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20 Performance Cars You Can Get with Manual Transmissions
Vukasin HerbezNovember 19, 2017
Ever since automatic transmissions became popular, the battle between the manuals and the automatics has been ongoing. Engine designers created automatics as a more comfortable option for people who are not skilled or just don't want to have to shift gears. However, for decades, most people have considered automatics a lame option. A true driver needs to use a manual since it is more engaging and analog, so it provides a pure driving experience. And most driving enthusiasts won't argue with that.
In the last two decades, thanks to the development of electronic aids, intelligent systems and new technologies, automatic transmissions have earned a lead over manuals. The automatic transmission shifts faster than any human can. They are also much more efficient and precise. They can have more gears than manuals, so they adapt to more driving styles and dynamics, too. In one word, modern automatics are almost perfect.
But, despite being so efficient and fast, automatics are still not as engaging as manuals. Driving a manual means you understand the processes happening under the body of your ride. A manual transmission is for drivers who want to be in full control and are more skillful than the average driver. It also means you could lose a drag race if you go against a modern car with a double clutch intelligent automatic transmission.
If you put more value into a pure, analog driving feel than into half a second better 0 to 60 mph time, a manual transmission is for you. So, for those dedicated drivers who think performance cars should only come with manual transmission, keep reading for a special treat. This list of modern vehicles with a manual transmission that are available for driving enthusiasts and car fanatics alike.
1. Shelby GT350
For those who want a classic screamer in a Mustang with a Shelby heritage, but with modern technology and V8 performance, the new GT350R is a perfect choice. Although they based the Shelby on the classic Mustang GT, much of the suspension, design, aero package and engine are new. The single biggest difference is the fantastic Voodoo engine, which has 5.2-liter displacement, 526 HP and 429 lb-ft of torque.
One main feature of this high-revving powerplant is the flat plane crank technology. It allows the big V8 to scream to almost 9,000 rpm. It is the same technology exotic manufacturers like Ferrari use, but this is the first time a muscle car has such an advanced engine. Ford's investment in the Shelby GT350R paid off. The performance is mind-boggling with 3.9 seconds for 0 to 60 mph.
But the numbers don't do justice to this car. The Shelby GT 350 R is a pure sports car that delivers fantastic driving dynamics and experiences to drivers. It is closer to the Porsche GT3 for precision driving and cornering speeds than to the humble Mustangs of yesterday. This car is one of the fastest Mustangs ever. It is also one of the best sports cars to enter the market in recent years that comes with manual transmission only.
2. Honda Civic Type R
The latest addition to the powerful four-cylinder car club is the fifth generation Honda Civic Type R. The new performance Civic looks like every racer's dream with numerous spoilers, scoops and air vents all over the body. The aggressive design, superior performance and JDM appeal make this Civic a valuable addition to the hot hatch class.
In the past, Honda has resisted the temptation to turbocharge its performance engines. But the Civic Type R has the same turbocharging as any other competitor in its class. The 2.0-liter turbo four delivers 306 HP. It can propel the nasty-looking Civic Type R to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and top 170 mph.
However, the acceleration times are somewhat slower than the competitors. The reason for that is that the Civic is front-wheel drive and not AWD, as most other models in its class. The other reason is that the new Civic Type R is a manual-only car in a segment where automatics are a more common choice.
The good news is, the absence of all that heavy all-wheel-drive hardware makes the Civic Type R light and nimble car. This is something hardcore performance driving enthusiasts will highly appreciate.
3. Subaru BRZ
A typical four-cylinder naturally aspirated performance car is the Subaru BRZ. This little sports coupe has a signature flat-four engine that delivers 205 HP out of 2.0-liters. The BRZ is a light, nimble coupe due to the position of the engine. Subaru uses a flat-four engine, so the center of gravity is lower than those of regular inline four-cylinder engines.
Its lower center of gravity plants the car to the ground, which helps driving dynamics and allows the car to handle better. With a six-speed manual gearbox, the BRZ is a pure driver's car. It offers lively performance and an engaging drive. The 0 to 60 mph sprint takes 6.7 seconds while the top speed is 145 mph. With an affordable price and those performance numbers, the BRZ is a highly desirable model.
The interesting thing about the BRZ is that it comes as a manual-only model. This decision shows Subaru's dedication to offering a true driver's car. The secret is in its lighter weight, so the BRZ can provide nothing but the purest driving experience.
4. Ford Focus RS
The first-generation Focus RS had a powerful 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with 220 HP. Sadly, it was a limited production model that was not available in America. The second generation with a five-cylinder engine was also not for sale in the U.S. But the third one has one of the most powerful four cylinders on the market. Also, for the first time, Ford has finally offered it as a regular production model to U.S. buyers.
Under the hood of the new Focus RS, there is a 2.3-liter turbocharged unit that delivers 345 HP to all four wheels. This makes the Focus RS a capable hot hatch beast. The performance is incredible since getting to 0 to 60 mph takes only 4.7 seconds. Its top speed is 165 mph. This kind of performance deserves special packaging.
The Focus RS has a unique front spoiler, bulged fenders, side skirts and a spoiler. Simply looking at this furious compact will tell you this is a genuinely fast Ford. They packed the Focus RS with innovative and advanced technology. It includes an intelligent all-wheel-drive system, special driving mods and a host of electronic aids and systems. However, Ford kept the six-speed manual as the only transmission option to make the RS a rally car for the street.
5. Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE
Chevrolet has offered the 1LE package on the SS V8 and V6 models. Both cars are manual-only models Ford intended for enthusiasts and driving fans. This is one of the biggest performance bargains, especially in its track-oriented V8 version. The base Camaro SS is one of the best muscle cars around with its 6.2-liter, 450 HP V8 engine.
It also has loads of torque and a perfectly balanced chassis, but the 1LE is even better. The engine is the same as in a Corvette, which means it delivers 460 HP. The suspension is slightly more focused and revised to give drivers a better driving feel and sharper response.
Chevy also slightly improved the aero package, so the 1LE is a respectable, all-around sports machine. It is a capable road car, comfortable enough to use every day, as well as for long drives. It is also sharp enough to be a race car that will provide tons of fun on the track. And for $10,000 less, you can get the V6 1LE. It is not as powerful and slower, but still a good sports car.
6. Subaru WRX STI
The infamous Subaru WRX STI is a street racing and rally legend. For decades, this Subaru has been one of the most powerful four-cylinder cars on the market. And the latest generation of WRX STI certainly doesn't disappoint. Under the hood is a flat-four engine with 2.5-liter displacement and a turbocharger. This combo is good for 305 HP that goes to all four wheels via its six-speed manual, which is the only transmission choice.
It's a true driver`s car with a proper manual gearbox, great road holding and enough power to fly. The performance numbers are respectable with acceleration times of 5.1 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. It also has a 160-mph top speed.
Since this is a four-door car, it is also quite practical since it can seat five people. It has a decent trunk, too. The best part is, the price is not that high. So, it is a reasonable proposition for young families with performance-oriented drivers.
7. Mazda Miata
A list of manual-only cars wouldn't be complete without the legendary Miata or MX-5. Even though this is a little roadster with a diminutive four-cylinder engine, it has perfect balance. With rear-wheel drive, a rev-happy engine and precise handling, it is a joy to drive. For this reason, Mazda has sold over a million of them since 1989.
Since the power output of any Miata is relatively small, you can engage in some fun driving along the highways, as well as the backroads. You can enjoy yourself to the fullest yet stay under the speed limit and out of trouble. Ever since they introduced the first Miata, manual transmission was the only choice. You can find five or six-speed manuals in early models and the current generation only uses the more engaging six-speed.
It is no surprise that Miata is a manual-only car. Simply, there isn't a better choice for this little car than to shift gears on your own. The Miata is all about the pure driving experience, so a manual transmission is a logical choice.
8. Dodge Viper
Most car fans are deeply saddened that they discontinued the Dodge Viper, so there will not be a new generation. Dodge presented this legendary sports muscle in 1992 and it immediately became an American icon. It has a monster of a V10 engine in the front and a sleek, aggressive body style. With rear-wheel drive, it delivers power and screams the wild nature of this car.
Even so, the Viper has become a fan favorite for its uncompromised character and attitude. Over three generations, Chrysler made over 100,000, but the basic layout was the same. It had a V10 in the front, power going to the rear wheels and manual transmission in between. Until the end, this was the only transmission choice, which is something purists appreciate.
Although the Viper lacks a fancy, advanced automatic transmission with a dual-clutch system with lightning-fast shifts, it is still brutally fast. It can even beat those much more expensive European exotics. The 8.2-liter, 645 HP V10 engine was responsible for 3.8-second 0 to 60 mph acceleration times.
9. Chevrolet Corvette Z06
A legendary American sports car, the Chevrolet Corvette is currently in its seventh generation. It has one of the best chassis in the business and a powerful V8 engine loaded with technology. In fact, the Corvette C7 is capable of beating its European competitors like the Porsche 911, the Mercedes AMG GT and the Jaguar F-Type. Most drivers find the base 430 HP Corvette powerful enough. But for those who want more, there is a mighty Corvette Z06 version.
Chevy equipped it with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 with 635 HP. It has a wide body kit, an active aerodynamics package and a host of other performance modifications. The Z06 is a proper beast and the specifications of the Z06 are equally impressive. The top speeds are close to 200 mph and the 0 to 60 mph acceleration time takes about 3.3 seconds. However, the most interesting thing is the seven-speed manual transmission.
The Corvette offers an eight-speed automatic in standard versions, but for the Z06, the seven-speed manual is the best choice. This interesting setup has one more gear than regular manuals. It is also economical and precise to use. No one knows if the next generation Corvette will have a manual, so enjoy it while you can in the gorgeous, brutally fast Z06.
10. Porsche Cayman GT4
For years there has been a rumor among car enthusiasts that Porsche deliberately refused to install a 911 flat-six engine into the Boxster/Cayman. The word was that they were afraid that a smaller, less expensive car would be better than a bigger, more expensive 911. However, finally, in 2014, Porsche presented the Cayman GT4. It is an all-out factory-prepared sports car with a 385 HP engine straight from the 911. Also, it comes with chassis improvements from the 911 GT3.
The Cayman GT4 is an improved Porsche 911 compilation but in a smaller package. The GT4 is a blast to drive and could beat some versions of the 911. But Porsche was not intimidated. Simply, the 911 is still the king of the lineup, despite the fact that the Cayman GT4 is a better driver's machine.
The production of GT4 is limited to only 1,000 cars as the predicted volume for the North American market. Unsurprisingly, they have all sold in advance. So, you may want to hurry up if you want your piece of Porsche excellence. Be prepared to shift your own gears since the GT4 comes as manual only as any proper performance car should.
11. Dodge Challenger Hellcat
Everybody went crazy when Dodge announced the Hellcat Charger and Challenger models. After all, the reaction was expected since the 6.2-liter supercharged V8 with 707 HP is a monster muscle car that rules the streets. But, Dodge did just that, allowing the public to buy one of the fastest, most powerful muscle cars Detroit ever built.
Despite being overpowered, the Dodge Charger and Challenger Hellcat are surprisingly easy to drive. They can even be docile at low speeds. But when you press the throttle to unleash the fury of 707 supercharged horses, you will feel the brutality of the Hellcat package. You'll also experience the power going to the rear wheels.
The interesting thing about these two cars is the Charger Hellcat is only available in the automatic, while the Challenger Hellcat has a manual option.
12. Chevrolet SS
Although the Chevrolet SS is out of production, fortunately, dealers have enough unsold cars to sell you one right now. Also, it is available with the automatic, but it comes with manual as standard, as well. The SS is one of the best affordable performance sedans on the market today. With a 6.2-liter V8, 412 HP, precise steering and neutral handling, this car rivals Europe's finest sports sedans.
The Holden company in Australia builds the SS, but they rebadged it as a Chevrolet, fine-tuning it for U.S. customers. The performance numbers are respectable, too. For example, a 0 to 60 mph sprint is possible in just 4.7 seconds, while the top speed is over 150 mph. The Chevrolet SS is a good proposition for people who need a practical sedan but want a sports car.
The styling is elegant and unassuming, which means this car surprises many regular sports models with its performance. The Chevrolet SS is destined to be a future classic, so grab yours today. The prices may rise and the availability may go down in the future.
13. Ford Mustang GT 5.0
The Ford Mustang GT with a 5.0-liter V8 engine equipped with the six-speed manual transmission is a match made in heaven. Despite the fact this is the current model, the combination of a powerful V8 and manual transmission makes it a classic muscle car in its purest form.
Ford is also offering fast-shifting automatics for customers obsessed with every tenth of a second of acceleration times. But for proper muscle car fans, a manual transmission will always be the right combination.
14. Porsche 911 GT3 RS
The announcement of every GT3 model is a special moment in Porsche history. Porsche has just released the news of a new, improved 2018/19 GT3 RS model. Interestingly, the GT3 is practically a greatest hits compilation of all the best components of the current model.
In this new form, you can expect a 530 HP engine with the six-speed manual option. You'll also get a full roll cage, Michelin Pilot Cup 2 racing tires and a fire extinguisher since this is practically a race car for the streets.
15. Fiat 500 Abarth
Although the 500 Abarth gets only 160 HP from its tiny turbocharged 1.4-liter engine, it is a fast little car due to its small weight and compact dimensions. Also, it is extremely practical for everyday driving and easy to park, as well. They completed the package with a small price tag and running costs.
For enthusiasts on a tight budget and an irresistible need for speed, this small but wicked car could be the answer. In fact, the Abarth comes with manual transmission, which puts driving dynamics on another level.
16. Volkswagen Golf R
If you thought the Golf GTI is the most powerful Volkswagen hot hatch, think again. In reality, the Golf R is the top-of-the-line Golf with its powerful four-cylinder turbocharged engine and all-wheel drive. It delivers a brutal performance for a family hatchback.
Accelerating from 0 to 60 mph takes 4.5 seconds. Also, this car can top 155 mph, which is amazing. Also, it comes with a manual which is a big plus among driving enthusiasts.
17. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
One of the most interesting cars with a manual is the new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. Just to remind you, the Wrangler is an off-road dedicated SUV Jeep that has been sold with an automatic for many years. But now, for the most dedicated customers, Jeep is offering a manual option.
On top of that, the Rubicon trim level is an off-road-prepared version for crossing deserts and going through jungles. With a manual transmission, locking differentials and a powerful engine, the Wrangler Rubicon is a serious tool for serious drivers.
18. BMW M3/M4
The German muscle car twins, BMW M3 Sedan and M3 Coupe are one of the best driver's cars you can buy today. With their turbocharged 3.0-liter straight six engines and other performance upgrades, those two cars represent the ultimate 3-Series models.
So, it is only natural that BMW offered a manual transmission, even though it is a bit slower than the eight-speed automatic. But if you want to enjoy driving and shifting your own gears, sacrifice that 0.2-second difference in the 0 to 60 mph times.
19. Cadillac ATS-V
Cadillac presented the ATS-V in 2016 as the newest American muscle four-door car. And the ATS-V is a compact yet immensely powerful Cadillac. With this model, Cadillac attacked the Mercedes C Class and BMW 3 Series with a modern executive sedan. And best of all, it has recognizable styling and brutal power.
Under the hood is the twin-turbo 3.6-liter V6 engine with 464 HP and 445 lb-ft of torque. That is enough to launch the ATS-V from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds with top speeds of 189 mph. And even though the ATS-V doesn't have a V8, it is still a proper muscle car. This precision driver's machine is available in two doors with a manual transmission, as well.
20. Jaguar F-Type
After decades of building comfortable, luxurious Gran Turismo coupes, Jaguar returned in 2013 with the F-Type. And it was the first proper sports car in years. The car public immediately went crazy for this great car with its powerful engines. Better yet, Jaguar wrapped it in sensual lines reminiscent of the classic Jaguar E-Type from the '60s.
To satisfy car purists, Jaguar is offering a six-speed manual in most models in the F-Type range. That means you can enjoy modern technology, a great design and a powerful engine, yet still feel connected to the car by shifting the gears yourself.
Do you like to use a stick shift and have more control over your driving experience? If so, one of these 20 performance cars you can get with manual transmissions may be for you. Your choices are many, so whether you want something small and light or big and heavy, there's a car on this list to fit the bill.
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Nato e cresciuto a Napoli (dal lato materno è nipote del giornalista Renato Caserta e pronipote del sacerdote e storico Aldo Caserta), nel 2010 si laurea in Relazioni e Politiche Internazionali all'Università di Napoli "L'Orientale". L'anno precedente svolge uno stage all'Istituto Italiano di Cultura di Pretoria, svolgendo inoltre ricerche per la sua tesi sul programma nucleare dell'apartheid. Nel 2011 consegue un master in politiche spaziali alla SIOI di Roma. Poco dopo, entra alla Città della scienza di Napoli, dove si occupa di comunicazione istituzionale e divulgazione scientifica, collaborando inoltre alla progettazione e organizzazione delle edizioni 2012, 2013 e 2014 della manifestazione Futuro Remoto. Nel 2015 vince una borsa di ricerca dell'Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare sulla comunicazione della scienza per frequentare il dottorato in Fisica all'Università degli Studi di Perugia, che consegue nel 2019. L'anno precedente svolge un breve periodo di visiting all'Università Jagellonica di Cracovia, su invito di Riccardo Campa.

