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Published on April 20, 2013 | By Mark Oastler |
Engine: 2.8 litre Duramax in-line four cylinder common rail-direct injection turbo-diesel
Power: 132kW @ 3800 rpm Torque: 470Nm @ 2000 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed automatic with sequential manual shift option
Suspension: (F) upper and lower wishbone, coil springs (R) coil springs, live axle
Towing: 3.0 tonne (braked)
Economy: 9.1 litres/100 kms
We've always liked the concept of a big, chunky truck-based wagon like the Colorado 7. By 'truck-based' we mean an SUV that adheres to the traditional body-on-frame structure that all genuine heavy-duty 4×4 off roaders and hard-working pickup trucks have stuck to since the truck was invented.
Some ill-informed types might sneeringly call this traditional way of building trucks 'old school' but if you've ever ventured further off road than the dirt shoulder or carried/towed some big loads then you'll appreciate why manufacturers of trucks large and small stick to this time-proven design.
Fact is, the integral body-chassis unit used in the construction of cars and light-duty SUVs just can't match the strength, load-carrying capacity and durability of a traditional ladder-type chassis frame.
Holden's Colorado 7 is a good example of what we reckon a seven-seater truck-based wagon should be. It was designed in parallel with the latest Colorado one-tonne ute (below), so it features the same rugged body-on-frame design, front suspension and drivetrain.
However, it differs in some key areas. Beyond the obvious differences in body styles, the Colorado 7 is 250mm shorter in wheelbase (C7 2845mm vs 3096mm), 469mm shorter in overall length (C7 4878mm vs 5347mm) but 249mm wider (C7 2131mm vs 1882mm).
It's also 64 kgs heavier than the Colorado one-tonner (C7 2117 kgs vs 2053 kgs). So make no mistake – this is a big vehicle.
The shorter wheelbase makes little difference to the ramp break-over angle (22 degrees) and its approach angle (30 degrees) and departure angle (22 degrees) are identical to the ute.
While both models share the same independent coil-sprung double wishbone front suspension, Colorado 7 features a unique five-link, coil sprung live axle rear suspension in preference to the one tonne pickup's more rigid and harsh-riding leaf springs.
This results in a smoother ride for passengers but also a 500 kg drop in peak towing capacity from the pickup's 3.5 tonnes to 3.0 tonnes.
Models & Features
The Colorado 7 is available in two grades – entry level LT and top level LTZ. The LT buyer actually gets a pretty good deal in terms of not missing out on much of the stuff that matters compared to the up-spec model.
Only one powertrain and transmission combination is available, with the Duramax 2.8-litre 132kW/470Nm four cylinder turbo-diesel engine and six-speed automatic transmission with Active Select (manual shift option).
Colorado 7 also shares the ANCAP five-star safety rating of its Crew Cab pickup stable-mate, with dual front airbags and full-length curtain airbags that extend to the third row of seating as standard equipment.
These passive safety features are backed by the usual array of dynamic safety features including Electronic Stability Control (ESC) incorporating Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Traction Control System (TCS).
Both models also share the pickup's part-time 4×4 system with a two-speed shift-on-the-fly transfer case and limited slip diff, but get two extra features that the ute doesn't have which are really useful off road including Descent Control System (DCS) and Hill Start Assist (HSA).
The key visual differences between LT and LTZ are most noticeable in the wheel packages, with 16-inch alloys on the LT and 18-inchers on the LTZ. The up-spec model also gets the usual up-spec bling like leather seat trim, electric driver's seat, fancy lighting, more chrome etc.
However, the LT buyer doesn't miss out on useful features like a reversing camera (which handily displays in the rear view mirror), Rear Park Assist (ie audible warnings), roof-mounted air conditioning controls with air vents for the second and third rows of seats, side steps and roof rails.
It also gets leather steering wheel, Bluetooth connectivity and USB port, six-speaker audio system, multi-function steering wheel controls and rear auxiliary power outlet.
So if daily practicality and rugged off road use is more important than chrome and leather (which is probably going to get trashed in the bush anyway), the LT makes plenty of sense because it's cheaper than the LTZ.
We sampled an LT model prior to getting our hands on an LTZ, mainly to compare equipment levels as their performance is the same. The silver Colorado 7 LTZ is featured in our test shots.
Let's start with the human cargo. The quality of seating doesn't decline as noticeably from the 'first class' front seats to the 'economy class' back seats as some seven-seater SUVs we've trialled.
In fact, we're happy to report that comfort for those sitting in the third row is relatively good, provided you're not overly tall or wide. There's sufficient head and shoulder room particularly for the kids (who usually ride there anyway) but what we really liked was the generous depth of the third row foot-well, which allows children and adult passengers of average size to sit with their thighs in a relaxed horizontal position and with sufficient knee room.
Some SUV third row seats have a flat floor in front of them to allow room underneath to store the seats away when not in use, but that means passengers have to sit with their knees raised, lower backs curved and their upper body weight concentrated on their bums – very uncomfortable.
By comparison, the Colorado 7's third row seat-backs simply fold down flat when not in use, which eats into the available load space more but slightly favours passenger comfort over luggage capacity.
Which we reckon is a good thing, because a seven-seater should deliver on what its name suggests and provide SEVEN comfortable seats – not five with two after-thoughts down the back.
A deep foot-well, sufficient knee room and easy access makes life pretty comfortable for passengers seated in the third row.
With the second and third row seats folded down, Colorado 7 offers up to 1830 litres of cargo space and 30 separate storage options throughout the cabin.
The second row also has 60/40 split-folding seats which can be stowed in a forward tumble motion with a single latch in the seat back. This position also makes getting in and out of the third row really easy.
The second row seat-backs are also reclinable by up to six degrees, while the third row has a 50/50 split configuration. Both rows fold to create a flat load space.
Colorado 7 has a 235-litre rear cargo area with the third row in use (right size for a grocery shop) which increases to 878 litres with the third row folded into the floor. Additional storage is available with the second row tumbled (1780 litres) and even more when folded (1830 litres) with plenty of room to throw a mountain bike in.
Its maximum 3.0 tonne (braked) towing capacity may be 500 kgs less than the Colorado ute but it's still a heavy-duty towing figure that matches – and in some cases exceeds – the peak tow ratings of several one-tonne utes on the market.
However, just like a one-tonne ute that is designed to carry a one-tonne payload, you must also take into account that this wagon is designed to carry up to seven passengers. And that these towing figures issued by manufacturers are based on a vehicle's standard kerb weight with a full tank of fuel but no passengers and/or luggage on board.
So load her up with seven passengers and you could instantly have a payload of more than half a tonne, which drops your 3.0 tonne towing capacity down to less than 2.5 tonne. So, like any vehicle purchase, do your sums if you're planning to tow something heavy with this jigger.
Like its Colorado and Isuzu D-Max one-tonne ute blood brothers, the Colorado 7's truck building heritage has resulted in a very solid and robust feel with impressive rattle-free build quality and low road noise. Drop an ear to the ground and have a look underneath at those massive boxed chassis rails and cross-members if you want evidence.
With its softer riding coil spring suspension front and rear, it also displays the right ratio of sprung-to-unsprung weight with a compliant ride that soaks up bumps, pot holes and other road irregularities with greater poise than its leaf-sprung ute cousins and with minimal disruption to passengers.
With a hefty kerb weight of 2117 kgs, the LTZ wagon is 64 kgs heavier than the auto LTZ Colorado one-tonne ute (2053 kgs). We assume that most of this extra weight is in the wagon body, which only enhances the Colorado 7's ride quality due to its greater sprung weight.
The wagon's rack and pinion steering feels sharper than the ute's with better response to steering input, which could well have something to do with the shorter wheelbase. The four wheel disc brakes are also more responsive with a more solid, reassuring pedal feel than the ute's front disc/rear drum arrangement.
