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Clean & Clear Persa-gel 10
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Package Quality: 4.0
Price: $$
INGREDIENTSActive Ingredients: Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) (Acne Medication) Inactive Ingredients: Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Laureth 4, Sodium Hydroxide, Water
on 3/25/2015 10:55:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Cool
Hair: Blond, Wavy, Medium
Eyes: Brown
I think the key for this product is using it sparingly. My skin, despite having gone through a bit of a crazy spell recently, is usually pretty calm, and I maybe get 1-2 hormonal pimples a month. They can last, however, for a week or two (longer sometimes), and I've found that this Persa-gel really is the best and easiest treatment.
It can dry your skin out like crazy if you over apply, so I suggest using it only at night, or even every other day if you are trying to treat the same spot. It does, however, do a great job drying up pimples quickly, and reducing their size overnight. This is definitely a spot treatment, and I would not recommend spreading it over a large part of your skin (your entire forehead, for example, or chin), as I have tried that in the past, and it resulted in diminished breakouts but also some serious redness.
As always, I try to make sure I wear sunscreen, especially when using an acne treatment, and make sure I'm moisturized. For the price, it really can't be beat.
on 2/18/2015 10:00:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Oily, Fair, Neutral
Hair: Blond, Straight, Medium
Eyes: Green
my skin is kind of sensitive but also very acne-prone so i was cautious about using a product this strong. i try to use it very sparingly, only for "emergencies." it seems that every time i use it, the pimple is still there after one night, but after the second night, it's almost disappeared. but it's kind of a trade-off because although it can help get rid of a pimple, this stuff usually makes the skin around it red and itchy. nothing too crazy, just a mild inconvenience, but if you have really sensitive skin you probably shouldn't use this product. also some people say it leaves a ring around where you apply it; this is because it hasnt gotten in your skin and it's not going to work. you need to apply 2-3 very thin layers to the area you're treating and make sure to rub each layer in so it doesnt just dry on top of your skin.
on 2/9/2015 9:51:00 PM
Age: 18 & Under
Skin: Oily, Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Brown, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
Honestly I don't know why this didn't have better reviews. I love this stuff! Shrinks pimples over night and doesn't dry your skin out! And believe me a little of this goes a long way! I use it about two times a day, in the afternoon when I take my makeup off, and at night before bed, and occasionally in the morning.
on 2/7/2015 12:20:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Acne-prone, Olive, Warm
Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Coarse
Eyes: Hazel
It did not do much other than dry my skin
on 11/5/2014 6:56:00 AM
Age: 25-29
Skin: Dry, Fair, Not Sure
Hair: Blond, Other, Other
Eyes: Blue
I've tried a lot of products in the past and frankly did absolutely nothing for my acne, and this was one product I could add to that list. I tried it for a while and did not really notice much of a real difference I could be happy with, so least to say it was disappointing. Just make sure you use a bit of caution before racing to buy, but luckily I came across a product biocorrex that I'm using and it has cleaned up my skin after a few weeks! it's nice to know there are things out there that actually work!
on 11/4/2014 10:30:00 PM
Age: 25-29
Skin: Dry, Olive, Not Sure
Hair: Brunette, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
I bought this product based on the reviews here on MUA. Unfortunately, this did not live up to the hype. I really wanted to like this product because benzoyl peroxide has worked wonders for my skin. All this does is leave a white ring around my pimples until I rinse it off with water the next morning. Absolutely HORRIBLE! Use the money and get tea tree oil instead, much better spot treatment (make sure to dilute it!)
on 10/17/2014 10:49:00 AM
Age: 18 & Under
Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Brown, Other, Other
Eyes: Green
I've been dealing with acne since late elementary school (I went through puberty a lot quicker than others, so I was picked on for being the only kid with acne) but it got worse through middle school, and now in 8th grade I say it was at it's worse. It was barely on my forehead, but all over my lower cheeks, and chin. But recently, my grandmother bought me this product and it cleared my acne up quickly! I've been using it for almost 2 weeks now, and I barely, if any have acne. I still have a little scarring from previous breakouts but that's nothing my makeup can't cover up. At first, it caused a little itching for me then went away after my skin adapted to it. It really drys your skin out, causing your skin to get flaky. So I use St. Ives Apricot exfoliate to fix that. But other than that, it's really worth it, and cheap too. I recommend this product to everyone struggled with acne and I would get this product again. ☺
on 10/12/2014 8:37:00 PM
Age: 25-29
Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Cool
Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium
Eyes: Green
I was excited to purchase this product after reading the reviews. I just started getting adult acne a couple of years ago and have been struggling when the outbreaks appear. They mainly appear my lower cheeks and I experience some redness. It's not anything serious, maybe a few on each side of my face, but I wanted it gone. I picked this stuff up at walgreens on sale for $4 on a Sunday and put a thin layer on at night, pulling my hair back just to make sure it didn't bleach anything. I didn't really see any results, so I tried a thin layer in the morning and at night for the next few days. Well, it's a week later and the area where my pimples were are now so much worse- it's super red and blotchy and new pimples have emerged that are painful. I'm definitely discontinuing the use of this product to see if it gets better, but it was such a disappointment.
on 9/24/2014 4:07:00 AM
Age: 30-35
Skin: Dry, Medium, Neutral
Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine
Eyes: Hazel
I am loving this product! The best there can be, in order to fight a blemish, even cystic acne!
It did help me with few bumps - next morning they were gone! Thats amazing!
I am using it on forming blemish (only at night, because it is white and rubs off under any other products, creams or foundations) in a very thin layer and next day my blemish is either gone or much, much smaller! The only problem, it can dry out skin, if used too much and often, and it may leave a red mark if you are using it right after or before shower! :)
($5.50 at Walmart).
on 8/29/2014 4:05:00 PM
Age: 18 & Under
Skin: Oily, Tan, Not Sure
Hair: Black, Wavy, Medium
Eyes: Brown
I have oily acne prone skin and have been battling acne for quite some time now. I had heard about this product from a friend and decided to give it a try. I had a lot of pimples on my cheeks and so that was where i was using it primarily. I wasn't applying a lot, just a small amount on any blemishes i had. After about 3-4 days i got what i guess you could call a chemical burn all over my cheeks. it was red, itchy, flaky and almost painful. I have never really had "sensitive" skin but using this product really made me second guess that. I guess it's just one of those products that works for some but not for others. I do know people that use it and think it's amazing so I would recommend it. It's always worth a try.
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Are you looking for a great, stylish light switch specifically for your bathroom? The Lutron MA-T51-BR 5A Maestro Digital In-Wall Countdown Timer is a perfect option for you! While it's certainly not limited to bathroom use, the in-wall timer in the device is perfect for controlling bathroom exhaust fans and lighting, or any other type of device you might have that needs to be kept on timed, automatic control. The Lutron MA-T51-BR can be precisely set for anywhere between 5 and 60 minutes, or you can simply choose to keep the device on continuously! Need to make an adjustment to the timer? It's easy! Simply use the rocker switch that is located adjacent to the large paddle switch.
