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Every State Should Be Working On A Doomsday Bill
by John Hawkins | February 27, 2012 7:19 am
This country is on track to go bankrupt and default on its debt within the next 10-15 years unless something changes drastically. It doesn't have to happen, but the Democratic Party seems to be adamantly opposed to doing anything to stop it because it would mean spending less money.
So, it's probably a good time for states to start making contingency plans because even after the federal government goes bankrupt, they will still have a responsibility to their citizens. Wyoming looks to be first up to the plate, but they shouldn't be the last[1]. Every state should be following Wyoming's example.
State representatives on Friday advanced legislation to launch a study into what Wyoming should do in the event of a complete economic or political collapse in the United States.
House Bill 85 passed on first reading by a voice vote. It would create a state-run government continuity task force, which would study and prepare Wyoming for potential catastrophes, from disruptions in food and energy supplies to a complete meltdown of the federal government.
The task force would look at the feasibility of Wyoming issuing its own alternative currency, if needed. And House members approved an amendment Friday by state Rep. Kermit Brown, R-Laramie, to have the task force also examine conditions under which Wyoming would need to implement its own military draft, raise a standing army, and acquire strike aircraft and an aircraft carrier.
The bill's sponsor, state Rep. David Miller, R-Riverton, has said he doesn't anticipate any major crises hitting America anytime soon. But with the national debt exceeding $15 trillion and protest movements growing around the country, Miller said Wyoming – which has a comparatively good economy and sound state finances – needs to make sure it's protected should any unexpected emergency hit the U.S.
…The bill must pass two more House votes before it would head to the Senate for consideration. The original bill appropriated $32,000 for the task force, though the Joint Appropriations Committee slashed that number in half earlier this week.
Is it worth spending $16,000 for a state to figure out what to do if the country goes to hell in a handbasket? At this point? You bet. Wyoming may not be able to stop the Democratic Party from taking America's economy on a Kamikaze mission it may never return from, but at least someone will be prepared to keep things going if it gets to that point.
Wyoming looks to be first up to the plate, but they shouldn't be the last: http://trib.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/wyoming-house-advances-doomsday-bill/article_af6e1b2b-0ca4-553f-85e9-92c0f58c00bd.html
Source URL: https://rightwingnews.com/economy/every-state-should-be-working-on-a-doomsday-bill/


The patio home scales back on effort, but not luxury.
In the nascent community of Memorial Green, set just off the road from which the gated neighborhood takes its name, are 85 spaces for the patio homes of tomorrow, 22 of them already spoken for. They're built up, not out—a dictate of post-Harvey planning—and hold grand staircases but also elevators, which is fitting for the demographic that's flocked here: convenience-seekers.
These empty-nesters and downsizers are drawn to the lock-and-leave lifestyle, ready to part with their yards and pools but not their way of life. They're people who want to walk their dogs but not mow their lawns, to live where a blowout or a Pilates class or a good cut of steak is always close. People like the Ferraris.
Two years ago John and Susan Ferrari traded their large home in Wilchester just west of the Beltway—the one they'd renovated and raised their children in—for a three-story custom build in this pocket paradise. A study in French country-chic, their new abode is stylish, cozy, and, best of all, manageable.
The nucleus is the kitchen, where everyone gathers around the enormous white Calacatta marble island. Its ceiling is painted "Peppercorn," with reclaimed wooden beams that span that room and an open-concept living space, where glamour is found in a fur-covered ottoman or Chanel matchstick box; warmth in light that floods through gargantuan, black-grille windows; and comfort in stacks of textured rugs, a soft place for Dixie the Boykin spaniel to curl up. Everywhere there are European antiques sourced from local shops (Renouveau, Joyce Horn, Back Row Home) and during vacations to Italy.
Susan is behind every inch of the interior design, from the 12-foot ceilings to the white oak floors. "It's just my passion," she says. Her favorite space is the formal dining room, with its sliding wooden doors, Murano chandelier, and table for 10, though the family takes most meals outside, in the extension off the living room.
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Inaugural ANNIKA Invitational Australasia Coming to New Zealand
Tony Korologos December 3, 2018 Posted in News
Famed Royal Wellington Golf Club Ready to Host Region's Top Girls, Event's Namesake
(ORLANDO, Fla.) – The ANNIKA Foundation – golf Hall-of-Famer Annika Sorenstam's charitable organization – will host the inaugural ANNIKA Invitational Australasia at Royal Wellington Golf Club in Wellington, New Zealand, Dec. 13-16.
The 54-hole, stroke-play event will welcome participants ages 12-18 from as far away as South Korea. It is the first ANNIKA Invitational to be played in the region, joining the global circuit of ANNIKA girls' tournaments held on four other continents – North America, South America, Europe and Asia. The top-three finishers in the ANNIKA Invitational Australasia will earn exemptions into the ANNIKA Invitational USA presented by Rolex at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla. (Jan. 18-21, 2019).
Players scheduled to compete include Grace Kim, the 2018 Golf Australia Order of Merit winner. With seven top-10 finishes in 2018, Kim has really been rounding into form of late, winning the gold medal in Buenos Aires at October's Youth Olympic Games and the Federal Women's Amateur Open Championship in November.
She will be challenged by a strong Kiwi contingent, led by Juliana Hung. A Youth Olympic Games participant, Hung has recorded six top-10 finishes this year, highlighted by wins at the Canterbury Stroke Play, New Zealand Women's Stroke Play Championship and South Island U19.
"I can't think of a better place to close out our 2018 season than New Zealand," says Annika, who has traveled more than 60,000 miles this year to support ANNIKA Foundation tournaments. "It's such a gorgeous country, and Royal Wellington has an impressive tournament pedigree. Many thanks to New Zealand Golf, The R&A, Mastercard, Rolex, Cutter & Buck, AHEAD and Callaway for their support in bringing our Foundation's 'More Than Golf' mission Down Under."
While onsite, Annika will headline a gala dinner for competitors, as well as lead a skills clinic focusing on both on-course and off-course tips for success.
Host of the 2017 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, Royal Wellington is widely regarded as one of the finest members' golf clubs in the Southern Hemisphere. Women have played a strong role in the club's history – it was co-founded by a woman, its founding committee featured equal numbers of men and women, and the women's committee selected the club colors. This progressive history makes it an ideal inaugural venue for the ANNIKA Invitational Australasia. A further glimpse at the club and New Zealand can be seen in this short video.
ANNIKA Foundation tournaments complementing the ANNIKA Invitational Australasia are the ANNIKA Invitational USA presented by Rolex, the ANNIKA Invitational Europe (Sweden), ANNIKA Invitational Mission Hills (China) and, in association with the R&A, ANNIKA Invitational Latin America (Argentina). The Foundation also runs the ANNIKA Cup, ANNIKA Intercollegiate presented by 3M and bestows the prestigious ANNIKA Award presented by 3M to NCAA Division I's best female golfer.
Since the inaugural Foundation tournament – the 2009 ANNIKA Invitational USA – 32 ANNIKA event alumnae have earned LPGA cards. Twenty-four alumnae competed in the 2018 ANA Inspiration.
For more information, please visit www.annikafoundation.org.
