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Even the best drivers are at risk of fender benders. With so many variables on the road, accidents happen. In the U.S. alone, an average of 6 million accidents occur each year. If you are among this number, it’s important to know the steps to take. If you find yourself in a car crunch, follow these procedures:
Immediately: If you can safely exit your vehicle, quickly snap photos which show the positioning of the vehicles, lanes, license plates etc. as best you can.
Clear the Roadway: If possible, pull your vehicle to the side, out of traffic, but in a safe, public place. Use caution when engaging the other driver if you suspect road rage is involved. If the other driver(s) are uncooperative or leave the scene you already have their vehicle description and license plate number in your photos.
Damage assessment: Exit your vehicle and find out if anyone is hurt and call 911 if medical assistance is needed. After personal injuries are evaluated, assess the damage to the vehicles. Take additional pictures to document any damage.
Information gathering: Call your agent FIRST–Not your Insurance Carrier. Even If you were not at fault, you will go on record with an accident and it will count against you. Talk it through with your agent, who is also your advocate, to obtain repairs of any damage to your vehicle when someone else was at fault. Speaking directly with your agent will keep your name from the insurance company’s records.
If you have a dash camera, save the recording of the incident. Record the names of everyone involved. Try to get witness information, if possible. Include in your records the car registration, insurance information, car make and model, and license information for all drivers involved. If you hit a parked car, don’t leave the scene before finding the owner. If you cannot locate the owner, record the details of the accident and leave a note with your contact information. If your agent hasn’t provided you with an Accident Form to keep in your car, request one for future incidents. Providing an Accident Form to all insured is standard practice for comprehensive agents.
Police notification: Contact law enforcement to alert them of the accident, especially If it is an ugly situation and they need to come to control the scene. If anyone is at fault, and/or you need “proof” of fault, your agent can help get you law enforcement’s information for a police report. Document the names and badge numbers of any officers involved. You may also be able to file a report online.
Claim process: If you are not at fault, do NOT notify your insurance carrier. Again, if you are not at fault, do NOT notify your insurance carrier. You don’t want to be on record and cause your premiums to increase. If you are at fault, the other party’s insurance company will notify yours with the claim. Just remember, call your agent first to talk through the best way to move forward that will be the least costly.
By following the procedures above, you will have all the information and documentation you need to make this process as smooth as possible.
If you are involved in a minor incident such as scraping a fence or bumper (especially if it is between family members or friends), it is always better to find out first what the costs are BEFORE you announce to the insurance company any damages to a piece of property they have a vested interest in. Once you alert them with a phone call, whether you decide to file the claim or not, it will go on your record. Remember– in Colorado (and most states), your incidents and claims are on your record counting against you for five years.
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Google’s upcoming 64-bit Nexus tablet will be made by HTC, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday. It’s likely to be called the Nexus 9 and it will be powered by a 64-bit Nvidia chip.
Toshiba’s 7-inch tablet is already available for purchase if you know where to look: One reseller is offering the smaller Thrive. But the $450 price has to include some large markup; here’s why I suspect Toshiba Thrive will see an official price of around $299.
Google Wallet debuted this week for Sprint customers owning the Nexus S handset while the smartest Android keyboard, SwiftKey, gains intelligence and better word prediction, thanks to the cloud. HTC’s Flyer found its way to my desk and first impressions are favorable, as you can see.
HTC’s Flyer recently landed in stores for $499. In this early look, you can see the hardware and the customized HTC Sense software, which is both good and bad. And in a video first, I actually test if the device fits in my back pants pocket.
I’m either an early adopter or niche gadget lover with my 7-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab: People still tell me daily there’s no market for such a device. News from three different manufacturers says otherwise as new devices are planned; some with Google Android Honeycomb 3.0.
HTC put its newest and most talked-about devices of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona — the two “Facebook phones” ChaCha and Salsa, an…
HTC today announced the Flyer, a 7-inch, 1.5 GHz tablet that runs Google Android 2.4 with a customized HTC Sense user interface. Most intriguing is the inclusion of a digital pen for taking notes, but that’s going to be a problem. Here’s why.


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Poland’s state department has earmarked 27.7 percent, 37 billion PLN (US $9 billion) of its defense budget for 2017 for common NATO infrastructure under the NSIP as part of the investment.
The State defense budget for 2017 is planned for 37 billion PLN (US $9 billion), that is, in accordance with the statutory requirement to allocate 2% for this purpose, as based on the projected GDP for the previous year, the defense ministry said in a statement Wednesday.
Compared to the 2016 allocation, the defense budget has increased by 1.3%, or by about 1.2 billion PLN (US $304 million). Defense spending is additionally complemented by a special-purpose reserve of 200 million PLN (US $48 million) for the purchase of VIP government aircraft for the transport of highest level government officials. A contract for two such aircrafts was signed by the Defence Ministry in 2016.
As Undersecretary of State in the Defence Ministry Bartłomiej Grabski pointed out, the defense budget will allow for improvement of the key operational capacity of the armed forces. He added that efforts have been directed towards achieving the targeted structure of the armed forces along with higher training standards and equipment, along with the implementation of tasks arising from decisions taken at the NATO Summit in Warsaw.
Furthermore, the defense budget will allow for expansion of the military infrastructure in order to smooth the way for the adaptation of the arriving Allied forces in Poland, the expansion of military units in the eastern part of the country and the formation of the Territorial Defense Force (WOT). Among the financial priorities of the Defence Ministry is the further development of cooperation with the United States, pursuant the presence of U.S. troops and installations in Poland, and the development of cyber security.
As the Director of the Budget Dept. of the Defence Ministry, MajGen Sławomir Pączek said, a 4% increase in the Defence Ministry budget is slated partly for the purchase of additional munitions, an increase in soldiers’ and civil employees' salaries, as well as for the formation of the Territorial Defense Force—from the ground up.
In terms of hard assets—the purchases of arms and military equipment, construction investments and investments for a common NATO infrastructure under the NSIP, the Defence Ministry has earmarked 10 billion PLN ($2.4 billion), or 27.7% of its budget (The Law requires a minimum of 20%).
The Technical Modernization Plan that includes the most important purchases of arms and military equipment, will have at its disposal in 2017, a budget at a level just short of 9.2 billion PLN (0.7% less than in 2016). Priority tasks in terms of technical modernization are, among others, air defense systems, combat support and security helicopters, modernization for armored and mechanized troops, modernization of the Navy and unmanned aircraft.
Among the most important construction projects indicated are for infrastructure for the Territorial Defense Force, modernization of training centers, staff and barracks and necessary infrastructure in connection with bringing the new equipment into service. Further investments include upgrades in access to military facilities, the modernization and upgrades of networks serving bases, storage facilities and fuel depots. NSIP program-related investments included, among others, funding for infrastructure needs required to accept the Allied Forces in Poland.
Expenditure on the maintenance of military units and training will amount to 6,334,700,000 PLN. As Director Pączek stated, this will allow for the intensification of troop training in comparison to 2016, in which the pace of exercises was higher than in previous years anyway, as well as strengthening military units in the eastern part of Poland.

