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NYC's First State LGBTQ Monument Will Be A Garden Of Rainbows
Sara Roncero-Menendez
The design of New York City's new LGBTQ monument was revealed during this year's Pride Parade
In the wake of the New York City Pride Parade, Governor Andrew Cuomo's office and the LGBT Memorial Commission announced the design for the first official New York State-commissioned monument honoring the LGBTQ community. Designed by Brooklyn-based artist Anthony Goicolea, the outdoor monument will be located in Hudson River Park in Greenwich Village and will be open to the public.
The monument will feature nine boulders, most of which will be bisected with laminated borosilicate glass. The glass in the stone will create small rainbows when the light refracts through it, turning the grass into a small garden of rainbows. The monument is meant to commemorate the 49 people who died in the Orlando Pulse nightclub shooting in June 2016, as well as victims of anti-LGBTQ hate crimes.
While the rainbows symbolize the LGBTQ movement, the park was also chosen because of its history as a meeting place for LGBTQ people. "This monument will serve as a communal space filled with light, color, and hope where the visitors can sit, mourn, love, and remember for years to come," Goicolea said.
Goicolea told the The New York Times that the idea behind the design is to create a space that helps people feel connected to one another as a community. "It feels like there are certain shapes and patterns that are encoded in our DNA as humans that transcend any particular culture and speak to how we are unified in the larger scheme. I wanted to create a space that feels familiar, even though it is new."
There is no news as to when the monument will be completed in the park.
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We've all been there: rushing out of the house, but somehow you're tracking on time with everyone's outfits looking on point — and suddenly poop is everywhere. Game over.
Diaper blowouts are 100% the grossest part about being a parent. But, did you know there is a pretty easy way to prevent them?
Is Your Diaper the Right Size?
If your diaper is leaking or blowing out, you might be blaming it on the size of your baby's business, but in reality it's probably because they've outgrown their diaper. Knowing when to go up a size in diapers is the key to preventing diaper leaks.
How Should a Diaper Fit?
Your baby's diaper should cover their entire bum — no cheek peeks.
The leg cuffs should be secure, but contoured and flexible enough for them to wiggle around in.
To reduce redness or chaffing around the tummy, make sure the elastic waistband is stretchy and lays snug, but is not so tight that it tugs at their skin.


Ecommerce has been viewed as the intelligent way of selling out the products and services. With a technology boom, the customers all over could be addressed and targeted. However, despite of huge reachability, ecommerce business lagged behind in getting hold of rural population until digitalization revolution came in.
Government has been tying up with banking sector and online cash providers to promote and ease up online financial transactions. This is further being enabled through internet service providers who are bringing in best broadband advancement to the rural areas by placing towers at every nook and corner. Various government initiatives and intervention to introduce digitalization to rural India has proven to be very useful for almost all the sectors of industry but largely the ecommerce sector.
Many ecommerce companies have successfully teamed up with Indian postal service to make the delivery of their products to their customers in rural areas. This has proved to be cost effective and a reliable source of delivery.
All these initiatives and this shift of technology will turn out to be fruitful for the ecommerce players through innovative use of media in rural market. People in rural parts need to be educated about the products and its usability. And that can be made possible by hiring rural specialist agency that will be planning and designing a rural effective advertisement campaigns and activities.
Ecommerce sector being a revolution in itself is directing its advertising strategies to creative and dynamic BTL advertising agencies in India. Many agencies situated in metropolitan cities with their expertise and creative minds are bridging between ecommerce business and rural areas. For example, to reach the interiors of rural areas in Maharashtra, BTL activation agencies in Mumbai and Rural marketing agency in Pune get active to run such distinctive and incredible advertising campaigns.
Road shows: Such campaigns include BTL activation agencies in Mumbai through road shows in the rural areas. This aims at creating awareness among the rural people about the products and the services their ecommerce client offers at a much lesser and competitive prices.
Story telling: Another very effective way of connecting with rural audience is through a story telling and creating a character which resembles the rural population. It talks about the challenges the rural imaginary character faces and tackles through advertised product and service.
Nice blog. Thanks for sharing such a nice blog on how rural market is turning out to new hub ecommerce platform. It was very helpful blog.


I use Accordance across my Macs but have a few friends interested in trialling it on their pcs so I thought I'd set the Emulator up first on an iMac I have that only boots to Windows XP.
If anyone can direct me that would be great!! Two of these people are considering purchasing Macs if their experience is positive. I'd like to get good at doing the Emulator so that I can set it up for them.
You are showing the very old version 5 demo that is bundled with the installer. Delete that entire folder! You need to run the initial demo installer for 9.4 first, and then the demo completer. However, there will not be room for the new demo on the OS Drive in any case, so you will need to go through the steps shown in the EmulatorManual5 to create a new drive in order to install Accordance.
Using the emulator is not for the faint of heart!
Glad to report I am not faint of heart.
I have deleted everything and started again.
However, the Demo Installer is a zip file - not mentioned in the manual. So I expanded it and copied the folder with the installer and the readme, and the completer file to a folder on the MacOS desktop.
When I double click on the installer it throws an error. The file does not appear to have an extension, and does not have an icon like the completer package.
So, back to Windows where I renamed the demo installer to give it .sit extension.
Back to Mac - now has .sit extension and has icon of a sit file.
Double click on it and though it looks like it is going to spring to life, nothing happens. No pretty pink stuff it progress bar.
So - thats as far as I've got!
Will await further instructions. No rush!
Oh dear! It's supposed to be a .sit inside a .zip. This is a new arrangement for the 9 demos for the emulator. You alerted me earlier that the file was missing. I had in fact uploaded the .sit as we have done for years. So I zipped the installer and Read me, and that's what you have been trying to install, but the file that you move into Basilisk has to be the .sit. I am reuploading the correct file now, I hope. Sorry for the double error.
I am reuploading the correct file now, I hope. Sorry for the double error.
No worries, Helen. All good now - I've installed the Demo and the Completer and am up and running with the emulator. Not hard at all.


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Ella, Queen of Jazz
Helen Hancocks, London: Frances Lincoln, 2017, hb, 978 1 84780 9186, £11.99, 36pp
Picture Book: 5+
This is a picture book introduction to the singing career of Ella Fitzgerald and her friendship with Marilyn Monroe. It is also about the discrimination against black musicians in the States in the 1950s and early 1960s and focuses on an episode in which Marilyn's intervention helped Ella secure a gig at a night club which didn't hire African-American artists.
If, given its young audience, the story is necessarily simplistic about the racial situation in the USA, its point about the power of music and friendship to bridge social divides and break down prejudice is well made. It also introduces children to two of the major cultural forces in twentieth century America. It is based on a possibly true story of how Ella and Marilyn came to know one another. Brief summaries of their lives appear as an afterword, with the story itself making clear what their friendship meant to each of them. There is also a photograph of Ella and Marilyn together to compare with Hancocks' depictions. Hancocks' illustrations have a suitably retro feel in colour and style and support a straightforward narrative. The text's intermittent attempt to imitate "cool cat" dialogue – "Ella Fitzgerald loved to sing and she sang good" – is perhaps less successful. And perhaps the illustrations of influential movie couples accompanying the statement that "all of Hollywood flocked to see Marilyn and Ella" might have provided clearer characterisations of the stars of the time, even if young readers might not recognise them. To be really picky, Marilyn's use of the term "paparazzi" in the story predates its historical usage in the English language and is unnecessary. "Press" or "reporters" would have done just as well.
Review by Clive Barnes

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HUBO (Korean: 휴보; designated KHR-3) is a walking humanoid robot, head mounted on a life-size walking bipedal frame, developed by the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and released on January 6, 2005. According to Hubo's creator Prof Jun-Ho Oh and his Plenary Session at ICRA 2012 entitled Development Outline of the Humanoid Robot: HUBO II the name Hubo is short form for nothing, it is just Hubo.
Hubo has voice recognition and synthesis faculties, as well as sophisticated vision in which its two eyes move independently of one another.


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If we treat the optical verification as an ingenious invention designed to give characteristic verisimilitude to the narrative, we can explain this as an hysterical manifestation. We note that the delusion began when he wished to stop sleeping with his mistress. Can we suppose that the young man deluded himself that he had lost his member in the same way as psychotics sometimes suppose their pelvis to be made of glass, and that the girl, finding herself in danger of strangulation, had the wit to try the effect of a little counter suggestion by the most obvious method? Sprenger and Kramer themselves end the story by warning us:
But it must in no way be believed that such members are really torn right away from the body but that they are hidden by the devil through some prestidigitatory art, so that they can be neither seen nor felt.
