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(3.5 rating by MOTOROIDS)
Rs. 4.21 Lakh - Rs. 5.4 Lakh
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Variants, key specs & Mileage
petrol 998cc Manual 67PS @ 6000RPM 90NM @ 3500RPM 23kmpl
petrol 998cc auto 67PS @ 6000RPM 90NM @ 3500RPM 23kmpl
cng 998cc Manual 58PS @ 6000RPM 78NM @ 3500RPM 31kmpl
After the Alto, the Celelrio is another entry-level hatchback in Maruti Suzuki's lineup, priced between Rs 4,21,386 and 5,40,156 (ex-showroom, Delhi). In terms of design, the car looks urban and is powered by a petrol engine which comes mated to a 5-speed manual and automatic gearbox choices.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Exterior Design and Features
In terms of design, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio looks conventionally smart with it's rounded off edges. It gets a good looking front grille and bumper which are accentuated with wide, upswept headlamps. The Maruti Suzuki Celerio sits on 14-inch alloy wheels and it also gets electrically adjustable ORVM with integrated side indicators on both sides, along with body coloured door handles. Completing the picture is a wide tailgate with a low loading lip, good looking taillights, rear wiper, a sporty looking spoiler with an integrated stoplight and Celerio badging at the rear.
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is a handsome looking car where its design finds a middle ground between modern and conventional. The car stands 165 mm above the ground which helps it to tackle Indian road conditions with ease. The Celerio's proportions present a strong case for the car as an efficient and reliable urban commuter.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Interior and Cabin Features
On the inside, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio gets dual-tone interior with a modern design for the seat fabric. The centre console of the Celerio comes fitted with a stereo system which comes with CD, USB, AUX and Bluetooth compatibility. The music system can also be controlled via buttons on the steering wheel.
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio gets a good amount of storage spaces and practical amounts of legroom and headroom to easily accommodate 4- average sized passengers at a time. The car also gets a USB charging socket, keyless entry, electric power windows, central locking and security alarm. The Maruti Suzuki Celerio also offers 235-litres of boot space. A manual seat adjuster is also offered with the all-new Celerio by which a driver can adjust the seat height according to his/her requirement. The instrument cluster gets a speedometer in the centre and is flanked by a tachometer on the left and a small digital display on the right, which provides information about fuel, distance covered and the selected gear.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Safety
In terms of safety, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio comes with features like ABS, driver-side airbag as standard and, dual airbags on higher variants. Other features which enhance the safety quotient include central locking, power windows, rear wiper and wash, a security alarm, keyless entry, a headlight levelling system, immobilizer and pedestrian protection. All combined together, these features make the Maruti Suzuki Celerio one the safest entry-level hatchback in Maruti Suzuki's lineup.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Engine & Performance
Mechanically, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio is powered by a 1.0-litre petrol mill, which produces 67 ps at 6000 rpm and 90 Nm at 3500 rpm. It comes paired with a 5-speed Manual gearbox and there's an AMT option available too. The hatch also offers a CNG unit, developing 58 ps at 6000 rpm and 78 Nm at 3500 rpm. The CNG unit comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox only.
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio has a fuel-efficient motor which is rated for a fuel economy of 23 Kmpl with petrol and 31 Km/kg with CNG. The fuel tank is capable of storing 35-litres of petrol and 60-litres of CNG at one go. Previously, a diesel unit was also on offer. However, for being an unrefined and noisy 3-cylinder motor, it never achieved popularity and has been discontinued. Among the Celerio's competitors, it is only the Tata Tiago which offers the choice of a diesel engine.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Pros
Availability of AMT
Fuel-efficient engine
Maruti\'s extensive service network
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Cons
Design looks old in comparison to the competition
No option of a diesel engine
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Colours
Blazing Red
Glistening Grey
Torque Blue
Tango Orange
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Price
Maruti Suzuki Celerio price starts from INR 4.21 Lakh to INR 5.4 Lakh.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Review
There are manufacturers who make cars for speed, for luxury, for the wild, for the desert and then they build some which evoke lust and exhibit throat parching desirability. Then there's Maruti, which has strived hard for years to give us cars that promise to sip fuel through a strangled straw, and surprisingly in the process, some of them turned out to be fun to drive robust products.
A champion of sorts in making ultra-popular hatchbacks, Maruti Suzuki had to bank on the Italians to propel their diesel-powered vehicles. Even till date, their cars continue to live a borrowed life, being propelled by the extremely popular, punchy, yet frugal 1.3-litre Fiat Multijet engine.
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Maruti Suzuki Celerio Crosses the 1 Lakh Annual Sales Milestone
April 12, 2019 | Videh Vora
Maruti Suzuki has a number of hatchbacks on sale in the Indian market, each made and suited for a different purpose. One of these offerings is the Celerio which was the first car to feature the revolutionary AGS gearbox when launched in 2014. With cumulative sales of nearly 4.7 lakh units since its launch in 2014, Celerio has redefined the compact hatchback segment with its stylish design, modern features and easy drivability. The Celerio has successfully spearheaded the acceptance of Read More...
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January 2, 2019 | Videh Vora
With so many cars on the road right now, pollution levels are on a constant rise. With a strong change witnessed in the climate due to pollution, we can do our bit by running cars on a more environmentally friendly fuel. Electric cars seem to be the perfect solution to this problem. But as of now, we do not have many options in the Indian market nor do we have the infrastructure to support it. The next best eco-friendly fuel is Read More...
Gujarat Based Billionaire Buys 600 Cars for Employees This Diwali
October 26, 2018 | Videh Vora
Savji Dholakia, a diamond merchant and a billionaire, is known to hand out unique gifts to his employees for the festive season. Not too long ago, he handed out 3 Mercedes Benz GLS SUVs to 3 senior employees of his. Prior to this he also as gifted hiss employees car, apartments and even jewellery. This year like every other year, the business tycoon brought more than 600 cars for his employees. The fleet comprising Renault Kwid and Maruti Celerio was brought Read More...
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Tour H2 Launched In India, Priced At INR 4.20 lakh
February 2, 2018 | Aditya Nadkarni
Maruti Suzuki has silently launched the Celerio for the taxi market. Known as the Celery Tour H2, the model has been launched with a price tag of INR 4.20 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and is the second product after the Dzire Tour (in the taxi segment) to come equipped with a speed limiting device. The speed limiting device, which is the same unit as seen on the Dzire Tour, limits the top speed of the Celerio Tour H2 to 80 kmph. Read More...
New 2017 Maruti Suzuki Celerio Facelift Launched: Price, Images, Features and Specs
October 5, 2017 | Amit Chhangani
The new 2017 Maruti Suzuki Celerio facelift has been launched in India with a starting price of Rs 4.15 lakh ex-showroom Delhi. The new version gets rehashed styling on the exterior and interior, reworked interior and some new features as well. The new Celerio is slightly more expensive than the model it replaces. Till now, the popular compact car has achieved the three-lakh sales mark in less than four years. Here's everything you need to know about the new face-lifted Read More...
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Limited Edition Launched In India
August 4, 2017 | Aditya Nadkarni
Maruti Suzuki has announced the launch of a new variant of the Celerio in India. The model, christened as the Celerio Limited Edition, will be available in the VXi and ZXi trims of the hatchback. The new variant has been launched in India and will cost INR 11,990 over the and above the cost of the trim chosen. The Celerio Limited Edition, which will will be available in both, manual and automatic (AGS) transmissions, receives a set of visual updates Read More...
