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2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Autobiography
$63,525 base start, $103,435 as tested
We drove the all-new 2014 Ranger Rover Sport HSE last year and were impressed with its look, ride and interior quality. Its V-6 engine was spirited, but we wanted a bit more power. Along comes the Range Rover Sport Autobiography with a supercharged 5.0-liter V-8, paired with a smooth 8-speed automatic. With 510 horsepower and 625 pound-feet of torque, the SUV was robust and sure-footed on the highway, even on a recent drive through chaotic South Florida traffic. The four-wheel drive and the stability-control system kept the car under control, even in heavy summer downpours. The Rover sits high, so, without a running board, it was difficult for Lyra to get in and out. ...
The Daily Drivers: 2015 Hyundai Sonata08/21/14Autos
When Hyundai came out with the sixth-generation Sonata, it was a wakeup call for midsize sedans and other manufacturers' mundane styling. With its "Fluidic Sculpture" design, the Sonata dared to be different. Now for the new generation Sonata, Hyundai — for better or for worse — has reined in those sculptural flourishes.
Appearance: Overall, the 2015 Sonata is longer and wider. In fact, it's now classified as a large sedan. Lyra sees the new design as a natural progression to a more mature look. Peter thinks it now looks like most of its competitors — generic. Still, he will admit that the sloping, coupelike roofline, especially with our tester's panoramic sunroof, is a winning design. But he doesn't care for the wider, more stately grille that now wears its Hyundai badge on an unattractive black insert. Some nicer touches on our Limited tester: an integrated spoiler on the rear decklid, dual chrome exhaust tips and LED running lights and taillights....
The Daily Drivers: 2014 Lexus IS 350 F Sport sedan, convertible different animals08/13/14Autos
When we drove the redesigned Lexus IS 250 last year, we were impressed with the new look, but were left wanting a bit more power under the hood. The IS 350 F Sport, with more power, may be our answer. We drove the sedan, which carries hints of Lexus' future, as well as the convertible, which seems stuck in the past.
Appearance: It's a tale of two generations. The sedan's makeover is dominated by the distinctive hourglass-shaped grille, which gives the car a menacing look. The new sheet metal includes sculpted character lines that sweep up from the bottom of the car and blend into the rear body panels. These lines define the sweep of the body. Lyra is troubled by the taillights; she imagines the designer falling asleep with pencil in hand and his lines trailing off the drawing board. The F Sport package adds 18-inch five-spoke graphite alloy wheels and dual chrome exhaust. It's a sharp-looking sedan. The same can't be said for the convertible, which carries on the previous generation's no-drama design. The rear can look somewhat out of proportion because it has to accommodate the hardtop roof. Otherwise, the convertible has an attractive, coupelike profile when the top is raised. (Lyra thinks the trunk lid, which spans the width of the convertible, is extremely heavy. And there's no power lift gate.)...
The Daily Drivers: 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD LTZ08/06/14Autos
If a crossover just doesn't meet your needs, then Chevrolet's Tahoe may fill the bill. The full-size SUV shares body-on-frame construction with the Silverado truck and is built for big jobs: towing, hauling, off-roading. For 2015, Chevy redesigned the Tahoe, upgrading the interior, exterior and engine. But all that versatility comes at a steep price.
Appearance: Chevy has improved on the boxy appearance of the previous generation. The Tahoe now carries a bolder and more attractive chrome-trimmed grille — slatted in the top-level LTZ trim like our tester — swept-back bilevel headlights and streamlined sheet metal. Our LTZ had the premium White Diamond Tricoat paint ($995), which adds a classy touch along with the 20-inch alloy wheels....
The Daily Drivers: 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD07/24/14Autos
When Toyota introduced the Highlander in 2001, it was one of the first true "crossovers," and the midsize SUV has had a long and successful run. For 2014, the Highlander has been redesigned with a bolder look and higher-quality cabin. Our tester was the hybrid version, which gave us a case of sticker shock for a nonluxury family hauler.
Appearance: The new look is sleeker and more athletic. The Highlander gains a more macho black-slatted trapezoidal grille similar to the Tundra pickup's. The grille is trimmed with chrome, and a horizontal bar extends out on each side of the Toyota badge into the slender upswept headlights. Character lines sweep back along the body, which is accented by high wheel wells. Our tester's paint — Ooh La La Rouge Mica — is a rich burgundy color that really pops in the sunlight, along with the 19-inch Chromtec alloy wheels....
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2015 Mazda6 Grand Touring
$21,190 base start, $33,345 as tested; MPG: 28 city/40 highway; mazdausa.com/mazda6
Not much has changed for the 2015 Mazda6, which is a good thing. This new-generation sedan is one of the more stylish in the midsize segment. Our tester was the vivid Soul Red, which is one of our favorite red finishes. The 2.5-liter SkyActiv-G engine produces 184 horsepower and 185 pound-feet of torque. The base model comes with a rare-in-its-class manual transmission, with an available upgrade to a 6-speed automatic. For 2015, Mazda introduced new packages for lower trims. One feature we were intrigued with is the i-ELOOP regenerative engine braking, which comes with the Technology Package ($2,080). The system captures energy when you take your foot off the gas pedal. The car then stores that energy to help power in-car electronics, such as the air conditioning and power steering. Mazda says it saves fuel by as much as 5 percent. The technology package also includes safety features such as radar cruise control, forward-obstruction warning and lane-departure warning. ...
The Daily Drivers: 2015 Chrysler 200S07/10/14Autos
Finally, Chrysler has a midsize sedan that can live up to its "Imported from Detroit" ad slogan. The all-new 200 is the successor to some really mediocre cars — think Sebring sedan and the previous-generation 200 — that only really seemed to find homes in the nation's rental-car fleets. No more.
Appearance: Where the previous 200 was a stop-gap car for a troubled Chrysler — and looked like it — this new 200 easily fits in with the competition in the family sedan segment. The new look is curvy and contemporary, with a rounded roof that gently tapers into a short rear deck. Chrysler has jettisoned the wide 300-style face of its predecessor in favor of a slender, swept-back shape that holds the automaker's new winged logo and merges with the catlike headlamps. Those lamps are highlighted by LED daylight running lights (available with the Premium Lighting Group, $795). Our tester, the 200S, added gloss-black trim for a more menacing and sporty look. There also are dual chrome exhaust tips integrated into the rear fascia. ...
Now kids can ride shotgun at 140 mph in Richard Petty Experience07/02/14Florida
Young racing fans who want to go fast like their favorite NASCAR drivers now have a chance to do just that with the Junior Ride-Along offered by the Richard Petty Experience.
Kids ages 6 to 13 who are at least 48 inches tall can ride shotgun with a professional driver in a stock car that goes up to 140 mph and is equipped with a child-size racing seat and a five-point harness.
