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Tuesday night's powerful winds ripped through an East Texas RV
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Residents at the Easley RV Park in Hughes Springs Texas reported hearing the
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Blizzard Black Pearl (2014)
In their reviews of the Black Pearl, several testers digressed to carry on about Johnny Depp. (Gear analysts? Yes. Mature adults? Not so much.) But we actually see the analogy. This ski is smart and smooth enough to get out of any predicament and so charismatic it steals the show. And it's a plunderer all right, charging lines and hightailing it past anyone who gets in its way. Its talents are wasted on anything less than a strong leading lady, but it won't waste its energy punishing you for being off your game. Gibbons: "For the speedster looking for versatility."
The Black Pearl is the narrowest and least expensive ski in Blizzard's Free Mountain line, with an 88 mm waist designed to suit everyday conditions for frontside skiers who don't need a specialty powder ski. Blizzard's Full Rocker profile combines a flat section under the binding with rocker fore and aft. Like the men's Brahma, with which it shares the same geometry, it's a wood-core, laminate construction with sturdy, grippy vertical sidewalls, but it's a significantly lighter, livelier construction than the men's version, with a strip of lightweight foam down the middle of the core and no metal laminates. All Free Mountain skis are built with Blizzard's Flipcore construction method: The ski mold is built with rocker in it, and the wood core is flipped so that it fits the rockered mold (arched surface down). Blizzard says no extra pressure is needed tip and tail to bend the ski into a rockered shape, so there's no material-memory tendency to spring back to an unrockered shape, and pressure distribution is even along the ski's length. All Blizzard skis are built in the company's Mittersill, Austria, factory headquarters, near Kitzbuhel and the Kitzsteinhorn.
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Yona Yona Ale - Yo-Ho Brewing Company
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Ratings: 98 | Reviews: 53 | Display Reviews Only:
Reviews by roblowther:
4.58/5 rDev +19%
Clear copper in color, with minimal head and almost no lace. Very clear. The smell is rose hips with a coriander and pepper note. The taste is a fantastic blend of malt & hops, with a very mild hops note and a sweet finish that really brings it all together nicely. The mouthfeel has a nice body with a bit of carbonation. The drinkability is fantastic. Probably the most drinkable pale ale I've had.
04-08-2008 12:22:08 | More by roblowther
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4/5 rDev +3.9%
12-11-2012 11:12:38 | More by mrskin
3.58/5 rDev -7%
What Yona-Yona Ale lacks in flavor it makes up for in ubiquity. Craft beer can be hard to come by in Japan, and having a brew like this show up regularly in grocery stores is a ray of hoppy sunshine in a swamp of Asahi Super Dry and Kirin Lager.
Yona-Yona has a nice floral hop nose, with a well balanced malt backbone. It is not the most flavorful Pale Ale, and to judge it by the standards of American Pale Ales and IPAs it is only a fair effort. But it is the hoppiest Japanese craft beer sold in my area, and that sort of thing is worth rewarding.
07-23-2014 07:16:00 | More by travelingrant
4.15/5 rDev +7.8%
350mL can as pictured, freshness date 0912上 (before December 2009, if I'm reading it right). Braille beside the ring-pull, don't know Braille.
A: Dark amber brew with an off-white head, low carbonation yet admirable head retention (good head retention for the style), and sticky lacing. Looks appealing. 4.0
S: Might have been served too cold, not getting a whole lot of volatile aromas coming off. Some generic hoppiness and dark dried fruit aromas, but it's not giving enough away. Pleasant but indistinct. 3.5
T: Taste is rich, sweet, satisfyingly full, malty and ale-hoppy on the tongue, and especially bitter on the palate. True to style, the expected flavours such as raisins, raw sugar, even pineapple are all there. Nice and fruity, but tastes like a beer, not like tropical punch, like some ales like this (Badger Champion especially has the tropical punch aroma for example). A sweetness can be detected even on the lips. This is a well-made brew, and the depth of flavour is difficult to fault. I haven't sat down and contemplated a beer like this in quite a while. 5.0
M: In the mouth it's a good blend of astringency and stickiness. Could afford to be a little more carbonation, but otherwise goes down nicely. 4.0
D: I wouldn't crave half a dozen of these, they're better enjoyed sipping one and moving onto something more cleansing. The stickiness is nice but would be cloying after the third beer. A nice beer to sit and contemplate, but you'd feel a little bloated if you had too many of them. 3.0
Overall: Refreshing, but not the kind of beer you want at noon on a humid midsummer's day in southern Japan. But thankfully the relentless heat happened a month ago, and I can enjoy this beer on a cool September eve.
This is better than I remember it, I needed a friend to remind me to try it again. A solid ale from a land where true beer is found in less than trace amounts.
09-14-2009 11:59:54 | More by Weizenmensch
3.5/5 rDev -9.1%
03-25-2012 12:01:38 | More by GuidedByVoices
3.5/5 rDev -9.1%
07-26-2014 08:53:41 | More by AxlSkull
4/5 rDev +3.9%
01-26-2013 11:33:32 | More by intoxabroad
3.33/5 rDev -13.5%
350mL heavyweight aluminum can served cold in pint glass. Beer pours an alarmingly hazy pale orange amber. I was expecting a pale ale (not that I can read any of the Japanese on the can) but this thing is seriously cloudy. Tiny white head. Intense citrus hop aroma. Aroma could be worthy of an IPA, actually.
Although the aroma is beta-acid hop forward, the flavor is much more mellow. Slightly sweet, and hopped like a non-India pale ale. Hops are more than balanced out by some non-descript malt flavors more, leaving a result somewhat short of dry.
Enjoyable, especially given it's less than pleasant (to me) appearance in the glass. I picked this up today at uwajimaya in Seattle today because I noticed that when I picked up the same brewery's porter ("Tokyo Black") I had really enjoyed it, at least according to my BA review. This is decent but unlike the porter it doesn't justify the $4.39 / not-even-12oz sticker price.
10-08-2012 04:07:30 | More by hreb
3.75/5 rDev -2.6%
11-20-2013 12:20:47 | More by SidewinderX
3.5/5 rDev -9.1%
02-08-2013 02:12:25 | More by FalconA
4.25/5 rDev +10.4%
12-15-2013 02:35:02 | More by ironchefkook
3.55/5 rDev -7.8%
Poured from an 11.2 oz. can. Has a pretty caramel color with a 1/2 inch head. Smell is mild, a bit of hops. Taste is good, hops, citrus, lots of flavor, the most hops in a beer since I left the states on vacation. Feels medium bodied in the mouth and overall is a solid beer.
06-20-2013 05:57:11 | More by tone77
3.2/5 rDev -16.9%
Pours deep amber with a large, lasting head.
Nose shows soft piny hops and a bit of grapefruit. Also some soft caramel.
