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![]() “Yeah!” got the world’s attention, but “Burn,” the second single from Confessions, gave a better idea of what Usher was trying to do. Most of Confessions is lush, expertly crafted R&B about byzantine romantic travails. That narrative turned out to be compellingly messy, and the compelling mess worked as well to sell records in 2004 as it did in 1977. They wanted to make art that would build on the image of Usher that already existed out in the world, and they wanted to get people invested in Usher’s personal narrative. For most of Confessions, though, Usher and his collaborators were chasing something else. ![]() In the context of Confessions, “Yeah!” was a glorious anomaly, an anthemic hookfest that felt bigger than any one person. But even amidst all that doom and gloom, Usher’s Confessions emerged as a bona fide blockbuster, a four-quadrant monster.Įarlier this week, writing about Usher’s insanely dominant club klaxon “ Yeah!,” I called Confessions “a Thriller for the post-Napster era.” But the better comparison might be Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours, the messiest all-conquering smash of the ’70s. Young people just weren’t buying music anymore. The iTunes Music Store hadn’t yet emerged as a money-maker, and label people were mad that they had to do business according to Steve Jobs’ terms, selling all of their songs for only a dollar apiece. The labels and their lawyers had managed to put Napster out of business, but tons of other file-sharing services were popping up to fill that hole. The industry was a few years past the peak of the CD-sales boom. In 2004, the music business was in trouble. I can imagine record-label bean-counters looking back on Usher’s 2004 and softly weeping, pining for the days that they can’t have back. ![]() For that one year, Usher was putting up numbers. But nothing in the man’s career, before or since, can measure up to what Usher did in 2004, the year that he truly owned the pop charts. That happened just a couple of months ago, when a moment of beautifully hammy showmanship from a Tiny Desk Concert reached meme status. Usher might not reliably chart the way that he once did, but he can still become a viral sensation out of nowhere. Usher Raymond was a star long before 2004, and he remained a star for years after. ![]() In The Number Ones, I’m reviewing every single #1 single in the history of the Billboard Hot 100, starting with the chart’s beginning, in 1958, and working my way up into the present. ![]() ![]() However, he couldn't actually kill them while Megatron was still in charge. Knucklehead and Drift sent him down into a molten moat, swearing revenge on them both. ![]() Drift stopped him, giving a gleeful Lockdown the chance to claim the guy was a traitor and kill him off. After they sneaked in, Lockdown disobeyed orders, and killed the prisoners anyway. Drift and Knucklehead wanted in claim it with minimal bloodshed, but Lockdown preferred a more destructive solution. As mentioned in Locked In, Lockdown claimed the bounty on the Coseem crime gang's boss.įive years before the Battle of Chicago, Lockdown was part of a three man team consisting of himself, Drift, and Knucklehead, trying to capture an Autobot fortress. Lockdown was originally a Decepticon, who had a sideline as bounty hunter and hired killer. 2.1 Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark.Stinger is one of the few Transformers to have green eyes, the others being Lockdown and Devastator.Stinger is the only KSI drone that is named which doesn't speak.This could be the improvements that the KSI goons talked about and Bumblebee reshaped himself to match his doppleganger, and thus made himself better. Despite being a clone of Bumblebee, Stinger's robot form has multiple components that Bumblebee's first robot mode in Age of Extinction lacked until he re-scanned.Before his idenity was revealed a number of fans speculated that he was either Transformers: Prime character Knock Out, Autobot Cliffjumper or even Dino.Stinger seems to be based on the Transformers: Animated character Wasp, who was a rival of Bumblebee's who also shared the same body form and was armed with better weapons, though he was green instead of red.Stinger's vehicle mode was a Pagani huayra which had 3 hidden rockets built into both sides near the front. Compared to Bumblebee's first robot mode he had multiple spiked wheels on his back and had a claw that also had a gun attached, which Bumblebee replicated onto himself to match his doppleganger mimicing him exactly. Stinger was modelled after Bumblebee and thus shares many design smiliarities to him, with obvious exceptions being his red paint job and green eyes. Video Game Histroy Physical Appearance / Abilities Both were slung around as Strafe attempted to fling Stinger off of him, eventually Strafe succeeded and Bumblebee used the distraction to blow off Stinger's head which Strafe happily chewed on. Strafe attempted to guide Bumblebee to safety, but Stinger also grabbed onto his yellow doppleganger and the two engaged each other on Strafe's back. Stinger with the other Decepticons