In Florida, they have two regular track options: the 1-mile three-turn Walt Disney World Speedway with banking of up to 10 degrees, or the 2.5-mile tri-oval Daytona International Speedway with banking of up to 31 degrees....
The Daily Drivers: 2014 Honda Civic Si sedan06/26/14Autos
We've driven a few generations of the Honda Civic Si coupe, but this is the first opportunity we've had to drive the four-door version. The Civic, of course, comes in several different trims, but the Si choice is simple: with navigation or without.
Appearance: Like the regular Civic sedan, the Si has an aerodynamic design with a sculpted hood, chrome-trimmed grille and slender headlights. The Si gets a more athletic look with the body-color integrated decklid spoiler, chrome exhaust and 18-inch alloy wheels. ...
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2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
$26,195 start, $40,280 as tested. jeep.com/wranglerunlimited
The four-door Wrangler Unlimited is a true sport utility vehicle: It's rugged enough to handle off-roading while versatile enough to haul five passengers and tow up to 3,500 pounds with an available towing package. With several roof-top configurations and plenty of after-market options, how rugged or urban it looks depends on you. The high-riding Unlimited has the familiar Wrangler look with the trademark seven-slot grille, round headlights, clamp-down hood and rear-mounted full-size spare. Our tester, the mid-level Sahara trim, had the body-color three-piece removable hardtop upgrade ($1,795), which made it look more like a standard city-slicker SUV. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 is competent, but the heavier weight and longer wheelbase of this four-door model make it feel more sluggish compared to the zippy two-door Wranglers we've driven. Still, the ride is fun, though a bit jittery. Our tester's cabin was nicely appointed with supple leather on the seats and steering wheel. Plastic on the dash and trims comes off as cheap. But after all, the Wrangler's interior can be washed down; there's a drain plug on the floor. However, even with the hardtop and better sound insulation, the cabin is prone to road noise. Getting into the Wrangler can be a challenge for shorter drivers; there's a step, but even that is placed high. With summer here, we can see how this Wrangler can be the ultimate beach machine. But is it a daily commuter? The ride and estimated fuel mileage (16 mpg city, 20 highway) may say no, but this Jeep's ruggedness and utility could overcome our reluctance....
The Daily Drivers: 2014 Honda Civic EX-L coupe and sedan06/12/14Autos
There's a Civic for every taste — from hybrid to the sporty Si — and Honda's goal is to keep it that way. Maybe that's why the automaker quickly moved to improve the car after its 2012 redesign met with much criticism. Since then, Honda has fast-tracked updates. For 2014, there are styling tweaks and a new transmission: CVT. We drove a Civic sedan and coupe — both EX-L models with navigation. ...
The Daily Drivers: 2014 Ford Escape Titanium 4WD06/05/14Autos
We've wanted to drive the Escape ever since Ford made over the compact crossover in 2013. What was once boxy is now sleek and technology-laden, with features that include a unique foot-activated lift gate that has been the centerpiece of TV commercials.
Appearance: The Escape is more stylish sport wagon than SUV, with a dynamic look accented by bold body lines, elongated head lamps and a raised, creased hood. In the top-level Titanium trim like our tester, the Escape's somewhat generic-looking split grille is enhanced with chrome accents. Our tester came with the optional 19-inch luster nickel-painted aluminum wheels, but we split on the design. Lyra said the design looked like wrenches welded together, while Peter liked the industrial look and thought it made for a nice contrast with the Escape's athletic stance and stunning Sunset Metallic paint. Overall, the whole package makes for what may be the most stylish small crossover on the market...
The Daily Drivers: 2015 Honda Fit EX-L is better all around05/27/14Autos
For 2015, Honda has completely redesigned the Fit, which already is one of the most versatile subcompacts on the market. Big changes often can spell trouble of the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" variety, but Honda has managed to give the Fit more style and more cabin space all while upgrading the car's powertrain and chassis.
Appearance: This new Fit, the third generation, still carries the car's familiar wedge shape, which has been refined to make it look more like a grownup car and less like a quirky subcompact. Bold lines now crease the body to give it more character. It's enhanced by a more modern chrome-trimmed black grille and sleek headlights. From the rear, the Fit now sports Volvo-like vertical taillights that are integrated with the rear hatch. The effect is sharp and sporty. Our top-of-the-line EX-L with Navi came with five-spoke, 16-inch alloy wheels that also added a sophisticated touch, as did the Midnight Plum Pearl, which we found to be a refreshing change from the primary colors common in so many small cars....
The Daily Drivers: RX 450h adds an electric elegance05/20/14Autos
The Lexus RX is one of our favorite crossovers in any class. We've always liked its combination of luxury and utility. Until recently, we'd never driven the hybrid version of this midsize SUV, the RX 450h, which holds the promise of bringing greater fuel efficiency to the feature-laden vehicle. Lexus already has rolled out the 2015 models.
Appearance: The RX was one of the first luxury SUVs on the market when it debuted in the late '90s. Some might find the look a bit dated, even with the recent redesign. But the RX 450h is still handsome, with elegant lines, tapered side windows, a built-in roof rack and sloped rear hatch with integrated spoiler. Classic. Giving the RX 450h a little more contemporary touch are Lexus' spindle grille, chrome accents, LED running lights and 18-inch alloy wheels. ...
The Daily Drivers: 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Roadster as good as it looks05/13/14Autos
There are times when we'd rather show off a car than talk about it. This is one of them. Behold the 583-horsepower Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Roadster. The car is greater than the sum of its acronyms — it's a link to a rich Mercedes tradition that produced the iconic gullwing coupes. Let's put the top down and take an appreciative look.
The SLS AMG GT Roadster is the sophisticated supercar that looks right at home cruising the waterfronts of Tampa Bay and is comfortable in ordinary driving....


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Rawalkot, the district headquarter, is situated in the heart of district Poonch. The altitude of this beautiful saucer-shaped valley is 1615 meters. Situated at a distance of 76 kilometers from Kohalla, it is also linked with Rawalpindi /Islamabad via Azad Pattan and Dhirkot and with Muzaffarabad via Kohalla by back top roads. The construction of Guoien Nullah road between Rawalakot and Azad patten has considerably reduced the distance and journey time. During summer the place becomes full of the green grass and beautiful flowers including many varieties of roses. The town has few good bazaars where all essential commodities of life are easily available. .
In Rawalakot, besides tourist rest house and circuit house, some good hotels and private guesthouses provide comfortable accommodation.
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With his headset on and a miniature guitar in his clasp, Hasbro is ready to pose.
The iguana will sit perched like this for up to half an hour, while a photographer snaps away.
No drugs, hypnosis or tricks prod Hasbro into a state of repose.
Only a combination of trust and an innate ability to sit still are needed. In the wild lizards are perched on branches for hours, says Henry Lizardlover.
He changed his name 20 years ago to reflect his affection for the reptilian world. Besides, he added in his N. Lucerne Blvd. home, "Henry Lizardlover is a lot more fun than Henry Schiff."