Nel 2013 fonda l'Italian Institute for the Future, con l'obiettivo di diffondere in Italia i futures studies e la futurologia sociale, sul modello del Club di Roma e dell'Institute for the Future americano. Nel 2014 fonda la rivista Futuri. Nel 2015 nasce, in seno all'Italian Institute for the Future, il Center for Near Space, in collaborazione con il Dipartimento di Ingegneria Industriale dell'Università di Napoli Federico II, per promuovere progetti sul futuro umano nello spazio. È organizzatore di diversi eventi del settore, tra cui il Congresso Nazionale di Futurologia, le Conversazioni di Futurologia e gli Incontri dei Futuristi Italiani. Come futurista svolge attività di consulenza per enti e aziende e relatore in eventi e convegni nazionali. È ospite di programmi televisivi e radiofonici. Nel 2018 è tra i fondatori, a Trento, dell'Associazione dei Futuristi Italiani.

Giornalismo
Dal 2011 al 2013 fa parte della redazione Scienze di Fanpage.it. Successivamente collabora con il settimanale economico Il Denaro. Come giornalista ed editorialista, si occupa di temi legati alla scienza e alla cultura e collabora con diverse testate, tra cui Il Tascabile, L'Indiscreto, Delos Science Fiction, Query. Dal 2005 scrive per la rivista Quaderni d'Altri Tempi, di cui dal 2019 è vicedirettore. Dal 2014 è direttore della rivista semestrale Futuri, di cui dal 2017 si affianca un'edizione online. Nel 2020 entra a far parte del comitato di direzione di FUTURA Network, progetto editoriale diretto da Enrico Giovannini e Luca De Biase.

Impegnato come debunker, dal 2011 al 2013 coordina l'Osservatorio Apocalittico sui temi della fine del mondo. Entra poi a far parte del CICAP, di cui nel 2019 è nominato coordinatore del Gruppo Campania.

Opere
È autore di diversi saggi su futuro, fantascienza, fisica e storia dell'età rivoluzionaria e napoleonica, tema di cui è appassionato. Recensioni ai suoi volumi sono uscite su diverse testate, tra cui La Lettura del Corriere della Sera,Il Giornale, La Repubblica, Il Foglio, Il Venerdì di Repubblica.
Futuro in progress. Guida al mondo che sta cambiando sotto i nostri occhi, Italian Institute for the Future, Napoli, 2014.
La strada per Waterloo. Declino e caduta dell'Impero napoleonico, Odoya, Bologna, 2014, ISBN 978-8862882415
Storia del Terrore. Robespierre e la fine della Rivoluzione francese, Odoya, Bologna, 2015, ISBN 978-8862882811
Guida alla Rivoluzione francese, Odoya, Bologna, 2016, ISBN 978-8862883276
Universi paralleli. Perché il nostro universo potrebbe non essere l'unico, CentoAutori, Villaricca (NA), 2017, ISBN 978-8868721190
La singolarità nuda. Fedi tecnologiche, miti scientifici, futuri postmoderni, Italian Institute for the Future, Napoli, 2017, ISBN 978-8899790103
Antropocene. L'umanità come forza geologica (a cura di, con Francesco Verso), Future Fiction, Roma, 2018, ISBN 8899790124
Il cielo sopra il porto. Introduzione alla speculative fiction, Italian Institute for the Future, Napoli, 2019, ISBN 978-8899790165
La fisica del tempo perduto, CentoAutori, Villaricca (NA), 2020, ISBN 978-8868722463
Società segrete, poteri occulti e complotti. Una storia lunga mille anni, Diarkos, Reggio Emilia, 2021, ISBN 978-8836160884
Occupare il futuro. Prevedere, anticipare e trasformare il mondo di domani, Codice Edizioni, Torino, 2022, ISBN 979-1254500019