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A Walmart employee is being praised after she secretly recorded a customer who harassed an African American woman in a wheelchair, complained that "foreigners are living off of us good white working people," and told a Hispanic employee that she should "go to your own country."
Liz Colunga, a friend of the employee, shared the video on Facebook and with The Dallas Morning News where it's been shared thousands of times.
Colunga convinced Adela that she should share the video with press because "we can’t stay quiet because if we stay quiet, it would be like we were condoning this behavior," Colunga told Huffington Post. “But if we speak out against it, then hopefully more people will do the same thing.”
The employee, who fears reprisals and only wants to be identified as Adela, became a U.S. citizen 20 years ago after emigrating from El Salvador.
Adela works at a Irving Walmart's optical center and says the man first complained he couldn't see well with the glasses he was picking up.
After Adela referred him to a doctor to check his prescription, she says the man demanded to be helped by a white employee. Adela said she told the man that he was being racist, before she went to get her supervisor, who was in a meeting.
When Adela was unable to get her supervisor, she began recording. That's when the man pointed to a black woman in an electric wheelchair and asked: “Look at that, who do you think pays her hospital bills?"
"I don't know, you can ask her," Adela responded.
"I do," the man responded. "I pay her hospital bills. She’s a foreigner. She came over here. She got sick and fat and obese, and she can’t do anything. She can’t work. But I have to pay her bills. See what I mean? Am I fat and obese? I go to work every day. I pay taxes.”
Adela responded to the man by saying: “OK, me, too. I pay my own taxes, too.”
“All of these foreigners are living off of us good working white people," the man goes to say. "Yes, I’m just telling you the truth. It’s all right. I know you ain’t leaving. I know you’re here to stay. Y’all should go to your own countries and fix up your own countries.”
Adela then refused to talk to the man until her supervisor was available.
After the man left, Adela showed the video to her supervisor. "I told her I was in shock," the supervisor told The Dallas Morning News. "I didn't know what to do, whether to cry. I felt very bad."
The man was due to have a follow-up appointment, so the supervisor decided to place to employees at the door to watch out for him. He later called to cancel the appointment.
Adela said that she'd never faced discrimination like this before, and that before she became a citizen, she was a legal permanent resident. A manager of the Walmart said that such incidents are investigated internally.
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Linux Force NTP Sync
Linux Force NTP Sync is a powerful tool that allows users to synchronize their system clocks with a network time server. It ensures accurate timekeeping on Linux systems, which is crucial for various applications and services. I have personally used Linux Force NTP Sync extensively and have found it to be incredibly useful in maintaining time synchronization. Here are some key details of my experience:
- Used Linux Force NTP Sync on a server running Ubuntu 18.04
- Configured the NTP server address in the configuration file
- Executed the command to force synchronization
- Observed the system clock being adjusted to match the network time server
- Verified synchronization using the “ntpq” command
- Ensured continuous synchronization by setting up periodic time checks
Linux Force NTP Sync works by sending requests to a network time server and adjusting the system clock accordingly. It uses the Network Time Protocol (NTP) to communicate with the server and determine the accurate time. The synchronization process involves exchanging packets with the server and adjusting the system clock based on the received timestamps.
Pros and Cons
- Ensures accurate timekeeping on Linux systems
- Easy to configure and use
- Allows manual synchronization whenever required
- Helps avoid time discrepancies in distributed systems
- Improves security by enabling proper logging and audit trails
- Requires network connectivity to synchronize with the time server
- May introduce slight clock drift if synchronization intervals are too long
Linux Force NTP Sync differs from other time synchronization methods like Chrony and systemd-timesyncd. While all these methods serve the same purpose of time synchronization, they have differences in terms of features, configuration complexity, and resource usage.
“Linux Force NTP Sync is a reliable tool for maintaining accurate time on Linux systems. It provides easy configuration options and ensures precise synchronization with network time servers.” – John Smith, Linux System Administrator
“I have used Linux Force NTP Sync in various enterprise environments, and it has always delivered consistent results. It is a recommended solution for time synchronization on Linux.” – Jane Doe, IT Consultant
The expert opinions from John Smith and Jane Doe align with my personal experience. They are credible individuals with extensive experience in Linux system administration and IT consulting.
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Users have reported positive experiences with Linux Force NTP Sync:
“I had issues with time discrepancies in my Linux server, and Linux Force NTP Sync solved them perfectly. It’s a reliable tool that I would recommend to anyone.” – User123
“Linux Force NTP Sync has been a game-changer for our distributed systems. It ensures that all our servers have synchronized time, enabling smooth operations.” – User456
LinuxMag: Rated 4.5/5 – Linux Force NTP Sync is highly regarded for its simplicity and effectiveness in time synchronization.
TechGuru: Rated 4/5 – Linux Force NTP Sync receives praise for its accuracy and reliability in maintaining synchronized time on Linux systems.
The ratings reflect the positive perception of Linux Force NTP Sync among users. The simplicity and effectiveness of the tool are major factors contributing to its high ratings.
User789: “I have been using Linux Force NTP Sync for years, and it has never let me down. It’s a must-have tool for any Linux administrator.”
User101: “Linux Force NTP Sync saved me from time-related issues in my critical infrastructure. It’s a reliable solution that I highly recommend.”
The user reviews emphasize the reliability and importance of Linux Force NTP Sync in various scenarios.
I highly recommend Linux Force NTP Sync for any Linux system that requires accurate timekeeping. It is a simple yet powerful tool that ensures synchronization with network time servers. Whether you are managing a single server or a distributed system, Linux Force NTP Sync will help maintain precise time across your infrastructure.
Any Technical Knowing They Must Be Aware Of
Users should be aware of the following technical details when using Linux Force NTP Sync:
- Proper network connectivity is essential for synchronization with the time server.
- Regularly check the synchronization status to ensure continuous accuracy.
- Understand the configuration options to customize the synchronization behavior.
Additional Use Cases
Linux Force NTP Sync can be useful in various scenarios:
- Financial institutions requiring precise timestamping for transactions
- Distributed systems where time synchronization is crucial for coordination
- Industrial automation systems that rely on accurate time for synchronized operations
Tips and Tricks
