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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) – No usual day-before-the-game press conference is planned for Monday by the University of Louisville basketball team.
The Cards are bound for Orlando and a New Year's Eve game against Central Florida. Rick Pitino opted to file a blog post with his post-Kentucky game thoughts instead.
Pitino turned to a musical analogy. He asked fans to imagine going to a Christina Aguilera concert – and then watching the entertainer focus on dancing, instead of singing.
Some people might squeeze a "Genie in a Bottle," joke here, but I think I'll pass. Pitino also made a reference to Justin Timberlake and another to Rodrick Rhodes.
That's a gentle way of saying that too many of his guys are not playing to their strengths, focusing on what they'd like to do instead of what they should be doing. For the frontcourt players, that means rebounding the ball, posting up with authority, scoring on put backs and competing with an edge.
Pitino specifically mentioned Montrezl Harrell and Chane Behanan, noting that they need to dominate in the paint for Louisville to succeed against top competition. Harrell and Behanan contributed six points and 11 rebounds against UK.
Pitino said four things disappointed him about his team's performance in the 73-66 loss to Kentucky.
1. His players lost their aggressiveness after drawing their first fouls.
2. Poor defense in the paint, where UK scored 42 points (without Julius Randle for most of the second half).
3. Lack of rebounding by the guards (The Harrison twins and James Young outrebounded Russ Smith, Chris Jones and Terry Rozier, 18-6.).
4. Ineffective communication on defense, especially while trying to trap Randle in the first half.
The Cards' game against UCF will tip at 5 p.m. Tuesday on ESPN2. The Knights are ranked 114th in Ken Pomeroy's computer power ratings. Pomeroy puts U of L's win probability at 86 percent. UCF is 8-3, losing to Florida State, Valparaiso and Florida Atlantic. The Knights' best win was by five over Miami (Florida).
Here is a link to Pitino's blog.
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Kicking off the weekend on a high note, Columbia Pictures released the official trailer for Antoine Fuqua's "The Equalizer."
Starring Denzel Washington and Chloe Moretz, the action-packed film gets down and dirty in the city of Boston.
Given the variety of his roles over the years, it seems there's nothing that Denzel Washington can't pull off on screen.
And in the new teaser trailer for "The Equalizer," the "Flight" hunk is all about kicking butt and taking names.
Bringing Mark Wahlberg and Denzel Washington together on the silver screen, "2 Guns" opened in theaters on Thursday night (August 1) to a warm reception.
The action/adventure flick nabbed $1.3 million in one night, and projections dictate that it could bring in between $20 and $30 million by the time the weekend is over.
No matter how many Hollywood movies they make, some celebs simply can't resist showing off their acting chops on the boards of Broadway.
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Stepping out to promote their new action flick, Mark Wahlberg, Denzel Washington, and Paula Patton attended the "2 Guns" Premiere at SVA Theater in New York City on Monday (July 29).
Taking care of some last-minute details, Mark Wahlberg and Denzel Washington were busy on the set of their new flick "2 Guns" in Los Angeles last night (May 16).
The "Boogie Nights" hunk and his "American Gangster" partner-in-crime looked intense as they filmed some re-shoots at an outdoor location while shutterbugs looked on.
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Posing with a truckload of cash, Mark Wahlberg and Denzel Washington attended the "2 Guns" photo call at the 5th Annual Summer Of Sony at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Cancun, Mexico on Saturday (April 20).
The "Boogie Nights" star wore a blue polo shirt and dark jeans while he struck some tough poses alongside the "Flight" stud, who chose a simple black T-shirt and jeans.
They're both major stars in their own right, and Mark Wahlberg and Denzel Washington are teaming up for some serious action in "2 Guns."
A new teaser trailer for the upcoming thriller has just been released ahead of the flick's August 2nd, 2013 release date.