Flavours are somewhat similar but include some bready malt and less hops.
A bit over-carbed really.
Fine but nothing too impressive.
09-18-2012 06:41:32 | More by CrazyDavros
3.28/5 rDev -14.8%
Golden orange, sticky collar of lacing. Feeble island of floating skim in the middle. Bright clarity, saturated reddish-orange color.
Woody cedar, caramel sweetness, tea like.
Old oxidized caramel malt, orange peel, something vaguely medicinal. Dry aftertaste, malty. Medium bodied, a pretty average pale ale, regardless of origin. Not sure of the age of this can, it could be old, who knows... for $6 i'm not going to try it again. A novelty buy...
10-08-2011 05:19:23 | More by emerge077
3.75/5 rDev -2.6%
08-22-2014 11:51:56 | More by LakerLeith
3.91/5 rDev +1.6%
Poured into a Nostradamus flute glass. Pours a hazy, medium golden amber with a thin white head that still has good retention and light lacing. Mild aroma of stone fruit and light bready malt. Flavor follows, with pleasant stone fruit and lemon, light citrus hops and bready malt. Light to medium bodied with a hint of creaminess. A quite pleasant pale ale; light on hops, but makes up for it with a nice fruity, bready malt. Well balanced.
08-13-2013 05:11:12 | More by LiquidAmber
New York
4.48/5 rDev +16.4%
I had at d.b.a. in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
A. It has a dark orange color, and it's opaque. It has a big foamy off-white head with some lacing.
S. Nice citrus and hop scent.
T/M. It has a sensational orange taste. Some mild bitter hops. It's fruity and more on the dark fruit side. A hefty rye like taste in the finish. Smooth with a mild bite.
O. A unique, beautifully fruity blend.
01-11-2014 22:40:58 | More by Amalak
New York
4.15/5 rDev +7.8%
A: The beer is slightly hazy yellowish orange in color and has a slight amount of visible carbonation. It poured with a quarter-finger high off white head that quickly died down, leaving lacing on the surface and a thick ring of creamy bubbles around the edge of the glass.
S: There are aromas of fruity yeast and pale malts in the nose along with some hints of citrusy hops.
T: The taste is very similar to the smell and has flavors of bready malts and both citrus and pine resin hops.
M: It feels medium-bodied, smooth and somewhat creamy on the palate with a moderate amount of carbonation.
O: The beer is very well balanced and has a good amount of hops to keep the taste interesting compared to other beers in the style. It's very easy to drink yet also complex enough to sip and savor.
12-16-2011 03:59:06 | More by metter98
3.5/5 rDev -9.1%
03-24-2014 01:51:30 | More by warpedrevolution
3.5/5 rDev -9.1%
01-14-2013 01:35:53 | More by pin
4/5 rDev +3.9%
11-08-2012 12:04:08 | More by 007Tokyo
3.75/5 rDev -2.6%
06-16-2014 23:31:57 | More by ttylicki
4.38/5 rDev +13.8%
Wow. I just got this at whole foods. This is a really great brew. I never thought Japanese craft beer was this good. Canned, no doubt.
A: Golden orange with a thing head, fine bubbles.
S: Smell is actually rather boring.Thin whisps of orange/citrus malt.
T: Its like light liquid bread with a light hops and a ultra light bitter. Very good balance of malt and hops. Utterly pleasant.
M: Really good. Its creamy, light, smooth, slight carbonation. Veery good.
M: Creamy, smooth, nice amount of carbonation--excellent.
I need to find a way to buy cases of this stuff.
11-07-2011 04:02:44 | More by zeio
4.75/5 rDev +23.4%
04-14-2013 12:46:01 | More by gnikola
North Carolina
4/5 rDev +3.9%
A: Pours a slightly hazy golden orange in color with light amounts of visible carbonation. The beer has a half finger tall off-white head that quickly reduces to an extremely thin layer over a majority of the surface of the beer, a thicker patch, and a thick ring at the edges of the glass. Moderate to significant lacing is observed.
S: This beer has the aroma of pale malts with a light presence of a fruity yeast. There is also a pretty solid aroma of citrus hops.
T: The flavor really follows the aroma with a nice malty body made up of both pale and bready malts. There is a pleasant amount of bitterness that is contributed by the citrus hops. There is a very light hint of pine hops as well.
M: Medium bodied with moderate amounts of carbonation. Smooth and slightly creamy.
O: Very easy to drink and enjoyable. The beer has a low enough ABV and pleasant enough flavor to easily be a session beer. It is very well balanced with enough complexity to be interesting. Definitely one to have again.
04-13-2012 00:51:14 | More by dbrauneis
Yona Yona Ale from Yo-Ho Brewing Company
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Sony Announces Two 4K 60FPS Cameras Under $7K
[Update: Looks like there will be a professional version of this camera as well, the PXW-Z100, with higher data rates.] We saw a sneak preview of this camera all the way back in January at CES, but it wasn't clear what the final specs would be or when we might actually see the thing. Details were scarce at the time, but today Sony finally pulled the wraps off of their first consumer/prosumer 4K camera, the FDR-AX1. Check out one of the first samples below:
[Update]: Here is a little more about the PXW-Z100, which should run you $6,500, and also includes variable frame rate and a 3G-HD-SDI output:
XAVC Recording Format at 4K 50p/60p, 4:2:2 10-bit at 500/600Mbps, HD at up to 223Mbps
The PXW-Z100 uses Sony's XAVC™* recording format first employed in the PMW-F55 CineAlta® 4K camera. MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 compression is used for HD (1920×1080), QFHD (3840×2016) and 4K (4096×2160) content. Image sampling is 4:2:2 10-bit, with an intra-frame system that compresses each frame individually at a maximum bit rate of 500Mbps or 600Mbps during 4K 50fps or 60fps recording respectively and 223Mbps during HD 50fps or 60fps recording. The XAVC format is ideal for those looking to implement a high-quality, secure and worry-free workflow.
Here are the specs:
- Record 4K 3840 x 2160p Video at 24/25/30/50/60 fps
- 1920 x 1080p at 24/25/30/50/60 fps (50 Mbps)
- 1/2.3″ Exmor R 8.3MP CMOS Image Sensor
- 4.1 – 82 mm f/1.6 – f/3.4 Lens
- Built-In Microphone & Dual Pro XLR Jacks
- Dual XQD Card Slots for 4K Recording
- Recording Time: 50 min. with 64GB XQD card (XAVC-S 3840 x 2160/60p, 150 Mbps)
- 1/4, 1/16/ 1/64 ND Filters
- Independent Zoom, Focus & Iris Rings
- Availability: October
- Price: $4,500
With a sensor slightly smaller than 1/2″, you're not going to be getting very shallow depth of field with this one (though it's not really meant to be that kind of camera). This isn't a Super 35mm Blackmagic 4K camera to be used with interchangeable lenses, it's more suited for documentary or live event work. If you do want that shallow DOF look, you could certainly try and throw a Super 35mm adapter on it like a Letus, Redrock, or Brevis (I know I kept those for a reason). I'm sure you can get them practically free at this point, though whether you'll be able to resolve anywhere near 4K is a whole other question.
