeous, fluid-light formula brings glowing vitality to the complexion and says goodbye to signs of fatigue to create a pure, even-toned complexion with just the right touch of luminosity. It also contains calming properties of Decorté Transilient Onsen Water to infuse skin with minerals leaving it looking revitalized and energised. It also prevents damage caused by environmental stress. The Soft Fluid Long Wear Foundation SPF 20, £90.00, La Mer Formulated with Miracle Broth, La Mer's Soft Fluid Long Wear Foundation combines a weightless texture with luxurious, long wear. Pores look refined and this foundation helps protect a flawless looking complexion with SPF and an antioxidant rich formula. The complexion stays flawless all day, even in humidity, thanks to the new colour capsule technology.


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Fairtrade Canada staff will be busy at a number of trade events this fall, making connections with businesses looking to make a new commitment to ethical purchasing as well as renewing ties with our existing licensees.
First up is CHFA East, taking place At the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on September 14-15. Look for us at booth #240 where Helen Reimer and John Marron will be on hand to talk to you about how Fairtrade can make a difference in corporate social responsibility for your business. We will showcase some new Fairtrade products and direct you to other booths featuring brands dedicated to Fairtrade. Join us for an evening social at 5:15 on Saturday September 14 – email email@example.com for location and other details.
The following weekend we will be in attendance at the Canadian Coffee & Tea Show taking place at the Toronto Congress Centre on September 22 and 23, as well as the Coffee Association of Canada Conference being held concurrently on the Monday. Gariné Aintablian and John Marron will be walking the floor all weekend to raise awareness of how Fairtrade works to benefit 1.66 million farmers and workers in the Global South. With the price paid to farmers for their crops falling ever lower, the security of the Fairtrade Minimum Price and additional Fairtrade Premium cannot be understated. At the Coffee & Tea Show, we are proud to co-sponsor a networking event where attendees can make new connections with leaders in the coffee and tea industry. This will take place on the Sunday at 5pm.
Over the past year, we have seen a significant increase of interest in Fairtrade cotton and textiles. If you work in those areas and want to explore ethical sourcing options that consumers are looking for, Helen Reimer will be at two major events in October. The World Ethical Apparel Roundtable (WEAR) Conference takes place at the Beanfield Centre in Toronto October 7 and 8, with Helen presenting a breakout session about Supply Chain Transparency on day 1. And the Textile Exchange Sustainability Conference will be held at the Vancouver Convention Centre October 15-18.

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Welcome to side A of Session 10 of our Masks game! Real quick, I just want to say that, due to some scheduling issues the crew has been having, we will NOT be publishing Burning Wheel Session 03 tonight. Instead, you'll get your weekly dose of Masks, like usual, but next week you'll get Burning Wheel instead! Sorry to go to this rotating schedule so suddenly, but it's for the good of the podcast.
Moving on to the topic at hand; Alex, Kaetlyn, Kolton, and Matt return as Dreadlock, Terraform, Scarchain, and Senpai go to the library! A library full of fucking ninjas!!!
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As someone who has taught Beowulf for many years as an Anglo-Saxon historian, I can say that this is the worst movies that I have ever seen.
Well, maybe not the worst move ever, but one of the worst medieval movie versions of a piece of literature ever.
Read the book, kids.
This book?
I tried watching about 5 minutes of this once and even that was a struggle.
A fucking remarkable story turned into such generic trash.
Which translation should I get? Only Beowulf I've read is the """""""children's""""""" book version with beautiful and disturbing illustrations by Charles Keeping https://www.google.co.nz/search?q=charles+keeping+beowulf&espv=2&b iw=1920&bih=901&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiVmZbcpZbQAhX DHJQKHWcXCNwQ_AUICCgB
It had a pretty lasting impression on me because I read it when I was 6.
Is the Seamus Heaney translation still the gold standard?
Mothership, would you put this above or below A Knight's Tale?
I saw that with a friend who had a degree in English renaissance literature and loved terrible movies and it was a blast although we almost got kicked out for yelling.
Oooh maybe you can help me with this! I've seen various treatments of "Beowulf" -- including "Grendel Grendel Grendel" lord help me -- and in one of them it was held that Grendel could not be wounded by weapons because of charms protecting him, rather than him just being a big hardy beast. Thoughts? What's the official ruling, Teach?
Also, do you make a point of yelling at your kids in kennings, like telling them to shut their pie-holes and dick-garages?
Two Jar Slave, yes, the Seamus translation is still the industry standard, although some purists will object occasionally.
OZ, A Knight's Tale is good fun. I thought I would hate it but I didn't. It's no history lesson, but I've seen way worse films. Like Black Knight.
Bort, any arguments that Grendel cannot be harmed because of charms and / or magic are theoretical and unsubstantiated by the text of the original poem. Beowulf is not magical, and he does not employ magic to defeat Grendel, his Mother, or the Dragon.
Also, I yell at young people in kennings using every occasion available. I open up my word-hoard on the sucklings like a ring-giver unleashes his snake-of-wounds against a foe.
You're the modigest!
Video Game Cutscene: The Movie.
Poor Neil Gaiman. Hope he got a nice check for this.
Honestly, the first time I saw the TV version of the trailer, I came in somewhere in the middle and thought it WAS for a video game.
Everyone should check out the "How it Should have Ended" for this one.
In all seriousness, is there any live action in this at all? I can't tell from the trailer, it looks 100% CGI.
I'll be honest though, this seems like a perfectly average Neil Gaiman vehicle.
I suggest watching the Rifftrax version if you want to try and get through this mess.
This movie would be 1000% better if it was just all the green screen footage of Crispin Glover as Grendel.
Oh god, isn't this the one where Beowulf basically sleeps with Grendel's mom and the dragon is supposed to be their son or some bullshit? Oh god.
I seem to remember around the same time-ish that *this* came out, there was a pretty cool Beowulf interpretation movie called Outlander that basically hardly anyone bothered with, but was surprisingly decent. Underrated, I thought. (not remotely accurate to the story, but definitely an adaptation of the basic story, mind you)
The best version of the Beowulf legend is the novel "Grendel" by John Gardner. It deserves to be made into a decent movie.
There's an Australian animated movie, but it's very kidsy and abandons the main principles of the book.
If you didn't make that comment, Binro, I would have. Great book.
It was like a mythological Portnoy's Complaint.
This movie is most memorable for a scene where a scared CGI John Malkovich slowly emerges from a pool of urine.
Well, here's five stars. I used to have a kickass pun name for this movie, but after two days I still can't recall it. Dang.
I will now hit post and probably think of it immediately.
i saw this in the theaters with my dad. i spent the entire movie trying to figure out if it was CGI and if it wasn't what was wrong with everyone on screen.
I like this movie.
I always wanted to see this movie but somehow nine years later I've still never watched it.
Maybe I'll watch it tomorrow instead of election coverage.
Not that bad, really, just mediocre.
Far from the worst movie ever.
Not a great movie, but not bad, just forgettable and generic.
Really didn't need to be CGI either, since everyone just looks like they do in real life anyways.
Yeah, but do you know how expensive the makeup to make everyone look like they're made of Sculpey is?
I definitely had the wrong impression before going in to see it. Worse, I brought some kids to watch it as well.
In 3D.
I'm still embarrassed about that, nine years later.
There has been no greater transition for a director from brilliant to utter shit than Robert Zemeckis.