In the case of hysterical and schizophrenic manifestations, of the sort then referred to as " possession ", it was obviously insufficient to burn the person alleged to have caused them; in view of the erotic symptoms displayed by the persons possessed, it was necessary to find some way of showing them to be guilty also. This was managed by employing the argument that the devil cannot enter a person unless he be destitute of all holy thoughts. Accordingly, all deluded or possessed persons were presumed to be in deadly sin, which is as much as to say that lunacy was made a capital crime, the only admissible defence being that one was possessed by God and not by the devil. The Church's attempt to impose this principle came up against the strong medieval belief that lunacy varies with the phases of the moon. Against this it was argued, rather as in a modern libel action, that the devil deliberately caused the manifestations to vary with the phases of the moon in order to bring one of God's creatures (meaning the moon) into disrepute; or if he did not, then the devil was himself affected by the moon; or if he was not, men were more susceptible to diabolic influence at full moon. The frightful casuistry of such arguments does not seem to have worried anyone.
With the fantasies of intercourse with incubi and succubi we need not deal, as these have been discussed in a previous chapter. Concerning the purely sexual character of the phenomena which the Inquisitors were attacking under the rubric of "witchcraft" the Malleus is quite explicit: "All witchcraft comes from carnal lust," it says, which in women is insatiable." With perfect realism, it adds that the most prolific source of witchcraft is quarrelling between unmarried women and their lovers.
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The Federal Theatre Project was created in 1935 as a Works Progress Administration project to fund live theatre and other live performing arts performances. Its purpose was also to give employment to unemployed theatre artists; the project brought free or low-cost theatre (including children's theatre) to audiences nationwide. Hallie Flanagan was the Federal Theatre Project's director. The project ended in 1939 due to cancellation of funding by Congress. Original color costume designs, sketches, and scenic boards for some 42 Federal Theatre Project productions donated by the U.S. Veterans Administration. Productions include the musical revue Sing for your supper, 1939, with costume designs by Alexander Jones; The black crook, circa 1936, with costume designs by Sidney Carlyle and Frank Fisher; Pinocchio by Yasha Frank, adapted from Collodi, circa 1937, with some costume designs by Sidney Carlyle and Frederick Wilkinson; Ready! Aim! Fire!, 1937, by Gene Stone and Jack Robinson, with costume designs by Frederick Wilkinson; among other costume designers represented are Dianne Aerne, Kavelita and V. Nichols. There are also 31 scenic boards (30 of which have photographs attached) of drops, backdrops, roll curtains, and set pieces by Frederick Stover for the musical revue Two-a-day, 1938, as well as a small number of set design drawings, including The pastry baker by Lope de Vega, circa 1935-1939, drawing by Joseph Liss, and set designs by Nels Astner for William Shakespeare's Twelfth night. Also included is 1 costume sketch for Clay Dalton in the Festival of American dance, circa 1937.


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CORE and Review of Myopia Management to Collaborate on Clinical and Educational Content
Review of Myopia Management to Share Content from Contact Lens Update, and CORE to Contribute Original Articles to Review of Myopia Management
WATERLOO, Ontario, October 30, 2019—The Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) today announced a collaboration with Review of Myopia Management, published by Jobson Medical Information.
The collaboration has begun with Review of Myopia Management sharing content from CORE's online clinical educational magazine, Contact Lens Update. Now available in the resources section of Review of Myopia Management are summaries of each of the International Myopia Institute (IMI) reports. Authored by members of CORE's clinical science team, and originally appearing in issue 47 of Contact Lens Update, each provides a short summary key insights and recommendations from the reports. Links to the full IMI open-access papers are also available through both websites.
"The IMI reports were long-anticipated and much needed. In an evolving clinical field such as myopia management, it is of paramount importance that eye care professionals keep themselves informed to offer the best possible evidence-based therapies to their patients," said Karen Walsh, Clinical Scientist and editor of Contact Lens Update. "The IMI reports contain a valuable summary of that evidence base as it currently stands. Content initiatives through Contact Lens Update and Review of Myopia Management help translate that information into practical advice for use in practice."
Over the next 18 months, CORE scientists will also contribute original articles on key topics for Review of Myopia Management. Dr. Lyndon Jones, director of CORE, summarized the relevance of the initiative: "Recognising the worldwide epidemic of myopia, we value the opportunity to collaborate with partners such as Review of Myopia Management in order to increase opportunities for practitioners to access and evaluate new research, thinking and techniques."
Published six times per year, Contact Lens Update provides a global platform for unbiased clinical insights based in current research. Since 2011, each issue has provided dependable and up-to-date ocular health information for more than 60,000 leading eye care professionals.
In addition to a complete archive of back issues, ContactLensUpdate.com offers a resource library that provides no-cost professional tools, patient resources, images, and video. It also houses complementary technical training videos produced by International Association of Contact Lens Educators, plus an industry glossary. Industry professionals can access the latest issue directly from ContactLensUpdate.com or quickly sign up for email receipt of future issues.
The Contact Lens Update receives support from the educational arms of Alcon and Johnson & Johnson Vision.
About the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE)
The Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) was established in 1988 at the University of Waterloo's School of Optometry & Vision Science. Over the next three decades, the organization evolved from a three-person operation into a thriving hub of basic and applied research, collaborating with sponsors, agencies and academia on advanced biosciences, clinical research and education. Its uncompromising independence and results of the highest quality have been at the heart of many of the most prominent advances in eye health. Today, its approximately 50-person team serves a range of ophthalmic sectors, including medical devices, ocular pharmaceuticals, digital technology and others, with a focus on the anterior segment. For more information, please visit core.uwaterloo.ca.
Aimee J. Lewis or Mike McDougall, APR, Fellow PRSA, McDougall Communications for CORE
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28 Sep 2012 - 07 Jan 2013
© Ryan Gander
'Ftt, Ft, Ftt, Ftt, Ffttt, Ftt, or somewhere between a modern representation of how a contemporary gesture came into being, an illustration of the physicality of an argument between Theo and Piet regarding the dynamic aspect of the diagonal line and attempting to produce a chroma-key set for a hundred cinematic scenes', 2010
Courtesy the artist and Ishikawa Collection, Okayama, Japan. Photographer Ken Adlard.
28 September 2012 – 7 January 2013
THE PRINCIPLE OF ARTISTS' LIBRARIES
"Bibliothèques d'artiste" are a recurring program at the Palais de Tokyo which every three months invites an artist to display the implicit connections in his/her mental universe. "One of the best ways of recreating a man's thinking it to reconstruct his library," Marguerite Yourcenar wrote in the "notebooks" of the Memoirs of Hadrian. Retracing the paths followed by an artist's thinking, discovering his/her sensibility, his/her universe, being really close to the creative act, that is what is at stake. That imaginary library – the artist's mental landscape – is a field of forms that inhabits him/her, a space existing only through and in his/her mind, and being materialized here through a visible offering. This library affords a unique access to the manufacture of creative thought, enabling visitors to discover, from the inside, the turbulent worlds that are at work in artists.
INTERLINKING, PUTTING INTO A SERIES
Ryan Gander (b. 1976), plays with the processes of interlinking and putting into a series to explore the relations established between reality and fiction in his works. Constructing its discourse around appropriation and representation, the art of Ryan Gander critically revisits the history of art and design. Like his proposal for the Palais de Tokyo, the photographs, films, installations and sculptures of Ryan Gander question the various creative processes and their manifestations. The last work he produced at the 13th Documenta in Kassel was unanimously acclaimed.
MENTAL LANDSCAPE
Esperluette by Ryan Gander inaugurates the Bibliothèques d'artiste program. The title of this exhibition designates the logogram "&", a ligatured way of writing the coordinating conjunction "and". This expression interlinks several concepts into a single relationship, a fundamental principle in the artist's work. The central installation, Ampersand (the English word for "esperluette"), is presented as a giant white cube, closed and impenetrable. Only a small opening permits the visitor to stealthily observe the scrolling of a series of objects on a conveyor belt and "envisage their significance, be it cultural, historical, financial, or personal". These objects from everyday life, ordinary and insignificant, are taken from Ryan Gander's collection. A total of more than 60 elements are presented, like fireplace bricks and roof tiles, japanese table setting, a survival kit and a mushroom knife.
