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BMW 4-Series Coupe (F32) 435i 428i Official Specs, Wallpapers, Videos, Photos, Info
BIMMERPOST / Official Coverage
BMW 4 SeriesF32
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Pricing/Ordering
LED Headlight Technology
Hits U.S. showrooms in Fall of 2013
Starts at $41,425
0-60 in 5.0s (435i)
Lighter by 44-99 pounds
Cd (drag coefficient) of 0.28 (lower than E92 M3)
Lowest center of gravity of any current BMW
50:50 weight distribution
Available in M Sport, Sport Line and Luxury Line
iDrive 4.2 with Touchpad Controller
U.S. Pricing (2014 Model Year)
428i Base MSRP: $41,425 (includes destination & handling)
428 xDrive Base MSRP: 43,425 (includes destination & handling)
Availability / Production
Built at Munich, Regensburg and Dingolfing plants
Coupe production begins July 2013
Convertible production begins November 2013
Coupe arrives in showrooms August-September, convertible arrives in showrooms December-January
Powertrains / Models (U.S.)
2.0L turbo inline 4 cylinder (N20)
240 hp @ 5000 RPM / 255 lb-ft torque @ 1250-4800 RPM
0-60 mph: 5.7 sec
3.0L TwinPower (twin-scroll) Turbo inline 6 cylinder (N55)
0-60 mph: 5.0sec (auto)
0-60 mph: 5.3sec (manual)
428 xDrive
0-62 mph (0-100kmh): 5.8sec
Physicals / Curb Weight / Construction
Length: 182.6 in / 4,638 mm (1 inch longer than E92 Coupe)
Width: 71.9 in / 1,825 mm (1.7 inches wider than E92 Coupe)
Height: 53.6 in / 1,362 mm (0.6 inches lower than E92 Coupe)
Wheelbase: 110.6 in / 2,810 mm (2 inches longer than E92 Coupe)
Front track: 60.8 in / 1,545 mm (1.8 inches wider than E92 Coupe)
Rear track: 62.7 in / 1,593 mm (3.1 inches wider than E92 Coupe)
Weight: Between 44 pounds (20kg) and 99 pounds (45kg) lighter than predecessor E92, depending on engine and equipment
Cd (drag coefficient): 0.28 (lower than E92 M3 Coupe)
Center of gravity: below 20 inches (500mm) - lowest CoG of any BMW currently available
Exterior / Lines / M Sport
M Sport suspension standard (RWD models only)
M Sport Brakes (optional upgrade on U.S. 435i and 428i coupes when M Sport is chosen)
M aerodynamic package (front apron, rear bumper/diffuser, side skirts)
High-gloss Shadow Line trim
Estoril Blue Metallic option only available with M Sport
M Sport 18" or optional 19" wheels (435i only)
Interior: M door sills, M leather steering wheel, M driver's footrest
Sport suspension standard (RWD models only)
High-gloss black B-pillars and window trim
Nine molded high-gloss black kidney grille slats in chrome colored surround
Three black air intakes in front apron
Black Air Breathers
18 inch or optional 19 inch wheels (435i only)
Black trim strip level with rear apron
Black exhaust tips
Interior: black and red accents (such as red trim rings in instrument dial and red stitching on sport steering wheel), anthracite headliner, available Coral Red interior includes Coral Red leather sport seats, red door panel trim, red lower section for instrument panel
Luxury Line
Eleven chrome kidney grille slats with matte black sides
Two high-gloss double bridges in front apron's outer air intakes
Chrome Air Breathers
Chrome window trim
18 inch or option 19 inch wheels (435i only)
Chrome strip in rear apron
Interior: Chrome surround for audio and air conditioning system, high-gloss wood strips, leather seats w/ stitching and choice of two upholstery variants in four colors
Transmission / Steering / Efficientdynamics
8 speed automatic standard w/ paddle shifters
6 speed manual optional (no-cost)
Electric power Servotronic steering system (speed-sensitive power assistance)
Optional Variable Sport Steering (part of Dynamic Handling Package) with quicker on-center steering ratio with better turn-in during cornering
Chassis / Suspension / Brakes / Wheels
Springs and dampening, axle kinematics and elastokinematics tailored for 4 Series (although chassis construction based on F30 3 Series)
Modifications to camber angle, the track and the roll center (0.7 inch lower than 3 Series Sedan)
Particular attention paid to strengthening front section of the car
Additional strut between front axle subframe and body sill
Lightweight aluminum torque struts, wishbones, swivel bearings
Air Breathers
Cd (drag coefficient): 0.28 (same as current E92 M3 Coupe)
ConnectedDrive
Latest iDrive 4.2 [More Details]
Latest navigation system (optional)
Advanced Real Time Traffic Information
New iDrive controller with Touchpad (standard with navigation system) [Demo]
Latest generation full-color Head-Up-Display HUD
Active Driving Assistant (Lane Departure Warning included)
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function
Active Blind Spot Detection and Lane Departure Warning
LED High Beam Assistant [Demo]
Surround View, Side View, Top View
Note: For more details on the above highlighted features and equipment, see full press release below
Note: For preliminary U.S. options/packages preview, see dealer's 2014 BMW 4 Series Order Guide Reveals Lines, Options and Packages (customer order/price guides will come soon)
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U.S. Specific Press Release:
The All-New BMW 4 Series Coupe
The latest chapter in the story of famous BMW Coupes.
The all-new BMW 4 Series Coupe marks the beginning of a new era for coupes at BMW. Launched as the latest generation of BMW's sporty mid-size Coupe, the new BMW 4 Series Coupe embodies the very essence of dynamics and aesthetic appeal in the premium segment. The "4" in its title headlines this new product line for the Coupe and emphasizes not only its stand-out design, but that any way you look at it, the new 4 Series Coupe represents something more than its BMW 3 Series cousins – 3+1, if you will. At the same time, as a true BMW Coupe, the new nomenclature brings the new BMW 4 Series Coupe in line with the larger 6 Series and 8 Series Coupes.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe will be offered as both a 428i, featuring BMW's award- winning TwinPower Turbo 2.0-liter 4-cylinder and as a 435i with the multi-award winning Twin Power Turbo 3.0-liter inline six. Both will be available with a standard 8-speed sport automatic or six-speed manual transmission. Both will also be offered with a choice of rear- wheel drive or with optional xDrive, BMW's intelligent all-wheel drive system. The 2014 BMW 428i Coupe will have a base MSRP of $41,425, and the 2014 BMW 435i Coupe will have a starting price of $46,925. Both prices include destination and handling. The 2014 428i xDrive Coupe and 435i xDrive will start from $43,425 and 48,925 respectively, again inclusive of destination and handling. All four variants of the BMW 4 Series Coupe will arrive in US showrooms late this summer.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe is visibly larger in width and wheelbase than the outgoing BMW 3 Series Coupe, and its stretched silhouette sits considerably lower to the road. This, together with its BMW-typical short overhangs, long hood and set-back passenger compartment with flowing roofline, give the BMW 4 Series Coupe a visual balance. The car's striking front end – with its characteristic BMW design features, such as the double- kidney grille, four round headlights and a large air intake in the front apron – is keen to display its family ties with the BMW 3 Series. New elements of the BMW 4 Series Coupe are the Air Breathers, which are positioned rearwards of the front wheel arches to reduce drag. The Coupe's muscular wheel arches and wide track give an aggressive stance, with its prominent horizontal lines.
Individual equipment lines for the interior and exterior.
The interior of the BMW 4 Series Coupe presents a combination of sporty allure and exclusivity. All the controls central to driving are arranged ergonomically around the driver ensuring comfortable access to all functions. In the rear compartment, contoured seats continue the sporty theme of the BMW 4 Series Coupe. Recessed head restraints and broad, continuously molded side supports give the rear bench the appearance of two individual seats. High-grade material combinations and finish quality accentuate the premium feel of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe. Customers can choose the Sport or Luxury Lines as alternatives to standard specification. M Sport is another alternative. All three allow visible individualization of the car's exterior and interior appearance.
Sharp driving dynamics befitting The Ultimate driving Machine
The defining characteristics of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe are its driving dynamics and aesthetics. As always, BMW engineers have placed special focus on steering accuracy, precision, linear control response, and agility to fortify the new BMW 4 Series Coupe as the latest shape of The Ultimate Driving Machine. Sophisticated chassis technology, near- perfect 50:50 weight distribution, fine-tuning in the wind tunnel, and lightweight construction all contribute to meet that goal.
The all-new BMW 4 Series Coupe has a longer wheelbase, wider track and lower ride height than the previous-generation BMW 3 Series Coupe. Its lower suspension brings the car's center of gravity down to below 20 inches (500 mm), giving it the lowest center of gravity of any car in the current BMW line-up. As a result, the new BMW 4 Series Coupe is inherently one of the sportiest series-produced cars in the BMW range.
BMW EfficientDynamics – A holistic philosophy.
In addition to its sporty driving dynamics, the new BMW 4 Series Coupe offers outstanding fuel efficiency. This is a result of the BMW EfficientDynamics development strategy, which can be found in almost every aspect of the new model. The car's lightweight construction and aerodynamic features – headlined by the groundbreaking Air Curtains and Air Breathers – also help to maximize efficiency. At its core, the new BMW 4 Series Coupe has been engineered for performance excellence, while other features including Auto Start-Stop and on-demand operation of ancillary units help lower fuel consumption and emissions as well. Use of ECO PRO mode gives the potential to cut fuel use by as much as 20 percent.
BMW ConnectedDrive.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe uses a combination of driver assistance systems and mobility services (available as standard or optional under the BMW ConnectedDrive banner) to increase safety, comfort and infotainment usage ease and convenience. Among the highlights are a new generation of BMW Navigation System, which offers extra capability, sharper graphics and 3D elements for the map display, the full-color BMW Head-Up Display; Driving Assistant Plus, which warns the driver of a potential collision with a pedestrian, the intelligent; glare-free LED High Beam Assistant and the latest iteration of BMW Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go. As far as infotainment is concerned, efficient interface technology enables the integration of smartphones and numerous Bluetooth office functions. The latter also offers the driver the option of a dictation function with full speech recognition. Each feature has been carefully integrated to minimize the chances for driver distraction while the vehicle is in motion.
Design: Timeless aesthetics blend with individuality and sporty ability.