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Interviewing Junko. Photo by Chip
Sweet and gentle Junko, the Japanese freediver at this competition, quit her job as an account manager to give herself time off to pursue her passion of freediving. This is her first competition in a year, and, wait for this: she had brain surgery 6 months ago. When I asked how her first 50-meter dive since brain surgery went, she merely shrugged her shoulders, put her hand on the side of her head, and said, "It feels like it's okay."
Junko was the first female diver I interviewed, and I was surprised, shocked really, to find out she is 42. Then I met the other women in this competition.
Carla demonstrating the only thing that kept her from a national record.
Carla Hanson, the lone U.S. diver at Vertical Blue 2011, is 55. She has her own visual design firm and has been freediving for only two years. In her younger years she hovered on the surface as a competitive swimmer and at one time held the women's butterfly world record. During this competition, Carla doggedly attempted five times to set the national record in freediving with no fins. On her closest attempt, she successfully reached her depth but was unable to rally at the surface to complete the three simple steps to prove lucidity: remove your face gear (goggles, nose clip), say, "I'm okay," and make the okay symbol with your hand. That little hand signal was all that stood between Carla and her national record.
I could go on and on. These are inspiring and colorful women. There is Lena, the 33-year-old former actress from Serbia, Linden, the professional, freediving mermaid, who serves as a judge, and DeeDee, the self-proclaimed "shemale" in gender "transition," a standup comedian and freediving underwater photographer. And then there is the ultimate freediving goddess:
Natalia Molchanova.
The indomitable, intimidating Natalia Molchanova from Russia came to Dean's Blue Hole on a mission: to seize the only women's competitive freediving world record that she doesn't already hold, a record she set last year but then lost later to a judging technicality.
In a sport of mind over, well, everything, where the brain must override utter panic and the body's belief that death is imminent, Natalia is a champion. When she dons her wetsuit and enters the water, her unshakeable focus is so intense, it's as if she has stepped into another dimension. Even though I could see her, it seemed to me she had gone so far into another place that she couldn't see back.
Natalia in her other realm. That's her lying on the surface in a pink wetsuit,
with her head resting on a yellow noodle swimming toy, preparing to enter the abyss.
On the first day of competition she went right for that world record, no messing around, making her depth of a stunning 103 meters -- that's 338(ish) feet, more than a football field down -- then the same distance back up, all on one breath.
On her way to the surface, she suffered a frightening (to me) blackout well below the surface and had to be ferried up by safety divers who then shouted at her, "breathe, breathe, breathe!"
Natalia Molchanova, center, returning to us from the abyss.
Undaunted, Natalia, the aquatic bulldog, kept at it, three days, always making her depth and then blacking out, although after the first day, the blackouts were at the surface and less frightening to us as spectators.
Today, on the seventh day of the competition, she donned her old, thicker wetsuit, dove to 100 meters successfully retrieving the tag, just as she had done on the previous three attempts. (Although this was three meters less than the first day, it was still enough to set the world record.)
We all waited at the surface for an astonishing 3 minutes and 42 seconds as Natalia fought the demons of the underworld.
"10 meters. 8 meters. 5 meters," the announcer called out as she approached the surface, all of us holding our breath, or at least I know I was.
She came blasting out of the water, and with the 15-second clock ticking, removed her face gear, gave the hand signal and said, "I'm okay." The judge flashed a white card giving Natalia every world record in women's competitive freediving -- at 48 years old.
The press box of one, gasped for air, and the crowd went wild.
Lena, the lovely and perpetually happy Serbian actress, who turned back
early on her dive one day, because "there were demons down there."
DeeDee, the spectacular.
Natalia Molchanova after her world record dive and the professional
mermaid judge flashing the white card, symbol of a successful dive.
And then everyone lined up for a photo with the champion of the deep.
p.s. -- There were some men at the competition as well. And my article about freediving was published in the New York Times Sunday edition with a photo by the fabulous DeeDee Flores.
More on Freediving and Dean's Blue Hole:
My photos of Dean's Blue Hole.
Thoughts on Freediving.
The Men of Freediving.
Freediving Board on Pinterest.
My column about Freediving in Classic Yacht.
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Hello Tammy, This is Greg the hot spring addicted writer/freediver you met in Larkspur at the travel writing conference. I just read your article about freediving in the New York Times, and I loved it! My favorite line is "... world-class freedivers are descending to the edge of credibility."Do not forget my invitation to you and your husband to visit my wife and I in Japan. If you have not checked out my blog, please do so. http://hotspringaddict.blogspot.jp/ When you have more articles published, please let me know. Take care
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Q: How to optimize string-to-DOM conversion? I'm faced with a slight inconvenient 'lag' when I attempt to populate a div created in JavaScript:
var el = document.createElement("div");
el.innerHTML = '<insert string-HTML code here>'

However, this is natural due to extent of the HTML code; sometimes it's more than 300,000 characters long and it is derived from GM_xmlHttpRequest which sometimes takes 1000ms (give or take) to complete, plus the additional 500ms caused by the DOM-ification.
I have attempted to get rid of massive amount of text using substr (granted not the best idea that could've occurred to me), and it surprisingly worked for the most part, but at certain times element would fail to accept HTML code (probably unmatched <*.?>).
I only need to access an extremely small amount of text that's stored inside; regexp is per bobince out of the question and figured this would be the best approach.
EDIT: I'm inclined to mention that my definition of parsing the DOM has been underrated, I meant to say that this 'text' was the textContent of a quite a few elements which I modify. Therefore, regexp isn't an option.

A: While other ansers focus on guessing whether your desire (parsing DOM without string manipulation) makes sense, I will dedicate this answer to the comparison of reasonable DOM parsing methods.
For a fair comparison, I assume that we need the  element (as root container) for the parsed DOM. I have created a benchmark at http://jsperf.com/domparser-vs-innerhtml-vs-createhtmldocument.
var testString = '' + Array(100001).join('
x
') + '';

function test_innerHTML() {
    var b = document.createElement('body');
    b.innerHTML = testString;
    return b;
}
function test_createHTMLDocument() {
    var d = document.implementation.createHTMLDocument('');
    d.body.innerHTML = testString;
    return d.body;
}
function test_DOMParser() {
    return (new DOMParser).parseFromString(testString, 'text/html').body;
}

The first method is your current one. It is wel-supported accross all browsers.
Even though the second method has the overhead of creating a full document, it has a big benefit over the first one: resources (images) are not loaded. The overhead of the document is marginal compared to the potential network traffic of the first one.
The last method is -as of writing- only supported in Firefox 12+ (no problem, since you're writing a GreaseMonkey script), and is the specific tool for this job (with the same advantages of the previous method). As it name implies, it is a DOM parser.
The bench mark shows that the original method is the fastest 4.64 Ops/s, followed by the DOMParser method 4.22 Ops/s. The slowest method is the createHTMLDocument method 3.72 Ops/s. The differences are minimal though, so I definitely recommend the DOMParser for the reasons stated earlier.

I know that you're using GM_xmlhttprequest to fetch data. However, if you're able to use XMLHttpRequest instead, I suggest to give the following method a try: Instead of getting plain text as response, you can get a document as a response:
var xhr = new XMLHttpRequest();
xhr.open('GET', 'http://www.example.com/');
xhr.responseType = 'document';
xhr.onload = function() {
    var bodyElement = xhr.response.body; // xhr.response is a document object
};
xhr.send();

If Greasemonkey script is long active on a single page, you can still use this feature for other domains which do not support CORS: Insert an iframe in the document whose domain is equal to the other domain (eg http://example.com/favicon.ico), and use it as a proxy (activate the GM script for this page as well). The overhead of insering an iframe is significant, so this option is not viable for one-time requests.
For same-origin requests, this option may be the best one (although not benchmarked, one can argue that returning a document directly instead of intermediate string manipulation offers performance benefits). Unlike the DOMParser+text/html method, the responseType="document" is supported by more browsers: Chrome 18+, Firefox 11+ and IE 10+.

A: We'd need to know a bit more about your application, but when you're working with that much HTML content, you might just want to use an iframe. It's asynchronous, it won't stall JS code, and it won't introduce a plethora of potential debugging problems.
It can be dangerous to populate an element with raw HTML from an xmlhttprequest, mainly due to potential XSS vulnerabilities and next-to-impossible-to-fix HTML glitches. If at all possible, consider using a template (I believe JQuery offers some sort of templating solution) and loading a small amount of XML/JSON/etc. Only do that if using an iframe is out of the question though.

A: I you have a giant amount of HTML and it's taking a long time to put in the DOM and you only want a small piece of it, the ways to make that faster are:

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*Get your server to serve up only the parts of the HTML you actually want.  This would save on both the networking transfer time and the DOM parsing time.

*If you can't modify the server, then you need to manually parse some of the HTML to eliminate the parts you don't want so not as much will put in the DOM.  A regex is one of the slower ways to search a giant string so it's better to use something like .indexOf() if possible to identify the general area you are targeting.  If there is a unique id or class and you know the general form of the HTML, you can use a faster algorithm like that to identify the target area.  But, without you disclosing the actual HTML to be parsed, we can't offer more specifics than that.

