" All the time in life, appreciation to the older generations will remind us that the world is not ours.
They, the older people they tasted the salt before we were born.
They faced the hardship and trauma during the world wars.
They even saw the blooming flowers before us.
They fell in love before we comprehend how to say love.
They listened to the music full of harmony with deep, meaningful lines.
Thus, whenever we the young people started to think about it.
You will understand why I always, always.
Take my hat's off to the older people.
And this what makes me to appreciate those times.
Rings the bell in my head.
How great today's people are.
Greater, greater are those older people.
In our racing path filled by selfish, egoism, and forgetfulness.
To look with passionate eyes.
The older people around us.
Who brace the English weather to walk on the streets.
Who brace the frail illness on wheelchairs.
Who brace God for forgiveness and sin done.
Humility arose from this reflection.
Even though I was born in a paradise.
Missing those wonderful and historic moments.
I will be like one of them too "
Wikipedia.com: Mary Travers (born 9 November 1936 in Louisville, Kentucky) is a member of the folk group Peter, Paul and Mary, along Peter Yarrow and Noel "Paul" Stookey. Together, they formed one of the most successful folk-singing groups of the 1960s.
Why rich people still take scholarships although can afford not to?
Firstly, my intention is not to stir a controversy or create a conflict but it is to rationalise rich parents' decision on their kids taking up scholarships.
DEFINITIONS: My analysis will centre around 'rich' people who can afford to send their kids to overseas universities and can do so without any scholarship. Their 'kids' are people who undoubtedly have the merit to qualify for such a scholarship. The 'scholarship' is also one which entails an employment bond with summons if bond is broken.
So… why? If I was rich, lets call me Tan Sri Tengku daNN, I wouldn't want my kids to enter a scholarship contract if I can afford to pay for their education. Because later on, they would have to serve a very long bond, twice the average employment period in a private sector firm, with low salary. I would rather have them work for pure private firms, rather than government linked ones. Besides, my kid is a graduate from a top university with a top degree. Which employer wouldn't want him/her? Unemployment is out of the question in this model.
Well… Theory 1 (which I think is the coolest): When bond is broken, summons paid to sponsor is exactly the nominal amount sponsor paid for education (half a million RM). So, the sponsor breaks even, in nominal terms. Fair enough.
But does it really break even? As a finance guy, I would say 'Hell No!'. The sponsor actually loses a significant amount of money. It forgo on the time value of money (it could have used the money to invest in a project) and it loses in real terms, because of inflation, but the time value of money is of course, a greater factor. Half a million ringgit worth of scholarship could have at least yielded an extra RM 55,000, interest compounded on a yearly basis for 3 years (equivalent period for university degree) at the most basic Bank Negara interest rate of 3.5%. So, a rich person, by telling his/her child to take up a scholarship, and then breaks the bond, actually earns a cost saving on the time value of money. It's like a loan of RM 500,000 but without any interest. And when paying the summons, since the Future Value of a ringgit is more than the Present Value of a ringgit, and the summons is paid in the future, the Present Value of the summons settlement is in fact, less than the cost of education because the money used to pay for the summons could have earned interest for 3 years. Instead of putting aside RM 500,000, you only need to put aside RM 451,000 max, discounted using Bank Negara's OPR (basic interest rate).
That is super smart, in a finance-savvy kind of way. Which is a cool analysis, especially for finance people and economists since it assumes rationality, which is a sensible assumption.
Theory 2: Getting a scholarship is a Value in our society. It earns prestige and status. By having a scholarship, it 'signals' you're smart or whatever (caveat: not always true). Time value of money doesn't matter. This is a typical Sociologist's view.
Theory 3: Stingy parents. Want to save money just for the sake of maximising personal wealth without wanting children to have a better career. Can't rule out this possibility.
"Based on the above analysis, it is very obvious in terms of profitability measured by ROCE that BT has the largest chunk of profits that can be invested back into the company for the benefit of shareholders. In a glance, it is the most successful growth company compared as descended by Cable & Wireless, Vodafone, and Kingston. Similarly, BT is also the most efficient company in controlling its production costs followed by Cable & Wireless, Kingston and Vodafone is the most inefficient company based on the profit margin. The positive relationship between a high ROCE and a high profit margin is resembled by BT and Cable & Wireless but one may argue this when we look upon the case of Vodafone and Kingston. Obviously, these two companies share the same negative relationship of the two profitability measurements. However, when it comes to how efficient a company is in utilising its resources invested in fixed assets and working capital we may conclude Kingston. Even though BT is the most successful company it falls behind Kingston in employing its assets but still ahead Cable & Wireless and Vodafone. In a nutshell, in this period of our analysis we may say BT is the most growing company so far and the least performed company is Vodafone. Nonetheless, our analysis involves only the element of profitability and excludes short-term liquidity and long-term liquidity. Since the difficulties of the recession in the late 1980s liquidity, both short term and long term, has increased in importance. One has to bear in mind, companies which are profitable but have poor short term or long liquidity measures, will not survive the troughs of the trade cycle. In contrast, companies which are not profitable but are cash rich, do not survive in the long term either. Such companies are taken over for their cash flow or by others who believe that they can improve the profitability of the business. Financial reporting shall also be reported within the context the political, business, and economic environment in which the business operates, as figures cannot do the transparent justice to the corporate world like what Enron did. All in all, any of these four companies which do succeed and survive over the long term (which is beyond our period of analysis), is the one who has a well-rounded financial profile, and the best performer in all aspects of financial analysis"
Enron's corporate scandal in relation to Arthur Andersen should not be repeated again. It was a blindly excessive pursue of short-term shareholders' value that ignored the long-run shareholders' value. This case stressed upon the importance of transparency in corporate governance.
My Portuguese friend Ruben brought me a weekly Caffe Nero magazine while I was reading 'Prague: A Novel' on a pleaseant Saturday morning. Last week, when I was surfing the Caffe Nero website I came across the compliments or complaints section. As a regular customer at the outlet in Bridlesmith Gate overlooking Ted Baker, I wrote an email expressing my views on the service by the baristas since the day one I tasted its coffee. Ruben said Justina Virdee, who is the Head of Customer Services of Caffe Nero Group Plc chose to published my comments in their magazine three weeks in a row, as the best comments so far from its customers. I believe any kinds of service to the public, it shall be delivered in a professional manner, with a smile and warm attitude that ensures the satisfaction of the public. This is something that Malaysians in the public sector should ponder and improve on, after all these people are just baristas working in a coffee shop and earning minimum wages. Nonetheless, they never fail to smile and greet me.