The launch of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe marks the arrival of the latest generation of BMW's sporty premium mid-size Coupe. The BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe, which celebrated its world premiere at the NAIAS 2013 in Detroit, previewed the development of BMW's design language which can now be seen in the production model. Its styling promises a commanding presence on the road, stand-out dynamic ability and unbeatable driving pleasure. The "4" in its title spearheads this new era for the BMW Coupes and emphasizes its even sharper sporty dynamics and increased presence that place the new BMW 4 Series Coupe a step beyond the already-legendary BMW 3 Series range.
Athletic elegance, impeccable proportions.
The proportions of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe differ significantly from those of the outgoing BMW 3 Series Coupe. Although only an inch (26 mm) has been added to the car's length (182.6 in / 4,638 mm), a 2-inch (50-mm) longer wheelbase (110.6 in / 2,810 mm) and a roofline that now runs 0.6 inches (16 mm) lower than before (53.6 in / 1,362 mm) enhance the stretched coupe's profile. These dimensions combined with the BMW 4 Series Coupe's characteristically short overhangs, long hood, set-back passenger compartment and flowing roofline to produce a visually balanced silhouette. The athletic appearance of the BMW 4 Series Coupe is particularly emphasized by its 1.7inch (43-mm) increase in the width (71.9 in / 1,825 mm). Notably, the rear wheel arches mark the car's broadest point, giving a more aggressive stance. As a result, 1.8-inch-(45-mm) wider front track (110.6 in / 1,545 mm) and full 3.1 inches (80 mm) of extra width at the rear axle (62.7 in / 1,593 mm) promise – even at a standstill –further improvements in sporty characteristics for which BMW is known.
Eye-catching front end with prominently sporty contours.
Signature BMW front-end design features, such as the double-kidney grille and four round headlights, undoubtedly identify the 4 Series Coupe as a BMW. It is unmistakably the 3 Series' sibling, although the differences are apparent. The optional eye-catching full-LED headlights, with their hexagonal design, and the slightly forward-slanting BMW kidney grille form a single unit and strengthen the athletic presence of the BMW 4 Series Coupe on the road. Below the headlight line, the BMW 4 Series Coupe features a large air intake in the front apron. On the far left and right-hand edges of the air intakes are the additional small vertical apertures for the Air Curtains. These vents improve the airflow around the outside of the front wheels and help cut fuel consumption at higher speeds.
Flowing lines shape the elegantly sporty silhouette.
Its precise lines define the outline of the BMW 4 Series Coupe. The subtly sloping roofline creates a smooth transition into the rear, and accentuates the sporty profile of the flanks. The side window with frameless glass and the signature slim-line BMW Hofmeister kink at the trailing edge of the C-pillar create a dynamic visual tension. Below the windows, the double swage line – made up of two character lines running alongside each other – familiar from the BMW 3 Series along with the door sill line strengthen the body's wedge shape. The small, shrinking shadow below the swage line above the rear wheel flows directly into the flared rear wing, emphasizing the car's potential and hallmark BMW rear-wheel drive.
Located just rearwards of the BMW 4 Series Coupe's front wheels are Air Breathers designed to reduce drag around the wheel arches. The Air Breathers and Air Curtains underline the sporty character of the car's design and provide evidence of the aerodynamics devised by BMW as part of its BMW EfficientDynamics development strategy.
Prominently flared wheel arches project signature sporty character.
The sporty character of the BMW 4 Series Coupe extends into the design of the rear. The horizontal lines and stretched tail lights positioned at the outer edges of the rear draw attention to the flared wheel arches and wide track. The sloping rear window has a lowering effect on the car's tail and gives the body an even more aggressive look, and also shows off the car's shoulders. The L-shaped taillights of the BMW 4 Series Coupe flow into the car's overall design. They continue the path of the swage line from the flanks, creating a link to the rear end.
The interior of the BMW 4 Series Coupe incorporates sporty styling and pure quality together. In the front of the cabin, an approach known as layering – i.e. the utilization of space through the structuring of lines and surfaces into layers – gives the cabin a driver orientation without excluding the front passenger. All the controls central to driving are arranged ergonomically around the driver providing ready access to all functions. Automatic seat belt valets, a Sport steering wheel, circular instruments in black-panel look and the free-standing, flat-screen iDrive monitor give a sense of functional elegance. The iDrive Controller – properly located for easy reach on the center console – and the armrest between the front seats give the cabin usability and comfort.
The dynamic horizontal lines of the instrument panel extend into the optional two-tone door and side panel trim, wrapping around the driver and front passenger. In the rear compartment, contoured seats bring the sportiness of the 4 Series Coupe to all passengers. Recessed head restraints and continuously molded side supports give the rear bench the appearance of two separate seats.
The backrest of the BMW 4 Series Coupe's rear seat can be folded down in 40:20:40 segments. Folding down the center segment creates a large through-loading gap, which can accommodate several pairs of skis or snowboards while still allowing space for four people on board. A BMW ski or snowboard bag is available from the BMW Accessories catalogue. The trunk can also be opened remotely using the optional Smart Opener as part of the Comfort Access feature; a short movement of the foot under the center of the rear bumper is all it takes to raise the trunklid.
Sport and Luxury Lines as well as M Sport available for personalization.
High-class material combinations, exclusive colors and opportunities for personalization define the premium feel inside the new BMW 4 Series Coupe. As well as the basic trim level, whose material and color concept accentuates the car's classic character; customers have a choice of two BMW Lines as well as the popular M Sport to add individual touches to the car's exterior and interior. The Sport Line and Luxury Line embody different takes on the car's character, adapting the design and color scheme for the kidney grille and air intakes, exterior mirror caps, Air Breathers, trim strips in the front and rear apron, door sill strips and range of wheel rims to set the car apart externally from the basic trim level.
Sport Line: The Sport Line adds extra depth to the BMW 4 Series Coupe with a selection of exterior body features in high-gloss black. A sport suspension is included for rear-wheel drive models, setting an exciting tone for the driving experience. The standard high-gloss black B-pillars and black wrap-around window strip give the car an even sportier look, along with nine molded high-gloss black kidney grille slats in a chrome-colored surround. The three black air intakes in the front apron and the likewise black Air Breathers draw the eye to the car's aerodynamic features. 18-inch or optional 19-inch light-alloy wheels (435i only) in twin-spoke design provide a more performance-oriented look. From the rear, the BMW 4 Series Coupe with Sport Line can be identified by the black trim strip level with the rear apron and the black exhaust tips. Inside the car, black and red accents, such as the red trim rings in the inner circle of the instrument dials and red stitching on the sport steering wheel, provide a pronounced contrast. An anthracite-colored headliner is also included to reduce sun glare during dynamic driving. The available Coral Red interior includes Coral Red leather sport seats, red door panel trim and a red lower section for the instrument panel.
Luxury Line: High-gloss chrome touches give the exterior of the BMW 4 Series Coupe a particularly elegant and exclusive appeal. 11 kidney grille slats with chromed fronts and matte black sides, two high-gloss double bridges in the front apron's outer air intakes and chromed Air Breathers all offer elegant touches. The chrome window surround is another visual highlight, with special 18-inch or optional 19-inch light-alloy wheels (435i only) available. The BMW 4 Series Coupe Luxury Line is recognized from the rear by a high-gloss chrome strip in the rear apron and the chrome exhaust tips. The interior also stands out with various chrome elements, such as the surround for the audio and air conditioning system. High-gloss wood strips, leather seats with stitching and a choice of two upholstery variants in four colors highlight the possibilities in the Luxury Line. Exclusively available for the BMW 4 Series, Ash Grain anthracite fine wood trim surfaces and a Pearl Gloss Chrome metal inlay round off the Luxury Line features.
M Sport: Customers wishing to endow their new BMW 4 Series Coupe with as much traditional Driving Machine character as possible may opt for M Sport. It includes an M aerodynamic package including numerous body components (front apron with large air intakes, rear bumper with diffuser, side skirts) and high-gloss Shadow Line trim. The exterior paint shade Estoril Blue Metallic is available only with M Sport on the 4 Series Coupe. M Sport is further distinguished by 18-inch or optional 19-inch light-alloy wheels (435i only) in M design. Inside, features such as M door sill finishers, an M leather steering wheel and an M driver's footrest complete the atmosphere. Technical features of this package include M Sport suspension (rear-wheel drive models only) and M Sport Brakes (also a stand-alone option on all 435i Coupes and an optional upgrade on 428i Coupe when M Sport is chosen) which includes calipers painted in blue finish.
Hallmark BMW set-up makes the difference.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe benefits from BMW's customary approach of splitting steering and drive forces between the front and rear axles, which is the ideal platform for balanced driving characteristics, directional stability and agile handling. It also has a 50:50 weight distribution, which sets it apart from its competitors. Taking into account its low center of gravity, unique chassis set-up and lightweight construction, the 4 Series Coupe is an exceptionally dynamic overall package which will satisfy every type of driver.
A rigorous focus on sports performance.
The chassis construction of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe is based on that of the latest BMW 3 Series Sedan, although its springs and damping, axle kinematics and elastokinematics have all been tailored precisely to the engaging character of the new Coupe. The chassis engineers have managed to make further improvements to the agility and accuracy offered by the chassis, thanks to modification and fine-tuning of variables such as the camber angle, the track and the roll center. Particular attention was paid to strengthening the front section of the car help to further enhance steering precision and feedback.
Double-pivot strut-type front suspension with anti-roll bar.
The front suspension of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe combines maximum stiffness with minimum weight. Aluminum torque struts, wishbones and swivel bearings bring a reduction in unsprung weight. At the same time, the engineers optimized the kinematics of the double-pivot suspension for agility and precision. Adjusting the position of the control arms in the swivel bearings from their arrangement on the latest BMW 3 Series Sedan gives the car a .7-inch (19-mm) lower roll center, which has a positive effect on driving performance.
An additional strut between the front axle subframe and body sill creates a stiffer overall connection between the front wheels and the car's main structure, so the transverse forces generated on entry into corners are transferred to the car more directly. The BMW 4 Series Coupe responds more directly to the driver's steering commands and displays more sporty characteristics and greater agility. And that means it carves through corners with ease and precision.
Five-link rear suspension enhances the car's engaging character.
