I have taken the car insurance policy on 7th nov 2017 from sales executive (Mr ravi) and he promised that i will get a carsense device within 15 days. First blunder was that the title was mentioned wrong on policy so i chased sales team and spoke to ravi who asked me to write an email to customer support for title correction which was not my fault. He refused to take any action and pathetic conversation. I wrote to support team and they sent me 1 page policy which has only title correction. Its again tricky that the policy has wrong title and one page has correction why did not i receive the complete new policy with correct name.
For car insurance policy i was chased like i have stolen money from icici lombard. Anyway i had purchased the poilicy and paid around 19k for this. Now till today i have not received any device so far. I had called several times to speak with ravi but was given # and pathetic excuses that he was on call will contact me within 5 mnts. I have not received any call from them. I chased 5 days continuous to know the status of device they have misguided me with false commitment.
I spoke to carsense team they have different story. They are not even aware about the product which was supposed to deliver. I called on 25 nov to car sense and a lady said that my address is not in serviceable area so they have to sent the device with different courier. She promised that the device will be sent by 27th nov. I called again today to carsense team and the same lady has no clue about the status of device. Its really # and pathetic service.
I called again to icici lombard sales team and they refused to give the status of device. Even ravi was quite busy in making fool to other customers. Neelam from sales team promised me that ravi will call me after 5 mnts and never received a call. After half an hour i called again and tried to speak with lire ravi but still he was busy in earning profit with indian customers. After this i lost my temper and the call was transferred to mr sunil bhatia, emp id - 1004618. Again he was asking me to contact support team for any complain. He said that he would raise a complaint on behalf of me and would provide me the reference number. After 20 mnts received call from sunil and he said that he had raised a complaint and forwarded to concern team but did not loop me in the email and did not provide me the reference number. How can i trust icici lombard. There are so # internal policies with indian company. There is no transparency with this company.
[Nov 28, 2017] ICICI Lombard customer support has been notified about the posted complaint.
Apologies for the inconvenience caused. We have made a note of the details and will get back to you with an update on the same.
As per our telephonic conversation held today we sincerely apologies for the inconvenience caused to you.
Further, we have arranged a callback from our team to assist you further with the telematics device.
At the outset we sincerely apologies for the inconvenience caused to you.
Further, we have arranged a new telematics device which will be dispatched within 2 -3 working days.
We appreciate your patience and look forward to serve you.
Are you still taking note?
Are you flaunting the rules of IRDA to force people from buying insurance with the help of telematics device.


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KRULL, Germaine. Études de nu. Paris: Librairie des Arts Décoratifs, [1930].
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'MIROIR RÉFORMANT'
KRULL, Germaine.
Etudes de nu.
Paris: Librairie des Arts Décoratifs, [1930].
Small 4to (226 × 163mm), pp.[8], 24 photographic plates printed in gravure; tiny nick to edge of text leaves and three plates, minor crease to corners of two plates. Publisher's white-cloth-backed orange paper-covered board portfolio, printed title-label to front, cloth fore-edge ties; minor rubbing to boards, bottom corner bumped, small mark to spine, hinges weakened. An excellent copy in a custom-made clamshell box.
First edition. Germaine Krull (1897–1985) was an integral member of the international avant-garde based in Paris. She established her reputation as a pioneer of modern photography in the 1920s and '30s through her contributions to magazines and journals including Variétés, Bifur, Vu, Jazz, Art et Médecine, and L'Art vivant. More significantly, and unlike other photographers of her generation, she published a number of books as the sole author: Métal (1928), 100 x Paris (1929), Études de nu (1930), Le Valois (1930), La Route Paris-Biarritz (1931), and Marseille (1935).
Etudes de nu comprises twenty-four photo-gravures depicting female nudes. The introduction begins with a quote attributed to Jean Cocteau, 'Miroir réformant.' This is a reference to a letter which was reprinted as the introduction to a portfolio of Krull's images in the second issue of Le Courrier littéraire (1930), in which Cocteau wrote, 'You are a reforming mirror. You and the camera obscura realize a new world, a world that fuses machinery with a soul.' Gerry Badger suggests that 'The great fascination of Etudes de nu is in observing Krull's struggle with the conventions of the nude genre, her own sensibilities, and the restrictions regarding the photographic nude that pertained even in Paris.'
Parr and Badger, The Photobook: A History vol.I p.78.
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The first time that the chairman of arm China responded to the storm of seizing power: arm has no right to recall me
2020-11-29 11:40:22 category:Finance
Before that, the conflict of interest caused by a $100 million investment fund under Wu xiongangs name was regarded as the root cause of the conflict between arm and Wu xiongang.
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Recall resolution invalid
It was discussed and disclosed to the board from the beginning, and we have support. Mr Wu said of his personal investment fund, alphatecture.
However, according to the financial times, citing people familiar with the situation, in November 2019, Wu xiongang asked the board of directors of arm China to approve the establishment of alphatecture, but it was not approved.
Subsequently, Wu xiongang privately launched the fund.
However, the observer network found that alphatecture was established in July 2019 with Allen Wu as the actual controller. The fund aims to invest in innovative technology start-ups in China, especially those related to arm technology.
In June this year, the board of directors of arm China suddenly announced that Wu xiongang, the chairman and CEO of arm China, was removed by a 7-1 vote.
Source: Financial Times
Wu xiongang was dismissed for breach of contract, decision and establishment of alphatecture fund, the two said in a document sent to director of Houpu investment, Feng Lei.
Wu xiongang revealed in this interview that he had reached an agreement with Houpu investment that the two sides must keep step by step on all major matters involving arm China, so the resolution to dismiss him was invalid.
This is one of the problems we are trying to solve. Wu xiongang believes that arm Chinas procedures for holding board meetings are incorrect.
Arm said that the board of directors of arm China identified the need for a change of leadership and we believe that a solution will be reached soon..
Houan innovation fund is jointly established by CIC, silk road fund, Singapore Temasek, Shenzhen Shenye group, Houpu investment and arm company, and managed by Houpu investment.
Since then, arm China has become a Chinese holding company, and arm company is the largest shareholder. At present, the shareholding ratio is diluted to 47.3%.
Wu xiongang is the first executive chairman and CEO of arm China. He joined arm in 2004 and became Vice President of sales in China in 2007. He was promoted to President of Greater China in January 2013.
As a team leader, everything Allen does with you is for the better development of arm ecology and arm China. In previous joint letters, arm China team supported Wu xiongang.
Becoming a stumbling block to NVIDIAs acquisition of arm
Observers noted that although Wu xiongang was involved in the recall storm, he still attended the 2020 aspencore Global CEO Summit and delivered a speech as the executive chairman and CEO of arm China on November 5.
According to the financial times, arm has failed to complete the recall on a practical level, and Wu xiongang continues to have legal control over arm China, which will also become a stumbling block for NVIDIAs $40 billion acquisition of arm.
Wu xiongang owns a 16% stake in arm China, which is the crux of the problem.
He believes that since its inception in 2018, the value of arm China has increased fivefold to 50 billion yuan (US $7.5 billion) today. But he did not say whether to hold or sell the shares.
Image source: arm China official wechat
At the time of the power seizing disturbance, arm and NVIDIA are preparing to apply to the Chinese market regulatory authorities for approval of the acquisition transaction. The application requires the cooperation of arm China and relevant data.
In 2019, arms revenue in China will grow by nearly 50% annually, accounting for 27% of arms global IP business. In 2018, this proportion will be 20%.
Compared with other joint venture companies in China, it is not a pure independent branch of arm.
All of these challenges can be solved Its normal that people have different opinions. Wu xiongang said.
Meanwhile, three people familiar with the matter disclosed that Lanting investment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapores state-owned investment group Temasek, has committed to invest $50 million in Wu xiongangs personal fund.
According to the report, in 2019, Wu xiongang also cooperated with two members of arm Chinas board of directors for investment, and one of the board members also sought to obtain investment from arm China this year.
No one on the board knows whats going on behind the scenes, says an arm China board member. There are too many interests here.
Mr. Wus core leadership position in arm China ensures that our fund has good access to arm Chinas value chain resources. The document says.
Wu xiongang said that investment partners are the practice of our industry.
To prove that arm understood his plan, Wu also invited Jason Cheng, an outside lawyer, to give a brief presentation of some of the minutes apparently from board meetings.
These records show that Simon segars, the CEO of arm, has made positive comments on the fund, and the board of directors of arm China has approved an investment of $30 million in Wu xiongangs Fund.
However, a person close to arms China board then provided what appeared to be the same document, in which the word approval was penciled out and replaced with ideas to be explored further.
The board of directors of arm China advised Wu xiongang to explore the possibility of establishing a fund, but alphatecture has never been approved by the board, arm said
Source: observer.com editor in charge: Zhong Qiming_ NF5619


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Virtual Hamilton, Halton, Niagara and Area NET Support Group Meeting
Due to COVID our NET Support Group Meetings are continuing to take place virtually by ZOOM in 2022
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Joachim Kurt Kühn (born 15 March 1944) is a German jazz pianist.

