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Friday food porn: the best xiao long bao in Singapore, Padang Palace
Hands down, the best, soupiest xiao long bao in Singapore can be found at Padang Palace restaurant. I always go there just for their XLB and their dim sum. Continue Reading →
Hands down, the best, soupiest xiao long bao in Singapore can be found at Padang Palace restaurant. I always go there just for their XLB and their dim sum. Continue Reading →
S made this amazing Swiss Roll for me. White chocolate cream filling. The cake itself was vanilla with sakura blossoms baked into it. Inspired by one she saw on the awesome Evan's Kitchen Ramblings blog.
I first discovered Japanese mousse cake savant, Hidemi Sugino (along with many of his other fans within the blogosphere, it seems) through Keiko's gorgeous blog. I found myself repeatedly returning to her beautifully precise renditions of his recipes in Le goût authentique retrouvé. And when I finally had the opportunity to taste the master's work in Tokyo, I was enthralled by the lightness of his creations, as well as the subtle and sophisticated layering of complementary and contrasting flavours. They were simply the best mousse cakes I'd ever tasted (here's Nick's superb dissection of some of Sugino's entremets). I promptly bought a copy of Le goût authentique retrouvé on that fateful first visit in 2007—disregarding the fact that the recipes were all in Japanese. I somehow figured that I would be able to decipher them based upon the ingredients listed in French despite the fact that I don't speak French either! Continue Reading →
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A few months ago, I was approached by a friend with a really interesting request. Would I be interested in shooting photographs of local food to be showcased as part of an interactive exhibition in the Singapore Pavilion at this year's World Expo in Shanghai? Of course I said yes. Repeatedly. The 2010 World Expo, which opens in just a few days, is expected to draw some 70 million visitors. To have my pictures seen by even a small percentage of these people, supposedly coming from all corners of the globe, would be pretty darned awesome.
Plus, I had an pretty immediate idea for the kind of photographs that I wanted to shoot. Or rather, I knew how I wanted the food to be portrayed. I didn't want to shoot the dishes that were selected — obviously iconic Singaporean foods — in their traditional forms. I wanted to shoot them as re-imagined and re-invented by one of our most talented chefs. I wanted, through the photographs, to portray both our heritage and our innovativeness. In some ways, for me, this project wasn't just about food but about our culture and where we're headed.
To help pull off the food I'd be shooting, I called upon a chef whose culinary concepts and continued exploration of our cuisine have always impressed me. To my great satisfaction, Willin Low, chef-owner of Wild Rocket, accepted my challenge and became my collaborator on this project. (Keep reading)
I know I've been really delinquent with posting. I still have my truffle hunt to write about, plus some other recommendations from my recent trip to Perth. And I've just come back from Kyoto, so expect a Kyoto Guide in the coming month. But, to keep you entertained for now, I have begged a friend to step in with a guest post. Amazingly, this awesome hottie who usually charges quite a bit for her words has generously agreed to lend a hand. Originally from New York, Amy Ma is a trained chef and food writer based in Hong Kong (and a fellow college alumn–go baby blue!). She is a regular contributor to the South China Morning Post and Wall Street Journal (Weekend Asia). If you're looking for a little less food and a little more Amy, check out her weekly HK Magzine column, where she muses on the underbelly of HK's culinary world: http://hk-magazine.com/columnists/amy-ma?type=feature. Oh, and if you ever meet her, ask her about the "thong story". Made me laugh until it hurt.
An Ode to Crab Fat
by Amy Ma
A lot of things don't make it onto the official Chubby Hubby blog. Like the fact that he was kind enough to offer me a bottle of crab fat he picked up on his recent Manila trip. And that I was rude enough to accept, and make him send a care package all the way to Hong Kong.
Called aligue or taba ng talangka (in Tagalog), crab "fat" is really crab roe, or the coral-colored blubbery goodness you scoop out from underneath the shell and in between the body cavity of your crustacean friend. The Shanghainese have a similar product rendered out of the hairy crab, but it's not to be confused with the Japanese kani miso or crab "brain" – really just crab guts – a grayish, liver-tasting paste from the Hokkaido crab. Not my favorite. (Keep reading)
I'm skipping our trip to Los Angeles and Orange Country briefly in order to write about one of the most amazing meals that S and I have ever had the pleasure of enjoying. (We do have a post on California in the works; that should be up by early next week.) This past Sunday, we had the honor of dining at, according to Restaurant magazine, the 9th best restaurant in the world. There are few things that need to be said about either Thomas Keller or Per Se. Both need no introduction. Better writers than I have described Keller's skills, talent and passion in print and on the web marvelously. If you are one of the 4 persons on earth who hasn't heard of Thomas Keller, pick up a copy of Michael Ruhlman's The Soul of a Chef; a section of the book is devoted to telling this kitchen-magician's story. Per Se is Keller's New York outpost and one of only three three-Michelin-starred restaurants in the city.
Per Se is beautiful. From the moment you enter, you feel like you're in a different world (which is a trait of some of the other, great three-star restaurants we've been to). Everything from the service to the interiors to the dining accessories are so perfectly polished and elegant. Upon sitting down, we were offered some Champagne, which we immediately accepted. And thus began a four and a half hour gastronomic extravaganza. The food was exceptional. The service was brilliant and we had three great bottles of wine. All I can really say about Per Se is that you must visit. Do whatever it takes to get one of their coveted reservations; it is an experience worth having and savoring. I've decided that instead of trying to describe every course (which would be a repetitive exercise of me writing, "yummy", "sexy", "delicious", "gorgeous", "witty", and "brilliant" a dozen different times), it would be simpler to simply list what I ate (I say "I" because S and our dining companion J had slightly different things on their menu). I've also numbered the courses that are pictured (and grouped them) so you can easily refer to the pictures on this post. Continue Reading →
What do you do when a friend gives you a couple boxes of uni (sea urchin) and a jar filled with not one but two and a half summer truffles? Well, after whooping for joy for a good half an hour, you call some equally greedy friends and invite them over for a super-decadent Sunday lunch. It also turned out to be one of the longest lunches S and I have ever hosted. We started a little after 1pm and only served dessert (which was very kindly provided by the gorgeous, skillful and (annoyingly) skinny J of Kuidaore) a little after 5pm. Continue Reading →
I like simple old-fashioned desserts. One of my favorites is peach melba. Firstly, peaches are one of the few fruits I really enjoy eating. (It's a really short list: peaches, mangosteens, clementines, berries, musk melon, and mangoes. Oddly enough, while I'm not a great fruit eater, I love drinking fresh juices.) Secondly, my mother use to make peach melba for my brother and me when we were really young.