engaged Bumblebee and Hound trying to protect the Seed, eventually the Dinobots arrived and evened out the odds. Once in China however Galvatron revealed his sentience to his creators as Megatron, accepting his new identity, and brought the other KSI prototypes to life which included Stinger and they became Decepticons, Galvatron and ordered them all to Hong Kong to retrieve the Seed. ![]() Stinger molecularity transforming in Hong Kong. ![]() After Galvatron continually malfunctioned and caused much civilian colatoral damage, Stinger, Galvatron and the other prototypes were shipped to the Hong Kong facility. Stinger would pursue Drift, Crosshairs and Hound but they seemingly escaped as Stinger wasn't seen again in the pursuit. Bumblebee heard multiple comments video displays about Stinger's apparant superiorioraty which made Bumblebee angry and provoked him to kick down the prototype in robot form and left Shane to take the fall.Īfter the Autobot's raid on KSI itself, Stinger along with Galvatron were deployed on orders of Harold Attinger to hunt down the Autobots. When Cade Yeager and Shane Dyson infeltrated KSI with Bumblebee himself they saw a Stinger on display in robot mode, whilst another one was on display in vehicle mode. The chief desginers of Stinger would remark that Stinger is far more improved upon Bumblebee's inferior design. Stinger was created among 50 other prototypes by Joshua Joyce, under the unknowing influence of Galvatron, and modelled after Bumblebee. ![]() ![]() ![]() The new lighting mechanics for the developers manage to let them play with how dark they want the rooms to be and even play around with fog, which monsters can run and hide in. You can explore, travel, and see the ship in all its glory and backtrack when needed. This level of immersion brings players out from loading screens and disbands the feeling of going from mission to mission like a checklist. And it quickly became clear that this remake is a passion project for everyone. The iconic USG Ishimura ship has been recreated so players can explore the entire ship from front to back. In order to get a sense of what’s going into this project, we talked to Senior Producer Philippe Ducharme, Creative Director Roman Campos-Oriola and Art Director Mike Yazijian. 'Throughout the remake, an intensity AI will. Thanks to modern technology, the developers have new tools to create a darker and more detailed world than they did back in 2008. As Tyler Wilde mentioned when he went hands-on with the Dead Space remake, one of the changes from the original is the addition of an AI director. ![]() The discussion between developers discusses vital points in what makes a good horror game/movie feel scary. EA Motive discussed with IGN how they plan to bring a new level of immersion to survival horror with their Dead Space remake. With the remakes of the original Resident Evil titles and the recently released The Callisto Protocol, the horror community has begun to swing the momentum back in that direction. December was a dry month for games last year really, High on Life was a decent-ish game imo and Choo-Choo Charles was the underdog game of the month the rest were either mediocre or trash: Callisto Protocol or Hello Neighbor 2 to name a couple. ![]() However, as trends tend to do, over-the-shoulder, 3rd person-view horror is coming back. Yeah I’d skip over it personally and wait for Dead Space. Now, you are in the character’s shoes, running away from crazy monsters, hoping and praying they don’t catch you. This first-person view gave a new level of immersion to the players. Games such as Amnesia or Outlast were the next big thing in the horror world. The landscape for horror was changing, and the developers knew it. The Dead Space series took a break after the third installment in the franchise as it took a low point in the horror community. Thankfully, the game was a hit and spun into a full-fledged series, one with a cult fanbase. At the time, EA had to take a chance on this one, as horror wasn’t as prominent as it is today. Dead Space is a classic survival horror game from way back in 2008. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() For damaged orders, please contact us as soon as possible by email! How does it work Shipping damages, or DOA / Defective product. There will be a 15% restocking fee charged for all returns that were not due to an error on our part, Returns are accepted up to 30 days after delivery of your order. We understand and in the unfortunate circumstance that you need to return your item, we’ll make it simple. After a period of 1 week, we can not accept responsibility for errors or deficiencies. We must be contacted within 1 week of receipt of goods. If there are errors or gaps in relation to your order, please contact us immediately. Upon receipt of the goods, please check what you have received. Up to 7 days after delivery - Shortages or discrepancies Breakage may occur during shipment, including glass and wood, although the exterior of the packaging is intact. ![]() The driver does not give you time to inspect your package, enter “The driver did not want to wait for the inspection - Possibility