Biography
He was born in Leipzig, Germany. Kühn was a musical prodigy and made his debut as a concert pianist, having studied classical piano and composition, with Arthur Schmidt-Elsey. Influenced by his elder brother, clarinetist Rolf Kühn, he simultaneously got interested in jazz. In 1961, he became a professional jazz musician. With a trio of his own, founded in 1964, he presented the first free jazz in the GDR. In 1966, he left the country and settled in Hamburg. Together with his brother,  he played at the Newport Jazz Festival and recorded with Jimmy Garrison and Aldo Romano for Impulse!.

Kühn has largely lived in Paris since 1968, and worked with Don Cherry, Karl Berger, Slide Hampton, Phil Woods, Michel Portal, Barre Phillips, Eje Thelin, Ray Lema, Hellmut Hattler, and Jean-Luc Ponty. As a member of Pierre Courbois's Association P.C., he turned to electronic keyboards. During the second half of the 1970s, he lived in California and joined the West Coast fusion scene and recorded with Alphonse Mouzon, Billy Cobham, Michael Brecker, and Eddie Gómez.

Having settled near Paris again, he played in an acoustic trio with Jean-François Jenny-Clark and Daniel Humair since 1985. In the summer of 1996, he joined Ornette Coleman for two concerts at the Verona and Leipzig festivals, which opened the way for his Diminished Augmented System. In 2015 he formed the New Joachim Kühn Trio with Chris Jennings and Eric Schaefer.

Discography

As leader/co-leader

As sideman
 Gary Bartz, Lee Konitz, Jackie McLean and Charlie Mariano: Altissimo (Philips, 1973)
 Zbigniew Namyslowski Quartet with Joachim Kühn: Live at Kosmos, Berlin (ITM, 1965)
 The Rolf Kühn Group: The Day After (BASF/MPS, 1972) featuring Phil Woods
 The Rolf Kühn Group: Connection 74 (BASF/MPS, 1974) featuring Randy Brecker
 Association P.C. (Pierre Courbois) and Jeremy Steig: Mama Kuku (Live) (BASF/MPS, 1974)
 Zbigniew Seifert: Man of the Light (BASF/MPS, 1976) with Cecil McBee, Billy Hart, and Jasper van 't Hof
 Larry Coryell - Catherine - Kühn: Live! (Elektra, 1980)
 Joe Henderson Collective: Black Narcissus (Milestone, 1976)
 Alan Silva: Seasons (BYG, 1971)

References

1944 births
Living people
Jazz fusion pianists
Post-bop pianists
Post-bop composers
German jazz pianists
BYG Actuel artists
Atlantic Records artists
MPS Records artists
ACT Music artists
Avant-garde jazz pianists
Avant-garde jazz composers
21st-century pianists
European Jazz Ensemble members
Label Bleu artists
EmArcy Records artists

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using System.Linq;
using NetDevPL.Features.Blogs;
using NetDevPL.Infrastructure.Helpers;
using NetDevPL.Infrastructure.SharedKernel;
using Quartz;

namespace NetDevPLBackgoundJobs.Jobs
{
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    {
        public void Execute(IJobExecutionContext context)
        {
            var blogsConfig = JsonReaderHelper.ReadObjectListFromJson<Blog>("blogsConfig.json");

            BlogDataProvider blogDataProvider = new BlogDataProvider();

            var blogs = blogDataProvider.GetDataFromRss(blogsConfig);

            BlogDataSnapshot snapshot = BlogDataSnapshot.Create();
            snapshot.Blogs = blogs;

            OrderBlogsByNewestPostsPosts(snapshot);

            Repository repository = new Repository();
            repository.Add(snapshot);

            Logger.Info(string.Format("Added/updated: {0} blog posts", blogs.SelectMany(b => b.BlogPosts).Count()));
        }

        private void OrderBlogsByNewestPostsPosts(BlogDataSnapshot snapshot)
        {
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Introducing the new 2019 Ford Explorer. The sleek SUV keeps its signature charm for 2019 with the addition of some new features for specific trims. Where the SUV shines is its dynamic handling, high-tech cabin and incredible performance.
From forest trails to congested city streets, the 2019 Ford Explorer tackles it all with precision and confidence. Best of all, it keeps passengers inside the quiet cabin comfortable and entertained thanks to a generous array of premium features.
But perhaps the best way for the 2019 Ford Explorer to demonstrate its incredible performance is to put it head to head with another SUV. Here we have paired the 2019 Ford Explorer with the 2019 Chevy Traverse in the ultimate battle. Which SUV is the best value for the money? Here's how the two compare.
2,000 lbs. Maximum Trailer Weight 1,500 lbs.
Where the 2019 Chevy Traverse stands out is its spacious cabin and luxurious entertainment and convenience features. A standard Wi-Fi hotspot and premium entertainment system are some of the SUV's many highlights. But when compared to the 2019 Ford Explorer, the 2019 Chevy Traverse pales in comparison. The Chevy Traverse can't match the Explorer's impressive fuel economy figures, strong towing capabilities, spirited engines or its smooth ride. Instead, the 2019 Chevy Traverse struggles with a sluggish acceleration that can quickly dull the SUV's other highlights.
But don't take our word for it. We invite you to see the 2019 Ford Explorer for yourself with a test drive at Hansel Auto Group. Our team of experts can answer any questions you might have and help you find the perfect vehicle for you. Stop by and see us today!


Based on the completion of this and other successful projects, Southern Company will continue to include BCC on future bid opportunities. Their proven track record speaks for itself.
BCC experience spans the power generation market managing projects of all sizes and scopes.