A traditional peach melba, as invented by the great Escoffier in 1892, consists of peach halves, served with vanilla ice cream and topped with a sweet raspberry sauce. My mother's version is a bit of a departure. She topped hers with vanilla ice cream, Hershey's chocolate syrup, peanuts and whipped cream. Not especially authentic but delicious nonetheless, especially for a kid with a sweet tooth.
S and I picked up some lovely peaches from our favorite fruit seller this past weekend. I decided to use one of them to make my own easy-peasy-Japanesey peach melba. My plan was to simply slather S's lovely vanilla ice cream over the peeled peach halves and devour it with some whipped cream while watching America's Next Top Model (I know, I know… not really intellectual fodder, but it is fun!). However, when I told S my plans, she quickly convinced me that my dessert should be as beautiful as it is delicious.
She had some chocolate mayo cake leftover from her Bavarian timbale; amazingly, it was also still very fresh. She cut a small round from it with a metal ring. She then used the same metal ring to shape some vanilla ice cream, which she placed over a thin disk of the chocolate mayo cake. A peach half went on top of this and to really make me happy, she drizzled some chocolate sauce over the whole thing. I also made a small batch of whipped cream, which I liberally spread over the peach right before digging in. It was wonderful.
While totally unrelated to food, I've decided to include a photo I just took of our younger Golden Retriever Alix. After coming home from work last night, S–who likes to do this every 6 months or so–asked me to help her re-arrange the furniture in our living room. She likes the novelty of regularly changing the seating arrangements in and tweaking the look of our apartment. This way, she argues, we get the experience of new things without actually having to buy anything. Our most recent arrangement has resulted in our coffee table being taken out of the living room and parked in our store room. This has, in turn, opened up quite a bit of empty floor space, which Alix immediately decided was her territory and flopped down in. And stayed in for the next hour or so, all the time looking very pleased with herself. I just couldn't resist snapping a picture of the pleased pooch and posting it.
Happy New Year!
I hope all of you had a wonderful, delicious and fun-filled New Year's Eve feast. S and I had the pleasure of dining at a friend's house. She had engaged the services of chef Jimmy Chok for the night. Jimmy whipped up an amazing 6 course feast for the 16 of us gathered together: seared scallop on a wakame tart; braised pork belly topped with a fried egg on a portobello mushroom; lobster ravioli in lobster bisque; Atlantic cod with vanilla leeks and salmon roe beurre blanc; lamb shank and porcini wrapped in phyllo pastry; and warm molten chocolate cake. It was a fantastic meal, enhanced by great company. Continue Reading →
Building from my last post, here's a bunch of gingerbread cookies that S had whipped up, but which I secretly–in the wee hours of the night/morning–adorned. I figured instead of the usual outlines of people, I'd have some fun. I do have to admit that I was somewhat inspired by contemporary artists Barbara Kruger–who was in town this past week–and Jenny Holzer, both of whom I admire and both of whom create art through text. I also really enjoyed the look on S's face this morning when she saw what I had done–somewhere between mirth and annoyance. Heh heh… Happy Holidays and good eating!


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Police report filed for lost and stolen items from Dem convention include $30k iPhone and $75k laptop computer
**Written by Doug Powers
Is this police report a precursor to the 2012 Dem convention slogan eventually having to be revised to "Yes we can wildly inflate value for insurance purposes"?
From ABC News:
Organizers of the Charlotte, N.C., convention have filed a police report for lost and stolen electronics, some of which they appear to have valued at as much as 62 times the listed market prices.
A reportedly stolen 13-inch MacBook Pro laptop? $75,537. The price listed on the Apple website is $1,199. A lost iPhone? $30,503. A lost Blackberry? $54,250.
Other items reported to have gone missing at the convention included two iPads worth around $15,000 each, laptops listed at $40,000, $34,000 and $25,000 each, and other miscellaneous items worth far more than their list price.
The report claimed that 40 items were reported lost and one item – the most highly valued one, the $75,000 MacBook Pro – was stolen.
The report was filed almost eight months after the convention, when the losses supposedly took place.
The cost of the 41 missing electronics totaled $465,142.97, according to the police report.
That averaged $11,344 per item.
Either something's really fishy here or they originally bought the stuff at list prices from an Obamacare exchange.
I'm surprised they didn't report TOTUS as stolen. That would be a claim worth some serious money, and it would have been believable.
(h/t Weasel Zippers)
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Obama's executive amnesty helps draw thousands of Lois Lerner's emails out of the shadows
November 21, 2014 07:04 PM by Doug Powers
Good luck with that: St. Louis mayor agrees to protest group's demands
November 19, 2014 07:59 AM by Doug Powers
White House: Do something about 'climate change' or prepare for a fiery death — or worse
November 18, 2014 07:24 PM by Doug Powers
'XL' in Keystone XL stands for X-tra Lethal, says abortion advocate Barbara Boxer; Updated
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Jonathan Gruber cashed in even more than previously thought; Update: And Obama JUST found out about all this
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LEE COUNTY, Fla. - A new survey of local businesses presents some sobering and disturbing findings about the economic recovery. The Horizon Council surveyed 244 companies of all sizes in Lee County, and found that many believe the recovery has stalled.
"It was a very slow and dismal summer," said Terry Sobo of Nor-Tech Boat Company. Sobo adds, the company did get some very good orders at the recent Ft. Lauderdale boat show. "Those orders really encouraged us. They probably result from pent-up demand after 3 slow years. But we are feeling a bit more encouraged now than before. There is a bit of light now," said Sobo.
The survey finds that only 10 percent of companies believe that the recession is over and boom times will come back soon. 43% believe the worst is not over yet. 41% say the recession is continuing, but easing a bit. However, 85 percent of companies say they will be very slow and deliberate about re-hiring laid-off workers. That does not bode well for an area with high unemployment.
"I think the worst has passed. I am getting more calls now than before," said Cindy Lucier of Axis Satellite, which installs TV dishes on homes, hotels and commercial buildings. "We cut our work force from 12 to 5. But in the past month or so, we are getting some encouraging signs that people are thinking of spending money again. However, watch and wait are the catch-words. Nobody is running out and making huge investments of money. Everybody is playing it close and waiting to see further signs of recovery."
Another finding in the survey: Nearly 30 percent of companies say they are making less money now, than a year ago. 31% say they are making the same as fall of 2009.