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Le Colonial
- Address:
20 Cosmo Place
San Francisco, CA 94109Neighborhood:
Downtown / Union Square
- Cuisine:
VietnamesePrice: $31 to $50
Le Colonial
- Dining Style: Fine Dining
- Website: http://www.lecolonialsf.com/
- Phone: 4159313600x
- Hours of Operation:
Sunday - Thursday: 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 5:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Our Lounge is open daily at 5:00 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday closing at 11:00 p.m. Friday - Saturday closing at 2 a.m.
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: French, Vietnamese
- Executive Chef: Tree Khuu
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Entertainment: Live music: Monday - Friday from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
House DJ: Friday & Saturday nights from 10:00 - 2:00 a.m.
- Special Events: Happy Hour
Serving in the lounge & bar
From our Happy Hour Menu: Selected beers $4, cocktails/wine by the glass $6
A word from Le Colonial
Delight your guests in an evening of fine food and exotic cocktails at our unique venue just off Union Square. Travel through the tropical elegance of 1920s French Colonial Vietnam amidst the sway of palm trees and glow of candlelight. Take in the live music in our lounge, relax outdoors on the veranda or patio, gather friends and family to celebrate a special event or simply treat yourself to a night on the town. Enjoy a variety of event spaces for small intimate groups of 10 to as many as 500 people in the heart of downtown San Francisco.Continued
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Le Colonial reviews from OpenTable diners
189 reviews since May 5, 2014
- Food4.3Service4.3
- Ambiance4.4Noise LevelModerate
romantic (98)fit for foodies (95)special occasion (92)neighborhood gem (66)great for outdoor dining (59)good for groups (53)notable wine list (25)late-night find (20)vibrant bar scene (19)hot spot (13)great for lunch (10)great for brunch (8)kid-friendly (3)scenic view (3)Show More
- In need of basic service skillsOpenTable Diner Since 2003Dined on 8/31/2014The food is excellent, and that's why you should come here. But for an upscale restaurant, they have forgotten some basics. The waiter didn't know anything about the drinks list, they were out of 1/3 of their by-the-glass wines, and it appears they have no sommelier since there are random dogs listed among some great $500 options. A half bottle of champagne and a whiskey took 15 min to arrive, and they tried to serve our appetizers before our drinks. Other than these few service inconveniences, the food was spectacular. I would love to see this chef open a food truck.
- Overpriced/unauthentic Viet foodOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/30/2014one of my regretable dining experiences yet as the food first and foremost was overpriced ($250 dinner spent for family of 2 adults and 2 young kids) and even worse didn't taste as good as a corner Pho shop where I would be more fullfilled spending only $40. Food were in very small portions, so much so that my wife and I wanted to go eat a Banh Mi sandwich after our dining experience; Lobster specialty was unseasoned and plain with barely any salt, Banana fish had an unusual taste and smell, Ca Kho To plate is normally cooked with Catfish but Salmon was used instead and it didn't taste right, plus it was overly oily. I also struggled to get a refill on my Coke drink as well. Not very diverse and certainly not for a Vietnamese dining family.Special Features:
- Nice venue, medicocre foodLoveSFDiningDined on 8/28/2014The location was convenient for pre-theatre dining. The building is lovely and the staff professional and courteous, but the food was mediocre. We ordered the glass noodles with crab and found two small pieces of crab! Flavors were pretty bland--we have much higher standards in this foodie city!Special Features:
- Le Colonial-Outstanding!CesarTDined on 8/23/2014I have not dined at Le Colonial in 2 years and on Saturday night, I was not disappointed. The service was outstanding, staff attentive and vibe was great! Some notes - their Ca Hap La Chuoi (Steamed Chilean sea bass wrapped in banana leaves) was incredible - the Chilean sea bass and glass noodles were cooked to perfection in their banana leaf package; ; Ca Thu Nuong - the Grilled Ahi tuna was perfectly seared and at first I was skeptical about the pairing of fingerling potatoes with Ahi, but it works! and finally we included their Com Chien Le Colonial -wok-fried Jasmine rice w/ fried egg, etc. - solid as always. For dessert, we had their bread pudding-an item our waiter kindly suggested , plus Vietnamese coffees. Outstanding!Special Features:
