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Different Types of Loft Conversions

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Different Types of Loft Conversions

If you are looking to add more rooms to your living space, but do not want to get an extension, a loft conversion could be the perfect solution for you. Not only will it provide you with a more comfortable living environment, but it can also add value to your property which makes them worth the investment. However, there are different types of loft conversions that you can choose from, so it is important to know what they are, so you can pick the right one for you.

Dormer Loft Conversion

dormerThis is a very popular choice with homeowners as a dormer loft conversion can help to add some headroom to your loft, making it a more comfortable space. It is not expensive compared to other choices, and it is suitable for the majority of house styles. A dormer loft conversion will give you flat walls and straight ceilings, as well as providing plenty of light and ventilation in your new attic room.

Hip to Gable Loft Conversion

hip to gable dormerA hip to gable loft conversion is often seen in end terraces and detached properties. These types of conversions straighten the inwardly slanted walls at the end of a roof to create a vertical one. It creates a lot more space in your converted loft, which is why it is a fairly popular choice. The only downside to these kinds of loft conversions is that they do not work for mid-terrace properties and can be more expensive to complete than a dormer conversion. Also, if your neighbour does not have one, it can look a bit out of place which makes it slightly less aesthetically pleasing.

Mansard Loft Conversion

mansardMansard lofts raise the party wall that is shared with your neighbours and your roof will remain flat with an outer wall that slopes gently inwards. They can work well with any property type but are commonly found in terraced properties, and this is because they work well with that style of the house. They can offer more headroom than most other types of conversion and also allow plenty of light into your new loft room. Furthermore, they usually do require planning permission, however, unlike other kinds of conversion and can take longer to finish as well as being more expensive. You can find out more about Mansard loft conversions and other styles at touchstonelofts.co.uk.

Roof Light Loft Conversion

rooflightThis is the most basic type of loft conversion available as you do not alter any of the existing space, you only add windows to the roof for more light and ventilation. The benefits of a roof light loft conversion are that it is the cheapest kind to get, so better for those who are working with smaller budgets. Additionally, it is likely to be approved on most properties, and you can use clever storage to make the room more comfortable.

However, as it does not add any extra headroom it is not as spacious as other types of conversions, so depending on what you want to use this new attic room for, it might not be the most suitable option.

If you are thinking about converting your loft into another liveable room in your home, make sure you have thought carefully about what type of conversion will suit your budget and your needs best.

NEW FERRARI LIMITED-EDITION V12: THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN

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NEW FERRARI LIMITED-EDITION V12: THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN

The new model is the ultimate expression of Ferrari’s concept of an extreme front-engined berlinetta, honing the characteristics of the critically-acclaimed 812 Superfast to a level never seen before. The result is a car that encapsulates and epitomises the company’s 70-plus years of experience on the world’s circuits, drawing on its thoroughbred sports car DNA to deliver a perfect marriage of performance, form, and function. Aimed at Ferrari’s most passionate collectors and connoisseurs, it features numerous uncompromising engineering solutions to guarantee peerless driving pleasure.

Special version of the 812 Superfast

As is the case with all Ferrari’s cars, the most striking feature lies at its very heart: in this instance the latest evolution of Maranello’s legendary 65° V12 engine, which reaches the highest output of any Ferrari road-car engine – 830 cv – and revs to 9,500 rpm, again the highest of any Ferrari ICE. The use of state-of-the-art materials, the redesign of many of the engine’s key components, a new valve timing mechanism and a new exhaust system are just some of the technical solutions that allow the most noble of Ferrari engines to deliver performance levels that are unprecedented in the V12 segment.

The ultimate expression of Ferrari DNA: exclusivity, a racing soul and the pinnacle of automotive innovation

The pure yet brutal power unleashed by the powertrain is paired with class-leading vehicle dynamics controls to ensure that the performance can be fully exploited and to guarantee maximum fun behind the wheel. Most distinctive of these solutions is the adoption of independent steering on all four wheels. This extends the feeling of agility and precision when cornering as well as providing unparalleled responsiveness to steering inputs. Another noteworthy engineering achievement is the development work undertaken to reduce the car’s overall weight compared to the 812 Superfast. This was achieved in particular by extensive use of carbon fibre, both on the exterior and in the cockpit. Lastly, the new model premieres version 7.0 of the renowned Side Slip Control vehicle dynamics system.