About the ANNIKA Foundation
Annika created the ANNIKA Foundation (www.annikafoundation.org) to provide opportunities in women's golf at the junior, collegiate and professional levels while teaching young people the importance of living a healthy, active lifestyle through fitness and nutrition. The Foundation has partnered with key organizations to promote healthy, active lifestyles for children, including SPARK, Florida Hospital for Children in support of its Healthy 100 Kids initiative and The First Tee in development of the Nine Healthy Habits curriculum for children.
It annually conducts six major golf events for aspiring junior girls: the ANNIKA Invitational USA presented by Rolex at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla.; ANNIKA Invitational at Mission Hills in China; ANNIKA Invitational Europe and ANNIKA Cup in Sweden; and, in association with the R&A, the ANNIKA Invitational Latin America in Argentina and ANNIKA Invitational Australasia in New Zealand. In 2013, the Foundation's reach extended to the collegiate ranks with the ANNIKA Award presented by 3M (awarded to most outstanding female NCAA Division I golfer) and ANNIKA Intercollegiate presented by 3M (12 team, 54-hole event in Minnesota). SPARK grants to schools, financial support of Healthy 100 Kids, endowing an AJGA ACE Grant, and the "Share My Passion" Golf Clinics are other areas of emphasis.
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The Netherlands: wide political consensus against sugar tax
A broad consensus against the introduction of a sugar tax in the Netherlands has emerged from parties across the political spectrum. Asked about their position on the issue following the debate in the...
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An article from the BBC warns the public about the collateral effects of the UK sugar tax, announced by the Government this March it should see daylight starting April 2018. According to the UK's o...
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German Food Minister Schmidt says no to UK-style Sugar Tax
According to an article from Die Welt, the Federal Minister for Food, Christian Schmidt (CSU) rejects a tax on sugary drinks based on the model announced by the British Government on March 16 2016....
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UK "anti-consumer" Sugar Tax could cost £1 billion to set up
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Why the UK Sugar Tax will fail to hit the mark
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How To Save Big On Road Trips
It's that time of year again – road trip season! Now that travel is slowly starting again, consumers are looking for ways to save money. Personal finance sites such as MyBankTracker suggests that planning ahead is likely the best way to keep your wallet happy. The personal finance site recommends these strategies to help consumers save in its newest edition of How to Save on the Costs of a Road Trip.
Planning Can Help Save the Most
Maintenance – Get a maintenance check if you're driving a personal vehicle. The cost of a check is likely much lower than that of abreakdown and tow.
Food – Brown bag a few meals and snacks, this could be healthier and less expensive than fast food.
Attractions – Look for bundle discounts or coupons online; if the road trip is to visit national parks, consider the $80 "America the Beautiful" annual pass instead of paying individual entrance fees.
Lodging – Camping is typically the go-to for road trips; this strategy can be less expensive than a hotel — even with the cost of rental camping gear, but be sure to make a reservation in advance.
Utilize Travel Credit Card Perks
Redeem credit card points – Use the points, but wisely! Some of the best travel credit card rewards programs allow points to be redeemed for a bonus value — or may be worth more if transferred to hotel loyalty programs. Think more free nights!
Auto rental collision coverage – Check what's covered by credit card insurance, many make you eligible for reimbursement to cover collision or theft damage so you can decline the waiver from the rental company.
Roadside assistance – Some pay for services like tows, flat tires, fuel delivery and more.
Trip cancellation/interruption –This perk can provide a refund for prepaid, non-refundable expenses paid on the card. On a road trip, this will likely extend to lodging and scheduled tours.
"It's fun to be spontaneous, but not as fun for your bank account," notes Simon Zhen, senior research analyst for the financial comparison site. "Rental cars are getting harder to find, flight prices are increasing, and gas prices continue to be elevated. The best cost-saving strategy is to plan at least a part of your trip in advance."
About MyBankTracker
MyBankTracker is owned and operated by QuinStreet, Inc., a leader in providing performance marketplace technologies and services to the financial services and home services industries. QuinStreet is a pioneer in delivering online marketplace solutions to match searchers with brands in digital media. The company is committed to providing consumers with the information and tools they need to research, find and select the products and brands that meet their needs. MyBankTracker is a member of QuinStreet's expert research and publishing division.
MyBankTracker is an independent comparison website helping consumers make smart banking and financial decisions. The mission is to match consumers to their perfect bank by providing and tracking in-depth information on more than 5,000 banks, credit unions and financial products. Using a combination of technology and money management expertise, MyBankTracker provides personal finance comparison tools and educates consumers to optimize their relationships with banks and lenders.
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Women's History Month Road Trip
CELEBRATE WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH AT SITES THROUGHOUT THE U.S.
Curated by the Holiday Rambler® Brand
This March, Women's History Month is the ideal time to pack up the RV and delve into the history-making impact women have had on the United States for hundreds of years.
Exploring several Women's History Month stops is comfortable and easy in a Holiday Rambler. Holiday Rambler motorhomes are known for their innovation, quality, and value, and have received numerous industry awards.
The 2021 Nautica model from Holiday Rambler just earned Best New Model from RV Pro and Top RV Debut from RVBusiness. Nautica is a Class A Diesel motorhome that is less than 40', and is built on a Freightliner Custom Chassis®. While the Nautica is shorter in length, it still boasts a roomy interior with lots of storage. Amenities include an electric fireplace, stainless steel appliances, pantry storage and full-extension drawers, a master bedroom suite with a skylight shower, and an exterior entertainment center with a 50" LED TV.
Holiday Rambler is a brand within REV Recreation Group, Inc., which is a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc. For more information, visit their website.
Each 'Women's History Stop' has been researched but, due to COVID-19, be sure to call ahead to confirm hours of operation and secure tickets, since many sites require advance reservations. There are additional museums and sites that honor remarkable women but many, such as the Rosa Parks Museum, are closed or have gone virtual. For in-person travel, please be safe – wear a mask, practice social distancing, and wash hands frequently.
Statue of Liberty, New York, NY
The Statue of Liberty is one of the country's oldest and most famous women. At a graceful 305' tall, she is a towering symbol of American freedom. The statue was sculpted by French artist Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi and gifted to the United States by France in 1875 to commemorate the countries' alliance during the American Revolution. In her right hand, Lady Liberty holds a torch above her head. In her left hand, she carries a tablet inscribed with JULY IV MDCCLXXVI (July 4, 1776 in Roman numerals), the date of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
The statue can be viewed from various vantage points along the Hudson River. For an up-close- and-personal look, take the ferry that departs from Battery Park to Liberty Island where the Statue of Liberty stands.
RVers can stay overnight at Liberty Harbor RV, which also delivers views of the Statue of Liberty and is next to Liberty Harbor Marina.
New-York Historical Society Museum & Library, New York, NY
The New-York Historical Society includes a Center for Women's History with a plethora of exhibits, information, and artifacts from women who have shaped the United States.
"Women's Voices" is a multimedia digital installation that includes profiles of: Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina Supreme Court Justice; Barbara McClintock, a Nobel Prize-winning scientist; Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to receive a medical degree in the U.S; Misty Copeland, a trailblazing dancer and principal ballerina; and Chien-Shiung Wu, the Manhattan Project physicist who was snubbed by the Nobel Prize committee.
