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Letna district is arguably one of the best places to live in Prague. It benefits from its location just across the river from the busy historical centre, which means you're near it all if you want to, but not in the middle of it all if you don't. Nestled in between two parks, the Letenský park and the Stromovka, the area is great for families: there's always somewhere to go or something to do, and far from traffic, too. Also, the people of Letna create a lively, healthy community, as witnessed by the mayor of the entire Prague 7 district, who was voted in as an independent candidate of a purely local movement.
The Letna is spread over a hill and the plain at its top has always been a strategic point for military purposes. It was even used by Soviet helicopters that landed here during the 1968 invasion. Today, it is known for its relative affluence, a Bohemian feel with lots of art-related spots, incl. the National Gallery or the Academy of Fine Arts, and a plethora of independent galleries, and for the splendor of the ubiquitous 1930s Constructivist buildings.
It is also a great place to visit if you want to see something outside of the centre and just browse a few streets with the locals. Last but not least, Letna is the neighborhood of our awesome Prague rental apartment (if you're reading this from the apartment now - because we set this as the load page on the computer's browser - welcome in Prague!).
Now, we have suggested a cool walk from Letna to the Holesovice district a while ago on this blog, but we thought Letna needed a closer look. Here's our small guide to the neighborhood.
Where to stay in Letna?
We're glad you asked. We have just the right place. Our rental apartment just right next to the Bio Oko cinema is located in a listed Czech constructivist (we call it "functionalist") building from the late 1930s and the interiors benefit from the light constructivist architects let in their creations: the window panes really go from wall to wall, and the ambiance is airy and light. We have refurbished the apartment last year with the girls of the SMLXL studio to make sure the apartment is welcoming, comfortable and practical at the same time. The bed and sofa/bed are custom made for the apartment and the walls are decorated by a large map of the Letna district by the duo of Tomski & Polanski. The apartment also comes with our curated tips for the neighborhood and Prague in general. Really the best place to stay in Prague in our mind. And we're very unbiased here.
What to see in Letna?
Letná beer garden
Probably the nicest beer garden in town (but not the biggest - that trophy goes to the Riegrovy sady park) that has a great, neighborly feel. You should see this place on the first nice day of spring: people just flock in to get some beer, catch the first rays of warm sunshine, and let the great view of the Old Town sink in. This is a happy, friendly place where people consume beer behind small communal tables, play Pétanque and just soak in the atmosphere. Are the beers any good? Well, that's beside the point here, really. There are other places for great beer around the town. This is about relaxing and having fun in a beautiful setting.
Bio Oko
Bio Oko is one of the funnest places in Letna, if not the entire town: a 1930s cinema that is now run by the people behind Bio Aero, a network of Prague's independent cinemas. The bar of the cinema (which doubles as our apartment's reception desk, really) attracts younger locals for a drink, coffee and some snacks, and the party often spills into the street outside of the cinema. They do have a surprisingly good selection of mostly natural wines supplied by Marko, a.k.a. Winegeek, one of the wine scene personalities who were choosing their favorites wines in Prague for our blog a while ago. And their selection of movies is not bad either, and if the original audio is English, just disregard the subtitles. You can sit in the regular chairs in the back, or in the beach chairs in the front. Either way it's fine with us.
National Technical Museum, National Agricultural Museum
Getting into the National Technical Museum is like getting back in time to our childhood: we absolutely adored that place when we were kids. But the exhibition is a testament to the wealth and the technical prowess of the Czechs and Slovaks in the First Republic: we really did build just about anything back then. The building itself is a fantastic structure finished in the 1940s. The staff can act like they run a concentration camp at times, though. Don't let them spoil the fun. Just like many locals, we've been to the National Agricultural Museum in the twin building next door much less often than the National Technical Museum. That said, it is a fantastic institution that shows some amazing exhibitions. Make sure you visit the small zoo of farm animals behind the building! Cuteness turned to eleven. Yay!
National Gallery
They say Le Corbusier was fuming when he saw the pictures of the Trade Fair Palace completed in 1928: while he was designing on paper, Czechs were actually building things. Today, in its form after the 1974 fire, it is home to the National Gallery's collection of modern arts that includes works by Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh and others. The place is stunning in its simplicity and discipline. We like especially the small patio to the right of the entry that connects all the floors. Kafe Jedna on the ground floor is not a bad place to spend a few minutes, either. Too bad the roof still remains inaccessible with some exceptions.
Bubenská 1
A hub for young creative types, the Orco Building (known as Bubenska 1) just off the Vltavska subway stop is a fun and fascinating space at the same time. Orco, a local developer, bought this Constructivist building a while back but, hit by the financial and real estate market crisis, it now rents the offices to young artists and designers at very cheap prices. The place is wonderfully run down but hosts a number of galleries, like the Chemistry Gallery, showrooms and offices of start ups and design companies. You have to walk past a guard, but just fake it. Say you're visiting Artbureau in room 412. Because you should. It hosts Pausa 412, a small improvised cafe: just check their website and if the color is green, you can knock and they'll make you coffee. Enjoy.
Prague 7 Municipal Council
Nothing special there, unless you walk to the fourth floor to see how a local tax office looks like here in the Czech Republic, or you want to see some uninspired canteens on the ground floor. What we come here for is the paternoster elevators we wrote about a while ago on our blog. Take a ride for free, and if you're brave enough, take the bottom loop, too!
Expo 58
One of our favorite buildings in Prague, the Expo 58 looks like a secret layer from a 60s Bond movie or North by Northwest. Originally the restaurant for the Czechoslovak exhibition at the 58 World Expo in Brussels, this Mid-Century Modern building was de-assembled, transported to Prague and built again at the bottom of the Letna park, where it served as a luxury restaurant and bar. It was abandoned up until the 1990s when it was refurbished and became a seat of an advertising agency. It still is one of the coolest buildings in Prague, and the terrace in front of it is one of the nicest places to enjoy the view of the city.
The top of the hill above the Cechuv most bridge has a rich history: originally supposed to be dug out for an extension of the Parizska street, it later housed an enormous statue of Stalin, and a slightly less enormous statue of Michael Jackson. (Really. Google it.) Today it is known as the "Metronome", based on the red mechanical metronome built for the 1991 State Fair. It is also one of the most popular skate parks in Prague and the perfect place to bask in the view of the Old Town and to enter the Letna park, one of the most popular parks here, and one of our favorite jogging destinations in Prague.
Alfred ve dvore
Fancy a modern theatre performance? Alfred ve dvore in the Frantiska Krizka street, just a block away from the Bio Oko cinema, is a must-visit then. The stage invites modern artists to show of their newest performances or site-specific shows. Definitely worth checking their program during your stay.