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Green Party of New Brunswick
Green Party Leader David Coon Sworn in to NB Legislative Assembly
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Convention on the Rights of the Child needs legal support in New Brunswick
In ratifying the convention, Canada made a commitment to ensure all children are treated with dignity and respect. The Convention spells out the basic human rights to which children and youth are entitled.
New Brunswick's State of the Child Report was released just two days ago by the provincial Child and Youth Advocate. Green Party leader and Fredericton South MLA David Coon says the report's findings concerning violence, child poverty, bullying and abuse underline the need for urgent action.
"If we are to uphold the human rights of our children and youth, there must be a legal obligation on all members of Cabinet to have due regard for the Convention on the Rights of the Child in everything they do," said Green Party leader David Coon. "This should reduce child poverty and help protect children from family violence, abuse and environmental hazards," he added.
Mr. Coon will champion the need for New Brunswick's Cabinet to have due regard for the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child when the Legislative Assembly resumes sitting on December 3, 2014.
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Green Party Leader David Coon Sworn in to NB Legislative Assembly
Efficiency New Brunswick Should Be Expanded Not Dismantled
"It would be a mistake to do away with Efficiency New Brunswick," said David Coon. "It is an essential tool to build a new greener economy, creating meaningful work and igniting start-ups in the energy efficiency services industry."
According to a 2012 economic study done for the Department of Energy, energy efficiency has the potential to create, 360 jobs per year and add $218 million annually to New Brunswick's GDP.
Efficiency New Brunswick was established by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Agency Act in 2005 to act as the primary organization to deliver energy efficiency and conservation in the province and to promote the development of an energy efficiency services sector in the New Brunswick economy.
"Energy efficiency is an engine of economic development in New Brunswick," said Coon. "Efficiency New Brunswick has leveraged more than $300 million dollars of private investment in our economy and has saved New Brunswick home and business owners more than $30 million annually in energy costs - while reducing our carbon footprint. This is what the new economy looks like - this is sustainable economic development," said Coon.
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Leader's blog
The Way Ahead
By David Coon
Last Friday, David Alward characterized the efforts of citizens to prevent fracking as gaining a beachhead to defeat his economic agenda. On Saturday he increased the rhetoric, asking us to choose between chaos and the rule of law in next year's election. Seriously?
David Alward's plan to increase our economic dependence on the oil and gas sector is out of step with the times. In the face of the inevitable consequences of fracking for people and the environment, set against the back drop of the deepening climate crisis, it's an economic strategy based on plunder and pollution. Growing numbers of New Brunswickers are saying no more. We've seen that movie and we're not going to rerun it again.
Facing Reality
July 23, 2013
Pinch me, but I am sure it is 2013, not 1974. The obsession of government after government with economic development by energy megaproject in New Brunswick goes back to 1974 when Richard Hatfield announced he was going to build Point Lepreau, the first of many planned nuclear reactors to be put in the service of powering the American economy. Now it's David Alward who is singing the praises of fracking for shale gas to fuel the American economy.
We need to encourage a diversity of small and medium-sized enterprises which can help sustain our communities for the long term, as we follow a new path to a greener, more local, and fairer economy.
Time to Pull the Plug on Shale Gas Exploration
September 22 - Victory Party
The night starts at 7:30 p.m. at the iRock, 339 King St., Fredericton.
September 14 - Elizabeth May - Go Green Rally
When: Sunday, September 14 from 1 - 3 p.m.
Who: Everyone is invited - A bus will be at the SUB parking lot at 12:30 p.m. to bring students down to the afternoon event that will feature fun, food and lots of music.
The building momentum of the Green Party in the New Brunswick provincial election has caught the attention of federal party leader Elizabeth May, who will join provincial leader David Coon and candidates from throughout the province for a Go Green Rally and corn boil in Fredericton on Sunday afternoon.
Ms. May will be in town to bring her support to the campaign and meet members of the public during her one-day visit to the capital city.
Rally organizers say it will give people the opportunity to meet one of the most dynamic politicians in Canada today as she brings her particular brand of energy and enthusiasm to the campaign. They are hoping people of all political stripes will take advantage of the opportunity to meet and mingle with the two party leaders.
An Historic Moment -
Election Night Speech
Our Principles
Self-Determination and Citizenship
Social Justice and Equality
Participatory Democracy
Local Self-Reliance
Living within Our Ecological Means
We must live within the ecological limits of the Earth, while meeting our needs without threatening our children's future or the survival of other species.


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BERHAMPUR: Citizens' forums of the city alleged that the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), which is incharge of drinking water supply in the city was trying to be monopolistic in its attitude.
They opposed some of the clauses in the affidavit a consumer had to furnish to get a drinking water connection from the PHED.
According to convener of the Ganjam Zilla Bikash Manch, Suresh Kumar Sahu said these clauses were taking away the right of a consumer to complain in case of dissatisfaction.
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Kelly Osbourne… has looked better, shall we say.
I'm sure that is an actual whole dress, but it LOOKS like an extremely incomplete one with a t-shirt tossed under it to pull it all together. I don't know what's happening, and I shouldn't have to frown so hard; it's CLOTHES, not a doctoral thesis on what is up with the YouTube comments sections.
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Non-voice revenues drive Safaricom profit surge
NAIROBI, May 14 (Reuters) – A strong performance in its
money transfer service and non-voice revenues helped Safaricom
, Kenya's top telecoms operator, post a 47 percent jump
in full-year pretax profit on Tuesday.
Safaricom, 40-percent owned by Britain's Vodafone,
said pretax profit climbed to 25.5 billion shillings ($304.30
million) off the back of a 16 percent growth in total revenues.
Power cuts, bureaucracy and borrowing costs shackle Kenyan economy
NAIROBI, April 23 (Reuters) – From his leather chair in the
boardroom of Jamii Bora bank, Sam Kimani looks out over Kenya's
booming capital city and laments the bureaucracy and power cuts
that drive up business costs and choke the supply of new homes.
He points through the window at the stand-by generator that
is an inevitable expense in east Africa's biggest economy, and
he explains how the difficulties of tracking down land ownership
documents perpetuate Kenya's housing shortage.
Kenya's Housing Finance eyes more funding
NAIROBI (Reuters) – Kenya's Housing Finance (HFCK.NR: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) is looking to raise more funds in the second half of this year and increase mortgage lending as it expects last month's peaceful elections to spur demand for houses.
Kenya's second biggest mortgage lender said it would finalize plans for more funding in the next few months, having sold the last tranche of a 10 billion shillings ($118.5 million) bond last year.