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Stories from a 1000 races.
Speed With Endurance Process a.k.a. the S.W.E.P. program.
Day 1. So a runner I know and sometimes run with had been telling me of the teachings and coaching method of Bill Squires for sometime now. I would always listen semi-interested, but I always knew that I had a training plan that has been effective over the years. If only I didn't get injured or temporaryily lose motivation.
Well I've forgotten ever talking about Bill Squires with this runner. But I have spent the better part of a year, maybe two, watching this runner get fitter and faster.
So after a recent half-marathon where I was disappointed with my result, I decided something needed to change, I need something that works! So a quick email to my runner friend, and a little bit of research on thee ol' interwebs brought me to S.W.E.P.
At first I thought this was going to be a solo effort. I bought the book, I was dreaming of the miles ahead, and how it would prepare me for the waterfront marathon in October. Luckily enough I casually mentioned it to Norton, and together we decided to embark on what looks to be demanding training.
Norton also bought the book, and we have begun to study it. The first thing we both noticed in the opening chapters is something I had always suspected. It calls us out. Bill Squires says I make a great recreational runner, and may have good times on talent alone, but running fewer then 42 miles a week, makes me a recreational runner, which has its benefits, but does not prepare me to be a competitive runner. Damn... I guess I have some work to do.
Besides mileage, it seems another tennant of the training system is to make all longer runs faster, at least at some point. I like that the book is filled with a variety of plans and at 21 different abilities. Norton and I stepped into it tentatively at level 11. The first workout was an easy 8miles at 2min/mile slower then 5k race pace. This is part of the alpha phase, similar to a base building phase, and we expect to be in this phase for 6-12 weeks.
Day 1 was not so bad, but results come from consistency, so tomorrow will always be a measure of your success. So to all of you working towards a goal, may you always have a better tomorrow.
The shirt describes my past ways... This is what I'm trying to change.
Athlete and Coach of the Boardwalk RC. Avid runner, in pursuit of a life goal of a 1000 races. And life long beach resident, who makes the boardwalk his second home.


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Amazing story. I'm am truly heartbroken that this woman with so much ability could not just be honest with everyone. What she did for the survivors was wonderful, until her deceit came out. The only negative on the book is that there were no photos. Those could have gone a long way with the story.
Is all I can think of when I finished this book. For someone to go to such great lengths to fabricate a story but at the same time she help the survivors get the recognition they deserved. I missed the documentary when it aired but after reading the book I definitely need to put a face to this "name."
This is a story that needed to be told. So sad that this foreigner forged her way into our story. She is the Casey Anthony of 9/11. Thank you for the exposure!!
The title gives away the ending, but that's the point. You just can't believe what you're reading all while knowing that nothing Tania said was real. I read this in one day. Great book!
Absolutely Terrific - a riveting read!
Once I started reading this book, I couldn't put it down. The emotions jump off the page leaving one with not only the raw, bruised anxiety caused by 9-11 but also the struggle to come up for air and simply survive. For Ms. Head to do what she did is simply unforgivable and in a sad, pathetic way, you wish you just knew WHY. I have said fierce prayers for every person who crossed paths with Ms. Head...their betrayal by her is extremely difficult to comprehend but these writers description of events, conversations and more are outstanding. I'm looking forward to watching the movie on The ID network to further understand.


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The Rise of the Doughnut
With the increasing global focus on healthy eating, something curious is happening: the doughnut as a food trend is exploding. But how can this unashamedly sugary, carb-filled treat be so popular in 2016? We chatted to Pavlo Pilakoutas, operations manager, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts South Africa, which recently opened its first store in Rosebank.
YN: How are South Africans responding to Krispy Kreme's arrival in the country?
Pavlo: The demand has surpassed our expectations so far, but we know we're still a novelty. The reality is that doughnuts have always been here – at places like Fruit & Veg City, Pick n Pay, Woolworths and Spar. The confectionary market is really big in South Africa, and supermarkets have such a big range of them. In comparison, we provide one thing, so we have to make sure we provide a product that's really excellent.
YN: Given the current healthy-eating trend, why are doughnuts so popular?
Pavlo: Everybody's a foodie these days and people are more conscious of sugar than ever. So it's not that people don't care what they eat, it's that they'll eat our doughnuts either on their "cheat day" or for a special occasion. This could be a birthday in the office, if they're visiting someone for tea, or instead of bringing dessert if they're going to a braai. Having said that, we've already had lots of requests for Banting and gluten-free doughnuts.
YN: And do you offer them?
Pavlo: No. If you're going to cheat on your diet, cheat properly.
YN: Are your doughnuts tailored towards a specifically South African market?
Pavlo: We follow a recipe developed by Krispy Kreme in the US and we stick to it religiously – as do all other Krispy Kreme franchises around the world. If we do want to try something different that suits our market, then we first have to provide evidence of this demand before our head office will consider it.
YN: Coffee seems to be another focus of yours. Given the growing coffee culture in South Africa, how do you think you'll compete?
Pavlo: Doughnuts is where Krispy Kreme started, but coffee is what will drive us forward and give us sustainability. Overseas it's become a big thing where people will buy a coffee and a doughnut on their way to work. We've done an amazing trade so far on our locally roasted espresso-based coffees, which have outsold way beyond what we expected.
YN: What's in store for Krispy Kreme?
Pavlo: In the next five years we plan to roll out 35 stores, and we've got an estimated projection for nine stores in Gauteng this year alone.
Taste it for yourself:
Words: Catherine Black
Images: Supplied


This article was originally posted in the summer of 2015, three years ago. Yet this information could not be more spot on today. If you are interested in Nutritional and Health Excellence, consider implementing these 12 steps until they become regular habits.
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However, in doing this they generate an isomer called a trans fat- which although comes in handy for making tasty cakes that can last for weeks, also has harmful properties when consumed. Tans fats cannot be broken down by the body and have been shown in a range of studies to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and risk factors such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure. So CHECK the labels! If you see hydrogenated oils or trans fats do not buy the product! Cut out these harmful fats if you want to become healthier.
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Every heard the saying "stretching doesn't do anything" – well it's wrong. If your exercising in order to ensure maximum muscle health you should be stretching your muscles daily and after every workout. Take up yoga! That way you'll increase your flexibility and it might also help you to relax and achieve a healthier state of mind.
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Fiber has been shown to improve heart health, aid digestion, lead to weight loss and decrease blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol levels. The benefits of fiber are all there- so to become healthier you just have to eat it!
Stay Motivated and Keep a Healthy Mind.
The last tip to becoming healthier is all about your attitude. Don't dwell on yesterday's or today's mistakes- stay motivated because tomorrow is a new day and the opportunities are endless! Strive towards your individual goals and keep a healthy attitude to why you are making changes.


Now a day's construction industry is the second largest industry in world. But this industry faces many risks related to time and cost with the help of BIM we can minimize this risk. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a technical tool that allows a project to build virtually before being built physically. By generating a 5D modelling we can manage any project related to time and cost. The BIM extends methodology into three dimensional (3D) drawings in the three primary dimensional width, height and depth. With the above, time as the fourth dimension (4D) and cost as the fifth dimension (5D). For 5D modelling we have to use some software's such as AUTOCAD, REVIT ARCHITECTURE, MICROSOFT PROJECT, NEVIS TIMELINER. Firstly create 2D plan of any project then import into Revit architecture software. In Revit arch. Software obtain 3D model of the project. Then we have to use MSP software, all information should fill in MSP software. This MSP links into Navis Timeliner software with 3D model from revit Architecture. 5D BIM makes a perfect visualization tool to monitor the project progress. It is very easy and appropriate tool to be used for construction cost and resource management. All the steps of construction could be modified and managed at any point of time by simply clicking on the element and activity. Using this technology, time, cost and labour management becomes smooth and feasible.


