Sylvi Trembath Said:
How is it that the Portuguese Police focus on the McCann family when there is more reason to suspect the own corruption?
Goncalo Amaral and four other Portuguese police officers were recently charged with offences relating to the inquiry into the disappearance of Joana Cipriano from a village seven miles from where Madeleine was abducted.
Portugal’s Ministerio Publico, the district attorney, confirmed that it had charged three police officers with torture, a fourth with omission of evidence and a fifth with falsification of documents. It did not reveal who had been charged with which offence.
Despite the charges, Mr Amaral, the co-ordinator of the Policia Judiciaria in Portimao, has not been suspended from working on the Madeleine investigation - How crazy is that!!!
Did we ever get an explanation as to why these Police Officers did what they did to the Cipriano family, apart from wanting her to confess?
Friday, September 28, 2007
A former Cambridgeshire school caretaker, Arrested
Accused of carrying out a nationwide letter-bombing campaign, was today found guilty as charged at Oxford Crown Court.
Mr Cooper, 27, from Cambridge, was told at Oxford Crown Court that his sentence was indeterminate
Yesterday he was found guilty and on all 12 counts and will be sentenced on Friday, relating to explosive devices he sent to offices in London, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Kent, Birmingham and Swansea in January and February.
Mr Cooper, 27, from Cambridge, was told at Oxford Crown Court that his sentence was indeterminate
Yesterday he was found guilty and on all 12 counts and will be sentenced on Friday, relating to explosive devices he sent to offices in London, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Kent, Birmingham and Swansea in January and February.
Beyonce and Justin Timberlake teamed up very sexy duet
Who would have though that Beyonce and Justin would team up to make music?
This single is bound to get lots of radio play and be a big hit.
Billie Piper and Chris Moyles plan to pretend slept together
Billie appeared on Moyles’ Radio 1 breakfast show before her slot on This Morning with Schofield and had agreed to slip various phrases into her TV interview at the request of the DJ.
The comment: “I slept with Chris Moyles last night” was one of the sayings he asked Piper to utter.
It’s said that Philip had been listening to the radio show and caught Chris saying “I have a very serious question to ask you. Who did you sleep with last night?”
When Piper replied “Chris Moyles”, Philip said: “And how are you going to get the others in? You think we don’t know but this morning on Radio 1, Chris Moyles challenged you to say the words ‘radish’, ‘martin’, ‘wood’, ‘amazing’ and ‘I slept with Chris Moyles last night’ on the programme.
The comment: “I slept with Chris Moyles last night” was one of the sayings he asked Piper to utter.
It’s said that Philip had been listening to the radio show and caught Chris saying “I have a very serious question to ask you. Who did you sleep with last night?”
When Piper replied “Chris Moyles”, Philip said: “And how are you going to get the others in? You think we don’t know but this morning on Radio 1, Chris Moyles challenged you to say the words ‘radish’, ‘martin’, ‘wood’, ‘amazing’ and ‘I slept with Chris Moyles last night’ on the programme.
Katherine Heigl appeared on screens in Knocked Up
The phenomenally successful Judd Apatow comedy which see’s Katherine play a woman who gets pregnant from a one night stand. The film has gathered a huge fan base and the success of the movie has sky rocketed Katherine Heigl into the lime light.
Katherine started acting when she made her big-screen debut in ‘That Night’ in 1992. Since then, she has appeared in many successful movies including My Father The Hero, Bride of Chucky and Valentine. Along with the big-screen, Katherine had also dabbled in the small screen. Katherine found success with the popular television show Grey’s Anatomy, where she played Dr. Isobel Stevens.
Another of Katherine’s most popular movies was the comedy Caffeine. The film followed the staff and patrons of a quirky London café as sudden revelations of terribly embarrassing secrets having to do with their sexual misadventures turn relationships upside down.
Katherine started acting when she made her big-screen debut in ‘That Night’ in 1992. Since then, she has appeared in many successful movies including My Father The Hero, Bride of Chucky and Valentine. Along with the big-screen, Katherine had also dabbled in the small screen. Katherine found success with the popular television show Grey’s Anatomy, where she played Dr. Isobel Stevens.
Another of Katherine’s most popular movies was the comedy Caffeine. The film followed the staff and patrons of a quirky London café as sudden revelations of terribly embarrassing secrets having to do with their sexual misadventures turn relationships upside down.
Bill Murray and Jason Schwartzman comes to Wes Anderson films
Bill Murray and Jason Schwartzman have now confirmed as voices for Anderson’s upcoming stop-animation adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The Fantastic Mr. Fox. George Clooney, Cate Blanchett and Anjeclica Huston have also been announced in various trade papers.
The film isn’t expected to hit theaters any time soon. Wes Anderson, in an interview with MTV said,
“It will take a couple years to do the animating. The settings will be very natural. We want to use real trees and real sand, but it’s all miniature.””
Hmm, I’m not too sure about the settings, but I’ll happily wait a few years for the film - I love the classic stop-animated movies.
The film isn’t expected to hit theaters any time soon. Wes Anderson, in an interview with MTV said,
“It will take a couple years to do the animating. The settings will be very natural. We want to use real trees and real sand, but it’s all miniature.””
Hmm, I’m not too sure about the settings, but I’ll happily wait a few years for the film - I love the classic stop-animated movies.
Xia Xinfeng, kills lover with rat poison from her mouth
Chinese woman who killed her lover with a rat poison-laced kiss when she suspected him of being unfaithful after seeing him with another woman, has been sentenced to death for the murder of her lover.
Xia Xinfeng, from Maolou in the central province of Henan, had arranged to meet her lover Mao Ansheng at a public bathhouse. She then passed a capsule with rat poison from her mouth to her long-time lover, Mao Ansheng, during a kiss.
Xia Xinfeng, from Maolou in the central province of Henan, had arranged to meet her lover Mao Ansheng at a public bathhouse. She then passed a capsule with rat poison from her mouth to her long-time lover, Mao Ansheng, during a kiss.
Jade Goody’s home has been targeted by raiders
Jade was planning to rent out the house after buying a house elsewhere but on Tuesday the letting agents discovered that it had been raided.
When Jade arrived along with the police, she is reported to have stormed out and exclaimed: “I’ve been f****ing burgled!”
A spokesman for Essex police said that “We received a report of a potential burglary at Miss Goody’s address at 11.09 this morning. Officers were dispatched to the address and it has now been confirmed as a burglary. Crime officers are now examining the scene
The raiders are said to have stolen electronics equipment, reportedly worth up to £30,000.
When Jade arrived along with the police, she is reported to have stormed out and exclaimed: “I’ve been f****ing burgled!”
A spokesman for Essex police said that “We received a report of a potential burglary at Miss Goody’s address at 11.09 this morning. Officers were dispatched to the address and it has now been confirmed as a burglary. Crime officers are now examining the scene
The raiders are said to have stolen electronics equipment, reportedly worth up to £30,000.
Chirutha review, eagerness of the audience
Cast: Ram Charan, Neha Sharma, Tanikella, Ashish Vidyarthi, Prakash Raj, MS Naayana, Daniel Balaji, Brahmanandam, Dharmavarapu, Ali, Venu Madhav etc
Editing: MR Varma
Cinematography: Sham K Naidu
Choreography: Raju Sundaram, Nobel
Art: Chinna
Music: Mani Sharma
Production: Ashwini Dutt
Story, Screenplay, Dialogue, Direction: Puri Jagannath
Release Date: 28th Sep 2007
The D-day has come and the wait stops here. Ram Charan’s debut released and here are the details.
Story:
Charan’s (Ram Charan) father (Surya) gets killed by a gangster Mattu Bhai (Aashish Vidyarthi) in his childhood. His mother also gets severely injured in the same attack. He happens to go behind bars putting the crime on his head for saving his mother with an expensive surgery. He stays in jail for 12 years and then comes out. He learns that his mother was died when he was in jail. He moves to Thailand with the advice of his uncle. There he joins in a travel agency in Bangkok. He happens to escort a rich girl (Neha), the daughter of a rich man Kartikeya (Prakash Raj). He falls in her love by looks but very soon notices that she is arrogant, proud and adamant. He dilutes all her negatives and fills love in her followed by some action episodes. The climax is very well understood. It’s about how he puts an end to Mattu Bhai and quenches his revenge- and how he wins the rich man’s daughter.
Performances:
Ram Charan’s entry scene was composed very well with high dose of heaviness. There is big punch in introduction fight as well. The fight in Thai temples also scores well in his performance. But on a whole he appeared more like Pawan Kalyan in many scenes. Dances are good with some resemblances to his Mega Dad.
Neha is only for glamour quotient and to run the show, but she didn’t do anything marvelous. She is like any other imported stuff.
Prakash Raj and Aashish Vidyarthi are the character and villain characters respectively and they have justified their roles.
The comedy by Ali, Dharmavarapu and MS Narayana is entertaining.
Big score goes to cinematography, graphics, music and sound department. Puri Jaganath didn’t show his punch this time.
Editing: MR Varma
Cinematography: Sham K Naidu
Choreography: Raju Sundaram, Nobel
Art: Chinna
Music: Mani Sharma
Production: Ashwini Dutt
Story, Screenplay, Dialogue, Direction: Puri Jagannath
Release Date: 28th Sep 2007
The D-day has come and the wait stops here. Ram Charan’s debut released and here are the details.
Story:
Charan’s (Ram Charan) father (Surya) gets killed by a gangster Mattu Bhai (Aashish Vidyarthi) in his childhood. His mother also gets severely injured in the same attack. He happens to go behind bars putting the crime on his head for saving his mother with an expensive surgery. He stays in jail for 12 years and then comes out. He learns that his mother was died when he was in jail. He moves to Thailand with the advice of his uncle. There he joins in a travel agency in Bangkok. He happens to escort a rich girl (Neha), the daughter of a rich man Kartikeya (Prakash Raj). He falls in her love by looks but very soon notices that she is arrogant, proud and adamant. He dilutes all her negatives and fills love in her followed by some action episodes. The climax is very well understood. It’s about how he puts an end to Mattu Bhai and quenches his revenge- and how he wins the rich man’s daughter.
Performances:
Ram Charan’s entry scene was composed very well with high dose of heaviness. There is big punch in introduction fight as well. The fight in Thai temples also scores well in his performance. But on a whole he appeared more like Pawan Kalyan in many scenes. Dances are good with some resemblances to his Mega Dad.
Neha is only for glamour quotient and to run the show, but she didn’t do anything marvelous. She is like any other imported stuff.
Prakash Raj and Aashish Vidyarthi are the character and villain characters respectively and they have justified their roles.
The comedy by Ali, Dharmavarapu and MS Narayana is entertaining.
Big score goes to cinematography, graphics, music and sound department. Puri Jaganath didn’t show his punch this time.
Raul Midon, I’d never heard before Jay Leno announced him
I’d never heard of Raul Midon before Jay Leno announced him on The Tonight Show this evening. But, man, from the moment he started playing, I couldn’t do anything but keep my eyes glued to the TV. Well, nothing except to turn it up a bit forcing Bald Man to wander in from the other room and join me in the experience.
I was first drawn to watching him because he seemed to be playing the guitar primarily by tapping on the strings (I’m sure there’s a technical term for that) rather than strumming or picking. But once you start watching, it’s hard to stop. And then when he plays the “trumpet”? Way cool.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Melanie Goodwin’s body was found Tuesday morning in a grassy area
Tuesday morning in a grassy area at the 3200 block of Keller Springs Road in Carrollton. Melanie Goodwin, resident of Arlington and student at University of North Texas.
Melanie Goodwin’s body was burned at the scene. The cops have not said yet the cause of death of Melanie Goodwin, but that the investigation is ongoing.
The cops say that right now there are no suspects but the unidentified guy that was seen with Melanie Goodwin considered a “person of interest.” but they have not found him yet.
Melanie Goodwin was last seen at 1:40 a.m. Tuesday at a convenience store at Mayhill Road and Interstate 35E in Denton. Melanie Goodwin was seen leaving in her car with an unidentified male. Melanie Goodwin drove a red 2002 Saturn, Texas license place Z57WBT, and her vehicle is still missing, police said.
Melanie Goodwin was remembered as a “highly intelligent” woman, who people just felt attracted to, Melanie Goodwin made people just smile, and will be hugely missed said a friend of Melanie Goodwin. “Melanie Goodwin never got in trouble,” he said.
The Police has asked if anybody has information on the death of Melanie Goodwin to please contact them, the Police says if they had any contact what so ever with Melanie Goodwin that night to please call.
Anyone with information can call the police department at 972-466-3333.
Melanie Goodwin’s body was burned at the scene. The cops have not said yet the cause of death of Melanie Goodwin, but that the investigation is ongoing.
The cops say that right now there are no suspects but the unidentified guy that was seen with Melanie Goodwin considered a “person of interest.” but they have not found him yet.
Melanie Goodwin was last seen at 1:40 a.m. Tuesday at a convenience store at Mayhill Road and Interstate 35E in Denton. Melanie Goodwin was seen leaving in her car with an unidentified male. Melanie Goodwin drove a red 2002 Saturn, Texas license place Z57WBT, and her vehicle is still missing, police said.
Melanie Goodwin was remembered as a “highly intelligent” woman, who people just felt attracted to, Melanie Goodwin made people just smile, and will be hugely missed said a friend of Melanie Goodwin. “Melanie Goodwin never got in trouble,” he said.
The Police has asked if anybody has information on the death of Melanie Goodwin to please contact them, the Police says if they had any contact what so ever with Melanie Goodwin that night to please call.
Anyone with information can call the police department at 972-466-3333.
17 pound baby, uhhhh daaammmmmmmmmmmm
Name is Nadia and besides being a 17 pound baby she is healthy and just precious.
Nadia the 17 pound baby was born to a Siberian lady Tatyana Barabanova who has another 11 kids,wow more power to the mom of eleven kids and one 17 pound baby, I would love to meet her and just take my hat of to her.
Nadia the 17 pound baby was delivered by Caesarean section in the local maternity hospital in the Altai region on September 17, joining eight sisters and three brothers.
“We were all simply in shock,” said Nadia’s mother, Tatyana Barabanova, 43. “What did the father say? He couldn’t say a thing — he just stood there blinking.”
Nadia the 17 pound baby was born to a Siberian lady Tatyana Barabanova who has another 11 kids,wow more power to the mom of eleven kids and one 17 pound baby, I would love to meet her and just take my hat of to her.
Nadia the 17 pound baby was delivered by Caesarean section in the local maternity hospital in the Altai region on September 17, joining eight sisters and three brothers.
“We were all simply in shock,” said Nadia’s mother, Tatyana Barabanova, 43. “What did the father say? He couldn’t say a thing — he just stood there blinking.”
Omesh Hiramana St. John’s University student was arrested
On the Queens campus with a rifle and a President Bush mask today. Campus cops disarmed, Omesh Hiraman, who had been carrying the weapon in a bag, according to a posting on the St. John’s University website. Sources say the weapon appeared to a single shot, old style rifle that Omesh Hiraman was carrying in a bag.
Most people have no idea who Omesh Hiraman and are just clueless what Omesh Hiraman intentions where. It has not been two weeks that we talked about a similar situation that Omesh Hiraman had today it just seems like a disease.
Omesh Hiraman is 22 and seems to have mental problems, most questions today seem to be why a disturbed person like Omesh Hiraman was at the school and how can Omesh Hiraman just fall to the cracks.
Most people have no idea who Omesh Hiraman and are just clueless what Omesh Hiraman intentions where. It has not been two weeks that we talked about a similar situation that Omesh Hiraman had today it just seems like a disease.
Omesh Hiraman is 22 and seems to have mental problems, most questions today seem to be why a disturbed person like Omesh Hiraman was at the school and how can Omesh Hiraman just fall to the cracks.
K2 meter for the real ghost hunter
K2 meter is a must have tool for the person that really takes ghost hunting serious. The K2 meter used to be pretty cheap but these days the price of a K2 meter has almost triple, the only place I can find a really good K2 meter at a really cheap price, the only down side is that you may have to wait for the bid to end and if you have some spooky shit happening at your house you may need the K2 meter quickly.
The K2 meter measures magnetic fields, and it’s been specially calibrated for paranormal investigations. The theory behind the K2 meter is that if there’s a spirit in the area, the K2 meter will pick up it’s magnetic field. You can then train the spirits, supposedly, to intensify its magnetic field, therefore lighting up the lights on the K2 meter.
The K2 meter measures magnetic fields, and it’s been specially calibrated for paranormal investigations. The theory behind the K2 meter is that if there’s a spirit in the area, the K2 meter will pick up it’s magnetic field. You can then train the spirits, supposedly, to intensify its magnetic field, therefore lighting up the lights on the K2 meter.
Eric Sawyer, kill his 1-year-old nephew
, Eric Sawyer told the cops tonight that he kill his 1-year-old nephew because he believed the boy was possessed.
Eric Sawyer was arrested around 8:30 p.m. tonight after police found his 1-year-old nephew Brandon Cole wrapped in bloody sheets in the laundry room of a home on the 5800 block of Orchard Way in West Palm Beach.
Eric Sawyer told police that he had been thinking about killing the boy for days the cops believed they were responding to the home because of a dog attack but realized it was something more sinister when they found numerous stab wounds and cuts on the baby’s abdomen.
According to the cops, Eric Sawyer was sitting on a couch in the living room of the home when police arrived and found the boy. Upon questioning Eric Sawyer about what happened to the child, Eric Sawyer told police, “I did it,” .
When the responding officer asked Eric Sawyer where the dog was, Eric Sawyer replied, “It’s not a dog, it’s a human,” .
Eric Sawyer was arrested in April of 2006 while having a dispute with his mother, Judy. Police said that Judy told investigators that her son had mental problems and had not been taking his medications.
Eric Sawyer should get the death penalty and if not I am pretty sure the inmates where Eric Sawyer goes will take justice in there own hands.