Kenyan retailer Uchumi eyes Rwanda, South Sudan
NAIROBI (Reuters) – Kenya's Uchumi Supermarkets (UCHM.NR: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz), the sole listed retailer in East Africa, plans to open six new stores in the next six months as well as expanding into Rwanda and South Sudan to tap new shoppers, its chief executive officer said on Thursday.
To fund the expansion Uchumi is preparing a cash call where 100 million shares will be offered to investors at a price that is yet to be determined, Jonathan Ciano told the Reuters Africa Investment Summit, confirming plans first outlined last year.
Kenya Commercial Bank targets SMEs to lift returns
NAIROBI (Reuters) – Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB.NR: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz), east Africa's biggest bank by assets, plans to improve returns for shareholders by stepping up lending to fast-growing small and medium sized businesses, its chief executive said on Wednesday.
Joshua Oigara told the Reuters Africa Investment Summit that the bank, which lags the returns of some rivals like Equity Bank (EQTY.NR: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz), aimed to lift its return on assets to 4.5-5.0 percent this year from 3.6 percent in 2012, and higher the year after.
Kenya swears in president, West faces balancing act
NAIROBI (Reuters) – Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta took his oath of office on Tuesday, presenting Western states with a challenge of how to deal with a leader indicted by the International Criminal Court.
After a calm election that followed a bloodbath five years ago, many Kenyans hope Kenyatta will deliver on his promise to be a president for all and not just work for his own ethnic group, a practice they have come to expect from politicians.
Kenya to swear in president facing trial in The Hague
NAIROBI (Reuters) – Kenyans packed a stadium to witness the swearing in of Uhuru Kenyatta as president on Tuesday after a peaceful election that has left Western nations with the challenge of how to deal with a leader indicted by the International Criminal Court.
Many Kenyans hope the son of the nation's independence hero will live up to his pledge to be a leader for all and not just work for people from his own ethnic group, a practice they have come to expect from their politicians.
StanChart Kenya uses new cash to build up capital
NAIROBI, March 14 (Reuters) – Standard Chartered Bank of
Kenya will plough a big chunk of the 8.3 billion
shillings ($97.3 million) it raised last year into strengthening
its capital base to meet tougher regulations, the company's CEO
The Kenyan central bank last year raised core capital
requirements for banks to 10.5 percent of assets from 8 percent,
and total capital to 14.5 percent from 12 percent.
Kenyatta declared winner of Kenya's presidential vote
NAIROBI (Reuters) – Uhuru Kenyatta, indicted for crimes against humanity, was declared winner of Kenya's presidential election on Saturday, but rival Raila Odinga said he would challenge the outcome in court and asked supporters to avoid violence.
Kenyatta, Kenya's richest man and son of its founding president, faces trial on charges of playing a leading role in the wave of tribal killings that followed the disputed 2007 presidential election. His win on Saturday avoided what could have been a divisive a run-off penciled in for April.
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Meadowbrook has been making a name for itself for its strong country music presence in recent years, but the Lakes Region venue is set to offer some serious blues and hardcore metal as well in 2013.
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Two particular pairings stand out in early bookings. First, Alice Cooper and Marilyn Manson, both known as much for their music as their controversial stage personas, team up for The Masters of Madness tour, with a stop at Meadowbrook Thursday, June. 20.
BRINGING THE BLUES: Buddy Guy and George Thorogood (bottom, at center with his band) will heat up the Lakes Region with a double-bill show at Meadowbrook in August.
Cooper, known for tunes including "No More Mr. Nice Guy" and "School's Out," most recently released "Welcome 2 My Nightmare," a follow-up to a conceptual album from the mid-1970s. His stage shows showcase not only his signature metal music but a theatricality that borrows elements from horror movies and Vaudeville traditions.
A controversial figure whose multi-media career as musician and artist has reflected occult and nihilistic influences, Manson is known for goth-metal tunes including "The Beautiful People" and "The Dope Show." Reveling in his dark, anti-hero status, he most recently released "Born Villain," which included the songs "No Reflection" and "Slo-Mo-Tion."
Meanwhile, a more traditional take on life's blues will take over the Gilford venue with a double bill with Buddy Guy and George Thorogood. The duo will play the Gilford concert venue Sunday, Aug. 11.
Guy, a pioneer of the Chicago blues sound, is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, with a prolific recording career that spans many decades. In his 70s, Guy continues touring, playing fan favorites and more recent fare from CDS including "Living Proof," "Sweet Tea" and "Can't Quit the Blues."
Thorogood is known for his signature tune "Bad to the Bone" as well as for rousing covers of blues anthems including Bob Diddley's "Who Do You Love" and Hank Williams' "Move It On Over." A blues-rock guitarist who draws inspiration from Elmore James, Hound Dog Taylor and Chuck Berry, Thorogood most recently released "2006's The Hard Stuff," 2009's bar band covers album "The Dirty Dozen" and 2011's covers CD "2120 South Michigan Ave.," a tribute to Chess Records.
Still, Meadowbrook continues to build a strong country foundation, earning a nomination earlier this year from the 48th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards for venue of the year.
The entertainment venue, which will unveil an upgraded and expanded facility this season, thus far has booked a handful of top country acts in a schedule that includes: Motley Crue on Friday, May 17; The Band Perry on Saturday, June 1; The Avett Brothers and Old Crow Medicine Show on Saturday, June 8; Willie Nelson and the Charlie Daniels Band on Friday, June 14; Trace Adkins, with Aaron Lewis and Blackberry Smoke on Saturday, June 15; Darius Rucker, with Rodney Atkins, on Saturday, June 22; two already sold-out shows by the Zac Brown Band on Saturday and Sunday, July 6-7; Big Time Rush on Tuesday, July 23; Lynyrd Skynyrd and Bad Company on Friday, July 26; Rascal Flatts on Friday, Aug. 2; and Brantley Gilbert and Florida Georgia Line on Friday, Sept. 6.
For information on ticket prices, log onto meadowbrook.net or call the box office at 293-4700.
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Mega Power Star Ram CharanTej is celebrating his Birthday today. in this scenario, he has cut the cake in the shooting location of his much talked about fourth coming film, 'Raccha'. This year is special for Ram Charan as he recently got engaged to his love UpaasanaKaamineni. Apart from this, his soon to be released out and out mass flick 'Raccha' is predicted to be a hit. The music scores and the remake of Cherry's father Mega Star's all-time hit song 'VaanaVaanaVelluyaaye' in the block buster in 90's has been re made for Ram Charan's 'Raccha'. Even heroine Tammana's performance and looks in the film are ready to attract the audience.