The rear axle of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe is a key component in its driving characteristics, but that does not mean comfort has been overlooked. This construction is based on the five-link concept, and its elastokinematics have been tuned specially for this sports coupe. In addition, extra-wide mounts and supports on the wheel carriers for track and camber, slightly repositioned pivot points, stiff control arms and suspension subframes, and the use of thrust arms to connect the suspension with the body all provide an excellent basis for an extremely sporty and dynamically exceptional overall set-up. The result is precise and assured wheel location, directional stability in any driving situation. Aerodynamic features around the rear suspension also contribute to driving precision.
Servotronic steering standard, Variable Sport steering optional.
A standard feature of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe is the Servotronic system which provides speed-sensitive power assistance. The system's precise programming results in sharper steering feel, feedback, precision, accuracy and immediate response. The new BMW 4 Series Coupe can also be equipped with Variable Sport steering as part of the optional Dynamic Handling Package. This provides a somewhat "quicker" on-center steering ratio which then varies depending on the amount of steering "lock" (angle) applied by the driver. The result is even more-lively steering during the "turn-in" phase of cornering, and excellent stability mid-corner and on corner exit.
Powerful standard braking systems with lightweight construction.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe comes equipped with powerful swing-caliper or fixed-caliper brakes and large, inner-vented brake discs. The calipers on the front brakes are made of aluminum. As well as low unsprung weight, the brakes also stand out with their high heat tolerance, excellent wet braking performance, ease of use and excellent feel. A brake pad wear indicator and the Brake Drying function are standard on all models.
Intelligent lightweight construction concept and aerodynamic fine-tuning.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe's lightweight construction makes a contribution to the car's performance qualities. The use of high- and ultra-high-strength multi-phase steels maximizes the body's strength, without driving up the weight.
Components which are central to rigidity are made from micro-alloyed steels. The body's front end is 60 percent more rigid than that of the outgoing BMW 3 Series Coupe and so has benefits beyond agility and steering precision alone. Most impressively, the new BMW 4 Series Coupe tips the scales at up to 99 lb (45 kg) less than its predecessor, depending on the engine and equipment specified, despite having grown significantly in terms of dimensions.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe highlights its aerodynamic qualities with a Cd (drag coefficient) of 0.28. Changes to the front apron and the rear of the car have gotten the coupe aerodynamic lift qualities that match the figures of the current BMW M3 Coupe. Another factor here is the design of the underbody: the aerodynamically-optimized structure incorporates smooth panels extending to the sides, under the engine compartment shield and around the front section of the exhaust tunnel. Together, they seal the underbody to the wind.
Air Curtains and Air Breathers.
The aerodynamic fine-tuning process is incorporated in every area of the body. The BMW Air Curtains in the front apron reduce turbulence – and therefore drag – around the front wheels. The wheel arches and the air deflectors in front of them were also designed with aerodynamics in mind. The new Air Breathers positioned rearwards of the front wheel arches divert some of the air flowing through the wheel arches, thereby reducing air resistance.
M Sport suspension, adaptive suspension and M Sport brakes.
The M Sport suspension included is part of the Sport Line and M Sport. It works with a firmer spring/shock absorber set-up and stiffer anti-roll bars, and its kinematics/ elastokinematics (bushings and bearings) have also been tweaked to suit the new BMW 4 Series Coupe. The M Sport suspension also includes 18-inch or optional (435i only) 19- inch light-alloy wheels. Alternatively, customers can select a lowered (non-xDrive models) Adaptive suspension, included in the Dynamic Handling Package, which adjusts the electronic damper mapping to each road surface and driving situation. The driver can also use the Driving Experience Control switch to vary the basic suspension settings between comfort and sport, according to personal preference. For performance-minded customers, BMW offers the M Sport Brakes. The aluminum fixed calipers (four-piston at the front, two- piston at the rear) and large discs combine low weight with short stopping distances.
Driving Experience Control switch with ECO PRO mode: extra-sporty or efficient driving modes at the touch of a button.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe also offers drivers the ability to change between sporty, eco or comfort settings, depending on mood or preference. Using the Driving Experience Control switch with ECO PRO mode on the center console, drivers can select between ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT or SPORT+ (most models). Each of these selections will activate different settings for the powertrain and suspension components.
In SPORT mode, throttle response is improved and the steering becomes more direct. If the automatic transmission is fitted, the gearshift points are also altered for sportier driving. Depending on the car's specification, different settings can be selected for the powertrain and chassis components. In SPORT+ mode, the Dynamic Stability Control thresholds are raised and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) is activated. The electronic limited-slip function for the rear differential can then provide better acceleration out of corners or sharp bends.
Powerful engines maximize dynamic performance.
Owning a coupe reflects a driver's passion for elegant lines, performance driving and high- class dynamics. The state-of-the-art powertrain technology under the skin of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe ensures it delivers an engaging driving experience that satisfies even the most demanding expectations.
Longitudinally front-mounted, inline engines powering the rear wheels continue BMW's tradition in creating a drive concept that delivers great driving pleasure. Both engines available for the new BMW 4 Series Coupe use BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, which combines sporty performance characteristics with improved efficiency. Available from launch are an inline six-cylinder engine for the BMW 435i Coupe and a four-cylinder unit for the BMW 428i Coupe. These award-winning engines not only supply the BMW 4 Series Coupe with outstanding acceleration and elasticity, they also keep the cars weight down to improve driving dynamics and lower fuel consumption.
The elite athlete: award-winning inline six-cylinder engine.
The new BMW 435i Coupe gives full value to performance-minded drivers thanks to a refined high-revving inline-six engine with instant power delivery and great fuel efficiency. Equipped with High Precision Direct Injection and Valvetronic fully variable valve control, the 3.0-liter engine with aluminum crankcase develops maximum output of 300 hp between 5,800 and 6,000 rpm. Peak torque of 300 lb-ft is generated at 1,200 rpm and remains on tap up to 5,000 rpm.
The multi-award winning six-cylinder engine allows the new BMW 435i Coupe to accelerate from 0-60 in just 5.3 seconds with the 6-speed manual transmission, and only 5 seconds with the 8-speed automatic, on the way to an electronically limited 250 km/h (155 mph) top speed, when equipped with performance tires.
Low weight, high performance: the four-cylinder for the BMW 428i Coupe.
Smooth power delivery, available torque, high revs and low weight define the 2.0-liter four- cylinder turbocharged engine. BMW's engine technology package – including High Precision Direct Injection, twin-scroll turbocharging, Double-VANOS variable camshaft control and Valvetronic throttle-less intake technology – offers high performance potential combined with low fuel consumption and emissions.
The cutting-edge four-cylinder engine of the new BMW 428i Coupe generates maximum output of 240 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm and peak torque of 255 lb-ft, which the driver can access between 1,250 and 4,800 rpm. This allows the 428i to sprint from 0 to 60 in 5.7 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph), when equipped with summer performance tires. The engine gives a smooth power delivery from the moment it spins above idle to the upper regions of its engine speed range along an almost linear curve.
Optional 6-speed manual transmission.
The no-cost optional 6-speed manual transmission features easy gear changes, precise shift travel and optimum gear spacing for the new BMW 4 Series Coupe (not available for 428i xDrive). For spirited drivers, the interface where the power from the engine is relayed to the drivetrain is critical to maximizing the car's performance. The manual transmission uses its high shift quality to allow for powerful sprints and rapid, short bursts of speed, and also helps to reduce fuel consumption.
8-speed Sport automatic transmission.
The high-performance 8-speed automatic transmission – with its extra gears, quick gear changes and delightful shift comfort – is perfectly matched to the character of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe. With only small changes in rpm between gear ratios, the ideal gear is on hand in virtually any situation out on the road. Many technical features and internal efficiencies ensure powerful acceleration and short bursts of speed are possible with no additional fuel consumption over the manual transmission. The 8-speed automatic's intelligent control technology enables quick shift and reaction times and direct downshift capability. Drivers may also shift gears using paddles on the steering wheel. Drivers can choose between Normal and Sport transmission modes using the gear shift lever or the Driving Experience Control switch.
BMW xDrive: intelligent all-wheel drive available as an option.
As an alternative to rear-wheel drive, the BMW 435i Coupe and BMW 428i Coupe can also be specified with BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. As well as sharing all the traditional virtues of all-wheel-drive systems – such as increased traction, safety and the optimum transfer of engine power to the road – BMW xDrive can also reduce oversteer or understeer that may occur in cornering situations. In the process, it enhances agility and precision, e.g. when turning into corners or when accelerating strongly out of them.
Auto Start Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration, ECO PRO mode.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe comes with the Auto Start Stop function. Another standard feature is Brake Energy Regeneration, which ensures that – as far as possible – power for the vehicle's electrical system is generated during braking and coasting. ECO PRO mode is effective in helping the BMW 4 Series Coupe driver maintain an efficient and economical driving style. As well as tweaking the accelerator's responses and the engine management system, ECO PRO also benefits from intelligent energy and climate management. The system gives the driver tips and ideas – relevant to the driving situation at hand – on how to reduce fuel consumption even further through adjustments in personal driving style. Average fuel consumption can be cut by up to 20 percent in ECO PRO mode, with a corresponding boost to the car's range on a tank of fuel.
On-demand operation of ancillary units saves energy.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe's ancillary components also play a role in the car's intelligent energy management. Examples include the on-demand coolant pump, the map-controlled oil pump and the Electric Power Steering system, which only consumes electricity when steering assistance is actually required. The special air conditioning compressor works on the same principle. As soon as the driver switches the air conditioning off, the belt drive to the compressor is disconnected to minimize power drain.
Intelligent lightweight design reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
The use of lightweight materials makes a significant contribution to efficiency and agility, and helps to give BMW cars their impressive dynamic capability. Weight savings can be found in every area of the development process. As well as the use of plastics and cutting- edge composite materials, the increased deployment of aluminum components in the engine and chassis construction has also reduced the weight of the corresponding assemblies. The results are impressive: although the new BMW 4 Series Coupe has grown in terms of dimensions, it's between 44 lb (20 kg) and 99 lb (45 kg) lighter than its predecessor.
BMW Assist: Standard with 10 years of eCall with enhanced Automatic Collision Notification and BMW Teleservice.