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Turkish police repeat finding that 11-year-old Rabia Naz died in fall
Police investigating the death of 11-year-old Rabia Naz Vatan have said the girl's injuries are consistent with a fall from height, contradicting her father's long held assertion that her killing in a hit and run has been covered up.
Rabia Naz was found dying outside her home in the Black Sea town of Eynesil in April 2018. Her death was initially reported by Turkish media as a hit and run, but the police recorded her cause of death as suicide.
Rabia Naz's father, Şaban Vatan, rejected this finding and says he has uncovered evidence that she was killed by a car driven by a relative of the local ruling party mayor. Vatan says police ruled the death a suicide to protect the perpetrators.
But the police team set up to investigate the death has stood by the finding that Rabia Naz's injuries were caused by a fall, Turkish newspaper Milliyet reported.
This conclusion was drawn after investigating two previous coroner's reports and taking testimony from an eyewitness, the newspaper said.
The police also took statements from 150 people, it said.
Many doubt that it was possible for Rabia Naz to throw herself off the roof of her house, since she would have had to take a running jump to clear the eaves at the first floor level of the building and land where she did.
The government's tough line on reporting on the case has further aroused suspicions. A confidentiality order had been imposed on the case until earlier this month, and several journalists covering it have faced legal repercussions.
Police detained three activists last weekend for a demonstration in Istanbul in which they called criticised the investigation into Rabia Naz's death.


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The blank blackboard in front of me just hangs there, awaiting for somebody to taint its clean state. The longer I stare at it, the more I begin to feel like something is going to peer out of the blank void and reach into my soul, dragging it to hell and back.
Armed with my white stick of power, I engrave sacred markings on it, moving as fast as I can. I can't stand being in front of here.
I rush back to my dwelling, aching for comfort and relaxation from my ordeal with the black void. I can see it in sight, just a few more steps.
"Come back here, Cyndi. You'r answer to the math problem is wrong. Come back and do it again."
A voice echos in my ear, more like a high pitch squealing, an annoying squealing. I turn and see a woman in black wiping away my markings on the blackboard. My heart sinks and I fall to my knees.
"But this is the third time today I had to go write on the chalkboard!"
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Every year I swear I will be more organised and to be fair I have made a valiant stab at it recently however I do my best work in a whirlwind of chaos so that may not work out.
So does anyone else have any B&B related new years resolutions? or suggestions?
Don't mess with me today or I will kill you!!!!


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Friday, May 28, 2010
My Aunt Bessie
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- Jettie said...
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- May 28, 2010 at 8:13 AM
- Jettie said...
I've never heard of Hollyhock dolls, Thank you for the picture. Now what do you use for the head?
LOL about Lady and her smile, along with the puppies. We seldom had puppies on our farm, but there was always kittens.
I laugh at the butter sandwiches, and we were never fat, even though we ate stuff like that all the time. I can just hear our health nazis screaming about our diet as children.
- May 28, 2010 at 8:16 AM
- NanaDiana said...
Jettie- The hollyhock dolls are made with one fully opened bloom turned upside down for the skirt. The "head" is a bud that hasn't opened yet. We always used a toothpick to join the two together. Aunt Bessie used to take it one step further and used some tendrils off (I think it was her grapevine) and wrap them around the "neck" for arms. Aren't they cute though?
- May 28, 2010 at 9:16 AM
- Natalie said...
What a great idea! This will be fun to make with the girls when they are older.
It's a beautiful post, by the way
- May 28, 2010 at 2:13 PM
- Heaven's Walk said...
Hi Diana! Thanks so much for visiting Heaven's Walk and leaving your sweet comment! It's always SO nice to hear from a sister-blogger! :) I grew up spending summers in my grandparent's cottage on Lake Michigan in Port Sheldon. THAT was heaven on earth, I tell ya....Now hubby and I live about 1 hour east of Lake Michigan, but surrounded by many small inland lakes.
My mother used to make me Hollyhock Dolls when she took me to the YMCA for swimming classes! Wow, your story and photos brought me back in time. It was wonderful to hold those memories in your heart, isn't it?
I agree! I think you, Tia and I should definitely sit down with a bottle of wine and exchange life stories! What a ball we'd have! :)
Hugs - and keep up the great blog!
~ laurie@heavenswalk
- May 31, 2010 at 4:01 PM
- tickledpinkwithrosesandpearls.com said...
I LOVE the post I am so close to my Aunts and have been all of my life!
Your stories make me long for a much Simpler time.
I am going crazy over the Hollyhock dolls and I can't wait to give one a try!
Have a wonderful day!
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It's occurred to me that one of the things I never think about in writing that people overthink normally is the gender of my character. I never think about it ever.
I don't know why, but it just never seems relevant, no matter what I do. I feel like my characters are my characters regardless of whether they're male, female or other. And to tell you the truth, most of the characters I draw up- or at least the ones I like– fall into the third category. It'd be a flat out lie if I said that it was because I find it fascinating. While I find gender itself to be fascinating in concept and execution, obsessing over a single character's gender seems overdone and silly- storylines involving the bucking of tradition, like a girl going to war and a guy staying home and watching the children, doing the sewing… It isn't as interesting to me as stories which make up their own traditions.
I suppose that's where the idea for Summer and Winter and the rest came from. Summer is a hot-headed, often vindictive character with few redeeming qualities at the start. Winter is confused, hurt, but strong. Their genders make little difference in the situation- perhaps Summer wouldn't have exploited the gateguards quite as much, perhaps she wouldn't have been [SPOILER] either, but that's simple biology.
One of the main reasons I made Spring male was because it felt right, and I think it probably felt right because Spring is often represented as a woman. If there's something I'm notorious for, it's subconsciously switching the genders of anything I look at. If you're normally a guy, I'll picture you as a girl. If you're normally a girl, I'll picture you as a guy. If you don't fit either I might imagine what would happen if you'd been born the other way.
But I don't think about it most of the time. I'd much prefer to think about what the character of my characters are. If I put gender into it and start thinking about it too much, I run the danger of treading into obsessive territory. So I don't let myself.
Well, most of the time. While for me characters write themselves, I understand that for many people, they have to think it all through.
Now, this is offtopic, naturally, but I'm always going off on a tangent, so here goes.
My general build for any character goes: Name -> Base -> personality -> quirks -> abilities -> fate.
And the last is a bit shaky. OF COURSE IT IS. I love to write, but I don't write in a cool, logical manner. I am no spinner of intricate, complicated webs of intrigue. The webs spin themselves, the characters speak and act for themselves, and if I have any hand in their fates it's only by dint of writing them down!
Similarly closer to the topic, I am a historian of my characters' personalities, but lately I have been a very busy historian. I'm going to do my best to get a Friday update of some kind, of course!
If it does appear it will be later at night, since… well, to be honest, college is a long, involved process and after I'm done with my daily classes I like to sit back and relax. Constantly.
Sometimes that relaxing involves writing, and sometimes it involves playing games and sleeping. Whatever strikes my nerves, as they say.
(I don't know if anyone even says that, do not quote me unless you're sure they actually say that, I would be so embarrassed)