Not only is the Lutron MA-T51-BR extremely handy, but it's also quite attractive. The Lutron Maestro collection is known for creating aesthetically pleasing devices, and the brown-colored timer is a great example of the brand's commitment to creating products that blend seamlessly into your home's walls. For the ultimate stylistic accent, be sure to pick up a screwless wall plate from Lutron in a matching brown color, sold separately.
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May 18, 2011
Darci Miller
If you're of the age to need the services offered by Scholarships.com, you're also most likely of the age where summer is no longer the carefree, lazy paradise it once was. Back then, it was filled with summer camp, ice cream, beach days and late nights. But now? Now it's all about gaining work experience.
If you've yet to hit this point, enjoy this summer. The real world of job-hunting is coming up fast. Hours spent working on your resume and cover letter, days spent emailing companies with internship listings, weeks spent waiting (and waiting...and waiting), potentially all for naught. And then there's all the time spent pounding the pavement for a minimum wage job, only to get turned away from all of those as well. It's not fun. Trust me, I've been there.
If you're in this situation (and if you're anything like me), you're tearing your hair out at the prospect of doing nothing for three months. But look at the bright side: A recent study conducted by Australian National University found that, income notwithstanding, having a bad job is worse than having no job for your mental health. So you'll be happier doing nothing than you would be at that lame job anyway!
But that still leaves you with approximately 90 empty days to fill, right? It really is important to get experience, so don't let the summer go to waste. Try to volunteer somewhere to keep busy and keep your spirits up – and it'll be something great to add to your resume if you do find something related to your major!
You can also take this time to do something you don't have time for while attending school. Read that book you've been eyeing, rekindle an old hobby, start a blog. But no matter your plans, be sure to make this summer a good one!
Darci Miller is a New Yorker studying journalism and sport administration at the University of Miami. When she's not writing for the school newspaper, you can find her at the gym, either working or working out. She loves all '80s pop culture (the cheesier the better!), and glues herself to her TV when the Olympics are on. She dreams big, and believes the sky's the limit!
May 19, 2011
Angela Andaloro
Although students quickly adopt the Dollar Menu lifestyle that pricey college living sentences them to, they are always looking for ways to make few extra bucks and live a little more comfortably. Many students totally rule out the idea of working for free because of this but what they don't realize is they are missing out on great opportunities! Here are some reasons why unpaid internships are actually well worth your time:
The most important thing to remember about any internship is that it's your first step into the professional world. Making a positive impression is vital and there's no better way to do so than by giving 100 percent every minute you're on the job. A paycheck may not be on the line but your reputation is!
Angela Andaloro is a rising junior at Pace University's New York City campus, where she is double majoring in communication studies and English. Like most things in New York City, her life and college experience is far from typical – she commutes to school from her home in Flushing and took nearly a semester's worth of classes online – but she still likes to hang out with friends, go to parties and feed her social networking addiction like your "average" college student.
June 17, 2011
Casandra Pagn
It's hard to look for a job on any search engine without coming across a result from CareerBuilder, Monster, Indeed or another employment website. As a recent graduate and someone who has browsed and used these websites extensively over the past few months, I'd like to help you get the most out of posting your resume and other credentials on the Internet.
The good: Career-centric sites can be great tools in helping you browse available jobs in desired industries and particular areas. Since these websites have a large and credible following, many employers will post opportunities because they know there will be lots of traffic from potential applicants. You can also post your resume directly to the sites so that employers can search by criteria and contact you if they are interested; another benefit of these websites is that you can have your resume reviewed by professionals – for free! – and receive valuable feedback.
The bad: If you post your resume to one or more of these websites, it's likely that you'll be contacted by companies that send out mass emails expressing their interest in hiring new employees. They are usually sales or insurance agent positions and if that's not your forte or field of interest, the emails can get annoying quite quickly. Also, spam emails or weekly updates can cloud potentially important emails in your inbox.
The lowdown: If you are looking for part-time or full-time work, use these websites but with some savvy. It can be extremely helpful to browse these career posting websites to find job opening but I recommend using them as a resource and then contacting the employer directly. Doing this allows you to submit the correct formats of your resume and any other documents you might need (i.e. letters of recommendations, certifications or awards) and personalize your email and cover letter to the appropriate hiring manager.
Chicagoland native Casandra Pagni spent the past four years in the wonderful city of Ann Arbor at the University of Michigan. From watching football games in the Big House to bruising her knees playing intramural broomball on ice, she had the time of her life while at Michigan and embraced her inner and outer sports fanatic by covering the softball and hockey teams for the campus newspaper, The Michigan Daily. Casandra was also a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority and a teacher ambassador and this past April, Casandra graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English and earned a secondary teaching certification. She is currently in Chicago looking for a teaching position.
June 29, 2011
Shari Williams
Scoring internships and jobs can be tough and one thing you don't want is to blend in with the rest of the crowd. Avoid this fate by branding yourself.
Think of places like McDonald's, Burger King and Chipotle: You can't miss them because they are branded with specific colors, fonts and logos. But this sense of branding can go far beyond food chains and retail stores: It's just as beneficial to brand yourself because it creates the initial perception that people will have of you.
Start by creating a simple personal logo that you can add to your resume. This can provide a lasting impression of you for potential employers. In the social networking realm, try to be consistent. For example, if your name is John Doe, try your best to make John Doe (or something similar to it) your Twitter name, Facebook name, LinkedIn name, etc. It's important to keep a consistent name or alias and keep all content organized and presentable. (Leave the party pictures out of this equation!)
Next, create an About.Me profile, which allows you to link all of your websites, links and profiles together in one place. It's like a virtual business card that potential employers could view quickly – something much appreciated to anyone with a busy schedule. This can also impact positively beyond the workplace, giving a way for fans of your craft to become familiar with your name and talents.
Branding is a great way to stand out from the crowd and make yourself known. Just be sure not to overdo it and you could see your name in lights before you know it!
Shari Williams is a junior at Towson University with a double major in deaf studies and broadcast journalism and a minor in entertainment, media and film. With experience in public relations, a love for music and a passion for acting, she longs to be a jack of all trades. A Baltimore native, Shari is an avid traveler and opportunity seeker. She hopes to become the next face seen on the morning news or the voice heard over the radio.
November 9, 2011
Radha Jhatakia
Tattoos and facial piercings have become part of modern day society and college culture. There is nothing wrong with this – I myself have seven piercings (three in each ear and one in my nose) and a tattoo – but with these artistic choices can come consequences that we may not think of when we are younger and attempting to fit in.
Many members of older generations do not view tattoos and piercings the same way we do. To them, they are forms of rebellion, disrespect and, most importantly, decisions that make it increasingly difficult to build favorable professional reputations. If you have a facial piercing, interviewing with a professional organization is risky: Unless you have an exceptional resume and amazing skills, most employers won't take you seriously.