Rumour Mill: Maruti Suzuki Celerio Facelift In The Works
May 23, 2017 | Aditya Nadkarni
If reports are to be believed, Maruti Suzuki might be working on a mid-life facelift for the Celerio hatchback. The Celerio facelift launch is a part of Maruti Suzuki's three new launches that is expected to take place over the next one year. These launches will include the new Swift, S-Cross facelift and the Celerio facelift. Maruti Suzuki has not revealed anything regarding the Celerio facelift and hence details remain scarce. What we do know though, is that the new Read More...
Maruti Suzuki Celerio DDiS 125 likely discontinued, no longer listed on company's website pricelist
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Cold weather tips for extending Lithium-Ion cells?
I'm writing some articles about maxing out the lifespan of lithium-ion polymer batteries, and I was wondering if those of you in colder climates have found tips for keeping your batteries warm to extend their life. The chemistry doesn't do well under 0 degrees Celsius (32˚ F).
What has worked for you? What about mobile devices like cell phones that need to be exposed in order to use them?
They hit battery problems at -10F short-term exposure. I'm sure that they'd see the same degradation at slightly higher temperatures with longer exposure times.
It's clear that electronics don't handle extreme temperatures. It seems best to keep cell phones in your pocket so you keep it warm, and computers in warm cars or indoors.
In colder climates, you need to bring your portable devices inside overnight.
This will prevent the batteries from dying too soon. You may also need to have a backup supply of batteries or a battery pack to help support your device. Most cars and trucks still have power adapters for you to run your device. Now you can buy portable converters to run A/C products in you vehicle. As long a your heater in your vehicle works you should be OK.


Great storytelling wager at characters. I could see their struggles and pains. I recommend all of his books.
In Mike Birbiglia's My Girlfriend's Boyfriend, Mike shares a lifetime of romantic blunders and miscues that most adults would spend a lifetime trying to forget. On this painfully honest but hilarious journey, Birbiglia struggles to find reason in an area where it may be impossible to find - love.
Mike Birbiglia is a great comedian and My Girlfriend's Boyfriend delivers big laughs. Looking forward to his next show.


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Biocompatible superparamagnetic core-shell nanoparticles for potential use in hyperthermia-enabled drug release and as an enhanced contrast agent
Patil-Sen, Yogita, Torino, Enza, De Sarno, Franca, Ponsiglione, Alfonso Maria, Chhabria, Vikesh, Ahmed, Waqar and Mercer, Tim 2020. Biocompatible superparamagnetic core-shell nanoparticles for potential use in hyperthermia-enabled drug release and as an enhanced contrast agent. Nanotechnology 31 (37) , 375102. 10.1088/1361-6528/ab91f6
Official URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1361-6528/ab91f6
Superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) and core-shell type nanoparticles, consisting of SPIONs coated with mesoporous silica and/or lipid, were synthesised and tested for their potential theranostic applications in drug delivery, magnetic hyperthermia and as a contrast agent. Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) confirmed the size of bare and coated SPIONs was in the range of 5–20 nm and 100–200 nm respectively. The superparamagnetic nature of all the prepared nanomaterials as indicated by Vibrating Sample Magnetometry (VSM) and their heating properties under an AC field confirm their potential for hyperthermia applications. Scanning Column Magnetometry (SCM) data showed that extrusion of bare-SPION (b-SPION) dispersions through a 100 nm polycarbonate membrane significantly improved the dispersion stability of the sample. No sedimentation was apparent after 18 h compared to a pre-extrusion estimate of 43% settled at the bottom of the tube over the same time. Lipid coating also enhanced dispersion stability. Transversal relaxation time (T2) measurements for the nanoparticles, using a bench-top relaxometer, displayed a significantly lower value of 46 ms, with a narrow relaxation time distribution, for lipid silica coated SPIONs (Lip-SiSPIONs) as compared to that of 1316 ms for the b-SPIONs. Entrapment efficiency of the anticancer drug, Doxorubicin (DOX) for Lip-SPIONs was observed to be 35% which increased to 58% for Lip-SiSPIONs. Moreover, initial in-vitro cytotoxicity studies against human breast adenocarcinoma, MCF-7 cells showed that % cell viability increased from 57% for bSPIONs to 82% for Lip-SPIONs and to 87% for Lip-SiSPIONs. This suggests that silica and lipid coatings improve the biocompatibility of bSPIONs significantly and enhance the suitability of these particles as drug carriers. Hence, the magnetic nanomaterials prepared in this work have potential theranostic properties as a drug carrier for hyperthermia cancer therapy and also offer enhancement of contrast agent efficacy and a route to a significant increase in dispersion stability.
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Russ Breimeier | July 8, 2005
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PG-13 (for sequences of intense action and some suggestive content)
Ioan Gruffudd, Michael Chiklis, Chris Evans
Theatre Release
July 08, 2005 by Twentieth Century Fox
Ever hear about the family of superheroes where each member possesses a unique superpower? One of them can stretch like rubber into a variety of shapes and functions. Another is virtually indestructible with superhuman strength and endurance. Then there's this girl that can turn herself invisible and also generate protective force fields. And don't forget the hotshot youngster obsessed with speed and able to engulf himself in flames.
Sounds an awful lot like The Incredibles, right? Pixar's 2004 computer-animated smash may have been in development for several years, but that movie was clearly inspired in part by the Fantastic Four, the longest-running series in Marvel Comics' history. Though it debuted in 1961—before Spiderman, the X-Men, and the Hulk— "the superhero world's most famous dysfunctional family" has so avoided the move from page to screen. Part of this is due to visual effects technology (it's easier to fake flight or strength than it is to show elasticity). But more importantly, recent comic book films have become legitimized, thanks to smarter scriptwriting that focuses on character development and substantial storylines over stylistic art design.
Sue (Jessica Alba), Reed (Ioan Gruffudd), Ben (Michael Chiklis), and Johnny (Chris Evans)
Still, is the public ready for yet another superhero movie, or have audiences become oversaturated? For every hugely successful adaptation in the last five years (Spiderman, X-Men, Batman Begins), there have been at least as many flops (Hulk, Daredevil, Elektra). Fantastic Four is neither of these, though it at least delivers enough to do the genre more credit than harm.
Like any superhero debut, this is another origin movie, focusing on the relationships and developments of the four central characters. Reed Richards (Ioan Gruffudd of 2004's King Arthur) is a brilliant scientist, recently bankrupted after losing a contract with NASA. With the help of his best friend, astronaut Ben Grimm (Michael Chiklis of TV's The Shield), he hopes to observe a storm of cosmic radiation in space to unlock the secrets of genetic code and human evolution.
They find aid for the project through billionaire industrialist Victor Von Doom (Julian McMahon of TV's Nip/Tuck)—no further need to label him as the villain. Von Doom, an old college rival of Reed's, offers the use of his state-of-the-art orbital satellite for research and observation, provided that he's allowed to participate in the project. Also along for the ride are Sue Storm (Jessica Alba of Sin City)—Von Doom's assistant, who happens to be Reed's ex-girlfriend—and her brother, daredevil pilot Johnny Storm (Chris Evans of Cellular).