Naturally-aspirated V12 unleashes 830 cv at 9,500 rpm for a sensation of endless power and performance

One of the most striking aspects of this new model is how in-depth aerodynamic research has altered the car’s lines. Working in close synergy with the Ferrari Styling Centre, the aerodynamicists have adopted solutions that are extreme in form featuring profiles that are unprecedented for a road-legal car. The aerodynamic redesign of the whole car was aimed at maximising downforce levels: from the new front air intakes, rear diffuser and exhaust configuration to the patented design of the rear screen – which now hosts vortex generators – every modification is a faithful expression of Ferrari’s core belief that form must always follow function.

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From a design point of view, this new special series has a strong personality all of its own that differentiates it significantly from the 812 Superfast on which it is based: this was achieved by choosing styling themes that further enhance the architectural design and dynamism of the 812 Superfast, pushing its sporty vocation to new extremes.

One example of this is the decision to replace the glass rear screen with a single-piece aluminium structure. The vortex generators it sports improve the car’s aerodynamic efficiency, but the design solution chosen, which is fully integrated with the roof, simultaneously creates a backbone effect that underscores the car’s sculptural forms.

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Together with the carbon-fibre blade that traverses the bonnet, this motif changes the overall perception of the car’s volumes: the bonnet seems shorter, emphasising the width of the car, and the tail now has a more powerful, fastback look, thus making it appear more compact and competition-like despite it sharing the 812 Superfast’s silhouette, proportions and formal balance. Even the rear spoiler now looks more imposing: it is higher but the specific design treatment used also makes the tail look very wide, almost horizontal.

The interior architecture very much reflects that of the 812 Superfast, retaining the main dash and door panel interfaces and volumes, including the signature diapason motif. Along with other elements of the interior, the door panel has been redesigned to reduce weight and, combined with the introduction of the H-gate theme on the tunnel, this lends the cockpit a sportier, more modern edge that reflects the car’s racing spirit.

The model’s name and further technical information will be revealed on May 5 during a live-streamed event on Ferrari’s social media channels

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Why NetEnt Is Still the Best Slot Game Developer

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Why NetEnt Is Still the Best Slot Game Developer

Online casino entertainment has always been a competitive industry and the race among software developers is intense. NetEnt had the advantage of an early start and as one of the first producers of online casino games it quickly made a name for itself. Fast-forward two decades and they are still the best slot game developer in 2021. These are some of the reasons why the Scandinavian company continues to rank high in the preferences of slots fans from all over the world.

Great-looking slots that pay well

The defining quality of NetEnt slots is the visual appeal. A quick glance at their games and punters realize the fact that they are some of the best-looking online slots in the market. This has been the case for more than 20 years, and they managed to maintain the same high standards. Slots developed by them are visually pleasing, with animations that quickly catch the eye of prospective players. Some games are colourful, while others take a more serious approach and use dark tones to create a certain atmosphere.

netent 1Behind the charming visuals and appealing graphics, punters will always find games with a high return to player. The RTP is clearly displayed next to the reels, which means that players know exactly what to expect from their slots of choice. Due to the excellent reputation NetEnt has worldwide, it is easy to trust these numbers and play with confidence on real money. Speaking of which, they work with independent auditors to check the RNG for fairness, which makes the games even more reliable.

Record-setting progressive jackpots

Arguably the most exciting slots available are those that carry progressive jackpots. NetEnt is famous for its record-setting games, with their slots ranking high, alongside Microgaming titles. These two software developers have dominated the progressive jackpot niche for more than two decades. If you want to spin the reels of a slot that can produce seven digit winnings, NetEnt is the obvious choice. Huge amounts are awarded over the years and a quick Google search will deliver a long list of millionaires.

Progressive jackpot slots, as well as classic games can be played on mobile devices, so convenience is insured. The casinos powered by the software developer make the slots available straight in the browser or through the app. Most of the recent creations are developed in HTML 5, which is perfect for mobile gaming and vastly superior to Flash.

Furthermore, all the games can be tried on virtual currency in their mobile format, so players learn the game mechanics before betting real money.

Another reason why NetEnt is still the best slot game developer in 2021 has to do with originality. The games they produce are charming and introduce original concepts that appeal to distinct categories of punters. The music themed series is a shining example of games that have developed a cult following. Games such as Guns ’n Roses, Jimi Hendrix and Motorhead ignited the enthusiasm for slots even among those who haven’t played such games before.

