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I was wondering if anyone here could steer me to a good guide online that would help me with these major questions before I start ripping the thing apart:
1) How can I best and most quickly figure out exactly the kind of machine I have here. What are its vital stats, its equipment,and all that. How best do I take an inventory of all that I have here.
What I have been able to find are these figures:
AMD Athlon 1.10 GH processor
Windows XP, 2002
128 MBs of RAM
14 GB of hard drive space (18.6 total capacity)
Total Virtual memory: 446.83 MB
Page File space: 319.50 MB
56K modem
Standard CD-ROM drive (1329 KB per second)
3 1/2 inch floppy drive
Now I am certain there's more that will be important in my quest here, but I still have to figure out what half this stuff does already anyway.
2) What kind of equipment will do what for my system? I am looking to build a solid machine here, but before putting any money into it I need to know I'll be able to get this machine up to speed for less than what it would cost me to buy a new pc to begin with. For instance, here's a couple things that I know I'll want to have on this pc and have it run well beyond the minimum specs...:
Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Adobe Photoshop, various (ahem) games, a DVD/CD RW, a solid sound card, solid graphics card, and in general just a nice, medium class upgraded pc with above average graphic and sound capabilities. Small office/home sort of use.
3) Once i figure out what I have and exactly where I want to go, what kind of things should I invest in and be careful of in getting started. I have this grand vision of being able to do a little bit of tinkering, maybe downloading recent drivers, picking up a couple choice pieces of equipment I can install in the box- and have a relatively inexpensive to build yet well above average machine for less than buying a new pc... but I know there are going to be pitfalls. What should I be mindful of as I begin this process?
Or, should I just scrap the whole thing and buy a new pc anyway...
I would appreciate any advice you may have for this humble beginer, and thanks so much for your time already in reading my query!
Chip D. Wood
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The council of Siena occassionally allow a third race to celebrate exceptional world events. Such races have taken place after the Apollo moon landings and to celebrate the Millenium.
The races are contested by horses and riders representing the seventeen different 'Contradas', or areas of the city. In 1729, the mayor of Siena, attempting to control the general chaos and resulting danger of the races, reduced the number of participating 'Contradas' to ten. Those excluded from one year are automatically included in the next.
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Photo: Gilda
The different teams are fiercely competitive, and traditional techniques of bribery, doping and violence are not unknown.
The races take place in the beautiful 'Piazza del Campo' of Siena, on a track of specially imported dirt. On race days, the piazza is invariably packed with people, including virtually the whole population of Siena. It is introduced by the 'Corteo Storico', a spectacular procession of people in historic costumes waving colourful banners and flags, as well as a contingent of mounted Carabinieri, who draw their swords and demonstrate a full cavalry charge to whet the appetite of the crowd.
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Photo: Wpopp
The race itself is extremely fast, and totally chaotic. After a cannon signals the start of the race, the riders ride bareback for three laps of the track, using their traditional bullwhips to encourage their horses... and discourage other riders. The race lasts about 75 seconds. The winner is the first horse to cross the finish line, with or without its rider, and the loser is the horse who comes second, not last! Competitors seem to derive as much pleasure when their traditional rivals lose the race, as they do when they win themselves!
The winner is awarded a banner of painted silk, the 'Palio', which is hand-painted by a different artist for each race and the award ceremony initiates a month long period of celebration.
The flags of the Contradas

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Relay Without Barrier 2008
Photos by Mr. Tey
EVENT: Relay Without Barrier 2008 organised by 3R Circle
VENUE: Taman Bukit Kiara, KL
DISTANCE: 4km loop x 3 runners
ATTENDEES: Javier and Shahrizal (Tri Latinos) and Chan, Jaya and Fuzahir (Slowmovers)
A relay event where I was a last minute replacement for one of Javier's South American teammates. Along was supposed to be the runner, but due to her aging knees (still sore from her half marathon exploits in Penang a week ago), she asked me to bail her out.
No problem, it's just 4 kilometers. Then I suddenly remembered the 'Hidung Kembang Run' (KLAVA Deepavali Relay Run) held at the same venue last year, which almost burst my lungs due to the steep hills. By then it was too late to back out.
So with zero preparation (no running since the full marathon in Penang) I drove to Taman Bukit Kiara with Along. We stopped at Bandar Baru Sentul to fetch Javier.
Reached the venue about 7am and warmed up while waiting for the third member of the Tri Latinos to turn up. Five minutes before the start, Javier was still frantically trying to call his friend but that fella was 'incommunicado' for unknown reasons.
Desperate times calls for desperate measures. Our friend and volunteer for the event, Steven, was 'forcibly persuaded' to be our third runner. Being a good sport that he is, Steven agreed. Thank you Steven for without you, the Tri Latinos would probably DNS.
And so, with Steven 'Capucchino' and Shahrizal 'Kopitiamo' as the replacement runners, the Tri Latinos were ready to battle it out with 13 other teams in the open category.
Alas, with only Javier as the reliable runner while Senor Capucchino and Senor Kopitiamo were more intent on making sure they don't pass out before the finishing line, the Tri Latinos were placed 13th, while the Slowmovers finished 10th.
Medals were given to every runner according to their teams' position. Bottled mineral water and watermelon were also served to runners. Overall, the race was fun and simple, and I believe everybody enjoyed themselves. I hope more such races will be organized in the future.
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Have you ever run lsof or netstat and wondered why a port was open, or what it does? This site is a useful way of checking: https://www.adminsub.net/tcp-udp-port-finder
It also contains a list of the most common attacks kown to be aimed at that port.
You can also look at the entries in "/etc/services", however they are not guaranteed to be accurate as several ports are used for multiple activities and an attacker can also hide behind a well known port that is not currently in use for other things.


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Fourth of July fireworks are set for Wednesday, with hotels, casinos, pools and nightclubs continuing to celebrate Independence Day into next weekend after the holiday. Since the holiday falls midweek, it could've been celebrated this weekend. While that's not the case, we still have a bag of colorful sparklers lighting up our skyline.
For explosive pyrotechnics this weekend, the emphasis is on the curvy creatures and provocative pulchritude of a slew of brazen beauties led by adult and often-topless actress and California gubernatorial candidate Mary Carey. Aiding and abetting her sexy Strip sashays are 2007 Playmate of the Year Sara Underwood, Kelly Bensimon of "The Real Housewives of New York fame and controversial British pop singer and reality TV star Cheryl Cole.