Sony once again is going to make you buy new cards if you want to shoot 4K with the FDR-AX1. CF doesn't quite have the speed yet, so you'll have to spring for the newer XQD card format which Nikon has actually featured in the D4 (but right now a 32GB card will come with purchase of the FDR-AX1). You'll be shooting in 4K with the newly developed XAVC-S codec, which will be wrapped in the MP4 format. For lower quality formats, however, they do have a Memory Stick and SD card slots.
If you want to actually display that 4K 60fps on a TV, Sony is planning on upgrading the HDMI firmware to the 2.0 spec at some point in the future. You would, of course, need a 4K TV/Monitor that has this hardware built-in or can be upgraded at a later date.
You'll have to wait until October to get your hands on one, but at $4,500 it's likely going to be a solid system for those looking to future-proof their work doc 0r live work. The pro version at $6,500 will give much higher data rates, 3G-HD-SDI, and variable frame rates at a bit more cost.
Link: Sony FDR-AX1 Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder — B&H
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Sean Woods on 09.4.13 @ 7:35PM
I keep reading 50/60p for this and the pro version (PXW-Z100) so I'm guessing no 24p/25p as a frame rate?
"Record 4K 3840 x 2160p Video at 24/25/30/50/60 fps
1920 x 1080p at 24/25/30/50/60 fps (50 Mbps)"
First two lines of the camera specs in the article…
Oberoth on 09.6.13 @ 3:08AM
What I don't understand, and it's the difference between me serious contemplating this camera or not even looking at it twice is the 1080p frame rate. Give it can process 4096×2160 @60fps which is over half a billions pixels per second then it would be capable of 1920×1080 @256fps, so why no full HD at 240fps mode?
1/2.3″ sensor seems awfully small for a $6500 camera?
PXW-Z100 seems to be offering a major leap forward.
Shooting 4K and editing in 1080 timeline = tons of possibilities!!!
Philip Lipetz on 09.4.13 @ 7:51PM
The PXW-Z100 is 4:2:2 10 bit 600mbs, the only question is the small sensor chip, but it looks like a real winner if the sensor is good.
mikeP on 09.4.13 @ 7:54PM
Sony hurting finacially is pushing 4k so they can sell alot of TV's thats all this is.
Kraig on 09.5.13 @ 6:47AM
Sounds good to me… Where do I sign?
Sean Woods on 09.4.13 @ 8:11PM
Actually nevermind, B&H specs show 24, 25, 30p frame rates.
I know small sensors are sort of cursed around here, but jeez the imagery in that videos is stunning. I keep seeing some sort of future where multiple cameras are used cinema making… small sensor 4k for wide shots, large sensor for CUs, action cams to get get shots where no other cams can be physically placed.
Miles on 09.5.13 @ 12:19PM
I agree!!!
Paul Watt on 09.4.13 @ 8:26PM
Must be a pretty incredible lens to resolve 4k on such a small sensor over such a large range. I'm gonna guess that there's gonna be some softness as soon as you're past f5, and really tough to imagine it'll be sharp through it's range. If it is, it'll be a pretty useful unit.
BTW, I am not sure where I read it but IIRC, Sony is using the processor from their high end/pro F-55/65 series rather than the low end BIONZ chip.
And, hey, while we're at it, their updated FS-700U and UK models seem to include that digital interface that previously was sold separately for $5K. With the upgrade, this camera (quote from Sony) – "The NEX-FS700U now features an upgrade that enables full 2K RAW up to 240fps or 4K RAW up to 60fps recording to Sony's AXS-R5 RAW recorder. This "open architecture" update also enables 2K & 4K recordings onto compatible third party recorders. Upgraded NEX-FS700UK camcorders now record Linear RAW with 12-bit precision to the HXR-IFR5 RAW interface plus AXS-R5 memory recorder (sold separately)". The updated camera lists for $9,137 (huh, you ask) and the total with R5 is ~ $14K. Or does one need that interface still?
Well, if I screwed something up, here's the direct link.
You do still need the interface, the upgrade just includes the firmware update that cost the old fs700 users $400 to get serviced from Sony. That cam still has advantages over these new models in that you can use interchangeable lenses and shoot up to 240 fps. I do wish there was 10 bit straight up on the fs700 though…
Sony has done a very good job with this sample video to clearly show the resolving power of this chip/processor combination. The rich colours and intricate detail of the pagoda are vibrantly displayed, yet the subtle grey tones of the cloud shrouded mountains are cleanly defined. In the night time street scene we see the low light capability and dynamic range. And the restaurant exterior scene shows absolutely no sign of moire. Select "Original Quality" to get the full impact.
Clay on 09.4.13 @ 8:46PM
How would something like this do in low-light compared to say a Mark-II?
trackofalljades on 09.5.13 @ 5:43PM
My guess would be "that depends" a lot on motion (either camera or subject or both). Beyond all the magic of technological advancement, sometimes a small imager is just a small imager and there are always going to be limitations.
This seems kind of groundbreaking. It seems like an obvious choice for me to start saving for THIS instead of the 5D Mark III now for indie filmmaking.
Gene on 09.4.13 @ 9:08PM
There's a Panasonic 4K coming out in November too. It has the sensor form the GH3 in it. The GH already has a better picture than a 5Diii. I have some high hopes in that 4K Panasonic coming out soon.
WillTECH on 09.5.13 @ 6:45PM
Thanks Gene, I didn't know about the new Panasonic 4K. Was wondering which camera to buy, but will now wait to see what it is like – and how much it will cost!
Gene on 09.5.13 @ 8:14PM
I haven't heard the price. I've just heard it will be 4K and using the GH3 sensor. It's projected for November. But that's a projection. I would imagine Panasonic is fairly good at making and keeping projections, they've been around a while. But we're all human.
Gene on 09.4.13 @ 9:04PM
4K in p, no i involved, 60fps in p, no i involved, with lens, @ $4500.00. This looks like the 4K camera I have been waiting for. But I'm going to keep my powder dry until November when the Panasonic 4K camcorder comes out. I like the Panasonic color palette and video technology more than Sony. But this is exciting! I am excited at how quickly 4K is becoming affordable! :-)
Now I'm waiting for H265 and gigabit internet to become part of the mainstream. What beautiful video we will see then on our computers! :-)
Gene on 09.4.13 @ 9:46PM
should have also said waiting for low priced 4K tvs/monitors and 4K resolution video cards
:-) :-)
Miles on 09.5.13 @ 12:23PM
We have that already. The Seiki 39″ 4K monitor can be had for less than $700 on Amazon, the 50″ around $1200.
