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"do you wanna build a snowman??"
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The Incredibles art
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Pixar Street
This is my entry to Pixar Times' January Pixart feature.
It was pretty great to be featured there, as so many amazing artists have already contributed to the website.
As I would be making a single piece instead of a series, as I normally do, I wanted to use as many movies as I could instead of focusing on just one.
I aboslutely love Pixar's buildings, but they usually don't receive nearly as much attention as the characters do. and as I already had the posters to some establishments, I thought it would be a nice addition to now have the structures themselves.
Had lots of fun doing this!
There ain't no bromance like a PIXAR bromance! hey-oh!
art by: ForeverMoMo
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Brad Bird, director and writer for The Incredibles (and Edna Mode's voice) has declared to be getting ready for the film's sequel. He admitted it was because "he loves those characters and their world". He has already thought of many elements he thinks would work great for The Incredibles 2, but has to first finish Walt Disney Pictures' Tomorrowland with George Clooney and Hugh Laurie, which will be released December 2014. This could mean that the film could be coming in 2016 or 2017.
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You guys excited?
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Some beautiful Disney weddings…
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Images have been released of more Disney characters that will be appearing (one way or the other), in the new video game Disney Infinity.
Characters such as Snow White, Ariel (The Little Mermaid), Dumbo, Cinderella, Stitch (Lilo & Stitch), Maximus (Tangled), Abu (Aladdin), Vanellope Von Schweetz (Wreck-it Ralph), Khan (Mulan) are alongside other characters (many Pixar ones) that had been already confirmed to appear, such as Sully (Monsters Inc), Jack Sparrow (Pirates of the Caribbean), Mr. Incredible (The Incredibles), Jack Skellington (The Nightmare Before Christmas) and Woody (Toy Story).
The videogame Disney Infinity which will be released later this year has offically announced the Disney characters who will be in it. Ralph, Woody, Buzz, Jessie, Lightning McQueen, Mater, Mr. Incredible, Frozono, Edna Mode, Phineas, Perry, Jack Sparrow, Jack Skellington, Mike Wasowski, Sully and a few others will be some of the characters you'd be able to choose from and play in this Disney Interactive video game which reunites Disney and Pixar characters.
Personally, I would have loved to see more of the classic characters from the Disney Renaissance like from The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and some from way back like Peter Pan!
What characters of films do you wish to have seen in this list or seen more of?


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So, Canibus battled Dizaster this weekend. In the third round, Canibus forfeited the match, but decided to, um, read his lyrics from a notepad. Watch and discuss.
I also didn't know what to expect when I watched the whole video. If I just could take it line for line (since both rappers were doing writtens) I would say I enjoyed Canibus' rhymes better. He unfortunately just couldn't memorize shit.
That being said, written battles are just as stupid as being read off a notebook.
Another thing about this is that canibus has too much baggage to bring into a battle with him against somebody he doesnt know anything about…. Half of Diz material was making fun of Canibus for his stalker like Decade of dickriding Eminem & about how he's a crybaby who blames everybody else for his problems and how he never lived up to the hype and he needs to hang it up….. What was Bis really gonna counter all that with, does he even know enough about Diz to get personal like that, or was he just gonna spit "Science Bars" all night long??
You enjoyed Canibus rhymes better? What a joke, listen again my friend. Nobody freestyles anymore, the battle culture has changed. Adapt and shut up.
@Mitch, I didn't say any good would come from it, but he sure as shit has gotten publicity. You know what they say about no such thing as bad pub (sidenote: there is very much such a thing as bad publicity)….if it was in fact a stunt, and he thought it would move units, all that makes him is the idiot we already think he is.
See I have been discussing this whole written battle subject quite a bit lately. I have been informed recently that in these rap battle circuits out there the battles are much like boxing, your opponent is known for months and you both have time to prepare all of your rhymes… Hold up wait!!! I ALWAYS have thought that battling was a freestyle not written! I have never brought written rhymes to any battle ever and once I realized this is how it is I am appalled! If all these world famous battlers all use writtens I swear right here right now that I must be one of the best battle emcees in the universe cause I have crushed a ton of emcees on stage on a street corner, anywhere, and I always freestyle. I have completely taken apart people piece by piece, embarassed them and hurt their souls with my freestyles… I swear this whole rap scene sucks these days! I know people are gonna say I am full of sh!t but damn these lazy, uncreative, unskilled, to me only half of an emcee emcees out there disgust me! To be a true emcee in my book you must be completely proficient in the art of the written word and freestyling/off the top. If you can only write you are a writer and performer. If you can only freestyle you are a novelty act to empress your friends. I swear people don't work hard enough to master their crafts, everyone wants to be a rapper but they don't put the time in to truly be one.
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LeBron James showed once again why he is the most talented player in the game. Whether it was guarding Kendrick Perkins on the post or guarding Russell Westbrook on the perimeter, LeBron displayed his versatility by guarding all five positions and scoring on all five positions. LeBron did everything that he could to help his team to a victory.
Unfortunately, his team looked like they were coming off a back-to-back.
Battier, Haslem, Chalmers, Bosh, Miller, and Anthony only combined for 11 points in the second half, after scoring 34 points in the first half. In fact, they only scored a total of 40 points in the second half, while Durant and Westbrook alone scored 41 points in the second half.
Simply put, the Thunder should not be this good, this early. But they are.
Despite making his first Finals appearance, Kevin Durant didn't look phased at all. It was just another game of basketball. No matter who he was going up against, even if it was LeBron James. Durant took the game over by scoring 17 points in the 4th quarter, finishing with 36 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists; making everyone rethink their MVP vote for LeBron James.
Runner-ups to the MVP are 2-9 against the regular season MVP in the NBA Finals. The irony is that LeBron James is now 2-9 in the NBA Finals as well. From this vantage point, neither has the advantage.
However, while Lebron may have gotten the regular season MVP award, something tells me that KD will be just fine getting the Finals MVP.


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"A bomb dropped by a plane of the 463rd Bomb Group, 774th Bomb Squadron, 15th Af, falls toward a biouac area in Bologna, Italy, as a formation of medium bombers, flying much lower, also seeks out its target. October 12 1944" (via)
"R.O. Garlington inspects the tail gun of a Convair B-58 airplane." (via)
"Spectacular crash at Byoritsu oil refinery, Formosa, was photographed by a B-25 of the 5th AF 345th Bomb Group on 26 May 1945 just as it released its string of parafrags. North American B-25 No.192 was hit by flak from a camouflaged battery and trails smoke. A gaping hole is visible on the pilot's side." (via)
"A South African Air Force instructor trains prospective air gunners on the camera gun by manoeuvring a model aircraft on a long pole." (via)
"On board a No 240 Squadron Catalina at Stranraer, March 1941. A WOp/AG (wireless operator/air gunner) poses with his twin Vickers 'K' guns at the starboard blister hatch, while being serenaded by the banjulele-playing navigator!" (via)
"Still from camera gun footage shot from a North American Mustang Mark III flown by Flying Officer J Butler of No. 65 Squadron RAF, as he shot down a Focke Wulf Fw 190D of II/JG26 which was attempting to attack an Avro Lancaster (banking, left), during a daylight raid by Bomber Command on the Gremberg railway yards at Cologne, Germany." (via)
"Vertical photograph taken during the night attack on the German tank and lorry depot near Mailly-le-Camp, France, by 346 Avro Lancasters of Nos. 1 and 5 Groups. A Lancaster, silhouetted by the large explosion, clears the target area during the raid which, although successful in the destruction caused, was costly in terms of aircraft losses, 42 being shot down by Luftwaffe night fighters." (via)
"The R/T [Radio Telephone) discipline, I'm afraid to say, was bad. There were many skippers calling for the OK to go in and bomb; their language was fruity to say the least, the night sky was blue!! One pilot was heard to say that he was on fire and for the markers to "pull their fingers out". An Australian voice came in reply "If you are going to die, die like a man – quietly."..