Eric Sawyer was arrested around 8:30 p.m. tonight after police found his 1-year-old nephew Brandon Cole wrapped in bloody sheets in the laundry room of a home on the 5800 block of Orchard Way in West Palm Beach.
Eric Sawyer told police that he had been thinking about killing the boy for days the cops believed they were responding to the home because of a dog attack but realized it was something more sinister when they found numerous stab wounds and cuts on the baby’s abdomen.
According to the cops, Eric Sawyer was sitting on a couch in the living room of the home when police arrived and found the boy. Upon questioning Eric Sawyer about what happened to the child, Eric Sawyer told police, “I did it,” .
When the responding officer asked Eric Sawyer where the dog was, Eric Sawyer replied, “It’s not a dog, it’s a human,” .
Eric Sawyer was arrested in April of 2006 while having a dispute with his mother, Judy. Police said that Judy told investigators that her son had mental problems and had not been taking his medications.
Eric Sawyer should get the death penalty and if not I am pretty sure the inmates where Eric Sawyer goes will take justice in there own hands.
Kolcraft recalls play yards for infants due to safety
The death of a 10-month old child prompted the Kolcraft recall. 12 different Kolcraft play yards are included in this recall.
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kolcraft Enterprises Inc., of Chicago, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 425,000 infant play yards following the death of a child.
CPSC received a report of a 10-month old boy who strangled on the changing table’s restraint strap that was hanging down into Kolcraft’s “Sesame Beginnings” Travel Play Yard where the child was located.
Twelve different Kolcraft play yards are included in this recall.
All of the play yards have raised changing tables with a restraint strap that forms a loop beneath the changing table, posing a strangulation hazard to a child in the play yard.
In addition to the strangulation hazard with the changing table restraint strap, one play yard also has a raised cradle that rocks back and forth. A child can roll and get trapped against the side of the cradle in the Contours 3-in-1 Play Yard. If that happens, a child can suffocate.
Kolcraft has received 45 reports of children rolling to the side of the rocking cradle attachment.
The recalled play yards were sold in a variety of colors and patterns. Play yards and model numbers included in this recall are listed in the chart below. The model number is printed on a white sticker located on one of the feet of the play yard. They were manufactured in China.
The play yards were sold at retail stores nationwide from January 2001 through September 2007 for between $50 and $130.
Consumers should immediately stop using the changing tables and rocking cradle and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free non-looped replacement strap for the changing table and a free repair kit to secure the base of the cradle. Consumers should immediately cut off and remove the existing changing table restraint strap. Consumers should always remove the raised changing table and cradle or bassinet before placing a child in a play yard.
A free repair kit for the rocking cradle will be sent to consumers separate from the replacement strap.
For additional information on Kolcraft Recall of infant Play Yard, call Kolcraft at (888) 655-8484 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.kolcraft.com
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kolcraft Enterprises Inc., of Chicago, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 425,000 infant play yards following the death of a child.
CPSC received a report of a 10-month old boy who strangled on the changing table’s restraint strap that was hanging down into Kolcraft’s “Sesame Beginnings” Travel Play Yard where the child was located.
Twelve different Kolcraft play yards are included in this recall.
All of the play yards have raised changing tables with a restraint strap that forms a loop beneath the changing table, posing a strangulation hazard to a child in the play yard.
In addition to the strangulation hazard with the changing table restraint strap, one play yard also has a raised cradle that rocks back and forth. A child can roll and get trapped against the side of the cradle in the Contours 3-in-1 Play Yard. If that happens, a child can suffocate.
Kolcraft has received 45 reports of children rolling to the side of the rocking cradle attachment.
The recalled play yards were sold in a variety of colors and patterns. Play yards and model numbers included in this recall are listed in the chart below. The model number is printed on a white sticker located on one of the feet of the play yard. They were manufactured in China.
The play yards were sold at retail stores nationwide from January 2001 through September 2007 for between $50 and $130.
Consumers should immediately stop using the changing tables and rocking cradle and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free non-looped replacement strap for the changing table and a free repair kit to secure the base of the cradle. Consumers should immediately cut off and remove the existing changing table restraint strap. Consumers should always remove the raised changing table and cradle or bassinet before placing a child in a play yard.
A free repair kit for the rocking cradle will be sent to consumers separate from the replacement strap.
For additional information on Kolcraft Recall of infant Play Yard, call Kolcraft at (888) 655-8484 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.kolcraft.com
He Pingping shakes hands with Bao Xishun
In the continuing adventures of the world's tallest man, Bao Xishun, our hero shakes hands with He Pingping, who is currently aiming for a place in the Guiness Book of Records as the world's shortest man.
The historic meeting between Bao, who stands 2.36 meters (7.9 feet) tall, and He, who only reaches 73 centimeters (2.4 feet) in height, took place in Baotou, in China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Friday.
We have previously seen Bao, a herdsman from Inner Mongolia, as he saved the lives of two dolphins by using his long arms to reach down their throats and remove plastic shards from their stomachs.
The historic meeting between Bao, who stands 2.36 meters (7.9 feet) tall, and He, who only reaches 73 centimeters (2.4 feet) in height, took place in Baotou, in China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Friday.
We have previously seen Bao, a herdsman from Inner Mongolia, as he saved the lives of two dolphins by using his long arms to reach down their throats and remove plastic shards from their stomachs.
Naegleria, Amoeba Killer in the Lake
Something in the lakes around Orlando, Florida, has claimed the lives of three boys this summer." This thing is just there. It's lurking like some deadly thing in the water which can take our children's lives and we all have to be aware," said Orange County Health Department Director Dr. Kevin Sherin." See the video.
WSJ Health Blog has an informative post on the subject: A Deadly Amoeba Lurks in Florida.
Naegleria fowleri is a free living amoeba typically found in warm fresh water. It can can cause Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM or PAME) in humans characterized by rapid onset of coma and death.
Currently, there is no consistently effective treatment. Swimming in or jumping into fresh water is best avoided. Chlorinated swimming pools are safe from the perspective of contracting PAM.
CNN,
WSJ Health Blog has an informative post on the subject: A Deadly Amoeba Lurks in Florida.
Naegleria fowleri is a free living amoeba typically found in warm fresh water. It can can cause Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM or PAME) in humans characterized by rapid onset of coma and death.
Currently, there is no consistently effective treatment. Swimming in or jumping into fresh water is best avoided. Chlorinated swimming pools are safe from the perspective of contracting PAM.
CNN,
Anita Renfroe, singing a day’s
ABC’s Good Morning, America. They had a video that I really loved so I’m sharing it with you today.
Guinness Records, Some of these people have skills
Australian John Allwood smashed 40 watermelons with his head in just one minute.
Using only one hand, Germany's Thomas Vogel unfastened 56 bras in 60 seconds.
When it comes to the world's weirdest achievers, nothing beats the ultimate accolade -- a place in Guinness World Records for demonstrating bizarre skills.
Nothing is too wacky.
Can you catch 77 grapes in your mouth in under a minute, keep nine yo-yo's spinning at the same time, hold your breath for more than 14 minutes or throw a washing machine?
Then Guinness has a spot for you.
The annual compendium, whose latest edition is published on Friday, even has a section entitled Trivial Pursuits.
Few would argue with the title as Guinness lists the globe's finest practitioners at putting the cover on a duvet, kicking yourself in the head and throwing paper aircraft into a bucket.
Italian Michele Santana wins an entry for typing 57 books backwards.
Indian yoga instructor G.P Vijayakumar snorted eight fish up through his mouth and out of his nostrils in a minute.
American Jackie Bibby shared his bath with 75 live western diamondback rattlesnakes.
The latest edition also has a four-page pullout of the world's grossest records.
China's Wei Shengchu gains notoriety for most acupuncture needles in the head and face.
Frenchman Michel Lotito claimed the weirdest diet -- over the years he consumed 128 bicycles and 15 supermarket trolleys which he washed down with six chandeliers, two beds and a pair of skis.
Natasha Veruschka won Guinness immortality by swallowing 13 swords at the Third Annual Sideshow Gathering and Sword Swallowers Convention in Pennsylvania.
Few could equal the bizarre feat of China's Dong Changsheng -- he pulled a 1.5 tonne car using ropes hooked onto his lower eyelids.
In the mass participation category, 3,541 Philippine women in Manila shared the record for the most women ever to have breastfed their babies simultaneously.
The top prize for survival has to go to American park ranger Roy C.Sullivan -- he was struck by lightning seven times.
Each strike took its toll -- he lost eyebrows and a toe nail as well as suffering singed hair and chest burns.
He died in 1993 -- not killed by lightning but by his own hand after reportedly being rejected in love.
LONDON (Reuters)
Using only one hand, Germany's Thomas Vogel unfastened 56 bras in 60 seconds.
When it comes to the world's weirdest achievers, nothing beats the ultimate accolade -- a place in Guinness World Records for demonstrating bizarre skills.
Nothing is too wacky.
Can you catch 77 grapes in your mouth in under a minute, keep nine yo-yo's spinning at the same time, hold your breath for more than 14 minutes or throw a washing machine?
Then Guinness has a spot for you.
The annual compendium, whose latest edition is published on Friday, even has a section entitled Trivial Pursuits.
Few would argue with the title as Guinness lists the globe's finest practitioners at putting the cover on a duvet, kicking yourself in the head and throwing paper aircraft into a bucket.
Italian Michele Santana wins an entry for typing 57 books backwards.
Indian yoga instructor G.P Vijayakumar snorted eight fish up through his mouth and out of his nostrils in a minute.
American Jackie Bibby shared his bath with 75 live western diamondback rattlesnakes.
The latest edition also has a four-page pullout of the world's grossest records.
China's Wei Shengchu gains notoriety for most acupuncture needles in the head and face.
Frenchman Michel Lotito claimed the weirdest diet -- over the years he consumed 128 bicycles and 15 supermarket trolleys which he washed down with six chandeliers, two beds and a pair of skis.
Natasha Veruschka won Guinness immortality by swallowing 13 swords at the Third Annual Sideshow Gathering and Sword Swallowers Convention in Pennsylvania.
Few could equal the bizarre feat of China's Dong Changsheng -- he pulled a 1.5 tonne car using ropes hooked onto his lower eyelids.
In the mass participation category, 3,541 Philippine women in Manila shared the record for the most women ever to have breastfed their babies simultaneously.
The top prize for survival has to go to American park ranger Roy C.Sullivan -- he was struck by lightning seven times.
Each strike took its toll -- he lost eyebrows and a toe nail as well as suffering singed hair and chest burns.
He died in 1993 -- not killed by lightning but by his own hand after reportedly being rejected in love.
LONDON (Reuters)
Tai Babilonia, a really nice article
Tai Babilonia said she has always felt more comfortable on blades than in shoes. So, when the world champion pairs skater caught cabin fever last summer during a visit to the Aspen home of her fiance, comedian David Brenner, Babilonia knew where to go to get right.
At Lewis Ice Arena she found a familiar place in an unfamiliar town, a refuge, so to speak, for a "big city girl" unaccustomed to life in the mountains. She also found an old friend in Teri Hooper, the head coach at the Aspen Skating Club. Back when they were both aspiring young skaters, Hooper and Babilonia trained at the same Los Angeles rink under famed coach John Nicks.
David Brenner, Unmasked live at Comix Comedy Club
The subject of this Monday's "Unmasked", David Brenner will be appearing live at Comix Comedy Club on Friday, Sept 28th and Saturday, Sept 29th: Show's @ 8:30pm and 10:45pm
For tickets call (212) 524-2500 or online at http://www.comixny.com
Comix Comedy Club
353 E. 14th Street
New York, NY
For tickets call (212) 524-2500 or online at http://www.comixny.com
Comix Comedy Club
353 E. 14th Street
New York, NY
Kurt Julius Goldstein, Gary Primich, Haidar Abdel Shafi news
Kurt Julius Goldstein, fought racism
BERLIN -- Kurt Julius Goldstein, who survived the Auschwitz death camp and played a large role in fighting racism and anti-Semitism, died Monday. He was 93.
Goldstein died in Berlin after a brief illness, said the International Auschwitz Committee, of which he was an honorary chairman. It did not elaborate.
After World War II, Goldstein settled in East Germany, where he worked for the International Auschwitz Committee, maintaining contact with survivors on both sides of the Iron Curtain and reaching out to young people. In 2005, Goldstein was awarded Germany's highest honor, the Federal Cross of Merit, in recognition of his role in promoting tolerance and fighting racism and anti-Semitism. -- associated press
Gary Primich, blues musician
AUSTIN, Texas -- Harmonica player Gary Primich, whose soulful and proficient playing developed a strong following among blues fans in the United States and Europe, died Sunday. He was 49.The death was confirmed by his ex-wife, Tina Rosenzwieg. The cause of death has not been released.
Primich moved to Austin in the mid-1980s after growing up in Gary, Ind. His Web site touted his experience learning from blues players in Chicago in the late 1970s and early 1980s. -- associated press
Haidar Abdel Shafi, Palestinian nationalist
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip -- Haidar Abdel Shafi, a former Palestinian negotiator, leading Palestinian nationalist and physician, died Tuesday. He was 88. Shafi died at his home in Gaza City of stomach cancer, said his son Khaled.
Abdel Shafi was known as a die-hard critic of the late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat and his concessions to the Israelis in peace talks. He resigned from the Palestinian legislature in 1998, saying it did not have enough teeth to effect real change. -- associated press
BERLIN -- Kurt Julius Goldstein, who survived the Auschwitz death camp and played a large role in fighting racism and anti-Semitism, died Monday. He was 93.
Goldstein died in Berlin after a brief illness, said the International Auschwitz Committee, of which he was an honorary chairman. It did not elaborate.
After World War II, Goldstein settled in East Germany, where he worked for the International Auschwitz Committee, maintaining contact with survivors on both sides of the Iron Curtain and reaching out to young people. In 2005, Goldstein was awarded Germany's highest honor, the Federal Cross of Merit, in recognition of his role in promoting tolerance and fighting racism and anti-Semitism. -- associated press
Gary Primich, blues musician
AUSTIN, Texas -- Harmonica player Gary Primich, whose soulful and proficient playing developed a strong following among blues fans in the United States and Europe, died Sunday. He was 49.The death was confirmed by his ex-wife, Tina Rosenzwieg. The cause of death has not been released.
Primich moved to Austin in the mid-1980s after growing up in Gary, Ind. His Web site touted his experience learning from blues players in Chicago in the late 1970s and early 1980s. -- associated press
Haidar Abdel Shafi, Palestinian nationalist
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip -- Haidar Abdel Shafi, a former Palestinian negotiator, leading Palestinian nationalist and physician, died Tuesday. He was 88. Shafi died at his home in Gaza City of stomach cancer, said his son Khaled.
Abdel Shafi was known as a die-hard critic of the late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat and his concessions to the Israelis in peace talks. He resigned from the Palestinian legislature in 1998, saying it did not have enough teeth to effect real change. -- associated press
Michael Evans, who wooed Audrey Hepburn on "Gigi"
British-born actor Michael Evans, who wooed Audrey Hepburn on Broadway in "Gigi" and was the best friend to a billionaire on the soap opera "The Young and the Restless," has died. He was 87.Evans died Sept. 4 from age-related complications, said his son Nick Evans.
From 1980 to 1995, Evans played Col. Douglas Austin, the friend of billionaire Victor Newman, on CBS's long-running "The Young and the Restless." Newman is played by Eric Braeden, who hailed Evans as "a total professional from the old English school, a gentleman through and through."
From 1980 to 1995, Evans played Col. Douglas Austin, the friend of billionaire Victor Newman, on CBS's long-running "The Young and the Restless." Newman is played by Eric Braeden, who hailed Evans as "a total professional from the old English school, a gentleman through and through."
Valentina Vaughn are available on ValentinaVaughn.Com
Valentina, who claims to be a dancer and a performer along with being a penthouse pet, is probably what every man would want - and she proudly displays her sexuality on her website.
She even speaks of her sexual fantasy on her Bio: "My favorite sexual fantasy involves an authority figure who's overstepping a professional boundary. An on-duty police officer, a boss, a teacher, a doctor, they all turn me on."
Valentina, who is 24-years-old, is a "liberated nomad" who wants to take you on a wild ride.
She even speaks of her sexual fantasy on her Bio: "My favorite sexual fantasy involves an authority figure who's overstepping a professional boundary. An on-duty police officer, a boss, a teacher, a doctor, they all turn me on."
Valentina, who is 24-years-old, is a "liberated nomad" who wants to take you on a wild ride.
Jenna Elfman join Tim Allen, Andie MacDowell, Paz Vega, Kelli Garner and S. Epatha Merkerson “The Six Wives Of Henry LeFay
Jenna Elfman will join Andie MacDowell, Paz Vega, Kelli Garner and S. Epatha Merkerson in the indie feature “The Six Wives Of Henry LeFay”, which also stars Tim Allen.
Allen will play a man whose wife and five ex wives - all ranging in age from 25 to 55 - fight over his will when they believe he is dead. Jenna Elfman will play his second wife, who is also his fourth wife.The stunning Elisha Cuthbert will play Allen’s unmarried daughter. Shooting on the film began this week in Connecticut with Howard Michael Gould directing.
Allen will play a man whose wife and five ex wives - all ranging in age from 25 to 55 - fight over his will when they believe he is dead. Jenna Elfman will play his second wife, who is also his fourth wife.The stunning Elisha Cuthbert will play Allen’s unmarried daughter. Shooting on the film began this week in Connecticut with Howard Michael Gould directing.
Google are celebrating their 9th birthday
Today which we here at Product Reviews wish to say Happy Birthday and hope you have a great day and many more to come. Google was Co founded in 1998 by the masters Sergey Brin and Larry Page who at the time were fellow students at Stanford University, the company was first of all incorporated as a privately held company.
The initial public offering from Google took place on 19th August 2004 which raised a staggering $1.67 million and making it worth $23 billion now. Google not only with the most famous search engine in the world also have new acquisitions, product developments and partnerships of which the company expanded their initial search engine to advertising business and so much more like Google Maps, Online Mapping.