The Duramax 2.8 litre four cylinder turbo-diesel is a willing worker, with 132 kW of power at 3800 rpm and peak torque of 470Nm at 2000 rpm. However, it doesn't feel like the top ratio in the six-speed automatic is properly matched to the torque characteristics of the engine at highway speeds.
At 100 km/h in auto mode the engine is grinding along at around 1800 rpm with that 'growl' that turbo-diesels make when they're labouring unnecessarily, putting extra load stress on the drivetrain as they beg for a lower gear.
With a quick shift into the 'Active Select' mode, we dropped it back to fifth and instantly found the engine's sweet spot for highway cruising at 2200 rpm – just above the torque peak of 2000 rpm. The growl was gone and the engine and drivetrain felt much happier.
We can only conclude that top gear is too tall for this vehicle's weight and power, which is a shame because it is otherwise a pretty good package overall.
Off road performance is everything you would expect from a serious 'heavy duty' off roader like this, with its 231mm ground clearance and generous suspension travel. We trialled the LTZ over a variety of terrain from corrugated dirt roads to rugged narrow fire trails, without getting too adventurous given the road-biased 265/60 R18 tyres fitted to our test vehicle.
On several occasions we had to turn the on-the-fly selector dial from 2WD to 4WD but the big rig made light work of whatever we drove it through. Given the opportunity, we would really like to fit some more aggressive all terrain tyres and test its limits in low range 4WD. This truck would also look really good with some bigger off road rubber on it!
Holden claims fuel economy of 9.4 litres/100 kms. The best figure we saw was 10.5 from a 'real world' combination of highway and dirt road driving, stop-start peak hour traffic and some 4×4 trail work. Which is pretty good given the tell-em-their-dreamin' laboratory conditions those factory-quoted economy figures are based on.
We like the Colorado 7, firstly because it delivers on what its name suggests. You really can carry seven passengers in relative comfort on and off the road, regardless of which of the three rows (or classes) they're seated in.
Its chunky, purposeful appearance is matched by a solid build quality that reflects its heavy duty truck heritage and a compliant ride across all surfaces that is among the best we've experienced.
Despite our gripe about the overly tall highway gearing, the Colorado 7 is a competent and practical all-rounder with a spacious and flexible interior layout, good towing capacity and all terrain performance from suburban shopping hack to rugged bush track.
At around $50,000 for the top-shelf LTZ, the Colorado 7 is certainly worthy of consideration if you're in the market for a serious truck-based off road wagon. TJ
Posted in Latest Stuff, Tests | Tagged: 4x4, colorado, colorado7, Duramax, Holden, LT, LTZ, off-road, one-tonne, pickup, review, road-test, seven-seat, SUV, truck, turbo diesel, ute
3 Responses to Review & Road Test: Holden Colorado 7 LTZ 4×4 SUV
Vic Pritchard says:
A great wrap-up of this 4×4. It ticks all the boxes for any info required if considering buying this desirable vehicle.
Regards, Vic.
Thanks Vic. The Colorado 7 was better than we thought it was going to be. The most deceptive thing about it is its overall size. It looks small in photos but it's actually a big, tough truck with plenty of room inside. Certainly worth a look if you're wanting a heavy duty 4×4 wagon.
The Isuzu MU-X still has a better engine and transmission compared to the Holden Colorado 7 even with the upgraded specs (200hp, 500Nm of torque).
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As the World Economic Forum's Global Risk Report 2019 shows only too clearly, environmental crises - notably a failure to tackle climate change - are among the likeliest and highest-impact risks that the world faces over the next decade. Indeed, 2018 saw record levels of costs due to extreme weather events.
The crisis was given much sharper focus in 2018 by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Its Special Report on the Impacts of Global Warming at 1.5oC, published in October 2018, says we have just 12 years to act if dangerous climate change is to be avoided.
Why not? Quarterly reporting cycles, shorter terms of office and the need to respond to crises cut time horizons for decision-makers from years, to weeks, to days and hours. The urgent scientific message on climate change finds it hard to cut through the news cycle and the competing agendas of our ever more complex world.
The effects of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on the economy, employment and national security, for example, capture much of the attention time of political and business leaders. Rising uncertainties about the future of jobs and growth are forcing many politicians to turn inward for quick fixes to domestic insecurities, rather than lean outward to cooperate on more complex global issues such as climate change.
This means we also require leadership on climate change from others. We cannot expect governments alone to fix the climate crisis, given the range of competing issues they have to contend with in today's complex world.
Nor should we. It is now well-recognized that it will take an unprecedented level of collaboration and innovation, involving many outside the public sector, to trigger the big, systemic transitions required in industry, technology and the design of consumer goods and services to keep warming to less than 1.5oC.
The good news is that many studies, such as the New Climate Economy and the Energy Transitions Commission, note that these shifts in our economy are not only possible, but will also create jobs and secure better growth for the future.
However, to make this transition happen, a new combination of action is required. This will include, for example, building new forms of alliances within and between the private and public sectors; forging new clubs of like-minded governments, cities, states and provinces; and building new leadership platforms for policy experimentation and public-private action, each targeted to suit different industrial, national and regional agendas.
There are many good examples of such significant collaboration already emerging, such as the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders. This group of CEOs, with collective company revenues of more than US$1.5 trillion, have already reduced their collective emissions by 9% since 2015 and are committed to do more.
Then there is the question of speed. Given that the IPCC suggests we have just 12 years to act, can an adequate amount of different actions be mobilized in time? Again, this is where additional public-private approaches can play an important role.
With the rapid technological advances of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, we will also be able to harness new means of monitoring, verifying and reporting the progress (or lack thereof) of global, regional and industry actions on climate, potentially through radical new forms of distributed information transparency and real-time disclosures.
This will likely have major implications in the coming years on how effective climate action is perceived to be compared to the scale of the challenge, especially among the young. Increased transparency will boost awareness and simply heighten the pressure to act.
To succeed in line with the IPCC guidance, the international community must embrace this new agenda for climate action - focused overall on keeping global warming within 1.5oC, but encouraging multiple different approaches, collaborations and initiatives to support, buttress and accelerate government ambitions to meet, or exceed, the Paris Climate Agreement.
Meeting the climate challenge in today's world can perhaps be viewed as building a global public-private "platform" for action. This platform is intent on meeting a global goal within a given time frame but enables and encourages a wide range of different partners to engage in different actions to get there.
In fact, this is a good example of the new kind of enabling architecture that Globalization 4.0 seeks to promote: practical, public-private arrangements to help governments find agile, collaborative solutions to pressing global problems in our more complex world, which is being rapidly transformed by the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Looking ahead into 2019, the World Economic Forum is proud to support the United Nations Secretary General's important Climate Summit in September, which seeks to scale exactly such innovative multi-stakeholder collaboration to help tackle the climate crisis.


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Kilduff scores in Jacksonville pre season victory
Ciaran Kilduff scored his first goal of 2018 last night as his side Jacksonville Armada defeated The Flagler Saints 2-0 in a pre season friendly in St.Augestine.
Kilduff, a half time substitute, netted Armada's second on 53 minutes, when he got the hosts' goalie off guard with a delicate chip to the back of the net. The Kilcock man was also involved in his sides first goal, when following some great link up play, he set up Irish-American Connor Doyle to net on 49 minutes.
The win was Jacksonville's first in their three pre season games so far in 2018 as they ready themselves for the NPSL season.
This entry was posted in Domestic Soccer, International Soccer, Soccer, Uncategorized and tagged Ciaran Kilduff, ciaran kilduff jacksonville armada, Florida, Jacksonville, Jacksonville Armada FC, Kilcock, Kilcock Celtic, Kilduff, NASL, npsl on February 27, 2018 by Robert Cox.