I am delighted to hear that you enjoy your visits to our Bridlesmith store in Nottingham . It's great to receive such positive feedback from our customers. I will be sure to pass this onto our manager and team concerned. They will be equally delighted to read of your kind comments. I certainly hope that we can continue to serve you in the manner that you have come to expect.
I would like to express my highest satisfaction and gratitude on its outlet service at Bridlesmith Gate Nottingham. I am an international student studying in University of Nottingham and Nero's would always be my regular spot to have a cup of caramelatte while studying or meeting up with friends. I am a regular customer and most of the baristas know me by now and their hospitality and greetings and sometimes accompanying me during breaktime have made me feel at home.
I have a suggestion here on the selection of music in Nero's; how about playing italian or eastern european music which is now starting to make its impact in the music world? and the soothing feeling in Nero's can be ambienced by playing some of the wonderful orchestra or classicals i believe.
Till now, kudos to Nero's.
Caramelatte will always be my favourite, and I hope the caffe will expand internationally, hopefully mark its first existence in my country, Malaysia !


Racing resumes at Los Al today after an incredibly tragic day yesterday due to the wildfires spreading to San Luis Rey Downs. Many heroes and many backside workers are still in need. Please check twitter for information on helping.
At Los Al, we have a Grade 1 affair for 2 year olds. The downside? Only 5 runners will go postward. The upside? It's part of the Pick 5, where smaller fields have a way to turn into bigger payments. The race is 8.5 furlongs and on dirt — and with 2 strong Baffert favorites. You can use the race as a "free square," or perhaps, try to beat them and turn the P5 in your direction.
For Him: A maiden claiming winner who ran well on the turf in the Zuma Beach, he'll likely find his way back to dirt eventually. He has some stamina in him — something that plays well on the Los Al surface and down its stretch — but it likely won't be enough for him to be a contender here today.
Solomini: The first real contender and the first Baffert entrant who wil be ridden by Flavien Prat. Ran 2nd in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile and he's established himself as a top-flight router. The 2 seconds aren't seconditis, but instead a result of just not being fast enough. He finished ahead of Bolt D'Oro, the current Kentucky Derby favorite in the Juvenile. He's a serious horse and it would be hard to leave him off any ticket — large or small.
Runaway Ghost: Broke his maiden in the early June at Santa Anita and then reappeared in a stake at Golden Gate Fields. He won that stake by 7, but his time was average, and it was a sprint. He'll be first-time routing today. He might be a bit of an X factor — a horse that won off the layoff, won a speedball sprint in the spring, and still has to show us what he can do in a route. He's a possibility with the Bafferts or to include as an upset.
McKinzie: The other Baffert ridden by Smith and is likely to be the favorite. He goes from maiden to G1, a tough jump at any age, although easier in these 2YO/3YO races on the Derby trail. He dominated a 7 furlong maiden sprint with a very impressive speed figure and now adds the extra 1.5 furlongs as he tries routing and two turns. He's been blowing it up in the morning. He's hard to leave offf a ticket, although there are risks — first time route, huge class jump — which might signal some value if left off.
Analysis: I'm going to stay away from the impressive maiden winner McKinzie and instead look at Solomini or Runaway Ghost to have a great through. For Him is good for the up-the-track spots in the exacta and trifecta.
Good luck at the races.


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Q: Angular 2 built-in or 3rd party components I have mostly worked with ASP.NET WebForms and have started learning Angular 2 + TypeScript.  I'm used to having built-in controls such as CheckBoxList for common functionality.  For simple things they usually work great, for complex pages that deviate from a control's intended use it can get complicated.  I understand some of the reasoning for the general trend toward being closer to the metal (HTML) instead of having complicated and leaky abstractions, but for simple scenarios I think they are still useful.
I understand I can build my own components for each of these in Angular 2, but that seems like reinventing the wheel.  Are there any built-in components for common/simple scenarios like this?  Or maybe, are there any decent third-party component libraries that I can use?  I'm using TypeScript if it makes any difference.  I can imagine that if I have to build all these components I would probably want to separate out the specific "page view" components that aren't reusable and generic components that are reusable into their own folders.

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Q: showing and hiding the closest element on hover not working I have multiple elements in a page that look like this:

        Go to video

        Go to video

        Go to video

I'm using jquery to show and hide on hover the closest element that has the class content_video_wrapper_video_text like so:
$(".content_video_wrapper_video_icon").each((i, el) => {
    $(el).hover(
        function() {
            $(this).closest(".content_video_wrapper_video_text").show()
        },
        function() {
            $(this).closest(".content_video_wrapper_video_text").hide()
        }
    )
})

What am I doing wrong?

A: As closest traverses upwards, try with the code changes below:
(gets the closest div, and then find the desired element)
$(".content_video_wrapper_video_icon").each((i, el) => {
    $(el).hover(
        function() {
         //   $(this).closest(".content_video_wrapper_video_text").show()
            $(this).closest('div').find(".content_video_wrapper_video_text").show()
        },
        function() {
         //   $(this).closest(".content_video_wrapper_video_text").hide()
            $(this).closest('div').find(".content_video_wrapper_video_text").hide()
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Women's Basketball Defeats Kenyon
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Wittenberg Women's Basketball faces Kenyon College on Feb. 1, 2020 for their annual Tiger Pal Game.
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Women's basketball defeated the ladies of Kenyon College, 46-65 on Saturday, Feb. 1. The Tigers returned home following a 57-45 defeat last Wednesday, Jan. 29 on the road against No. 4 DePauw.
