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Has anyone had any experience with using matchmover with Vue? I just gave it a go and wasn't very successful, granted i'm pretty new to Vue so maybe i'm missing something.
When inputting the distance value into MM what would you suggest?
My test resulting in the camera going complete off the scale, not sure if it was too big or two small, but the viewport was black.
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The harried drama of college basketball in March has come and past, and now, it is time for lacrosse to take its place among the madness. With the end of the Division II season drawing closer, and the NCAA Tournament around the corner, one team is making a run to the top that few thought would be there at season's beginning.
The Mercy College Mavericks are in their second year of competition, but already they are becoming a household name and a force to be reckoned with in the tough East Coast Conference. With just one loss on their difficult schedule, the Mavericks are sitting pretty at 8-1, a great improvement from their 5-10 finish in their inaugural season.
Mercy is ranked No. 6 in the latest USILA Division II Coaches Poll.
"We had real good guys last year, we just didn't have enough of them" says Head Coach Steve Manitta. "We would stay with (teams) in the first half but then the wheels would fall off."
Coach Manitta comes to the Mavericks from Chatham High School in New Jersey and after taking the first year off from competition to recruit, he believes he has put together a team that can compete in a difficult conference. "When you talk about the ECC, you talk about C.W. Post and New York Tech. We'd like to be mentioned (in those talks)."
Mercy has put together a young team with players that carry a "huge chip on their shoulders" from last year according to Coach Manitta. The biggest question for the Mavericks after their successful start is whether they can keep it going until the NCAA Tournament.
Getting into the four-team tournament will be difficult for the Mavericks: C.W. Post and Mercyhurst would likely each have to stumble while Mercy wins out. DII teams have the toughest odds of making the postseason, with 1 in every 10.5 teams getting a bid (1 in 7.8 in DIII, 1 in 3.8 in DI).
"If we win (the conference) we know we have a shot at that weekend" added Coach Manitta.
The Mavericks have five games left on their schedule, but the wins won't come easy. With dates against C.W. Post, Seton Hill and Dowling coming up, Mercy has a challenge on its hands.
With two young freshmen leading the team in points in Jesse Wood and Quadear Mike, it will be interesting to see if the Mavericks can hold it together come playoff time.
Coach Manitta attributes some of the team's success to the play of their goalkeeper, T.J. DiCarlo, a player he describes as "very laid back, very calm and always in control". A goalie by nature is usually a little different psychologically, but Coach Manitta says the Mavericks "put all our eggs in one basket with this kid."
With this being just the second year of competition for the Mavericks, and the team doing so well, Coach Manitta is hoping it will help them to grow the program more. With ties in the Central New York and New Jersey areas, Manitta could have great recruiting classes in the years to come. Although he is used to success, coaching in State Championship games during his days at Chatham, there would be nothing quite like a spot in the National Championship game. As Coach Manitta put it, "playing on that stage would be a dream come true."

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MSNBC's O'Donnell failed to identify Matalin as Allen campaign adviser, misrepresented recent polls
During the November 7 edition of MSNBC's Decision 2006: Battleground America, host Norah O'Donnell did not identify Republican political strategist Mary Matalin as an adviser to the campaign of incumbent Sen. George Allen (R-VA), despite a question from O'Donnell about potential "monkey business" in the Virginia Senate race. As Matalin denied the charge "that Republicans are engaged in dirty tricks in Virginia," on-screen text throughout the interview identified Matalin simply as a "Republican strategist." As Media Matters for America has noted [1], Chris Cillizza, editor of washingtonpost.com's political weblog The Fix, wrote [2] in an April 6 post that Matalin had "join[ed] Team Allen" to "oversee fundraising for the Allen Victory Committee. Funds raised for the state GOP will go to get-out-the-vote efforts, according to Allen chief of staff Dick Wadhams." On October 29, the Allen campaign issued a press release [3] in which Matalin, who was identified as an "informal advisor to the Allen campaign," attacked Allen's Democratic opponent, former Navy Secretary James Webb.
Earlier in the interview, O'Donnell failed to challenge Matalin's claim that "[i]f you look at all the polls from over the weekend, it shows that it's closed considerably." As Media Matters noted [4], while some polls do show the gap between Republicans and Democrats has narrowed to seven percentage points or lower, several other recent polls -- including those from Time, CNN, and Newsweek -- show Democrats with a lead in excess of 15 percentage points over Republicans. The two most recent polls, from CNN [5] and Fox News [6], show Democrats with double-digit leads. Later, during an interview with Republican National Committee chairman Ken Mehlman, O'Donnell noted a Pew Research Center poll, which shows the generic congressional race tightening, but again failed to note any of the polls that show Democrats with at least a 15-point lead in the generic congressional poll. She then left unchallenged Mehlman's claim that "you've had four public polls that have come out in the last 48 hours all showing big Republican gains, showing the generic ballot between Republicans and Democrats cut in half."
From the 10 a.m. ET hour of the November 7 edition of MSNBC's Decision 2006: Battleground America:
O'DONNELL: But first we're joined by Republican strategist Mary Matalin. Mary, good to see you.
MATALIN: Miss O'Donnell, good morning. Happy voting day.
O'DONNELL: Happy voting day to you. First I want to ask you about the general landscape today. All the great political prognosticators out there say that it looks like the Democrats will retake the House, and in the Senate, it is going to be very close. Why has this year been so tough for Republicans?
MATALIN: Well, all the prognosticators have been proved slightly off the mark from where they were last week, which was a tsunami, a wave, the Republicans were going to be wiped out. If you look at all the polls from over the weekend that it's closed considerably. And races that are in the margin of error, which are many, particularly those in the House. And we've seen independents and moderates switching. We've seen the job approval of the president and on Iraq, approval of Iraq going up. We've seen the generic ballot close, so we've seen -- and we've seen conservatives come home, which they always do. So the prognosticators of last week are hedging their bets this morning.
O'DONNELL: Mary, let me ask you about -- I know you live in Virginia, of course you're a voter there -- about what's going on now. Democrats say that Republicans are engaged in dirty tricks in Virginia. Is that what's going to be this about later tonight? That we're going to find out that there was a lot of money business going on?
MATALIN: Whoa, there's a big surprise. I have been doing this for 26 years. I've never been in an Election Day where Democrats didn't charge if they lose it's because of some kind of fraud. We put $4 billion into improving the voting machines and all of that business. This is a perennial charge. It's not happening. People are working like crazy out there to get out the vote. And Virginia is a 50 -- well, is, you know -- Allen has won by narrow margins there, but he does have a long history. People know him there, and they know his record of accomplishments from high tech to education. And, you know, he'll be able to get it out. But it's a changing demographics [sic] in that state, and it's going to be close.
O'DONNELL: Ken, I know under your leadership, the RNC has certainly been touting that you believe there is more enthusiasm in the final week among Republican voters, that you have closed the gap to some degree, perhaps limited your losses in many of these races, that according to the Pew poll. But do you acknowledge, though, that the House is pretty much gone at this point?
MEHLMAN: I do not. I think that there are a number of races, probably 30 races that are jump-ball races and the margin of error right now, and we'll see how those races actually turn out.
O'DONNELL: Can you be specific? Because many people might hear you say that and say, "Are they just trying to be optimistic?"
MEHLMAN: No, I mean, I can be specific --
O'DONNELL: What specifically gives you optimism that Republicans will be able to limit losses?