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Capital Cellars hosted the Capital Business Referral Group (CBRG) Christmas Party on Wednesday, December 19, 2012. This family friendly event for CBRG members has become an annual occasion and brings business to one of it's own. CBRG is a local business referral group with only one profession represented in the group. Since it's beginning in August 2009, CBRG has increased in membership from four to 33. AS of March 2012, the group had initiated 461 referrals, which has generated over $41,520.53 in income for individual members. To find out more information about members of CBRG or joining as a member, log onto http://frankfortcbrg.org.
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Walks on the beach have been rare these past weeks for a number of reasons. Though it doesn't appear to bother too many others, recent tides washing in heavy loads of seaweed day after day have left the beach splotchy brown and saturated with a strong odor. Some days have also brought high tides that flood the beach so completely, it becomes a case of picking a path through ankle deep water, mushy sand and slimy seaweed. We still have the smelly seaweed and a beach less than pretty, but this week brought temperatures in the upper seventies and when the sun is bright a walk on the beach doesn't seem like a bad idea.
With the tide at its lowest point, the sun warm enough for shorts and a T-shirt (and a few bikini-clad young ladies), I wandered down for a walk. For the first quarter mile the smell of seaweed was inescapable, but soon enough the ocean air cleared all that from my nose and there again was the sense (almost taste) of pure oxygen-like air blowing into my face. Still, it must be a slack period in the ever-churning cycle that brings a calendar of new faces to Florida's east coast beaches. Yes, the air is tumbled about by gusts of wind and the blue-green water splashes onto the sand in a spill of foam and seashells, but little of that now is refreshing. On most occasions a walk on the beach here is paused frequently to stop and observe a curious bird, fish or crab, to examine an interesting shell or other tidbit washed up onto the sand. Not much out there now to catch the eye other than washed up Clorox bottles and waterlogged shoes.
A new sign a mile down the beach has appeared. It relates to the concrete fire ring that turned up one day last year. Perhaps people were building their fires in ways that broke certain rules and the Beach Patrol decided a sign was needed. Maybe some didn't have the proper permit, or possibly the county is looking to gather extra revenue from permit fees. My thought is that during the daylight hours when there is no fire, the fire ring is almost invisible until you are right up on it. Children running on the beach could easily slam right into the concrete. It makes one wonder why they haven't painted the outer rim a bright easy-to-see color, but it might be because fire, water and salt air would quickly erode the paint.
Though not an especially memorable walk on the beach, my belief still holds that every walk, no matter the season, somewhere along the way yields a tiny impression that makes the walk worthwhile. As it happens, today's tiny impressions were nothing more than a waterlogged white feather and a single exquisite shell. I backtracked twice to see closely these two things glimpsed out of the corner of my eye the first time.
The first, a feather soaked into the sand in perfect detail and outline, a filmy white inkling of flight trapped in the sand like a temporary fossil of this wet environment. Fortunate that it found space in a corner of sand away from the browning seaweed.
With all the seashells at my feet this past year rare finds are few and far. Just the same, there are times a beautiful shell rolls to your feet out of the surf. This one went straight into my pocket, and when cleaned later got its own private beach inside a round box. The reddish speckles against a spectrum of gray—perfection.


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Staff Picks: Albatross
Julie, our Readers' Services Coordinator, recently enjoyed Albatross by Canadian humour writer Terry Fallis.
Julie recently enjoyed Albatross by Canadian humour writer Terry Fallis, a book she says "will have you laughing and shaking your head in disbelief." Here is her review:
Going into his senior year of high school, Adam Coryell is living the normal life of a teenager spending time with his girlfriend and trying to get good grades so he can get into a good English program and fulfill his dream of becoming a writer. That is until his Phys Ed teacher decides to test a theory in which one's measurements predict what, if any, athletic talent one possesses. Golf appears to be Adam's talent and despite him never having picked up a golf club, he is rocketed into the golf world. Told with Fallis' trademark wit, this book will have you laughing and shaking your head in disbelief as Adam meteoric rise provides him with life changing opportunities. Will golf be the albatross around his neck? You will just have to read the book to find out.
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The Stewardship Foundation supports the right to life. We believe that the purposeful taking of the life of an unborn child, in fact all innocent human life whether born or unborn, is morally wrong. We actively support the charitable planning development offices of pregnancy crisis centers like Heartbeat International and others. And we rejoice with Pope Francis as he celebrates life with a special gift of "mercy" —the absolution of the sin of abortion for all women of the world who had abortions, and all those who assisted in some way in abortions, whether it be a spouse, medical practitioner, abortion provider, parent, or friend.
In the United States, bishops and most diocesan priests have for decades had authority to absolve the sin of abortion for those Catholics who have asked for it with a contrite heart. But in many places in the world, this is not so. So the fact that during the Jubilee Year of Mercy, starting December 8, 2015, all priests will have the authority to absolve the Catholic sin or abortion ushers in a wonderful year for spiritual renewal!
Please pray for the Stewardship Foundation as we continue to advise and council pregnancy crisis centers in matters of financial support for their mission, and pray for Pope Francis that his message this month in Washington, New York, and Philadelphia is fruitful for the faithful in the U.S.
As Honduran Cardinal Oscar Rodriguez Maradiaga, a top advisor to Francis, recently told an audience at Georgetown University, "Let us pray for the visit of our Pope Francis to the United States," he intoned. "It won't be easy, but it will be a great blessing."


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The Rape Aggression Defense Course (RAD) is available to all females, affiliated or unaffiliated with MGA. The link in the flyer is active. One should click the link which will take them to a registration form that should be completed to sign up for the course. Once completed and submitted, each participant should receive an automatic response saying they have successfully registered for a RAD Course.
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MGA would like to welcome the following new members of our staff and faculty who have joined us since October 1st–we're glad to have you on board! William Potkulski, Aviation/MDA, Macon Joelle Walls, School of Business, Macon Welcome to MGA! We'd also like to congratulate the following who have taken on a new position at MGA. Joel Continue reading
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If you're interested in a career in Criminal Justice and want to learn more about the hiring process, job opportunities, and how much you can make in the field with a degree in criminal justice please attend the event scheduled on November 7th in Cochran at Walker Hall Auditorium from 11:00 AM – 12:30 Pm, Continue reading
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Minors on Campus Policy Training
Mandatory for all Employees Minors on Campus Policy Training The Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG) approved a policy governing programs and activities serving non-student minors. The safety and well-being of these visitors to our campus is of the highest concern. The USG is committed to best practices that will Continue reading
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Spring and summer months bring more than just warm weather. Wildlife that has been dormant through the colder months – including snakes – have now awakened and are in search of sustenance. The majority of the snakes that live in Middle Georgia are non-venomous and pose no public threat. The chance of seeing a venomous Continue reading
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The MGA Police will be conducting three Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) courses this Spring Semester on three different campuses. This class is student promoted, but faculty and staff are more than welcome to register. Please note this is a women's only class. To register or for more information email: firstname.lastname@example.com.
MGA Police Department Service Awards
Chief Shawn Douglas recently presented the 2016 MGA Police Department Services Awards to officers in the department who have gone above and beyond the call of duty, recognizing four in the department.
Greatness in MGA's police department
Lieutenant Stephanie Lampp of the MGA Police Department was recognized on Friday, March 25 for graduating Instructor Training at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth.
Chief Douglas graduates from USG leadership program
Our police chief and assistant vice president for police services and risk management was recognized for being one of the members of the inaugural graduating class of the USG's new Chief's Leadership Initiative Program.