Scotland After Independence According to Nicola Sturgeon

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Scotland After Independence According to Nicola Sturgeon

Nicola Sturgeon today set out the key parts of the SNP election manifesto of things it would do within its next five-year term if re-elected in May. Scotland after independence will be a utopian paradise where Scots will think they have died and gone to heaven.

They include:

  • Abolish NHS dentistry charges
  • Free booze and fags for life
  • Free heroin for life
  • Free deep-fried Mars bars
  • Increase social care funding by more than £800 million over the next parliamentary term
  • Increase health spending by £2.5 billion
  • Invest more than £33 billion in infrastructure in the next five years
  • Freeze income tax rates and bands, and alter thresholds by no more than inflation
  • Start work on ‘minimum income guarantee’ – a form of universal basic income – that would become a Citizens’ Basic Income if independent
  • £10million funding to companies to pilot a four-day working week.
    Government-funded childcare expanded to one and two-year-olds
  • A new independence referendum

As for independence, Sturgeon has made some incredible promises to Scots if they vote for her.

“Every day will be a holiday, the sun will always shine, you know like it shines out of my arse. We will give you free money every day, so you can have as much heroin as you want, and drink as much as you want with no work to do ever again. People will be all bonnie and dancing in the streets all day and night long.”

When asked how Scotland would pay for all of this, there was only silence from Nicola Sturgeon.

Is Online Poker on the Rise in 2021?

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Is Online Poker on the Rise in 2021?

Since its golden years in Vegas casinos and unlicensed poker rings with Hollywood high rollers, online poker has changed quite a bit. It is now the preferred way to play to the surprise of many experts and players. No one really expected poker to become so big online, yet in 2021, it is bigger than ever.

That’s in no small part thanks to sites such as YourPokerDream.com. Online poker sites offer a slew of benefits for players and notify them when there’s a tournament worth playing. While poker will always stay a social game, the gap is nearly closed thanks to virtual games in 2021.

The Rise of Mobile Gambling

The rise of online poker is right in line with the rise of mobile gambling. For years, players could only play in land-based venues or from their PC or laptop from home. However, things have changed in the past few years. The industry has largely shifted to mobile gambling, and it arrived just in time to fan the flames of online poker games.

Now that everyone could play on the go, apps have become the new normal in the iGaming industry. That goes double for mobile poker apps. Whether it’s a social poker app where you can play for fun or an official tournament app where you can test your skills against pros, the hype surrounding online poker is bigger than ever in 2021.

And how could it not be? Players love the fact that they can just log in via apps and play a round of poker. Competition certainly isn’t scarce these days. Poker apps and sites aren’t just for pros. As a matter of fact, there are plenty of free poker variants online that allow you to learn the game with ease. No need to make a deposit – you can just play them for free and learn how Texas Hold’em works.

That’s something poker venues don’t offer. You only get that online or on your phone. It played a huge role in the emergence of online poker in 2021, appealing to thousands of new players. Online poker was blasted by pros when it first emerged, but it’s now clear that it’s here to stay.

What Does the Future Hold?

There’s only one direction for online poker from here, and that’s up. The rise of online poker isn’t by chance. New features are being added to different variants as we speak, and that makes the game of poker even more appealing. With the global COVID-19 pandemic still raging, online poker has become the go-to game for pros and newbies.

And that’s perfectly fine. All other casino games have enjoyed a renaissance on the Internet, and now it’s time for poker. The fact that you can play for free or cash is something Vegas can’t beat. Even if you’re a casual player, you can hone your skills and test new strategies with free poker apps and games.

Online poker is here to stay, so expect it to grow bigger and better soon.

BLM: Virtue Signalling ‘White Saviour Complex’ Denigrates Blacks

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BLM: Virtue Signalling ‘White Saviour Complex’ Denigrates Blacks

ANTIFA does not care about racism or the plight of black people. This is a group made up of 98% white people who are using the guise of ‘fighting racism’ to fulfil their own agenda, which is ultimately anarchy, chaos, disruption and one could even label their movement as a form of domestic terrorism. ANTIFA is basically a haven for those with severe cases of White Saviour Complex who need a cause to mask their real intentions.

BLM and ANTIFA are an insult to black people in the West. Blacks do not need these White Saviour Complex sufferers to save them. Black people can take matters into their own hands and right any wrongs done to their communities themselves.