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Why Billionaire Industrialists Are Snapping Up India's Fashion Brands
Mega-conglomerates Reliance Industries Limited and Aditya Birla Group have invested in more than a dozen Indian designer brands. There is more to the deals than meets the eye.
India's Fashion Industry at a Crossroads
As the virus spreads and the economy falters, the country's fashion industry is nearing crisis point. With sales down, stores closing and artisan supply chains under pressure, designers are digging deep to become even more entrepreneurial.
Op-Ed | Fashion Needs to Stop Dismissing 'Made In India'
It is time to stop stigmatising brands because of where they're made and blindly believing that 'Made in the West' is always best.
A Humble Fabric Helped India Fight British Rule. Now It's Big Business.
From Levi's and Gap to Issey Miyake, global brands are tapping the business potential of khadi, the fabric promoted by Mahatma Gandhi during India's struggle for independence.
The BoF Podcast: Sabyasachi Mukherjee and Deepika Padukone on India's Astonishing Wedding Industry
To mark the recent launch of BoF's latest print issue celebrating 'Modern Entrepreneurs," Imran Amed sits down with leading Indian bridal designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee and actress Deepika Padukone to discuss India's $50 billion bridal market.
Sabyasachi Mukherjee: King of India's Bridal Market
The designer, whose bridal pieces are worn by India's billionaire heiresses and Bollywood superstars, has built a luxury brand that's set to generate $35 million in revenue in 2019. Now, he's on a quest to tap the lucrative fine jewellery market and take his business global.
'Modern Entrepreneurs' Serena Williams and Huda Kattan Are BoF's Newest Cover Stars
Dramatic changes in the business landscape have made entrepreneurship a truly global phenomenon. But what does it take to build a successful venture in today's turbulent yet opportunity-rich world?
In South Asia, the Cult of the Catwalk Celebrity
South Asia's fashion designers are fond of sending famous faces down the runway. But as Amazon India Fashion Week kicks off, how successful are these 'celebrity showstoppers' and can they backfire?
What India's Currency Crackdown Means For Fashion
In an effort to clamp down on corruption, India has withdrawn 500 and 1,000 rupee notes. BoF examines how it could fundamentally change the way people shop.
Is India the Solution to Fashion's Woes?
India remains one of the most conspicuous growth opportunities for a global luxury market stuck in a rut.
India, the Fashion World's Next Manufacturing Powerhouse?
The 'Make in India' campaign is raising the profile and prospects of India's garment and textile industry.
Fashion Entrepreneurs Stitch Together India and Pakistan
A bonanza awaits fashion entrepreneurs who can build bridges between India and Pakistan. But can business interests overcome a deeply troubled past?
Paris Fashion Week to Feature Alexander McQueen Comeback, Schiaparelli's RTW Runway Debut
The Chambre Syndicale de la Mode Féminine, Paris Fashion Week's governing body, has released its provisional calendar for the Autumn/Winter 2023 season, which will run from Feb. 27 to March 7.
Rolex Reseller Chrono24 Cuts Jobs as Pre-Owned Watch Prices Fall
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Home Contractors Public Housing Preservation Trust will launch repairs, rehab of 25,000 New York...
Public Housing Preservation Trust will launch repairs, rehab of 25,000 New York apartments
New York Construction Report staff writer
The New York City Public Housing Preservation Trust, signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday will pave the way the overdue repair, rehabilitation, and modernization of 25,000 apartments under control of the New York City Housing Authority.
"Today is a major win for all New Yorkers who call NYCHA home," Governor Hochul said. "This legislation will unlock additional federal funding and lead to billions of dollars in renovations — after decades of federal disinvestment — and provide for critical improvements for 25,000 apartments in NYCHA developments across the city."
Legislation will unlock additional federal funding and lead to billions of dollars in renovations and spur critical improvements for 25,000 apartments in NYCHA developments across the city by unlocking the authority's ability to invest billions of dollars in capital to stabilize its buildings.
NYCHA – which oversees the nation's largest public housing system- will now draw hundreds of millions of federal dollars in new support per year by utilizing federal tenant protection vouchers that receive a higher per-unit subsidy than traditional Section 9 public housing. This additional subsidy will permit NYCHA to raise debt off the increase for vital capital improvements.
" Not only will this legislation infuse billions of dollars into public housing for long overdue repairs, it will also create thousands of union, prevailing wage jobs for New York City residents in the process," said Laborers Local 79 Business Manager Michael Prohaska said.
The Trust will guarantee homes are kept permanently affordable and residents will have the right to vote and decide whether to opt-in to the Trust. Residents will also play an active role in determining which vendors are chosen to complete renovation work at their developments.
In her State of the State address, Governor Hochul announced a $25 billion, five-year Housing Plan – later passed in the FY 2023 Enacted Budget – that will create or preserve 100,000 affordable homes in urban and rural areas across New York including 10,000 homes with supportive services. The governor also recently signed into law more flexible rules for converting underutilized hotel space into permanent housing.
"This legislation is historic because it not only addresses long overdue repairs for public housing residents, it ensures those repairs will be performed by unionized construction workers," said Mason Tenders District Council of Greater New York Business Manager Michael Hellstrom.
"Including a project labor agreement and prevailing wage requirements in the bill makes it even more impactful for tenants because it ensures they'll receive the highest quality repairs from a skilled and trained workforce."
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Tobias S. Harris
Japan Analyst
Observing Japan Blog
The Prime Minister's Time
Public Opinion Aggregator
Is a snap election within the next seven months likely?
On October 8, 2007 By Tobias S. HarrisIn Observing Japan Blog
Publicly, Mr. Ozawa and the DPJ leadership remain determined to push for a general election. At a meeting of prefectural chapter heads last week, Mr. Ozawa spoke of intensifying the party's preparations for a general election and outlined the DPJ's four principles for a general election campaign: (1) not standing candidates in all 300 electoral districts, (2) working with other opposition parties to support candidates, (3) not backing — without exception — candidates running solely in PR blocs, and (4) giving party nominations to candidates from other parties (a technical distinction that could influence how a candidate is presented to voters).
My sources inside the DPJ tell me that the mood within the party still anticipates a general election within the next seven months, with members divided as to whether it will be before the end of 2007 or in the springtime, following the passage of the budget. And there has yet to be any serious dissension from the party line that calls for pressuring the government to call an early election. But how long can that last?
Given the nature of Japanese campaigning, a party cannot start preparing for a general election too soon — this applies as much to incumbents as to challengers. (I saw Hayashi Jun, a Koizumi kid first elected in 2005 as a representative for Kanagawa-4, campaigning before generally indifferent passersby outside Kamakura station last week.) Not surprisingly, Koga Makoto, the LDP's new election strategy chairman, also set to work last week on preparing the LDP for a general election, but gave no indication that he expects it to be anytime before September 2009.
I am increasingly inclined to agree with MTC on the unlikelihood of a general election until the very last minute, unless the LDP once again finds its popularity in free fall (as I think it was before the July election and in the weeks following it). If the Fukuda government squanders the opportunity afforded it by the Japanese people, who have clearly given the LDP one more chance to get things right, I cannot help but wonder whether the government might cave and call an election, perhaps finding that delaying would only contribute to the free fall. But I expect that under Mr. Fukuda the party may be able to avoid the free fall that occurred under Mr. Abe, not because there isn't the possibility of scandals or inappropriate remarks by cabinet ministers, but because I don't think the prime minister will let things spiral out of control — and if he manages to act on his rhetoric about fixing the problems of reform, he might buy enough credit with the public to ensure that he can escape the consequences of ministerial incompetence or malfeasance.
In the meantime, though, I think Mr. Koizumi's characterization of the new relationship between the LDP and DPJ — as explicated by MTC here — may prove to be exactly right. As MTC wrote: "At election time and in the runup to the selection of a new prime minister, the factions sharpened and inflated their policy differences. However, once the elections were over or a new prime minister was voted into office, factions allowed these seemingly life-or-death differences to fade. Instead, what became important was finding the means to cooperate on passing legislation and equitably dividing the political spoils."
After the sharpened partisan conflict that has surrounded the extension of the MSDF mission subsides — with the DPJ increasingly likely to face defeat on the bill — Mr. Ozawa and his party may retreat and then return to the table to talk. With the lessening of partisan tensions, calls for an early election might subside as 2007 turns into 2008, and with less focus on an imminent election, the LDP and DPJ might actually get around to legislating in the manner suggested by Mr. Koizumi, at least until late 2008 when thoughts turn to election strategy once again.
All of this means is that like in intraparty LDP competition under the 1955 system, election contests will hinge less on policy differences than on intangibles (in urban Japan)— the popularity and charisma of party heads and the candidates themselves — and tangibles (in rural Japan) — the money brought home, or not, by the incumbent.
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Have you looked into applying for the Monbusho scholarship to study for your PhD in Japan? I know the feeling of having to go back to the States even though you want to stay because of visa issues. I\'m studying Japanese politics as a PhD candidate at Kobe U and have been impressed, inspired, and mildly embarrassed at my laziness by your insightful and well written JPol blog. I hope you keep up the work from the States and have the opportunity to return to Japan sooner than later.-Terrance
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Anderson, SC – Southern Wesleyan finished in second place as a team both rounds of the Anderson Invitational. All five Warriors placed in the top twenty during the tournament.
"I am very pleased with a couple individual performances from this week. Eric Shea had an amazing second round 66 in route to his second individual title as a Warrior. Seve Anfindsen also performed very well, finishing 7th in his first event. We will re-qualify this week and hopefully settle on a lineup that will give us more production out of the 3, 4, and 5 spots next tournament."
Eric Shea took first place as an individual in the Anderson Invitational. Shea shot a first round of 73 and a second round of 66 to put him five under par with a 139 total round score. The sophomore from Canada was followed by fellow sophomore Seve Anfindsen. Afindsen finished in seventh place in the tournament. He shot a 78 in round one and then bested his previous score with a 72 in round two to give him a 150 total round score.
Noah Mullens and Ty Campbell finished in a tie for 11th in the Anderson Invitational. Mullens shot a 77 in both rounds of competition while Campbell shot an 81 in the first round and 73 in the second. They finished with a total round score of 154. Thomas Nielsen shot a 75 in the first round and an 80 in the second round to give him a 155 for the complete round score to put him in a tie for 14th place.
The Warriors will next travel to Kiawah Island, South Carolina on September 17 and 18 as they take part in the Kiawah Invitational hosted by USC Aiken.


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package py.com.fpuna.autotracks;

import java.util.Locale;

import android.support.v7.app.ActionBarActivity;
import android.support.v7.app.ActionBar;
import android.support.v4.app.Fragment;
import android.support.v4.app.FragmentManager;
import android.support.v4.app.FragmentTransaction;
import android.support.v4.app.FragmentPagerAdapter;
import android.os.Bundle;
import android.support.v4.view.ViewPager;
import android.support.v7.app.AppCompatActivity;
import android.support.v7.widget.Toolbar;

import com.astuetz.PagerSlidingTabStrip;

import py.com.fpuna.autotracks.fragment.AuthorsFragment;
import py.com.fpuna.autotracks.fragment.InformationFragment;

public class AboutActivity extends AppCompatActivity implements ActionBar.TabListener {

    private PagerSlidingTabStrip mPagerSlidingTabStrip;
    private SectionsPagerAdapter mSectionsPagerAdapter;
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    @Override
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        @Override
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        public CharSequence getPageTitle(int position) {
            Locale l = Locale.getDefault();
            switch (position) {
                case 0:
                    return getString(R.string.title_section_autotracks).toUpperCase(l);
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                    return getString(R.string.title_section_autores).toUpperCase(l);
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Broker Heath Lambert is in talks with the Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Coeliac Society – an organisation catering for gluten allergy sufferers – about arranging specialist cover.
It is understood that Heath Lambert is looking at either changing the wording of existing policies or creating new policies. The plan is to provide cover for circumstances where none existed before, said a source close to the negotiations.
She said the new policies would have special clauses covering wheelchairs and their maintenance. The policies may also offer cover for drug replacement if expensive drugs are damaged or lost.
In May, Heath Lambert signed an agreement with Diabetes UK. The broker agreed to provide a range of insurance and financial service products specifically for people with diabetes. Under the agreement, critical illness cover was extended to cover illnesses connected with diabetes.
Heath Lambert was one of ten companies vying to win the account. The latest moves are part of an ongoing campaign by the broker to win new customers who could not previously obtain cover.
Heath Lambert refused to comment on the deals.