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Aaron Copland
Aaron Copland (14 November 1900, Brooklyn, N.Y. - 2 December 1990, Sleepy Hollow, N.Y.) was an American composer, often referred to as "the Dean of American composers."
He studied closely with the legendary pedagogue Nadia Boulanger, and his music achieved a balance between modern music and American folk styles, and the open, slowly changing harmonies of many of his works are said to evoke the vast American landscape. Copland incorporated percussive orchestration, changing meter, polyrhythms, polychords and tone rows.
In the 1970s, Copland virtually stopped composing, although he continued to conduct. In addition to composing and conducting, Copland wrote several books, including What to Listen for in Music (1939), Music and Imagination (1952), and Copland on Music (1960).
Copland was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in composition for Appalachian Spring. His scores for Of Mice and Men (1939), Our Town (1940), and The North Star (1943) all received Academy Award nominations, while The Heiress won Best Music in 1949.
Works for Winds
- Appalachian Spring (arr. Morita) (1944)
- Appalachian Spring (arr. Patterson) (1944)
- "Buckaroo Holiday" from Rodeo (tr. Megan)
- "Buckaroo Holiday" from Rodeo (tr. Sudduth)
- Canticle of Freedom (arr. Duffy) (2000)
- Celebration (arr. Lang) (1938/1945)
- Ceremonial Fanfare
- A Copland Portrait (arr. Grundman) (1986)
- A Copland Tribute (arr. Grundman) (1986)
- Danzón Cubano (tr. Rogers) (1949/2000)
- Down a Country Lane (tr. Patterson) (1962/1991)
- El Salón México (tr. Hindsley) (1939/1972)
- Emblems (1964)
- Excerpts from "Appalachian Spring" (arr. Longfield) (1944)
- Fanfare for the Common Man (1942/1944)
- Fanfare for the Common Man (arr. Longfield) (1942/1944/2007)
- Finale from "Symphony No. 3" (trans. Patterson) (1946/)
- Hoe Down from "Rodeo" (arr. Moss)
- Hoe Down from "Rodeo" (tr. Rogers)
- Inaugural Fanfare
- Letter from Home (arr. Belski) (1944)
- A Lincoln Potrait (tr. Beeler) (1942/1951)
- Old American Songs (arr. Moss) (1950/2006)
- Old American Songs (arr. Silvester) (1950/2001)
- Old American Songs, Set II (arr. Duffy) (1952/2001
- Our Town (arr. Singleton)
- An Outdoor Overture (1938/1948)
- Preamble for a Solemn Occasion (1949/1974)
- The Promise of Living (arr. Curnow) (1954/2012)
- The Promise of Living (tr. Duffy) (1954/2000)
- The Promise of Living (tr. Hile) (1954)
- The Promise of Living (tr. Singleton) (1954/2002)
- Quiet City (arr. Hunsberger) (1941/1992)
- The Red Pony (1969)
- Scenes from "Billy the Kid" (arr. Hilliard) (1941/2000)
- Symphony No. 3. See: Finale from "Symphony No. 3"
- Themes from "An Outdoor Overture" (arr. Curnow) (1938/2014)
- Three Excerpts from "Our Town" and "Simple Gifts" (arr. Cohen)
- Variations on a Shaker Melody (1960)
- Waltz and Celebration (arr. Lang) (1944/1972)
- Aaron Copland, Prized Composers, University of Washington
- Copland, Aaron. Music and Imagination Digital Text
- Copland, Aaron. Copland on Music Digital Text
- An Educators Guide to the Music of Aaron Copland on the United States Army Field Band - Washington D.C. Website
- Miles, Richard B., and Larry Blocher. (2010). Teaching Music through Performance in Band. Volume 1. Chicago: GIA Publications. pp. 134.
- Svanoe, Erika Kirsten. (2009) El Salón México by Aaron Copland: A Study and Comparison of the Orchestral Score and Two Transcriptions for Band. Doctoral Dissertation Ohio State University.