A SEEING MACHINE
This slide show of objects – a real window open on to the artist's mental landscape – invites the viewer to reconstruct this "curious collection of things". Metamorphosed in this way, as a new setting these objects now have a stage, a real seeing machine, where all rapprochements can be envisaged. Cinematographic experience seems to underlie the setting up of this installation. Every object is a shot whose effect depends on its relative position in the sequence. Each sequence in turn unfolds like an episode in a story running non-stop. Movements, scrollings, changes of viewpoint: all the tricks of editing and staging are thus brought into play. Thanks to this device, the objects are now no more than forms, images, (co)existing in a shared presence.
THE SPECTATOR'S MIRROR
The works in the exhibition are based on a system with multiple references, a puzzle. The artist is fond of the association of ideas, as in the cycle of lectureperformances he has been developing since 2002, entitled Loose Associations. The sound installation, the self-service posters, and the central installation are the fragments of a framed story. Behind this reading on several levels a huge set of clues to be deciphered is hidden, encouraging visitors to make their own connections, invent their own story, solve the riddle – with no solution – set by the artist.
SOME OF THE OBJECTS IN THE CENTRAL AMPERSAND INSTALLATION
A4 Paper, Albers Fire Bricks and French Roof Tiles, An Amazon Box, Aubette Ashtray, Black Drawn Curtain, Bread, Dunwich Air, Firework, Jobs' Keyboard, Leica M9, Palais de Tokyo Ruin, Sale T-shirt, Seeds, Scarf, Security Mirror, Smoked Vodka, Sol's Pussy, Sound Effect Props, Spray Paint, Stab Vest, Survival Kit, etc.
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How you doing? The labour market may be stumbling, but not for everybody | City A.M.
Economic data out this morning showed that the unemployment rate across the country was 5.1 per cent, wages grew by 1.8 per cent over the year and the number of people in work reached a new record high.
But those are generalisations - the picture differs markedly across sections of the economy.
So who has it best and who are those still struggling to break out of the post-crisis slump?
Read more: Why have jobs and wages started to stutter?
You may be hearing about firms trying desperately to snap up young talent to stay relevant in the digital age, but it's the forty-somethings that are most likely to be bringing home a steady paycheck.
Meanwhile, those under 24 are the more likely than anybody else in the country to be unemployed.
But being 'unemployed' isn't the same as being 'out of work' - the former only includes people that are classified as being "economically active" - that means the retired babyboomers and beyond who have long stopped clocking in nine-to-five have the lowest 'unemployment' rate of all.
The rise of the self-employed has been long-documented. At first, it was a cause for concern. Workers laid off in the crisis had no choice but to go it alone. That turned to celebration, as the shackles of working for a corporate all day long had been torn off and a new generation of entrepreneurs began sprouting up across the country.
Whatever the reasons, you can't deny the data - the ranks of the self-employed are still growing faster than the number of employees.
The scales on the above chart are relative, so a steeper curve indicates a faster growth rate - and vice versa.
As the UK economy put in a strong 2015 and others around the world struggled, Britain attracted workers from all around the world. While the number of Britons in work continued to climb, the number of non-UK citizens working here grew faster.
Once again, the scales are comparable - a steeper line means faster growth.
As the employment rate shot up after the crisis, it was the private sector that was putting in the extra shifts. Public sector pay freezes and George Osborne's focus on fiscal consolidation has meant wages for those in the business world has grown markedly faster than in the government sphere.
Nevertheless, public sector workers still take home £501 a week on average - compared to £489 in the private sector.
Even in the private sector, however, the picture varies remarkably. The boom in the number of services jobs has been well documented, as restaurants, cafes and hotels have all benefited from improved economic conditions.
But more jobs hasn't translated into faster pay growth. Wages grew just 1.5 per cent over the last 12 months.
Similarly, manufacturers haven't been able to make much progress in terms of average wages - climbing just 1.6 per cent in 12 months.
Construction is where the action is. This is where the skills shortage appears to be really biting, with builders taking home an impressive £605 a month on average - 26 per cent more than colleagues in the services sector.
So, if you're a self-employed construction worker in their forties from somewhere outside the UK - chances are you've done pretty well for yourself over the last few years.
City boys and girls - not so much. Your pay slumped by 1.5 per cent over the last 12 months. Fear not though, at £605 a week in average earnings, you match the builders pound-for-pound when it comes to salary.
Whether that will still be true when next month's jobs stats come out, however, remains to be seen. Last summer, financial services workers were taking home £642 a week compared to just £567 in construction.
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JCB's electric mini excavator wins prizes for engineering innovation
The UK's Royal Academy of Engineering has announced that JCB's ultra-quiet and zero emissions 19C-1E electric digger won the 2020 MacRobert Award
The MacRobert Award is a prize for innovation that has been presented since 1969 to honour a wide variety of engineering feats, including the CT scanner and Rolls-Royce's Pegasus engine used in the Harrier jump jet.
JCB faced strong competition for this year's award from two other shortlisted finalists: the all-electric I-PACE sports utility vehicle from Jaguar Land Rover and ecoSMRT liquid natural gas reliquification technology from Babcock's LGE business.
JCB Chairman Lord Bamford noted, "To win one of the world's most respected engineering prizes is an outstanding endorsement for JCB's electrification team, who have achieved so much in applying a science which was new to our business. JCB's electric mini excavator will contribute to a zero carbon future and it's a huge honour for our contribution to be recognised in this way."
Professor Sir Richard Friend FREng FRS, chair of the Royal Academy of Engineering MacRobert Award judging panel, said, "JCB's electric digger is a huge engineering achievement. The team has developed all parts of the electric propulsion system to deliver system performance that matches real customer requirements. This is a huge achievement in itself, but the additional benefits of zero exhaust emissions and much lower noise has lifted the 19C-1E excavator to a new level."
The 19C-1E excavator is the world's first volume-produced fully electric digger and with it, JCB has shown it is possible to make powerful construction machinery without an internal combustion engine. Hundreds of the machines have been sold and so far they have saved the equivalent of 15,100kg in CO2 emissions across 5,616 hours of work.
As well as significantly reducing carbon emissions, the electric digger has zero exhaust emissions and very low noise levels. This combination makes it much better suited than traditional construction vehicles to operating inside buildings or in areas where noise must be kept to a minimum, for example near hospitals and schools and in city centres where night shift work is often necessary.


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Acura NSX Named as a Prestigious 2017 AUTOMOBILE All-Star
Mar 11, 2017 – TORRANCE, Calif.
The 2017 Acura NSX was selected as a 2017 AUTOMOBILE All-Star (Acura.us/NSXAutomobileAllStar), adding to the supercar's growing list of accolades and recognition since its spring 2016 launch. AUTOMOBILE today partnered with the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance to announce the 2017 All-Stars during a live stream on the AUTOMOBILE Facebook channel. The Acura NSX, America's only U.S-built supercar1, was selected from a diverse field of 23 contenders to join a select group of six vehicles heralded for their exceptional characteristics including driving dynamics, styling and refinement, and technological advancement.
According to the editors and staff at AUTOMOBILE, the Acura NSX earned its All-Star status the old-fashioned way: "by consistently putting a grin on drivers' faces." With its three-motor, 573-horsepower2, twin-turbocharged Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) powertrain, the Acura NSX challenged some of the most exotic supercars including past All-Star winners. The NSX impressed the editors with its electrifying driving performance and precision in testing on the roads of Deer Creek Road near Mount Charleston, Nevada.
"Yes, the Acura NSX is a tour de force of advanced engineering, but it's far from cold and impersonal," said Automobile Editor-in-Chief Mike Floyd. "Instead, the NSX is a supercar that makes you feel like a hero regardless of skill level at the track, and it's eminently accessible and easy to drive off of it. A true All-Star."
AUTOMOBILE All-Stars are chosen from a vehicle contender list made up of all-new, heavily revised, or newly significant variants on sale or otherwise available in the U.S. in the 12 months preceding its test. The editorial staff spends multiple days driving the assembled array of All-Stars contenders on both road and track and casts their votes for the winners by private ballot. After choosing the All-Stars winners, the number of which varies from year-to-year, the staff then spends extensive seat time with the contenders through long-term tests and other epic, feature-based drives.
"We're extremely proud to have the pinnacle Acura vehicle, the NSX, recognized with one of the industry's pinnacle honors, the Automobile All-Star award," said Jon Ikeda, vice president & general manager of Acura. "With NSX, we set out to deliver a unique expression of Acura performance, and this honor further validates that Acura is a performance brand."
Launched last spring, the 2017 Acura NSX is the only supercar designed, developed and manufactured in the U.S., and is produced exclusively at the Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio.
