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Firefighters rescue woman from burning structure in Livermore
Original post made on Jun 21, 2013
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on Jun 21, 2013 at 8:33 pm
Great job LPFD...As a resident of Pleasanton let me be the first to thank you for risking your own life so that others may live....you are true Americans!
on Jun 21, 2013 at 9:40 pm
Thank you for saving the woman.
on Jun 22, 2013 at 12:34 pm
God Bless Firefighters who do this. They are our Domestic Marines
Air Force, Army, Navy and Coast Guard. They go where others run
from. Thumbs down to those who moan about their pay, benefits
and whatever they cry about. They are worth every dime spent.

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OK, we're finally catching up with this near-exhausting week. Last weekend at Comic-Con, director Zack Snyder and Warner Bros. unveiled a huge bombshell. Nope, not a "Man Of Steel" sequel or a "Justice League" movie. Instead they unexpectedly went laterally and announced an untitled "Superman and Batman" film (perhaps much to the lament of pure Superman fans who are probably still reeling from the fact that the masked crimefighter just hijacked a second "Man Of Steel" right out from under them).
So now that the dust has sort of settled on this announcement, what can you expect from a Superman and Batman film? Well, there's obviously several ways the studio and filmmakers could slice it and you don't need to be a total super drilled-in comics dorks to figure out the possible avenues they could take (though if you want some specific examples, here's many from Vulture). There's of course, the very early, kiddie-friendly "World's Finest" series (what many have been calling the movie colloquially so far) that essentially is Superman and Batman holding hands and fighting crime. And there are obviously, more modern, contemporary versions that are much more grounded and realistic (and there are undoubtedly countless other stories were the two heroes teamed-up or fought against one another).
But really, you need look no further than the simple few clues given out by Snyder and WB to at least figure out the base of what they're working with. The press release not only said the duo would "face off," but Snyder asked "Man Of Steel" actor Henry Lennix (the army general) to read a key from a line from Frank Miller's 1986 touchstone graphic novel, "The Dark Knight Returns" ("it is the thing that will help tell that story," Snyder said about the quote, maybe not quite so eloquently).
Batman: "I want you to remember, Clark, in all the years to come, in all your most private moments, I want you to remember my hand at your throat. I want you to remember the one man who beat you."
The quote (which came from a moment when Batman did defeat Superman) was meant as a tease, as a flavor of what's to come, but it points in all the right directions. Now we don't have a crystal ball, nor do we have access to Snyder and Goyer's thoughts, but given the small snippets of evidence, we think we have six logical and cogent elements you can likely expect in the aforementioned move. Read on and see what you think.
1. The Film Will Not Be Based On Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns"
OK, it admittedly may have died down by now, but earlier in the week there was some confusion out there and it's nitpicky, but it seems to stem from this headline which said this new Superman and Batman movie would be inspired by Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns." That unfortunately, for some (who didn't actually read the story), translated into "based on," which won't be the case. To keep a long story short, Miller's seminal "The Dark Knight Returns" is set in an alternative future universe where Batman is a retired, 60-something-year-old Bruce Wayne who is a recluse no longer fighting crime (yes, some vague themes were very loosely appropriated here by Nolan's "The Dark Knight Rises"). When he returns as Batman, he's a political liability, Gotham police hunt him down, a mutant army is terrorizing the city and Superman on the other hand, has become a tool for the American government to fight off the Russians and any other axis of evils that oppose the U.S.
That's neat texture, but you're not going to see Batman as an old man, nor Superman as shill of the government in this next movie fighting the Russians ("The Dark Knight Returns" is slightly dated with its Cold-War/WWIII politics). After all, "Man Of Steel" ended with Superman destroying a drone that was following him and warning the mistrustful government that he wasn't their enemy (still) and they should relax and recognize he'll help. But on his own terms.
The next "Superman and Batman" movie—which would have been "Man Of Steel 2" had they not decided to add Batman—will see the story pick up where "Man Of Steel" left off. And so the point of having the quote read in the first place? Well, Miller's story is landmark because it's the first Superman and Batman tale where the two characters were not allies and bffs. Their at-odds dynamic became canon for comics, so it's a pretty obvious indication that instead of being pals off the bat (pardon the pun), Superman and Batman will be, if not enemies, adversaries.
2. There Definitely Will Be Friction And Antagonism Between Batman And Superman
Snyder and Goyer will beg, borrow and steal from several and multiple comic sources, just like any smart screenwriters would (and just as Nolan, Whedon and every successful comic book filmmaker has wisely done). It's not like Superman and Batman haven't come to blows several times in different comic books (one storyline has Batman's fiancee dying and Bruce Wayne blaming it on Supes for example), but the key element they'll be drawing from, teased in the quote, is their contrasting ideologies. In most of the recent contemporary storylines ("Infinite Crisis" being a good example), Batman is more of a vigilante with a more ruthless, any means necessary methodology. Whereas in comparison, Superman is much more squeaky clean in his moral code (though he gets his hands dirty too). They are essentially the opposite sides of the same coin; the same endgame goal: stopping crime and injustice, but with vastly different, even antithetical means.
3. They'll Be Using The Death Of Zod As An Element To Exploit Emotionally
What's interesting about this already textured and fraught-with-possibility ying and yang dynamic aside from being a kind of classic storytelling dichotomy, is that Superman already broke his own unwritten moral code at the end of "Man Of Steel" by killing General Zod (Michael Shannon). The move was deeply controversial, dividing fans who stressed that Superman "doesn't kill," full stop. But it was a rather brilliant move on the part of the writers because it gives Superman, a character with not a ton of inner conflict, some more demons to struggle with in the sequel (though admittedly, Goyer and Nolan's story gave Kal-El a great deal of identity crisis and conflict). Goyer has already suggested the ramifications of that act would be explored in the sequel and now that the sequel is a Batman/Superman movie, you can bet your sweet ass that's going to be a leveraging point of conflict between Batman and Superman.
It's pretty easy to see a first act where reports of a "Batman" come on to Clark Kent's radar and then he begins to investigate it as Superman. Imagine a scenario where Batman throws a criminal off a roof only to be saved by Superman. Henry Cavill castigates Batman for attempting to kill someone and Batman counters by revealing he knew Superman was there the entire time and he wanted to see what he would do. And at the same time pointing out the hypocrisy of not having any qualms of killing his fellow alien brethren Zod, much to Superman's bristling. Not that we have designs on writing this thing, but doesn't a sequence like that sound like it's full of conflict possibilities? You can rest assured the filmmakers of this film know this too. There's been numerous storylines in the comics where Batman has essentially said to Superman, "Why don't you go fuck off and fight crime elsewhere and I'll do my thing here in Gotham?" and its easy to conceive of a scene where the fundamentals of that scenario transpire in this new upcoming movie.