MEHLMAN: A couple things. One is the fact that you've had four public polls that have come out in the last 48 hours all showing big Republican gains, showing the generic ballot between Republicans and Democrats cut in half. If you average those polls, the generic ballot is 6 percent for the Democrats, the same place it was in '98 when you fundamentally had a status-quo election.
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The minor in Legal Thought and Liberal Arts is designed to provide an interdisciplinary liberal arts program for students in any major who intend to enter the legal profession. The minor will be of particular benefit to pre-law students whose majors are more professional in nature and who are not exposed to the broader liberal arts curriculum. Students will be introduced to major intellectual traditions of the West and to ethical, social, and economic issues of significance to our time. The courses in the minor require that students read critically, think logically, and write clearly - attributes required of persons in the legal profession. Students wishing to minor in Legal Thought and Liberal Arts should contact the pre-professional advisor in room 107 Scates Hall.
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Economic Context of the Law: ECON 2010, 2020, 3411, 4130.
Historical Context of the Law: HIST 3121, 4506, 3840.
Practical Foundations of Jurisprudence: CJUS 3510, 4521; POLS 3219, 4212, 4405, 4504.
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New England beat Houston on penalties, 6-5, Tuesday in the 2008 SuperLiga final, following an enthralling 2-2 tie in regulation and overtime. As good and dramatic as the match was, it lacked the rivalry and intensity present when MLS teams meet their Mexican counterparts, as was the case both years in the semifinals as well as group play.
"Was it the same the second year? Probably not," says Galaxy president Alexi Lalas, whose team forced overtime in the 2007 final when Chris Klein equalized with a spectacular bicycle kick in stoppage time. "But tournaments always can't be perfect. So, yeah, I think there is a future for it, both from a competitive side and a business side."
Only 12,500 fans watched the 2007 final at HDC, with capacity limited to that figure so the roads and parking lots at the stadium and adjacent Cal State University Dominguez Hills wouldn't be overcrowded. For its other SuperLiga games, the Galaxy drew good crowds regardless of the opposition: 19,317 for Pachuca in group play and 17,223 for D.C. United in the semifinal. Its match in Dallas drew 21,576 fans who witness an amazing 6-5 Galaxy win.
This year, the New England semi (against Atlante) and final at Gillette Stadium drew crowds of 8,302, and 9,242, respectively. In the other semifinal last week, Houston beat Pachuca in front of 16,679 fans.
"Our experience in the first year probably differed than that of the MLS teams in the second year, but we saw it as a wonderful tournament," says Lalas. "We were disappointed to lose in the final but, the fans who attended those games, including the final, had to be proud and excited about what it became. We at the Galaxy will continue to support it, and hopefully make a return to it."
By beating three Mexican teams - Atlante, Santos Laguna, and defending champion Pachuca - by 1-0 shutouts, New England midfielder Khano Smith believes his teammates proved they could adapt to a style of play different from that of the typical MLS match
"They are really good soccer players," says Smith. "The whole thing in Mexico is being technical and they're good at that. But overall our athletic ability and our strength is what did it for us.
"We were faster and stronger and just better athletes. They may have been better soccer players but our athleticism won the games for us. Obviously, they're in preseason so they're not as strong as they could be. They just couldn't handle us."
Smith's fellow midfielder Shalrie Joseph thinks the possession style played by most Mexican teams also brought out some characteristics Revs Coach Steve Nicol tries to impart to his team, which abounds with players eager to sweep up the ball and go to goal with it.
"SuperLiga gives you a different perspective than any MLS game," says Joseph, who scored three goals in SuperLiga play from serves by Steve Ralston. "The Mexicans, they play such a possession game, they move the ball from the forward to the back.
"Everybody wants to get a touch. Against a team that likes to keep possession, we like to try and keep possession. It's good for MLS teams to play Mexican teams and measure ourselves against them."
SuperLiga 2008 hit a few bumps along the way. The Houston and New England players angered MLS management by agreeing to pool the money paid out to players on the winning team ($150,000) and the runnerup ($100,000), after the league blocked an attempt by Dynamo operator-investor AEG to pay its own SuperLiga bonuses. The MLS Players' Union contended this action violates the Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiated by the MLSPU and MLS and filed a grievance, which will be arbitrated in the fall.
After losing their semifinals with the unwitting assistance of some poor officiating, Atlante and Pachuca players, coaches and officials swarmed onto the field to scuffle and bicker.
Lalas, though, points out such scenes are hardly unknown in the world of competitive soccer, and many matches have been marred by incidents far worse. "What was funny to me was the surprise," says Lalas, who during his career as U.S. international once took a kick to the groin from Mexic's Ramon Ramirez.
"This should not be surprising at all. We're kind of naïve to think this isn't what happens everywhere around the world, and that MLS teams don't do it is a credit to the honor and the professionalism that a lot of times we show."
And as for the poor sportsmanship shown by the Mexican teams after the semifinals? All part of the show, and the rivalry, and proof positive that teams on both sides of the border don't like to lose to their neighbors.
"It's fun to see the Mexican teams with their bravado get taken down a peg or two and have New England run through some of the best teams from Mexico, and also to see them cry like babies at the end of the game," says Lalas. "That's fun, because it validates what a lot of us believe, in that not only can we compete against Mexican teams, but in many cases, we're better than Mexican teams, regardless of what they'd like to believe."


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Some headteachers are considering building playgrounds on school roofs or opening classrooms in disused pubs and retail parks to cope with demand.
Local authorities have been hit by a triple-whammy of unprecedented demand for place, decreasing funding and a lack of new sites for school expansion.
London's 33 boroughs face a shortage of more than 101,000 permanent primary school places by 2016-17.
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Developed by Madison and his colleagues who did not see majority rule as a foolproof solution to the dangers of strong government
Also know as a Republic.
Every democracy more complicated than a small town tends to be Representative Democracy. citizens elect leaders to govern them rather than choosing policies themselves.
Those who opposed the ratification of the Constitution.
Thomas Jefferson
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should federal courts have the authority to strike down laws that violate the Constitution?
Initiated by FDR
Wide array of proposals expanding the fedral government's power to stimulate economic recovery. Effected by Supreme Court interpretations of the commerce clause that centralized government authority.
Block: intergovernmental grants with a broad set of objectives, minimal restrictions, and maximum discretion for local officials
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Congress has the control over interstate trade.
Marble Cake Federalism (1900-1960s)
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Also known as the elastic clause.
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As Scarab enters the Half Past Inn that evening, with a new offer and some information to relay to Soran, she finds both Soran and Syla at one of the tables, various maps and papers spread between them as they talk. The bartender is there as she always is, while a few other men and woman of the resistance discuss things at other tables.
Scarab steps inside the Inn quickly, leaning against the wall near a table with a sigh of relief escaping her lips. She looks a bit bothered by something for certain, though it's not easy to tell what it is at first glance. There's also the faintest trace of jade peeping out from one of the folds of her loose scarf.
Soran glances up as Scarab enters before grinning slightly as he waves. "Evening, Scarab. Everything alright?" Syla turns in her seat a bit before waving with a smile as well. Neither seem to notice the jade just yet.
Scarab looks over at her benefactor, and shrugs once. "That depends."
Soran raises an eyebrow slightly as he tilts his head. "...On?"