..In my diary, I record that a "scarecrow" exploded immediately beneath us. As previously mentioned, we are now sure that it was an actual aircraft blowing up. The bomb-aimer, who was lying down in the nose, saw the explosion and the blast and flames rising rapidly towards us. He had no time to say anything before the blast hit us. We were blown nearly completely upside down…
…When we became straight and level again, I checked the crew for injuries. All seemed OK until I checked with Taffy, Idris Arndell, the wireless operator. On hearing him call "Blood, Blood!" I looked back through the navigator's curtain to see Taffy wiping his face and head. Little did I know that it was our "pee can" that had tipped over him in the mêlée…" (via Flight Lieutenant Russell "Rusty" Waughman, DFC, AFC)
"Bristol Beaufighters from Nos. 144 and 254 Squadrons RAF, No. 455 Squadron RAAF and No. 489 Squadron RNZAF attacking German 'M' class minesweepers escorting a convoy off the Dutch coast, north-west of Borkum, with rocket projectiles. Thirteen aircraft can be seen in the photograph, which was taken over the tail of a Beaufighter of No. 455 Squadron after delivering its attack." (via)
the DFS 230 assault glider (via)
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More DC Shakeups on the Way, Catwoman Still a Slut
- Written by Jude Terror on Friday, July 06 2012 and posted in News with Benefits
An interview with Ann Nocenti on Newsarama reveals some juicy information about the DCnU.
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The lovely and talented Vaneta Rogers at Newsarama interviewed new Catwoman writer Ann Nocenti, and Nocenti revealed some details of her plans for the series. Firstly, Selina will become a "jet-setting heroine," travelling to different locations instead of staying based out of Gotham City. Nocenti also plans to delve into the kleptomaniac aspect of Selina's character, exploring the desire to steal things out of compulsion or thrill-seeking rather than need.
Most importantly, however, Nocenti promises that Catwoman will remain an object of the sexually arrested fantasies of virginal readers, saying "I actually have a peculiar feminism that does not involve the idea that women shouldn't be sexy. Female characters written in comics have always been pretty damned sexy, and used their sexuality. And I don't have any problem with that."
In a followup question, Nocenti goes into more detail:
Rogers: We saw Catwoman and Batman dealing with a relationship early in the title after the relaunch, although it appeared to be ended and resolved. But will that pair get together again at all in your run?
Nocenti: You know, I have a brand new boy for her. So I probably will take her down a different road with the man in her life, just for a little while.
Rogers: Not just objects?
Nocenti: Right.
The interview also made a very interesting assertion as a side note, claiming that Newsarama has inside information that DC's currently available solicitations are outdated and that there will be more shakeups in creative teams in the coming months.
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Will winning names be published, so we can see who won? None have done this so far.
Also, I just tested it by entering a name for a closed comp. Interface needs a bit more work to prevent this happening.
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Will winning names be published, so we can see who won? None have done this so far.
Also, I just tested it by entering a name for a closed comp. Interface needs a bit more work to prevent this happening.
This will not work like this. We have no idea who won a contest. It's is only good for the contest holder to harvest ideas for free.
Why not make a "name my thingy" category on 99designs where all contest are blind and with money back guarantee. Lot of people asking for names and taglines to be made up already.
Cheers and happy new year!
Awesome Idea . Looking it up . I have helped create quite a lot of brand and product names , I might do good here ;)
I think we shall have a lot of problems up there . Doubtful payments and manipulated answers ... Mods do something about it .
Ummmm............. Shane Tilley works for Sitepoint and he said on the blog "Were often asked on 99designs, SitePoint, and Flippa.com: Can you help me run a contest to name my thingy? Well, now we can!"
When I asked the same question to the blog in the comments box as below it was deleted by the editor:
The moderators of THIS specific forum may not be responsible but this is all Sitepoint. Passing the buck just further lessens the integrity of the whole idea - IMO.
ha this is an excellent idea. Just taken a look and I'm amazed at how many people are willing to pay for a name for their site already. very cool.
However, it's not really buck-passing to ask you to please direct any questions about specific contests through official support channels -- the people who watch the Marketplace support queue are the people who have the ability and knowledge to answer those questions correctly. And I'm sure you can understand that it doesn't do to discuss any disputes about specific contests on our blogs. Specific contests shouldn't be discussed in this thread, either.
The *general* suggestion, however, about how to announce winners and so on is definitely important, and if you have any other general suggestions or concerns about the service, please feel free to share them here. :)
I was just forced to re-post my earlier request for a name idea. I did not realize that my post would be completed deleted after the 5 days! I assumed I would be able to at least access my post so that I could provide a payment, but the truth was I had to choose within the 5 days allotted.
It would be MUST better if one's post could be visible for 5 days, but then "locked" so that it can at least be read by the original author and so that the author may have time to pay. Even if it's just for another week. Otherwise, you don't really get a full 5 days to decide, you get less, and if you miss by a minute, you're out of luck.
Any thoughts? I hope my original name suggestor will see my second post.
Oops... well after that ranting and raving I realized that I can access my expired post in My Account. I'm not sure if this is new or if it's been there all along (more likely). Sorry about that!! :)
Sounds cool, but looks like no one is using it. You guys should definitely do something to revive the sitepoint marketplace.


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Every once in a while, it seems NBA coaches and GMs alike entertain the same pipe dreams fans do.
The acquisition of Carlos Delfino is such a pipe dream, and at least Doc Rivers realizes it. Saddled with a high payroll and into the luxury tax, the C's could only offer Delfino a $2 million bi-annual exception contract, a contract which will not be enough to sign the talented Argentine swingman, unless he is willing to accept (significantly) less money to play in green and white.
"We've looked and really wish we had the money to sign him," Rivers said.
Delfino's stats aren't jarring, but his 9.0 points per game and 1.5 steals per game would be nice coming off the bench and would greatly exceed what Mickael Pietrus was/is capable of bringing to the team. Moreover, for those who have tuned into the 2012 Olympic games, Delfino is tearing it up for his home country of Argentina, averaging 15 points per game on a squad that features several other NBA players, including former Houston Rocket Luis Scola and of course Spurs sixth man Manu Ginobili.
So why speak of Delfino when there is no chance of obtaining him?
I'm not so sure. Perhaps Doc thinks praising him openly to the Argentine media is a way of wooing him to accept less money. And it's not like such has never happened before. With a little luck, or actually a lot of luck, Delfino could be lacing up his shoes in Boston next season. The move would be of much greater significance than most casual fans realize.


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Whoever shows up to the polls tomorrow may determine Ontario's next Premier and whether she or he enjoys a majority or minority government. The question is, will that be decided by a majority of Ontarians, or will it reflect a … Continue reading →
Whoever shows up to the polls tomorrow may determine Ontario's next Premier and whether she or he enjoys a majority or minority government. The question is, will that be decided by a majority of Ontarians, or will it reflect a … Continue reading →
Cowichan Conversations: Former Bank of Canada Governor Speaks Of the Dangers Of Radical Fundamentalist Capitalism
Now here is a voice of reason that is well worth watching and listening too. Carried by Press Progress and made available courtesy of Huffington Press.
Well, this ought to cause a stir at this summer's garden parties among Canada's elites.
Mark Carney, former Bank of Canada Governor (now the Governor of the Bank of England) has come forward to condemn what he calls "unchecked market fundamentalism."
He delivered the remarks last week at the Conference for Inclusive Capitalism, an annual gathering of global political and financial elites that featured keynotes by Carney along with Prince Charles (Read more…)
Mark Carney said the following to a group of the world's elites last week:
"Just like any revolution eats its children," Carney told the audience of global power brokers, "unchecked market fundamentalism can devour the social capital essential for the long-term dynamism of capitalism itself."
