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Man Mountain Marko
|Man Mountain Marko
Man Mountain Marko makes his first appearance battling Spider-Man. From The Amazing Spider-Man #73. Art by John Romita, Sr.
|Publication information
|Marvel Comics
|First appearance
|The Amazing Spider-Man #73 (June 1969)
|Created by
|Stan Lee
John Romita, Sr.
|In-story information
|Alter ego
|Michael Marko
|Team affiliations
|The Maggia
Sinister Sixteen
|Superhuman strength, stamina and sturdiness
Man Mountain Marko (Michael Marko) is a Marvel Comics supervillain. Marko was and remains an affiliate of numerous organized-crime entities in the Marvel universe, including the Maggia. He was originally introduced as the right-hand man of Silvermane in The Amazing Spider-Man #73 and created by Stan Lee and John Romita, Sr..
He was allied with Silvermane, Caesar Cicero, Eel I, and Nightshade. His most frequent enemies are Spider-Man, Power Man, Iron Fist, Thunderbolt, and Boomerang.
Fictional character biography[edit]
Marko is first seen as Silvermane's loyal lieutenant in an incident dealing with an ancient tablet which he steals. He attacks Conner when he thinks the formula he created has killed Silvermane. Marko is quickly defeated by Spider-Man.[1][2]
Marko, along with the villains Eel, Discus and Stiletto rob the Debutante Ball of Millie Hogarth. Unfortunately, for them, Millie's father is the agent for Power Man and Iron Fist, who were called in to defeat the villains.[3]
During a trip to gather protection money, Marko has some sort of breakdown and trashes an entire bar, with Spider-Man inside of it. Investigative reporter Ben Urich tells Spider-Man that Marko has apparently also kidnapped a child. Ben knows of a facility where Marko is known to work out. Spider-Man finds steroids in Marko's locker. The owner of the gym tells him that the Maggia genetically altered Marko in order to make him stronger. Spider-Man steals information from the Maggia and confronts Marko at his home. Eventually Marko is subdued and it turns out the kid he 'kidnapped' simply had a twisted sense of hero worship, admiring Marko's size and strength.[4]
Man Mountain Marko is later seen as a sexually threatening hitman sent after private investigator Jessica Jones.[5][6] This was part of a conspiracy by a powerful business magnate who wished to use Jones and Captain America as a way to humiliate the current President of the United States. Jones severely beats Marko, then literally throws him at the feet of the businessman, who was in the middle of a golf game. Marko and his bosses are soon arrested by Clay Quartermain and the forces of S.H.I.E.L.D.[7]
During the Civil War storyline, Man Mountain Marko was visible among an army of super-villains organized by Hammerhead that was captured by Iron Man and S.H.I.E.L.D. agents.[8]
During the Manifest Destiny storyline, Marko develops a singing career focusing on the concept of violence against female super-heroes. While on a plane with the super-hero Dazzler he becomes enraged over the perceived lack of alcohol. He injures passengers and takes a hostage, he breaks the hostage's wrist to prove he is serious. Dazzler, at low power, manages to subdue him.[9]
During the Dark Reign storyline, Marko is later sent by Norman Osborn as part of a fact finding mission to an 'Atlas' facility run by a younger Jimmy Woo. Atlas is an international crime organization that is working against the government's interests. Marko is working as the head of a squad of B.A.T.F.E. government agents. Marko's forces including a seeming snitch that had been advising the government on the activities of Atlas. Marko, against the recommendation Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosivess of his guides, rushes off the recommended path to follow the snitch. The man is really Jimmy Woo. Before Marko can do anything about the situation, he is eaten by a sentient dragon named Lao. This was against Woo's wishes.[10] Marko is replaced by another super-powered strongman, the Grizzly.[11]
During the Fear Itself storyline, it is revealed that Man Mountain Marko had a cousin named Man Mountain Mario who was an inmate at the Raft. After the destruction of the Raft prison by Juggernaut, Man Mountain Mario helps defend Crossbones from the thugs. While the two of them were trying to escape, Mario told Crossbones about his grandma who helps criminals leave the border. Crossbones manages to escape from the Raft and returned the favor for Mario helping him by killing him to help with his escape.[12]
Marko is shown to have survived when he appears as a member of Boomerang and Owl's Sinister Sixteen, assembled to distract the Chameleon's forces while Boomerang steals from him.[13]
Powers and abilities[edit]
Man Mountain Marko has been shown to have superhuman strength, stamina and sturdiness roughly comparable, if not slightly exceeding, to that of Spider-Man. It has been said that this is a result of steroids and genetic manipulation.
Other versions[edit]
The Marvel Comics 2 universe shows that Marko is still active in the MC2 universe, and is in charge of the Maggia of New York.[14] He later appears in the new Spectacular Spider-Girl series as the underling for the new Maggia Crime boss of New York.[15]
In other media[edit]
- Man Mountain Marko appeared in the Spider-Man 1981 episode "Wrath of the Sub-Mariner" voiced by Jack Angel. He is shown to be Silvermane's henchman and was with him when Spider-Man stopped Silvermane's limo resulting in a brief fight between Spider-Man and Man Mountain Marko. He was the first to notice Spider-Man at Kingpin's meeting with Silvermane, Hammerhead, and Caesar Cicero on a yacht. He was easily defeated by Namor and later webbed by Spider-Man.