<Scarab> I have news, good... bad... and then, something else rather.., interesting, to say the least.
He nods, gathering up the papers and setting them aside. Syla shifts her seat some as well before gesturing for Scarab to take a seat at the table as well while speaking. "So what's up, then?"
Scarab walks closer to the two, having a seat with them. She doesn't quite relax like usual in the chair, a bit of tension still in her body language. "Well, firstly.. to be blunt.. I hope you don't mind that I ignored your movement restrictions to get valuable information."
Soran manages a faint grin. "I suspected one or two of you would go against it. At least you're far more proficent at sneaking around than some of the others."
<Scarab> That's correct. I'm used to this sort of thing. I figured any intelligence on the soldiers moving into town rapidly could be useful.
Soran nods again. "It definitetly would be. So what have you found?"
Scarab rubs her chin a few times. "While staking out the marketplace, I happened upon a brave resistance supporter being struck down by what appears to be a prominent Dragon-Blooded general sent in here. She goes by the name of Dendra.
Soran frowns slightly before nodding. "Of Blue Water, is the rest of her title." He sighs. "News of a kid attacking a Dragon Blooded was heard. I didn't know Dendra was the one they sent. She's... quite powerful, to say the least."
<Scarab> This woman is NOTHING like the firey warrior we encountered earlier. A definite professional in every manner. Her grace with a sword is only matched by what seems her utter cruelty to the weak...
<Scarab> Or at least, the people not on her "winning team" so to speak.
Soran nods, closing his eyes. "Her abilities aren't unknown to me. Her presence here will complicate things until we finally leave, more than likely." Syla meanwhile frowns. "Least she wasn't the escort for the investigator. Things would have gone a lot worse then."
Scarab nods in agreement to the wind spirit.
<Scarab> Good point. But this is definitely getting ugly fast. We can't remain here much longer before they uncover our network.
Scarab looks around and the common room once, then back at Soran and company. "However, there's a lot more than happened at the marketplace that I'm not sure you heard about."
Soran nods. "We should be ready to move in two days or so." He tilts his head slightly. "Oh? What's that?"
<Scarab> Well, I had no trouble avoiding unwanted eyes from the Realm troopers, but a strange woman seemed to notice me.
Syla blinks a couple of times. "Really?"
<Scarab> A woman all in black, with pale skin, like it had never seen the sun. Madam Tanoi was her title. She was quite friendly.. obviously not working for the Realm, either.
Scarab looks pensive. "Something about her mannerism bothered me... I can't put my finger on what it is, just an unsettled feeling she gave me."
Soran blinks once, twice, then a third time. "...Tanoi? Are you sure?" Syla glances over at Soran, frowning now.
<Scarab> Using my cover we simply engaged in some idle conversation in the meat tent, and I happened to follow her back to her mansion.
<Scarab> This is where it gets interesting...
They nod, remaining silent as you speak.
Scarab lowers her voice. "Portraying msyelf as an info monger, I discovered she was very interested in searching for a lost sister of hers. The more she began to describe her appearance... violet eyes, beautiful face, an interest in sorcery... it immediately dawned on me that she was describing Ciel."
<Scarab> She did in fact look very similar... I don't doubt that that they may be sisters.
<Scarab> Then she even told me the name straight out, meaning "Beloved" in an ancient language.
Soran blinks a few more times, leaning back as his expression darkens. "Sister. Pale skin that has never seen the sun... And the name." He mutters a curse. "I see. What did you tell her, if anything?"
<Scarab> Originally from the East, the family moved here a year after the disappearance with her father. Apparently a VERY wealthy man, at that....
Scarab pauses to consider. "Not trusting her motives as simply reuniting a shattered family, I did not reveal anything too specific. Other than I might have a contact who has seen her pass through town."
<Scarab> This hit the spot dead on, as she was immediately asking all sorts of questions the vagueness didn't cover. I promised to return to her with more info when I could, hoping to size this up with you first.
Soran nods. "That's good, at least. This Tanoi is much more than she appears to be, let me assure you." He rubs his forehead. "She knows Ciel, and the two would have been sisters in a sense had others been able to have their way. I would ask you lead her astray with false information." He looks at Scarab. "And she probably already knows of your true nature, considering she is somewhat similiar, just... twisted."
Scarab then pulls away her scarf to reveal an absolutely exquiste fine jade necklace. "This was a token of our agreement, and by the looks of it, her burning desire to see Ciel."
Syla lets out a whistle.
Scarab grins once at Syla.
Scarab doesn't hold it for long as now Soran commands her attention. "Twisted? Like.. how?"
Five_Pillars comes into the room. "Hey, Soran." He says "The guys holding our friend the Son of Hesiah say he's trying to burn the place down again. They asked you to come down."
Five_Pillars jerks a finger towards the doorway.
Soran's expression hardens. "When she says she's from the East, she refers to the city of Thorns. A shadowland. She... used to be like you and the others, until she was killed by the Wyld Hunt. She came back though, but as a champion of death." Soran glances over at Five, frowning. "Again? What are we going to /do/ with that kid?" He gets to his feet, frowning. "We'll finish this later, Scarab." He heads for the trapdoor, opening it and descending into the tunnel as he shuts it behind him. Syla meanwhile gathers up the papers and brings them over, smiling slightly at Five. "Evening, Five Pillars."
<Five_Pillars> He nods at her. "Goodnight, Syla. And thank you." He bows, slightly, and heads towards Scarab.
Scarab looks a bit confused at this explaination, hmming softly to herself.
She smiles. "No problem." She finishes putting the papers away before disappearing.
Five_Pillars says "So. Scarab. I don't think we've really had much time to talk."
Scarab straightens up and covers up the necklace again, not sure if she wants to display proudly what now very well might be a gift from an udnead woman. She tries to smile at Five, but obviously it's not working all that well.
<Five_Pillars> Five says "... but something's wrong."
<Five_Pillars> Five sits down at the table. "What happened?"
<Scarab> Just some recon work turning out a little bit interesting.
Scarab sighs. "Okay. Maybe disconcerting is more the right word for it."
<Five_Pillars> He raises a wrinkled brow. "You want to talk about it?"
Scarab shrugs. "Soran got me all wound up inside. Might as well keep going."
<Five_Pillars> Five nods. "Well. It won't leave me." He says "So what happened?"
<Scarab> Realm servants are one thing, but then Soran tells me this woman I met named Madam Tanoi is a "Champion of Death". A twisted , dead Exalted or something. And she just happens to be looking for Ciel.
Five_Pillars says "I see. I take it you and Madam Tanoi ..."
Scarab drums her fingers on the tabletop. "We met while I was observing Dragon-Blooded brutality in the market square. She was able to pierce my disguise somehow, but was friendly, almost terribly so."
Five_Pillars says "I see. And you're worried that you put the rest of us, and the hundreds of mortals depending on us, in grave danger, because of what you did."
<Scarab> Ehh... well, yes. Not my first choice.
Five_Pillars says "Well. You didn't do it on purpose. You're not the type."
Five_Pillars says "You can't blame yourself. If anything, Soran should have told us Ciel was mixed up with these people. But he's the one holding his cards so close to his chest."
<Scarab> You do realize this is important. If she's on the trail of Ciel, now it's my job to throw her off of it. I'm doing Soran a favor here.