"All ideologies are prone to extremes. Capitalism loses its sense of moderation when the belief in the power of the market enters the realm of faith."
It's rather gratifying to think of certain groups and individuals with their knickers in a twist, isn't it?
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When the next big financial crisis hits the world economy, and Canadian banks are in distress — as they were during the 2008 financial crisis — the bank-using public will have plenty to worry about.
As we saw earlier in this series, it's hard to trust banks to protect our savings and investments when so many of them have been exposed behaving unethically, gambling extravagantly on exotic financial instruments, and even engaging in fraudulent activities.
Last week, U.S. regulators adopted the new Volcker rule, which bars American banks from several forms of conflict of interest, including trading securities for their own account, or owning hedge or private-equity funds.
It, and similar new laws in Europe, will help, but they will not stop big banks and rogue investors that are determined to gamble and carry out illegal activities.
Meanwhile, governments themselves are the source of an altogether new threat to our . . . → Read More: A Different Point of View….: Should Account-holders pay for High-Flying Bankers' Misdeeds?
This and that for your Thursday reading.
- Andrew Simms and Stephen Reid note that the corporatist dogma that everything is done more efficiently in the private sector has no apparent basis in reality: The myth of private sector superiority says that the private sector is efficient and dynamic, the public sector wasteful and slow; that the more we can get the private sector to run things the better. That the head of a massive public enterprise like the Olympics can so blithely discount what underpins it demonstrates its reach. In fact, while billboard adverts said we had commercial sponsors (Read more…)
Wife of Bank of England governor turns herself into a guillotine-magnet:
Diana Carney – wife of the new Bank of England governor (and former Bank of Canada head) – had a Mary Antoinette moment on March 25, 2013 when she whined on Twitter that she and her husband were having trouble finding suitable housing in London.
British taxpayers are giving her husband Mark Carney an annual salary of £624,000 (more than $959,000 CAD) plus an annual housing allowance of £250,000 (more than $384,000 CAD). No doubt he is also getting a bunch of other benefits and privileges. This is
. . . → Read More: The Ranting Canadian: Wife of Bank of England governor turns herself into a guillotine-magnet
Every December, I like to name a "Person of the Year" – the individual who left their mark on Canadian politics over the past year. The only rules are that the PM is too obvious a choice, and that lame picks ("You!") are strictly verboten. The Person of the Year doesn't need to be someone who used the force for the powers of good, or someone I like – just someone who made a difference. Below is a list of recent choices:
2011: Jack Layton 2010: Rob Ford and Naheed Nenshi2009: Jim Flaherty2008: Stephane Dion2007:
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This is causing a bit of a stir in some circles today in light of the Globe piece yesterday: "The Carney affair with the Liberal Party: It will all end in tears." I'm not sure exactly who would be the ones ending up in tears here so I leave it to others to determine that.
But I do recall some tears that were shed on Carney's departure. They were those of Finance Minister Jim Flaherty, pictured here in an emotional gaze toward the Bank of Canada Governor. If there were any questions about Mark Carney's judgment in speaking about
. . . → Read More: Impolitical: The Carney brouhaha
Stephen Gordon is at least moderately panicked about the less-than-surprising news that some Lib operatives tried to recruit Mark Carney to serve as the party's national leader – and there may be worse to come. But I'll argue that there's far less to be concerned about than Gordon, Mike Moffatt and others are suggesting.
At the outset, I presume it's fairly uncontroversial that we have numerous important positions of influence intended to be filled by experts motivated by the public good.
Gordon and Moffatt seem to place the Bank of Canada on a particularly high pedestal, which may be how
. . . → Read More: Accidental Deliberations: On transferable skills
What an exciting day to be a political addict in Canada. Who says Canadian politics is boring? People who aren't paying attention, that's who. At least four exciting things happened yesterday. Yes, four.
First, the Mayor of Toronto, Rob Ford, was found in violation of the Conflict of Interest act and will be removed from office. Essentially, he voted on something he really shouldn't have and clearly took pride in not knowing how the process of government works as a defense. A process which he has been involved in for 15 years. Fascinating.
Second, we find out that Mark Carney, you know, (Read more…)
What an exciting day to be a political addict in Canada. Who says Canadian politics is boring? People who aren't paying attention, that's who. At least four exciting things happened yesterday. Yes, four.
First, the Mayor of Toronto, Rob Ford, was found in violation of the Conflict of Interest act and will be removed from office. Essentially, he voted on something he really shouldn't have and clearly took pride in not knowing how the process of government works as a defense. A process which he has been involved in for 15 years. Fascinating.
Second, we find out that Mark Carney, you know, (Read more…)
Ok, obviously I was interested in this as the big event of the day but you cannot control for what the political gods of the day have in store for you: "Joyce Murray joins Liberal leadership, calls for co-operation with NDP, Greens." That's the leading… . . . → Read More: Impolitical: Busy news day: Murray, Carney, Ford
Rob Ford is removed as Mayor of Toronto, and Mark Carney is flying across the pond to become Governor of the Bank of England. If any politician is looking to unload some bad news, today would be the perfect "take out the trash day". . . . → Read More: Calgary Grit: Goodbye
Off the top of my head and since this is becoming a bit of a thing, some questions for Mr. Carney to ponder, in no particular order.
1. Do you think war resisters should be able to stay in Canada?
2. What is your position on a woman's right to choose?
3. Do you favour cap and trade or a carbon tax and why? Or perhaps neither? And why?
4. Do you support electoral system reform? If so, what kind and why?
5. Do you enjoy talking about the random variety of issues raised in questions 1 – 4?
. . . → Read More: Impolitical: 20 Questions for Mark Carney
Now that we know who can run for Liberal leader (namely, anyone with $75,000 and 300 signatures), the question becomes who should run:
"We have to be careful not to think that somebody who wants to raise his or her profile or somebody who wants to pursue a particular single issue should see this as an attainable platform to do that," New Brunswick MP and prospective leadership candidate Dominic Leblanc told Postmedia News earlier this month.
"What I think Liberals want are a number of good candidates
. . . → Read More: Calgary Grit: The Table Stakes
This and that for your Thursday reading.
- While Thomas Walkom's latest has faced some justified criticism from a couple of angles, this part at least looks to be right on the money: The assumption here was that if businesses were allowed to keep more of their profits they would invest them productively.
But in the real world, corporations don't invest when the economic outlook looks gloomy. Why hire workers if you're not sure you can sell what they produce?
Instead, corporations took the extra profits provided by government and sat on them — either in the form of cash
. . . → Read More: Accidental Deliberations: Thursday Morning Links
Miscellaneous material for your mid-week reading.
- Kady points out that despite the Cons' best efforts to stonewall, the Robocon investigation in Guelph looks to have locked in on the source of their fraudulent robocalls. And while it's indeed somewhat concerning that Elections Canada hasn't reached anywhere near the same depth of investigation when it comes to the other 234 ridings where voters have reported questionable calls, a solid case aimed at an individual who took steps to cover his tracks may be just the opening needed to get at the party's wider scheme.
- pogge duly slams Jim Flaherty's
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This and that for your Thursday reading.
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But he sought to dispel the notion that the high loonie bears the bulk of the blame.
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Miscellaneous material to start your week.
- Joe Stiglitz discusses the link between increased inequality and the U.S.' economic frailty: Any solution to today's problems requires addressing the economy's underlying weakness: a deficiency in aggregate demand. Firms won't invest if there is no demand for their products. And one of the key reasons for lack of demand is America's level of inequality — the highest in the advanced countries.