A force field comes in handy for Sue
Of course, things like this never go according to plan in comic books. (Are there any scientific experiments and demonstrations that don't go awry?) The cosmic storm irradiates the crew members, altering their genetic structures. In quarantine back on Earth, they soon discover unique side effects. Reed can alter his shape as if he was made of Silly Putty. Sue can bend the light around her to become invisible. Johnny discovers he can generate and manipulate fire while also flying, all of which he immediately uses to gain celebrity and pick up women. Ben fares the worst, gaining super strength but permanently transforming into a walking mass of craggy orange rock, and losing the love of his fiancée as a result.
Fantastic Four is the rare superhero movie that's not about saving the world (not this time, anyway). The plot is essentially how this quartet relates to their newfound powers to each other. They're relatively unique in that they become instant celebrities in New York without having to resort to secret identities. Despite their unusual abilities and appearances, the public embraces them for who they are—except the megalomaniac Victor, who eventually becomes Dr. Doom (one of Marvel Comics' most enduring villains). It's hard to say if he goes mad because he can't cope with literally transforming into a man of steel or because he loses his net worth, but he soon seeks revenge on Reed, leading to the film's major confrontation.
Ben says, 'It's clobberin' time!'
Fans of the comic will note that Dr. Doom is significantly changed for this film. Though he does share some history with Reed, he was never involved in the Fantastic Four's origin story. Also, his suit of armor was just that, used to cover disfigurement from another experiment-gone-bad. Here, he actually becomes a man of metal. All of this is altered in an effort to help establish the Fantastic Four's nemesis more quickly for the uninitiated. Likewise, Sue never had a romantic history with Victor, but it's used here to help build tension with Reed.
These are the sacrifices purists have to accept in adapting a comic book serial for non-fans to appreciate. For the most part, however, Fantastic Four gets it right. That's impressive, considering director Tim Story has no experience with big budget fantasies of this type, having previously helmed the enjoyable comedy Barbershop and the colossally stupid Taxi. This film isn't a breakthrough for him, but it does prove Story capable of building characters and eliciting laughs while wowing with special effects. It comes across as a lighter and more comedic version of the first X-Men movie.
Unfortunately, Fantastic Four falls short in its storytelling. There are far too many plot conveniences, with characters improbably (if not impossibly) showing up at the right place at the right time in an effort to speed things along. Ben's final rejection by his fiancée is utterly ridiculous, missing an opportunity for more drama and emotion. And it's odd that money is so important to both Reed and Victor early on, but becomes irrelevant and forgotten in the film's second half.
Flame on! The Human Torch goes to town
Then there are the few stupid parts, again included either for plot conveniences or cheap laughs. Shortly after returning from the satellite, Johnny casually breaks quarantine and leaves the hospital with no incident, picks up the nurse overseeing him, charters a helicopter, and goes snowboarding with her on a nearby mountain. It's clumsy storytelling and completely preposterous. But it also quickly accomplishes three things: it establishes character, it provides a setting where he can discover his power by melting something, and it provides us with an amusing punchline to the incident.
Which goes to show why Fantastic Four succeeds in spite of its faults. It's often silly, but it's still somehow all palatable and acceptable. Spiderman, Batman, and X-Men are all great films, but they tend to rely on heavier drama and angst. Fantastic Four plays more like a television program that's both sitcom and soap, mixing comedy with action and drama. Of course, anyone who's seen The Incredibles has an idea of what to expect, but even that animated film carried more weight and emotional resonance than this.
That's not to say that there's no one or no Thing to care about in this film. Indeed, for all of its exciting visuals, Fantastic Four hinges on its treatment of the characters. Gruffudd plays Reed as a little too insecure, but it also helps the audience care more for the man who's ironically a little too stiff. It also plays sharp contrast to Alba, who gives her character more strength and swagger than the comic does. (Perhaps too much so, since she seems to alternate between hot and cold extremes in the romantic relationship—I wonder if people will empathize more with Reed, often unsure what to make of Sue's emotions.) Better still is Evans, who gives The Torch plenty of cockiness and immaturity to the point where he's suave and charming despite his hotheaded behavior and decisions.
Julian McMahon as Dr. Doom
Then there's Chiklis, who was born to play The Thing, not so much because he looks the part, but because he's got the right blend of blue-collar gruffness, tenderness, and humor. There was a time when Bruce Willis might have been right for the role, but Chiklis is the perfect choice today, appropriately making Ben Grimm the sympathetic and lovable character that will resonate most with audiences. As for his transformation, the filmmakers were wise to avoid making him a CGI creation. Chiklis's wounded eyes penetrate the layers of latex prosthetics, and though he occasionally looks spongy, more often than not he does come off as a stone behemoth with clever use of sound and visuals.
Audiences will tirelessly flock to superhero films that show real and believable characters doing extraordinary things—not cornball crusaders delivering dopey lines and cheesy special effects. This summer popcorn flick is a reminder that not all comic-book films have to be as weighty and angst-filled as a graphic novel. Fantastic Four is certainly neither fantastic nor incredible, but it's entertaining and credible nonetheless.
Discussion starters
Consider each member of the Fantastic Four. How does each respond to their unique condition? Do they consider themselves gifted or freaks? Do they rely more on their own self-esteem or on the affirmation of others? How are they examples of finding strength in weakness?
Though only two members are blood related, the Fantastic Four are often referred to as a family. In what ways do they function like a typical family? Aside from the superpowers, how are they different? How do they resolve their family squabbles?
The Fantastic Four are somewhat unique in that they don't have secret identities and are well known by the public. What are the advantages and disadvantages to this? What does it say about the price of fame and the responsibilities of being in the spotlight?
Some say that Reed's fault is that he overanalyzes everything, whereas Johnny recklessly acts without thinking. Is there a time for either course of action, or should we generally try for a balance of the two in life?
The Family Corner
For parents to consider
Fantastic Four could have easily been a PG film, as most of the action is bloodless, kid-friendly fare with lots of things simply crashing into each other and exploding. There's very little in the way of bad language, despite a couple irreverent references to God. But once again the studio has favored adults over children by pursuing a PG-13 rating, albeit a light one. The "intense action" refers to a man who literally has a hole burned through his chest, while the "suggestive content" involves fixation on Jessica Alba's cleavage and some sexual innuendo. Apart from those few things, the film is generally lighthearted and family friendly.
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What Other Critics Are Saying
compiled by Jeffrey Overstreet
from Film Forum, 07/14/05
If you're looking for a fast-paced, entertaining, effects-filled spectacle, but you don't want the angst and artistic aspirations of Batman Begins, or the dispiriting devastation of War of the Worlds, then Fantastic Four may be the summer movie for you.
But those who prefer comic book movies with substantial storytelling, fully-realized characters, thematic depth, and respect for the source material—something along the lines of Spider-Man 2, the X-Men films, or Christopher Nolan's bat-blockbuster—seem disappointed by this rather frivolous feature. One critic in particular, a die-hard fan of the phenomenal foursome's colorful comic book history, is outraged by what he considers to be an insult to the legacy of the Fantastic Four's creators.