Visible tattoos are deal breakers for many employers as well, especially for those who work alongside customers and are constantly representing the company. Professional workplaces will not tolerate visible tattoos; if you have any but also have your heart set on a career with this kind of organization, you should cover them up. Though many offices have adopted more casual dress codes, visible tattoos are still a long way from being accepted and could hurt your chances of getting hired: If there's one position available and the other applicant has a cleaner cut appearance, you could lose out.
If you just have to get a tattoo or piercing, I am not going to try to stop you. Just remember that the choices you make now will affect you in the future.
Radha Jhatakia is a communications major at San Jose State University. She's a transfer student who had some ups and downs in school and many obstacles to face; these challenges – plus support from family, friends and cat – have only made Radha stronger and have given her the experience to help others with the same issues. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, reading, cooking, sewing and designing. A social butterfly, Radha hopes to work in public relations and marketing upon graduation.
November 14, 2011
Lisa Lowdermilk
If you're like most people, the thought of bees and the stings that can come with them fills you with dread. But if you're looking for a career where you can learn more about the hard-working critters, make a decent wage and spend a lot of time outdoors in the process, beekeeping might just be for you.
Many beekeepers are nearing retirement and thus, the beekeeping industry has a wealth of employment opportunities for up and coming beekeepers. Grande Prairie Regional College in Edmonton, Canada is hoping to produce the individuals to fill these positions with its 45-week beekeeping program. Students will learn how to construct wooden beehives, market honey products, keep bees safe from disease and a particular focus on queen rearing, or the process of raising healthy queen bees. (After all, you can't expect to produce much honey without an effective queen!) Participants are also promised 26 weeks of paid work in the industry. The program is thought to be the most comprehensive beekeeping program in North America and will show students just how crucial bees are to the economy and life in general. In addition to honey, bees play an integral role in the creation of candles, candy and cosmetics. As if that's not enough, almost a third of our food in North America would be impossible without bees' pollination!
If you're interested in applying for GPRC's beekeeping program, you can find out more about the program here. The application deadline is December 1st so get yours in soon to avoid the sting of rejection! If you decide you'd rather keep your studies confined to the U.S., there are also a variety of beekeeping organizations devoted to the practice all over the country. Get the buzz from this list.
Lisa Lowdermilk is a published poet, avid video gamer and artist. Her poems have appeared in Celebrate Young Poets: West (Fall 2006) edition and Widener University's The Blue Route. She enjoys watching thrillers, trying different restaurants and attempting to breakdance. Lisa is now majoring in professional writing at the University of Colorado Denver.
December 8, 2011
Suada Kolovic
There are a few key moments in life when you step back and say, "That is non-negotiable in my book." For the most part, they're usually pivotal moments that deal with relationships, faith and, at times, your job. When it comes to the latter, they are definitely a few factors to consider – How far are you willing to travel for prospective employment? Will you work for minimum wage and no benefits? (I hope not!) – but what if your future employer tells you that social media sites like Facebook and Twitter are off-limits? Well, for some college students and recent grads, that is the absolute definition of non-negotiable…even if the unemployment rate is around nine percent.
According to a recent study by Cisco which surveyed 1,400 college student and 1,400 young professionals between the ages of 21 and 29 in 14 countries, some students would be willing to accept a lower salary in return for technology freedom. The survey also notes that 56 percent of college students said they would either not accept a job offer from a company that blocked access to social media in the workplace or would attempt to sidestep company polices. (For more on the study, click here.)
For those of you with full-time employment, was access to social media a deciding factor? Would you be willing to forgo a higher salary in order to "tweet" and "like" during the workday? Let us know what you think of the study in the comments section.
January 6, 2012
If you're a high school student, you're probably still enjoying winter break. But with that two-week treat shortly coming to a close, I'm sure there are at least a few of you already looking forward to the warm, lazy months of summer. (I know I always did!) Then again, summer may not be the carefree paradise it once was. Whether you'd like to admit it or not, it's the perfect opportunity to gain some work experience and this summer, you're in luck: President Barack Obama is looking to boost summer job prospects for kids.
The White House recently announced that with help from the private sector, it has nearly 180,000 youth employment opportunities for the summer and aims to add tens of thousands more. With unemployment rates still relatively high for adults nationwide, young people are finding it almost impossible to find any employment opportunities. President Obama insisted that with the economy in a rut, the government needs to step in to make sure kids are provided with opportunities to learn skills and a work ethic. One downside of the plan for kids trying to save money for college, cars and other expenses is that many of the positions would be unpaid training opportunities.
Are you already thinking about where you'll be working this summer? Are you more interested in a paying position or one that would be a killer reference on your resume?
January 17, 2012
Despite our name, we're more than just scholarships here at Scholarships.com: We strive to keep students in the know on pretty much anything and everything college related, from figuring where you'll spend the next four years and how you'll pay for it to picking the major that's right for you and finding employment once you've finished. And when it comes to the latter, recent college graduates are faced with one of the toughest job markets in recent years. What can you do to place yourself in the best position for employment after you graduate? Consider taking courses that will help you stand out from the crowd like those that deal with coding, design and analytics. Here are three tips U.S. News and World Report compiled to help you entice employers:
February 10, 2012
Jacquelene Bennett
One of the nice things about growing older and getting further along in your college career is that you start to network and make connections that will help outside of college. Throughout the academic year, universities hold networking events that allow current students to connect with alumni and professionals in different career fields but remember, these events are a privilege to attend and there is a proper way to act and present yourself.
Dress appropriately. You don't want to show up to these functions in jeans and a t-shirt – dress in a business casual fashion instead. It's not necessary to wear a suit or anything but you want to dress to impress so some nice slacks (or a skirt for women) with a button-down shirt or blouse will do the trick.
Don't get drunk. A lot of these events serve alcohol, which can be nice and fun (if you are over 21!) but you shouldn't take it too far. This is a business event with professors and professionals, not a Saturday night party with your friends; if you do decide to imbibe, limit yourself to just one or two glasses of wine.
Talk to everyone. The point of these functions is to network and meet people. Don't stand in a corner or only talk with the people you came with – interact with everyone there! People expect you to come up to them at these events so don't feel embarrassed or rude doing so. Universities organize these events for people to make connections and if you don't do that by talking to every person you can, it will be a waste of time.
Like I said at the beginning, these events are a privilege to attend so follow these simple guidelines and you will take full advantage of these experiences...and maybe even a job!
Jacquelene Bennett is a senior at the University of Redlands where her areas of study are creative writing, government and religious studies. When she is not studying or working, you can usually find her eating frozen yogurt or blogging about her day. She has a cactus named Kat and believes that Stephen Colbert is a genius. Jacquelene works hard, laughs hard and knows that one day you'll see her name in lights.
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Feb 23 (Reuters) – Dish Network Corp founder and
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that has amassed troves of unused U.S. wireless spectrum in a
maturing pay-TV market.
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stepped down from the CEO role, a job he held for more than a
decade. Ergen stayed on as chairman. (reut.rs/1zz8TQq)
Sprint says U.S. telecoms will invest despite stronger net neutrality
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – With its surprise endorsement of a stricter U.S. regulatory regime for Internet service providers, Sprint Corp (S.N: Quote, Profile, Research) wanted to show that tougher rules would not stop rival telecom players from investing, Chief Technology Officer Stephen Bye said in an interview.