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Before that, one other thing. It looks like a group of Borys Wrzesnewskyj supporters swarmed the poll late, so I've excluded
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Yesterday, I looked at the ten names being tossed around most frequently for Liberal leadership – Rae, Leblanc, Trudeau, McGuinty^2, Garneau, Brison, Coderre, Cauchon, and Kennedy.
Today, a look at some long-shot candidates.
Mark Carney: The Bank of Canada governor would have instant credibility on the economy and, unlike many bankers, he's not uncharismatic. There is, of course, still the question of whether or not he's a Liberal – but no one seems too concerned about that.
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More of a response than a review. Spoilers ahead.
I cried like a bitch. Like a BITCH. Uncontrollable sobbing throughout. I was terrified and genuinely concerned for the well being of my characters. The last 2 weeks had primed us to be a bit more accepting how far the writers were willing to go in terms of deaths. We went in believing "No one is safe". I love what they did for the story, as well as the more subtle commentaries they broach.I'm curious as to what the full extent Zaheer was truly willing to go in terms of harming the Airbenders. His orders to "wipe them out" were simply a baiting tactic. Would he have let them go in the end?Bei Fong sisters throwin' down the Bei Fong law. Korra still being awesome while cuffed. For a moment Tonraq was prime suspect for death #1. Lavabending rescue we all saw coming but loved anyway.For a moment, my heart broke for Zaheer. Beautifully executed death scene. Those sound effects: Hollow, eerie, and conclusive. That grief on his face. Anarchist murderer or not, the thought of losing someone you love, whom with the relationships depth is predicated on the same passionate values you are presently fighting with your life over; it lays heavy on anyone. One of those subtle commentaries is the dynamic between Zaheer & P'Li. The scene in which the extent of their relationship is explicitly stated depicts a shorter man kissing up to a taller woman without making it appear comical. It was never a joke or notably compared, it just is."Empty, and become wind." He is truly liberated from earthly desires. And perhaps he actually is. But what of that which imprisons us and is not a desire? Is Zaheer not chained by his grief? His ideology? Or is he truly serving his words of "loyalty to the self" faithfully? And what does it say about a human, who is of the earth, severs himself from earthly desires?The sight of the Northern Air Temple being melted right off the mountain. Damn.Terrifying and unsettling. It's always painful to watch your protagonist so vulnerable and so hurt. I don't know why I didn't see that as their ultimate goal in the first place. Makes perfect sense. But most of finale episode was really just hazy blur of terror, tears, and heartbreak. That moment when you realize they're topping Season 2's finale threw me over the edge. Studio Mir gets the shot right every time. I was in the middle of that throw down the entire time.There was one particular aspect I felt made this fight fundamentally different and more exciting from the Unalaq and Korra throwdown. In Season 2 she wields the Avatar State pretty lucidly. But this…this was the wrathful Avatar's unbridled rage, the likes of which we have not seen since Aang's battle with the Fire Lord. I would not describe her as "in control" for most of this fight, if any. Though this is the first time we've seen her fight int he Avatar State since the severance of the past lives. Does that mean the Avatar State is weaker now, or does it not work like that?
A friend recently pointed out to me that Mako more or less executed someone. Deaths aren't just things bad people do to other bad people, nor is killing someone necessarily in and of itself enough to make you a "bad person". Mako was completely justified, but that doesn't mean it still can't weigh on you.Zaheer always spoke of the power in freedom and chaos as the natural order. Yet he does not consider the strength held by those who, in their freedom, choose to act in concert within a system to achieve even greater accomplishments. There is an elegant irony that the element he mastered still over came him when faced with this principle. "We have power together".Last minute save by Jinora (again), but we're totally cool with it. How did she know the poison was metal? Was it simply from her observations in Astral Form? Could she sense it in her aura? Spiritually enhanced perception?The rest is just a sob fest. Korra, oh Korra. Appreciated Asami bein' there for her girl. Defeat is a heavy burden to bare. Metal poisoning, I shutter just thinking about it. Not all victories are clean, and the aftermath can impact the rest of our lives. lol "Shoetrees", Meelo. Jinora, I'm so proud, you beautiful fictional character you. That last frame…Korra. Hurt, loved, damaged, & hopeful, all at the same time. They say so much with so little.Season 4Will they attempt to reconnect the past lives? Would Jinora be instrumental in that? Is going back to the status quo a possible goal? Interesting about all our villains: their ideologies in their purest form, had a point. Inequality, imprisoning the spirits, and corrupt nations all impact the balance of the world. Will Korra need to honestly reassess the Avatar's place in the world? She's already eliminated the need for "bridge between worlds" role. Is the era of the Avatar truly reaching its twilight and will it be Korra's mission to responsibly lay that mantle to rest? If not, what is the role of the Avatar in this rapidly evolving world?
I disappeared for 6 months, never finished reviewing Season 2, and then life just got crazy. BUT I SWEAR I'LL USE THIS TUMBLR THINGY AGAIN!But these are my pride and joys. Shortly after the original series started I told myself that if in several years I still want them and the opportunity presents itself I will get them. Lo and behold: I got them in mid & late 2012, each arm about 6 months apart from one another. My cousin Mike is a professional tattoo artist in Ormand Beach, Florida and owns a place called Artistic Soul. He asked what I wanted and this was it. The color is a custom mix of a blue and grey/steel type ink. I definitely whimpered like a little bitch the first time, but the 2nd arm was not so bad. Each one took a little under 2 hours (including smoke breaks).These are my firsts and only tattoos. There is 0 regret. I still get excited when I look at them, and if you're wondering if I, at age 28, still run around the house pretending I'm the Avatar: the answer is yes. Yes, I do. I certainly plan on getting my legs and spine done someday, however it would require some recovery time that involves not wearing shoes/pants for several days. No needle will ever touch my scalp. EVER. I opted to keep the arrows off for now for no other reason than I'd like to have a big boy job in the adult world someday.They're fun. I often have people ask about them. Many people I've met at some point on campus tell me they've known me as "The guy with the stripes on his arm", cause sun's out, guns out, ya know? They're often afraid to assume that it's actually from A:TLA or think that I'm covering up some old terrible tattoo like an Ex's name, lol. It's also a great trump card when someone tries to tell me they're the biggest Avatar fan ever. Pfft #ShitsOnMyBody4LIFE
Calling it right now: Varrick hired the Agni Kai's to bomb the SWTCC. He's our obligatory "good guy" who actually turns out the be another bad guy.Those 2 cops that were ignoring Mako's new information; payed off. I don't know that I buy that they're just lazy.S'all I got for right now.