Regardless of the reviews, Tim Story's adaptation of one of the most beloved Marvel Comics series has opened to big box office numbers, almost guaranteeing that a sequel will be made. Newcomers Ioan Gruffudd, Chris Evans, and Julian McMahon, and TV stars Jessica Alba ("Dark Angel") and Michael Chiklis ("The Shield") may not have seemed like big enough names to topple Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds from the top spot, but fans of the comic turned out in large numbers across the nation this week, surprising the studio and reportedly ending the box office slump.
Steven D. Greydanus (Decent Films) feels differently … to say the least. "To call it a train wreck would be putting it politely. It hasn't the drama, spectacle, or human interest of a train wreck." There's more. He finds fault with every single central characterization, and ultimately concludes, "Had the filmmakers deliberately set out to insult, demean, and trample upon [Stan] Lee and [Jack] Kirby's legacy, they could hardly have done a more efficient job."
He's not the only one giving the movie a 'thumbs down' vote. "Fantastic Four … is anything but fantastic," writes David DiCerto (Catholic News Service). "At times it borders on schlock, though it's not a complete failure as summer popcorn entertainment. There have been far better comic-book adaptations such as Spiderman and Batman Begins." He specifically criticizes "ham-fisted dialogue, bad acting, chintzy sets and, at times, cheesy special effects."
Tom Neven (Plugged In) says, "For older teens and adults … it's a fun summer popcorn movie with positive things to say about family, calling, self-sacrifice and teamwork."
Michael Elliott (Movie Parables) says, "Tim Story … gives us most of the requisites that we demand of a superhero flick: interesting but conflicted heroes; a dastardly villain; and amazing visuals. But he doesn't tie them all together sufficiently to transport us to the Marvel-ous world of comic book fantasy."
Kenneth Morefield (Christian Spotlight) agrees with many of the criticisms. "The characters are one dimensional and often act for no discernible (or contradictory) motives, the dialogue is wincingly bad (though no more than Revenge of the Sith's), the adult characters act like adolescents … and the crowds have often been shot separately from the principles, creating the typical disconnect that can occur when actors aren't sharing the same space." But he "couldn't quite raise myself to the level of indignation and outrage held by many of my friends and peers towards this film." He argues that it shouldn't be faulted for failing to elevate the series to something superior, the way Batman Begins does.
Lisa Rice (Crosswalk) calls it "a fun, campy science fiction flick that not only entertains, but also asks some good questions." But she is bothered by one aspect of the story. "The scientists got their power not from a loving Creator who had a divine purpose for them, but from a random, freak accident. And when the Fantastic Four did prevail, the glory and accolades seemed to fall short when it was just about them, and not about honoring a supreme ruler or advancing a Kingdom in power and divine order." (For the record, you're not likely to find any Fantastic Four comic books where the heroes suddenly start praising God either.)
Mainstream critics rate it as a disappointment, but spare it the ridicule that they hurled at stinkers like Catwoman and Elektra.
Andrew Coffin (World) says, "The dynamic between the characters, mostly played for laughs, keeps the film moving briskly over copious narrative holes and gaps in logic. Unlike the recent Batman Begins, we're not really meant to buy into what's happening on screen—just to go along for the ride."
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This is the first of six blog posts explaining more about our core values, which we previously posted here.
Homelessness is a series of losses, spanning from loss of income to loss of identity and personhood. The way we fight homelessness is to work to restore those losses. But the biggest losses, such as loss of job, income, and housing, are the easiest to restore, and there are lots of agencies working on doing just that. The hardest losses to restore are the intangible ones – personhood, respect, choice, and agency.
One of the most effective tools at our disposal to restore those losses is hospitality. Which should be really good news to the church, because we profess to know something about that.
We believe that hospitality consists of six principles. Over the next several weeks, we're reiterating those principles here on our blog. The first principle is mutuality.
In a real sense all life is inter-related. All men are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly. I can never be what I ought to be until you are what you ought to be, and you can never be what you ought to be until I am what I ought to be. This is the inter-related structure of reality.
One of our guiding principles is ordering our lives together around this understanding of the interrelated structure of reality.
A lot of our work is about breaking down power dynamics.
For instance, I seldom play the preacher card. The "Rev." before my name is useful, especially when dealing with those who would use power against our folks, but I just prefer to be called Hugh.
And at our Community Engagement Center, we don't wear uniforms. We do have name badges, but that is mostly so visitors know who actually works there.
And if you call, there is a really high chance that whoever answers the phone slept at the shelter last night, and the coffee was probably made by someone who doesn't get a paycheck. The guy who shows you around when you stop by probably lives in a tent. Because you don't need a title or a paycheck to show someone else around your community.
In our worship service, we limit the sermon to 8 minutes, leaving the rest of the time as open space for the community to respond: Because The Spirit doesn't speak exclusively to, or through, those behind the pulpit.
When we look for commonalities we find them. Then we find out we're more alike than different and come to know each other. And once we get to know each other, we become friends based on our commonality, and what makes each of us unique and special becomes things that endear us to each other instead of keeping us apart. As we become friends, we come to care about each other, and then community has happened to us. We've become an "us" because community is founded on mutuality.


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Thousands have recreated the eye makeup from the K-pop group's latest single, but the secrets behind them have finally been revealed by Maeng.
K-pop group Blackpink recently dropped a new song called "How You Like That," and its music video not only has been viewed more than 300 million times but has also inspired fans all over the world to recreate the stunning makeup featured it in.
In a new video interview with Allure Korea, Blackpink's go-to makeup artist, Lee Myeong-Seon aka Maeng, shared behind-the-scenes stories on how the beloved looks came to be.
Turns out, members Jisoo, Rosé, Lisa, and Jennie are vocal about how they want their makeup to be. "Usually, the members talk about what they want to do," Maeng revealed in the interview. "We've been working together for a long time, and we've already tried so many looks." Here's a deeper look at some of the looks they had thoughts on.
1. Jisoo's Dots
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Because the hair, outfits, and set in the music video were so colorful, Maeng strayed away from rainbow accents in favor of geometrical and 3D ones, like Jisoo's dots. Maeng shared they were actually Jisoo's idea. She brought references to the shoot for the teasers, and the look worked out so well that it was used in the music video, too.
To create them for the teasers, Maeng drew on the dots with a black eyeliner pencil before going over them with a liquid liner. However, small, black circular gems were adhered for the music video because they were more noticeable on camera.
2. Rosé's Silver Falsies
For the modern hanbok scene, Maeng balanced out the boldness of everything by matching Lisa's eye shadow to her watermelon pink wig and swiped on a rich scarlet statement lipstick.
Rosé, on the other hand, had a less obvious zing to it. Instead of catching light on her eyes with glitter, Maeng took an unexpected approach. Ultra-thin silver falsies were glued just below Rosé's lower lashes. They were so subtle you might have missed them, but they surely made Rosé's eyes twinkle in the final seconds of the music video.
3. Jennie's Blue Gems
One of the most recreated looks from "How You Like That" originally started as spots of blue shadow on the inner corners of Jennie's eyes. They didn't appear under the lights as well as Jennie hoped, so Maeng tacked coordinating blue gems on top of the shadow. Then, she painted on sharp, straight wings and added gems next to the tails, too.
4. Lisa's Bedazzled Lips
For Lisa's solo scene, Maeng wanted to emphasize the rapper's lips, specifically her cupid's bow and bottom lip, to complement her outfit. Blackpink's favorite nail artist Park Eunkyung aka Unistella was on set, and Maeng ended up finding the perfect leaf-shaped jewels in her kit. (I've gotten a peek into Park's stash, and it's a dreamland of stones in every shape, size, and color imaginable.)