Five_Pillars says "She saw through you once. Obviously something a little more ... direct, is required, to discourage her."
Five_Pillars cracks his knuckles.
Five_Pillars says "We'll be leaving in a day or two anyway, so it's too late to worry about it now. But if she follows us." He grins. "You and I can go pay her a visit, and dissuade her."
Scarab glances sidelong at Five. "For an old man, you sure are a tough cookie."
Five_Pillars says "Hey. That's no way to talk to somebody who could be your grandfather. What does your grandmother look like, again?"
Five_Pillars winks.
Scarab rolls her eyes. "Ugh. My grandfather thinks I'm a disgrace to the family ancestors. Don't remind me." :P
Five_Pillars says "So. For now, we'll let Soran deal with this. But if those eyes of yours catch this gal again, let me know."
Five_Pillars says "In the meantime, however. I have something for you. A little thank you, for the last job."
Scarab stares at Five. "What are you thanking me for? -- not that I mind presents."
Five_Pillars lays a flexible metal glove on the table, so well made it moves and flexes without a sound, fingerless.
Five_Pillars says "Things got a little hairy, once Diamond lost control. You shouldered the burden. Literally."
Five_Pillars says "That should fit under those gloves you always wear"
Scarab reaches out to examine the workmanship of the gloves, looking surprised.
<Scarab> Well, well... this is unexpected. Did you make this yourself?
Five_Pillars says "Push a bit of essence into it.
Five_Pillars says "No. We don;t have time for me to make you a proper one. Yet."
Five_Pillars says "I did, however, do a little bit of work on it."
Scarab takes off the black leather glove of her gripepr set and flexes her slender fingers once. She then tries slipping the metallic fingerless one on in it's place, pushing the tiniest portion of the energy of Creation into it as well as her hand.
The gauntlet frosts over, becoming ice cold, as waves of cold radiate off of it.
Five_Pillars says "Hit somebody with that, and they'll notice it."
Scarab makes a fist a few times, obviously liking what she sees. "This must be my lucky day."
Five_Pillars grins. "Just make sure you turn it off before you shake any hands. And thank Syla. She helped."
Scarab turns her hand over a few times idly.
Five_Pillars says "Anyway. I figured a little bit more punch, and some metal between you and a sword wouldn't go awry"
<Scarab> Eh-heh. Well, you've got my thanks, Five Pillars! I'll say one thing though... you're probably the most reliable one here.
Five_Pillars shrugs. "I can count on you. You've been very reliable, and we both know that if you wanted to run, you have plenty of chances, and we'd never find you."
Scarab begins chuckling to herself.
<Scarab> That's one way of putting it. Of course you realize, I may not continue to help Soran. But our goals intersect for now.
Five_Pillars nods. "I may not, either."
Five_Pillars says "Anyway. I have things still left to do tonight. But I'm going to do some sparring later tonight."
Five_Pillars says "Feel free to come down to the courtyard after dinner. A little bit of combat practice certainly can't hurt."
Scarab nods once. "What the hell. I have some stress I need to get out anyway."
Five_Pillars nods. "Go0d. I'll see you there." He stands, and holds out his hand. "It's good to know you;re with us, Scarab."
Scarab stands as well and almost forgets to turn the freezing guantlet off before shaking his! Luckily she catches herself and the resulting handshake is not too chilly.
<Five_Pillars> Five grins, and heads up to check on Camel.
<Scarab> Nice to know you've got my back, Five.
Five_Pillars knocks on the door, in his customary manner. Five soft knocks. Monastary-trained habits die hard.
Number Ten Camel is down in the tunnels, in a training room. Over a dozen wooden blocks hang from the cieling, and are all swinging back at forth as Camel repeatedly parries them, only for them to swing back around.
Scarab heads off to mull over her next course of action. Maybe after mixing it up some she can concoct some good stories for Tanoi just in case.
Five_Pillars waits a moment, then goes down to the training tunnels. He watches Camel for a bit, nodding, but remaining silent.
Number Ten Camel shines, his mark burning brightly, a great pale gold scorpion waxing and waning in his anima as his power flows, he is bruised and sweating and gasping, many times he doesn't fully parry a block.
Five_Pillars waits a moment, and then strikes, his hand flickering out and stopping one of the blocks. "How about a break?"
Number Ten Camel slashes his sword at where the block should have been, and seeing Five, grunts, parries a block behind him with another flare of light, before crouching down under the reach of the blocks. "If you like, old man."
Number Ten Camel crawls out of the room, leaving the chipped and battered wood to clack furiously at itself.
<Five_Pillars> Five nods, as he moves into the center, and concentrates for a moment, his own anima flaring, as five pillars form, for an instant, around him, and his anima blocks five swinging wegiths, stopping them cold, as he robs them of momentum.
Five_Pillars says "Come on up to my room for a second. I have something to show you."
Number Ten Camel raises an eyebrow, but sheathes his sword and nods.
<Five_Pillars> Five heads up to his room, and once inside, moves over and begins making tea. "So. You seem to be doing very well with your training." He's standing in front of a large, man-sized shape, under a sheet.
Number Ten Camel leans against a wall, wincing. "Not so much. But we will see."
Five_Pillars nods. "You'll improve. As you get a little more acclimated to your powers, you'll find such feats easier." He finishes brewing the tea and comes over, pouring a cup for Camel, and then one for himself, sitting down on the floor, and incling his head at a coushin for Camel to sit on.
Number Ten Camel eases himself down onto the cushion slowly, and sips at the tea slowly. "Thank you for the tea. May stars dance in your favour" he intones, ritually.
<Five_Pillars> Five inclines his head again. "And also in yours."
Five_Pillars takes a sip of the tea, then sets it down. "How's your armor holding up?"
Number Ten Camel grimaces. "It's a bit battered, to be honest."
Five_Pillars says "Well." He considers a moment. "Perhaps we should get you in something a bit sturdier."
Number Ten Camel shrugs slightly. "It's going to be hot out there."
<Number Ten Camel> As rats wearing buff jackets learn.
Five_Pillars says "Indeed. But how to keep armor less contricting, without sacrificing protection." He takes a sip of his tea. "Something I've been thinking on."
Five_Pillars nods.
<Number Ten Camel> Well. There's always magic I guess.
<NumberTenCamel> Jade alloy or whatever those guys wear?
Five_Pillars frowns. "Jade's not tiring. But it's bulky."
Five_Pillars says "And you have to be a dragonblooded to wear it, without alot of work."
Five_Pillars stands, setting his teacup down. "However. I think I may have something that might work."
<Number Ten Camel> You just like beating around the bush, don't you?
Five_Pillars says "I wanted time to finish my tea." He looks at Camel, mildly.
NumberTenCamel finishes his tea. spitting a stalk floating in it into his hand and knotting it deftly. "As you like, friend."
Five_Pillars pulls the sheet off the suit of armor, a set of breastplate, re-enforced for war, and cunningly light, and yet, protective.
<Number Ten Camel> Impressive.
NumberTenCamel lifts it by the shoulders, hefting it. "Light."
Five_Pillars says "You haven't seen the half of it." He grins. "Try sending a touch of essence into it."
Number Ten Camel frowns, concentrating... his anima flickers about.. then he sags.. "No good. I'm dry"
Five_Pillars nods. "Well. Lets get it on you, and then I'll show you what I mean."