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Biology worksheet
Topic: Interdependent Relationships In Ecosystems
Interdependent Relationships In Ecosystems
NGSS: HS-LS2-1 HS-LS2-2
Which statement best describes what is most likely to occur if an animal population grows larger than the carrying capacity of its environment?
(1) The birth rate will increase.
(2) Both the birth rate and death rate will decrease.
(3) The death rate will increase.
(4) Neither the birth rate nor the death rate will decrease.
The graph below shows the size of a population of foxes over a period of years.
If the line did not stay around the carrying capacity, but continued to rise, which concept would this graph best illustrate?
(1) environmental stability
(2) genetic variety
(3) behavioral change
(4) overproduction
A scientist was studying a population of fish in a pond over a period of 10 years. He observed that the population increased each year for 3 years, and then remained nearly constant for the rest of the study. The best explanation for this observation is that the population had
(1) stopped reproducing
(2) reached carrying capacity
(3) mutated into a different species
(4) run out of food and migrated to a different pond
Base your answers to questions 4 on the data table below, which shows the estimated population of wolves in Minnesota from 1995 through 2002.
Directions: Using the information in the data table, construct a line graph on the grid, following the directions below.
The most likely explanation for the size of the wolf population for the 2000–2002 period is that the population
(1) reached the carrying capacity of the environment
(2) stabilized due to global warming
(3) began reproducing at a faster rate
(4) was affected by a new pathogen
A finite resource in the environment that keeps a population from steadily increasing is known as
Which statement best describes how a major change in the size of one population affects an ecosystem?
The Mississippi River Delta wetlands ecosystem is home to a large number of fish, birds, and other aquatic organisms. During the last century, this ecosystem has seen a decrease in wetland areas and species diversity due to land development, agriculture, and flooding. Conservation groups have been working to reconnect the Mississippi River with its flood plain and restore lost wetlands. One result of restoring wetland areas in this ecosystem would be
(1) an increase in abiotic factors that would cause organisms to develop new adaptations
(2) the development of an ecosystem that will prevent invasive species from settling there
(3) an increase in the carrying capacity of the ecosystem for wetland organisms
(4) to prevent the organisms that live in this eco- system from competing for food and shelter
The number of white-tailed deer in certain areas of Long Island, NY has increased significantly. Homeowners and farmers have put up tall fencing to protect their gardens and crops from the deer. One reason why the white tailed-deer might have increased significantly in certain areas of Long Island is
(1) the lack of natural predators
(2) an increase in deer pathogens
(3) a shortage of biotic resources needed by the deer
(4) that carrying capacity has no effect on deer populations
Many bacteria and fungi are important in the environment because they
(1) return energy to the environment, making it available for plants
(2) recycle nutrients, making them available for other organisms
(3) produce glucose through the process of respiration
(4) reverse the flow of energy in the ecosystem
Which statement best describes a characteristic of the carrying capacity of an ecosystem?
(1) It can be illustrated with a food web.
(2) It allows organisms to produce populations of unlimited size.
(3) It is determined directly by an organism's reproductive success.
(4) It is limited by the habitat's available energy and nutrients.
The Eurasian water milfoil is a nonnative species, which was once commonly sold as an aquarium plant, and is now found growing in many lakes in New York State. It has few natural enemies, and grows rapidly, crowding out many native species. This plant ruins fishing areas and interferes with boating and other water sports. This is an example of
(1) human consumption of finite resources
(2) an unintended consequence of adding an organism to an ecosystem
(3) an abiotic factor having a negative effect on an ecosystem
(4) the introduction of a species that has increased the long-term biodiversity of an ecosystem
Base your answers to questions 12 on the graph below and on your knowledge of biology. The graph shows interactions of moose and wolf populations on Isle Royale.
State one possible reason for the change in the moose population between 1995 and 1997. [1]
• — Disease killed large numbers of the moose.
• — The moose population overgrazed its habitat, resulting in starvation.
• — The moose population exceeded the carrying capacity of the environment.
• — overhunting
• — severe winter
• Note: Do not allow credit for "the wolves ate more moose" or "they died."
Base your answers to questions 13 on the information below and on your knowledge of biology.
Types of Predators
When large predators, such as lions or wolves, are removed from a food web, smaller "mesopredators" step in to take their places, and the results may be severe. Mesopredators are usually smaller and more numerous than the larger "apex" predators that they replace. Some are also omnivores, eating plant and animal food sources, rather than eating the meat-only diet of the largest predators. Examples of mesopredators include coyotes, raccoons, and skunks.
In 1874, General George Custer noted that there was an abundance of wolves, but few coyotes, in South Dakota. Today, there is an abundance of coyotes, but no wolves. The wolves were removed to protect domestic sheep, but now the coyotes are often responsible for attacking sheep and other animals. The cost of controlling mesopredators by human intervention can be very high, as mesopredators are very numerous and quickly "bounce back" after control efforts. Meanwhile, the number of apex predators that are endangered continues to increase.
Describe how the wolf population is controlled naturally in the environment without human intervention. [1]
• — The population is controlled by the amount of food available.
• — The population is controlled when too many small animals are eaten and there is a reduced
• amount of food for the wolves.
• — The population is limited by the carrying capacity of the environment.
• — Some die from disease/lack of food.
• — Severe winter may kill some of the wolves.
Base your answers to questions 14 on the chart below and on your knowledge of biology. The chart shows seasonal changes in an ecosystem and the overall carrying capacity of the ecosystem.
Explain what is meant by the carrying capacity of a particular population in an ecosystem. [1]
• — Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals the environment can support over
• an extended period of time.
• — It is the largest population size that can survive in an area year-round.
• — It is the maximum population size that an area's resources can support.
Base your answers to questions 15 on the information and graph below and on your knowledge of biology. The graph contains information about an ecosystem.
The graph below shows the carrying capacities of an ecosystem for three different species, 1, 2, and 3, that inhabit an area and the actual population sizes of these three different species in the area.
Identify which species population would most likely have the greatest competition among its members. Support your answer using information from the graph. [1]
Species number:_______________________
Allow 1 credit for 2 and supporting the answer. Acceptable responses include, but are not
• limited to:
• — The population size is greater than the size of the population that the ecosystem can
• support.
• — Because it is above its carrying capacity, the ecosystem cannot supply enough food for
• survival, so members of the species compete for limited food.


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he ever thought possible. Follow Larry's journey in this funny and enchanting new collaboration nominated for a Critics' Award for Theatre in Scotland with renowned Scottish puppeteer Ailie Cohen.
This is a lovely, different, entertaining piece of very well executed theatre that has appeal across generations.


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{Display information about jobs in queue}

\index{Condor commands!condor\_analyze}
\index{condor\_analyze command}

\Synopsis \SynProg{\Condor{analyze}}
\oOpt{-help}

\SynProg{\Condor{analyze}}
\oOpt{-global}
\oOptArg{-submitter}{submitter}
\oOptArg{-name}{name}
\oOptArg{-pool}{centralmanagerhostname[:portnumber]}
\oOpt{-long}
\oOpt{-run}
\oOpt{-expert}
\oArg{\{cluster $|$ cluster.process $|$ owner $|$
  \OptArg{-constraint}{expression} \Dots \} }

\Description

\Condor{analyze} displays analysis information about jobs in the
Condor job queue.  on a per machine basis.
By default, \Condor{analyze} queries the local job queue,
but this behavior may be modified.

\begin{Options}
    \OptItem{\Opt{-global}}{Provides an analysis of all jobs in
       all queues.  Note that this can be a lengthy analysis for large queues.}
    \OptItem{\OptArg{-submitter}{submittername}}{Does an analysis on all jobs
       of the given job submitter.}
    \OptItem{\Opt{-help}}{Prints a short help screen and exits.}
    \OptItem{\OptArg{-name}{name}}{Restricts the analysis to jobs in the
       queue of given host name's \Condor{schedd} daemon.}
    \OptItem{\OptArg{-pool}{centralmanagerhostname[:portnumber]}}{Analyzes
       jobs in a specific pool by giving the central manager's host name
       and an optional port number.
       The default is given by the value of the \Macro{COLLECTOR\_HOST}
       macro as specified in the configuration file.}
    \OptItem{\Opt{-long}}{Requests a verbose output.}
    \OptItem{\Opt{-expert}}{Displays shorter error messages.}

To restrict the display to jobs of interest, a list of zero or more
restrictions may be supplied.  Each restriction may be one of:

	\OptItem{\Arg{cluster}}{Matches all jobs belonging
		to the specified cluster.}
	\OptItem{\Arg{cluster.process}}{Matches jobs which
		belong to the specified cluster and have the specified process number.}
	\OptItem{\Arg{owner}}{Matches all jobs owned by the specified owner.}
	\OptItem{\OptArg{-constraint}{expression}}{Matches all jobs that
		satisfy the specified ClassAd expression. (See section~\ref{sec:classad-reference}
		for a discussion of ClassAd expressions.)}

\end{Options}

\GenRem
Although \Condor{analyze} provides a very good first approximation,
the analyzer
cannot diagnose all possible situations because the analysis is based on
instantaneous and local information.  Therefore, there are some situations
(such as when several submitters are contending for resources, or if the pool
is rapidly changing state) which cannot be accurately diagnosed.