4. They Could Easily Borrow Selective Elements From Nolan's Series
Now imagine that same scenario, but before it begins, Lois Lane comes in with a news report that says the presumed-dead Bruce Wayne has returned to Gotham. Turns out he's been in the Bhutanese Himalayas all these years. Instantly the audience thinks of "Batman Begins" and all the training Bruce did under the League Of Shadows. Let's face it, the Batman/Bruce Wayne origin story has been told fairly recently, and they're not going to tackle it in this movies, so this would be an easy way to quickly dispense with it all. This presupposes we know all we need to about how Batman became Batman and we can get straight into the good stuff.
5. Christian Bale's Batman Doesn't Fit With This "Man Of Steel" World
Christian Bale won't be returning as Batman in this tale. It's as simple as that. While WB probably would love to have him for financial/box-office reasons, the actor's already stated he's way done with the character now that Christopher Nolan is done with the series. Furthermore if you want to exploit the at-odds dichotomy of Superman and Batman, you don't use the Batman presented in Nolan's films (again, selective elements). Bale's Batman doesn't kill either, something the Joker taunts and makes fun of too. He does have a moral code and part of the fun of "The Dark Knight" middle movie is the Joker trying to see if he can get Batman to break it, trying to remind him that they are much more similar than he would like to think. Sure, Batman does some immoral things with the weird sonar spying thing (also seemingly inspired by "Infinite Crisis"; Batman spies on other superheroes with a satellite), but he's still far genteel compared to the Batman in recent comics. No, for a Superman and Batman movie you want a more cynical, darker, less-hopeful Batman. The Batman who believes in Gotham and its citizens, who's always championing the good that will rise up in these people? That's not the Batman you want to face off against Superman. And hence, that's why one of the reasons you don't have Christian Bale in this film. And for good measure, we've run down a few different ways they could take the character.
6. A World That Builds Towards Justice League: Don't Expect Batman And Superman To Simply Just Fight Each Other
We could totally be wrong, but "The Wolverine" reminds us once again: the requisite compromises of superhero films dictate that you cannot mess with things too much (yes, Nolan did, but he's the outlier). Sure, Batman and Superman will face off against each other, but there's a plan in place and we know what it is: building towards a "Justice League" movie that's mooted for a 2017 release (a "Flash" film might come in 2016). So what the likely reads to us is Batman and Superman, by the end of the movie, at least joining forces to fight a common enemy (take your pick on who; that's another complicated story). If you want to build a bridge to "The Justice League" you're going to have to have them on the same side and that likely means fighting a mutual foe.
Though to be fair, Batman may not really fit into the "Justice League." Could you imagine Batman standing next to the Martian Manhunter in a movie? One direction filmmakers could go in is Batman essentially quitting the League before he even really joins (in the comics, Batman quit several times) and then you've got a superhero team more like "The Avengers" that doesn't need a tonal odd man out like Batman. He could quit and spin-off into his own movies. But something tells us WB seeing what Marvel accomplished don't want that. They'll want their brightest and best standing stand by side in a movie that also hits the billion dollar mark. And if that's the case, the mutual antagonism is only going to go so far. At some point they'll have to team up to vanquish foes. Even if at the end of the day they can't really tolerate one another. Maybe Wonder Woman will be the buffer...
Obviously, this is just our take on things and there are many other routes they could go, but we wouldn't be surprised if this was the road they take. For more on this topic, here's 5 Kinds of Batmans (Batmen?) The Filmmakers Could Go With & 5 Actors Who Could Play Them. Otherwise, sound off below with your thoughts.
MOVIE NEWS TODAY | August 12, 2013 4:36 AM
This movie will never be made, at least not with that queer faux-Superman actor from that "Man of Steel" MEGAFLOP of cinematic history. Pipe dream movie concepts are as real as watching industry award shows in your pyjamas.
Gregory | August 9, 2013 6:45 PM
So...now, writers, what do you think based on the recent news that they're possibly looking at Josh Brolin - an older man - to play Batman? Maybe Dark Knight Returns after all.
Fisher | July 31, 2013 4:43 PM
I'd love to see Bale back as Batman but if he is done then that's it. I hope they bring someone that deserves to be the character not some random actor and becomes famous based on what he does in the movie, it's a long way from now till the making and the release of this movie. I guess we'll have to wait and see.
DC in Florida | July 31, 2013 4:53 AM
I probably shouldn't comment, as I haven't yet seen "Man of Steel" because I'm going through some tough times, but I AM a devoted DC Comics fan, especially of Batman. Was Snyder's movie really so polarizing? I've heard such conflicting reviews, but most seem unhappy with it, although you'd never by tell looking at the box-office numbers.
I'm an old-school comic book fan, so I was a little unsure of the use of the newer Superman suit. It's a bit nit-picky (and admittedly embarrassing), but I'm just used to the classic "underwear on the outside" look, but I understand how modern audiences think it's outdated and cheesy, and Fanboys would probably ask me, "Why are you checkin' out Superman's JUNK anyway?"
With all that said, I'd love to see more Batman on the big screen, but only if Warner Bros. can find a creative team that is just as thoughtful, authentic, and dedicated as Nolan and Goyer were with their Batman trilogy. I think another, better MOS should be attempted before Batman is re-introduced to the big screen. And I agree with a few other commenters about Marvel's approach to "Avengers" being the way to go. We all want to see a Justice League film become a reality, but failing to make quality movies leading up to it will kill the excitement.
All the passionate criticism from fans is both encouraging AND disturbing. What's with all the hate? I'm sure Snyder didn't INTEND to make a disappointing movie.
LOL SUPARMEN N BAMAN | July 29, 2013 2:23 PM
Anyone who thought "Man of Steel" was worth a damn obviously has no clue what Superman is about, go back and read the comic book you slags.
Embarrassing someone makes such a terrible, awful plot hole filled movie like this and calls it a success.
Go back to making mediocre; nothing special movies like Sucker Punch, I figured this tool would ruin Superman.
Either drop the next film, or expect one boycott of any movie you touch from now on.
ProjectUltron | July 29, 2013 12:56 PM
6 things you can expect:
-Robotic acting which will inexplicably acclaimed by the fanboys just because they're playing the characters that they love.
-No time spent in making things matter on an emotional level and instead told what to feel which contradicts filmmaking and storytelling 101.
-Crappy cinematography in non-action scenes where it's not needed. Sorry my mistake, shaky cam is never needed.
-Thousands of plot elements & themes that'll introduced and then forgotten about never to be developed in order to create the illusion that's they're "deep" when it's just lazy.
-Idiotic symbolism that would insult the intelligence of 4 year olds.
-Legions of fanboys who'll bully anyone who would dare criticize this movie just because it has Nolan's name on it.