- Dinner at Le ColonialOpenTable Diner Since 2002Dined on 8/23/2014Our server recommended great dishes. All of the food was wonderful. Very nice ambiance.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great atmostphereSFdinerVIPDined on 8/18/2014Food could have been better for the price we paid, but atmosphere and service were great.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2007VIPDined on 8/15/2014Excellent and interesting food. Great staff. Patio is lovely.Special Features:
- Ok, but not outstandingcloudyDined on 8/15/2014We came here several times before we got a little disappointed last Friday. Chef's appetizer platter was very average, some selections were dry. Almost like they were a little old. Prawn curry for main course - not good. It used to be really tasty, this time it was watery and tasteless, very surprising. We had 4 other main courses, they were good. Overall - not as good as it used to be, sadly.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Wonderful findDiningwithkids5Dined on 8/14/2014Delicious food and nice quiet atmosphere. Not suitable for dining with kids, but great for romantic dinners.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Takes you back to SaigonPamelaDDined on 8/12/2014Lovely ambiance. Attentive service. The food was good, but not remarkable. And a bit pricey.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/11/2014We had a lovely evening , dinner was perfect and service very nice.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- memorable ambiance so so foodWesMeloneDined on 8/11/2014I had an early dinner with an out-of-town friend I had not seen for years. We sat outdoors under a canopy of flowering trees with the sound of trickling water fountain. Service was courteous but the waiter we had was a bit rigid. The food was perhaps least memorable. French Vietnamese is my favorite food and I have been to Le Colonial many times previously. It seems that their food has gone down or I got picky. Nothing was bad per se, but nothing sparkled either. The ambiance made up for what was lacking in food, though. A cup of tea would have sufficed.Special Features:
- Colleen A.OpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 8/10/2014This was our second dining experience at Le Colonial and it was again fabulous. The food is wonderful. The setting is quiet and elegant. We very much enjoyed our evening. We will definitely return when we next visit SF.Special Features:
- Great food our first night in SFsnbvtDined on 8/9/2014The food was delicious. There were wonderful options to choose from. The service was excellent. Happy we found this place.Special Features:
- LeColonial's great ambiance & foodMaryannDined on 8/5/2014Truly Le Colonial is a special occasion gem of a restaurant on tiny Cosmo Place just near Union Square. That's part of what makes it so special! Harkens back to the olden days in what I picture Vietnam to have been. The upstairs lounge feels so tropical and lush, and is a very comfortable place to relax and have a drink or while waiting for your table. The dining area in the outside courtyard is my favorite place to dine because of all the natural light and tropical feel. And THE FOOD is and always has been extremely tasty, creative and exquisite - coconut prawns, ahi tuna, brussel sprouts and glass noodles. Le Colonial is a quiet respite in a very active part of town. I love dining there every time I do so. Great for quests, tooSpecial Features:
- My favorite for visiting friendsjodolDined on 8/1/2014Le Colonial is the restaurant I always recommend to visitors. It has an interesting ambiance, unusual but delicious menu, and an excellent mixologist and bar upstairs. The live vintage-style music (Mon-Thurs) is not over-amplified (as one finds in most other bars) and there is an entertaining set of dancers to join or enjoy watching.Special Features:
- A bit on the sweet sideEddieVIPDined on 7/25/2014The food at Le Colonial, at least what I ordered, seemed on the sweet side, although it was very well prepared. But sweet Asian food is one of my pet peeves -- I really like things that are more savory.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Brussels Sprout...NJO1815Dined on 7/24/2014Must try the brussels sprout dish... Could not decide the best dish... all always taste great...