\Examples

\ExitStatus

\Condor{analyze} will exit with a status value of 0 (zero) upon success,
and it will exit with the value 1 (one) upon failure.

\end{ManPage}


The topper softens the firmness of the mattress, alleviating body pressure during sleep and affording unique sensations of well-being and relaxation. Its hypoallergenic and breathable structure ensures that the topper is free from dust-mites and allergies and the cotton cover provides a soft touch to the product.
The materials used are high quality and have been put through demanding tests to ensure their strength, resulting in a topper that does not become deformed over time. This means you can be sure of enjoying the benefits of the product even after several years of use.


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Look what's swelling the sea
By: Bharat Lal Seth
Use of groundwater accounts for 0.8 mm sea level rise
Groundwater is becoming important to sustain agriculture, industry and drinking water. But as we exploit aquifers, more water becomes part of the hydrological cycle. A recent study shows evaporation and precipitation of groundwater is responsible for a fourth of the annual sea level rise of 3.1 mm.
The study, to be published in Geophysical Research Letters, employed a global hydrological model run with 44 years (1958-2001) of data of precipitation, temperature and evaporation. The researchers found contribution of groundwater to sea level rise is 0.8 mm per year. They were taken aback because this is surprisingly large when compared to the current annual rise in sea levels, which the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change estimates at 3.1 mm.
"We redid calculations several times because we did not believe it at first," said Marc Bierkens, lead researcher and faculty of Geosciences at Utrecht University in the Netherlands. Groundwater, unlike surface waterbodies, is not susceptible to evaporation. Hence Bierkens and his team took into account the rate of groundwater depletion.
The model showed the rate at which groundwater stocks are shrinking has more than doubled in the past four decades, increasing the amount of groundwater lost in a year from 126 cubic km to 283 cubic km. Most of the depleted groundwater ends up in the ocean and is in excess of the current hydrological cycle, they concluded.
Dinesh Kumar, groundwater expert and director of the Institute for Resource Analysis and Policy in Hyderabad, suggested a careful scrutiny because the study results contradict government data. For instance, Kumar said, the paper suggests several regions in India such as the northeastern region show high groundwater recharge despite unfavourable conditions. But as per the water ministry's groundwater maps, groundwater recharge is nearly zero in the northeastern region.
The research team had compiled the data over five years from the Internet, regional reports and interviews of regional specialists, Bierkens said. "We present a global analysis that does not presume to be 100 per cent accurate. Experts in the region could always find some points to scrutinise the results," he added.
Tags: Groundwater Recharge, Global, Sea Level Rise, Hydrology, Groundwater, Water Resources, Climate Change, IPCC,


I have a fantastic amount of encounter purchasing both new and refurbished Dell and HP computer systems and laptops. When picking a refurbished laptop, appear for the same functions and functions you would with any desktop laptop or computer : a processor, and memory, enough to run the software you plan to use a difficult drive with adequate storage space for all your crucial files a dedicated graphics card (if you strategy to run resource-hungry games and multimedia) and all the connectivity options, more hardware bays, and slots needed to add peripheral devices and ensure you can upgrade.
Ebay have reached the point that they are so heavily invested in their program, that if they enforced their 'no several listings of the exact same object' listing policy, the drop in the number of listings could well get started a mass exodus of sellers and purchasers to other web sites.
Kindle Fire HD comparison reviewers virtually automatically say that the Amazon tablets can use only Amazon apps and consequently ought to not be viewed as except by Amazon buyers – but this kind of statement can come only from NOT taking the time to check the regular Android settings.
A refurbished pc is frequently a utilised, open box, or returned computer system (or one particular that is otherwise not fit for sale as new) that has been completely inspected by a manufacturer-authorized outfit or the manufacturer itself, and then sold again as a refurbished computer at a reduced value.
Excellent for family members, student or skilled use, our refurbished desktops suit casual and significant users alike. As normally, this is the best bang-for-your-buck upgrade you can make to your system laptops are no exception. Most desktop and most laptop computer systems incorporate a Windows operating program, a Microsoft Workplace suite, and Microsoft safety application preinstalled. Most huge tech web site reviewers don't know that Amazon enables installation of apps from non-Amazon sources, even though Amazon advises caution. Laptops / notebooks have seriously emerged with desktop-level elements or equivalent specifications to make them your 'only' computer.


The Solar Airship is like a cross between a hot air balloon and a kite. The 8 m long black plastic tube fills with air which heats up, sending it into the air. A 50 M line is attached to tether the airship like a kite.
The Solar Airship has been created by the Science Museum. The airship is constructed from heat attracting 'Absorba' plastic, this allows the air you have captured within to warm up enough for it to start to rise. The plastic is so efficient at absorbing heat that even on a barely sunny day there will be enough light for the airship to take to the sky.
The Solar Airship is supplied with a 50 m line to attach the 8 m long black plastic bag to, allowing you to fly the solar heated air bag as a very large kite. The airship is a great way to demonstrate the power the sun provides us every day, showing its warming effect while also displaying how effectively warm air rises over cold, a great fun science project for children.The airship is suitable for ages 14 + and does require adult supervision.
The Solar Airship is around £10, and is available from a number of stockists.
I have played with smaller versions of these when i was a kid – that was about 30 years ago.


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PSCR launches Haptic Interfaces for Public Safety Challenge
NIST's Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division launched a Haptic Interfaces for Public Safety Challenge on 18 March, which will award up to $425,000 to the winning teams.
Public safety officials perform their tasks in a variety of environments, some of which may severely limit their senses and their ability to communicate; the challenge will investigate the relevance of haptic interfaces to address these issues. It will consist of multiple phases in which the participants will develop haptic interface prototypes to assist first responders' tasks in three virtual reality (VR) scenarios – one for police, one for ambulance services and one for firefighters; and in a realistic scenario in which firefighters navigate and accomplish a task at a firefighter training facility with prototypes embedded into personal protective equipment (PPE).
The challenge is seeking participation from both haptic hardware providers and haptic development teams. The former will receive funding from PSCR that will allow each of them to support up to three haptic developments teams working to create prototypes with the provider's products and services.
The competition is split into five phases, which together will run between March and November 2019. The submission deadline for the first phase is 22 April – those wishing to participate must register on Challenge.gov and submit concept paper applications on Challenge.gov on April 22nd by 5pm MT.
For more information, see: https://publicsafetyhaptics.com/
Tulane University's alerting
Tulane University has transitioned to Everbridge's software for the handling of campus emergency notifications.


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Organisers of 2021 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships provide progress report at latest Coordination Group meeting
By Daniel Etchells
Organisers of the 2021 International Ski Federation (FIS) Nordic World Ski Championships in Oberstdorf in Germany have provided a comprehensive progress report on several areas during the fourth FIS Coordination Group meeting.
Areas included marketing, press facilities, promotional activities and a number of functional and technical elements.
Since the last Coordination Group meeting in December 2017, the focus has been on building the Local Organising Committee operational team and on finalising the design of the infrastructure and construction projects.
This includes the cross-country tracks and finish area and the ski jumping stadium, which was the main focus of the latest two-day gathering.
"The Oberstdorf organisers had an exceptionally busy winter season, which has contributed hugely to the capacity of the workforce and volunteers as they build towards 2021," FIS secretary general Sarah Lewis said.
"The infrastructure projects which are being finalised and are well in hand, focus on the legacy aspects for competition requirements and youth development activities, as well as providing significantly enhanced facilities for recreational sport, especially cross-country skiing to boost the tourism offering in Oberstdorf."
It is hoped the Oberstdorf team will benefit from first-hand transfer of knowledge at the final inspection of preparations for the 2019 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Seefeld in Austria this autumn, and also during the event itself next February.
The fourth Coordination Group meeting saw members of the German Ski Association, including President Franz Steinle, and Oberstdorf Mayor Laurent Mies welcome representatives of the FIS and Infront Sports and Media, the official media and marketing partner.
Oberstdorf is one of the key destinations for the FIS Nordic World Cup tours each season.
Oberstdorf hosted the 2018 FIS Ski Flying World Championships ©FIS/Tami Kiuru
Last winter, the Allgäu resort hosted the traditional Four Hills Tournament, followed by two stages of the Tour de Ski.
The main event of the season was the 2018 FIS Ski Flying World Championships, while the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup Finals for women were also staged there.
All of the events provided organisers with a chance to promote the 2021 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships, recruit volunteers and test the operational capacities.
They also gave the Oberstdorf team extremely valuable experience with a wide multitude of weather conditions in what was a very challenging winter.
In March, it was confirmed that Oberstdorf Town Council had failed to reach a majority to approve a new stadium for the 2021 Nordic World Ski Championships.
A new facility for the cross-country elements was proposed but a vote between councillors ended as a 10-10 draw.
Costs was thought to be the main factor for those voting against.
Oberstdorf was awarded the Championships at the FIS Congress in Cancun in Mexico in June 2016.
March 2018: New stadium proposal for 2021 Nordic World Championships not passed by Oberstdorf councillors
July 2017: Chief executives appointed for 2021 Nordic World Ski Championships
June 2017: Venue upgrade plans laid out for 2021 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships
September 2016: First meeting held in Oberstdorf ahead of FIS Nordic World Championships in 2021
April 2016: Lahti hones preparations for 2017 Nordic World Championships
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In anticipation of a dry form of climate warming, this paper explores the economical mix of adaptation, technologies, policies, and water management changes available to minimize water supply impacts. The modeling tool used in the research, California Value Integrated Network (CALVIN), has been applied to water policy and management problems in the past. The results suggest that increased flexibility in water management activities, such as water market activity, and conjunctive uses of surface and groundwater, will play a beneficial role in protecting California's water supply in the face of a drier and warmer climate.