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11 Best Hoverboards for Adults
Hoverboards, or self-balancing scooters, are impressive devices whether you use them for pure entertainment or for more practical applications. With the technology to provide a low-effort means for rapid mobility, hoverboards have been used to move around large warehouses, factories, malls, and neighborhoods.
However, not all hoverboards are made equal. In this article, we list down the best hoverboards designed for adults that we highly recommend. These are designed with substantial weight limits that can accommodate most adults, plus some nice features such as mobile app connectivity.
1. Halo Rover Hoverboard
The Halo Rover is one of the most popular hoverboard brands, thanks in no small part to endorsement by famous celebrities. With powerful 400W dual motors, the Halo Rover can travel up to a maximum speed of 10 mph and carry a person as heavy as 265 pounds. As a testament to its power, it can even climb up inclines with a slope of up to 20°. A single charge of the Halo Rover's battery can let it travel up to 10 miles.
The Halo Rover is built with more durability than most other hoverboards in the market today. With a high-grade aluminum construction, the Halo Rover is virtually indestructible. Its solid 8.5-inch tires give it all-terrain capabilities. This means that you can ride the Halo Rover smoothly and confidently even over sand, gravel, grass, or mud. Having extra-large wheels means that it can adapt to common road obstacles such as bumps, cracks, or potholes.
Another noteworthy feature of the Halo Rover is its ability to connect to the Halo Rover mobile app via Bluetooth. The wealth of features you can access using the mobile app makes the Halo Rover an even better hoverboard. With the mobile app, you can adjust the steering and speed of the hoverboard to suit your skill level. You can also view real-time information such as your GPS location, current speed, mileage, and remaining battery power level.
At 32 lbs, the Halo Rover is a little on the heavy side of being portable. However, Halo provides a free carrying case when you buy the Rover, which helps make up for its weight. Despite this drawback, the Halo Rover is still one of the most reliable and easy to use hoverboards available today.
1. Razor Hovertrax 2.0
Immediately identifiable by its razor-marked wheel hubs, the Razon Hovertrax 2.0 is one of the most popular and best-selling hoverboards today. With its powerful but whisper-quiet dual 350W motors, the Hovertrax 2.0 can travel at a maximum speed of 8 mph and can carry passengers with a maximum weight of 220 lbs. Gentle hills are not a problem with the Hovertrax 2.0 as it can climb slopes of up to 15°. The 36V battery pack of the Hovertrax 2.0 gives up to 60 minutes of continuous use but can be easily switched out to extend your riding time.
Razor's trademark EverBalance technology makes it easier than ever for new users to learn how to ride the Hovertrax 2.0. Its auto level function makes for easier and smoother mounting and keeps the hoverboard balanced even on challenging terrain. Anti-slip rubber platforms make sure that you stay on the hoverboard platform with minimal effort.
The external shell of the Hovertrax 2.0 is made of shatter-resistant polymer material that is further reinforced with fender bumper protection. Two LED light arrays make the hoverboard highly visible when used at night. A LED battery indicator warns you when the battery power reaches a critical level, as well as provides an additional light to increase visibility.
All in all, the Razon Hovertrax 2.0 is a solidly built hoverboard from a trusted manufacturer. It is a remarkably stable hoverboard that is very sensitive and responsive to small shifts in weight. There is quite a learning curve to overcome to get used to riding it, but it becomes second nature in due time.
2. Swagtron Swagboard Pro T1
The Swagtron T1 was made for riders of all ages with a weight limit of 220 lbs. Its 300W motor allows it to move at a maximum speed of 8 mph. Although the maximum speed is capped at a modest value, the Swagtron T1 exhibits its power with the ability to climb slopes up to 30°. The lithium-ion batteries of the Swagtron T1 have enough juice for up to 12 miles of travel on a single cycle, which takes just 1 hour of charging.
The Swagtron T1 is designed to be beginner-friendly with a Learning mode that limits the speed while you are still getting used to the mechanics of riding a hoverboard. With Swagtron's Safe Stop technology, the hoverboard will slow to a stop even if you suddenly lose power so you do not end up toppling over.
The new Battery Management System installed in the Swagtron T1 protects the battery by preventing overheating, overcharging, overvoltage, and overcurrent. With these measures, riders no longer need to worry about combusting batteries, an infamous concern with hoverboards back when they first became popular. LED indicator lights will let you know when it's time to charge your batteries. With an array of ultra-bright LED lights, you won't need to stop riding the Swagtron T1 when night comes around.
3. Segway miniPRO
The Segway miniPRO is one of the more unique hoverboards available today, thanks to its trademark knee control bar. The max speed of the miniPRO is capped at 10mph despite its super powerful 800W dual motors. With a weight limit of 220 lbs, the miniPRO is a great choice of a hoverboard for kids and adults alike. It can climb slopes with a maximum 15° of incline and can go over obstacles that are less than 0.4 of an inch in size. A single charge of the battery of the miniPRO can give enough power to let it travel a maximum of 12.5 miles.
The large 10.5-inch pneumatic air-filled tires of the miniPRO allow it to adapt and overcome minor obstacles such as potholes and cracks. It even has off-road capabilities, albeit only on the limited side. The inclusion of automatic headlights and customizable tail lights means you can safely and reliably use the miniPRO even late at night.
The knee control bar introduces an unequaled level of control and maneuverability to the Segway miniPRO. The padded surface of the control bar makes long trips more comfortable, while a provision for height adjustment keeps a perfect fit for riders of all sizes.
The Segway MiniPRO features Bluetooth connectivity to a mobile app, which gives access to a variety of advanced functions using your mobile device. Thru the app, you can adjust the colors of your tail lights, adjust speed settings, and run vehicle diagnostics. A nifty feature of the mobile app is the ability to lock the wheels of the miniPRO or to command it to move autonomously. These are unique security features that we have not seen replicated in any other hoverboard model.
4. EPIKGO Classic Self Balancing Board
Despite EPIKGO releasing more advanced versions of their hoverboard line, their Classic hoverboard still remains one of the most popular models. It's hardly surprising considering how well the Classic stacks up its competitors. It is equipped with 400W dual motors with superior acceleration and torque, allowing it to power through slopes of up to 18°. It can travel at a maximum speed of 10 mph and has a weight capacity of up to 265 lbs. Its lithium-ion batteries can be charged to full capacity in about 1.5 to 2 hours, which is enough juice to travel up to 10 miles.
A huge advantage of the EPIKGO Classic against most of the other entries in this list is that it is an all-terrain model. With its 8.5-inch solid rubber tires and anti-slip treads, the EPIKGO Classic can ride smoothly even on unfriendly terrain such as gravel, mud, grass, or sand. Its durable ABS chassis and indestructible aluminum fender protects the sensitive electronics inside it even in the roughest conditions.
An array of LED headlights, LED turn signals, and rubber-cushioned track pads keep the rider safe even when riding in the dark or under the rain. The EPIKGO Classic is a highly durable and flexible hoverboard designed to go anywhere and do more than the usual hoverboard.
5. Swagtron Swagboard Outlaw T6
No list of the best hoverboards will be considered complete without the Swagtron T6. With the highest weight limit of 420 lbs, the Swagtron T6 is the undisputed heavyweight of the hoverboard world. It relies on the strength of its 300W dual motors for its carrying capacity, as well as in generating enough torque to move at a 12 mph max speed and to climb inclines sloped at up to 30°. With the SentryShield high-capacity lithium-ion batteries, the Swagtron T6 can travel up to 12 miles on a single battery charge. In terms of raw power, the Swagtron T6 is practically an uncontested leader.