- Facebook Approvedluv2travelDined on 7/18/2014Having received numerous recommendations to try Le Colonial from friends via Facebook, I was interested to see if it would live up to the test. It did with flying colors! I was even more excited to know the restaurant was within walking distance from our hotel, Hilton Union Square. It made for a pleasant 3 block walk from our hotel. We made a 9pm reservation and decided to eat indoors even though outdoor seating was available. The staff and service were excellent and very knowledgeable about the menu. There were four of us in our party so decided to order several appetizers which were all excellent. The waiter surprised us with the most delicious dessert, chocolate brownie after hearing it was a special occasion for us. 5 stars thanks FB!Special Features:
- might be slippingDiningDuoVIPDined on 7/18/2014Have had dinner here at least 4 or 5 times and this latest time was very mediocre. On top of that, our waiter tried to up-sell us more food several times which is always a major turn-off for me.Special Features:
- Awesome classic restaurant!OpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 7/18/2014Le Colonial is one of my favorites in SF. The food is always fantastic. The service is great. And the ambience is always pleasant. It's a neighborhood gem! I recommend it to all my friends. Thank you.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- kim4325VIPDined on 7/17/2014We ordered and shared Cha Gio Tom Cua, Banh Xeo, Goi Ca Thu, Ca Ri Tom and Ca Hap La Chuoi dishes. The food was outstanding, very authentic and flavorful. I was especially impressed with service and how attentive the waitress was. She was very helpful in helping us selecting some of these authentic Vietnamese dishes. The also had a nice music band playing upstairs by the bar. It was a joy to hear some swing musics with great dancers. I will definitely come back and try different dishes.Special Features:
- Terrific surpriseOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 7/14/2014Had this recommended to me and took a client there for dinner and was amazed at the ambiance and the food was terrific. The portions were not huge so keep that in mind if you are going there very hungry.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Franco-Vietnamese restaurantBerkeleyDined on 7/13/2014This is an excellent restaurant within easy walking distance of Union Square, set behind Post St. Food, service and ambiance all very good.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Unique experience in a hidden spotmrbearDined on 7/12/2014This restaurant is slightly off the beaten path near Union Square. Walking through the front gate, I felt transformed into a different time. They have open air tabels in front, and a variety of experiences in the inside. We had called ahead to let them know we ran into traffic and would be a little late. When we arrived 20 minutes after our scheduled time, they had canceled our reservation. However, since they were not full at the time, they offered to seat us. Took a little negotiating to get a good table. Once seated, they treated us well. The menu had some unique dishes I hadn't seen outside of SE Asia. We had the sea bass in banana leaves and the Surgeon. Also had the crab cakes. All Excellent! Definitely recommend!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- good, but not incredibleFizzleDined on 7/12/2014We ate an early dinner last Saturday. The food was good but not exceptional. The seafood potstickers were disappointing (too doughy perhaps), and the brussel sprouts were too sweet. The ahi main dish was excellent. The restaurant was empty when we arrived, so one loud-talker across the room could beheard distinctly. On the flip side, the tables are very densely packed, so there is zero privacy once it gets busy. Service was excellent. Lastly, it is close to Union Square, so it was a great spot for pre-theater dinner especially because it has parking.Special Features:
- Not so great!janandjuneDined on 7/11/2014We wait so long for someone to come and take our orders. The food is ordinary and pricely.