Berlínskej model
The tiniest gallery in the city is home to some occasional exhibitions of young Czech and foreign visual artists, but Berlínskej model also focuses on site-specific installations tailored specifically to the size of this gallery. And often it is just a nice visual surprise when you walk by on your way to the subway stop.
Polansky gallery
Polansky Gallery tries to bring the best modern arts to an art gallery in the courtyard of a building near one of the busiest streets of Prague. A piece of calm right next to hundreds of cars daily creates a nice contrast and backdrop to the art inside.
Where to eat and drink in Letna?
Bistro 8
The breakfast place of choice for our apartment guests. Bistro 8 serves food all day to all the hungry creative people surrounded around the Veverkova street scene. The food is like eating at home: one time it's great, another time… ahem… it's okay. But the people behind the counter and behind the whole operation are so friendly and nice, it is easy to forgive the few shortcomings you'll find. And we're sure you'll feel a part of the scene after a few visits.
Ristorantino Da Matteo
Opened quite recently, this tiny Italian restaurant in the Jirickova street does Italian food really well and has gained quite a following among the locals. No, the atmosphere and the ambiance of the room are less than perfect, but Matteo and his staff are very friendly and helpful, and the food is solid: on our recent visit, we had great mushroom tagliatelle and one of the best-prepared octopus we had in Prague. And the tiramisu that "people talk about" was not bad either.
Lokál Nad Stromovkou
Another location of the Lokal pub has turned a classic local pub into another well-oiled machine of a Czech establishment. Great Pilsner from the tank and classic Czech pub dishes go really well together. The atmosphere can get very lively and even spill on to the street and the park on a hot summer night.
Pho u Letné
Now, is Pho u Letne beautiful or atmospheric? No. A first date place? Get out of here. But do they serve some decent Pho, along with other Vietnamese and Thai dishes? You bet. This is not something you will probably write home about, but for a quick fix of some Asian flavors, this will absolutely do.
Mr Hot Dog
One of the forerunners of the recent hot dog craze, Mr Hot Dog in the Kamenicka street has quickly become one of the local favorites. The interiors of this rather small hot dog place are reminiscent of similar venues in London, and the hot dogs are actually solid. We'd skip the sliders, though. A great stop on your way from one park to the other.
Probably the most beautiful eatery at Letna, Love Kidó will win top marks for style with the Turkish tiles and custom-made bar and tables. The menu is simple and focuses on vegetarian fare with some lunch specials and good ice-cream. When the weather is nice, you can sit in the urban garden in the backyard.
The Farm
The Farm, opened on what used to be on one of the busiest streets in Prague, is a bistro that has created a loyal following for its Sunday brunches and simple meals over the weekdays. The place has a relaxed atmosphere and a fun vibe. It is quite admirable that such a small team can do so much on such a small layout.
Ye's Kafe/Studio
Probably THE place to go for specialty coffee in Letna, Ye's Kafe/Studio was recently opened by the people behind Holesovice's Bitcoin Coffee, which means they'll probably have beans from Berlin-based Bonanza Coffee Heroes. This is not a place to spend hours working, with just a few seats and no real tables to talk of. But as an espresso bar or for a quick take-away, Ye's Kafe will satisfy. Make sure you check out their events, though. They can be really fun.
Cafe Letka
Opened recently, Cafe Letka is a beautiful space attached to the Pidivadlo theatre in the shadow of the National Technical Museum with coffee that gives Ye's Kafe / Studio run for its money. The menu includes espresso, breakfasts, sandwiches, small snacks and cakes, but they promise to do filters in the future. The worn wooden tables and atmospheric walls make for fantastic Instagram pictures. On a sunny day, this is a place where you could spend hours working or just hanging around. Insane hours means this is your place if you crave an espresso just before midnight.
Bar Cobra
Bar Cobra, opened in the summer of 2016, is due to become the place where you build the craving for the burrito: a long bar with a nice selection of spirits and cocktails and a fantastic vibe built by the architects of the Edit! studio (responsible for some of the coolest restaurant designs in Prague). The former canteen (Jan still remembers eating here back in the day) and later a sleazy slot machine bar has a system of large windows that open to the street, which is a godsend on a summer day. Good coffee (by former barista of Praktika bakery) and snacks coming soon!
Cukrárna Alchymista
Cukrárna Alchymista near the Sparta football stadium boasts arguably the most beautiful backyards of any cafe in Prague, the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee and some cheesecake, which they can do really well. (The cheesecake. The coffee, while very well prepared, is a wee bit too dark for us still.)
Kavárna Pod Lipami
The Pod Lipami café is probably the most beautiful of all the cafes falling into the Mama Coffee empire. The single room is simple and dominated by art on the walls. A quiet, serene place that is great for a long read, although we prefer their cold drinks over the coffee. Also, it does not hurt that the cafe is located in one of the most beautiful streets in Prague, the leafy Cechova street.
Kumbal Kafe
A small place, Kumbal in the Hermanova street is a local favorite that serves breakfasts and smaller meals during the day. It is a cosy, non-smoking place with a very laid-back, bohemian vibe, that attracts young moms and creative locals from near and afar. We can't help but thing of this place as motherly: there is something caring and warming about the service and the atmosphere of the place.
If you get the craving for something sweet while roaming the streets of the Letna district, Erhart Café is probably your best choice. Refurbished to its original 1930s splendor, the rather small pastry shop tries to follow on the tradition of the First Republic original, including the selection of classic pastries you should try: laskonka, kokoska, Sacher torte are all good. The 1930s atmosphere extends to manners: check out the booth for mobile phone calls inside!
This fairly recent opening in the Kamenicka street has become one of our favorite ice-creams in Prague. No, the interiors of Gelateria Amato are not inspiring, super modern or design-focused, but the ice-cream is solid and will definitely turn that frown upside down. A great supplement to a hot dog, in our view.
Café Jedna
The café in the National Gallery's Trade Fair Palace is the lightest cafe in town with the highest ceiling of any eatery in the city you will find. The atmosphere of the place with large windows overlooking the street in front of the gallery is truly unique. Though we may not be fans of the coffee here, Café Jedna is a good place to rest after a visit to the National Gallery.
Burrito Loco
Okay, so this 24/7 Mexican burrito joint is not a place where no self-respecting person would take their loved one for a date but hey, if it's 2am in the morning and your (probably drunk) body craves something salty and greasy and bold in flavor, this is your best - and only - option. Yup, this is your standard burrito and taco joint - love it or hate it. (We'd lean towards loving it.) Vegan options available!
Forbidden Spot
Nestled in the Orco building (see above), Forbidden Spot is a few things in one: a modern arts gallery, a showroom of a modern streat wear brand, and - last but not least - the permanent kitchen of the Forbidden Taste pop-ups that bring fine dining cuisine to visually interesting places. They cook nearly every working day so they're worth checking out!