Henry publishes a line of cards showing Hasbro and his other pets in a variety of human poses, from eating spaghetti to locked in an embrace, lounging next to babies or the best-selling rock-and-roll shot.
"When people see these pictures, it breaks the ice," says Henry, who has been featured in magazines worldwide and on television, from Animal Planet, "Now with Tom Brokaw" to Spanish Univision's version of "Ripley's Believe it or Not."
"I also have the most famous drivers' license in the world. It has been shown in every tabloid on the market," he says showing his license with his name Henry Lizardlover Seven (he uses the Seven for his business dealings) written next to his smiling face.
After owning hundreds of pet lizards through the years, he's become an expert on the subject, and authored the "Iguana Owners' Manual," after he couldn't find a book written in an unscientific but playful and helpful style.
Tropical creatures—native to Central and South American—iguanas need plenty of water and a diet of mostly green leafy vegetables. He recommends a Southern greens blend from Trader Joe's made of collard and mustard greens and spinach. Vegetarians, they're also fond of pizza, winks Henry.
His rapport with lizards was instantaneous, he says, and is intuitive, but he's also learned "by living with lizards they have human-like traits.
"They have humanity in them...a perfect inner calm and trust like you see in people," he says as he reaches for Prince Charming, a 12-year-old iguana asleep on a top shelf in his bedroom closet.
Seven-year-old Lovable, a monkey tail skink, hangs out near the dresser, but most of his 32 lizards inhabit a room in the back of the house. The windows are open, letting in plenty of direct sunlight—not filtered through a window or an aquarium—so they get enough calcium and vitamin D. Otherwise their bones become soft and bent, he said.
During visits to Larchmont Village with his 20-pound lizard, the reptile will get complimented for his "exotic and" majestic nature. In turn, he bobs and shakes his head to charm his admirers and just show off, Henry explains.
Sometimes he takes several of them for a drive. When he parks and opens the car door, they scurry out to sun themselves. When they've had enough, they crawl back in. "When you see a big iguana get back in a car, it really makes you realize they do have intelligence....they behave very much like a cat and dog."
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Pizza Hut breadsticks – I am easy to please!! – Ellen Fate
Chocolate Fudge Cake – Laura Elizabeth
Mexican – the hotter and spicier, the better! – Diane Wildde
Favorite body part of the opposite sex…
Muscular Arms – Yen Ly
Arms and abs – Natalie Ann
Butt, legs and stomach! – Terra Mayfield
Arms – Amy Madison
Great teeth are a must! – Sophie Soden
Upper body – Karla Kamara
Sexy shoulders and nice calves – Becky Bosworth
Lips – Brittney J
My guilty pleasure is _________…
Potato Chips – Mary Banks
Treating myself at the nail salon – Cheryl Wilson
Surfing the web – I could do it for hours!! – Amy Madison
Jersey Shore! – Yen Ly
Double Stuffed Oreos – Gabrielle Lane
Steak n Shake – Britney Jo
Professional Massages – Anna Lieb
Hot Wings! – Becky Bosworth
Shoes…Need I say more!? – Stephanie Thaxton
Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream – Laura Elizabeth
It's a Saturday night, you can find me ____________…
At work or hanging out with all my girlfriends! – Kelly Elizabeth
Watching college football!! – Tehmeena Afzal
Playing video games – Jen Wilke
Hanging out with my girls!! – Heather Cilinski
Exploring a new place or hobby – Anna Lieb
Listening to my favorite local band at the bar – Cheryl Wilson
Serving drinks in downtown Iowa City – Ellen Fate
Dancing at the club – Brittney J
Hanging out at the motorcycle club – DeAnna Marie
At the casino! – Yen Ly
Funniest date story…
Moving traffic barrels to a different location. Needless to say, we blocked traffic to an establishment! – Stephanie Thaxton
I was skinny dipping and my top floated away! I had to use the guys shirt to go home in. – DeAnna Marie
Taking off my jacket to realize the whole left side of my shirt was stuck in my bra! Oops! – Sophie Soden
City that best describes me and why…
Hollywood! One day I will be a star!! – Mary Banks
Chicago!! – Ellen Fate
St. Thomas because there are tons of sides to me, just like the island – Kelly Elizabeth
Daytona Beach – Diane Wildde
Miami!! – Heather Cilinski
Austin, TX – Jen Wilke
New York – Tehmeena Afzal
Philadelphia, The City of Love – Terra Mayfield
Las Vegas – Amy Madison
Syracuse – Natalie Ann
Paris, France – It's sexy and romantic! – Laura Elizabeth


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I think I may have some insight into the 'Vette.
I just realized that in ST-TMP we learned that Kirk had a fondness for antiques. If Kirks father (or Uncle) collected them (one of them obviously did) this could be where it all started. Even the bike could be an antique even though it looks a bit futurisitc. (I remember reading a post grumbling about the motorcycle having wheels).
I tried posting this before my account was activated so I'll post it here.
The use of a '66 'Vette is significant in that ST-TOS aired in '66. The clip shows the speedometer starting out at 66 mph and accelerates through the mph/years up to about '79 when ST-TMP came out.
Then Abrams completely destroys that prisitne 'Vette by plunging it into the ravine! His way of saying that Star Trek is going to be drastically changed? i.e. the OLD is dead.
That's interesting thet you picked up on that. I am torn between the cool symbolism & the reality...
It makes me wonder if delaying the movie was a good idea. It gives us all a chance to really soak up the new direction of the ST franchise. hmmmm.. We'll just have to wait & see.
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@matchesmalone21: ohhhh Shazam. Beautiful Doug Mahnke art with Shazam/Cyborg interaction. Loving this series
Haven't done one of these in a while =D... LE-GIVE-IT-A-GOOOO12 points:Batman, Justice league, Uncanny X-men, Guardians of the Galaxy and C.O.W.L (I love Kyle Higgins in the most platonic way =D)9 poi...
Majestic got a shit introduction into the new 52 universe, i miss the old Majestros.... wish he was a Villain to Superman instead of Zod in the new 52 =D
@tparks: What powers are you on about? I'm not aware of this o.O
He's just a normal man i think. But he's half spartaxian and half human, so i'd assume there's no difference in physiology since both LOOK so similar.
Hell yes i'm reading this. Always liked his character from the DnA run. Cold, strategic yet a happy go lucky leader/renegade... like the typical cool 1980s action film star. F*%$(@ YEAHHHHH
Sucks that it's ending... who's gonna take over you reckon? who's the man for the job? Charles Soule? that dude is on everything lol...
the maintenance costs of having a girlfriend is what turns me off from being in a relationship. I had a job... saved up for a 3ds... but consecutive eat outs murdered my savings.... but i finally got ...
@wolfrazer: oh... so he wasn't a real warrior like King Leonidas was? That's a shame...