- ^ Manning, Matthew K.; Gilbert, Laura, ed. (2012). "1960s". Spider-Man Chronicle Celebrating 50 Years of Web-Slinging. Dorling Kindersley. p. 48. ISBN 978-0756692360.
Spider-Man called the Shocker's ex-girlfriend, only to find her home under siege by a giant thug named Man Mountain Marko.
- ^ The Amazing Spider-Man #73-75 (June-August 1969)
- ^ Power Man and Iron Fist #61-62, 92, 110 (February 1980, April 1980, April 1983, October 1983)
- ^ Web of Spider-Man #82 (October 1984)
- ^ Alias #4
- ^ Alias #5
- ^ Alias #5 (March 2002)
- ^ Civil War: War Crimes #1 (February 2007)
- ^ X-Men: Manifest Destiny #5 (Jun 2009)
- ^ Agents of Atlas Vol. 2 #1 (April 2009)
- ^ Agents of Atlas Vol. 2 #3 (June 2009)
- ^ Thunderbolts #159 (June 2011)
- ^ Nick Spencer (w), Steve Lieber (p), Rachelle Rosenberg (i). "Department of Revenge-Ucation" The Superior Foes of Spider-Man #12 (4 June 2014), United States: Marvel Comics
- ^ Amazing Spider-Girl #17
- ^ Spectacular Spider-Girl Vol. 1 #2
External links[edit]
- Man Mountain Marko at Marvelwikia.com
- Man Mountain Marko of Earth-982 at Marvelwikia.com
- Man Mountain Marko at Comic Vine

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- Killing Lincoln (2013) (TV) Played by Benjamin Perkinson (as Tad Lincoln)
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- Terror: Made in America - Assassination of Abraham Lincoln & Oklahoma City Bombing (2004) TV episode, Played by Lucas Varsano (as Tad Lincoln)
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- "Lincoln" (1988) TV series Played by Troy Sweeney (as Tad Lincoln)
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The impact of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) on the demand for nurses is not clear yet but should be positive ultimately. There was a surprising drop in overall healthcare spending in the first quarter of 2014 of almost 2% versus a predicted 10% increase.
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Winners for the 85th Oscars will be announced on Feb. 24 at a ceremony aired live on ABC from Hollywood's Dolby Theatre.
"Family Guy" creator and vocal star Seth MacFarlane—a versatile performer whose work includes directing and voicing for the title character of last summer's hit "Ted" and a Frank Sinatra-style album of standards—is the Oscar host.
Thursday's nominees will be announced at 8:40 a.m. EST by "The Amazing Spider-Man" star Emma Stone and MacFarlane, the first time that an Oscar show host has joined in the preliminary announcement since 1972, when Charlton Heston participated on nominations day. AP
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Maria + Rick's wedding was so beautiful; but it paled in comparison to the beauty of the love they share. Seriously. I don't think I've ever seen a couple so happy and excited to be married to one another. It was pretty special. Here are many of my favorites.
Their wedding took place at Hotel Maya
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With India's Red Rooster Racing finishing a creditable fourth in the recent Petronas Asian Road Championship, there is something to look forward to this year.NAVROZE CONTRACTOR
The first time an Indian motorcycle racing team ever entered an international event was in 2009.Team Red Rooster Racing of Bangalore, India, (sponsored by Bitubo Race Suspensions, Motul Lubricants and Project Mezzo of Singapore) finished the FIM ASIA round of the Petronas Asian Road Championship with a bang.
The team consisted of three riders: Chennai's K. Rajini , Bangalore's Rohit Giri and Gino Rea from the U.K.. Team director, Amit Sandill, Bangalore, technical director, Andrew Morrice from Singapore and mechanics from Singapore and Bangalore were also part of the team, which collected for the last round of the Petronas Asia Pacific Super 600 Series held in Zhuhai, China.
The venue
Zhuhai is a small coastal town with an international class racing circuit. It combines a scenic location with all the amenities needed for world-class motor-sports. At the circuit, all major motorcycle manufacturers, accessories, clothing companies had stalls apart from those that served excellent Chinese cuisine round the clock.
RRR has raced in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Chennai so far. Except for Sepang in Malaysia, the China round had the best amenities.
This last round saw Gino Rea, a 20-year-old rider from England and the current Super 600 Champion, come in as a test and prospective rider for the Rooster team with his manager and mentor Andrew Stone, one of the biggest names in racing in Great Britain. Gino's bike was new to him, not completely set up for his riding style and about 5bhp less in power than the Petronas bikes that had dominated the series. Gino, who had never raced on this circuit before, was competing with riders who had done hundreds of laps on it and also had a newly rebuilt engine.
The first practice session saw Gino learn the track. Today, a good rider memorises every inch of the track within four laps! So did Gino. In his third practice lap, Rajini high-slided and crashed badly. He was rushed to the hospital with suspected concussion. Fortunately he was able to take the start for Race One. Every race weekend is hectic for the technical team and becomes a nightmare when a rider crashes. Getting the bike back on the track takes hours. Day and night mean nothing. Work goes on non-stop.
Race One was dramatic. Gino had clocked the fastest lap time: 1:42:757 minutes, and had pole position. On the first lap a massive pile up saw four top riders go down in a heap, Gino included. The race restarted without Gino. Rajini finished seventh. Rohit Giri had a (Did Not Finish) DNF due to technical reasons.