Kilduff returns to Jacksonville Armada for 2018
It was confirmed during the week that Kilcock man Ciaran Kilduff, along with three other players have returned to Jacksonville Armada for 2018.
Kilduff, who joined Armada in 2017 and went on to score four goals as the Florida club just missed out on a play-off place in the NASL, returned to America in late January with his and the club's future still up in the air.
The club were unsure if they would have a league to partake in for 2018 but it was revealed two weeks ago by club owner Robert Palmer that the club would play in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) from April through to July, using it as a pre season warm up for August.
It's not the first time the club have had to drop down to the NPSL. Palmer is currently working with other owners to get the NASL back up and running for the Fall League. The club also hope to play a number of high profile exhibition games over the coming months.
Former Dundalk star Kilduff is joined back at the club by Kalen Ryden, JC Banks and Derek Gebhard, while in the past few days the club have also signed two new players Conor Doyle and Javier Monsalvez.
We wish Ciaran all the best in 2018. We have been following his fortunes for a number of years now and a nicer man you will go a long way to meet.
This entry was posted in Domestic Soccer, International Soccer, Soccer, Uncategorized and tagged Airtricity League, Ciaran Kilduff, ciaran kilduff jacksonville armada, Dundalk, Dundalk FC, Jacksonville, Jacksonville Armada FC, Kilcock, NASL, npsl on February 10, 2018 by Robert Cox.
Kilduff named on NASL team of the week
Ciaran Kilduff has been named on the NASL team of the week for the second time since his move Stateside from Dundalk to Jacksonville Armada FC.
Kilduff was a shoe in for one of the positions upfront following his brace away to New York Cosmos last Sunday night. He has been named alongside another former League of Ireland player Eamon Zayed. The pair once played together at Shamrock Rovers.
The Armada's new number 9, Kilduff, gave his side the lead in The Big Apple after just 13 minutes before doubling their lead just before half time. He was also joined on the team by his team mate Kalen Ryden at centre half.
The Cosmos did put some dampner on the night for the big Kilcock man, fighting back from 3-0 down to snach a draw (3-3) in added time.
This entry was posted in Domestic Soccer, International Soccer, Soccer, Uncategorized and tagged Airtricity League, Ciaran Kilduff, Dundalk FC, Eamon Zayed, Florida, Jacksonville, Jacksonville Armada FC, Kilcock, Kildare, Kilduff, MLS, NASL, New York Cosmos, Shamrock Rovers, USA on September 20, 2017 by Robert Cox.
Kilduff named on the NASL Team of the Week
Kilduff in action against New York Cosmos
Ciaran Kilduff has been named on the NASL Team of the Week following his side Jacksonville Armada FC's 2-0 victory away to New York Cosmos on Sunday night.
Kilduff, who scored his sides' second goal, was named in a front three on the leagues team of the week alongside two of his team mates, Caleb Patterson-Sewell in goal and Kalen Ryden in defence.
Kilcock man Kilduff was lining out in only his third game for the Florida State club and repaid his new manager's faith by scoring his first goal for Jacksonville before half time, cementing their lead.
Armada have now won two of the three games Kilduff has been involved in, beating Indy Eleven FC 3-2 last week.
This weekend's return game with Indy has been re-scheduled due to the impending Hurricane IRMA. Stay safe Ciaran and all affected.
This entry was posted in Domestic Soccer, International Soccer, Soccer, Uncategorized and tagged Ciaran Kilduff, Florida, Hurricane IRMA, Indy Eleven FC, Jacksonville, Jacksonville Armada FC, Kilcock, Kildare, Kilduff, NASL, USA on September 7, 2017 by Robert Cox.
Kilduff makes Jacksonville debut 30 minutes into Miami loss
Ciaran Kilduff was introduced to the home crowd sooner than he thought as Jacksonville Armada brought him on 30 minutes into their 1-0 loss against Miami FC at The Hodges Stadium on Sunday night.
Kilduff replaced the injured Tony Taylor in what turned out to be tough debut against the NASL Spring Season Champions.
Despite his sides extensive efforts including thirteen shots with four on goal, the Armada FC lost out and remain bottom of the table.
Although they were unable to collect any points on Kilduff's debut, head coach Mark Lowry remains positive.
"We dominated. That performance was superb against the best team in the league. It shows how good we are," said Lowry. "That performance was almost perfect, we just lacked two or three goals. We keep doing that and we'll start winning games."
In the middle of the first half, Ciarán Kilduff made his first appearance for the Armada FC– just two days after arriving in Jacksonville. Tony Taylor went to the ground with an injury and Kilduff replaced him in the 30th minute.
"Losing Tony really hurt us [because] he was looking good and sharp around the box. I'm pretty sure he would have scored tonight," said Lowry. "Unfortunately we lost Tony earlier than we wanted to."
Kilduff had a chance after his new team mate Rebellón dribbled the ball past multiple defenders before cutting the ball to the Kilcock man whose shot went just left of the goal.
Despite the best efforts of Kilduff and Armada FC, Jacksonville could not find the net to equalize the, meaning Miami FC took all three points at Hodges Stadium.
Next the Armada FC will hit the road, as they travel to face Indy Eleven. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in Indianapolis. The team will return home on Saturday, Sept. 9 for First Responders Night at Hodges Stadium.
STARTING XI:
JAX (4-2-3-1): Patterson-Sewell, Ryden, Pitchkolan, Jerome, Rebellón, George (Johnson 82'), Blake, Banks, Shriver, Steinberger (Gebhard 65'), Taylor (Kilduff 29')
MIA (4-3-2-1): Vega, Smith, Palmer, Bernstein, Borrajo, Rezende (Mares 60'), Ryan, Lahoud, Martinez (Freeman 74'), Chávez, Poku
This entry was posted in Domestic Soccer, International Soccer, Lifestyle, Soccer, Uncategorized and tagged Ciaran Kilduff, Jacksonville, Jacksonville Armada FC, Kilcock, Miami, MyArmada, NASL on August 21, 2017 by Robert Cox.
Kilduff Looks Forward To American Adventure
Dundalk FC striker Ciaran Kilduff has left the defending League of Ireland champions to move to American NASL side the Jacksonville Armada FC.
Kilduff, who scored 31 goals in 82 appearances for the lilywhites, including the match winner against Maccabi Tel-Aviv in the Europa League group stages, the first ever win for an Irish side in European competition, leaves Dundalk on good terms and reflects on his two years at club as the best of his career.
"It has been the best two years of my football career," Kilduff told Dundalk's official club website.
"There's no other way to describe it. It has been the best dressing room, the best staff, best management team that I have been involved with. I have had some really great moments personally, individually and collectively as a team with the club.
"I have had some bad moments as well with some injuries too. It was eventful along the way.
"I am just really happy to have been a part of something which has been so great. There was so many great nights and moments for us. To be part of it is something that I will always be proud of.
"Dundalk has been an amazing story in Irish football in the last five-six years from where they came from to where they are now. I am just so happy and proud to have been part of it."
Kilduff said that his move to the Armada was a 'now or never' opportunity for him and his family, and that he'll be looking to try and emulate former Shamrock Rovers teammate Richie Ryan's move from the Hoops to the NASL.
"For me, I will always look back at this as the greatest two years in Ireland," added Kilduff.
"This is something which is completely out of left field. It is something which has interested me in maybe the last year or so if the opportunity came. I have a young family so the timing seems right for me.
"When my daughter gets a little older and gets to school going age things will have to change so I felt that this was a 'now or never' situation for me. Football in America is taking off. I am going over there to grasp it and try to further myself.