The Acura NSX was evaluated against 22 other cars including: Aston Martin DB11, Audi A4, Bentley Bentayga, BMW M2, Cadillac CT6, Cadillac XT5, Chevrolet Bolt, Chrysler Pacifica, Ford Focus RS, Genesis G90, Honda Civic, Infiniti Q60, Jaguar F-Pace, Jaguar XE, Lincoln Continental, Maserati Levante, Mazda CX-9, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Nissan GT-R, Porsche 718 Cayman S, Toyota Prius Prime and Volvo S90. For more information, please visit automobilemag.com/awards.
About AUTOMOBILE
AUTOMOBILE, a brand of TEN: The Enthusiast Network, is America's leading automotive lifestyle brand, with a total audience of more than 5.7 million across its print, online, and social channels. AUTOMOBILE is home to the annual All-Stars awards and is written for the sophisticated enthusiast. For three decades, AUTOMOBILE has set the standard for automotive journalism, maintains a devotion to offbeat adventures, and continues to emphasize #noboringcars.
About Rosenthal Acura
Since 1986 Rosenthal Acura has provided top of the line vehicles with exceptional service. We have received Acura's highly coveted Precision Team Award for customer service for 20 consecutive years. We are proud to be the only Acura dealership in Maryland, Washington DC and Northern Virginia to win the Dealership of Distinction in 2015.
Our dealership was founded on the principle that the customer always comes first. This means that we do not simply sell cars, our professionals help you choose a vehicle that fits your needs and after the sale we will help you keep it running like new. We attend to every detail and accommodate your personal preferences. We always go the extra mile as the premier Acura dealership in the Washington DC Metropolitan Region.
Contact us to find out more about Rosenthal Acura's Personal Approach at 1-877-300-4226.
To visit our dealership, check our Map and Location and Department Hours – we would like to meet you in person and help you with your car ownership needs. Our dealership is conveniently located in the Gaithersburg area and worth the drive.
2017 Acura NSX Supercar Claims Class Victory in North American Racing Debut at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Jun 26, 2016 – PIKES PEAK, Colo.
Acura NSX wins its North American racing debut by more than 11 seconds
American-built NSX wins Time Attack 2 class at 100th running of the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
NSX-inspired Acura 4-Motor EV Concept finishes second in the Electric Modified Class
The recently-launched 2017 Acura NSX claimed victory today in its North American racing competition debut, climbing the 14,115-foot pinnacle of Pikes Peak and clinching first place in the Time Attack 2 class at the 2016 Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, the 100th anniversary of the running of America's second oldest race.
The production-based Acura NSX is powered by Acura's revolutionary three-motor Sport Hybrid Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive™ powertrain (Sport Hybrid SH-AWD®), the first electrified torque vectoring powertrain in the world of exotic sports cars. With added required safety equipment for competition, the NSX negotiated the 12.42-mile course in a time of 10:28.820 to win the Time Attack 2 class of the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Nick Robinson, North American R&D team member and engineer in charge of the next-generation supercar's dynamic performance, drove the production-based Acura NSX to victory. Nick is also the reigning PP250 winner from the 2015 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
"I'm incredibly happy to have won the Production Class with the new NSX!" Robinson reported. "The hard work the entire development team has put into the NSX over the past few years really paid off today."
Two additional Acura vehicles – the NSX-inspired 4-Motor Acura EV Concept, driven by Tetsuya Yamano, and a modified 2017 Acura NSX, driven by Nick's brother, James Robinson – also campaigned in the race. Yamano finished second in the Electric Modified class in the NSX-inspired EV, posting a time of 9:06.015 (79.119 mph), which made him the third fastest on the overall charts. The Acura EV Concept's all-electric SH-AWD® powertrain boasts peak output three times the total system output of the CR-Z prototype that ran last year, featuring a world's first technology that enables four-wheel independent torque allocation.
"For our new NSX to win one of the most historic and challenging races on the planet in its North American racing debut is a great achievement for everyone involved in creating the American-built supercar," said Jon Ikeda, vice president and general manager of the Acura Division. "The performance of NSX in this year's race is a testament to Acura's Precision Crafted Performance DNA and will serve as a launching pad for future racing endeavors."
Acura is a leading automotive luxury nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance, an original approach to technology and design that creates a new driving experience. On March 27, 2016, Acura celebrated the 30th anniversary of its launch as the first luxury nameplate from a Japanese automaker.
The Acura lineup features five distinctive models – the RLX luxury flagship sedan, the TLX performance luxury sedan, the ILX sport sedan, the 5-passenger RDX luxury crossover SUV, and the seven-passenger Acura MDX, America's all-time best-selling three-row luxury SUV. This spring, Acura launched its next-generation, electrified NSX supercar as a new and pinnacle expression of Acura Precision Crafted Performance. The NSX is built in Marysville, Ohio using domestic and globally sourced parts.
Pirelli World Challenge results: Ryan Eversley, Acura sweep Road America weekend
Ryan Eversley gave Acura bragging rights by winning both races at Road America over the weekend.PHOTO BY PIRELLI WORLD CHALLENGE
FRANKIE MONTECALVO, MICHAEL SCHEIN AND ALEC UDELL EARN CLASS WINS
Ryan Eversley, Frankie Montecalvo and Alec Udell won in Sunday's GT/GTA Round 13 and GT Cup Round 12 at the Pirelli World Challenge Grand Prix of Road America presented by Cadillac.
On Saturday, Eversley, Michael Schein and Alec Udell won GT, GTA Round 12 and GT Cup Round 11, respectively, on the road course based in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.
Sunday's results
Results from Sunday, June 26, 2016 Pirelli World Challenge Championship GT/GTA Round 13, GT Cup Round 12 part of the Road America Grand Prix presented by Cadillac. Results shown by driver position, place in class, class, name, hometown, car and laps completed.
1. 1, GT, Ryan Eversley, Atlanta GA, Acura TLX-GT, 20
2. 2, GT, Adderly Fong, Hong Kong, Bentley Continental GT3, 20
3. 3, GT, Michael Cooper, Syosset NY, Cadillac ATS-V.R. GT3, 20
4. 4, GT, Peter Cunningham, Milwaukee WI, Acura TLX-GT, 20
5. 5, GT, Patrick Long, Manhattan Beach CA, Porsche 911 GT3 R, 20
6. 6, GT, Alvaro Parente, Porto Portugal, McLaren 650S GT3, 20
7. 1, GTA, Frankie Montecalvo, Highlands NJ, Mercedes AMG SLS GT3, 20
8. 8, GT, Colin Thompson, Doylestown PA, McLaren 650S GT3, 20
9. 9, GT, Andrew Davis, Athens GA, Porsche 911 GT3 R, 20
10. 10, GT, James Sofronas, Villa Park CA, Porsche 911 GT3 R, 20
11. 2, GTA, Michael Schein, Glen Cove NY, Porsche 911 GT3 R, 20
12. 12, GT, Jon Fogarty, Bend OR, McLaren 650S GT3, 20
13. 13, GT, Kyle Marcelli, Barrie ON, Audi R8 LMS GT3, 20
14. 14, GT, Michael Lewis, Laguna Beach CA, Porsche 911 GT3R, 20
15. 0, GT, Dion Von Moltke, Tarpon Springs FL, Audi R8 LMS GT3, 20
16. 3, GTA, Andy Wilzoch, Aurora CO, Porsche GT3R, 20
17. 16, GT, Austin Cindric, Charlotte NC, McLaren 650S GT3, 20
18. 1, GT Cup, Alec Udell, The Woodlands TX, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 20
19. 2, GT Cup, Sloan Urry, Park City UT, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 20
20. 3, GT Cup, Corey Fergus, Columbus OH, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 20
21. 17, GT, JD Davison, Denver CO, Nissan GTR GT3, 20
22. 4, GT Cup, Alex Welch, Englewood CO, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 20
23. 5, GT Cup, Preston Calvert, Potomac MD, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 19
24. 18, GT, Bryan Heitkotter, Fresno CA, Nissan GTR GT3, 19
25. 19, GT, Johnny O'Connell, Flowery Branch GA, Cadillac ATS-V.R. GT3, 15
26. 4, GTA, Martin Fuentes, Mexico City Mexico, Ferrari 458 Italia GT3, 13
27. 5, GTA, Michael McCann/Michael McCann, North Canton OH, Dodge Viper GT3, 0
Saturday's results
Results from Saturday, June 25, 2016 Pirelli World Challenge Championship GT/GTA Round 12, GT Cup Round 11 part of the Road America Grand Prix presented by Cadillac. Results shown by driver position, place in class, class, name, hometown, car, laps completed and running status.
