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'Breaking Dawn' tops holiday weekend box office
'Breaking Dawn Part I' scored its second win at the Thanksgiving week at the box office.
New York: Vampires feasted at the Thanksgiving weekend box office, bringing the newest 'Twilight' movie its second win in a row over a strong comeback for 'The Muppets' and other family fare that filled theaters.
'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 1' delivered an estimated $113.5 million around the globe from Friday through Sunday. The film ranked No. 1 for the second straight week at U.S. and Canadian theatres, where ticket sales hit $42 million for three days and $62.3 million over the five-day Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The film's total box-office take since its release reached $489.3 million globally.
'Breaking Dawn: Part 1' is the fourth movie in the 'Twilight' series, one of Hollywood's most lucrative franchises. The movies are based on best-selling novels by Stephanie Meyer about a human-vampire-werewolf love triangle, a story that has generated legions of die-hard female fans.
For the latest movie, "word of mouth is good. (Fans) are supporting the film," said Richie Fay, president of domestic distribution for independent studio Summit Entertainment, which backed the film.
In second place, audiences welcomed the Muppets back to theatres for the first time in 12 years. New Disney movie 'The Muppets' starring Jason Segel and Amy Adams alongside Kermit, Miss Piggy and their puppet friends took in a strong $29.5 million at North American (U.S. and Canadian) theatres in three days. The five-day holiday weekend haul reached $42.0 million domestically. Two international markets added $1.6 million. Disney bought the rights to the Muppets in 2004 and the media, entertainment and consumer-products giant is eager to interest a new generation in the characters.
"It's hard to have anyone argue we didn't bring them back," said Dave Hollis, Disney's executive vice president for motion picture sales and distribution. The movie's performance "exceeded expectations," he said.
The Muppets starred on a weekly television show in the 1970s and early 1980s plus a series of films, the last being 1999's 'Muppets from Space'. Critics loved the new Muppets movie, with 98 percent giving a favourable review on aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes. Audiences awarded an A rating on average, according to exit-polling firm CinemaScore. The movie cost about $45 million to produce.
In third place for the weekend, dancing penguin sequel 'Happy Feet Two' earned $13.4 million over three days domestically during its second weekend in theaters and $18.4 million through five days. Rounding out the top five were two other new family movies that critics adored.
Animated 3D movie 'Arthur Christmas', which cost about $98 million to produce, pulled in $12.7 million at domestic theatres over three days and $17 million in five days to finish in fourth place. The movie explains how Santa delivers presents around the world in one night and has earned $22.3 million overseas since opening two weeks ago.
Rory Bruer, president of worldwide distribution for Sony Pictures, said the film "opened about where we hoped it would" and he expected the Christmas theme would appeal throughout the holiday season.
'Hugo', a 3D family movie, ended the weekend in fifth place with $11.4 million over three days and $15.4 million over five days. The movie centres on an orphan living in a Paris train station in the 1930s. The film exceeded studio forecasts for its release in about 1,300 locations, far fewer than the 3,000-plus for the other widely released films, said Don Harris, president of domestic distribution for Paramount.
In a small number of theatres, 'My Week with Marilyn', starring Michelle Williams as Marilyn Monroe opened with $1.8 million from 244 screens from Friday through Sunday. Critics have praised Williams' performance in The Weinstein Co. film and mentioned her as an Academy Award contender for the role.
Walt Disney Co released 'The Muppets'. Privately held Summit Entertainment released 'Breaking Dawn - Part 1'. 'Arthur Christmas' was distributed by Sony, and 'Hugo' was released by Paramount, a unit of Viacom Inc. Time Warner unit Warner Bros. distributed 'Happy Feet Two'.
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The park was hard to get to. The mosquitoes were terrible. We couldn't get out of the Rv without being eaten alive. When we asked for a refund they refused to give us one due to a 15 day cancellation policy. This was the worst site we have ever stayed at because it was hard to get to. Because of the standing water, the site was full of bugs. This was not a bad year for bugs, the only place we encountered them was at this campground and with in 5 minutes I had over 7 bites. The worst part was that the campground is described at being between Keystone and Hill City, but it is up the mountain 12 miles. I felt their ad was very deceiving.
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We wouldn't go as far as to say the Motorola Xoom 2 is unattractive - far from it. It's slim, light, dense, and has cute lopped corners that help to differentiate it from the many black Android slabs available to buy. But its good looks are those of a TV actor rather than a movie star. Chiselled and toned perhaps, but there's something amiss that you can't instantly put your finger on.
It's the redundant flap, the relatively abundant seams and the overly ornate camera lens area. However, it's only something we notice so much because of the high standard set in the tablet market, and build quality here is excellent - on par with the best. Motorola claims it is splash-proof too thanks to the entire machine's innards being coated in water repellent. Not fit to dunk in a bath for long periods like a Defy, perhaps, but it won't fry as soon as it gets near water.
Other hardware bonuses the Xoom 2 can shout about include the use of a standard microUSB charging socket, where several others use proprietary solutions, and its subtle hardware buttons. There are none on the front but a volume rocker and power button are to be found on the back right edge, where they fall neatly under your fingers. The Xoom 2 can charge over a USB connection to a computer, as well as the included AC adaptor.
Without expandable memory or a full-size USB slot, connectivity might be considered a tad rudimentary, but it excels on the wireless front. The Motorola Xoom 2 has a built-in IR transmitter, which can be used with apps like Dijit to turn the tablet into a universal remote. Most Android devices would need an IR accessory such as Griffin's £40 Beacon to achieve the same effect. Dijit is no replacement for a high-end Logitech Harmony remote at this point, though. The interface is simple enough, but the setup process isn't.
The Xoom 2 is also a bit obsessed with wireless transfer of files. Using the MotoCast desktop app, you can stream and download files from your computer over a Wi-Fi connection, or from anywhere round the world if you leave your PC on. The installation files for this software are included on the tablet itself, showing up as a discrete 70MB drive when plugged in.
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However, you can only freely transfer files to the rest of the internal memory using a cable once this software has been installed, seriously hampering the plug and play versatility of the device. We'd much prefer the simplicity of a mass storage mode - which would make the 16GB of internal memory (12GB user accessible) show up as a disk drive as soon as you plug the Xoom 2 in - but there is no such mode here. More storage black marks for Motorola.
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Not sure if having 3g is such a big deal any more as I have a xoom with wifi and use my phone(htc desire) as a portable hotspot so I can access the internet on my tablet. saves you a load of money as well. Just as an aside, very happy with my original xoom especially as it is now running honeycomb 3.2.
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Can I store aerosol paint cans and portable gasoline containers in the same flammable storage cabinet? Someone here is saying "no," but I don't see any prohibition in OSHA's rules.
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Why are they saying no? They may not want to store gasoline and paint in the same cabinet for some reason. Unless there's some really odd incompatibility between the paint and gas, I can't think of any reason why they couldn't be stored together.
BTW, you should ground your flammable storage cabinet to prevent against static discharge. This is good practice.
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I'm not aware of any incompatibility issue either, which is why I went to the regs and then came here. My sense of this initially was that it was hearsay and probably not accurate, but I always like confirmation. You can never be too careful.
Thanks for the help!
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"Compressed gases." The in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks shall be in accordance with Compressed Gas Association (CGA) Pamphlet P-1-1965, which is incorporated by reference as specified in Sec. 1910.6.
The CGA pamphlet states that cylinders containing compressed flammable gases are not to be "stored near highly flammable solvents, combustible waste material, and similar substances." You could question if gasoline is a highly flammable solvent. I'd say yes, it can be used as a solvent and gasoline has a flashpoint of -40°C (-40°F) and is thus a Class I flammable liquid. Since the pamphlet is incorporated by reference, OSHA can cite you for storing compressed flammable gases near highly flammable solvents.
I'm not sure that an aerosol can of paint is included in the scope of 1910.101(b). Here's why. 1910.101(c) says that compressed gas cylinders must have pressure relief valves. You don't see pressure relief valves on aerosol paint cans.