/ExasperatedSigh…I don't even know how to spell the sounds of frustration I am making. This epsiode had a lot of short comings.Usually I wait til the end to complain about the poor art, but they threw it right in our faces this time! Bei Fong and Iroh look. like. TRASH. Wtf?! WTF?! Bland. Flat. BORING! There was a lower quality across the board on this one for everyone. But…STUDIO MIR NEXT EPISODE! So I'll be patient and know that the saving grace is coming.So characterization: What is going on? NOTHING is going on and that's the problem. Every one of our main characters seem more like afterthoughts, especially Asami. So much of the emotional life and decisions our characters are making is totally lost. There's no room for us or the characters to breath. The resonance of a moment between characters, the impact it has on them, is MISSING…what the hell is a story without these things? Boring is the answer, if you weren't sure. And it's upsetting because I HATE that I think this. I HATE that I have to say the writer's are doing poor job with pacing and it's having a huge negative impact on my investment in the characters. Not that I expected Korra and Lin to be besties, but she did restore her bending after all. You might expect her to be a little less of a bitch in their first contact. I mean Asami was basically duped into war profiteering at the behest of Varrick. Iroh was ready to risk his entire career cause the Avatar asked. There was no real struggle or depth to his decision. I know plenty of military personal, including my best friend, who would never ever make that decision so lightly even if you could get away with it. I call bullshit. The same can be said for Korra's fly-away tear after breaking up with Mako. We see this somber moment ALMOST come through, and then they just show us one fly-away tear. I need a little more from her. And here's the unfortunate reality: Studio Pierrot isn't really capable of showing us real emotional depth in their work. It's just not good enough.I find myself seeking the justifications of characters actions, rather than feeling them through whats presented. That's weak writing, that after watching an episode I have to stop and think "why did that character do that exactly?" So let's do that: Korra and Mako. Mako is the only person exercising and sort of intellectual and emotional depth at the moment. After Season 1, who'd a thought? He's articulate and honest, something Korra wholly ignores. Despite Korra's rash and somewhat childish behavior, I can get behind her furor at the President of The United Republic. I even understand why she's blatantly choosing sides at this point: She has chosen her family and culture over her station. This is a fight for their freedom and lives, and after being duped by her Uncle, she's swung to the other end of the spectrum. She's choosing anger and impulsiveness over clarity of thought and thus making bad decisions. The problem is this is the same struggle she had in season 1, which is partly why it's kind of boring now. It's more of the same, regardless of whether or not you can justify it.However, the overall Political/Civil War story arc is on point. Any educated person paying attention to the news today can see these EXACT situations playing out in the world right now. Arming the rebels, terrorist bombings, occupation justified by nationalist rhetoric, internal corruption. HELLO BLATANT ALLEGORY; which I love. I love it. The Souther Water Tribe Cultural Center bombing: freakin' dynamite (no pun intended). Here's a picture of that.
And here's a picture of the 2009 Mumbai terrorist attacks
I'm eating this up. Om nom nom nom.Then a giant spirit attacks her and I'm pleasantly reminded the season is called Spirits. The political conflict isn't the main story. Thank goodness, cause again it brings us back to point I made earlier about Korra. it would be the same conflict again: Two ideologically motivated factions vying for control of how they think the world should work. But we almost forgot about the spiritual conflict, and I look forward to her entry into the spirit world. STUDIO MIR SAVE US ALL!So to wrap it all up, TL:DR.Characterization pacing is too fast. Art isn't adequately capable of displaying the depth required for real investment. I feel cheated. Thank you and goodnight. <3
I've already watched each episode no less than 7 times already. I'm obsessed, ok? So I have more to say about it.
I'm feeling some continuity concerns in terms of Korra's character development, which another friend also pointed out to me. I remind myself that it's been 6 months since she defeated Amon. A lot can change in a person in 6 months. Both for better or worse. She's more brazen, but almost in a childlike manner. Her victory made her cocky perhaps?
The most simplistic expression of this perception is as such: Korra is a Westerner. For Korra it is very much a turn it on or turn off. A matter of "if do A,B,C, you get X,Y,Z". No Korra, It doesn't work that way. Not to mention how powerful a thing pride can be in both the worst and best ways. In contrast to Aang as an Easterner; their approaches to solving problems are diametrically opposed.So then why the heck is someone so headstrong letting someone else take her parents away in handcuffs? The same character who, without hesitation, confronted the Republic City Police Force to free dozens of citizens. I've been trying to find validation/justification for this. Perhaps because it is coming from someone she trusts and is her own family member. Our response to those we hold in high regard often take different shapes than those we would take towards strangers outside our inner circle (ie Tarlokk.) She's been manipulated to believe that there is only one way this must go and that the consequences would only play out one way if this wasn't done *cough*US foreign policy*cough* and thus may not be as confident in her reaction as she has been in the past. I buy it, but knowing how she's reacted in the past to civil injustice, just barely. Her emotionally charged threat towards Judge Hota isn't just a clear reminder that the Avatar is a force of nature, but that a great power subject to all the strengths and weakness of humanity as well: Hurt, fear, brazen ambition and desire for justice. Think about it, and consider the reality of the pause it would give to anyone who would dare attempt to hurt those closest to Avatar.
Going to keep a running list of this.If the Norther Water Tribe is a hereditary monarchy, does that mean Korra may somehow be related to Yueh? It is possible Yueh's father had another child, or abdicated to an extended family member as much as it is possible that a different bloodline took the throne in the last 70 years.If Korra is seeking the support of the United Forces, expectations of Admiral Iroh's return?BRING ON THE BEI-FONG!Ju-Lee = Ju-Dee? Does the prefix mean something in one of the multitude of Asian languages? Or is this just lulz?Where is Katara during all this? It's quite possible that she doesn't live in the more populated area's, and understandably I could see how/why keeping her out of the larger picture is important. But…I wouldn't mind a true Water Bending Master showing them all how it's done.
Ok….ok…Part 1 got me good. The fact that our first episodes outside the premier was a multi-parter had me dancing on the inside. Morality (Haram) police. Martial law. Indigenous resistance. Sounds like a whole lot of reality to me. Varrick is brilliant. Like Tonraq, I too did not expect the extent of his capacity for rebellion, but boy does he deliver. Can I get some of those Kale cookies too? Everyone needs a Ju-lee! Something I've always found profound among the writing is the honesty the characters posses. They may now always display self-awareness, but they are as honest as they know how to be at that moment. The conversation between Senaa and Korra is a perfect example of this. Or the argument between Kya, Bumi, and Tenzin.I largely neglected the progeny of Avatar Aang and Katara in the last post, simply because I knew I would discuss it much more for these episodes. I too could use an Airbender vacation. The revitalization of the Air Temples themselves was one of those nice little suprises Bryke likes to throw in there. But the conflict between them was necessary. Thus far we've only had the opportunity to hear Tenzin speak of carrying on Aang's legacy. But this burden is all of their's to share. No one is free from their parents sins, no matter how small, and perhaps even speaks to the greater theme within the Avatar franchise: decisions/relationships transcend generations. Mature writing (aside from the poop jokes). The photograph in part 2; I had to just stop and stare at it as my little heart welled up.
Unalaq's abduction and the Avatar's intervention: Once again the Avatar's role in this world is tested, not just in political affairs, but her own family unit. One of Avatar Aang's arguably strongest decisions was to choose love and the reality he lives in over the "traditional" path to his divine potential. In her own way, Korra does the same in reconciling with her father. "The world would need you and you wouldn't need us anymore", something Korra, in her greatest moment of emotional clarity thus far, flatly puts to rest. She chooses love and family over duty and accepting, that despite her divine connection, is still just as human as the rest of us.
I was incredibly appreciative of the shocker moment "you take their lives I'll take yours". Wow. It wasn't just the threat, but a moment for us to all see the Avatar's decisions in this world still hold weight.I will say…as hilarious as this episode was, it was 1) a little rushed 2)The humor got a little excessive to the point where it wasn't taking itself serious enough anymore. "THAT PLATYPUS BEAR IS POOPING MONEY!" I laughed, but man…please be out of that Platypus bear by the next episode. Unfortunately there's just that one moment it seems, in every episode thus far, where the animation is poor enough that I can't help by just staring at it and I'm removed from the reality I was being sucked into. Watching Naga chase down and tear open the Satomobile. It was weak. Watch the running/smashing into the car. Weak. The tearing the car open. Weak. This is several hundred pound animal here. Naga busting through the window of a noodle shop at Tano was far more menacing than this. And that's a real shame. The same can be said for the wave that knocks the blockade out of place. I just don't feel the "oomph" anymore. Though up next: Return to Republic city?!