The Tigers started the first quarter at full speed, as they quickly took a 2-7 lead in the first two minutes off shots from Kristie Kalis ('21), Korynne Berner ('20), and Riley Culver ('20). The Tigers kept Kenyon at an arm's length for much of the quarter until the Ladies brought the game within one with 1:22 left in the first. The Tigers held a slim 10-11 lead over the Ladies, until Delaney Williams ('21) made a layup with 38 seconds left. The Tigers outshot the Ladies in the first quarter, completing five of 12 field goals and one of three three-pointers.
Wittenberg started off the second quarter on the wrong foot as Berner gave up the ball to the Ladies, who then missed a layup. This set the tone for the second half as The Tigers lead eroded. Kenyon made a three-pointer and a layup to take the lead, 15-14, with seven left in the first half. The Tigers clawed back a slim lead off a layup by Kalis, which was canceled out by a Kenyon layup on their next possession. Kenyon held the lead 17-16 with six minutes to play. The Tigers kept within striking distance even as the Kenyon Ladies increased their lead to 23-18.
The Tigers clawed back within three as Culver sank a jump shot. Kalis tied the game at 23 with 2:23 left in the half as she drained a three-pointer. Kalis placed The Tigers on top again as she dropped a jump shot with 1:09 left in the half. Tigers led the Ladies, 23-25, at the half.
Wittenberg returned from the locker room refreshed after halftime and continued their offensive onslaught as Williams sank a three-pointer within the first 45 seconds of the third quarter. The score remained unchanged for two minutes until Kalis snagged a defensive rebound and passed to Culver who drained a jump shot. Williams kept the momentum going by stealing from the Ladies and getting the ball into the hands of Berner for a layup.
Kenyon then halted progress by calling a timeout, but the Tigers were unaffected as Williams made a three-pointer to lead Kenyon, 23-35 with 5:43 left in the third. Wittenberg's scoring run was finally ended at 19 points as Kenyon scored the first two of their eight points in the third with 3:42 left. The Tigers led Kenyon, 27-39. Abigail Yunker ('21) increased the Tigers lead to 30-41 with 1:41 left and managed to draw a foul, sending her to the line. Yunker shot 100% for free throws on the night, making all five of her attempts. The Tigers ended the quarter leading the Ladies, 31-47.
Kenyon started the fourth quarter off with a bang as they completed a three-pointer in the first 23 seconds. Tigers led 34-47. The score then remained unchanged until a Kenyon foul sent Samantha Wyatt ('22) to the line for two. Kenyon then went on a five-point run which brought them within ten points. The Tigers responded as Berner went vertical for a layup with 7:14 left in the game. Berner was sent to the line nearly a minute later off a Kenyon foul and made both of her free throws. Wittenberg led Kenyon, 39-53 with 6:36 left to play.
Kenyon failed to respond to the Tigers' attacks in the fourth quarter until there were two minutes to play, pulling the lead within 20 points off a two-point jump shot. Tigers led the Ladies, 41-61.
The Tigers kept possession of the ball for the majority of the final two minutes. Head Coach Kelly Mahlum also pulled several players off her bench for the final few minutes including Mone't Allen ('23), who accounted for The Tigers' last five points.
"Its always great when you can get players in at the end, [Allen] has been working hard since the beginning of the season, and we haven't been able to get her on the floor," Mahlum said in a post-game interview with Wittenberg Athletics. "And it's so good to see that she is able to see some of that work pay off."
The Tigers' were led by Kalis who accounted for 16 points. Berner achieved a double-double, with 10 rebounds and 12 points. The Tigers outshot Kenyon, completing 41.8% compared to the Ladies 31.6%. The Tigers are hitting the road Friday to face Hiram at 6pm, before heading into Pennsylvania to face the Gators of Allegheny on Saturday at 4pm.
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Ambika Shukla (Varun Gandhi's aunt): There is somebody that needs you inside. Ok. There is somebody that needs you inside. Ok. I am afraid we will have to call it off.
CNN-IBN: This is on air. Last question, do you think it would have been easier if you would not have been a Gandhi. Do you think that's the reason why there has been so much of a controversy over it?
Ambika Shukla: I don't think we need your comment anymore. You have given your statement and that is it.
Varun Gandhi: Let me just answer the question, they are asking a question and I will answer it. I have nothing to hide.
CNN-IBN: Do you think the fact that you are a Gandhi has made it even more controversial?
Varun Gandhi: Yes but I would like to say that I stand for the truth, what I have said I have said but what I have not said I have not said.
The Election Commission on Wednesday held Varun Gandhi guilty of violating the model code of conduct and slapped on him and the party a notice seeking their response by Friday.
It has also ordered a video team to trail Varun for the duration of the campaign.
"The commission is of the opinion that the above action on your part amounts to violation of the provisions of the model code of conduct," the EC said in its notice to Varun, referring to the speeches made by him in Mohalla Dalchand, Kotwali Pilibhit and Kasba Barkheda in Uttar Pradesh on March 7 and 8.
"All rallies and visits of Gandhi in his constituency will be monitored by a magistrate level official," the EC said.
Hours after telling him not to add to the controversy over his alleged anti-Muslim remarks, the BJP denied him permission to hold a press conference at its headquarters here, after which he decided to meet reporters at his mother's residence. The BJP's stand came clear as its ally, JD(U) leader and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar reacted strongly to Varun's remarks, saying by expressing his "displeasure in public" he expected the saffron party to clarify on the issue.
"I have not seen the TV footage (of Varun's speech), but from what I have come to know, his statement hurt the sensibilities of a section of society. Anything said during an election or otherwise that hurts the sentiments of any community is condemnable," Kumar said.
As Varun was seen by others as trying to play the Hindutva card, BJP's Venkaiah Naidu said the party hadn't issued any gag orders "but all candidates and party workers have been issued circulars on dos and don't's. They've been asked to keep in mind the party culture and EC guidelines." He, however, said action against Varun couldn't be taken without viewing the tapes and hearing his version.
Varun told TV reporters he had not spoken against Muslims and claimed he was being called communal because he spoke for Hindus. "I never made any communal statements. I went to an area in which I felt Hindus were being targeted, so I spoke in favour of the Hindu community. It is a very sad day in the Indian politics when anyone who speaks for Hindus is branded communal," he said.