Wine and oysters. Mostly organic. 'Nuff said. If you like both, head over to Brut in the Letohradska street for a fresh new wine bar that serves... you guessed it... oysters.
Where to shop in Letná?
Galerie Zari
A small gallery in the Hermanova street that shows and - more importantly - sells some fantastic and unique jewelry designs by young and independent jewelry designers from the Czech Republic and some neighboring countries. Be careful: a visit to Galerie Zari may cost you dearly. It's easy to fall in love here.
Some of the coolest porcelain designs right now can be found in the showroom of Tablo, formerly known as de-sign.cz. The association of young porcelain designers have a showroom in the Havanska street, and it's definitely worth a visit if you are in the market for a cool homeware souvenir.
This tip is accessible by appointment only, but oh boy, is it so worth it! Zdenek Vacek and Daniel Posta, the two young designers behind the Zorya brand, create some of the most original and beautiful pieces of jewelry on the Czech designer jewelry market, and are staples of any design competition or event here in Prague. Their studio and showroom in the Jana Zajice street is a must if you are in the market for some unique jewelry.
Helena Darbujanova
Among the cool and hip stores around Veverkova street, the boudoir of Helena Darbujanova seems like from a different time and space: feminine and tender, the designs of the furniture and accessories refer to a time long past where people had time to appreciate better things. Sure, you may not buy the sofa to take back home, but one of the smaller pieces could be just the right thing.
Page Five
If you're like us, you like a souvenir that packs well, does not cost much and brings nice memories back. And a designer book fits all these categories. Page Five is a showroom of a small local publisher, basically a couple, that sells books it has produced itself, as well as other beautifully crafted, modern books, magazines and posters. And their dog is one of the nicest in town and likes to pose for pictures.
Garage / Sneaker Barber
Czech Republic is a true global superpower when it comes to vinyl records and turntables, and the Garage store right opposite Page Five sells both - either used or new vinyls, and older hi-fi turntables refurbished by the owner, a DJ by night, himself. And what better companion to a great beat than a pair of spanking new sneakers? You have to tap your foot to the beat, don't you? Who knows? Sneaker Barber may be just the place where you'll find the pair of limited edition sneakers you were looking for so hard.
Koncept story
If you're in for "the find" of your trip, the Koncept Story shop might be just that. Opened as a showroom of ten very young and promising Czech designers, the shop sells items that are beautiful and functional and vary from anything between illustration, home accessories, fashion design, designer jewelry, or really cool eyewear. A must if you're in the area and looking for
Lab 24
Finding cool, hip menswear in Prague can be a chore. Lab 24 showroom tries to change that, bringing a few cool brands of men's clothing and accessories to the Letna district. Notables include the Alexmonhart backpacks that have been gaining lots of traction recently, Kaibosh eyewear or HyperGrand watches.
Kristina Javurkova's fashion pieces maybe simple at first sight but behind them is a simple, elegant sophistication and more than meets the eye. Just touch them: soft, organic cotton, wool, silk or linen. The clothing defies any current trends and - according to the designer - gender divides. See for yourself.
Kdo to kdy slysel
None of the fashion pieces in Letna's showroom have scratched that fashion itch you had? Then it's time to create your own, preferably with the cloth and fabrics sold in this tiny little shop in the Veverkova street. From Japanese to European organic fabrics, you're sure to find the pattern and feel you'll fall in love with in Kdo to kdy slysel.
Foot shop
Foot Shop is a hip sneaker shop in the Orco building has a large selection of really the coolest sneakers around, which can be inspected in the large display windows as Wu Tang blasts on the stereo and the hip-hop-clad shop assistants search the web for the coolest basketball caps.
You know a place is going to be special when their firs Foursquare review says "The hash I bought there was not that great." But Basecamp sells LOTS of beers (nearly 300 we think) from both Czech Republic and abroad. The owner probably lives in the shop, and the regulars… well, they look a lot like the dictionary definition of alcoholics. So we'd stop there on the way to the Stromovka or Letna parks just to get some beers for that picnic you've prepared.
And how about a souvenir that will last just for a few weeks? Why not a haircut from Prague? Hairkat is a tiny hair salon with a big attitude. Katerina Heincova, the owner and hairdresser, is a quite famous figure on the Prague streets and her cuts are fun, just as the owner.
U krále zeleznic
The time has stopped in this general hardware shop some 30 years ago: while modern DIY shops serve everything sterile and prepackaged: here everything - including the shop assistant - is still well lubricated and covered in grease, which truly permeates the dusty air. No touching, no self-service: this is still strictly over-the-counter shopping, just like the grandpa liked it. Little screws are sold in small paper bags and the bills are written with pencils on little scraps of paper.


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Half-Life: Escape from City 17 is a short fan film directed by the Purchase Brothers. Following the story of four Resistance members escaping from City 17, it is set during the build up to the imminent destruction of the Citadel Core.
The first installment was released on February 12, 2009, made on a budget of only $500 (USD) with "no time, no crew, no script".[1] The second installment, made on a budget of $250 (USD) was released on August 24, 2011.[2]
Part One
Around the beginning of the first part of the film, scientist Isaac Kleiner, through a large video monitor, is warning that the Citadel will be involved in a destructive event which will probably irradiate a large area around it. Against a backdrop depicting City 17, including the Citadel, with parts of it on fire, Kleiner then advises that anyone left in the city should evacuate promptly. It is later revealed that he is communicating by speakers within the settlement, and the film proceeds to illustrate combat between Combine forces and the Resistance. Two male Resistance members are introduced in a train-yard, with one asking by radio to others away from their location whether any trains are leaving. Receiving a response, he is told that the last train from that yard left earlier, and that he should try to get out of the city by foot or continue trying to locate a train. Civil Protection officers soon appear, and the two engage in combat throughout much of the rest of the film. They are eventually caught upon an open stretch of railway, with a Combine hunter-chopper bearing down. As the chopper, whilst firing weaponry, passes overhead of the two, the film cuts to a black screen.