The initial public offering from Google took place on 19th August 2004 which raised a staggering $1.67 million and making it worth $23 billion now. Google not only with the most famous search engine in the world also have new acquisitions, product developments and partnerships of which the company expanded their initial search engine to advertising business and so much more like Google Maps, Online Mapping.
Bushra Binhisa is not Madeleine McCann
Has now been confirmed that the girl seen in Morocco is not Madeleine McCann, journalist Rashid Razaq from the Evening Standard to a trip to Morocco and went to see the young girl.
The blonde girl photographed in Morocco is in fact called Bushra Binhisa and is a daughter of an olive farmer; this has dashed hopes of Madeleine McCann’s parents (Kate and Gerry).
The blonde girl photographed in Morocco is in fact called Bushra Binhisa and is a daughter of an olive farmer; this has dashed hopes of Madeleine McCann’s parents (Kate and Gerry).
Usher has announced having a son with Tameka Foster
Usher has said that “I just want my son to fully be coherent and to be healthy, first and foremost. I’ve found that it is a step-by-step process. You can wish for a million and one things. But I hope that my son has the same energy I had as a child. Hopefully, he won’t be as bad as me. I hope he’s just a healthy son.”
Earlier this month, Usher revealed he was hoping for a boy so he could carry on the family name. He said that “I don’t know if it’s a boy or a girl. I want it to be a boy. I think every man wants a son. If it’s a boy, I’m going to name him Usher. I’m hoping to name him that. I’ve been playing with a few names. I’m the fourth. Usher Raymond IV. I just want to pass the name on. Maybe I’ll change the middle name.”
Earlier this month, Usher revealed he was hoping for a boy so he could carry on the family name. He said that “I don’t know if it’s a boy or a girl. I want it to be a boy. I think every man wants a son. If it’s a boy, I’m going to name him Usher. I’m hoping to name him that. I’ve been playing with a few names. I’m the fourth. Usher Raymond IV. I just want to pass the name on. Maybe I’ll change the middle name.”
Billy Baldwin’s interest in new TV drama Dirty Sexy Money
Transsexual who plays Billy Baldwin’s love interest in new U.S.
TV drama Dirty Sexy Money is raising eyebrows and temperatures on the set.
Billy’s character falls in love with a transsexual called Carmelita in the racy new drama, and the part is played by real-life sex-change actress Candis Cayne. And Billy admits playing opposite a real transsexual was a pleasure and a delight.
Billy said that “Ironically, with all the dysfunction going on in our show, people who have watched episodes two through six are saying that the most sweet, normal and most functional relationship on the show is the one between her and I. She’s the hottest woman on set. Every time she walks across the set or across the lot, she has Teamsters that are veering off course and crashing their golf carts.
TV drama Dirty Sexy Money is raising eyebrows and temperatures on the set.
Billy’s character falls in love with a transsexual called Carmelita in the racy new drama, and the part is played by real-life sex-change actress Candis Cayne. And Billy admits playing opposite a real transsexual was a pleasure and a delight.
Billy said that “Ironically, with all the dysfunction going on in our show, people who have watched episodes two through six are saying that the most sweet, normal and most functional relationship on the show is the one between her and I. She’s the hottest woman on set. Every time she walks across the set or across the lot, she has Teamsters that are veering off course and crashing their golf carts.
Sony PSP’s metal gear portable ops plus
The new game trailer for the Sony PSP’s metal gear portable ops plus, it does look very good but I have heard of some gamers complaining.
Some PSP owners have said that they are tired of Konomi bringing out a game and then a year later they release it again with more features.
Have a watch of the trailer below and let us know your view of game developers updating games with better features later on, to me this just makes sense.
Some PSP owners have said that they are tired of Konomi bringing out a game and then a year later they release it again with more features.
Have a watch of the trailer below and let us know your view of game developers updating games with better features later on, to me this just makes sense.
Ashlee Simpson’s Nose Job
Joe Simpson the father of Ashlee, who also manages her singing career, said that his daughter underwent rhinoplasty last year purely for health reasons.
It was recently claimed Ashlee - who has always refused to comment on rumours she had plastic surgery - decided to have her nose straightened so she could be as attractive as Jessica.
A source said that “Ashlee has always been cute but for a long time she felt like the ugly duckling of the family compared to Jessica. Every time she looked in the mirror, she saw a too-prominent nose, and she decided to do something about it. She was thrilled with the results. She basically had the bump on her nose shaved down.”
It was recently claimed Ashlee - who has always refused to comment on rumours she had plastic surgery - decided to have her nose straightened so she could be as attractive as Jessica.
A source said that “Ashlee has always been cute but for a long time she felt like the ugly duckling of the family compared to Jessica. Every time she looked in the mirror, she saw a too-prominent nose, and she decided to do something about it. She was thrilled with the results. She basically had the bump on her nose shaved down.”
German swastika buildings, $600,000 to hide
The U.S. Navy spent as much as $600,000 for the architectural and landscaping modifications to hide the fact that their four buildings together looks like a swastika from an up above view shot.
The 4 buildings are L shaped and because they are positioned next to each other this makes the swastika very noticeable, these buildings were constructed in the 60’s which were part of the amphibious base at Coronado of which served as barracks for Seabees.
We have put the video below of which you will see satellite images from Google Earth, without a doubt these buildings do look like the symbol used by the Nazis. The U.S. Navy have tried to mask the shape and have said that they do not want to be in any way associated with something as hateful and symbolic as a swastika.
Tatyana Barabanova Birth To A 17.1lbs. Baby Girl
43-year-old Tatyana Barabanova the baby was delivered by caesarean. Tatyana Barabanova is a Siberian woman who has just given birth to a whopping baby girl called Nadia who rocked the scales at 17.1lbs at the local maternity hospital in Russia’s Altai region on the 17th September this is her 12th child.
All of Tatyanna’s children have all weighed over 11lbs.
Nadia’s mum said that “We were all simply in shock, what did the father say? He couldn’t say a thing - he just stood there blinking. I ate everything; we don’t have the money for foods so I just ate potatoes, noodles and tomatoes,”
New-born Nadia is even bigger than Mexican baby Super Tonio who caused a sensation in February when he came into the world weighing a massive 14.5lbs.According to Guinness World Records, the heaviest baby born to a healthy mother was a boy weighing 22lbs 8ozs, in Aversa, Italy, in September 1955.
All of Tatyanna’s children have all weighed over 11lbs.
Nadia’s mum said that “We were all simply in shock, what did the father say? He couldn’t say a thing - he just stood there blinking. I ate everything; we don’t have the money for foods so I just ate potatoes, noodles and tomatoes,”
New-born Nadia is even bigger than Mexican baby Super Tonio who caused a sensation in February when he came into the world weighing a massive 14.5lbs.According to Guinness World Records, the heaviest baby born to a healthy mother was a boy weighing 22lbs 8ozs, in Aversa, Italy, in September 1955.
Intermix Store Opening: Kanye West, 50 Cent and Rebecca Gayheart
Tons of celebrities at the opening of Intermix last night in Los Angles, that included Singer Kanye West and fiancé Alexis Pfeiffer as in the photo above.
Also at the L.A. Intermix clothing store opening were 50 Cent, Rebecca Gayheart, Kim Kardashian, Adrienne Bailon, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Perez Hilton, Justine Bateman, Stacy Keibler and tons more.
Also at the L.A. Intermix clothing store opening were 50 Cent, Rebecca Gayheart, Kim Kardashian, Adrienne Bailon, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Perez Hilton, Justine Bateman, Stacy Keibler and tons more.
Nintendo Wiimote control earrings, keychains & cellphone charms
Wii accessories : Nintendo Wiimote control earrings, keychains & cellphone charms, Now this is pretty daft, well maybe not if you are a die hard Nintendo Wii fans. There are many gadgets and accessories for the Nintendo Wii but I have never come across anything like these before, these accessories are made of clay of which you can get in the shape of the Wiimote.
You can either have the Wiimote earrings, keychains or the cellphone charms totally your choice. These are pretty cool home made pieces of jewelry that are for the Wii geeks.
Wiimote earrings
The person behind making these says that they are all made from Sculpey clay and of which has one coat of satin glaze finish, these are pretty cute if you’re a lady and will cost between $6.50 to $15 before shipping.
You can either have the Wiimote earrings, keychains or the cellphone charms totally your choice. These are pretty cool home made pieces of jewelry that are for the Wii geeks.
Wiimote earrings
The person behind making these says that they are all made from Sculpey clay and of which has one coat of satin glaze finish, these are pretty cute if you’re a lady and will cost between $6.50 to $15 before shipping.
Princess Diana Inquest, randomly selected from the electoral roll
Lord Justice Scott Baker told the potential jurors, who have all been randomly selected from the electoral roll, that the deaths had “created worldwide interest on an unprecedented.
You have to put out of your mind anything you have heard out of court. It will not be easy to do that in this particular case but you have to.”
Jurors at the inquest into the deaths of Princess Diana and Dodi al Fayed must ignore a decade of intense news coverage, books and TV documentaries about the case.
They were also ordered to reveal any connections to the royal family, Mohamed al Fayed and the secret service.
The candidates have been asked to complete a questionnaire to determine whether they have any prejudices or connections which might make them unsuitable.
Reportally eleven jurors will be chosen from a pool of up to 200 people ahead of the start of the long-awaited case next week.
A shortlist of around 20 to 25 candidates will then be drawn up and the final jury will be sworn in on Tuesday when the inquest gets under way in full.
The jurors will be taken to Paris in the second week of the case to see the site of the fatal crash.
You have to put out of your mind anything you have heard out of court. It will not be easy to do that in this particular case but you have to.”
Jurors at the inquest into the deaths of Princess Diana and Dodi al Fayed must ignore a decade of intense news coverage, books and TV documentaries about the case.
They were also ordered to reveal any connections to the royal family, Mohamed al Fayed and the secret service.
The candidates have been asked to complete a questionnaire to determine whether they have any prejudices or connections which might make them unsuitable.
Reportally eleven jurors will be chosen from a pool of up to 200 people ahead of the start of the long-awaited case next week.
A shortlist of around 20 to 25 candidates will then be drawn up and the final jury will be sworn in on Tuesday when the inquest gets under way in full.
The jurors will be taken to Paris in the second week of the case to see the site of the fatal crash.
Primary School Nail Bomb, Suspect Arrested
The nail bomb attack outside a primary school in Liverpool. It has now been reported that a man has been arrested in conjunction with the attack. Police have described the nail bomb, which went off minutes before the children finished school as an ‘improvised firework-type device’.
The vehicle the bomb was attached to was a Nissan Micra and belonged to a female teacher. It was parked around 30ft from the windows of the £4,500-a-year public school but fortunately no one was hurt.
A Merseyside Police spokeswoman has revealed
“A 21-year-old man from Huyton, Merseyside, has been arrested on suspicion of causing an explosion.”
The vehicle the bomb was attached to was a Nissan Micra and belonged to a female teacher. It was parked around 30ft from the windows of the £4,500-a-year public school but fortunately no one was hurt.
A Merseyside Police spokeswoman has revealed
“A 21-year-old man from Huyton, Merseyside, has been arrested on suspicion of causing an explosion.”
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Jesus Lizard David Yow is back with a new band
Yow can go back to his regular gig: bringing the rock.
He’s in a new band (Qui) with a new album (“Love’s Miracle”) and a tour that brings the Los Angeles-based trio to the Empty Bottle on Friday.
It’s Yow’s first rock gig since the Jesus Lizard, one of Chicago’s best bands ever, broke up nearly a decade ago.
“After the Jesus Lizard broke up, I was done,” Yow says. “I didn’t want to be in a band where I just repeat myself.”
Four years ago, he moved to Los Angeles to work as a computer-graphics artist.
But hanging out with Qui --- drummer-vocalist Paul Christensen and guitarist-vocalist Matt Cronk --- changed his mind. Though 17 years younger than the 47-year-old Yow, Christensen and Cronk shared similar tastes in music (nasty) and humor (twisted). It didn’t hurt that Christensen and Cronk were big Jesus Lizard fans, and they invited Yow to join them on stage at shows around L.A. After a while, the part-time trio morphed into a full-time band.
“We did a show in Hollywood last year and afterward it became apparent that I was in the band,” Yow says. “I was really enjoying playing with these guys, because they were teaching me new tricks.”
The new tricks included three-part harmonies, something Yow had never attempted before. “Love’s Miracle” leaves plenty of room for Yow’s deranged vocal spew, but it also showcases a newfound appreciation for melody on “New Orleans” and “A # 1.” Astute covers of Capt. Beefheart’s “Willie the Pimp” and Pink Floyd’s “Echoes” further expand the band’s range.
Christensen and Cronk had been playing together since 2000, and they’re fierce musicians. But when Yow joined in 2006 the band’s profile exponentially increased. Two respected indie labels, Ipecac and Touch & Go, vied to released “Love’s Miracle,” with Ipecac eventually winning out
“We were having a speaker-phone conversation with one of the guys at Ipecac, who told us we were in a no-lose situation trying to decide between two really good labels,” Yow says. “And when we got off the phone, Matt was almost in tears. He said, ‘Can’t lose! My whole life has been a can’t-win situation. I don’t know what to do.’ And then just a couple of months ago we toured Europe. It was the first time Matt and Paul had ever been out of the country, and I had to keep telling myself not to act like some dorky tour guide.”
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He’s in a new band (Qui) with a new album (“Love’s Miracle”) and a tour that brings the Los Angeles-based trio to the Empty Bottle on Friday.
It’s Yow’s first rock gig since the Jesus Lizard, one of Chicago’s best bands ever, broke up nearly a decade ago.
“After the Jesus Lizard broke up, I was done,” Yow says. “I didn’t want to be in a band where I just repeat myself.”
Four years ago, he moved to Los Angeles to work as a computer-graphics artist.
But hanging out with Qui --- drummer-vocalist Paul Christensen and guitarist-vocalist Matt Cronk --- changed his mind. Though 17 years younger than the 47-year-old Yow, Christensen and Cronk shared similar tastes in music (nasty) and humor (twisted). It didn’t hurt that Christensen and Cronk were big Jesus Lizard fans, and they invited Yow to join them on stage at shows around L.A. After a while, the part-time trio morphed into a full-time band.
“We did a show in Hollywood last year and afterward it became apparent that I was in the band,” Yow says. “I was really enjoying playing with these guys, because they were teaching me new tricks.”
The new tricks included three-part harmonies, something Yow had never attempted before. “Love’s Miracle” leaves plenty of room for Yow’s deranged vocal spew, but it also showcases a newfound appreciation for melody on “New Orleans” and “A # 1.” Astute covers of Capt. Beefheart’s “Willie the Pimp” and Pink Floyd’s “Echoes” further expand the band’s range.
Christensen and Cronk had been playing together since 2000, and they’re fierce musicians. But when Yow joined in 2006 the band’s profile exponentially increased. Two respected indie labels, Ipecac and Touch & Go, vied to released “Love’s Miracle,” with Ipecac eventually winning out
“We were having a speaker-phone conversation with one of the guys at Ipecac, who told us we were in a no-lose situation trying to decide between two really good labels,” Yow says. “And when we got off the phone, Matt was almost in tears. He said, ‘Can’t lose! My whole life has been a can’t-win situation. I don’t know what to do.’ And then just a couple of months ago we toured Europe. It was the first time Matt and Paul had ever been out of the country, and I had to keep telling myself not to act like some dorky tour guide.”
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Melbourne against WorkChoices
Up to 20,000 people have protested against the Australian governments industrial relations legislation in central Melbourne today. Protestors, including children wearing hardhats and holding anti-Work Choices signs, blocked traffic for more than two hours.
Victorian Trades Hall Council secretary Brian Boyd linked the WorkChoices legislation to the upcoming election. “The key thing we have to do is make sure that John Howard is not re-elected, that is our number one task over the next coming weeks and months," he said.
"As the workers' kids leave school, they're getting ripped off straight away by AWA (Australian Workplace Agreement) individual contracts - that's what we've found out over the last 12 months," Mr Boyd added.
Employers were warned before the protests that they should not pay employees who took time off work to attend.
Politicians of all parties were notably absent, keeping their distance from union activity as the build-up to the federal government election intensifies.
Victorian Trades Hall Council secretary Brian Boyd linked the WorkChoices legislation to the upcoming election. “The key thing we have to do is make sure that John Howard is not re-elected, that is our number one task over the next coming weeks and months," he said.
"As the workers' kids leave school, they're getting ripped off straight away by AWA (Australian Workplace Agreement) individual contracts - that's what we've found out over the last 12 months," Mr Boyd added.
Employers were warned before the protests that they should not pay employees who took time off work to attend.
Politicians of all parties were notably absent, keeping their distance from union activity as the build-up to the federal government election intensifies.
Burmese (Myanmar) police have beaten up to 700 protesters with batons
AFP reported that only monks were allowed to enter the pagoda, and Reuters has quoted witnesses as saying that tear gas was used to disperse the monks.
Some monks were taken away by police in trucks. This is the first time that Burmese security forces have used violence against the protests, which are now in their ninth day.
Burmese authorities have imposed a curfew from dusk until dawn, and have also banned public gatherings of more than five people. Troops and riot police have begun taking positions near monasteries, opposition party headquarters, and the house of pro-democracy activist Aung San Suu Kyi.
Comedian Zaganar was arrested at his home overnight. He has previously spoken publically in support of the protests.
The Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Alexander Downer, announced earlier today that the Australian government is following events in Burma closely, and urged the Burmese government to show restraint. He also called for the respect of "the legitimate right of Burmese citizens to peaceful protest."
Some monks were taken away by police in trucks. This is the first time that Burmese security forces have used violence against the protests, which are now in their ninth day.
Burmese authorities have imposed a curfew from dusk until dawn, and have also banned public gatherings of more than five people. Troops and riot police have begun taking positions near monasteries, opposition party headquarters, and the house of pro-democracy activist Aung San Suu Kyi.
