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By NELDA STARKS
For the last three weeks, I have written about beef and its nutritive value and I have given you a variety of healthy beef recipes that I hope you have tried. Today, I want to switch gears to another ŌĆ£beefyŌĆØ topic ŌĆö the economic importance of beef.
Beef production represents the largest single segment of American agriculture. In fact, USDA says more farms are classified as beef cattle operations (35 percent) than any other type. Cattle are raised in every state with more than one million cattle operations in the United States. Although, we do export some beef to foreign markets, 90 percent of the beef produced in the U.S. is sold here.
Cattle are an important source of food, including beef, dairy products and milk. Surprisingly, cattle are also very important to sports, automobiles, medicine and art. One cannot drive a car without the by-products of cattle. Imagine, not having a Super Bowl or World Series. The footballs, baseballs, and catcherŌĆÖs mitts all come from the hide of cattle. Cattle are used for much more than food and they always have been. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 50 percent of the worldŌĆÖs people still count on cattle to plow their fields, move heavy objects, provide power to operate machinery, carry heavy burdens, and provide transportation to move goods to market.
As was stated earlier, we get more than meat from beef cattle. Because of beef by-products, we are able to use 99 percent of every steer (everything but the moo). From a 1,300 pound steer, we get 642 pounds of retail beef cuts; 30 pounds of variety meats; 462 pounds of hide, hair, bones, horns, hooves, inedible glands and organs; and 165 pounds of fat, bones and waste. Because of the monetary value of the by-products that come from cattle, the price of beef in the super market is less than it might otherwise be.
The importance of the tremendous quantity of zinc, iron, high quality protein and B vitamins that beef contributes to the American diet is well-known. Equally noteworthy and vital are the contributions that the beef industry makes to the quality of American life beyond the dinner table. Even if, you proclaim to be a vegetarian, I doubt you could live without using some of the by-products that cattle provide for our comfort, health and safety, convenience and entertainment.
It is amazing what comes from cattle beside beef. Look around your home and there may be a cow lurking in every corner. Some of these products that are made from fats or proteins include the following: ceramics, crayons, candles, creams and lotions, deodorants, detergents, pet food, gelatin, glue, insulation, linoleum, paper, shaving cream, soaps, textiles, wallpaper and cosmetics.
To help us get where we are going, whether by land, air or sea, products from cattle include: Antifreeze contains glycerol derived from fat; asphalt contains a binding agent from beef fat; auto and jet lubricants, outboard engine oil, high performance greases and brake fluid have their origin from beef fats and proteins; glue from beef protein is used in manufacturing automobile bodies; and tires hold their shape and stay on the road because of the stearic acid from beef fat.
Cattle make a vital contribution to the medical field that enhances the quality of life for humans. Some examples are listed below:
ŌĆö Blood factors (for treating hemophilia, killing viruses and making anti-rejection drugs)
ŌĆö Chymotrypsin (promotes healing of burns and wounds)
ŌĆö Collagen (used in plastic surgery and to make non-stick bandages)
ŌĆö Cortisol (anti-inflammatory)
ŌĆö Glucagon (treats hypoglycemia ŌĆö low blood sugar)
ŌĆö Heparin (anticoagulant used to treat blood clots)
ŌĆö Pancreatin (aids in digestion)
ŌĆö Thrombin (coagulant which helps clot blood)
ŌĆö Vitamin B12 (prevention of B-complex deficiencies)
Stop and think about how many sports rely on equipment made from leather that comes from cattle. The next time you get your wallet out, put on a pair of shoes, gloves or jacket or get into your vehicle with leather seats ŌĆö think beef. Besides, all these products, there are a few other products that are actually edible but are not meat ŌĆö marshmallows, jello, gummy bears and other foods that have a gelatin base.
For more information about the importance of beef go to http://www.explorebeef.org.
Because this is a food section, this article would not be complete without some recipes.