5. Jennie's Crystal Teardrop
Knowing she'd have strands of diamonds in her hair for her solo scene, Jennie wanted to have something equally as glitzy for her face. Enter the crystal teardrop. It's not just one rhinestone, though. Maeng arranged various sizes and colors of gems to form the shape. Then, she made sure to keep the rest of Jennie's makeup simple to let all the stone shine.
You can catch more insights on the makeup looks featured in Blackpink's "How You Like That" in the video below.
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Shenelle and Shehaan are out filming a video for their YouTube channel in Sri Lanka's beautiful Yala National Park. But, when they set up the camera to film an intro, Shenelle gets the surprise of a lifetime: Shehaan is proposing! Congratulations to the happy couple.
Speaking of happy couples, Rashad and Sharie just tied the knot, so it's time for Rashad to take his bride's garter off at the reception. When he lifts up Sharie's dress...out pops her best friend of 23 years, Brianna! It looks like Rashad's got himself a package deal!
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What unfolds in this footage from Australia is every parent's nightmare. As a father is on an evening walk with his two-year-old son and dog, a man suddenly attempts to kidnap the toddler right out of his arms. A full-on brawl breaks out as the father desperately tries to protect his son, and is finally brought to an end when good samaritans intervene. The attacker, who was reportedly suffering from a drug-induced psychosis at the time, has since been sentenced to 4 and a half years in jail. View Now
Celebrating Graduation And A Proposal!
A graduation can be nervewracking enough. Add to that a struggle to get your new badge pinned on that seems to take minutes not seconds. Then proposing to the woman of your dreams and hoping she says yes. Matthew Schotanus accomplished that and more when officially becoming a firefighter and EMT with Martin County Fire Rescue in Florida. Way to go, Matthew! View Now
Husband Proposes Again & Very Sweet Dunkin' Wedding
Mr. Johnson originally proposed to his wife Nicole over the phone due to their long distance relationship. Now he's proposing again but in person this time! Then, Josh and Vickie are having a very unique wedding. They love doughnuts, so they're having a Dunkin' themed wedding right outside one of the stores! How sweet is that? View Now
A Very 'Titanic' Proposal!
If you've ever seen the movie "Titanic," you know one of the most infamous scenes is when Jack joins Rose for a first-class dinner, later giving her a note to meet him at the clock tower by the Grand Staircase. The clock tower is also the setting for many important parts of the movie, so keep that in mind as you watch this video! Jeremy Brown decided to surprise his girlfriend Mori Madrid during a tour of the Titanic Museum Attraction in Tennesee. The couple are huge "Titanic" fans, so it was only fitting that Brown got down on one knee, asked Madrid to marry him and presented her with a replica of the movie's famous "Heart of the Ocean" necklace all as music from the movie played. Is it any wonder that Madrid said yes? (Also if you're a big fan like us, you'll realize this is very similar to the final scene from the movie where everyone claps and watches Rose and Jack kiss ❤). View Now
'Do You Know Why I Pulled You Over?' For A Proposal!
Magician Denny Corby is driving with his girlfriend Michelle when the police pull them over for a routine traffic stop. But, like all good magicians, Denny has something special up his sleeve. With the help of a few local officers, Denny's pulling an elaborate prank on Michelle — that ends in a proposal! View Now


How would a server know a guests politics?
Tucker Carlson is saying minorities don't tip well.
I guess I'd better stop doing that. Evidently, folks don't expect it from me anyway.
If the person handling your food at the local Applebee's happens to be a fan of Tucker Carlson, then... well, I'm starting to understand why people move to the coasts.
My step-daughters recent ex-BF slowly revealed himself as a Ben Shapiro/Tucker Carlson disciple. Since stereotypes and conjured anecdotes rule with them, I must point out he never tipped a dime. We went to umpteen meals out and he [expletive] mooched every single [expletive] meal. And drinks... I know he was content with Bud Light, but when I was buying he'd develop taste.
Young GOPers are [expletive] beneficiary moochers. They never expect to pay their own way.... anecdotally speaking.
Then my father-in law is somewhat sympathetic to GOP, feels they get picked on and listens to Limbaugh but is a good hearted man too kind or scared to say his view around his daughters.......I just point all that out because he is to the right, not a progressive for sure.
Old GOPers aren't all that benevolent either. They want something in return, or at best see that what they got goes down the sh#tter-aka to the heirs.
at my The Feedlot™, there is no tipping, even at the Double-all-you-can-eat-President's Day Special.
Not saying my guests are all MAGA GOPers....because you never know. But we definitely don't have those new-fangled spin around Square and tip-em 20% for counter service that those liberal non-all-you can eats have.
I wouldnt put it past the Marxist Drifter's Feedlot to have the spin around and tip socialist grift going. Another reason why capitalist The Feedlot™ is crushing him.
A public school publication reporting on what's happened in the U.S. House of Representatives after the midterm elections. I don't see what the issue is.
Are the children only supposed to learn about animals and inanimate objects, but not humans in the government?
It's also dumb because it's about members of the House. Devos is the Secretary of Education which isn't congress.
The thing being promoted to GOp base, attacking public ed. Socialists you know..


Often overshadowed by the Ancestral Pueblo centers at Chaco Canyon and Mesa Verde, the Middle San Juan is one of the most dynamic territories in the pre-Hispanic Southwest, interacting with Chaco Canyon and Mesa Verde, as well as the surrounding regions. This ancient Puebloan heartland was instrumental in tying together Chaco and Mesa Verde cultures to create a distinctive blend of old and new, local and nonlocal. The contributors to this book attribute the development of Salmon and Aztec to migration and colonization by people from Chaco Canyon. Rather than fighting for control over the territory, Chaco migrants and local leaders worked together to build the great houses of Aztec and Salmon while maintaining their identities and connections with their individual homelands. As a result of this collaboration, the Middle San Juan can be seen as one of the ancient Puebloan heartlands that made important contributions to contemporary Puebloan society.
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As many of you know, we pride ourselves with this CTF being an all-inclusive learning CTF and not just a 'stump the chump / who's the best engineer in the room' kind of CTF. That said, we need volunteers to come up with fresh ideas, challenges, and setups that are both fun and informative. Additionally, we do want to provide a challenge for those who show up looking for one, so if you are a more advanced user or admin and have some killer challenges that can stump someone, we'll need those too for the higher tiers.
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From the very inception of universities as centers of research and study, we see the presence of the Church. In places like Paris, Oxford and Padua, the Church fostered the university as "an academic community which, in a rigorous and critical fashion, assists in the protection and advancement of human dignity and of a cultural heritage through research, teaching and various services offered" to society (Ex Corde Ecclesiae, 12).
Like the great universities that have shaped cultures around the world, our own colleges and universities, in particular Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University, are centers of advanced learning and creativity that continue to shape culture and in many ways serve the good of humanity. The purpose of this letter is to outline the vision for the Church's apostolic work in our universities, especially through our Catholic Newman Centers.