1. 1, GT, Ryan Eversley, Atlanta GA, Acura TLX-GT, 23, Running
2. 2, GT, Peter Cunningham, Milwaukee WI, Acura TLX-GT, 23, Running
3. 3, GT, Adderly Fong, Hong Kong, Bentley Continental GT3, 23, Running
4. 4, GT, Patrick Long, Manhattan Beach CA, Porsche 911 GT3 R, 23, Running
5. 5, GT, JD Davison, Denver CO, Nissan GTR GT3, 23, Running
6. 6, GT, Alvaro Parente, Porto Portugal, McLaren 650S GT3, 23, Running
7. 7, GT, Michael Cooper, Syosset NY, Cadillac ATS-V.R. GT3, 23, Running
8. 8, GT, Kyle Marcelli, Barrie ON, Audi R8 LMS GT3, 23, Running
9. 9, GT, Austin Cindric, Charlotte NC, McLaren 650S GT3, 23, Running
10. 10, GT, Michael Lewis, Laguna Beach CA, Porsche 911 GT3R, 23, Running
11. 11, GT, Andrew Davis, Athens GA, Porsche 911 GT3 R, 23, Running
12. 12, GT, Jon Fogarty, Bend OR, McLaren 650S GT3, 23, Running
13. 1, GTA, Michael Schein, Glen Cove NY, Porsche 911 GT3 R, 23, Running
14. 2, GTA, Frankie Montecalvo, Highlands NJ, Mercedes AMG SLS GT3, 23, Running
15. 15, GT, James Sofronas, Villa Park CA, Porsche 911 GT3 R, 23, Running
16. 3, GTA, Andy Wilzoch, Aurora CO, Porsche GT3R, 23, Running
17. 4, GTA, Michael McCann/Michael McCann, North Canton OH, Dodge Viper GT3, 23, Running
18. 1, GT Cup, Alec Udell, The Woodlands TX, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 22, Running
19. 2, GT Cup, Sloan Urry, Park City UT, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 22, Running
20. 3, GT Cup, Corey Fergus, Columbus OH, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 22, Running
21. 4, GT Cup, Alex Welch, Englewood CO, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 22, Running
22. 18, GT, Colin Thompson, Doylestown PA, McLaren 650S GT3, 22, Running
23. 19, GT, Johnny O'Connell, Flowery Branch GA, Cadillac ATS-V.R. GT3, 22, Running
24. 5, GT Cup, Preston Calvert, Potomac MD, Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, 22, Running
25. 20, GT, Bryan Heitkotter, Fresno CA, Nissan GTR GT3, 20, Running
26. 0, GTA, Martin Fuentes, Mexico City Mexico, Ferrari 458 Italia GT3, 5, Not Running
27. 0, GTA, Walt Bowlin, Tarpon Springs FL, Audi R8 LMS GT3, 0, Missed Several Laps
Refreshed 2017 Acura MDX Launches with Bold New Styling, Premium Features and Standard AcuraWatch™ Technology
Jun 21, 2016 – TORRANCE, Calif.
2017 MDX showcases next evolution of the Acura Precision Concept-inspired new Acura Diamond Pentagon grille and exterior styling
Most premium and technologically advanced MDX in history now available with 20-inch wheels, second row captain's chairs, HD traffic, SiriusXM Radio® 2.0, heated steering wheel and Surround View Camera
Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) variant launching later this year
MDX is America's best-selling three-row luxury SUV of all time
The restyled and refreshed 2017 Acura MDX, the best-selling three-row luxury SUV of all time, goes on sale tomorrow at Acura dealerships nationwide with a starting MSRP of $43,950. The 2017 Acura MDX raises its game with bold new exterior styling, larger wheel and tire options and an expanded complement of premium features and technologies, including the AcuraWatch™ suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies, now offered as standard equipment on all 2017 MDX models, a first in the luxury SUV segment.
Featuring refreshed exterior styling inspired by the Acura Precision Concept, the 2017 MDX is highlighted by the new face of Acura, the bold and distinctive Diamond Pentagon grille. Integrated with a more sculpted hood, front fascia, front fenders and revised Jewel Eye™ headlights, the result is a more "executive athletic" appearance for Acura's class-leading luxury SUV. Additional styling updates include new chrome rocker panel trim, a revised rear bumper and skid garnish, and the return of visible dual exhausts with bright finishers.
"We're raising the Acura MDX's game for 2017 with premium new features and technologies that luxury SUV buyers want, complemented by bold, new styling we know they're going to love," said Jon Ikeda, vice president and general manager, Acura Division. "Backed by its high-performance credentials, the 2017 MDX has advanced its competitiveness and will continue its legacy of leadership as the best-selling three-row luxury SUV in America."
All 2017 MDX models benefit from increased standard luxury and technology features, including an Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold, Auto High Beam headlights, SiriusXM Radio 2.0, four 2.5-amp USB charging ports and capless fuel filler. Technology and Advance packages add Bi-Directional Keyless Remote Engine Start, two new 20-inch wheel and tire options, power folding side mirrors, and HD Traffic.
In addition, Advance grades add LED fog lights, genuine Olive Ash Burl or Black Limba wood interior trim, a heated steering wheel and Surround-View Camera System with six selectable viewing angles. Advance models can also be equipped with two second-row captain's chairs and a center console with two additional USB ports for third-row passengers. An ultra-widescreen Rear Entertainment System is also available on models with the Advance ENT Package.
All 2017 Acura MDX models come equipped with the AcuraWatch suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies: Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKAS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (LSF) and Road Departure Mitigation (RDM). All models also come equipped with a multi-angle rearview camera, and upper grades add blind spot information (BSI), front and rear parking sensors, Rear Cross Traffic Monitor and new Auto High Beam.
Combining AcuraWatch with Acura's next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, the 2017 MDX delivers intelligent safety and confident driving performance at the top of the competitive segment and targets top safety ratings; a five-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has already been achieved, and a TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is anticipated.
The 2017 MDX leads its class with its combination of refined and responsive power and outstanding fuel efficiency. The 3.5-liter direct-injected i-VTEC® 24-valve V-6 engine is rated at 290 peak horsepower and 267 lb.-ft. peak torque. The 2017 MDX with front-wheel drive and Idle Stop has an EPA fuel economy rating of 20 mpg city/27 highway/23 combined, and MDX with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) and Idle Stop is EPA rated at 19 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. The MDX also meets the stringent EPA Tier 3/Bin 125 and CARB LEVIII ULEV-125 emissions standards.
An available Sport Hybrid Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) powertrain variant will be available later in the year, making MDX the third model in Acura's lineup to utilize its revolutionary three-motor Sport Hybrid powertrain with electric torque vectoring.
The Acura lineup features five distinctive models – the RLX luxury flagship sedan, the TLX performance luxury sedan, the ILX sport sedan, the 5-passenger RDX luxury crossover SUV, and the seven-passenger Acura MDX, America's all-time best-selling three-row luxury SUV. This spring, Acura launched its next-generation, electrified NSX supercar as a new and pinnacle expression of Acura Precision Crafted Performance.
2017 Acura NSX Supercar to Make its North American Racing Debut at 2016 Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Jun 9, 2016 – TORRANCE, Calif.
Two Acura NSX supercars and a new NSX-inspired, all-electric 4-motor SH-AWD Concept will compete in the 100th anniversary of Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Acura NSX, MDX and TLX will serve as official pace cars
Acura will field a pair of 2017 Acura NSX supercars in the 100th Anniversary of the running of the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on June 26, marking the North American racing debut of Acura's next-generation NSX: the pinnacle expression of Acura Precision Crafted Performance and the only supercar made in America.
The two Acura NSX supercars will compete in the Time Attack 1 and 2 classes and will be piloted by brothers James and Nick Robinson, respectively, both from the company's North American engineering team. In addition, Acura will campaign an NSX-inspired prototype vehicle in the Electric Modified Class, featuring a further evolution of the experimental all-electric, 4-motor Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) powertrain that won last year's Pikes Peak Challenge Exhibition class.
"Pikes Peak is like no other race in the world and offers a unique opportunity to showcase the power and performance of our products," said Jon Ikeda, vice president and general manager of the Acura Division. "We are excited for this year's 'Race to the Clouds' to test the endurance and engineering of the Acura NSX and our advanced powertrain technologies – as well as an expression of our racing spirit."