Women's Rights National Historical Park, Seneca Falls, NY
The fight for women's right to vote began in upstate New York with the suffrage movement. In July 1848, two brave and determined women, Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, organized the first Women's Rights Convention with approximately 200 women in attendance at Wesleyan Chapel.
At the Women's Rights National Historical Park, "meet" the five women who organized the convention and Sojourner Truth, a former slave who became an abolitionist and women's rights activist. Learn more about the convention, its organizers, and what they thought would happen after the convention.
Outside, the park includes Wesleyan Chapel (where the convention was held), the homes of three suffragists (Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Jane Hunt, and Mary Ann M'Clintock), and Declaration Park & Waterwall, which features the text and signers of the Declaration of Sentiments. The Declaration was written by Stanton to protest women's inferior legal status and included 11 resolutions for equal rights.
Be sure to check the park's website to experience one of the many ranger talks (conducted outdoors) about the pivotal events that happened on the park's grounds.
RVers can spend the night at Hejamada Campground & RV Park, nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of upstate New York.
The National Susan B. Anthony House & Museum, Rochester, NY
Susan B. Anthony can be considered one of the world's greatest revolutionaries. She dedicated 50 years of her life to the women's suffrage movement and was arrested for voting in the 1872 Presidential election in Rochester. After a two-day trial in 1873, she was convicted and sentenced to pay a fine of $100 and court costs. The museum shares Anthony's inspiring story and preserves her National Historic Landmark home, which was the headquarters for the National American Woman Suffrage Association during her time as president of the organization.
She died at age 86 in 1906 after giving her "Failure is Impossible" speech in Boston.
RVers can spend the night at Southwoods RV Resort about 30 minutes from Rochester.
Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum, Washington, D.C.
Born 200 years ago in 1821, Clara Barton's humanitarian legacy continues today with the American Red Cross. In 1881, at age 59, she founded the American Red Cross and led it for 23 years.
Prior to establishing the Red Cross in the United States, Barton dedicated years of her life to the soldiers of the Civil War. She initially began by collecting much-needed supplies and later traveled to the front to deliver them and provide assistance in any way she could. Barton put herself in constant danger as she went to the major battles of the war to nurse, comfort, and care for wounded men. For her constant self-sacrifice, she came to be known as the "Angel of the Battlefield."
After the Civil War, Barton established the Missing Soldiers Office to locate Union soldiers who hadn't returned home. She and her team initiated searches on behalf of the women who were looking for their lost husbands or sons. Barton and her team wrote more than 100 letters a day to contacts in the U.S. Army and family and friends of the missing. By December 1868, she and her team had located more than 22,000 missing soldiers.
Visit the preserved rooms where Barton lived and worked during the Civil War and where she and her team spent thousands of hours in the Missing Soldiers Office.
RVers can spend the night at Cherry Hill Park that offers full hook-up sites.
Arlington National Cemetery, Washington, D.C.
Just outside of D.C., Arlington National Cemetery is worth a visit since a number of pioneering women have been honored with a burial at the Cemetery.
Lt. Ollie Bennett was the first female medical officer commissioned in the U.S. Army. During World War I when she joined the Army as a contract surgeon, she was told there were no uniforms for female surgeons, so she had to design one herself. (Section 10, Grave 10938-LH)
On February 14, 1870, Seraph Young became, according to many accounts, the first woman in the United States to vote under a women's equal suffrage law. Two days earlier, Utah (then a U.S. territory) had passed legislation granting women the right to vote. Young, a schoolteacher, became the first woman to cast a ballot when she exercised her newly granted right in a Salt Lake City local election. (Section 13, Grave 89-A)
Major General Marcelite Jordan Harris retired in 1997 as the highest-ranking female officer in the Air Force and the highest ranking African American woman in the Department of Defense. A graduate of Spelman Academy, she was commissioned in 1965, rising through the ranks to become the first African American female brigadier general in the Air Force in 1991. Many of her assignments represented "firsts" for women in the Air Force. (Section 30, Grave 621)
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historic Park, Church Creek, MD
Harriet Tubman, who was born into slavery in Maryland and escaped to freedom in Philadelphia, is the Underground Railroad's best-known conductor. She risked her life many times, returning to Maryland to rescue at least 70 enslaved people, including her parents, brothers, family members, and friends. After the American Civil War broke out, her bravery continued as she became an armed scout and spy for the Union Army. In her later years, Tubman was an activist in the movement for women's suffrage.
To see where Tubman was born, lived, labored, and where she fled from, follow the scenic, self-guided driving tour of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway that includes 45 sites. The Byway winds 125 miles through the beautiful landscapes and waterscapes of Maryland's Eastern Shore and continues for 98 miles through Delaware before ending in Philadelphia. A free map and audio guide are available on the Byway website.
On the Byway, don't miss the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historic Park in Church Creek, MD, to learn about Tubman's life and how her upbringing equipped her with essential outdoor skills that allowed her to successfully lead dozens of people out of slavery.
RVers can spend that night at Fort Whaley Campground with a variety of amenities, including a private pool, dog park, and catch-and-release lake.
Helen Keller Birthplace, Tuscumbia, AL
The life of Helen Keller was full of hard struggles and amazing accomplishments. When Keller was just 19 months, she suffered a severe illness that left her blind and deaf. When she was six years old, her parents hired Anne Mansfield Sullivan as her teacher. Sullivan, who had partial vision, was 20 years old and a graduate of the Perkins School for the Blind. Miraculously, in less than a month, Sullivan was able to reach Keller through sign language and open the world to her.
Keller became one of history's remarkable women. She dedicated her life to improving the conditions of blind and the deaf-blind around the world, lecturing in more than 25 countries. Wherever she appeared, she brought courage to millions of blind people.
When visiting Keller's birthplace, do not miss the water pump where Keller had her life-changing breakthrough. While cool water gushed over Keller's hand, Sullivan spelled "water" into her other hand. Suddenly, Keller connected the spelled word with the flowing liquid. Keller immediately began touching the elements around her, wanting to learn their names. Keller's home includes her complete library of Braille books, her original Braille typewriter, plus mementos and gifts from her travels around the world.
RVers can spend the night at Heritage Acres RV Park in Tuscumbia.
National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, Fort Worth, TX
The National Cowgirl Museum is the only museum in the world to honor the courageous, resilient, and independent women who helped shape the West. Hands-on activities for adults and children, along with computer-enhanced archival photographs, bring these trail-blazing women and the rough-and-tumble time to life. Through a hologram, hear from sharpshooter Annie Oakley and learn about the Wild West Shows that traveled the globe from the 1880s to the early 20th century.
Be sure to visit the Hall of Fame that honors modern-day cowgirl Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, along with the winningest female roper in the world, an American equestrian and Olympic show jumping medalist, a cowboy hat designer, and a country music superstar.
RVers can spend the night at Sandy Lake RV Resort. The resort offers pull thru sites, sites with concrete patios, a fitness center, swimming pool, and dog park.
Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum, Atchison, KS
Amelia Earhart demonstrated that the sky's the limit for women. She was the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean and the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to the U.S. mainland. During her flight to circumnavigate the globe, Earhart disappeared on July 2, 1937 somewhere over the Pacific. She was just 39 years old. As a champion for women in aviation, Earhart was instrumental in the formation of The Ninety-Nines, an organization for female pilots.
Visit her childhood home on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River to get a glimpse of life inside the Earhart family. Another Earhart attraction is an earthwork portrait of the aviator created in 1997 by Kansas artist Stan Herd. Made from plantings, stone, and other natural materials, the one-acre portrait is on a hillside overlooking Warnock Lake. A viewing deck is on a nearby hilltop.
RVers can spend the night at Basswood Resort, a beautifully secluded spot with modern amenities.
Sacajawea Interpretive, Cultural & Educational Center, Salmon, ID
This center pays tribute to Sacagawea (c. 1788 – 1812) and her important contributions to the team that surveyed the Louisiana Purchase and Pacific Northwest. Sacagawea was a bi-lingual Shoshone woman who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery expedition in 1805–1806. Her skills as a translator were invaluable, along with her intimate knowledge of the difficult terrain. Remarkably, Sacagawea made the arduous exploration while caring for her infant son, Jean-Baptiste, who had been born just two months earlier.
The Interpretive Center is part of a 71-acre park that includes a bronze statue of Sacagawea holding Jean-Baptiste and two scenic walking trails.
RVers can spend the night at Elk Bend RV Park located on a scenic Western drive. The area is famous for its abundant wildlife – elk, eagles, bighorn sheep, deer, and mountain goats.
Bennington Museum, Bennington, VT
While the museum is closed during Women's History Month, it is reopening April 2 – just a few days after the month officially concludes.
Anna Mary Robertson "Grandma" Moses (1860–1961) started painting in her seventies and within years was one of America's most famous artists. Moses, known as a folk artist, painted scenes of rural life that captured an idyllic, bygone era of the United States.
The Bennington Museum has the largest public collection of paintings by Grandma Moses and a collection of artifacts from her life, including an 18-century tilt-top table she used as her painting table and her paint-stained apron. In addition, the museum is now home to the schoolhouse where she studied as a child.
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Craftsmanship with Capability
By Emily Bunn x Vaughn Lowery
Reimagined after 70 years of innovation and improvement, the newest model of Land Rover's Defender 110 honors the company's history of creating safe and reliable vehicles, with a new-found attention to detail and design for the 21st century.
At CES 2021, Chief Design Officer of Land Rover, Gerry McGovern, spoke about the Defender 110 and said,
"The new Defender is respectful of its past but is not harnessed by it …. This is a new Defender for a New Age. Its unique personality is accentuated by its distinctive silhouette and optimum proportions, which make it both highly desirable and seriously capable – a visually compelling 4×4 that wears its design and engineering integrity with uncompromised commitment."
Whether you're off-roading, looking to pick up some necessary lockdown supplies, or traveling to see friends and family, the Defender promises to get you to your destination safely. Here at 360 Magazine, we recently took the luxurious yet rambunctious 2021 Land Rover Defender for a test drive, and were impressed by the car's capabilities and curb appeal. We took the vehicle out for a spin to retrieve must needed supplies from various retailers including Home Depot, PetSmart, and Michael's Art Supplies, shoot emerging recording artist LaJUNE, and pop in on my son and mother after they recovered from COVID-19 for some much needed fun. During all of these getaways, the Defender's breaks dug deep into the asphalt at stop signs and hugged tight corners. All of the passengers felt safe and secure in the vehicle which operated with control and ease throughout all of our adventures.
Other recently released vehicles– such as the Mercedes Benz G Class, Toyota 4Runner, and Jeep Grand Cherokee– all pale in comparison to the Defender's sleek design and driving capability, crafted with commitment to your safety and pleasure.
The Defender's doesn't put style over substance as its incredible capabilities match its dazzling curb appeal. Immediately upon viewing the available Indus Silver, Gondwana Stone, or Pangea Green paint jobs shine with a glimmer of affluence and sophistication and compliment the vehicle's constructivist, modular interior. A magnesium cross bar beam has been installed both for its reductive design and durability that it grants to the vehicle's body. Beautiful alpine lights in the rear of the vehicle allow for an open-air design from floor to roof. The large panoramic sunroof in the car cabin makes the vehicle feel even more spacious by letting in even more light.
Additionally, the second row of origami seats can fold down to allow even more room inside the car cabin. With these seats folded down, the Defender 110 offers a total storage capacity of 78.8 cubic feet, or 36.2 cubic feet with the second row of seats positioned upright. Deep pockets on the back doors, baskets on the side doors, and a lockable 1.5-gallon glove box each allow for easy access to storage inside the vehicle.
Designed to maximize storage, users can lift up the floor to reveal a hidden storage bin equipped with a tool kit. In the trunk, a clip-in, textured floor design designed for rugged use covers the floor and the backs of all of the seats. This load space lets users transport the treasures and grit of your outdoor adventures, and can be hosed off or machined washed once arrived at your destination.
As you're cruising down the road, the car's all terrain, blackout tires will transport you on a smooth ride to any destination you can dream of, and in case of emergency, a full-size spare tire is mounted on the rear of the vehicle. The wheels come in several available sizes (in): 18 x 8.0, 18 x 8.0, 20 x 8.5, 22 x 9.0. Additionally, the rear of the vehicle possesses advanced tow assist and an ultra-strong tow hitch receiver with a maximum towing capacity of 8,201 lbs.
The new Land Rover Defender 110 offers the world's first dual-modem, dual eSIM design, manufactured to enhance efficiency and function. Furnished with the Pivi Pro infotainment system in the vehicle's dashboard, the system alerts drivers with Software-Over-The-Air (SOTA) updates, and lets users stream music and operate applications with CloudCar technology. CloudCar technology allows for drivers to safely and seamlessly incorporate their digital lives into their driving– drivers can dial into meetings, store calendar invites, and stream music services like Spotify, TuneIn, and Deezer with ease.
Further, a 10-inch high-resolution touchscreen allows drivers precise control over the vehicle with a digital speedometer display. Everything a driver needs to adjust is easily accessible. Other capabilities include driver assist, advanced off road, and standard off road standard packs. This model also offers Bluetooth, Android audio, and Apple CarPlay, so you can stay connected with those you hold close, no matter how far away they are.
And if you are embarking on an ambitious road trip to see your far-away family? The Defender 110 offers six standard speakers, or an optional Meridian sound system with subwoofers, so you can keep the beats bumping. Wherever you go, Smart Voice Guidance technology will optimize routing to get you to your destination most efficiently.
The Defender is equipped with AC power, so you can power accessories (such as a cooler) from remote locations. Wherever you go, the advanced technology and luxurious experience of driving of Land Rover Defender 110 stays with you.
Equipped with all-wheel drive, this off-road vehicle can handle all landscapes. The Defender's auto-functionally Terrain Response 2 and ClearSight Ground View technologies can recognize different types of outdoors terrain and adjust the vehicle accordingly. Whether you are driving through the desert or tundra, the Defender promises the same deluxe driving experience. With a built-in hydraulics system, the Defender is able to be raised or lowered over whatever external grit you encounter, protecting the vehicle and its occupants against a single scratch. The Defender's Response 2 technology grants intelligent off-road technology to drivers, optimizing traction in various outdoors environments.