Putting its power to good use, the Swagtron T6 is also an all-terrain hoverboard. With its 10-inch tubeless, air-filled tires, the Swagtron T6 can confidently move no matter how uneven the terrain can get. The rugged tread pattern and staggered shoulder blocks allow the hoverboard to gain traction even on loose surfaces such as gravel and mud.
A combination of ABS plastic and aluminum make the casing of the Swagtron T6 especially durable to protect its internal electronics even in rough conditions. Its construction integrates splash guards that will keep your shoes clean even when traversing muddy terrain. Like all other Swagtron hoverboards, the Swagtron 6 has mobile app connectivity via Bluetooth that can be used to view useful information such as the hoverboard's speed, mileage, and remaining battery power.
6. Hoverheart Hoverboard
One of the first things you will notice about the Hoverheart is the vast selection of skins available for it. This selection includes plain chrome colors and other more complex skins with creative names such as Candy Land, Twinkle Star, and Unicorn. Although this feature will appeal the most to kids, there is no reason that adults cannot get a kick out of it, as well.
Beyond just looking good, the Hoverheart is also a respectably powerful machine equipped with dual 200W motors. Its weight capacity of 180 lbs maximum might leave larger adults excluded, but it should be inclusive enough for most riders. It can move at a maximum speed of 10 mph and has a maximum range of 8 miles in a single battery charge. None of these specs stand out as impressive, but they are not disappointing, either.
The 6.5-inch wheels are quite small but make up for it with a solid rubber composition. These tires get plus points for being maintenance-free, and for having limited capability to travel on diverse terrain types.
The Hoverheart takes its flair up a notch with a huge array of LED lights that cover even the top of the wheels and the tire hubs. At night, the Hoverheart is basically a rolling party of LED lights. Coupled with Bluetooth speakers, you will surely be turning people's heads when you ride around with the Hoverheart.
The best thing about the Hoverheart is that it is one of the most affordable premium hoverboards in the market. In fact, its quality is probably unrivalled in the below $200 range. Its low price tag, combined with its excellent features and workmanship, have made the Hoverheart one of the best-selling hoverboards today.
The XLS Series of hoverboards form HOVERZON seem to have been designed to appeal to as many people as possible. With a weight limit of 220 lbs, it can accommodate kids and average-sized adults alike. It can travel up to a modest maximum speed of 8 mph and has a range of 11 miles on a single battery charge.
With its practice mode, learning how to ride the HOVERZON XLS becomes an easy and safe process. Shifting between different riding modes is as simple as changing your preferences on the companion mobile app that can connect to the XLS via Bluetooth. The mobile app can also be used to view relevant system information such as the remaining battery life, mileage, and speed of the hoverboard. Even without the mobile app, a 5-level LED indicator on the hoverboard itself will helpfully let you know the level of remaining battery power.
Bluetooth connectivity can also be used to play your favorite jams on the hoverboard's 2.0 Bluetooth speakers.
Despite being designed to cater to beginners, experts, kids, and adults alike, the HOVERZON XLS does not fail to deliver on power and durability. With 250W dual motors and a durable outer shell, the HOVERZON XSL is as solid and reliable as most of the best-selling hoverboards today.
8. EPIKGO Premiere
As its name implies, the Premiere is the premium hoverboard from EPIKGO. Much like the EPIKGO Classic, the Premiere is an all-terrain model. As expected, it is a little more powerful with its 400W dual motors that allow it to move at speeds of up to 12 mph and to climb up inclines with slopes of up to 30°. The Premiere loses points for the lack of a Beginner mode, which would have been a really useful feature considering how powerful this hoverboard can be.
The 37V LG Battery Pack of the Premiere allows it to travel up to 12 miles in a single battery cycle, and can be fully charged in less than 2 hours. The maximum weight that the Premiere can carry is 240 lbs, which is surprisingly slightly lower than the weight limit of the EPIKGO Classic.
The Premiere is equipped with solid rubber all-terrain tires that keep it moving smoothly even on challenging terrain such as sand, gravel, or mud. Accordingly, the board is built with water and dust resistance to keep the sensitive electronics safe in the roughest conditions. EPIKGO has not forgotten to add flair to the Premiere – it also comes with Bluetooth speakers, and super bright LED panels that light it up during rides at night.
Being the premium hoverboard of the EPIKGO line, the Premiere also comes at a premium price. This can't be helped since the Premiere is a very powerful machine loaded with all the best features of an all-terrain hoverboard. However, the EPIKGO Premiere might be in a price range that no longer appeals to the casual buyer.
9. Jetson V6 Hoverboard
With 700W dual motors, the Jetson V6 is definitely not a hoverboard to be underestimated. It can travel at speeds of up to 10 mph and carry passengers up to a very impressive 300 pounds. The great specs don't stop there, as the Jetson V6 can also travel up to 15 miles on a single battery charge. With numbers like these, it is clear that the Jetson V6 can punch way above its weight and deserves to be more popular than it currently is.
The Jetson V6 comes with 8.5-inch durable rubber tires that allow it to travel on different kinds of terrain. With a water-resistant and flame-resistant outer shell, the internal electronics of the Jetson V6 are sufficiently protected against the elements, no matter what weather you choose to ride the hoverboard.
Despite the impressive numbers, the Jetson V6 does not forget to make itself accessible to beginners. With the Active Balance Technology, staying upright on the hoverboard and controlling it is easier and more intuitive than ever. Ride modes can be adjusted based on the rider's skill level using the companion mobile app that can connect to the Jetson V6 via Bluetooth.
The Jetson Ride mobile app that comes with the Jetson V6 is one of the most inventive we have seen. It allows you to record the speed and distance you have travelled with the hoverboard and post it on social media to compare with your friends. It also allows you to change the color and adjust the brightness of the LED lights on your hoverboard. You can even add a little more flair to your ride by playing your favorite tunes on the onboard Bluetooth speakers.
10. Levit8ion Ultra Hoverboard
The Levit8ion Ultra is a highly durable, albeit poorly-named, hoverboard that makes a few risks on design that ultimately pay off. It has a frame made of aircraft-grade aluminum, making it much more durable than most of its counterparts. A 400W dual motor system allows the Levit8ion to move at about 9 mph maximum speed. The hoverboard features a swappable battery that can be used to extend its effective range. However, you might not need to swap out the battery considering that a single battery charge can give a range of up to 20 miles.
As a testament to how lightweight the hoverboard is, the Levit8ion has a carrying handle right at the middle. Aside from making it easy to lift the hoverboard, the carrying handle also doubles as an LCD panel that display's the hoverboard's speed, distance travelled, and remaining battery power.
The companion KOOWHEEL PLUS app that connects to the Levit8ion via Bluetooth truly elevates the hoverboard experience. Using this app, you can adjust riding modes according to the skill level. It also has a dashboard that displays the hoverboard's current speed, and a map display that tracks your GPS position while you ride the hoverboard. With dual Bluetooth speakers, you can afford to ride in style while playing your favorite tunes.
Final thoughts
When shopping for hoverboards, always keep in mind that not all hoverboards are made equal. Important specs such as the hoverboard weight limit, maximum speed, and maximum range all have to be considered. Some hoverboards are also more beginner-friendly than others, which may be important if you're giving them as gifts to people who have never been on a hoverboard before. Other features such as mobile app connectivity, Bluetooth speakers, and all-terrain wheels are also nice bonuses.
We hope that we have helped you narrow down your choice with our list of the best hoverboards for adults. Hoverboards have always been popular gifts during holiday season, and these popular models will probably be flying off the shelves soon. Grab one while you still can!