I was recently in Tallahassee for the FLA board meeting and member's meeting the following day. Of note was the progress of the proposed Florida Lighthouse license plate currently in committee in the state legislature. It was championed by our own Representative William L. "Bill" Proctor and with the support Senator Mike Fesano, Rep. Matt Hudson and many others in the legislature, has been passing with flying colors. One reason it has not met with much opposition is that the FLA is an all volunteer organization and so $0.90 out of every dollar spent on the plate will go to preserving our Florida lighthouses. We are also very honored to be the featured lighthouse on the plate when so many of our friends have lighthouses in the state too. We love them all!
I ate lunch with some very good friends of the St. Augustine Lighthouse, Ray and Barbara Hamel and Paul and Betsy Wilcox.
After the meeting we headed south to the Gulf and a climb to the lens room of the St. Marks lighthouse.
Once there we had the rare opportunity to climb to the lens room usually closed to the public. The staff and volunteers at St. Marks were wonderful!
We climbed the ladder to the fourth order lens and looked out on the Gulf. A strobe light has been placed on the gallery rail.
It was a grey, rainy day but we had a great time in a beautiful spot and so I headed back north just as the sun was coming out. After getting back to the city, I headed to my favorite eating establishment, Famous Dave's BBQ out on Capitol Circle . This chain started in my own former state of Wisconsin and is hands down the best BBQ from a franchise I have ever tasted. For a long time they were not in Florida but now there are two on the west coast and this one in Tallahassee. Now we just need to get one in St. Augustine! When you go there, try the combo of ribs and brisket (use Dave's Texas Pit Sauce on the brisket. You won't need to add anything to the ribs. Just enjoy em naked). Outstanding! Thanks Dave!
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 Land Rover Discovery 2, a first-generation Discovery SUV car model by Land Rover.
 Mars Pathfinder, the second mission of the Discovery Program.