@sebast_allen: i just realized there was a reply. It's all good, i came off abit to aggro :), so my bad. Anyways... has anything significant happened to Shazam since forever evil? is he actually goin...
@rolandalderas: That's the thing... Leonidas and the 300 worked better as a Unit. Individually, they're not or in this case, Leonidas is not as skilled as someone like Achilles. That guy didn't even b...
The Return of the King ending pulled on my heartstrings (Howard Shore & Fran Walsh played a big part).
@z3ro180: the sarcasm was not obvious?... my bad lol. It's hard to relay any sort of humor, and i failed X..D..
I don't get how the fight was over the top with Nightwing. If Batman can take on Killer Croc/Bane and recently a freaking lion, then i don't see how this is impossible. Sure Maybe the bike part was a...
Such a pity... This is easily in my top 3 most favorite comics so far, next to Batman and Uncanny Avengers. More people should pay attention towards the IDW in general actually, they got some really ...
@redwingx: What's stupid about Cyborg now?
Ken Lashley's art is so amazing... Jim Lee-ish but more 'modern'.
Iceman and his clones, Thor and anyone else immortal... god squad 3.0


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For the San Francisco Giants, last year was one to forget. A slow death all season, 2011 was in fact the antithesis of 2010's magic and perseverance. The clock struck twelve for Cinderella as we bid farewell to unlikely heroes Andres Torres and Cody Ross.
The World Series hangover has passed. The injuries have drifted away. Buster and Freddy should be ready to bounce back. And the Giants actually have a lot to prove this year. San Francisco is transforming from a mid-market team into a large market franchise. The Giants have enjoyed many seasons of watching their young studs spin gems for pennies on the dollar. That time has come and gone.
And so, General Manager Brian Sabean has made it very clear that the Giants' main objective this offseason is to extend starting pitchers Tim Lincecum (1A) and Matt Cain (1B). The Freak is eligible to become a free agent after the 2013 season while Cain is eligible to test the market after the 2012 season. Can you imagine the Giants without their two horses? It's a scary thought to envision them in pinstripes.Here's where we stand.
Timmy's arbitration case is likely to set an MLB record. After making $14 million in arbitration last year, Lincecum is probably going to see a figure in the neighborhood of $19 million for 2012 and perhaps $25 million in 2013. Cain draws $15 million in 2012 but again, will become a free agent after that. And it's all quiet on the Western Front.
Here's the problem.
- 33 year-old Cliff Lee is on his 2nd year of his massive 5-year $120 million contract from the Phillies.
- CJ Wilson got 5 years $77.5 million from the Angels (which was actually a hometown discount).
- Mark Buehrle just signed a 4-year $58 million deal and he'll be 33 by Opening Day!
- CC Sabathia? Back in October he signed a $25 million vesting option adding onto his original 7-year $161 million contract from George Steinbrenner in 2008.
Every time a big name starting pitcher gets a big-ticket contract, the market value of Tim Lincecum and Matt Cain continue to increase. They're both 27 years of age and on the precipice of their prime. More importantly, both are proven big game pitchers and remarkably durable.
It's pitchers like Lincecum and Cain that teams love to vulture on. Outside of Seattle's Felix Hernandez, I can't think of two better bargain-priced aces. There is simply too much money out there for the Giants not to take signing these two very seriously.
Here's the solution.
The Giants absolutely must open up the checkbook for these two guys, this much we know. But the way to go about this is to let Timmy file for arbitration this year and in turn, focus all efforts on extending Matt Cain long-term. If Cain walks, then Timmy is more likely to follow suit.
So I say to the Giants brass, sign him up! Matt Cain for 6 years, $100ish million. Averaging nearly 212 innings pitched every year since 2006, he's earned it. That way, you have your ace as insurance even if Lincecum leaves after 2013. No payroll flexibility? Aaron Rowand's contract expires after this season, as does Aubrey Huff's. That's $23 million off the books right there. And how are you going to justify paying Barry Zito $19 million in 2012, $20 million in 2013 and a $7 million buyout on an $18 million club option in 2014. Answer: you can't. Pay Cain.
Once Cain's finances are taken care of, the Giants' front office can turn their attention towards their long-haired sensation. Act 2 of this complicated contract crisis is even more important/delicate. I shouldn't even have to explain how imperative it is for the Giants to resign Tim Lincecum. He transcends baseball. He is a San Francisco icon.
Still clamoring for that impact bat? Well, we tried. And now all we have to show for is a bunch of Carlos Beltran jerseys selling for 50% off. Let's just hope Zack Wheeler doesn't turn into Joe Nathan. But beat writer Andrew Baggarley is right: "If [Lincecum] loses three more 1-0 decisions to Clayton Kershaw, that frustration could influence whether he wants to stay. When you bang your head against a wall enough times, you get a headache. That's just how the world works." If you can't supply any run support, then pay them their due. Victim's of some of the worst run support ever seen, Tim Lincecum and Matt Cain have kept their chins up and their mouths shut for too long for the Giants front office not to offer them big contracts.
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Young scholars research current world political leaders, as well as the opinions of their supporters and critics, in order to create a "Present Political Leaders Hall of Fame" display for the classroom.
In this Aung San Suu Kyi worksheet, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion questions, write, and more about Aung San Suu Kyi. Students complete 10 activities total.
In this online interactive world history worksheet, students answer 20 matching questions regarding post-Cold War Europe. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
Restrictive or nonrestrictive, that is the question. When is it better to set off a clause with commas? After reading the definitions and looking at examples of these two types of clauses, young grammarians demonstrate their understanding by adding punctuation to 25 clause-filled sentences. An answer key is provided.
In this ESL worksheet, students read the given article and its presented vocabulary throughout. Students respond to 51 short answer, matching, true/false, and fill in the blank questions.
In this English worksheet, students read "German Election Turmoil," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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What would it like to be the first person to achieve something? Read about Althea Gibson, the first black tennis player to win a Grand Slam title, to win at Wimbledon, and more. Class members respond to questions to demonstrate their understanding of the text, and to connect the text to their own lives. An option to consider other pioneers is also provided.
How does one become a catalyst for change? What are the challenges faced by those who take a stand for change? What part do the arts play in cultural change? Using primary and secondary sources from the 1920s and 1930s, class members explore these questions and craft an essay that presents their reflections. The packet includes a brief plan but the real value is in the resources included. Provided are a resource list, a reflective essay writing assignment, rubric, and exemplary writing sample. In addition, templates for "Power Quotes," historic events, famous people, significant art and architecture, education issues, fads, fashions, literature, music, and radio shows are provided.
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Students explore the process Germany went through to reunify. In this World History lesson, students complete numerous activities, including research, map and graph data and analyzing documents, to develop an understanding of the Reunification of Germany.