Nearly year and half later, it's started. And with a bang. A very…you know I'm not really certain what sort of adjective to use here to describe "bang". I don't hate it, but I'm not fully in love (all the time). For certain I'm still very much in love with the creator's comparatively "no holds bar" approach to allegory, much of which is often on-going and prolific in our own world. Season one's transition from the major themes of second class citizenry/political fear mongering into rhetoric of Nationalism disguised as unification is nothing less brilliant, and I dare say, even a bit brave. Somewhere, these things happen everyday, and despite Nickelodeon being a traditionally kids network they go for it both subtly and unapologetically. Now only if they would say the word "genocide"…New music was great of course. Need not say much more than that. Go go gadget Track Team!Animation. I've been talking about my disdain for Studio Pierrot for several weeks now. Ultimately, much of what I said still stands. In comparison to Studio Mir it is inferior. I can't add much that I haven't already said in justifying this perspective. It is not nearly as fluid, and that emotional investment that happens in the character is in fact diminished because of it. I will say that it has its moments. Generally during the action sequences (ie First Dark Spirit attack and the ambush in 202) the fluidity of the frames and characters suddenly picks up. It does remain inconsistent though. Fortunately this criticism does have a silver lining: Watching in HD diminishes much of the said shortcomings. One might say this was "shot in HD" and thus should be viewed as such. There is something to be gained from it.
Eska + Bolin = Hilarious. Bolin's a silly guy. Just need to love em for it, not in spite of. I find all the dynamics between the characters great. Korra/Mako's relationship is not overbearing in any sort of cheesy/awful way. I would like to see some more Asami. We know she's got the stuff, but I'd definitely would like to spend some more time with her. However, I completely understand, that at the moment, this is Korra's story. The Avatar's place in the world is once again being tested, and I'm glad to see the story does not lose sight of that.Unalaq is one bad dude. As someone who studies foreign policy/politics I knew the song he was singing was way to familiar to be trusted. The arrival of the Northern Military and what amounts to Water Tribe Essentialism are all evidence that his only goal is to behave the way HE wants them too.Looking forward to much more of Tenzin, Kya, and Bumi's relationships developing.I thought the The Southern Lights was resolved quite nicely before eluding to the more immediate political conflict. Tonraq's past, while answering some questions, gave rise to even more. Korra's journey to releasing the portal was dynamite and a real affirmation to the character that she's got what it takes to fulfill her final step to becoming a fully realized Avatar. All and all I am very much looking forward to this season. While some discrepancies in the animation occasionally take me out of it the writing is strong enough that this can be overlooked…most of the time. P.S. I'd be lying if I said that Japanese animators drawing tentacles didn't make me a little uncomfortable in the worst ways,
http://www.nick.com/videos/clip/legend-of-korra-korra-nation-superfan-trailer-ce3n.html?xid=LOKFBRecently released LoK B2 trailer confirmed more my worst fears…The animation of Studio Pierrot is such a complete and utter failure to appear as more than a pile of moving feces, I'm going to have a hard time enjoying this show for the rest of the content.…Ok maybe I'm being a little dramatic. But there's enough inconsistencies that I'm going to have a hard time overlooking them all. Most notable is the real lack of fluidity in the movement of creatures and the lack of their ability to subtly display a large object covering a lot of ground in a small window of time. You also notice the face shapes are really…poor. Definitely some pluses here though. Beautiful backgrounds as usual. High stakes for our characters with a clear expanding world. Sound design/soundtrack will be dynamite, no doubt.About 50 hours away as I write this. We'll know soon enough.
*If you have yet to watch both the sneak peak clip as well as the season 2 trailer, this will contain spoilers. They can be watched here:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ftLm52V1y0http://www.nick.com/videos/clip/comic-con-2013-legend-of-korra-rebel-spirit-clip-sn3.htmlSan Diego Comic Con has come and gone. The Legend of Korra booth premiering the first episode of season 2 after nearly a year and a half between them. Not even Marvel could steal my attention. I am excited for many of the new concepts the new LoK season will introduce: Multiple forays into the Spirit World, wild and psychedelic creatures/environments, the first Avatar/origin story, as well as, it would appear, that much of the major cast will make their way to the Spirit World, not just Korra. Shits about to get real! The TrailerFuck yeah. Notably more visceral then previous trailers, I saw and heard everything I wanted to. There's a clear tone shift even in just the presentation. If you recall from A:TLA, while Aang had many spiritual visions and encounters, as an audience we've only traveled to the spirit world "proper" (if you can even call it that) ONCE at the end of Season 1. The fact that we will see Korra spend a fair bit of time along with other characters in the Spirit World is something we've all been yearning for, whether we realized it or not. Perhaps most exciting is the return of Wa Shi Tong and the Spirit Library in what looks like a confrontation with Jinora (who flew in on a Jade Bunny Rabbit. NBD emiright?).The stylized palette of our origin story looks incredibly engaging.Rebel Spirit Sneak PeekWhile I have seen the bootleg of the entire first episode, I won't be referring beyond the first 3 minutes officially released by Nickelodeon. Unfortunately, the episode itself had the exact opposite effect of the trailer. What became noticeable to me in the first 15 seconds: The new animation studio,Studio Pierrot, that was to take Studio Mir's role before they were called back in by Nick is completely inferior. Based out of Japan, the anime influence of the show went from subtle to obvious, and not always in a flattering way. Asami appears to be most affected, but the change in profiles/face shape is obvious across the board. Ultimately that's OK. The shift in style I can get with. What isn't acceptable and has already tainted my perception is their failure to tend to details. I'm just gonna go down the list
@0:36-0:39: Shitty fire animation. One of the most consistently impressive points of Studio Mir's work was the way they illustrated fire: Full bodied and dynamic. Pierrot's stuff looks like shit from some 80's anime.@1:08: Water bending gangster characters are stock Anime archetypes. And that's be OK if they didn't look like statues that just had moving appendages. Something Studio Pierrot was not capable of understanding was how people's movements work. There is a real disconnect between each segment of the character, as if they were just animating "OK this part needs to move next so I'm going to ignore the rest"
@1:25-1:28: Again, shitty fire. Really shitty fire.@2:00: The engineer speaking with Asami is another example of this studio's failure to understand how movement of the body works. Almost zero movement above the mouth. Facial movement is what makes humans look acceptable to other humans. It's a quantified science. The same short-coming is just as clear in Asami's face when the camera turns to her. And with her "new" smaller face its even more painful.@2:19: This Sky Bison made was the nail in the coffin. 3 seconds on screen is all it took. Unlike every other single time we've seen a Sky Bison, there are no leg undulations or even a bit of movement. It looks as if a kid if holding his Sky Bison toy and flying it past the camera. ConclusionThis failure to execute any sort of sincere/real facial acting is disappointing throughout the episode. In the past we've seen Studio Mir demonstrate their understanding of AU Facial Movements and how those are essential to having your characters NOT look dead behind the eyes. With Studio Mir's superior work EVERY. SINGLE. ACTION. comes with a significant yet subtle change in stance and facial expression…you know, like real people. Clearly, at this sub-par Japanese studio, characters are like bricks that sometimes having moving pieces.This inability to understand and animate characters as a whole is incredibly detrimental to the world Bryke have set up for us in the past and probably why Nick requested Studio Mir return to the project after production already began.
That being said I am no way disappointed in Nickelodeon nor Mike and Bryan. They sought to rectify the short-comings throughout the process. I am still excited for the show's return and the expansion of the Avatar world (also cause Studio Mir got back in on the project so we'll see their work as well)


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MERRILLVILLE | The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana was able to warm up hundreds of families Saturday morning in weather as a bleak and biting as in a Dickens novel.
The nervous and empty-handed lined up outside the Radisson Hotel's Celebrity Ballroom West and walked out through the parking lot smiling despite a chilly rain, many pushing carts with small bounties of fresh and canned produce and protein for upcoming holiday dinners.
Patricia Hall, of Merrillville, a volunteer from North Shore Health wearing a headband with small Santa heads bouncing over her noggin, was one of many volunteers replenishing the food tables. Young men in Boy Scout shirts lifted cardboard boxes full of food into needy families' cars.