- DisappointingApsaraDudeVIPDined on 7/10/2014I've been to Le Colonial in NYC and was expecting something similar in SF. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed. The building looked cool from the outside but the outdoor dining area has back alley views and was not well decorated or appointed with plantings. The interior looked dark, cavernous and claustrophobic. The crispy Dungeness crab rolls in lettuce was tasteless and I didn't note any crab. The shrimp with vegetables main course was anemic with few tiny shrimp and an equal portion of eggplant, mushroom and onions. If it weren't for the rice I had to order and pay for separately, I would have left hungry, not just disappointed. SF is full of great restaurants. I would recommend going elsewhere.Special Features:
- MergatroydeDined on 7/7/2014I love Le Colonial in Manhattan, and I've just discovered that Le Colonial in San Francisco is just as special. Warm, inviting Victorian-era decor; a fantastic walled outdoor space (with cozy heat lamps and a glass roof); a supercool upstairs lounge with live jazz -- I would go even if the food were medicre. But the food is spectacular. I have eaten everything on the Manhattan Le Colonial menu more than once, and it is all fresh, interesting and delicious. The menu in San Francisco is almost identical, and the food is equally delectable. Some reviews caution that some dishes would benefit from a higher level of spice, but I've found that the addition of chili-based sauces, always offered, brings up the heat when I'm in the mood. A+++!Special Features:
- A wonderful find!patrickdDined on 7/6/2014My fiancée & I live an hour and a half away from San Francisco. We take weekend trips into the city at least once every two months. This past 4th of July (2014) weekend we dined at Le Colonial. Bottom line- this place is a gem! The ambiance was so warm via the lighting. The food was well prepared and featured dishes many Vietnamese places usually don't have. The drinks were strong and tasy. It wasn't so busy that you couldn't hear the person next to you talk. I will definitely return to Le Colonial in the near future!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Perfectly cookedPDXFoodiesDined on 7/3/2014We had the pork spare ribs and ahi salad to start, delicious! For dinner we had the duck and the sea bass, both were spot on.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Perfect PlaceluvbowsDined on 7/2/2014Le Colonial has it all. Fun decor, wonderful food, great service and perfect location to eat and then walk to plays at the Curran!Special Features:
- Not Viet food; not sure what it isneedbigpantsVIPDined on 7/1/2014Whatever you want to call this food, don't call it Viet. It has very little resemblance to actual Viet food. You're in California, of all places, too. Come for the tourist trap faux- French colonial decor, but that's about all that can be recommended about this place. Food was overpriced. Drinks are boring and overpriced. Big let down.
- Alameda99Dined on 7/1/2014Great location and ambience. The service was only fair--had to flag down the waiter three times. The good was uniformly bland and tasteless (and very overpriced). They appear to use no herbs or other seasonings in the preparations. If you have tastebuds, avoid this place.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 7/1/2014We have been there before and enjoyed the food and atmosphere. It is nice to know there are still restaurants in San Francisco where the tables are not on top of each other...where people can carry on a conversation without someone sitting at the next table hearing it or vice versa.Special Features:
- Not up to parBarbiVIPDined on 6/28/2014We eat dinner here quite often and this last experience was disappointing. It took more than 1/2 hour for our appetizer to arrive. Yes, the potstickers were delicious... the wait was annoying since the dining room was only about 1/3 full. I ordered what I always have: the coconut shrimp with eggplant, mushroom and mango. The "so-called mango" in this dish consisted of three very hard (too hard to even cut with my knife!) unrecognizable items...which might have been very under-ripe mango. I notified the waitress...and someone brought out a nice plate of ripe, juicy mango. When we wanted to order our favorite ice cream...chocolate-coconut-almond-fudge... we were told that none was available. Manager removed the cost of my main dish.Special Features:
- Delicious! Thank You - Excelent!1rpbDined on 6/27/2014Excellent, very flavorful & well presented. We had the special seafood soup and the salmon dishes. They were out of Gelato, but comp us - very delighted. WE WILL RETURN!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great classic restaurantLunchGoerVIPDined on 6/26/2014Wonderful evening of great food and excellent service.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
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OCEAN CITY, Md. - Coastal areas of Delmarva are still dealing with damage from the soaking it took from Superstorm Sandy, and with the oncoming storm likely to cause moderate to severe flooding, Ocean City officials are hunkering down and encouraging residents to do the same.
"Nor'easters sometimes are forgotten, and the public doesn't pay close enough attention to it. This is one of the storms, I think, they need to pay attention to," said Emergency Services Director, Joseph Theobald.