Gino's suit was torn to pieces in the crash and he had to get a new one before Race Two. It was as exciting as a MotoGP 250cc event. With over 20,000 spectators, the atmosphere was electrifying to say the least. The first three riders - Hamaguchi, Kamaruzaman and Gino - set a blistering pace and traded places regularly.
Great finish
On the last lap Gino took the champion Hamaguchi from the inside, sliding his rear wheel all the way through the corner, to the absolute delight of the crowds and won. Gino also clocked the fastest lap of the race at 1:40:567 minutes.
Red Rooster Racing Team came fourth in a field of 20 teams, just behind the three Petronas teams who took the first three places as overall winners of 2009. It was truly a heroic racing weekend for the RRR team and a first for India. "We were elated to finish fourth overall in our first year, but totally exhausted," said Amit Sandill, team director. Added technical head, Andrew Morrice, "Every possible problem you can think of cropped up and we had to work round the clock to get the bikes ready."
RRR Managing Director Dinesh Reddy congratulated the team saying: "We have done the unexpected. We will surely be there in 2010 to do even better". Gino Rea commented: "It was a surprise and a great pleasure to ride for such a professional team as the RRR. Beating Hamaguchi is no joke. I am eagerly looking forward to riding for the team in the 2010 series."
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At least once every year, I'm reminded of an article that I penned over a decade ago. That's because it's the anniversary of the senseless and tragic murder of a beautiful young woman at the hands of an in-home service worker, or in this case, a so-called "carpet cleaner." I think that article is worth revisiting, so read on…
The service industry is made up of many trustworthy, hard working individuals who are dedicated to protecting the health and safety, as well as valuable furnishings of many people. As such, service workers develop very special relationships with our customers. We have access to the personal areas of their homes and offices. They trust us so much that they literally open their homes or offices to us so that we may perform services for them with little or no supervision. And many times, we employers must depend on sub-contractors to help us provide those services.
Occasionally, you see headlines or hear radio or TV news reports: "Carpet Cleaners Rob Homeowner." Unfortunately, sometimes, it's worse. For instance, a few years back, two armed robbers were caught ransacking a residence by homeowners and wound up shooting the husband. This pair of thieves had previously spent hours in the home, just as most of us do in our profession as cleaners or restorers. In this case, they worked for a service that catered to wealthy homeowners. The carpet cleaner-robbers had a clever scheme. One guy actually "cleaned," while the other cased the contents, alarm systems, doors and windows. So by the time they finished cleaning, they both knew a lot about that house and its security.
These clever thieves returned several months after the "cleaning" job to rob the home; but this time, they were surprised by the unsuspecting homeowner. When it was finally determined who employed the robbers, the homeowner sued the service employer. It turned out that both men had criminal records and felony convictions before they were hired. The company was found guilty of "negligent hiring" and the owners had to pay $11 million in damages.
"Carpet Cleaner Murders Woman" was the headline that described the tragic, totally unnecessary loss of Kerry Spooner-Dean, a lovely young pediatrician from California. Kerry was newly married and a highly productive member of her community with a bright future ahead of her. In May of 1998, she innocently responded to a "$5.99-per-room" carpet-cleaning ad. The verdict was $11.22 million. The jury assessed 72% responsibility for this murder to the company that subcontracted the murderer, a parolee with eight convictions for violent felonies.
Needless to say, this bait-and-switch company is gone forever. Unfortunately, so is Kerry Spooner-Dean.
The 9/11 tragedy has reinforced the need for employee screening in large companies, such as janitorial businesses, that have regular access to buildings. In contrast, smaller "Mom-and-Pop" firms still are reluctant to spend resources on background checks. However, it may be even more important for smaller businesses to do the checks, since employees often have multiple responsibilities in these companies. Even a minor employee infraction can hurt a firm's reputation and bank account. And risking an unsuspecting customer's welfare or life is just plain gross negligence. When you tally up the expense and time it takes to recruit, interview, hire and train an employee, it doesn't make sense to "cut corners" when verifying background details.
Most franchise operations have taken a pro-active lead in background checks before hiring. If you have a small business and are hiring someone you know, such as a close relative or your neighbor's son, whom you've known intimately all his life, it may be tempting to skip the background check. Similarly, in a small community where everyone knows everybody else and employment turnover is low, it may not seem quite as crucial. But to be legal, employers must be consistent.
Having served as an expert witness in the Kerry Spooner-Dean trial, I strongly recommend mandatory background checks for all potential service employees.
It's been said that, "The closest a person comes to perfection is when filling out an employment application form." How true. But the only way to verify the truth is to do the checks. At a minimum, employers should check out information on an application form and verify basic information on a resume. To check references effectively, employers have to do much more than casually call the people on a list that the candidate supplies. Believe me, the extra effort is worth it.
To improve your reference verification results, employers must first decide who to contact. Remember, you're not limited to the names a candidate gives you. You often can find excellent reference sources through industry contacts or certification organizations, through professional associations and through any other network that applies (civic clubs, Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau). By doing research, you may reach sources that are more accurate and objective. People with no vested interest in your prospect's future tend to be more open.
The key to protecting your company is doing your best to verify information provided by candidates. Be sure to keep written documentation of your efforts, including whoever you talk to, the dates and the questions you ask, while making every reasonable effort to check out employee statements.