DannyC | July 29, 2013 12:33 PM
One of the things that works against introducing a new Batman in the next Superman movie is that audiences will have no emotional investment in this Batman. It's just a guy playing a new Batman that they drop into a Superman movie.
Want to build the excitement and potential conflict? Introduce the new Batman in his own movie or TEASE him at the end of the sequel. Let audiences become familiar with him first. After a decade of Nolan's trilogy that IS Batman and a radically different take on the character from out of nowhere could work against the movie.
Marvel took their time building up to an Avengers movie, WB obviously didn't learn anything fom them. What they should have announced was the MoS sequel and a re-boot of the Batman franchise (or continuation with Joseph Gordon Hewitt leading into a meeting between Superman and Batman).
And face it, WB will be shadowed by comparisons to Marvel's well paced approach to bringing the Avengers and a half dozen Marvel characters to the screen.
Bruce | July 29, 2013 11:56 AM
Bring back Bale!
cliff | July 29, 2013 11:50 AM
Love all the turd breath haters on here. If you don't like it so much why waste your time ranting and raving about MoS, Zach Snyder, or the new Superman/Batman movie? Oh right, you are a complete loser w nothing better to do. Sorry, I forgot!
btflash | July 29, 2013 6:47 AM
This whole thing is a bad idea.They have a hit in man of steel and now have to resort to teamimg superman up with batman?for once warner brothers seemed to get it right. Now its back to business as usual over there.These execs never learn.
DarkNightIsGreaterThanManOfSteel | July 29, 2013 1:58 AM
Bruce Wayne and Lex Luther will work together to find/develop kryptonite because they will both see Superman as a threat to the human race who needs to be controlled. Lex will probably try to weaponize kryptonite by creating metallo, while Batman will see that Superman is actually good. The movie will have Batman and Superman coming together to fight metallo. Batman can fight metallo while he has kryptonite in his chest and once that is disarmed then Superman can take him out.
Paul67 | July 27, 2013 6:33 PM
I think the sequel should give a large presence to Robin. Robin could work with Batman in the absence of Batman. Lex Luthor could use superman to reinforce is domination over the earth by menacing superman to do a genocide. Batman with the large help of Robin could prepare is return against Lex luthor. And I think that then the face off with Batman and Superman can appear. I think the medias in the sequels can have a large place, they can coverage the campaign of Lex luthor for presidency and they can coverage Superman in oversea war. That could give a lot of realism to the world of comic. Its my 2 cents point of view.
berk | July 27, 2013 2:28 PM
I like it when geeks bemoan the unseen deaths of bystanders in MoS but applaud explicit bystander deaths in shoot outs from Michael Mann's Heat as "authentic".
TheoC | July 27, 2013 12:42 PM
It'll never happen but I'd love to see a Kingdom Come movie. I love the relationship between Bats Supes and Wonder Woman in that.
Pubic Enemy | July 27, 2013 7:31 AM
Michael Fassbender, Guy Pearce or Josh Brolin for Batman!!!!!!!
PRESIDENT MAO | July 27, 2013 6:51 AM
Gina Carano would be a terrific Wonder Woman for the Justice League movie.
2-K | July 27, 2013 3:47 AM
Nice Write Up.
Akira Hojo | July 27, 2013 3:20 AM
Man of Steel was totally entertaining. I didn't want it to focus on romance nor gritty darkness of Nolan's Batman. And thank God, Snyder delivered it. A World's Finest movie would be cool but a bit too early I reckon.
If you read Grant Morrison's run on Justice League, you'll know that he was the most dangerous member in it. Every story arc shows how bad ass he can be, to a point even Wonder Woman saw him as a more attractive potential mate than Supe. Let's see what the future holds.
For all the Snyder/MoS haters, what would u've preferred to see in that movie?
Akira Hojo | July 27, 2013 3:19 AM
Man of Steel was totally entertaining. I didn't want it to focus on romance nor gritty darkness of Nolan's Batman. And thank God, Snyder delivered it. A World's Finest movie would be cool but a bit too early I reckon.
If you read Grant Morrison's run on Justice League, you'll know that he was the most dangerous member in it. Every story arc shows how bad ass he can be, to a point even Wonder Woman saw him as a more attractive potential mate than Supe. Let's see what the future holds.
For all the Snyder/MoS haters, what would u've preferred to see in that movie?
Gabe Toro | July 27, 2013 2:30 AM
And great job, Kevin, for NOT splitting this article into 5 different pages and thereby making us click again and again. Seriously. Good job on the restrain.
Remember, Less is More.
oogle monster | July 26, 2013 10:20 PM
1 thing we can definitely expect: it will suck if Snyder has anything to do with it. Remember when I tried to defend Man of Steel based on the trailer? Yeah, I suck. I take it all back. The movie was terrible. Snyder ruined everything. Nolan should just take his name off of the Exec Producing duties. Amy Adams should bow out while she can. Henry Cavill should continue to stage photo ops with Kaley Coconuts and other D-list celebs. Everything is rotten.
thislalife | July 26, 2013 8:39 PM
The secret you guys are missing here is Lex Luthor. No doubt will this iconic villain be introduced, probably as one as Wayne's friendly rivals, but he will also be on that Kryptonite shit!
thislalife | July 26, 2013 8:35 PM
The secret you guys are missing here is Lex Luthor. No doubt will this iconic villain be introduced, probably as one as Wayne's friendly rivals, but he will also be on that Kryptonite shit!
Chris | July 26, 2013 8:16 PM
8. 2 or 3 more years of articles just like this one on every online movie site because it's guaranteed to generate clicks.
Gabe Toro | July 26, 2013 7:51 PM
7. It will essentially be a Magic Mike sequel.
Andrew | July 26, 2013 7:41 PM
5 More Things You Can Expect With Zack Snyder's Batman/Superman
1. Snyder will find Batman's code of not killing a weakness whereas Nolan saw it as a virtue.
2. There won't be any internal angst or guilt from Superman for the massacre of hundreds of thousands of people in MoS. Snyder avoids genuine moral conflict (because he doesn't understand it).
3. Snyder will have Batman, perhaps with the help of a kryptonite ring, duke it out with Superman for 40 minutes... It will be boring, but Snyder thinks that's all the audience will want in a Bat/Supes movie.
4. People will likely die as a direct result of either Batman or Superman's actions. Neither will address it.
5. Teenagers will quickly forget the brilliance of Nolan's Batman films and declare this to be the best Batman on screen because, hey... at least here he's a "badass" in it and not crying or whining about Rachel.
6. Batman's costume will look fantastic. Despite lacking the basics in simple drama and storytelling, Snyder knows how to make cool threads.