Back in October, most of the pier at Fager's Island was ripped apart, including the gazebo at the end of it. With high winds and high surge expected, owners say they hope what has been rebuilt, doesn't get thrashed with another devastating storm.
"The main structure part of it right now, which is the pier, the under pinnings and the piling have all been beefed up and have really strong hurricane straps on it," said John Fager, Owner of Fager's Island.
He tells WMDT they still have half a million dollars in claims from Sandy, pending.
The iconic fishing pier doesn't appear to be anywhere near fixed, after the 100-foot stretch was ripped to pieces by the Superstorm. With 8 to 12 foot waves expected, what little work is done, could take yet another beating.
High tide in Ocean City is expected around 3:45 Thursday morning. Storm surge is expected to be around two to three feet. No evacuations have been ordered at this time, but officials say residents living in low-lying areas should consider moving to higher ground.


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DUNCAN, Okla. — The lawyer for a teen accused of first-degree murder in the Aug. 16 drive-by shooting of a college student says the charge is based solely on the flimsy statement of another teen.
Jim Berry, appointed to represent Chancey Luna, 16, said he doubts his client can get a fair trial in Oklahoma given the publicity surrounding the case that has drawn international attention, in part because the victim was an Australian citizen.
"I don't think he can get a fair trial anywhere in the state of Oklahoma," said Berry, "and because of the national publicity, it's going to be hard to get any venue" that is fair.
Prosecutors say Luna fired the .22-caliber revolver that shot Christopher Lane, 22, as he was jogging. Lane, 22, would have been a senior at East Central University in Ada and was visiting his girlfriend in Duncan.
James Edwards Jr., 15, whom prosecutors say was riding in the front passenger seat as Luna fired from the back seat, also faces a first-degree murder charge.
Prosecutors say Michael Dewayne Jones, 17, was driving and tried to cover up the crime. Prosecutors say Jones is the only one who has cooperated in their investigation. He is charged as an accessory.
Albert Hoch Jr., the Oklahoma City attorney appointed to represent Edwards, declined comment because a judge is considering a "gag order" to prohibit prosecutors and defense attorneys from talking publicly about the case. But Berry, interviewed Monday, said the only evidence is Jones' "suspect" statements.
"Just getting them on camera and calling them thugs is not evidence," Berry said in reference to Stephens County District Attorney Jason Hicks' descriptions. "That's as far as they have got it, and that is not evidence. It's totally uncorroborated testimony of an alleged accomplice — that of Jones — and that's not credible."


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Popular Holiday Gifts Expert Picks
November 4, 2010 | Posted By: Jason | Categorized in: Shopping, Gift Ideas
If youre anything like me; youve probably found yourself buying something that you didnt really need, maybe even something you didnt even want until you saw it, simply because the deal was too good to pass up. What about the other things though? What about the things you did want or need but didnt buy, or the things you bought simply because you needed them right now?
Being involved with a site like FatWallet, its easy to focus on that first group of really amazing deals and lose sight of the fact that there is a second group of things that people will need to buy no matter what. With the holiday shopping season approaching, its probably safe to say that there will be a lot of purchasing from this second group going on.
After all How were you to know that little Johnny would want the G.I. Joe with the Kung-Fu Grip and Enhanced Interrogation Techniques, and that young Suzy would have her heart set on the My Little Pony Glittery Glue Factory? Even if you did know these things, you probably havent spent all year looking for a good deal, because its no good stashing them in the freezer next to the hot dogs and pizza rolls only to have them discovered and your surprise ruined.
With this in mind, and armed with the knowledge that both crying children and adults spending too much money make us completely insane, we have decided to put together a short list of things we believe people will want to buy no matter what during the holidays. These items, including iPod Touch 8GB, Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360, PS3, and digital cameras have all been among the most searched for items during the past two consecutive holiday seasons and all the way through to today. Since stores are having a hard time keeping the Xbox 360 Kinect in stock, were going to go ahead and add this to the list of hot items too.