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1 CEFR Overall Illustrative English Proficiency s CEFR CEFR OVERALL ORAL PRODUCTION Has a good command of idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms with awareness of connotative levels of meaning. Can convey finer shades of meaning precisely by using, with reasonable accuracy, a wide range of modification devices. Can backtrack and restructure around a difficulty so smoothly the interlocutor is hardly aware of it. Can present complex topics confidently and articulately to an audience unfamiliar with it, structuring and adapting the talk flexibly to meet the audience s needs. Fluency: Can express self at length with a natural, effortless, unhesitating flow. Pauses only to reflect on precisely the right words to express thoughts or to find an appropriate example or explanation. Grammatical Accuracy: Maintains consistent grammatical control of complex language, even while attention is otherwise engaged (e.g. in forward planning, in monitoring others reactions). Can develop an argument systematically with appropriate highlighting of significant points, and relevant supporting detail. Can easily keep up with the debate, even on abstract, complex unfamiliar topics. Can argue a formal position convincingly, responding to questions and comments and answering complex lines of counterargument fluently, spontaneously and appropriately. Can give a clear, well-structured presentation of a complex subject, expanding and supporting points of view at some length with subsidiary points, reasons and relevant examples. Fluency: Can express self fluently and spontaneously, almost effortlessly. There is little obvious searching for expressions or avoidance strategies; only a conceptually difficult subject can hinder a natural, smooth flow of language. Grammatical Accuracy: Consistently maintains a high degree of grammatical accuracy; errors are rare and difficult to spot. CEFR OVERALL ORAL PRODUCTION Can use the language fluently, accurately and effectively on a wide range of general, academic, vocational or leisure topics, marking clearly the relationships between ideas. Can give a clear, systematically developed presentation, with highlighting of significant points, and relevant supporting detail. Can keep up with an animated discussion, identifying accurately arguments supporting and opposing points of view. Can express ideas and opinions with precision, present and respond to complex lines of argument convincingly. Can give a clear, systematically developed presentation, with highlighting of significant points, and relevant supporting detail. Fluency: Can communicate spontaneously, often showing remarkable fluency and ease of expression in even longer complex stretches of speech. Grammatical Accuracy: Good grammatical control. Occasional slips or non-systematic errors and minor flaws in sentence structure may still occur, but they are rare and can often be corrected in retrospect. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction, and sustained relationships with native speaker quite possible without imposing strain on either party. Can highlight the personal significance of events and experiences, account for and sustain views clearly by providing relevant explanations and arguments. Can participate actively in formal discussion. Can develop an argument well enough to be followed without difficulty most of the time. Can give a clear, prepared presentation, giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view and giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. Fluency: can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without imposing strain on either party. Grammatical Accuracy: Shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control. Does not make mistakes that lead to misunderstanding. Can communicate with some confidence on familiar routine and non-routine matters related to learner s interests and professional field. Can exchange, check and confirm information, deal with less routine situations and explain why something is a problem. Can express thoughts on more abstract, cultural topics such as films, books, music, etc. Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions, plans and actions. Can give a prepared straightforward presentation on a familiar topic within learner s field, which is clear enough to be followed without difficulty most of the time. Fluency: Can express ideas with relative ease. Despite some problems with formulation resulting in pauses and cul-de-sacs, learner is able to keep going effectively without help. Grammatical Accuracy: Communicates with reasonable accuracy in familiar contexts; generally good control though with noticeable mother tongue influence. Errors occur, but it is clear what learner is trying to express.
2 B1- Can exploit a wide range of simple language to deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling. Can enter unprepared into conversation of familiar topics, express personal opinions and exchange information on topics that are familiar, of personal interest, or pertinent to everyday life. Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions, plans and actions. Can give a prepared straightforward presentation on a familiar topic within learner s field that is clear enough to be followed without difficulty most of the time. Fluency: Can keep going comprehensibly, even though pausing for grammatical and lexical planning and repair is very evident, especially in longer stretches of free production. Grammatical Accuracy: Uses reasonably accurately a repertoire of frequently used grammar patterns associated with more predictable situations. CEFR OVERALL ORAL PRODUCTION Can interact with reasonable ease in structured situations and short conversations, provided the other person helps if necessary. Can manage simple, routine exchanges without undue effort. Can ask and answer questions and exchange ideas and information on familiar topics in predictable everyday situations. Can give short, rehearsed presentation on a topic pertinent to everyday life, with reasons and explanations, plans and actions. Fluency: Can make self understood in short contributions, even though pauses, false starts and reformulation are very evident. Grammatical Accuracy: Uses some simple structures correctly, but still systematically makes basic mistakes; nevertheless, it is usually clear what learner is trying to say. A2- Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters to do with work and free time. Can handle very short social exchanges but is rarely able to understand enough to keep conversation going of own accord. Can give a very short, rehearsed basic presentation on a familiar subject. Fluency: Can construct phrases on familiar topics with sufficient ease to handle short exchanges, despite very noticeable hesitation and false starts. Grammatical Accuracy: Uses some simple structures correctly, but still systematically makes basic mistakes. A1 Can interact in a simple way but communication is totally dependent on repetition at a slower rate of speech, rephrasing and repair. Can ask and answer simple questions, initiate and respond to simple statement in areas of immediate need or on very familiar topics. Can produce simple mainly isolated phrases about people and places. Can give a very short, rehearsed statement. Fluency: Can manage very short, isolated, mainly pre-packaged utterances, with much pausing to search for expressions and less familiar words. Grammatical Accuracy: Shows only limited control of a few simple grammatical structures and sentence patterns in a learned repertoire.
4 A1 Can follow speech that is very slow and carefully articulated. Can understand everyday expressions aimed at the satisfaction of simple needs of a concrete type, delivered directly in clear, slow and repeated speech Can understand questions and instructions addressed carefully and slowly Can follow short, simple directions CEFR B1- OVERALL READING COMPREHENSION Can understand and interpret critically virtually all forms of the written language including abstract, structurally complex, or highly colloquial literary and non-literary writings. Can understand a wide range of long and complex texts, appreciating subtle distinctions of style and implicit as well as explicit meaning. Can summarize information from different sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation of the overall result. Can understand in detail lengthy, complex texts, whether or not they relate to learner s own area of specialty, provided learner can reread difficult sections. Can understand a detail a wide range of lengthy, complex texts likely to be encountered in social, professional or academic life, identifying finer points of detail including attitudes and implied as well as stated opinions. Can summarize long, demanding texts. OVERALL READING COMPREHENSION Can read with a large degree of independence, adapting style and speed of reading to different texts and purposes, and using appropriate reference sources selectively. Has a broad active reading vocabulary, but may experience some difficulty with low-frequency idioms. Can obtain information, ideas and opinions from highly specialized sources within learner s field. Can understand specialized articles outside learner s field, provided learner can use a dictionary occasionally. Can summarize a wide range of factual and imaginative texts, commenting on and discussing contrasting points of view and the main themes. Can read with a large degree of independence, adapting style and speed of reading to different texts and purposes, and using appropriate reference sources selectively. Has a broad active reading vocabulary, but may experience some difficulty with low-frequency idioms. Can understand articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular stances or viewpoints. Can summarize extracts from articles and news items containing opinions, argument and discussion. Can read straightforward factual texts on subjects related to learner s field and interest with a satisfactory level of comprehension. Can identify the main conclusions in clearly signaled argumentative texts. Can recognize significant points in straightforward articles on familiar subjects. Can collate short pieces of information from several sources and summarize them. Can read straightforward factual texts on subjects related to learner s field and interest with a satisfactory level of comprehension. Can recognize significant points in straightforward articles on familiar subjects. Can summarize short written passages in a simple fashion. OVERALL READING COMPREHENSION A2- A1 Can understand short, simple texts on familiar matters of a concrete type which consist of high frequency every day or job-related language. Can identify specific information in simpler written material learner encounters Can pick out and reproduce key words and phrases or short sentences from a short text within the learner s limited competence and experience. Can understand short, simple texts containing the highest frequency vocabulary. Can identify specific information in simpler written material. Can copy out short texts presented in standard printed format. Can understand very short, simple texts a single phrase at a time, picking up familiar names, words and basic phrases and rereading as required. Can get an idea of the content of simpler informational material and short simple descriptions, especially if there is visual support. Can copy single words and short texts presented in standard printed format.
5 CEFR B1- CEFR OVERALL WRITTEN PRODUCTION Can write clear, highly accurate and smoothly flowing, complex texts in an appropriate and effective style conveying finer shades of meaning. Can use a logical structure which helps the reader to find significant points. Maintains consistent grammatical control of complex language, even while attention is otherwise engaged (e.g. in forward planning, in monitoring others reactions). Demonstrates a sophisticated use and wide range of academic and technical vocabulary. Can write clear, well-structured texts of complex subjects, underlining the relevant salient issues, expanding and supporting points of view at some length with subsidiary points, reasons and relevant examples, and rounding off with a n appropriate conclusion. Consistently maintains a high degree of grammatical accuracy; errors are rare and difficult to spot. Demonstrates a sophisticated use and wide range of academic and technical vocabulary. CEFR OVERALL WRITTEN PRODUCTION Can write clear, detailed texts on a variety of subjects related to learner s field of interest, synthesizing and evaluating information and arguments from a number of sources. Can write an essay or report that develops an argument systematically with appropriate highlighting of significant points and relevant supporting detail. Can evaluate different ideas or solutions to a problem. Has very good grammatical control. Occasional slips or non-systematic errors and minor flaws in sentence structure may still occur, but they are rare and can often be corrected in retrospect. Demonstrates a sophisticated use and wide range of vocabulary. Can write clear, detailed texts on a variety of subjects related to learner s field of interest, synthesizing and evaluating information and arguments from a number of sources. Can write an essay or report which develops an argument, giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view and explaining the advantages and disadvantages of various options. Uses an effective variety of sentence structures. Uses verb tense and aspect appropriately. Has strong accuracy; few errors create little to no obscurity of meaning. Clearly articulates ideas in an extended, well-developed essay. Demonstrates good coherence through organization and word choice. Demonstrates strong fluency and well-developed expression of ideas. Demonstrates a sophisticated use and wide range of vocabulary. Can write short essays on topics of interest. Can summarize, report and give opinion about accumulated factual information on familiar matters within learner s field with some confidence. Uses a variety of sentence structures. Has good control of verb tense and aspect with occasional errors. Has good accuracy of other structures in extended discourse, and meaning is clear. Produces extended, well-developed essay. Demonstrates coherence through organization and word choice. Demonstrates good fluency and expression of ideas in writing. Demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary. Can write straightforward connected texts on a range of familiar subjects within learner s field of interest. Uses a variety of simple and compound sentences, and some complex sentences. Has strong control of simple verb tense use. Has some control of verb tense and aspect, but occasionally obscures meaning. Has reasonable accuracy of other structures in extended discourse. Produces a well-developed paragraph(s) and may attempt an essay, but unsuccessfully. Demonstrates strong understanding of paragraph organization. Demonstrates some coherence through organization and word choice. Demonstrates adequate fluency and expression of ideas. Demonstrates appropriate vocabulary to express ideas. CEFR OVERALL WRITTEN PRODUCTION Can write about everyday aspects of learner s environment Can write very short, basic descriptions of events, past activities and personal experiences. Uses simple and compound sentences, and limited complex sentences (e.g. because, when, before, after). Has good control of simple verb tense use. Has some errors in structure that may obscure meaning. Produces paragraph(s) with supporting ideas. Demonstrates good understanding of paragraph organization. Demonstrates limited coherence. Demonstrates adequate fluency and expression of ideas. Demonstrates sufficient vocabulary to express ideas.