Monica | July 26, 2013 7:34 PM
Please, good things coming from Snyder? It doesn't exist!


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The Houston Dynamo and Columbus Crew meet for a second time this season in what could be a crucial contest for both clubs when they face off Saturday evening at BBVA Compass Stadium. The Dynamo are still holding onto a tie for fifth place in the Eastern Conference and the final playoff spot, after a 1-1 home draw with the Chicago Fire last weekend. The Crew find themselves in eighth place in the division after a second successive defeat last weekend, a late 2-1 loss at Toronto FC.
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The Columbus Crew and Houston Dynamo renew acquaintances when the two Eastern Conference clubs meet for the first time this season at Crew Stadium on Saturday evening. The Crew are coming off an undefeated two-game road swing, following a 2-2 draw in New York, then advanced in the U.S. Open Cup following a midweek victory. The Dynamo ended a two-game losing slide with a 1-1 draw at Sporting KC last weekend, then also advanced in the Open Cup with a midweek home victory.
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Columbus Crew: Gruenebaum; Barson, Gehrig, Glauber, Wahl; Oduro, Tchani, Sanchez, Meram; Higuain, Arrieta
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Nice place with friendly staff. Location is great with lovely views of the town. Free breakfast is a winner too!
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The hillyou have to walk up to get thereis a little annoying. The hotel itself was fine, but for that price, I expected more.
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A nice place in a good little breezy spot up a hill. Lovely outdoor kitchen and seating area BUT the shower flowed over onto the floor of the room and the staff weren't very helpful or pleasant so not full marks!
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Had a wonderful time there. The owners & staff were great! They made breakfast every morning to order, and it was great. Very helpful and the place was clean! Friendly friendly friendly!! The owners are opening a backpacker hostel in Managua and we would stay there if we fly into Managua. Thank you so much for everything you did for us! We would stay there always if we are in San Juan del sur.
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Really nicely decorated with a great view. I booked a private room but got given a family room. Not quite as romantic. Then I realised I had to pay another $10 per night for air con. This should always be included. Found better rooms for better prices with air con. A Lacks atmosphere. It is just a nice room with a nice view. But that's it. Free breakfast is nice
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This hotel allows you some great views, while still staying right in town! They offer reliable wifi and a pretty good breakfast included. I stayed in a single room which offered a full private bathroom, tv, two fans, and a double bed. It was about $30 a night, right after Semana Santa.
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I cannot express how wonderful the staff are at hotel maracuya! I had lost my suitcase and before I could even panic the girl at the front desk (unfortunately I never got her name) was on the hunt. After calling who she knew, she found my suit case (a miracle, I know)!!! There were always friendly faces and welcoming conversations to enjoy! The hill is a bit of a trek but absolutely worth it! I would definitely stay here time and time again!
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Ancient teachings and quantum theory teach us that the universe is comprised of vibrations consisting of light, sound and information. I believe that everything carries a unique identifying vibration, somewhat like a genetic code. By using sacred geometry as expressed in nature, light, color, rhythm, sound and intention, I imbue my paintings with vibratory codes to inspire viewers. Icons emerge from meditations, dreams and synchronicity related to a metaphysical theme.
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The Heat and Oklahoma City get two days off before Sundays NBA Finals Game 3. No off days, however, for the sports conspiracy crowd that looks at the NBA the way the John Birch Society looks at the past 70 years.
For conspiracy buffs, the NBA Finals ranks somewhere between a midnight movie showing of Capricorn One and two weeks vacation at Area 51. The Goodyear blimp might as well be a black helicopter. Every officiating call gets the Zapruder film treatment and stand clear if such analysis reveals a questionable call that would fall in line with the prevailing theory of NBA Commissioner David Stern as master puppeteer.
Oh, and can I get a disappeared witness on this after Thursday? The game-long murmurs that the NBA wanted to make sure of at least a five-game series erupted into howls when Oklahoma Citys Kevin Durant didnt get the benefit of a foul call on LeBron James on Durants short baseline jumper that couldve tied the game in the final seconds. Had they been a receiver and a defensive back downfield in the NFL, James mightve drawn an illegal contact flag, which might say as much about modern NFL officiating as NBA playoff whistling.
And what about Durant and Serge Ibakas clean double-block of Heat forward Chris Bosh that got ruled goaltending, gifting two points to the Heat? Clear evidence of skullduggery at the crossroads, come the moans from some message boards and Twitter.
Just like Heat forward Shane Battiers sudden improvement from three-point range can only mean an NBA operative in Butte assists every other shot using satellite guidance systems the league bought from the former Soviet Union. Isnt it obvious?
No foul on Durant
This all ignores that had officials really wanted to bury Oklahoma City, they wouldve fouled out Durant for a charge when he crashed into Battier on a fourth-quarter drive down the lane. Instead, they just got the close call right (I didnt think Battier got his feet set before Durants takeoff).
Also, if the NBAs been orchestrating things over the years to the benefit of their television partners, how did San Antonio, the best sports franchise America refuses to embrace, wind up with four NBA titles in the past 14 seasons? Galactus in the league office cant stop the Spurs fantastic four of Parker, Coach Pop, Manu and Tim Duncan?
I know of these conspiracy nuts. My sports-loving mother, during her time living in Detroit, once insisted Detroits Bad Boys carried Michael Jordans Bulls to Game 7 of the 1990 Eastern Conference final on orders from the NBA. Otherwise, my mothers a semi-reasonable person.
Some of this is the NBAs fault. Their lax security allowed referee Tim Donaghy to do all he shouldnt, get busted for it, then get a platform for feeding the Fix is In crowd. In the NFL, an official puts his house up for sale when the league wasnt expecting it and he gets a phone call the next day: Everything all right with you?
The NBA turns the unveiling of the Draft Lotterys results into a half-hour show, but refuses to show fans the real drama of the balls actually being selected. There are people who, quivering hands clutching credential holders with tickets and pre-filled Lotto cards, watch Lotto numbers being sucked into tubes. Yet the NBA wont show us the simplest event guaranteed to draw ratings.
ESPNs Jim Rome asked Stern bluntly this week if the lottery was fixed. Stern responded by dropping into verbal eye-rolling mode, then making droll sport of Rome.
Stern conveniently ignores that doing the lottery out of the public eye guarantees deep suspicion no matter how many independent auditors and team representatives view it. Hey, the team reps might be in on the sham, according to the theorists.
Ridiculous, but longtime hoop fans might remember the American Basketball Association used to hold its entire draft in secret because teams were cutting deals to put the best draws in the best places for each franchise (i.e., University of Kentucky star Dan Issel winding up with the Kentucky Colonels).