Part Two
The story begins around the time of the first explosion of Nova Prospekt as war is seen to break out in City 17, eventually leading to the first explosion of the Citadel. A male undercover Rebel saves a female Rebel from Combine soldiers, but the latter, not speaking or unserstanding English, is initially seen to distrust her rescuer. Eventually they get on the way out of the city as it is engulfed in street war, with Striders tearing down buildings. Along with other Rebels, the two endure heavy combat and are seen to bring down a Strider with a Rocket Launcher, SMG, and a Sniper Rifle. Eventually, the two become romantically involved. Travelling by the Canals, the couple then joins with two other Rebels seen escaping the City in Part One, but the male Rebel, caught off-guard, soon gets shot by Civil Protection and dies in the arms of his newfound friend. The remaining three Rebels, chased by the Metrocops, escape into a Zombie-infested tunnel, where the female memeber, distracted in her grief, is attacked by a Headcrab which latches onto her head. The other two members are attacked by the Zombies and are driven back, unable to help their companion. The tunnel, though inhospitable, serves as a shelter against the second explosion of the Citadel, which is seen to tear down what is left of the City. The female Rebel is unable to remove the Headcrab with her hands but, still conscious, she manages to load the spare pistol given to her earlier by her deceased friend and shoot the parasite without harming herself. The three are then seen to drive back the Zombies and escape into sunlight.
The film was created by Toronto-based David and Ian Purchase, who use the professional name of the Purchase Brothers. Before Escape from City 17, the Purchase Brothers had directed several commercials, including one for Coca-Cola. David contended that they worked as commercial directors in order to support their independent projects. They were both fans of the Half-Life series, and decided to start Escape from City 17 as a way "to showcase and promote their talents further, and experiment with several post-production techniques they'd developed."
The two had a budget of $500 for Part One and $250 for Part Two; the computer equipment and software employed for the development of the film belonged to the Purchase Brothers from previous projects. According to David, the money was spent on the live-action elements of the film, saying that "The costumes, and used/broken airsoft guns made up the bulk of the budget." The two had no crew to support them, and were not paid for their work. Many of the elements of the film, such as the background and sound effects, were extracted from Half-Life 2, "graphically enhanced, and incorporated into the live action with 'a lot of complicated tracking and rotoscoping.'"
The film was produced independently, however Valve assisted in its promotion and posted the video onto their user community channel, Steam News. The first part of the film was released on YouTube on February 12, 2009, and within a day had gained over 500,000 views, and over 1,000,000 by February 15. It became the highest-rated video on the site in its history as of February 19.
The Purchase Brothers planned to release the second part of the film in early to mid March 2009, but the large amount of emails and phone calls the two have received regarding the first part has slowed development of the second. The final cut of Part Two was officially released on August 24, 2011, with a pre-release leak appearing as early as August 19. The pre-release version contains mostly the same footage, but unlike the final cut (which tells the story in chronological order), it features the same story told in pieces and flashbacks.
Barry White of Citizen Game stated that the first part of the film "[blew] my mind" and "Considering the comparatively [sic] paltry resources...at their [the Purchase Brothers] disposal this short still manages to be better than every video game movie currently in existence." Wagner Au of NewTeeVee contended that the first part "is one of those rare viral videos that seems destined to launch a breakout success", and added "non-gamers are likely to be impressed by its rollicking action and bravura special effects." Au believed its popularity was due, in part, to the fact that the video is adapted from Half-Life 2. Patrick Goss, writing for Tech Radar, said the in-game footage from Half-Life 2 "blended almost seamlessly into [the] live action footage" in the film.


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Madonna steals spotlight for wrong reasons
Madonna was destined to steal the spotlight at the star-studded 2016 Met Gala.
However, she did so for all the wrong reasons as she turned up in a rather revealing lacy ensemble, which left little to the imagination.
The 'Rebel Heart' hitmaker showed off her ample assets with just black straps covering her thighs and see-through lace over her breasts.
The outfit was designed by Givenchy and Riccardo Tisci, who created the look said it was 'inspired by the therapeutic kinesiology tape that she wears for her fatigued muscles on tour.'


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As i said, this is just for fun and anticipation, no other purposes. What do you guys think will be the match-up for SHs vs BBs?
These are based on the current characters so far.
Giving the anticipation that both crew will be much more stronger
when they meet again, and probably they will increase the number of their crew in or after 2 years skip.
So far this is what i think that could be the match-up for both crew.
- Monkey D. Luffy vs. Marshall D. Teach - a battle for the captains.
- Roronoa Zoro vs. Shiliew - a battle of swords.
- Sanji vs. Jesus Durgess or Vasco Shot - a battle of strength, brawl vs. kicks, though Vasco is related to alcohol he may be one drunk fighter.
- Usopp vs. Van Augur - a battle of marksmanship, sniper vs. sniper.
- Franky vs. Avalo Pizarro - a battle of cyborgs. though it is yet to be confirmed if Pizarro is really a cyborg.
- Brook vs. Laffitte - a battle of a musician and a tap-dancer, or could be the angel vs. the dead.
- Nico Robin vs. Catarina Devon - a battle of tough women.
- Chopper vs. San Juan Wolf - a battle for monstrous giants. Chopper is yet to master his giant form.
- Nami vs. Doc Q - a battle of tactical skills. Doc Q seemed to be more on using tactics for fighting, but it is still unknown, and Nami is one smart girl.
*you can also leave your thoughts and post your anticipated match-up here. :)


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Messi key to Barcelona's European success
MADRID (AP) Lionel Messi may not have singlehandedly guided Barcelona into Saturday's Champions League final against Manchester United, but the diminutive Argentine's sublime talent and knack for spectacular goals sometimes make it seem that way.
Messi has scored 52 goals in 54 games this season to become the first Spanish league player to top the half-century mark, although he was soon joined by Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid.
But "The Flea" — as he is often referred to for his ability to buzz around defenders — has 11 goals to lead the tournament for a third straight season as the Catalan club narrows in on a second European Cup over that same period.
Barcelona's current run of success — some consider this team to be among the best ever — owes much to midfield playmakers Xavi Hernandez and Andres Iniesta plus inspirational captain Carles Puyol.
But there is no doubting the club's fortunes are most closely linked to the Argentina forward, who has come to define a generation much in the way that greats like Alfredo Di Stefano, Diego Maradona and Johan Cruyff did.
"Messi is not just a detail, he's the best player in the world and that's more than a detail," Barcelona and Argentina teammate Javier Mascherano said. "We have the good fortune to have him on our side and let's hope we can all help him. That doesn't mean that, because he is the best player in the world, he is going to decide the game on his own, but it's an advantage.
"At the very least, I prefer to have him on my side."
Barcelona is playing to win its third European Cup in six seasons, and fourth overall since earning its first in 1992 at the old Wembley stadium.
Messi landed in Barcelona as a skinny 13-year-old but a growth treatment helped put him on his way to reaching the senior team by 2004, and he became more of a fixture in the next season at age 18. Messi has been a regular starter since 2006, when Barcelona won its second European Cup with a 2-1 victory against Arsenal in Paris.
Messi, who missed that final with an injury, has scored 137 goals in 158 matches in three seasons under coach Pep Guardiola, and his total of 179 club goals leaves him trailing only Ladislao Kubala (194) and Cesar Rodriguez (235) on Barcelona's all-time scoring list, despite being just 23.