Candidates must achieve a grade of at least C2 level in each examination in order to achieve the overall qualification at C2 Level.
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(5) The cross-curricular second language acquisition skills in subsection (c) of this section apply to ELLs in Kindergarten-Grade 12.
In my own and other cultures I can explain some diversity among products and practices and how it relates to perspectives.
A2 Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Contents: Part 1 The level of Prepare! Level 2 Part 2 How the goals of the CEFR are realised in Prepare! Level 2 Part 3 How each unit of Prepare!
Program: Travel, Live, and Learn English Experience/Experience Plus Course: TL2 1 Beginner Length: 1 Academic Quarter (12 weeks) improve their language skills for general, social, or academic purposes.
This course is designed for students with no prior knowledge of French.
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Open More Doors For Your Child's Life
At Our Private Catholic School In Carmel Valley.
Notre Dame Academy — Considered One Of The Best Private Schools In San Diego.
Notre Dame Academy is San Diego's preeminent choice for a progressive and comprehensive, first-class education for students from Preschool through 8th grade. We combine rigorous and advanced learning with an immersive Catholic community to ensure your child can build the academic, artistic, athletic, and religious foundations that open more doors for a lifetime of fulfilment. At NDA, we pledge to balance competitive academics with unparalleled Christian experiences for a complete and completely fulfilling education for every student. We further pledge to be an enclave of creativity and culture, rigor and reward, faith and family; to challenge and to inspire; to learn and to laugh, and to lay a lasting foundation for a promising tomorrow.
Congratulations Ms. Ursula Segura!
Ms. Ursula Segura, NDA's Early Childhood Director, was announced as the Sr. Breege Boyle Award Winner at the Annual Catholic Educator's Awards Banquet.
The Annual Catholic Educators' Awards Banquet is held to recognize contributions in Catholic education in the Diocese of San Diego. The Diocese of San Diego is comprised of 47 schools located in San Diego and Imperial counties and educates nearly 15,000 students. The Sr. Breege Boyle Award is given to a preschool program or director in the Diocese of San Diego for making a difference in the lives of our youngest students. "Ms. Segura has a true passion for teaching her students as well as leading and supporting the entire preschool staff. The preschool program at NDA is Christ-centered, fun, and prepares children well for kindergarten and beyond.
She supports all her staff and under her guidance has created a loving and warm community. It starts in the morning, where all the classes and parents go outside to pray together. Christ is the focus throughout the day and the children have a true eagerness to learn about God. The end of the day always ends with a prayer. The community that she has helped create enriches the lives of the students, teachers and families. Ms. Segura has a love for teaching and the preschool benefits from her love and dedication to the school and the children she teaches." Dr. Julie Cantillon, Associate Director of Schools for the Diocese of San Diego
Here Are Some Of Our Plans For The Next School Year
We Are Scheduling Tours During The Summer
If physically and fiscally feasible, have students attend school on campus 5 days a week.
We will offer instruction in the core curriculum, as well as Religion, Foreign Language, Art/Music and PE.
Official mandate will dictate class size, but we will utilize all of our classrooms and facilities in order to accommodate our NDA community.
A Distance Learning Program will be established as a possible option at each grade level for families who prefer to have their children learn at home. This program would follow an asynchronous and synchronous schedule similar to our current Distance Learning Program.
Distance Learning Protocols will be in place to accommodate any future stay-at-home mandates.
Our mission, "to live out the message of Christ's love through the union of faith, family and academic excellence", will continue to guide us, and we will always be, "One Family; Always United!"
Again, due to the many unknowns ahead, we cannot not commit to the exact implementation to any of the above. However, we 100% commit to putting together the best possible education plan for each child.
Discover Our Campus Hidden In Carmel Valley
Nestled in the tranquility of Carmel Valley lies the area's most beautiful and inspiring campus. But NDA is not simply European influenced; it's run by authentic French sisters who help provide a comfortable and creative emphasis on cultural enrichment and Christian traditions.
For Families Who Want To Provide Their Children The Finest Opportunity For A Well-Rounded Education
From Music And Art To Chess Club And Robotics.
Setting Notre Dame Academy apart is a Staff committed to a rigorous and advanced educational approach with an immersive Catholic community experience. Creativity, innovation, and critical thinking are paramount in our curriculum as we offer weekly Spanish, French, STEAM, Music and Art classes. Students also have opportunities to explore chess, robotics and mechanical engineering courses after school. The Academy provides the necessary foundations that allows for students continued growth. We don't just teach curriculum, we teach the child.
Academic StandardsSports ProgramsMusic & Fine ArtsReligious EducationScience & Technology
Success, Inside And Out
From Cultivating A Love Of Learning To Forwarding A Student's Sense of Purpose
Prospective families tour our campus because they are intrigued by the presence of Sisters on Campus, are appreciative of our comprehensive foreign language program, and impressed by the academic success of our alum. However, what ultimately moves them to register is the spirit of our community. It is a community where families join together to build miracles – raising money to build houses in Tijuana, where teachers challenge students, not just academically, but morally – so that each child strives to be the best versions of themselves. A school where students don't just take a religion class, but rather, in every class students learn in a faith-based environment.
Focus On STEM Learning
After School Coding & Engineer Clubs
Emphasis On Whole Child Education
Technologically Enhanced Curriculum
Reading and Science Specialists On Campus
Fully Optimal Science System (FOSS) Integration
Student Mentorship Programs
Learning Resource Program
Our students don't just memorize their Learning Expectations, but live them every day as faithful Christian Witnesses, diligent and lifelong learners, virtuous individuals and responsible citizens.
Soccer Has A New Home At NDA
Summer's Over, But We're Turning Up The Heat On Dolphin Field.
Not only do we provide your child opportunities to excel academically, but also provide your child the chance to develop athletically. Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade participate in our sports programs. Although students work hard to be the best student athlete they can be, participating in the games is easy! Weekly Basketball and Volleyball games conveniently held adjacent to Campus in the Dempsey Social Hall, and many of our Pee Wee Soccer games will be hosted on site – on our new, state-of-the-art, sports field. Other games are hosted by Catholic Elementary schools in the area. Along with the weekly games, Junior Varsity and Varsity teams may also participate in various High School sponsored tournaments, as well as playoffs on the road to claiming the coveted Championship Title. Our sports program is coordinated by Administration and our Athletic Director, with support from our Dad's Club. Go Dolphins!
Pee Wee Soccer K-4th
Boys JV/Varsity 5th-8th
Girls JV/Varsity 5th-8th
Cross Country Meet
After School Teams
Catholic School Sports League Competitions
Music To Your Ears
Children Score With Our Music Programs.
We value the skills taught by Music and Art and we want all of our students to absorb the benefits during school hours and not just having to relying on afterschool classes. Like most music and art programs we start with the basics but unlike most we follow through with our curriculum from Preschool to 8th grade. We encourage our students to incorporate the creative arts in every subject and be inventive when working on projects.
Understanding & Application of Design Techniques
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Drums, and String Instruction
Utilization of Web Based Music Applications for iPad
Ensemble Performance, Music Theory Games, and Choir
Implementation of the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design
Cafe Nights with Student Music, Art, Drama, Dance, and Written Word
Development of Fine Motor Skills
For Our Faith, For Our Family, For Our Future.
As a Catholic school, Notre Dame Academy provides academic rigor taught in a faith based environment. Our students are faithful Catholic Christian Witnesses who strive to be diligent and lifelong learners. Our religious education program is not just a class, it is the reflection of our Catholic identity apparent in all that we do; we begin each day with morning prayer or school wide Mass, Catholic values are integrated throughout the day, #What Would Jesus Do, faith formation through religious study, and through the blessing of our three Sisters interacting with the students each day. The religious education of our students truly completes the education of the whole child – we teach the mind, the body and the soul.
Faith Based Learning
Weekly School Mass on Thursdays at 8am
School Mass for Holy Days of Obligation
Run by French Sisters On Campus
Faith Community & A Family Feel
Reconciliation for Grades 3-8 during Advent and Lent
Nurturing Christian Environment
Student Choir
1st Friday Adoration
Progressive Learning Approaches Lead The Way At NDA.
Technology integration is second nature our teachers at NDA. In the classroom, technology encompasses all kinds of tools from low-tech pencil and paper, to the use of presentation software, or high-tech iPads, online collaboration, digital portfolios, and more. The newest technologies allow our students to try things in physical and virtual classrooms that were never possible before. Our teachers are always finding creative and constructive ways to integrate technology into their lessons in order to prepare our students for the 21 st Century World.
Balanced STEAM Curriculum Preschool-8th Grade
After School Junior Mechanical Engineer Program
Multi-Media Project-Based Learning
Cross-Curricular Technology Integration
One-to- one iPads
Annual STEAM Expo
Participation Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair
Cyber Safety Explicit Instruction and Assemblies for Families and Students
Typing and Word Processing Instruction
ThoughtSTEM Enrichment Class After School
Progressive Tech Meets Tradition
Hands-On Science Learning
The students' day has the perfect balance of innovation and technology with tactile, traditional, and hands-on instruction. From one-to- one iPads to Socrative learning, NDA has it all.
Start Early With Our Preschool & Kinder Prep
Where Every Step Is Small, But Each One Is Significant.
The NDA Early Childhood program provides a solid foundation for nurturing the spiritual and academic development of each child. In a loving environment we hold the highest standards to ensure the success of each child in all areas of development. Our dedicated staff is committed to prepare the whole child for a life of faith and lifelong learning.
Learning to know and appreciate God's love for His creation.
Participation in Service
Developing a love for learning and a natural curiosity of the world through exploration
Fostering confidence and an inquisitive mind that excites the learning process
Foreign Language- French and Spanish
Kind Words About Us
NDA Is Committed To Developing A Well-Rounded, Highly Conscientious And Compassionate Individual...
"We knew NDA was the school for our daughter when seeing the Sisters interact with the children. Their love and commitment is evident and irrefutable. We love the combination of an academic and a faith focused environment. This loving combination is unmatched. I would tell my friends that NDA is committed to developing a well-rounded, highly conscientious and compassionate individual. The loving staff is focused on developing wonderful human beings."
Monica & Justin P. – Parents,
A Strong Moral Foundation For Our Kids...
"At NDA, we sincerely feel we are part of a larger family! In addition to the Catholic education with the lovely Sisters that help create a strong moral foundation for our kids, we love that the teachers and staff care about not only educating our kids scholastically, but are also sincerely intent on motivating our kids to be the best version of themselves in a variety of important ways, such as socially and benevolently."
G.G. B. – Parent,
NDA Is Not Just A School, It's A Place To Grow...
"NDA is not just a school, it's a place to grow and experience the world around you with not just your classmates, but with your "family" that has good Catholic values instilled in them."
Sal S. – Alumni Class of 2015,
NDA Is My Second Family...
"NDA is my second family, a community where I have developed lifelong friendships and learned invaluable lessons from mentors that will forever guide me into my future endeavors."
Isabella R. – Alumni Class of 2018,
Dedicated Teachers And Staff...
"We chose NDA because of its French program. Little did we know that we were picking a home away from home. Dedicated teachers and staff, a strong academic program, a safe environment, and a close group of friends make NDA a great school! "
Robbie B. – Parent,
Vigil Mass, 4:00pm (outside)
Mass: 9am,11am, 4:00pm (all outside)
Christian Witness Awards Presented
NDA Sports Report
2019 Powderpuff Tournament Runner-Ups!


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New Concept and Production Vehicles Debut at Detroit Auto Show
The Daily Auto Insider: 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) new vehicle introductions.
The first of three Press Days kicked off the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) with automotive manufacturers unveiling new production and concept vehicles in Detroit's Cobo Center, according to a news release.
The following vehicles were introduced on the first press day:
Worldwide Production Models:
2007 Ford Shelby GT500 Coupe and Convertible
2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Adrenalin
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV
2007 Saturn Vue Green Line Hybrid
2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV, EXT
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Worldwide Concepts:
Ford Reflex
Ford F-250 Super Chief
Infiniti Coupe Concept
Hyundai HCD9 Talus
Dodge Challenger Concept
Mercedes-Benz Vision GL 320 BLUETEC
Audi Sportjet
Mazda Kabura
The show opens to the public on Saturday, Jan. 14, and runs through Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006.