If an OSHA inspector were to cite me for storing aerosol paint cans in a flammable storage cabinet beside a flammable liquid, I'd fight it. Had an OSHA inspector tell me once that he only needs to be 51% correct. I told him that therefore, I only need to argue 2%.


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Simple Genius (Sean King and Michelle Maxwell Series #3)by David Baldacci
In a world of secrets, human genius is power.
And sometimes it is simply deadly . . .
Near Washington, D.C., there are two clandestine institutions: the world's most unusual laboratory and a secret CIA training camp. Drawn to these sites by a murder, ex-Secret Service agent Sean King encounters a dark world of mathematicians, codes, and/b>/b>
In a world of secrets, human genius is power.
And sometimes it is simply deadly . . .
Near Washington, D.C., there are two clandestine institutions: the world's most unusual laboratory and a secret CIA training camp. Drawn to these sites by a murder, ex-Secret Service agent Sean King encounters a dark world of mathematicians, codes, and spies. His search for answers soon leads him to more shocking violence-and an autistic girl with an extraordinary genius.
Now, only by working with his embattled partner, Michelle Maxwell, can he catch a killer...and solve a stunning mystery that threatens the entire nation.
Editorial Reviews
"Exciting...good fun and fast-paced."—Midwest Book Review
"Keeps a reader turning pages."—Washington Post Book World
Last seen in Split Second(2003), former Secret Service agents Sean King and Michelle Maxwell have reached a crisis in their relationship in this less than compelling Washington political thriller from bestseller Baldacci. When Maxwell instigates a fight with the most intimidating bruiser she could find at a local bar and lets herself be beaten unconscious, despite her superior fighting skills, her partner suggests she voluntarily commit herself to a psychiatric facility. While Maxwell reluctantly undergoes treatment to find the childhood roots of her death wish, King probes the suicide of a scientist found on the grounds of Virginia's Camp Peary, a mysterious CIA facility. Both mysteries are fairly run of the mill, lacking the sharp twists and expert pacing that characterize Baldacci's fiction at its best. (Apr. 24)Copyright 2007 Reed Business Information
Product Details
- 9781455550807
- Publisher:
- Grand Central Publishing
- Publication date:
- 03/25/2014
- Series:
- Sean King and Michelle Maxwell Series , #3
- Edition description:
- Reprint
- Pages:
- 448
- Sales rank:
- 36,561
- Product dimensions:
- 0.90(w) x 1.50(h) x 1.10(d)
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Simple Genius
By David Baldacci
Warner BooksCopyright © 2007 Columbus Rose, Ltd.
All right reserved.
Chapter OneTHERE ARE FOUR ACKNOWLEDGED WAYS of meeting your maker: You can die by natural causes including illness; you can die by accident; you can die by another's hand; and you can die by your own hand. However, if you live in Washington, D.C., there is a fifth way of kicking the bucket: the political death. It can spring from many sources: frolicking in a public fountain with an exotic dancer who is not your wife; stuffing bags of money in your pants when the payer unfortunately happens to be the FBI; or covering up a bungled burglary when you call 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue home.
Michelle Maxwell was currently stalking the pavement in the nation's capital, but because she wasn't a politician, that fifth choice of mortal exit was not available to her. In fact, the lady was focused only on getting so wasted she'd wake up the next morning with a chunk of her memory gone. There was much she wanted to forget; much that she had to forget.
Michelle crossed the street, pushed open the bullet-pocked door of the bar and stepped inside. The smoke hit her first, some of it actually from cigarettes. The other aromas were rising off substances that kept the DEA jacked up and in business.
Brain-piercing music crushed all other sounds and would provide an army of hearing specialists with lucrative business in a few years. While glasses and bottles clinked, a trio of ladies ground it out on the dance floor. Meanwhile, a pair of waitresses juggled trays and bad attitudes, all the while prepared to slug anyone attempting to grab their ass.
The bar's collective attention turned to Michelle, the only WASP in the house this or probably any other night. She looked back at them with enough defiance that they returned to their drinks and talk. That status could change because Michelle Maxwell was tall and very attractive. What they didn't realize was that she could be nearly as dangerous as a bomb-wrapped terrorist and was looking for any reason to put her foot through someone's front teeth.
Michelle found a corner table in the back and wedged in, nursing her first drink of the night. An hour and more drinks later, the woman's rage began to swell. Her pupils seemed to grow dry and harden, while the rest of the eyeball eased to a blood red. She lifted a finger at the passing waitress who satisfied her thirst one last time. Now all Michelle wanted was a target for the fury that had laid claim to every square inch of her.
She swallowed the last drop of alcohol, stood and whipped her long dark hair out of her face. Michelle's gaze zoned the room grid-by-grid looking for the lucky one. It was a technique the Secret Service had pounded into her head until that instinct of observation became the only way she could look at anything or anyone ever again.
It didn't take long for Michelle to find the man of her crystallizing nightmare. He was easily a head taller than anyone else in the place. And that head was chocolate brown, bald and beautifully smooth with a column of gold rings stacked in each thick earlobe. His shoulders spanned about a mile. He wore baggie camouflage pants, black military boots and an Army green shirt that showed bare arms full of knotted muscles. He stood there sipping his beer, swaying that big head to the beat of the music, mouthing trash lyrics it was impossible even to hear. Definitely her kind of guy.
Michelle shoved aside a man who stepped in front of her, walked up to this living mountain and tapped him on the shoulder. It felt like she was touching a block of granite; he would do very nicely. Tonight, Michelle Maxwell was going to kill a man. This man, in fact.
He turned, slipped the cigarette from his lips and took a swig of beer, the mug barely visible in his bear paw of a hand.
Size did matter, she reminded herself.
"What's up, baby?" he said, idly blowing a smoke ring to the ceiling and taking his gaze off her.
Wrong move, baby. Her foot connected with his chin, and he staggered backward, knocking down two smaller men. The impact sent a shock wave of pain from Michelle's toes to her pelvis, so hard was his chin.
He tossed the mug at her; it missed, but her slashing front kick didn't. He bent over as air was torn from his gut. Michelle next slammed a vicious kick to his skull with such force she could almost hear his vertebrae screaming over the apocalypse of the music. He fell back, one hand pressed against his bloody head, eyes wide in panic at her raw power, at her speed and precision of attack.
Michelle calmly eyed both sides of his thick, quivering neck. Where to hit now? The trembling jugular? The pencil-thick carotid? Or perhaps the chest cavity, throwing his heartbeat into a fatal misfire? And yet it looked like the fight had gone out of the man.
Come on, big boy, don't disappoint me. I came all this way.
The crowd had cleared back except for one woman who streaked off the dance floor, screaming her man's name. She aimed a meaty fist at Michelle's head, but Michelle deftly sidestepped the charge, grabbed her attacker's arm, bent it behind her and gave her a push. The lady kept right on going, taking down a table and two patrons sitting there.
Michelle turned back to confront the boyfriend, who was doubled over, breathing hard and clutching his gut. He suddenly made a bull run at her. That charge was halted by a crushing kick to his face, followed by an elbow thudding against his ribs. Michelle finished this off with a neatly executed side-kick that disrupted a good bit of the cartilage in his left knee. Screaming in pain, the big man dropped to the floor. The fight had now turned into a slaughter. The silent crowd took one collective step back, unable to believe David really was kicking the crap out of Goliath.
The bartender had already called the cops. In a place like this, 911 was the only number on the speed dial besides the lawyer's. From the looks of things it was doubtful they would be in time, though.
The big man managed to stand straight up on his one good wheel, blood running down his face. The swells of hatred in his eyes said everything that needed to be said: Either Michelle had to kill him or he was going to kill her.
Michelle had seen that same look on the face of every son of a bitch she had ever kicked the male ego out of and that list was impressively long. She'd never started one of these fights before. They usually resulted from a thick-headed slob hitting on her and not reading the not-so-subtle cues she sent back. Then she would stand up to defend herself and the men would fall down, with an imprint of her boot on their knuckled heads.