Most negative comments are about what you wrote, and not you. So don't take it too personally, they just don't agree with what you wrote.
Think about what you write before responding back. Sure you might be tempted to write a quick rebuttal but it is important to understand the other person's opinion as well.
Finding a common ground (even if its small) to agree on can break the ice in many occasions.
Do you have any more tips on dealing with social media conflict?
Be Positive: whether you are a guest in someone else's blog or hosting your own community, don't start off the conversation by spitting on the other person's shoes. They can't see your body language or hear your tone, so be twice as nice as you are in real life.
Be Respectful: recognize that others have opinions as well, and they can be as valid as your own. Acknowledging that openly makes it much more likely that they will respect what you have to say in turn.
Be Consistent: Communicate with your team when you take action and make sure everyone is on the same page.
It helps to remember each time that we are talking to real people - would you say the same thing to their face in a public setting? If not, you should think again before posting.
Thanks for the added insights Scott!


Due to the get the job done pressures and recession,our lifestyles became very demanding and we hardly get any no cost time from it. For this reason it is actually constantly a great idea to opt for a weekend trip when we get time. But there are barely any superior weekend places near large metropolitan areas like Mumbai. On the list of most deserving and common weekend spot close to Mumbai is Lonavala. lonavala is found aproximately 100km from mumbai and may be very easily obtainable by road. Additionally, it has a railway station. Lonavala is really a little town/hill station found in between the mountains. Due to it really is site it's got good weather conditions and it's sourounded by forests throughout. Every one of these variables ensure it is a very beautiful desired destination for your personal weekend vacation. Also because it is just a few hours away from Mumbai by highway, you might find lots of vacationers in lonavala all 12 months around. for that reason this is a great vacation spot if you're preparing a weekend journey.


Black Panther: Ryan Coogler's entry to the ever-expanding, almost ubiquitous franchise (or cinematic universe) is a decent origin story to a decent character. It's a damned-if-you-do, damned-if-you-do-not scenario as far as the connections with the universe-at-large are concerned, so this entry's isolationism is what raises eyebrows and questions. There's no denying the social relevance of a black super-hero, but the title character himself is not particularly well-developed or interesting. In that regard, he is upstaged by a few supporting female characters. The main villain has some of the usual bad-guy tropes, but also allows a cartoonish version of the debate between violent and non-violent black power. Chadwick Boseman and Michael B. Jordan are both interesting, and so are Lupita Nyong'o and Letitia Wright in their smaller roles. The action sequences and the film in general have the usual nondescript polish of the franchise.