Employers are many times "caught between a rock and a hard place" when it comes to investigating a potential employee. If they do too little, they can be sued when criminal acts occur. If they do too much, they may be violating federal and state laws by making prohibited inquiries. To avoid appearing discriminatory, treat every candidate equally. Don't, for example, investigate random candidates or applicants who make you suspicious. Investigate them all in the same manner.
Keep in mind, too, that state and federal laws regulate the kinds of information employers can use when making employment decisions. Most states follow federal guidelines, but there are variations, with California being the most complicated and New York a close second. Check state requirements before proceeding.
The Fair Credit Reporting Act of 1971 (plus significant amendments in the late 1990s), the Privacy Act of 1974 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 oversee the majority of federal protections for worker privacy and rights. Research the issues or talk to an employment lawyer or a veteran human resources consultant before beginning.
If you do decide to hire an outside firm, most third-party background checks now are completed within a few minutes through searches of computerized public databases. When questionable findings are discovered, the investigating company may need to follow up just as you would, with further information gathering at slight additional cost.
Several years ago, third party background checks cost a company as much as $100. However, as technology has improved, prices have become very affordable. Today, it costs roughly $6-10 for a professional pre-employment screening. Reports may range from simply verifying social security numbers to full investigations, much of which is obtained from public records, including:
- Court records of criminal convictions
- Driving records and vehicle registrations (if driving company vehicles is required)
Some companies perform background checks on their potential employees going back as far as 10 years. Before hiring a new bookkeeper several years ago, the former Bishop Clean Care owner discovered that an applicant had 17 convictions for forgery. In another case, she interviewed a young man whose criminal record check revealed an eight-page rap sheet. This hiring procedure kept her from making some very costly "hires."
The task of finding, hiring and retaining good, honest employees is very important for a business, as is the well-being and safety of customers. Employing the wrong people can, and will take a toll on the company's reputation and its ability to generate income. If you don't check references well, you will inevitably hire the wrong candidate or possibly let some of your best candidates slip by. Both mistakes can be very costly. Invest the time and the money to perform background checks on prospective employees. It may save your reputation or even your business in the end.
Moreover, the tragic death of Kerry Spooner-Dean should remind us all of our responsibilities as employers, not just to our companies, but to all consumers as well. She, and other victims of service workers, never should be forgotten.


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Description: The authors continue their quest to understand the deeper human meaning of medical practice begun in their two previous books, A Philosophical Basis of Medical Practice (1981) and For the Patient's Good (1988). In the latter book, they challenged the excessive dominance of patient autonomy in recent bioethics.
Purpose: In this book, they explore the virtue approach to ethical reflection on actual medical practice as both a complement and corrective to the principles approach, dominant in contemporary bioethics.
Audience: This should be important to all medical students and physicians who want to grasp the deeper dimensions of their life's work.
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Villa Portugal Algarve
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3/4 bedroom countryside villa with private pool that can sleep up to 8 people. In a quiet location with beautiful views- great for walkers and bird watchers. Tavira and its charms are a short 10 minute drive away, as are the beaches and golf courses. Ideal for young families as the house is off the beaten track, so children can roam free safely, with lots to explore!
There is wild life in abundance, and a little different from the UK, so look out for the wild boar, they are there - although we have never seen one. You might be the first guest to do so.
In summer, in the late afternoon, you will be visited by the house martins coming for their evening drink from the swimming pool, yes even they seem to like a "Sun Downer"!
This is a self catering holiday and because of the rural location a car is essential, however there are lots of car rental firms at the airport in Faro, they all have web links from all the airline web sites. Don't be afraid of the local car hire companies as they are all good and cheaper than the majors, we use them regularly.
Across from the villa is a small country hotel, which has changed hands recently, so I'm not sure what they are offering at the moment, I will update this later, but it does have a bar, so a stroll over early evening to find out whats on offer could be worth while, at least a G & T or beer will be available.
The house has 2/3 bedrooms downstairs (two twin rooms and one sofa bed) and a family bathroom(both bath and shower). Upstairs is the master bedroom with an en suite shower room, the bacony/terrace leads off this room. Outside we have large poolside terrace with sunlougers, umbrellas and a table and chairs under a shady pergola. Once you arrive at the house the access in and out of the house is wheelchair friendly as everything is on the flat- no steps. We have tried to make the house a comfortable as possible and it is very well equipped, we regard it as a home from home so we have tried to think of everything.
We look forward to welcoming you to our little piece of heaven!
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|Nearest airport: Faro 40 km
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|Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
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The Algarve region
What makes the Algarve such a great place? For the holidaymakers from around the world that fly into Faro Airport or drive from other parts of Europe each year, it's the promise of sun-drenched days at the beach, sharing in a lovely relaxed and welcoming family-orientated culture and endless options for dining out and things to do, for all ages. The area has long been thought of as great family holidays and beach holidays and the region has deservedly earned a reputation for golf holidays too. However the Algarve should also be known for its truly unique contrast between the golden coastline and the beautiful rural countryside, its many historic attractions and thousands of species of flora and fauna, making it the perfect holiday destination for interests such as photography, painting, nature watching, walking and other outdoor pursuits.
The Algarve, Portugal, is only a 3 hour flight (or less) from the United Kingdom, Ireland and many other parts of Europe and flights arrive to the region's sole international airport, Faro Airport (in central Algarve). Faro flights arrive daily throughout the year, with several arrivals and departures each day from airlines during the busiest summer months of July to September.