"Kalamazoo Gals" by John Thomas is the forgotten story of the women who built Gibson's "Banner" guitars during WWII. Please join us for an informal gathering and book signing in a unique setting: Retrofret Vintage Guitars. Located in the industrial Gowanus Canal section of Brooklyn, NY, Retrofret will honor Women's History Month and the release of Mr. Thomas' book on Sat. March 2, 2013 from 5PM to 8PM.


Amongst other fixtures sharing the stage with the Mancunian band were Clay Paky Sharpys, with the entire show being controlled by the grandMA2 full-size.
"The Stone Roses are a band that focuses on the impact of the music, rather than big production going on around them, and so our challenge was to create a light show that doesn't overwhelm the music but allows the audience, and the band to 'feel' the lighting design connecting to the music," noted grandMA2 programmer Glen Johnson of Lite Alternative.
"We would describe the Stone Roses show as a 'busk show' - it isn't completely pre-programmed. Using the grandMA2 allowed Paul [Normandale] to run the show how he wanted to, and with a degree of flexibility and options. You must have a reliable desk to allow this flexibility and ad-hoc creativity in a live environment and to manually change key lighting elements to reflect the mood and the pace of the music, and the band."
The lighting featured a number of brands, amongst them Clay Paky Sharpys. It was the first time that Normandale had used the Sharpy, and he chose it specifically because he wanted a "bright, tight, narrow vertical beam". He is clear that it proved to be the right choice. "The Sharpy performed perfectly. Against large scale video screens they were definitely bright and offered a different linear look," he says.
"I'm impressed with the size and weight of the fixture, relative to the powerful output, and on the back of the experience I have had with the Sharpy on this tour, I know I will be specifying them again."


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The Top 7 Ways the Trump Administration Is Attacking Science at the EPA
The Top 7 Ways the Trump Administration Is Attacking Science at the EPA.
The EPA is full of climate science deniers, starting at the top Despite the overwhelming scientific consensus to the contrary, EPA Administrator Pruitt has questioned whether carbon dioxide causes climate change and the magnitude of humans' role in driving it.
Pruitt also has staffed the EPA with a litany of climate change science deniers, drawing particularly heavily from the office of Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-OK)—who famously threw a snowball on the Senate floor to prove that climate change is a hoax—to fill senior leadership positions.
President Trump determined that climate change has no cost On March 28, President Trump signed an executive order nullifying much of former President Barack Obama's Climate Action Plan.
The EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act, which passed the House in March, could prevent the nation's top scientists from participating in the SAB if, paradoxically, they would be advising the SAB on matters related to their own expertise.
Rep. Lamar Smith wants to block the EPA from using sound science to set pollution standards Rep. Lamar Smith (R-TX), an ardent climate denier who has been leading the congressional attack on science, introduced the Honest and Open New EPA Science Treatment Act, or HONEST Act.
As such, the bill could block the EPA from using the best available scientific evidence to set pollution limits or develop ambient air quality standards.
President Trump has failed to hire scientists throughout the government President Trump has kept many critical science positions vacant since he took office in January.
President Trump, Administrator Pruitt, and their allies in Congress want to obscure the science that clearly demonstrates the need to cut air and water pollution by the powerful corporate interests that offer them the greatest political support.
Myriam Alexander-Kearns is a Policy Analyst for the Energy and Environment Policy team at the Center for American Progress.
Why did Scott Pruitt refuse to ban a chemical that the EPA itself said is dangerous?
The petitioners, Pesticide Action Network and the Natural Resources Defense Council, cited studies show that Chlorpyrifos can have serious health consequences, such as damaging the nervous system of infants and children.
What is Chlorpyrifos?
This is why in 2007, environmental groups petitioned the EPA to ban its use in agricultural use as well.
The EPA denied the petition to ban Chlorpyrifos.
As Pruitt noted: "we need to provide regulatory certainty to the thousands of American farms that rely on Chlorpyrifos, while still protecting human health and the environment … By reversing the previous Administration's steps to ban one of the most widely used pesticides in the world, we are returning to using sound science in decision-making – rather than predetermined results." While Pruitt emphasized "sound science," the EPA's own internal research notes the harmful effect of this pesticide.
As much scholarship has found, poor and marginalized communities tend to be disproportionately exposed to pollution.
Consequently, they have less political power and this means that firms and the EPA may be less attentive to the harmful consequences of pesticide use on their health.
Less visible environmental problems tend to receive less attention from companies and regulators.
The slow effort to remove lead from drinking water is a case in point.
Aseem Prakash is professor of political science, the Walker Family Professor and the founding director of the Center for Environmental Politics at the University of Washington.


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IMSA wins will be celebrated with release of Championship Editions for 2018 Cadillac ATS-V and CTS-V
Over the past racing season, Cadillac has seen a wealth of success on the track. In fact, they took home the IMSA Weather Tech championship for the 2017 season. On one hand, Konica Minolta took home the Team championship; and on the other hand, brothers Ricky and Jordan Taylor brought home the Driver's championship. To celebrate their success on the track, the American automaker will offer a couple of minimally modified performance vehicles to mark this occasion.
Having said that, it will be the ATS-V coupe and sedan, as well as the CTS-V sedan that will be getting a special Championship Edition to celebrate the success. Customers can choose from two exterior finishes including Black Raven or Crystal White Tricoat.
To make it stand out from the rest of the models, it gets unique side view mirrors caps finished in Red Obsession. It also gets DPi-V.R. graphics on the quarter windows, red Brembo brake calipers, and forged polish-finished alloy V-Series wheels. All the red bits and pieces will definitely make it stand out from the rest. Don't you think?
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2014 LA Auto Show: 2016 Cadillac ATS-V Coupe makes its debut
After few leaked photos, the all-new 2016 Cadillac ATS-V was finally introduced at the 2014 LA Auto Show. Available as a coupe or sedan, the ATS-V arrives with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine that develops 455 hp (339 kW) and 603 Nm (445 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is offered with a standard 6-speed manual transmission featuring Active Rev Match, no lift-shifting and launch control, or with an optional paddle-shift 8-speed automatic transmission featuring launch control and Performance Alghoritm Shift.