Cavs got top pick
How different does that look from forever-moribund Cleveland suddenly becoming relevant by winding up with the No. 1 overall pick the year everyone knew that would be Akron-born LeBron James? Or formerly NBA-owned New Orleans getting the No. 1 overall pick months after New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson takes the team off the NBAs hands.
Of course, its coincidence. Probably. Just like the officiating right? The mass postgame reaction puts added amusement to following sports these days. But conspiracy devotees beware theyre tracking your key strokes.


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What's Next For The UK Graduate Labour Market?
Graduate Labour Market Research at Warwick Institute for Employment Research (IER)
Graduate employability is a hot topic in the media at the moment, with much talk about the fierce competition for graduate jobs. But what has really been happening to the UK graduate labour market during the recession? Academics from the Warwick Institute for Employment Research are conducting a large-scale project called Futuretrack which looks at the 2005/2006 cohort of UCAS applicants and analyses their labour market experiences.
Higher education and skills policy are at the centre of debates in the media, politics and academic spheres. Hotly contested topics include the numbers of graduates produced, the value of their degrees, and the rapidly changing landscape of the university fees system in England. Graduate employment issues in particular have been central to these debates, with various statistics highlighting the unprecedented competition for 'graduate' jobs, or alleging that too few graduates are entering employment related to their degree, and that increasing numbers of graduates have been finding that the jobs on offer neither match their skills nor reward them for their investment in three or four years of study. Media reports, on the whole, paint a pretty depressing picture of the prospects facing recent graduates. How far are such claims correct? Researchers at the Institute for Employment Research (IER) at the University of Warwick are working to provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the UK's graduate labour market.
The Graduate Labour Market (GLM) programme of research at the IER is coordinated by Professor Kate Purcell and Professor Peter Elias. It covers a range of projects on the relationship between higher education and employment, including longitudinal surveys and programmes of interviews to investigate graduates' early labour market experiences, doctoral study, and the impact of higher education expansion on equal opportunities and economic development. A research project titled Seven Years On (looking at the career paths of '95 graduates) and the Class of '99 studies have investigated the changing labour market and its relationship with higher education. At the core of the current programme is Futuretrack, a longitudinal study of applicants for a place in full-time higher education in 2006, exploring the relationship between higher education, their career aspirations and labour market opportunities.
What have we found?
Seven Years On investigated the work histories of people graduating in 1995, and carried out meticulous analysis of existing data on graduate employment and occupational trends, drawing on a wide range of UK data sources in addition to the longitudinal survey conducted that covered graduates from 38 UK higher education institutions representing the full range of undergraduate provision. One of the main outputs of that project was the development of the Standard Occupational Classification (Higher Education) (SOC(HE)), which explicitly addresses the evolving labour market and has been used widely by researchers, careers advisers, policy-makers and pollsters to make sense of the increasingly diverse range of jobs in which UK graduates work. The Seven Years On study found that, in 2002, graduates were doing a wider range of jobs than graduates in the past - partly as a result of economic restructuring, technological change and related change in the demand for highly-skilled labour, partly as a result of changes in the labour supply. Moreover, it did not appear that the expansion of higher education has led to deterioration in opportunities for graduates. The evidence from the early careers of 1995 graduates indicated that there was little evidence of over-supply of graduates or of their widespread failure to get appropriate jobs.
The Class of '99 study followed graduates from course completion to a point some four years after leaving university, reflecting the recent growth in numbers entering Higher Education and assessing whether the labour market had absorbed the extra graduates at the end of Century. This study found that the market for graduates remained strong, with 85 per cent of employed graduates in graduate-level jobs four years after leaving university, and that employers continued to be prepared to pay a premium to employ graduates, even in jobs that also employ non-graduates. However, there were some indications that by 2003, the rate of increase of the earnings of those who graduated in 1999 does not appear to have kept pace with earnings increases more generally in the economy – perhaps a symptom of decline in the excess demand for graduate skills and knowledge that characterised the situation prevailing throughout the 1990s.
But what about the recession?
What is going on in the graduate labour market at the moment? The large study, Futuretrack, has been following the 2005/2006 cohort of the University and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS) applicants starting from their initial application to higher education. The project is about to survey respondents for the fourth time. This latest survey will ask about their labour market experiences and promises to be especially interesting as the majority of Futuretrack participants have graduated in 2009, part of the so-called 'Generation Crunch', the first group of university-leavers to experience the effects of the UK recession and to have paid up to £3,225 of top-up fees per year of university study. Findings from this phase of the research will provide much-needed evidence about the options available to new graduates and the routes they took, whether into the jobs of their dreams, stop-gap employment to pay the bills, or on to further study.
Futuretrack focuses on recent graduates but is concerned to assess their experiences within the wider context of education, careers and occupational change. Themes that the data will allow us to explore include what 'graduate employability' means in practice, how the current outcomes and opportunities of 2005-6 HE applicants and other members of their cohort who entered the labour market compare with those of the new graduates, and the impact of debt, gap years and postgraduate study on the experiences and attitudes of graduates. It will explore the question whether it is a good idea for people to get any kind of job, or wait for the kind of job they really want – an issue recently discussed in the Guardian Live Chat session on filler jobs.
Findings from the Futuretrack cohort prior to graduation were largely positive, although they have highlighted the very different experiences, resources and opportunities available to different categories of student. At the third survey, towards the end of their undergraduate courses, over 80 per cent of respondents believed that they possessed the skills employers were likely to be looking for when recruiting for the kind of jobs they wanted to apply for, while only six per cent of respondents disagreed with the statement that they had the skills they thought employers would be looking for. But were they right, and are there jobs for them to apply for? The fourth stage of the survey that is being conducted this Autumn will provide robust evidence to address these questions.
Not a one-off survey
The experience of Futuretrack participants regarding education and work can also be compared to earlier cohorts who graduated in 1995 and 1999, and contribute to our understanding of how the labour market and work organisation have been changing over the last 15 years. What awaits UK graduates in the future? The higher education landscape is in a state of flux, and there are many uncertainties about how it will develop in the equally uncertain economic climate, not to mention the as-yet-unknown effects of introducing variable annual fees up to £9,000, which will come into effect in Autumn 2012. The IER's research on the graduate labour market is anticipating these questions, and will continue to investigate this complex area, to provide insightful analyses and answers. Watch this space!
Listen to Professors Kate Purcell and Peter Elias, from the Institute of Employment Research, discuss the value of a degree:
Listen to a Knowledge Centre interview with Daria Luchinskaya about graduate skills utilisation in small UK businesses:
The Warwick Institute for Employment Research was established by the University of Warwick in 1981. The IER is one of Europe's leading centres for research in the labour market field. Its work includes comparative European research on employment and training as well as that focusing on the UK at national, regional and local level. The IER is concerned principally with the development of scientific knowledge about the socioeconomic system rather than with the evolution and application of one particular discipline.