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Notes on a Scandal
Lowest Recommended Age: High School
MPAA Rating: Rated R for language and some aberrant sexual content.
Alcohol/ Drugs: Drinking, smoking, drug references
Violence/ Scariness: Emotional confrontations, some violence
Date Released to DVD: 2007
Amazon.com ASIN: B000NIVJFY
Long-time teacher Barbara Covett (Judi Dench) doesn't even pretend to care anymore. The other teachers come back from summer break with thoughtful reports — or apparently thoughtful reports — on their departments and their plans, but she turns in three sentences, concluding that the history department's results are "below the national average but above the level of catastrophe. Recommendation: no change necessary."
She feels that the world is deteriorating around her. They used to confiscate cigarettes and dirty magazines from the students. "Now it's knives and crack cocaine," she says crisply. "And we call it progress." At school, she no longer tries to teach or worries about holding the line. She just wants to get through it — and then to go home to feel superior about the students and other faculty members when she writes about it in her diary, a pen dipped in acid and special entries embellished with gold stars.
But her name isn't Covett for nothing. As soon as she sees "artfully disheveled," sweet-natured, but weak-willed new art teacher Sheba Hart, Barbara wants something very badly indeed. But what?
Her first reaction is contempt, with just a touch of curiosity. She almost despises Sheba for being ineffectual, but is glad for the chance to rescue her by stopping a fight between two students, showing off her ability to command obedience if not respect. When Sheba invites her for lunch, she is girlishly delighted, having her hair done and dressing up. She allows herself to feel special, noticed, wanted.
But she gets to Sheba's house and it is not special after all. Sheba is married to a benign but shambling older man and is the mother of a surly teenage daughter and a son with Down syndrome. Sheba, a little tipsy and careless by nature, confides in Barbara, who feels special at last. Her secrets are like treasure locked in Barbara's safe deposit box.
But then Barbara finds out that Sheba has a secret she has not shared. Sheba is having an affair with a 15-year-old student. Barbara finds this both intoxicating and infuriating. She had briefly thought of Sheba as a kindred spirit — or thought she thought of her that way. But now she has something even better — a reason to feel superior, all the pleasure of feeling contempt for someone who is young, beautiful, loved, and has a house in the Dordogne, and, best of all, the power of a secret. She can look around the school and enjoy knowing something no one else knows, and she can enjoy looking at Sheba and knowing she is in her power.
An incisive script by Patrick Marber (Closer), based on the novel by Zoe Heller and brilliantly ruthless performances by Dench, Blanchett, and Bill Nighy as Sheba's husband make this an intense psychological drama with the urgency of last night's news.
Parents should know that this movie has very strong language and explicit sexual references and situations, including adultery and an adult teacher having sex with an underage teenager student. A predatory homosexual interest is a factor in the plot. Characters drink and smoke. There are disturbing emotional confrontations, a sad death of a pet, and there is some brief violence. A strength of the movie is the portrayal of a loving and supportive family of a Down syndrome child.
Families who see this movie should talk about what was important to Barbara and Sheba and about how they thought about (or did not think about) the decisions they made. What is the significance of the characters' names? Of the final scene? Of Sheba's being a potter and Barbara's being a history teacher? Who was the predator in Sheba's relationship with Steven?
Families who appreciate this movie will also appreciate The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, The History Boys, and All About Eve.
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MPAA Rating: Rated R for aberrant behavior involving nudity, violence, sexuality, and disturbing images.
Profanity: Strong language
Alcohol/ Drugs: Drinking
Violence/ Scariness: Serial killer, brutal murders
Diversity Issues: Class issues
Amazon.com ASIN: B000QUCNOK
It's an engaging idea — to make a movie about the one sense least able to be evoked by film, the sense of smell. The great triumph of the cinema is the way it unites sound, words, and images to tell a story. Movies evoke our sense of touch. Lips brush a bare shoulder on screen or a CGI creature's feathers are rendered with an exactness that is palpably tactile. And anyone who doesn't think that film can convey an enticing taste has not seen many television commercials. But fragrance is the hardest sense to describe. Its subtlety seems to linger just outside the reach of words or images.
And I am sorry to say it also lies outside the reach of this film, which tries to be rapturous and evocative and heady but ends up just plain silly before it topples over into the mire of preposterous hooey. But there's a lot to look at on the way there.
A baby is born in the middle of a fish market to a mother so used to stillborns that she kicks him under the table without noticing that he has inconveniently been born alive. She does not know that she has just given birth to a child who has the nasal equivalent of perfect pitch. He is better able to understand, appreciate, and sort all the smells of the world than anyone who has ever been born.
His name is Jean-Baptiste Grenouille (Ben Whishaw). He grows up terribly abused and deprived, apprenticed to a cruel tanner, but all he longs for is the perfect scent. He is feral in his focus. One day, he sees a young woman who smells like his idea of heaven. He follows her, he grabs her — and then, trying to capture her scent, he accidentally kills her. And then we lurch from a sort of Dickensian struggle to a sort of 18th century Silence of the Lambs, as he murders young women to collect their essential fragrances into the ultimate perfume.
Director Tom Tykwer has a great eye, especially when it comes to red-heads, and the movie is filled with imaginative and striking images. Dustin Hoffman as a gifted but out of fashion perfumer with a great nose and Alan Rickman as the father of one of the young women Grenouille fixates on do their best to provide some heft to the story. But the dry narration by John Hurt and the essentially un-adaptable nature of the material disconnect us from the story and its characters so that by the end its developments lose any power.
Parents should know that this movie centers on a serial killer who murders young women, one a prostitute, and it includes nudity and sexual references and situations. There are disturbing themes and images. Characters drink and use some of the strong language of the era depicted.
Families who see this movie should talk about the impact that scent has on memory and longing. They may want to read the book, which was an international best-seller.
Families who enjoy this movie will enjoy the director's other films, including Run Lola Run, and Silence of the Lambs and The Great Train Robbery.
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MPAA Rating: Rated R for strong violence, language, some drug use and brief nudity.
Alcohol/ Drugs: Drinking, smoking, drug use
Violence/ Scariness: Intense and graphic peril and violence, many characters killed
Diversity Issues: Diverse characters
Amazon.com ASIN: B000N6TX1I
"A baby is God's opinion life should go on," Carl Sandburg said. So, in a world where babies have stopped being born and the death of the youngest person on earth is an international tragedy, there seems to be no point in just about anything. It appears that all of humanity is only decades from extinction. With no future, any sense of order and structure is gone. Any sense of hope or purpose has disappeared. All that exists is increasingly more violent and frantic chaos and increasingly more violent and frantic efforts to contain it.
The world is engulfed with anarchy, and only England is left to uphold what passes for civilization, a nihilist bureaucracy supported by a brutal armed force. Its one object is to hold on to what little is left by keeping out the avalanche of people fleeing the chaos of their own countries. The huddled masses yearning to breathe free are shipped off to prison camps and deported. Or just shot, because, why not? Justice, kindness, honor, and loyalty no longer mean anything. The only values left are expediency and any possible shred of a sense of control.
Theo (Clive Owen) is personally and professionally burned out. The one connection he has to peace, affection, and laughter is to his old friend Jasper (Michael Caine), a cynical, pot-smoking aging hippie. He lives away from the rest of the world and cares tenderly for his wife, who is completely unresponsive as a result of severe physical or emotional trauma.
Theo is captured by rebel forces led by his ex-wife (Julianne Moore), who wants him to obtain papers from his influential relative to permit the transport of a young woman who is pregnant. Protecting her from the authorities and the ravenous curiosity of the world gives Theo something to care about.
This is a heart-thumping thriller with two of the most exciting chase scenes since The Matrix Reloaded. But it is also a thoughtful, provocative, and complex film, each shot packed with details, each scene packed with ideas. Theo's highly placed cousin collects the world's great masterpieces, protecting them — for what? Theo's escort of the young pregnant woman recalls the nativity, as he tries to find a safe place for her to give birth to the baby who will carry all of the hope of the world, protecting her from brutal soldiers. Though it takes place in 2027, the setting does not look too far from our own surroundings — this is not one of those futuristic stories where people wear silvery mylar, have flying cars, or zap themselves from one place to another. But there are understated references to other places and events that demonstrate the richness of the film's underlying conceptual base. The performances, especially Owen and Caine are so deeply grounded and heartfelt that they draw us deeply into the story. Instead of just another chases and explosions movie, this is a film that is adrenaline for the mind and spirit.
Parents should know that this movie is disturbing and extremely violent with graphic images and many characters injured and killed. There is non-sexual nudity, extremely strong language, drinking, smoking, and drug use.
Families who see this movie should discuss why the absence of children led to such violence and anarchy. What will happen next? They may want to read the book , by P.D. James or learn more about the possible causes of declining fertility rates worldwide.