The blade whipped at Michelle after being pulled from the mountain's back pocket. She was disappointed by both the choice of weapon and the feeble thrust. She sent the knife sailing away with a well-aimed kick that broke one of the man's fingers.
He retreated until his back touched the bar. He didn't seem so big now. She was too fast, too skilled, his superior size and muscle were useless.
Michelle knew that with one more shot she could kill him: a snap of the spine, a crushed artery; either way he was six feet under. And from the look on his face, he knew it too. Yes, Michelle could kill him and maybe vanquish the demons inside her.
And that's when something snapped inside Michelle's brain with such ferocity that she almost deposited all the booze in her belly on the heel-scarred floor. For perhaps the first time in years Michelle was seeing things as they were really meant to be seen. It was startling how fast the decision was reached. And once she made it, she did not revisit the issue. She fell back on what had dominated her life: Michelle Maxwell acted on impulse.
He threw a weary punch and Michelle easily sidestepped it. Then she aimed another kick, this time at his groin, but he managed to clamp a big hand on her thigh. Reenergized at having finally seized his elusive quarry, he lifted her up and threw her over the bar and into a shelf of wine and liquor bottles. The crowd, delighted at this change of events, started chanting, "Kill the bitch. Kill the bitch."
The bartender screamed in fury as his inventory spilled over the floor, but he stopped when the big man came over the bar and laid him out with a wicked uppercut. Next, he picked Michelle up and twice slammed her headfirst into the mirror that was hanging over the demolished booze, cracking the glass and maybe her skull too. Still enraged, he drove a massive knee right into her gut, and then threw her to the masses on the other side of the bar. She hit the floor hard and lay there, her face bloody, her body going into spasms.
The crowd jumped back when the big man's size sixteen boots landed next to Michelle's head. He grabbed her by the hair and lifted her straight up, her body dangling like a spent yo-yo. He studied Michelle's limp form, apparently deciding where next to hurt her.
"In the face. In the damn face, Rodney. You mess it up good," screamed his lady, who'd picked herself off the floor and was dabbing at the beer, wine and other crap staining her dress.
Rodney nodded and swung a big fist back.
"Right in the damn face, Rodney!" his lady screamed again.
"Kill the bitch!" barked the crowd a little less enthusiastically, sensing the fight was just about over and they could return to their drinking and smoking.
Michelle's arm moved so fast Rodney didn't even seem to realize he'd been struck in the kidney until his brain told him he was in awful pain. His scream of fury actually drowned out the music still ripping from the bar's sound system. Then his fist connected to her head, once, knocking a tooth out; and then he hit her again; blood gushed from her nose and mouth. Big Rodney was hauling back for the crusher when the cops kicked down the door, guns out, looking for any reason to start shooting.
Michelle never heard them come in, save her life and then arrest her. Right after the second blow landed she started to fade into unconsciousness and didn't expect to be coming back.
Before she blacked out completely Michelle's final thought was simple: Goodbye, Sean.
The events and characters in this book are fictitious. Certain real locations and public figures are mentioned, but all other characters and events described in the book are totally imaginary.
Excerpted from Simple Genius by David Baldacci Copyright © 2007 by Columbus Rose, Ltd.. Excerpted by permission.
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Meet the Author
David Baldacci lives with his family in Virginia. He and his wife have founded the Wish You Well Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across America. He invites you to visit him at www.davidbaldacci.com and his foundation at www.wishyouwellfoundation.org.
Brief Biography
- Hometown:
- Northern Virginia
- Date of Birth:
- August 5, 1960
- Place of Birth:
- Richmond, VIrginia
- Education:
- B.A. in Political Science, Virginia Commonwealth University, 1982; J.D., University of Virginia, 1986
- Website:
- http://www.david-baldacci.com/
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I've read almost all of the Baldacci works, including each of the Camel Club and Sean King/Michelle Maxwell series books. This was one was very very good, but of all the books in the two series? Probably at the bottom - and that is NOT a knock on the story. If you enjoy Baldacci and the other King/Maxwell adventures, grab this one too. Plenty of action, twists and turns and surprises throughout. My only complaint was that it bogged down SLIGHTLY where it was not necessary. Having said all that, this is a solid, if not spectacular story line, replete with disturbing realities, hard fought action, edge of your seat bumps in the ride.....well worth the money and the enjoyment of reading it!
Baldacci's Simple Genius is a hard to crack thriller!!! There may be a lot of reasons why people may like or dislike this book, However; you have to take into account the following facts: Simple Genius has a great plot. Featuring Sean King and Michelle Maxwell investigating a mysterious death at a scientific think tank called Babbage Town, located suspiciously close to the CIA's most infamous yet covert training camp--"The Farm". In Babbage Town, the security is tight as the world's great geniuses race to invent technologies powerful enough to conquer the most sophisticated microprocessor. Baldacci is great developing the main characters throughout the book, I like the opening chapter that gives a background storyline for M Maxwell, he clearly states both characters reprising their roles and giving them enough credibility. The concept story in the book is amazing and original. I see a few writers these days write a book that is more than four hundred pages, and still have enough material to make it interesting. Baldaccis accomplishes that and more. Simple Genius is not a fast page turner; however; it keeps readers engaged as every chapter ends. Uncovering the war against terror, the conspiracies among federal agencies, and the race of powerful nations to stop the world in its tracks, Baldacci combines the strength of its characters, and exploits cracking code scientists, along with a beautiful scenario where everything takes place. Simple Genius is great read.
I've read a number of DB's series.....Very enjoyable...he weaves a good story web...well developed characters. As soon as I'm done with one of the series, I hurriedly buy the next one....my only negative isn't with this book....it's with the author...I want more Camel Club series books....but Sean King and Michelle Maxwell are fine.
Another novel that puts you right in the middle, not knowing where to turn next. Can't put it down till you're there. Nonstop action, and suspense.
Wow! Just wow! This novel engaged me on multiple levels. I loved the variety of components that made up this novel. Suspense, action, intrigue, and science all make their way into it. Baldacci's intricate writing really enticed me. Not only was I caught up in the action of the tale, I was also trying to unravel the mystery and was completely smitten with the science. The characters were fantastic. Even though this isn't the first novel of the series, Baldacci develops his man characters in such a manner that readers can get to know them from here, without rehashing past events. They were remarkably well developed individuals, so real and human and complex. I found myself drawn to them. I also enjoyed the variety of secondary characters that we get to know. The diversity of cast really allows you to see all off the sides of the story. I'll admit that this was my first foray into the world of Baldacci's writing but it definitely won't be my last. I was completely enamoured with this tale. He had me hooked every step of the way.
Maxwell thinks she may be a little nuts; her actions certainly prove so. This third installment of the King and Maxwell series is possibly Baldacci's best effort with the characters. While there is the ever present high explosive situations, these rate higher on the believability scale than in the previous editions. It's fun to see the main characters development towards each other while experiencing some self revelations. As most of these plots go, it's a little farfetched but what if it were possible? Fun and intriguing to imagine. If you've made it through #'s 1 & 2, you owe it to yourself to give this one a go. If you haven't read any of the prior installments, you can certainly pick up here without missing too much at all. If so, you'll find yourself back at B&N looking for the prior escapades!
The language is too elementary and the conversation seems unrealistic. Baldacci seemed to be struggling with trying to get the story to make sense; an odd ending made it seem like he just needed to get the book to end. The characters seemed contrived and uncreative. If you pay for this book, you've spent too much.
Simple Genius by David Baldacci A King & Maxwell Novelist Sean King and Michelle Maxwell are caught up in a thriller of government corruption, high-level research into a super computer, and multiple murders. With more twists and turns than a corkscrew including Michelle's determination to get herself killed. The characters are well drawn including a super genius, emotionally fragile child, the daughter of a murdered man, who can only relate to Michelle. After several harrowing escapes from death, including by their own government, King and Maxwell uncover the secrets and hidden agendas and the warped mastermind behind it all. Along the way, Michelle faces her own demons and battles on two fronts to save her partner and solve the mysteries of why she wants to die. An enthralling story that keeps you riveted.