BMW Assist will be standard on the new 4 Series Coupe. It will include 10 years of eCall emergency calling and enhanced Automatic Collision Notification as well as BMW Teleservice. BMW Assist eCall includes enhanced Automatic Collision Notification, which includes the groundbreaking Urgency Algorithm, developed in cooperation with the William Lehman Injury Research Center in Miami. In addition to the vehicle's exact position and direction of travel, details of the vehicle model and all the data gathered by the sensors in the car are relayed to the call center as well. This information provides indications as to the nature and severity of the collision, while the deployment of the car's restraint systems gives an idea of the number of people injured and allows frontal, rear, side or even multiple collisions to be identified and differentiated. The Urgency Algorithm transmits the likelihood of severe injury. On the basis of all accident-related data, the call center decides which and how many emergency services are required at the accident site (e.g. doctor, paramedic, fire brigade, helicopter). The data also enables the first responders to alert the appropriate medical care for those involved in the accident before they have even arrived at the scene. The call center will also stay in contact with the vehicle's occupants until the emergency services arrive, speaking to them in their native language where possible. As well as automatic activation, the system also allows the driver or front passenger to trigger the emergency call manually in order to help other road users in distress by alerting the call center.
TeleService tells the driver if and when maintenance is required. Fixed service intervals become a thing of the past, because the intelligent maintenance system, Condition Based Service, constantly monitors your vehicle's service needs. When necessary, the vehicle communicates service-relevant data to the nearest BMW Service Center by making an Automatic BMW TeleService Call.
BMW iDrive: The BMW 4 Series Coupe gets the latest version
BMW's groundbreaking user interface has undergone constant improvement and development since its inception in 2002. On the heels of its most recent update, BMW's iDrive will see significant enhancements for model year 2014. Not only will more models receive the latest iDrive 4.2, but the system gets enhancements that improve the user experience in the areas of navigation, Advanced Real Time Traffic Information, connectivity, entertainment, online access and voice commands. One example is the ability to engage automatic time setting. When active, the time will automatically be adjusted for Daylight Saving or Standard time as well as changes in time zone while traveling.
BMW Navigation – Touchpad, Point-of-Interest voice search and enhanced route tailoring among highlights
The latest BMW navigation system, which is optional on the new BMW 4 Series Coupe, has received many enhancements.
Before setting out, the prescribed route can be tailored to avoid certain areas, for example, if the user anticipates heavy traffic or knows of construction on that route. The system will recalculate the route to avoid the selected area. Multiple areas to avoid can be selected for a given route and the size of coverage is fully adjustable.
The online Google search function has been enhanced for customers who subscribe to BMW Online. Users can now search for points-of-interest (POI) via voice. Once the user has spoken their POI, the navigation system can then guide the driver to their desired destination.
Advanced Real Time Traffic Information was significantly enhanced for iDrive 4.2 to provide a clearer view of traffic congestion using green, yellow and red indicators along the route to indicate the degree to which roads are clear or congested. The traffic incident view has been enhanced again to provide more precise indications in red of the specific location of stopped traffic.
When equipped with the BMW navigation system, the new 4 Series Coupe will include the new iDrive controller with Touchpad. The touchpad is integrated into the top of the controller and does not require a separate location. Phone numbers, contact names and address can be written out directly on the touchpad. The user can seamlessly switch between the touchpad and the controller while information is being entered. The touchpad can also be used to zoom in and out on the interactive map.
High-res projection in color: the Head-Up Display.
One of the highlights of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe is the latest-generation full-color Head-Up Display. HUD projects key information onto the windshield to appear directly in the driver's field of view to minimize the time the driver has to look away from the road. Depending on the vehicle specification, not only is the current speed displayed, but speed limits and passing restrictions are also flashed up for the driver's benefit, along with navigation instructions and various warning messages. The variety of driver assistance systems available for the new BMW 4 Series Coupe brings the amount of information that can be shown in the Head-Up Display to a whole new level. The intensity of the projections adapts automatically to the light conditions and follows the illumination of the cockpit dials. The positioning of the projections on the windscreen can also be adjusted using the iDrive Controller.
Active Driving Assistant warns the driver of a possible collision with pedestrians.
A camera fitted to the rear-view mirror scans in front of the vehicle and uses image processing to detect any people or vehicles within its field of vision. When it recognizes a risk of collision with the vehicle in front, the system produces an audible warning and a visual signal appears in the instrument cluster or the optional Head-Up Display (if specified) to alert the driver. Should a collision be unavoidable, automatic moderate hazard braking is actuated. During urban journeys in sufficient light conditions, if the system detects a potential collision with a pedestrian, it warns the driver and, if necessary, triggers automatic hazard braking. In both cases – in addition to the warnings – the vehicle's brakes are automatically primed for emergency braking and the activation thresholds of the Brake Assist system are lowered. The Lane Departure Warning system is also a part of the Driving Assistant option.
A system of many talents: Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function.
The latest development stage of the familiar Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (ACC Stop & Go) uses a front-mounted camera on the rear-view mirror in addition to the full-range radar sensors to provide an enhanced interpretation of the traffic situation ahead. When driving in slow-moving traffic or traffic jams, the driver is able to safely move along with the flow of traffic and let the vehicle's automatic systems handle the tasks of stopping, pulling away again and approaching junctions where there are already vehicles waiting ahead. Combining radar and video data in this way improves detection of other vehicles and reduces the system's reaction time. If a vehicle ahead brakes very sharply in free-flowing traffic, requiring the driver to take action, he or she is prompted to do so by a two-stage warning. Active Cruise Control with automatic distance control is now available at speeds between 20 and 130 mph (30 km/h and 210 km/h). The intelligent cruise control function remains active at speeds above 130 mph (210 km/h).
Using sensors and camera monitoring: Active Blind Spot Detection and Lane Departure Warning systems.
Among the convenience and safety-enhancing assistance systems on offer are Active Blind Sport Detection and Lane Departure Warning, with the latter available as part of the Active Driving Assistant option. These systems use radar sensors and camera monitoring to alert drivers to potential collision risks when changing lanes or if they veer out of lane unintentionally. It also issues a warning when driving too close to the vehicle ahead.
LED High Beam Assistant with intelligent control.
The BMW 4 Series Coupe is available with the option of full-LED headlights, which provide a further safety boost when driving at night. The optional High Beam Assistant in conjunction with full-LED headlights ensures that the driver can enjoy optimal visibility at all times without having to switch manually between high and low beam. The High Beam Assistant adapts to the traffic situation by switching to low beam on one or both sides.
Superb overview not just when parking: Surround View, Side View, Top View and Parking Assistant.
In addition to the rear view camera and Park Distance Control, customers are also able to get the Surround View function with Side View and Top View, which provides a bird's-eye view of the BMW 4 Series Coupe and the area around it. It enables the driver to carry out precise maneuvers in tight spaces. If the car is moving at a speed under 12 mph (20 km/h), the Side View function can additionally be activated to allow the driver to keep an eye on cross-traffic. Another convenience system is the Parking Assistant system, which is able to maneuver the car into parking spaces parallel to the direction of travel. All the driver has to do is operate the accelerator and brake pedal while the Parking Assistant takes care of the steering.
The new BMW 4 Series Coupe is a technical tour-de-force which is, at its heart a true BMW Sport Coupe. The 2014 428i Coupe and 435i Coupe will arrive in US showroom late this summer.
Sport Line - Mineral Gray
Sport Line - Red and White
F32 4 Series Coupe
4 Series Coupes
435i Modern Line
435i Sport Line
428i M Sport
435i Coupe M Sport xDrive
435i Coupe M Sport
Melbourne Red 4 Series M Sport
4 Series M Sport - Glacier Silver
Estoril Blue 428i M Sport
Black 428i Sport Line
182.6in.
4638mm.
71.9in.
Track (f)
Track (r)
Weight, unladden (435i)
3494.3lbs.
1585kg.
ESTORIL BLUE II
GLACIER SILVER
MELBOURNE RED
MINERAL GRAY
MINERAL WHITE
ORION SILVER
Also see: 2014 4 Series M Performance Price Guide
The M Performance Parts available for the F32 4 Series include:
The BMW M Performance Power Kit ( PPK ):
BMW 420d (+12Kw, +40Nm) / (+16hp, +30 lb-ft)
BMW 435i (+25kW, +50Nm) / (+34hp, +37 lb-ft)
• M Performance Exhaust system (available 428i and 435i) with chrome tailpipes or carbon fiber tips (for 435i)
• M Performance Limited-slip differential
• M Performance Suspension
• M Performance brakes (red, yellow or orange calipers)
• M Performance light alloy wheels
• 18-inch winter complete wheel sets in double-spoke design
• Black kidney grilles
• Rear diffuser
• Side sill foils with M Performance inscription,
• M Performance side stripes
• Carbon fiber front splitters
• Carbon fiber mirror caps
• Carbon fiber rear spoiler
• M Performance sports steering wheel with red central marking or Race • Display in 12 o'clock position
• Carbon fiber manual gear lever and handbrake handle with alcantara gaiter
• Carbon fiber gear selector switch of the automatic transmission
• Interior strips in carbon and alcantara
• High-grade steel pedals
• M Performance floor mats
4 Series M Performance Parts
BMW 4 Series M Performance Parts
* Click to download 2014 4 Series Coupe price guide *
2014 4 Series Coupe U.S. Pricing and Ordering Guides: http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=857035
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We recently asked for your questions regarding the BMW 4 Series[/URL][/B] and we brought those (together with some of our own) to the drive launch for the F32. Big thanks to all the gracious BMW representatives who patiently answered our questions.
Here's what we were able to find out for BIMMERPOST members.
Are there suspension or steering tweaks/improvements in the F32 compared to the F30?
The F32 is much more rigid than the F30. One way BMW has done this is by using a different suspension with extra V- or X- bracing from the subframes going back to the car's chassis. Also, the entire suspension is different from the F30. We know this car will be mostly driven with two people aboard and in a sporting way. Therefore, we have tuned the suspension for the performance minded driver who needs a coupe that can hold four people occasionally. BMW has tested its competitors car's chassis, and we (BMW) have the highest torsional rigidity in this class of car.
The F32's electric power steering has different programming to allow for a sportier experience.
How do the lower center of gravity and other suspension tweaks impact handling specifically?