Gratitude for the history of ASU and NAU
Dating back to the late nineteenth century, both Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University have provided quality higher education for countless Catholic faithful. These men and women, in turn, have made invaluable contributions to society, here in Arizona and beyond. Our state motto, Ditat Deus — meaning "God enriches" — lies at the center of the seals of both ASU and NAU. This motto aptly sums up the work that the Newman Centers of these universities have carried out for many decades. Indeed, God enriches our lives through the faithful pursuit of truth and the authentic practice of love.
On behalf of the Diocese of Phoenix, I extend my gratitude to all the priests, religious and lay faithful who have served in these academic settings over the years. This important work has included evangelization, sacramental ministry, catechesis, and outreach to those most in need, including the poor, the marginalized, and the unborn. In particular, I wish to extend my gratitude to the Order of Preachers (the Dominicans) for their tireless service over the course of many years in our universities.
Catholic understanding of university life
John Henry Cardinal Newman describes the university as a "seat of wisdom, a light of the world… an Alma Mater of the rising generation" (Newman, "What is a University," paragraph #11), insofar as the university draws together every discipline of knowledge into one. Taking its name from this servant of God, soon to be beatified, a Newman Center serves in a crucial way the Catholic faithful and indeed all those in search of truth. A Newman Center compliments the pursuit of knowledge and truth with the proclamation of the Good News. The pursuit of the truth finds its greatest end in Christ who is "the way, the truth and the life" (John 14:6). Here students encounter the living God, who in Jesus Christ offers his transforming love and truth (cf. Spe Salvi, 4).
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Oil drilling — a nasty national habit
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Editor: The following timely piece is by former OBcean and former member of the original OB Rag staff in the mid-Seventies, David Helvarg, who now resides in San Francisco.
By David Helvarg/ Los Angeles Times / Originally posted April 01, 2010|
It's like advocating a healthy diet based on fast food, speed and low-tar cigarettes.
President Obama's decision to have Interior Secretary Ken Salazar open vast new areas of federal ocean waters to offshore oil drilling is no surprise. In his State of the Union address, the president explained that his vision for a clean energy future included offshore drilling, nuclear power and clean coal. Unfortunately, that's like advocating a healthy diet based on fast-food snacking, amphetamines and low-tar cigarettes.
If the arguments you hear in the coming days for expanded drilling sound familiar, it's because they've been repeated for generations. We've been hearing promises about safer drilling technologies since before Union Oil began drilling in the Santa Barbara Channel. And if you don't remember what happened that time, you should. Soon after the wells were bored, one of them blew out in January 1969, causing a massive oil slick that slimed beaches and killed birds, fish and marine mammals. The resulting catastrophe helped spark the modern environmental movement.
The president has promised no new drilling off the West Coast, and it's no wonder. Opposition was unified and vociferous during Salazar's public hearing on offshore energy development in San Francisco in April 2009. More than 500 people — including Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.), Gov. Ted Kulongoski of Oregon, California's lieutenant governor and four House members — testified and rallied for clean energy and against any new oil drilling.
Boxer noted that the coast was a treasure and a huge economic asset "just as is," generating $24 billion a year and 390,000 jobs.
Still, in the new Department of Interior announcement, one can hear echoes of President Reagan's Interior secretary, Don Hodel, who warned us in the 1980s that if we didn't expand offshore drilling, we'd be "putting ourselves at the tender mercies of OPEC."
We did expand offshore drilling then, not off the stunning redwood coastline of Mendocino, Calif., as Hodel wanted, but where the oil industry knew most of the oil and gas actually was and is: in the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico. We even created a royalty moratorium for the oil companies that went after those huge deep-water fields.
But offshore drilling has done little to wean us from Middle Eastern oil. And with less than 5% of our domestic oil located offshore, more ocean drilling won't help now either.
The only real way to quit relying on foreign oil is to wean ourselves from oil, and that's something our leaders are unlikely to fully embrace until we've tapped that last reserve of sweet crude.
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Cat310 April 6, 2010 at 4:40 pm
Drill baby drill, and crack a few more atoms while you're at it to.
Residential solar is for smucks, state and federal incentives should be eliminated. Renewables, (solar, wind, biofuels, algae, tidal, geotermal), need to be focused on commercial scale utility projects with lower costs of energy if we want to influence our burn rate of fossil fuels. Fossil fuels can be extended and burned cleanly by the use of fuel cells like Bloom Energy.
Sunshine April 7, 2010 at 7:10 am
Thank you for your article outlining what forms of energy Obama actually called for in his first State of the Union Address. I was stunned when he mentioned "nuclear" and now you refresh my memory on his call for "offshore drilling." I am no less stunned by this reminder today than I was when he announced his intentions during the State of the Union Address.
Thank goodness for those that went to Washington in opposition of such unsightly and completely unnecessary offshore rigs. Level headed politicians? Who woulda thunk it?
Here's a solution you can build and utilize at home, while camping, or at Burning Man…
http://www.thedailyshow.com/watch/wed-october-7-2009/william-kamkwamba
Upbeat clip from Jon Stewart's Daily Show featuring William Kamkwamba. William wrote the book, "The boy who harnesses the wind"
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Berwins reaps the rewards of streamlined task delegation by implementing desktop and mobile application, BigHand Now.
Berwins is a medium-sized law firm based in Harrogate and Leeds offering a full spectrum of legal services, including specialist areas such as digital law. With this in mind, Berwins is always on the lookout for new technology to assist with their business processes. To help drive efficiencies, the firm have rolled out BigHand Now to a total of 45 staff members.
Previously, the firm were using shared inboxes to delegate work. Michelle Crowhurst, Associate Director and driver of the BigHand project at Berwins, elaborated. "A task would be sent to the team inbox, and one of the legal assistants would pick it up, replying to everyone 'I'll deal with this.' This process led to an unequal distribution of work, and a manual and time-consuming process of tracking the progress of each task.
With BigHand Now, tasks can be created quickly and easily by completing a pre-configured form and attaching any accompanying files. Once in the workflow, tasks can be assigned to a specific team or team member for processing and monitored through to completion. This makes managing workloads easy by being able to view all tasks in one centralised list.
Berwins are not only using the technology to allow Fee Earners to send tasks effortlessly to the Legal Assistants. They've also ensured the work is sent back up the reporting line for complex enquiries that come into the business. With this 360-degree process in place, Berwins can have confidence that work will be completed on time and by the right person.
The next step for Berwins will be to roll-out the software to their Operations team, which will then enable full inter-departmental use of BigHand Now, enabling the firm to experience it's maximum benefits.
Michelle concludes: "With BigHand Now, staff are fully accountable for tasks, and it enables us to allocate work appropriately to ensure cases move forward as smoothly as possible giving our clients a positive experience with speedy levels of service. I've already recommended BigHand, I love how easy the technology is to use, and what a big difference it is making to our firm."


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JD Martinez Gives An Interesting Response On Opt-Out Decision
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J.D. Martinez spoke to reporters on Friday and gave an interesting response regarding his plans on opting out of his current contract.
"I don't know," Martinez said. "I guess I have to talk to (agent) Scott (Boras). I think, given the situation and everything, it's probably not leaning that way. That's something where I need to talk to Scott. He's the jefe (chief). You've got to call up Scott. He's got the answers."
That is an interesting response because you would think he would want to opt-in after having a bad season in addition to considering that owners have lost money without fans in the stands so he wouldn't get as much money as he would have gotten under normal circumstances.
But again, his agent is Scott Boras who loves to have his clients test the free-agent waters but this wouldn't be the best situation for Martinez to do so.