Really enjoyed this book. David Baldacci's fast paced style and unusual twists and turns kept me from putting the book down.
COuld not put this book down - especially at the end. What a twist!
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One of his best! I really love the Camel Club series, but this entry in the King/Maxwell series was outstanding. Watch for the character names (explained at the book's end) - I particularly liked "Champ Pollion". Lots of plot twists right up til the end. Hardly anyone is who they seem to be. I don't agree that the story bogged down at any point. It was a real fast read. With what we continually learn about the "inner workings" of the govt. & its intelligence agencies, this plotline may not be far from the truth.
David Baldacci has brought Sean King and Michelle Maxwell back in a smoothly written detective story involving CIA, FBI, national security and many smart people. Genius is power, after all. And there's plenty in this story. The author hooks the reader at the very beginning, and keeps him/her right with him until the last page. This is a very enjoyable read for those who enjoy either Baldacci's writing or any well-written mystery/detective story with no blatant sexuality. I recommend it to those who meet those requisites. I love the King and Maxwell characters, which I met in the TV series prior to learning that this author created them. Well done, Mr. Baldacci!
I'm enjoying the series. Started @ #1 and will read them all.
I have read a lot of David Baldacci's books and loved everyone of them. He keeps you in suspense from beginning to end.
Another great book in the King & Maxwell series.


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Feb. 6, 2008
PITTSBURGH - Boasting a recruiting class considered one of the finest in the country and the best in the Big East, Pitt head coach Dave Wannstedt announced today the signing of 19 prospects to National Letters of Intent.
Wannstedt made the announcement from the Panthers' locker room at Heinz Field, which was adorned with the jerseys of members of Pitt's recent recruiting classes, including All-America linebacker Scott McKillop and tailback LeSean McCoy, this past season's Big East Rookie of the Year.
"We felt it was appropriate to introduce our 2008 recruiting class in the place where they will spend their Saturdays over the next four years," Wannstedt said. "Looking at the jerseys in these lockers, we have been fortunate to recruit some outstanding young men to the University of Pittsburgh. We believe this year's class fits that same exceptional mold.
"We recruited with specific positional needs in mind and I'm very pleased with the end result. This was a total team effort by our coaching staff, players and campus community. They all do a great job when it comes to recruiting student-athletes to Pitt and our 2008 class is a prime example."
The Panthers' last two recruiting classes were rated among the nation's top 20 by most scouting services. The 2008 class figures to receive similar acclaim as it includes:
Three U.S. Army Bowl All-Americans, including receiver Jonathan Baldwin, linebacker Shayne Hale and offensive lineman Lucas Nix. Baldwin, Hale and Nix are widely considered three of the top 50 overall prospects in the country.
Thirteen players who were named to The Associated Press All-State Team in Pennsylvania.
PrepStar All-American and two-time all-state honoree Chris Burns, considered the top running back in Pennsylvania this year.
Pennsylvania's top cornerback, Jarred Holley, a two-time first team all-state selection and PrepStar and SuperPrep All-American.
One of the greatest kick returners in WPIAL history and a national-caliber all-purpose back in Cameron Saddler.
Two members of Pittsburgh Central Catholic's undefeated state championship team in PrepStar All-America quarterback Tino Sunseri and defensive back Andrew Taglianetti, the WPIAL Class AAAA Player of the Year.
One of the country's elite specialists in Kevin Harper, rated among the top five high school placekickers nationwide.
|Hometown/High School/Junior College
|Jonathan Baldwin
|Aliquippa, Pa., Aliquippa
|Chris Burns
|New Wilmington, Pa., Wilmington Area
|Greg Cross*
|Brunswick, Ga., Glynn Academy, Fort Scott C.C. (Ks.)
|Mike Cruz
|Johnstown, Pa., Bishop McCort
|Shayne Hale
|Monroeville, Pa., Gateway
|Kevin Harper
|Mentor, Ohio, Mentor
|Ronald Hobby*
|Fort Washington, Md., Gwynn Park
|Jarred Holley
|Easton, Pa., Easton Area
|Robb Houser*
|Chico, Calif., Durham H.S., Butte College (Calif.)
|Lucas Nix
|Jefferson Hills, Pa., Thomas Jefferson
|Antwuan Reed
|Johnstown, Pa., Greater Johnstown
|Cameron Saddler
|Monroeville, Pa., Gateway
|Mike Shanahan
|North Huntingdon, Pa., Norwin
|Tino Sunseri
|Pittsburgh, Pa., Pittsburgh Central Catholic
|Andrew Taglianetti
|Bridgeville, Pa., Pittsburgh Central Catholic
|Joe Trebitz
|Boca Raton, Fla., West Boca Raton
|Ryan Turnley
|Aliquippa, Pa., Hopewell
|Justin Virbitsky
|Jermyn, Pa., Lakeland
|Manny Williams
|Clairton, Pa., Clairton
By Position:
Offensive Linemen -- 3 (Robb Houser, Lucas Nix, Ryan Turnley)
Wide Receivers -- 3 (Jonathan Baldwin, Cameron Saddler, Mike Shanahan)
Linebackers -- 3 (Shayne Hale, Joe Trebitz, Manny Williams)
Defensive Backs -- 4 (Ronald Hobby, Jarred Holley, Antwuan Reed, Andrew Taglianetti)
Running Backs -- 1 (Chris Burns)
Quarterbacks -- 2 (Greg Cross, Tino Sunseri)
Tight Ends -- 2 (Mike Cruz, Justin Virbitsky)
Placekicker -- 1 (Kevin Harper)
By State:
Pennsylvania -- 14 (WR Jonathan Baldwin, RB Chris Burns, TE Mike Cruz, LB Shayne Hale, DB Jarred Holley, OL Lucas Nix, DB Antwuan Reed, WR Cameron Saddler, WR Mike Shanahan, QB Tino Sunseri, DB Andrew Taglianetti, OL Ryan Turnley, TE Justin Virbitsky, LB Manny Williams)
California -- 1 (OL Robb Houser)
Florida -- 1 (LB Joe Trebitz)
Georgia -- 1 (QB Greg Cross)
Maryland -- 1 (DB Ronald Hobby)
Ohio -- 1 (PK Kevin Harper)
Jonathan Baldwin, WR, 6-5, 220, Aliquippa, Pa., Aliquippa One of the country's elite receiver prospects and multi-sport stars...selected to play in the 2008 U.S. Army All-American Bowl...SuperPrep All-American and Northeast Offensive Player of the Year...PrepStar "Dream Team"...Scout.com All-American...rated one of the country's top 40 overall prospects by SuperPrep (No. 14), Scout (No. 20), Rivals, (No. 26) and PrepStar (No. 38)...among national receiver prospects, was rated No. 3 by SuperPrep, No. 5 by Rivals and No. 6 by Scout...named to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AA All-State Team (first team)...rated the No. 2 prospect in Pennsylvania by SuperPrep, Rivals, Scout and Keystone Recruiting...rated No. 3 on Scout's East Top 100 list...had 41 receptions for 613 yards (14.9 avg.) and nine touchdowns as a senior...compiled 62 catches for 1,083 yards (17.5 avg.) and 14 touchdowns his final two years...helped team to a combined 19-4 record (.826) as a junior and senior, including berths in the WPIAL Class AA playoffs each season...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous 22"...Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 25"... Harrisburg Patriot-News "Platinum 33"...played under Coach Mike Zmijanac...selected to play in the Big 33 Football Classic...in addition to being a national football recruit, also had several Division I scholarship offers in basketball, including Marquette...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous Five" and Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 10" honoree in basketball...was averaging more than 24 points per game through January of his senior year...averaged more than 21 points per game as a junior...an AAU basketball teammate of fellow Pitt recruit Mike Shanahan...in his first year of competing in track as a junior, finished third in the 100-meter dash at the PIAA Class AA championship meet, clocking in at 11.03 seconds...also was a member of the Quips' PIAA champion 400-meter relay team...father Jeffrey Baldwin was a defensive lineman at Pitt from 1981-84...Jonathan becomes the latest in a long line of Aliquippa products to sign with Pitt, including redshirt freshman linebacker Brandon Lindsey...other recent Quips at Pitt include cornerback Darrelle Revis (2004-06), who now plays for the New York Jets, defensive lineman Sean Gilbert (1989-91), who went on to a decade-long career in the NFL, and All-Big East cornerback Bernard "Josh" Lay (2002-05)...legendary pro and college Hall of Famer Mike Ditka is another Aliquippa product who played at Pitt (1958-60).