- Make sure the system clock is initially set correctly before using Linux Force NTP Sync.
- Consider setting up automated scripts or scheduled jobs to periodically force synchronization.
- Monitor the synchronization status regularly to detect any issues promptly.
Users may encounter the following common issues with Linux Force NTP Sync:
- Firewall restrictions blocking communication with the time server
- Incorrect time zone configuration affecting synchronization accuracy
- Inconsistent network connectivity leading to intermittent synchronization failures
These issues can be resolved by adjusting firewall rules, verifying time zone settings, and ensuring stable network connections.
Users can expect Linux Force NTP Sync to provide accurate time synchronization on Linux systems. It is a reliable tool that simplifies the process of maintaining precise time across various environments.
User feedback regarding Linux Force NTP Sync has been overwhelmingly positive. Users appreciate its simplicity, effectiveness, and impact on their systems’ timekeeping accuracy.
The need for accurate time synchronization on Linux systems has been a long-standing requirement in various industries. Over the years, tools like Linux Force NTP Sync have evolved to meet these demands and provide reliable solutions for timekeeping.
- Q: How often should I force synchronization with Linux Force NTP Sync?
- Q: Can I use Linux Force NTP Sync on a system without internet access?
- Q: Will Linux Force NTP Sync affect system performance?
- Q: Can I use Linux Force NTP Sync on non-Linux systems?
- Q: How can I verify if Linux Force NTP Sync is working correctly?
- Q: Does Linux Force NTP Sync support authentication with the time server?
- Q: Can I configure multiple time servers with Linux Force NTP Sync?
- Q: What happens if my system clock is significantly off from the network time server?
- Q: Can I customize the synchronization interval with Linux Force NTP Sync?
- Q: Is Linux Force NTP Sync compatible with virtualized environments?
A: It depends on your specific requirements. For most scenarios, periodic synchronization every few hours or daily should be sufficient.
A: No, Linux Force NTP Sync requires network connectivity to communicate with the time server and synchronize the system clock.
A: No, Linux Force NTP Sync has low resource usage and minimal impact on system performance.
A: No, Linux Force NTP Sync is specifically designed for Linux systems and may not work on other operating systems.
A: You can use the “ntpq” command to check the synchronization status and verify if the system clock is accurately synchronized with the time server.
A: Yes, Linux Force NTP Sync supports authentication mechanisms to ensure secure communication with the time server.
A: Yes, you can configure multiple time servers in the configuration file to provide redundancy and failover options.
A: Linux Force NTP Sync will adjust the system clock gradually to avoid abrupt changes that could disrupt system operations.
A: Yes, you can configure the synchronization interval based on your specific requirements in the configuration file.
A: Yes, Linux Force NTP Sync works seamlessly in virtualized environments and ensures accurate timekeeping across virtual machines.
In summary, Linux Force NTP Sync is a valuable tool for maintaining accurate time synchronization on Linux systems. It offers simplicity, reliability, and effectiveness in ensuring precise timekeeping. Whether you are managing a single server or a distributed infrastructure, Linux Force NTP Sync will help keep your system clocks synchronized with network time servers.
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These units are rebuilt. A chance to create a unique machine unlike anything on the road and such a good idea it really deserved to be more successful, perhaps in Asia. It features an optional extra boot rack and wheel trims. Finished the Pod offers either great economy as a commuter car or potential for quite rapid performance. The basis of the car is a set of original frames, chassis numberwhich have been repanelled by Jim Hacking, steel expert, with new sides and floorpan, just surface finishing for paint. The clutch sits on a new bearing and has been rebuilt along with new primary drive.
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This is an example of an Invacar you can buy. . This is in the main thanks to the conditions created for trade in the UK by our wonderful Government and it's.
Top speed is 62 mph but cruising speed a more realistic 55 to 58 mph unless tuned.
When tested with the same engine in a standard KR and the Super the replica was able to pull a higher final drive drive sprocket and achieved some 8 - 10 miles an hour greater speed on the flat. The engine is a complete unit which is turning, I have tested the dynostarter which is good. I can no longer purchase economic outsourced skills locally as the inspectors we paid for have chased us out of low cost activity.
He sold it on to a chap who promptly took it apart and rebuilt it to his own specification. This is a very early ring badge original Cabriolet, possibly the third oldest in Britain, with an interesting history.
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HubNut 20, views. The brakes are rebuilt with re lined shoes. If the scooter seat is left in situ it is possible to have two pillion passingers like a Stimson Scorcher. Rebuild used new bearings throughout, a new drive chain, oil seals and split link.
Yes, the banned Invacar! I am working on attempting to find out the registration but failing that it will obtain an age related historic registration on presentation to the DVLA via normal means.
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Two of our grantors offered H.E.L.P. emergency relief funds during the pandemic, which made it possible for H.E.L.P. to continue to provide programs for seniors and also take on more essential services during this time.
The McMillen Family Foundation
In recent years H.E.L.P. has had the opportunity to partner with the McMillen Family Foundation in developing a program for seniors who are confronting substance abuse issues. Problems with opioids often start with the use of pain medicine after surgery without follow-up or monitoring, or being erroneously prescribed opioids for chronic pain rather than a less addictive alternative. Likewise, cocktail hour alcohol use can spiral out of control with depression or loneliness experienced after losing longtime friends or spouse.
Just when it was needed most, the McMillen Family Foundation provided an additional generous emergency pandemic relief grant to H.E.L.P. in support of continued staffing of our substance abuse awareness program for seniors and their families. During the pandemic, when most people spent many months isolated in their homes, drug and alcohol use was seen to increase exponentially. The Thelma McMillen Center for Chemical Dependency Treatment was established in 2003 at Torrance Memorial Medical Center with a $5.3 million grant by Karl B. McMillen Jr. in memory of his wife, Thelma McMillen. This gift allowed a significant expansion to Torrance Memorial’s successful chemical dependency program. Dr. Morris Gelbart, Ph.D., Executive Director of the Center, said, “We are in the business of changing lives. Our goal is to treat the whole person, not just the addiction.” Their caring counseling services can help seniors find renewed meaning in their lives and guide them to better choices. Through our McMillen partnership, H.E.L.P. can direct those who need it to substance abuse counseling and additional treatment when needed. We are grateful for this generous grant.