In this regard, apart from speaking about 'Raccha', Cherry also spoke about his further plans to Media. He said he would be here after entertaining the audience with every film of his. He also said, if an exciting story comes his way, he is even ready to do a multi starrer flick with the stars from his family and also with other young heroes of his genre like Jr. N.T.R (not to forget Cherry's appearance in the recent movie launch of Jr. N.T.R)…
Apart from T �" Town, Cherry will be soon starting with his first B �" Town film, 'Zanjeer', in which Priyanka Chopra playing a lead opposite him. of course, keeping aside all these comments made by senior writers like JavedAktar about the remake rights of the original version, the pre-production work of the film is being done as of now…
All these and much more put together, looks like Cherry has a lot more reasons to celebrate this year's Birthday in particular.
Andhrawishesh team wishes a very happy Birthday to this Mega Power Star!
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Posted by Dale Buss on December 2, 2013 11:22 AM
Elon Musk is going on a rocket ride this evening, and it has nothing to do with the price of Tesla's stock. The serial entrepreneur will be watching as his other high-profile startup, SpaceX, is scheduled to make a critical commercial-satellite launch at 5:41 p.m. ET from Cape Canaveral.
It'll mark entry by SpaceX into the commercial-satellite market with its Falcon 9 rocket after a series of test flights and launches for NASA and the Canadian Space Agency. It will be the second of three flights the upgraded Falcon 9 must make before it can qualify for US military-launch business. The launch also will mark a crucial update on the progress of a company that plans to put rank-and-file passengers into space sometime in 2014.
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Now in its 12th year, the Electrolux Design Lab charges design-oriented entrants to create sustainable solutions for the home and beyond.
This year's competition, which opens March 1, focuses on creating healthy homes and offers a six-month paid internship and a 5,000 euro prize for winning design.
"Homes become more important as the challenges in the urban environment grow and as a result we want our homes to be the center of relaxation and peace of mind," said Stefano Marzano, Chief Design Officer, Electrolux. "Design Lab is one way for Electrolux to build an innovation culture. In 2014 we are looking forward to receiving creative ideas on the theme Creating Healthy Homes, to help shape the future of people's everyday lives into a positive direction and present propositions that envision healthy and sustainable lifestyles."Continue reading...
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Coca-Cola and Ford have come up with a unique approach to advance recyclable packaging: using Coke's PlantBottle technology to make car seat cushions, seat backs, head restraints, door-panel inserts and headliners in a new concept vehicle for the Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid.
Scheduled to be unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show later this month, the car will demonstrate the first use of PlantBottle technology, which utilizes plant-based materials, beyond consumer packaging and is the first step in what the two brands say is a joint commitment to develop innovative new products from renewable content.
"It's important to realize that PET resin is part of the broader polyester family, so this is clearly the most significant partnership we have so far as we look at the broader impact of the potential for the PlantBottle," Scott Vitters, GM of the PlantBottle packaging platform for Coke, told brandchannel.Continue reading...
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As recently as five years ago, Toyota was the unchallenged 800-pound gorilla of the global automotive business. Now after a few years that disproved its invincibility, the company finally looks menacing again to its competitors.
The company posted a 70 percent increase in third-quarter profit and once again is the world's largest car maker by number of vehicles sold, pushing 10 million units a year—a level no company yet has reached. It arguably finally has put behind it the series of crises that enveloped the company beginning in 2008, including the Great Recession, pricey yen, a recall and safety scandal, and some boring products.
And now, while he won't quite shout it from the top of a Tokyo skyscraper, President Akio Toyoda—grandson of the founder—has made it clear that Toyota "is finally ready to go on the offensive again," as Automotive News put it. At this point, the New York Times pointed out, Toyota clearly is ahead of Japan-based rivals Nissan and Honda in its recovery and growth.Continue reading...
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L'Oréal Paris has found an unlikely partner in the pursuit of beauty—the Metropolitan Transit Authority. The pair have teamed up to host L'Oréal Paris' Intelligent Color Experience vending machines inside a New York City subway station that allows any straphanger to stock up on beauty items on-the-go.
Running in the 42nd Street-Bryant Park station between Nov. 4th and Dec. 30th, the intelligent vending machines actually scan a user's outfit to detect colors and style, in turn suggesting beauty products that "match or clash." Users can purchase items with a credit card, or if they choose not to buy on the spot, can email the look to themselves.
As more brands explore interactive shopping experiences through experiential marketing, L'Oréal's latest offers a "real-life experience through technology," Marc Speichert, CMO L'Oréal Americas, told the New York Times. "What's amazing with the technology is that we'll have the ability to measure the level of engagement," he said, based on "the number of people who pass by, the number who interact with each screen, the number who leave their information."Continue reading...
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Google Glass is coming to America. It's coming on a boat—a very slow boat that is stuck in San Francisco Bay, and not going anywhere anytime soon. According to local reports, Google has been working on a mystery barge in San Francisco Bay, constructing a Google Glass retail experience that the company will eventually motor to a nearby pier and open to interested consumers.
The Bay Area's real estate market may be ridiculously expensive, but Google isn't shopping for a bargain. The brand has poured millions into the project but it's now stalled, CBS reports, because Google didn't have the proper permits. "The law is crystal clear in this case," Larry Goldzband, the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission executive director, told the local San Francisco CBS affiliate. "The Bay is not to be used for something that can be built on land."
Across the country, meanwhile, a similar floating cargo-like construction is reportedly being built near Portland, Maine.Continue reading...
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"Food waste" is being recognized increasingly around the globe as a key issue that impinges directly on sustainability and hunger, and more companies are moving to harvest the low-hanging fruit available in an attack on the problem.
Tesco is the latest. The UK's dominant grocery chain just disclosed the enormity of the food wasted in its own operations and its initial steps aimed at reducing the problem, which should have an actual effect—and endear Brits who are rightly concerned about all the food they squander.
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Procter & Gamble long has relied on innovation to shake things up with new products and features that gain sales and market share and even create new brands, like Pampers disposable diapers, Swiffer, and Crest White Strips. During his first tenure as CEO, many of those innovations came from A.G. Lafley.
Now, in his second turn at the top, Lafley reportedly is pushing acceleration of a "new-age plastic" developed internally by P&G with a "high-velocity injection molding" system that could save the CPG giant alone $1 billion in cost savings—and result in the establishment of a colossal B2B business selling the revolutionary material to non-competitive customers.