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Tenth graders identify causes and effects of the Industrial Revolution, analyze the benefits and negative consequences, describe the operation of British government, and identify British social and political reforms resulting from the Industrial Revolution.
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Students survey the first decade in 2000. In this lesson, students read an article that highlights the beginning of the 2000 time era, then complete numerous activities that reinforce the reading, such as a vocabulary assignment, class discussion, a quiz, sentence starters and preparing a presentation.
The King of Rock'n Roll, Twiggy, William Beveridge? Sounds like its time to review events occurring after 1930. Kids play this fun Millionaire-style game to review common knowledge British trivia. This game would be a fun challenge for Brits and non Brits alike.
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San Francisco 49ers
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Niners' rookies mostly behind the scenes
If you're expecting the Niners' 2012 rookie crop to deliver the same kind of impact their group delivered last season, you could be waiting a long time.
49ers declare war on NFC
Tom Danyluk says the 49ers showed whose boss in the NFC, punching out a Green Bay team that's out of balance.
Key matchup: Niners interior offensive line vs. Lions DTs
Tuesday's "Key Matchup" focuses on the Niners' interior O-line vs. the Lions DTs in this Sunday's game in San Francisco.
Power Rankings: Patriots slide into PFW's top spot
The Patriots, 49ers move on up, while the Giants plummet in PFW's latest edition of Power Rankings.
NFC West Spin cycle: Week One
PFW executive editor Dan Arkush offers his weekly team-by-team take on the state of the NFC West.
49ers hang on to earn win over Packers
San Francisco's defense smothered Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay offense for most of the game in a 30-22 Week One win.
Key matchup: Niners RBs vs. Packers run defense
In today's "Key Matchup," PFW's Dan Arkush focuses on the Niners RBs vs. the Packers' run defense in this Sunday's game in Green Bay.
49ers expected to sign OLB Haggans
According to The Sacramento Bee, the 49ers are expected to sign veteran OLB Clark Haggans on Sunday.
Classic collision course: 49ers vs. Packers
Dan Arkush breaks down the Packers-49ers Week One blockbuster as the league's best offense takes on the league's best "D."
QB Josh Johnson among those cut by 49ers
The reuniting of Jim Harbaugh and QB Josh Johnson didn't last long in San Francisco.
ILB duo provides rare value for 49ers 'D'
There's more than meets the eye behind the double-barrel success of 49ers star ILBs Patrick Willis and NaVorro Bowman.
Eagles sign DT Cohen, cut LB Simmons
The Eagles signed DT Landon Cohen on Thursday and cut LB Monte Simmons.
Westbrook retires as an Eagle
Two-time Pro Bowl RB Brian Westbrook announced his retirement on Wednesday with the Eagles.
49ers reduce roster to 75
The 49ers waived 12 players and placed RB Jewel Hampton and LB Darius Fleming on injury lists on Monday.
Catchy NFC West position battles
There are other position battles going on in the NFC West besides the QB challenges in Seattle and Arizona — most notably at wide receiver.
Rogers says he re-signed with the San Francisco 49ers this month on a $31.3 million, four-year contract because he appreciates the team's effort to keep the NFC West champions' talented defense intact for another run at a Super Bowl this year.||||||| Rogers, who shared the team lead with six interceptions, insists he knew in Week 4 or 5 last season that he wanted to return on a long-term deal - and now he hopes to use the momentum gained from his big season to carry him in 2012. With Rogers back, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has all 11 starters returning on a unit that ranked No. 1 in the NFL in stopping the run.
The San Francisco 49ers have signed free agent cornerback Carlos Rogers and safety Madieu Williams to one-year contracts.||||||| Rogers spent the past six seasons in Washington and had 43 tackles and two interceptions in 2010. The ninth player taken overall in the 2005 draft, the 30-year-old Rogers is likely to replace Nate Clements, who was released by the 49ers in a cost-cutting move last week.
Rogers said Thursday his right hamstring is still sore after hurting it in Monday night's 59-28 loss to Philadelphia.||||||| Rogers didn't sound optimistic about his chances of taking the field against the Titans on Sunday.
The Washington Redskins placed cornerback Carlos Rogers on injured reserve Tuesday and promoted cornerback John Eubanks from the practice squad.||||||| Rogers tore two ligaments in his right knee in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the New England Patriots. He will have reconstructive surgery later this month. Washington has promoted cornerback John Eubanks from the practice squad.
Rogers is hoping to do better than his paltry total of one interception last season. He displayed hands of stone on several other chances.||||||| "I could have had 10 more myself, just by catching the ball," Rogers said. "It was just concentration. It's not thinking about taking the ball and scoring, just catching the ball first and running." It's unlikely that Rogers will play better, however, in 2007.


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Joe McQuaid's Publisher's Notebook: While newspaper rumors abound, comics rule
Among other things, we are in contract discussions with two of our production unions. Because of the confidential nature of those talks, I am not at liberty to say anything further, and despite rumors abounding on the subject, there really isn't anything concrete to say right now anyway.
I can say we have rearranged the comics in our Sunday News as of yesterday. We did it to save on paper and ink and we managed to retain all but two of the comics. (The long-running "Mini Page" has been relocated to the main part of the Sunday paper.)
I am quite confident that the loss of these two comics will not be noticed by many fans unless and until they read this column, in which case they will go back to their bound volumes (what, you don't keep our comics forever?) and try to figure out which ones are missing. And I'm pretty sure even then few readers will know which ones are MIA, and if you think I'm going to identify them, think again.
Nothing (not a discussion of our business plan, not our running Democrat Kathy Sullivan's column, not an endorsement of Daniel Day Lewis for Pope) has the impact with readers as does messing with the comic strips.
I am mightily tempted, though, to yank "For Better or for Worse." It was a clever family-type strip by Canadian Lynn Johnston and had a strong following for years. She stopped the strip a few years ago but said she would incorporate new material into what otherwise would be reruns.
But I find that she has stopped doing that, which is why a recent Sunday strip may have confused some readers. It was all about kids playing and the adults thinking how "innocent" were the kids. But the kids were "playing" make-believe nuclear attacks. Very funny.
It finally dawned on me that liberal Lynn must have drawn this back when critics were blasting Ronald Reagan for his SDI ("Star Wars") initiative and other get-tough tactics that actually ended the little matter of the Cold War.
I'll keep "Pickles," though. I can really identify with that old man who in yesterday's installment was watching a TV commercial and asking, "What kind of idiot insures his termites?"
Turns out, his wife explained, the ad was for "term life insurance."
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FanGraphs Fan Projection
Don't know if everyone has seen this yet, but FanGraphs is doing what Tango does for defense and allowing the fans to project what the players will do next year. Sign up, choose your favorite team, and then project what you think any player will do in 2010. There are ten categories for position players, eight for pitchers. I think I was the first one to project Wright, Reyes, Beltran and Santana last night/early this morning. I'm curious to see how everyone projects our guys.