IŌĆÖd like to share some really quick and easy recipes that use convenience products found in your grocery storeŌĆÖs refrigerated meat section or in the freezer section. These fully cooked beef products like pot-roasts, meat loaves, meatballs, burgers, and even steaks can help you to prepare a meal in just minutes. When you see these products in your grocery store, you may think they are fairly expensive, stop and think they are practically ready to eat and you do not have to use any gas or electricity to cook it, not to mention your time and effort. For instance, a ready to eat pot roast and gravy may cost about six dollars. The cooked weight is approximately one pound and it serves four with 4 ounces servings (an adequate and healthy serving for $1.50 per serving). This roast is tender and flavorful with its own gravy. An uncooked pot roast is three to four dollars a pound, but still has to be cooked to yield a meal. A typical pot roast is from the chuck, a less tender cut of meat and must be cooked by a moist heat method of cooking for a long period of time to produce a tender product. Of course, these products are not for everyday use for most families, but they can be great for emergency meals when you get home from work late and everybody is asking ŌĆ£whenŌĆÖs dinner?ŌĆØ or for that person who lives alone or for a couple. Most of the fully cooked products can be used simply as is, or by adding a few other ingredients can make a great meal. Try some of these products using the recipes below:
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The hopes of 13 ASP World Qualifying surfers of making the cut for the elite 2009 ASP World Tour were dashed at Sunset Beach today as they were eliminated from the O'Neill World Cup of Surfing. As the final World Qualifying event on the 2008 ASP World Tour, this was their last hope of securing the ratings points required to make the leap up. Extremely difficult surf in the eight- to 12-foot range (wave face heights of up to 20 feet) made it particularly tough for those under pressure.
The surfers who failed to make the cut today were: Brett Simpson (USA), Jadson Andre (BRA), Wiggolly Dantas (BRA), Raoni Monteiro (BRA), Heitor Alves (BRA), Shaun Cansdell (AUS), Pablo Paulino (BRA), Nathan Yeomans (USA), Leonardo Neves (BRA), Leigh Sedley (AUS), Adam Meilling AUS), Adam Robertson (AUS) and Pedro Henrique (BRA).
Also eliminated today was last week's Reef Hawaiian Pro champion Michel Bourez (Tahiti) and runner-up Jihad Khodr (Brazil), thus, leaving the door open for Kekoa Bacalso (Hawaii) and Dusty Payne (Hawaii) to take the overall Vans Triple Crown of Surfing lead. Payne and Bacalso will be surfing in the round of 64 when competition resumes.
Still in contention for qualification are: Marlon Lipke (DEU), David Weare (ZAF), Patrick Gudauskas (USA), Phillip MacDonald (AUS), Hizunome Bettero (BRA), Simao Romao (BRA), Shaun Gossman (AUS), Yadin Nicol (AUS), Dion Atkinson (AUS), Rodrigo Dornellas (BRA) and Sunny Garcia (HAW).
Garcia, who was the 2000 ASP World Champ and a six-time Vans Triple Crown champion, needs to make the final and place highly to qualify. The 38-year-old Hawaiian has a great chance considering he has previously won this event twice and has tons of experience at Sunset Beach.
Experience helped Marcus Hickman, 29, gnab the highest heat total of the day, 16.50 out of 20. Hickman also posted the highest scoring wave of the day, an 8.33 out of 10.
Sunset Beach is Hickman's homebreak and the regular-foot loves the many faces of the tricky wave.
"This is my backyard. This is my favorite area to surf. I love the different looks [Sunset] gives you. It's like a skate park out there some days. Some days it's big barrels. Pipeline is one big perfect wave and this is a little bit different because it has so many different looks that's why I love it out here.
"I put in my time and I know what [Sunset] does when it's North and what it does when it's West so I guess that does help out a lot.
"The conditions just change so much. I mean, yesterday in the morning we had two swells. Yesterday, in the afternoon I had one really good West Bowl and today we got North. That's the beautiful thing about Sunset, it throws so many different things at you, you have to be prepared."
Like Hickman, South African Jordy Smith, 20, was well prepared for Sunset. The World Championship Tour surfer advanced out of his heat today behind Australian Jarrad Howse, 29. Historically, Smith has always done well at the O'Neill World Cup of Surfing, where he finished runner-up in 2006.
"It was one of my career highlights when I got second out here. [Sunset is] definitely one of my top ten 10 waves. It was the first place in Hawaii I got some real waves.
"I don't think I got anything less than a quarter [finals finish] out here before. I've been waiting for that bad one to come sometime, but hopefully not this event. I'm trying to pace myself, take it heat by heat and trying to make it to the final."
Smith will be surfing in Heat 9 of the Round of 64 when competition resumes.
Organizers anticipate picking up with the final day of the women's Roxy Pro tomorrow, if the forecast for 6-8 foot surf holds true. To examine surf updates for the coming days, visit official forecasters Wetsand.com .