Comedian Zaganar was arrested at his home overnight. He has previously spoken publically in support of the protests.
The Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Alexander Downer, announced earlier today that the Australian government is following events in Burma closely, and urged the Burmese government to show restraint. He also called for the respect of "the legitimate right of Burmese citizens to peaceful protest."
Australian government support for Burmese protests
The Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Alexander Downer, has announced that the Australian government is following events in Burma closely, and urged the Burmese government to show restraint. He also called for the respect of "the legitimate right of Burmese citizens to peaceful protest."
The Minister also called for the release of political prisoners. "The continued detention of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and over one thousand political prisoners is unacceptable. I repeat calls for the Burmese regime to release Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and all other political prisoners immediately and unconditionally," he said in a media release.
Greens Senator Bob Brown criticised the Australian government, accusing them of hypocrisy over the issue of Burma. “Alexander Downer’s fear that the military will subject the pro-democracy protest leaders to ‘very harsh treatment’ is in absurd contrast with the Howard government’s twin policies of training the Burmese military and keeping open unrestricted trade," he said in a media release.
The Minister also called for the release of political prisoners. "The continued detention of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and over one thousand political prisoners is unacceptable. I repeat calls for the Burmese regime to release Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and all other political prisoners immediately and unconditionally," he said in a media release.
Greens Senator Bob Brown criticised the Australian government, accusing them of hypocrisy over the issue of Burma. “Alexander Downer’s fear that the military will subject the pro-democracy protest leaders to ‘very harsh treatment’ is in absurd contrast with the Howard government’s twin policies of training the Burmese military and keeping open unrestricted trade," he said in a media release.
Demonoid.com shut down
Demonoid, a popular semi-private torrent tracker, is reported to have been shut down by the Canadian Recording Industry Association (CRIA). This is the latest in many shutdowns of peer-to-peer websites by anti-piracy groups. Earlier this week, trackers Torrentbox and Podtropolis were disabled for visitors in the United States due to a law suit by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA).
Demonoid is one of the largest torrent trackers on the internet, second only to The Pirate Bay, and tracks over a million torrent files. The site has recently moved its servers from the Netherlands to Canada in June after a Dutch piracy group BREIN subpoenaed Demonoid's ISP, demanding that the site be taken offline.
The site founder and administrator Deimos has not commented yet regarding the shutdown. Both the tracker and the website are inaccessible as of September 26 at 0700 UTC.
Demonoid is one of the largest torrent trackers on the internet, second only to The Pirate Bay, and tracks over a million torrent files. The site has recently moved its servers from the Netherlands to Canada in June after a Dutch piracy group BREIN subpoenaed Demonoid's ISP, demanding that the site be taken offline.
The site founder and administrator Deimos has not commented yet regarding the shutdown. Both the tracker and the website are inaccessible as of September 26 at 0700 UTC.
Top Headline
* A photo possibly showing missing Madeleine McCann in Morocco is being examined by British experts. (Sky News)
* The new Prime Minister of Japan Yasuo Fukuda is sworn into office with his Cabinet. (AFP)
* The United Automobile Workers announces a tentative agreement with General Motors ending a two day strike. (Associated Press via Fox News)
* A bridge under construction over the Hau River in Can Tho, Vietnam collapses leading to the loss of at least 60 workers with about 100 more missing. (Fox News), (Reuters via ABC News Australia)
* 2007 Burmese anti-government protests:
o Up to five Buddhist monks are killed (Sky News)
o Burmese police baton-charge a crowd of 700 anti-junta protestors including Buddhist monks and students. (AFP and ABC News Australia)
o Win Nang, a pro-democracy activist, is arrested. (AFP via News Limited)
* The India national cricket team starts a victory parade in Mumbai after winning the inaugural 2007 ICC World Twenty20. (BBC)
* The United Nations Security Council approves the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad. (ReliefWeb)
* Mount Ruapehu erupts in New Zealand leading to the evacuation of fifty people. (News Limited)
* Sotheby's announces that it will auction an early version of the Magna Carta. (CNN)
* The Parliament of Lebanon adjourns a session to elect a new President of Lebanon until 23 October 2007. (BBC)
* 2007 Burmese anti-government protests:
o Approximately 20,000 people led by 2000 Buddhist monks begin another protest in Yangon despite threats by the Burmese junta. (AAP via News Limited)
o Hundreds of soldiers and riot police enter Yangon in an attempt to end the demonstrations (AFP) (Reuters)
o Myanmar's junta places dusk-till-dawn curfews on the country's two largest cities, Yangon and Mandalay. (AFP)
* The House of Representatives of Japan elects Yasuo Fukuda as the new Prime Minister of Japan. (CNN)
* The Supreme Court of Indonesia rejects the final appeals of Imam Samudra and Mukhlas, two men sentenced to death for their roles in the 2002 Bali bombings. (BBC)
* 73,000 United Auto Workers union workers go on strike against General Motors, the first general strike against the company in 37 years. Talks between the parties continued. (CNN)
* Warren Jeffs, leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, is found guilty of two counts of rape. (Fox)
* In his speech to the United Nations General Assembly, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reiterates his assertion that his county's nuclear program has been "peaceful and transparent" and criticizes the "illegal" UN sanctions imposed by "arrogant" members of the UN Security Council. (BBC), (CNN)
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* The new Prime Minister of Japan Yasuo Fukuda is sworn into office with his Cabinet. (AFP)
* The United Automobile Workers announces a tentative agreement with General Motors ending a two day strike. (Associated Press via Fox News)
* A bridge under construction over the Hau River in Can Tho, Vietnam collapses leading to the loss of at least 60 workers with about 100 more missing. (Fox News), (Reuters via ABC News Australia)
* 2007 Burmese anti-government protests:
o Up to five Buddhist monks are killed (Sky News)
o Burmese police baton-charge a crowd of 700 anti-junta protestors including Buddhist monks and students. (AFP and ABC News Australia)
o Win Nang, a pro-democracy activist, is arrested. (AFP via News Limited)
* The India national cricket team starts a victory parade in Mumbai after winning the inaugural 2007 ICC World Twenty20. (BBC)
* The United Nations Security Council approves the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad. (ReliefWeb)
* Mount Ruapehu erupts in New Zealand leading to the evacuation of fifty people. (News Limited)
* Sotheby's announces that it will auction an early version of the Magna Carta. (CNN)
* The Parliament of Lebanon adjourns a session to elect a new President of Lebanon until 23 October 2007. (BBC)
* 2007 Burmese anti-government protests:
o Approximately 20,000 people led by 2000 Buddhist monks begin another protest in Yangon despite threats by the Burmese junta. (AAP via News Limited)
o Hundreds of soldiers and riot police enter Yangon in an attempt to end the demonstrations (AFP) (Reuters)
o Myanmar's junta places dusk-till-dawn curfews on the country's two largest cities, Yangon and Mandalay. (AFP)
* The House of Representatives of Japan elects Yasuo Fukuda as the new Prime Minister of Japan. (CNN)
* The Supreme Court of Indonesia rejects the final appeals of Imam Samudra and Mukhlas, two men sentenced to death for their roles in the 2002 Bali bombings. (BBC)
* 73,000 United Auto Workers union workers go on strike against General Motors, the first general strike against the company in 37 years. Talks between the parties continued. (CNN)
* Warren Jeffs, leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, is found guilty of two counts of rape. (Fox)
* In his speech to the United Nations General Assembly, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reiterates his assertion that his county's nuclear program has been "peaceful and transparent" and criticizes the "illegal" UN sanctions imposed by "arrogant" members of the UN Security Council. (BBC), (CNN)
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Australian Greens have attacked the governments green energy targets
Prime Minister John Howard announced the national targets yesterday, requiring that by 2020, 30,000 gigawatt hours of electricity each year comes from low emissions sources. The Greens claim that the targets do not go far enough. “John Howard’s 15% ‘clean’ target by 2020 is too little, too late,” said Greens Senate candidate for South Australia, Sarah Hanson-Young.
The Greens also claim that the inclusion of clean coal technology in the definition of "green energy" is misleading. “Howard’s spin doctors have been at it again. The target is misleading – it includes the unproven ‘clean coal’ technology, so the proportion of genuine clean, renewable energy generated is far less than we are led to believe," Ms Hanson-Young said.
The clean energy target is part of the governments $3.5 billion climate change strategy.
The Greens also claim that the inclusion of clean coal technology in the definition of "green energy" is misleading. “Howard’s spin doctors have been at it again. The target is misleading – it includes the unproven ‘clean coal’ technology, so the proportion of genuine clean, renewable energy generated is far less than we are led to believe," Ms Hanson-Young said.
The clean energy target is part of the governments $3.5 billion climate change strategy.
Laurie Oakes claims Aussie PM's Dept. smeared own MP
Australian political journalist Laurie Oakes has claimed that the Prime Minister's Department smeared one of its own ministers by leaking a personal and possibly embarrassing "fact sheet" on him. "I'm interested in this, you see, because I've been fed the same allegations about this minister, and they were fed to me by a Liberal," Oakes said.
The Labor Party has maintained for some time, and deputy opposition leader Julia Gillard reiterated, that the Government runs a "dirt unit" where they use public funds to dig up personal information in an attempt to harm politicians and members of the public whom they disagree with.
A report in News Ltd papers on Sunday said the "fact sheet" claims the unnamed Liberal Party Minister, who is married with children, sexually harasses other males in political circles and is rumoured to be sleeping with one of his staff members in Canberra.
Veteran political journalist from the Nine Network Laurie Oakes says the Liberal Party is behind the "fact sheet" about a Howard Government minister who visits gay bathhouses and harasses other men.
News Ltd journalist Glenn Milne's report on the gay accusations said the fact sheet on the minister was not being circulated by the Labor Party. According to Crikey “Glenn Milne got his gay smears documents from the Prime Minister’s press secretary Tony O’Leary, who was hawking it about as an example of "Labor dirt".”
The Labor Party has maintained for some time, and deputy opposition leader Julia Gillard reiterated, that the Government runs a "dirt unit" where they use public funds to dig up personal information in an attempt to harm politicians and members of the public whom they disagree with.
A report in News Ltd papers on Sunday said the "fact sheet" claims the unnamed Liberal Party Minister, who is married with children, sexually harasses other males in political circles and is rumoured to be sleeping with one of his staff members in Canberra.
Veteran political journalist from the Nine Network Laurie Oakes says the Liberal Party is behind the "fact sheet" about a Howard Government minister who visits gay bathhouses and harasses other men.
News Ltd journalist Glenn Milne's report on the gay accusations said the fact sheet on the minister was not being circulated by the Labor Party. According to Crikey “Glenn Milne got his gay smears documents from the Prime Minister’s press secretary Tony O’Leary, who was hawking it about as an example of "Labor dirt".”
Tom Szymanski the lovable weather guy was fired Monday night
Tom Szymanski, was the weatherman for KVLY-TV 11 for 15 years, was informed after his final 10 p.m. newscast that he was fired.
Tom Szymanski will be missed but he will get a job really quick we all love him, said James White. It seems that Tom Szymanski is truly loved by his fans, it was a mixture of shock and frustration when these fans found out that Tom Szymanski was fired.
Tom Szymanski said he was surprised to be fired, but had no hard feelings. “I’m not the first guy it’s happened to and I’m certainly not going to be the last,” he said. Tom Szymanski is a classy guy.
Tom Szymanski will be missed but he will get a job really quick we all love him, said James White. It seems that Tom Szymanski is truly loved by his fans, it was a mixture of shock and frustration when these fans found out that Tom Szymanski was fired.
Tom Szymanski said he was surprised to be fired, but had no hard feelings. “I’m not the first guy it’s happened to and I’m certainly not going to be the last,” he said. Tom Szymanski is a classy guy.
Elissa Wall has to be extremely happy and proud of herself
Elissa Wall might end up putting Warren Steed Jeffs in jail for life, his sentencing will be in October.
Elissa Wall was made to marry her cousin who was 19 and Elissa Wall 14, the meat of the case is that Elissa Wall was raped and forced to a relationship she did not consent or had the age to dos so.
Prosecutors charged Jeffs pressured a Elissa Wall a 14-year-old girl to marry her cousin despite her objections. He had been a school headmaster and was the son of the sect’s previous prophet, Rulon Jeffs, who died in 2002.
Elissa Wall says she never considered requesting to drop the charges or recanting her story, according to Elissa Wall every minute she was in that relationship she was against her will.
Elissa Wall was made to marry her cousin who was 19 and Elissa Wall 14, the meat of the case is that Elissa Wall was raped and forced to a relationship she did not consent or had the age to dos so.
Prosecutors charged Jeffs pressured a Elissa Wall a 14-year-old girl to marry her cousin despite her objections. He had been a school headmaster and was the son of the sect’s previous prophet, Rulon Jeffs, who died in 2002.
Elissa Wall says she never considered requesting to drop the charges or recanting her story, according to Elissa Wall every minute she was in that relationship she was against her will.
Burma has become a bloodshed
The AFP news agency also reported officials as saying that at least three monks had died in Burma, including one who was shot as he tried to take a firearm from a soldier. The agency also reported officials as saying that two other monks had been beaten to death in Burma.
A protester who was not a monk had died after being shot, it quoted Yangon General Hospital as saying. It is not known if these fatalities are the same as those reported by the Democratic Voice of Burma and the National Council of the Union of Burma.
Burma, unofficially the Union of Myanmar is the largest country by geographical area in mainland Southeast Asia. Burma achieved independence from the United Kingdom on 4 January 1948 as the “Union of Burma”. It became the “Socialist Republic of the Union of Burma” on 4 January 1974, before reverting to the “Union of Burma” on 23 September 1988. On 18 June 1989, the State Law and Order Restoration Council adopted the name “Union of Myanmar”. This was recognized by the United Nations.
Burma is bordered by the People’s Republic of China on the north, Laos on the east, Thailand on the southeast, Bangladesh on the west, and India on the northwest, with the Andaman Sea to the south, and the Bay of Bengal to the southwest. One-third of Myanmar’s total perimeter, 1,930 kilometres (1,199 mi), forms an uninterrupted coastline.
On September 24, 2007, 20,000 monks and nuns (the largest protest in 20 years) marched at the golden Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon. On Monday, 30,000 people led by 20,000 monks marched from Shwedagon Pagoda and past the offices of the opposition National League for Democracy (NLD) party.
Myanmar’s comedian Zaganar and star Kyaw Thu brought food and water to the monks. On Saturday, monks marched to greet Aung San Suu Kyi, who is under house arrest. On Sunday, about 150 nuns joined the marchers. By this time, the marchers’ numbers had swelled to 100,000 protesters. The march covered 5 miles in the first few hours, passing Rangoon University) to Sule Pagoda and past the U.S. Embassy, inter alia, with 100 white-robed nuns.
Condoleezza Rice said the Bush administration was watching the situation “very carefully” – she said the people of Myanmar “deserve a life to be able to live in freedom, just as everyone does.” On September 25, 2007, 2,000 Buddhist monks and supporters defied threats from Burma’s junta. They marched to Rangoon streets at Shwedagon Pagoda amid army trucks and warning of Brigadier-General Thura Myint Maung not violate Buddhist “rules and regulations.
A protester who was not a monk had died after being shot, it quoted Yangon General Hospital as saying. It is not known if these fatalities are the same as those reported by the Democratic Voice of Burma and the National Council of the Union of Burma.
Burma, unofficially the Union of Myanmar is the largest country by geographical area in mainland Southeast Asia. Burma achieved independence from the United Kingdom on 4 January 1948 as the “Union of Burma”. It became the “Socialist Republic of the Union of Burma” on 4 January 1974, before reverting to the “Union of Burma” on 23 September 1988. On 18 June 1989, the State Law and Order Restoration Council adopted the name “Union of Myanmar”. This was recognized by the United Nations.
Burma is bordered by the People’s Republic of China on the north, Laos on the east, Thailand on the southeast, Bangladesh on the west, and India on the northwest, with the Andaman Sea to the south, and the Bay of Bengal to the southwest. One-third of Myanmar’s total perimeter, 1,930 kilometres (1,199 mi), forms an uninterrupted coastline.
On September 24, 2007, 20,000 monks and nuns (the largest protest in 20 years) marched at the golden Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon. On Monday, 30,000 people led by 20,000 monks marched from Shwedagon Pagoda and past the offices of the opposition National League for Democracy (NLD) party.
Myanmar’s comedian Zaganar and star Kyaw Thu brought food and water to the monks. On Saturday, monks marched to greet Aung San Suu Kyi, who is under house arrest. On Sunday, about 150 nuns joined the marchers. By this time, the marchers’ numbers had swelled to 100,000 protesters. The march covered 5 miles in the first few hours, passing Rangoon University) to Sule Pagoda and past the U.S. Embassy, inter alia, with 100 white-robed nuns.
Condoleezza Rice said the Bush administration was watching the situation “very carefully” – she said the people of Myanmar “deserve a life to be able to live in freedom, just as everyone does.” On September 25, 2007, 2,000 Buddhist monks and supporters defied threats from Burma’s junta. They marched to Rangoon streets at Shwedagon Pagoda amid army trucks and warning of Brigadier-General Thura Myint Maung not violate Buddhist “rules and regulations.
Layla Dietz, Coast Guard said they found a body
Yesterday the Coast Guard said they found a body which has not been identified but the speculation is that it might be Layla Dietz.
Layla Dietz is a 30 year old Grosse Pointe Farms woman who disappeared from the yacht club about 1 a.m. Sunday.
The cops say that someone said they saw Layla Dietz sitting on the dock at the yacht club early Sunday. And her sister says she talked on the cell with Layla Dietz about 15 minutes later.
The scary thing is her sister says Layla Dietz started to talk to someone and then the line just went dead.