A team of North American R&D engineers has been working on both NSX entries, which feature the same three-motor Sport Hybrid Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive powertrain (Sport Hybrid SH-AWD) as the production NSX. This powertrain features a twin-turbo V6 engine mated to a 9-speed dual clutch transmission and Rear Direct Drive Motor, and a front Twin Motor Unit with a world's first electrically powered torque vectoring capability in the supercar realm. Modifications to the NSX competing in the Time Attack 1 class included chassis lightening and a custom high-flow racing exhaust.
The NSX competing in the Time Attack 2 class is a production car with the required safety equipment for competition. The Time Attack 1 NSX will be driven by James Robinson of the company's North American powertrain development group, who drove a first-generation NSX in the Pikes Peak Hill Climb from 2012 to 2015. His brother Nick Robinson, an engineer in charge of the new NSX's dynamic performance during its development, will drive the Time Attack 2 NSX. Nick is also the reigning PP250 winner from the 2015 Pikes Peak Hill Climb.
The supercar-inspired 4-Motor EV Concept will be driven by Tetsuya Yamano, who campaigned last year's CR-Z-based electric prototype. The EV Concept is the ultimate embodiment of the all-wheel-drive Electric SH-AWD powertrain featuring a world's first technology that enables four-wheel independent torque allocation. The Electric SH-AWD powertrain, an evolution of the CR-Z prototype powertrain, produces three times the total system output of last year's electric prototype and is mated to the NSX body.
As Official Pace Car sponsor, Acura will feature three pace cars – the NSX, the seven-passenger MDX performance-luxury SUV and the TLX sports sedan. President of Polyphony Digital and Producer of the Gran Turismo series Kazunori Yamauchi and Pikes Peak legends Randy Schranz and Leonard Vahsholtz will lead the field of 100 entrants to the top of the 14,115-foot Colorado peak.
For Pikes Peak race attendees, the NSX and other pace cars will appear at a number of pre-race activities, including the popular Fan Fest in downtown Colorado Springs, 5 to 10 p.m. MDT Friday, June 24.
2017 Acura MDX Earns Five-Star Safety Rating From NHTSA
WASHINGTON — The refreshed 2017 Acura MDX three-row SUV earned the highest five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The 2017 MDX goes on sale at Acura dealerships this summer, followed later in the year by the 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid.
The hybrid version has not been rated yet by NHTSA.
The 2017 MDX received five stars in the front and side crash tests and four stars in the rollover crash test. The rating applies to front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions of the MDX.
All 2017 MDX models receive the AcuraWatch suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technology as standard equipment, including a collision-mitigation braking system with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, forward-collision warning, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow and road-departure mitigation.
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Millennial Favorite Acura ILX Gateway Sports Sedan Returns for 2017 Model Year
Apr 12, 2016 – TORRANCE, Calif.
Millennials choose ILX at a greater rate than any other model in segment
The 2017 Acura ILX goes on sale tomorrow, April 13, retaining the popular enhancements introduced last year that helped make it one of the most popular models in the entry luxury segment. The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP)2 of the 2017 ILX starts at $27,990.
As Acura's most affordable sport sedan and serving as the gateway to the Acura lineup, the ILX has captured a higher rate of under 35 year olds than any other vehicle in the entry-luxury sedan segment since 20101. Also, with KBB.com naming Acura as the luxury brand with the lowest projected 5-year cost of ownership and Edmunds.com voting the brand as the 2015 Best Retained Value® Luxury Brand, the ILX is a wise choice for gateway luxury vehicle customers.
The ILX received significant upgrades for the 2016 model year including styling, powertrain, technology, luxury refinement and safety features. The 2017 ILX carries over the freshened exterior styling including Acura's signature Jewel Eye® LED headlights, 201 horsepower3 2.4-liter direct-injected DOHC i-VTEC engine paired with an 8-speed dual clutch transmission with paddle-controlled Sequential Sport Shift, and signature Acura technologies such as the available AcuraWatch™ suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies. The 2017 ILX is available in three new exterior colors, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic and San Marino Red. The ILX is also available in Bellanova White Pearl, Crystal Black Pearl and Catalina Blue Pearl.
2017 ILX Pricing and EPA Fuel Economy Ratings
Model MSRP2 EPA MPG4 Ratings
(city/highway/combined)
ILX $27,990 25/35/29
ILX with AcuraWatch™ Plus Package $29,290 25/35/29
ILX with Premium Package $29,990 25/35/29
ILX with Premium & A-SPEC Package $31,980 25/35/29
ILX with Tech Plus Package $32,990 25/35/29
ILX with Tech Plus & A-SPEC Package $34,980 25/35/29
The 2017 ILX is available in three grades – the standard ILX, the ILX with Premium Package, and the line-topping ILX Tech Plus Package; in addition an A-SPEC Package is available with the Premium and Tech Plus grades. The ILX A-SPEC Package further accentuates the ILX's premium and performance image with sporty side sill garnishes, a trunk spoiler, front fog lights, 18-inch, 10-spoke machined alloy wheels, and several unique interior appearance touches. View, build and price a 2017 Acura ILX at http://www.rosenthalacura.com.
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Congress members ask GAO to monitor Coast Guard civil rights
The following is the text of a statement issued Wednesday by U.S. Rep. Elijah E. Cummings, D-Md.:
(WASHINGTON) — This morning, Congressman Elijah E. Cummings (D-Md.), Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, was joined by Subcommittee Ranking Member Frank A. LoBiondo (R-N.J.) and Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman James L. Oberstar (D-Minn.) and Ranking Member John L. Mica (R-Fla.) in requesting a GAO report to assess the state of the civil rights programs in the U.S. Coast Guard (text of the letter is below).
Specifically, the Members of Congress have requested that the GAO:
· Assess the extent to which the action plans developed by the Coast Guard's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) are enabling the Coast Guard's Equal Opportunity program to meet Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) standards and provide effective Equal Opportunity (EO) services to the members of the Coast Guard.
· Track the implementation of these plans.
· Determine whether OCR has the necessary resources and personnel to meet EEOC standards and provide adequate EO services.
· Identify any additional measures necessary to enable the Coast Guard's civil rights and diversity programs to meet these standards.
The request for a GAO study was sent in response to a hearing convened by the Subcommittee on April 1, 2009, to examine civil rights and diversity initiatives within the Coast Guard, particularly as they relate to the findings of a February 2009 review of the Coast Guard's OCR and civil rights initiatives by Booz Allen Hamilton. The Booz Allen Hamilton report was critical of the Service's civil rights program and is the most recent in a decade of analyses citing deficiencies in the program.
Chairman Cummings has emphasized to the Coast Guard that it is time for real results in improving civil rights and diversity initiatives. A follow-up hearing will be convened in June to examine the progress of the Coast Guard's OCR in filling 6 new positions and in implementing its more than fifty action plans.
Mr. Gene L. Dodaro
Acting Comptroller General
441 G St., NW
Dear Mr. Dodaro:
On April 1, 2009, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure's Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation held a hearing to examine the administration of the Coast Guard's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) and the service's implementation of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Equal Opportunity (EO) programs. At the hearing, the Director of the OCR announced action plans to improve the OCR's structure, policies, and procedures as well as the administration and provision of civil rights services throughout the Coast Guard. We request that you assess whether these action plans are supporting the provision of effective and efficient civil rights services to the members and employees of the Coast Guard. Please submit a final report on the implementation of these changes to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation by April 1, 2010.
In April 2008, the Director of OCR asked the Department of Homeland Security to commission and supervise an independent assessment of the OCR and of civil rights programs within the Coast Guard. The study, conducted by Booz|Allen|Hamilton, was presented to the Coast Guard in February 2009, and subsequently released to the public. The study concluded that both the OCR and the administration and provision of civil rights services in the Coast Guard are limited by a number of shortcomings. Specifically, the study found that the Coast Guard currently fails to fully protect the confidential personal information of Coast Guard employees. The service fails to conduct thorough analyses of barriers to equal opportunity in employment and to develop specific plans to break these barriers down. Further, the study found that civil rights service providers are not adequately trained and that service providers cannot ensure implementation of a complaints management process in full compliance with regulatory requirements. Studies commissioned by the Coast Guard in 1998 and 2001 reached similar conclusions.
During its April 1 hearing, the Subcommittee learned that OCR had been authorized to fill 6 additional full-time civilian positions. The Subcommittee also learned that the OCR Director developed extensive action plans subsequent to the release of the Booz|Allen|Hamilton report to bring the OCR and the administration and provision of civil rights services into compliance with all applicable federal regulations. The Subcommittee plans another hearing on or about June 15, 2009, to consider the current state of civil rights services in the Coast Guard.