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A huge thank you to our volunteers and Blue Mound Park Staff, runner after runner tells me how great you all are. It's a far flung event that requires many independent helpers to make the event work.
What a wonderful day in the park and a great run with 300 other trail lovin' fools. We're so grateful for your support and postive energy. I believe I saw a big grin on the Mound as I was leaving this afternoon. We are sorry about the results glitch. The timer's printer wouldn't print, so we could not post results nor receive our usual updated placings.
We have the revised results now.
Be sure to check the photos.
See below for details of other Savannah Series races coming up in the fall. Until then ... Happy Trails to you.
A variation on our theme. Joe Scalia IV and his buddies started his wedding day celebrations with our trail run. What a great idea!
2014 Savanna Trail Run Series
We welcome you to the second year of the Savanna Trail Race Series. Participate in at least four of the five Dane County trail races from May to November and be part of our natural and trail running heritage. You'll traverse woods, hills, and prairies across the county at Donald, Indian Lake, and McCarthy county parks, Blue Mound state park, and Blackhawk Ridge above the Wisconsin River. The pre-settlement landscape of southern Wisconsin was oak savanna, and restoration projects are going on in all our Savanna Series parks. Check out the details here.
Run a total of 100K of our trail runs--Blue Mound and Black Hawk Ridge--to join the club and get your orange hat. Got that already? Next up 250K!
New members of the 100K Club include Susan Lindem, Ruth Canfield, Amy Wencel, Pam Foster Felt, Robin Bazan, Steve Bazan, Joe Scalia IV, Meg Harahan, Nicki Maas and Chris Bareither
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ANDERSON, Ind. —
While no one likes to see budgets shrink as the cost of living rises, officials of government agencies and school systems have been facing the financial challenges of 2010 head-on and have braced themselves for 2011.
"We fared like every other community," said Alexandria Mayor Jack Woods. "We had our cuts and dealt with them. There is nothing you can do to change it."
Needing to function on $300,000 less than expected, Alexandria officials have been forced to make difficult decisions. Cutting services that residents enjoy may not make them popular, but other options are not available.
"Our biggest priority right now is to keep our workers," said Woods. "We will have to cut back on things that were free, and we hope that people will understand that it is not the city's fault."
Smaller communities are not alone in their financial struggles.
"Overall, we have had to face the reduction of about $10 million dollars each year," said Tammy Bowman, director of public and media relations for the city of Anderson. "Tough choices had to be made. We feel that as a government agency, the priority is to maintain public safety, so those areas have been cut less than others because of their critical nature."
Mentioning that Anderson has fared better than other communities due to Hoosier Park Racing and Casino, Bowman said that the slot machine wagering fee has brought money back into the government coffers.
"And the private sector and volunteers have stepped forward to fill gaps that were left by some of the reductions," she added. "Hundreds have come forward with clean-ups and landscaping."
While the cities and towns are dealing with their cuts, the school systems have shortfalls of their own. Not only have local schools faced significant losses in revenue; they have been informed, as well, that their budgets will not increase for four years.
"We had a reduction of 4.5 percent in 2010 and will have another 5 percent reduction in 2011," explained Joe Buck, chief financial officer of South Madison Community School Corp. "After that, we will have a flatline budget, but inflation alone means that a flatline budget will cause more cuts."
"Our costs aren't flatlined," agreed Bobby Fields, superintendent of Frankton-Lapel Community Schools. "Prices of fuel and utilities are going up, while revenues are and have been the same. We are having to make difficult decisions and are looking at cutting positions that don't directly affect classroom instruction."
While South Madison and Frankton-Lapel are both growing school districts and have been able to add revenue by attracting more students, this growth only lasts as long as space is available.
"We have run into a space issue and we can't take any more students at this point," said Fields, pointing out that the only other options for an increase in revenue is winning grant money or taxpayers agreeing to raise their own taxes through a referendum. "We are not intending to ask for a referendum."
"All of the employees have had to make sacrifices," Buck added. "We have to put together a budget that can stay within the funds we are given. Everyone is going through the same things across the country. We are all dealing with the same concerns."
Annual Report: Health & Public Service
Local governments dealing with budget cuts
ANDERSON, Ind. —
While no one likes to see budgets shrink as the cost of living rises, officials of government agencies and school systems have been facing the financial challenges of 2010 head-on and have braced themselves for 2011.
- Annual Report: Health & Public Service
Ivy Tech, AU engage students in community
Though Ivy Tech is a system divided into 14 statewide regions with a total of hundreds of educational sites, community-based programs like the clinic help anchor a campus to a specific locality.
Brown leads student volunteers
Many people don't really know what the Urban League of Madison County has to offer their community. But Lindsay Brown, the organization's president and CEO, hopes that will change soon.
Nonprofits rethinking the way they do business in today's economy
United Way of Madison County president Nancy Vaughan has banded together with other local nonprofit organizations, business and local government agencies to find ways to stretch every dollar her organization receives.
Operation Love has big goals
Operation Love Ministries may not have a huge budget, but the power of a large volunteer group and helpful spirit help the faith-based nonprofit have a giant impact in the lives of those it seeks to help.
Madison County school districts weather ups and downs
It was another year of ups and downs for Madison County schools as some districts reaped the benefits of legislation like school choice while others suffered from it.
Buck struggles with South Madison budget
With the economy in a recession, schools such as South Madison are facing many challenges with budget cuts.
Area churches hope to spread message through outreach programs
As the area's largest and most visible church, Madison Park Church of God claims a membership of well over 2,000 people. However, the county as a whole is somewhat behind when it comes to religious presence.
Main Street ministry small but full of life
Anderson's Main Street Church of God has been around for nearly one hundred years. Lately, the congregation has been reinvigorated with new members and a spirit of outreach, proving that you can indeed "teach an old church new tricks."
Local unions fight for fair wages, benefits
For the past 20 years, the firefighters union has been a right-to-work union, according to John Smith, president of the Anderson Firefighters Local 1262. Despite this, there has been a 98 percent involvement rate among firefighters in Indiana.
Unions seek to make city government more efficient
With the passage of House Bill 1001, unions are prohibited from forcing workers to join or pay dues and fees to a labor union. The bill was mired in controversy, which included a walkout by many democratic legislators during last year's session.
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Pan-Seared Sausage with Lady Apples and Watercress
A simple white wine pan sauce brings this one-skillet dinner together.
Servings: 4 active: 25 minutes total: 30 minutes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lady apples, halved through stem ends
- 1½ pound sweet Italian sausages
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 bunch watercress, trimmed (about 6 cups)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Nutritional Information
- Calories (kcal) 560
- Fat (g) 40
- Saturated Fat (g) 13
- Cholesterol (mg) 95
- Carbohydrates (g) 23
- Dietary Fiber (g) 3
- Total Sugars (g) 12
- Protein (g) 26
- Sodium (mg) 1780
PREPARATIONView Step-by-Step Directions
Heat oil in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples, cut side down, and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 5–8 minutes.