"It's one of those topics that is highly charged, highly politicized and we took a step back and said it works in the interest of our customers, our consumers and the industry and we frankly found some of the arguments (of our competitors) to be less than compelling," Bye told Reuters this week.
Verizon to sell wireline operations, towers worth $15.6 billion
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – Verizon Communications (VZ.N: Quote, Profile, Research) said it would sell wireline assets to Frontier Communications (FTR.O: Quote, Profile, Research) for $10.54 billion in cash and sell and lease cell phone towers for around $5 billion to American Tower in a deal that will help it pay off recent wireless spectrum purchases.
The transaction is the latest in a series of non-core assets that Verizon has sold in recent months to reduce debt and raise cash for investments.
Verizon to sell wireline operations and towers worth over $15 billion
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – Verizon Communications Inc (VZ.N: Quote, Profile, Research) will sell wireline assets to Frontier Communications Corp (FTR.O: Quote, Profile, Research) for $10.54 billion in cash and cell phone towers worth over $5 billion to American Tower Corp, the company said on Thursday.
The assets being sold to Frontier and American Tower are the latest in a series of non-core assets that Verizon has sold in recent months to reduce debt and raise cash for investments.
Sprint to add 500 stores, eyeing Radioshack 'real estate' -CEO
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb 5 (Reuters) – Sprint Corp aims to
expand its retail footprint with 500 stores this year and is
considering troubled electronics retail chain Radioshack's
prime real estate, Chief Executive Marcelo Claure told
Reuters on Friday.
"We're looking at RadioShack very closely, in terms of
what's going to happen. They have incredible store locations,"
Claure said in an interview. "We're looking at it, like
everybody's looking at it. There are very few companies with so
much great real estate."
Verizon to sell assets worth $10 billion to Frontier: source
NEW YORK/SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – Verizon Communications is close to selling wireline assets worth $10 billion to regional telephone operator Frontier Communications Corp, a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday.
The largest U.S. carrier by subscribers, Verizon has been investing heavily in growing its wireless business while reducing spend on its broadband Internet and telephone services. Verizon has been exploring steps to speed up its debt repayment in recent months.
AT&T to sell data centers worth $2 billion: sources
NEW YORK/SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – AT&T Inc is selling some data centers worth about $2 billion as it continues its streak of asset sales, people familiar with the matter said on Monday.
AT&T, the No. 2 U.S wireless provider, has been exploring options to pay down its debt and raise funds for investments in recent months. The company declined to comment.
AT&T top buyer at U.S. airwaves auction; Dish spends big
WASHINGTON/SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – AT&T Inc spent
close to half the total in the record-setting U.S. sale of
airwaves for mobile data, with Dish Network Corp
spending heavily to manage a surprise win at No.2 ahead of
Verizon, results showed on Friday.
AT&T bid a total of $18.2 billion to win licenses of
so-called AWS-3 spectrum. Dish itself did not win any licenses,
but had invested in bidding partners SNR Wireless LicenseCo LLC
and Northstar Wireless LLC, which bid a total of $13.3 billion.
AT&T top buyer at U.S. airwaves auction; Verizon, Dish spend big
WASHINGTON/SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – AT&T Inc (T.N: Quote, Profile, Research) spent close to half the total in the record-setting U.S. sale of airwaves for mobile data, with Verizon Communications Inc (VZ.N: Quote, Profile, Research) and bidding partners of Dish Network Corp (DISH.O: Quote, Profile, Research) also spending heavily, results showed on Friday.
AT&T bid a total of $18.2 billion to win licenses of so-called AWS-3 spectrum; Verizon bid $10.4 billion and T-Mobile US Inc (TMUS.N: Quote, Profile, Research) bid $1.8 billion, according to the results released by the Federal Communications Commission.
Cablevision sues Verizon, alleges false WiFi advertising
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Cablevision Systems Corp on Thursday sued Verizon Communications Inc, accusing it of falsely advertising to consumers on television, radio and the Internet that its WiFi service is the fastest available.
The complaint, filed with the U.S. District Court in Central Islip, New York, accuses Verizon of basing its "fastest WiFi available" claim on new network routers it has been installing for up to $199.99, despite knowing that Cablevision offers the same routers for its Optimum network, free of charge.


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Investopedia's Forex Outlook For March 2012: Other Economies: Japan, Switzerland and U.K.
Higher Yen Hits Japan's Economy
Japan's yen is one of the few Asian currencies that are struggling. After its economy contracted 2.3% during the fourth quarter of last year, the Bank of Japan announced a new 10 trillion yen stimulus package on February 14th. The move led to a sharp depreciation in the yen across the board, including against the U.S. Dollar, Swiss franc, British pound and others.
Japan has also been hit by a record trade deficit, which has led to concerns that the strong yen may be hurting its export-driven economy. The deficit hit 1.48 trillion yen ($19 billion) and exports dropped 9.3% year over year as energy imports increased. While the Bank of Japan (BOJ) has reined in the yen a bit, the recovery pace is still likely to be slow by many accounts. (For related reading, see Get To Know The Major Central Banks.)
Standard & Poor's has also issued a warning that it may lower the country's credit rating if the economy doesn't grow as quickly as expected or if its public debt gets out of control. Most recently, the ratings agency reaffirmed the country's AA-rating with a negative outlook, saying that tax hikes alone wouldn't solve its structural problems.
Swiss Continue to Defend the Franc
The recent strength in the euro has calmed the nerves of many in the Swiss National Bank (SNB). But new signs of trouble from Greece and Portugal could put the bank's resolve to the test when it comes to defending its 1.20 price floor. With the market viewing it as a safe-haven currency, it's considered one of the few places to put money away safely.
But while the euro has been relatively calm, the franc surged to a three month high against the U.S. dollar and British pound (cable) in recent weeks. The franc has traded roughly at the 1.20 mark with the euro, but traders have taken the opportunity to get into the safe-haven currency through these other pairs in an apparent flight to safety.
These trends have also been affecting the Swiss economy in many ways. While the currency's strength has hurt its business exports, the move higher has helped consumer prices drop the most in two years. These issues appear under control now, but any escalation may lead to a further slowdown in the Swiss economy over the coming months. (For related reading, see The Swiss Franc: What Every Forex Trader Needs To Know.)
Britain's Economy Sends Mixed Signals
Just as Britain was showing renewed signs of strength, the country reported negative growth during the fourth quarter of last year. Consumer spending and exports proved higher, but reduced investment from businesses lowered the overall figure. The slight downward revision showed a 0.2% drop compared to last quarter, but a 0.7% improvement year-over-year.
The Bank of England (BOE) recently announced a new 50 billion pound stimulus in early February, which should help the country barely avoid a recession and improve throughout the year. And Britain's Paul Fisher noted in an interview that policymakers were keeping an open mind to the possibility of more quantitative easing.