The food bank, which is in its 31st year, and NIPSCO sponsored the Hope for the Holiday event.
"It's been a success," Megan Sikes, communication and advocacy manager for the food bank, said shortly before noon as the final recipients filed into the ballroom.
NIPSCO not only donated $20,000 for the purchase of the food, but had employees taking part in the distribution. Sikes said the food bank serviced 300 families last weekend in Porter County and was expecting another 600 to walk through the lines Saturday.
The food bank asks those interested to bring bags or boxes to carry items home as well as identification for proof of Indiana residency.
"We don't ask people for proof of income. We figure it's such a humbling experience to take the time to stand in line that only the truly needy come out," she said.
Hall said the food bank had to turn aside some who arrived too late, but added a Pantry On The Go event is set for 3 to 5 p.m. Monday at the Genesis Convention Center in Gary. Free grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy and protein will be available while supplies last.
The food bank works in association with 93 pantries and soup kitchens in Lake and Porter counties, serving more than 5,000 people each week. Last year the food bank distributed 5 million pounds of food.


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Up for auction is the super duper stunning ash tray. Item is coming from my stash of plain and simple cool stuff. Ash tray has four slots for your cigs. In the center of ash tray it t is a glass. Ash tray measures 7 ½ inches in circle form by 1 ½ inches in height and 2 pounds in weight. Ash tray is mint in condition. T is a marking sticker on the bottom of ash tray that reads Industrias Creativas SA, Creaciones Zarebski, sticker is aged. Age wise of ash tray I have no idea if old or vintage, for sure this ash tray is not newly made.Make your cigs rest, ash and be shown in style! This is a must have ash tray for your peeps whom smoke. Remember X-mass is around the corner, perfect gift for someone. Shop cheap... Give big... Auction is started at a very low price with no reserves. If you have any questions, concerns or need additional pictures feel free to email me. I have a digital SLR camera on hand, I can send over very large high resolution photos. Payment for this auction will be in Paypal only! Please send payment within 48 hours after winning auction. After payment has been accepted, item will be shipped out within 48 hours. Item will be bubble wrapped along with newspaper stuffing and placed in a US Postal flat rate box to ship. Fragile tags that read extra fragile will be marked on box to inform the mail handlers. The mail company will be US postal. Shipping time is 3-5 days, Priority Mail, US buyers the price is $11.00. This price is for shipping, handling and postal confirmation. Postal confirmation will be sent via email after item has been shipped. If you choose to have insurance on item, please inform me of so after auction, an additional fee will be added based on final auction price. International bidders please email for shipping price. Happy bidding and thanks for looking at my auction. Feel free to view my other auction listings; I have some other cool stuff up for auction.
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Satair (Hall 1 Stand C12) has become the exclusive distributor for Eaton Aerospace Group's fuel systems division (FDS) in the UK. Denmark-based Satair has also agreed to provide aircraft-on-ground (AOG) and warranty return administration and support. Eaton and Satair have established a phased implementation plan designed to assure continuity of service and support during the transition.
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Eaton Corporation has signed two new multi-million dollar contracts to produce aircraft hydraulic and fuel systems.
Bombardier selected the Irvine, California-based company to supply the hydraulic system for the new Learjet 85 model, and Sikorsky selected Eaton to supply the hydraulic and fuel systems and cockpit components (control panels and dimming controllers) for the new CH-53K heavy-lift U.S. Marine Corps helicopter.
Sikorsky Aircraft has selected Eaton Corp. (Stand No. P39) to design and manufacture the primary hydraulic power generation system for the U.S. Marine Corp's new heavy-lift CH-53K helicopter.
During the development phase of the program, which runs through 2014, Eaton will provide the systems and components for five to 10 shipsets, in addition to a number of test sets. The Marines expect to buy more than 156 CH-53Ks.
Irvine, California-based Eaton Aerospace (Hall 3, Stand D5) admits to still being on the acquisition trail despite having doubled its revenues to $1.6 billion (2007 estimated) since its last visit to Le Bourget.
Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corp. is showing its range of expertise in the aerospace field here in Paris, highlighting its recent developments in the civil realm, such as a 5,000-psi hydraulic power generation and fluid conveyance system used in the Airbus A380.
Irvine, California-based Aerospace division of Eaton Corporation arrived at Le Bourget flush with orders to provide major sub components for several of the latest generation U.S. military aircraft programs.
U.S. fluid and mechanical systems company Eaton Aerospace has embarked on a buying spree that aimed at doubling its size within five years.
Vice-president sales and marketing Einar Johnson says the acquisitions "must be in line with our strategic goals." Eaton would, he added, purchase companies that would position it to serve its increasing global customer base.
Embraer has selected Eaton Corp. to design, develop and manufacture secondary power distribution units and cockpit control panels for the Phenom 100 very light jet. Eaton has already won contracts for the Phenom's hydraulic power-generation package, flap and landing gear control hydraulic components, throttle quadrant, landing gear control level and flap selector control lever.


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Modi mulling repealing Article 370 in Kashmir
Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh on Tuesday sparked a flutter after he said the new Indian government was in the process of repealing Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir.
The revocation of the act, which grants special powers of autonomy to the state assembly, has been one of the long standing campaign promises of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) which sailed into power with a national election win this month.
Article 370 mandates that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Communications and ancillary matters the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws.
The law therefore specifies that the state's residents live under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
Besides Jammu and Kashmir, similar protections exist in tribal areas of India including those in Himachal Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Nagaland.
Speaking to reporters on his first day after taking office, MoS Jitendra Singh said "The process of repealing Article 370 has started. We are speaking to the stakeholders."
"The BJP has won more than half of the seats from Jammu and Kashmir. So we will interpret this as an endorsement of the BJP's stand. Article 370 is more like a psychological barrier," Singh said.
However, the statement ran into blunt opposition from the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) that rules the state but suffered a sweeping defeat in the national polls.
Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister and NC leader Omar Abdullah tweeted "So the new MOS PMO says process/discussions to revoke Art 370 have started. Wow, that was a quick beginning. Not sure who is talking (sic)."
"Mark my words & save this tweet - long after Modi Govt is a distant memory either J&K won't be part of India or Art 370 will still exist (sic)," he added.
Abdullah went on to say: "Art 370 is the ONLY constitutional link between J&K & rest of India. Talk of revocation of not just ill informed it's irresponsible (sic)."
Jitendra Singh however held firm to his stand even though in subsequent interviews he phrased the government's position as being "open to debate" the law.
"Article 370 has done more harm than good. The youth of Kashmir has to be convinced about this. That's why the honourable PM has called for a debate. Having a debate doesn't mean we have deviated from what we promised. It just means convincing those who are not convinced," Singh said.
Singh said Article 370 was more of a psychological barrier than a physical one and added that the Modi-led government was open to debate with all stakeholders, the advantages and disadvantages of the law.
(Posted on 27-05-2014)
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A look at the five most important questions heading into the NL wild-card game between the Giants and the Pirates.Story | Conversation | September 30, 2014
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In ESPN The Magazine, Mark Winegardner explains what SportsNation voters got right, in picking off the most painful moments in Cleveland sports history, and what you all got oh so wrong.Story | Conversation | September 14, 2014
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For now, the questions surrounding Serena Williams' mysterious illness will be put on hold, but another concern looms for the world No. 1: confidence.Story | Conversation | July 30, 2014
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George Digby, the legendary Red Sox scout who died Friday at the age of 96, signed a Hall of Famer in Wade Boggs and other Sox stars in Mike Greenwell and Jody Reed, but could have altered the course of Sox history if he had not been blocked by the t...Blog | May 03, 2014
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When I was in second grade, my teacher, Mr. Nichols, gave me an old, beat-up poster of Willie Mays. I think it had been run through a washing machine because it was all wrinkled and full of creases. I hung it on my wall anyway. At the same time, my g...Blog | February 05, 2014
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for some odd reason I feel this slight excitement, that I get to work on the new menu at work. I'm a food nerd, tell me to make something, I most likely will have a recipe from the top of my head, or cook it. It's like chemistry, but you get to eat it. Seems like I get to enjoy getting paid for my hobby =]
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Each year, Steve Barcak invites HPP to run a Pavement Pounders Shootout during his Pontiac Heaven show and drag race at Speedworld Dragstrip in Wittmann, Arizona, and each year we take him up on his gracious offer. For 2011, we'll present some great Pontiacs over the next few issues of HPP. For our first go-round, let's meet the racers and their machines.