Beneath the hood, the Defender is equipped with both dual turbocharged and supercharged Inline 6 engines, and a 48-volt hybrid system. The Defender offers a permanent magnet electric motor. With such a powerful system, the Defender can put out 396 peak horsepower at 5,500rpm, and 406 pound-feet of torque at 2,000-5,000rpm. The vehicle also boasts an 8-speed automatic transmission and dual-range gearbox. The fuel economy of the Defender is also impressive, with 1t MPG in the city, or 20 MGP on the highway. The 2021 Land Rover Defender is expedition ready wherever you wish to go, while assuring that safety and comfort come along for the ride.
Engineered without compromise, the Defender commits to the utmost safety of its users. Land Rover's 2021 Defender comes with driver assist, which includes emergency braking, lane keep assist, traffic sign recognition, cruise control, speed limiter functions, driver condition monitors, and front and rear parking aids. The vehicle's 3D Surround Camera system, developed with Bosch, is equipped with four wide-angle HD Cameras that provide a 190-degree field of view– a 50-degree wider field of vision when compared to traditional rear-view mirrors. This system includes a 3G bits/s video backbone and 14 ultrasonic sensors, which makes backing up into the smallest of spots effortless. Even if your trunk is full, the Defender is equipped with a digital rear-view mirror for increased visibility.
Best of all seat pretensions and front-impact, side-impact, and overhead airbags have been installed to protect passenger's heads and torsos in case of a crash. To further ensure the safety of its occupants, the Defender protects its passengers with a security system designed to anticipate and detect unwanted vehicle intrusion.
Ergonomics x Additional Features
At a modest MSRP of $62,250, the Defender offers luxury and sophistication to anyone ready to get behind its wheel. Upon purchase, there are four optional accessories packs that allow users to specifically tailor their Defender experience: the Explorer Pack, Adventure Pack, Country Pack, or Urban Pack. The Land Rover Defender 110 drives users to experience new landscapes of life, during a time while everyone else is staying inside. Accoutered with a pop-up roof tent accessory, the Defender is ready to travel with you wherever you go, whether it be on an outdoors expedition or just a short trip to the grocery store.
The Land Rover Defender 110 model will be released for sale in the U.S. in early 2021.
LAND ROVER LAUNCHES 'DEFENDER ABOVE & BEYOND SERVICE AWARDS' TO HONOR U.S. ORGANIZATIONS MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR COMMUNITY
Reflecting the seven decades of Land Rover, U.S. non-profits will be awarded a customized Land Rover Defender to empower them to further their efforts in helping those around them
Through July 27, 2021, Land Rover will be accepting video nominations here for organizations making a difference
Organizations must be U.S.-based 501(c)(3)1non-profits whose efforts fall within the seven categories outlined in the program
For information and rules3on the 'Defender Above & Beyond Service Awards,' please visit Land Rover's website or follow @LandRoverUSA on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter
Across seven decades, Land Rover vehicles have earned a unique place in the hearts of humanitarian agencies across the world. The Defender continues this legacy and maintains its standing as a vehicle purpose-built for service. Inspired by the endless acts of service across the U.S. from extraordinary citizens this past year, Land Rover announced the launch of the 'Defender Above & Beyond Service Awards' to celebrate U.S.-based charitable organizations that are making a positive impact in their local community. To honor the 70-year history of the brand, Land Rover will award a specially outfitted Defender to seven organizations to help further their charitable efforts.
Organizations must be U.S.-based 501(c)(3)1 non-profits whose efforts fall within the seven categories below:
Coastal and Marine Conservation
Urban Improvement
Entrants can nominate a non-profit charity or non-profits can nominate themselves here by filling out the entry form and submitting an up to three-minute video that shares what your charity is about, how it addresses a need in your community and how the Land Rover Defender will help to further your effort.
Starting with Search and Rescue and Coastal and Marine Conservation, Land Rover will call for entries through Wednesday, April 7, 2021 before opening submissions for the next categories. Once selected by a panel of qualified judges, finalists' videos will be posted on their website for public voting before submissions for the next categories take place. All winners will be announced on September 2, 2021. To view submission deadlines for each category, please visit their website.
"Defender vehicles have been used for various humanitarian causes around the world for decades and with its recent return to the U.S., we wanted to expand on that legacy with 'The Defender Above & Beyond Service Awards' and celebrate organizations that know the value of community and drive to do great things with them," said Joe Eberhardt, President & CEO, Jaguar Land Rover North America. "Over this past year, we have been inspired by the endless acts of service from people who embody the Above and Beyond spirit of Land Rover, and we're excited to reward these individuals with new customized Defender vehicles so they can continue to help those around them."
With a nod to the historic Land Rover Defender, the New Defender is the toughest and most capable Land Rover vehicle yet, combining a new body structure with all-new technologies and legendary engineering to create a Defender fit for the 21st century. The 2021 Land Rover Defender 110 is on sale now in the U.S. and is priced from $50,5002, the Defender 90 body style is also on sale now in the U.S. and priced from $46,1002. Configure your Defender on their website.
For information on the Land Rover 'Defender Above & Beyond Service Awards', please visit Land Rover's website or follow them on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Organizations must be a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in one of the seven (7) Categories specified, be approved by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt, charitable organization as of March 9, 2021, and maintain its tax-exempt status (i.e., good standing) until the end of the Contest Period. The 501(c)(3) must be a public charity or a private operating foundation, but not a private foundation.
All prices shown are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Excludes $1,350 destination and delivery, tax, title, license, and retailer fees, all due at signing, and optional equipment. Retailer price, terms and vehicle availability may vary. See your local authorized Land Rover Retailer for details.
Information, submission deadlines, rules on the 'Defender Above & Beyond Service Awards,' can be found here.
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By Alexandria Baiz × Vaughn Lowery
Fredericksburg, Texas the destination of historical sites and culture welcomes us. With the hidden treasures of food, wine and goods the Texas Hill Country is a must-visit.
Beginning with a stay at the one and only Hanger Hotel. This hotel has a WWII hangar of the romantic 1940's to it's design with fine woods and custom carpets. Famous for the Observation Deck on the second floor with views adjacent to the airport to see the planes come and go from one end of the runway to the end.
Later a stop to the Pioneer Museum Complex preserved from the 19th century German Pioneer days. In the mid-1840s Germans faced every obstacle to come to Texas and create a unique German colony in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. The Museum strives to preserve and tell this story. With a combination museum and historical site, it reaches over 3.5 acres on Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg.
Dinner at Das Peach Haus that houses delicious jams, jellies and sauces made by Fischer and Wieser Speciality Foods. The Historic roadside fruit stand offers gourmet products with unique flavor combinations. The Tasting Room offers tastings from two Texas wineries, which change out every two months. Vintage wines are paired with international assortment of cured meats and cheeses. Fischer and Wieser include more than 70-award-winning products, which each inspire culinary adventures around the world by being able to purchase online.