"I see players like Richie Ryan and players like that who have bettered themselves and furthered their careers.
"There is so much over there, so much room for progression over there. It's not something I have taken lightly at all.
"It's a lifestyle change and it is something that I have been open to for a while. It has just fallen for me at this time. It ticks a lot of boxes for me and I am excited to get going."
This entry was posted in Domestic Soccer, International Soccer, Lifestyle, Soccer, Uncategorized and tagged Ciaran Kilduff, Clane United, Cork City, Florida, Jacksonville, Jacksonville Armada FC, Kilcock, Kilcock Celtic, Kildare, Kildare County, Kilduff, Maynooth Town, NASL, Shamrock Rovers, St. Pats, UCD on July 30, 2017 by Robert Cox.

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London, UK, 16 December 2008 - The effectiveness of voriconazole in combating fungal infections has been confirmed by a new study to be featured in the International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents, published by Elsevier. Fungal infections can kill people with weakened immune systems, which can be caused by AIDS, cancer treatment or organ replacement, and the research reinforces earlier findings that this drug is a potent treatment for a wide range of these infections.
Voriconazole is an antifungal agent which has been approved for treatment of a broad range of fungal infections, including those caused by Candida species. The authors, from the United Kingdom, the United States of America and New Zealand, analyzed susceptibility data for the yeasts isolated from patients taking part in the voriconazole phase III clinical trials. The aim was to compare the effectiveness of voriconazole with other agents, by studying the yeasts' response to these antifungal agents in vitro, and also to check for resistance to voriconazole.
The researchers analyzed the effect of itraconazole, fluconazole, amphotericin B and voriconazole versus 1763 yeasts isolated from samples obtained from 472 patients. The yeast cultures obtained were predominantly Candida spp. (97.1%), although there were seven genera and 22 species of yeasts in all. The infections the patients were suffering from arose most commonly from surgery/trauma/burns (37% of patients), haematological malignancy (13%) or bacteria (11%).
The authors conclude that "Voriconazole exhibits high potency in vitro against a wide range of yeast species. It is notably more active than fluconazole in terms of both potency and spectrum, but shows similar activity to itraconazole against most yeasts." They also note that the activity of the agent in vitro may help predict the response of patients to treatment.
The International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents provides comprehensive and up-to-date peer reviewed reference information on the physical, pharmacological, in vitro and clinical properties of individual antimicrobial agents (antiviral agents, antiparasitic agents, antibacterial agents, antifungal agents, immunotherapeutic agents, etc.). In addition, the journal signals new trends and developments in the field through highly authoritative review articles on antimicrobial agents, immunomodulators and immunotherapy. Special attention is given to articles providing insight into the problems of antimicrobial resistance, local as well as world-wide, both in the hospital and in the community. It is the official journal of the International Society of Chemotherapy.


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Chief of Police Las Cruces Police Department
Patrick Gallagher, a native of Brooklyn, New York, was appointed as Chief of the Las Cruces Police Department on January 15, 2018. He assumed command of the department in the second largest city in New Mexico with 30 years of law enforcement experience with the New York City, Truth or Consequences and Santa Fe Police Departments. A specialist in organizational transparency with 16 years of executive level experience in law enforcement emphasizing crime control strategies and internal investigations, Chief Gallagher possesses a B.A. in Economics from Fordham University and a Master's degree in Public Administration from Marist College.
In 1984, Chief Gallagher continued a long family tradition of law enforcement and began his career with the NYPD. Graduating at the top of his academy class, Chief Gallagher received the Mayor's Award from Mayor Ed Koch and delivered the valedictory address at Madison Square Garden. Over the course of his NYPD career, Chief Gallagher rose through the ranks from Police Officer to Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and finally Deputy Inspector. His assignments within the NYPD included patrol duty at every rank in many different areas of New York City such as Times Square, Coney Island, Fort Greene, Bedford Stuyvesant, Bay Ridge and Staten Island.
Selected to be a Police Academy instructor early in his career, Chief Gallagher trained both newly hired and tenured employees in all areas of police procedure, ethics, legal theory and investigative techniques. Later, as an investigative commander in the Internal Affairs Bureau, Chief Gallagher was instrumental in bringing many complex and sensitive corruption investigations to their successful conclusions. On two separate occasions, at the request of the Dominican Republic's Secretary of the Interior and the Dominican Ambassador to the United States, Chief Gallagher traveled to that Caribbean nation to conduct an in-depth analysis of the Dominican National Police Department. This analysis resulted in a wholesale transformation of that department's corruption prevention strategies.
Chief Gallagher was a first responder to both the 1993 and 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City and was a Zone Commander for the rescue and recovery operations that occurred over the months that followed 9/11. After retiring from the NYPD, he worked for Marist College in several capacities including adjunct professor and Assistant Director of Graduate and Adult Admissions. From 2009 to 2012, he was Police Chief for the city of Truth or Consequences until he began working for the Santa Fe Police Department as their Professional Standards Captain. He was then asked to serve as Santa Fe Police Chief, a position he held for over 2 years before being selected as Las Cruces Police Chief.
Chief Gallagher is married to Lynn Gallagher who is the Quality of Life Director for the City of Las Cruces, and has a son, James, who currently resides in Florida.


While they don't get credit among the A-list exercises, these gems deserve being revisited.
Maybe you used to do them and forgot. Maybe you never heard of them before. Either way, take a look at this list of a dozen little-practiced exercises, and consider freshening up your current routine by throwing in a few of them.
Attach a single handle to a seated cable row machine or a low pulley with a very light weight set on the stack. Sit down, either on the pad or on the floor facing the stack and grab the handle with one hand. With your arm parallel to the floor and your elbow unsupported, curl the handle to your shoulder and squeeze before extending your arm again.
Position yourself under a high pulley with a single handle attachment. Hold the handle next to your ear and crunch your body in to one side using only your serratus and intercostals to pull you down.
Grab a wide bar attached to a lat pulldown machine slightly wider than shoulder width with thumbs over the bar. Bend slightly at the waist and without bending the elbows pull the bar down in an arc in front of you until it hits your thighs.
Space two flat benches about 36" apart. Sit on one with your hands at your sides, holding the edge of the bench. Place your feet on the other bench. Have a partner put a 45-pound plate on your lap to test your strength. If you can perform 15 reps try two plates the next set. Smaller plates could be added as well. Make sure your partner is on hand to prevent the plates from sliding and to strip them off as you begin to fail.
Lie face down on an elevated bench (assuming your gym doesn't have a spider bench, which is a pretty safe assumption) with your arms hanging over one end. Pick up either a dumbbell, a pair of dumbbells, or a barbell and curl it up. This is similar to a preacher curl, but instead of your upper arms being at a 45º angle to the floor, they are perpendicular to it.
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Grab a pair of dumbbells lighter than what you would use for laterals. Bend at the hips and knees as if you were crouching down to begin a race. With your torso at a 45º angle pick up the dumbbells. With elbows slightly bent raise one to the front and the other to the rear simultaneously. Imagine you are sprinting as you swing the dumbells in opposite directions, using no momentum, only your front and rear delts to move them.
Grasp an empty bar weighing between 10 and 25 pounds a few inches off from its center line. Let your arm hang at your side with one end of the bar touching the floor in front of you. Raise the end off the floor using only your forearm strength, until it's parallel to the floor. This targets the brachioradialis. To hit the wrist flexors, reverse where you grip the bar and the movement itself.
Grab a barbell with hands at shoulder width. Drag it up along your body as high as you can while pulling your elbows straight back. Hold at the top for a second and squeeze the biceps. This is a great movement for finishing off a biceps workout.