ANTIFA, as a terrorist organisation, is made up of multiple ideologies that are on the far left of the political spectrum, like Marxism, Communism, and Anarcho-communism. Funnily enough, being ‘anti-fascist’ ANTIFA also acts and behaves like fascists themselves, which is particularly ironic given their name. Mixing elements of Bolshevism and Fascism with their militant bully boy tactics is an integral part of their strategy.

BLM is a similar entity that is exploiting the plight of black people, and while the black founders are getting rich off the millions of dollars of donations sent to the organisation, the protests are mainly manned by White Saviour Complex ideological slaves who are all ‘doing the right thing’ in their little minds and loving the Virtue Signalling adoration they receive from the socialist media.

There is a sort of youthful energy to the riots when they occur, and many who attend these events do not even know why they are there, that is apart from the nice little adrenaline shot they receive as they destroy another shop or burn down someone’s home. The disenchanted youth are a marginalised element of today’s society, and a good riot is an excuse to rid tehmselves of some of that energy.

There is nothing positive about the ANTIFA and BLM movements, in fact, the actions of these groups creates more hatred and marginalisation adding further negativity to already demoralised Western nations.

The only ones who benefit from these organisations are the people at the top of the hierarchical structure who control and receive donations from people who have been fooled into parting with their money. Enemies of the West also benefit from the BLM and ANTIFA riots because it destabilises the West, in a sense warming up the battlefield for war and eventual invasion. The useful idiots are therefore inadvertently working for the West’s enemies.

If there were truly aware and effective governments in power in the West today, they would come down hard on these organisations, which are effectively operating as domestic terrorist outfits for the enemies of the West. Unfortunately, the Western governments are apathetic and slow to act, weakened by decades of socialism and laziness. Nothing will be done, and this is why the West may very well lose the next world war when it comes.

There is no socialist utopia these naive fools can go to, that is apart from the land of milk and honey — Venezuela.

Graveyard of Empires: Afghanistan Beats British, Russians, Americans

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Graveyard of Empires: Afghanistan Beats British, Russians, Americans

Today Biden announced the retreat from Afghanistan, leaving a vast power vacuum that will no doubt be filled by the Taliban. There are a lot of Afghans who collaborated with the Americans who are today quaking in their boots as to what will happen next.

The Graveyard of Empires, Afghanistan has once again put an invading force through its paces, ground them up in the mincemeat machine, and shat them out the other end — a defeated force.

No doubt, as soon as the Americans leave, the terrorists will once again become emboldened and resume their operations against the West.

How long the Kabul Vichy government will hold is another matter? We can possibly expect another 90s style civil war in the country as the many factions duke it out against each other for the ultimate prize of total power.

The amount of U.S. tax dollars wasted in that country to ‘win hearts and minds’ must be in the trillions, and what a waste it was.

Afghanistan can thus be labelled as America’s consummate symbol of defeat, and everything about the overall Afghan campaign was for nothing. The soldiers who died there died for nothing as did the poor civilians who got in the way of the bullets and rockets.

Absolutely nothing was achieved in Afghanistan, and for this, the Americans should be supremely ashamed. Today marks a disgraceful surrender for a seriously waning empire, now left limping with a weak mumbling incoherent baboon Biden amidst a fractured demoralised nation on the home front. The augurs thus do not bode well.

Why it is Essential to Look After Your Skin

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Why it is Essential to Look After Your Skin

The beautiful iridescent glowing skin of a woman is an aesthetic sight to behold in itself, the softness of touch exuding a warmth of the finest silk. In today’s rigorous world, what does it take to accentuate the skin, to look after your skin as it is daily attacked by the chemical atmosphere of our cities, of traffic fumes and from our diets bereft of the necessary nutrition for ideal skin health?

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There is a way to achieve perfect skin — it is called Obagi Medical, a skincare system so intricate in its engineering, with over 30 years of clinically-proven results, that will right the wrongs put upon your skin every day.

The skin is the body’s clothing, it is the screen that protects us, it is the largest organ in your body and without healthy skin, many problems can arise. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an average American woman weighs 168.5 pounds and carries more than 25 pounds of skin. An average man weighing 195.7 pounds will have nearly 30 pounds of skin. This is why it is extremely important for us to have healthy skin, simply because it is the largest organ in the human body.