Clear River Ice Cream and Bakery does things differently with hot-from-the-oven baked goods, homemade ice cream and house deli. Homemade ice cream with high-quality ingredients has been voted as the third best ice cream in Texas. For a bite to eat the deli and salad selection is notable with house favorites like the Chipotle Ranch Chicken Wrap. Fresh baked goods can satisfy any sweet tooth with an Apple Strudel, Peach Cobbler and everything in between.
Tour at the George H.W. Bush Gallery at The National Museum of the Pacific War dedicated exclusively to telling the story of the Pacific Theater in World War II. The Museum is noted for its historic materials with iconic elements of the Pacific War era. Guided tours debut the newly renovated Pacific Combat Zone, a realistic environment for a deep understanding of the momentous struggle between Allied Forces and Japanese forces.
For lunch we enjoy an Arts District Stroll through the Peach Tree Gift Gallery and Tea Room. With the Cottage style restaurant, you will find a combination of fresh, homemade breads, soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts. For over 39 years this family owned business has been a destination in Fredericksburg, because of the seasonal fruits and vegetables they use.
After lunch, we took an art tour through the streets of Fredericksburg to meet with the area's top galleries. Insight Gallery represents the cities artists and sculptors that today work on landscape, figurative, impressionistic, still life, wildlife and western art. The Good ART Company is beautiful with a contemporary fusion in a restored 4,000+ square foot historical building with high ceilings and limestone walls. The gallery features an array of genres with some of the best regional, national, and international artists. Koch Gallery owned and operated by Bert E. Koch a trader/broker for traditional, contemporary and modern Native American Art. For over 30 years it continues its long tradition of providing important works of art from all major cultural regions in North America. Artisans Gallery makes your artistic dreams reality with unique pieces that come in every medium, size and price range. RS Hanna a jewel for fine arts with original works of acclaimed artists. Workings range from oil, watercolor, bronze and wood. Gallery 330 is the newest addition to the art scene representing contemporary established artists whose works include sculpture, painting and prints, serigraphs and watercolors.
The Holiday Wine Trail takes us to Texas's countryside to travel along Wine Road 290 with visit to award winning wineries.
The trail begins at Stout's Trattoria at Grape Creek Vineyards a 100-acre vineyard estate. With oaks and vines surrounding the tasting rooms there is a romantic Tuscan setting that is truly unforgettable. The Vineyards have won over 100 medals in the last two years for their wines.
In the heart of the Texas Hill Country, 4.0 Cellars offers a relaxing and elegant setting to discover the infamous Texas Wines. In a private tasting room we enjoy a wine and chocolate pairing. With four award-winning chocolate truffles from local chocolatier with four carefully selected dry red wines.
Dinner at August E's, known for it's organic produce and superb local suppliers. August E inspired by his Thai roots and years in various culinary pursuits throughout the world has created a Nouveau Texas Cuisine. Utilizing ingredients like: Niman ranch Natural Premium Aged Angus steaks and local farmers fruits and vegetables year round. Menu specials change seasonally based on the creative mood of Chef Leu like duck from Maple Leaf Farms and Sashimi Grade Fish.
A favorite in the Texas Hill, we enjoy dinner at Otto's German Bistro. Menu changes weekly with the season so each visit is an exciting adventure. Dedicated to local, organic produce ingredients that are always fresh and the highest quality.
We enjoy breakfast at Java Ranch a locally owned coffee stop. The ranch serves the finest hot or iced coffee drinks anywhere including lattes, cappuccinos, Hill Country roasted brewed coffee, Americanos and mochas. To start the day off we dive in a breakfast taco or kolaches, house favorites.
We take a visit to the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park for a "Texas style" morning. During his administration, Johnson signed more education bills into law than any other president. In respect to that we see his first school where he signed the landmark Elementary and Secondary Education act of 1965. Other stops include the family cemetery and the LBJ Ranch Show.
In the afternoon we endow in lunch and a beer tasting at Altstadt Brewery Fredericksburg's newest brewery an authentic Bavarian brewery. Dedicated to creating the purest drinking beers the 120-acre old world destination features a fine dining restaurant, brewery tours and a beautiful venue. Brewery exclusives include traditional brews like Schwarzbier, a traditional German "Black Beer."
With over 150 specialty shops, shopping is one of the primary reasons visitors come to Fredericksburg. In store we see everything from clothing, upscale home accessories, to unique collectibles and more perfect items for holiday shopping. Blackchalk Home and Laundry originally an old laundromat had been transformed into an electric home goods store. The hip store features gifts, kitchen goods, and one of a kind rugs. The infamous Christmas Store open year round specializes in collectibles. For collectors, this store is paradise with Department 56 miniature villages and Christopher Radko blown glass ornaments. The Hill Country Outfitters and The Grasshopper offer products to fit the hill country lifestyle in downtown Fredericksburg. Brands like Ugg and The North Face are housed in the Outfitters. The Narrow Path Tasting Room inside is an intimate space with French cafe feelings in the air.
To continue the Holiday Wine Trail, a stop at Signor Vineyard in the rolling hills of Central Texas. Where the Pedernales River meets Grape Creek, established by a friendship spanning three generations of two Texas families. Their focus is growing premium varietal fruit with soulful wines reflective of the unique terroir.
Our stay is perfect timing for the Fredericksburg's 61st Annual Holiday Home Tour. A self guided tour showcasing unique local homes decorated in their holiday finest. With more than 22 vendors each year selling personal gifts, homemade foods and holiday items.
For dinner we dine at Navajo Grill, which encompasses an unusual blend of Hill Country craftsman design. Enjoying Southern cuisine composed with old and New Mexican flavors with a touch of Creole & Caribbean influences. Specialties like the Sunday Chicken Fried Steak dinner are served with housemade sauces and dressings.
After dinner drinks at Elk Store Winery & Distillery. Since 1895 the business has carried a family tradition that pays homage to the spirit of realizing the American Dream. In the footsteps of their great grandfather Todd Smajstrla along with Scott Hladky, produced moonshine, gin, rum, and whiskey. Since then, the business serves Incredible wines from all over the world. Along with small batches of handmade liquors by the bottle or cocktails.
Dinner at Rathskeller a full-service breakfast, lunch and dinner spot in downtown Fredericksburg. The menu selection is extremely versatile featuring German dishes and daily specials. On Friday and Saturday nights enjoy live music that house the restaurant.
Nothing better than the taste of handmade tortillas for breakfast at Hilda's Tortillas. Hilda's is a small family owned and operated business. Specializing in authentic Mexican fare their breakfast tacos and burritos are a must try. Twice a week 300 or more pounds of tortilla chips are produced within the restaurant.
For some fresh air we bike the quiet country backroads with Jack and Adams Bicycles. At Jack and Adams you can rent out Road, Tri-bike, Cruisers and even kid bicycles and accessories from a variety of brands. The Hill Country scenes with its rolling hills and panoramic views, is considered the cycling capital of Texas.