For complete results, please visit: www.triplecrownofsurfing.com
The $815,000 Vans Triple Crown of Surfing consists of the
Reef Hawaiian Pro, Haleiwa, Nov. 12-23 (6* WQS, men and women), the O'Neill World Cup of Surfing, Sunset Beach, Nov.24-Dec.6 (6*WQS men), The Roxy Pro, Sunset Beach, Nov.24-Dec.6 (WCT women), the Billabong Pipeline Masters (men), Pipeline, Dec. 8-20 (WCT); and the Billabong Pro Maui (women), Honolua Bay, Maui, Dec. 8-20 (WCT).
In addition to $815,000 in prize money, which includes a $10,000 bonus for both the men's and women's Vans Triple Crown champions, the men's champion will also receive a custom, one-of-a-kind Nixon tide watch featuring over two-carats of diamonds and valued at over $10,000.
TAGS: ASP World Tour, North Shore, O'Neill World Cup Of Surfing, Sunset Beach, WQS

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Heart Problems: Living With a Pacemaker
A pacemaker keeps your heart from beating too slowly. It's important to know how this device works and how to keep it working right. Learning a few important facts about pacemakers can help you get the best results from your device.
You may have a device that combines a pacemaker and an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), which can shock your heart back to a normal rhythm. To learn more about ICDs, see Heart Problems: Living With an ICD.
- Avoid strong magnetic and electrical fields. These can keep your device from working right.
- Most office equipment and home appliances are safe to use. Learn which things you should use with caution and which you should stay away from.
- Be sure that any doctor, dentist, or other health professional you see knows that you have a pacemaker.
- Always carry a card in your wallet that tells what kind of device you have. Wear medical alert jewelry that says you have a pacemaker.
- Have your pacemaker checked regularly to make sure it is working right.
How do you get the best results from a pacemaker?
When you have a pacemaker, it's important to avoid strong magnetic and electrical fields. The lists below show some electrical and magnetic sources and how they may affect your pacemaker. For best results, follow these guidelines. These safety tips also apply to devices that combine an ICD and a pacemaker. If you have questions, check with your doctor.
Your doctor or the manufacturer of your pacemaker can give you a full list of things that you need to avoid and things that are safe to use.
Stay away from:
Use with caution:
Safe to use:
Having medical tests and procedures
Most medical tests and procedures won't affect your pacemaker, except for MRI, which uses strong magnets. To be safe:
- Let your doctors, dentists, and other health professionals know that you have a pacemaker before you have any test, procedure, or surgery.
- Have your dentist talk to your doctor before you have any dental work or surgery.
- If you need physical therapy, have the therapist contact your doctor before using ultrasound, heat therapy, or electrical stimulation.
You can travel safely with a cardiac device. But you'll want to be prepared before you go.
- Bring a list of the names and phone numbers of your doctors.
- Bring your cardiac device identification card with you.
- Know what to do when going through airport security.
You can drive if you have a pacemaker and you don't have any symptoms such as fainting. But right after you get a pacemaker, your doctor will likely ask you to not drive for at least a week after the device is implanted. This gives you time to heal.
Letting others know
- Carry a pacemaker identification card with you at all times. The card should include manufacturer information and the model number. Your doctor can give you an ID card.
- Wear medical alert jewelry stating that you have a pacemaker. You can buy this at most drugstores or online.
Having follow-up
- Go to all your appointments with your doctor to check your pacemaker. In between checkups, you will probably send information from your pacemaker to your doctor through a phone line or the Internet. You might do this manually or your device might do it automatically.
- If you take heart rhythm medicines, take them as prescribed. The medicines work with your pacemaker to help your heart keep a steady rhythm.
- Your doctor and/or the device maker will contact you about what to do if your device is recalled.
Exercising safely
Pacemakers often are used to improve your ability to exercise. Most people with pacemakers have active lives and can exercise. Talk to your doctor about the type and amount of exercise and other activity you can do.
In general:
- You may need to limit your activity if you have an irregular heart rate caused by heart failure or another heart problem.
- Don't play contact sports, such as soccer or basketball, because the device can be damaged. Sports such as swimming, running, walking, tennis, golf, and bicycling are safer.
- If you want to do strength-training exercises, ask your doctor or a fitness trainer to suggest ones that are safe for someone who has a pacemaker. Some exercises might put too much strain on your device.
Having sex
Most people who have a pacemaker can have an active sex life. After you get a pacemaker implanted, you'll let your chest heal for a short time. If your doctor says that you can exercise and be active, then it's probably safe for you to have sex.