Cheryl was in the news Thursday with several reports that she will record a duet with Britney Spears and that Snoop Dogg wants her to play his wife on a British soap opera. Expect the cleavage-baring "X Factor: U.K." judge to be seen with her mentor and producer, Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas, as both are here this weekend.
Cheryl has been No. 1 on FHM's Top 100 Sexiest Women in the World twice. She is divorced from British soccer player Ashley Cole and is a darling of the British tabloids for her nightclub antics and altercations. "I've learned sooo much from my mistakes. I'm thinking of making some more," she tweeted.
It's also a music weekend with Sara Evans, David Cassidy, Hank Williams Jr. and Los Lobos, plus 98 Degrees founder Jeff Timmons, who after a guest-starring host stint at Chippendales in the Rio, moved here and starts a run at Green Valley Ranch.
And all eyes will be on the Big One for One Drop poker tournament at the Rio hosted by Cirque du Soleil founder Guy Laliberte, who welcomes more than 40 well-heeled poker players who each have bought in for $1 million apiece to compete for a $35 million-plus payday and a first-ever World Series of Poker platinum bracelet.
We've shuffled the decks, called aces high and are gearing up for next week's fireworks, festivals and backyard barbecues; meantime, here's the pre-Fourth of July noise, lights and smoke from our pyrotechnic package we affectionately ignite weekly as the Royal Robin Rundown:
Singer and "Celebrity Apprentice" victim David Cassidy is at South Point all weekend; Joan Sebastian and Pepe Aguilar are at Orleans Arena; Sara Evans is at Eastside Cannery; and Grammy Award-winning Los Lobos is at Veil Pavilion in Silverton Casino Lodge.
New Las Vegas resident Jeff Timmons is at Ovation in GVR with "Wired" on Fridays and Saturdays; country music icon Hank Williams Jr. is at the M Resort; and the 2012 School of Rock All-Stars Concert kicks off a 21-city tour benefiting Love Hope Strength at Hard Rock Cafe on the Strip. Our hometown Rifftide Legacy are among the bands, and colleague Andrea Domanick interviewed the talented youngsters.
Comedy legend Martin Short makes his Las Vegas debut at the Mirage for two nights; please read Editor at Large John Katsilometes' Q+A with the "Saturday Night Live" and film star. Louie Anderson continues his run at Palace Station, and Vinnie Coppola and Joe O'Connell are at Big Al's Comedy Club in the Orleans all weekend.
Tickets go on sale for the Hives at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on Sept. 12; psychic healer and hairvoyant channeler Gary Spivey, aka the Modern Day Nostradamus, is at Sunset Station; and our colleagues present the 2012 Las Vegas Weekly Awards for top dining, entertainment, personalities and more at Moon Nightclub in the Palms.
Yelawolf, the Alabama rapper on Eminem's Slim Shady Records, performs hits from his debut album "Radioactive" at Ditch Fridays at Palms Pool by day and then at nearby Rain at night; 2007 Playboy PMOY, model and actress Sara Underwood hosts at Tabu Ultra Lounge in MGM Grand; and Pierce Fulton spins for Steve Aoki's House at Surrender Nightclub in Steve Wynn's Encore.
The Summerland Tour 2012 features Everclear, Sugar Ray, Gin Blossoms, Lit and Marcy Playground at Mandalay Bay Beach; America performs at the Cannery; Sax and the City is at Buffalo Bill's in Primm; the Preservation Hall Jazz Band from New Orleans' French Quarter is at Cabaret Jazz in the Smith Center; reggae powerhouse Bushman is at Sway Pool in Silverton; and Boulder Blues features Mannish Boys at Boulder Station.
Comedians Brad Wollack, Chris Franjola and Jen Kirkman headline at the Golden Nugget.
"Mindfreak" magician Criss Angel holds a meet-and-greet for his Loyals at his Cirque du Soleil "Believe" theater in the Luxor; chef Geno Bernardo of Nove Italiano in the Palms hosts the outdoor Project Dinner Table at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Orchard to benefit the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada and the Vegas Roots Community Garden; and Bellagio executive chef Edmund Wong hosts the Beer & BBQ Epicurean Epicenter at Tuscany Kitchen in the casino resort.
Will.I.Am spins at EBC by day and Surrender at night, while his recording protege Cheryl Cole celebrates her 29th birthday at Gallery Nightclub in Planet Hollywood. Expect to see them at each other's parties. Sex Panther entertains at Palms Pool; Kelly Bensimon hosts at Tao Beach in the Venetian; and porn princess politico Mary Carey of "Celebrity Rehab" hosts at Crazy Horse III.
It's the halfway point of 2012! Where has this year gone?
Congratulations to Boyd Gaming's Eldorado in Henderson as it marks its 50th anniversary with cake, champagne and a limited-edition $5 chip. It was originally known as the Wheel complete with topless cowgirl waitresses in its western theme. Boyd promises 50-cent meal specials to mark the milestone.
The $1-million buy-in with at least 40 poker players to benefit the Big One for One Drop kicks off at the WSOP at the Rio.
Brad Tassell performs at King's Comedy in the Rio; Mark Stylz hosts and DJs at Palms Pool; and Calvin Harris is behind the dueling decks at EBC.
We'll post reports of Sara, Cheryl, Mary and others stars at work and play over the weekend, so be sure to check back often, and then Monday and Tuesday, we'll turn the spotlight on the Fourth of July fireworks and festivities.
Robin Leach has been a journalist for more than 50 years and has spent the past decade giving readers the inside scoop on Las Vegas, the world's premier platinum playground.
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Stakeholders committed to Ocho Rios main street project despite rain delays
ST ANN, Jamaica — Despite the hampering of implementation works on Main Street in Ocho Rios, St Ann due to ongoing rainfall, the multi-government stakeholder agencies behind the project are pushing ahead to ensure that the town benefits from the works in 2018.
According to a release from the Urban Development Corporation, the contractor will put in place alternative methodology to continue the work under the supervision of the National Works Agency.
Meanwhile motorists and pedestrians are being encouraged to obey the instructions of the flagmen on the ground as all efforts will be made to minimise any traffic disruptions, the UDC said. The UDC said the road which serves as the major thoroughfare for pedestrians and motorists through the resort town saw preliminary works being initiated in November 2017 as part of the Ocho Rios Main Street Improvement Project which forms a part of the overall multi-billion dollar redevelopment programme for the town.