Chris Burns, RB, 5-11, 190, New Wilmington, Pa., Wilmington Area Prolific rusher widely considered the top running back in Pennsylvania...was a two-time member of The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AA All-State Team...named first team all-state at running back as a senior after rushing for 2,234 yards on 257 carries (8.7 avg.) and scoring 38 total touchdowns...was a second-team all-state pick as a junior at cornerback...rated one of the country's top 15 running backs by Scout (No. 14) and Rivals (No. 15)...PrepStar All-American...SuperPrep All-Northeast Team...rated No. 22 on Scout's East Top 100 list...rushed for 4,043 career yards...established Wilmington Area records for single-season rushing yards (2,234), single-season touchdowns (38) and career TDs (71)....led all Lawrence County players in rushing yards, rushes and scoring his final two seasons...District 10 Region 3 Player of the Year...All-District 10...WKBN-TV Player of the Year honoree...led the Greyhounds to a three-year record of 36-5 (.878), including three trips to the District 10 playoffs, two district championships and two PIAA playoff berths...Wilmington went 13-2 his senior year, winning its second consecutive District 10 title and advanced to the PIAA Class AA semifinals...rated Pennsylvania's No. 8 prospect by Scout, No. 11 by Rivals and Keystone Recruiting, and No. 19 by SuperPrep...played under Coach Terry Verrelli.
Greg Cross, QB, 6-2, 215, Brunswick, Ga., Glynn Academy, Fort Scott C.C. (Ks.) The nation's No. 2 junior-college quarterback according to Rivals...rated one of the country's top 50 JUCO prospects overall by SuperPrep....joined Pitt in January with junior eligibility and will participate in spring drills...two-time All-Jayhawk Conference selection...was named the 2007 Jayhawk Conference Offensive Player of the Year and NJCAA Region VI Offensive MVP...rated the No. 2 player overall in the region...Honorable Mention NJCAA All-American...paced the Jayhawk Conference in passing yards (2,127) and total offense (2,529)...accounted for 23 touchdowns (17 passing and six rushing)...ranked third nationally in total offense in the JUCO ranks, averaging 233 yards per game...Cross led a rejuvenation of Fort Scott's football program...prior to his arrival, Fort Scott lost its prior 24 contests...in his two seasons as the team's starting quarterback, Fort Scott went 16-8, won two conference titles and advanced to two bowl games... Fort Scott went 9-3 in 2007, the program's best record since 1973, and played in the Valley of the Sun Bowl, where Cross threw two touchdowns and ran for an 85-yard score...played under Coach Jeff Sims at Fort Scott.
Mike Cruz, TE, 6-5, 270, Johnstown, Pa., Bishop McCort Highly regarded tight end prospect who adds to Pitt's growing Johnstown pipeline...three-year starter on both sides of the ball for Bishop McCort...had 11 receptions for 242 yards (22.0 avg.) and five touchdowns his senior year...as a defensive lineman, compiled 43 tackles and three sacks...had a successful senior season despite coming off a significant knee injury late in his junior year...played the final three games of his junior campaign with a torn ACL and MCL...posted career receiving numbers of 43 catches for 572 yards (13.3 avg.) and 12 TDs...defensively had 117 tackles and 12 sacks for his career...Tribune-Democrat All-Area Team...rated No. 71 on Scout's East Top 100 list...rated Pennsylvania's No. 17 prospect by SuperPrep, No. 20 by Keystone Recruiting, No. 21 by Rivals and No. 29 by Scout... SuperPrep All-Northeast Team...considered one of the country's top 30 tight end prospects by Rivals...led Bishop McCort to one of its most successful three-year periods in school history...team went 32-7 (.821) during Cruz's three varsity seasons, including two district championships and a pair of PIAA playoff berths...played under Coach Ken Salem...joins fellow Bishop McCort product Wayne Jones, a redshirt freshman defensive lineman at Pitt.
Shayne Hale, LB, 6-4, 240, Monroeville, Pa., Gateway Earned status as one of the country's top defensive players during his highly accomplished career at Gateway...first team All-USA selection by USA Today...SuperPrep All-American...PrepStar "Dream Team"...Scout.com All-American...rated one of the nation's top 50 overall prospects by SuperPrep (No. 21), Scout (No. 38) and PrepStar (No. 44)...rated the nation's No. 2 linebacker prospect by SuperPrep and No. 3 defensive end prospect by Scout...selected to play in the 2008 U.S. Army All-American Bowl, where he announced his decision to attend Pitt during NBC's live telecast...two-time first-team selection to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAAA All-State Team...rated Pennsylvania's No. 3 overall prospect by SuperPrep, No.4 by Scout, No. 5 by Keystone Recruiting and No. 6 by Rivals...rated No. 7 on Scout's East Top 100 list...three-year starter at Gateway...played defensive end and linebacker his senior season and compiled 114 tackles, 25 tackles for losses, nine sacks, three forced fumbles and three pass breakups...was also a devastating blocker at fullback...led Gateway to a 24-11 mark (.686) during his career, including three WPIAL Class AAAA playoff berths...the Gators went 11-2 his senior season, capturing the "Big East" Conference championship and advancing to the WPIAL title game...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous 22"...Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 25"...Harrisburg Patriot-News "Platinum 33"...played under Coach Terry Smith...selected to play in the Big 33 Football Classic...one of two Gateway products to sign with Pitt in 2008, joining receiver Cameron Saddler...they will join two other Gateway graduates at Pitt, sophomore linebacker Dan Loheyde and redshirt freshman receiver Aaron Smith.
Kevin Harper, PK, 5-10, 170, Mentor, Ohio, Mentor Considered one of the country's top kicking prospects...rated the nation's No. 5 kicker by Scout and No. 9 by Rivals...rated No. 2 on Rivals' "strongest leg" listing...named to The Associated Press Division I All-Ohio Team (first team)...converted 17-of-25 field goals (.680) as a senior, including kicks of 61 and 58 yards...his 61-yarder set a state record...converted 58-of-61 extra points (.951)...averaged 41 yards per punt...80% of his kickoffs went for touchbacks (64 touchbacks on 80 kickoffs)...PrepStar All-Midwest Region...All-Lake Erie League...All-Lake County...Northeast Lakes All-District...as the team's starting placekicker, helped Mentor to a 24-5 mark (.828) his final two seasons, including back-to-back appearances in the Ohio Division I championship game...played under Coach Steve Trivisonno.
Ronald Hobby, DB, 5-10, 175, Fort Washington, Md., Gwynn Park Speedy multi-purpose back who was considered one of Maryland's top prospects... a December high school graduate who enrolled at Pitt in January...will participate in spring drills...was a 2½-year starter at receiver and cornerback for Gwynn Park...has been clocked at 4.43 in the 40-yard dash...averaged an impressive 26.1 yards per catch as a senior receiver, compiling 26 receptions for 678 yards and seven touchdowns...compiled 51 tackles, three interceptions and two fumble recoveries at cornerback...first team All-Prince Georges County...Gwynn Park went 31-5 during his three varsity seasons, including two regional playoff berths...his sophomore year Hobby helped his team to the Maryland 3A state championship with a 14-0 record...rated the Mid-Atlantic region's No. 12 prospect by Scout and No. 26 by SuperPrep...PrepStar All-Atlantic Region...rated Maryland's No. 14 prospect by Rivals...played under Coach Danny Hayes.