The beautiful sandy beaches are, of course, one of the major attractions for the Algarve (and understandably too, because they are some of the best in the world, with Blue Flag awards to prove it!) but this sunny southern region of Portugal offers so much more as well! The fantastic weather that delivers dry sunny days for most of the year, makes enjoying outdoor life a way of life. The Algarve is perfect for walking, sightseeing and cycling and for all the sports you can imagine – surfing, golf, tennis, horse riding, kayaking and even extreme sports such as kite surfing, rock climbing and wake boarding. Families can enjoy water parks, theme parks and zoos, boat trips along the breath-taking coastline (with dinghy rides into the caves and 'grottos' and the opportunity to see dolphins too), crazy golf, karting and many other things to do in the Algarve!
Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo
Tavira is a living working town, it doesn't shut down in winter, and it has been sympathetically restored and retains its Algarvian charm and beauty. There are plenty of excellent restaurants, cafes and a fantastic summer programme with free open air concerts in the town square. The local council is providing something unique - culture and promotion of local skills and talent. There is only one night club and its set on the outskirts of town if that's your scene! Plenty of shops, a new shopping centre and cinemas showing English speaking films for the rare rainy day. The surrounding marshes of the Ria Formosa national park are a bird lovers delight, as well as offering walking, fishing and cycling opportunities.
GOLF: Several golf courses close by, Benamor, Monte Rei, Quinta da Ria etc. 8 half an hour or less to drive to if you head towards Spain, more if you cross the boarder. Head west and you have Villamoura about 40 minutes away. As a golfer I have played many of them, they are all very well kept and a joy to play. Some do require a handicap certificate. Clubs can be hired at most of the courses and there is now a hire shop at Faro airport offering a weeks hire for 35 euros (2010 price), good sets too.
Swimming & Beaches: The beaches and sea are clean, the Portuguese know what an asset they have and look after it, in summer the sea is warm, especially in our area where the beaches are wide. It all makes for a fantastic beach holiday for the whole family, if that's what you are after.
There are several beaches close by (10-15 minutes by car), Tavira beach is a short ferry ride away with lots of bars and restaurants. The beach at Santa Luzia is reached on foot or by a sweet little train ride. A little further afield is the beach at Manta Rota which is HUGE and stretches all the way to Spain with excellent car parking and facilities. Or my personal favourite- Fabrica, no facilities, a boat ride, pure clean sand and water, warm pools and clam picking.
Wild Life: You will see partridge from the bedroom window, there is wild boar roaming and house martins that visit in the evening, there must be much more but sadly its not an area I excel in, so when you've been please let me know so I can up date the site.
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Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender media advocacy group, GLAAD announced award recipients at its 1st GLAAD Media Awards in Advertising ceremony presented by Ogilvy and Southwest Airlines. Award recipients and nominees can be seen here.
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Whatever works best on the court wins out in the end...whether it's "logical" or not. You are probably hitting a heavier ball due to more racquet head speed...not the pattern. But patterns by themselves don't matter much...its all about the size of the squares in the middle. Some 16 x 19's have the same size squares as 18 x 20s due to the spacing on the crosses.
Yes I can handle the sw of the Extreme, but I don't know if I "prefer" it?. I tend to tire in later sets, especially in the summer and that's when the lower swingweight would help out. It seems like my magic # is 325.
I am currently in a quandary with my Extreme's because I have been losing matches horribly lately, even though I like the racquet, something about it is not translating to success on the court? The other night I lost 7-5, 0-6,0-6.
I can't remember the last time I got double bageled! I am going back to the Donnay F100 just to see if anything changes. I think the Donnay is more tweener like and user friendly for me.
I agree with Jack - my magic swing weight is mid-320s. I currently am down to 1 BLX Blade, and while I love the power and control, I played 3 times in 2 days and my arm/wrist was VERY sore. If the new 16x19 comes in around 11.3 or 11.4 oz strung, has low - medium power, and has a swing weight around 325, I may already have found a new racquet.
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The sun beat down on the back of Doctor Whitney Montgomery's neck, as a bead of sweat ran between the valley between her breasts. The humid August temperature had to be reaching near one hundred as the orange ball heated up the cloudless afternoon sky. She ran the back of her hand across her heated brow as a rumble up North Scott Street caught her attention. Looking over the shoulder of Detective LeAnne McVeigh, as the two stood chatting at the corner of the county's court house, Whitney noticed two large Harley Davidsons, sporting three riders, making their imposing way through the center of town.
Whitney's stomach clenched as they neared. Her eyes centered on the muscular, black-haired man. He hauled his shining, onyx-colored Harley to a stop as the light turned red. As if sensing her attention, he pulled his silver sunglasses low on his nose. Whit stared into a piercing pair of blue eyes. Almost evil in their nature.
A shiver ran down her spine and pooled in her gut. Had she not known better, she'd swear the feeling was darn near sexual. But men of his ilk did little for her. She couldn't be seen with the likes of him and his ill-gotten buddies. What would people think? It would likely ruin her standing and practice in the small town of Napoleon, Ohio. After all, she had a reputation to uphold.
The raven-haired one smirked, pushed his glasses up his nose, and revved the engine to his large bike. His leather-clad thighs hugged the heavy machinery. What she wouldn't do for a night with the likes of that one, Whit thought, as her knees weakened.