The eight- month project which is valued at about J$161 million has seen several government agencies collaborating in this phase extending for 400 metres from the Island Village Complex to the Ocean Village Shopping Centre. The works will include upgrading and repaving of the road, upgrading of drainage and water mains, landscaping works and widening of sidewalks.
The Ocho Rios Main Street Improvement Project is funded by the Tourism Enhancement Fund with Chin's Construction Ltd as contractors.
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Hello, Keisha blogging today! I am sharing a couple of tags I made using the Stationary Noted line.
Making these tags gave me the perfect chance to use a few of my newest dies-like my pinwheel die. I love the fact that it shows both side of the pattern paper at once...and it kind of looks like a bow.
birthday tag
1. I first cutout my diecut shapes-I am using a Big Kick - Lifestyle Crafts QuicKutz 4-Inch by 4-Inch Flower Pinwheel Die
2. The pinwheel die-you just have to pull the ends together towards the center. And a brad through the center completes the die.
3. I then layered the pinwheel on top of TCD diecut flower and then a vellum flower cut with (Tim Holtz) flower die
4. I glue the layered pinwheel flower onto the tag
5. I added the flag/banners
6. Then I added the straight pin with sentiment
always & forever tag
1. I cut the shapes using the (2)smallest and the next (2)size up
2. Then I layered the shapes on top of each other with pop dots
3. Next I added the layered shapes to the tag
4. I stamped the ticket and added it to the tag with pop dots
5. I wrapped the gold string around the tag - Spellbinders S4-353 Nestabilities Labels 24 Die Template-for the gray tag with the gold string!
6. Then added the pearls
I hope these tags get your creative juices flowing-I love making tags when I need to kick my mojo in action!


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Job SummaryAlternate operating strapper station and forklift in tagging, counting, and strapping units of finished OSB board for warehouse storage.
Posted: 02/28/2017
Location: Huber - Spring City, TN
Job Description
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
1. Inspect strapping station for proper operating daily. This includes:
a. Strapping
b. Tension Tool
c. 2x4 Runner Adjustment
d. Stack Heights
e. Stamp
f. Must Perform Equipment PM's as directed
2. Check Inventory of strapping, edge protectors, unit tags and skids (sticker) at the beginning of each shift. Obtain needed quantities from storage. Operate spray gun to paint logo on bundles.
3. Operate strapper to secure strapping around units of finished panels and monitors continuously (while operating), conformance with standards relative to:
a. Skid Placement
b. Strap Tension
c. Unit Tagging
d. Piece Count in Units
e. Adjustment of Bundles on Conveyors and Rolls
f. Paint Station
4. Notify and assist Saw Operator/Grader where deficiencies are noted so the problem can be corrected by:
a. Straightening Crooked Boards on Saw Line
b. Clearing Jammed Stickers
c. Feeding Saw Line with Takeout Material
d. Checking Grade Stamp on Boards
e. Cleaning Paint Station
5. Must train to fill in for saw operators during absences, vacations, and breaks.
6. Measure fluid levels, service and check forklifts for proper operating daily.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Preferred Competencies
High School Diploma or GED required. Powered Industrial Fork Truck Certified.
Major Challenges
Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions often exposed to heat, cold, inclement weather, grease, oils, dust and dirty working conditions. Work involves standing, climbing, walking on elevated catwalks and inactive conveyors, and occasionally lifting heavy objects (50 lbs. or more).
EHS Requirements:
*Monitor air and water discharges from site to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and monitor process operations for evidence of excessive use of fuel, water, and other natural resources.
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Production of the Mustang started in Dearborn, Michigan on March 9, 1964 and the car was presented to the general public on April 17, 1964 at the New York World's Fair. It is Ford's third earliest nameplate currently in production. Initial sales projections predicted less than 100,000 systems for the first year. This mark was surpassed in 3 months from rollout. Another 318,000 would be sold during the model year (a record), and in its very first eighteen months, more than one million Mustangs were developed.
When the 1969 ford mach mustang was furnished with the 428 Cobra Jet engine the vehicle ended up being an absolute powerhouse. Just beginning the engine of one of these mustangs advertised its power and capacity. There were engines available with less power offered for the 1969 ford mach mustang but couple of individuals pick this calmer version of the brand-new mustang. Those who thought to ask wanted the most powerful engine their money could by and most vehicle sellers only evaluated and marketed the much admired Cobra Jet engine.
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All these were VIN-identified as 1965 models, however several changes were made at the traditional opening of the new design year (beginning August 1964), consisting of the addition of back-up lights on some models, the intro of generators to replace generators, and an upgrade of the V8 engine from 260 cu into 289 cu in. In the case of at least some six-cylinder Mustangs fitted with the 101 hp 170 cu in Falcon engine, the rush into production consisted of some uncommon peculiarities, such as a horn ring bearing the 'Ford Falcon' logo beneath a trim ring emblazoned with 'Ford Mustang.' These characteristics made enough difference to necessitate designation of the 121,538 earlier ones as "1964 1/2" model-year Mustangs, a difference that has actually endured with purists. Mustangs For Sale in Tyler MN are easy to find now with online shopping.
The 1973 OPEC oil embargo brought with it more stringent pollution laws and the desire for fuel-efficiency. This was likewise the very first time in automotive history that the Huge 3 were needing to take on imports. The new Mustang II was smaller sized than the first variation however, due to the extra devices needed to satisfy new US emission and safety regulations, was much heavier than the first model. Efficiency was minimized and in the first year just 385,993 cars were sold.
2nd generation Mustangs for sale in Tyler MN were available between 1974 and 1978 and readily available in a coupe and hatchback variation. 1979 the Mustang was revamped a third time. This time it was based upon the larger Fox platform and the interior was truly huge enough for 4 people. The trunk was larger and so was the engine bay. The body styles readily available included a coupe, hatchback and in 1983 a convertible. In 1979 the 3rd generation Mustang served as an Indianapolis 500 pace car and Ford developed 10,478 celebratory replicas. The third generation Mustangs were produced from 1979 to 1982.