Layla Dietz is a mother of a 7 year old boy. Layla Dietz is white, 5 feet 4 inches tall, 130 pounds with brown hair and green eyes. She has a sun tattoo on her right big toe and was last seen wearing a cream-colored top and red suede skirt.
Detroit Police Department’s Eastern District will take over the investigation.
Anyone with information can call the detective bureau at 313-596-5940.
Layla Dietz is a 30 year old Grosse Pointe Farms woman who disappeared from the yacht club about 1 a.m. Sunday.
The cops say that someone said they saw Layla Dietz sitting on the dock at the yacht club early Sunday. And her sister says she talked on the cell with Layla Dietz about 15 minutes later.
The scary thing is her sister says Layla Dietz started to talk to someone and then the line just went dead.
Layla Dietz is a mother of a 7 year old boy. Layla Dietz is white, 5 feet 4 inches tall, 130 pounds with brown hair and green eyes. She has a sun tattoo on her right big toe and was last seen wearing a cream-colored top and red suede skirt.
Detroit Police Department’s Eastern District will take over the investigation.
Anyone with information can call the detective bureau at 313-596-5940.
Avoid Fungus During Summer
Gardening tips for pruning
As we discussed in the introduction, pruning plays an important role in the garden maintenance. If you commit any mistake while pruning, don’t lose your heart because it’s like a bad haircut, it is going to grow again.
Avoid watering in the evening
During summer, you may experience high humidity, which might result in lot of problems in your garden. To get your plants nice and dry, tuck them in for night. In addition to this watering in the evening may be avoided to prevent damage to the plants.
Get rid of Powdery mildew
Powdery mildew is the common fungus mostly affects your ornamental plants. This will create white film on the leaves of the plants in your garden. Even other ornamental plants such as Sand cherry and Dogwoods are also getting affected with this fungus. Efficient gardening is necessary to curtail the growth of this fungus. You can easily prevent this by spraying general fungicide in the garden center.
Prevention of Pythium Blight
If you’re in the north and also having perennial Rye grass, then you ought to be very careful not to leave your grass wet at night. A dreadful fungus called Pythium Blight may take its upper hand, if you leave your lawn wet in the night because this fungus love to grow in high humid condition mostly, in the night.
Pythium blight can easily be seen in the early morning. You can easily appreciate the fungus on the top of the lawn as white cotton candy. You can easily notice this fungus mainly along driveways and walks, where the soil is moist. Pythium blight can easily be controlled by watering in the day at the earliest possible time.
Fire Blight
Fire Blight, yet another culprit prefers to grow well during summer than any other season. This fungus prefers to attack Pyracantha, cotoneasters, crabapple trees, and Apple trees. The presence of Fire Blight can easily be visualized once the any one of the branches of the plant turns red and dies. This Fire Blight can be prevented little by pruning the affected branch and removing it from the main plant as far as possible.
It is also important that the cut branches should be burnt since Fire Blight is contagious and also wash or dip the projected shears by using alcohol in order to prevent the spread of the deadly fungus to other parts of the branch.
As we discussed in the introduction, pruning plays an important role in the garden maintenance. If you commit any mistake while pruning, don’t lose your heart because it’s like a bad haircut, it is going to grow again.
Avoid watering in the evening
During summer, you may experience high humidity, which might result in lot of problems in your garden. To get your plants nice and dry, tuck them in for night. In addition to this watering in the evening may be avoided to prevent damage to the plants.
Get rid of Powdery mildew
Powdery mildew is the common fungus mostly affects your ornamental plants. This will create white film on the leaves of the plants in your garden. Even other ornamental plants such as Sand cherry and Dogwoods are also getting affected with this fungus. Efficient gardening is necessary to curtail the growth of this fungus. You can easily prevent this by spraying general fungicide in the garden center.
Prevention of Pythium Blight
If you’re in the north and also having perennial Rye grass, then you ought to be very careful not to leave your grass wet at night. A dreadful fungus called Pythium Blight may take its upper hand, if you leave your lawn wet in the night because this fungus love to grow in high humid condition mostly, in the night.
Pythium blight can easily be seen in the early morning. You can easily appreciate the fungus on the top of the lawn as white cotton candy. You can easily notice this fungus mainly along driveways and walks, where the soil is moist. Pythium blight can easily be controlled by watering in the day at the earliest possible time.
Fire Blight
Fire Blight, yet another culprit prefers to grow well during summer than any other season. This fungus prefers to attack Pyracantha, cotoneasters, crabapple trees, and Apple trees. The presence of Fire Blight can easily be visualized once the any one of the branches of the plant turns red and dies. This Fire Blight can be prevented little by pruning the affected branch and removing it from the main plant as far as possible.
It is also important that the cut branches should be burnt since Fire Blight is contagious and also wash or dip the projected shears by using alcohol in order to prevent the spread of the deadly fungus to other parts of the branch.
Warren G. Shurtz caught hiring someone to break his wife’s jaw and ribs
Warren G. Shurtz is heard telling an undercover detective he thought was a friend of a fellow county jail inmate, “I just want, I want her, you know, I just want her fucking jaw fucking wired shut “
Warren G. Shurtz admitted to the crime in Platte County Circuit Court on Monday, Warren G. Shurtz pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit first-degree assault, and faces up to 15 years in prison.
Warren G. Shurtz had originally tried to hire the inmate to assault his wife and burn her parents’ house, according to the prosecutor, and the inmate told authorities of the plot. Warren G. Shurtz then agreed to pay the detective $1,000 to beat the shit out of his wife ..
Warren G. Shurtz admitted to the crime in Platte County Circuit Court on Monday, Warren G. Shurtz pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit first-degree assault, and faces up to 15 years in prison.
Warren G. Shurtz had originally tried to hire the inmate to assault his wife and burn her parents’ house, according to the prosecutor, and the inmate told authorities of the plot. Warren G. Shurtz then agreed to pay the detective $1,000 to beat the shit out of his wife ..
What is a Heart Monitor?
Known as a cardiac monitor, a heart monitor is a piece of electronic equipment that can be used to track or observe heart functions continuously. It allows people to place a numerical value on their healthiness based on their heart rate and have a target heart rate to work for. The more complex versions of the heart monitor allow physicians to see any signs of deterioration or improvement and make the necessary adjustments immediately.
Types of Heart Monitors
Today, heart monitors are produced by the millions and designed to cater specific types of individuals. Some heart monitors are primarily designed for weight loss programs while others are meant for the use of athletes or fitness programs. Some are wireless or come as a built-in feature of exercise equipment like a treadmill or an exercise bike. It can be strapped to your wrist or of considerable size. It may or may not emit any electromagnetic waves, depending on its purpose. A fetal heart monitor, for instance, must not produce any waves at all as this may affect the health of the baby.
Factors on Selecting the Best Heart Monitor for You
ECG-Accurate Monitors with Chest Straps – Heart monitors that come with chest straps are more often not the most accurate of heart monitors. The chest strap is strapped around your chest, a few centimeters below your breast. It contains a device that’s able to detect electrical activity of your heart and transmit it to the brain of the machine – just like an ECG. The results are shown on the display monitor, which most of the times is attached to your wrist like a watch. Others however prefer results to be transmitted through audio messages via earphones.
Upon choosing heart monitors with chest straps, you need to remember to keep the strap constantly connected to your body lest you want the heart monitor to produce inaccurate readings.
Lastly, the only alternative against buying heart monitors with chest straps are the ones that rely on pulses on your fingertips. These however do not provide readings as accurate as those with chest straps.
Heart Monitor Features – Basic and lower end models tend to display only your heart rate and maybe the elapsed exercise time as well. This of course does not provide sufficient information if you want to know exactly how much you need to improve before you can be qualified as a completely healthy individual. Higher end models will naturally offer a wider range of features – for a price. Examples of such features are – but not limited to – heart rate zone alarms, timers and number of calories burned. It may also allow users to set pre-programmed workouts along with a targeted heart rate.
Ease of Use – Lastly, you must purchase a heart rate monitor that you will have no problems of using. What good would a high end heart monitor do if it takes you an hour to operate it? Are the numbers and words appearing in the heart rate monitor readable? Can it be used in no-light situations? Are buttons well-labeled and ergonomically positioned?
Types of Heart Monitors
Today, heart monitors are produced by the millions and designed to cater specific types of individuals. Some heart monitors are primarily designed for weight loss programs while others are meant for the use of athletes or fitness programs. Some are wireless or come as a built-in feature of exercise equipment like a treadmill or an exercise bike. It can be strapped to your wrist or of considerable size. It may or may not emit any electromagnetic waves, depending on its purpose. A fetal heart monitor, for instance, must not produce any waves at all as this may affect the health of the baby.
Factors on Selecting the Best Heart Monitor for You
ECG-Accurate Monitors with Chest Straps – Heart monitors that come with chest straps are more often not the most accurate of heart monitors. The chest strap is strapped around your chest, a few centimeters below your breast. It contains a device that’s able to detect electrical activity of your heart and transmit it to the brain of the machine – just like an ECG. The results are shown on the display monitor, which most of the times is attached to your wrist like a watch. Others however prefer results to be transmitted through audio messages via earphones.
Upon choosing heart monitors with chest straps, you need to remember to keep the strap constantly connected to your body lest you want the heart monitor to produce inaccurate readings.
Lastly, the only alternative against buying heart monitors with chest straps are the ones that rely on pulses on your fingertips. These however do not provide readings as accurate as those with chest straps.
Heart Monitor Features – Basic and lower end models tend to display only your heart rate and maybe the elapsed exercise time as well. This of course does not provide sufficient information if you want to know exactly how much you need to improve before you can be qualified as a completely healthy individual. Higher end models will naturally offer a wider range of features – for a price. Examples of such features are – but not limited to – heart rate zone alarms, timers and number of calories burned. It may also allow users to set pre-programmed workouts along with a targeted heart rate.
Ease of Use – Lastly, you must purchase a heart rate monitor that you will have no problems of using. What good would a high end heart monitor do if it takes you an hour to operate it? Are the numbers and words appearing in the heart rate monitor readable? Can it be used in no-light situations? Are buttons well-labeled and ergonomically positioned?
James Woods, Nicole Simpson wanted to have sex with him
James Woods is just a great actor period, but here is also no doubt that James Woods is just a weird dude, so really how can we even put a grain of truth to this.
James Woods has had a long history of not only saying weird shit but has had really weird behavior in the past, what makes it incredible is this is the same guy that plays Shark. The sad part is that James Woods story does also mix with stories that came out at the trial about Nicole Simpson and after the trial stories that have been circulating about OJ Simpson’s weird sexual behavior.
The way I look at it is James Woods new season with Shark is coming up so what better way to just rock the media than claim some outrages shit like Nicole Simpson wanting to sleep with James Woods.
James Woods has had a long history of not only saying weird shit but has had really weird behavior in the past, what makes it incredible is this is the same guy that plays Shark. The sad part is that James Woods story does also mix with stories that came out at the trial about Nicole Simpson and after the trial stories that have been circulating about OJ Simpson’s weird sexual behavior.
The way I look at it is James Woods new season with Shark is coming up so what better way to just rock the media than claim some outrages shit like Nicole Simpson wanting to sleep with James Woods.
Cory Hardrict, just awaiting his big shot
Cory Hardrict has right now 5 projects in production, but Cory Hardrict just needs one A list production to break ground.
Cory Hardrict is part of Live 2 Tell a movie which the screenplay was written by Tupac Shakur, for Cory Hardrict this might be just that vehicle that drives him to become a full star.
Cory Hardrict began his acting career in high school. Cory Hardrict having done school plays, print ads, commercials and TV movies locally, Cory Hardrict knew he was ready for the big time. So with a tearful promise to his ill mother and the acting bug in his veins, he set off with $150 for California.
Cory Hardrict is a young, brave and talented gentleman, given the opportunity I have no doubt Cory Hardrict will be a name to remember.
Cory Hardrict is part of Live 2 Tell a movie which the screenplay was written by Tupac Shakur, for Cory Hardrict this might be just that vehicle that drives him to become a full star.
Cory Hardrict began his acting career in high school. Cory Hardrict having done school plays, print ads, commercials and TV movies locally, Cory Hardrict knew he was ready for the big time. So with a tearful promise to his ill mother and the acting bug in his veins, he set off with $150 for California.
Cory Hardrict is a young, brave and talented gentleman, given the opportunity I have no doubt Cory Hardrict will be a name to remember.
Skier Tommy Moe also grabbed the silver
Skier Tommy Moe also grabbed the silver in Super G on his 24th birthday in Lillehammer.
It’s taken skier Tommy Moe two seasons to rehabilitate an injury to his right knee, but he feels strong, healthy and is ready to compete with the world’s finest in high-speed skiing in Nagano.
Moe consistently placed within the top five downhill and Super G World Cups prior to his injury. Moe will need to rustle up some of that Olympic racing spirit for a shot at another Lillehammer performance.
It’s taken skier Tommy Moe two seasons to rehabilitate an injury to his right knee, but he feels strong, healthy and is ready to compete with the world’s finest in high-speed skiing in Nagano.
Moe consistently placed within the top five downhill and Super G World Cups prior to his injury. Moe will need to rustle up some of that Olympic racing spirit for a shot at another Lillehammer performance.
Nike Air Native N7 shoe marks another milestone
The Nike Air Native N7 shoe marks another milestone in Nike's long-standing commitment to Native American communities. Profits from the sale of the Nike Air Native N7 will support "Let Me Play" programs on Native American lands that leverage sport to promote an active and healthy lifestyle.
The Nike Air Native N7 shoe also embraces Nike's Considered design ethos, where details in the development and design of the shoe are geared to deliver sustainable innovation and reduce waste, without compromising product performance. The Considered design ethos also honors the traditional Native American Seventh Generation philosophy, an approach that respects the impact of decisions made today on seven generations. The shoe's design draws inspiration directly from Native American culture.
The Nike Air Native N7 shoe and "Let Me Play" programs deepen Nike's long-term commitments to challenge and address some of the specific health and wellness issues that exist within Native American communities. A strong emphasis was placed on providing a performance product that would cater to the specific needs of Native American foot shapes and help provide motivation to Native Americans predisposed to, or suffering from, health issues that can be improved by leading physically active lifestyles.
As well as being built on a new Native specific last, the shoe is constructed from the inside out to ensure significantly improved comfort and fit. This approach results in reduced seams and layering, while the use of performance foams at key points provides additional cushioning in specific areas of the shoe. In combination these elements help to improve overall fit and help wearers to avoid foot irritations caused by ill-fitting footwear. Creating a shoe designed in this way is another step in helping to promote and sustain physical activity and address health issues prevalent within the Native American community.
"Nike is aware of the growing health issues facing Native Americans," explained Sam McCracken, Manager of Nike's Native American Business program. "Through the Nike Air Native N7 we are stepping up our commitment to use our voice on a local, regional and national level to elevate the issue of Native American health and wellness. We believe physical activity can and should be a fundamental part of the health and wellness of all Native Americans."
"The Nike Air Native N7 marks an important moment for us and is a great example of what can be achieved when we challenge ourselves to innovate for a better world," said Mark Parker, President and CEO of Nike, Inc. "This product represents innovation beyond athletic performance, helping to improve Native American communities. It also exemplifies Nike's broader commitment towards sustainable design and community involvement."
The Nike Air Native N7 project has been a true collaboration with the Native American community and key stakeholders engaged in the health and wellness issues surrounding Native American populations. Research has engaged individuals from over 70 tribes as well as consulting podiatrists and members of Indian Health Services and the National Indian Health Board.
"Nike's development of the Nike Air Native N7 comes at a critical time for the health and well-being of the Native American population," said Dr. Rodney Stapp, Chief Executive Officer for the Urban Inter-Tribal Center of Texas, one of 36 urban Indian Health Centers funded by I.H.S. and a consulting podiatrist on the Nike Air Native N7 project. "Today, more than ever, we are faced with rising rates of chronic diseases brought on in large part by overweight and inactivity and for which physical activity is a noted step in the prevention of such diseases. The fact that Nike has been a long-time advocate for physical activity on Native Lands through its Native American Business Program speaks volumes to its true understanding of the growing need to tackle Native American health issues with the positive antidote of movement and sport."
The Nike Air Native N7 is a Nike+ enabled fitness shoe designed for a range of sports and activities. The Nike Air Native N7 will only be available through Nike's Native Business Program as an additional way for Native American communities to provide Nike product incentives at preferential prices to their members through health promotion and disease prevention programs.
ABOUT NIKE, INC.
Based near Beaverton, Oregon, Nike is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned Nike subsidiaries include Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; NIKE Bauer Hockey Inc., a leading designer and distributor of hockey equipment; Cole Haan, which designs, markets, and distributes fine dress and casual shoes and accessories; Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories and Exeter Brands Group LLC, which designs and markets athletic footwear and apparel for the value retail channel.
Let Me Play
Let Me Play -- Nike's new signature community effort -- will expand the company's commitment to sports and physical fitness for youth through the recognition that by playing sports, young people can make themselves, their communities and their world better. In addition to building surfaces for play, Let Me Play provides grants and product donations to support young people in their quest for sport; and it brings volunteers, organizations and decision-makers together to improve opportunities that help youth grow up healthy and active.
The Nike Air Native N7 is the result of nearly two years of collaborative research, development and fit testing in partnership with the American Indian community. The irst-of-a-kind performance shoe was created to address the specific fit and width requirements for the Native American foot.
The Nike Air Native N7 shoe is another part of the Washington County company's commitment to American Indian communities. Profits from the shoe's sale will support the "Let Me Play" sports programs on American Indian land.
"Nike is aware of the growing health issues facing Native Americans," said Sam McCracken, Manager of Nike's Native American Business program. "Through the Nike Air Native N7 we are stepping up our commitment to use our voice on a local, regional and national level to elevate the issue of Native American health and wellness. We believe physical activity can and should be a fundamental part of the health and wellness of all Native Americans."