The engine is able to push the ATS-V from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in 3.9 seconds, while top speed is in excess of 185 mph or 298 km/h. According to the manufacturer, the vehicles arrive with a Brembo high-performance brake system, Magnetic Ride Control delivering 40 percent faster damping response and driver-selectable driving modes (touring, sport and track).
Braking system includes 14.5-inch-diameter (370 mm) front rotors with six-piston calipers and 13.3-inch-diameter (339 mm) rear rotors with four-piston calipers.
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Cadillac expands V-series product line with 2016 ATS-V Sedan
Cadillac has expanded its ATS product range with the introduction of the 2016 ATS-V. This is expected to elevate the brand's high performance V-Series onward to the next generation. The new model is available in both sedan and coupe variants and is the brand's first ATS-V that will have not just the twin-turbocharged power but also a complete set of design and even performance systems.
Production of the 2016 ATS-V started in the spring of 2015. Since its beginnings more than a decade ago, the V-Series of the Cadillac has added both power and performance capacities to an already increasing luxury car range. By drawing on what made its ATS product line successful, the V-Series adds a remarkable track capability to what many had already considered as not only the lightest but also the most agile-driving vehicle within the class of luxury compact cars.
The outcome is a car that has the sophistication attached with the Cadillac and a true track capability, making it a dual purpose vehicle. The President of Cadillac Johan de Nysschen said that the V-Series is not only the best example of the brand's new product substance but it is also "the purest expression of the passion" which is the heart of the brand.
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Side mirrors in 2019 Lexus ES sedan can be replaced with camera-based Digital Outer Mirrors
Using cameras to replace the rear and side mirrors isn't something new. However, this technology is usually found on concept vehicles and some exotic cars. But at Lexus, this technology will be installed on one of its premium sedans starting October this year.
Lexus is introducing the world' first Digital Outer Mirrors, which will initially be fitted on the new 2019 Lexus ES. Digital Outer Mirrors make use of small exterior cameras on the front doors. They are mounted on stalks that swell on the place where conventional side mirrors are usually found.
The cameras send images onto displays – each monitor measuring five inches diagonally– inside the cabin, as positioned at the base of the front pillars. Instead of looking through the windows onto the side mirrors, a driver just have to view the images on the displays. This means that the driver's view of the sides and the rear of the cars aren't compromised when the windows are dirty or hazy.
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Mercedes-Benz introduces 2019 A-Class Sedan Edition 1 with copper-like highlights
Whenever Mercedes-Benz officially unveils a new generation vehicle, it also creates a special edition model dedicated to the launch of the all-new model. Typically called as the Edition 1, this model is essentially a more lavish version of the newly launched next-gen model. Now, after unveiling the new generation of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan, the carmaker is introducing the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan Edition 1.
As a launch edition model, The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan Edition 1 is differentiated from its ordinary counterpart with a number of visual tweaks. In addition, compared to the ordinary 2019 A-Class Sedan, the Edition 1 will have more equipment included as standard. The A-Class Sedan Edition 1 Edition 1 is essentially derived from the AMG Line version. It features "Edition" badging on the front fenders to communicate to the world that it is not your typical A-Class Sedan.
Visual tweaks implemented on the exterior of the new 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan Edition 1 include a number of copper accents. These copper accents include the pins on its "diamond" front grille as well as on its elegant 19-inch alloy wheels.
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Vietnamese carmaker VinFast gains traction as two models to debut at 2018 Paris Motor Show
The global automotive market is dominated by several major players from Japan, Europe and the United States. Some companies from South Korea and India are also major players in the automotive world. In the recent years, a few automakers from China are making some noise. How about a carmaker from Vietnam?
Here comes VinFast, a virtually unknown carmaker – at least in the global scene --- based in Ha Noi, Vietnam. Seeing itself as brand for Vietnamese cars, VinFast is a part of the VinGroup, a $10-billion conglomerate in Vietnam that is involve in operating shopping malls, resorts, spas, hospitals and schools as well as apartment complexes in the country. Led by 50-year richest man in Vietnam, billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong, VinGroup is venturing into industrial manufacturing through VinFast.
As part of its plan, VinFast will initially focus on the Vietnamese market, as the country's GDP growth is expected to grow between six to seven percent annually. Then, the Vietnamese carmaker will set its eyes on other markets, especially in Southeast Asia.
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2019 Acura ILX receives major refresh with new styling and enhanced techs
Japanese luxury carmaker Acura implemented a surprisingly major refresh of its Acura ILX compact sedan for the 2019 model year. Aside from getting a new styling and enhanced technologies, the 2019 Acura ILX is joining the TLX sedan as well as the RDX and MDX utilities in receiving the latest-generation A-Spec treatment.
The refresh of the new 2019 Acura ILX completes the transformation of the brand's new design identity across it lineup. The compact sedan is now all-new from the A-pillars forward, with a new face taking inspiration from Acura Precision Concept. Its front section is now defined by a more sharply sculpted hood, the Diamond Pentagon Grille as flanked by the seven-element Acura Jewel Eye LED headlights. On the rear, the new ILX features a new rear fascia, an all-new decklid, a lower diffuser with exposed exhaust outlet as well as LED taillights. The new Acura rides on a set of 17-inch split-5 spoke wheel.
The exterior color palette for the new ILX – already featuring Lunar Silver Metallic and Modern Steel Metallic -- has been expanded to include five new colors: Canyon Bronze Metallic, Majestic Black Pearl, Performance Red Pearl and Platinum White Pearl, as well as Apex Blue Pearl that is exclusive for the A-Spec version.
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Production version of Lynk & Co 03 sedan introduced
Lynk & Co, a carmaker founded just two years ago, is introducing its third production model: the Lynk & Co 03 sedan. This new model – derived from a concept first unveiled in April 2017 at the Auto Shanghai – marks the Chinese brand's very first sedan.
When the Chinese carmaker unveiled the Lynk & Co 03 Concept at the 2017 Auto Shanghai, it was easily unmistakable that this sedan concept featured the design cues – both on the front and on the rear ends – of the Lynk & Co 01 and 02 sports utility vehicle. It looked like the 01 and the 02 but in a more aggressive and sportier package.