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Dehra Dun: Despite falling short of majority, ruling BJP in Uttarakhand Wednesday began efforts to form the government with its senior leaders trying to establish contact with Independent MLAs and the Uttarakhand Kranti Dal (UKD).
"We are assessing the political situation. In case, the party thinks that it is appropriate to form the government, we will surely stake our claim," said outgoing Chief Minister B C Khanduri as party bigwigs, including Rajnath Singh and Ananth Kumar held talks here.
BJP, which got 31 seats, one short of Congress, has also convened a meeting of its newly-elected MLAs.
"We will take the opinion of all our MLAs also on the formation of new government," said Khanduri.
BJP`s move came after Congress, too, began efforts to form a new government in Uttarakhand following its wafer-thin one seat lead against the ruling BJP in the cliff-hanger contest for the state Assembly polls, the results for which were declared yesterday.
As Congress emerged as the single largest party, a high-level delegation of the party called on Governor Margaret Alva late last evening and staked claim to form the new government.
Congress has also convened a meeting of the CLP, party sources said.
Meanwhile, a high-level Congress delegation led by election in-charge Chaudhary Birendra Singh went to New Delhi to hold discussions with the party high command today.
Out of the 70 seats, the Congress won 32 seats and the ruling BJP followed closely with 31 seats. Both the parties failed to touch the magic figure of 36 in the 70-member House. The biggest surprise came when Chief Minister B C Khanduri, who led the "Khanduri hain zaroori" campaign, was defeated by S S Negi of Congress from Kotdwar seat by 4,632
He is the first Chief Minister, who lost the elections in the 12-years of state`s history since it was created in 2000.
BSP, which can play a crucial role in the formation of new government, has won three seats.
Uttarakhand Kranti Dal-Panwar (UKD-P) has also won one seat while Independents, who can lso play key role, have won from three seats. The Congress sources said that the party
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NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson talks about the Ducks' blowout over Virginia and hands out his game balls to three players who were very impressive in their position groups. While De'Anthony Thomas could have taken home the offensive game ball as well, Mariota's ability to scramble and flash his top speed earned him the offensive game ball while Derrick Malone stepped up on defense and Alejandro Maldonado was impressive on special teams.
Oregon 59-10 over Virginia Cavaliers: Week two game balls
Oregon 66-3 over Nicholls State: Week one game balls
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson dishes out his game balls from Oregon's triumphant and blowout victory over the Nicholls State Colonels. A route everybody expected to occur, the Ducks soared over the Colonels and dominated all facets of the game. Marcus Mariota led the way on offense while Tony Washington played big on defense and Keanon Lowe looked impressive on special teams.
Why are tickets still available for Oregon's opening game?
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson details how Autzen's sellout streak could be ended when Nicholls State heads to Eugene to take on the Ducks. Ranked third in the nation by just about every poll heading into the season, there don't seem to be many doubts surrounding the Oregon football program right now. That is except for whether or not Autzen Stadium will continue its sellout run.
Who could unseat the Ducks as the Pac-12 standard?
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson gives you five teams he thinks could potentially unseat the Ducks as the standard of Pac-12 football. Arizona State, Washington, and UCLA all seem to be on the outside looking in, but they definitely have the potential to become the top programs in the Conference of Champions. USC and Stanford appear to be the main contenders to supplant the Ducks.
Oregon football is just getting started
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson talks about greatness in relation to the University of Oregon's football program. While many believe the Ducks are peaking right now, Chris argues that the best years in Eugene are yet to come. Analyzing the success of the football program with its foundations laid by Mike Bellotti, Chris takes you down memory lane and makes you realize just how strong the Oregon football foundation is. Strap in, Oregon fans, you're in for one heck of a ride.
What can Dana Altman and the Oregon Ducks do in 2013/14?
NWSB Insider and Oregon Ducks basketball blogger Jason Hartzog talks about how the Ducks could potentially fare in their 2013-2014 basketball season. The Ducks can absolutely make it back to the NCAA Tournament next year. Another sweet-16 bid will be difficult, but I like their odds. Notable transfers such as Mike Moser, Joseph Young, and Jalil Abdul-Bassit all make this team a contender in the Pac-12.
Can Oregon return to NCAA Tournament with new recruiting class?
NWSB Insider and Oregon Ducks' blogger Jason Hartzog talks about Oregon's chances of getting back to the NCAA Tournament after a bevy of players left the team. Though the Ducks did lose some key players, Hartzog makes sure to analyze the incoming recruiting class and how that will impact Oregon's postseason chances.
Projecting Oregon's 2013 offensive starters
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson gives you his prediction of Oregon's offensive starters in 2013. Though the Oregon Ducks' 2013 college football campaign is still just about four months away, it's time to start breaking down a team that could very well see themselves in the final BCS National Championship Game (thank the college football gods). Returning stars such as Marcus Mariota and De'Anthony Thomas obviously make it into the starting rotation but there are a few players who may be new to you.
Oregon Basketball's 2013 recruiting class…so far
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson talks about Oregon's 2013 basketball recruiting class…so far. Taking a look at the Oregon Ducks' recruiting class, they have already signed seven players (if you include Tyree and Tyrell Robinson as basketball players as well as football players) and apparently still in the running for Anthony January, Jabari McGhee, and Brandon Rosser. Though they did miss out on five-star Aaron Gordon, the Ducks' recruiting class is still a very good one that will bring in several players who will compliment the likes of Dominic Artis, Damyean Dotson, and Ben Carter.
What could Oregon's weaknesses be in 2013?
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson talks about the weaknesses on Oregon's 2013 college football roster that could see them fall from the ranks of the college football elite. While the talent is already on the team and there is quite a lot of potential surrounding the Duck athletes, Oregon is lacking proven players on the defensive line and at linebacker.
Important notes heading into Oregon spring camp
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson talks about the upcoming Oregon football spring camp that will begin on April 2. Coming off a year that saw them narrowly miss an opportunity to appear in the BCS National Championship game for the second time in three years–after suffering a loss to Stanford in overtime after the Cardinal tied it up on a controversial touchdown–and their second-straight BCS Bowl win, many may believe that the Oregon football program would be in a state of flux without Kelly.
Oregon upsets St. Louis to advance to Sweet 16
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Anderson recaps Oregon's upset win over the St. Louis Billikens on Saturday. Forwarding their momentum from their victory over Oklahoma State, the Ducks used impressive efforts from Damyean Dotson and Arsalan Kazemi to keep their season going. Despite the win, however, the Ducks still need to cleanup their turnover issue and get Dominic Artis back to continuous production.