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- Studio: Columbia Pictures
- Release Date: Nov 9, 2012
User Score
Generally favorable reviews- based on 1324 Ratings
User score distribution:
Positive: 1,102 out of 1324
Mixed: 93 out of 1324
Negative: 129 out of 1324
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Nov 25, 2012James Bond films are iconic not just for adventure also for the beautiful bevy of Bond girls that act as sirens to our beloved 007. Skyfall has taken the newest profession of its featured Bond girl in this film to an all time low. The beautiful heroin is actually a victim of human bondage. This practice is repugnant enough, but to show case this exploitation of women as sexy; is blatantly disrespectful to all women, especially to those who suffer under these very real and very deplorable living conditions.
The audience quickly discovers that this damsel in distress; is actually and quite literally the branded property, of the antagonist in Skyfall. The heroic Bond promises the very terrified woman that he will avenge her captors and in the following scene successfully dukes it out with several of the antagonist henchman. In the next scene 007 slips comfortably into the shower with the woman in bondage and proceeds to sleep with her. No woman alive can resist the charming allure of James Bond! This theme has been resonated in every Bond film since it… Expand
Nov 25, 2012Yikes! I actually joined this 'metacritic' forum just so I can ask this question: Did everyone who gave this movie a good review watch the same movie I did? Is something going on here? Bad, bad movie. I dislike wasting my money. Thank goodness I went to a discount theater.
Nov 25, 2012Something didn't seem right with this bond. There were lots of very quiet areas and there weren't those scenes that you say to yourself that is insane. That is what makes bond interesting. It just seemed like a typical action film.
Nov 25, 2012My first James Bond movie was Casino Royale, which I saw in preparation for the upcoming flick Quantom of Solace. With the first Daniel Craig movie I liked the whole bit where Bond is trying to figure out what
Nov 25, 2012I expected a lot more from the movie. The previous movies where great but this has only a very few good moments. It doesn't follow the normal Bond franchise action packed fim. Also the tragic elements have a weird mixture. I would advise James Bond fans to just skip this movie.
Nov 24, 2012This film is astounding. The acting is amazing, and it just feels like you are in this film. It's not all just shooting and running the entire time, and it just shows you how a real secret agent like James Bond is. People will just be sitting on the edge of their seat throughout this whole film. This film should be seen for all the Bond fans and people just looking for a film to watch.
Nov 24, 2012This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing. Simply amazing. I've seen almost every James Bond film, and this stays true to the critic's reviews - "Best Bond yet." How could you not like this movie? True James Bond style. The movie had a Dark Knight feel to it. James Bond and Raoul Silva felt similar to Batman and The Joker in a way. Anyway, the story was powerful even with the lackluster death/ending Structure was great even though I'm sure some negative views on here will say "oh he should have died here and then again there, and he didn't it was unrealistic." Well, shut up. That's James Bond style, that's why it is the way it is. Regardless, the movie was amazing, and I hope to see it again, and will be buying when it releases on Blu-Ray.… Expand
Nov 24, 2012Not much of a bond fan, and while I'm still not sure I am, this movie was decent. There is nothing to really complain about. I thought it was directed and edited smartly, and the script was well written.
Nov 24, 2012I've always been a Bond fan. To start off, Pierce Brosnan is the best. He had gadgets, the original Q and a sense of charm and wit. The Danial Craig Bond is emotionless and dry at times. That being said I have still loved all three of his movies so far. If I had to rate them in order Skyfall is at the top then Casino Royal and then Quantum of Solace. I hope people can agree they should have never made the plot personal. Skyfall is an amazing movie. It does not have too many screen changes all throughout like Quantum did. It actually focuses on a well thought out story and balances action with the slower paced moments. This movie is definitely worth buying and seeing in theaters if you haven't yet.… Expand
Nov 24, 2012With a simple but deep plot, back-to basics action and beautiful cinematography, this is probably the best Bond so far. Daniel Craig continues to present a gritty, bruised and human bond, Javier Bardem offers a sinister and intimidating adversary and Judi Dench is on top form calling the shots and making painful decisions. While the audience may have been left wanting more details from the plot and back story, the simplicity allowed the mood and character of the film to come through.… Expand
Nov 24, 2012Skyfall ... Definitivamente una de las mejores Películas modernas del legendario 007. Es una contante voragine de acción, pero no solo eso, ya que ademas se producen cambios importantes dentro de sus personajes, que permiten darle consistencia a lo que uno espera como evolución del Agente Secreto Favorito de todos, y que con Daniel Craig han modernizado y hacerlo mas creíble. Muy recomendable si te gusta la accion y, obvio, el 007.… Expand
Nov 24, 2012Slow at times. Thought Javier Bardem was a great villain. Otherwise, the movie had some suspenseful scenes that kept me entertained. Not a bad movie to see at the theaters.
Nov 24, 2012I really didn't enjoy Skyfall. Some elements were good, but I felt it was too bland. Basically Bourne but with a bit more class. Why must they cut out the cool gadgets / glamour? What drew me to Bond in the first place was the escapism and fantasy elements. This is too real world, too much like a stock standard action film.
Nov 23, 2012This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My god, where do I start.
1) This isn't a Bond movie
2) Story is more boring than my grandma, and she's been dead for 15 years
3) Errors, errors, so many errors. I usually wouldn't even care for these in a Bond movie, but this is just too much to bear
4) There is no plot whatsoever
5) Unlikable M - I hoped she died halfway during the movie. At least she did die in the end, for which I'll give a 1 for this movie instead of a 0
6) I was waiting until something would actually happen, then suddenly there were the ending credits.
7) How the hell did this horrible 'movie' get so many positive reviews and high marks?!
8) Etcetera, etcetera… Expand
Nov 23, 2012I've been a Bond fan for quite some time, and consider Skyfall to be one of my favorite. Some of the scenes are a little long, but overall it was still scripted well. There was a little less action and gadgets than expected, but it's better than being over the top. I also enjoyed the subtle bits of comedy, which had most of the viewers in the cinema laughing. Definitely the best Bond film Daniel Craig has been cast in so far.… Expand
Nov 23, 2012As a major Bond fan of Fleming's books and the films, Skyfall to some is the twenty-third film in the EON films, and to others, the twenty-sixth film counting all spin-offs of the series. But in reality, Skyfall is the third film in a whole new series that began with the masterpiece Casino Royale and continued with Quantum of Solace. Together, all three of these films seems more like an opening trilogy, to present Bond in a darker light, to continue the Craig series. Check this one out.… Expand
Nov 23, 2012Bond has been hit by a fallen meteor. Disappointing for a Bond film- strained and very unrealistic plot with another crazed unbelievable villain, But good on-location photography.