Talk with your doctor if you have any concerns.
Planning for the future
As you plan for your future and your end of life, you can include plans for your pacemaker. You can make the decision to turn off your pacemaker as part of the medical treatment that you want at the end of life. You can put this information in your advance directive .
When to call a doctor
Call your doctor right away if you have symptoms that could mean your device isn't working properly, such as:
- Your heartbeat is very fast or slow, skipping, or fluttering.
- You feel dizzy, lightheaded, or faint.
- You have shortness of breath that is new or getting worse.
Call your doctor right away if you think you have an infection near your device. Signs of an infection include:
- Changes in the skin around your device, such as swelling, warmth, redness, and pain.
- An unexplained fever.
Other Works Consulted
- Akoum NW, et al. (2008). Pacemaker therapy. In EG Nabel, ed., ACP Medicine, section 1, chap. 7. Hamilton, ON: BC Decker.
- Baddour LM, et al. (2010). Update on cardiovascular implantable electronic device infections and their management. A scientific statement from the American Heart Association. Circulation, 121(3): 458-477.
- Lampert R, et al. (2010). HRS Expert Consensus Statement on the Management of Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices (CIEDs) in patients nearing end of life or requesting withdrawal of therapy. Heart Rhythm, 7(7): 1008-1026. Available online: http://www.hrsonline.org/Policy/ClinicalGuidelines/upload/ceids_mgmt_eol.pdf.
- Lee S, et al. (2009). Clinically significant magnetic interference of implanted cardiac devices by portable headphones. Heart Rhythm, 6(10): 1432-1436.
- Levine GN, et al. (2012). Sexual activity and cardiovascular disease: A scientific statement from the American Heart Association. Circulation, 125(8): 1058-1072.
- Sears SF, et al. (2005). How to respond to an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator shock. Circulation, 111(23): e380-e382.
- Swerdlow CD, et al. (2012). Pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators. In RO Bonow et al., eds., Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine, 9th ed., vol. 1, pp. 745-770. Philadelphia: Saunders.
- Wilkoff BL, et al. (2008). HRS/EHRA expert consensus on the monitoring of cardiovascular implantable electronic devices (CIEDS): Description of techniques, indications, personnel, frequency, and ethical considerations. Heart Rhythm, 5(6): 907-925. Available online: http://www.hrsonline.org/Practice-Guidance/Clinical-Guidelines-Documents/HRS-EHRA-Expert-Consensus-on-the-Monitoring-of-Cardiovascular-Implantable-Electronic-Devices/2008-Monitoring-of-CIEDs.
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I haven't had a chance to ask DHS chief Janet Napolitano but I'm pretty sure this is the kind of terrorist mushroom cloud the Obama Administration is trying to look out for...
To be honest I stayed away from this race and even until today didn't think a state like Massachusetts could turn away from the back-handed punishment of a nanny state only a liberal could love.
Unlike the importance of whether the vice president should be Joe Biden or Heidi Montag, the significance of Scott Brown's victory cannot be overstated. Massachusetts is arguably one of the most liberal states in the union (if not THE most liberal) and when faced with a choice on replacing liberalism's favorite son Ted Kennedy the voters awarded the honor to a conservative Republican (well...........he at least doesn't live in RINOland like Dede Scozzafava does). It doesn't need to be drilled down any deeper than that.
This election was a direct middle finger to the leadership (ah ha ha....ah ha ha ha) in Washington DC and unless you're a certain madam Speaker of the House (who shall remain nameless) high on botox when she's not drunk on power this fact is clear as day.
I truly hope liberals don't figure any of this out...because I'm not ready to be done with them yet.
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I've professed my love for Carl's Jr's Guacamole Bacon Six Dollar burgers before – for a fast food burger, the patty is juicy, the guacamole tastes fresh complete with little chunks of tomato and cilantro, the chipotle spread instead of mayo and red onion, my favorite – it's delicious!
As much as I love that burger, I admit it can be much. I either can't finish the whole thing at once or can't move after I'm done and that does not include fries and a drink.
So when I saw the chain's new turkey burgers had a guacamole version, I gave in and needed to try it. I don't believe I ever had a turkey burger before. Actually, having turkey any time other than Thanksgiving is pretty rare for me – I'm all about the pork and beef.
But I was drawn by the fact that Carl's version is supposed to be under 500 calories and I can still enjoy the guacamole.