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It's summer time, and I must admit that I really miss surfing so much. I picked up a friend from the airport and he's gone back to Siargao now. He and his girlfriend (who's also my friend) was on a surf trip in Indonesia and I was so excited to listen to his stories about it. Now, my mind's drifted away to surfing and how I missed it a lot.
It has been three months now to be away from the waves and I am still so eager to learn more and paddle hard out there. In no time, I will be back.
Time will heal what to be healed. And all I could think of right now is the sense of feeling the ocean around me.
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Shadhika is a non-profit U.S. foundation. Our mission is to assist needy women, children, and their families in India to acquire shelter, education, health care and employment. Shadhika does this by funding grants for specific projects from select social service agencies in India. The Foundation focuses on projects that enable people to help themselves and often works with smaller, 'grass-roots' efforts that have passionate leadership, low overhead and consistent quality. Shadhika makes every effort, including site visits, to ensure that the grants are spent appropriately.
Shadhika was started in 1990 by Juthica Stangl, a native of Calcutta, currently a resident of California, and was formally incorporated in 1992. Its original purpose was to facilitate the release of women from Calcutta prison's "non-criminal insane" block, and to finance the establishment of a facility where they could start their rehabilitation. This resulted in Paripurnata halfway house. Since then the law has changed and incarceration of non-criminal women is no longer legal. Paripurnata now receives and rehabilitates patients discharged from mental hospitals. By 2005 Paripurnata has helped over 90 women re-enter life with life skills and confidence. Shadhika has also grown to cover additional projects for women and children.
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Food Network has simple and easy to follow recipes for healthy breakfast ideas. The breakfast burritos recipe yields four servings, while the baked French toast yields six servings.
To make the breakfast burritos, heat 2 teaspoons canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 1 cup diced small red onion and 1 seeded and diced red bell pepper for eight minutes. Add 1 cup drained, rinsed, canned black beans and 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes, and cook for three minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside. Whisk 4 eggs and 4 egg whites. Stir in 1/3 cup shredded pepper jack cheese. Add eggs to a skillet over medium heat, and scramble, cooking for three minutes. Spread 4 10-inch whole-wheat tortillas with 1 tablespoon sour cream, 1 tablespoon salsa, 1/4 black bean mixture, 1/4 scrambled eggs, diced tomatoes and 1/4 avocado. Roll up, and serve.
To make the French toast, grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Arrange 24 1-inch whole-wheat bread slices in rows of three. Whisk together 12 ounces evaporated milk, 1 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, a pinch of kosher salt and 4 large eggs. Pour the mixture over the bread, and refrigerate for eight hours. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Sprinkle 1/3 cup chopped pecans, 2 tablespoons maple syrup and 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon over the top. Bake for 40 minutes.


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Native to North and Central America, the blue-winged warbler (Vermivora cyanoptera) is a small and brightly coloured songbird (2) (3) (4). The vibrant yellow of the head and underparts contrasts sharply with the blue-grey of the wings, which are also marked with two distinct, white wing bars (2) (5) (6). The plumage along the back and nape is olive green to yellow, and the blue-winged warbler also has a prominent black line through the eye (2) (3) (5). The legs of this species are a slaty black (2).
While there is little difference between the sexes, the female blue-winged warbler is generally slightly duller than the male, with a more olive green crown and greyer eye line (2) (5). The juvenile blue-winged warbler is similar in appearance to the adult, but generally duller in colour (2) (3).
The blue-winged warbler is known to hybridise with the closely related golden-winged warbler (Vermivora chrysoptera) to produce two main hybrids (2) (3). Of these, Brewster's warbler is more like the golden-winged warbler in appearance, but with the facial markings of the blue-winged warbler, and intermediate markings on the underside. The rarer Lawrence's warbler has the body plumage of the blue-winged warbler, but the bold facial markings of the yellow-winged warbler (2).
The distinctive song of the blue-winged warbler is described as a buzzy, insect-like 'Beeee Buzzzz' (2) (5).
During the breeding season, the blue-winged warbler tends to forage in the upper parts of trees and shrubs, and can often be seen hanging upside down, gleaning insects from the foliage. In dense vegetation it may also forage closer to the ground, and, during the winter, will also probe for food among clusters of dead leaves. The blue-winged warbler feeds on a variety of invertebrates, including caterpillars, crickets, beetles and spiders (2).
The breeding season for the blue-winged warbler begins with the arrival of the males on the breeding ground in April or May. The male will establish and defend a territory, posturing and chasing intruding males. Much time is spent by the male chasing potential mates, and a male usually pairs with only one female. During pair formation, the female blue-winged warbler will give a 'Tzip' call (2).
Nest building is carried out by the female blue-winged warbler, and the nest is usually built on or near the ground, and is well concealed using leaf material (2) (5). Between four and five eggs are generally laid, and these are incubated by the female alone, although the male will occasionally bring food to the female. The eggs hatch after 11 to 12 days, and the male provides most of the food to the hatchlings during the first few days, after which both adults feed the chicks equally (2).
A number of animals are known to prey on the eggs and nestlings of the blue-winged warbler, including snakes, birds such as the American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos), and small mammals, including the eastern chipmunk (Tamias striatus). The adult blue-winged warbler may defend the young by mobbing a potential predator or performing 'distraction' displays. The reproductive success of the blue-winged warbler may also be reduced by brood parasitism by the brown-headed cowbird (Molothrus ater) (2).
The blue-winged warbler is known to live for up to seven years (2).
The North American range of the blue-winged warbler expanded greatly with the arrival of early European settlers, as their clearing and farming activities created more suitable habitat for this species. Its range is continuing to expand northward today, with this species currently breeding from Ontario, Minnesota, Wisconsin, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine in the north, with a fragmented distribution stretching to Georgia and Alabama in the south (2).
During the winter, the blue-winged warbler migrates south, wintering from Mexico to Panama in Central America. It is also occasionally found on a number of islands of the Caribbean Sea (2).
The blue-winged warbler prefers early to mid-successional habitats, and, as a result, is commonly found on abandoned farmland or in forest clearings (2) (3). This species will also use forest edges and dense shrubs and thickets (2).