The light turned green and the two motorcycles sped off down the road, stopping about halfa block away at a bar called DC's Five Stars. The other biker, with lighter brown hair tied back with a black and white bandanna, held out a hand to help the beautiful woman behind him disembark, then stepped from the bike. He took his glasses from his face, stared at the two women on the corner, then nodded before heading into the cool and air-conditioned bar.
Confused by the man's familiar gesture, Whit turned to LeAnne, who seemed to have suddenly gone on alert. Something about the trio had set her on edge.
"What's up? You know them?" Whit asked. She could tell by LeAnne's posture that her answer would be affirmative. Although Whit had never seen the bikers in town the year and a half she had resided there, LeAnne obviously had. And by the looks of it, her dealings with them had not been good.
"Unfortunately," LeAnne clipped. Her lips became a taut line.
Whit could tell LeAnne didn't want to talk about it, but it never stopped her before. She forged ahead, never being shy about her thoughts when it came to LeAnne. They had been friends since she moved here. "Well, I must say, he certainly looks like he'd be well-worth a toss in the sheets."
LeAnne's gaze, which had drifted down the street, snapped back to Whit. "For crying out loud–the man had a woman with him."
At LeAnne's misunderstanding, a chuckle erupted from Whitney. "Not that one. The dark-haired one with the electric-blue eyes."
"Oh," LeAnne said, her cheeks coloring red.
"You know him?"
"The dark-haired one?"
Whit's smile grew. "Yes, the one wearing the leathers and not the cut-offs."
LeAnne shook her head. "Never saw him before."
"Okay. We can skirt the issue all afternoon, but I'm due back at the office before long and I know you have some case or other that needs your attention. Since you don't know the raven-haired biker, who's the one with the chick?"
"Snake…does he have a name other than that of a reptile?"
LeAnne smiled for the first time since the passing of the bikers. "I'm not being very forthcoming, am I?"
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He's back! Her heart stops as she sees him ride into town on the back of his Harley. But he isn't alone, and her heart sinks as she sees the beautiful woman sitting on the seat behind him. He left town two years ago, and she knows that her feelings for him have not changed. But it sure looks like he hasn't been thinking of her, at least not in the same way. It is then that LeAnne McVeigh notices that there is another biker with Snake, as does her friend, Dr. Whitney Montgomery. The other man is Egan Tate. He is a member of the Lords of Lucifer bike club. Or was, until he took off with Randy Craig's, the Chief and founder of the Lords, girlfriend, Virginia Summers. The three of them ride past LeAnne and Whit, as they stand on the corner, without so much as an acknowledgment, and stop at a nearby bar. As Leanne watches them go into the bar she wonders what would bring Marcus 'Snake' Gallego back to Napoleon, Ohio, and who is that woman he brought back with him. It won't be long before she finds out. Later, after leaving the bar, Snake, Tate, and Ginny go to Snakes house to rest up from the long ride from LA. After a short rest Snake and Tate decide to go out for some fun, but Ginny decides to stay home and get some sleep. When Snake and Tate return home later that night, it is deja vu all over again. Ginny is found in Snakes bed, tied up, beaten, raped and killed. Just like Snake's wife, Jillian, had been found two years earlier. LeAnne, being the homicide detective is called in to investigate, and with her comes Whit, as she is the Deputy Coroner. As they talk there seems to be an instant chemistry between Tate and Whit. However Whit knows it will never work. They come from completely different worlds. There are several suspects in the killing of Ginny, however one seems to stand out more than the others. Snake knows it isn't him, however he has to convince everyone else of that fact. In trying to do so he pulls others into a world that they never would have dreamed of being in. In the process getting the answers to a lot of questions that have remained unanswered for a very long time. Ms. Rasey has written a spellbinding sequel to her previous book KISS OF DECEIT. As with KISS OF DECEIT, EYES OF BETRAYAL has everything that a reader could want in a book. It has suspense, thrills, mystery, intrigue, murder, and sensual/sexual moments. Some of the characters are now old friends. They bring the same excitement, intrigue, and life to an already fascinating story. They feel real, full of passion and life. And there are some new ones, with just as much passion and life. Ms. Rasey has a special talent in making even the most hardened character very likable. She shows their vulnerability and you find yourself actually cheering them on towards their objective. EYES OF BETRAYAL starts off where KISS OF DECEIT left, answering many questions as to why certain people are the way that they are, and why things happened the way that they did. It also brings together the one couple you wished would get together, as well as opening a whole new romance for another. EYES OF BETRAYAL is a very fast paced story that reads so smoothly that you cannot put it down. You have to know what is going to happen on the next page. Before you know it you have reached that last page and are left breathless, wanting more. I highly recommend EYES OF BETRAYAL to everyone. Anyone who likes a fast paced mystery/thriller with a lot of intrigue is going to love this book. The only problem I had with Ms Rasey's EYES OF BETRAYAL, and that goes for all her books, is that she always leaves you wanting more. She just can't write them fast enough for me.Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.


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Confronting 'poverty porn'
Filipino filmmaker John Paul Su admits it's easy to fall into the "poverty porn" trap.
Su set "Pagpag," his prize-winning short film, in the slums of Baseco, beside a mountain of trash.
Clarissa de los Reyes, his director of photography, has admonished the budding filmmaker: "No matter how good your intentions are, if the film is not handled properly, it can easily turn into 'poverty porn.'"