He also led the Spanish league in assists, with 19 this season, meaning he contributed to more than 50% of the three-time defending Spanish champion's goals in the league.
While Messi is a phenomenon, he just tries to keep it simple.
"I'm going to go out and play like I always do," Messi said of Saturday's final. "I hope I can score again (in the final). If not, I hope we still manage to lift the trophy."
Messi doesn't just run defenses ragged with his precise control, speed on the ball, and a hunch for making a reflex dribble or cut back that leaves his markers on the floor. The two-time World Player of the Year can also challenge in the air as he did in Rome two years ago, when he looped a header home for the second goal in the 2-0 win against United.
United manager Alex Ferguson must find a way to keep Messi from running rampant.
"There is not one single way you can stop Messi," United defender Rio Ferdinand said. "You have to do it as a team.
"All the games we have watched when anyone has played well against Barcelona, is when the whole unit plays well. You have to defend as a team, cut down their angles and their space — then you have a chance."
United's players should also be wary of well-rested Messi, who missed the last two league encounters after Guardiola rested his regulars. With Messi out, Ronaldo managed to move ahead of his season's total so far by getting to 53.
If Messi can achieve World Cup success with Argentina, he will strengthen claims to be up there with Pele and Maradona as the greatest of all time. While he has this summer's Copa America to work on his Argentina story, first comes further club success.
"We'll see now what we have to do," Messi said in his customary subdued tone, the Rosario native sometimes cracking into a laugh but rarely letting the emotions inside creep out. "Keep the ball, attack as we always do. Play our best."
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When a PetSmart commercial came on TV the other day, I had to do a double take: Did the store really just advertise its new "Bret Michaels collection"?
As it turns out, the Poison singer/reality star has indeed created a line of items that are designed to, as he puts it, "bring out the inner rock star in your dog."
This week the chain officially launched the "Bret Michaels Pets Rock Collection" in stores and online. Michaels, who owns two German shepherds, touts his products in this video, adding that customers also have a chance to win one-on-one time with him:
Several of the items make me chuckle, but I think my favorite is the doggie do-rag inspired by Michaels' signature style:
There's also the Every Rose Has Its Thorn-inspired bowl:
Finally, no household is complete without a plush tour bus. Your pooch can gnaw on the security guard:
All of these items are on sale now.
Whitney has been writing about pop culture for USA TODAY since 1999, when Pop Candy began as a weekly column. Her interests include music festivals, mustaches, Lost, comic books and Andy Warhol. She lives in New York City. More about Whitney | E-mail Whitney


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For Saint Benedict the monastery is a school for the Lord's service.
In his Prologue he presents Christ standing in the market place asking "Who of you wants life?" Smitten with love for Christ, the monk recognizes in Jesus the God he has always sought in his heart and answers, "I do." He comes to the monastery to learn how to be a disciple of Christ, to learn how to carry out the new commandment of fraternal love: "I give you a new commandment: love one another as I have loved you."
The monk pledges himself to follow the abbot as the representative of Christ. By striving to obey the Gospel as mediated by the Father of the monastery and through daily interaction with brothers, he gradually learns to place the Lord's will above his own. He undertakes a life of strict yet gentle asceticism (Saint Benedict's hallmark) in order to become free enough of his own compulsions to be available for love. His life is rooted in prayer: the contemplation of God and the worship of God in the Church. Obedience gradually frees him from the need to have his own way and makes him available to serve the Lord's purposes.
Monasticism is thus a way of finding and becoming one's true self as a beloved son of the Father. The monk's death to self is a share in the crucifixion of Christ and leads to a like resurrection. Through his conformity with Christ he fulfills that apostolate which is the most fruitful in the Church.


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The family-friendly apartment complex has 154 suites and studios located in Kailua Kona, split between the ocean side (makai) and mountain side (mauka) of Alii Drive. There is a lobby with a safe and lift access. There is free parking, as well as Pupu Pantry deli and a grocery store on the property. Internet access is available for a fee.
This complex is located on the seafront in Kailua-Kona with its pebble beach on the Big Island, Hawaii. There is a wide variety of restaurants along Alii Drive and shopping is available in the historic Kailua-Kona town centre, about 5 minutes' drive away. The Hawaii Volcano National Park lies roughly 2 hours' drive from the complex.
The resort offers guests the choice of roomy en suite (shower/bathtub) suites with a misty mountain view, partial ocean, or oceanfront views. All accommodation features fully equipped kitchens with a fridge, cooker and microwave, ceiling fans and/or air conditioning. The d�cor in each room is in keeping with the style of the island, with island furnishings and private lanais. Each suite has satellite TV, a direct dial telephone, safe, iron and ironing board as well as tea and coffee making facilities.
Within the grounds is a swimming pool, hot tub, a sun terrace for relaxing and also picnic tables and a barbeque area for al fresco dining. Snorkelling, scuba diving, and other beach activities are located nearby, as well as golf and tennis (charges apply).
American Express, Diners Club, JCB, MasterCard and VISA are accepted methods of payment.
From the airport take a right onto Queen Kaahumanu Highway (Queen K). At the 6th crossroad turn right onto Palani Road. Drive across 2 further crossroads. After the 2nd one, Palani Road turns into Alii Drive. Drive 5 km south on Alii Drive and after passing the stone church, look for the 3-storey grey building with white trim. The lobby is located on the same side of the street as the ocean.
The condominium resort provides mid-stay housekeeping service for stays that are 7 days or longer. As a result, the property will not be offering daily maid service in lieu of this mid-stay clean. Guests who are staying less than 7 days can purchase additional housekeeping services at nominal costs. Extra towels and amenities will be provided in each unit prior to check-in. Guests can request for replenishment of the bath amenities at any time without charge. There will be a small fee for the replacement of towels/linens.
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Mayor Peduto Press Releases
Pittsburgh Bicentennial Commission Announces Collaboration with Covestro, Environmental Artist Andrea Polli and WindStax
PITTSBURGH, PA (July 26, 2016) - The Pittsburgh Bicentennial Steering Commission announced today that an innovative project that was envisioned as part of the city's celebrations is moving forward. With financial support from Covestro, LLC and logistical support from Duquesne Light Company and Allegheny County, the Rachel Carson Bridge will become the site of a unique environmental art installation to be revealed during the 2016 Light Up Night celebration.
"I am thrilled to see this historic project come to light," said Mayor William Peduto. "Thanks to a great partnership between members of the Bridge Lighting Committee of the Bicentennial Commission, Allegheny County, Covestro, Duquesne Light, and the selected artist and implementation team, we will have a beautiful installation showcasing our rich history and promising future in design, energy, innovation and the arts."