During winter, the blue-winged warbler can be found in semi-humid evergreen and semi-deciduous forest. It also inhabits woodland, scrubland, forest edges and hedgerows (2).
The blue-winged warbler is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List (1).
While the blue-winged warbler is not considered to be globally threatened (4), it may be affected by the future loss of breeding habitat due to suburban expansion. This species prefers early successional habitat, so may also be affected by a reduction in the abandonment of farmland and an increase in the succession of scrubland to forest (2).
There are currently no specific conservation measures in place for the blue-winged warbler, though this species may benefit from future research to further understand its ecology (2).
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Tasting NoteRiondo Pinot Grigio is a full-bodied, fruity, varietal wine with notable citrus scents of grapefruit and pleasant herbal notes of sage. Delightfully fresh and intense, it pairs perfectly with vegetable soups and grilled white meats.
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The Internet of Things in the Food Industry
The Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming an important part of the food industry, from production to transportation to retail sales. The IoT is contributing to better use of resources and greater productivity in the industry as well as improved safety for food products. Simply stated, the IoT is a network of technologies which can monitor the status of physical and other objects, capture meaningful data, and communicate that data over a wireless network to a computer in the cloud for software to analyze in real time and help determine action steps. Typically, each data transmission from a device is small in size but the number of transmissions can be frequent. The IoT involves many things interacting with each other to produce actionable information.
The temperature of a food product, for example, which is important to food safety, can be monitored throughout the supply chain until purchase of the product by a consumer.
More IoT applications have become feasible because the cost and size of sensor devices continues to decrease and their sophistication for measuring conditions keeps increasing. Cisco estimates that 500 billion devices will be connected to the Internet by 2030. Cisco and others also use the term "Internet of Everything" (IoE) which has a broader meaning than IoT that includes services such as a search engine, users and other objects. Cisco defines the IoE as the intelligent connection of people, places, data and things.)
The IoT will help the industry improve the operation of the supply chain starting with how food is grown to how consumers purchase food products. The IoT can improve the use of resources in growing food by helping apply water, fertilizer and pesticides in more precise quantities and locations and with better timing which will increase yields. Data analytics software can provide actionable information on a real time basis by combining information on current weather, the slope of the land, type of soil and exposure to sunshine with data captured by sensors measuring moisture, heat, chemicals and other conditions. The IoT can also help livestock farming be more productive in the use of water, energy, food and other resources and even help track the location of livestock.
The IoT can create more closely monitored environments in the food industry which should result in better food safety and less waste. Such visibility provides actionable information for better management of the supply chain. Sensors embedded in fields, vehicles carrying crops or food, production lines and grocery stores can be used to track temperature and other conditions for food in transit in the supply chain from the farm to a consumer. The use of IoT for logistics and communications throughout the supply chain can make food recalls faster and more precise. The location of tainted products can be identified more quickly.
The embedded sensors and data analytics software can enable better transportation route planning, more efficient inventory management and predictive maintenance alerts to prevent equipment malfunctions in manufacturing, transportation and other parts of the food industry supply chain. This will reduce cost and waste.
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Since consumers are the end customers who eat food, the risks of product danger need to be mitigated as much as possible. What if an IoT device fails or the data analytics software provides erroneous information and a consumer becomes sick or dies? The liability in the supply chain up until the consumer stage can be primarily allocated by contract – but insurance will be the safety net, and the only feasible way to mitigate the risk at the retail stage.
IoT networks need to be designed and implemented with adequate security and privacy protection. A recent article predicts that security attacks on IoT devices will surge in 2017 (https://www.scmagazine.com/gazing-ahead-security-predictions-part-4/article/578979/)
A network failure or hacker attack could have serious consequences. For example, hackers recently changed chemical settings in a U.S. water treatment plant. (http://www.watertechonline.com/hackers-change-chemical-settings-at-water-treatment-plant)
A hacker could attempt an intrusion in the application of crop chemicals or in the mixture or addition of ingredients at a food processing plant. Sensors and other IoT entry points have such a small software footprint that implementing security is difficult without architectural changes which would impact the economics of the network (In information technology, A "smaller footprint" for software means that it needs less space in memory for storage and execution. Vendor AgilePQ believes it has security technology that can be implemented at an IoT entry point without changing the economics of the network.)
Related Article: Are You Prepared for the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR")?
Ownership rights to data used in an IoT network can provide a competitive advantage. While some data may be from the public domain or licensed from third parties, a food industry business should try to own as much data as it can. The business that controls the most data will likely be the most successful.
The advances in sensing technology, the way that IoT physical components are combined into a network and the related data analytics software can have significant business value. There should also be innovation specific to the food industry for which intellectual property (IP) protection is important. Businesses need to think both offensively and defensively in creating an IP strategy so they have the freedom to operate without a license from a third party and also provide a barrier to entry by a competitor. A search of the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) data base indicates there are already more than 900 patents issued in which the term "Internet of Things" appears and over 75 patents issued in which the term "Internet of Everything" appears.
The IoT is being used to make the food industry supply chain more visible to centralized management and to provide actionable information to help make the industry more efficient and to produce safer products for consumers. Deployment of an IoT network in the food industry supply chain can help reduce costs, waste and risks in each stage of the process.Disclaimer: This blog and website are public sources of general information concerning our firm and its lawyers, as well as the information presented. They are intended, but not promised or guaranteed, to be correct, complete, and up-to-date as of the date posted. This blog and website are not intended to be, and are not, sources of legal opinion or advice. The materials, information, and communications on this blog and website do not apply to any particular person, entity, or situation, and do not apply to you or to your specific situation. You will need to consult with an attorney and/or other appropriate professional about your specific situation. Thank you.


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The Washington Monthly is back kicking around the unaskable question - will there be permanent U.S. bases in Iraq? The bloggers there have noted that, in the American media at least, the words "permanent", "bases" and "Iraq" must never appear in the same article, let alone the same sentence. However, the U.S. is set to build four super-bases anyway and it appears Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif) and other Democrats are going to try to make some political hay by bringing up the unaskable question at next week's debate on the war.
I can make it easy for them.
Of course there will be permanent bases. There will be bases for as long as the Iraqi military is incapable of facing an external security threat. No matter how well they might do against their own internal security problems, facing an external national threat needs things like planes with real guns and missiles on them, more than a couple dozen real modern tanks, some artillery, a command and control structure...etc.