Families who enjoy this film will also appreciate other dystopic visions of the future, including 28 Days Later, Gattaca, Blade Runner, Solyent Green, and a made-for-television movie called The Last Child.
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Lowest Recommended Age: Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
MPAA Rating: Rated PG for mild action, language and brief rude humor.
Profanity: Brief crude language
Violence/ Scariness: Comic peril and violence
Diversity Issues: Diverse characters learn to get along
Amazon.com ASIN: B000NOKJC2
Larry (Ben Stiller) needs a job fast. He has always dreamed of making it big, but none of his schemes have worked and as his ex-wife points out, their son Nick needs some stability. After an employment counselor (Stiller's real-life mother, Anne Meara) has only one suggestion for him, he takes it — night security guard at a natural history museum. Attendance is down and they've had to cut the budget. The three senior night-time guards are being let go. They toss him a tattered set of instructions and warn him not to "let anything in — or out."
Larry plays around with the museum's public address system and falls asleep. The next thing he knows, he's being chased by a tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, being asked for gum by an enormous Easter Island head statue (voice of "Everyone Loves Raymond's" Brad Garrett), and being shot at by tiny natives with tiny poison darts. The Union and Confederate soldiers are shooting at each other and the cowboys are fighting with the Roman centurions. President Theodore Roosevelt and Attila the Hun are charging through the halls. Then there is a mastodon and some mischievous monkeys and some lions…
Larry has to find a way to keep peace, earn his son's trust and respect, and finally stick with something all the way.
It's a better than average CGI-fest, more often silly than funny. But it makes some good points about courage, self-respect, and the importance of learning about history. And Stiller and co-stars Robin Williams (as Roosevelt), Mizuo Peck (as Lewis and Clark guide Sacajawea), Ricky Gervias as the museum director, Paul Rudd as Nick's soon-to-be stepfather, and especially Steve Coogan as a Roman soldier hold their own against the special effects and a terrific trio of veterans, Dick van Dyke, Mickey Rooney, and Bill Cobb, as the outgoing guards show the young folks they still have a couple of things to learn. Be sure to stay through the credits to see them dance.
Parents should know that the movie has a good deal of comic peril, mayhem, and violence. Though much of it is cartoony and intended to be funny, a character is chased by a dinosaur, shot at, and punched. Characters use brief crude language and there is some potty humor. A strength of the movie is its portrayal of diverse characters learning to empathize with and support each other.
Families who see this movie should talk about why it was so important for Larry to feel that Nick was proud of him. They may also want to talk about some of the tensions and conflicts that can arise in families and what it means to have a "fallback position." And they should go to some museums. Even if the exhibits do not actually come alive, they are a lot of fun and have wonderful activities for families. They should also learn about Sacajawea, Theodore Roosevelt, Easter Island, and Attila the Hun.
Families who enjoy this film will also enjoy the books and movie versions of Jumanji, The Indian in the Cupboard, From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, and Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure (more mature material).
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MPAA Rating: Rated PG-13 for language, some sexuality and drug content.
Alcohol/ Drugs: Drug references, off-screen overdose, smoking, drinking
Violence/ Scariness: Sad death, emotional confrontations
Diversity Issues: A theme of the movie
Amazon.com ASIN: B000O1799U
If my movie reviews had headlines, this one's would be: "A Star is Born." More like a Supernova. Jennifer Hudson explodes onto screen in this incendiary production of the Broadway musical inspired by Motown and the Supremes. She is mesmerizing. She is dazzling. She is fierce. She shimmers. She melts. She breaks your heart and then she puts it back together so she can melt it. Her voice is sensational, but the real surprise is her acting, which is at the same time commanding and vulnerable. She is a star.
The other star of the movie is screenwriter/director Bill Condon, who blasts through the weaknesses in the underlying material (uneven quality of music that is second-rate Broadway and thus tenth-rate R&B, under-written characters, creaky plot) with unhesitating nerve and electric energy. His direction is a kind of choreography all its own, dynamic and organic. In other words, it has a good beat and you can dance to it.
"Dreamgirls" is the story of three young women who have sung together since they were children. Effie (Hudson) sings lead. She has a strong voice, strong opinions and a very strong personality. Effie, Deena (Beyonce Knowles), and Lorrell (Anika Noni Rose) dream of making it as professionals.
They are asked to sing back-up for James "Thunder" Early (Eddie Murphy, in a career-restoring performance). At first reluctant, because they want to be a group on their own, they agree — chaperone included — and we launch into a road montage as they learn about show business, from cramped tour buses to predatory men. Lorrell succumbs to the married Early. Ambitious manager Curtis Taylor Jr. (Jamie Foxx) becomes romantically involved with Effie, but then, when there's a chance for mainstream success, he replaces her as lead singer and love interest with slender, conventionally pretty, pliant Deena and renames them the Dreams. Soon, Effie is out of the group all together, though on her way out she gets to sing one of the greatest show-stopping songs in the history of Broadway: "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going," a gospel-infused powerhouse wail of the heartbreak and rage of rejection.
Taylor builds a recording empire and we get another montage of success and superstardom with a dazzling run of costumes and hairstyles and some soapy sturm und drang until we get to the "had I but known" and "I have to do what is right for me" moments and the big finish.
Along the way, the movie takes on some ambitious themes, from the mainstreaming of R&B into pop to the compromises people make in the name of ambition and the consequences for friends and families. And it is impossible to forget the resonance with the real-life back-stories of its cast — Hudson's comeback from her loss on "American Idol," the rumors about Knowles' own Diana Ross-style diva behavior in the replacement of singers in Destiny's Child and its subsequent break-up, Murphy's tabloid appearances and professional slide from Beverly Hills Cop and 48 Hours to Daddy Day Care and Nutty Professor II: The Klumps.
This substance anchors the glossy material, helping it transcend the "Is that supposed to be Barry Gordy? Is that supposed to be James Brown?" questions and making it archetypal instead of derivative, a movie instead of a music video, powerful as well as entertaining.
Parents should know that this film has some mature themes, including racism, behavior that would be deemed sexual harassment, and drug abuse, including an offscreen drug overdose. Characters use some strong language, drink, and smoke. A character has an out-of-wedlock child. A strength of the movie is its frank portrayal of the racism of the era and the way white performers (or less provocative black performers) appropriated the music of minorities who could not get a chance in mainstream outlets.
Families who see this movie should talk about which of the characters made compromises and what the results were. They should also talk about the early days of pop music, when white artists like Pat Boone had hits covering songs from "race records." Is there still a racial divide in the music business today? How can you tell? Who changed for the better in this story and who changed for the worse? Why?
Families who enjoy this movie will also enjoy Lady Sings the Blues (very mature material), with the Supremes' Diana Ross as Billie Holliday, Ray, with Jamie Foxx in his Oscar-winning performance as Ray Charles, and other movies about the early days of the rock and R&B music industry Sparkle, American Hot Wax, and Grace of My Heart. They will also enjoy the spectacular documentaries Standing in the Shadows of Motown, Only the Strong Survive, and Lightning in a Bottle.
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Crimes Against Hinduism | By hinduismnow
Sabha accuses HR & CE officials of distorting temple land issue – The Hindu
Even as the High Court recently directed Revenue Divisional Officer (Tirupur) to settle the dispute pertaining to 1.7 acre land belonging to Avinashilingeswarar temple at Avinashi, the Kadambadi Aiynooruvagai Kongu Chettiar Dharmaparipalana Sabha accuses temple authorities of distorting the issue.
The difference of opinion between the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment Department officials and the sabha members over the title rights of the land situated a few metres away from the main temple, which was actually a nandavanam (garden), had been causing tense moments in the recent months.
Writ petition
This forced Boopathi Raja, an Avinashi resident and devotee, to move a writ petition in Madras High Court seeking issuance of necessary directives to end the dispute so that law and order problems never rise again.
Soon after the Revenue Divisional Officer (Tirupur) convened a meeting of the two factions recently, the sabha members pointed out that the title deed and patta of the land was with them and sought action against temple officials for portraying a wrong picture.
"The title deed of the land, donated by Karuppanna Chettiar in 1901 to grow flowers that should be given to the temple, has always remained with the ancestors of our sabha members. Patta has also been in the name of the sabha but the HR and CE Department through some backdoor measures included its name, too, in the document about quarter of a century back", alleged D. Thirunavukkarasu, general secretary of the sabha.
Mr. Thirunavukkarasu also stated that the revenue from the two marriage halls that came up in the land was used for conducting temple related rituals and paying the salaries of the staff.
Executive Officer of the temple P. Alagesan, as well as some of the previous HR and CE officials who had served in the temple, were categorical that the patta was in the name of the temple right from beginning and it was the sabha which forged documents to convert the patta to its name.
"The error was corrected in 1992 and since then the temple holds the right", said temple officials.
'Patta was in the name of the temple from beginning and it was the sabha which forged documents'
Tensions rise after idols found vandalised in Muzaffarnagar temple | Hindustan times
Andhra Pradesh: Rs 10-cr tumbles out of temple executive officer's closet | The New Indian Express