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|Visible VIN plate
|Welcome home function
|Windscreen wiper de-icer
Interior Features
|12V power points in front + rear centre consoles
|3 x passenger assist grips
|4 way electrically adjustable lumbar support for drivers seat aircell
|4 way electrically adjustable lumbar support for front passenger seat
|60/40 split/folding 2nd row of seats
|8 way electric adjustable drivers seat
|8 way electrically adjustable passenger seat
|Aluminium pedals
|Centre cabin LED lights
|Centre console storage box
|Cupholders in centre console
|Door storage trays
|Driver seat memory function
|Driver/passenger sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
|Dual zone automatic air conditioning
|Electric tilt/telescopic steering wheel
|Extended seat cushion - Driver
|Front door courtesy lamps
|Front seatback pockets
|Front/rear centre armrests
|Gearshift paddles
|Glovebox illumination
|Heated front seats
|Heated outer rear seats
|Heated steering wheel
|Height adjustable headrests
|ISOFIX top tethers and lower anchor points
|Leather and chrome trimmed gearshift
|Leather dashboard
|Leather trimmed door armrests
|Leather trimmed steering wheel
|LED interior illumination
|LED map reading lights
|Luggage area lamp
|Luggage compartment cover
|Luggage net hooks
|Nappa leather upholstery
|Rear armrests with cupholder
|Rear coat hooks
|Reclining/sliding front seat
|Satin chrome interior door handles
|Side bolster support adjustment for driver seat
|Stainless Steel Scuff Plates
|Suede cloth headlining
|Ventilated front seats
|Ventilation ducts to rear compartment
|3 point seatbelts on all seats
|Active bonnet
|Automatic unlocking of doors in case of impact
|Autonomous emergency braking
|Brembo brake callipers
|Brembo braking system
|Curtain airbags
|Driver/Front Passenger airbags
|Drivers knee airbag
|Electronic parking brake
|Electronic stability control
|Emergency stop signalling system
|Fasten seatbelt reminder
|Front passenger airbag deactivation
|Height adjustable front seatbelts
|Hill start assist control (HAC)
|Rear door child safety locks
|Traction control
|Twin front and side airbags
|Tyre pressure monitoring system
|Alarm system
|Locking wheel nuts
|Smart key entry system
|Speed sensitive auto door locking
|Electronic suspension control
|Intelligent Stop and Go
|Limited slip differential
|Aluminium finish to centre console
|19" Alloy wheels
|Tyre mobility system
Technical specification
Emissions - ICE
|CO2 (g/km)
|Noise Level dB(A)
|Standard Euro Emissions
|WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb
Engine and Drive Train
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|Engine Code
|Engine Layout
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|Number of Valves
Fuel Consumption - ICE
|EC Combined (mpg)
|EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies
|EC Extra Urban (mpg)
|EC Urban (mpg)
|WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb
|WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High
|WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High
|WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low
|WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium
|WLTP - MPG - Comb
|WLTP - MPG - Extra High
|WLTP - MPG - High
|WLTP - MPG - Low
|WLTP - MPG - Medium
|Badge Engine CC
|Badge Power
|Coin Description
|Coin Series
|Generation Mark
|Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07
|NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %
|NCAP Child Occupant Protection %
|NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09
|NCAP Pedestrian Protection %
|NCAP Safety Assist %
|Service Interval Frequency - Months
|Service Interval Mileage
|Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage
|Standard manufacturers warranty - Years
|Vehicle Homologation Class
|0 to 60 mph (secs)
|0 to 62 mph (secs)
|Engine Power - BHP
|Engine Power - KW
|Engine Power - RPM
|Engine Torque - LBS.FT
|Engine Torque - MKG
|Engine Torque - NM
|Engine Torque - RPM
|Top Speed
Test Cycles
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|Tyre Size Rear
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Vehicle Dimensions
Weight and Capacities
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|No. of Seats
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Kia Stinger GT S
The Kia Stinger GT S makes a powerful statement on behalf of its brand. Would you buy one over an Audi S5 Sportback or a top BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe? Jonathan Crouch thinks he might....
Ten Second Review
Yes, it's a Kia. Yes, you might want one. No, this 'Gran Turismo' model isn't merely a copy of something German. Welcome to the Kia Stinger GT S. The looks don't lie.
Did you ever imagine that one day, Kia would bring you something like this? The company itself did. What we have here is their so-called 'Gran Turismo', the Stinger, the first of quite a number of more up-market premium models the brand plans to bring you. It's quite something isn't it? The car has a stylised five-door hatch bodyshape closest in concept to sportier versions of mid-sized executive contenders like Audi's A5 Sportback and BMW's 4 Series Gran Coupe. Kia not surprisingly sees both these cars as close rivals, but also thinks that what's on offer here could appeal to people tempted by sleeker premium sports saloons in this segment like Alfa Romeo's Giulia, Volkswagen's Arteon and Jaguar's XE. The Stinger's a fraction larger than models of that sort and, as well as being more arresting to look at, is also better equipped and claims to be more dynamically focused, especially in the top 3.3-litre twin turbo V6 GT S flagship guise we'll be trying here. Time to put this car to the test.
Driving Experience
Kia calls the Stinger a 'game-changer'. It's certainly very different from anything we've seen from the brand before. It's the company's very first rear-driven car and the first one truly able to take on premium European bands in terms of drive dynamics. Kia poached Albert Biermann, the former Head of BMW's M Performance division, to perfect these and the work that he and his team have put into this car at the testing Nurburgring Nordschleife racetrack is immediately evident in this Stinger's impressively accomplished blend of high speed stability and crisp directional responsiveness. Adaptive suspension is standard on this top variant and all derivatives get a drive modes system that enables you to alter steering feel, throttle response and changes from the standard 8-speed auto transmission,all to suit the way you want to drive. The resulting package is good enough to be considered alongside anything you could experience in a rival German premium brand model. Three engines are on offer, with the 365bhp 3.3-litre twin turbo V6 you'll find in the T-GDi GT S flagship model we're trying here being the most potent one. From rest, 62mph flashes by in 4.7s en route to 168mph. You'll pay for that at the pumps of course but the Stinger's proper 'Gran Turismo' experience makes up for it. Think of this Kia being a kind of Porsche Panamera for the relatively well-heeled common man and you'll be closest to understanding the objective being targeted here. Like that model, it's a car in which you feel you could cross continents. But also like a Panamera, there's enough dynamic feedback here to keep you aware that much more than that is possible.
Design and Build
German brands need to understand that you don't create a 'Gran Turismo' simply by switching to a five-door bodyshape from an existing saloon and adding a rear spoiler. Designer Gregory Guillaume seems to have appreciated that better than his counterparts at Audi and BMW and, as a result, the Stinger's longer, lower and quite differently proportioned from anything else in the segment. Inside, you sit low on leather stitched figure-hugging sports seats, view a broad faux leather soft-touch-trimmed centre console and grasp a flat-bottomed three-spoke D-shaped wheel over which you can also view a head-up display. The 8-inch centre-dash touchscreen is one of the elements borrowed from cheaper Kia models, but it's been well integrated. There are definite hints of Porsche and Mercedes here - the stubby auto gearlever, the 'jet turbine'-style three chromed central round vents - but this cabin's much more than some kind of derivative Teutonic 'homage'. It has its own sense of style and quality too, with cool metal surfaces, stitched leather trim panels and beautifully damped switchgear. In the rear, what's on offer can't match the palatial standards of a rival Volkswagen Arteon, but it certainly out-classes those competitors from Audi and BMW and if you take a seat in a rival Jaguar XE after trying one of these, you'll feel like you're in a supermini. There's a decent 406-litre cargo area too.
Market and Model
It must have been difficult for Kia to know how to price this car. This flagship 3.3-litre T-GDI V6 petrol GT S variant comes only in a single fully-loaded spec and requires a £41,000 budget for ownership. In terms of its value proposition, well a directly comparable BMW 440i Gran Coupe M Sport will cost you about £4,000 more and is fractionally slower off the mark. Otherwise, you're going to need to think about spending between £7,000 and £8,000 more on cars like Audi's S5 Sportback and the Mercedes-AMG C43 if you're to properly match the proposition on offer here. Predictably, the Stinger GT S is better equipped than these rivals. You get 19-inch alloy wheels with red 'Brembo' brake callipers. And five-way-adjustable electronic adaptive dampers that allow you to fine tune the driving experience to the conditions. Inside in a GT S, softer 'Nappa' leather covers the seats and the driver is treated to adjustable side bolsters for added support. Plus there's a large sunroof, a powered tailgate. In addition, inside at this level in the range, you'll get a '360-degree around-view monitor', cooled ventilated front seats, heated rear upholstery, a wireless smartphone charger and a thumping 15-speaker Harmon/Kardon Premium Sound System with a subwoofer and 'QuantumLogic' Surround sound.
Cost of Ownership
Like other Stinger models, the returns of this top GT S variant are, in very rough terms, around 20% behind those you'd enjoy in a comparably powerful European rival. That's despite the provision of the company's 'Intelligent Stop-Go' engine stop/start system. Specifically, the figures are 28.5mpg and 225g/km. A lot of this is down to the car's hefty 1.8-tonne kerb weight. Before you despair of getting the prospect of Stinger motoring by your company accountant though, bear in mind that much of this shortfall can be countered by this Kia's significantly lower asking price. Even the predicted residuals aren't too bad bearing in mind the restricted levels of brand equity here, industry experts CAP reckoning that after three years and 60,000 miles, your Stinger will still be worth between 36 and 39% of what you originally paid for it. To give you some perspective, that's about the same as you'd get from a top BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe and only a few percentage points off the class leader in this regard, Audi's A5 Sportback. Of course, these are only predictions and with a fashion-conscious product of this kind, the outlook can always be a touch uncertain. Nevertheless, if only on sheer rarity value, this Stinger can be expected to doggedly hold onto its value in a way that no previous Kia model ever has.
It's probably evident by now that we like the Stinger very much. It's certainly not the kind of car you would expect from this ambitious Korean brand, but in many ways it's the sort of model only Kia could have made. The styling's unconstrained by the need to reference other premium designs in the brand's portfolio because (for the time being at least) there aren't any. In the same way, the drive dynamics have been individually judged, giving this car a fluid, rewarding feel that fits perfectly with its 'Gran Turismo' billing. Once you've tried it, you'll feel a hint of compromise in most European rivals. We have a feeling that the sweet spot in the range might lie with the temptingly priced 2.0-litre petrol model rather than this V6 GT S variant, but either way, you'll get yourself an automobile that fundamentally feels like it's been created by people who like cars. A lot. That's a rarity in today's market. And it deserves your attention.
* This vehicle is affected by the new 2020 road tax rules. Find out more
** MPG figures are obtained in laboratory testing and intended for comparisons between vehicles. Please be aware they're not intended to represent real world efficiency.
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Artificial intelligence · Innovation
With Artificial Intelligence products and services moving more into every business, what are ways people are keeping up to date with AI tools and services and how they are impacting your industry or business?
It probably depends a lot on which of the four types of AI you're interested in. 1) reactive machines, 2) limited memory, 3) theory of mind, and 4) self-awareness. Each is rather separate from the others, and has its own community of interested parties.
A good place to start is https://www.recode.net/ai
Truth is there's almost no way to follow it all alone, even when you work in this field. I highly recommend being surrounded by a machine learning team who have "out of the box" & cross domain experience.
Example: for a client we developed a stock market prediction using deep neural architecture. We achieved state of the art using an approach made initially for natural voice generation.
Very good question. Even I wonder it sometimes like a human!! As this again can be solved and retained by only AI. While focused approach within AI can help us enable one segment in the best possible way. Here is our AI venture into B2B process automation.
What we can do is to club certain problem statements across one or many industries and advance our tools around it.