Prick sausages with a fork, add to skillet with apples, and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, 10–12 minutes. Add wine and vinegar to skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until thickened (liquid should coat a spoon), about 4 minutes. Add watercress and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.
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"The Price of Revenge" — To avoid being arrested, a petty thief leads Clark to a murdered, drug addicted young woman with a missing daughter, on GOLDEN BOY, Tuesday, March 5 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Pictured: Chi McBride as Det. Don Owen Photo: Nicole Rivelli/Warner Bros. é2012 Warner Bros. Television. All Rights Reserved.


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Last updated on 1 October 2013
Tesco Frozen Classic Turkey Dinner recalled
Some packs of Tesco Frozen Classic Turkey Dinner with a 'best before' end date of July 2014 have been recalled, because a manufacturing error means packs may contain a Tesco Classic All Day Breakfast meal, which contains egg. This makes the product a possible health risk to those with an allergy or intolerance to eggs. The Agency has issued an Allergy Alert.
Product details
The product being recalled from customers is:
- Tesco Frozen Classic Turkey Dinner, 400g
- 'Best before' end: July 2014
- Batch Codes: R32071, R32072
The company is recalling the above product from sale. Customer notices will be displayed in stores, explaining to customers why the product has been recalled. The company will also be contacting the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall.
If you have bought this product and have an allergy or intolerance to egg, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store where you bought it for a full refund. For more information, please contact Tesco customer services by calling 0800 50 55 55.
No other Tesco products are known to be affected.
About Allergy Alerts
Sometimes there will be a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold. Then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product). Sometimes foods have to be withdrawn or recalled if there is a risk to consumers because the allergy labelling is missing or incorrect or if there is any other food allergy risk.
In such situations the Agency will issue an Allergy Alert. It is also possible to subscribe to an email alert system to receive automatic messages whenever Allergy Alerts are issued. Click on the 'Email updates' link in the box at the bottom of this page to find more details.
You can get details of all the latest allergy alerts as soon as they're issued by getting the details sent as a SMS text message direct to your mobile phone. To sign up to this free service, simply send the text message 'START ALLERGY' to the number 62372. To unsubscribe, just text 'STOP ALLERGY' to the same number.
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Applying for the MSW@USC
Do I need a bachelor's degree in social work?
No. Students can have a bachelor's degree awarded from any regionally accredited college or university in any interdisciplinary liberal arts background, including the social, behavioral and biological sciences.
What grade point average do I need?
We review a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better; however, we take into consideration your entire application. Specifically, we look for students from diverse backgrounds whose academic background, career goals and leadership potential can meet the demands of the program. If a student has below a 3.0 GPA, we take a closer look at the academic performance in the last 60-90 credit hours, letters of recommendations, statement of purpose and resume. Students are also assessed for their commitment to social work values, sensitivity, self-awareness and experience in providing human services. Overall, we accept applicants who have the best potential to be great social workers.
No. You do not need to take any entrance exams to apply for the program.
Is the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) required to apply to the MSW@USC?
No, the GRE is not required for admission.
Are international students accepted?
We do not accept applicants who live outside the United States and Canada. However, enrollment for Canadian students is contingent upon securing viable placement sites. In rare cases, we may consider an international enrollment, such as for an active duty military student, but this would be determined based on the availability of field education placements and the unique circumstances and qualifications of the student. Speak to an admissions counselor directly to address your specific situation.
The USC School of Social Work has a very competitive admissions selection process. The school is top-ranked by U.S. News and World Report
among all accredited social work graduate schools. Our high standards ensure that admitted students are able to handle the graduate level of study, as well as create an environment where students are studying with peers of equally high-caliber and who exhibit the same enthusiasm for learning and a drive to succeed.
How do I apply to the program?
We accept applications on a rolling basis. There are application deadlines for each cohort. You can start your application by visiting the
admissions section
of our website.
Is the application process entirely online, hard copy or both?
The entire application process is online; however, official transcripts must be mailed to the Maryland admissions office. Please refer to the
admissions section
of our website.
Can I submit my application before I send in my transcripts and my letters of recommendation are completed?
Yes, you can submit your application before those items have been received; however, we will not be able to review your application without your official transcripts and letters of recommendation.
Can the application fee be waived?
Yes. To request an application fee waiver, you need a letter from either your undergraduate financial aid office or an official government agency documenting that paying the application fee would cause financial hardship. The documentation should include your name, application ID # (found on your USC application) and program of interest. Fee waivers are determined on a case-by-case basis, and submission of documentation does not guarantee your eligibility.
Once I submit an application, when will I receive a decision about acceptance into the program
The timing for application review and feedback varies depending on the time of year and number of other applications currently under review. The faculty comprehensively reviews all applications, and our goal is to provide a response within four to six weeks.
Yes, you can defer your acceptance into the MSW@USC up to one academic year and start the program with a different cohort. Contact your Admissions Counselor or Student Support Advisor to explain your options and the process for making this request.
If I have not yet finished my bachelor's degree but I will be completing it soon, can I apply to the program now?
You can apply one year prior to completing your undergraduate degree to begin the program as soon as possible upon graduation. Bachelor degree verification is required before you enroll in the MSW program.
Can I switch from the on-campus program to the MSW@USC?
It is possible depending on the desired MSW@USC cohort. Requests to switch from the on-campus program to the MSW@USC must be approved by the school in order to ensure that proper coursework aligns with the MSW@USC semester schedule.
What's the typical background of an admitted MSW@USC student?
Can I talk to former/current MSW@USC students to learn more about the program?
We can refer you to other students by request, and if you follow our
pages, you can meet other students online and solicit their feedback. We also have an MSW@USC blog that will feature students writing about their experience in the program. You can comment to their posts and engage with them online.


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How I use it: I get a hit of mile-high moisture during a flight by smoothing 100% Pure Argan Oil on a slightly damp face: by the time I land, I'm dewy, not dehydrated.
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BioWare has released a new trailer depicting the upcoming Special Edition version of Mass Effect 3, which will be available only for the Wii U. The trailer showcases what players can expect when using the tablet controller, one of the bigger selling points for Nintendo's upcoming console.
Mass Effect 3 Special Edition plunges you into an all-out galactic war to take Earth back from a nearly unstoppable foe -- and how you fight that war is entirely up to you. Groundbreaking interactive storytelling drives the heart-pounding action in which each decision you make could have dire and deadly consequences. You are Commander Shepard, the only one who can save Earth from annihilation.The Mass Effect 3 Special Edition for the Wii U will be available on November 30th, coinciding with the release of the Wii U in Australia.
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Second Home? Really? Why?
This is the headline from CNN Real Estate– Been dreaming of a vacation home? Somewhere warm to get away? Or maybe a cabin in the woods? Prices are right if you can afford it.