The Bridge Lighting Committee of the Bicentennial Commission went through a rigorous Request for Qualification and vetting process that has also resulted in the selection of a team to move the project forward. Andrea Polli, an environmental artist, and Ron Gdovic of WindStax, a Pittsburgh-based manufacturer of wind turbines and alternative energy solutions, will be responsible for creating Energy Flow. The project will combine light and wind to create a temporary light display on the Rachel Carson Bridge.
"Covestro is proud to be part of the Bicentennial year events and to celebrate with the city we have called home for more than 60 years," said Jerry MacCleary, President of Covestro LLC. "Energy Flow combines art and technology with one of our region's most signature features – a bridge. This was a natural fit for Covestro, not only because the bridge symbolizes our own journey in developing a new brand identity, but also because our raw materials help protect and beautify many of the bridges right here in Pittsburgh."
Covestro's support of the Energy Flow project demonstrates the company's commitment to the Pittsburgh region and its vision for creating a cleaner, brighter future through innovative technologies.
Duquesne Light Company is providing the additional electrical infrastructure needed to bring the Energy Flow installation to life. As part of Allegheny County's long-term efforts to rehabilitate the Three Sister Bridges and the city's Bicentennial celebrations, Duquesne Light will be working over the next few months to design and install necessary equipment on the Rachel Carson Bridge. The installation of a number of vertical wind turbines, and Duquesne Light's work, will serve as a connection point for the temporary installation to the electric grid, providing an alternate source of power to the display.
"Duquesne Light is honored to be a part of such an important milestone in our city's history," said Rich Riazzi, President and CEO of Duquesne Light. "We have been delivering power to Pittsburgh for more than 135 years, and couldn't be more excited to lend our expertise to this innovative lighting installation that will serve as a focal point of this year's Light Up Night celebration."
Last month, Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Allegheny County Council passed legislation authorizing the use of the Rachel Carson Bridge for the purpose of the light display. In its legislative action, Council indicated that the use of the bridge for the display will bring enjoyment and benefit to the residents of the county, and will also promote our region nationally and internationally.
"For a long time, the Sister Bridges have been a symbol to people far and wide of our city, county and region," said Fitzgerald. "We're excited to support the Pittsburgh 200 celebration by making the Rachel Carson Bridge available for this effort and look forward to seeing the final results of this unique collaboration."
The Bridge Committee was co-chaired by Jay Sukernek, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Riverlife, and Jeremy Waldrup, President and CEO of the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership. The committee spent months planning and working towards the ultimate goal of a bridge lighting for the Bicentennial Celebration.
"It was a privilege to have been part of this selection process," said Sukernek. "By selecting a team made up of Ms. Polli, known for her environmental art installations featuring air and light, and WindStax, a local manufacturer and leader in alternative energy generation, we are honoring the legacy of environmentalist Rachel Carson for whom the bridge is named."
As part of the project, wind turbines will be used to generate electricity to be used in Energy Flow. Additional information and information related to the project will be provided as the planning and efforts by the selected team continue to move forward, with the unveiling of the project schedule for Light Up Night 2016.
"The holidays are such a special time in Downtown Pittsburgh and we are thrilled to see this new lighting project unveiled on Light Up Night," said Waldrup. "The bridge is certain to serve as another anchor destination in Downtown throughout the season."
CONTACT: Jay Sukernek, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Riverlife; Cell: 412-334-0975; email@example.com
The Pittsburgh Bicentennial Commission was organized and is chaired by Mayor William Peduto and co-chaired by Dr. Andy Masich, President and CEO of the John H. Heinz History Center. Nearly 30 business and community leaders are part of the Steering Commission, including community and non-profit organizations.
The Pittsburgh Bicentennial is a yearlong celebration of the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of the City of Pittsburgh, giving citizens opportunity for self-governance. Pittsburgh was incorporated as a city on March 18, 1816. Mayor William Peduto formed the Pittsburgh Bicentennial Commission to recognize and celebrate the anniversary with unique and collaborative partnerships. Over 200 organizations, companies, nonprofits and individuals are participating in the yearlong celebration. For more information visit www.pgh200.com, follow @PGHbicentennial on Twitter for follow the hashtag #PGH200.
Covestro LLC is one of the leading producers of high-performance polymers in North America and is part of the global Covestro business with 2015 sales of EUR 12.1 billion. Covestro manufactures high-tech polymer materials and develops innovative solutions for products used in many areas of daily life. The main segments served are the automotive, electrical and electronics, construction, medical and sports and leisure industries. The Covestro group has 30 production sites around the globe and employed approximately 15,800 people at the end of 2015.
Duquesne Light Company is committed to more than keeping the lights on; it powers the moments in its customers' lives. As a next generation energy company, Duquesne Light Company's nearly 1,500 employees are dedicated to delivering reliable and safe energy to more than a half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Andrea Polli is a writer and environmental artist adept at using the mercurial qualities of air and light to create original artworks. She has exhibited at the Whitney Museum of American Art, Artport and the Field Museum of Natural History. Polli holds a Master of Fine Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and her doctorate in computing, communications and electronics from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom.
WindStax® Wind Power Systems is a full-service wind power company. We design and manufacture our own unique brand of plug-and-play wind power systems for residential and commercial off-grid, microgrid, and supplemental stationary power requirements. WindStax Wind Power Systems incorporates many industry firsts – including high-performance energy management in a self-contained and reliable green energy system that is easy to own and operate.
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Laura mainly writes about Technology, Education and Openness. Her blog is syndicated to Medium, where she also writes for Greenpeace, the We Are Open Co-op and occasionally publishes in Solidarity for Slackers. She's written both fiction and non-fiction and is a regular contributor to Opensource.com
If you'd like her to review a plan, product or process and write about it, just get in touch!
Out of the hundreds of posts Laura has written, there are many useful tidbits of information. Here are several that have retained relevance throughout the years. Check out the full archives for so much more.
- How to Run a Community Call
- Learning to Understand Social Pressure
- Pathways for Creative Leadership
- Open Courage
- We Write for Ourselves
- 2015 had a lot of useful writing!
- Leading Groups: Dealing with Too Cool for School & Other Personalities
- Where the Talent Goes
- Step by Step: Making Your Blog More Useful
- Collapsing Open Leadership Strands
- "Prove that people want to remix curriculum."
- Web Literacy Lensing: Identity
- Love the Lurkers
- :For Librarians
- Webmaker: An Open Educational Ecosystem (OEE)
- Why Modular?