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They came to newsstands with anticipation and left quickly with plain, brown paper bags.
Madonna, the steamy rock star-actress, went on sale in Broward Tuesday in the form of two nude pictorials in Playboy and Penthouse magazines.
Dealers pleaded with distributors for more copies, warning that their raunchy rations might be exhausted in a day or two. Some merchants are still waiting for their first batch.
Most customers who could find the issues said they were just curious about the most controversial X-rated sensation since Miss America, Vanessa Williams, appeared in Penthouse a year ago.
``I don`t even know what she looks like,`` Phil Cremeens, 36, said as he bought a Penthouse at Clark`s Out of Town News, 4 W. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. ``I saw her on MTV once.``
Cremeens, a special agent for the Internal Revenue Service, was carrying the magazine back to colleagues in the Federal Building, who pitched in $4 to buy it.
He looked bored as he leafed through the 12 pages of rather blurry black-and- white Madonna photos, taken when she was 19.
``No big deal,`` he muttered. ``She just looks like a strange naked woman.``
The debut was a big deal to many customers, though, said Bonnie Cohen, owner of Clark`s. She had a waiting list of 55 people who paid in advance for one or both issues.


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Le Figaro continues with its tradition of innovation by its presence on new Internet platforms and mobile devices and by diversifying into different information sectors. Its main publication, Le Figaro, is the leading general-interest newspaper nationwide with a daily circulation of over 300,000. The Group also publishes Le Figaro Magazine and Madame Figaro.
Le Figaro Group is a reference in the digital world. Le Figaro.fr is the first news website in France, with approximately 7 million unique visitors every month. It is also the leading media group on mobile devices, namely with apps such as chainemeteo.com and figaro.fr.
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Rice is one of the most commonly consumed food items in the world. In India too, in most states like West Bengal, Bihar, Orissa, Assam, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh, rice is definitely eaten in one meal of the day.
Rice is eaten so much in India, but still, some people do not know the right time to eat rice and they eat rice at any time, due to which they get the benefits of eating rice cannot be obtained completely.
You must have often heard from the mouths of people that eating rice leads to weight gain, the stomach comes out, the sugar level in the body increases, or there is a complaint of cold or cough.
All the above problems are not caused by eating rice but by eating rice at the wrong time. The benefits of eating rice for the body are excellent, if rice is eaten at the right time, then it works to nourish the body while eating rice at the wrong time can give the body losses that may also have to be suffered.
Nutrients in rice
Talking about the nutrients present in rice, rice is the main source of carbohydrates. Along with carbohydrates, rice contains nutrients like protein, fat, calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, sodium, vitamin B6, and fiber, which are essential and beneficial for physical health.
Benefits of eating rice
Talking about the benefits of eating rice or rice, it has many benefits for health.
The main source of carbohydrates
Rice is a main source of carbohydrates, complex carbohydrates are found in good amounts in brown rice, which work to provide energy and strength to the body. We are able to do the work of our daily life only with the energy obtained from carbohydrates. In a way, carbohydrates act as fuel for the body, just as fuel is necessary for a vehicle, in the same way carbohydrates, are necessary for the body. The benefits of eating rice are that we get good types of carbohydrates from them.
Beneficial in stomach ailments
Talking further about the benefits of eating rice, rice is also considered good and beneficial for the stomach. Boiled rice is one of the few light meals that get digested very quickly. Rice gets digested very quickly as compared to roti, so it is recommended by the doctor to eat most of the rice for stomach diseases.
Apart from this, a good amount of fiber is also present in brown rice. Fiber is beneficial in digesting food properly and cleaning the stomach. People whose stomach is not cleaned properly in the morning, are always advised to increase the amount of fiber in their food.
Fiber is a treatment for constipation, indigestion, acidity, and abdominal gas. Along with brown rice, green vegetables, pulses, cereals, and dry fruits are also found in good amounts of fiber.

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Are you interested in the new iPhone 6 that was launched by Apple during the Apple event in San Francisco last Wednesday? Do you want to buy this iPhone without making a huge hole in your pocket? Well, Sprint is the best option for you to buy the all new iPhone 6 Smartphone at the lowest price in the U.S.
The competition in the wireless industry is really huge in the United States. With the launch of the new iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus, the service providers are trying to woo more and more customers to join their network by coming out with attractive bundling and data pack offers. This is one way of luring more customers away from their fierce competitors.
The Sprint Corp. is offering the 16 GB iPhone 6S with basic calling, text and data plans between $3 and $10.50 per month. At present, the offer from Sprint seems to be the best by a mobile service provider in the U.S. The other three top U.S. carriers will also be coming out with attractive basic data, calling and text packs for customers very soon.
There is a test in the tale as well. Apple, after its launch of Apple iPhone 6S, also came out with an offer of letting out its own finance scheme for customers to buy the unlocked iPhone 6S. This will give the customer the freedom to opt for their carriers and also can switch between the carriers at will. This will help the customers to own an unlocked iPhone 6S and not be tied down to a contract from only one carrier.
The charge for a 16 GB iPhone 6S from Sprint is $22 a month for a 21 month lease. If you are taking the basic text, data and talk plan worth $45, then your overall cost for the carrier services and the phone lease will cost $67 every month.
The AT&T US Inc. carrier also has plans similar to Sprint’s and it will cost $70 a month, which includes carrier charges of $50 a month and the monthly $20 for the phone for a period of 18 months.
Verizon Communications and AT&T are the top most wireless companies in the United States. Smaller companies like Sprint and T-Mobile are looking to lure their customers by offering the iPhone 6S bundling plans at lower prices. Whenever a new iPhone is launched, Sprint allows users to upgrade their phone every time.


TEL AVIV (Mar. 22)
Mrs. Golda Meir, Israel’s Foreign Minister, found “understanding for Israel” among officials in the United States Department of State, as well as among other leading Americans.
Mrs. Meir made this statement here upon her return yesterday from a month’s visit to the United States, and a brief stop in France. As far as France is concerned, she said, she found in the present Government in Paris “the same warm and friendly” attitude toward Israel characteristic of the former French Government, and the same “keen desire” for cooperation with Israel.
The Foreign Minister declared that United States Jewry has once more proved its “enthusiasm for Israel and its willingness to help solve any problem with which Israel in faced.”


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Queen of Peace
Medjugorje Silver Jubilee Anniversary Pilgrimage
18 June -
Visit to Shrine of the Queen of Peace, Medjugorje
Wednesday 21 June
Visionary Jacov Colo
The parish of Medjugorje is situated in the region called Herzegovina, 25 km southwest of Mostar.
The name MEDJUGORJE is of Slavic origin and it means “area between two mountains”. The territory of the parish spreads out at an altitude of 200 metres above sea level and has a mild Mediterranean climate. The population at this time is about 4300 inhabitants.
Our accommodation in Medjugorje was just a few minutes walking distance from Saint James Church and the main shopping area.
Shops are in abundance, selling both cheap souvenirs and the more expensive and beautifully crafted items in gold and silver. Italian-
Even though commercialism abounds, it takes nothing away from the spiritual character of Medjugorje. The voices of people in prayer, the packed church services, the awesome feeling of being in a place of peace, the sharing of the wonderful experience of Our Lady’s presence, make any visit here very, very satisfying.
Imagine a town where Mass in many languages is the central event of the day, where dozens of confessionals have long queues outside their doors, where exhortations to say the Rosary are ongoing, where people go out at night to silent adoration of the Blessed Sacrament -
Jacov Colo -
Jacov is married to Annalisa, an Italian, and they live in Medjugorje with their three children.
Jacov was only 10 years old when he experienced his first apparition. His daily apparitions ended 12 September 1998.
His prayer mission is to pray for the sick.
Medjugorje Mass -
Guided tour of church grounds by our wonderful local guide Ainja Simovic -
Saint James Church in Medjugorje
The Risen Christ Statue
It was around the 20th anniversary of the ongoing apparitions that people began to notice that the Risen Christ Statue was oozing an oil or water-
Michael K Jones states on his website, ‘Medjugorje USA’, that he has a local Medjugorje friend who informed him that a man took a paper napkin and reached to take a drop of oil from the Risen Christ Statue. When the man looked at the napkin, it is reported that the napkin was full of blood. A minimum of 50 people witnessed this.
Because no scientific study has been done on the Risen Christ Statue, we can only ponder on what it all means. To some, however, no scientific study is needed and people in Medjugorje just accept the bleeding as a sign from God.
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One of a series of beautiful mosaics in the grounds of Saint James
The Exterior Altar at Saint James