of concealed damage” on your delivery before signing. If you believe that the package can hide possible damage (eg a sound of broken glass), please mark the delivery note accordingly. Claims can’t be filed by us if the damage is reported after the delivery has been accepted without indications of possible damage. Contact us immediately to report the damage. Refuse shipment if the damage was caused to the packaging. Keep your devices charged and ready to use, stay connected while out at sea, and enjoy your boating adventures without worrying about running out of battery life.Please INSPECT your merchandise upon receipt. Whether you opt for the classic White, sleek Metal, or sophisticated Gray variant, you can enjoy the fast and efficient charging capabilities of the Vimar Arké 19292 USB Charging Outlet. The compact and space-saving design ensures that it won't take up much space on your boat, making it a convenient addition to your marine electrical system. Simply connect it to your boat's electrical system, and you can start charging your devices right away. Installation of the Vimar Arké 19292 USB Charging Outlet is easy and straightforward, regardless of the variant you choose. You can rely on their durability and longevity, even in challenging conditions. They are designed to withstand the harsh marine environment, including saltwater spray, UV rays, and extreme temperatures. Just like the original model, all these variants feature a marine-grade construction. Additionally, there is an option that combines both USB-C and USB-A connectors in a single outlet, providing flexibility for charging different devices simultaneously. If you require multiple USB-C connectors, there is an option with two USB-C ports available. The options include USB-A or USB-C connectors, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices. You can select the connector type that best suits your devices. It is available in White, Metal, or Gray, allowing you to choose a color that matches your boat's aesthetic. The Vimar Arké 19292 USB Charging Outlet comes in various options to suit your needs. Whether you need to charge your smartphone, tablet, or any other USB-powered device, this charging outlet has got you covered. Introducing the Vimar Arké 19292 USB Charging Outlet - a marine-grade electrical accessory designed to keep your devices powered up while at sea. ![]() ![]() We understand the excitement players have for this game, so it is with utmost regret that we announce that the release date will be pushed back a second time to 2023.Īlthough internal and external circumstances pertaining to the novel coronavirus have been the primary hindrance to the development process, the entire staff has spared no effort in pushing to make up for lost time. The development team has been hard at work getting Granblue Fantasy: Relink ready for its target release date in 2022. And last year we received platform confirmation of PS5, PS4, and PC, along with details about the RPG's two game modes.Ĭygames has stated that once again, we'll receive our next update on the game at the next Granblue Fantasy Fes. The delay infographic can be found below.In 2020 we received ~20 minutes of 'Mega Fleet Battle' footage.In 2019 we received a trailer and footage featuring Lancelot, Vane, Percival, & Siegfried.In 2018 we received our first lengthy look at gameplay, though the footage has since been removed from Cygames channel in the wake of PlatinumGames' removal from the project. ![]() Historically, information on the game has only come sparingly once-a-year around Granblue Fantasy Fes in December. Granblue Fantasy Relink has been in development for several years. ![]() In a message posted to the game's official website, both the Covid-19 pandemic and need for polishing & optimization are cited as reasons for the delay. ![]() ![]() Long tapes instead of being returned by a spring, were usually returned by hand crank. Surveyors also used 49? feet of a 50-foot tape for 3 rods and 99 feet of a 100-foot tape measure for 6 rods. Because surveying was usually done in rods, surveyors use long tapes of 33 feet (2 rods), and 66 feet (4 rods). These are cased tape measures with tapes of 25, 50, 75, 100, 200, 300, and even 500 feet in length, designed for engineers and builders. When most people think of a tape measure, they are thinking of the pocket tape measure.Ī second tape measure design is what is called the long tape. Pocket tape measures have a tape one foot to fifteen feet in length and ? to ? inches across. ![]() The tape is returned to the case by a spring mechanism. They are small, the case is up to about three inches across. Spring return pocket tape measures will generally fit in a pocket. There are two basic types of tape measures with cases, spring return pocket tape measures and long tape measures. Surveyors use tape measures in lengths of over 100 m (300+ ft). Today it is ubiquitous, even appearing in miniature form as a keychain fob, or novelty item. Its design allows for a measure of great length to be easily carried in pocket or toolkit and permits one to measure around curves or corners. It consists of a ribbon of cloth, plastic, fibre