Number Ten Camel coughs. "Very well. I'll be back in a few minutes."
Five_Pillars says "... I care for you Camel, but not like that. I took vows, and I have no interest in robbing the cradle, even if I hadn't."
Five_Pillars says "However. I'll not intrude, if you wish privacy." He heads for the door, going to wait outside.
Number Ten Camel shakes his head. "It's not that, Five. I want to trust you.. but somethings... I can't. Not yet."
NumberTenCamel pushes the door shut softly once Five has passed through, and then pulls it open a little while later, once he's gotten changed into the new armour.
Five_Pillars pauses at the door. "Well. If you want to talk, I will always listen. And say nothing of it to any other." He goes out he door, before that last emote.
Five_Pillars comes back in. "Alright then." He looks at Camel, a bit critically. "How does that feel?"
Number Ten Camel tugs at one of the plates. "I'll need to adjust it a little. Also not sure I could wear it all day, in the sun."
<Number Ten Camel> Sturdy though.
Five_Pillars says "Yes, well. That's to be expected." He says "Now, push a tiny mote of essence into it, and hold it there."
Number Ten Camel squints his purple eyes glittering in the reflect glow of his mark as he musters a little energy.. and laughs.. "That's amazing.."
Five_Pillars nods. "Thank you." He says "It'll stay that way as long as you hold the essence there."
Number Ten Camel laughs freely, in a high and fine voice, turning around with arms spread. "It's so much lighter!"
Five_Pillars grins, and nods. "And it should be cooler to wear, too."
NumberTenCamel smiles widely. "This is a fine gift, friend. I can only hope to return the favour one day." He grins impishly. "Want to know a secret?"
Five_Pillars says "I would be honored to share your trust."
<Number Ten Camel> My name is not really Number Ten Camel, though my parents would call me that to strangers. In truth I am Moonlit Amethyst. You are the first person I've told.
Five_Pillars bows his head. "Amethyst. A fitting name, for a jewel in the rough." He raisesa finger to his lips. "But, as I promised, it shall go no further."
Number Ten Camel bows slightly at the waist. "My thanks. And now, I think.. I'm going for a bath. I need to soak these bruises out of me."
Five_Pillars nods. "Very well." He considers a moment. "I'm going to be doing some sparring, later tonight, after dinner, in the courtyard, if you'd care to join us."
Five_Pillars says "Not essence studies. But skill and luck si worth at least as much as charms."
<Number Ten Camel> I will see how I feel. But I will probably watch at least.
Number Ten Camel gathers up his old suit of armour.
Five_Pillars nods. "Be well, Amethyst. You have a great future ahead of you."
<Number Ten Camel> Perhaps. But will it be a long one? Only the stars know.
Number Ten Camel leaves, smiling.
<Five_Pillars> Five says "A man can change his stars."
<Number Ten Camel> With what? A really long pole?
<Five_Pillars> "With his actions. The stars show the path of least resistance, like the way a river runs."
Five_Pillars says "But you can move a river, with effort, and skill. Dam it, redirect it, or slow it up."
<Number Ten Camel> If I could read the stars accurately, I might worry about such things.
Five_Pillars says "The Stars predict. But you control your own fate."
NumberTenCamel leaves! Completely! Finally!
Five_Pillars nods.
NumberTenCamel is now known as Huw
Huw drops a giant bunny on FivePIllars
Five_Pillars closes the door, and sit down in front of the jade and hearthstones in front of him, considering them.
Five_Pillars mediatates. And soaks the bunny.


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Just getting up and running with Sky HD is going to set you back £299, because that's how much you're going to have to pay for the box. The Sky HD box is manufactured by Thomson, a company with a pretty decent heritage when it comes to AV equipment. The box definitely looks good, finished in black and silver, and should complement your current AV line up.
The rear of the Sky HD box has an impressive array of connectors, including both HDMI and component video. Interestingly, the engineer who installed my box said that the second generation of devices would not have component video, leaving HDMI as the only HD connection option. I also found it very interesting that there's a SATA port, allowing for external hard disks to be connected to the box – unlike external drives connected via USB, a SATA connected external drive should run as fast as an internal unit.
Like all Sky Digital boxes, the Sky HD box is supposed to be connected to your phone line at all times so that it can receive updates from Sky HQ. I have to say that I'm very surprised that Sky doesn't allow its boxes to communicate over the Internet instead, since so many households have broadband these days. That said, the inclusion of an Ethernet port at the rear points to Sky adopting this method in the near future, especially since the company is now touting its own broadband service.
There's also an optical digital output, in case you want to pump your surround sound to an external amplifier that doesn't have an HDMI pass-through. And finally there are a couple of SCART connections for outputting to a video recorder or second TV.
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X-post: does anyone NOT use a rinse-out?
I'm gonna post this in General Discussion too for obvious reasons.
My hair is low-porosity so apart from making it easier to detangle my hair I don't see much benefit from the many RO's I've tried. My hair is fine too so when I cowash, then do a RO, then do a leavein (because that's the only thing that will stay on my hair long enough to sink in) my hair gets pretty weighed down. I have yet to find a lowpoo that doesn't either leave my hair coated or stripped. Just for the record I definitely see a difference if I don't use a leavein or use one without lots of protein, ie I get minimal wave, so at this moment I don't believe the leavein is the issue.
So I've been considering just skipping the RO. It seems like I could just cowash, rinse, put in some leavein (I use a PT usually) let it sit some while I do other stuff, detangle, give it my normal quick rinse to smooth out the tine lines and then move on to stylers. Anyone doing anything similar to this?
I do that fairly often. During the winter, my hair needs more moisture so I do use a rinse out as well as a leave in. During the spring and summer, that usually weighs my hair down so I "listen" closely to my hair. If it feels dry, then I'll use both, otherwise I just use a leave in.
Using a pre-poo, co-wash and RO works really well for my dry hair, its my guarantee of a good hair day. That said I have super thick very dense hair and it quite hard to weigh down.
Also my co-wash costs less then $4 for 1Litter, it does a really good job of cleaning my hair particularly given I use Coconut oil as my pree-poo, but doesn't do much in terms of adding moisture. I leave my RO in overnight and wash it out in the morning. Its time consuming but it take less time getting my hair to sit pretty in the morning, and its less damaging then using heat.
I'm not sure if you still want to know, but I've done that for a long time. I bought a conditioner that has lots of oils because I was convinced I had coarse hair, but it didn't do anything for me other than making it supersoft and weighed down. That way, I discovered I had fine hair and that I had low porosity. It simply didn't penetrate the hair shaft, leaving me overconditioned all the time. After long consideration, I ordered Aubrey Organics GPB, which works well, but in-between, I just low-pood. I didn't even use a LI because I don't have one (and I don't think I need one - it would probably weigh down my hair even more). My hair got perkier, though slightly on the dry side.
I've only begun CG a few days ago and I've found that a RO is not necessary for me. My hair detangles really easily in the shower with just co-washing so I don't need a detangler either. I just co-wash, use a leave-in, and then gel. I figure the simpler the better too..so I don't get overwhelmed with all the different products and steps, being so new to this and all..
I've been wondering this too. Im still having trouble with finding a rinse-out or what qualifies as a rinse out. Im still not exactly sure what the difference is between a cowash conditioner and a rinse out.. I can probably just google it.. Someday
Essentially both are just conditioner, the difference is how they are used:
There are 'cleansing conditioners' which are marketed to curlies and usually contain ingredients to make them effective cleansers, but they still condition (ie moisturize, provide slip, soften hair).