After more than a year, Lynk & Co – a Chinese-Swedish auto brand owned by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group that also owns Volvo -- is introducing the 03 sedan, which is essentially the production version of the 03 Concept shown in Shanghai in 2017. On a closer look, it seems that the Chinese carmaker didn't bother to change or revise the design of the show car, especially since both the 03 production version and the 03 Concept basically look the same.
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2019 Mercedes-AMG E53 Sedan will be available in the US later this year
Mercedes-AMG only came out with the E43 lineup a few years ago, and already, the said model is ready to retire the badge so they could give way for the arrival of the electrified E53 family. It was first revealed at the beginning of the year during the Detroit Auto Show and came in two body styles, a coupe and a cabriolet. These were then followed by the reveal of the sedan and wagon flavours last month.
And according to the automaker, towards the end of the year, Mercedes will be selling the 2019 model year E53 Sedan in the United States, as a replacement of the E43 Sedan, and it will come along with the more upscale two-door E53 models. To make it clear, the name change is just a minor thing.
The real upgrade is in its performance, as it now packs more power. But instead, the new inline six biturbo 3.0 liter engine has an output of 429 horsepower and 384 pound feet of torque. That's a noticeable difference compared to the old model that offered the output of 396 horsepower and 384 pound feet that came from the former V6 engine.
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Subaru reveals photos of the 2019 WRX, WRX STI Series.Gray
Subaru WRX and WRX STI fans will soon have a new special edition trim available when the 2019 model year debuts. These will be called Series.Gray and they will be available on both models. The special edition will come with a handful of appearance and performance parts inside and out, but this really isn't considered to be new information. Sometime around the end of last month, Subaru announced the 2019 WRX and WRX STI and shared with us most of the details of the Series Gray models. What's new for us would be some details and a number of photographs.
The Series Gray WRX was built off the WRX Premium trim that includes the Performance Package. New features include ultrasuede trimmed Recaro seats, eight-way power driver's seat, JURID front brake pads, a moonroof delete, LED fog lights, keyless entry with push button start, and LED steering responsive headlights. The special edition will only be available with a six speed manual transmission. The WRX Series Gray comes with a price tag of $32,595.
If you are the type of person who would not settle for something common or usual, or want a more unique WRX STI, then the Series Gray may be right for you. When looking at it from the exterior, the package gets a Cool Gray Khaki paint, exclusive Crystal Black Silica badging, foldable exterior mirror, and 19 inch alloy wheels finished in black. The Brembo brakes have a silver finish with a black STI logo. As you move into the interior, you will notice black Ultrasuede with carbon black leather bolster and ultrasuede steering wheel with red stitching which are all standard. There's Recaro seats with an eight way power driver's seat come as standard. Of course, keyless entry with push button start is found in the WRX STI as well.
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Why is Ford getting rid of its sedans and hatchbacks?
A few days back, we discussed that Ford's plan involves retiring most of its compact cars and sedans and replacing them with SUVs. However, there would be two small models that will remain in the lineup -- the Mustang and the Focus Active, at least for the United States. So what is the automaker's reason for doing so? Well, the answer is as simple as this - money.
To support that statement, Jim Hackett, Ford's CEO said in his interview with Automotive News that they have decided to just focus on the healthier part of the business, referring to trucks and crossovers. In the first quarter of 2018 alone, the company's sales of $3 billion all came from this segment. Soon, 90 percent of all sales will come from this.
The CEO added that they will soon deal with the parts of the company that destroy value. He, of course, is speaking of sedans and hatchbacks. In fact, by 2022, they hope to uncover $25.5 billion in savings with the switch to SUVs and trucks. This is double the amount identified back in October ($14 million).
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Geely's flagship Bo Rui GE sedan appears ready to take on the world
During the 2018 Beijing Motor Show, Geely revealed a new flagship saloon model, and for the very first time, it looks like the Chinese automaker might actually set the bar for other international marques to follow.
The Bo Rui GE is the first-ever model to roll out of the automaker's new design centers set up by Peter Horbury, the company's head of design, who once worked in Volvo and is now with Geely to oversee design of the company's subsidiaries. He has been a part of brands like Lotus and LEVC, also known as the company that makes the London taxi.
According to Horbury, the Bo Rui GE was not made under the influence of the Western culture. Rather, it is a sign that the Chinese's tastes are changing. During his interview, he also stated that the Chinese market has evolved and has become more sophisticated and mature compared to how they were a few years ago. This way, the automaker has also evolved into becoming a confident global brand that can now develop segment-leading cars, but still with a hint of its Chinese origin.
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Pininfarina unveils new H500 electric saloon at 2018 Beijing Motor Show
Following the unveiling of the HK GT Gran Turismo at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, Pininfarina is showing off another all-electric car concept. Dubbed as the H500 saloon, this new electric study is being presented at Auto China 2018, also known as the 2018 Beijing Motor Show.
The new H500 saloon is actually one of the two new electric concepts born from the collaboration between Pininfarina and Hybrid Kinetic Group, a Hong Kong-based high-tech brand. The other is the new K350 four-seat sports utility vehicle.
HK GT Gran Turismo, H500 electric saloon and K350 SUV are the newest products of the companies' joint effort to develop clean energy vehicles. All three are being shown at the Beijing Motor Show. The new H500 electric saloon was designed to suit customers with a dynamic lifestyle. It exudes both elegance and sportiness, while boasting sophisticated elements and pure forms.
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Lexus unveils seventh-generation ES premium midsize luxury sedan at Beijing Motor Show
The seventh generation of the Lexus ES premium sedan (2019 model year) has just been unveiled at the 2018 Auto China (Beijing Motor Show), boasting a more dynamic performance, an all-new exterior design as well as a comfortable and luxurious interior.
Essentially, the 2019 Lexus ES owes its latest evolved character to the all-new Global Architecture-K (GA-K) platform. Compared to its predecessor, the all-new ES is longer by 2.6 inches, lower by 0.2 inches, and wider by 1.8 inches. Its wheelbase is longer by 2 inches while its tracks are wider both on the front (by 0.4 inches) and the rear (by 1.5 inches). The Global Architecture-K chassis is a rigid front-wheel drive chassis that makes use of various grades of high-tensile steel to save weight. It features enhancements like an all-new double wishbone suspension design, rack-mounted electric power steering and a V-brace mounted behind the rear seat.