Gene on 09.5.13 @ 8:18PM
Thanks. I did know about those. And that is a low price. Honestly, I'm waiting for a little lower price, and for a 4K resolution video card.
Anthony Marino on 09.4.13 @ 9:18PM
You'd think they would've at least given the fs700 10-bit with upgrade. Bastards! #stillsour
It's 12 bit into a 16 bit wrapper … you need a $2.5K (a major price drop) interface and a $5K outboard Sony recorder. Plus, some sort of recording media. ~ $16K-$18K total, depending on a kit lens. Not a bad deal for the 4K Raw.
Anthony Marino on 09.5.13 @ 5:55PM
Agree not a bad deal for the odyssey Q if that ever ships before the camera is obsolete? Not even a frame grab, so who knows? The Sony solution in my opinion is a joke, the thing is just too cumbersome. It just would've been nice if they released 10-bit 4:2:2 with the upgrade minus all the 4k baloney.
Mr Blah on 09.4.13 @ 9:33PM
Wait, doesn't the Canon 1D C shoot at like 500 Mb/s (VBR) to CF cards? Why wouldn't the XAVC-S codec at 150 Mb/s work just fine?
John Terendy on 09.4.13 @ 10:45PM
Any word on interval record?
Anon on 09.5.13 @ 12:37AM
Maybe I've missed this, but what is the base sensitivity of these cameras? 500 ISO? 800 ISO? Something higher?
Joe Marine on 09.5.13 @ 12:46AM
It's a little different the way they do these cameras, but equivalent is probably 500 or below at best. These aren't going to be all that sensitive with so many pixels in such a small space.
Saied on 09.5.13 @ 3:52AM
Are these good for weddings? Will heating be an issue on these cameras for long shooting?
Rick on 09.5.13 @ 8:27PM
Hey man, I've shot on the Sony NX5-U before, which is pretty similar to this camera in regards to form factor, most of the features, etc. I've used it for very long shooting sessions (Over an hour continuously) and while the camera is definitely warm to the touch when done, I've never had one stop recording.
Gene on 09.5.13 @ 8:33PM
Have you done any live streaming with it? If yes how is the picture for the end user?
Kraig on 09.5.13 @ 6:50AM
Nice camera! Damn those cards are pricey though! Blimey!
Razor on 09.5.13 @ 11:45AM
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The skateboard industry just got a new camera!
trackofalljades on 09.5.13 @ 5:46PM
That's pretty much exactly what I was thinking. I look at this and think "okay so you do docs with movement, you buy this and a Hero 3 Black and you're done."
Skateboarders will just start buying up HVX200s when people move to something 4k. At least…I hope. I kind of cringe when I see them using VX2000s or 2100s still, but the footage is always fun.
trackofalljades on 09.5.13 @ 5:45PM
Setting aside the resolution, which is already being discussed, I'm pretty impressed with the body design too…I mean seriously how many other decent camcorder bodies can you get with a zoom lens already attached and three rings plus internal ND for under $5000?
I'm not sure the answer is any…unless you include used gear. Someone remind me of one I'm forgetting?
Gene on 09.5.13 @ 8:27PM
The Panasonic AG/AF 100 body, w/o lens, is $2000.00 now. But it goes to 1080p only, not 4K. I imagine that price will go down to a clearance price when the Panasonic 4K comes out in November. That's one that comes to mind immediately.
I'm agreeing with you, this looks like a good deal. I don't know of a 4K camera with those things you bring up at this cost. There's supposed to be a total of approx. twenty one new 4K cameras coming out in this next year. I'm actually looking forward to 8K—-and some day out in the future, 16K.
David on 09.5.13 @ 8:48PM
Yep…. I guess we can all look forward to a new mega pixel war similar to the one we've witnessed over the last 5-10 years with still cameras… :)
Gene on 09.5.13 @ 10:17PM
and I like it. The consumer has the scales tipped toward his benefit in times like that.
Gene on 09.5.13 @ 8:29PM
I know this is a small sensor and won't look as good as a BM 4K, or Red, but still, it looks great in that demo video. Higher resolution is king.
It's not a matter of as good or not. It's a completely different look than BMD or RED. I'd try not to compare them since they're totally different applications of cameras.
Convergent Design just released the footage of FS-700 + Odyssey 7. It's capable of 2K Raw @240 fps and of 4K ProRes 10 Bit. The 2 min clip is on YouTube (in 1080p) or it can be downloaded in original res from the company web site. Those who did download it say it looks spectacular. To my untrained eye, the downscaled YouTube 1080p looks great as well. The whole package (~ $8K for FS 700 and $4K for the Odyssey Q7 + media card + Sony codec combo) will run about $12K. Ah, another small step for mankind ….
steven on 09.6.13 @ 1:00AM
this looks just tooo detailed,,its starting to look fake,,the human eyes cant see like this in real life,,,this is starting to look like CG,,,all the 4k stuff is going to far,,i still think film is perfect at 16mm and 35mm,,this is just to detailed,,i like a little softness,,i just am starting to not like this 2k 4k stuff,,,getting out of hand,,,and red is coming out with 8k???why are you people supporting this look,,it looks just unreal,,,does life on the streets look like this????
Of course everyone deserves their opinion, but I'd have to respectfully disagree. I happen to love sharpness. I remember shooting 16mm in film school, and when you would watch it I'd say, "what…that's it?" Now, I'll admit I have always been a fan of the video look (Collateral, Miami Vice, Zodiac, Speed Racer), and I think this 4k camera is gonna help me make imagery that is more like what I see in my head.
james on 10.7.13 @ 2:59PM
Dan H on 09.7.13 @ 3:47PM
Since this is a pro-sumer camera and the specs. for UHD haven't even been finalized, I would not want to jump on these 1st gen products unless the entire camera system can be firmware upgraded to support the ratified UHD specs.
That should come later this year or early next.
Does anyone know if there will be an Interval Record / Time Lapse option?
Matt Davis' review of the pre-production Z100 on Sony's UK site.
Jere Sumell on 11.25.13 @ 4:34AM
Thanks for information about new Sony 4K -cameras! I'm still studying this technique, but it seems like a future of home video making?
My local video equipment dealer got no these 4K cameras yet for sale, but perhaps I'll wait for other manufactures coming to business and prices coming down before buying decision.
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Broxmouth is the name of the remains of an Iron Age hillfort, which was occupied continuously between the early-mid first millennium BC into the early centuries AD. The site is located in East Lothian, about 2.5 kilometers (1.5 miles) from Dunbar, Scotland and 600 meters (~2,000 feet) from the North Sea coast. The site has evidence for several wall fortification enclosures, numerous well-preserved roundhouses and three distinct cemetery regions. Broxmouth is important for its extensive and well-preserved artifact assemblage of animal bone and shell; and its evidence for Iron Age deep sea fishing.