In the end, these developments have had a relatively muted effect on the cable. Over the past month, the pair is trading up 7.34% against the trouble Japanese yen, roughly even with the euro and down about 1.03% versus the U.S. dollar.
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Preserving and gilding blueberry bush leaves
I am donating centerpieces for 40 tables at an upcoming charity fundraiser. The centerpieces will incorporate gilded branches/leaves from some low lying wild blueberry bushes that I have growing in my back yard. Before I go and cut 150+ branches, I want to make sure I'll be able to successfully preserve and gild the branches and leaves. I have read about the glycerin solution method. Will this work for blueberry bushes? There are lots and lot of leaves on each branch.
And once they are preserved, can you help me with the best method to paint them gold? Spray painting will work, but I will be wasting a lot of paint. Is there a way to "dip" the branches? And, what is the best gold paint to use?
Thanks in advance for this. As I am donating the centerpieces, I want to make sure I have a solid plan so that I don't waste $$ experimenting.


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Joe: Yeah, like I said, I'm a proud Jew.
Daniel: *Slaps hoe* Maaan, look at you! GET FUZZY.
Daniel: *Slaps hoe* Maaan, look at you! GET FUZZY.
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After lighting up, a stoner will proceed to feel love towards anything and everything, also known as the Fuzzies.
Dude 1 "Holy shit man Jack is actually hugging Vanessa"
Dude 2 "I thought he hated her?"
Dude 1 "I dont know man, guess he's got the fuzzies"
Dude 2 "I thought he hated her?"
Dude 1 "I dont know man, guess he's got the fuzzies"
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a shaved head on a guy/girl that has begun to grow out.
Did you see David today? Man, he has a major fuzzy goin' on !
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Creamy delightfull sight,lives in tiny person land, belongs to king waniel. Fluffy, smells very fresh, often taken for Royalty and used as a sleeping aid/comfort.
Fluffy and soft = fuzzy for comfort
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A term of endearment between loved ones, said mostly when saying good-bye or when someone does something nice for you.
Okay, I'll talk to you later, I love you, you're fuzzy! OR That was very fuzzy of you to lend me your car!
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U.S. Army recruit (E-1) that has no rank insignia.
They are called Fuzzies because of the fuzzy velcro patch on their shoulders.
They are called Fuzzies because of the fuzzy velcro patch on their shoulders.
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" Yeah, Here come the Fuzzies."
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DUTCH master Arjen Robben has opened the door on a move back to the Barclays Premier League, just days after slaying England at Wembley. Robben is unhappy with life at Bayern Munich and admits he is considering his options - which will interest the likes of Chelsea, Tottenham, Manchester United and Arsenal. Holland ran out 3-2 victors over the Three Lions in last week's friendly at Wembley where Robben bagged two stunning goals. Flying Dutchman: Robben was Holland's star at Wembley But he has now conceded he is open to moving away from the Bundesliga and could be picked up for as little as £10million as he has just one year remaining on his current deal. Robben told the Sunday Mirror: 'I don't have an ideal situation in Germany. I am now considering the options I have and I will get.
'It was great to play at Wembley and to see many people I know. It was only my second international game for Holland since the World Cup and it was great that this was in London at Wembley.
'I can try put up a brave face and make out all the things in Munich do not effect me, but of course it gets on my nerves and effects me. 'I just needed this game against England so much. It was a joy to be playing at my best again.'
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#1: Hair hasn't grown in 2 years
My hair has more or less been stuck at mid-back length for about 2 years now! I doubt the problem is terminal hair length because my hair has been longer in the past, and my hair is layered and even the parts that are shorter have not grown. I try to trim it myself (could that be the problem?) as there are not too many hairdressers in my area that cut curly hair, and the ones that do have not done very good jobs. I use coconut oil and deep conditioner, and I tried hair growth supplements for about 2 months but stopped before I saw any results because they made me break out. I take good car of my hair, keep it moisturized, don't brush with a hairbrush, use a cotton t-shirt to dry my hair, no heat, no dye, and it still hasn't grown! It's driving me crazy!
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Any ideas on what could be the problem? And any ways I could get my hair to grow?


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My Summer Decorating Projects: Before & Afters
I've spent weeks and weeks this Summer hitting every thrift and consignment shop in the area for things to help furnish DD's new home at college. As some of you might recall, her sorority house had a major fire 2 nights after the girls returned from their Winter Break this past January. Many of her possessions were ruined. All the girls had to be relocated to furnished campus housing for the remainder of Spring semester. As their sorority house is still in the process of being rebuilt, this school year (her junior), she's renting a beautiful old home with 2 of her sorority sisters just a few minutes walk from campus. DH & I've just returned from following her back to college, with our pickup and her SUV totally (110%!!) packed with everything.
I wanted to share a few of our Befores & Afters with you. She and I redid things together, but DD made all the final decisions as to color choices, etc. I think that she did pretty darn good for a 20 y/o.
I got this great, very heavy, clean, and well-made slant-front (drop leaf) desk at a consignment shop for $55.
This was a PIA to paint, but worth it as DD loves it. She chose the color herself, Behr's Botanical Tint , which is a light turquoise bluish-green, to work with her PB curtains and bed linens. She also spray painted all the hardware herself.
I paid $20 for this wicker headboard at a thrift store. DD decided to paint it black, which we think works well with her comforter colors
Here's the After of it. As you can see, this daughter of mine loves her pillows (LOL)! Curtains and bed linens are from PB Teen.
Her desk chair was a gift from us. We bought it at the IKEA store while vacationing in Denver earlier this month. It's very comfortable! BTW, the nightstand behind it shows the true color (at least on my laptop screen) of it and of the matching dresser, shown here also.
While we were at IKEA, we also bought her this drawer stack, which you can see in her chair photo. It sits between her desk and the window.
Her deep peach-colored dresser and nightstand were found at a consignment shop near her university late last Spring. She loves how they pick up that same color in her comforter.
This pic of the dresser was taken at the shop when she bought it. It's actually the same color as the nightstand in another pic here.
She saw a mirror in one of my decorating magazines that she loved. I found this very similar one at a consignment shop for $20. It's 32" tall.
She repainted it black:
I found these storage cubes at Walmart to sit at the foot of her bed and store extra linens or whatever. They were $20 each and are a patent leather, embossed alligator look.
DD says that the look she was going for is "kind of a world traveler with a Forties slant". She found these copies of old travel posters and framed them to hang in her room (her configuration):
They hang above these 2 repainted campaign tables that she hopes will someday hold a tv.:
And last, she wanted an "exotic view" above her desk. I had an very old wood-framed window that I'd planned to do something with someday. We ordered a great Greek harbor print online, took it to a framer and had it cut to fit and mounted behind the glass. The frame color is original. DH had to hang that as it's quite heavy, but she loves it and got her "room with a view". Actually though, she has wonderful views of her shady tree-lined street (and a good looking frat house) from her two bedroom windows, but why quibble over details (LOL)?