- The Spark, the Confusion
- Storycamp Teaching Kits
- the Future of Communication Part 1: The Session
- Part 2: Machine Learning & Serendipitous Communication
- OHM2013 Part 2 – Observing Segmentation, Pedagogy of Discomfort and impromptu Singing
- #teachtheweb: so you want to run a cMOOC
- An Educational Approach Using Game Mechanics in Curriculum to Teach Web Literacy in Adults (my thesis)
- 1-Pages & Contributing
- The Edtech "Hysteria"
- Hacktivity Kits & Modular Curriculum
- Embrace the BORING then get CREATIVE
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First of all go through all Oops concepts and then go for the Class file, class library concepts. Then you can try to learn some basic web application concepts including State management, session, application state some javascript concepts for validation, web.config and global.asax concepts, Ado.net concepts like Dataset. datareader, datatable and other database objects
I have some good links that you can start with
Editor, DotNetSpider MVM
Microsoft MVP 2014 [ASP.NET/IIS]
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First up all you have to be very much cleared about OOPS concepts.
Then go through ASP.NET framework.
Then go through some of the database concepts.
You can follow some of the ASP.NET Tutorial's from this URL:
Hope it helps.
Shashikant Gurav
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As you said you already working in Windows applications, so you have a basic knowledge in Class, OOPs etc.. apart from that you should be very clear about the controls usage and state management techniques and which case you have to use which technique.
For controls usage, you have to understand the properties of that particular control and usage of that and use it accordingly.
In ASP.net we have different levels of state management techniques, like client side and server side, each technique having some advantages as well as disadvantages also, you have to be very clear to choose those while implement in your application.
Before applying all those read some articles regarding those techniques, that will helpful to you to understand better.
Give respect to your work, Instead of trying to impress your boss.
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- #765406thank you so much..guys, I'll keep this in mind . Thanks once again
- #765410Hai Nitin,
To start with the .net, you need to understand the OOPs concepts which will be helpful in the ASP.Net and in C#. Apart from this, if you have some basic knowledge about the C or C++ or Java, it will be helpful in writing the syntax's.
Hope it will be helpful to you.
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Compared to window application it's quite related to Asp.net. But, Mainly you have to know basic like variable declaration , syntax and oops concepts and so on. C# and Asp.net very very different from window application.
In ASP.net we have different levels of state management techniques, like client side and server side, each technique having some advantages as well as disadvantages also, you have to be very clear to choose those while implement in your application.
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Ron's Crock Pot Mac and Cheese
Recipe by Ron Merlin
I've fiddled with a variety of ingredients and methods over time to try and come up with the best Macaroni and Cheese. This is the combination that won.
Top Review by boys4christine
The flavor was really good, but it turned out sticky. I followed the directions, so I'm not quite sure why it turned out that way. Unfortunately because of the sticky texture my boys who usually devour mac and cheese wouldn't eat it. My husband didn't mind though, so he is taking the rest to work.
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Ingredients Nutrition
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 1⁄2 cup sour cream
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 1⁄2 cups milk
- salt and pepper
Directions See How It's Made
- Pour uncooked macaroni into crock pot. (no need to precook).
- Add butter, cheeses, and sour cream to crock pot.
- combine beaten eggs with mustard and milk and pour mixture into crock pot.
- Add salt and pepper.
- Cook on low for 2 - 3 hours stirring occasionally to combine ingredients as cheese melts.
- Do not overcook or cheese will separate.
- Enjoy.


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The Scope of Older Adult Ministry
The Great Commission is both timeless and ageless. Many people have bought into the myth that there is some
magical age at which one retires, even from Christian service. Some churches unintentionally feed this myth.
The generations of older adults have a history of mobilizing to get the job done. Why would they stop just
because they become older?
If anything, becoming older is more of a reason to stay faithful to the mission of "The Great Commission." After all it is not the great suggestion.
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How does a player go from being recruited by Hofstra and Buffalo to earning offers from Notre Dame, Boston College, Missouri, Northwestern, Duke and Wake Forest in one year of prep football? Ask Junior Jabbie.
"I decided to take a prep year after my senior season at Sayreville. I spoke to Jeff Zuttah about it because he spent a year at The Hun School and ended up with a ton of offers," said the 6-foot-0, 185-pounder. "It's worked out for me because I've been able to get bigger, faster and stronger."
Jabbie, who plays running back, wideout, safety and cornerback for The Hun School in Princeton, N.J., was wowed by his first few offers.
"Notre Dame is big-time, it has so much tradition, so I was kind of blown away when they offered," he said. "BC, Missouri and the others are also very impressive programs. I don't have a favorite."
Jabbie will be at Boston College this weekend for an official visit and has Missouri set for Dec. 12. He'll visit Notre Dame on Jan. 16.
"I have two other visits I could take, but I don't know if I'll need them," he said. "I'm looking for a school with good academics and where I can fit in. My visits will be important."
Jabbie had 1,200 all-purpose yards this season with 18 touchdowns on offense. On defense he had four interceptions and one touchdown as well.
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Two of the most common skin conditions to drive people to dermatologists have to be eczema and psoriasis. Although these aren't life threatening, they can be uncomfortable physically in the case of itchy eczema and emotionally, as they leave the sufferer with scaly, red patches.
Both are actually very common, and although there aren't cures for either of them, it's thought they are rooted in a malfunction in the immune system.
"While the exact cause of the immune system malfunction in eczema is not understood, it is known that in psoriasis the white blood cells mistakenly attack an individual's own skin, setting off a reaction that dilates blood vessels and attracts more white blood cells," Dr Gabriela at Aesthetics Lab told Cover Media. "The result is an over production of skin cells that migrate too quickly to the surface, causing a build-up of scaly skin.
"Eczema tends to be more prevalent in children, and psoriasis in adults."
One of the first things you'll likely talk to your doctor about is what could have caused your eczema flare up. On many occasions it'll be something external, like a harsh washing powder, a new type of fabric, dry climates or irritating ingredients in beauty products.
The triggers for psoriasis are a little different as they are usually physiological, meaning things like infections, skin trauma, medication, alcohol, smoking and a bad diet can bring it on.
The way your eczema or psoriasis will be treated also depends on the area affected; for example if it's on your hair or nails, you'll be given something different to if you have a patch on your legs.
As with most things skin related, treatment varies greatly. Dr Sohail Mansoor, Consultant Dermatologist and BMI Kings Oak Hospital in Enfield, points out that things have changed a great deal since the days of piling steroids on people.
"While the standard therapy is the judicious use of topical steroids, we are using more and more immune modulating creams - these are used to kick-start the body's natural immune response to force it to tackle the skin complaint," he explained.
"It's important to avoid soap-based products and to use moisturisers liberally to reduce water loss through skin. New moisturisers with skin-like lipids called ceramides are now coming onto market.