The first evidence for occupation of the site is early Iron Age, and limited to a palisade trench and some fragmentary ditch elements. The major enclosure was built about 500 BC, and rebuilt several times over the next two hundred years. Eventually, the fort had at least four ramparts and ditches and a complex series of entrance gates. By around 300 cal BC, the enclosing fortifications at the site were abandoned and occupation spread outside across the inner ditch. Timber and stone roundhouses were built, rebuilt and occupied until the third century AD, when the settlement of the hill was abandoned.
Faunal Remains
The large animal bone assemblage (>34,000 fragments, most of which were butchered domestic cow bones) recovered from the middens at Broxmouth contained some surprises: 36 fish bone fragments representing Atlantic cod, ling, flatfish, gadid, European plaice, saithe and possibly shark. All of the fish represent large specimens of marine species and some, such as the ling, commonly live at depths to 100-400 meters (330-1300 feet). These fish must either have been obtained via trade or by deep sea fishing: since there is little other possible evidence of exchange systems in place at Broxmouth is in effect at the site, and researchers Russ et al. believe the bones are evidence of Iron Age deep sea fishing.
The fish bones only represent a total of nine fish. Shellfish, crustaceans, whale and seal bone represent an additional minor dietary component in the faunal bone, although there were large quantities of marine shell, especially winkles and limpets, found at Broxmouth. The winkles and limpets were most likely brought to the site as empty shells, and perhaps used in some craft or industrial process. Isotopic analysis of the human bones, however, indicate that marine protein was a relatively small percentage of the diet for people living at Broxmouth.
Burials at Broxmouth
Cemetery elements at Broxmouth include a small formal inhumation cemetery located north of the outer ditch; four isolated inhumation burials within the fort itself; and a number of disarticulated fragmentary human remains found within middens, floor deposits and other domestic contexts.
The cemetery contains 10 interments, including 8 single burials and one double. Most of the graves are oval or sub-rectangular, and approximately .7 m (2.3 ft) deep. Most of the burials were slab-lined and/or covered with stone slabs, although the floors of the graves were not. Some of the capping slabs are decorated. The skeletons were of at least four males and six females, most of whom were adults, aged 18-35. Two sub-adults were recovered, a 9-10 year old and a 12-13 year old. The cemetery was used between ca 300-150 cal BC.
Three isolated burials of women were found within the hillfort, two of which dated to the early Iron Age, between 520-400 cal BC. A third dated 370-160 cal BC was placed so that it would be visible to those using the entranceway. A fourth isolated burial post-dates the Iron Age hillfort by several centuries, ~AD 390-540.
Twenty-two disarticulated fragments of human remains were discovered from roundhouses, middens, or ditch deposits. Most are from cranial or mandibles, most were from adults. Several show evidence of violent attack, a few were deliberately modified. Isotope analysis indicates that these individuals were likely not residents of Broxmouth, but possibly war trophies.
Broxmouth was part of a salvage excavation conducted between 1977-1979 by Peter Hill in advance of the expansion of a cement works, and there is little of the site works visible today. Publication of the results was stalled in the early 1980s, and the analysis and publication of the results has been undertaken in the early 21st century by a team led by Ian Armit and Jo McKenzie.
This glossary entry is a part of the About.com guide to the European Iron Age, and the Dictionary of Archaeology.
Armit I, Neale N, Shapland F, Bosworth H, Hamilton D, and McKenzie J. 2013. The Ins and Outs of Death in the Iron Age: Complex Funerary Treatments at Broxmouth Hillfort, East Lothian. Oxford Journal Of Archaeology 32(1):73-100.
Russ H, Armit I, McKenzie J, and Jones AKG. 2012. Deep-sea fishing in the Iron Age? New evidence from Broxmouth hillfort, South-east Scotland. Environmental Archaeology 17(2):177-184.


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Annual Nursing Research and Practice Symposium
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Thursday, April 24, 2014
5–9 p.m.
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Mertie L. Potter, DNP, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC; Clinical Professor, MGH Institute of Health Professions; Nurse Practitioner, Merrimack Valley Counseling Association, Nashua, NH
Bringing Hope to a Suffering World
This presentation examines challenges and opportunities nurses face when providing psychiatric-mental health care to individuals in a variety of settings. Numerous changes have occurred in the past few years, and in particular, during this past year. Many individuals diagnosed with mental illness and their caregivers suffer due to the pervasive impact of mental illness. Nurses are in a unique position to bring hope to these individuals on local, regional, national, and international levels.
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Mertie L. Potter, DNP, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC; Clinical Professor, MGH Institute of Health Professions; Nurse Practitioner, Merrimack Valley Counseling Association, Nashua, NH
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Same and Different: Culturally Informed Approaches to a Mental Health Care Situation
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Elizabeth Peterson, D.Min, RN; Professor and Department Chair of Nursing, Bethel University
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Photographer of the month: Zebraman
Zebraman is a very unique photographer from Belgium.
Not all people would enjoy his work.
But he is a great cosplay photographer too.
Website: http://dr-whom.deviantart.com/
Q: What has got you to start with photography?
I started with photography, mainly because I wasn't good at drawing. So I switched to a camera, which solved certain problems, and created many others.
Q: How long have you been a photographer?
In 88 or 89, I went to Egypt with the university, and I took my father's old Canon FX with me. It sort of started from there.
Q: What would be your dream photoshoot?
So many choices! Anything with Kate Moss would be nice. More seriously, I would for once like to command the kind of resources they have at Vogue or Vanity Fair, where you can just pick the setting, and have assistents for hair and wardrobe and whatnot. It wouldn't be a fashion shoot, though.
Q: In your opinion, are there any big differences between Belgian cosplayers and those of other countries?
I don't know that many foreigners, but in my experience, not really, no.
Q: Do cosplayers make good models?
Yes and no. They are very eager, and always ready to strike a pose. On the other hand, they tend to concentrate on the costume, and do not always have the commitment to make things perfect photographically speaking.
Q: Do you have favorite cosplayers?
Q: Are there any cosplays you refuse to take picutes of?
Not really, although if costumes are really too bad, or things are too neo nazi, I might make an excuse
Q: Are you a fan of anything – anime, video games, sci-fi, etc?
Not into gaming at all, but a great fan of SF, anime, manga. I was there in 89 when Akira came out!
Q: What has been your weirdest experience while photographing cosplayers?
No strange things as such, except a very amazed wedding reception when Suiguntou walked by.
Q: You've been to many countries. Which has been your favorite place to shoot?
Scandinavia in the Summer.
Q: Is there anything else you would like to say to the world?
Keep on making these wonderful costumes.


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If you struggle with mouth breathing while using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for sleep apnea, keep in mind that there are several things you can do that will help.