As it stands right now, the tiny UAE air force could blow through the entire Iraqi military in one afternoon of "shock and awe". Let's not even think about the Syrians, Saudis, Iranians, Turks etc etc.
There are NO plans to provide any real military equipment to the Iraqi military at the present time and current plans reach out until 2010. Until there are such plans, the Iraqi military is a glorified paramilitary police force and permanent US bases to protect the nation against possible external aggression will be needed.
Welcome to the Satrapy of Iraq.
But that doesn't actually help the Democrats much. You see, none of their plans for Iraq have mentioned giving the Iraqis anything like a fully functional military either!
We're left, no matter which party is in charge, with a choice between staying to provide national defense against possible external national threats or an immoral abandonment of Iraq to the good natures of their various regional neighbours - damn few of whom seem to be at all good natured when it comes to a whole bunch of oil lying around with the doors unlocked.
Not incidentally, this lack of planning to replace what we destroyed during the invasion makes a mockery of any idea of Iraqi sovereignty - and the Iraqis have figured it out even if the American public hasn't. In every case, GOP or Dem, what we have is a plan for a Lebanon/Syria model, with the U.S. playing the Syrian role of permanent occupiers and steerers of the weaker nation.
A nation which must rely on another for every aspect of it's national defense (as opposed to internal security) is no nation at all - it is a client state. There are no plans to change that status. From either party.
I just wish both had the integrity to admit it.


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What started out as a trailer-on- loan and some donated lumber turned into an awesome parade float!
The BC Farm Museum is celebrating their 50th anniversary this year 2017. One way of celebrating this milestone was to create a parade float. The float participated in the Fort Langley May Day Parade, attended the Langley City Community Day in Douglas Park, showed up for the Fort Langley Canada Day Celebration and the Aldergrove Fair as well as other local appearances. Thank You to Aldor Acres, Country Lumber, and Windsor Plywood!
The horse and buggy "cake top" are from the museum's pioneer life collection on display at 9131 King Street, Fort Langley.
The Farm Museum joins in all the fun every year at the May Day Parade in Fort Langley
VanderKooi Friesians pull a 1902 Victoria carriage through Fort Langley at Monday's May Day Parade. The carriage is from the collection on exhibit at the BC Farm Museum and was carrying Bill and Bernice Stacey. The Stacey's are long time Farm Museum volunteers. They could easily have been mistaken for genuine turn of the century dignitaries.


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PORT-AU-PRINCE.—Three new aftershocks were reported in this capital yesterday, including one of 6.1 magnitude, for a total of 88 such temblors related to the earthquake that struck the city on January 12, according to the Emergency Operations Center in the Dominican Republic.
An AFP cable stated that at least four buildings collapsed without leaving victims.
Just one week after the devastating earthquake, the arduous and humanitarian labors of the Cuban doctors in the Haitian capital now amount to more than 13,418 consultancies, with 1,078 operations, more than 550 of them considered major surgery. The Cuban doctors have also assisted 38 births.
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Written by: Catalogs.com Editorial Staff
April 14, 2011
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Although many video games help with hand-eye coordination and improve reflexes, some games definitely outweigh others when it comes to educational value.
While interactive games like World of Warcraft could be construed to help with social skills, and games like Grand Theft Auto and America's Army train would-be car thieves and soldiers, a conglomeration of educational video games does exist.
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10. Legend of Zelda
The Legend of Zelda games offer puzzles, action, exploration and questing. The player guides the hero of the game, Link, through a multi-level environment with the mission of saving Princess Zelda from Ganondorf, whose evil plot includes world domination. The game requires of its player logic and problem solving skills, and engages the player in critical thinking. Legend of Zelda proves that all video games are experiments in learning, regardless of content.
9. Spore
The objective of Spore is to create and evolve a species over a span of 1,000 years. The bacteria evolve from cellular to intelligent, social organisms, which teaches the player about the origin of life according to the panspermia theory.
8. Risk
Originally a war-themed board game, Risk has recently been adapted into an online video game. The game of Risk teaches players geography and domination skills, perfect for any aspiring world leader.
7. Lego Star Wars
Lego Star Wars combines two childhood favorites – Legos and Star Wars, and adds a third dimension of puzzle solving to the mix. The process of solving puzzles has been shown to improve lateral thinking and cognitive and fine motor skills in adults and children, as well as ward off Alzheimer's Disease in later years.
6. Oregon Trail
Oregon Trail is a classic video game from the 80′s and 90′s, playable online today, that teaches players about the pitfalls and agonies of pioneer life. Oregon Trail is an exercise in math, history and resource management dexterity, as well as an early introduction to the reality of disease and death.
5. Mavis Beacon
Mavis Beacon is a typing game that provides lessons and drills and allows the player to create his or her own customized typing games. In today's technology-oriented world, typing skills are a necessary prerequisite for almost any profession, and Mavis Bacon offers a fun and creative means of obtaining these skills.
4. Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?
As the leader of a group of international crooks known as the Villians International League of Evil (V.I.L.E.), Carmen Sandiego travels the globe stealing priceless artifacts. It is the mission of the player to act as an ACME agent in hunting down Ms. Sandiego by uncovering geographic clues. Carmen Sandiego remains a classic learning game, playable today on Facebook.
3. Math Blaster
Math Blaster is an alien adventure game geared towards grade-school learners. Kids become members of the Intergalactic Space Patrol (ISP), and advance through levels as their math skills improve. Math Blaster is the original math-based video game, and has been teaching kids addition, subtraction, multiplication and division for twenty-five years.
2. Jeopardy
Everyone's favorite television trivia game is now available on Playstation. Jeopardy's topics vary from geography to history, literature to pop culture. Jeopardy offers an expansive array of information to its players, and encourages smart money-managing habits.
1. SimCity Creator
In the newest version of the SimCity enterprise, players learn how to plan and develop their own city, balance a budget, and deal with various crises as they occur, i.e. natural disasters, disgruntled citizens, and rampant crime. The game teaches players organizational and problem-solving skills, and presents hours of entertainment for those with an omnipotent ambition. The original SimCity is now playable online for free.


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Exercising while listening to music is awesome. Suffering the indignity of having your earbuds yanked out in public because the wires got caught on something is not awesome. It is the opposite of awesome. Fortunately, Jabra at IFA 2011 has created a new set of wireless headphones just for exercisers, and the benefits extend far beyond the lack of a cord.