'Regular' conditioners generally include some cleansing ingredients too but any condish can be used as a cowash because its really the friction of massaging it on the scalp/thru hair that cleans. The same is true for any cleanser (soap, shampoo, face wash).
So in general; a cowash is whatever conditioner one uses to clean the scalp and hair, it is usually applied to the scalp, massaged well, rinsed out with more scalp massage. A rinse out is a conditioner that is applied, left on without massaging scalp, then rinsed out. A leave in condish is any condish put on and left on after which the hair is dried, styled, etc.
Pretty much any type/brand conditioner can be used for any of these uses.
I feel like my cowash and curl cream are enough right now. My hair feels soft with just these 2 things. If I see a little frizz I spritz that area with 50/50 water and conditioner. Sometimes I put a tiny amount of olive oil frizzy spot...still trying to figure that one out!:shock:
I'm not using a RO right now. It's summer right now so i can get away with a little less moisture, I think.
I've also been experimenting with completely natural washing and conditioning methods. im currently using water and honey as my "shampoo" which I find to be rather conditioning so it's the only thing I've been doing to my hair in the shower.
I'm also planning to make some herb and oil infused rinses for days when I want to condition because I just used a RO today for the first time in a few weeks and my hair was way OC'd and limp.
I use alba botanica products which do a really good job of detangling.
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Part 7. Redemption
CHAPTER 1. Redemption Generally
Section 4109
4109. Notation on delinquent roll. The tax collector shall note the fact and date of redemption on the margin of each delinquent roll opposite the description of the property.
In the event that part of the property is redeemed, the tax collector shall also note:
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If the news is to be believed then Newcastle are very well placed to get in two strikers – maybe even this week – but we stress – that's always assuming the news is accurate.
Bafe Gomis – reported huge offer from Newcastle
Newcastle are one of three clubs that have offered Hertha Berlin striker Pierre-Michel Lasogga a deal – with the other two being his current club and Hamburg, where he was on a loan last season, and scored 13 goals in just 20 appearances in the Bundesliga, and was very impressive.
The news in German publication Bild over the weekend was that the 22 year-old, along with his mother Kerstin, who is his agent – will decide this week which of the three offers to accept.
And there was news in L'Equipe that Newcastle have offered Bafetimbi Gomis a £2M signing on bonus and £70K/week, over what we would expect would be a three-year deal – given he turns 29 in August
So if money is important to the French International, then he could well accept Newcastle's offer, although last summer he was said to be very keen to join Newcastle, and we already have a sizable French contingent.
And by the way, the Journal reported today that Lee Charnley has gone away for a short break – but the Chronicle reported he had just returned from a short holiday – so take your pick.
But if we can get these two strikers through the door – one very experienced and one a really good-looking up and coming striker – we'll have done (very) well.
Here's hoping.
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Very nice and you made a lot of good points. Next thing we hear you will have your own show :)
This is a discussion on My NRA interview is now up on their website for viewing!! within the The Second Amendment & Gun Legislation Discussion forums, part of the Related Topics category; Man, you're a natural!! That was superb!...
Man, you're a natural!! That was superb!
Duty, Honor, Country...MEDIC!!!
¡Cuánto duele crecer, cuan hondo es el dolor de alzarse en puntillas y observar con temblores de angustia, esa cosa tremenda, que es la vida del hombre! - René Marqués
Very nice and you made a lot of good points. Next thing we hear you will have your own show :)
2 Chronicles 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
So how come it won't work for me?
It says "
could not load xml from http://dataservices.nranews.com/nra_news/svc/dtsearch?search=Pennington&"
Any hints?
Never mind, I got it to download!
Very nice, you looked good. Way to stay focused with all that buzz of the convention around you. Your a natural!
While people are saying "Peace and safety," destruction will come on them suddenly, ... and they will not escape. 1Th 5:3
Excellent, Canada's next Glen Beck?
Proverbs 27:12 says: The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it.
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I just finally was able to see your interview. Great interview !! Did you show them THE BOOK!!!
Do many people in Canada go through the trouble you have gone through to get firearms? Is there even any gun stores up there? Is ammo a problem up there?
Great interview, and a great job of representing gun owners everywhere. I'm so sorry that Canadian citizens have been forced to live under such draconian restrictions regarding gun rights.
"Society never advances. It recedes as fast on one side as it gains on the other. It undergoes continual change; but this change is not [an improvement]. For everything that is given, something is taken."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Excellent work- I watched it all!
Great job !
Prepare for the worst and hope it never happens
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Absolutely brilliant. GB is my hero for the week. I nominate GunnyBunny as the DeeCeedotcom Citizen Of The Month...
"Who is to say that I am not an instrument of karma? Indeed, who is to say that I am not the very hand of God himself, dispatched by the Almighty to smite the Philistines and hypocrites, to lay low the dishonest and corrupt, and to bust the jawbone of some jackass that so desperately deserves it?"
And following up on that is my Canada wide interview on the radio this July 4th.
If you're interested just log onto AM900 CHML Hamilton's News Talk Leader at 1:00PM on Saturday and listen in. Better yet call in!!
CCW permit holder for Idaho, Utah, Pennsylvania, Maine and New Hampshire. I can carry in your country but not my own.


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Man saves girl from dog attack
It sounded like a hero's welcome when Terry Burnside arrived at a Fourth of July Party. 10-year old Sionna Barber said she wouldn't be here if it wasn't for him.
"I really appreciate him saving my life. That's why I wanted to give him a trophy," Barber said.
On June 27th, Barber said she was walking down the 1500-block of Smith Street when she was faced with snarls and fangs.
"I wanted to run when I looked back, but he jumped on me and it was too late," Barber said.
A dog had gotten loose and started to attack. She still has scratches and bandages to show.
"I was really scared," she said.
"She was in the fetal position just trying to protect herself and the dog was just all over her back, just biting her, chewing on her," Burnside said.
Burnside said he was working on a nearby house when he heard cries for help.
"Well, we ran over there. We had tools in our hand, we had hammers and just getting the dog off of her," he said.
Barber's mother, Saveya Jackson said, "I guess a lot of people wouldn't do it, but I'm glad that he did that. He didn't have any fear and just went in there and didn't think about it and just saw somebody in need, in help and went to the rescue."
Burnside said he's just glad he and his son were there to help.
"We would have done it for anybody and just glad the little girl is OK. Just makes my day. It's actually the first day we've seen her since then. Just excited. Just makes my day," he said.
Animal Control says the dog is a Shar-Pei and is in quarantine for ten days to check for rabies. Officials say the owner has not come forward to claim the dog yet, but faces $550 in fines for this incident and others.
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The Park Hotel is located in the quiet midlinks area of Montrose yet it is sitll only a few minutes walk from the busy high street and the beach. The hotel is an excellent base for exploring the Angus Glens and all they have to offer. Several notable castles including Glamis and the spectacular Dunnotar are a little over half an hour away and for golfers the Montrose Links the fifth oldest golf course in the world is a leisurely five minute stroll.
Each of our rooms has a television hairdryer iron and ironing board with welcome tray and trouser press provided as standard. Our welcoming bar and restaurant always provides a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy a varied selection of dishes to tempt your palate throughout the day.