Jarred Holley, DB, 5-10, 170, Easton, Pa., Easton Area One of the country's outstanding cornerback prospects...SuperPrep and PrepStar All-American...rated the nation's No.13 cornerback by Rivals and No. 15 defensive back by SuperPrep...two-time first-team selection to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAAA All-State Team...rated the state's No. 9 overall prospect by Rivals and SuperPrep and No. 13 by Scout...rated No. 42 on Scout's East Top 100 list...had a school-record 21 interceptions during his career...was a versatile performer for Easton Area, playing receiver, defensive back, running back and quarterback...four-time selection to the Express-Times and Morning Call all-area teams...four-time All-Lehigh Valley Conference selection...Harrisburg Patriot-News "Platinum 33"...two-time Maxwell Football Club Mini Max Award recipient...compiled career statistics of 2,102 rushing yards, 1,232 receiving yards and 48 touchdowns...had five of his 21 career picks as a senior, including three against rival Phillipsburg (N.J.) on Thanksgiving Day...Easton Area National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete...four-year starter on defense and three-year starter on offense...led Easton to four district playoff berths...also earned four letters in baseball and three in basketball...selected to play in the Offense-Defense All-American Bowl and the Big 33 Football Classic...played under Coach Steve Shiffert.
Robb Houser, OL, 6-2, 285, Chico, Calif., Durham H.S., Butte College (Calif.) Top 100 junior-college prospect...considered one of the best offensive linemen in the California JUCO ranks...joined Pitt in January with junior eligibility and will participate in spring drills...two-time All-NorCal Conference selection...all-region honoree...two-year starter on Butte's offensive line, playing center...rated the nation's No. 2 JUCO center prospect by Scout...helped the Roadrunners rush for nearly 2,000 yards in 11 games his final season...helped Butte to a 7-4 mark, including a 61-33 victory over Delta College in the Stockman's Bank Bowl...played under Butte coach Jeff Jordan, a former graduate assistant at Pitt in 1997.
Lucas Nix, OL, 6-6, 300, Jefferson Hills, Pa., Thomas Jefferson Nationally coveted lineman prospect who was a dominant two-way performer for perennial power Thomas Jefferson High...Parade All-American...PrepStar "Dream Team"...SuperPrep All-American...selected to play in the 2008 U.S. Army All-American Bowl...rated one of the top 50 players in the country by PrepStar (No. 22), Scout (No. 28), Rivals (No. 39) and SuperPrep (No. 43)...two-time first-team selection on The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAA All-State Team at defensive tackle...rated Pennsylvania's No. 3 overall prospect by Rivals, Scout and Keystone Recruiting...rated one of the top 10 offensive tackle prospects in the country by Scout (No. 5) and Rivals (No. 9)...No. 7 offensive lineman by SuperPrep...is the No. 5 overall prospect on Scout's East Top 100 list...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette WPIAL Class AAA Player of the Year...compiled 67 tackles, four sacks and two fumble recoveries, including one for a touchdown his senior year...as an offensive lineman, Nix paved the way for a 1,500-yard rusher...four-year starter for Thomas Jefferson and was part of three WPIAL Class AAA championships and two PIAA titles during his career...as a senior led the Jaguars to a 16-0 record and their second PIAA title in four seasons...Thomas Jefferson went 55-5 (.917) during his four varsity seasons...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous 22"...Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 25"...Harrisburg Patriot-News "Platinum 33"...selected to play in the Big 33 Football Classic...Pitt and Thomas Jefferson have extensive ties...Lucas' brother Nate is a sophomore linebacker at Pitt...Thomas Jefferson head coach Bill Cherpak was a standout offensive lineman for the Panthers from 1985-89...additionally, former Jaguars star Dom DeCicco is a sophomore defensive back at Pitt.
Antwuan Reed, DB, 5-10, 180, Johnstown, Pa., Greater Johnstown Two-time first-team selection to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAA All-State Team as a running back...rushed for 4,276 yards in his high school career, averaging 8.5 yards per carry, and scored 55 total touchdowns...as a senior, Reed rushed for 1,915 yards on 220 carries (8.7 avg.) and 25 touchdowns...averaged an amazing 36.7 yards per catch (257 yards on seven catches) and had four TD receptions...his 26 total TDs and 158 points led all Johnstown area performers...rushed for 348 yards and four touchdowns and also had a receiving TD against Richland as a senior...had 328 yards and four TDs against Penn Cambria...also rushed for 292 yards on 28 carries (10.4 avg.) and scored six touchdowns against Somerset...as a junior, rushed for 1,461 yards on 142 carries - an average of 10.3 yards per carry - and scored 15 TDs and four two-point conversions...played safety on defense and compiled 180 tackles, five interceptions, three fumble recoveries and two defensive TDs for his career...named The Tribune-Democrat Offensive Player of the Year as a senior...three-time selection to The Tribune-Democrat All-Area Team...rated the No. 14 prospect in Pennsylvania by Scout, No. 28 by Keystone Recruiting and No. 31 by Rivals...considered the country's No. 18 cornerback prospect by Scout...PrepStar All-East Region...rated No. 37 on Scout's East Top 100 list...played under Coach Kevin Marabito...will join two fellow Greater Johnstown products at Pitt, including senior running back LaRod Stephens-Howling and sophomore offensive lineman Scott Corson.
Cameron Saddler, WR, 5-7, 170, Monroeville, Pa., Gateway Western Pennsylvania speedster who is rated the No. 8 all-purpose player in the country by Rivals...considered one of the best kick returners in WPIAL history, returning seven kickoffs for touchdowns over his final two seasons at Gateway, one short of a national record...despite teams rarely kicking to him his senior year, Saddler averaged 30.7 yards per kick return and 25.1 yards per punt return...rushed for 1,706 yards on 236 carries (7.2 avg.)...as a senior compiled 2,299 all-purpose yards and 31 touchdowns, including 24 rushing, three receiving and four on returns (two kickoffs and two punts)...named to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAAA All-State Team (first team) in the specialist category...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous 22"...Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 25"... Harrisburg Patriot-News "Platinum 33"...three-year starter at Gateway, playing running back and defensive back...led Gateway to a 24-11 mark (.686) during his career, including three WPIAL Class AAAA playoff berths...the Gators went 11-2 his senior season, capturing the "Big East" Conference championship and advancing to the WPIAL title game...scored on a hook-and-lateral play in the waning seconds of the WPIAL title game to force overtime...the TD was named ESPN's "Play of the Month" for November 2007...rated Pennsylvania's No. 10 prospect by Rivals, No. 12 by Scout and Keystone Recruiting and No. 18 by SuperPrep...rated No. 35 on Scout's East Top 100 list...SuperPrep All-Northeast Team...PrepStar All-East Region...rated the nation's No. 27 running back by Scout...played under Coach Terry Smith... selected to play in the Big 33 Classic...one of two Gateway products to sign with Pitt in 2008, joining linebacker Shayne Hale...they will join two other Gateway graduates at Pitt, sophomore linebacker Dan Loheyde and redshirt freshman receiver Aaron Smith.
Mike Shanahan, WR, 6-5, 220, North Huntingdon, Pa., Norwin Rangy receiver who was named to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAAA All-State Team (first team)...a Division I prospect in both football and basketball at Norwin...on the strength of an exceptional senior year, chose to pursue football in college...averaged 19.8 yards per catch with 37 receptions for 731 yards...scored 13 touchdowns...compiled 107 catches for more than 1,800 yards and 22 touchdowns for his career...as a safety, posted career statistics of 100 tackles and nine interceptions, including two picks returned for TDs...also had two punt returns for scores...caught five touchdowns in a single game vs. Gateway and also had a 98-yard TD reception vs. Pittsburgh Central Catholic...led team to the WPIAL Class AAAA playoffs each of his final two seasons...team went 7-4, advancing to the WPIAL quarterfinals his senior season...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous 22"...Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 25"... Harrisburg Patriot-News "Platinum 33"...three-time first team All-Foothills Conference...selected to play in the Big 33 Football Classic...played under Coach Dan Conwell...rated Pennsylvania's No. 16 overall prospect by Scout, No. 21 by SuperPrep, No. 24 by Keystone Recruiting and No. 37 by Rivals...rated No. 52 on Scout's East Top 100 list...PrepStar All-East Region...SuperPrep All-Northeast Team...selected to play in the Big 33 Football Classic...as a basketball standout, averaged 17.5 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists per game as a junior...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous Five" and Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 10" honoree in basketball...an AAU basketball teammate of fellow Pitt recruit Jonathan Baldwin.