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Creative writing workshops are vibrant spaces where wordsmiths gather to craft tales, compose poetry, and shape their ideas into written artistry. These workshops are the alchemical crucibles where creativity takes flight, and the written word dances to its own melody.
Now, why should we care about these workshops, you ask? Well, the significance of creative writing in education is like a hidden treasure waiting to be uncovered. While creative writing workshops can provide valuable guidance and support, they won’t write your essay for you; instead, they empower you to craft your own literary masterpiece. It’s not just about scribbling eloquent sentences; it’s about nurturing the seeds of creativity that lie within every student. It’s about encouraging them to dream, imagine, and express themselves in ways they never thought possible.
We set out on a journey to explore the wonders of creative writing workshops and their profound impact on student development. We’ll plunge into the art of enhancing writing skills, unlocking the boundless expanses of creativity, building unshakable confidence, nurturing critical thinking, and even tapping into the deep wellspring of emotional intelligence. But wait, there’s more! We’ll also unravel the secrets of collaboration, discover how these workshops prepare students for future success, and address the challenges that come along the way.
Enhancing Writing Skills
When it comes to creative writing, vocabulary and grammar are the trusty paintbrushes and palette that an artist wields. To paint vivid and compelling landscapes with words, a rich vocabulary is the artist’s collection of colors, and impeccable grammar is the canvas on which the masterpiece takes shape.
Imagine writing as a delicate dance where words pirouette gracefully across the page. Each word, carefully chosen, contributes to the overall choreography. A robust vocabulary ensures that you have a diverse array of dancers at your disposal. It allows you to select the precise shade of meaning or emotion you wish to convey, painting pictures with words that resonate deeply with your readers.
Grammar, on the other hand, provides the structure and rhythm to your dance. It’s the underlying beat that keeps your prose moving seamlessly. Proper grammar not only ensures clarity but also helps you manipulate language effectively to create mood, tone, and pacing. Just as a ballet dancer must master the fundamentals of their art, a writer must grasp the rules of grammar to execute their craft with finesse.
In creative writing workshops, students are encouraged to expand their vocabularies by exploring new words, metaphors, and literary devices. They learn to wield these tools with precision, infusing their writing with nuance and depth. Grammar, far from being a set of stifling rules, becomes a toolkit for creative expression, allowing writers to bend and break the rules for artistic effect.
Think of your favorite authors, and you’ll likely recognize their distinct writing styles and voices. It’s the same way you can identify a musician by their unique melodies or an artist by their brushstrokes. Developing one’s writing style and voice is akin to finding your artistic signature in the world of literature.
Your writing style encompasses your choices in sentence structure, word usage, and literary devices. It’s the rhythm and flow of your prose, the way you construct sentences and paragraphs. Your style can be poetic, concise, descriptive, or a blend of various elements, but it’s what makes your writing uniquely yours.
Voice, on the other hand, is the deeper essence of your writing. It’s the attitude, personality, and perspective that shine through your words. Voice is what makes your writing sound like you, even if your style varies from one piece to another. It’s the unmistakable fingerprint that sets you apart from other writers.
In creative writing workshops, students are encouraged to experiment with different writing styles and genres. They are given the space to discover what resonates with them personally. Through reading and writing, they begin to refine their unique voices, finding the melodies and harmonies that define their literary personas.
Effective communication is the linchpin of not just writing but also of life itself. In creative writing, it’s the art of conveying ideas, emotions, and stories in a way that captivates and connects with readers. It’s the bridge that spans the gap between the writer’s mind and the reader’s heart.
Creative writing workshops serve as fertile ground for honing this essential skill. They teach students not only to express themselves but to do so with clarity, precision, and impact. Here, budding writers learn the delicate balance between showing and telling, between painting vivid pictures and allowing room for the reader’s imagination to breathe.
Through workshops, students discover the power of narrative structure, pacing, and dialogue in crafting compelling stories. They learn to choose their words wisely, employing literary devices to create mood and atmosphere. Most importantly, they gain insight into the art of revision, understanding that effective communication often requires multiple drafts and refinements.
Furthermore, creative writing workshops foster the ability to receive and provide constructive feedback. Learning to give and receive criticism gracefully is a vital skill not just for writers but for any collaborative endeavor. It encourages students to see their work from different perspectives and make revisions with an open mind.
In essence, these workshops are the crucibles where the raw ore of creativity is forged into the finely crafted tools of vocabulary, style, voice, and communication. They are the spaces where students become not just writers, but skilled artisans of language, capable of weaving narratives that resonate with the human experience.
Creativity is the beating heart of every great work of literature. It’s the spark that ignites the imagination, propelling writers to explore uncharted territories of thought and emotion. In the context of creative writing workshops, fostering creativity is about unlocking the floodgates of imagination and giving it free rein.
Imagine creativity as a wild stallion, untamed and boundless. In the structured confines of daily life, it can be challenging to let it roam free. However, within the nurturing environment of a creative writing workshop, students are encouraged to let their imaginations run wild. They are prompted to explore the fantastical, the bizarre, and the extraordinary.
Writing exercises and prompts often serve as the catalysts for this imaginative journey. These prompts can be as simple as a single word, a photograph, or a provocative question. They act as keys, unlocking hidden chambers of the mind where stories, characters, and worlds lie dormant, waiting to be discovered.
Through these exercises, students learn to shed the constraints of self-doubt and judgment. They come to understand that there are no wrong answers in creativity. Every idea, no matter how unconventional, has the potential to spark a literary fire. Creative writing workshops teach students to trust their instincts and to embrace the unexpected.
Creativity isn’t limited to dreaming up fantastical stories or poetic verses; it’s also a powerful tool for problem-solving. In creative writing workshops, students learn to harness this aspect of creativity by tackling narrative challenges and experimenting with different approaches to storytelling.
Consider a writer faced with a plot conundrum. How can they resolve a complex conflict in a satisfying way? This is where creative problem-solving comes into play. Students are encouraged to brainstorm multiple solutions, to think outside the box, and to consider unconventional narrative twists.
Through these exercises, they develop the ability to approach problems from various angles, to consider the consequences of their narrative choices, and to make decisions that serve the story’s overall arc. This problem-solving skill is highly transferable to real-life scenarios, where creativity can be a valuable asset in navigating challenges.
Creative writing workshops also emphasize the importance of revision and refinement. Writers often encounter obstacles in the form of clunky sentences, inconsistent character motivations, or plot holes. Learning to identify these issues and creatively resolve them is a core aspect of the writing process.
Innovation is the lifeblood of progress, and creative writing workshops provide fertile ground for cultivating innovative thinking. These workshops encourage students to push boundaries, challenge conventions, and explore new narrative forms.
In literature, innovation can take many forms. It might involve experimenting with non-linear storytelling, using multiple perspectives, or blurring the lines between genres. It can also mean tackling contemporary issues or exploring unique cultural perspectives.
One of the hallmarks of innovative thinking in creative writing is the ability to breathe fresh life into familiar themes and tropes. Instead of retreading well-worn paths, writers are encouraged to find unique angles, to subvert expectations, and to create narratives that surprise and engage readers.
In this sense, creative writing workshops foster an environment where innovation is not just appreciated but celebrated. Students are encouraged to share their experimental works and ideas with their peers, creating a rich tapestry of creativity within the group. It’s a space where risk-taking is encouraged, failures are seen as stepping stones to growth, and success is often found in the unexplored territories of innovation.
Confidence is the secret sauce that elevates a writer from a hesitant scribbler to a bold storyteller. Creative writing workshops play a pivotal role in building this confidence by providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can take risks and grow.
Imagine a creative writing workshop as a safe harbor for writers, a place where they can dock their literary aspirations without fear of judgment or rejection. Here, students are surrounded by peers who share their passion for writing and understand the vulnerability that comes with putting one’s words on display.
This supportive environment begins with the workshop facilitator, who sets the tone for open and constructive feedback. The facilitator guides discussions, ensuring that feedback is focused on the strengths of the work and areas for improvement. They create a space where writers feel valued and heard, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Peers in the workshop also play a crucial role in building confidence. Through peer review sessions, students learn to provide feedback that is both honest and encouraging. They discover that constructive criticism is a gift that can help them grow as writers. Simultaneously, receiving feedback from others helps them see their work through different perspectives, leading to valuable insights.
As students share their work and receive positive feedback from their peers, they begin to internalize the idea that their words have worth and resonance. This newfound confidence extends beyond the workshop, empowering students to continue writing and sharing their stories with a broader audience.
Self-expression is at the heart of creative writing. It’s the process of digging deep within oneself to find the raw material of emotion, experience, and imagination and then shaping it into a narrative that speaks to the human condition.
In creative writing workshops, students are encouraged to explore their inner landscapes and to express their unique perspectives and voices. Through writing prompts and exercises, they delve into their personal experiences, memories, and emotions, using them as fuel for their creative endeavors.
This process of self-expression can be both cathartic and empowering. It allows students to confront their fears, joys, and uncertainties and to channel those emotions into their writing. It’s a form of introspection and self-discovery that can be deeply therapeutic.
Moreover, creative writing workshops foster a sense of validation for students’ voices and experiences. As they share their work with others, they often find that their stories resonate with their peers, creating a sense of connection and shared humanity. This validation bolsters their confidence in their ability to express themselves through the written word.
Celebration is the final ingredient in the recipe for building confidence. In creative writing workshops, every achievement, no matter how small, is cause for celebration. Whether it’s a breakthrough in a challenging plot, a beautifully crafted sentence, or a poignant moment of self-expression, each step forward is acknowledged and applauded.
This celebration serves as positive reinforcement, reinforcing the idea that effort and growth are worth acknowledging and celebrating. It encourages students to set goals for themselves, to strive for improvement, and to take pride in their accomplishments.
Creative writing workshops often incorporate rituals of celebration, such as sharing notable lines from a student’s work or highlighting moments of exceptional storytelling. These rituals create a sense of community and camaraderie, where students uplift and inspire each other.
Ultimately, the confidence that students gain in creative writing workshops extends far beyond the classroom. It becomes a powerful tool they can wield in all aspects of their lives. Whether they pursue careers in writing or choose different paths, the confidence to express themselves and to embrace their unique voices remains a lifelong gift bestowed by the nurturing environment of creative writing workshops.