First however, you may be wondering: Why is mouth breathing bad? The CPAP delivers a constant flow of air that is meant to keep your upper airway open so you can breathe easily. However, if your mouth falls open while the air is being delivered through your nose via a mask, it will escape. This can be an uncomfortable sensation. It can also dry your mouth out. Most importantly, it may reduce the effectiveness of your treatment.
Mouth breathing may occur for a few reasons. Some people may have an anatomical problem, like a deviated septum. If you have allergies or nasal congestion, this will likewise be a problem.
How to Fix Nasal Obstruction
It is important that you be able to take breaths through your nose without a sense of the air meeting resistance. If you have allergies, you may need to speak to your doctor about treating them with oral medications or nasal steroids. You may also find it helpful to rinse your nose with a neti pot, which delivers warm water into you nose and sinuses. If you have a deviated septum, this may need to be corrected with surgery.
What If It's an Equipment Problem?
The next likely culprit may be your CPAP mask or machine. If the mask is not fitting properly, it may leak or cause other problems. It is important to follow basic fitting guidelines, which take into account your unique facial features, and find a mask that suits you well. If air is leaking from your mouth, this presumes you are using a mask that delivers the air into your nose. One possible solution is to try a mask that covers both your nose and mouth or one that delivers the air directly into your mouth.
Regardless of the mask type that you choose, it is highly recommended that your machine be fitted with a heated humidifier. The humidified air will keep the nose, mouth, and throat moist and this will make things more comfortable and tolerable.
Use a Chinstrap to Keep the Mouth Closed
If it is a simple matter of your mouth falling open, this can be corrected with a chinstrap. A chinstrap is usually a piece of fabric, often fitted with Velcro, that can be secured around your lower jaw and the top of your head. It will keep your mouth closed and often corrects mouth breathing on CPAP. It may not be a cure-all, as some people may still have problems that persist despite the use of a chinstrap, either snoring or having their lips buzz as the air continues to escape.
Troubleshooting and Alternative Treatments
It may be necessary to have a repeat sleep study to ensure that you have a proper amount of pressure delivered. If you have old equipment, you should have this checked. As the equipment ages, the pressure that is delivered may wane through leaks or other problems.
Finally, other interventions and alternative therapies including position therapy or even surgery may be necessary as a last resort.
You should continue to be diligent about finding a solution. Compliance to CPAP can be tough, and there are many potential tolerance problems, but avoiding the serious consequences of sleep apnea makes the hard work worth it.


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I know there's all the talk about Lebron potentially coming back to Cleveland if he opts out of his deal in 2014. I understand why there is reason to get excited and hope that we get our prodigal son back. He is one of the greats and he's only getting better. But I must say-I'm not sure how I feel about HOW we would get him back. The way I see it is that he went down to Miami and we really didn't get much for him. Yes, I know, I know, we received 5 future draft picks per this blurb:
"Cleveland now owns two of Miami's first-round draft picks starting no earlier than 2013 and continuing through 2017, the Heat's 2012 second-round pick from New Orleans, and the future second-round pick Miami acquired from Oklahoma City. Additionally, Cleveland will have the right to swap 2012 first-round picks with the Heat. The trade also gives Cleveland a very large trade exception, which the Cavaliers can now use in trades within one calendar year."
Now, on the surface, that is a decent haul. Until you realize that the Heat have been at the top of the Eastern Conference for the last three years, rendering those picks late twenties. We got lucky this year with the Lakers making the playoffs with the ability to move up via swap. But all in all, we didn't really get too much. We didn't even use the player exception before it expired.
Why am I gripping? Because the way for Lebron to come back to Cleveland seems to prompt people o generate floating ideas of a Sign and Trade. Now, Miami, with Pat Riley, will be in one of the best positions in Basketball. He will have the ability to trade Bosh for a haul and then trade Lebron back to Cleveland. But with Wade fading I have a feeling he would try to get as much as he can for the so called "Greatest Player of His Generation". No doubt that he is, but let's think about this. For 5 future picks and a player exception would the Cavs really Trade Tristan, Kyrie, Waiters or this year's No. 1 Pick? I would NOT. We didn't get much from the Lebron deal and I wouldn't want to toil away as the 2007 Cavs while giving Pat Riley and the Heat some pieces to keep trudging along in the Eastern Conference race.
Reading around I've seen a few trades that say things like Lebron James for Dion Waiters, Thompson, and future Picks?!?! NO.
Lebron James for Kyrie Irving, Anderson Varejao, and Tristan Thompson and future picks. That just GAVE the Miami Heat the ability to compete consistently even if Wade is fading. Can you imagine Kyrie, Wade, Tristan, Bosh, and Andy? Arguably they would beat the Cavs in a playoff series even with Lebron. Who are we rolling out? Lebron at the 4 with Waiters as our primary scorer? With no NBA caliber PG? Not good.
I love Lebron. Regardless of the decision, but the Cavs need to be careful. Pat Riley can really cripple us really quickly if Grant bites on the Lebron Trade Idea. We drafted these players who are blossoming before our eyes.
Let's continue to watch them. I'd rather have a Core of Thompson, Waiters, and Kyrie with a "decent" Small forward and an above average center than Waiters, Lebron and a bunch of Luke Walton-Ray Allen-types trying so hard to follow Lebron everywhere.
I know the Cavs will run into OKC's issue with players on contracts but they really need to buck the trend and keep as many of these players as possible. The ONLY one I can see potentially being traded in the next 4 years in Tristan. That's just because the 4 position is one of the easiest to fill in the NBA, in my opinion. Center is not. 2-gaurds....a slasher like Dion is hard to come by. And Kyrie, well he's Kyrie. Don't even.
Any who, that was just a quick rant. I don't want to see the Cavs do something crazy like trade Dion, Thompson, and future picks for Lebron. After that, knowing Pat Riley, he'll trade Bosh for Demarcus Cousins and a bunch of Picks too. Next thing you know the Heat are walking around with 13 picks (sound familiar) two top 4 picks and Demarcus. That would be a travesty for Cleveland in my opinion.
Go Cavs!
As always, a little time for an egregious off-season prediction!!:
- Cavs trade the No. 1 pick to Sacramento, AV, and for Cousins, and the No. 7
- At Number 7 Cavs take SHAMU
- Cavs trade the 31, 33, and Orlando's 2014 Second rounder to Dallas for Marion and their 13th pick.
- At 13 get Dennis Schroeder-PG
- At 19 grab Kelly Olynyk-Play him at PF like Andrea Bargnai
- Resign Ellington.
- Let Speights walk and Boobie too.
- Sign Josh Smith.
Roll out a Line-up of
- Kyrie/Schroeder/Ellington
- Dion/Shamu
- Josh Smith/Marion/Walton
- TT/Olynyk/Kevin Jones
- Boogie/Zeller
Defense would be hard to come by with the Center's and PF's, but Mike Brown made Mo' Williams play Defense. Andy too. I trust him.