Nov 22, 2012If you thought that after Casino Royale that the Bond franchise couldn't get much better, you are in for an excellent surprise. Director Sam Mendes brings Bond back to his roots almost perfectly with the benefit of a script that will keep you guessing and loads of nostalgia that will make fans of the 50 year-old franchise freak out. If you are a Bond fan, this is a must see and if you like movies in general, than this is worth checking out. Usually we find 007 dealing with an international crisis or a large scale terrorist organization of some sort. However, Skyfall is alot more personal which is probably the film's greatest aspect as it allows the audience to feel the tension between the characters as opposed to watching Bond take on random bad guys whom mean nothing to him but people who pose a threat and need to be taken care of. Craig, Dench and Bardem deserve credit for their performances as they are the reason why Skyfall is so captivating to watch in the first place. Although the team of Purvis, Wade and Logan deserve just as much credit as the actors and the director who made everything fit together as perfectly as it did. There isn't a single dull moment in the whole movie. I believe this is the best Bond to date because none of the other films manage to organize everything into a perfect blend of dramatic and action-packed thrills as this one does.… Expand
Nov 22, 2012The action set pieces are thrilling; the opening sequence was very much Bond. It was followed immediately by Adele's brilliant contribution to the soundtrack during the title sequence. As good as all the action was, the best scene was the introduction of the villian, Silva, portrayed wonderfully by Bardem. While it doesn't have the emotional depth of Casino Royale, it is still one of the best Bond films and one of the best movies of the year.… Expand
Nov 22, 2012Since Daniel Craig took the post of Bond, the agent is turning into a complex character, with psychological density. So the origin of 007 is being explored, and it's very good since it's a trend, it's happening with batman, spiderman(tobey maguire), green lantern, superman(man of steel) and others. And it's quite fun to see how James became a 007 and know about his history. Daniel Craig is the best Bond in my opinion, because he has updated the Bond franchise into movies with density, drama and critics, not just act like it was before. And besides, it's more dificult to interpretate a character in this conditions.… Expand
Nov 22, 2012Fantastic Bond film, been to see it three times since release and made sure i was there for the first night showing, Silva is probably the best and most realistic villan ever. The story is also the most realistic. The plot is something that could very well happen in real life, there are plenty of postitives about this film, and I can't really think of any negitives, I didn't even go and see Casino Royale three times, Craig's line delivery is even better in Skyfall than it was in Casino Royale, fantasic work by the writers and director Sam Mendez has directed some great shots in this film, espeically as Bond and the sniper are fightying infront of the giant LED lit screen in Asia… Expand
Nov 22, 2012This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Skyfall starts off with a great set piece and carries on a very "Bond" feel right up until the third act. Then everything falls apart. The third act is basically a western and reinforces every negative thing said about Bond during the movie. Daniel Craig as Bond is as good as ever but...
... he loses. This is the first Bond movie where the villain succeeds at everything he set out to do. Bond loses and there are no repercussions, the end. That third act and ending alone make this the worst Bond movie i've ever seen (Moonraker was considered to be good at the time).… Expand
Nov 22, 2012Skyfall is one of the most surprising Bonds to me. It features original plot twists and adds a new kind of film to the franchise. Although it picks up what seems to be trending motifs in cinema now (compare Die Hard 4.0 and Dark Knight Rises), it is still a well executed film. The characters are excellent (especially Bond, M and the villain) and aside from the "hacking" part (which is typically ridiculous in films nowadays and one of the biggest flaws in the logic of this film), the story is interesting to the audience, revealing flaws in the protagonists and their system. Whereas I was disappointed by A Quantum of Solace, Skyfall lives up to the freshness of Casino Royale and dares to take new paths for Bond and the MI6 again.… Expand
Nov 21, 2012Incredible film, Craig is the best bonds ever. The film is great, keeps a viewer confused enough for it to be a JB film while allowing the plot to develop enough to keep viewers entertained. A truly magical performance...
Nov 21, 2012This film is excellent, a must see for any Bond fan or for anyone who just loves a good action film. All the major aspects of the franchise are here, incredible action, gorgeous women, exotic locations and they're all pulled off brilliantly. One of the things I loved the most about this film was how it often gave nods to the classic bond films of the past, almost to the point of spoofing yet the film still managed to fresh and new and modern. Daniel Craig has really settled into the role and gives a brilliant performance, which is vital seeing as this one of the most personal stories for 007 there has ever been. The rest of the cast are also brilliant with Judi Dench giving everything in her best performance as M and Ben Whishaw being a very welcome addition as Q. Javier Bardem also gives a great performance as the villain for the film, and while I did feel he came across as a bit too strange and non-threatening at first my opinion had definitely changed by the time the credits roled. As for the bad stuff, well I think the the only real problem with Skyfall is that it seems to drag on a bit during the second act, I felt like there were some scenes that could have been cut for time and that the script, while brilliantly written for the most part, wasn't paced quite well enough to suit the running time. But that is no reason to not see this film!… Expand
Nov 21, 2012"SkyFail" (This movie is so bad it inspired me to post a review)
To be honest I expected a reboot similar to the batman franchise. It turned out to be a major letdown, due to a complete cliche plot, bland acting and blatant incompetence of the characters pasted together with the only redeeming feature: thrilling action scenes. Please remember to turn your brain off before watching this, if you do this movie might even be worth your money.… Expand
Nov 20, 2012What can I say?! Like many, Im a Bond fan...but cannot understand how the 'media' has put this latest Bond movie in the same league as Goldfinger? The introductory action scene was good; the shot to Bond and his presumed death added a twist, but from then on it was flatter than than the cinema cola I was drinking!! What on earth have the directors and producers created?! The story line was so weak it was painful...the Villan was an ex MI6 agent who was 'betrayed' by his Boss (M) and was now plotting on her downfall and death via cybercrime and access to a hardrive (from another MI6 agent) carrying data of all western secret agents...come on!!! Bond is here to settle a personal vendetta of an ex agent and his Boss?! With all that is going on in the world today, is this the best that can be done (even when being politically correct)! The various action scenes-Shanghai & Macau did not have substance. they came and went without a real reason. the Bond girls could not even be called that...their roles where so short. The gadgets and cars were non existant...Daniel Craig was good. He is looking alittle old and ragged, and feel this should be his last film as 007. The whole film was a a mixture of many films (Borne Identity, MI 1, Harry Potter, etc...). Personally I feel Mr Mendes has done a very poor job here, he was hired to do something different with Bond, but ended up making a real mess...Probably the worst Bond film ever made....even Timothy Dalton's two films were better...the 3 marks I give to Daniel Craig, for trying his best, Villain's Camp hairdo, and M's death....Utterly disappointed and disallusioned about the future of the 007............… Expand
Nov 20, 2012The problem with watching a movie a week after it's come out is that your mind has been made up for you by your friends reviews and online reviews such as this one. Unfortunately for me, I went in to "Skyfall" with astronomically high expectations. These were obviously not met, however I still have not much bad to say about this movie. The only two things I left frustrated about was the lack of a Bond girl and a lack of cool gadgets (Bond staples if I say so myself). But if I hadn't been expecting either of those things, I would have been blown away by this highly anticipated movie. Special shout out goes to the cinimatographer.… Expand
Nov 20, 2012as someoneone who was introduced to bond during the pierce brosnan age, i found this a very commendable film. it no longer takes itself stupidly serious like the other 2 newer films (well there are some serious parts). it also once again returnst to beautiful settings like the previous 2 films never did
Nov 20, 2012A great movie nonetheless with an excellent theme song and great action, but with some boring scenes, a gun-barrel at the end of the movie that doesn't fit right and a plot that looked like it went mission impossible. It's been four years before a comeback drew more attention to this.