It is a pejorative term attached to indie films that tackle stories of the downtrodden and marginalized.
Su, 35, explains that he made the short film as part of his course work for a masters degree at Tisch School for the Arts Asia/New York University in Singapore.
While surfing the Net, he stumbled upon the story of scavengers who wash and recook food found in the garbage.
"A blog article on garbage food or 'pagpag' intrigued and provoked me," he recounts. Around that time, he adds, the raging issue in Philippine media was about the alleged exploitation of a boy in a popular game show.
He adds: "Being the only Filipino in my masters' program, I felt compelled to tell a story that explores social realities in the Philippines without sensationalizing them. At the same time, at the core of the story are characters that judge and exploit each other to the extent that they forget how it affects and shapes the minds of innocent children."
He cast actress-scriptwriter Bibeth Orteza as a 75-year-old scavenger. Orteza is the wife of Su's teacher at Tisch, filmmaker Carlos Siguion-Reyna.
Filming was an ordeal, as they were under constant threat of a typhoon. "If I had a direct line to God, I would have asked for better weather. But since I didn't… I had to be resilient, nimble and creative. That's filmmaking, anyway."
Su continues: "There was a cacophony of sounds and emotions. However, the residents' laughing and videoke singing reminded me of inherent Filipino traits—optimism and daring and, again, resilience."
His hard work was rewarded when the Directors' Guild of America (DGA) declared him best Asian-American student filmmaker last November for "Pagpag."
He learned in the DGA awards rites, held in Manhattan, that he was also considered for a citation for his other short film, "The Caregiver."
More recently, in May, "Pagpag" was nominated for best short at the Milan International Film Festival.
"There are times when I still question my skills and talent," he admits. "I think every filmmaker goes through that. Winning was definitely an affirmation, a milestone."
For Su, who grew up in Binondo, filmmaking was a leap of faith. He was safely ensconced in the corporate world when the bug bit. "I was given the chance to make short docus to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity," he says.
The experience "precipitated an existential crisis" that pushed him to embark on this "adventure." He is currently working on his first feature, his thesis film, "Fanny and Raul." He describes it as a "hostage drama/dark comedy, set in the Philippines."
Still on his to-do list is to screen "Pagpag" more extensively in the Philippines. "Films have the power to influence people," he notes. "I don't expect the world to change overnight, but I hope my film will serve as a window to new perspectives and a catalyst for dialogue and reflection."
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I know this is old news but I just got time to put a trip report together. On opening day, I got to the park at 7:00 a.m. and finally got in around 8:40. At 9:25 a.m., the season pass holders were led to the new coaster, Diamondback. Overall the coaster is amazing and you should check it out if you can. Now I am going to let the photo speaks for themselves.
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The European Central Bank will revise up its growth and inflation forecasts next week and keep interest rates unchanged as confidence among entrepreneurs and investors improves, Commerzbank AG predicts.
Highlighting the global economic data calendar this week is the U.S. employment report, which is projected to show the world's largest economy gained more jobs in 2013 than at any time in eight years.
Jean-Claude Trichet had almost four years to settle into the role of European Central Bank president before being thrown into crisis-fighting mode. Mario Draghi goes to battle on day one.
The European Central Bank left interest rates on hold as policy makers weigh their options to increase stimulus.
The European Central Bank kept interest rates unchanged as stronger inflation and economic output reduced the need for officials to take action.
The European Central Bank is now the focus of investors urging the ECB to reclaim the lead in crisis- fighting after euro-area governments yesterday delivered relief to the bond markets of Spain and Italy.
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In addition to the ongoing theme of the magical Sedona landscape a special addition of figurative painting will be explored at this year's Sedona Plein Air Festival Oct 17–24, 2015. Experience a "Speakeasy Salon" with a complete stage/bar/jazz night club environment created in the historical "Theatre Studio" of the Art Barn at the Sedona Arts Center. While 15 of the nation's best plein air painters will be working in the landscape and exhibiting in the Special Exhibition Gallery all week long another group of nationally known figurative painters will be working during the day painting from models in the adjacent Speakeasy Salon.
The "Speakeasy Salon" will only be open at "Happy Hour" as figurative artists finish their works from the day and sit back with you for a well-deserve drink. Specialty cocktails will be served at the speakeasy bar that have been created just for this occasion. Models and artists will mingle with the guests each evening with music to create the jazzy environment of an underground party from the 1920s. Tickets for the "Speakeasy Salon" will grant guests entry for the duration of the week. Drinks are free.
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Art Institute of Pittsburgh fashion students play red carpet critic for Oscars
The Oscars can be a goldmine for "Oh!" and "Ugh!" fashion moments -- and a chance for asprining designers and buyers to put their knowledge of trends, construction and style to the test.
Artist and designer Casey Droege, who has taught at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh since 2010, tasked students with applying what they've learned in the classroom to the looks worn by stars as they sauntered down the red carpet at the 85th Academy Awards.
Here are their thoughts on some of the best and worst styles ...
Sleek, classic styles dominate at Oscars by fashion design major Erica Ersik, 35, of Hopewell
From sleek to classic silhouettes, the gowns were anything but uninteresting. It was impossible to choose a "best dressed" because there were so many captivating looks. The two most stunning were Jessica Chastain (right) in copper Armani Prive, reminiscent of old Hollywood, and Charlize Theron in a white, structured Dior Haute Couture. As a designer, I love garments that have architectural influence.