When I unwrapped my Turkey Guacamole burger ($3.99), it was already smaller than the six dollar burger. There was plenty of guacamole that for a second, I couldn't see the turkey patty. With the first bite, I was impressed with the texture of the patty, it wasn't too weird and it didn't have a strong taste, letting the guacamole and chipotle spread take care of that part.
I finished the burger pretty quick, for me that is, and happily I was not in a food coma. It was satisfying and a feeling of food guilt didn't follow.
I do have a few suggestions though for Carl's Jr store #7393 in Covina – I'm all for not wasting produce, including lettuce, but I would like some green in my lettuce and please don't be so stingy on the tomato or onion.


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Inside the locker room: Ben RoethlisbergerPosted by on November 14, 2012 – 4:25 pm
What kind of pain are you in now?
Right now standing here talking to you, I'm okay. It's just certain movements and things are very painful.
When you were hit what was injured?
I'm not sure. I know when I hit the ground is when I heard the crunch and the crack and stuff. That's what I know for sure. I don't know if anything happened when he hit me.
How long are you out?
Don't know yet. I'm going to get back as soon as I can. I know that much.
Re: The injury itself:
From what I understand, it's the SC joint and a dislocation of the first rib. That's the scary part because I guess if it goes in the wrong direction it can puncture the aorta. That's more of the issue I think. That's probably the more painful part.
How close did the shoulder injury come to requiring surgery?
I don't know exactly what happens to the SC joint, if it pops out of place or it pops back in. I don't know all of that. I just know it was a bruise or a sprain, whatever the exact word is I'm not sure. But the first rib dislocation is probably the big issue.
Any concern that this could be season-ending?
I don't think so. I don't know, though. I'm not a medical expert. I'm just going to do what I can to get back as fast I can.
Does the rib have to heal before you are safe to play?
Yeah, that's pretty much what I understand at least.
What can you do to help QB Byron Leftwich?
I have no fear because of the backups that we have. Both guys are extremely capable. Byron is a great player. He's been doing this for a long time and I know that he's going to go out there and give his all. I'm going to do exactly what he does for me and what Charlie [Batch] does for me, whatever they need. If he doesn't need anything, I'm not going to give him anything. I'm not going to be in his ear and tell him to do this or do that. He knows how to play this game, he knows how to play at a high level and I'm just going to be there for whatever he needs.
Re: Ravens LB Terrell Suggs saying he was disappointed you are not playing:
I'm disappointed I'm not playing, too. It's tough, especially playing these guys.
Have the doctors told you what or when things should happen in the healing process or what is a good sign?
I guess no pain. I don't know. We're just getting treatment and trying to do what we can.
Did they evaluate your rotator cuff issue as well?
Yeah, there was no issue with the rotator cuff, so that was good.
Did you feel all of the injuries at once or did the rib injury come about later?
No, like I said, when I hit the ground, I felt a crunch and a crack. It's kind of hard to explain the feeling that you have. It all just happened at once. I don't know if it was the hit or the landing, but I felt it more in the landing.
You said crack. Is the rib actually broken?
No. I didn't say crack. I said the cracking feeling. Don't get any of that mistaken. None of you have probably had this feeling when you hit the ground and something happened. It's hard to explain it but it's just feeling when you hit the ground that you know something is not right.
What has the pain been like?
I got four hours of sleep the last two nights. I'm sleeping in a chair. It's very uncomfortable. Probably about a nine on a scale of 1-10.
Are you dad yet?
No, not yet. [Laughs]
Re: The play you got injured:
I stepped up and was trying to get it to Heath [Miller] and I thought the guy was trying to let Heath clear a little bit more, and when I stepped up to run, a guy kind of closed in front of me. I tried to find another exit and turned and there was a guy, just one of those freak things.
How does Leftwich's skill set fit into this offense?
He's got an incredible high skill level. He can make every throw. He's very smart and he's a great quarterback. We're extremely happy to have him on this team, as well as Charlie. We've said it from day one, years of quarterback experience, and this is great to have. He's ready to step up and I know he's going to give it his all.
Does Leftwich have the touch to make some of the throws?
Absolutely. If he didn't he wouldn't be in the league for as long as he has and be as successful as he has. He can make every throw. Whether it's a quick one or it is deep down the field. Everyone talks about him having a big arm and he does. He can make every throw on the football field.
The team is 9-5 when you don't start, but is 0-4 against Baltimore. Are you the X-factor?