Whether youre organising a meeting conference or wedding the Park Hotel is fully dedicated to providing a venue that accommodates your every requirement. Whatever the scale of your event we will tailor our services to make the occasion a successful one whilst our friendly and knowledgeable staff are on hand to deliver a truly memorable day.


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My Neighborhood Christmas Lights Competition 3 [PHOTOS]
PSE&G is making a bundle off of my neighbors "FedEX Pat" and "Cornershow Bob" this month!
The (friendly) Christmas Lights Display competition is on…nightly!
As I have stated in earlier photo/article installments, once Pat puts up his display, it doesn't change.
Bob just keeps adding…
Each Christmas season, Bob and Pat bring my neighborhood…
Merry Christmas to one and all!


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Online Printing Biz
What You Can Get from Online Printing Companies
If you are working hard for your business, there is one thing that you should never miss. Giving your clients business cards has never been out of style. Even business tycoons have thought about this to be very effective if you want a personal style of marketing. Online printing companies are everywhere but you do not have to choose the one without making further research. You should know what you are doing. You will never be in doubt if you will make a good research. This article will tell you how to find the best one.
The first thing to do is search the engines. You are no longer dependent on yellow listing because you do not have to get printing services from local companies. You decide to go online since it offers maximum convenience. You do not have to visit the company and be there to check whether the service is fine or not. You just have to go online, type the keyword, and wait for the names to be loaded. You have to find a good time reading reviews online because you also know which of them provides the best services.
As you pick the company of your own choice, it is important that you would think about the things that you want to be part of printing. You have to give the name of the company, the location, contact numbers, website, services offered, and your name. It is also important to provide the nicest picture of your company to become the background of the card. You will really like seeing the finish product so just get seated and wait for that exciting moment to arrive. You also have to start thinking about the designs because the artist will seek your thoughts about it.
It is also important to decide on the kind of material to be used for printing. If you feel great about having paper as the material, then, do it but be sure to choose the one that will never easily fade. But, if you would like something that will last for a long time, choose a plastic material. It will really never fade and it never gets torn when it gets wet. You have to remember that the receivers of the card can make or break your business. If you value them truly enough, then, you only have to give business cards that are made greatly.
Learn more about printing at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Printer_(computing).


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Filipino Film
TUKSOSubmitted by dennisnmarasigan on Tue, 2007-07-17 10:31. Feature Film | 2007 | Filipino Film | Drama | Mystery | Filipino | Filipino with English Subtitles
A village lass is found dead. An investigator is tasked with finding out the cricumstances of her death from the people who know her.
Irma Adlawan, Shamaine Buencamino, Soliman Cruz, Ricky Davao, Sid Lucero, Ping Medina and Diana Malahay.
SultanSubmitted by redstar on Wed, 2007-07-11 18:16. Feature Film | 2007 | Filipino Film | Documentary | Bisaya | Chavacano | Filipino | Tausug
A documentary on the life of Sultan Sharif Ibrahim Mohammad Ajibul Pulalun, the legitimate sultan of the Sultanate of Sulu and North Borneo.
El Amor Di PilarSubmitted by redstar on Wed, 2007-07-11 17:07. Feature Film | 2006 | Filipino Film | Drama | Love | Chavacano | Filipino
Therlyn Alcuitas
Paulo Almaden
Estrellita Vicente
Deyb Sesilyo Short FilmsSubmitted by deybsesilyo on Thu, 2007-07-05 14:04. Feature Film | Filipino Film
Barako (updated with movie teaser)Submitted by Daemano on Mon, 2007-07-02 23:16. Feature Film | 2007 | Filipino Film | Historical | Social Comment | War | Tagalog
The story unfolds on the eve of the American occupation of Batangas in January 1900. It then moves on to recall the childhood of the Publisista (publicist) in the 80s, who two decades later, will form a kapihan oddly referred to as the "barakuhan†to play a pivotal role in the resolution of the town's six-week electric crisis and in the events leading to the 2004 elections.
|Average vote based on 1 review.
Cinemalaya "NINEBALL" Full TrailerSubmitted by EnricoA on Fri, 2007-06-22 23:13. Short Film | Filipino Film
DisturbedSubmitted by johnvanju on Tue, 2007-06-19 08:41. Short Film | 2007 | Filipino Film | Suspense | Filipino
Russel Legaspi
Candice Habawel
Kiana Rallos
iSNATSSubmitted by Mike Dagñalan on Sun, 2007-06-17 02:56. Feature Film | Filipino Film | Action | Adventure | Comedy | Satire | Filipino with English Subtitles
iSNATS, dubbed as neo-realist, is a story of a cellphone snatcher-collector ( J ) who got into trouble when he steals SAMs cellphone (a former cop - drug dealer).
J thinks he hits it big-time when he gets a drug delivery through the snatched phone. But drug lord RUDY wants his drug money and so orders/threatens SAM to get it back.
But then again, local gangster BONSAi gets in the way and pushes J and SAM into deeper trouble. SAM and J team up to survive and eventually escape on a rusty PNR Bicol Express Train.
JOURDAN SEBASTIAN as J
JOEL OLAÑO as Sam (munich-based german actor of filipino descent)
IDA RAMOS as Girlie (hot legs dancer)
TEDDY CORPUZ(Rocksteady) as Gani
BERTING LABRA as Mang Jun
ARCHI ADAMOS as Rudy
RONALD "Joaqui" TUPAS as Bonsai
MAUI MANALO as Dennis
OZ MENDOZA as Gino
PHILIPP HARTH as Rudy's gangster (munich-based pinoy-german actor)
NICK MILLIGAN as Rudy's gangster (berlin-based german actor)
HAW-ANGSubmitted by Ewong Co on Tue, 2007-05-22 17:30. Feature Film | 2007 | Filipino Film | Drama | Filipino
Sister Adel is a light-hearted, young nun who embarks on a journey to a village in Ifugao whose indigenous people are as hard to reach as its pristine mountains. She meets Dacmay, a seven-year-old rowdy girl who understands much about the farming life of their tiny town, but not about her own mother who appears faceless in her dreams.


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generous 2.8 inch screen with QVGA resolution (240 x 320) which translates into a pixel density of 143ppi. A single-core 832MHz processor powers the device and there is 3GB of native storage that can be expanded with the use of a 32GB capacity microSD card. The 2MP camera in back captures video in QVGA at 15fps. A 1200mAh battery powers up the whole shebang. While Android 2.3.6 comes on the GT-S5300, the fact that the GT-S5301 comes with Android 4.0.4 is a good indication that the Samsung Galaxy Pocket will eventually get an ICS update.
Besides the GT-5300 and the GT-S5301, there is the GT-S5302 which is the Samsung Galaxy Pocket Duos. This phone sports the exact same specs as the Samsung Galaxy Pocket except that it supports the use of dual-SIM cards. If past is prologue, we could see a faster processor and an improved battery on the Samsung Galaxy Pocket Plus. When the Korean manufacturer introduced the Samsung Galaxy S Pro last year, it was the same phone as the Samsung Galaxy S but with a faster processor and a higher capacity battery.
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Bow Wow Explains His Suicidal Thoughts
Bow Wow is breaking down why he chooses to use his Twitter page as a public diary, where he has vocalized his thoughts of suicide.