This new platform allowed the new ES to feature a dynamic yet fluid shape, as well as a characteristic silhouette highlighted by an aggressive downward slant. Thanks to its lower height and its fast roofline, the new ES offers a coupe-like profile, a lower and wind-cheating aerodynamics. Up front, the ES features a larger spindle with vertical bars on the ES 350 and the ES 350h, or a blacked out cross-hatch pattern on the ES 350 F SPORT.
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class L Sedan unveiled at 2018 Beijing Motor Show
Mercedes-Benz is showing some love for the automotive customers in China by unveiling the long-wheelbase version of the A-Class at Auto China 2018, also known as the Beijing Motor Show. The very first A-Class L will be exclusively produced in China, with sales to commence in the country and in other parts of the world in the second half of the year.
While the fourth generation of the A-Class bound for Western Europe next month is the hatchback, the A-Class unveiled at Beijing is a notchback, and Mercedes-Benz is officially calling this compact car the A-Class L Sedan, with the "L" suffix referring to its long-wheelbase character.
This is because the wheelbase of the A-Class L Sedan (at 2,789 mm) is around 60 mm longer than that of the A-Class hatchback (at 2,729 mm), offering more knee room for rear passengers. In terms of dimensions, the new A-Class L Sedan measures 4,609 in length, 1,796 mm in width and 1,460 mm in height. It offers up to 420 liters of boot space.
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2018 BMW M3 30 years American Edition is up for grabs for $130,110 in Los Angeles
We first saw the 30 Years American Edition of the BMW M3 (F80) at SEMA last year. This model was created to celebrate three decades of the sports sedan in the United States. And if you were tuned in at that time, you would know that only one car was ever made and it was dressed in a snazzy Frozen Red II Metallic hue that is combined with19 inch front and 20 inch golden M Performance alloy wheels.
And believe it or not, when it first made its debut at Las Vegas, the said model came with a price tag of $128,635. That is double the price of a standard M3 that costs an average $66,500.
Today, the said model has a value of $130,110, and this one off M3 with all the extra cool bits has been put up for sale by a dealer in Los Angeles. This model comes equipped with the optional Competition Package, together with a six speed manual gearbox.
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New VW Jetta GLI to arrive with more powerful engine and independent rear suspension
Volkswagen is all set to commence sales of its 2019 Jetta at dealerships by the second quarter of 2018. Offering a bolder design, a roomier interior space and new technology, is out to prove itself more appealing than its predecessor. Nonetheless, there are customers who are already setting their eyes on the high performance of the sedan – the VW Jetta GLI.
The GLI version of the Jetta has been known to be performance-oriented, offering the sportiest drive and ride from the German carmaker's sedan model. This is basically why some are patiently waiting for this version of the Jetta sedan. Apparently, the next iteration of the VW Jetta won't disappoint, if people from Autoblog are to be believed.
According to Autoblog, citing a representative from VW, the new Jetta GLI won't be equipped with the mill found inside the standard Jetta – a 1.4 liter turbocharged engine that delivers 147 hp (109 kW) of max output and 184 lb.-ft. (249 Nm) of peak torque.
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2019 Acura TLX expands A Spec trim across the range
Acura's A-Spec package will finally be made available to more buyers, according to the automaker. In particular, the 2019 Acura TLX sedan will now offer the appearance treatment for models powered by the base 2.4 liter inline-four engine. Up until now, it had only been the TLX with the V6 engine that could be dressed up in A Spec garb. Due to high customer demand for this, Acura decided to expand its availability.
In other words, it will be more affordable to get your hands on an A-Spec car, now that it is being offered with the TLX's four cylinder engine. Pricing starts at $39,400 before destination costs for the four cylinder A spec, versus $43,765 for the V6 version.
What's included in the 2019 Acura TLX with the A-Spec trim, will be a set of special 19-inch wheels, a unique front fascia with larger intakes, a matte black grille, tinted taillights, a gloss black trunk spoiler, and a couple of visual add ons. Inside the cabin are now sports seats, red LED ambient lighting, red trimmed instruments, brushed aluminum trim, and a steering wheel with a thicker rim.
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2019 Kia K900 debuts in New York packing lots of tech
A couple of weeks ago, we heard that Kia took the covers off its newest K900 in their homeland in South Korea. Now, the automaker does the same for the North American model at the 2018 New York Auto Show. The automaker claims that this model will go on sale in the fourth quarter of 2018, and pricing details will be revealed as we come closer to the launch date.
New K900 just made its debut in the United States, looking pretty much like its South Korean sibling, where the sedan carries the name K9. The design is quite conservative and it maintains a traditional three box shape, and it seems to not want to move towards the sleeker, coupe inspired elements like that in many modern sedans.
The new grille is one thing that Kia is quite proud of, featuring a wavy mesh with 176 cells. Apparently, this design was made to release energy moving away from its center, similar to how ripples in water move away from the impact of a splash. The poetic concept is not very obvious when looking at the real thing though.
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Updated 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 lineup gets digital cockpit, modified drive programs
Mercedes-Benz has chosen New York City as the location to reveal to us the refreshed C63 AMG family. These comprise the coupe, sedan, and cabriolet. In fact, we have seen the pre production models being tested but finally, the automaker has decided to get rid of the camouflage.
Now, we finally see them in the flesh, and we would say that one of the most obvious changes would be the new Panamericana grille that is actually pretty standard across the AMG line. That's not the only thing it has been given though, as the 2019 C63's front fascia has slightly been reworked as well. Meanwhile, the rear part gets twin tailpipes with high gloss chrome and a tweaked rear diffuser.
Under the hood of this C63 is a biturbo 4.0 liter V8 that enables it to produce 469 horsepower (350 kilowatts), while the C63 S has 503 horsepower (375 kilowatts). The engine is paired with a nine speed wet clutch automatic gearbox, which has been replaced by the seven speed unit in the outgoing model.
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Flying into the Sun in Sapphire Tubes
Later this summer, a NASA solar probe will travel into the corona of the Sun—closer than any mission before—through material with temperatures greater than a million degrees Fahrenheit.