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A helicopter and two cars have been involved in this morning's crash in Vauxhall, south London, a spokesman for London Fire Brigade has confirmed to ITV News.
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2013 Blazers Draft Party!
The team will be hosting their annual draft party this Thursday. Note that this year's even will take place at the Buffalo Wild Wings up by Lloyd Center--NOT at the Rose Garden. Festivities start at 3:30, and the draft begins at 4. Leave a comment if you plan on attending, and maybe we can get a bunch of BEdgers together to make snap judgments about this year's crop of prospects.


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Wide receiver Victor Cruz is tantalizing NFL teams as a restricted free agent this offseason. This means the New York Giants have some built-in safeguards against losing the dynamic playmaker, but it doesn't make quarterback Eli Manning any less concerned, or any less willing to help if need be.
Manning would be more than happy to help release some of the financial pressure between the Giants and the salary cap by restructuring his own contract, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPNNewYork.com reported Wednesday. Youngmisuk notes, though, that no conversations of the sort between the team and their signal-caller have taken place at this time.
Here's part of Manning's pitch from the ESPN New York story:
"That is kind of up to the Giants and what they want to do," Manning said. "I am always up for listening and doing whatever is best for the team to put us in a [situation] to win more championships."
As for those safeguards, the Giants have Cruz on a first-round tender. That means not only do they get the chance to match a potential outside offer but would receive a first-round pick from any squad that does sign Cruz.
The deadline for the rest of the NFL to sign Cruz to an offer sheet this offseason is Friday, April 19. If nothing happens before then, Cruz returns to the Giants for the 2013 season. Manning, and of course Cruz, would like to make his tenure with the Giants a lot longer than that.
In 2012, Cruz caught 86 passes for 1,092 yards and 10 touchdowns. He has 2,628 receiving yards and 19 touchdown catches over his two-year run in New York.
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Bartlesville Man Arrested On Meth Charges
A $150,000 bond has been set for a Bartlesville man who allegedly was caught with illegal drugs. 47-year old Scott Allen Morris is charged with possession of methamphetamine, driving with a suspended license, obstructing driver's view, and failure to carry insurance. Bartlesville police stopped a Jeep Cherokee with a cracked windshield at the intersection of Johnstone Avenue and 20th Street. According to a court affidavit, the suspect told officers the vehicle didn't belong to him. The police learned that Morris' license was suspended and had a $75,000 warrant for his arrest on a 2013 Washington County case. Officers searched the vehicle and found a pack of cigarettes that contained three bags of meth. The police searched Morris and found $5,188 in cash. Morris' next court date is July 25th.
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The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has a way of tapping into talent particularly powerful singers (See: Amy Winehouse, Florence + the Machine) just ahead of the mainstream curve.
CORRECTION: I was so excited about the music of Emeli Sande that I managed to add her to the festival lineup. She's not on it. Thanks to reader Conor McAuley for catching that!
One of the things that struck me about this year's lineup is the strength of some solo singers performing at Coachella 2013, which takes place April 12-14 and April 19-21 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio.
INTERACTIVE MAP: Explore the roots of the 170-plus Coachella 2013 artists
Something that I don't remember sticking out in recent years is the heavy R&B influence running through these vocalists. Thinking about Beyonce at the Super Bowl, the comeback of Justin Timberlake (whose tour with Jay-Z comes to the Rose Bowl this summer), R. Kelly playing Bonnaroo and these emerging artists, I think R&B is going to have a very strong ascent and revival in the United States in 2013.
Speaking of those up-and-coming talents, here are some singers worth adding to your Coachooser:
1. Allen Stone
Don't judge Allen Stone by his hipster cover. He's not an escapee from "Portlandia." Dude can sing. We're talking serious R&B vocal chops that could land him on tour with a Justin Timberlake and Robin Thicke. He also performed on "Live at Daryl's House," the amazing online performance web show of Daryl Hall, of Hall & Oates. In Hall I trust for emerging singers.
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2. Janelle Monae
Even if you haven't heard Janelle Monae, you've already heard Janelle Monae (if you didn't spend the last 13 months in a medically-induced coma). She sang on "We Are Young" by fun.
Monae fascinates me. I think she is creative, bright and full of ideas. I appreciate how she bends gender roles in her fashion, too.
To me she has this Jack White quality of having a tremendous musical gift, but also a penchant for collaborating and fostering other artists. He has Third Man Records. She has the Wondaland Arts Society.
Just like how White has drawn from country and blues and garage rock, Monae has the pop, the R&B, the soul and a splash of rock. I can't wait to see what she does next and I think whatever it is, it's going to eb huge and Coachella will have a front row seat. Don't believe me? Check out what she did at Glastonbury two years ago.
3. Jessie Ware
Jessie Ware straddles an interesting line. She has vocal qualities that remind me of Sade, but she has also worked with Coachella EDM vet SBTRKT.
Check out "Wildest Moments."
Want to know more about the artists playing Coachella? Click on the photo below to check out our interactive map of the 2013 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival artists.
And just for fun, here's some information about another great singer who isn't on Coachella (although for some reason I was convinced she was for a hot minute), Emeli Sande.
Emeli Sande has already racked up millions of views on YouTube and performed at the opening and closing ceremonies of the London Olympics in 2012, but she's relatively unknown in the U.S. (her highest chart position thus far has been #101 for "Next to Me").
iGuide casinos blogger Stephanie Holland has been a fan of her for a while, even naming Sande's debut, "Our Version of Events" among her favorite releases of 2012.
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text: Hannah Swanson Graduation year: 2016 Hometown: Macomb, MI Major: Art Position on CU: Events Coordinator Why CU? The mission of College Union is something I strongly support and am honored to be a part of. It is too often that the campus can become overwhelmed with the business of school and schedules and College Union is here to create an outlet and atmosphere that brings joy to the campus. About Me: I am from a family of 5 and have lived on both ends of Michigan, but mainly on the east side about 45 minutes outside of Detroit. I have an older sister, Sarah, who is a senior at Wheaton and a younger brother Colin. I am very open to what the Lord has for me after my time at Wheaton but hope to go into Art - whether it be photography, graphic design, or both! If we're dreaming big, I'd love to open my own papery. What's your favorite place on campus to connect with friends? Late night Saga or walks around campus. If you had to perform in the Talent Show what would your act be and who would be in it? I would have a choreographed dance to a medley of 90's pop music with my friends. Boy bands, am I right? Favorite CU event and why? I'd have to say Roller Disco. It's an event that everyone comes together solely to dress crazy, dance, skate, and have fun with their friends. How has the community at Wheaton impacted you? The Wheaton Community is a community that offers so much. In my life this community has offered challenges, growth, love, laughter and pure joy. I would never trade the experiences and relationships I've had here.