Place a relatively light barbell across your shoulders as if you were going to squat. Bend at the hips, lowering your torso forward until it is nearly parallel with the floor before coming back up. Be careful not to let the bar roll onto your neck by pulling it down into the nook between your traps and shoulders.
Place a dumbbell on one end of a bench. Squat down next to the bench and place your shoulders on it at its centerline. Hoist the dumbbell to arms length. With a slight bend of the elbows lower the dumbbell behind your head stopping just before it hits the floor and raise it again, making usre to keep your hips down and breathing deeply with each rep.
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Otitis media – inflammation of the middle ear which usually starts from a common cold but can be painful and at times result in a fever.
Glue ear – a chronic otitis media that mainly affects children and is characterised by a build-up of thick or sticky fluid in the middle ear, behind the eardrum. This causes hearing impairment, and while the problem can clear up without medicines it is important that the ear is checked by a health professional to see if treatment is needed.
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Tinnitus – the person experiences noises or ringing in their ears when no actual noise is present.
Vestibular neuronitis – the vestibular nerve becomes irritated and inflamed causing dizziness and vertigo along with vomiting and nausea.
Herpes zoster of the ear – when the herpes zoster virus (shingles) infects the cochlear nerve of the ear, causing pain, vertigo and small blisters on the outer ear and ear canal and sometimes on the face and neck.
Barotrauma – Ear barotrauma is a condition that causes ear discomfort due to pressure changes. In each ear there is a tube that connects the middle of your ear to your throat and nose. It also helps regulate ear pressure. This tube is called the eustachian tube and is named after the 16th century anatomist who discovered it. When the tube is blocked for some reason, you may experience ear barotrauma.
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CHICK FLICKS & ROM COMS.
Oh yes – Valentines Day. For some people it's the day to spend time with their special someone. For others, it's not so special and they feel like the lyrics of that famous Queen song. You know the one.
And when it comes to the subject of love, cupid, a bunch of red roses and matters of the heart, I'm absolutely terrible. Like the lyrics of that Don Henley song. You probably don't know that one.
But if there's one subject I do know, is that I'm pretty sure most women love a good romantic movie. Even most men, who are man enough to admit it.
I wouldn't be at all surprised if some women (even some men) have one or two of these movies listed in their top films list:
Pretty Woman, Ghost, Dirty Dancing, The Notebook, Love Actually, Maid in Manhattan, Sleepless in Seattle, You've Got Mail, When Harry Met Sally, Pride And Prejudice, Reality Bites, Moulin Rouge, Mama Mia, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Strictly Ballroom,The Holiday, Crazy Stupid Love, Say Anything, Sweet Home Alabama, Notting Hill, The Princess Bride, Shakespeare In Love, Four Weddings And A Funeral, An Officer And A Gentleman, How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days, Pretty In Pink, Bridesmaids, Some Kind Of Wonderful, The Wedding Planner, Titanic, Bridget Jones' Diary, The Wedding Singer, Before Sunrise, Midnight in Paris, Casino Royale….the list goes on.
Casino Royale?
Well, it's kinda romantic. Sort of. Ok, maybe not.
I must admit, I do like the odd romantic film.
Even my Godson Vaughan admits to liking romantic films, like Midnight in Paris and Moulin Rouge – because he says; "It has Obi-Wan Kenobi in it." Fair point my young Padewan.
And so, for Valentines'Day, I've chosen my 5 favourites.
It's a diverse range – from the old, to the totally unknown, the downright cheesy, to the romantically-bleeding obvious.
So first up we have:
I've always liked this romantic comedy. It's just plain out sassy, sexy and superb. A rugged Kevin Costner plays the lovable rogue 'Crash' Davis, an old time Baseball player who reluctantly has to groom a promising young pitcher Ebby Calvin Laloosh – played by a very young and very funny Tim Robbins. They both get involved in a love triangle with a very witty and seductive Annie Savoy – played by Susan Sarandon. Even though Laloosh and Savoy are an item for most of the film, in the end Crash gets the girl. The movie is raunchy and funny, with great banter between the leads. Oh yeah, and there's also a bit of baseball too. Favourite scene is Crash at bat during an innings and having an inner monologue with himself about Annie. It's hilarious. If you want to pitch a cool and funny romantic movie that even guys would watch – this one hits it out of the ball park.
George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez. How can you not go wrong with these two together?
Clooney plays a bank robber and escaped convict who falls for Lopez, who plays the US Marshal assigned to catch him. The real catch is, she's totally attracted to him.
They're the coolest couple this side of Bonnie & Clyde (before those two got shot down in a hail of bullets).
Two great romantic scenes stand out in this crime-caper directed by Steve Soderbergh (who made Sex, Lies and Videotape, Traffic, Che and Magic Mike). One is set in a totally romantic setting (see above photo) where Clooney gives the 'What If' speech drinking her glass of bourbon. No sign of a Nespresso here.
The other romantic setting isn't romantic at all. It's when Clooney escapes prison and kidnaps Lopez and they're both stuck together in the boot of the car. How intimate. It's their first encounter, and they discuss everything from his ex-wife, the movie 'Bonnie & Clyde' actress Faye Dunaway, actor Peter Finch and the movie, 'Network' and their love of the film 'Three Days Of The Condor'. It's such a totally weird and at the same time, ultra-cool scene. Much like the whole film.
WHITE PALACE
Never heard of it? I'm not surprised. I had to see this movie and then write about it for my film criticism paper at University in the early 90s. Watching it again recently – it's actually a sweet little film about an unlikely romance.
A very VERY young James Spader (The Blacklist) is an advertising executive and ends up having an intense relationship with a much older waitress – played by Susan Sarandon (god, it's her again).
I like the chemistry between the two, who throughout the film are trying to deal with the age difference – even though the cheesy cliched ending lets it down a bit. It's interesting seeing a young and brooding Spader, after years watching him on Boston Legal, and now on The Blacklist.
And after choosing two films with her in it, I guess I must have a thing for Susan Sarandon.
Cameron Crowe makes some great films. And other than his latest film 'Aloha' which I have not seen, but heard was bad, he's made some decent romantic films. From the sweet 'Say Anything' to the very strange 'Vanilla Sky'. But this is my favourite. Maybe because it has football in it.
Tom Cruise is great as the sports agent who gains a conscious, and in the process wins over Renee Zellwegger and her adorable son. And then there's Cuba Gooding Jnr and his 'Show Me The Money' swagger, stealing most of the film. Yes, there's the famous 'you complete me' and 'you had me at hello' lines in that final scene, but there's also the sweet moment when Cruise and Gooding Jnr acknowledge and hug each other amongst the throng of reporters after an important game that will turn their fortunes around for the better. That's true bromance right there.
AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN
Sorry guys. But this film is actually very good.
It's the original Top Gun film, before Top Gun came out.
I've always liked Louis Gossett Jnr playing the hard-nosed military drill sargeant, which he won the Oscar for. But this is Richard Gere and Debra Wingers' picture. Gere playing the loner Zac Mayo, training to become an air force pilot and Winger plays the poor girl with a good heart, Paula Porifiki. Did the delicatessen section come up with their character names?
Not only is it a good film – it also happens to have my favourite romantic (and unromantic) scene of all time.
And no, it's not the end of the film when Richard Gere carries Debra Winger off in the distance to the tune 'Lift Us Up Where We Belong' by Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warne.
It's when Gere loses Winger at a bar, played out to the tune of 'Tunnel Of Love' by Dire Straits.
Here's the lowdown: Zac has decided to not see Paula again after survival training and is out celebrating with his mates at the local bar, but he notices that she is out with a flight instructor. Paula heads towards the jukebox. 'Tunnel Of Love' by Dire Straits is playing. Zac leaves his drinking buddies and slowly walks up to her.