No, this is the ultimate team sport. We're going to have another guy ready to go. It's Byron this week. He'll step up and he's going to do just as good, if not better, than what I can do.
Are they giving you realistic expectations about when you will be back?
Nope. Not yet, unfortunately. From what I've heard in talking with the doctor yesterday and I'm going to see him here in a little while, but he said he's trying to talk to experts because there's no case study that's had this exact same thing. From what he told me, it was like a 1998 rugby player or something [that had a similar injury]. We're just trying to talk to people and get an expectation because we don't know.
Is it the rib injury that they are trying figure out?
From what I understand, yes. It's more of the rib that's the concern than the SC joint.
Is there anything they can do to prevent the rib from going into the aorta?
I don't think so. Like I said, I'm not a medical expert. I don't know. I just have to get the answers from those guys. It'd be better to ask them. But you just have to let it heal before you can take that chance.
When did you get the word you wouldn't play?
We can't tell you. Coach and I have had conversations. He told you guy today. That's when the official word came. That was the plan.
Is there any extra protection you can use to protect the injured areas when you return, other than the flak jacket?
I wear one. I wear a flak jacket and I wear rib pads. It wasn't the hit. I think it was the way I fell that kind of pushed my elbow up into my body. I think that's what did it.
Do you have any range of motion in the shoulder?
Yeah, I can move it around. That's not the issue. It's not the amount of movement. Sometimes when I do move it, the rib will kind of pop out of place again, which is pretty painful, needless to say. I'm just trying to keep it as still as I can.
Can you pop the rib back in then?
Next question please.
Are you going to be able to hold your son?
I better. I've got one good arm.
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By Donald Kuhns on Nov 16, 2012 | Reply
I think that if Hinds Ward were playing this year that he would have protected Ben from being injured this year. Man could that guy block. Yet there is one giant issue bothering me this year… Now that Hinds Ward is retired…. will the change the name of Hinds Field? And if they do change the name…. I recommend Troy field.
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Los Angeles, CA – Syndctd Entertainment & International Films Management (IFM) have officially announced they will theatrically re-release Perry Henzell's cult classic film "The Harder They Come," to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of its US premiere.
On opening night in Kingston, Jamaica, the reggae-fueled hit provoked riots when thousands could not get into the sold-out Carib Theater.
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This fall, one-night-only screenings in North America and the United Kingdom will commence with a special showing in Los Angeles on Sept. 3 at the Arclight Cinemas Hollywood. The film will release nationwide on Thursday, Sept. 5 at theatres in most major markets. Full theatre and ticket information is available online at www.thehardertheycome.com/theatres.
"The Harder They Come" stars GRAMMY© winning legend Jimmy Cliff as Ivan Martin, an aspiring reggae singer-songwriter, who turns to life as an outlaw after being swindled by the corrupt record industry. Directed and produced by the late Perry Henzell, and co-written with Trevor Rhone, the film ranked among AMC's all-time Cult Classics.
"I had a choice when I set out," Henzell once said, "to make a film for Jamaicans or…for the rest of the world. I chose to make a film for Jamaica."
In the end, the film's impact was felt far beyond the Caribbean, introducing both Jamaica and reggae to the world while launching Jimmy's music career to international success. "I knew 40 years ago we had something special with the film. With the re-release of "The Harder They Come," combined with my upcoming tour and recent Grammy win, I couldn't think of a better way to celebrate the past, present and future." says Jimmy.
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Vu ate Vietnamese food almost every day, but trained as a Japanese chef, he did not know how to prepare it. He thought about his aunt Thùy Luong who had been cooking in Vietnamese restaurants in Orange County for more than 20 years and he gave her a call. Happily, Luong accepted Vu's offer to be the executive chef at a restaurant that was only in the planning stages.
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SD is probably the most easygoing Staff member there is. I've seen people say some really idiotic things to him and he brushed it off whereas I would have neg'd repeatedly.
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Most of us got at least one letter from ING Direct five or six ago with a check for $25 to open an online savings account with them, the first of its kind. I think their interest rate back then was about 2%, which was quite a leap from the .03% regular banks were offering. Nowadays though, with the rise of competitors and consumer participation in these online banks, you can easily find an online savings account with an APY of 5%. 5%!! You won't get rich on that, but that's a nice Christmas gift or two these companies are offering to pay for! Not to mention that having a savings account is one of the most important things to have if you are serious about managing your finances.
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