In addition to the speciality shops we visited above there is a collection of shops specializing in different festive treats. Emma + Ollie bakeshop takes classic treats we grew up loving and elevated them. The shop prides themselves on using only fresh ingredients; no processed foods, no artificial sweeteners, just pure dessert. The founder Rebecca Rather wanted the shop to feel as if customers stepped into an upscaled version of their own grandma's kitchen. Chocolat store creator, Lecia Duke, was the first to introduce European-Style, liquid centered chocolate in the U.S. The truffle chocolates are of course a house favorite as the delicate shell gives way to the pure liquid flavor casades in your mouth. In addition there is also colette's, creams, silk fudges, nut clusters, barks, and caramels. Fredericksburg Pecan Company provides fine quality of pecan products grown in the Texas Hill Country. Owners are dedicated to providing excellent quality pecans available for online order at reasonable prices with the best customer service. Pecans are flavored and glossed in everything from pecan brittle to pecan coffee.
Rustlin Rob's Texas Gourmet Food is not your ordinary gourmet food, not limited to people who cook but to "foodies" of all ages. The store is enjoyable because it caters to anyone who loves to eat. With over 350 gourmet foods we can sample from ranging from peanut butters, mustards, bread mixes, and some 5 Alarm hot sauces.
Fredericksburg Pie Company mission is to serve pie that is as good as, or better than your mothers or grandmothers made. In store pies are made from scratch and selections change daily with up to 20 kinds of pie. While here, we enjoy an option of coffee, milk, and more with our slice of pie and even a book selection. Sugar free pies are also available with a call in a day before.
Lunch at the Farm Haus Bistro in the Fredericksburg Herb Farm, with an American menu with French and Italian influences. Owners Dick and Rosemary Estenson take us on a tour of the B&B Cottages based upon the design of the early historic Fredericksburg "Sunday Houses. These houses are inspired by German settlers who built these small "city houses" to use on the weekends to buy provisions and attend Sunday church. We also visit the Nature Spa area dedicated to a truly unique relaxing experience.
Exploring Main Street is incredible when we can enjoy Eisban, an outdoor ice skating on real ice. Alongside Marketplace and the Christmas Pyramid. Afterwards a trip to Luckenbach, Texas made famous by Waylon Jennings' and Willie Nelson's 1976 classic country hit.
For our last destination Dinner and wine pairing at local Cabernet Grill Texas Wine Country Restaurant. Chef/Owner Ross Burtwell's wish is to create a lasting impression of culinary craft where guest feel at home. Known for his speciality in preparing the freshest seafood, Certified Angus Beef, wild game and ranch fare. The wine selection is also superb with over 75 selections from around the State of Texas. Tripadvisor has ranked the restaurant Top 10 in the nation and we know why.
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photos: Owen Duckett
Hop onto a fresh new set of wheels today with Turo! Sign up for the innovative car-sharing app Turo with Facebook, Google, or your email. Established in 2010, Turo is a peer-to-peer car sharing program where you can "book the car of your dreams." Hosts on the app deliver a wide variety of cars with 250,000+ options. Turo is available for adults aged 21+ in 56 countries, 5500 cities, and with over 6 million users.
Getting into a new vehicle has never been more simple! Just meet the car owner to pick up the car. Many owners offer delivery, so they may bring it right to you. Take a look at the car, show them your license, grab the keys, and you're all set for the fun. The owner will confirm or decline your trip within eight hours, but typically it's much sooner. You can even pick up a car remotely with TuroGo, which allows owners to unlock cars from their phone, if the car's system supports it. Book cars instantly on listings with the "Book Instantly" badge. You can even message owners directly and exchange numbers for easy drops or arrange meeting times at the airport.
No insurance? No Problem! Turo offers 3 different liability insurance packages from liberty mutual in the US and other major carriers across Canada and Germany. Those who prefer to use their own insurance can decline this option. Turo even allows customers to add a secondary driver onto trips, in case you have a friend coming along for the ride.
For those looking to become a little more adventurous, add-ons are available, like car-seats, mountain bikes, ski racks and more. This great alternative to conventional rental car companies offers exclusive cars that you can't find anywhere else, like The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, with 6.2-liter V-8 good for 707hp. Rates for nice luxury cars are a bargain such as the 2017 Infiniti Q50 for only $52 per day! Turo is also great for people who already own a set of wheels. It's a great way to earn extra cash for college or simply subsidize your car payment when you need to.
Listing your car on Turo is as simple as getting one, just create a free listing within a few clicks. Describe your car, upload some clean photos, and you're ready to go. Be sure to keep your calendar up to date, so travelers know when your car is available. Turo holds about 10 to 12 orientation and communication events per year. The most recent one was in NYC, where they brought together active hosts and offered app feedback to the engineers and marketing representatives of Turo. You can learn more about how Turo works here.
Turo granted 360 Magazine the special opportunity to try the service out for themselves with a 2017 Porsche Macan GTS SUV. The luxury car is available on the app for a great price! Cruise around your city with 360hp and a digital dash. The candy red paint finish coupled with black interiors and red accents really set the tone for the night, as the car is a complete attention getter. Turo is available on Apple and Google Play. For more information visit turo.com and be sure to check them out on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter as well.
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Dark Sky Movement
Once monthly from May through October Holiday River Expeditions (http://www.bikeraft.com/) shares the mystery and romance of the Dark Sky with star-struck guests who are participating in one of this veteran travel company's 2018 Stargazing adventures.
"It's easy to get excited about this special trip series. Seeing how it has deepened our guests' understanding and our guides' awareness of the night sky is reason enough to offer these trips," said Lauren Wood, Holiday Trip Director. "The inexplicable boundlessness you feel staring up at the stars is just a bonus."
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The Kinder Aliens come with a nice metallic paint and are pretty hilarious.
Kinder released the Kinder Aliens set of toys between 1998 and 2000 in various countries in Europe. However, unlike most Kinder toys, these did not have unique ID numbers. This makes tracking them down very difficult. The toys feature green aliens in wacky positions.
It also turns out that the Germans are particularly big fans of the Kinder Surprise toys. They have a whole community of fans aimed at collecting these toys. Because of this, you will often find chase variants in the German versions. Chase variants are rare versions for fans to chase down. They are hard to come by. This is in contrast to other European countries, who only have a single variant.
The differences between the Italian and French version is the color scheme. Usually the reds and yellows are swapped across them. However, the German versions have very big differences.
As you can tell, some of the differences across the German ones are subtle without a close look. It makes this set very hard to collect. I have managed to collect a full set. That is, I have all the variants from all the countries. This did take me a while to put together. I had to buy these aliens from many sellers online.
I learnt many things while trying to put this collection together. For example, I learnt about the large German community that surrounds Kinder. I also learnt about the German variants, and chase versions of these toys. Overall, it was a hard, but good learning experience for me. My collection looks great with these new figures added. I hope this post is able to provide a little help if you intend on starting your own Kinder collection.
If you'd like to see more pictures of this collection by visiting my gallery.


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On February 2nd this year I joined other conservationists in celebrating World Wetlands Day – yes, there is such a day. What's the significance of marking it, you may ask? Wetlands are important as they support livelihoods, the economy and provide ecosystem services like enriching soil, purifying water and sheltering endangered species. If you've been following this blog for a while, you know that I'm an avid birder and wetlands are especially important to birds.
They are vital bird habitats,which are used for nesting, breeding, and rearing young. Wetlands provide a source of drinking water and safe places for feeding, resting, shelter, and social interactions. Studies show that the survival of some waterfowl (e.g. grebes) as individual species , depends on the availability of certain types of wetlands because the birds have have adapted to wetlands to a great extent.