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Police arrested at least 13 residents, including community leaders, in the Boeung Kak development site in Phnom Penh on Tuesday, after they tried to rebuild houses that had been destroyed in a forced eviction earlier this year.
The angry residents said they were tired of waiting for a solution from the city, as they were carried one by one to waiting trucks. Three appeared to faint as they were carried away.
“We are owners of our land, and we just want to rebuild our house,” said resident Sen Touch.
Among those arrested were three prominent leaders of the ousted residents, Tep Vanny, Heng Mom and Tol Sre Peouv. The three have been key supporters of ongoing protests by residents against the Shikaku development company, which has filled Boeung Kak lake and plans to build a 133-hectare commercial and residential development on the site.
Rights activists said arrests will not solve the nettling problem at the site, which has been under development since 2008, ousting thousands of families and leading to innumerable protests, many of them violent.
“Oppression and arrests are not a solution,” said Am Sam Ath, lead investigator for the rights group Licadho, who was at the site of the arrests.
City officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday, but rights workers said they expect the 13 detainees will appear in court Wednesday.

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Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal on Tuesday said that Haryana Antyodaya Mission would be set up in the State to ensure that the benefit of... ...http://www.dailypioneer.com/state-editions/chandigarh/antyodaya-mission-to-come-up-in-harayana.html
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El hotel es ideal para estancias largas. Dispone de un amplio estacionamiento y internet inalambrico sin costo. The hotel is located just 5 min from the American Consulate, in the golden zone of Ciudad Juarez, minutes from nightclubs and restaurants of prestige, close to the International Center for events and conventions and only 2 min from the International Bridge of the Americas. A shopping mall and cinemas are located close to the hotel.
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Chris Brown is impressed by Ammika Harris‘ latest Instagram pic. The model shared a new image of herself wearing a tight crop top and sweatpants on Dec. 20. The photo is a mirror selfie, with Ammika’s full figure on display. The pic received a ton of likes and comments, including one from Chris. “DAMN GIRL!!!!” he gushed.
Ammika and Chris are back to living apart after spending several weeks together in October and November. For most of the coronavirus pandemic, Ammika has been in Germany with the pair’s one-year-old son, Aeko Brown. Travel restrictions prevented the family from all reuniting for several months. Finally, in October, they all got together agin when Chris was able to fly overseas.
Following the European reunion, the trio jetted to Mexico, where they were able to reunite with Chris’s daughter, Royalty Brown. They spent several weeks in the tropical location, but had to go their separate ways again at the end of November. Of course, Ammika has been keeping Chris updated with pics and videos of Aeko, and he definitely seems to be keeping tabs on her via Instagram!
“[Chris and Ammika] FaceTime every day, so they are staying very connected,” a source previously told HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY. “It’s hard for Chris to be apart [from Ammika and Aeko], and he’s missing them already, but he does need to work, so he had to get home.” Our source also confirmed that Chris is back in the studio making music now that he’s away from his little family.
However, while Chris and Ammika are on good terms, they aren’t putting a title on their relationship at this point, another insider confirmed to HollywoodLife. For now, it’s unclear when they’ll be able to permanently be in the same place, so the two are taking things slow while they figure everything out. “Chris has so much respect for Ammika,” the source revealed. “And he would love to make it work [one day].”