The median price of a vacation home was $150,000 in 2010, down 11.2% from a year earlier, the National Association of Realtors reported Wednesday. In contrast, the national median for primary residences fell only 4.5% in 2010, according to NAR.
Great so I buy a second home and at a great price. Fantastic right? I don't think so. Now you have a second mortgage, a second property tax bill, second maintenance bills, second utilities bill and the gnawing guilt of going somewhere else besides the place where your second home resides. I'd rather have raw land with no maintenance fees and total freedom thank you.


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A Comparison of the Usability of a Laptop, Communicator, and Handheld Computer
Piia Suomalainen, Leena Korpinen, and Rauno Pääkkönen
Journal of Usability Studies, Volume 5, Issue 3, May 2010, pp. 111 - 123
Article Contents
In recent years, the use of different technical equipment has increased. According to the Finnish statistical office in 2007, 37% of households used portable computers and 76% of households used home computers (Statistical Finland, 2008). In spring 2007, nearly four out of five Finns (79%) aged 15 to 74, or over three million persons, used the Internet. Seventy-five percent of the population used the Internet at least once a week. Nearly all people under 40 years old used the Internet in Finland (Statistical Finland, 2007a). In Finland the use of the Internet and computers is higher than in other countries in the European Union. However, in other Nordic countries the use of the Internet is higher than in Finland (Statistical Finland, 2007b).
The first handheld computer came to the market about ten years ago and the demand for the product has been increasing ever since (Shah, 2001). There are multiple programs that can be downloaded from the Internet and most of them are free of charge. The medical industry is an example of an industry that is extremely well suited for handheld computers (Adatia & Bedard, 2003; Embi, 2001; Harris, 2001; McCombs, 2003; Torre & Wright, 2003; Wilkinson, 2001). Handheld computers make patient care even more efficient because it is possible to do medical calculations, check the ICD-10 codes, write prescriptions, and check the patients' data with a handheld computer (Larkin, 2001).
People often use mobile devices (e.g., laptops, handheld computers, and communicators) in different situations than traditional desktop computers, and the usability questions for mobile devices are different than the usability questions for desktop computers. The International Ergonomics Association (IEA) Council has adopted an official definition for usability: The scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data, and methods to design in order to optimize human well-being and overall system performance (IEA, 2000). The ISO 9241-11 standard determined that the usability of a product describes how well users can use products gainfully, effectively, and pleasantly to get defined objectives in a certain environment (ISO 9241-11, 1998).
There have been many studies about the usability of desktop computers or portable computers (Adatia & Bedard, 2002; Adatia & Bedard, 2003; Berner & Jacobs, 2002; Jalil & Nanthavanij, 2007; Moffet, Hagberg, Hansson-Risberg, & Karlqvist, 2002; Zecevic, Miller, & Harburn, 2000) and many studies that describe what a laptop should be like (Griffin & Kahan, 1999; Kelaher, Nay, Lawrence, Lamar, & Sommerich, 2001; Larkin, 2001; Straker, Jones, & Miller, 1997). Griffin and Kahan (1999) gave ergonomic guidelines on how to set up a laptop computer so that users would be comfortable using a laptop keyboard. The setup guidelines are very similar to how you would use a desktop computer keyboard (elbows at about 90 degrees, wrists level and upper arms hanging as vertically as possible). They suggested that people should try to use a chair that does not have arm rests so that they will have room to move their arms when looking down at the screen; they suggested that people should be careful not to bend their neck and head forward; and they suggested that people should try to tuck in their chin to look down, keeping the head and neck more or less balanced over the spine. According to Pitkänen (2002) if one uses a laptop for long periods of time it is good to have a detached screen, keyboard, and mouse to prevent stress on one's neck and back.
In Hong Kong, Szeto and Lee (2002) compared typing postures between a desktop computer, a laptop, and a handheld computer. There were 25 subjects between 20 to 24 years old. The result of this study was that computer users should remember to observe their working postures so they will not have any problems with their spine.
This study examined the usability of mobile devices—laptops, communicators, and handheld computers—using test subjects, observation, and questionnaires. Subjects completed typing and calculation tasks while an observer monitored their posture looking for body-stress issues. After the subjects completed their tasks, they were given a questionnaire that asked how they physically felt while using each device. The goals of this study was to determine (a) if the devices were easy to use based on how fast and accurate the subjects typed and how accurate their calculations were and (b) if the devices were comfortable to use based on the subjects' questionnaire answers and posture observations and comparisons to physical load tables.


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The 2003-04 season was a very busy season for the Canucks jersey-wise. In addition to their home and away jerseys, the Canucks wore an alternate 'third jersey' and two vintage uniforms. The vintage uniforms were throwbacks to those they wore in the 1970s. The uniforms were largely seen as better than their current ones, and probably spawned the change that came in 2007. Their white jerseys were used only during the 2003-04 season while their blue 'stick and rink' jerseys were adopted as alternate jerseys until their next major jersey change in 2007.
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Evanston, IL (Sports Network) - Dave Sobolewski led four teammates in double figures with 18 points as the Northwestern Wildcats used a late surge to defeat the visiting Texas State Bobcats, 74-68, at Welsh-Ryan Arena.
Sobolewski shot 5-of-11 from the floor, including 3-of-7 from three-point range, to go along four assists for Northwestern (8-3). Reggie Hearn contributed 15 points, while Tre Demps and Jared Swopshire added 12 and 10 points, respectively.
Texas State (4-7) was paced by Joel Wright and Wesley Davis, who both tallied 19 points. Matt Staff recorded 10 points, nine rebounds, and five assists in the setback.
Despite Texas State playing from behind for most of the first half, a Phil Hawkins layup with 13 seconds left in the frame gave the Bobcats a 39-37 advantage heading into intermission.
The Bobcats held a 68-62 lead with 3:31 left, but they would not score another point the rest of the way. Northwestern ended on a 12-0 run to capture the victory.
Northwestern shot 42.9 percent from long-range, going 12-of-28. Texas State was plagued by 18 turnovers, which turned into 18 points for the Wildcats.
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Angelina Jolie battles with Megan Fox for role
Angelina Jolie, bloodied and blonde onset of her latest film 'Salt' in New York. Working in the late afternoon of her latest film 'Salt', Angelina walked during filming a short scene barefoot, despite the cold temperatures.
Actress Angelina Jolie is battling with Megan Fox for a role in the new remake of Barbarella.
Jolie, 34, is reportedly feeling under threat from the 23-year-old.
The pair both want to star in the remake of the 1968 film and are both auditioning for the lead role.
A source revealed: "This will be the first time Ange and Megan have ever faced off for the same role.
"Ange is really feeling the pressure. Ange knows that to win roles she has to look youthful."
The insider added: "Megan is stunning and fast becoming a huge star. Angelina is petrified."