To ensure that a thorough assessment can be made of the Coast Guard's efforts in resolving deficiencies in its civil rights services, we request that the Government Accountability Office (GAO):
1. Assess the extent to which the action plans developed by the Director of OCR, including those developed in direct response to findings made by the Booz|Allen|Hamilton team's February 2009 Program Review, are
a. enabling the Coast Guard's EEO program to meet the standards of a model program as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and
b. supporting the provision of effective and efficient EO services to the members of the Coast Guard.
2. Track implementation by the OCR of the action plans prepared by the OCR Director.
3. Assess whether the OCR has the resources and personnel necessary to maintain a model EEO program as defined by the EEOC and an effective and efficient EO program.
4. Identify any additional measures necessary to enable the Coast Guard's EEO program to meet the standards of a model EEO program and to ensure the effective and efficient administration and provision of EO services.
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This photo I have posted in Ye mera India-1 too..
once again a brilliant collection of photographs!! i remember going through those exclusive photographs of part 1.
Happy independence day!! although, as i see the filth around us, i am not sure, how happy we should be.
Thanks for these soulful and beautiful post. Happy Independence Day!
A rare collection of choicest photographs Vims.


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The Virgo boot by Alfie& Evie features a soft Turkish leather upper with laser cut punch detail and a natural sole with a low heel. This trans-seasonal boot is a staple in your wardrobe this season.
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Auchtermuchty braced for new windfarm battle
Credit: Fife Today, www.fifetoday.co.uk 25 February 2011 ~~
Auchtermuchty residents who fought for more than 18 months against the creation of a windfarm on nearby farmland may be gearing up for another battle.
Environmental consultancy Green Cat Renewables has taken the first step towards lodging two planning applications which together would see a total of seven turbines erected – three of them on a site at Rossie, just outside the town, which was the subject of a lengthy planning inquiry three years ago.
The other four would be situated on land at Pitcarlie, a designated area of great landscape value that lies some three kilometres north of Auchtermuchty.
In both cases the Edinburgh-based consultancy – who are also behind a controversial application at Clatto Hill near Pitlessie – have asked Fife Council whether it is necessary for environmental impact assessments to be carried out prior to the applications being lodged.
Andy Heer, chairman of the town's community association, said that the issue was due to be raised at Auchtermuchty and Strathmiglo Community Council this Monday, February 28, and he expected the proposals would provoke strong reaction.
He said it was 'worrying' that Rossie had been earmarked so soon after the previous furore, when more than 400 letters of objection were received and a local campaign mounted against plans for a five-turbine windfarm on the site.
In 2008, a Scottish Government reporter refused planning permission and threw out an appeal by the applicant, EnergieKontor, saying that the project would be contrary to Fife Council's local development plan and that he attached 'significant weight' to expressions of local concern.
This time around the would-be developer is e-Gen, based in the Borders.
It wants to erect three turbines at Rossie and four at Pitcarlie, all with a hub height of up to 60 metres.
In their request for a 'screening direction' from the local authority – guidance as to whether the applications should be subject to environmental impact assessments – Green Cat Renewables say that both sites are potentially suitable for four wind turbines of up to 84 metres in height.
The company also acknowledges that most of the Rossie site lies within an area of great landscape value and in both cases there may be some 'significant effects.'
However, the small scale of the proposed developments would mean that most of the significant effects would be localised within 5km.
Source: Fife Today, www.fifetoday.co.uk 25 February 2011


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I've just purchased a pair of the brand new Inov8 Roclite 345 GTX to walk from Land's End to John O'Groats in. These are the first hiking boots to have a graphene sole, which means in theory the tread will be much more hard-wearing. As I'm going to try to walk 1,300 miles in them next month, maybe I will be the first person to wear a pair of these boots out!
In this blog post, I'm going to share my first impressions of the boots. I will compare them to the Inov8 Roclite 325 boots, which I also own.
I used the Roclite 325s for the TGO Challenge in 2018 (you can read more about this here). This walk was in warm weather, and the 325s performed very well. They were breathable and dried fast, meaning my feet didn't suffer. However, my Land's End to John O'Groats walk will be wetter and colder, so I'm concerned that the breathable 325s will result in cold feet and a miserable walk. I also fear that the softer soles and tread on the 325s will be worn out before I reach difficult terrain that needs grip.
So I need a boot that will keep my feet dry, has tread that will last, but remains lightweight – and I think the Roclite 345 GTX might do the trick. I will be testing them over 1,300 miles, starting in 3 weeks' time (February 2019). I'll post a full review of the boots' performance on here after the walk, but here are my first impressions.
The Roclite 345s look well made and smart – very similar to the 325 in shape and design. The soles look identical to the 325 and have the same tread pattern. There is a very similar flex in the soles – although I only tested this with my hands and feet, hardly a technical test!
However, I have noticed that the front of the 345 is about 10mm higher than the 325. The curve of the 'rocker' is also more pronounced. I'm guessing this will mean they will flex less when in use.
The weight of my boots is really important to me. As the saying goes, a pound off your feet equals five pounds off your back. Both the Roclite 345s and the 325s are a similar weight – the 345s are just 12 grams heavier without the insoles. However, the insoles in the 345s are 6 grams lighter than the insoles in the 325s, so there's really not much difference overall. Both qualify as lightweight boots. Ultralight Outdoor Gear will have a review of the Roclite 345s from this perspective soon.
The 345s have a high rand along the side which will help with wear and keep the water out. The 325s don't have this as when they're wet they pump the water out here, so it makes sense to me.
The laces and lace loops are round, which in my experience tend to come undone more easily, but we shall see. The laces certainly pull through smoothly, and the strengthener at the side is strong and well-stitched. This will spread the pressure from the laces back down and across the boot.
The Roclite 345s feel comfortable from the very first try and I would happily go out for a 20-mile walk without worrying about wearing them in. I usually wear a UK size 8 boot, but from experience I know that Inov8 boots are a snug fit on me. As I want these boots for winter, I need room for thick socks and liner socks – so I have gone for a whole size bigger. The size 9 fit me perfectly.
I initially thought the soles would feel identical to the 325, but they don't. They feel more solid while walking in them, and the sole is rocking rather than flexing. This makes them feel very comfortable to walk in.
The top of the boots have an open, breathable mesh, which will be the only part of the boot that can breathe. With the waterproof lining, they instantly feel warmer than non-Goretex boots, which is exactly what I want for winter walking. I do not intend to use the 345s in the summer – I prefer a non-lined boot in warm weather so my feet can breathe.
So – the Roclite 345 boots look and feel perfect for my trip. I am looking forward to setting off in these without any worries. I don't really expect them to last the full 1,300 mile distance – I don't think any boot could that starts off this lightweight and this comfortable. But let's see… I will post updates as I go. You can read more about the planning for my Land's End to John O'Groats walk here.
Hello – thanks for your comment. I am glad you are enjoying the blog. Best wishes, Mark.


The winners of the 27th Annual American Legion Post 63 Chili Cook Off in Condon. Pictured (L-R): Second place Patti Maurer, Post 63 Commander Rick Ferguson, first place Mikkie Gleason and third place Andrew Anderson.
SWAN VALLEY – Mikkie Gleason claimed the American Legion Post 63 Chili Champ for 2017 at the 27th annual Chili Cook Off May 6 in Condon. She shared the podium with second place Patti Maurer and Andrew Anderson in third place. There were eight entries this year.
After five years of bringing chili to the cook off, Gleason took home the $50 third place earnings last year for the first time. This year she finally claimed the Chili Champ trophy and the $150 grand prize.


What is the best way to protect your feet in the workplace? Well, the answer would have been high cut safety boots. Next to protective gloves and eyewear, high cut safety boots play a very important role in heavy-duty workplace. High cut boots can provide the highest level of protection for wearers, especially when working in slippery, greasy environments or walking on rough and uneven ground surfaces. If this all sounds important to you too and you plan to purchase one, then look no further than Boxter Global Sdn Bhd. Boxter is at the forefront of manufacturing vast array of safety shoes, including high cut safety boots. Most importantly, they are affordable without forgoing quality. The exceptional features such as slip resistant, heat resistant, extra light, Electrostatic discharge (ESD) and so on are meticulously integrated into the high cut safety boots, making them different from the others.