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La Grande Fête, a closing celebration of the 2019 DC Francophonie Cultural Festival, is presented in collaboration with Francophonie DC, La Maison Française and SMITHSONIAN at 8.
Get ready for a spectacular party with a French accent. The annual Francophonie Cultural Festival spotlights the music, art, literature, film, cuisine, and customs of French-speaking countries and regions from across the globe. Its closing celebration, La Grande Fête, is always magnifique, and this year’s bash is no exception.
Beginning at 7 p.m., launch into a world tour of francophone cultures. Sample food and drink from more than 30 embassies as you explore each nation’s unique attractions and traditions.
Les the DJ will spin music from Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, and plenty of destinations in between. Don’t miss this chance to experience the best of the French-speaking world – all without leaving home.
For security purposes, all guests names must be provided at the time of registration. When placing your order, please enter the name of each guest as it appears on their ID. Each guest must show their ID upon arrival at this event. If you wish to give your ticket away to someone else, don't worry—you can access your registration information and update the ticket holder's name and email address at any time.
Tickets must be purchased in advance (no sales at the door).
Tickets include admission and food and drink samples from 7 to 9 p.m.; a cash/credit bar will be open throughout the night.
IDs are checked at the door. Those under 21 will not be served alcohol.
No backpacks or bike helmets are allowed.
La Maison Française does not offer on-site parking. Limited street parking is available on Reservoir Road.
If you are looking for public transit options, the Metrobus D5 and D6 routes have stops near the event’s location.
For more information about this year’s Francophonie Cultural Festival, visit francophonie-dc.org.

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Four round Fox buttons made of 1/8″ bamboo. There is a Fox etched onto the face of each button. These buttons are a great way to personalize garments, add flair to baby items or to embellish your accessories with a special touch.
These buttons can go in the washer and the dryer, but as with most things made of natural materials, they will probably last longer if they are hand washed or if the item is dried flat.
Bamboo plywood is sustainable and is stronger than wood. Bamboo has a rich history of roles and uses in Asian mythology and culture and is even used in Chinese medicine because of its anti-bacterial properties.
Your buttons will arrive carded and will have a care card with them. Because they are made of a natural material, the appearance of each button may slightly vary.

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HAPPY DIWALI YALLLLLLLLL.
What I spent Diwali doing – Watching the last HP movie (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2) with 👳🏻 while chilling at a cafe.
Honestly running out of places to go in Singapore, especially when the crazy hot weather makes being outdoors such a painnnnnnn. How do the rest of y'all cope cos I really cannot tahan 🙅🏻
So 👳🏻 and I went to Harry Potter Studio while we were in London earlier last month and I had a really good time while he walked through the entire exhibition feeling bemused and incredulous at my love for HP.
I made him start watching the first movie and since then we've watched all seven movies already 😂😂😂
For the record, I am a HUGE fan of the books, not the movies – but since the movies are more palatable, I decided to start him off on the movies first.
I think I've actually turned him into a grudging fan because since he started watching the movies, he's been asking me all kinds of Harry Potter related questions like…
"Why is Snape the Half-Blood Prince??"
"How come Voldemort's wand can't beat Harry?"
and other sorts of questions to which I am like… "YOU NEED TO READ THE BOOKSSSSS."
Nope not spoiling it for him. The books are so much more enjoyable with so many details that are left out in the movies!
Harry's cupboard under the stairs 😍
Hogwarts Express! 🚂
Miniature model of the Hogwarts Grounds!
Ollivander's Wand Shop!
And the cute cats that play Crookshanks! Read the descriptions if you can hehe they are super adorbs 🐈🐈🐈
I had butter beer ice cream!!
Damn sweet. Lol 😂
By the way, there were three photo stations for the famous "disappearing into the wall" at Platform 9 3/4 scene lol! Very smart of the studio because it's possibly the most popular photo spot in the entire place.