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Livanos, Ilias and Nunez, Imanol (2011) The effect of higher education on the gender wage-gap. International Journal of Education Economics and Development . ISSN 1759-5681 Access to file(s) may be restricted.


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Weird Photo Wednesday, February 1st, 2012Submitted by James Rogers on Wed, 02/01/2012 - 4:18pm
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LEBANON, Ohio (AP) -- Commissioners in southwest Ohio's Warren County have approved plans for a $175 million "racino" about 30 miles north of Cincinnati.
The Cincinnati Enquirer (http://cin.ci/SUYaek ) reports the facility approved Tuesday will combine horse racing with up to 2,500 slots-like gambling terminals.
Construction is expected to start in December, and it's slated to open in 2014 if the state approves.
The 120-acre site near Interstate 75 will employ about 700 people. It is expected to include a grandstand, restaurants and other buildings.
It wouldn't be the state's first so-called racino. Scioto Downs in Columbus opened one in June, and others are in the works.
Cincinnati also is getting a new casino, which is scheduled to open next spring.


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A LORRY driver who died after a crash which occurred while police cleared a dead badger from the A34 has been named.
Jose Antonio Castro-Gonzalez, 61, from Bedford, died in Oxford's John Radcliffe Hospital after the incident last Friday.
Two lorries collided while a police officer was removing a dead badger from the road by Marcham at about 3am.
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MIDLOTHIAN -- They stood in line for hours.
It's what a small Texas town does when a life-long Texan dies.
"When things like this happen, this community always rallied around each other to show love and support for hometown people," said KC Bernard, who grew up in Midlothian.
Chad Littlefield isn't originally from Midlothian, but the girl he married is. She is an assistant principal and her father just retired as fire marshal.
Littlefield was shot and killed last weekend beside his dear friend, former Navy SEAL Chris Kyle.
"You know the town has grown tremendously. It isn't the town it was when I was in school and Chad's wife was in school and when Chris was in school here, but we still have the hometown feel and the love and support for one another," Bernard said of the tremendous turnout at Littlefield's visitation.
His funeral is Friday, with Chris Kyle's memorial service scheduled for Monday at Cowboys Stadium. Then Tuesday, the body of the deadliest sniper is U.S. history will be taken to Austin to be buried.
Police are anticipating a large turnout, with hundreds of motorcycles and police cars in the procession, and thousands of Texans lining Interstate-35.
"Again, it's just a great community to be a part of," Bernard said. "I'm glad to say I grew up here."
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Students making a difference around the world
July 11, 2008
Many students are using their summer break to earn college credit and gain real-world experience by participating in Bryan's internship program. Some examples include Jonathan Barnett at the State Department in the Bahamas; Nathan Horne at the Riverbend Festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee; and 18 students in mission-focused internships in six countries. Here are details on two internship experiences:
Brian Messer, a Bryan senior, is interning this summer at Faith and Action (FAA) in Washington, D.C. Located across the street from the U.S. Supreme Court Building, FAA is a Christian outreach whose mission is "to challenge Capitol Hill with Biblical Truth and change the nation one policymaker at a time."
During his internship at FAA, Brian has had opportunities to meet U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch, Haitian ambassador Raymond Joseph, Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, Federal Judge Eric Bruggink, and Founder of Liberty Counsel and Dean of Liberty University School of Law Mathew Staver.
Charles Colson, former Special Counsel to President Richard Nixon and founder of Prison Fellowship Ministries, recently marked the release of his four-session DVD curriculum, Charles Colson on Politics and the Christian Faith. Brian is pictured here with Dr. Colson at a reception following that event held in the U.S. Capitol Building.
On the other side of the world, three current students, Kim Woody, Ben Johnson, and Conner Armstrong, and one Bryan graduate, Joel Trigger, have been working since May at a Rwandan Christian non-government organization MOUCECORE (Christian Movement for Evangelization, Counseling, and Reconciliation).
The interns are developing new tools for getting out the word about MOUCECORE's important work in Rwanda so others may support MOUCECORE through service, prayer, and finances. Their projects include creating a newsletter, brochures, case studies, and a website.
In addition to the office work they are doing, Kim, Ben, and Conner (pictured left to right) have also traveled to many villages and have seen firsthand the positive impact MOUCECORE is having in Rwanda. After a brief stop in Slovakia, the interns will return to the U.S. on August 7.


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The appeal of football, to me, can be elusive.
It took years of shooting prep football before I finally turned to ask someone standing nearby "Who the heck is 'D' and why do they keep yelling at him?"
I know. Pathetic.
But I do appreciate the athletic skill and dedication of the players. Sometimes, I can even get the feel for a game and know what's happening, and yes, even get excited about it.
But the day I went to IMG to shoot international football players felt a bit different to me.
Coaches yelling in Swedish and Russian? It was like wearing plaid and checks together; jarring.
As I watched the players warm up, it seemed a bit different from what I'm used to. No endless lines of kids counting their jumping jacks aloud. These guys were quiet. Zen.
When I spotted these players stretching, it seemed that this image could illuminate the feeling of international football -- different, but the same.
It is, after all, football.
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He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Cody Strickland; his mother, Gladys Strickland; and brother, Kenneth Ray Strickland.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Strickland; his daughter, Cassie Strickland; his grandson, Brayden Jackson; his sister, Carolyn Oliver of Mississippi; his brothers, Larry Strickland of Mississippi and Marty Strickland of Texas; and a host of nieces and nephews.
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Colorful Beef Stir-Fry Recipe
"This recipe might be similar to a beef stir-fry you've had before, but I really like the easy sesame-ginger marinade and the vibrant mix of vegetables," writes Deb Blendermann from Boulder, Colorado.
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 pound boneless beef sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil, divided
- 1 small green pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 small onion, cut into chunks
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1/4 cup sliced celery
- 1 small zucchini, julienned
- 1/2 cup fresh snow peas
- 1/2 cup canned bean sprouts, rinsed and drained
- Hot cooked rice or linguine, optional
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place beef in a large resealable plastic bag; add half of the marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
- In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth. Stir in reserved marinade; set aside. Drain and discard marinade from beef. In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, cook beef in 1 teaspoon oil until no longer pink; drain. Remove and keep warm.
- In the same pan, stir-fry green pepper and onion in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Add carrot and celery; cook 2-3 minutes longer. Add zucchini and snow peas; stir-fry for 1 minute. Stir in bean sprouts and heat through.
- Stir broth mixture and stir into vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Return beef to the pan; heat through. Serve over rice or linguine if desired. Yield: 4 cups.
Originally published as Colorful Beef Stir-Fry in Cooking for 2 Spring 2007, p10
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This was very good. I added more vegetables and a lot more bean sprouts (I love them.) It would be good with chicken too I think.