glass, or metal strip with linear-measurement markings. The self-marking tape measure allows the user an accurate one hand measure.A tape measure or measuring tape is a flexible ruler and used to measure distance. A tape measure of 25 or even 100 feet can wind into a relatively small container. The tang is connected to the tape with loose rivets through oval holes, and can move a distance equal to its thickness, to provide both inside and outside measurements that are accurate. This type of tape measure will have a floating tang or hook on the end to aid measuring. Measuring tapes designed for carpentry or construction often use a stiff, curved metallic ribbon that can remain stiff and straight when extended, but retracts into a coil for convenient storage. Today, measuring tapes made for sewing are made of fiberglass, which does not tear or stretch as easily. These types of tape measures were mainly used for the measuring of the subject’s waist line. Tape measures that were intended for use in tailoring or dressmaking were made from flexible cloth or plastic. Tapes may have different scales, be made of different materials, and be of different lengths depending on the use it is intended for. Tape measures are often designed for specific uses or trades. ![]() A tape measure or measuring tape is a flexible ruler and used to measure distance. ![]() ![]() ![]() When you cry to him for help, he hears and delivers. You feel isolated, cut off, and like God has abandoned you.īut has not, and could never abandon you. Like no one cares, like no one is listening. When you are sunk into the valley of depression, it feels like you are totally and completely alone. When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles ( Psalm 34:17). Your body may be a broken down temple, but that doesn’t diminish God’s love for you one bit. Though you may feel alone and unloved, there is absolutely NOTHING, including depression, that can stop God from loving you. The only way God will stop loving you is if he stops loving Jesus. Because you are in Christ, nothing can separate you from God’s love. You are not outside of God’s sovereign will and gracious love. You feel as though God has left you to wallow in the mire. Everything seems dark and bleak, as if there will never be another good thing in your life. When you’re haunted by the specter of depression, you feel very cut off from the love of God. Nothing Can Separate You From Godįor I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord ( Romans 8:38-39). Confess your utter weakness and frailty and let him be the burden bearer. Let him carry the heavy end of your burden. He is gentle and lowly in heart, and he doesn’t rebuke those who find themselves laboring under the overwhelming yoke of depression.Ĭome to Jesus in your depression and find rest for your soul. Jesus gives rest to those who are crushed by the weight of the world. ![]() For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light ( Matthew 11:28-30). Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. ![]() Come All Who Labor and Are Heavy LadenĬome to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. He has good things in store for you, and these Bible verses for depression are proof!Ĩ. He has promised to renew your strength even though you don’t feel it now. Wait for the Lord and he will give you life. He loves to sustain those who are fainting and give life to those who feel completely depleted. The good news is that God is in the business of giving strength to those who have none. Even the most mundane acts require a massive amount of effort. Everything seems overwhelming and impossible. …but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength they shall mount up with wings like eagles they shall run and not be weary they shall walk and not faint ( Isaiah 40:31).įew things sap your strength like depression or feeling anxious. Even though you can’t feel his presence, God is nearer to you now than ever, and he is working on your behalf. He sees you in the midst of your affliction and moves toward you with deliverance. When you find yourself under a crushing burden, God draws near to you. God has a special place in his heart for the brokenhearted and crushed in spirit. The soundtrack of your life is in a minor key. When you are sunk into the depths of depression, you feel constantly brokenhearted and crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all ( Psalm 34:18-19). The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. God’s grace is sufficient for you, even in these deep, dark times. Take comfort from these Bible verses for depression, because God loves to sustain the weak. The reality is, you ARE weak, you’re just feeling it more acutely now. Even if you don’t have assurance of your salvation, you can be assured that God has a firm hold on you. When you are weak, he will strengthen you. When you fall, he will uphold you with his righteous right hand. ![]() Good news! You don’t have to hold on to God because he is holding to you. Like your weak and helpless, unable to do anything. In your depression, you feel like you can’t hang on to God. …fear not, for I am with you be not dismayed, for I am your God I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand ( Isaiah 41:10). You are his child, and like a dad clearing a path through the woods for his small child, so God is going ahead of you, clearing the way. Do not fear or be dismayed ( Deuteronomy 31:8).