As for the less appealing, Jennifer Garner's Gucci with the cascading ruffles down the back was not a favorite. The award for risk taker goes to Halle Barry in Versace. The gown was graphic with an art deco vibe that was eye-catching. Renee Zellweger's metallic gold Carolina Herrera was striking because it gave the impression of hammered metal.
With prom and wedding season approaching, designs are sure to gain influence from these red carpet looks. The strapless, embossed Dior Haute Couture gown worn by Jennifer Lawrence is one to be replicated. The designs at the Oscars accomplished their sole purpose, which is to make an impression!
Stars sparkle in sequins, beaded embellishments by fashion retail management major Megan Rossi, 24, of Youngstown, Ohio
The big trends were sequins/beaded embellishments. Many dresses on the red carpet had some kind of embellishment work.
I absolutely loved Amy Adams (right) and Naomi Watts' gowns. Amy's pale blue Oscar de la Renta with fitted bodice and full bottom flattered her figure. Also, her makeup and hair just worked with this dress. A+ to Amy's stylist! Naomi Watts wore Armani Prive. Fun fact: she worked with the designer on the dress. It was sequins galore, on trend with the night's other styles, and everything hit the right spot -- don't think many people could pull this shape off!
Worst dressed: This award goes to Anne Hathaway's pale pink Prada, which showed side cleavage. The only thing Anne had going for her was the adorable haircut. I also wasn't a fan of Kerry Washington's coral Miu Miu.
I didn't feel like anyone was a risk taker this year, but it's worth mentioning that Helen Hunt wore a blue strapless dress from H&M. I think you will see looks like these in the store, minus the $700,000 worth of jewels!
Celebs bring 'A' game to Academy Awards by fashion design major Trevor O'Neale, 23, of Baltimore, Md.
Jessica Chastain looked absolutely entrancing, as she channeled something between old Hollywood glamour and the alluring radiance of Jessica Rabbit. And Olivia Munn (right) in Marchesa -- need I say more? The actress blew us away wearing a beautiful red-and-gold embellished bodice with scoop back gown by Marchesa. We can't forget about Catherine Zeta Jones, a gilded golden goddess in a metallic Zuhair Murad gown. Anne Hathaway also was beautifully chic in Prada, with crisscross straps across the back, back-tied sash and sultry slit.
Sally Field, Jane Fonda and Emmanuelle Riva must be mentioned for their spectacular portrayal of an almost matriarchal manifestation when they stepped onto the scene. The architectural and streamlined look of Jane Fonda's canary yellow Versace gown exuded pure majesty. Sally Field looked absolutely demure in a red pleated, sheer Valentino gown, and Emmanuelle Riva personified immaculate in a custom-made monochromatic Lavin gown with cape.
The Oscars brought to mind the regality of textiles of the Baroque Era, so I believe gowns for the upcoming prom and homecoming season will incoporate this trend of metallics and embellishments -- it's all about the details. I also see sneaking its way into mainstream fashion over the current uproar of jewel-toned colors is minimalism and the resurgence of neutral or maybe even earth tone colors.
Metallic, edgy looks leave their mark by fashion retail management major Bri Proctor, 21, of Pittsburgh
Metallic, edgy, ink-colored gowns definitely made their mark on the red carpet, and we can expect to start seeing some similar takes on the sparkly statement trickling down to the larger markets. Stars such as Naomi Watts (at right, in Armani Prive), Nicole Kidman (in L'Wren Scott) and Jennifer Hudson (in Roberto Cavalli) turned a lot of heads as their gowns glimmered down the carpet.
Also, an important beauty trend to note: the "wave." Old Hollywood is definitely coming back, as actresses Reese Witherspoon, Naomie Harris and Catherine Zeta Jones all opted for old-school, voluminous, smooth waves in their hair to simply, yet glamorously, accent their gowns.
Then there is always someone who puts in all the effort and seems to fall short of what was expected from them. Jennifer Aniston lacked her usual "wow" factor in her voluminous red Valentino dress. Though she could never look bad, Aniston just didn't have that glow that fans look forward to seeing. Some hot rollers, a slimmer cut gown and an edgy accessory would have spruced the look right up!
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Wild Experiments & Outdoor Adventures
Do It Now! Science
Wild Experiments & Outdoor Adventures
Hey, science can be cool—who doesn't want to grow their initials in crystal, or discover what carnivorous plants eat? The current DIY craze has created a generation of kids eager to make simple but rad machines and write in homemade invisible ink, while renewed environmental concern has kids building houses for bats and mixing up seed paper. This book features more than 70 activities that speak to both these trends, giving kids an amazing, science-tastic experience that's far from boring.
Explore Your World! is divided into two chapters: one of zany, quirky science projects and tech crafts, and another of eye-opening explorations that make every child's backyard seem like a haven for discovery. In the first chapter, kids experiment with electricity, magically squeeze an egg into a bottle, isolate their own DNA, make an eclipse-viewer, and have fun with optical illusions. In the second chapter, readers will learn how to collect water from a tree branch, recognize animal tracks, raise a butterfly, and make cool fossils.
This stealth-educational title gives kids the chance to learn and grow, without making them feel like they're stuck in class.
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- May 2012
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