The Jabra Sport is a set of Bluetooth enabled headphones. It has a built-in mic, so you can receive calls using the headphones, as well. Users can enjoy a built-in FM radio and enhanced bass performance. More importantly, they're built to last through anything. The Jabra Sport is US Military Standard Rain, Dust, and Shock Resistant certified, and the mic is wind-shielded. You can also access a complimentary app, the Endomondo Sports Tracker, which gives you updates on speed, distance traveled, and lap times. Better yet, you can track previous running routes using the GPS of any iOS, Android, or BlackBerry smartphone.
If, for whatever reason, you want to stick with the wires, the Jabra Sport-Corded is the same product, just with wires instead of Bluetooth technology. The Jabra Sport will retail for $99, and its corded cousin will retail for $69 when they hit Apple, Sprint and T-Mobile stores and Amazon.com in September.


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Can also be external player with usb2 cable. I have the Lacie external dvd burner/player "design by Porsche". Should be pretty cheap today.
Phew! You make me want to try to make one for myself! I guess it should be Frank arriving to Sweetwater in the end... that even might go with my signature.
Make one marmota!
I will. Later. But I really will. I love that scene.
I think you already know it, but that was the scene where I finally knew I LOVED OUATITW... until then, it was a great film, enjoyable, beautiful scenes and everything, but at that moment it somehow finally all went together and made it the top of tops for me. (And then came the final showdown and that made it an indescribable top...)Which is a bit strange, because that scene lacks that wonderful composition of the begining, Frank is blurred and the sequence where he's coming is so short... phew, but it's beautiful anyway! It has a feeling of destiny, not that I would believe in it much, but it's what it wants to achieve and it does.I think that's what I love on OUATITW the most, and what makes it more than GBU is for me (while GBU will always stay the first Leone's film I saw and the one that made me crazy about the director; and the only film so far which I watched at least three days in a row... the first film which I knew I would love after first ten minutes and was more than right about it.) The story in OUATITW, and the film with it, is never complete until the end. The showdown in GBU is awesome and everything, but the story would eventually work even without it (very badly, I know, but can you see what I mean?). OUATITW would hardly work if something was left out. (So I'm glad I never saw the cut version.) Which makes it just perfect. Very balanced, I think.Even Cheyenne's death, though very sad and undesired for the viewer , makes sense in the whole story......or, maybe, in the whole thing, not story. It's more than just story, it's feelings and emotions and image and music and principles and so.Eh. I could say more about it, but it would become too personal and hard to explain. And this is actually the wrong board to write it in, I should be in OUATITW board... you just can see how I love that film.
(Tucumcari, I don't think it's nice, you laughin'... )
I finally sat down and watched "Duck, You Sucker" in it's entirety tonight. Let me tell you something...I was blown away yet again by the master filmmaker himself, Sergio Leone! I cannot believe it took me this long to watch this GREAT, GREAT film. From the first frame I was on the edge of my seat. Ennio Morricone's score, yet another MASTERPIECE, gets your attention from the start. As the film opens with Rod Steiger, you cannot help but notice that the character of Juan is a direct resemblance of Eli Wallach's Tuco from TGTBATU. What another great character if the long line of GREAT Leone characters. Steiger was sensational as the Mexican bandit! Rod Steiger's accent was spot on. At times he made you laugh, and other times you didn't know whether to like him, or hate him! Great acting. How can you not forget James Coburn as the explosives expert John (Sean) Malroy! What a performance the great Colburn gave. At times you get lost in his character and really believe he's real. Coburn was the perfect choice here. The chemistry between Steiger and Coburn definitely rivals Eastwood's Blondie and Wallach's Tuco in my opinion. I was captivated by the two of them everytime they were together on screen. This film in my opinion rivals any movie where explosions or action take place. Everytime the heard the phrase "DUCK, YOU SUCKER", I was like a little kid on the edge of my seat waiting in excitement for the dynamite to explode!!! And friends, did it ever!!!! We see possibly the best bridge explosion ever on screen, rivaling the bridge explosion in David Lean's "Bridge on the River Kwai." We possibly see the best train explosion rivaling David Lean's "Lawrence of Arabia." I was not aware I was going to see such great scenes when I sat down to watch this. Yes, I had a feeling I'd like it, but not to this extent. In the end, after just watching this, I dunno where you place it among Leone's films in terms of greatness, but you can't argue with someone who would think it's the best. I still think "Once Upon a Time in the West" is his greatest achievement, but what he pulled off here is another masterpiece, filmmaking at it's best. This is another reason why Sergio Leone is arguably the greatest director there was, is, and ever will be, period.
You write fine Bill Carson, no worries buddy!!! You are right about the film, it is near perfection, a brilliant piece of work.


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The nova of Delphinus 2013 is still shining in the southern sky, and it's brightness right now is about 5,0 magnitudes. It's brightness peaked around 15./16. of August. The maximum brightness then was about 4,2 magnitudes. At maximum brightness, it would have easily been visible with naked eye even in some light polluted sub-urban areas! Now the nova have been getting fainter, but the decrease of brightness has been quite slow. It means that it is still a suitable target for observers with small binoculars or telescope! This nova is one of the 20 brightest novas all time, so this is a must-see object for every amateur astronomer and stargazer!
Then how to find the nova from the sky?
Look at the southern sky, there you will find constellation of Aquila, the eagle. The brightest star of Aquila, Altair, is the southernmost star of the so-called Summer Triangle. The stars of Summer Triangle are Altair (Aquila), Deneb (Cygnus, the swan) and Vega (Lyra, the lyre). Now go about 10º from Altair to northeast. From there, you will find small constellations of Delphinus, the dolphin and Sagitta. Sagitta is latin for "arrow", and actually the small but distinct arrow -asterism of Sagitta is pointing directly to the nova! The nova is located roughly halfway from the easternmost star of Sagitta (eta Sge) towards star 28 Vul in constellation of Vulpecula, the fox.
Other way is to start from Alpha Del. From Alpha Del, go 5º north to 28 Vul. From 28 Vul, go 3º west, and there you can find the nova! The nova is part of a triangular asterism, which is pointing westwards to constellation of Sagitta. The nova itself is the westernmost star of this asterism!