While it's not something you can really feel, it's something you CAN measure. In a slalom or emergency lane change maneuver, it can be measured. The F32 is about 0.5 mph faster in a slalom (than the F30) and the car is more stable under a emergency lane change because the center of gravity is much lower than that on a F30.
Does the coupe still have sport suspension as standard?
No. It really was not standard on the e92 either (only initially when the car first launched). The F32 will come with a standard suspension, with two dynamic settings: Sport and Comfort. M Sport cars will have the same ride height as the standard suspension -- this is something new. Also, xDrive models will have a slightly higher ride height due to their use for driving on snow and ice.
Does the xDrive suspension on the 4 series have the same calibration as the F30's xDrive suspension calibration?
No, the F32 suspensions are all new in their tuning/damping.
Why is the xDrive version of the 435i faster than the non xDrive version, yet the same is not so for the 428i compared to the 428i xDrive?
Well... xDrive only adds about 70Kg's of weight to the car. And it really aids in low traction situations... so it should be no wonder why a car would be faster in acceleration from a stand still than a 2 wheel drive car. But, it should be noted that xDrive does add some weight where you really do not need added weight - in the nose of the car. This is why the M brand has deemed it less than "pure" for use in M models. But, for people who live in snowy areas... this is an acceptable trade-off for added traction in winter conditions.
How much more rigid is the 4 Series chassis than the E92 3 Series Coupe?
It is 60% more rigid, due to the use of added suspension cross bracing on the front and rear subframes linking the suspension with the car's chassis. We spend a lot of time on this - making the two door coupe stiffer.
How do the times around the Nurburgring compare to a similarly configured F30?
The coupe is faster than the sedan, but we do not have any 'Ring lap times to give you in terms of xx time vs yy lap times. We can say the F32 coupe is faster than the sedan due to the above mentioned chassis improvements.
Can we expect a M435i model in the future?
No plans of yet.
Any possibility for DCT transmission in the future?
No. The DCT will be for M models. The latest eight speed ZF automatic shifts so fast and cleanly, we do not see the need for a DCT.
It was rumored last generation that the coupes would form the 4 Series, but it was scrapped. What was it that made it happen this time around?
Not really my dept... so I can not answer as to why now. But, back then we did not have a X6 nor a 6 Series Gran Coupe, so the even numbering is fitting in with our model hierarchy. I think it makes it easier for the customer to know an even number is a coupe (or coupe-like) form and that odd numbers are our sedan models.
Any particular reason for the hood cutline position being in the middle of the hood instead of where it joins the grilles? Is there a technical reason for it?
There are a lot of reasons why, but mostly it is for pedestrian crash rules here in the EU and in the USA. We have to have "soft" areas in the front of the car and the only way to do this is to have that "cutline". We even make the hood of the car "softer" or more "friendly" to pedestrians impacts and design preformed crush areas of the hood for EU or US crash standards. But it's all a compromise, so we try to build a car that can meet all the modern day requirements today's car must meet and excel in.
* Some of the above has been paraphrased and are not word-for-word quotes.
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Roki_014
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more m-sport pics pls
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M-sport looks great!
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i feel like something is missing in the back, doesn't look complete
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Msport FTW
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435i MSRP increased by $900 as well. Not bad.
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Is that Mineral Grey/ Space Grey or a new colour in the sport line pictures?
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Mineral Gray.
Per the earlier leaked dealer order guide: http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=815207
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Estoril blue please!
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Wow really whoring out that ///M logo...
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M sport needs a lip spoiler
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Hmmm. It looks lighter to me than Mineral grey. Is it just the lighting ?
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Originally Posted by nks_bb
Yea... And, is the 435i base price $3725 more than the F30? Seems like it. Maybe the F30 price I'm seeing ($43200) does not include destination.
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e92 aint looking outdated, who agree ?
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Looks like the LED headlight option gives you LED front turn signals.
Still prefer the outgoing coupe to this one. The nose dives down too much like the F30. Sigh.
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Maybe I need to see it in person... I'm a bit disappointed by the exterior. Look at that bland sideskirt on the sport line version. The msport version is decent, but I prefer the msport bumper on the F30. Hopefully the M4 will look much better.
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The gross over use of the M badge on non M cars is getting increasingly bothersome. M used to mean something; now it just says "I added some plastic ground effects to my car so it looks faster". The strategy moves more cars but dilutes the image. Save the M's!!
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Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has ordered public schools in the state to extend summer recess until after Labor Day beginning in 2017, setting off an immediate battle with school officials and Democratic legislative leaders.
Hogan (R), a moderate who has made boosting Maryland's economy the centerpiece of his administration, said delaying the start of the school year would be good for businesses, families and the environment — because schools would not need to use air-conditioning for as many days in August.
His effort runs counter to the trend of starting school earlier in many parts of the country in an effort to bridge the racial and socioeconomic achievement gap, maximize opportunities to prepare students for standardized testing and limit the time that working families need to pay for child care.
"School after Labor Day is now the law of the land in Maryland," Hogan said at a news conference Wednesday in the beach resort town of Ocean City. He was flanked by Comptroller Peter Franchot (D) and Sen. James N. Mathias Jr. (D-Worcester), both longtime advocates for a later start date.
The governor's executive order requires that school systems complete 180 days of class by June 15. Districts can apply to the state board of education for waivers exempting them from the requirements.
Hogan noted that parents across the state have expressed enthusiastic support for a later start date. In downtown Annapolis on Wednesday, mental-health therapist Ebony Hicks said the change would be beneficial for her two teenagers, who attend high school in Baltimore.
"They study a lot during the school year in an academically intense school, so it's nice to give them more time to be off," Hicks said.
Many experts say long summer breaks hurt students who struggle academically, especially poorer children who lack access to enriching summer camps and programs. Some high-poverty schools have attributed gains in classroom achievement in part to their decision to shorten summer recess.
Maryland Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr. (D-Calvert) called the executive order signed by Hogan "extraordinary and legally questionable." He accused the governor of caring more about promoting summer tourism than advancing school achievement.
"Making a press show about this issue . . . while holding hands with the state tax collector appears like political gamesmanship," Miller said.
Mathias, who represents Ocean City, has sponsored legislation to delay the statewide start date for the past several years. The measures died in committee.
Maryland State Education Association spokesman Sean Johnson said a later start date would "worsen summer brain drain among students from poor socioeconomic backgrounds" and adds to the financial burden for families.
But Megan Curtis, a single parent from Annapolis who works in home-appliance sales, said she would be happy to pay for more day care for her young son to extend summer a bit longer.
Andrew Smarick, president of the state board of education and a Hogan appointee, acknowledged that some high-poverty schools have increased academic achievement by increasing instructional time.
He said the board has not yet met to discuss Hogan's order or what might constitute a good reason for starting school before Labor Day. "The state board will have to consider what constitutes a compelling justification, including the needs of particular groups of students," Smarick said.
Virginia, which passed a law 20 years ago requiring schools to start after Labor Day, also allows individual districts to seek exemption waivers. Fairfax County, the state's largest jurisdiction, is one of the latest to seek such a waiver; it will start school before Labor Day beginning next year.
Hogan cited a Goucher poll showing strong support among Maryland residents for starting school after Labor Day, and noted that such a change was recommended by a bipartisan task force created by then-Gov. Martin O'Malley (D).
Longtime Montgomery County school board member Patricia O'Neill said it would be "nearly impossible" to design a 180-day school year that starts after Labor Day, ends by June 15, sets aside time for holidays, compensates for snow days and meets contractual obligations for teacher professional days.
"I think spring break could be at risk," she said.
Donna St. George and Emma Brown contributed to this report.


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Watch Texas LawShield Independent Program Attorney Edwin Walker break down the legality of using non-knife or non-firearm weapons for self-defense in Texas.
Thanks for your advice on the use of non-lethal defensive devices such as pepper spray and tasers. Your law updates and the "Texas Gun Law" publication you offer helps keep me up-to-date on exercising my CHL/LTC privileges.
You state that we can use pepper spray if we use a small canister. We can not use a spray like the Police use. I do not know what the police carry. Can you give me a size, by stating the ounces we can carry? OR can't carry.
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Episode 620 - losers are human too
My idea was to talk about social pariah characters, people who it's socially acceptable to laugh at, despise, or even hate. They can be the uncool people, the dorks, the dags, the idiots, the overweight, the ugly, the old, the out of touch, the over the hill… On the extreme end they could be monsters and criminals. Generally they're written pretty two dimensionally as a collection of cliches, but when the writing goes beyond that to lend them humanity is when it goes to the next level.
I'm not talking about underdogs or members of minority groups because people should already know better than to write them as stereotypes or to laugh at them for being what they are. I'm not talking about "punching up" or "down" or sideways either.
A good example would be one of those Mansplaining "M'Lady" characters: a fat, young white guy with a thin goatee beard, in a black stingy brim fedora hat and black trench coat, worn over a t-shirt and cargo shorts. It's socially acceptable to universally despise that person, and it can even feel good to have someone like that who everyone is allowed to laugh at. Other examples are the Boomer, the Karen, the angry vegan woman, nerds, pervs, trainspotters, Furries, Bronies, and Treckies.
My conjecture is that an ordinary or bad writer just uses them as is and leverages the popular social derision surrounding them for humour. While a really good writer goes beyond the cliches and gives the character some humanity. Dwight in the US version of The Office started out as a character we loved to hate, but as the show wore on and he gained more humanity he became an immeasurably better character. King of the Hill is a show entirely dedicated to the sort of people pop-culture gives us permission to mock and deride and yet it shows us their vulnerabilities which makes them so much better than the characters in Family Guy who are similarly despised people but with no other dimension.
One of the main faults of the second Knives Out movie, Glass Onion, is that the characters are mostly all built around cliches we're supposed to despise, and they don't go beyond that. I liked the film but it wasn't as clever it thought it should be.
By all means start off with a boomer, Karen, angry vegan lady or a Mainsplainer, pick the low hanging fruit jokes, get all the easy laughs, but then turn things on their head. Go deeper. Show them as more than a simple cliches, more than a cutout! That will enhance your story supremely, make your characters more interesting, the drama more effective and your jokes funner.
This week Gunwallace has given us the theme to Prince of the Moonlight Stone - Mysterious sounds of the cold, snowy, moonlit, pine-forest… Percussion heats up and leads us down into the steaming jungles in the valleys below, away from the cry of the wolf and the savage bite of the cold mountain winds.