In an interview with Angie Ange on Washington D.C. radio station 93.9, the Cash Money rapper explained his feelings, likening himself to the main character in the film 'Richie Rich,' a wealthy child who wants nothing more than to be like everyone else. "It's similar with me, it's the same story, all I know is the business," he explained. "I ain't had time to go and play football and do none of the regular stuff. At times, it haunts you because of course you're going to be unbalanced."
"I'm unbalanced because I only seen one side of life," he continued. "I ain't seen the other side. It's not by choice, it's just how it is. Some days I wake up and I do want to just fit in sometimes. I didn't mean it [the tweet] like I wanted kill myself, it's like, 'Yo, I wonder, like, when will I get peace?" I guess when I'll get it, is when I'm dead."
Ironically, not long before tweeting about dying, Bow advised his followers not to use Twitter as a personal diary. This isn't the first time that the 23-year-old's tweets have made the news. Earlier this year, he refuted claims that he used the social networking site to solicit a woman for oral sex, which he later denied.
In the midst of all the tweeting, Bow is prepping the release of his Cash Money Records debut, 'Underrated.' The album's single 'Ain't Thinkin' 'Bout You' features Chris Brown and just received the music video treatment. Look out for 'Underrated' in 2011.


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Cut Copy employed an old school method in releasing their new single at the recent Pitchfork Music Festival. A record cutting booth was set up where 120 fans received lathe cut vinyls made on site. The track "Let Me Show You" will appear on Cut Copy's unannounced 2013 album. One festival goer uploaded the song to YouTube and word quickly spread through the blogs!
…this latest tune offsets a chunky synth propulsion with elastic crooning courtesy of singer Dan Whitford. (Spin) the song is a nice rave-pop twinkle with an excellent early-'90s house-music breakdown. (Stereogum) It's a controlled return by the Australian electronic troupe, with the song's warm six-minute '80s-inspired thumps and breezy melody a befitting summer release. (The Fader)


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Unstable Atmospheric Conditions Again Today
It's blue skies and sunshine on the south shore, but the entire state remains under a flash flood watch until 6 p.m., as unstable atmospheric conditions continue. National Weather Service forecasters now say the greatest risk for storms forming today is from noon to 4 p.m. High rain rates of two-to-four inches are possible. More stable weather is expected later in the week.


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When The Company Becomes A CopLinda Himelstein
For some companies, facing charges of criminal misconduct is tantamount to a death sentence. Federal indictments undid the likes of E.F. Hutton & Co. and Drexel Burnham Lambert Inc. But when Salomon Brothers Inc. was caught in a Treasury auction and government securities scandal in 1992, it emerged from the ordeal virtually intact. The difference: Hutton and Drexel battled prosecutors; Salomon courted them.
Salomon learned a valuable lesson in how to avoid getting indicted. The firm gave the government unrestricted access to virtually everything--company documents and memos, copies of its internal investigation, and employees for interviews. Salomon even agreed to waive the coveted attorney-client privilege, a legal tool that protects the rights of individuals and businesses, just to prove how committed it was to becoming a model corporate citizen. "Salomon set the standard for cooperation," says John K. Carroll, a former prosecutor in the Salomon case, now a defense lawyer in New York. "To be an A-plus cooperator includes waiving the privilege."
NO CHOICE. The strategy worked, and since then dozens of companies have chosen the same course--most recently, Kidder, Peabody & Co. Within days of uncovering a scheme allegedly involving phantom trades in its government bonds department, Kidder announced in April that the firm would cooperate fully with regulators and investigators. Kidder further noted that it had hired Wall Street troubleshooter Gary G. Lynch to conduct a comprehensive internal inquiry into what went wrong. That inquiry, expected to be completed in late June, is likely to become as much a piece of the government's case as it is a part of the company's in-house record. "I don't think we have much of a choice in this situation," says Kidder's General Counsel John M. Liftin. "The way to convince the government that we really [want to cooperate] is to be open with them and let them see everything we see."
But allowing such unhampered--and once unheard-of--access, say critics, comes at a high price. When companies become cops, employees increasingly mistrust their own management. That impedes a company's ability to get to the bottom of alleged misconduct: Employees withhold vital information because they believe that their company will sacrifice them to save itself. "The motivation of those who would otherwise fess up is completely diminished by the likelihood that their information will be made available to government officials," says David M. Brodsky, a New York lawyer who represents Kidder employees in the current probe.
Critics contend that the most dangerous byproduct of the assault on the attorney-client privilege and other legal protections is that it gives the government too much control over routine company affairs, such as keeping or firing employees. "Do you want a corporation setting the ethical and legal standards for its business, or do you want to live in a society where the government solely determines what's right and what's wrong?" asks Paul R. Grand, a New York defense lawyer.
Perhaps the most glaring example of just how far companies are willing to go to appease prosecutors involves Prudential Securities Inc., which is currently under criminal investigation in New York for allegedly defrauding investors out of millions of dollars. Contrary to the practice of most companies, Prudential won't advance money to current or former employees to cover legal bills if they assert the Fifth Amendment against self-incrimination or otherwise refuse to cooperate with the government, say lawyers familiar with the case.
Lee Spencer, Prudential's acting general counsel, says the company is cooperating with prosecutors. And in doing so, the corporation's interests must come first. "We have been very strong about our desire that employees and everyone associated with us cooperate," says Spencer. "We reserve the right to consider [withholding legal fees] in light of a person's cooperation." Prudential may choose to cover these employees when the inquiry is completed.
For its part, regulators and prosecutors say complaints about them overstepping their authority are exaggerated. They note that companies as well as individuals should understand that full cooperation is in everybody's interest--not just the government's--particularly when consumers have been victimized. "What cooperation does is enable us to find out if there is a way to scale back or diminish a penalty," says Richard Walker, head of the Securities & Exchange Commission's New York office. "When we have to fight tooth and nail for everything, there isn't any incentive on our part to be lenient."
BETTER BEHAVIOR. And far from inhibiting a corporation's ability to discover potential internal problems, Walker and others say that giving companies a tangible incentive to police themselves has actually improved corporate behavior. "I don't think [companies] cooperating with the government necessarily means that witnesses are going to clam up and be more difficult," says Howard E. Heiss, chief of the securities and commodities fraud unit in the U.S. Attorney's office for New York's Southern District. "Cooperating with the gov-ernment enhances corporate responsibility and compliance with the law."
The positions that the government is taking these days are mirrored in the federal sentencing guidelines applied to corporations. They make it clear that judges can increase or reduce penalties based on how forthcoming companies have been during investigations.
For the most part, playing ball with the government does pay off. In the case of New York-based Sequa Corp., prosecutors declined to press criminal charges last year even though the company had allegedly performed substandard repairs on airplanes' engine parts. Public records filed by Sequa show that it voluntarily cooperated with regulators and paid a fine to settle the case. Arochem International Inc. also escaped indictment, although the company is now defunct. Arochem even invited FBI agents to interview employees on company premises, says Alan M. Cohen, a New York lawyer who worked on the case.
There is no doubt that the blurring of lines of enforcement between the government and businesses has made life more difficult for many troubled companies. "It's a phenomenon we all have to live with," says Lynch. "There's very little choice but to conduct an investigation." Ultimately, if the result is less scandal and crime, the trade-off is probably worth it.