The cyclic nature of our skin’s natural rhythm where old cells die and new cells are generated justifies that our skin should be treated as importantly as other parts of our body. We shed an incredible 30,000 to 40,000 of skin cells per minute.

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The body’s skin is also affected deeply by what you eat, where you are, and how little or much fluid you drink.

One fact not many people know of is the symbiotic nature of your body’s skin and the gut. Even though these two body parts do not touch each other, there is an integral relationship between the two. For example, when the microbiome of the gut goes into a state of dysbiosis, in other words when the good bacteria is attacked in some way, then the body’s outer skin can be affected

Because of the multiple constraints on healthy skin, and the constant cellular change of one’s skin, it is thoroughly important to use a skin health regime that safeguards ageing, depending on your specific skin type as well.

The skin around the face naturally needs extra attention and care, not only in puberty but during the later years, where if the skin is unhealthy more wrinkles will form as well as there being a loss of elasticity. Within the face, the eye contour zone is the most delicate and needs extra attention with skincare.

Wrinkles appear on the face in the zones of skin where natural folds occur, and the skin becomes thinner and less elastic as ageing continues. Being exposed to UV light via the sun also contributes to more wrinkles on the skin appearing. UV light breaks down the collagen and elastin fibres in the skin. These fibres form the connective tissue that supports the skin. As this layer breaks down, the skin becomes weaker and less flexible. The skin starts to droop, and wrinkles appear.

Facial expressions like smiling, yawning, pouting, or even just speaking can cause wrinkles, as well as squinting the eyes, or frowning due to worry. As a person gets older, the wrinkles increase in number and depth. If you are a smoker, there can be damage to your facial skin because it reduces the blood supply thus causing wrinkles to the side of the mouth, as well as affecting the overall complexion. Alcohol is also a factor that can affect the skin through dehydration.

You can easily counteract the ageing and wrinkle process with the Obagi Professional-C Serum, which is a facial serum that contains Vitamin C (also known as L-ascorbic Acid) to brighten the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

Stress is also a big factor in skin health, and it is essential that a daily skin care regime counteracts the daily stresses we all have to deal with from time to time.

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We also start ageing from the age of 20. This ageing of the skin can be quite a shock to many people, especially as many think ageing begins at the ages of 40. Sun exposure accounts for 90 percent of premature ageing as well as pollution and smoking. Collagen levels deteriorate quite quickly from the age of 20 therefore this gives a verifiable reason to look after your skin with a decent skin product like the Pure Obagi range of products to protect your skin.

Modern women are every day bombarded by images of fashion models with perfect skin, or photoshopped magazine features, however skin health should be a matter of habit, and not just for aesthetic reasons. Throughout one’s life, your health impacts multiple parts of your existence, and again, your skin is an integral part of your overall health.

Whatever your skin type, or skin colour, Pure Obagi skincare will repair and protect the skin throughout all of its levels. To look after your skin is an integral part of not only looking great but feeling great too. Go on you can do it!

BEYOND SATIRE: Howard Stern Alex Jones Puppet Quoted as Real Alex Jones by Daily Mail

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BEYOND SATIRE: Howard Stern Alex Jones Puppet Quoted as Real Alex Jones by Daily Mail

We don’t know how to take this because things are getting beyond satire, beyond surreal at the moment in the mainstream media.

Puppetgate

The Daily Mail is now using quotes from a puppet show on Howard Stern’s radio show as factual quotes from Alex Jones.

The thing is, did Alex Jones say those things anyway, because the fucking puppet quotes  Jones during the skit?

We’re getting seriously confused now, because we don’t know who to believe any more. Do we believe the puppet? Do we believe Alex Jones? Do we believe the Daily Mail?

Fuck knows!

 

Wake Up to Some Japanese Ads From the 1980s

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Wake Up to Some Japanese Ads From the 1980s

Want to start your day with a zing and a jolt to your spinal column which will set you up for the rest of the day?

Look no further, check out some of these amazing Japanese ads from the 1980s.

 

 

There’s something about Japanese adverts that capture the attention today, however the 1980s was the true symbolic breakthrough in commercialization, and creatively speaking, the Japanese sensibility is truly displayed in all its synth glory.

 

 

Opening up further to Western influences, Japanese ads in the 1980s often featured Hollywood celebrities making a quick buck in the land of the Rising Sun. Looks like Arnie paid for over half his income by appearing in Jap ads in the 80s.

 

 

The early 80s still had a 70s feel, especially music wise.

 

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