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Your guess is as good as ours.
Between spy shots, patents, rumors, renders, and confirmed models, it's hard to keep track of what new bikes we can actually expect to see on the market. One thing is for sure, manufacturers always have something exciting for us to look forward to and the year 2020 looks like it won't be an exception.
We decided to have a look at some of the rumored, leaked, and confirmed models we've covered so far and do a little round up of the things we might or might not see for 2020. Which one are you the most excited for?


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Powerful storm cell forecast to pelt Marin County with hail Tuesday afternoon
A powerful storm cell off the Golden Gate will move into Marin County Tuesday afternoon, likely dropping hail.
"This is just lingering from the larger storm we had over the past few days," said Anna Schneider, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service office in Monterey. "It's traveling behind the main front. Sometimes, behind the cold fronts you get convection happening over the ocean and then it moves into our area."
The hail is forecast to hit at about 12:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Take a photo or a video of the hail? Send it to email@example.com and we'll share it on SFGATE.


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Perverse incentives to the left; greed to the right. Stuck in the middle with American health care
April 25, 2017 2 Comments
I love Elisabeth Rosenthal's 2013 NYT series on the high cost of American health care and have been assigning portions of it to my classes for years (including this semester).
So, when I learned she had written a new book about the American health care system, I was all over it and ordered it the day it was published and finished it in less than a week (that's definitely fast for me– too much time with the internet, not enough with books).
The book is terrific. I literally cannot recommend it highly enough. Even if you think you are not interested in health care policy, chances are you've had plenty of interactions with our medical establishment and would be fascinated to learn just how perverse so many of the incentives are. I've been a health care policy junkie for at least a decade and I still learned a lot that was new to me. To some degree, what I learned was just how absurdly depraved and money-hungry the whole system has become. In many ways, we are looking at a medical system of capitalism amok. So many people are looking to monetize every last dollar off of human sickness and suffering. There's lots and lots of good people who just want to help, but they have been caught up into a perverse and greedy system where, often just practicing medicine, means partaking in a series of sleazy and ethically dubious practices and organizations that are looking to squeeze every last dollar out of patients and the government (i.e., all of us). And it's working. And, as I've written time after time, this is largely a matter of policy choice. Political Scientist Jacob Hacker sums it up quite nicely in his NYT review of the book:
The difference between the United States and other countries isn't the role of insurance; it's the role of government. More specifically, it's the way in which those who benefit from America's dysfunctional market have mobilized to use government to protect their earnings and profits. In every country where people have access to sophisticated medical care, they must rely heavily on the clinical expertise of providers and the financial protections of insurance, which, in turn, creates the opportunity for runaway costs. But in every other rich country, the government not only provides coverage to all citizens; it also provides strong counterpressure to those who seek to use their inherent market power to raise prices or deliver lucrative but unnecessary services — typically in the form of hard limits on how much health care providers can charge. [emphasis mine]
In the United States, such counterpressure has been headed off again and again. The industry and its elected allies have happily supported giveaways to the medical sector. But anything more, they insist, will kill the market. Although this claim is in conflict with the evidence, it is consistent with the goal of maximum rewards to (and donations from) the industry.
There's literally dozens of examples from the book that left me open-mouthed that people were able to get away with such greed and perversity, supposedly in the service of human health. One that really stuck out though, is that of Duexis. It's literally a pill that's just ibuprofen and famotidine. You can dose yourself with those two for literally pennies a day. Yet somehow– only in America, of course– they manage to charge $1500 a month for it and get doctors to prescribe it and insurance companies to pay for it. Ugh. If I ever had a doctor prescribe something like this to me, I would find a new doctor the next day.
Now, imagine a book full of other such shocking and disturbing examples. Not exactly fun to read, but totally engaging, and disturbing. And, also designed to be useful for helping readers navigate this giant mess with their own health care needs. Or, at least listen to the terrific Fresh Air interview.


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Point of View (POV) is a new single player Half-Life MOD where you will play as a Alien Slave named Xonxt. You will have new weapons to use, be able to explore new and old areas of Back Mesa and of Xen in a MOD with a story that will allow you to (re)visit areas of Half-Life, Opposing Forces and Azure Sheep but, this time, with a different point of view.
Humans will try to kill you, xen forces will ignore or attack you and you will have to survive to all this. Friends will now be your enemies and enemies your friends now that you play as a Alien Slave.
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Critical Theory in Contemporary Art Practice
10 Aug 2015 – 14 Aug 2015
Event times
10:00 to 14:00 Daily
- 16 John Islip Street
- London
- United Kingdom
Travel Information
- Bus: 2, C10, 36, 77A, 88, 185, 436
- Tube: Pimlico, Vauxhall
This course is designed to provide art graduates, practising artists and curators with an encompassing introduction to key theoretical discourses that underpin the production and interpretation of art.
It provides a platform for students to develop and articulate their own ideas on art production, exhibition and reception. It may suit those wishing to apply for a postgraduate degree in art or to pursue a career in the arts sector.
Over the last two decades, the study of art history in art education has been complemented and often superseded by the study of critical theory, while art theorists and critics bring political, social and cultural theories to bear on the interpretation of art.
This course bridges this transition and maps the field, enabling students to locate their own research interests. You will extend and develop your ability to discuss, write about and judge contemporary art. You will look at the impact on contemporary art practice of feminism, post-colonialism, philosophy, psychoanalysis and political theory and examine art practice from different theoretical perspectives and critical debates in the field. You will be supported in identifying thematics and practices that are relevant to your studio practice and assisted in the contextualising your work.


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Monthly Message
The Wutherich & Co. Composite was down 3.2% in May. This compares with the S&P/TSX down 3.1% and the BMO Small Cap Index down 2.7%.
Sell in May and go away? Well, we certainly saw some selling in May, egged on by a few Trump Tweets about trade. That strategy, however, seems like a tough way to make money. You need to sell all your stocks at just the right time; buy them back at the right time; and minimize any trading fees and tax consequences of your actions. Best to leave well enough alone. Perhaps the maxim should read: "Less is more." We tend to do as little trading as possible throughout the year and only do it according to valuation parameters that we apply to each stock in the portfolio.
A recent addition to the portfolio is Plantronics (PLT-N). This is a US-based company that is a global supplier of headsets and phone equipment for consumer and business applications. The stock has come off significantly recently as they work to integrate a large acquisition. The stock has also been impacted by Trump Tweets about tariffs against imports from Mexico. Their largest manufacturing facility is in Mexico. This company has shown strong execution and free cash flow generation in the past and, while it may be difficult, we think they can navigate the troubled waters of world trade. We have used weakness in the stock price over the last few months to initiate a position in the company.
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Success of the second IMODE Training School in Lille
This second IMODE Training School held on July 5th-6th took place in the University of Lille. During the two days, 26 participants took part in lectures and practical demonstrations.
Firstly, in Faculty of Pharmacy, they studied Controlled Drug delivery systems and the evaluation and treatment of cardiovascular disease.
The second day, in the Faculty of Sciences & Technologies, focused on the nature of the physical states of pharmaceuticals and their transformations induced by different relevant stresses (temperature, pressure, grinding, freeze-drying).


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1969 69 LeMans GTO Quarter Trim with Armrest
This 1969
LeMans / GTO quarter soft-trim with armrest is made to be an accurate
reproduction to replace your original
upholstery. It is created using
Pontiac originals as patterns, and sewn using correct Madrid grain
vinyl with original style stitching. All 69 LeMans & GTO coupe
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Alpine Valley Bread: Pas Yisroel Update
We are happy to announce that all Alpine Valley Bread prodcuts baked after March 16, 2016 are certified Pas Yisroel. This applies to all Alpine Valley products under Vaad supervsion with a code of Q:076 or higher on the kwik-lok tag (pictured below), even if Pas Yisroel is not indicated on the packaging. This applies to Sprouts breads with […]Read More
Balsalmic Vinegar Sold Locally at 99 Cents Stores
Please see the alert below from Star-K Certification which is relevant to a balsalmic vinegar that is sold locally at 99 Cents stores that is no longer kosher even when bearing the Star-K symbol. Please be advised that Cosmopolitan Food Group and all its brands, including Palermo, Milas, Casa di Oliva, Zayit, and Original Gourmet, has been terminated due […]Read More
Kashruth at the Valley of the Sun JCC
Please be advised that events at the Valley of the Sun JCC are not necessarily kosher unless VAAD SUPERVISION is specified. (The Levi Catering Cafe, an independent entity, maintains Vaad certification at all times.)Read More
Jerusalem Bakery
Effective December 31, 2014, Jerusalem Bakery is not under Vaad Kosher certification.Read More
Alpine Valley Bread Pas Yisroel status
PLEASE NOTE: THIS ALERT HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY THE UPDATE ON 3/30/2016, available here. Effective immediately, Alpine Valley Bread is certified Pareve, Pas Palter. Due to changes in the production facility, it is no longer certified Pas Yisroel and all packaging will soon reflect this change. This applies to Sprouts and Cobblestone breads with Vaad […]Read More
Mozart Cafe – Scottsdale location
Please note that Mozart Cafe is no longer open for business in its E. Mercer Lane location in Scottsdale. As of December 2016, Mozart Cafe in the ASU Memorial Union is also CLOSED.Read More
Paprika Restaurant
Please note that Paprika restaurant is no longer open for business.Read More
Pas Yisroel 5776
What is Pas Yisroel? If a Jew is involved in any part of the baking process (e.g, he/she turns on the oven), the baked food has the status of Pas Yisroel ("Jewish bread"). It is the custom of many communities to use only Pas Yisroel during the Aseret Yemi Teshuvah – the ten days between Rosh Hashanah […]Read More
Middle Eastern Bakery
Effective August 5, 2015, Middle Eastern Bakery located at 3052 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016 will no longer be certified kosher by the Greater Phoenix Vaad Hakashruth.Read More
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf in Arizona
Change in the Kosher Certification of Arizona Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Locations According to Kosher LA, the organization that certifies Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, as of June 15, 2015 the food prepared and served at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf locations throughout the State of Arizona will no longer be certified kosher. These […]Read More