The Nike Air Native N7 project has been a collaboration with the American Indian community and key stakeholders engaged in the health and wellness issues surrounding American Indian populations. The process also included more than 70 tribes and consulting podiatrists and members of Indian Health Services and the National Indian Health Board.
The Nike Air Native N7 shoe also embraces Nike's Considered design ethos, where details in the development and design of the shoe are geared to deliver sustainable innovation and reduce waste, without compromising product performance. The Considered design ethos also honors the traditional Native American Seventh Generation philosophy, an approach that respects the impact of decisions made today on seven generations. The shoe's design draws inspiration directly from Native American culture.
The Nike Air Native N7 shoe and "Let Me Play" programs deepen Nike's long-term commitments to challenge and address some of the specific health and wellness issues that exist within Native American communities. A strong emphasis was placed on providing a performance product that would cater to the specific needs of Native American foot shapes and help provide motivation to Native Americans predisposed to, or suffering from, health issues that can be improved by leading physically active lifestyles.
As well as being built on a new Native specific last, the shoe is constructed from the inside out to ensure significantly improved comfort and fit. This approach results in reduced seams and layering, while the use of performance foams at key points provides additional cushioning in specific areas of the shoe. In combination these elements help to improve overall fit and help wearers to avoid foot irritations caused by ill-fitting footwear. Creating a shoe designed in this way is another step in helping to promote and sustain physical activity and address health issues prevalent within the Native American community.
"Nike is aware of the growing health issues facing Native Americans," explained Sam McCracken, Manager of Nike's Native American Business program. "Through the Nike Air Native N7 we are stepping up our commitment to use our voice on a local, regional and national level to elevate the issue of Native American health and wellness. We believe physical activity can and should be a fundamental part of the health and wellness of all Native Americans."
"The Nike Air Native N7 marks an important moment for us and is a great example of what can be achieved when we challenge ourselves to innovate for a better world," said Mark Parker, President and CEO of Nike, Inc. "This product represents innovation beyond athletic performance, helping to improve Native American communities. It also exemplifies Nike's broader commitment towards sustainable design and community involvement."
The Nike Air Native N7 project has been a true collaboration with the Native American community and key stakeholders engaged in the health and wellness issues surrounding Native American populations. Research has engaged individuals from over 70 tribes as well as consulting podiatrists and members of Indian Health Services and the National Indian Health Board.
"Nike's development of the Nike Air Native N7 comes at a critical time for the health and well-being of the Native American population," said Dr. Rodney Stapp, Chief Executive Officer for the Urban Inter-Tribal Center of Texas, one of 36 urban Indian Health Centers funded by I.H.S. and a consulting podiatrist on the Nike Air Native N7 project. "Today, more than ever, we are faced with rising rates of chronic diseases brought on in large part by overweight and inactivity and for which physical activity is a noted step in the prevention of such diseases. The fact that Nike has been a long-time advocate for physical activity on Native Lands through its Native American Business Program speaks volumes to its true understanding of the growing need to tackle Native American health issues with the positive antidote of movement and sport."
The Nike Air Native N7 is a Nike+ enabled fitness shoe designed for a range of sports and activities. The Nike Air Native N7 will only be available through Nike's Native Business Program as an additional way for Native American communities to provide Nike product incentives at preferential prices to their members through health promotion and disease prevention programs.
ABOUT NIKE, INC.
Based near Beaverton, Oregon, Nike is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned Nike subsidiaries include Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; NIKE Bauer Hockey Inc., a leading designer and distributor of hockey equipment; Cole Haan, which designs, markets, and distributes fine dress and casual shoes and accessories; Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories and Exeter Brands Group LLC, which designs and markets athletic footwear and apparel for the value retail channel.
Let Me Play
Let Me Play -- Nike's new signature community effort -- will expand the company's commitment to sports and physical fitness for youth through the recognition that by playing sports, young people can make themselves, their communities and their world better. In addition to building surfaces for play, Let Me Play provides grants and product donations to support young people in their quest for sport; and it brings volunteers, organizations and decision-makers together to improve opportunities that help youth grow up healthy and active.
The Nike Air Native N7 is the result of nearly two years of collaborative research, development and fit testing in partnership with the American Indian community. The irst-of-a-kind performance shoe was created to address the specific fit and width requirements for the Native American foot.
The Nike Air Native N7 shoe is another part of the Washington County company's commitment to American Indian communities. Profits from the shoe's sale will support the "Let Me Play" sports programs on American Indian land.
"Nike is aware of the growing health issues facing Native Americans," said Sam McCracken, Manager of Nike's Native American Business program. "Through the Nike Air Native N7 we are stepping up our commitment to use our voice on a local, regional and national level to elevate the issue of Native American health and wellness. We believe physical activity can and should be a fundamental part of the health and wellness of all Native Americans."
The Nike Air Native N7 project has been a collaboration with the American Indian community and key stakeholders engaged in the health and wellness issues surrounding American Indian populations. The process also included more than 70 tribes and consulting podiatrists and members of Indian Health Services and the National Indian Health Board.
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equipment failed Tuesday at a regional air-traffic control center, shutting down all airline traffic within 250 miles of Memphis and causing a ripple effect across the country that grounded dozens of passenger and cargo flights. The problem started when a major telephone line to the Memphis center went out at 12:35 p.m. Memphis -- a hub for Northwest Airlines, a major carrier in Detroit -- is the world's busiest airport for cargo.
Ex-Alaska lawmaker guilty of bribery
ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- A former state legislator was convicted Tuesday of trading his legislative influence for bribes from a company that was seeking to profit from a proposed natural gas pipeline. Former Rep. Pete Kott, a Republican who was House speaker for part of his 14-year tenure, was found guilty of conspiracy to solicit financial benefits, extortion and bribery.
American Indians get Nike shoe
BEAVERTON, Ore . -- Nike on Tuesday unveiled what it said is the first shoe designed specifically for American Indians, an effort aiming at promoting physical fitness in a population with high obesity rates. The Beaverton-based company says the Air Native N7 is designed with a larger fit for the distinct foot shape of American Indians.
4 crewmen missing from empty boat
MIAMI -- Two men who had been plucked from a life raft near Cuba were charged Tuesday after the boat they had rented was found adrift in the Bahamas, its four crew members missing. Kirby Logan Archer, 35, of Strawberry, Ark., who is wanted in a robbery case in Arkansas, was charged with unlawful flight to avoid prosecution. Guillermo Zarabozo, 19, of Hialeah was charged with making a false statement to a federal agent.
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Giuliani backer hosts fundraiser with '$9.11' theme : The International Association of Fire Fighters accused Republican Rudy Giuliani of exploiting the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks because a supporter is holding a $9.11-per-person fundraiser for the presidential candidate. A Giuliani spokeswoman said the idea was selected without the campaign's knowledge.
Nooses left for black Coast Guard officer: Nooses were left in a black Coast Guard cadet's bag and in the office of a white officer who conducted race relations training after the incident, leading a congressman to call for a thorough military investigation.
Tainted tofu recalled : California state health officials are warning people not to eat tofu products from a San Francisco company because the food may be tainted with a dangerous bacteria. Quong Hop and Co. products were distributed to supermarkets and natural-food stores on the West Coast and throughout the Midwest.
Journalists honor slain ex-Detroit News staffer : The slain editor of a Bay Area newspaper that serves the black community was named Journalist of the Year by the Northern California chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. The group decided to honor Chauncey Bailey, editor of the weekly Oakland Post and a former Detroit News staffer, for his commitment to his work. He was murdered Aug. 2.
Conyers seeks release of Jena 6 teenager: U.S. Rep. John Conyers of Detroit, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, said Tuesday he will press the government for the release of a black teenager held in the "Jena 6" case that spurred one of the biggest civil-rights demonstrations in years.
Group pays higher price for Times ad : MoveOn.org said Tuesday that it paid the New York Times $77,508 after the newspaper revealed that its advertising department had undercharged it for an ad about Gen. David W. Petraeus that ran two weeks ago and proved controversial.
Myanmar military imposes curfew
YANGON, Myanmar -- Myanmar's military leaders imposed a nighttime curfew and banned gatherings of more than five people Tuesday after 35,000 Buddhist monks and their supporters defied the junta's warnings and staged another day of anti-government protests.
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Hezbollah blocks Lebanon election: Hezbollah and its opposition allies blocked the election of Lebanon's next president Tuesday.UNITED NATIONS (AP) Iran's president says Tehran will ignore U.N. Security Council demands for it to halt uranium enrichment. He says the requirement is imposed by "arrogant powers." Speaking before world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad (ah-muh-DEE'-neh-zhahd) says Iran's nuclear efforts will be monitored through legal paths.
ST. GEORGE, Utah (AP) A polygamist leader in Utah, who once appeared on the FBI's 10 Most Wanted list, has been convicted on sex-related charges. Warren Jeffs was found guilty of being an accomplice to rape for arranging the marriage of a 19-year-old man and a 14-year-old girl. Jeffs could get life in prison.
Washington (AP) Michigan Congressman John Conyers says he'll press the government for the release of a black teenager held in the "Jena 6" case in Louisiana. Conyers met with Bell's parents on Capitol Hill today. Mychal Bell, now 17, was one of six teens arrested after a December attack on a white student.
WASHINGTON (AP) National test results show math and reading scores are up for elementary and middle schoolers. The results were a boost to President Bush's signature No Child Left Behind education law. And it provides ammunition for those who want to see it extended with minimal changes.
BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP) It's a first for American Indians. Nike has come out with a shoe designed specifically for them. Nike says the Air Native N7 shoe aims to promote physical fitness in a population with high obesity rates. All profits will be reinvested into community projects.
BEAVERTON, Ore., Sept. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nike today unveiled the Nike Air Native N7, a unique athletic performance shoe designed specifically for Native Americans. The Nike Air Native N7 is the result of nearly two years of collaborative research, development and fit testing in partnership with the Native American community. This first-of-a-kind performance shoe is built on a new and unique last created to address the specific fit and width requirements for the Native American foot. The result is a true Native fitting, performance product.
Ex-Alaska lawmaker guilty of bribery
ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- A former state legislator was convicted Tuesday of trading his legislative influence for bribes from a company that was seeking to profit from a proposed natural gas pipeline. Former Rep. Pete Kott, a Republican who was House speaker for part of his 14-year tenure, was found guilty of conspiracy to solicit financial benefits, extortion and bribery.
American Indians get Nike shoe
BEAVERTON, Ore . -- Nike on Tuesday unveiled what it said is the first shoe designed specifically for American Indians, an effort aiming at promoting physical fitness in a population with high obesity rates. The Beaverton-based company says the Air Native N7 is designed with a larger fit for the distinct foot shape of American Indians.
4 crewmen missing from empty boat
MIAMI -- Two men who had been plucked from a life raft near Cuba were charged Tuesday after the boat they had rented was found adrift in the Bahamas, its four crew members missing. Kirby Logan Archer, 35, of Strawberry, Ark., who is wanted in a robbery case in Arkansas, was charged with unlawful flight to avoid prosecution. Guillermo Zarabozo, 19, of Hialeah was charged with making a false statement to a federal agent.
In other headlines
Giuliani backer hosts fundraiser with '$9.11' theme : The International Association of Fire Fighters accused Republican Rudy Giuliani of exploiting the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks because a supporter is holding a $9.11-per-person fundraiser for the presidential candidate. A Giuliani spokeswoman said the idea was selected without the campaign's knowledge.
Nooses left for black Coast Guard officer: Nooses were left in a black Coast Guard cadet's bag and in the office of a white officer who conducted race relations training after the incident, leading a congressman to call for a thorough military investigation.
Tainted tofu recalled : California state health officials are warning people not to eat tofu products from a San Francisco company because the food may be tainted with a dangerous bacteria. Quong Hop and Co. products were distributed to supermarkets and natural-food stores on the West Coast and throughout the Midwest.
Journalists honor slain ex-Detroit News staffer : The slain editor of a Bay Area newspaper that serves the black community was named Journalist of the Year by the Northern California chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. The group decided to honor Chauncey Bailey, editor of the weekly Oakland Post and a former Detroit News staffer, for his commitment to his work. He was murdered Aug. 2.
Conyers seeks release of Jena 6 teenager: U.S. Rep. John Conyers of Detroit, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, said Tuesday he will press the government for the release of a black teenager held in the "Jena 6" case that spurred one of the biggest civil-rights demonstrations in years.
Group pays higher price for Times ad : MoveOn.org said Tuesday that it paid the New York Times $77,508 after the newspaper revealed that its advertising department had undercharged it for an ad about Gen. David W. Petraeus that ran two weeks ago and proved controversial.
Myanmar military imposes curfew
YANGON, Myanmar -- Myanmar's military leaders imposed a nighttime curfew and banned gatherings of more than five people Tuesday after 35,000 Buddhist monks and their supporters defied the junta's warnings and staged another day of anti-government protests.
In other headlines
Hezbollah blocks Lebanon election: Hezbollah and its opposition allies blocked the election of Lebanon's next president Tuesday.UNITED NATIONS (AP) Iran's president says Tehran will ignore U.N. Security Council demands for it to halt uranium enrichment. He says the requirement is imposed by "arrogant powers." Speaking before world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad (ah-muh-DEE'-neh-zhahd) says Iran's nuclear efforts will be monitored through legal paths.
ST. GEORGE, Utah (AP) A polygamist leader in Utah, who once appeared on the FBI's 10 Most Wanted list, has been convicted on sex-related charges. Warren Jeffs was found guilty of being an accomplice to rape for arranging the marriage of a 19-year-old man and a 14-year-old girl. Jeffs could get life in prison.
Washington (AP) Michigan Congressman John Conyers says he'll press the government for the release of a black teenager held in the "Jena 6" case in Louisiana. Conyers met with Bell's parents on Capitol Hill today. Mychal Bell, now 17, was one of six teens arrested after a December attack on a white student.
WASHINGTON (AP) National test results show math and reading scores are up for elementary and middle schoolers. The results were a boost to President Bush's signature No Child Left Behind education law. And it provides ammunition for those who want to see it extended with minimal changes.
BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP) It's a first for American Indians. Nike has come out with a shoe designed specifically for them. Nike says the Air Native N7 shoe aims to promote physical fitness in a population with high obesity rates. All profits will be reinvested into community projects.
BEAVERTON, Ore., Sept. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nike today unveiled the Nike Air Native N7, a unique athletic performance shoe designed specifically for Native Americans. The Nike Air Native N7 is the result of nearly two years of collaborative research, development and fit testing in partnership with the Native American community. This first-of-a-kind performance shoe is built on a new and unique last created to address the specific fit and width requirements for the Native American foot. The result is a true Native fitting, performance product.
Mike Greenberg, analysts Mike Golic ESPN is set
Mike Greenberg, analysts Mike Golic and Mike Ditka and sideline reporter Bonnie Bernstein.
The new team will make its MNF debut during the Arizona Cardinals vs. San Francisco 49ers game Sept.10, says ESPN's Norby Williamson, executive vice president for remote and studio production. The game will be the nightcap in a national NFL doubleheader on ESPN and will kick off at 10:15 ET.
ESPN's main MNF team of play-by-play Mike Tirico, analysts Tony Kornheiser and Ron Jaworski and sideline reporters Suzy Kolber and Michele Tafoya will do the first game, the Baltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals, at 7 ET. ESPN says the second team will only work the one regular-season game and the main team will work all 16 regular-season and four preseason games.
Mike and Mike in the Morning is a sports talk radio show hosted by Mike Golic and Mike Greenberg (aka "Greeny") and broadcast on ESPN Radio from 6:00 am ET to 10:00 am ET, Monday through Friday. Since 2006, the show is also simulcast on ESPN2 - with cameras inside the show's studio - following two years of simulcasts on ESPNEWS. On May 7, 2007, the show moved from its longtime radio booth home to the TV studio used for Sunday NFL Countdown and Baseball Tonight, and began broadcasting in high-definition.
A daily "best-of" show airs daily on ESPN, and a weekly radio recap airs Saturday mornings from 6:00 to 7:00 AM ET.
The new team will make its MNF debut during the Arizona Cardinals vs. San Francisco 49ers game Sept.10, says ESPN's Norby Williamson, executive vice president for remote and studio production. The game will be the nightcap in a national NFL doubleheader on ESPN and will kick off at 10:15 ET.
ESPN's main MNF team of play-by-play Mike Tirico, analysts Tony Kornheiser and Ron Jaworski and sideline reporters Suzy Kolber and Michele Tafoya will do the first game, the Baltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals, at 7 ET. ESPN says the second team will only work the one regular-season game and the main team will work all 16 regular-season and four preseason games.
Mike and Mike in the Morning is a sports talk radio show hosted by Mike Golic and Mike Greenberg (aka "Greeny") and broadcast on ESPN Radio from 6:00 am ET to 10:00 am ET, Monday through Friday. Since 2006, the show is also simulcast on ESPN2 - with cameras inside the show's studio - following two years of simulcasts on ESPNEWS. On May 7, 2007, the show moved from its longtime radio booth home to the TV studio used for Sunday NFL Countdown and Baseball Tonight, and began broadcasting in high-definition.
A daily "best-of" show airs daily on ESPN, and a weekly radio recap airs Saturday mornings from 6:00 to 7:00 AM ET.
“Halo 3 Skulls” and “Halo 3 Terminals”
Halo 3, there are two hidden Easter egg elements.Terminals will have no lasting impact on your gameplay, but it’s still good to find all of them as it should net you Achievement Points.
Skulls are what you really want to find as they can be thought of as anti-cheats, because if you activate one or more of the Skulls in a co-op mode you get to create more challenging game rules.
Feel free to talk more on Halo 3 Skulls in the comments, but for now find some information on where to find these Skulls below.
Iron Skull Location:
The “Iron Skull” is located at the very end of the first level, “Sierra 117″. It is located behind the building where Sgt. Johnson is being held captive, up on the roof. You can gain access to the roof on the far right side of the building. Travel all the way over to the left side of the roof, and the Skull will be concealed in the corner.