ĭon’t be dismayed because God is with you! Just as he swore to never desert the people of Israel, he will NEVER leave you or forsake you because you are in Christ. He will be with you he will not leave you or forsake you. ![]() ![]() ![]() This is often caused by inefficient asset management and poor cash flow. Negative working capital, on the other hand, means that the business doesn’t have enough liquid assets to meet it current or short-term obligations. It also means that the business should be able to finance some degree of growth without having to acquire and outside loan or raise funds with a new stock issuance. Positive working capital is always a good thing because it means that the business is about to meet its short-term obligations and bills with its liquid assets. Practical Usage Explanation: Cautions and Limitations Positive vs.
![]() The term ‘wardrobe’ tends to indicate a bedroom storage cupboard.Ī closet is what Americans call a wardrobe, but in Australia a closet might also be walk-in or built-in storage space anywhere in the home, such as a hallway closet or a laundry closet. What is the difference between a wardrobe and a closet? ![]() Combination mirrored and panel wardrobe doors.Our flat pack wardrobe inserts are designed with any of these configurations, and finished with either: Not sure which wardrobe design would be best for you? The Spacesaver Combo Robe provides flexible storage for hanging long and short clothes, drawers for tee-shirts and underwear, and shelf space for shoes, bags - whatever you need. Combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rails e.g.Different internal wardrobe configurations might include: It is a tall cupboard for clothes, hats, bags and shoes which often includes a combination of hanging storage space, shelves and drawers.īedroom wardrobe storage can either be built-in or freestanding clothes cabinets. What is a wardrobe?Ī wardrobe is effectively a clothes cabinet. So, whether you need a small hand-held rolling cart for easy mobility or a larger industrial-sized model, their mobility and versatility make them an ideal storage and transport solution in a variety of environments, all the while allowing you to keep items organized and easily accessible.Ĭheck out our convenient storage solutions to store and space your items with ease.Efficient & Versatile Wardrobe Storage Solutionsĭo your jumbled bedroom cupboards or walk in robes lack organised modular storage components? Do you need freestanding cupboards and wardrobes for rooms with no bedroom cupboards at all? Effective, space-saving and clutter-reducing solutions are easy at Amart, where you’ll find everything you need to meet all your bedroom storage needs. For example, keep your storage cart organized and prevent clutter from building up by putting all your cleaning supplies together, your art supplies in another section, and your tools in another. What is more, group similar items together based on their use or purpose. You can also stack containers or use tiered shelving to maximize vertical space. Clear containers are particularly helpful as they allow you to easily see what's inside. Utilize baskets or boxes to separate items and keep them in place. When organizing your storage cart, make sure to use every inch of space by utilizing the walls with hooks or magnetic strips to hang items. Bar carts come in a wide range of styles, from vintage-inspired designs with brass or gold finishes to modern designs made from glass and metal. ![]() Typically, a bar cart features two or more shelves, with the top shelf being used to hold bottles, glasses, and other barware, while the lower shelves can be used to store additional bottles or other items. Additionally, the cart's wheels make it easy to move around, allowing you to position it wherever you need it most.Ī bar cart is another popular type of rolling cart that is specifically designed to hold and transport beverages and barware. This makes them an ideal choice for storing and organizing a range of kitchen items, such as utensils, pots, pans, and even small appliances. Most often, these types of rolling carts also feature a variety of compartments, including drawers, shelves, and hooks. These rolling storage carts are commonly made from steel, making them durable and easy to clean or feature a solid wooden countertop that can be used for food preparation or as an extra workspace. Kitchen storage carts are one of the most popular types of utility carts. They come in different sizes, colors, and materials, and can be used in a variety of settings, including the kitchen, bathroom, living room, and office. IKEA storage carts are known for their functional designs and versatility. Utility carts are a versatile and practical storage solution that can be used in a variety of settings. ![]() |
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