Tino Sunseri, QB, 6-0, 200, Pittsburgh, Pa., Pittsburgh Central Catholic Athletic quarterback prospect who guided nearby Pittsburgh Central Catholic to a 16-0 record and the PIAA and WPIAL Class AAAA championships as a senior...the PrepStar All-American threw 23 touchdown passes against just four interceptions on the year...overall Sunseri completed 110-of-200 passes (55%) for 1,960 yards...named to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAAA All-State Team (second team)...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous 22"...Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 25"...rated the nation's No. 24 quarterback by Rivals and Scout...rated Pennsylvania's No. 22 overall prospect by Keystone Recruiting, No. 26 by Rivals and Scout and No. 30 by SuperPrep...rated No. 91 on Scout's East Top 100 list...SuperPrep All-Northeast Team...played under Coach Terry Totten...selected to play in the Big 33 Football Classic...father Sal was a standout linebacker at Pitt, lettering from 1979-81, and earning first-team All-America honors his senior year...Sal, who also graduated from Central Catholic, was on Pitt's coaching staff from 1984-92 and currently is the defensive line coach for the Carolina Panthers...Tino is one of two Central Catholic players to sign with the Panthers this year, joining defensive back Andrew Taglianetti...other Central Catholic products on Pitt's roster include junior linebacker Shane Murray and junior tight end John Pelusi.
Andrew Taglianetti, DB, 5-11, 175, Bridgeville, Pa., Pittsburgh Central Catholic Specialized in making big plays for Pittsburgh Central Catholic's undefeated state champion team...averaged 11.3 yards per carry, compiling 1,161 yards and 12 touchdowns on 103 attempts...averaged 24.7 yards per catch on 17 receptions for 420 yards...also had five interceptions as a defensive back...played versatile roles, lining up at receiver, running back, cornerback and returning punts and kicks...named to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAAA All-State Team (first team)...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette WPIAL Class AAAA Player of the Year...Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous 22"...Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 25"...led Central Catholic to a 16-0 record and the PIAA and WPIAL Class AAAA championships...rated the No. 32 prospect in Pennsylvania by SuperPrep and No. 43 by Scout...SuperPrep All-Northeast Team...played under Coach Terry Totten...selected to play in the Big 33 Football Classic...father, Peter, was an NHL player for the Pittsburgh Penguins...Andrew is one of two Central Catholic players to sign with the Panthers this year, joining quarterback Tino Sunseri...other Central Catholic products on Pitt's roster include junior linebacker Shane Murray and junior tight end John Pelusi.
Joe Trebitz, LB, 6-3, 200, Boca Raton, Fla., West Boca Raton Versatile linebacker prospect who played inside and outside during his high school career...South Florida Sun-Sentinel first-team All-County selection...started every game in West Boca Raton's four-year history...led the team in tackles for four straight seasons...four-year starter at linebacker and three-year starter at fullback...as a senior compiled 115 tackles, four sacks, five pass breakups, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries...led team to a combined 16-7 mark over his junior and senior seasons, including two Florida 4A playoff berths...team went 9-2 his junior year, earning the first state playoff berth in school history... selected to play in the Outback Senior All-Star Game...three-time West Boca Raton defensive MVP...Principal's Award for academic achievement...played under Coach Willie Dodaro, a Western Pennsylvania native.
Ryan Turnley, OL, 6-6, 300, Aliquippa, Pa., Hopewell Big offensive line prospect who was named to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AAA All-State Team (second team) despite a senior season hindered by a shoulder injury...All-Parkway Conference...two-year starter at offensive tackle for Hopewell and a three-year varsity letterman...rated one of the top 40 prospects in Pennsylvania by Scout (No. 31) and Rivals (No. 40)...PrepStar All-East Region...helped team to the WPIAL Class AAA playoffs and a 9-2 record as a junior...played under Coach Dave Vestal...joins fellow Hopewell product Craig Bokor, a junior defensive lineman at Pitt...Hopewell also produced Pitt's legendary Hall of Fame running back Tony Dorsett, who won the 1976 Heisman Trophy and led the Panthers to the national championship that same season.
Justin Virbitsky, TE, 6-4, 240, Jermyn, Pa., Lakeland Four-year varsity letterman and three-year starter at Lakeland...started his final three seasons at both tight end and defensive end...named to The Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AA All-State Team (first team) as a defensive lineman...compiled 56 solo tackles and four sacks as a senior...had 58 tackles as a junior...playing in a run-oriented offense, averaged 18.9 yards per catch his final two seasons (12 catches for 227 yards) with three touchdowns...two-time first team all-conference and all-region...WNEP-TV "Dream Team"...rated the No. 45 prospect in Pennsylvania by Scout...helped Lakeland to two District 2 Class AA championships and four playoff berths during his career...the Chiefs went a combined 40-11 (.784) during his four varsity seasons...played under Coach Dan Case.
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European Central Bank President Mario Draghi has announced his much-anticipated bond-buying plan. The short version: The bank will purchase sovereign bonds on the open market in unlimited quantities, but only after troubled countries request the aid and agree to fiscal conditions that other euro-area governments would impose.
It's not the shock and awe we called for, but it is an important move and could relieve the financial pressure on Spain, Italy and other distressed euro-area governments. However, we have a few reservations.
Before we get to them, give Draghi some credit for pressing on with his plan over the opposition of Germany's Bundesbank. Give Draghi credit, too, for the fact that his diagnosis of the problem is mostly correct.
The price of Spanish and Italian debt had begun to reflect not just solvency concerns but also the fear that the euro system might unravel. Guaranteeing the integrity of the currency system -- which is how Draghi rationalizes his plan -- is a proper and reasonable role for the ECB.
Draghi was also right to say that the ECB's interventions would be "unlimited." An arbitrary ceiling would have given the markets a target to shoot down. A similar logic applies to his decision not to announce a formal cap on borrowing costs for countries whose bonds the ECB will buy. That would have failed the credibility test and been one more hostage to fortune.
Damaging Concessions
Unfortunately, the plan, forthrightly named Outright Monetary Transactions, makes two damaging concessions to the Bundesbank and its allies. One is that the ECB will sterilize its bond purchases -- meaning that it will offset any effects they might have on the euro-area money supply. This is meant to reassure inflation hawks. At the moment, it would be better to ignore them.
The ECB's new forecasts point to a continuing euro-area recession. The immediate risk of higher inflation comes from planned increases in indirect taxes, part of Europe's overzealous austerity drive, not excess demand. Monetary stimulus through unsterilized bond-buying -- quantitative easing, as it's called -- is warranted for the euro area just as it is for the U.S. It's a shame the ECB ruled it out.
Granted, sterilization shouldn't stop ECB bond purchases from doing what Draghi wants them to do: lowering the cost of borrowing for countries thought to be at risk of insolvency or of being ejected from the euro system.
His other concession to orthodox central banking is his promise that the ECB won't buy bonds unless the countries concerned have a policy-adjustment program with the temporary bailout fund or its permanent successor, the European Stability Mechanism. Moreover, Draghi said, the ECB would suspend its bond purchases if a borrower fell out of compliance.
To serve effectively as a lender of last resort to governments -- the role Draghi is reluctantly assuming -- the ECB needs to act instantly and on its own initiative. Complex loan conditionality managed by other agencies introduces further delay and uncertainty into a situation already plagued by both. Rather than outsource the job, the ECB should have its own process to determine whether governments are acting responsibly.