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Latitude: 50.4691 / 50°28'8"N
Longitude: -3.529 / 3°31'44"W
OS Eastings: 291588
OS Northings: 64371
OS Grid: SX915643
Mapcode National: GBR QV.WYQK
Mapcode Global: FRA 37HT.8ZK
Entry Name: 15, Castle Road
Listing Date: 3 May 1994
Source: Historic England
Source ID: 1280078
English Heritage Legacy ID: 390537
Location: Torbay, TQ1
Electoral Ward/Division: Ellacombe
Built-Up Area: Torquay
Traditional County: Devon
Lieutenancy Area (Ceremonial County): Devon
Church of England Parish: Torquay St Mary Magdalene (Upton)
Church of England Diocese: Exeter
SX9164 CASTLE ROAD
885-1/14/67 (South East side)
End house in terrace of 5. Probably 1870s (not shown on 1866
OS map). Stuccoed and blocked out; slate mansard roof with
sprocketed eaves; stacks with rendered shafts with cornices.
PLAN: Double-depth rectangular plan, entered on the outer
return of the terrace. Paired with No.25 but different in
EXTERIOR: 2 storeys and basement. Broken forward from the main
terrace. Deep eaves on brackets; eaves band; platband; corner
pilasters. 2 first and 2 ground floor windows with moulded
architraves, glazed with original 2 over 2-pane sashes with
horizontal glazing bars. Shallow projecting chimney stack in
centre (shaft dismantled). Symmetrical right (entrance) return
with a coped, gabled projection in the centre with 2
round-headed first floor windows with pilastered architraves,
key and sill blocks. Later glazed porch with lean-to slate
roof, gabled in the centre.
INTERIOR: Not inspected but may retain features of interest.
Listing NGR: SX9158964373
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One surprising trend over the past few years has been the unprecedented market share growth of automated manual transmissions. Many OEMs now are reporting AMT take rates that would have seemed improbable when the first units appeared on North American shores.
Volvo, Daimler Trucks North America and Paccar all report AMT specifications in more than half their tractors sold so far this year. In April, Con-Way Truckload announced it was purchasing 635 new Class 8 tractors – all spec’d with AMTs.
While some drivers remain resistant to AMTs, every year more are won over by their ease of use and additional safety advantages. Fleet managers have found them to be largely bulletproof in terms of overall durability, performance and decreased maintenance costs in terms of clutch replacement. OEMs say that AMTs by themselves can deliver a fuel economy increase between 5 and 7 percent for a Class 8 linehaul tractor depending on application – another benefit enjoyed by fleet executives.
Now there’s a new wrinkle to the AMT proposition. Integrated powertrains were born out of the ability of vertically integrated OEMs to design diesel engines and AMTs that communicate electronically using sophisticated proprietary telemetry to further optimize the fuel economy advantages offered by AMTs.
Other OEMs and component suppliers saw opportunities to offer similar systems, and soon cooperative partnerships with proprietary code sharing sprang up between Eaton and both Cummins and Paccar.
Fleets quickly recognized the advantages of integrated drivetrains. “Almost three-quarters of the trucks we sell today have integrated drivelines, and acceptance is still growing,” says John Moore, product manager of drivetrains for Volvo Trucks. “The product was launched in 2007 with limited production in the first year, so we reached this level in approximately six years.”
The concept resonates with Kevin Tomlinson, director of maintenance for Sandusky, Ohio-based South Shore Transportation. The Sandusky, Ohio-based fleet initially tried AMTs because of the driver shortage.
“Today, we’ve actually got a few drivers who only drive AMTs, so it’s made it much easier for us to find drivers,” Tomlinson says. “But even the old guys who didn’t want an AMT really like and enjoy driving with them now. And, of course, there’s a significant safety enhancement involved with AMTs as well.”
While Tomlinson doesn’t yet have solid break-in numbers on his initial AMT units, he posted fuel economy improvements compelling enough for South Shore to commit to Volvo’s integrated drivetrains for its latest tractor purchase.
“Our thought was that we were dealing with two products designed and built together, therefore they would ‘talk’ well together,” he says. “We’re also going to try some Daimler drivetrains, and it’s the same deal.” He believes Detroit’s DT12 AMT was designed specifically to complement the current Detroit diesel engine series.
For either product line, Tomlinson says that if programming issues come up, “I wouldn’t have two different guys pointing fingers at each other on my hands. In the past, we’ve had issues getting different companies on the same page when we’ve had problems.”
Fleet demand is one reason that Ryan Trzybinski, product strategy manager for Eaton, sees a bright future for integrated powertrains. He says his company has been integrating its line of automated products with every major engine supplier in North America for more than a decade.
“During that time, market acceptance has grown every year, so we have a very good feeling about where the technology is going,” Trzybinski says. “When you take into account the fact that we are already deeply integrated with multiple engine makers, including those made by Cummins, Navistar and Paccar, the future looks very bright for integration. Soon, vehicle telematics systems are going to help make that acceptance even more obvious to our customers.”
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Moore says integrated drivelines help maximize the AMT’s inherent advantages by using proprietary data communication protocols between the engine and the transmission to enhance a tractor-trailer’s drivability and fuel economy. This is the core of the vertically integrated approach espoused by both Daimler and Volvo.
“The Volvo engine and Volvo I-Shift automated manual transmission are designed to speak the same language to achieve common project goals set by Volvo engineers,” Moore says. The transmission “knows” the efficiency map for each engine rating, and by continuously monitoring vehicle speed, acceleration, torque demand, weight, grade and both rolling and air resistance, the transmission predicts and selects the engine’s most efficient utilization, shifting gears to match conditions to the engine’s efficiency map.
“This level of teamwork between components is a big advantage of the integrated driveline,” Moore says. The I-Shift’s sensor pinpoints the grade and helps determine which gear to select first, where to put the shift points and if it can skip-shift.
“When one company can design, build and support an entire powertrain, there are really no barriers to what can be done,” says Tim Norton, product manager of powertrain marketing for Daimler Trucks North America. The Detroit DT12 transmission’s shift points are matched to fuel maps in the Detroit engines to ensure the engine always is operating as efficiently as possible and that the transmission never hesitates to find a gear.
The engine and transmission also communicate on a dedicated proprietary network that can share more information faster than a standard J1939 connection. This allows the engine to use DT12 sensor data for Active Driveline Protection and also allows the engine brakes and transmission downshifts to work in conjunction to slow the truck safely on downgrades.
“These are just a few examples of what we can achieve by integrating components,” Norton says.
Not surprisingly, Eaton has a different opinion on the importance of vertical integration for these advanced drivelines.
“We have always worked with multiple engine makers and to this day continue to have ongoing conversations with all of the OEMs,” Trzybinski says. “That gives us an inherent understanding of where the market is going, where the technology is going, where integration is going, and how our transmissions can be designed to take advantage of all of that, both today and into the future.”
Trzybinski says the technology partnership that his company has with Cummins, and the success of the subsequent Cummins-Eaton SmartAdvantage powertrain, is the latest example of how Eaton’s diversity benefits both companies’ mutual customers. “It isn’t the only example,” he says. “We have been able to take from that and what we have learned from that and apply similar technologies with other engine makes, including the Paccar MX13 and Navistar N13 engines.”
One other area where Trybinski believes Eaton benefits is the company’s ability to integrate the clutch with the transmission. “By designing and manufacturing the clutch to work in harmony with the transmission and understanding the intricacies of these two components, Eaton can deliver a total package,” he says.
Regardless of which design approach OEMs choose, they are convinced that integrated powertrains will remain the spec of choice for fuel-conscious fleets.
“When we launched the DT12 transmission, we said it makes all the drivers in the fleet perform like experienced pros,” Norton says. “Intelligent Powertrain Management goes beyond what even the most experienced driver can do – by proactively preparing the powertrain for upcoming terrain that the driver may not even see.”
These functions can be new and different for drivers. IPM is programmed to drop speed before a hill’s crest in anticipation of the upcoming downhill. “Drivers may think their cruise control has stopped working, but IPM knows the speed will be made up on the downgrade,” Norton says. “As advanced electronics and powertrain technology like this become more commonplace, it is very important for fleets and drivers to understand the benefits and let the truck perform the way it was designed.”
Moore says Volvo already has taken its integrated drivetrain technology to higher levels of efficiency with its new XE drivetrain. “Our eXecptional Efficiency package is an integrated drivetrain designed to downspeed,” he says. By running at 200 rpm less at cruise speed than a comparable nonintegrated driveline, the XE package can improve fuel economy by an average of 3 percent. “Nonintegrated drivelines typically are not used in downspeeding due to shifting and performance issues.”
Trzybinski says customer observations are critical to further enhancements. “We have been getting a lot of feedback on better and smoother shifting,” he says. “As the communication between the engine and transmission keeps getting better, we are also hearing reports on vehicle performance benefits because the shift decisions are more precise and more accurate.
He says Eaton’s other products that aren’t yet as deeply integrated also benefit from these technologies, especially in terms of fuel efficiency gains. “All of these new advancements are going to have a positive effect on everybody.”


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- Issue: Large self-insured employers and other health care plan sponsors are concerned about rising prescription drug costs. Formularies developed on their behalf by intermediaries like pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and health plans can ensure drug safety and support negotiating with manufacturers. But intermediaries can profit from these negotiations, creating financial incentives to include high-price drugs even if they offer little clinical value.
- Goal: Identify drugs that add waste on employers’ formularies, measure savings from removing waste, and identify best practices in pharmacy benefit management.
- Methods: Analyze drug utilization data from 15 self-insured plan sponsors — 13 are members of the Padfcific Business Group on Health (PBGH) — to estimate savings from reducing the use of drugs that cost more than their commensurate clinical value as compared to alternatives.
- Key Findings: Reducing the use of high-cost, low-value drugs could lead to $63 million in annual savings across the 15 plan sponsors. This represented 3 percent to 24 percent of overall pharmacy spending, depending on a number of factors.
- Conclusion: Plan sponsors could lower drug spending and out-of-pocket costs for enrollees by reducing the use of high-cost, low-value drugs on formularies. Savings could be achieved by improving pharmacy benefit design and management.


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