Black Eye Skull Location:
This Skull is located in the beginning of the second level “Crow’s Nest”, the very room you start in. Hanging down from the ceiling is some piping. On top of this piping, on the side nearest to the large display (the one that Hood appears on) lies the “Black Eye Skull”.
Tough Luck Skull Location:
The “Catch Skull” is found on the third level, at the point in the level when the huge covenant cruiser flies overhead. On your left is some large piping following the road you are walking on. Underneath this piping are some support beams that extend out over a cliff. Jump onto the first of these beams, and travel to the end of it. Look to your left, and the Tough Luck Skull will be sitting on a rock extending from a cliff edge.
Catch Skull Location:
The “Catch Skull” can be found on the fourth level, in the first area where you need to destroy the Wraith Tanks. When you enter this area, do not eliminate the Wraith Tanks (The skull appears when the tanks appear, and disappears when the tanks are destroyed). The Skull is located on top of the circular building next to the Anti-Air Tank. You can access the roof using a grenade jump, or jumping on the back of a hog.
Fog Skull Location:
The Fog Skull is found on the level “Floodgate“, at the very beginning of the level. As you are walking down from the anti-air gun you destroyed in the previous mission, you encounter a ramp (next to a missile launcher). Around this ramp, you hit a checkpoint. At this point, you should also hear a marine yelling, “There! Over There!”.
You have a small window of opportunity at this point, but it is fairly easy to get the Fog Skull. Look up, and to the right, directly at the roof of the building next to the missle launcher. There is a single flood form (not to be mistaken with the two other flood forms jumping in front of you) which is holding the skull. Kill him before he jumps, and he will drop the skull down to the ground where you can retrieve it. Too early, and the skull will get stuck on the roof though, so just time it carefully.
Famine Skull Location:
This skull requires a bit of grenade jumping skill/luck.
You can find the “Famine Skull” on the sixth level, near the point where the path you follow branches off into two sections (one leading to the area where you need to let the tanks across the bridge, and the other leading towards the area where you meet up with the frigate). Take the right path, as you would if you were completing the mission, and you’ll notice a structure above you / to the left of you (near the area where you encounter a few ghosts).
You need to scale the rocks to the right of the structure, and then travel across it so that you pass 3 of the large support beams extending into the cliffs. Inside of the fourth support beam, lies the Famine Skull. A well placed grenade should have you up there in no time!
Thunderstorm Skull Location:
The “Thunderstorm Skull” can be found on the level, “The Covenant”, after you take command of one of the Hornet vehicles. Fly towards the second force field generator (the one the Arbiter disabled), and land. The skull is waiting at the very top, at the end of the ramp extending over the sea.
Tilt Skull Location:
The “Tilt Skull” is found on the level “Cortana”, in the circular room where Cortana mentions that she “Likes to play games too…”.
It’s a bit difficult to get to, as it requires getting on top of the ceiling of the room. Upon entering the room, head towards the left side where you will see some mushroom shaped extrusions along the wall. Get on top of these, and then look up and towards the right for another set of extrusions. Jump to these. From here, you should be able to jump on top of the ceiling of the room, where the Tilt Skull lies in the center.
Mythic Skull Location:
This is probably the easiest Golden skull in the game to get. It is located in the very beginning of the final level in Halo 3. Begin by heading into the canyon, but hug the right wall. Very soon, you will notice that there is a turn to the right that is off the normal trail. Head a bit down this path, and the “Mythic Skull” will be sitting there.
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Skulls are what you really want to find as they can be thought of as anti-cheats, because if you activate one or more of the Skulls in a co-op mode you get to create more challenging game rules.
Feel free to talk more on Halo 3 Skulls in the comments, but for now find some information on where to find these Skulls below.
Iron Skull Location:
The “Iron Skull” is located at the very end of the first level, “Sierra 117″. It is located behind the building where Sgt. Johnson is being held captive, up on the roof. You can gain access to the roof on the far right side of the building. Travel all the way over to the left side of the roof, and the Skull will be concealed in the corner.
Black Eye Skull Location:
This Skull is located in the beginning of the second level “Crow’s Nest”, the very room you start in. Hanging down from the ceiling is some piping. On top of this piping, on the side nearest to the large display (the one that Hood appears on) lies the “Black Eye Skull”.
Tough Luck Skull Location:
The “Catch Skull” is found on the third level, at the point in the level when the huge covenant cruiser flies overhead. On your left is some large piping following the road you are walking on. Underneath this piping are some support beams that extend out over a cliff. Jump onto the first of these beams, and travel to the end of it. Look to your left, and the Tough Luck Skull will be sitting on a rock extending from a cliff edge.
Catch Skull Location:
The “Catch Skull” can be found on the fourth level, in the first area where you need to destroy the Wraith Tanks. When you enter this area, do not eliminate the Wraith Tanks (The skull appears when the tanks appear, and disappears when the tanks are destroyed). The Skull is located on top of the circular building next to the Anti-Air Tank. You can access the roof using a grenade jump, or jumping on the back of a hog.
Fog Skull Location:
The Fog Skull is found on the level “Floodgate“, at the very beginning of the level. As you are walking down from the anti-air gun you destroyed in the previous mission, you encounter a ramp (next to a missile launcher). Around this ramp, you hit a checkpoint. At this point, you should also hear a marine yelling, “There! Over There!”.
You have a small window of opportunity at this point, but it is fairly easy to get the Fog Skull. Look up, and to the right, directly at the roof of the building next to the missle launcher. There is a single flood form (not to be mistaken with the two other flood forms jumping in front of you) which is holding the skull. Kill him before he jumps, and he will drop the skull down to the ground where you can retrieve it. Too early, and the skull will get stuck on the roof though, so just time it carefully.
Famine Skull Location:
This skull requires a bit of grenade jumping skill/luck.
You can find the “Famine Skull” on the sixth level, near the point where the path you follow branches off into two sections (one leading to the area where you need to let the tanks across the bridge, and the other leading towards the area where you meet up with the frigate). Take the right path, as you would if you were completing the mission, and you’ll notice a structure above you / to the left of you (near the area where you encounter a few ghosts).
You need to scale the rocks to the right of the structure, and then travel across it so that you pass 3 of the large support beams extending into the cliffs. Inside of the fourth support beam, lies the Famine Skull. A well placed grenade should have you up there in no time!
Thunderstorm Skull Location:
The “Thunderstorm Skull” can be found on the level, “The Covenant”, after you take command of one of the Hornet vehicles. Fly towards the second force field generator (the one the Arbiter disabled), and land. The skull is waiting at the very top, at the end of the ramp extending over the sea.
Tilt Skull Location:
The “Tilt Skull” is found on the level “Cortana”, in the circular room where Cortana mentions that she “Likes to play games too…”.
It’s a bit difficult to get to, as it requires getting on top of the ceiling of the room. Upon entering the room, head towards the left side where you will see some mushroom shaped extrusions along the wall. Get on top of these, and then look up and towards the right for another set of extrusions. Jump to these. From here, you should be able to jump on top of the ceiling of the room, where the Tilt Skull lies in the center.
Mythic Skull Location:
This is probably the easiest Golden skull in the game to get. It is located in the very beginning of the final level in Halo 3. Begin by heading into the canyon, but hug the right wall. Very soon, you will notice that there is a turn to the right that is off the normal trail. Head a bit down this path, and the “Mythic Skull” will be sitting there.
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Two ninja women robbers, Being serious!
Two ninja women robbers. Right back to being serious, two female ninjas held up a petrol station one armed with a samurai sword and the other with a dagger are being hunted by the police after this incident. The two martial arts wannabees tied up the cashier and then escaped with cash and lottery tickets plus cigarettes.
These two thieves were dressed all in black except for the white gloves they had on, the robbery which happened in Richland, Pennsylvania, US has urged an appeal for help to capture the ninjas.
Police are saying this is a serious crime because not only did they rob the petrol station but they did have dangerous weapons as well which could have seriously injured someone.
These two thieves were dressed all in black except for the white gloves they had on, the robbery which happened in Richland, Pennsylvania, US has urged an appeal for help to capture the ninjas.
Police are saying this is a serious crime because not only did they rob the petrol station but they did have dangerous weapons as well which could have seriously injured someone.
HTC’s Q4 2007 Revealed?
October 1st promises the UK launch of devices from HTC’s Q4 2007 line up.
On the invitation to the event, not much was given away: “HTC will be unveiling exciting new additions to its range of smart devices”.
That is until a leak from the Bluetooth Special Interest Group was spotted.
The Group has posted information about the HTC “Kii”. According to the specifications listed the Kii is a non-touch screen Windows Mobile smartphone and supports Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR.
On the invitation to the event, not much was given away: “HTC will be unveiling exciting new additions to its range of smart devices”.
That is until a leak from the Bluetooth Special Interest Group was spotted.
The Group has posted information about the HTC “Kii”. According to the specifications listed the Kii is a non-touch screen Windows Mobile smartphone and supports Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR.
Wayne Newton is 65, and Sharon Stone is 49
Wayne Newton is 65, and Sharon Stone is 49. However it's hard to tell exact ages from heavily doctored faces like these; I had to look it up. Skin shouldn't have to take that kind of abuse. Wayne probably can't stop smiling if he wants to, and Sharon's eyes are stretched almost to where her ears used to be. That's also quite a lovely fivehead she's growing.
It really is amazing what they can do with plastic surgery these days to retard ageing, but when do you draw the line? A really good surgeon can delay the inevitable for years, but there is nothing natural-looking about a 65 year old man with shiny tight skin and jet black hair. It's more Bela Lugosi than Brad Pitt.
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Anthony Burgin charged for crash with Naseem Hamed
Anthony Burgin, the man who was injured In a car crash caused by Naseem Hamed has been charged following an alleged incident involving the ex boxer’s wife. Anthony Burgin’s lawyer has claimed that her client was “both surprised and upset by this allegation”.
It has been reported that Hamed was driving his £320,000 Mercedes McLaren at about 90 mph on the wrong side of the road when he crashed head-on with Mr Burgin’s Volkswagen in May 2005.
The 32-year-old walked free from Moorland open prison in Doncaster South Yorkshire in September after serving just 16 weeks.
It has been reported that Hamed was driving his £320,000 Mercedes McLaren at about 90 mph on the wrong side of the road when he crashed head-on with Mr Burgin’s Volkswagen in May 2005.
The 32-year-old walked free from Moorland open prison in Doncaster South Yorkshire in September after serving just 16 weeks.
Nan Goldin American fine-art and documentary photographer
Nan Goldin was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in the DC area suburbs in Maryland, but ran away from home and was fostered by a variety of families. Nan Goldin later schooling was at the Satya Community School in Boston, where a teacher introduced her to the camera in 1968, when Nan Goldin was fifteen.
Nan Goldin first solo show was in Boston in 1973, based on her photography among the city’s gay and transvestite communities, to which Nan Goldin had been introduced by her friend David Armstrong. It was he who renamed her “Nan”. Nan Goldin graduated from School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston/Tufts University in 1978.
Nan Goldin moved to New York City and began documentary photography of the punk newwave music scene, and the city’s vibrant gay subculture in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. Nan Goldin gradually being drawn in to the Bowery’s hard drug subculture. These photographs, taken from 1979 to 1986, form her famous work The Ballad of Sexual Dependency. The snapshot aesthetic images depict drug use, violent, aggressive couples and autobiographical moments. Most of her Ballad subjects were dead by the 1990s due to either drug overdoses or AIDS, including her close friend and often photographed subject, Cookie Mueller. In addition to the Ballad Nan Goldin combined her pictures in two other series I’ll Be Your Mirror and All by Myself.
Look art is very subjective but Nan Goldin’s work make the use of drugs as the in thing, so in my mind it is sick, but again who makes me an art critic, Nan Goldin at the end of the day is the person that decides what she feels she needs to showcase.
Nan Goldin first solo show was in Boston in 1973, based on her photography among the city’s gay and transvestite communities, to which Nan Goldin had been introduced by her friend David Armstrong. It was he who renamed her “Nan”. Nan Goldin graduated from School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston/Tufts University in 1978.
Nan Goldin moved to New York City and began documentary photography of the punk newwave music scene, and the city’s vibrant gay subculture in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. Nan Goldin gradually being drawn in to the Bowery’s hard drug subculture. These photographs, taken from 1979 to 1986, form her famous work The Ballad of Sexual Dependency. The snapshot aesthetic images depict drug use, violent, aggressive couples and autobiographical moments. Most of her Ballad subjects were dead by the 1990s due to either drug overdoses or AIDS, including her close friend and often photographed subject, Cookie Mueller. In addition to the Ballad Nan Goldin combined her pictures in two other series I’ll Be Your Mirror and All by Myself.
Look art is very subjective but Nan Goldin’s work make the use of drugs as the in thing, so in my mind it is sick, but again who makes me an art critic, Nan Goldin at the end of the day is the person that decides what she feels she needs to showcase.
Micro-Camcorder, the super compact video/audio
The new Micro-Camcorder, the super compact video/audio camcorder is smaller and lighter than a disposable cigarette lighter!
The Micro Camcorder is able to record Hi-Resolution (3gp) real time (15fps) video via its internal pin-hole camera at the touch of a button. The recordings are then stored on a tiny microSD card which is removable. There is an internal rechargeable battery which is recharged by a USB connection.
The Micro Camcorder is able to record Hi-Resolution (3gp) real time (15fps) video via its internal pin-hole camera at the touch of a button. The recordings are then stored on a tiny microSD card which is removable. There is an internal rechargeable battery which is recharged by a USB connection.
Tory MP Andrew Pelling arrested on suspicion of assaulting his wife
Tory MP Andrew Pelling was arrested on suspicion of assaulting his wife he has now been suspended by the party while the incident is been investigated.
The MP was arrested last Tuesday 18th September after his second wife, Lucy, made a complaint of assault.
The MP was arrested last Tuesday 18th September after his second wife, Lucy, made a complaint of assault.
Air Hogs is a well known line of toy grade airplanes
Air Hogs airplanes, helicopters, and rockets manufactured by Spin Master of Toronto, Canada. Most are radio control and designed to be easily flown without any need for assembly.
The origins of the Air Hogs line date back to 1996, when Spin Master was approached by British inventors John Dixon and Peter Manning, whose prototype compressed air powered toy airplane had been rejected by everyone they had shown it to. Excited by the plane’s potential, Spin Master licensed the technology and spent two years and half a million dollars perfecting the toy.
The Air Hogs Sky Shark debuted in spring 1998 and was an immediate hit, fueled by coverage on The Today Show and Live with Regis and Kathy Lee, as well as write-ups in Time and Popular Science.
Follow-up successes have included Zero Gravity RC Wall Crawler (a radio control Hummer-style vehicle that can be driven up walls), the hugely popular Aero Ace battery powered RC airplanes, Air Hogs Stormlauncher (an innovative vehicle that can operate on land, water, and can fly) and Havoc Heli (a 6.5” long indoor RC helicopter weighing just 10 grams).
Having been an avid Air Hogs Havoc Heli pilot I did crave a little more excitement in my life so I set my sites on the Air Hogs Reflex. Air Hogs advertised that it had the ability to go forward, backwards, left and right. This was accomplished with the two sets of vertical propellers that were near the main rotor.....
The origins of the Air Hogs line date back to 1996, when Spin Master was approached by British inventors John Dixon and Peter Manning, whose prototype compressed air powered toy airplane had been rejected by everyone they had shown it to. Excited by the plane’s potential, Spin Master licensed the technology and spent two years and half a million dollars perfecting the toy.
The Air Hogs Sky Shark debuted in spring 1998 and was an immediate hit, fueled by coverage on The Today Show and Live with Regis and Kathy Lee, as well as write-ups in Time and Popular Science.
Follow-up successes have included Zero Gravity RC Wall Crawler (a radio control Hummer-style vehicle that can be driven up walls), the hugely popular Aero Ace battery powered RC airplanes, Air Hogs Stormlauncher (an innovative vehicle that can operate on land, water, and can fly) and Havoc Heli (a 6.5” long indoor RC helicopter weighing just 10 grams).
Having been an avid Air Hogs Havoc Heli pilot I did crave a little more excitement in my life so I set my sites on the Air Hogs Reflex. Air Hogs advertised that it had the ability to go forward, backwards, left and right. This was accomplished with the two sets of vertical propellers that were near the main rotor.....
Wendie Ann Schweikert is example of how corrupt our lives
Wendie Ann Schweikert was a teacher in South Carolina elementary school that pleaded guilty to having sex with an 11 year old kid for that she was sent to jail for 10 years.
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Wendie Ann Schweikert, 37, who taught at E.B. Morse Elementary School, was arrested in May 2006 and charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor and committing a lewd act on a minor in Laurens and Greenville counties. South Carolina elementary school pleaded guilty to the charges and read a three-page apology to the victim, his family, the school and the community.
Wendie Ann Schweikert is a sickness, Wendie Ann Schweikert is a virus, Wendie Ann Schweikert is just another one of many that seem to keep poping up every other week, we must as ourself s how many more Wendie Ann Schweikert’s are still in our schools and we just do not know.
The thing that just astonishes me is how when you see Wendie Ann Schweikert or all these teachers that have been caught, when they speak it is like there is no remorse or if there is remorse it is because they got caught and not for what they have done.
Wendie Ann Schweikert pleaded guilty only to avoid a higher sentence not because she felt she was wrong and needed to pay society.
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Wendie Ann Schweikert, 37, who taught at E.B. Morse Elementary School, was arrested in May 2006 and charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor and committing a lewd act on a minor in Laurens and Greenville counties. South Carolina elementary school pleaded guilty to the charges and read a three-page apology to the victim, his family, the school and the community.
Wendie Ann Schweikert is a sickness, Wendie Ann Schweikert is a virus, Wendie Ann Schweikert is just another one of many that seem to keep poping up every other week, we must as ourself s how many more Wendie Ann Schweikert’s are still in our schools and we just do not know.