Skyfall leaves you wondering whether this incarnation of the character has anywhere left to go. It's the portrait of a spy at the end of his rope by an actor who seems close to his.
Mendes' approach to action is classical and elegant - no manic editing and blurry unintelligible images here - but what makes the movie truly special is the attention he gives his actors.
The sky is far from falling on the Bond franchise. In fact, it is as good as it has ever been. What's more, Craig is reportedly on board for at least two more outings, so Q had better get to work on those bifocals because 007 is no where near ready for retirement.


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Film industry is shattered as the 1st superstar of Indian cinema left the world. Here are live celeb tweets that are proof of his legacy and that he will stay in out memories for evet.
Madhuri Dixit – Another of Hindi cinema's giants passes, Rajesh Khanna. Our sincere condolences to his family. We will miss him dearly. #fb
Shilpa Shetty – Jus heard the sad news,heartfelt condolences & prayers 2 the family 2 cope with this irreparable loss,R.I.P Rajesh Khanna,a Superstar always
Shirish Kunder – Rajesh Khanna gave us a crash course in Romance. He introduced us to a special twinkle in the eye that made us feel good about ourselves.RIP. Rajesh Khanna taught us how to smile. He added dignity to our concept of Romance. His songs made us forget our daily struggles of life.
Manoj Bajpayee – Nafrat ki duniya ko chod ke pyar ki duniya me khush rahena mere yaar!still remember hathi mere sathi .saw it as a child.we will miss you sir
Karan Johar – the magic…the mannerism…the mania of RAJESH KHANNA is inscribed in every archive of indian cinema…forever….RIP SIR!!!
Ayesha Takia Azmi – So beyond sad 2 hear of the passing of Rajesh khanna ji. Let us all pray for his family,so they may get strength.RIP Rajesh Khanna ji.
Kunal Kohli – The word SuperStar was used first for Rajesh Khanna.His style.His Ada.His charm.His smile.His songs.His films. He.Will always live on
Farah Khan Ali – RIP Rajesh Khanna. Another legend passes away. A sad day in Indian cinema.
Sherlyn Chopra – Rajesh Khanna ji REST IN PEACE
Sonu Sood – RIP Rajesh Khanna Sir..Was lucky to meet him few months back at an award show.The only Super Star.
Farah Khan – Just hrd the saddest news.the 1st Superstar of india is no more.bt the legend that was Rajesh khanna will live eternally thru his films.
Neha Dhupia – RIP Rajesh khanna Saab … U , ur stardom, ur magic will live forever!
Dia Mirza – "Babumoshai eto bhalo bhasha bhalo na…"Anand, Kati Patang, Bawarchi and many more… What a legacy you've left behind. RIP Rajesh Khannaji
Narendra Modi – With his unique persona, Rajesh Khanna ji made a special & unforgettable place in the hearts of Indians! May his soul rest in peace.
Shahid Kapoor – RIP to the 1st king of romance …… Rajesh khanna ……
Shekhar Kapur – 2 young.2 early.Tragic. #RIPRajeshKhanna. A candle that burned brighter than any star for 2 short a time
Shabana Azmi – He was d SUPERSTAR like no other Did 10 films with him Met him last at Apsara awards Pale shadow of himself but smile as winsome RIP RajeshK
Surveen Chawla – An end to an era of Indian Cinema with his demise…..but he stays on in the hearts of millions of Indians…
Bipasha Basu – Loss of a Superstar!Iconic Actor!RIP Rajesh Khanna!
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To reduce size of classes, Manchester moves teachers, kids today
Superintendent Debra Livingston had proposed the plan to address crowding in two dozen classes in the elementary schools. Under state standards, the maximum size for kindergarten through grade three classes is 25 students; it's 30 students in grades three and above.
"This is not the optimal way to maintain a balance of class sizes, particularly with the fragility of a young child," he said. "It's not a decision we came to easily, but we needed to change the way things happened in the past, in light of there being no additional funding to add personnel."
Erika Connors, Ward 8, praised Livingston's approach to the problem. "I think this is the first time I've seen somebody start thinking outside the box a bit. In the past we heard we don't have the funding, so we can't," said Connors. The plan also had to be coordinated with the city teachers union, the Manchester Education Association. Ryan said MEA President Ben Dick was accommodating. "I like to look at this as a really good step in the right direction, everybody working on the same page to make the district a better place for kids, particularly during negotiations," he said.
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Salem town manager defends contract for Town Hall work
The majority of complaints voiced by residents were due to the fact that one of the subcontracted companies is owned by the husband of Salem Finance Director Jane Savastano.
During last year's budget season, the board voted to close the former Mary Foss School and remodel space that was once a state Division of Motor Vehicles office for use by several social service agencies displaced by the closure.
By early December, Hickey said he had obtained bids from two nearby vendors — RAM Construction and L & B Construction Management.
"I wanted to keep that separation to maintain some integrity in the process," Hickey said. "Time was of the essence."
"I accepted, reviewed and approved the selected vendors," Hickey said. "No one in the finance department had any knowledge or involvement of my approval of this contract."
A locksmith by trade, Hargreaves said he himself had been accused of acting improperly by simply selling an item to RAM Construction officials.
"At no time did my company step foot in (Town Hall) to install anything," Hargreaves said. "But my name is still getting thrown around."
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