Conditionality also creates the opportunity to game the rules. Once a country has a fiscal disciplinary program and the ECB is buying its bonds, could the bank credibly promise to stop the purchases and risk bringing the ceiling down on the entire euro system? We doubt it.
All this assumes, of course, that the German constitutional court doesn't simply strike down the ESM next week when it gives a provisional ruling on the program.
Draghi's plan is flawed, as it was bound to be, given Europe's tangled politics, opaque constitutional arrangements and opposing economic philosophies. It's progress nonetheless.
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In the heart of Hong Kong's financial district there is a discreet den for men who have a taste for fine wine, designer menswear and good British grub.
Three high-end brands have partnered to create a one-stop shop of masculine luxury. Berrys' Fine Wine Reserve by fine wine merchant Berry Bros & Rudd and Alfie's by KEE (KEE Club is a private-member club targeting the city's upper crust), have joined Alfred Dunhill at the complex known as the Hong Kong Home of Alfred Dunhill to create a trio of quintessential Britishness at one of the city's most prestigious addresses: the Prince's Building in Central.
Without leaving the plush premises, the epicurean visitor can invest in a bespoke tailoring service, a selection of the world's most respected wines, a full range of wine-related services – such as investment and brokerage advice – and a fresh interpretation of classic British cuisine, including tricked-up versions of bangers and mash, fish and chips and cottage pie.
The food and wine ventures are adjacent to each other upstairs. It's an intimate set-up. Wine from Berry's accounts for about 60 per cent of Alfie's wine list. In addition, wines bought at Berry's can be consumed in the restaurant free of corkage.
Alfie's interior features leather and dark woods, rich fabrics, tribal carpets and large mirrors. The adjoining lounge is a nod to relaxation with its worn leather sofas.
"It's about convenience," says James Owen, fine wine manager at Berry Bros & Rudd, Hong Kong. "This partnership is a first of a kind for Berry's in Asia."
Berrys' Fine Wine Reserve is the second store in Hong Kong for Britain's oldest wine and spirit merchant. The company opened an office in Hong Kong in 1999, and its first store, since closed, in Causeway Bay in 2003.
The latest venture at Dunhill's has a moody, masculine interior with a mirrored ceiling, swivel leather armchairs, floor-to-ceiling glass wine cabinets, and richly coloured rugs. There is a tasting area and 32 individual wine bins that are offered to customers by invitation only. Twenty three of the bins are currently rented out.
The top drop here is a 1950 Château Pétrus Pomerol Bordeaux. There is one 1.5-litre bottle available for $HK188,000 ($24,264). Three bottles of 1945 Château Mouton Rothschild Pauillac Bordeaux, retailing for $HK180,000, were originally shipped from Berry's British cellars. One sold last year to a Chinese collector.
The most popular wines are the reds of Bordeaux and Burgundy in France. These drops as well as champagne from Rhône-et-Loire and Alsace account for about 70 per cent of Berry's Hong Kong wine list.
"The remainder would mostly be from Italy, Spain and the New World – Australia, the US, New Zealand, South America and South Africa, with a small amount of English wine, particularly sparkling," Owen says. "I've noticed a rising demand for the wines of Italy, particularly those from Piedmont, in northern Italy."
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All looks great, nice pic's.. Video was funny, I was thinking the same thing about the expressions ..
So I think I'm heading the Sheffield Film and Comic Con again this year, so I have until August to iron out some issues.
Firstly, I'm a little stuck with how to attach my collar armour to my vest.
I currently have three press stud attachments on the collar piece; one on left corner, one on the right corner and one in the middle. With the weight of the jetpack, the harness tugs back and unsnaps the centre press stud within three steps in the suit. I need a method of attachment for this centre area which is harder wearing than press studs but also easy to attach given that it's awkward enough trying to pop the collar plate press studs in place. I don't see the eyelet bolt working given this reason; I just wouldn't be able to get underneath the vest to attach it. Magnets, I'm not sure they would hold either. I've had N52 magnets before which were strong, but given the pull is enough to completely unsnap a press stud, I'm not sure it would be enough? And velcro is definitely not strong enough. Any ideas?
I'm going to attempt to repair the electronics on the blaster. I'm sure the trigger is no longer hitting the button inside, although there's no rattling to suggest anything has broken off or come loose. I'll only be able to tell when I open it up. Since I bondoed up the screw holes (go me) I'll have to cut into the receiver housing and hope I can fix it up later.
I'll buy a extension cable for my Aker. I installed my mic in my helmet rather than wearing it, so I wrapped the mic lead around the inside of the crown of the helmet and let a short amount dangle so if I want to remove the helmet, I just have to disconnect the cable and take it off. But I'll need that extension cable that will run up from the amp on my waist up to my neck. I'm calling it a day on the voice changer. I had high hopes for the Voice Synth app, but on the day, it was picking up all sorts of feedback despite turning the volume right down in-app, and my friends said that they could hear an offputting delay between when I spoke and when it came out the speaker. I'm not quite sure how others have gotten it to work, but even when using the recommended cables, it wasn't coming out good.
Velcro the ammo pouch and cod/kidney plates to the flight suit which will stop them sagging.
Fiberglass repair work on one of the knees when my friend managed to knock it off the bed and step on it in one motion. I was laughing a lot more than he was.
I'm going to give it another troop before I decide what to do with the jetpack harness and if I want to replace it. On the first day, it may have just been bad form on my behalf letting myself slouch lower and lower until I couldn't straighten my back, since I coped better the second day when I endeavoured to stand upright with my back arched. For those experienced trooping Fetts, do you tend to have a sore back a couple of days after? Is that just something to expect?
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really cool costume. How did you get the large gap between the bottom of your flak vest and the top of the ammo belt? I've been after this look for ages but just can't achieve it. Does you vest just sit high, or your ammo belt low, or are you just tall lol?
Awesome wip , new to the scene and full of questions and this thread ticks a few boxes . Unsure arm wether to do a fett build or fett inspired cos. where in the UK are you from ?
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Destination: Europe - Eastern Mediterranean
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The dining room Grand Cuvee was great from ambience to service to the food taste and choices. We had dinner every night in the dining room. We enjoyed our waiters and out table mates--8.There were ample choices but always something for everyone. Our waiter explained the daily chef recommendations in detail and kept us abreast of daily activities and informed us of the time changes (six). They could not have been more accommodating and I only wish we could receive service like this in the US.
The shows were diverse with something for everyone every night. A Beatles touring group was unbelievable, cirque de soleil show, comediennes and Broadway shows were inviting and something to look forward to daily.
The Captain (Dimertius) was very funny and extremely accessible.We also loved the cruise director Lisa and she was professional funny and even entertained one evening with her beautiful voice.
We were in More Concierge class and I would highly recommend it.. Larger rooms, bedding, pillows, towels and bathroom with great shower head and afternoon canapes..Room service was good and was right on time with every order. The lawn club on 15 was a nice touch for playing Bacci ball and croquet. There was always something to do and the ship was full but you never felt cramped or overcrowded. The Aqua Spa was a nice relief indoor with not children allowed under 16 with great organic food, AHI Tuna and other fresh assortments.i
All the staff was extremely accommodating and couldn't do enough for you.
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Located in the St Gertrud district of Lübeck, this large hostel is 493 feet from the banks of the River Wakenitz. It offers simple accommodation with Wi-Fi access. Decorated in neutral colours, rooms at the Jugendherberge Lübeck Vor dem Burgtor feature classic-style interiors and solid wooden furniture. Wash basins are included in all rooms and shared bathroom facilities are in the hallway. Vor dem Burgtor provides a light breakfast each morning, and meals can also be prepared in the common kitchen. Freshly-caught fish is served in the restaurants just a 5-minute walk from the hostel. The gothic-style Burgtor Gate and St Jacobi Church are located in the historic Old Town, just a 10-minute walk from the hostel. Guests are also welcome to relax in the hostel's games room. Gustav Radbruch Platz bus stop is 1,313 feet from Vor dem Burgtor, and provides a connection to Lübeck Central Train Station 1.6 miles away.


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