Explorer Chronicles - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/news/2023/jan/24/featured-comic-explorer-chronicles/
Prince of the Moonlight Stone - - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/_Prince_of_the_Moonlight_Stone/ - by KillerSandy, rated M.
Episode 619 - Artificial culture
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Talking about AI again but this time our subject is different: Does it have a negative influence on culture? AI creative tools in the hands of an actual skilled creator opens up amazing possibilities. Real creative people will be able to use them as the tools they are, to mix and match with their own knowledge, talents and many different creative sources to produce novel and interesting things!
Episode 618 - The grass is always Greener
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The Saying goes that The Grass is Always Greener on the Other Side of the Fence. Envy and jealously are destructive, negative feelings that either lead to bad outcomes or just make you feel pretty crappy. It especially affects creators! We get down about our artwork, our writing, the popularity of someone else's comic etc and we wish WE were as good as them and wonder why we aren't… maybe we're just not as good? If we could only just have their talent, their luck, their skill then WE'D be awesome too. it's just not fair…
Episode 617 - Adventuring we go!
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Adventure is a fun genre! Not as many things get made for it these days but it used to be hugely popular in the past. It's one of my favourite genres and this is what we're chatting about for the Quackcast. What IS adventure? I think it usually involves a whole lot of different things like exploration, action, discovery, heroic protagonists, rivals, travel, exotic places, fights etc. It can be set in the past or in the modern day. Good examples are The Mummy, Indiana Jones, the original Tomb Raider, the two new Jumanji films, Strange World, Pirates of the Caribbean, Ducktales, Tailspin, Jungle Cruise, Uncharted and so much more. I'd love to know your faves!
Episode 616 - Happy New years!
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Happy 2023! This was the last Quackcast of 2022 and the FIRST Quackcast of 2023! I was recording during 2023 while Tantz, Banes and Pit were still stuck in 2022 because of the time difference between us, so we straddled the years! We had the full crew here of myself, Banes, Tantz Aerine, and Pit Face! We chatted about what we did with comics in 2022, what movies we saw and the issue of "AI Art" and how it impacts actual artists. It was a really cool talk!
Episode 615 - Happy Christmas!
tags: Banes, Christmas Specials, Drunk duck, Featured comic, Featured music, Gunwallace, Neville Magicians Rabbit, Nocturne 21 Volume One, Ozoneocean, QUACKCAST 615, Tantz Aerine, Webcomics hosting
Happy Life Day! Hahaha! Merry Christmas for 2 days ago… This week we're talking about the "Christmas specials" that populate entertainment media this time of year. No particular reason for it, it's just because it's seasonal! It's not always Christmas focused there are the occasionally hanukkah things as well, and in the northern hemisphere this is the season for traditional winter festivals afterall.
Episode 613 - 1930
tags: 1930, Banes, Drunk duck, Featured comic, Featured music, Gunwallace, Nocturne 21 Volume One, Ozoneocean, QUACKCAST 613, She used to be fractal, Tantz Aerine, Webcomics hosting
The 1930s were quite a uniquely influential time for a number of reasons. The 1930s were the very last days of the old world before the new one was born in the apocalypse of the 1940s. Old empires, kings, colonialism- forces that had shaped the planet for decades were about to be shattered for the good, thankfully. New technologies were on a rapid rise as things were spiraling closer and closer to global war, Air travel was becoming a reality even as the old ocean liners were still the main means of transportation connecting the continents, people were building cites around the realities of car travel. Cinema had changed drastically with the advent of the talkies. and so much more!
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This modern Sammakorn apartment is situated on a high floor in this low rise apartment building with 100 sq.m of living space (excluding balconies). The unit comes fully furnished in a modern style and has ceramic tiled floors throughout and has 3 balcony areas. The apartment opens to a large open plan dining room – kitchen with balcony (1) access, modern fitted kitchen with built in electric hob & extractor hood, built in electric oven, microwave, fridge freezer, washing machine and separate dryer. The livingroom is separate also with balcony (2) access, working area, large LCD TV. The master (double) bedroom has a large walk in wardrobe area with extensive storage and ensuite bathroom with power shower. Bedroom 2 is a double with wardrobe storage and balcony (3) access. The 3rd bedroom is a single or could be used as an office. These 2 bedrooms have use of the main bathroom with power shower.


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Algebraic Geometry Seminar (since 2010)
Prof. Lin Weng, Kyushu University, Japan; Non-Abelian Zeta Functions; Mar. 23 (Tue), 2010, 16:00-17:00; Room 1704
Prof. Jun Li, Stanford University, USA; Danaldson-Thomas invariants, its introduction, its current study and its prospect; Jul 12, 2010, 14:00-16:00; Room 1704
Prof. Timothy Logvinenko, The University of Warwick, UK; Orthogonally spherical objects; Sep 28, 2010 (Tue), 16:00-17:00; Room 2001
Prof. Masanori Ishida, Tohoku University, Japan; Counting lattice points by the Riemann-Roch theorem; Nov 24 (Wed), 2010, 16:00-17:00; Room 1801
Boundedness of algebraic varieties, By Prof. Chenyang Xu, MIT, USA; Jan 17 (Tue) 2011, 14:00-15:00, Room 1801
Calabi-Yau varieties and hyperbolic geometry, By Prof. Steven Lu, The University Quebec, Canada; May 9 (Mon) 2011, 15:00-16:00, Room 1801
Dynamics of Automorphisms on Compact Kaehler Manifolds, By Prof. D.-Q. Zhang, National University of Singapore; Jun 13 (Mon) 2011, 14:00-15:00, Room 1704
Modular Desingularization of Moduli of Genus-Two Stable Maps, By Prof. Yi Hu, The University of Arizona, USA; Jul 13 (Wed) 2011, 14:00-15:00, Room 1801
On a question of Demailly-Peternell-Schneider, By Prof. Qi Zhang, The University of Missouri-Columbia, USA; Jul 13 (Wed) 2011, 15:30-16:30, Room 1801
Fano 3-folds of large Fano index (by Prof. Yuri G. Prokhorov, Moscow State University, Russia), Mar 31 (Sat), 2012, 16:00–17:00, Room 1704
On singularities of the period mapping after Wilfried Schmid (by Prof. Yihu Yang), May 11 (Fri), 2012, 16:00–17:00, Room 1801
Advanced lectures on birational geometry (by Prof. Chenyang Xu, Utah): (1) Jun 15, 2012, 3:00-4:00; (2) Jun 18, 3:00-4:00; (3) Jun 20, 3:00-4:00; (4) Jun 22, 3:00-4:30. Room 1801
Diptych varieties (by Prof. Miles Reid, Warwick), 7 Sep 2012, 3:30-4:30, Room 1704
Crepant resolutions and A-Hilbert schemes for restricted diagonal groups of SL(n) (by Prof. Miles Reid, Warwick), 14 Sep 2012, 3:30-4:30, Room 1704
On equivariant compactification of vector groups (By Prof. Baohua Fu, AMSS, CAS), Oct 19 (Fri), 2012, 15:30–16:30, Room 1704
Castelnuovo bounds for higher dimensional varieties (by Prof. Fedor Zak, Laboratory of Mathematical Economics CEMI, Russian Academy of Sciences), Nov 16 (Fri), 2012, 15:30–17:00, Room 1801(创新研究群体学术报告1)
On the birational geometry of varieties of maximal Albanese dimension (By Prof. Zhi Jiang, Université Paris-Sud 11, France), Dec 28 (Fri), 2012, 10:15–11:15, Room 1801(创新研究群体学术报告2)
Normal Projective Surfaces with Toric Singularities of Class T (By Prof. Yongnam Lee, KAIST, South Korea), Jan 14 (Mon), 2013, 15:30–16:30, Room 1801 (创新研究群体学术报告3)
Bounding the volumes of singular weak log del Pezzo surfaces (By Chen JIANG, The University of Tokyo), Mar 21 (Thu), 2013, 10:00–11:00, Room 1704
局部 Theta 对应理论介绍, 孙斌勇研究员, 中科院数学与系统科学研究院, 2013年5月17日(星期五),3:30–4:30,光华东主楼1801教室
Rationality of Unirational Homegeneous Varieties (By Prof. De-Qi Zhang, National University of Singapore), Jun 7 (Fri), 2013, 15:30–16:30, Room 1801
Graded Rings and Algebraic Surfaces (By Prof. Miles Reid, The University of Warwick, UK), Jun 19 (Wed), 2013, 16:00–17:00, Room 1704
Pseudo-effective classes and push-forwards (By Prof. Zhi Jiang, Univ. Paris-Sud 11, France), Sep 12 (Thu), 2013, 15:30–16:30, Room 1704
Rational connectedness of varieties and some other related topics, By Prof. Qi Zhang, The University of Missouri, USA, Oct 24 (Thu), 2013, 15:30–15:00, Room 2201
Introduction to Lawson homology and related problems, By Prof. HU Wenchuan, Sichuan University, Dec 25 (Wed), 2013, 15:30–16:30, Room 1501
Degenerating Hodge structures for one-parameter mirror families, By Dr. Tatsuki Hayama, Tsinghua University, Jan 8 (Wed), 2014, 14:00–15:00, Room 1801
On birational geometry in positive characteristic, By Prof. Paolo Cascini, Imprial College London, Apr 25(Fri), 2014, 16:00–17:00, Room 1801
A decomposition theorem of canonical bundles of varieties of maximal Albanese dimension, By Prof. Zhi JIang, Univ. Paris-Sud, France. Aug 1, 2014, 10:30–11:30, Room 1501
Characterization of products of theta divisors, By Prof. Marti Lahoz Vilalta, Univ. Paris 7, Aug 1, 2014, 9:30–10:30, Room 1501
The automorphism group of the Hilbert scheme of length two of a Cayley's K3 surface and related topics, By Prof. Keiji Oguiso, Osaka University, Japan. Sept 12 (Friday), 2014, 15:00–16:00, Room 1501
On anti-canonical geometry of Q-Fano 3-folds, By JIANG Chen, The University of Tokyo, Japan. Sept 19 (Fri), 2014, 13:30–15:00, Room H5313
Irrational fibrations on surfaces with p_g=q=2, By Dr. Matteo Penegini, The University of Milano, Italy. Nov 7 (Fri), 2014, 8:30–10:00, Room H2215
Subadditivity of Kodaira dimension on a positive characteristic field, By Dr. Yifei Chen, AMSS, CAS. Dec. 16th, 2014, 3:30–4:30, Room 1501
Birational rigidity of Fano threefold hyper–surfaces. By Prof. Jihun Park, POSTECH, South Korea. Dec 18th (Thursday), 2014, 15:30–16:30, Room 1801
The rational homotopy of compactifications of Baily-Borel and toric type, by Prof. Eduard Looijenga, Tsinghua University, Apr 17th (Fri), 2015, 4:00–5:00, Room 1501.