Tim Corcoran brought his '65 LeMans (with a Tempest grille to reduce weight) from his home in nearby Phoenix. The A-body runs a potent 473ci 455, backed by a Turbo 400 and 3.73:1 rear gears. This combo runs solidly in the mid-10s. However, his engine has seen many street miles and track passes. Will it perform up to Tim's expectations for our Shootout?
John Marble trailered his '68 Firebird in from Tucson, Arizona. With 541 cubes, a Powerglide, 4.30:1 gears, and steamroller-sized rear slicks, John is currently running in the mid-9s. Will weather and track conditions allow him to maintain that performance?
During the Shootout, the temperature rose from 76 degrees to a high of 93 degrees. Humidity dropped from 21 percent down to 13 percent, as did barometric pressure, from 29.78 to 29.65 hg over the day. Density altitude was calculated at 3,700 feet.
Given this weather information, we will provide corrected e.t.'s and trap speeds to chart the theoretical best performance at sea level, and we'll do on the best pass only, based on e.t.


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text: What happens when, in mid-life, a marriage breaks apart and a woman's home empties of its familiar rituals, and energy patterns, and grids of faith and promise? The poems in Ronna Bloom's fourth collection, Permiso, follow an ancient trajectory, of psychic displacement, of questions having to do with personal failure, of responsibility, yes, and of an emerging, craning desire, of a search, begun anew, for an Other who just might be Self. Previous books, with dates and publishers: • Public Works – Pedlar 2004, shortlisted for the Pat Lowther Award• Personal Effects – Pedlar 2000• Fear of the Ride – Carleton University Press, 1996, shortlisted for the Gerald Lampert Award


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Hospital Security Roundtable
A look at the trends in hospital security, with input from top healthcare security directors
Farnsworth: That depends on what the individual hospital accepts as a level of risk. The risk acceptance involves the risk assessment-understanding the neighborhood (including hospital grounds) and the dynamics of crime within the neighborhood. There are situations in which visitors are completely controlled-each person granted access is identified, logged, tagged and possibly even escorted to and from his or her authorized visitation area. In other situations, visitors are never challenged, controlled or restricted in any way. Most hospitals fall somewhere between those two extremes.
Mogavero: Relatives who will be spending the night are issued a color-coded wristband corresponding to the patient's area. Anyone found in the hospital after visiting hours without a band is escorted back to the floor or out of the building.
Potter: Most hospitals are still open campuses except at night. Since September 11, some have returned to the old visitor badging systems, but they are very manpower intensive. Some type of visitor badge should be required in all patient and non-public areas. However, often the more chronic problem is getting the staff (especially physicians) to wear their photo-ID badges. There is always a great effort to ensure 100 percent compliance during a JCAHO survey, but it rapidly tapers off afterwards.
Matthews: JCAHO requires that an institution have a method to identify patients, visitors and staff. The degree of complexity that a hospital elects to use should be driven by the risk assessment they conduct.
ST&D: Should visitor badges be day specific, or even unit specific?
Farnsworth: I have surveyed hospitals that have nothing specific on their badges and others that have such specificity that there are X number of visitor badges for an individual room or rooms. There are badges that are designated for a specific unit-such as my own unit-specific Women's Services badges-which assure that the infant is only handled by a member of the L & D staff. Some badges have specific spaces for recording the patient's name and room number, the visitor's name, with a specific date, color-coding or an invisible ink that displays after a certain period of time.
Mogavero: I personally prefer the day-specific visitor badges that expire after 24 hours.
Potter: Yes, if possible. Temporary badges that fade after 24 hours are very effective.
Matthews: Elements that will greater protect the integrity of the pass system are welcomed. Color coding for the day of the week or using self-canceling print devices can discourage the wrongdoer from trying to use an old pass to get in. Like the ID, if the pass is set up so that the visitor can not only open doors but can obtain a cafeteria or parking discount, that will make the pass of value to the visitor.
ST&D: What do you see as the most important aspects of hospital security? Please discuss what measures hospitals can and should take for any of these areas.
Farnsworth: The JCAHO requires each facility to conduct an annual risk assessment. As a result of the assessment, each facility must designate their high-risk areas. Normally this designation is placed upon the L & D, Pharmacy and ED areas, although I have seen almost every single hospital area so designated. I normally recommend that hospitals keep this designation to as few areas as possible because JCAHO also mandates that each area so designated receive specialized security training for staff, both upon hire and annually thereafter. In surveys, I have also seen medical records, information systems, and even grounds listed as high-risk areas.
Mogavero: For any area that needs security, the hospital should provide a high level of continuous training and good equipment, a visible presence of the officers on campus, quick response time when there is a problem and a pro-active approach to security. We use an access control system with proximity readers on entrances to the hospital. We have an extensive CCTV system with many cameras, being auto domes or PTZ.
Parking lot security is the location of the greatest potential liability.
Adequate lighting and high-visibility patrols (a bike patrol is ideal)
are essential. Offering escorts for patients, visitors and staff, especially
at night, is great PR and even greater security.
The Emergency Department should have a 24-hour security presence. Well-trained and properly equipped security officers are less expensive than off-duty police officers and can do a much better job keeping order in a healthcare environment. Every treatment room should have an alarm button to summon security, and officers must be trained in effective response procedures.
Administration and HR have been targets for workplace violence by angry patients and disgruntled employees. Both should have some type of access control, CCTV coverage and duress alarms.


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OSCON: Running a Successful User Group
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On Wednesday at OSCON, Selena Deckelmann and Gabrielle Roth led a talk about how to run a successful user group. I missed the talk because I was running the Linux Pro magazine booth, but Michael Halligan wrote about the session over on NetworkWorld.com.
Thanks for the shout out!We posted slides and a PDF of the handout over on our blog - baconandtech.com (http://www.baconandtech.com). Good to see you at the conference, Rikki!
Issue 19: Linux Shell Handbook 5th Ed./Special Editions
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Linus Addresses Criticism for Harsh Language
Kernel king admits his tone has alienated volunteers, but says the demands of the process require directness.
New SSL Attack Lets a Malicious Listener Steal Session Cookies
New flaw in an old encryption scheme leaves the experts scrambling to disable SSL 3
Leading Open Source Coder Rants about Rants
Lennart Poettering wants to change the way Linux developers talk to each other.
HP Splits into Two Companies
Enterprise giant frees itself from ink and home PCs (and visa versa).
Mozilla Labs Shuts Down
Mozilla's product think tank sinks silently into history.
Internet Giants Launch Collaboration to Improve Open Source
TODO group will focus on open source tools in large-scale environments.
Fedora Announces New Partition Manager App
New tool will look like GParted but support a wider range of storage technologies.
Mozilla Releases a New Firefox
New public key pinning feature will help prevent man-in-the-middle attacks.
Tool Predicts Which Websites Will be Compromised
Carnegie Mellon researchers say 3 million pages could fall down the phishing hole in the next year.
SSH Key Management Guidelines
The US government rolls new best-practice rules for protecting SSH.