Well make post for each item on the in a special section of our Expert Picks Christmas section, and then update each deal as often as we can with the best current prices we can find throughout the holiday season. Digital cameras are a little tricky since there are so many models to choose from, so we asked our Magic 8-Ball and came up with a list of five models that we believe are destined for popularity. When asked whether we will be tracking the Nikon D90 , Nikon D3100 , and Samsung TL205 during the holidays, Magic 8-Ball indicates that, Signs point to yes.
Be sure to check our Expert Picks regularly for the lowest recent prices on iPod Touch 8GB , Nintendo Wii , Xbox 360 , Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor, PlayStation 3, and digital cameras through the holiday season.
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November 16, 2010 | Posted By: Solipsist
After some review, we've decided to remove the Samsung TL210 and the Canon PowerShot G12 from our tracking list. At the same time, we will begin following the Xbox 360 Kinect. Look for updates to this blog entry and our Expert Picks Christmas section coming soon.
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Dr. Oppenheim graduated summa cum laude from Union College (NY) and went on to receive his M.D. from Wake Forest University Medical School in 1982. He completed his Otolaryngology specialty training at Columbia University in New York City. Dr. Oppenheim is Board Certified in Otolaryngology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. He has been both President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Virginia Society of Otolaryngology. He is also a member of the American Sleep Disorders Association.
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Dr. Hermansen has been in private practice in Northern Virginia since 1980. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy in1972 from the Medical College of Virginia. She practiced pharmacy while continuing her education. In 1976, she received her Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Virginia. A surgical internship was completed at University Hospital of Case-Western Reserve in Cleveland in 1977. Otolaryngology training was completed at Yale - New Haven Hospital. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the local and state medical societies.
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Dr. Gurian is a native of Massachusetts. He graduated cum laude as a Benjamin Franklin Scholar from the University of Pennsylvania in 1985 and attended the University of Massachusetts Medical School, receiving his medical degree in 1989. Dr. Gurian did his internship in general surgery and completed his residency in Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in 1995. He was Chief Resident and was Clinical Instructor in Otorhinolaryngology at the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine during his last year of training. Dr. Gurian is Board Certified in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association and is a member of local, state and national medical societies.
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You know what's even sadder?
I am a poet and for me spring does not exist
x2 to all PS brothers and sisters.
Happy 4th. Did you guys know that the actual independence from Great Brittan happened on July 2? And historians think the Declaration of Independence was signed on August 2?
One thing's for sure, the fireworks in my neighborhood made me think some war for independence was still going on and it's just ended.


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Bullis passes on litigation 'pause'
Original post made on Mar 4, 2013
Read the full story here Web Link posted Monday, March 4, 2013, 1:54 PM
on Mar 4, 2013 at 2:15 pm
I don't get it ... what's the problem with a 90-day pause. It doesn't mean that litigation is dropped. It just means that we give the boards a chance to negotiate without a dagger over thier heads. If it works out, BCS gets stability for the next several(?) years, money is saved and everyone is ahead ... (except the lawyers, I guess)
If it doesn't work out, litigation resumes. 90-days is lost in a 10-year battle. That's it!
I can't believe that the BCS board is being so stubborn.
on Mar 4, 2013 at 2:26 pm
I'm sure Arturo Gonzalez is laughing his a$$ off right now. He's the BCS attorney, and he's the only one who's going to gain from this.
on Mar 4, 2013 at 2:35 pm
Open all financial records and admission records for BCS now!!!
Its fine toothed comb time. Its not only who they let in, its also who they keep out and why. Disgusting.


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The SportBrain iStep Pedometer
Size: The SportBrain iStep X is larger than most pedometers, 2 1/2 inches wide and 2 inches tall. That makes it a bit bulkier to wear, but for its features, I'll tolerate the bulk. It clips to your waistband with a plastic clip - and many users have reported the clip breaking, although they also report the company replaces the entire unit swiftly if that happens.