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Assuming we can trust someone who is in prison for running a Ponzi scheme, Nevin Shapiro sure liked to splash the cash when it came to University of Miami football players. Just how much? Well, The 7th Floor breaks it all down for us, detailing each of the alleged payments Shapiro made to players for various accomplishments.
According to their accounting, Devin Hester was the most frequent recipient of Shapiro's largesse, collecting eight payments that totalled $7,500. Among the more awesome gifts Hester allegedly received was $500 for excessive celebration on his touchdown during Miami's 38-3 victory over Florida on Sept. 6, 2003.
A closer look at some of Shapiro's bounties reveal that he had quite the thing for Florida State's Chris Rix. No fewer than three players were allegedly given money for being rough with the quarterback. Sean Taylor got $1,000 for one hit and Jon Vilma got two $1,000 checks for hits on Rix in separate games. Not surprisingly, the Oct. 11, 2003 game against Florida State was the most expensive, costing Shapiro $3,500 in bounties.
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We think these quirky little matchbooks are perfect for adding a personal touch to candle favors at the bridal shower. The cute umbrella design showers her with love! Choose from 17 book colors, over 30 foil ink colors, and 3 font styles to customize; specify the bride's name and event date for personalization. Over 50 design motifs available! Standard flip matchbooks are sold in packs of 100. Each matchbook measures 2" w x 1 7/8" h.Read more...
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I ordered 200. 100 - black with gold lettering and 100 - white with silver lettering. I added a bling to all the matches, didn't take very long because I add bling to...Read complete review
I ordered 200. 100 - black with gold lettering and 100 - white with silver lettering. I added a bling to all the matches, didn't take very long because I add bling to everything these days however... The black matches: over half of the black match books have scratches on the front where the lettering is. The scratches have rubbed off some of the black and white is showing through. Not a big deal really because they're not party favors - just putting them around the bar area and whom ever sees them can take one or not. The white matches: very happy with the way they came out although these also had a scratch mark on them but I was able to rub it out.
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I'm not one to write bad reviews but I was really, really disappointed in this purchase. I wasn't looking for perfection and I understand that out of 100 matchbooks, you're going to have...Read complete review
I'm not one to write bad reviews but I was really, really disappointed in this purchase. I wasn't looking for perfection and I understand that out of 100 matchbooks, you're going to have a few 'not so great' ones. In my case, I ended up with just a handful of 'okay' ones. I would have been embarrassed to offer these to my wedding guests, as the first three letters of my name were barely legible on just about every matchbook. It's as if the foil didn't print or transfer correctly but they just sent them to me anyway. Gee thanks :( It was my first order with the Knot and this was a bit of bummer.
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Love them!
By Stacey L
from Franklin, OH
About Me Bride
Comments about The Knot Wedding Shop personalized matchbooks:
I was nervous about ordering these because of a few bad reviews I read, but I am very glad I did! They turned out beautiful. The colors are vibrant and the words weren't smeared. We ordered 400 for our October wedding.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Fun Addition To The Wedding
By Mama Sandy
from Minnesota
About Me Parent Of Bride/Groom
Our guests got a big kick out of matches. So many people use just lighters now and everyone kept saying how good it would be to have a book of matches in "the drawer" at home! They are decent quality and nicely made. I would recommend them at your wedding or party!
By Lo
from Santa Fe, NM
I really enjoyed having these for my wedding! They were a great addition to our cigar bar. The colors were a little but different than what I thought they would be, but they still fit our theme. Delivery was great.. They arrived in no time at all. Overall, I would recommend getting these.. Can't beat the price!
Great service
By Grace
from Kansas City
Matchbooks made a fun addition to wedding- nice keepsake for guests.
Good Bargain
By KLRR
from CT
We bought these match books for our sparkler send-off. They matched our theme and were a fun addition to the wedding.
Great quality and excellent print!
By Mrs. W
from México
I loved the matchbooks that I order, they have good quality printing and they would look great as a wedding detail. Also the delivery was really fast. :)
Very happy with these matches!
By Bride
from Chicago, IL
I liked the idea of matches for a favor because I love everything old school. I bought them while on sale. When I received them, I was very pleased overall. Sure, there's an imperfection here and there, but nothing major at all. They're great for the price! I definitely recommend these!
By Julie B. Bride to be
from Kettering, OH
I ordered these matches for my wedding. We are doing a Luau theme. I am going to place a matchbook on each table of the reception hall so our guests can light the candles on the tables. I picked the palm trees and kissing fish to go with our theme. They are absolutely beautiful. I am so happy right now. My wedding is scheduled for Aug. 9th 2014. I looked at each matchbox and all of them are perfect. I even pulled one out for my own use and lit a match. It lit on the first strike. The quality is exceptional!! My fiance and I have been doing all of the planning and purchasing items for our grand day. The knot made life easier by providing a great product. We received it in the mail in a timely fashion as well. I highly recommend this product. Thank you!!!
Just What I wanted!
By Codman Estate Bride
from Bedford, MA
I was very hesitant when I ordered these matches. I read and re-read everyone's reviews and they scared me. But I'm so excited that I decided to just GO FOR IT! I just got them in the mail today and they are just as they looked in the picture! Absolutely perfect! I'm going to be attaching one match book to each sparkler for my exit ceremony from the rehearsal dinner. I can't wait!
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Okay for the sale price
By Bride to be
from Wausau, WI
We ordered 200 of these for favors at our wedding. I'm glad they were on sale and we got free shipping because they aren't worth any more than the sale price. One half of our matches turned out good but the ink easily wipes off. The second half is so poorly done that we can't even read our personalizatoin. Overall, we are dissapointed with the outcome of these.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Merchant response: We are so sorry that you received some of your matches in poor condition. We don't see that you have contacted us, please contact us and we will love to speak to you in regards to some options.
Great for what we wanted
By Nicolette
from Indiana
We were looking for matches that were inexpensive just to have as a bonus wedding thank you to set out on tables. These went way on sale and so we ordered 200 white with blue writing. They are perfect for what we were looking for. I would say I probably wouldn't pay full price for these as they are screen printed on and not embossed like some more expensive sites would be. But they are exactly what we expected and wanted! Also, the communiction and timeliness of the shipping through this site is great!
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Not bad
By dithy
from Boston, MA
I purchased 200 navy matte matchbooks with white script writing and the champagne flutes image. I was initially hesitant to buy them based on previous reviews, but I was able to get them at a great sale, so I said, What the heck. I was pleasantly surprised. I recommend the script font, as it was done clearly and straight. A little of the ink on the champagne flutes rubbed off a little bit on a few (I think because of how they are packaged on top of each other), but nothing that is too noticeable. I plan to include these with a plain votive as a favor, so I was excited to get a cute personalized touch at a great price. Also - the matches are good quality! The book comes with 32 matches that lit easily. My fiance and I are both happy we bought them.