This post was edited by lynninnewmexico on Sun, Aug 3, 14 at 13:16
Ooops, that last pic of the Greek Harbor didn't post Here it
I had fun helping with all of this. Last night DD called from college to thank me and tell me that it's like her own little private world up there and that it's the most beautiful bedroom ever. Well, I'm glad it is for her. I love that daughter of mine!
Thank you!
Yes, I'm very into teaching my kids to upclycle. Nothing that comes easy and new, just bought for them whenever they want something else, is appreciated as much as the hunt for a bargain, redoing it themselves and/or earning the money for it themselves. I've told DD many times that her mantra is now, "I'm just a poor college student and need to look for ways to make do."
You're right, it's been fun and good bonding times for us, too. DD also painted all the plant pots and made the terrarium on the campaign table over the Summer. She is so proud of them! She bought the many pillows on her bed, her PB bed linens and curtains with her high school graduation gift money two years ago. Thankfully, they were all ok to use after the fire, once they'd been dry cleaned a few times and then ozoned. The only problem was that the furnished apartment she got moved into right after the fire had a full, not a single bed. And no linens! We had to quickly buy all new sheets and comforter. Poor kid was so traumatized from it all, and just wanted her "old bedroom back again". The folks at the Pottery Barn Teen online call center were incredibly kind, beyond thoughtful and went out of their way to get everything to her in just a couple of days once they heard about the fire. That really touched my heart.
We spent the last few months in a similar manner! My 20yr old is also moving into a very old home with a few college friends. She upholstered a head board hand me down that was mine back when I was in Jr. High. It began life bright yellow with yellow daises. She painted a desk (also black), made a "pouf". Just yesterday she found a white bed skirt at a local thrift store and also has a mirror project in mind. It is so much fun watching them make something out of nothing. She was given a stash of embroidered Irish linen and has been so excited finding ways to show it off. She and her sister took a load down last week, painted the room and decided what else was needed. Oh to be young again and full of dreams!!
That's a very sweet room. When I think back to my college days . . . it was a box spring and mattress on the floor and a couple ugly pressed board cabinets that were my "dresser". I think I had some stacked milk crates for a night stand. I clearly didn't grow any creative bones until much later on!!
After what you've been through with your injuries, it must have been so much fun searching for items to revitalize and they came out super. Your daughter has inherited your love of color and creativity. She should be proud of herself, there's no question that you're proud of her. Wonderful job.
Lynn, I remember on another board and your talking about your 'little girl' when she was 7! They grow up wayyyyyy too fast, but then become your best friend also!! I 'm so blessed with my 3 DD's.
It's obvious she loves what she's doing~love all,the color. She was lucky to find such great furniture pieces, as well as things she can give a second life. When she leaves college she'll have the option to paint another color, and there will always be the memory of that first space, nasty fire included!
Youngest DD recently moved into a new home and is 'allowing' me to do my GD's bedroom. The colors in the comforter are exactly what I've been looking for since I want to bring in some black~is it PB also? Looked on the website, but didn't see it. Hope you will share. TIA
What a talented young lady you have, and how lucky she is to have a mom who enjoys decorating!
Couple of questions. What type of paint did she use? Wall paint? Can you tell I'm a novice about paint? lol. I'm so sick of the Annie Sloan type paint colors that I've been wondering what type other paint to use on furniture. There are so many colors to choose from!
Also, is your daughter moving back to the House, and if so, does she want me to keep her furniture? :)
My oldest son moved out of the frat house his SR. year (he had to study!) when his little brother moved to university, so I got to "decorate" an apartment for males. No comparison!
Thank you all for your kind words. It's always fun to show our Before & After project pics here. You get inspired and work so hard creating something new. It's nice to be able to share it . . . even if the end results don't end up in your home (LOL)!
Oakley: Haha!! I don't think DD is going to want to give up all of her new (old) furniture and decs to move back into a shared, already-furnished bedroom at her sorority house next year when it's finally redone. She'll be a senior then and is already loving her home only a couple of blocks from campus. Although she definitely IS missing having someone else plan, shop for and cook all the meals (LOL)! The wall's of DD's room were already painted that color by the previous tenant and I don't have a clue what the brand name or color of it is. Sorry. Is your son going to OU? I agree, decorating a son's place is (usually) a lot less fun than decorating a daughter's. My own son's place made me cringe during his six years at OU!
Arcy: I LOVE your DD's headboard. How beautiful!!! The fabric is wonderful and looks beautiful with that dark wood. This is a fun age for our daughters, isn't it?
Jake: that sounds a lot like my son's rooms when he was in college.
Yaya: yes, it drove me to distraction not to be able to do much of anything while my hands were healing. Although I've developed significant arthritis in both hands as a result of the surgery, the fracture and the subsequent long immobilization periods, I love being able to work with them again!
Patty: DD was seven? My goodness, it HAS been a long time, hasn't it? Her desk color? Yes, It wouldn't have been my choice, but she does love it and, yes, she can paint it again someday if the mood strikes her. (Shudder) That desk (and all of it's drawers and cubbies) was very tedious and hard to paint. I wouldn't want to do that one again ever!
What fun to be able to do your GD's bedroom! You'll have to share that with us when you finish it.
Well, thank you all again for allowing me to share my Summer's decorating projects. DH & I have just started redoing his study yesterday. More grunt work and a lot less fun than DD's but the results will be good . . . once we ever finish!
This post was edited by lynninnewmexico on Mon, Aug 4, 14 at 23:27
Lynn, I was talking about the paint on the dresser. Can wall paint be used on furniture?
Unfortunately, we're a house divided. DH and I went to OU, lived there for years, and our boys graduated from OSU. My husband darn near wouldn't pay their tuition! lol.
Oakley: Ooooh, very painful for Sooners (LOL)! Thankfully, in our house, DH, DS & DD all graduated from/ are attending OU. DH tells everyone, "We may live in New Mexico but we raise Sooners!". I married into it, but I'm still a diehard Sooner fan.
As far as the paint we used on the desk and campaign tables, I talked extensively with the head guy in the paint department at our local Home Depot about what to use on them. He recommended "Behr Premium Plus Ultra/ Stain-Blocking Paint & Primer in One". The desk was pale yellow. The paint was a pale turquoise, but we still felt we needed the 3 coats we put on them. I'm not convinced the claim meets the actual coverage.
This post was edited by lynninnewmexico on Mon, Aug 4, 14 at 10:08
Thanks, FoxesPad. Yes very determined.
Patty: you'd asked me if the duvet cover, etc. was still available from Pottery Barn Teen. DD bought her original set the Summer of 2012, as she was getting ready to head off to college. At that time this set was prominently featured in their PBT catalogs. When I called them this past January, they had no problem getting a replacement set to her in just a couple days. I've just searched their website and I can't find it there anymore, but they do have many other new designs that are wonderful. I love how their sheet sets, curtains, comforters and duvet covers all coordinate so beautifully.
Lynn, thanks for sharing all the befores and afters. It all looks so great and it shows how hard you both have worked on these projects in that cute room. How fun it must have been to work together and to see your DD taking such interest in it too! Sorry you have some lingering arthritis but happy the worst is behind you.