In that moment you hear Knopfler softly sing;
And girl it looks so pretty to me, like it always did
Like the Spanish city to me, when we were kids
Paula stares dreamily into the jukebox. Zac simply stares at her. She looks up and sees him. Her eyes light up for the first time that night. They start to talk. Saying everything, and nothing. Knopfler's beautiful guitar solo plays along in the background. When Paula says she has to go because she's on a date, Zac suddenly stops her and is just about to say the words…but he doesn't. Instead he thanks her. She tells Zac that it's ok and that he should go after his dream and fly Jets. She leaves.
As Zac heads back to the bar, he turns to see her leave with the instructor. He orders a drink, changes his mind and angrily demands a bottle instead, throwing his money on the bar.
I dunno what it is about that scene – whether it's the combination of the classic Dire Straits song, the way Debra Winger and Richard Gere beautifully play it out, or Taylor Hackfords' brilliant direction, that very simple scene… kills me whenever I see it.
I'm sure the Top Gun writers used that Jukebox moment when they did their version, playing The Righteous Brothers, 'You've Lost That Loving Feeling" on the Jukebox in the final scene of that film. But 'Officer And A Gentleman' is just so much better.
So there you have it. I'm sure you have your own favourites. Be cool to know what they are.
Right. I'm now starting to get a little bit misty-eyed. Enough of this. Time to watch a guy film.
Where's Terminator 2?
Happy Valentines.
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Fascinating article. Even though as a guy, I probably shouldn't admit this, I do find romantic movies enjoyable if they're intelligent, well acted and generally done right. Sadly there haven't been many over the last thirty years that have accomplished the basics. The formula's been done to death. So the genre is in a rut that it may never be able to dig itself out of.
Of the films that you mentioned in your post, I own Bull Durham and Jerry Maguire (and I've never heard of White Palace, I'm going to seek it out now though.)
So you'd like a list of my favourites? I'll give you one. I just went upstairs and had a look through the voluminous vault to see what sort of gems in this genre caught my eye.
I don't care for sappy, unrealistic scenarios and characters. I'm more drawn to the subversive. Consequently, I tend to like romantic dramedies more. Anyway, sorry for rambling, here are some films that I own that more or less fit your criteria.
ALFIE (with MICHAEL CAINE)
THE FABULOUS BAKER BOYS
FRANKIE & JOHNNY (PFEIFFER/PACINO)
JOE VS. THE VOLCANO
PRELUDE TO A KISS
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Hey Paul. Thanks for reading the article and really enjoyed reading about your thoughts on the subject.
You're so right about how romantic films have gone to formula these days. Love your list! Had also The Fabulous Baker Boys and Tequila Sunrise on my favourite list as well (If I made a Top 10). Another one I had in my 10 list was TOOTSIE. I saw it the other day and forgot how good that movie was.
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Le'Veon Bell decided to wear a bright yellow hoodie and black sweatpants to work Sunday because those are the colors of the Pittsburgh Steelers, who were not only the New York Jets' opponent, but the team for which Bell, the versatile running back, had played for five years before sitting out the 2018 season in a contract dispute.
"I wasn't doing it to be petty or nothing," Bell said of his choice of clothing after the Jets beat the Steelers, 16-10, to deal Pittsburgh's playoff hopes a serious blow. "I thought it would draw a little attention."
Why did the Cincinnati Bengals fight so hard to avoid the No1 pick?
Bell has drawn too much attention this year, and not the good kind. He entered Sunday's game averaging 83 yards from scrimmage per game, way off the 143 yards per game he averaged over his last two years in Pittsburgh. The Jets lost seven of their first eight games, and Bell was spotted bowling after he was ruled him out of a game earlier this month because he had the flu. (He reported that he rolled a 251 game, a career high.)
The Jets are only 6-9, out of the playoffs. Pittsburgh's third starting quarterback of the season, Devlin Hodges, threw two interceptions Sunday, and was benched in favor of the second quarterback, Mason Rudolph, who then got hurt, so Hodges had to go back in. The Steelers lost running back James Conner and center Maurkice Pouncey to injuries.
But Bell, all but a Big Apple bust two months ago, sounded as if he and the Jets are finally headed places when he said Sunday: "I said it weeks ago, this team is still building and we are still getting better as a team. We are not going to sit here and lay around and wait for the season to be over. We're still trying to get better and build for the offseason and years to come."
Bell, 27, has still not had a 100-yard rushing game this season. He had 75 or more receptions in three of his five seasons with the Steelers, and was expected to come close to 100 receptions this year, and he only has 61. He shrugged it off last week, saying, "Stats don't really show how well I've been playing. Regardless of the stats, I don't really care what people think."
He has not used two huge excuses: second-year quarterback Sam Darnold missed three of the Jets' first four games with mononucleosis, and the offensive line was battered by injuries. But critics were unsparing: Bell, a running back who hesitates before popping through a hole, looked like a terrible fit for first-year coach Adam Gase's quick-hitting offense.
"We kind of lost a little bit of our chemistry there from training camp once we got going in the season," Gase said at a news conference last week when asked about Bell.
Bell, who has a four-year, $52.5m contract, told reporters that two teams tried to acquire him before the trade deadline in October, one of them being the Steelers, believe it or not. The Jets then lost to the Miami Dolphins, who had not won a game. But the second half of the season has included only one clunker – a 22-6 loss to previously winless Cincinnati.
"He's been upbeat the whole time," Kelvin Beachum, the Jets' left tackle, said of Bell after Sunday's game. "He hasn't wavered, hasn't blinked."
Bell, who says he feels fresher at this point of the season because he did not play last year, accounted for 72 rushing yards on 25 carries and had four receptions for 21 yards Sunday, but the Steelers had the No4 defense in the league and, more important, were playing for a playoff spot in a stadium that, thanks to StubHub, was more than half-filled with Steelers' fans.
It was an odd scene. With the Jets facing third-and-nine at the Steelers' 23 yard line on the opening drive, Pittsburgh linebacker TJ Watt gestured to the stands to request more noise, and the Steelers' fans responded, hollering as they spun their yellow Terrible Towels. But then Darnold zipped a touchdown pass to Robby Anderson.
"I thought he did a good job taking what they were giving him," Gase said of Bell, who had 25 yards on the drive.
As is their nature, the Jets would stumble, allowing the Steelers to tie the game at 10-10 in the final seconds of the first half. But the Jets got two second-half field goals while their defense ate up the Steelers. The second field goal was set up with a nifty seven-yard run by Bell, who took a handoff from Darnold, hit a hole and darted to his left before grinding upfield.
"Just knowing the guy, I think he would just be really happy for this organization to get this win against a really good team and a really good opponent," Darnold said of Bell.
A victory next week at Buffalo, who have already clinched the AFC's No1 wildcard spot, would enable the Jets to finish at 7-9, generally where they were expected to finish before the season. That they have won five of seven is remarkable, and Bell should have gained more yardage had he not decided to reverse field on a blown-up sweep, resulting in a 12-yard loss.
Bell said he was sore after the game, but added that "there was no better feeling." Gase had given him a chance to haul the load in a meaningful game – meaningful for the Steelers, that is – and, on an unusual afternoon, he sent towel-twirling Pittsburgh fans, who made up the majority of fans in Bell's home stadium, away unhappy. If only every Sunday had been like this.
"We have a new program with new guys and new faces and coaches, injuries and things like that," Bell said. "When all of that happens, it's going to take time to get the ship sailing in the right direction. Now we're starting to see the ship turn a little bit. That's all I've been preaching."


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The Five Conditions
Student success requires a comprehensive approach of great teaching, student engagement and additional supports
By Trey Csar
In the research that led to the founding of Impact Florida, we traveled the state, speaking with district and school leaders to better understand what the key factors were in strengthening student outcomes — or student success.