If he opts out then he is taking a huge gamble on a team wanting to pay him to primarily hit and another aspect to consider is the fact that nobody knows if the DH will be implemented for the National League next season.
If Martinez opts in, he would have another year remaining in Boston and be paid $19.35 million.
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Good Samaritan speaks out after finding boy
by: Janie Bohlmann
PEORIA, Ill. — A good Samaritan is speaking out after finding a missing boy walking down the road.
Joe Peterson and his son were driving home from work, when they saw 13-year-old Marcus Mize walking down a country road.
Peterson realized that Mize might be autistic and called police.
Mize had been dropped off by a CityLift in Morton, over ten miles away from his home in Peoria.
"There were a couple cars that went by, I mean, didn't do anything. And that's where we were worried, especially with my wife and I having five kids," Peterson said.
Mize's grandmother, Bertha Jackson, says her grandson is traumatized.
"He just ran and hugged me and I was just overjoyed that he was back and he just kept saying 'No country'," Jackson said.
Police say Andre Walker, the 27-year-old CityLift driver, has arrested on charges of endangering the lift and health of a child.
Peterson thinks CityLift needs a better vetting process for their drivers.
by Andrew Harvey / Jan 21, 2020
PEORIA, Ill. -- Peoria police are investigating after a shooting Monday night.
It happened just before 11:30 P.M. officers responded to a scene near the intersection of N. Sheridan Rd. and W. McClure Avenue. There, they found a man shot in the chest. Paramedics took him to the hospital. He's expected to recover from his injuries.
by Treasure Roberts / Jan 20, 2020
PEORIA, Ill. -- Neighbors in Peoria are dissatisfied with the snowplow jobs and ice removal in their area. Dellres Robison said the ice and snow-covered sidewalks along Western Ave. puts her family at risk of being injured.
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Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order
I held out for a couple of months before I got this game. There was too much hype and too little critical appraisal of whether the game was in fact any good. A couple of chaps at work told me that it was worth a go but to expect it to be challenging. So I found it at a good price (a smidge over £30) online and went ahead and dived in with an open mind.
If you haven't already gathered, I'm the guy who loves Star Wars, but I hate games like God of War (also directed by Stig Asmussen) which pretend to open world when they're in fact as are linear as hell. I also hate having to press buttons in quick time events in key sequences like you have to do in the Tomb Raider games, and I hate games where you find yourself in dumb boss battles in circular arenas. Maybe hate is too strong a word, but what I really do hate is slow load times and bugs.
My life-long love for Star Wars, and especially the extended universe presented in the animated shows Rebels and The Clone Wars, won over the my initial dislike of the clumsy movement of the main character, former Jedi Padawan Cal Kestis (facial captured from and voiced by Cameron Monaghan best known for his work on TV shows Shameless and Gotham), and actually a dislike of his mannerisms and voice if I'm truly honest. Greez (voiced by veteran actor Daniel Roebuck), the four-armed Latero male pilot of the spacecraft the Mantis, who comes to the rescue early in the game, seems more human.
The story begins a few years after Order 66 and the purge of the Jedi order. Cal is in hiding from the Empire working as a scrapper salvaging ships from the Clone Wars. Cal uses the Force to save a friend from falling to certain death and this is relayed to the Empire. An Inquisitor called the Second Sister (facial captured from and voiced by Elizabeth Grullon who is a new face to me) chases Cal who is rescued in the nick of time by a weird-eyed former Jedi called Cere (voiced by game VO veteran Debra Wilson) and pilot Greez aboard the Mantis.
With the exception of the scenes with Second Sister aka Trilla and Nightsister Merrin, the face capture, mo-cap and cut scenes were a little disappointing for a PS4 game, but the scenery of the levels throughout the game was generally excellent, apart from the unimaginative training inserts and the last level which consists of a series of boring underwater tunnels.
The load times when you inevitably fall to your doom after badly executing a ledge jump become increasingly tiresome, but not as much as getting deep into a level, doing whatever you needed to do and then having to retrace your steps all the way back to the fucking Mantis to continue the story. It was this mind-numbing aspect of the game that ensured that I didn't replay any of the game once I'd got the story done.
Your first port of call is the planet Bogano populated by cute bouncy boglings, shambling toad things, viscious slug things and nasty crab things. Cal teams up with BD-1 a cute droid who plays him a holo-message from Eno Cordova, a dead Jedi Master (face captured from and voiced by an under-used Tony Amendola). You quickly realise you can't explore Bogano fully or successfully defeat the main boss on the planet without first learning a bunch of skills and becoming more powerful. It felt like playing a Lego game on Story Mode in the knowledge you'd come back in Free Play and have more fun.
Cordova's talks of the ancient Zeffo civilisation (who used to make cigarette lighters when they weren't exploring the secrets of the Force). Bogano contains an ancient Zeffo vault protecting a Jedi Holocron with the location of a bunch of potential Jedi younglings. Cere thinks the Holocron will help rebuild the Jedi Order, but the only way to open the vault is to follow in Cordova's footsteps – you can't get into the vault without travelling to a few (too few imo) other planets, the first on the list being Zeffo, and collecting artefacts.
Zeffo felt a bit like the tombs featured in Assassins Creed Origins or the Tomb Raider games and I enjoyed the puzzles more than I did the climbing, wall-running, swinging, sliding and jumping aspects. The first familiar location is the Wookiee home world Kashyyyk where Cal looks for the Wookiee chieftain Tarfful, but instead runs into Saw Gerrera. He looks like Forest Whitaker from Rogue One rather than the Saw from the animated show The Clone Wars and it's great that he's voiced by Forest Whitaker. Cal teams up with the Saw's rebel forces to fight the Imperial occupation and free some badly rendered Wookiee slaves (their hair looks dreadful).
Unable to find the Wookiee chieftain Tarfful, Cal resorts to looking for more clues on Zeffo. He runs into the Second Sister again, who reveals that she used to be Cere's padawan, Trilla. She says that Cere betrayed her and that she will eventually betray Cal. He also discovers that he needs to find a key called a Zeffo Astrium to unlock the vault but on his long trek back to the Mantis he is captured by a bounty hunter.
Cal wakes up in a prison and is fooled into thinking he can escape only to find he is trapped in a fighting arena like Thor in Thor Ragnarok. There's some tediously difficult fighting to be done and then, once again, Greez comes to your rescue in the Mantis. It was around this point I decided to set the difficulty to story mode because I simply wasn't enjoying the gameplay, but was thoroughly enjoying the story (although the gladiator bit felt bolted on by the developers as a lazy bit of filler).
Decision made, I started getting into the game a lot more. The return to Kashyyyk was a turning point for me. The graphics were lovely looking and who couldn't get excited by wielding a double lightsaber like Darth Maul. There's also a good bit of banter and battling from another Imperial Inquisitor called the Ninth Sister (superbly voiced by Aggretsuko's Misty Lee), a ride on a cool giant bird and some swimming to do. After much enjoyable fannying about, Cal finds a recording from Cordova telling him that an Astrium can be found on Dathomir.