Arcy, that headboard is gorgeous! You must be proud!


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Yet in late 2011 the current Lakeview resident somehow found herself weighing the pros and cons of each program after being selected to appear on both. Following some careful deliberation--and a thorough perusal of both contracts--Montanez opted to compete on "American Idol," making it all the way to "Hollywood Week" before being shown the door.
In a recent phone interview, the 21-year-old singer, who's in the midst of working on a follow-up EP and sketching out plans for a cross-country tour, discussed her experiences on "Idol," her optimistic nature and why she doesn't fret if a black cat wanders into her path.
I thought Oprah was the only Chicagoan who could get away with going solely by her first name, yet here you are.
[Laughs] Yeah, you know, for a time I thought I should maybe use a stage name or a band name, but I started playing out so young and had already built up a following. I felt like I might have been taking steps backwards if I came up with a different name.
Does the decision to drop the Montanez mark the start of this new musical direction?
This is more of a pop record, and dropping the last name made it more clear it was something new. When people look up Kelsey Montanez they can find the old stuff. But now that it's just Kelsey it's about this new direction and this new sound.
Your new EP is called "A Delightful Sadness." Do you consider yourself an optimist or a pessimist?
I consider myself to be an optimist to the extreme, in most cases. The title came from something I was writing in my journal. I was going through this whole uninspired phase before this project started. I was feeling numb. I wasn't writing anything. I wasn't creating. My personal life was in shambles. Coming out of that numbness even sadness felt like an improvement. It was like, "OK, I'm feeling something. I have something to write about now."
You sing about that period on "10,000 Bombs," which also includes a line about being "out of luck." Are you a superstitious person?
I don't freak out if I see a black cat crossing the road or I break a mirror, but I do believe in signs and I do believe things happen for a reason. I try to be in tune to the world and universe ... and if things aren't going well I usually take it as a sign something needs to change.
When you started promoting your new EP you actually performed at a number of "L" stops. Had you ever busked before?
I did it once when I was younger. I was 15, and my friends and I wanted to see this concert, I forget which band...
Do you really forget? Or are you just too embarrassed to say who it was?
I don't know if I should tell you. It's embarrassing. Remember I was 15, OK? It was Mindless Self Indulgence. We wanted to see that show so I went on the street and played guitar for like two hours. I made 80 bucks and was able to get all my friends in.
You got a nice guest verse from Chance the Rapper on "Out of Sight." Is the title a reference to the Jennifer Lopez movie?
I didn't even know that was a movie. I feel like I live under a rock culturally.
She actually was a judge on your season of "American Idol," right?


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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars 'NO HOME IS 'SAFE' THIS NIGHT'
America...in the not too distant future 'Crime' is allowed during
a 12 hour window.....once a year...'The Purge'
'James Sandin' has locked down his home, it is as secure as it can
be, however his son 'Charlie' seeing a man in distress and wounded
reverses the lock-down to allow the stranger refuge.
Trouble is, the group wanting to finish the job...
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47 of 55 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars A wasted premise
The Purge is set in the near-future (2022) in the U.S. - all crime is legal for one night a year in a release deemed necessary by the New Founding Fathers to vent all the pent-up rage and anger that we as humans amass. The Purge is working, unemployment is at 1% and there is barely a crime recorded outside of the Purge night. The Sandins are a successful family in plush...
Published 21 months ago by J. Morris
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars 'NO HOME IS 'SAFE' THIS NIGHT',
rbmusicman (U.K) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Purge [Blu-ray] [2013] [Region Free] (Blu-ray)
America...in the not too distant future 'Crime' is allowed during
a 12 hour window.....once a year...'The Purge'
'James Sandin' has locked down his home, it is as secure as it can
be, however his son 'Charlie' seeing a man in distress and wounded
reverses the lock-down to allow the stranger refuge.
Trouble is, the group wanting to finish the job they had started want
the family to give up the man they believe the family inside has
given refuge too.
'James Sandin' needing to protect his family initially seems willing
to give the man up to the group outside, however he's not been able
to find the man, when he does the stranger has a gun and has no
intention of being sent outside to face the mob.
Those outside will not wait all night.
A frequently tense affair with several sequences of graphic violence.
A Truly Evil concept indeed,
(good picture and sound quality on this format)
For those that enjoy the extra features.....there is 'Surviving the
Night' and 'The making of the Purge' on board..
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars The vicious world outside,
Darren (England) - See all my reviews
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If one night every year, you could commit any crime without facing, consequences what would you do?
What sounds like a silly idea for a film, is really quite stylish. The likeable Mr Sandin (Ethan Hawke) is the father of a family tested by this lawless night...
My opinion: I think the near-future idea really works. The Purge does entertain very well for the most part. There's a decent amount of suspense, and some well-crafted violent scenes. I really enjoyed it, especially for what Ethan's solid acting brings to the film. Rhys Wakefield is superbly menacing as "The Polite Stranger" too.
4.5 stars.
There are no Extras/Special Features.
Certificate 15.
82 minutes.
47 of 55 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars A wasted premise,
J. Morris "Josh" (London) - See all my reviews
The Purge is set in the near-future (2022) in the U.S. - all crime is legal for one night a year in a release deemed necessary by the New Founding Fathers to vent all the pent-up rage and anger that we as humans amass. The Purge is working, unemployment is at 1% and there is barely a crime recorded outside of the Purge night. The Sandins are a successful family in plush suburbia, although it is clear they are the envy of the neighbourhood - head-of-household James (Ethan Hawke - Training Day) makes his money selling the high-end security systems to rich folk looking to protect their homes on the night of the Purge. However, this Purge, his security will be tested to the absolute...
Spoilers probably follow; so stop reading here if you don't want to know. Firstly, this is such a great concept, they could have gone for a much larger macro-picture of the society that the Purge creates; the rich having humility for fear of invoking their neighbour's envy, bosses being nicer to employees and people being all-around fairer to each other for fear of the great karmic correction that can come about from one night without laws. This was what got me to see this film, this premise in itself is fascinating. I would love to see a film about the larger and longer-term consequences of the basis of the Purge. Alas - such cerebral societal exploration was not to be in this production.
Instead, we have a poorly-explained narrative involving a homeless man getting into the Sandin's house and the kids actively undermining the Father and Mother to further the plot. Then some mask-clad homicidal prep-school kids headed by the creepy Rhys Wakefield (Sanctum) show up and declare they want the man hiding in the house - for no other reason than to exercise their right to purge - fair enough - but they then proceed to waste the next few hours storming the bastion that is the Sandin residence to kill one homeless man - despite there probably being a myriad of other options to do in these precious few hours. At first I was certain there must be a reason why they hungered after this one specific homeless guy (espionage or some other such motive) but no, they just REALLY wanted to kill THAT one guy. There is an inordinate amount of character development spent on the kids remote controlled toy that goes literally nowhere, despite the alluring possibility of a Home Alone-style trap set-up etc.