Along the way, we were fortunate to visit Quail Hollow Elementary School in Pasco County, which had shown great growth in student success (and its school grade) through a deep focus on both improving teaching and learning and improving student engagement.
"If we're serious about changing lives, we have to look at the whole child," said Quail Hollow Principal Kara Smucker. "We have to make sure that we have rigorous instruction in our classrooms, but in order for that to happen, kids have to feel safe in that environment."
While Impact Florida is centered on the Five Conditions That Support Great Teaching, we know that true transformation requires a comprehensive approach, one that combines those academic principles with the social-emotional and "soft skills" that students need to be successful in life. Out-of-school supports — from afterschool programming to accessible health care to mental health counseling and more — are also critical components to ensuring the success of the whole child.
Far too often, these various strategies are put up against one other, with those in power suggesting (whether explicitly or implicitly) that educators have to choose. That false dichotomy does nothing but hurt kids and stifle the success we all seek. Teachers, education leaders, and school systems must take an "all of the above strategy" and simultaneously hold high expectations for all kids while supporting those same children along the way. To do that, every day, in every classroom, teachers and education leaders need our support and advocacy so that they can deliver on those promises to the students they serve.
As Quail Hollow teacher Kelsi Karkosh put it, "There's not a second where [my students] are not working, … but at that same time, [they hear] 'I love you,' 'I see you,' 'I know this might be frustrating, but we're going to get you there.' As soon as you have that relationship down, you become one of those people they want to make proud."
We know great teaching matters in fostering student opportunities for success in life. What if teachers and education leaders could feel the same way, supported in their hard work with tools and data to do their best work in an environment that recognized and coached their growth and development? We began Impact Florida to help realize this vision in Florida. Commit to Impact with us.
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Benjamin de los Santos, left, and Chris McKenna high five after being the first to ride the El Loco roller coaster at Circus Circus Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014.
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It's the shortest — by height, length of track and duration of ride — of Southern Nevada's roller coaster roster.
But El Loco is crazy good, say the first riders of the Circus Circus Adventuredome's newest ride.
"It was the best roller coaster I've been on in my life," added Chris McKenna, 19, of Las Vegas, another of the first riders, who said he's been on 60 coasters.
More than five years in the planning, the new roller coaster made its debut Tuesday under the pink dome of the world's largest indoor theme park. Members of the Jabbawockeez dance troupe and children from the Las Vegas Boys & Girls Club were invited to take some of the first rides on the coaster designed by the same company that brought the Big Shot ride to the Stratosphere.
Jack Morris, the senior project manager at Circus Circus, said the biggest challenge of developing the ride was figuring out the logistics of shipping pieces of it from all corners of the world, laying it out like a giant puzzle in a storage area, then piecing it together under the dome during hours when the park was closed.
Tom Nolan, vice president of operations at the Adventuredome, said he expects El Loco to increase visitation to the park, which opened in August 1993, but the company isn't projecting how many more visits the coaster would generate.
"Like parks all across the country, we know it's important to keep the experience fresh, and we think this ride will do that," Nolan said.
The Adventuredome is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. most weekdays, 10 a.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays.
Only the second of its kind in the United States, El Loco features a 90-foot ascent, a 90-degree "beyond vertical" drop, a 45-degree outwardly-banked curve and a 180-degree turn into a barrel roll. Each car has a built-in sound system with speakers embedded in the car frame playing a soundtrack to accompany the ride.
It takes only 75 seconds for the four-seat, 4,300-pound cars to run the 1,300-foot course, which is the shortest among the Canyon Blaster, New York-New York's Roller Coaster and the Desperado at Buffalo Bill's in Primm. El Loco averages just 20 mph and reaches a maximum speed of 45 mph, but the excitement is heightened by the tight curves and unexpected track twists and inversions.
El Loco was designed by Logan, Utah-based S&S Worldwide, which has built versions of the ride in five countries with a sixth slated to open in Japan later this year. The catalog price of the ride is $4 million, but Circus Circus officials have not disclosed what they paid.
El Loco joins a second Adventuredome roller coaster, the Canyon Blaster, the only indoor coaster in the world that inverts riders four times. That ride was developed by another Utah company, Arrow Dynamics, which was acquired by S&S Worldwide last year.


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Weight Loss Gets Harder, But Still Possible After 50
By Karen Weintraub | June 16, 2017
Last fall, Sharon Boland was worried she'd never lose the extra 70 pounds she was carrying. At age 54, everyone told her, it would be nearly impossible to slim down. "I've probably carried weight most of my life," said Boland, a business lawyer who lives in Greenwich, but she had gained an extra 25-30 pounds in the previous few years. Her friends were right: It is undeniably harder to lose weight after about age 50. Eating and exercise habits that worked fine during the 30s and 40s can quickly lead to extra pounds and paunches a decade or two later.


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Missing Travel? Stream These Shows Right Now!
Jeanne Croteau
Even if travel restrictions are lifted right now, many will choose to stay close to home in light of the coronavirus pandemic. As a result, you might be sitting at home missing all of the amazing places you wish you could visit.
If you're homebound but feeling that wanderlust, don't worry—we've got you covered! Here's a list of great travel shows you can stream right from the comfort (and safety) of your living room!
Lost Cities With Albert Lin
You'll be absolutely captivated by this National Geographic–produced show, hosted by scientist, Albert Lin. An avid explorer, he takes viewers to some of the most famous lost cities from the jungles of Columbia to the Knights Templar caves in Israel.
Travels with My Father
This heartwarming, eye-opening, and funny series follows British stand-up comedian, Jack Whitehall, as he travels across Southeast Asia (first season) and Eastern Europe (second season) with his father, Michael.
Parts Unknown
One of the very best travel shows ever made is Parts Unknown, which was hosted by the late chef, Anthony Bourdain. He circled the world sharing the often unseen side of culture, history, and amazing food all over the world.
This fictional show tells the story of Midnight Diner's owner and the unique clientele that visit the tiny Tokyo eatery between the hours of midnight and 7 AM. The episodes are only about 20 minutes long, so this is a great option for binging or just a quick escape.
Planet Earth and Planet Earth II
Narrated by the incomparable Sir David Attenborough, this groundbreaking natural history series allows viewers to get up close and personal with our world, from blue whales to Tibetan foxes and everything in between.
Attenborough once again pulls through with this docuseries which was brought to life by the creators of Planet Earth and the World Wildlife Fund. You'll visit deep jungles, frozen tundras and so much more!
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted
Produced by National Geographic and hosted by Gordon Ramsey, this series is as educational as it is entertaining! Watch as this Master Chef takes a back seat and learns to cook from locals across the globe.
Conan Without Borders
Conan O'Brien has been on television for decades, but you've probably never seen him like this before! The talk show host takes us to different cultures, highlighting local issues that deserve our attention. While it's a more serious side of Conan, he still manages to make us laugh.
Dark Tourist
Journalist David Farrier takes us inside some of the places tourists would not dare to tread in this captivated, but admittedly less upbeat, series where he swims in a lake from by a nuclear blast in Kazakhstan and explores the haunted forests of Japan.
Extreme Engagement
If you enjoyed "Love Is Blind," you might really like this show about marriage customs around the world. As an added level of interest, the hosts, PJ Madam and Tim Noonan, are an engaged couple who discover that spending a year traveling together can be challenging.
We don't know when travel will return to normal, but in the meantime, these fun shows can help us continue to see the world. Make it even more of an at-home adventure by prepping some international snacks for your binge-fest!
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How to lose weight naturally can be very confusing. Some say just exercise, some say low carb, some say high carb, some say just eat less and others say eat whatever you feel like eating.