The iStep X comes with a safety cord but no clip - I guess you are supposed to provide your own safety pin. That seemed odd, so I stole the safety cord from another pedometer.
Noise: The iStep X clicks with each step. I do not find that annoying, it is not very loud.
Accuracy: Testing against a standard pedometer and on a known course, I found it to be quite accurate.
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You can upload your data as often as you wish. You should upload at least once every 50,000 steps or every 5-10 days or some data may be lost. The USB cable makes it easy for you to travel with your iStep and upload from an internet-connected computer that has a USB port. However, it must be a computer you can download the SportBrain program into from the website. This is also convenient for using at both work and at home if you just can't wait to upload.
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Pool fees reduced to $1 as Pleasanton braces for weekend heat wave
Original post made on May 16, 2009
Read the full story here Web Link posted Friday, May 15, 2009, 7:37 AM
on May 16, 2009 at 8:16 am
Good job!
on May 16, 2009 at 4:51 pm
It is silly to open the pool from 1 to 5 - the time when people should not be in the sun! Why not stay open until 8 pm?
The aquatic center has hours that don't make sense. Why? Is this because they cannot get people to work past 5? If it is due to budget, they should consider opening at 4 and closing at 8 instead, to avoid the worse sun of the day (1-3:30)
on May 16, 2009 at 9:00 pm
It's 8:43pm and I'm still in the pool. Your right resident! I'm laying on my air mattress with laptop looking up at the stars writing this blog. How could the City not of thought of your reasonable request? Oh no, have got to go,person is jumping the fence. Must collect their $1.00 before any skinny dipping allowed. Hello, are you the Resident? You are? No peeing in the pool!


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Since she died, the oddest things trigger rushes of memory and put me in a melancholy mood.
For example, no one normally associates fruitcake with sadness, but I learned a few weeks ago that one bite sent me on a bittersweet journey down memory lane.
One of our friends in Birmingham invited us to a Christmas gathering where one of the desserts was fruitcake.
It was scrumptious, and as I nibbled on the cake I became introspective. The look on my face must have revealed more than I realized because someone standing nearby asked me if I was OK.
I explained that the last fruitcake I'd eaten was one my mom had made. I went on to explain that my mom prepared all kinds of fruitcakes during the holidays. One was a no-bake fruitcake using graham crackers and marshmallows, but my personal favorite was a Franklin Nut Cake.
She was a pretty good country cook, but she was a master at cakes, pies and candy.
Before we left the party last week, Jilda asked for the fruitcake recipe and the hostess shared it.
On the way home, we stopped by the supermarket and bought all the stuff. It's obvious why store-bought fruitcakes carry a hefty price tag. The fruit, nuts and the other ingredients needed to make a quality cake cost more than a new microwave.
This past Sunday, we invited friends over for a holiday visit, so we spruced up the house on Saturday, and that evening Jilda decided to make the fruitcake.
Normally when I ask if I can help, she says no. The main reason is because our kitchen is so small that when there's two people in there working, it's more like dancing.
But that evening, she said sure. So I helped cut up the pineapple, dates, pecans, cherries and other ingredients. We used our largest bowl, but fitting all the stuff in it was a challenge.
We solved the problem by mixing the fruity concoction in two bowls before transferring it into a tube pan.
After popping that baby in the oven, we ate supper and watched "A Christmas Carol" with Patrick Stewart, which is my favorite version of the Dickens' classic.
The aroma of that cake kept wafting through the air as thick as gardenias in spring. It was all I could do to keep from diving into the oven head first and eating my fill with a fork.
After the timer tinged, she set the cake out and it seemed to take days to cool. We'd watched "A Christmas Story" a few days earlier and I kept visualizing one of our dogs rushing the kitchen table, knocking over the cake dish and absconding with our fruitcake like the Bumpus hounds did with the turkey in that classic Christmas movie.
Fortunately that didn't happen, and we've enjoyed fruitcake with coffee each morning since. I think our cake would have made my mama proud.