The thing that just astonishes me is how when you see Wendie Ann Schweikert or all these teachers that have been caught, when they speak it is like there is no remorse or if there is remorse it is because they got caught and not for what they have done.
Wendie Ann Schweikert pleaded guilty only to avoid a higher sentence not because she felt she was wrong and needed to pay society.
Jenni Carlson vs Mike Gundy story updated
Sam Bradford followed up his impressive performance against North Texas with an even more impressive one against Miami...The next question from the Sooner Nation — what about Keith Nichol? ...But at the same time, the future is something Nichol will have to think about eventually...Brent Rawls and Tommy Grady did....Rawls or.. Jason White.
Jenni Carlson writes this in her column.
Series of observations....every journalists have right to express, so is anyone. If you make the news big, if you stir the news in front of media, you are only making fool of yourself.
Mike Gundy seriously needs a class or two on managing media. We know he can make stars out of dust, but it will be wonderful if can only stick to on field matters. Jenni Carlson is already a star, she does not need occasional jack like this.
Allena Ward "the bad teacher" charged with having sex with a young teenager
Allena Ward, Karen Robbins, Wendie Ann Schweikert, A third teacher from the same area in Columbia, South Carolina, has been charged with having sex with a young teenager - all within 1 and a half years time.
Allena Ward, Karen Robbins and Wendie Ann Schweikert have all been charged with having 'sex' with a teenager or young child.
According to authorities, 49-year-old private school teacher Karen Robbins was arrested over the weekend after police discovered she had sex with a minor, although investigators claim the minor was not one of her students.
Karen Robbins is being charged with three counts each of criminal sexual conduct with a minor and committing a lewd act on a child after having sex with a 15-year-old in her vehicle in September and November of 2005.
AP reports: Police said they began investigating after school officials turned over letters in July found at Bell Street Middle School, where Robbins worked during the 2006-2007 school year. Earlier this month, Allena Ward, also a former Bell Street Middle teacher, pleaded guilty to having sex with five teenage boys, some of them students where she taught.
Wendie Ann Schweikert, a former elementary school teacher in Laurens County, pled guilty to having sex with an 11-year-old student.
Karen Robbins has been released from jail on $90,000 bail, Allena Ward has not yet been sentenced and Wendie Ann Schweikert was sentenced to 10 years in prison in June.
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Allena Ward, Karen Robbins and Wendie Ann Schweikert have all been charged with having 'sex' with a teenager or young child.
According to authorities, 49-year-old private school teacher Karen Robbins was arrested over the weekend after police discovered she had sex with a minor, although investigators claim the minor was not one of her students.
Karen Robbins is being charged with three counts each of criminal sexual conduct with a minor and committing a lewd act on a child after having sex with a 15-year-old in her vehicle in September and November of 2005.
AP reports: Police said they began investigating after school officials turned over letters in July found at Bell Street Middle School, where Robbins worked during the 2006-2007 school year. Earlier this month, Allena Ward, also a former Bell Street Middle teacher, pleaded guilty to having sex with five teenage boys, some of them students where she taught.
Wendie Ann Schweikert, a former elementary school teacher in Laurens County, pled guilty to having sex with an 11-year-old student.
Karen Robbins has been released from jail on $90,000 bail, Allena Ward has not yet been sentenced and Wendie Ann Schweikert was sentenced to 10 years in prison in June.
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Tuesday, September 25, 2007
John McTiernan Die Hard director to jail for four months
John McTiernan Die Hard director ison his way to jail for four months for of all things lying to the feds, John McTiernan seems to like Die Hard because that is what he will probably find in the jail bathroom.
John McTiernan said he had hired scumbag PI Anthony
Pellicano to do some work for his divorce but in reality John McTiernan hired Anthony Pellicano to wiretap Charles Roven, a producer who had worked with him on the 2002 movie Rollerball.
John McTiernan was originally scheduled to be sentenced two weeks ago but that hearing was delayed after his lawyer asked that John McTiernan be allowed to withdraw the plea and fight the charge.
John McTiernan said he had hired scumbag PI Anthony
Pellicano to do some work for his divorce but in reality John McTiernan hired Anthony Pellicano to wiretap Charles Roven, a producer who had worked with him on the 2002 movie Rollerball.
John McTiernan was originally scheduled to be sentenced two weeks ago but that hearing was delayed after his lawyer asked that John McTiernan be allowed to withdraw the plea and fight the charge.
Heidi Gill, Presumed Innocent
who are teaching white students in this culture of hate, which has proliferated under the Bush regime, need to resurrect Peggy McIntosh's "Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack" essay on white privilege (an essay I personally find tedious but it does light the bulbs in my white students' minds)and then ask them to apply this newfound knowledge on "white privilege" when reading the news coverage of "Taser Victim" Heidi Gill, the 38-year-old white woman who was arrested in Ohio at a bar for "disorderly conduct" and taser-stunned by the arresting officer seven times over.
Borgata Fire, engulfed a 43-story tower under construction
Borgata Fire, a fire that engulfed a 43-story tower under construction at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa on Sunday only caused ” superficial damage” to the structure.
There where no injuries were reported in the Borgata Fire, which started at about 7:45 a.m. on the south side of the tower and was under control about 20 minutes later. The cause of the Borgata Fire remained under investigation Sunday night,
but appeared that the Borgata Fire started in the breezeway connecting the tower and the main Borgata Casino.
The Borgata Fire may end up delaying the opening of the hotel, again even though the Borgata Fire was not considered serious.
There where no injuries were reported in the Borgata Fire, which started at about 7:45 a.m. on the south side of the tower and was under control about 20 minutes later. The cause of the Borgata Fire remained under investigation Sunday night,
but appeared that the Borgata Fire started in the breezeway connecting the tower and the main Borgata Casino.
The Borgata Fire may end up delaying the opening of the hotel, again even though the Borgata Fire was not considered serious.
Salvia guaranitica is the one most favored by hummingbirds
Of all the plants in our little herb garden, the lovely and long blooming Salvia guaranitica is the one most favored by hummingbirds. Our home herb garden is primarily culinary herbs. It includes edible flowers and a few herbs attractive to pollinators, butterflies and hummingbirds. I went out in the late afternoon with a book and camera in hand hoping if I sat quietly the hummingbirds would appear. After about ten minutes I heard the little buzzing “chewit” call of the Rufous hummingbird. She made a dive for the blue sage with the large hooked flowers.
To grow this sage, select a well drained spot in full to half sun. This plant will grow 4′to 6′tall. When winter temperatures fall below 20 degrees plants often do not make it through the winter. Nevertheless, it is worthwhile to simply treat this plant as an annual for all the joy it brings. A light fertilizing during the growing season is all that is needed. Like all my perennial herbs, I stop fertilizing in early August to help the plants harden off for winter. Clip it back close to the ground in late winter for best summer blooms. The foliage is edible but relatively flavorless. Cathy Wilkinson Barash, author of Edible Flowers: From Garden to Palette assures me the flowers are safely edible. Their beauty, moderate water needs and lure for hummingbirds make them a valuable garden plant. When grown in container plants rarely exceed 3′ but will grow and bloom vigorously.
Ron Paul Girl! Its gonna be a fun election!
First there was Obama Girl. Then Giuliani Girl and Hott 4 Hill . The funniest one was Brownback Girl. Well, now we have the next installation….Ron Paul Girl! Its gonna be a fun election! Oh…almsot forgot the Romney Girls.
Halo 3 sales waiting for Halos from Heaven!
Halo 3 Sales! Gamers are waiting for Halos from Heaven! Microsoft says Halo 3 sales will be the largest ever! Find out where you can buy your Halo 3 and continue the trilogy!
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Gretchen Egolf gained a blink-or-you’ll-miss-it role in the feature
Gretchen Egolf attended and eventually graduated from The Juilliard School, New York City. Gretchen Egolf then went on to do a variety of theater work- impressing critics with her versatility.
Opening her opportunities in television and film, Gretchen Egolf gained a blink-or-you’ll-miss-it role in the feature- ‘Quiz Show’ and was cast as recurring character- Vanessa Whitaker, in the hit series- ‘Roswell’.
In 1999, Gretchen Egolf’s big break came when she was made a regular on the popular syndicate- ‘Martial Law’.
Her character- Amy Dylan was the chief of the Major Crimes Unit, and the part allowed Gretchen Egolf to show all her talents as an actress. Gretchen Egolf even picked up martial-art skills since her character was an aspiring martial-artist.
It was also in 1999 that Gretchen Egolf married her long-time boyfriend: Welsh actor- Mason Phillips. At a humble ceremony, on Saturday, July 24, 2PM, the two exchanged vows at the house of the bride’s parents, in Lancaster.
Since Gretchen Egolf work on ‘Martial Law’, Gretchen Egolf was cast as the lead in NBC’S recent syndicate- ‘Leap of Faith’. However, she was replaced mid-season with an actress, who had better credentials.
Apparently, NBC executives were so adamant about bringing in Sarah Paulson to replace Gretchen that they refused to pick the show up unless their demands were met.
Opening her opportunities in television and film, Gretchen Egolf gained a blink-or-you’ll-miss-it role in the feature- ‘Quiz Show’ and was cast as recurring character- Vanessa Whitaker, in the hit series- ‘Roswell’.
In 1999, Gretchen Egolf’s big break came when she was made a regular on the popular syndicate- ‘Martial Law’.
Her character- Amy Dylan was the chief of the Major Crimes Unit, and the part allowed Gretchen Egolf to show all her talents as an actress. Gretchen Egolf even picked up martial-art skills since her character was an aspiring martial-artist.
It was also in 1999 that Gretchen Egolf married her long-time boyfriend: Welsh actor- Mason Phillips. At a humble ceremony, on Saturday, July 24, 2PM, the two exchanged vows at the house of the bride’s parents, in Lancaster.
Since Gretchen Egolf work on ‘Martial Law’, Gretchen Egolf was cast as the lead in NBC’S recent syndicate- ‘Leap of Faith’. However, she was replaced mid-season with an actress, who had better credentials.
Apparently, NBC executives were so adamant about bringing in Sarah Paulson to replace Gretchen that they refused to pick the show up unless their demands were met.
Milana Dravnel comes and says Oscar’s fake
Milana Dravnel comes clean and says Oscar’s photos where fake, you know from jump street, Milana Dravnel’s credibility was shady, let’s see here. Milana Dravnel is a striper, part time prostitute mmmm hellooooooo what where people thinking Milana Dravnel was looking for besides money.
Milana Dravnel in reality has not come clean, Milana Dravnel’s exact words where she could not confirm the authenticity of the photos mmmmm let me translate what Milana Dravnel said, ‘I faked the photos”
Well at the end of the day all Milana Dravnelwas looking for was for money and 15 minutes of fame, Milana Dravnel did not get the money but she is getting her 15 minutes of fame.
Milana Dravnel in reality has not come clean, Milana Dravnel’s exact words where she could not confirm the authenticity of the photos mmmmm let me translate what Milana Dravnel said, ‘I faked the photos”
Well at the end of the day all Milana Dravnelwas looking for was for money and 15 minutes of fame, Milana Dravnel did not get the money but she is getting her 15 minutes of fame.
Irene Demova virus, nasty, highly contagious, and will destroy your computer
Irene Demova the ultimate virus, Irene Demova a really cool TV hoax where there is a warning from the TV show CHUCK where you get Be on the lookout for the Irene Demova virus.
It’s nasty, highly contagious, and will destroy your computer. To avoid contracting this deadly ailment, DO NOT visit the Irene Demova website.
Irene Demova is one of these new smart promotions that TV make to get you hook on watching a show.
I love the name they chose, Irene Demova it is just sexy and a supposed porn star what other name then Irene Demova could you use.
Irene Demova a hoax that we will not forget for a while.
It’s nasty, highly contagious, and will destroy your computer. To avoid contracting this deadly ailment, DO NOT visit the Irene Demova website.
Irene Demova is one of these new smart promotions that TV make to get you hook on watching a show.
I love the name they chose, Irene Demova it is just sexy and a supposed porn star what other name then Irene Demova could you use.
Irene Demova a hoax that we will not forget for a while.
Moon Bloodgood Journeyman Travels To See
Journeyman, is a show so overloaded with backstory that much of the time one spends watching the pilot is used deciphering the interactions rather than focusing on the show itself. This might be a more fruitful exercise if the romantic story arcs were not so clichéd. The show definitely has interesting elements to it, but too much of it seems focused on soap opera-type romance.
Journeyman centers around Dan Vasser (Kevin McKidd, Rome). Dan is a newspaper reporter who happens to get swept up in a huge ball of light that sends him back in time, but just a few years back. After getting his bearings (at least a little), Dan saves a man who is about to kill himself, and soon jumps back into the present. Throughout the rest of the pilot, Dan jumps to different moments in the past, continually interacting with the same man and his wife, and meets up with a few people from his own past. He quickly learns that time in the present does not stand still when he is in the past, nor does the amount of time he was in the past directly correspond with the amount that elapses in the present.
Back in the present, Dan's wife, Katie (Gretchen Egolf) becomes increasingly distraught with her husband's disappearances. It becomes abundantly clear that Dan has had some sort of problem in the past, presumably, though not definitely, alcohol addiction or another type of addiction. Additionally, his marriage to Katie has been going through a rough period which has just gotten back on track prior to Dan's disappearances. Thus, Dan skipping out for days at a time wreaks havoc in his marriage.
Making the whole thing that much more complicated is the fact that Dan keeps seeing the ex-love of his life, Livia (Moon Bloodgood) when he goes back in time. Livia, it seems, was last seen by Dan as she was getting in a cab to go to the airport years previously. Though the show does not state as much till more than halfway through, the audience quickly perceives that the plane Livia was on crashed. Dan's seeing Livia in the past causes his unresolved feelings for her to resurface, creating an odd sort of love triangle with his wife.
Or, maybe it is a love rectangle because as if that was not enough, there is also Dan's brother, Jack (Reed Diamond), who is a police detective. Jack happens to have, at one time, dated Katie when Dan was with Livia. Jack still talks to both Katie and Dan; one can only presume that enough time has passed to heal that wound, or at least allow it to scab over.
The who, how, and wherefores of this time traveling are left up in the air in the pilot, although it does seem clear that Dan has some Sam Beckett-Quantum Leap-style work to do in the past, in the case of the pilot, with the man he saved from committing suicide. Dan is actually told as much, sort of, but by whom I will not say. It should be terribly obvious early on in the show, but I will not divulge secrets anyway at this time.
It is also fairly obvious that Dan's feelings for Livia and either Katie's for Jack or Jack's for Katie will be resurfacing on a fairly regular basis as the show progresses. It is all very soap opera-esque, and without the addition of the time travel story would undoubtedly fit into the "primetime soap opera" category.
What then to make of the show?
There is certainly enough there to keep viewers returning for at least a second, and possibly third helping of the series. However, the hackneyed romantic backstory needs to take a backseat to new and different interactions at some point. What is laid out in the first episode is neither subtle nor terribly clever, yet it locks the producers in to a such a rigorously defined romantic world early on, that to see the elements play out will not be interesting to the viewer. Hopefully the producers will find a way to get past the romantic history of the characters and move the story and the people forward in interesting directions as the show progresses.
Journeyman centers around Dan Vasser (Kevin McKidd, Rome). Dan is a newspaper reporter who happens to get swept up in a huge ball of light that sends him back in time, but just a few years back. After getting his bearings (at least a little), Dan saves a man who is about to kill himself, and soon jumps back into the present. Throughout the rest of the pilot, Dan jumps to different moments in the past, continually interacting with the same man and his wife, and meets up with a few people from his own past. He quickly learns that time in the present does not stand still when he is in the past, nor does the amount of time he was in the past directly correspond with the amount that elapses in the present.
Back in the present, Dan's wife, Katie (Gretchen Egolf) becomes increasingly distraught with her husband's disappearances. It becomes abundantly clear that Dan has had some sort of problem in the past, presumably, though not definitely, alcohol addiction or another type of addiction. Additionally, his marriage to Katie has been going through a rough period which has just gotten back on track prior to Dan's disappearances. Thus, Dan skipping out for days at a time wreaks havoc in his marriage.
Making the whole thing that much more complicated is the fact that Dan keeps seeing the ex-love of his life, Livia (Moon Bloodgood) when he goes back in time. Livia, it seems, was last seen by Dan as she was getting in a cab to go to the airport years previously. Though the show does not state as much till more than halfway through, the audience quickly perceives that the plane Livia was on crashed. Dan's seeing Livia in the past causes his unresolved feelings for her to resurface, creating an odd sort of love triangle with his wife.
Or, maybe it is a love rectangle because as if that was not enough, there is also Dan's brother, Jack (Reed Diamond), who is a police detective. Jack happens to have, at one time, dated Katie when Dan was with Livia. Jack still talks to both Katie and Dan; one can only presume that enough time has passed to heal that wound, or at least allow it to scab over.
The who, how, and wherefores of this time traveling are left up in the air in the pilot, although it does seem clear that Dan has some Sam Beckett-Quantum Leap-style work to do in the past, in the case of the pilot, with the man he saved from committing suicide. Dan is actually told as much, sort of, but by whom I will not say. It should be terribly obvious early on in the show, but I will not divulge secrets anyway at this time.
It is also fairly obvious that Dan's feelings for Livia and either Katie's for Jack or Jack's for Katie will be resurfacing on a fairly regular basis as the show progresses. It is all very soap opera-esque, and without the addition of the time travel story would undoubtedly fit into the "primetime soap opera" category.
What then to make of the show?
There is certainly enough there to keep viewers returning for at least a second, and possibly third helping of the series. However, the hackneyed romantic backstory needs to take a backseat to new and different interactions at some point. What is laid out in the first episode is neither subtle nor terribly clever, yet it locks the producers in to a such a rigorously defined romantic world early on, that to see the elements play out will not be interesting to the viewer. Hopefully the producers will find a way to get past the romantic history of the characters and move the story and the people forward in interesting directions as the show progresses.
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