"In the case of eczema, it is important to see a dermatologist to optimise therapy, as light therapy and oral medications are sometimes required. Allergy testing is also vital in a select few cases."
Psoriasis largely used to be treated with creams, but there are now more tablets and injections available for people who find they don't help. These are prescribed by dermatologists, which is why a trip to the clinic is recommended.
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This review is from: GIGABYTE GA-Z97X-SLI LGA 1150 Intel Z97 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
• Great feature-set at a low price
• Attractive board for open window builds
• Great PCI-E spacing for SLI/Crossfire
• A pair of x8 PCI-E slots for dual GPU builds (as opposed to the "SLI capable…with a x4 slot")
• Software package that has some nice applications worth using
• Board layout is good overall
• M.2 slot on the board
• DualBIOS (for those failed overclocking experiments)
• Enough overclocking options in the bios to have a little fun
• Secondary CPU fan header (good for fan-speed control with dual-fan CPU coolers)
• Flexible memory support (speed/brand)
• Narrow ATX spec (good for smaller mid-tower cases)
• 3-year warranty
• Comes with case badge (a LOL for me – but a lot of people gripe when there isn't one included)
• None at all for the price point – so I will start my notes HERE:
Went with a budget initial build. I figured that your average builder wouldn't dump a 4770k/2400 MHZ RAM/ SLI GTX-780's into a board like this.
Pentium G3220/stock cooler
IGP for graphics
Intel 240GB 530 SSD
700wt OCZ Modstream PSU
Windows 8 install from a USB 2.0 drive had me at a desktop pulling updates in less than 7 minutes. All devices properly detected.
I used an open-air test bed for the build, but for somebody building in a case, show a little care when inserting the 24-pin, as this is a narrow ATX board (right-edge standoffs are not used), so there isn't much support along that edge. A lot of people list this as a CON, but it's actually nice to have the narrower spec in a smaller mid-tower box where space is at a premium. Besides, it's not like you're constantly removing/inserting the 24-pin, so who cares. It's one and done for most people.
Overall board layout is solid. Wide PCI-E spacing for airflow running multi-GPU setups, and enough spread around the CPU socket, that larger-size air coolers shouldn't be much of a problem (outside of the stock cooler, I also popped on an Enermax ETS-40 (no issues), and a Corsair H55 (the secondary fan header was excellent for this, giving me a place for the pump header/fan header that allowed the mobo to control the pump/fan speeds for me). Some people will gripe about the SATA headers being under the GPU area. Again, it's not much trouble to pop 2 screws + a PCI-E lock, nor are you doing it that often. They have to put those SATA headers somewhere, and if they were placed below the GPU area, it would still be too cramped to get your fingers in – so you're popping the card anyway. I see this as a negative point in a lot of reviews, and just don't understand why it's a problem. So good overall board layout, with no complaints on my end.
Other Thoughts:
I/O on the backplane is what you see at this price point. A little light on the USB 3.0 ports, and no optical out. The Z97X-SLI does include the legacy PS-2 port (great for failed overclocking experiments that require a PS-2 keyboard to access the bios), and a couple of USB 2.0 ports (very useful for USB 2.0 devices that get twitchy on USB 3.0 ports). Board I/O is standard, with front panel USB connectors, the same tired front panel connector block (somebody needs to set a standard here, so a single block-plug can be used), and a couple legacy PCI slots (nice for they guy that is still using a nice quality PCI sound card, or RAID card).
Bios isn't bad. Actually has some memory timing options (not usually seen in a budget board bios), and enough voltage settings to allow you to play. The UEFI interface looks nice, and is easy to navigate. Included software package had a couple of highlights, with the Windows GUI BIOS updater working flawlessly, downloading the latest BIOS from Gigabyte's site, and updating without issue. The Smart Start software was also cool, as it returns the Windows 7 start button functionality to a Windows 8 build (similar to Stardock's Start 8 widget). The remaining software included the normal stuff to get you up and running (drivers, Adobe Reader), and a Gigabyte branded overclocking tuner (see notes below).
We know the Z97X-SLI is solid for a budget gaming build, so time to up the ante on the hardware.
4670k w/Corsair H55
EVGA SLI GTX780's
Took the easy way out, and used Gigabyte's EasyTune software within the App Center. Pulled a pretty easy 4.24 GHZ overclock. Didn't run Prime 95 for stability, just played COD Ghosts for a couple hours, and had no issues. Would love to have tried an M.2 SSD, but they have two different connectors, and with the tech being so new, most of the drives are out of stock.
A really nice offering from Gigabyte here. The Z97X-SLI offers a nice mix of features, capability, and looks, for not a lot of money (current price is $124 here at Newegg.com). Proof that you don't need to open up your wallet for quality and functionality. It's tough to admit sometimes, but folks who build their own machines for gaming, with the intent of doing a little overclocking, almost always spend more than they need to on the motherboard, due to marketing and hype. The Z97X-SLI is not for hardcore LN2 overclockers, nor is it for people that are trying to set 3dMark records – it's for the 90%+ in between. Gigabyte has a solid track record for build quality longevity, so pretty safe to say that the Z97X-SLI should be a solid foundation for your 1150 build.
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Hong Kong (AFP) Aug 10, 2011
Hong Kong's biggest teachers' union on Wednesday called on city officials to block a proposal to usher in mandatory classes about Chinese patriotism.
Earlier this year, the city's top education officials proposed making the controversial classes compulsory for school children, sparking fears of political brainwashing.
James Hon, a spokesman for the Hong Kong Professional Teachers' Union, rejected the proposal outright.
"This is clearly political interference (in our education system)," he said, adding that it would be "detrimental to students' all-rounded development".
The former British colony, which returned to China in 1997, is a semi-autonomous territory which maintains its own political and legal system, with civil liberties not seen on the mainland.
Protests against Beijing are a regular fixture in the city, which has a population of seven million.
Under the proposal students would take 50 hours of lessons a year focusing on "building national harmony, identity and unity among individuals".
There would be no exams, but classes would assess if pupils "feel happy to be Chinese" or "consider the needs of the country when planning their future", according to guidelines posted on the website of the Education Bureau.
Advocates said it would help students "develop a sense of belonging to the motherland", "support national sports teams" and "appreciate Chinese culture".
The union, which has a membership of 80,000 -- 90 percent of the city's teachers -- recently released a survey which found 70 percent of its members opposed the classes.
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If approved, the classes will be implemented in primary schools starting next year and in secondary schools from 2013.
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If they get Beasley (23 years old) the Lakers are low key in strong position for a rebuild. Bynum is 24, and regardless of injuries is moving better, and feeling confident as ever. Ebanks(22) ceiling is high, and I think he can be an Ariza impact or better when he gets his opportunity. Then you got Goudelock(23), and McRoberts(25).
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