When it all plays out, it's somewhere between a [bad] home invasion movie like Trespass which also had some inclusion of inter-class friction - the haves and the have-nots - and a jumpy slasher movie. The cohorts of the excellent Rhys Wakefield (star of the show here) all wear the creepy smiling mask and sharpened machetes for the duration - but during their assault they prefer jumping out at people and at one point even saying "Boo" rather than actually getting on with finding the reason they are even at the house in the first place. The Purge also has more moments where A is pointing a gun at B and then is shot by an off-screen/unseen C just in the nick of time than any other film in history. This set-up must happen literally 10 times in the film, so much so it actually seems to be an instant death sentence for any character pointing a gun at another...
Whilst it's not the worst film out there by a long shot - and even out-performing some other big name films at the box office at the time of writing - the Purge will hold a spot in my memory not for what it was but for what it could have been.
11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars HAVE A SAFE NIGHT,
The Movie Guy "Movies from A to Z" (United States) - See all my reviews
The Purge is an evening where there are no laws and people run amok killing each other, sort of like Detroit on Halloween on steroids. The theme is stated in the beginning during a radio call in program, "The poor can't protect themselves, they are the victims." Indeed that was part of the theme. The film concentrates on one family of some wealth. They lock themselves in their home with steel windows and doors. Unfortunately the outside world has a way of making its way indoors as the film becomes a home break-in movie with a theme, and study in individual character mirroring us as a society. Lena Headey plays "the mom." She represents compassion, the "It is not about who they are, it is about who we are." The film has some dark comedic moments, sudden plot twists, and things that go bump in the night.
Worth a view for those who like a film with tense scenes.
Parental Guide: F-bomb, no sex or nudity.
3.0 out of 5 stars Knock, knock...........,
LINGO (Conwy, U.K.) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Purge (DVD)
While this film didn't go down the path I thought it would, what we have is a dark tale of a future that couldn't possibly happen. Human nature would dictate against the abstination of crime except for one night a year, so the premise of the story is brilliant in that respect. But then for the most part this film then skips off down the thriller route with just hints of psychological unease, captivated for the most part by Rhys Wakefield as the leader of the posh gang outside. What is frightening about the story is that even though the purge is a night where all crime is legal, people commit crimes not only because they have some dispute to settle or they feel they've been aggrieved by somebody, but just because they can and get away with it. I felt too that there was a slight nod to a Clockwork Orange particularly the "Ulta Violence" that smashes its way across the screen and I felt that the Dad played by Ethan Hawke found himself in familiar role of protecting his family at all costs. However a disturbing film that is a definite watch.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly disturbing!,
patrick (Herefordshire) - See all my reviews
I though the premise of 'The Purge' sounded very interesting, and just the kind of movie I would enjoy. After reading several average to poor reviews on various websites, I almost discounted it, and I must say . . . I'm very pleased I didn't.
Firstly, I must mention my surprise at the presence of Ethan Hawke! I had no idea at all that he was in it, and as soon as I saw his narrow, bird-like face enter the frame, I knew I made the right decision purchasing this movie.
Ethan's performance was (as expected) very good. Not outstanding or Oscar-worthy, but thorough and engaging non the less. Hawke is far from my favorite actor, probably not even in my top 10. . . however, I have never seen a film with him in it that I haven't enjoyed. From 'Alive' to 'Training Day' to last year's 'Sinister', there is always something likable of his characters and comforting about his presence.
As stated earlier, the premise is what drew me to this film. The idea was unique and very well executed. All of the actors did a great job at helping to convey a sense of chaos and despair. Lena Heady was great as the mother of the family who's home is invaded by sinister mask wearing murderers. Rhys Wakefield also deserves a special mention as the menacing psychopath who leads the assault on the innocent suburban family.
I can't be arsed to describe the plot in too much detail, that's what wikipedia is for. What I will say is that this film deserves to be seen by those who can appreciate it for what it is; a short, sharp burst of disturbing entertainment.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Quickly purged from your memory,
Jules (England) - See all my reviews
In the not too distant future, the American government allow a sanctioned edict, where once a year for 12 hours, crime is legalized so people can vent their built up emotions & urges. Which over the years has resulted in an all time low on crime. Now, on the eve of The Purge in the year 2022, the Sandin family are unknowingly going to come face to face with The Purge as it lands on their doorstep.
The Purge is a very low budget movie ($3 million) , and they are obviously restricted in terms of resources. They managed to achieve a very sinister feeling around the build up of meeting the characters, as given the premise, you can read dark thoughts into innocent remarks. The Sandin family living in a secure home with steel shutters over the doors/windows when the purge klaxon sounds, sadly means they have to come up with a massively contrived way to create the meat & veg of the film. Where the naive youngest of the family allows a desperate homeless man into the home, with little concern for his own family. Who just so happens to be being chased by some Harvard toff's out for a purging. Still, they manage to achieve quite an exciting home invasion thriller when it comes to the siege tension, mixed moral dilemma & the inevitable claustrophobic cat & mouse hunt around the home, with some gun shoot outs & axe/machete wielding mayhem.
The acting is pretty decent with a mixture of experience. Ethan Hawke (Training Day) & Lena Headey (Game of Thrones) lead the way with strong performances as the concerned parents protecting their children. Adelaide Kane (Teen Wolf) as the eldest daughter & Max Burkholder (Parenthood) as the young naieve son, are convincing. Rhys Wakefield (The Black Balloon) gives a creepy performance as the visually menacing, yet oddly polite leader of the invading gang. And Edwin Hodge (Red Dawn) is credible as the distraught homeless war veteran. Also co-stars Chris Mulkey (First Blood) & Arija Bareikis (Southland).
In conclusion, despite it's contrived plot catalyst & insufficient depth of horror, it produces quite a decent one off viewing home invasion thriller around it's bizarre premise. Contains strong language & violence. Worth a watch.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Reasonable...,
PF Cope "Pamandlawrence" (Staffordshire, uk) - See all my reviews
I have to agree with other reviewers that The Purge could have been so much better. As it stands it is a reasonable film that walks between a survivalist and a hacker type genre. The main concept of the film seems almost glossed over which is a shame as it is quite novel and a little expansion would have made the film much more interesting. This and some plot holes affects the rating, dropping down to a three instead of a solid four stars. One final comment is that the film is extremely violent, more so than would be normally expected for a 15.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Let The Purge Commence,
This review is from: The Purge [Blu-ray] [2013] [Region Free] (Blu-ray)
The Purge is a great film about a near future america where for one night a year all emergency services are shutdown and all crime is legal, the story is actually quite good and it's has its moments to make you jump.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars could be so much better,
Kat "Kat" (England) - See all my reviews
I was fascinated with the concept on this film, so I was really looking forward to it...but it just misses the mark. The concept is that in America crime and unemployment has been virtually illuminated because one night a year any crime is legal. which is a really interesting idea...but the film just doesn't...make enough of it. so it ends up as a third rate horror film. I quite like bad horror movies, but this doesn't really even end up being enjoyable on that level. it needed to focus on the social dark distopia aspect, or turn it into a proper horror film that's actually scary, not try to do both. such a pity
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