If the mission is successful, it will mark a great leap forward in knowledge of our Sun and how it works. It will also be a feat of engineering and material selection.
As a company that works with super hard materials like sapphire, we found it fascinating how NASA used sapphire tubes to protect the probe's wiring. But before we get into the probe's use of sapphire tubes, we should address the elephant in the room: How nothing manmade can withstand a million degrees.
So what gives? It has to do with the difference between heat and temperature.
Temperature versus Heat
Temperature is a measurement of how fast particles are moving, while heat is a measurement of how much energy those particles transfer. In space, especially near the sun, the temperature can be extremely high, but that space's ability to heat an adjacent object is still relatively low because there are so few particles in space.
A good analogy: You can hold your hand in an oven with a temperature of 400 degrees Fahrenheit much longer than you can hold your hand in a boiling pot of water, even though boiling water has a much lower temperature (212 degrees Fahrenheit). That's because there are more particles in the water and therefore they transfer their energy much more efficiently to your hand.
Sapphire Tubes Protecting Niobium Wires
Back to the probe. The main reason the Parker Solar Probe, as its called, won't melt as it approaches the Sun is its custom heat shield. The Thermal Protection System, or TPS, was designed by Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory and is tested to withstand up to 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit.
But not all the probe's gadgetry will be behind the heat shield, and this created a significant challenge. The Solar Probe Cup, a sensor designed to measure the ion and electron fluxes and flow angles from the Sun, needed its own protection because it sticks out from the side of the probe.
The sensor itself is made of sheets of Titanium-Zirconium-Molybdenum. It's wiring, though made of niobium, an element with a melting point of 4,491 Fahrenheit, still required sapphire tubes for protection thanks to sapphire's superior chemical and UV resistance.
The launch date is set for August 11th. The mission will last seven years as the spacecraft orbits the Sun 24 times. More info on the probe can be found here: Parker Solar Probe.
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The Roncy Toronto is a new condo townhouse project by Worsley Urban. The new development will be located at 436 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto, ON. It is in city of Toronto. The Roncy is 8 storey building with 93 number of units.The Estimated occupancy of The Roncy is in 2020. Sales of The Roncy From $491,900 to over $1,299,900 CAD.
As expected from a development of Worsley Urban, The Roncy Condos is steps from many transit options, numerous restaurants and cafes, and many stores. The location also allows easy access to the nearby shopping malls such as the Dufferin Mall, a massive shopping centre with big-box anchor stores; Shops at King Liberty shopping mall, and the Toronto Designers Market shopping mall. Walmart and many stores are all a short drive away. Highly accessible, the condos are within walking distance to many subway stations. Dundas West subway station is simply a walk away. Bloor train station serving on GO Transit's Kitchener line and Union Pearson Express rail services is also minutes from The Roncy Condos. Lansdowne, Keele and Dufferin subway stations are all within reach. Situated right next to the massive High Park and the beautiful Grenadier Pond, you enjoy hiking trails, the zoo, sports fields and a large children's playground, all a short walk away.
The Roncy Condos is an eight-storey, 93 carefully considered unit set of condominiums and six street-level townhomes within the iconic Toronto neighbourhood of Roncesvalles Village. The mid-rise condos have a highlighted brick façade that beautifully contrasts with its deep-set grays. The ground-level retail spaces give the entire structure a vibrancy that matches tone with the vibrant neighbourhood. The townhomes will be three-storey high and will have three-bedrooms each with rooftop terraces and a private driveway. The condo units will be one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites. The suites on the top floor will have their private terraces. The residents will enjoy more than 3,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor amenities. There will be underground parking – 77 for cars and 58 for bicycles for both residents and visitors. The mid-rise construction of The Roncy is in strict conformity to the city's rules that require new structures to be in harmony with their surroundings.
Developer of The Roncy, Worsley Urban was founded by developers Dino Longo and Howard Goldstein. The company is committed to delivering quality boutique residential developments within urban communities. Worsley Urban pushes the design boundaries, and combines traditional and contemporary architecture that complement the surrounding neighbourhoods. With an emphasis on architectural style, workmanship and sophisticated design, Worsley's developments are sustainable dwellings that focus on creating everlasting value for their homebuyers. The company selects sites that are in prime locations with close access to public transit and within walking distance to shops, restaurants, entertainment, and green spaces. Worsley's buildings stand out for their distinctiveness, charm and elegance.
The neighbourhood of The Roncy Condos has it all – walking access to a dozen restaurants and cafes, numerous stores and massive greenspaces of the High Park. The many restaurants steps from the condo-townhomes include La Cubana, a retro-style diner serving Cuban fare; Sunrise Grill & Crepe, a cozy diner for all-day breakfast bites; Butler's Pantry that serves world comfort foods; and Pizzeria Defina offering creative wood-fired pies. There are almost a dozen restaurants and cafes right at your doorstep. There are more stores seconds from The Roncy Condos, including Sweet Thrills, Scout, Hey Kiddo, Old Country Shop, Tealish, Muttonhead, and Pollock's Carpket Market. Toronto Public Library-High Park Library is within walking distance. The best part of the neighbourhood is the massive High Park, a 161 hectares municipal park that has sporting facilities, a large playground for children, gardens, a zoo, and educational and cultural facilities. Being close to eateries, stores, shopping malls, vast greenspaces, the waterfront, highway and subway stations, life at The Roncy is beyond excellence.
For the residents of The Roncy Condos, many transit options are just steps away. The condo-townhomes are simply a walk away from Dundas West subway station. Keele subway station is also within walking distance. Other subway stations nearby such as Lansdowne and High Park, and also the Bloor train station are just a short walk away. Gardiner Expy is also a short drive away. The many arterial streets such as Dundas St W, Bloor St W, and Keele St allow you to move around the neighbourhood and nearby areas most comfortably. If you take the Roncesvalles Ave, you can reach the waterfront in minutes. Right at your doorstep are bus stations that add to the convenience of reaching the subway stations, nearby areas, and Downtown Toronto. If you travel via Dundas St W, you can easily reach Downtown in just 13 minutes. Subways, highway, buses and arterial streets are all within easy reach, making travelling most convenient for the residents of The Roncy.
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