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Greg Anthony
|No. 2, 50
|Point guard
|Personal information
November 15, 1967
Las Vegas, Nevada
|Listed height
|6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
|Listed weight
|176 lb (80 kg)
|Career information
|High school
|Rancho (North Las Vegas, Nevada)
|Portland (1986–1987)
|NBA draft
|1991 / Round: 1 / Pick: 12th overall
|Selected by the New York Knicks
|Pro career
|Career history
|New York Knicks
|Vancouver Grizzlies
|Seattle SuperSonics
|Portland Trail Blazers
|Chicago Bulls
|Milwaukee Bucks
|Career highlights and awards
|Career NBA statistics
|5,497 (7.3 ppg)
|2,997 (4.0 apg)
|887 (1.2 spg)
|Stats at Basketball-Reference.com
Gregory Carlton Anthony (born November 15, 1967) is an American former National Basketball Association (NBA) basketball player and current television analyst for CBS Sports. Anthony also contributes to Yahoo! Sports as a college basketball analyst.
Early life[edit]
Born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, Anthony aspired to enter politics. He wanted to become Nevada's first African American Senator.[1] A graduate of Rancho High School in North Las Vegas, Nevada, Anthony played his freshman year of college basketball for the University of Portland where he was the WCC Freshman of the Year before transferring to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. In his junior season with UNLV, the Runnin' Rebels won the 1990 NCAA Championship game over Duke with Anthony starting at point guard. He played almost the entire season with a broken jaw. He was a three-time All Big West performer and 3rd Team All America his senior season. This talented team was coached by Jerry Tarkanian and also included future NBA players Stacey Augmon and Larry Johnson.[citation needed]
Personal life[edit]
With ex-wife Crystal McCrary Anthony[2] he has son Cole(2000) and daughter Ella(2002).[3] With current wife Chere he has daughter Naomi[4] [5]
NBA career[edit]
Anthony was drafted by the New York Knicks in the first round of the 1991 NBA Draft, with the reputation of being a poor outside shooter but an excellent defender. He served as a point guard and defensive specialist, and typified the hard-nosed defensive reputation of Pat Riley's Knicks.
In 1995, Anthony was picked up in the expansion draft the 2nd pick (1st overall) by the Vancouver Grizzlies, where he was the full-time starter at point guard for two seasons. After a journeyman career, in which he played mostly off the bench for Seattle, Portland, Chicago and Milwaukee, he retired in 2002.
Broadcasting career[edit]
Upon retirement, Anthony joined ESPN as an analyst for both NBA coverage on ESPN and ABC.
On December 13, 2008, Anthony made his debut as a college basketball analyst for CBS Sports, replacing Clark Kellogg, who was promoted to lead commentator.[6]
Anthony agreed to be a color commentator for the YES Network covering the Brooklyn Nets for the 2012-2013 season alongside Ian Eagle, Mike Fratello, and Jim Spanarkel.
In 2014, Greg Anthony and Clark Kellogg swapped their respective roles at CBS Sports, with Anthony moving to the broadcast booth as a lead commentator and Kellogg returning to his previous role as a studio analyst.
Anthony has been politically active with the Republican Party since his days at UNLV, where he graduated with a degree in political science and served as the vice chairman of Nevada's Young Republicans.[1]
In 2008, Anthony publicly endorsed Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama. In 2012, Anthony publicly endorsed Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, appearing in a Romney ad in Nevada.[7]
See also[edit]
- List of NCAA Division I men's basketball career assists leaders
- List of NCAA Division I men's basketball career steals leaders
- ^ a b Greg Anthony NBA.com
- ^ http://mycrains.crainsnewyork.com/40under40/profiles/2007/crystal-mccrary-anthony
- ^ http://www.nymetroparents.com/article/Sometimeskids-need-a--Jumpstart-#.U0gJk1c3Usc
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The company said Friday it sold 7.4 million vehicles globally in the first nine months of this year — 450,000 more than GM. While Toyota's sales rose 28 percent in that period, GM's rose 2.5 percent, to 6.95 million cars and light-duty trucks.


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Shaw Industries announced Tuesday plans to expand its facility in South Pittsburg.
The company plans to invest $40 million into its Marion County facility and will create 25 new jobs.
"Tennessee has the best balance sheet in the country and the kind of business friendly environment where incumbent companies like Shaw Industries Group, Inc. can feel confident to reinvest and further their growth," says Bill Hagerty, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner.
"The expansion of the South Pittsburg hardwood operations is an important component in our overall hardwood strategy," Shaw Chairman and CEO Vance Bell said. "By investing in this plant and our other hardwood facilities, we are enhancing our ability to offer the widest product mix, the most innovative design, and the greatest quality and service to our customers."
The facility, located on East 11th Street, produces hardwood and currently employs 200 people. This is the latest in a series of expansion announcements from Shaw, which recently unveiled plans for a new carpet tile plant in Adairsville, Ga., opened a carpet tile plant in China to serve the Asian market, and announced the expansion of its distribution and extrusion operations in northwest Georgia.
Marion County could not be more pleased to see the commitment of additional capital investment and new jobs being created by Shaw Industries Group, Inc. in our county," Marion County Mayor John Graham said. "We greatly appreciate the confidence the company has shown in our citizens and community by announcing this expansion in South Pittsburg."
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Albany - A woman is found dead in her home. Her family says the house was ransacked, and police are trying to figure out if she was murdered. Friends found the woman's body late Monday afternoon at her house on Mercer Avenue.
Police won't say much, but relatives say the woman's name is Shanita Lucas.
A crowd of relatives and neighbors huddled together watching as investigators swarmed this house on the 1000 block of Mercer Avenue Monday tonight.
"We received a call in reference to a black deceased female in her mid to late forties," said Lt. Tracey Barnes, Albany Police.
Relatives say Shanita Lucas's daughter and her friends went to check on her Monday afternoon because they hadn't heard from her since Saturday. They say they found the house ransacked and Lucas's body inside.
"Do you, at this point, suspect foul play," we asked the police. "That's under investigation.," said Lt. Barnes "We don't have anything to suggest that, but again that's under investigation."
Lt. Barnes said he had no information on if the house was ransacked. A neighbor also told family members he saw a man carrying a television from the house.
Investigators were still searching for clues around 10:00PM, and they were working the case as a homicide. The District Attorney and Assistant D.A. were on the scene, but they were also hesitant to say how the woman died.
"There may be person who might have information," said ADA Greg Edwards. "If that information can be tested in terms of its veracity by what we know then that makes whether or not the person that's providing information credible or not."
There are no suspects right now. And, family members also told us that the woman suffers seizures because of a long-time health condition. So until at least daybreak, the death of this mother of three will remain mystery to her family.
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