Every year, Nature Kenya organises waterfowl counts in various wetlands. Results help to track the population growth/ distribution of bird populations, which is also an indicator of the status of the wetlands. This year I managed to take part in some of those counts. Two were at wastewater treatment plants, and two more at lakes.
The count at Ruai wastewater treatment plant was quite interesting. I had never even heard of the place before that day (gasp). Apart from a nasty smell, I didn't know what to expect upon getting there. But it turned out to be quite fascinating! We left the National Museum at 8.45 AM and drove for what seemed like eternity. Finally at 9.40 AM, we arrived. A large number of swallows flying gracefully was a welcoming sight.
We were divided into groups and each was assigned its number of ponds. I was impressed by the beauty of the place. The large expanses of water with many flocks of birds – it was hard to believe we were at a waste treatment plant, and the smell wasn't all that bad after all. I was assigned the role of scribe for my group. A scribe records the number of birds counted. The other group members each choose a species and count the birds from one part of the wetland to another.
Too beautiful for a waste water treatment plant, right?
The sun was blazing that day as if it was on a revenge mission. Not to be left behind, the wind also joined in and raged fiercely and almost blew our data sheet away. This gave me a hard time recording, but I soldiered on. At some point we came across a monitor lizard. How much more interesting could the day get? I saw a number of birds for the first time, like Hottentot teal and White-winged terns. We counted more than 500 birds for the latter. Wow! Who would have thought that a wastewater plant would be this captivating?
Looks inviting for a swim, eh?
By the time all groups were done counting, more than 2 hours had elapsed. Yes, the place is that big. We were tired, hungry and dusty as if we had walked through the Kenyan diaspora. My skin felt like stretched animal hide due to the harsh wind. All in all, it was a great experience. I knew I would like to do it again- and I did. The next count was at Brookside Dairies wastewater treatment ponds and this past weekend, we were at Lake Bogoria and Nakuru (post coming soon, yaaay).
Waterfowl census at Lake Nakuru.
I believe I made the right choice taking up bird watching – there's much to be learnt every time and I get to see more of the beauty of our country. So get out there my fellow Kenyans and see for yourself! Travelling is therapeutic and opens your mind. You'll never be the same after that.


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Airline data riches are making scientists cry
By Linda Fox | September 7, 2018
Airlines bring data scientists to tears with the amount of data they have access to, but they must figure out how to use it.
According to EasyJet chief executive officer Johan Lundgren, billions of data points can be found within every part of an airline, but the trick is "capturing and using it to solve specific problems."
He cites three areas within the airline as opportunities where data could be used: to reduce cost and increase efficiency, to enhance revenue and to engage with customers in a different way.
Describing data as a "game-changer" in the industry, Lundgren says one of his first jobs when he took over the role late last year was to appoint a chief data officer.
"When we did the recruitment process for the CDO and I was talking to the most advanced people in the world, they got tears in their eyes thinking about the data we have because it's unconstrained."
The sentiment is echoed by JetBlue chief Robin Hayes, who says "high-street retailers would kill for the amount of data airlines have on their customers."
"It's about how we take that, in an appropriate way, because I do think it has to be authentic, because if you just serve stuff up they can just feel you're spying on them, and it can have the opposite effect. A lot of our customers only fly us once a year, so how can we make JetBlue relevant to them between their annual trip?"
Both airline bosses were speaking at the Aviation Festival in London this week and said data could, for example, help boost EasyJet's yield system capability by providing that data that already exists on competitor capacity and pricing.
Providing a concrete example, he says an algorithm had been created in three days to tackle fresh food wastage on flights. Using the algorithm to study demand for food on different routes and at different times of day, the airline reduced wastage by 25%, or "800,000 less wasted food items per year."
"That's millions of pounds apart from the fact of knowing what items to sock up on that are in demand. That was three days of work, and the next stage is to work out hundreds of samples where you can use data which will essentially be beneficial to the customer."
The Amazon model
Touching on companies that the airline looks to when it comes to good use of data, the EasyJet CEO says Amazon is a good example.
Lundgren adds that the companies that are most advanced are those that "constantly use data to test and monitor and drive performance from that."
He says that the industry has much to learn from companies like Amazon when it comes to ancillary revenue. Airlines have traditionally offered customers insurance, car hire and hotels before they've completed the flight transaction.
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PLACERVILLE, Calif. - March 23, 2016 - After a crash at Placerville Speedway that sidelined him for part of the season, Jason Johnson returned to Placerville Speedway on Wednesday night for the 2nd Annual Brad Sweet presents the Placerville Short Track Outlaw Showdown presented by Riebes Auto Parts and captured his first World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series victory since Texas Motor Speedway in 2003.
STOCKTON, Calif. - March 19, 2016 - Seven-time World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series champion Donny Schatz completed the sweep of the FVP Western Spring Shootout Saturday night, as he passed leader Joey Saldana with just five laps remaining en route to capturing his second win in as many nights at Stockton Dirt Track.
STOCKTON, Calif. — March 18, 2016 — After missing the feature at Thunderbowl Raceway less than a week ago, seven-time World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series champion Donny Schatz returned to victory lane Friday night, winning the opening night of the FVP Western Spring Shootout double-header at Stockton Dirt Track.
QUEEN CREEK, Ariz. — March 6, 2016 — Shane Stewart overtook Joey Saldana early in the inaugural NAPA Desert Shootout at Arizona Speedway, then dominated the remaining laps to score his first victory of the 2016 World of Oultaws Craftsman® Sprint Car Series season.
LAS VEGAS — March 4, 2016 — Donny Schatz slid back on the initial start of the FVP Outlaw Showdown presented by Dollar Loan Center, then battled his way back to the front and took the lead from Brad Sweet with just four laps remaining to capture the victory at The Dirt Track at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – March 3, 2016 – Brian Brown led the way early in Thursday night's FVP Outlaw Showdown presented by Dollar Loan Center at The Dirt Track at Las Vegas, but after some bad luck Joey Saldana seized the lead and scored his first World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series victory of the season. Daryn Pittman and Brad Sweet finished on podium in second and third.


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Q: Unresolved Inclusion in Eclipse CDT I have read:
unresolved external symbol in eclipse cdt and Unresolved inclusion in Eclipse
I am using Eclipse CDT Neon Version: Neon.3 Release (4.6.3).
Eclipse CDT can compile my code but for some reason, it highlights
#include <boost/algorithm/string.hpp>
#include <boost/algorithm/string/split.hpp>

as "Unresolved inclusion".
I have already set the include path for my GCC compiler (in properties->C/C++ Build->Settings->Tool Settings->Includes) to have /opt/boost, which symlinks to /opt/boost_1_63_0.  It is accessible too:
$ ll /opt/boost/boost/algorithm/string.hpp
-rw-rw-r--. 1 myuser myuser 1061 Dec 22  2016 /opt/boost/boost/algorithm/string.hpp

I also noticed that #include statements for other headers in /opt also have the same issue.
Any idea how to fix this?
I tried to rebuild the index few times.  Same issue.
Thanks.

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