Kodaira dimension of algebraic fiber spaces over abelian varieties. By Dr. Junyan Cao(曹俊彦), Univ Paris 6. Apr. 28th (Tue), 2015, Room 1501.
Rational cohomology tori. By Prof. Zhi Jiang(江智), Univ Paris 11. Apr. 30th (Thu), 2015, Room 1501.
On finiteness of fundamental groups. By Prof. Chenyang Xu (许晨阳), Peking University, June 18th (Thu), 2015. Room 1501
Congruent number problem and elliptic curves. By Prof. Ye Tian(田野), AMSS, CAS. Oct. 21 (Wed), 2015, Room 1801.
Birational boundedness of singular log Fano threefolds. By Dr. JIANG Chen (江辰博士),The University of Tokyo. Nov 4th(Wed), 2015, 15:30–16:00, Room 1501.
Courses on Moduli Theory. By Prof. Weiping Li, HKUST. Room 2001. Dec 7th and 14th, 2015 (15:30-17:00); Dec 9th and 16th, 2015 (10:00-11:30); Dec 11th and 18th (10:00-11:30).
Effectivity of Iitaka fibrations and pluricanonical systems of polarized pairs. By Prof. De-Qi Zhang, National University of Singapore. Room 1501, 15:30-16:30, Dec. 16th, 2015
Automorphism and Cohomology. By Dr. Xuanyu Pan, Washington University (St. Louis), USA. Dec. 25th, 2015, 15:00-16:00. Room 1501.
"On Okounkov's conjecture connecting Hilbert schemes of points and multiple q-zeta values". By Prof. Zhenbo Qin, The University of Missouri, USA. Janu 11 (Monday), 2016, 15:00–16:00, Room 1704.
"Continuous linear systems on irregular varieties and higher dimensional Castelnuovo and Clifford-Severi inequalities". By Prof. Miguel A. Barja, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain. April 6th (Wed.), 2016, 15:30–16:30, Room 1501.
"Fake Tori". By Prof. Zhi Jiang, Univ. Paris-Sud, France. April 29th (Fri), 2016, 15:30–16:30, Room 1501.
"Negative weight derivation and rational homotopy theory". By Prof. Stephen S. T. Yau, Tsinghua University. May 27th (Friday), 2016, 15:30-16:30, Room 1501.
"Hyperbolicity of cyclic covers and complements". By Dr. Yuchen Liu, Princeton University. Jun 30th, 2016, 15:30–16:30, Room 1501.
"Foliations with Kodaira dimension one and some applications on Belyi fibrations", By Prof. Jun Lu, East China Normal University. Sept 30th, 2016, 16:00–17:00, Room 1501.
"Cycle classes of divisorial Maroni loci". By Prof. Gerard van der Geer, The University of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Oct. 21st, 2016, 16:00–17:00, Room 1704.
"Classification of fake projection planes and their applications". By Prof. Sai Kee Yeung, Purdue University, USA. Nov 30th, 2016, 16:00–17:00, Room 1501.
"代数簇的模空间",许晨阳教授,北京国际数学中心。2017年5月26日,16:00–17:00, 1501室。
"Geometry of Moduli of Abelian Differentials". By Prof. Dawei Chen, Boston College, USA. July 11th, 2017, 10:00–11:00, Room 1501.
"Algebraic surfaces of general type with numerically trivial automorphisms". By Prof. Wenfei Liu, Xiamen University. Sept 22nd, 2017, 15:30–16:30, Room 1501.
"Modular forms and algebraic curves". By Professor Gerard van der Geer, The University of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Oct 30th, 2017, 16:00–17:00, Room 1403.
"几何与表示掠影", 付保华研究员, 中科院数学与系统科学院. 2017-11-22, 15:30-16:30, 光华东主楼 1501.
"Birational boundedness of rationally connected klt Calabi-Yau 3-folds". By Dr. Chen Jiang, The University of Tokyo. 2017-12-14, 14:00–15:00, Room 1501.
"Characterizations of Toric Varieties via Polarized Endomorphisms". By Prof. De-Qi Zhang, NUS. Dec 20th, 2017, 15:30–16:30, Room 2001.
"Building blocks of amplified endomorphisms of normal projective varieties". By Dr. Sheng Meng, NUS. Mar 7th, 2018, 16:00–17:00, Room 1501.
"Commuting nilpotents, punctual Hilbert schemes and jet bundles". By Professor David Hyeon, Seoul National University, South Korea. May 10th, 2018, 16:00–17:00, Room 1501.
"Theta 函数 与 广义 theta 函数", 孙笑涛教授, 天津大学. 2018-05-29, 14:00-15:00,光华东主楼1501.
"Birational boundedness of rationally connected klt Calabi-Yau 3-folds, II", Dr Chen Jiang, The University of Tokyo, 2018-06-28, 16:00–17:00, 光华东主楼1501.
"Modular Blowups and Modular Resolution of Singularities", By Professor Yi Hu, University of Arizona. Jul 6th, 16:00–17:00, Room 1501.
"A robust and efficient semiparametric jump-preserving estimation for single index models", 林金官教授,南京审计大学。2018年7月26日下午,光华东主楼1504室
"From (semi-)abelian varieties to commutative algebraic groups", By Dr. Fei Hu, The University of British Columbia, Canada, Nov. 19, 2018, 9:00–9:50, Room 1501.
"Higher Codimensional Alpha Invariants and Characterization of Projective Spaces", By Dr. Ziwen Zhu, The University of Utah, Nov 19, 2018 (Monday), 10:00-10:50, Room 1501.
"Volumes and alpha-invariants of K-semistable Q-Fano varieties", By Dr. Chen Jiang, The University of Tokyo, Nov 19, 2018 (Monday), 11:00-11:50, Room 1501.
"Mirror Symmetry and Fano Varieties I, II", By Prof. Alessio Corti, Imperil College London, UK. Nov 29, 2018, 15:30-17:30. Room 1501.
"Mirror Symmetry and Fano Varieties III", By Prof. Alessio Corti, Imperil College London, UK. Dec 06, 2018, 16:00-17:00. Room 1501.
"Weil conjectures for the moduli stack of vector bundles on an algebraic curve", by Prof. Frank Neumann, University of Leicester, UK, April 11, 2019, 16:00–17:00, Room 1501, Guanghua East Main Building
"On Ruan's Cohomological Crepant Resolution Conjecture for the Complexified Bianchi orbifolds", by Prof. Fabio Perroni, University of Trieste, Italy, May 10, 2019, 16:00–17:00, Room 1801, Guanghua East Main Building
"On p-adic Riemann-Hilbert functors", By Prof. Ruochuan Liu, Peking University, May 24, 2019, 16:00–17:00, Room 2201, Guanhua East Main Building
"On homological stability of moduli spaces of curves with symmetry", By Prof. Fabio Perroni, University of Trieste, Italy, May 27, 2019, 14:00–15:00, Room 1501, Guanghua East Main Building
"On moduli of K-stable Fano varieties", By Prof. Chenyang Xu, MIT, USA. June 6, 2019, 16:00–17:00, Room 1501, Guanghua East Main Building


From Gamewright, Feed The kitty is fast moving dice rolling game, try to keep your mice away from the kitty. Contains 20 wooden mice and 2 dice sutaible for 4+.
From Gamewright, Rory's Story Cubes - Action Board Game is a pocket-sized creative story generator, providing hours of imaginative play for all ages!
From Gamewright, Rory's Story Cubes - Original Board Game is a pocket-sized creative story generator, providing hours of imaginative play for all ages!
Whether you are stressed, anxious, or just bored, fidget away with the Fidget Krazy Pad eight powerful features: spin, rocker, breathe, flip, roll, click, shift, and message. A perfect gift for friends who can't keep their fingers still!
You wanted more cards, and we made them. Our first deck enhancement adds 100 BRAND NEW CARDS to your Joking Hazard game. Simply mix them into your Joking Hazard deck, and enjoy. High-quality cards can be burned for heat after society collapses.
Get ready for a night full of smiles, laughs and a bit of competitiveness with Roll For It! Purple Edition! Roll For It - a fun dice roller that keeps gameplay tense throughout the whole game!
Dirty Neighbors is a party game for mature audiences. The game combines everyone's wit, humor, and personal problems to expose things you never knew about your friends. The more dirt you have on your friends, the more your jaw will hurt from laughing. But, then again... this game is not for you.
Your friend's best stories are often of a fairly personal nature which they may not have voluntarily shared before. Confessions Party Game has been carefully designed to extract as many embarrassing stories from your friends as humanly possible!


When looking at new releases this month, I found myself attracted to books meditating on time and place--whether it's the specific setting of a 19th-century opera house in France, modern New York City, or a futuristic and apocalyptic San Francisco. But no matter the time or setting, these books all explore the various connections and relationships between people. Here are the top 5 recent releases that I'm most excited about this February!
A book of short stories full of the surreal, strange, and uncanny. A book full of a variety of human situations and emotions that make the familiar strange, this one has the potential to be deeply unsettling and perhaps funny as well.
It's the end of the world--or maybe the beginning of a new one. Childhood friends Patricia and Laurence thought they'd seen each other for the last time years ago; he a technical genius who invented a time machine, even if it could only travel two seconds into the future, and she a burgeoning magician. Until they meet in San Francisco in what seems like the last days of a crumbling world.
Alexander Chee's latest novel has just the right amount of history, intrigue, and opera. It follows a 19th-century opera diva on the cusp of fame, but at what cost will that fame come?