Very disappointed in this product
By Kim
The price is too good to be true and here's why...I would say 85 out of the 100 books are all scratched up. I think it's from the staples and the way they are packaged but regardless, I wanted these for the outside tables on the terrace at my wedding and now I need to find another company that can provide good quality match books.
Merchant response: We really hope you can give us a call and let's get another set out to you so they arrive in great condition. We are very sorry to hear this is how yours were received indeed. 1.800.390.9784
By Smudged
from Clermont, FL
I was so excited to get these but after looking through them I was disappointed to find that most are smudged making them hard to read.
Metalic print wasn't really metalic
By skabride
from Homewood, IL
The matches were all printed well and looked just as we expected - HOWEVER, we selected the red metallic print on the matte black, and the red was not really metallic AT ALL. it's simply a glossy red print. A little disappointing and did not look nearly as cool as in the preview before ordering. Still, we felt good about the price, and they're still good as a little 'extra touch'.
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Poor Printing Quality
By Kitty6981
from New Jersey
I am very disappointed in the quality of the printing on these matchbooks. The printing is smudged, scratched off, and very difficult to read. I am thankful I decided not to use these for my favors, rather at my cigar bar. Just be prepared many will need to be discarded. I am surprised The Knot stands behind such poor quality.
Nice Keepsake
By The Bride's Mom
from Cleveland, OH
I ordered 200 matchbooks with two different designs for my daughter's wedding. We left them out at the bar and fortunately, I saved a few for the bride and groom, because they were all picked up by guests!
Perfect for the price
By Ms Badger 16
from Nashwauk, MN
I'm setting these out next to votive glasses with the same personalization for guests to light during reception and take home afterwards. Are they the best quality matchbooks money can buy? In a word, no. Will they light a candle or a cigarette? You betcha. The printing is good enough for the purpose. Most of mine came out perfect. I wouldn't pay the full price for this but if you catch it on sale its a great deal for the price and its a nice touch.
Colors are off
By LBLK
from NYC
I ordered periwinkle and it's definitely more of a lavender. They do not match my colors at all now.
matches matched exactly!
By Scuba Bride
from Columbus, Ohio
Color greatQuality greatDelivery greatCouldn't ask for more!
By MH
Great matchbooks. Only downside is because of the way they are packed together the black (striker) part of the matchbook rubs off on the nice designed front of another book. You have to clean them off individually as you take them out of the box.
Awesome matchbooks!
By softballgirl659
I was pleasantly surprised when I received this item. Not only did it come very quickly, especially for the amount I order, (300) but they were perfectly printed on, no mistake or smudges. I had read previous reviews so I was hesitant but since there was a sale I figured I would give it a try and I am glad I did. Turned out fantastic!
Cheap Matchbooks
By Neil
from Indianapolis, IN
About Me Groom
These matchbooks were cheap and were able to be personalized to match our wedding colors, which was nice.The quality isn't great regarding the use of the matches themselves (i.e. lighting the matches can be difficult). However, I wouldn't say the quality of these matchbooks is any different from other matchbooks that can be bought at a local store (and wouldn't be personalized)For the price, I would say these were a good purchase, but not great.
By Caitlin
from Canton, GA
These were a great deal and I really like them. However, the image on the matchbook (the love birds) is a little distorted on each one. The beak on one of the birds is a slightly cut off. This is not enough to really bother me, so I am overall happy with the purchase.
Super Cute Throwback
By Happy Happy Girl
from St. Augustine, FL
Nobody in my wedding party or any of our guests smoke but I still wanted these as a keepsake. My parents still have match books from their wedding that they have hung onto for 40 years. Theses favors are simple but fun. Loved them and I plan on holding on to them for a very long time.
By CC
from Albany, NY
I love how our personalized matchbooks came out! I am so so glad I took advantage of the sale and got them for less than a 1/3 of what they normally cost. I got 3 different sets of 100. They are going to be great for our wedding reception, functional and fun! We're going to put them in bowls on the bar, in the welcome gift bags for our out of town guests and also present them to people when we give them cigars. Some are less than perfect with smudged ink (as you can see in pic) but still a great value!
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silver with purple foil. black with silver foil
Love these matchbooks!
By Happy Bride
from Baltimore MD
We selected the matte finish and non-foil ink and all were perfect - no rub-offs as reported by other comments.
By Wendy
from The woodlands, Texas
I'm vey happy with the matchbooks. I'm very pleased with the color and the anchor picture on it. The print is very easy to read. My fiancé and I weren't even planning on buying these but I got an email and they were on sale! Very happy with purchase! We plan on having these as a small favor at the bar area.
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I would order again!
By Stephanie
from Oxnard
The previous reviews weren't great, but I took a risk and loved what we received! The matches lit, the colors were perfect and the picture of the dice (we are getting married in a casino town) were perfect.
By Soon to be a Fink
from Queens, NY
Product quality exceeded our expectations! Price was the best online. We will be using these for a little extra something at our wedding and ordered enough for close family to have a bunch. The printing is done very well. We are completely satisfied with this product.
Service and delivery comments:
Customer service is incredible. Our order actually got lost in the mail. The first thing I was asked is how soon I needed them to make sure they arrived in time for our event. The order was traced and returned to sender. It was promptly rerouted to a new address to ensure delivery. Required little to no effort on my part. I will absolutely continue ordering from the knot!
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CATEGORIES MoviesMel Gibson has some company in his quest to bring the story of Jewish leader Judah Maccabee to theaters. Producer Bruce Nash ('Modern Marvels') is planning his own version of the Hanukkah origin story, with eyes on making it either a film or a television miniseries. Obviously Nash isn't as high-profile as Gibson, but he also doesn't have Gibson's scandalous anti-Semitic baggage either. Nash's project has another edge: a finished script by Scott Abbott, who wrote 'Winchell' and co-wrote 'Introducing Dorothy Dandridge' for HBO.
Gibson's project is set up at Warner Bros., but the script -- by 'Basic Instinct' screenwriter Joe Eszterhas -- is still in development. Despite his past, Gibson explained that he was inspired by the story of Maccabee, which features Old Testament-style battles involving elephants and a lead character who "just snapped."
Naturally, Jewish leaders have not been happy with Gibson's plans to tell the story, calling the project "an insult to Jews." Rabbi Marvin Hier of Los Angeles's Simon Wiesenthal Center Museum of Tolerance said, "Casting him as a director or perhaps as the star of Judah Maccabee is like casting Madoff to be the head of the Securities and Exchange Commission, or a white supremacist as trying to portray Martin Luther King Jr."
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