These high cut safety boots are specifically made for various industries such as manufacturing, construction, mining and etc. They can fit firmly at the top of the ankle to provide great ankle support which effectively minimizes the risk of straining, overstretching, twisting and fatigue. In other words, high cut safety boots are ideal for workers who need to carry heavy loads as they protect wearers against ankle sprains and injuries. Besides, the best part is that they typically come with steel toe cap and midsole plate to offer impact and compression resistant. Also, the non slip base provides extra grip, support and stability in most conditions. Plus, the insoles are made of breathable and soft materials which cushion the pressure of walking on hard surfaces. Since they provide a larger area of protective coverage, falling objects, chemical splashes or other harmful substances are less likely to enter the boots and cause serious injuries.
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Since I've been in a car buying mood recently, I thought I'd share a useful calculator that I recently ran across. It's the Edmunds.com True Cost to Own (TCO) calculator, which figures the 'real' cost of owning a vehicle over the first five years.
The Edmunds.com True Cost to Own (TCO) pricing system calculates the additional costs you may not have included when considering your next vehicle purchase. These extra costs include: depreciation, interest on your loan, taxes and fees, insurance premiums, fuel costs, maintenance, and repairs.
In poking around this site, I was pleased to find that our new 2005 Honda CR-V LX 2WD falls out on the low end, particularly when compared to other cars in its class. The numbers were actually a bit of an overestimate, as we paid considerably less for our car than the figure that they used for the purchase price, and we didn't finance it. Then again, assuming that the fuel costs are based on EPA estimates, they're likely to be underestimated. Despite these possible inaccuracies, however, the TCO calculator still looks like a very useful tool for making apples-to-apples comparisons across makes/models when you're in the market for a new car.


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State high court vacates death sentences of final two inmates on death row
By Matthew Reichbach | June 28, 2019
The New Mexico Supreme Court vacated the death sentences of the final two inmates on death row Friday, ruling the sentences were not in line with sentences for similarly "horrendous" crimes. The court sent the cases of Timothy Allen and Robert Fry back to district court in San Juan County to instead impose sentences of life in prison. New Mexico last executed an inmate in 2001 when convicted murderer and rapist Terry Clark died by lethal injection; before Clark, New Mexico had not executed an inmate since 1960. In 2009, Gov. Bill Richardson signed a bill repealing the death penalty in New Mexico. Both Allen and Fry were sentenced under the 1979 law which allowed for prosecutors to seek the death penalty in certain cases.
Chief justice: NM court system in better shape
By Phaedra Haywood, Santa Fe New Mexican | January 18, 2019
State Supreme Court Chief Justice Judith Nakamura told a joint session of the New Mexico Legislature on Thursday the state's justice system, which her predecessor described in 2017 as a patient on life support, is beginning to breathe on its own. Nakamura said funding appropriated over the past two years means the judicial branch can now pay Magistrate Court rents without worry and no longer loses employees to better paying jobs to discount retail stores such as Wal-Mart and Target. And, she said, a new jury management system has resulted in savings that mean jurors are paid in a timely fashion for the first time in eight years. "Are our courts thriving?" Nakamura said.
NM Supreme Court strikes down straight-party voting
By Andy Lyman | September 12, 2018
The New Mexico Supreme Court unanimously struck down a controversial proposal to add a straight-party option to November's ballot. Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver announced last month that she would reinstate an option on November's ballot to allow people to vote for all candidates of a given party with one mark on the ballot. That decision was challenged by the Libertarian and Republican parties of New Mexico, along with a Utah-based political action committee, a non-profit advocate group for independent candidates and one Democratic write-in candidate. On Wednesday, Chief Justice Judith Nakamura called it a tough decision, but said only state lawmakers can add add straight-party voting to the ballot. "Until the legislature makes a decision one way or the other, the Secretary of State cannot," Nakamura said.
State certifies election results, orders three recounts in legislative races
By Matthew Reichbach | November 29, 2016
Hillary Clinton officially won New Mexico and its five electoral votes, after certification of results by the State Canvassing Board Tuesday. The board also certified the need for three recounts in legislative races, one of which heads into the recount with just a nine vote advantage. In the official results, 804,043 voters cast ballots, or 62.4 percent of the 1,289,414 voters who were registered in time to vote in the general election. Hillary Clinton received 48.26 percent of the votes cast in the presidential race, while Republican Donald Trump received 40.04 percent. Trump, however, received the most votes in enough states to win the presidency.
A surreal, bizarre election night for state Dems, GOP
By Joey Peters | November 9, 2016
A night that ended with one of the most stunning upsets in modern presidential history began, in Albuquerque and likely in many other cities throughout the country, with Democrats feeling optimistic about the country on the cusp of electing its first female president. At the Hotel Andaluz in downtown Albuquerque, an enthusiastic crowd of state Democrats gathered to watch the election results and, they thought, to welcome Hillary Clinton to the White House. Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham, a Democrat who easily won reelection to represent the Albuquerque area, showed up wearing a white pantsuit. She also wore a button bearing Clinton's face on her chest. She called her outfit "my white suffrage Hillary Clinton pantsuit."
As Trump wins nationwide, Dems take House, expand Senate majority
By Matthew Reichbach, Joey Peters and Andy Lyman | November 9, 2016
In a disastrous night for Democrats nationwide that saw Republican Donald Trump win the presidency, the state party actually did well, retaking the House of Representatives and expanding the party's majority in the state Senate. The scope of the advantage in both chambers isn't yet known, as there could be up to four automatic recounts, two in each chamber. Democrats also won back the Secretary of State seat when Bernalillo County Clerk Maggie Toulouse Oliver easily defeated Republican Nora Espinoza. "What a difference two years makes," Toulouse Oliver told a crowd of supporters Tuesday night, referring to her 2014 loss to Republican Dianna Duran. Duran resigned last year hours before pleading guilty to counts of misusing campaign funds, for which she spent 30 days in jail.
Poll: Clinton up by 5 in NM as Election Day nears
By Matthew Reichbach | November 6, 2016
A poll by Research and Polling, Inc. for the Albuquerque Journal released Sunday shows Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton leads Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump by 5 percent in New Mexico, days before Election Day. Research and Polling, which conducts polls for the Journal, is the only pollster that uses live interviews to poll in New Mexico this year. The poll, conducted from Nov. 1 to 3, shows 45 percent of likely voters say they will vote for Clinton, while 40 percent say they will vote for Trump. Former Gov. Gary Johnson, the Libertarian nominee, saw his support fall to 11 percent.
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Farmworkers win workers comp protections
By Dennis Domrzalski | ABQ Free Press | July 1, 2016
In an opinion that left no room for doubt, the New Mexico Supreme Court said Thursday that farm and ranch laborers in the state are entitled to Workers' Compensation insurance protection and that farm and ranch owners have to cover them. And those workers are entitled to that protection even though the state Legislature has excluded them from the Workers' Compensation law as a way to protect the agricultural industry, the court said. This piece originally appeared on the ABQ Free Press website and is reprinted with permission. "We conclude that there is nothing to distinguish farm and ranch laborers from other agricultural employees and that purported government interests such as cost savings, administrative convenience, and other justifications related to unique features of agribusiness bear no rational relationship to the Act's distinction between these groups," said the opinion written by Justice Edward Chavez. "This is nothing more than arbitrary discrimination and, as such, it is forbidden by our Constitution.
Odds and Ends: Luján endorses Clinton, no Martinez endorsement yet
By Staff | February 26, 2016
—All of New Mexico's congressional Democrats are on Team Hillary. Ben Ray Luján, the last holdout, announced his support for Hillary Clinton. Luján said in a statement that the former Secretary of State "embodies New Mexico values."
"She puts people first and will roll up her sleeves to change their lives for the better," he added. "Her record of advocating on behalf of women, children and families, investing in science and supporting our national labs, and fighting to protect our land, water and air will make a real difference in New Mexico and across the country."
Luján is also the chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, giving him an increased national profile among Democrats. —Speaking of endorsements, you may have heard that New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie endorsed Donald Trump (yes, each word is a link to a different news story on the event).
Here's who running for Congress, Secretary of State in NM
By Matthew Reichbach | February 4, 2016
Earlier this week, candidates for federal office and for a rare presidential-year Secretary of State race officially threw their hats in the ring for the positions. Supreme Court and Court of Appeals candidates also announced their intentions to run. The most high profile race will be Bernalillo County Clerk Maggie Toulouse Oliver against State Rep. Nora Espinoza, R-Roswell, for Secretary of State. The statewide position is normally contested in non-presidential years, but because of the resignation by Dianna Duran amid scandal, and eventual conviction, voters will decide on the position this year. Toulouse Oliver ran for the position and lost to Duran in 2014.