Everyone is welcome to have their baby or child baptised in their parish church. Baptism (often called a christening) marks the beginning of a journey with God, a journey that continues for the rest of our lives.
This first step is a response to God's love, when parents and godparents promise to help bring up the child in the Christian faith.
It is also a celebration, a time to come together with family and friends to remember your child is loved by God, is part of a wider community, and is welcomed into the family of the church.
To find out more about having your child baptised at St Saviour's Church, please download our baptism and thanksgiving service booklet. You can also find information and answers to many frequently asked questions on the Church of England Christenings website.
To make enquiries or to arrange a baptism service at St Saviour's Church, please contact us at the church office.
You might want to celebrate the gift of your child in a different way, without the commitment that baptism involves. In this case, you may prefer to have a thanksgiving service instead.
During a thanksgiving service, parents and families give thanks for the life of a child and everyone prays for the child and his or her family. There are no promises to make about the Christian faith.
Your child will be blessed and prayed for, and supporting friends will promise to support the parents in bringing up their baby or child.
To consider the options and find out more about having a thanksgiving service at St Saviour's Church, please download our baptism and thanksgiving service booklet. You can also find information about thanksgiving services on the Church of England Christenings website.
To make enquiries or to arrange a thanksgiving service at St Saviour's Church, please contact us at the church office.
Adults and young people are also welcome to be baptised at St Saviour's. Baptism is a very special moment in our journey of faith, at whatever age or stage of life. It is an outer sign of a person's inward commitment, a symbolic declaration in front of family, friends and church, that you are ready to follow Jesus. The baptism service is similar to the service for a child's baptism except that, because you are making the decision and promises for yourself, there is no role for godparents.
You may be at the start of your faith journey, or you may have been coming to church for a while and want to make a more definite commitment to your Christian faith, or you may be preparing for confirmation and need to be baptised first. Whatever your reasons, if you are thinking of getting baptised, we would love to hear from you. We can go through things with you to make arrangements and help you to prepare for this exciting step.
You can find out information about being baptised on the Church of England's website.
To make enquiries or to arrange your baptism at St Saviour's Church, please contact us at the church office.