Wow! No wonder you're confused. But healthy weight loss is not complicated.
You can lose weight naturally, get fit and look and feel great just by following these seven simple natural laws of super healthy weight loss. How to lose weight naturally is not rocket science. It just takes knowing what to do and good old-fashioned stick-to-itiveness.
1. Make a commitment to do whatever it takes. You not only need to know what to do, you also have to manage yourself in such a way that you do it. If you already knew exactly how to get yourself to lose weight and keep it off, you'd be at your perfect weight right now. Without 100% commitment to do what it takes, your goal has no staying power.
2. Start from a foundation of happiness. Most people think losing weight will make them happy. But happiness is a mental state that can only be created right now – at any given moment. And nobody wins at any challenge if they're unhappy. So be happy. Accept yourself and your current circumstances and be enthusiastic about the future you're creating.
3. Design your own healthy diet plan. Natural doesn't mean spontaneous. As a matter of fact, spontaneous gratification is what gets most of us into trouble. Just like managing your time and money, weight management takes planning, organization and a food calorie chart. To burn more calories than you consume, based on your lifestyle, how will you handle the details?
4. Manage your emotions. Emotional eating is the major reason for failure. We've learned to use sweets, fatty foods and overeating for entertainment, celebration and to sooth and stuff down unpleasant emotions. Come up with a list of other things you enjoy (besides eating) and begin exchanging old bad habits for healthy new ways of enjoyment and soothing yourself.
5. Find a way to exercise daily. Physical activity is healthy and burns calories. It doesn't have to be complicated or extreme. It just has to happen. Decide what kind of physical activity would be best for you and work it out with your schedule. There are great exercise videos, walking paths and a variety of gyms everywhere. Choose a time and method and make it a regular habit.
6. Keep a Journal. If you can't measure it, you can't manage it. Studies show the great majority of people who lose weight and keep it off are very aware of what they eat and the calories they consume. Many keep a weight loss journal. Research shows those who guess at the amounts, without writing them down (at least in the beginning), grossly underestimate their calories.
7. Be persistent. Nothing gets accomplished without persistence. Persistence is the only common denominator of all successful people. The story goes that Thomas Edison had 999 failures before he finally invented the light bulb. If you've tried to lose weight and failed 999 times, learn from your mistakes and do it better next time. The only way to succeed is to persist.


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Born London 1967, grew up in Ipswich. Initially trained as a fine art painter - foundation at Salford Technical College, degree at Brighton Polytechnic. Began making live performance and installations publicly in 1989. Across the next 30 years, created an extensive body of experimental work around the world, informed by social activism, counter culture and sexual politics. Taught and lectured widely at colleges across the UK, and toured internationally as an artist, curator, workshop facilitator and key note speaker. Also worked as a guest performer for the Edward Lam Company, The Featherstonehaughs, Gay Sweatshop, The Handsome Foundation and as a composer for dancer and writer Carolyn Roy.
Created the SPILL Festival of Performance in 2007, as an artist-led tactic to present and contextualise types of live performance and experimental practices which then struggled for visibility in the UK. Curated 10 large scale international SPILL Festivals (2007-2021), commissioning and presenting work by some of the world's foremost experimental live makers, shown with parity alongside work by early makers. In 2010, relocated SPILL Festival and Pacitti Company from London to Ipswich and in 2012 established the Think Tank - a site for applied arts research, diverse rolling events and community action. In 2021, renamed Pacitti Company 'SPILL' and left the organisation, creating space for new leadership at the festival and Think Tank, and redirecting attention to own artistic practice.
Commissions include Arnolfini (Bristol), Barclay's New Stages (London), Chisenhale (London), ICA (London), Klapstuk (Leuven), Showroom Gallery (London), and Tramway (Glasgow). Awards include: Ambition For Excellence (Arts Council England, 2018-2021), Regularly Funded Organisation and National Portfolio Organisation funding (Arts Council England, 2001-2021), Best Marketing Award for SPILL Festival (Norfolk + Suffolk Tourism Awards 2018), Hospital Club 100 (2013), Artists Taking The Lead for the East of England (Arts Council England & London 2012), and a Live Art Development Agency One to One Bursary (1999).
Now works independently with sound, text, ritual, image and object making; is one half of the Rough Band, collaborating with the artist O, and one half of Two Churches, collaborating with Australian artist and musician Sweeney; is a Visiting Professor of the Arts at the University of Suffolk; also offers curation, consultancy & design services to artists and ethical businesses, drawing on three decades of experience and an international network of contacts.
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Grace's hand dropped and she walked out of the room, her lips in a tight, angry looking line. She didn't like it when people didn't appreciate any help she tried to give. Evander stopped heating the area and watched her leave. Nadia went to work applying butterfly stitches to the wound and then covered it so the last of the blood trickle stopped.
Rayne: I watched calmly as the boy's blue aura began to lose its discolouration, indicating that he was starting to feel better. Good.
Xavier: After going completely snake, id fallen unconscious. I blinked awake, reptilian eyes taking in my surroundings. I was no longer in the alley, and i was surrounded by a bunch of people i didnt know. My tongue flicked out, taking in the scents in the air. Other projects, like me. For a minute i thought id been recaptured. I shifted, lifting my head so that i could inspect my wound, but not moving the injured section of my body - it hurt less, but it still hurt a lot.
Pierce: The snake had woken up. "Dont try to shift back or the bandaging wont hold." i cautioned. The reptilian head swung to look at me and dipped once in a slight nod.
I WANT TO CONTINUE THIS.
ME TOO. HOW SHOULD WE CONTINUE?


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Immigration Histories of Rockford Italian Families
By Frank Perrecone
GRIAA's book, Immigration Histories of Rockford Italian Families, has been available for purchase since August, 2017. The response has been tremendous.
Since the book's debut, I have been asked whether there will be an opportunity for families who are not in the book to submit immigration histories for inclusion in a second edition. The answer is yes. But, only for a limited time. Mike Doyle, lead editor, and I expect to collect and edit histories for at least a year. And, debut the second edition of the book for sale at Festa Italiana 2019.
To submit a family history and up to two photographs, please follow the below requirements:
The immigration history must be no more than 825 words. A history in excess of the word limit will be returned.
The history must be typed and sent via email in Word format.
We will publish up to two photographs. Photographs must be sent via email in jpeg format.
The second to last paragraph of your history should describe who is depicted in each photograph and the year or approximate year the photograph was taken. Photograph wording will not be counted against the 825 word limit.
The last paragraph of your history must end as follows:
Submitted on (date), by (name) for the Genealogy Project of the Culture and Education Committee of GRIAA "Immigration Histories of Rockford Italian Families."
The name of the author and the date sent must be included.
Send history in Word format and photographs in jpeg format to Frank Perrecone at frankaperrecone@aol.com. Please ask for a confirmation of receipt.
In your email, please include your name, telephone number and address.
Before sending your history and photograph, please reread the above requirements for compliance.
After writing the immigration history and caption for the photographs, please proof read carefully. I strongly suggest after the history is written but before it is sent, you reread the history several times over the course of a few days. Once histories are submitted revisions will not be accepted. We will edit for grammar, spelling and consistency.
For a helpful Family History Form to assist you in organizing and writing your family's immigration history, go to GRIAA.org, click on the Culture and Education Committee link and scroll down. You will also see several examples of family histories that are published in our book.
From time to time I have been asked by Rockford area Italian-Americans why their family is not included in Immigration Histories of Rockford Italian Families. Regrettably, I had to inform them because no one from their family submitted the information to us. Don't be disappointed a second time. Be part of Rockford Italian American history by providing us with your family's immigration history for inclusion in the second edition.
If you have questions, please contact me at frankaperrecone@aol.com or 815-962-2700
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