WHY WE CAME TO THE CITY follows a group of young friends who have come to NYC in hopes of making it--whatever "it" is. The book traces their friendships as times get tougher and darker.
A meditation on place, travel, and identity. How do the places we live in define us? And what about the places we do not live in? Majka's collection will leave the reader reflecting and perhaps yearning for times and places past.


The win was the third in as many tries for the chestnut son of Curlin.
But in a race that contained Classic Empire, last year's 2-year-old champion and top-ranked Derby contender, he was largely overshadowed.
Motion briefly considered skipping the Holy Bull altogether and shipping him to Tampa in order to avoid facing Classic Empire. But the colt was training so well he decided what the heck and gave it a stab.
Jockey Joel Rosario sent Irish War Cry straight to the lead in the 1 1/16-mile stakes and never looked back. Classic Empire reached contention in the final turn to engage the leader. But it was for naught, as Irish War Cry pranced away an easy winner.
"He didn't kick at the end, just flat at the end," said Classic Empire's jockey, Julien Leparoux.
It was the first time Classic Empire lost a race he finished. His only defeat in five races last year came when he threw his rider at the start of the Hopeful Stakes at Saratoga.
On Saturday, Classic Empire finished 8 3/4 lengths behind the winner.
"He had no excuse, none whatsoever," said his trainer, Mark Casse.
Given that it was Classic Empire's first race since winning the Breeders' Cup Juvenile three months ago, the colt might have needed a race to get back in gear.
The $350,000 Holy Bull marked the first stakes test for Irish War Cry, and his future engagements remain up in the air.
"I haven't really gotten beyond today," Motion said.
Possible targets include the March 4 Fountain of Youth Stakes and April 1 Florida Derby, both at Gulfstream.
"It would be hard not to run him back in one of them," Motion said.
And Motion has no inkling whether Irish War Cry could sustain his front-running speed at the 1 1/4-mile distance of the Kentucky Derby in May.
-- Favorable Outcome triumphed in the other serious stakes for 3-year-olds on Saturday's card, the 7-furlong Swale.
Favorite Outcome rallied from last in the field of six to record a 3/4-length victory over 4-5 favorite Three Rules.


JVC Professional Products Company, a division of JVC Americas Corp., revealed that North Shore-LIJ Health System, one of the largest nonprofit, secular hospital systems in the country, recently purchased three GY-HM650 ProHD cameras to upgrade its HD production efforts.
Video producer Robert Hoell shows off one of the new JVC GY-HM650 ProHD cameras that are being used by North Shore-LIJ Health System for a variety of video projects.
Since the hospital system purchased its cameras in late May, its three-man media production team has been shooting HD footage for a variety of projects, from promotional videos on location to surgical procedures in the operating room.
Albert Ritondo, North Shore-LIJ assistant director for media productions, said the video team is often asked to be in the OR to document new procedures or provide footage for network television stations. As part of the public relations department, they also provide coverage of press conferences to share with local stations – and coverage has improved with the new JVC cameras.
The GY-HM650s are also being used extensively for a new 13-week series, Focus on Health, which will debut regionally on Cablevision and Verizon FiOS in November. According to Ritondo, the new series is replacing Medical Update, a basic multi-camera studio interview show. Focus on Health primarily features packages shot in the field.
JVC's .MP4 native file recording means no transcoding is required for editing on North Shore-LIJ's Sony Vegas NLE systems. Ritondo said the non-proprietary SDHC cards used to record footage on the GY-HM650 are not only convenient, but they are affordable enough that North Shore-LIJ uses them for archive.
With 16 hospitals across New York City, including five tertiary hospital complexes, North Shore-LIJ is one of New York's largest employers. Its media productions team has been shooting in HD since 2005, purchased the new JVC ProHD cameras to replace its aging Sony HVR-Z7U HDV camcorders as part of a transition to a completely tapeless workflow.


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Q: Filtering Escape Characters in PostgreSQL I am trying to filter distinct serial number from a table and join two tables. Current my code looks like
SELECT DISTINCT ON (t1.serial_nbr) t1.*, q1.serl_nbr
FROM ( select
                 serial_nbr,
                 CASE
                 when substring(serial_nbr FROM 2 for 2) = '18' THEN
                 regexp_replace(serial_nbr,'(...)(\w{{5}})','\\1 \\2')
                 when substring(serial_nbr FROM 2 for 2) = '19' AND length(serial_nbr) = 9 THEN
                 regexp_replace(serial_nbr,'(...)(\w{{6}})','\\1 \\2')
                 ELSE serial_nbr END as serial
                 FROM controller_returns) as t1
LEFT JOIN dblink('{param_db}',
            'SELECT DISTINCT ctrlr_serl_nbr,insert_ts
            FROM ctrlr_basic_setng')
as q1(ctrlr_serl character varying,insert_ts timestamp without time zone)
on q1.ctrlr_serl_nbr = t1.serial
WHERE t1.serial_nbr~'^[ABCD]([AC0-9]{{1,9}})'
ORDER by t1.serial_nbr, substring(t1.serial_nbr from 2 for 2), substring(t1.serial_nbr from 1 for 1)

I am using postgreSQL and connecting through using psycopg2 in python.
This is evolving code but I been noticing that the serial # that I am getting aren't truly distinct. I would sometimes get case like this 'A1800038' and 'A1800038\n'. What I am trying to figure out is is how to filter out the serial with \n. I was trying to do it in the WHERE clause doing '^[ABCD]([AC0-9][^\\n]{{1,9}})' or '^[ABCD]([AC0-9][^[:space:]]{{1,9}})' but neither work.
Any help would be much appreciated.

A:
...how to filter out the serial with \n.

Add this in the subquery t1:
WHERE t1.serial_nbr !~ '\\n$'

You have to double \ to remove its special meaning. To identify actual newline characters (E'\n' - ASCII code 10), use a single \ instead.
$ signifies the end of the string.
That said, you could use cheaper LIKE expressions in your query:
SELECT DISTINCT ON (t1.serial_nbr) t1.*, q1.serl_nbr
FROM  (
   SELECT serial_nbr
        , CASE WHEN serial_nbr LIKE '_18%'      THEN regexp_replace(serial_nbr, '(...)(\w{{5}})','\\1 \\2')
               WHEN serial_nbr LIKE '_19______' THEN regexp_replace(serial_nbr, '(...)(\w{{6}})','\\1 \\2')
                                                ELSE serial_nbr END AS serial
   FROM   controller_returns
   WHERE  t1.serial_nbr !~ '\\n$'   -- !
   ) t1
LEFT   JOIN dblink('{param_db}', 'SELECT DISTINCT ctrlr_serl_nbr, insert_ts FROM ctrlr_basic_setng')
         AS q1(ctrlr_serl varchar, insert_ts timestamp)
         ON q1.ctrlr_serl_nbr = t1.serial
WHERE  t1.serial_nbr~'^[ABCD]([AC0-9]{{1,9}})'
ORDER  BY t1.serial_nbr, substring(t1.serial_nbr FROM 2 FOR 2), left(t1.serial_nbr, 1);

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Gardenia schoemannii Teijsm. & Binn.
Randia schoemannii (Teijsm. & Binn.) Bakh.f.
Our specimens are provisionally named Rothmannia schoemannii, but are probably a new species all together that only occurs in Borneo. This remains a question until a revision is ready for this genus.
Sub-canopy tree up to 29 m tall and 36 cm dbh. Stipules ca. 5 mm long, strongly pointed. Leaves in whorls of three leaves, simple, penni-veined, hairy. Flowers ca. 29 mm diameter, white-yellowish, with long corolla tube, flowers in small panicles. Fruits ca. 62 mm diameter, green, tough berries.
In undisturbed mixed dipterocarp and keranga forests up to 700 m altitude. Usually on hillsides and ridges. In secondary forests usually present as a pre-disturbance remnant.
Burma, Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Java, Borneo (throughout the island).


(CBS) Comcast Sports Net Bulls analyst Kendall Gill has been suspended after an altercation with the Big Ten Network's Tim Doyle Tuesday evening in the CSN newsroom.
The news comes via Crain's Danny Ecker, who witnessed the incident in person. Ecker and Doyle were a part of Tuesday's "Sports Talk Live" program on CSN and shortly after taping the show, Doyle was confronted by the Bulls studio analyst.
Doyle disagreed with both of them Tuesday on "Sports Talk Live".
It's unclear if Doyle will face any discipline from the Big Ten Network, where he is a college basketball analyst. Doyle is also a contributor to 670 The Score from time-to-time.


After graduating from Durham University in 2001, Richard travelled extensively across Russia, China, India, South East Asia and South America before qualifying as a chartered surveyor with Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL). In 2009 he established Bywater Properties, a London-based company focused on cross-sector UK property investment and development, of which Richard remains Chairman.
In 2012 Richard joined Iceland Foods, the company established by his parents Malcolm and Rhianydd in 1970. He worked full-time as a shelf-stacker and cashier in Iceland stores in London for a year, before becoming a store manager in Swiss Cottage and moving to Iceland head office at Deeside, Flintshire, in 2013.
After various head office roles, including a spell running Iceland's International division, Richard became Managing Director of The Food Warehouse, Iceland's chain of more than 70 larger format stores, in 2015. He was promoted to his current role as Managing Director of Iceland Foods, with responsibility for both Iceland and The Food Warehouse stores, and for the Group's property and people, in August 2018.
Since November 2017 Richard has taken the board lead on sustainability issues across the Group. Under his leadership, Iceland has taken a range of world-leading sustainability initiatives that include becoming the first major retailer globally to commit to eliminating single-use plastic packaging from its own label range, to be completed by the end of 2023; taking action against continuing destruction of tropical rainforests as the first UK major UK supermarket to announcing the removal of palm ingredients from its own label food by the end of 2018; becoming the first UK retailer to adopt the Plastic Free Trust Mark; and being the first retailer to install trial Reverse Vending Machines for plastic bottles in stores in England, Scotland and Wales.
Richard is a Trustee of the 'Iceland Foods Charitable Foundation', and the conservation group 'Fauna & Flora International'. He also sits on DEFRA's 'Council for Sustainable Business' and Greenpeace's 'Ocean Advisory Board'.
Richard is married with two daughters. Outside family and business, his greatest passions are trail running, skiing, surfing and climbing all over the world.