Yes! Dathomir. Home planet of Darth Maul, his brother Savage Opress and the force-using Nightsisters. I loved Dathomir. Inevitably a Nightsister, Merrin excellently voiced by Tina Ivlev (who was on Shameless too at one point), pops up in a magical swirl of green smoke to tell you in no uncertain terms to turn around and go back from whence you came. Merrin blames the Jedi for the genocide of her sisters in the Clone Wars, and attempts to scare off Cal with an army of zombies. Cal also meets a mysterious former Jedi called Taron Malicos (voiced by Liam McIntyre from the Spartacus TV show), who came to Dathomir to hide during the purge.
Throughout the game Cal experiences flashbacks of his former Lasat Jedi master, Jaro Tapal (voiced by game VO veteran Travis Willingham), teaching him the ways of the Force. This is a way of helping you learn new ways of using the force as it reawakens within you. Most of the scenes play out in a room akin to a level of Portal and the animation of both young Cal and Jaro Tapal is pretty lame. By the way Cal possesses an ability of the Force shown to be possessed by Rey in The Force Awakens – the ability to 'read' events from objects.
Failing to open the door of the vault holding the Astrium on Dathomir and breaking his new lightsaber in the process, Cal has another flashback of Jaro. This one is a bit more involved than just a simple training session and tells the story of Jaro's sacrifice to save Cal during the day Order 66 went out. It's hard for Cal not to feel as though it's his fault his master died in their escape.
Cal has to travel to the icy planet of Ilum to find a Khyber crystal to use to rebuild his lightsaber. This is the planet every young Jedi has to travel to in order to find his or her crystal. It looks and feels very much like it was presented in Star Wars: Rebels. The gameplay on this planet doesn't seem to last as long as other planets and I was a little disappointed by the lack of complexity of the puzzles or the amount of exploration that was required to find the crystal. Still, I very much liked my new lightsaber.
Cal goes back to Dathomir, works through his guilt over Jaro's death in the sort of scene that all Jedi initiates have to endure (e.g. Luke in the dark tunnel on Dagobah in The Empire Strikes Back). He also appeases Nightsister Merrin, and gets the Astrium. Taron Malicos has big fight with Cal. Malicos is only defeated when Merrin steps in to help.
It's another in a long line of boss battles which I didn't particularly enjoy, although I did enjoy the fight with the giant bat/owl thing earlier on Dathomir. As well as opening boxes and doors for you, BD-1 scans fallen enemies and tells you all about them. I didn't bother reading any of this extra information or bothering much with Cal's 'readings' from objects he finds along his journey.
Merrin joins the Mantis crew and they fly back to Bogano where Cal finally unlocks the vault and gets hold of the Holocron. Predictably Trilla turns up again for a fight and to nick the McGuffin. Why Cal doesn't just destroy the Astrium and leave the vault alone, or destroy the Holocron as soon as he gets hold of it, to protect the younglings from discovery by the Empire is beyond me. I guess it made for a better story if we thought they might go around the galaxy tracking down the younglings and rebuilding the order, even though we know, from the events of A New Hope that they don't.
Cere knights Cal after conveniently taking the lightsaber Trilla's dropped in the last fight and resuming her status as a Jedi. There was still a nagging thought in my head that Cere might end up betraying Cal – that she was leading him into a trap this whole time and maybe that's a compliment to the writers or maybe just my suspicious mind. Instead Cal and Cere embark on a very linear infiltration of the HQ of the Inquisitors on the planet Nur. Nur is a really lacklustre place to set the finale of the game. A big let down.
After a lot of tedious fighting where you get to earn a few more skill points, if you're lucky, Cal eventually reaches an interrogation room where he fights the ill-fated Trilla again and gets the Holocron back off her. And then drum roll… as if you weren't expecting it… Darth Vader appears, kills Trilla, appears to kill Cere and chases you ever so ineffectively back toward the Mantis. BD-1 and Cere help you avoid death at the Sith Lord's hands and you get back to the Mantis and zoom off. Only then does Cal destroy the Holocron. Face. Palm.
As a good-looking canonical Star Wars story, the game is fantastic. As a console game I didn't enjoy many aspects of the gameplay and level designs, and had no desire to replay. It actually turned out as I expected. I suppose I might have saved myself a lot of bother by just watching a gameplay walkthrough on YouTube, but I was hoping to have enjoyed the game at least to the value of the £30-ish I spent on it.
I traded it in for £17 yesterday, so on reflection I guess I got my money's worth out of it. I'd say the story and some of the puzzles were worth about £13… Oh and you know what? Spiders and slow loading aside, I didn't encounter a single bug.
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IPhone owners tend to have higher incomes and spend more on technology than Android users do, according to a survey by crowdsourced shopping platform Slickdeals. Those who use iPhones have an average annual salary of $53,251, making them more likely to splurge on shopping than Android users, whose average salary is $37,040, per the survey.
IPhone owners are generally happier than Android users, the survey found, and have greater spending power. These users reported spending an average of $117 a month on clothes, compared to $62 a month for Android owners. Additionally, iPhone users spend $101 on technology and $83 on makeup products, compared to $51 and $40, respectively, by Android users.
Android owners say they're more frugal and inclined to frequently seek out deals and discounts. Slickdeals asked 1,000 iPhone and 1,000 Android users about their behaviors, lifestyle choices, personality traits and spending habits for the survey.
Slickdeals' survey shows that there's been little change in the typical profile for iPhone and Android users over the years, even as some Android phone makers have come out with higher-priced, feature-rich devices. For mobile marketers, this means they need to consider consumer differences when planning ad campaigns targeting various segments of smartphone owners. IPhone and Android users have distinct personality traits in addition to differences between household incomes and spending power, which could inform marketers as they seek to reach these consumers. IPhone users also show higher engagement on their devices. They spend an average of 4 hours and 54 minutes a day looking at their phone, compared to 3 hours and 42 minutes for Android users, per Slickdeals' survey.
That doesn't necessarily mean that iPhone users are introverted couch potatoes glued to their screens. IPhone users said they enjoy going out, meeting people and experiencing new things, whereas Android owners reported a preference for spending time indoors reaching or watching TV, the survey found.
It's no secret that Apple's products are priced for the luxury market with the latest iPhone XS Max topping out at $1,449 — more than many desktop and laptop computers — although installment payments make its smartphones more obtainable for a mass market. This year, Apple changed its product strategy to introduce its higher-priced phones a month before releasing a lower-cost model, the iPhone XR with a starting price of $749, which started shipping last week in time for the holiday season. Apple last month boosted smartphone revenue by 7% from a year earlier with the release of the iPhone XS, XS Max and sell-through of remaining inventory of the original X, according to a study by Oath's Flurry Analytics.


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Firstly released on the market in 1985, Ford Taurus has been upgraded and modified throughout the time but still remained one of the most popular sedans on the American market. Rumor has it that due to the slightly diminished sales in 2007, the Taurus model has been modified into an improved and totally restyled version – Ford Five Hundred.
Due to the fact that it did not actually reach the anticipated and expected sales, the Ford Five Hundred has been pulled out and the revived Taurus has been projected and redesigned instead.
The newly improved Taurus which adopted a highly changed strategy has been released in 2013 and it definitely featured a refreshed and innovative new look.
We could assume that the 2014 model is going to be a total blast if we take into account the success of the previously released model. Next year, the Ford fans will be able to choose between three different trim levels available: Limited, SE and SEL and the starting price which has been confirmed so far is $27,495.
The exterior design of the upcoming vehicle from Ford has a lean overall line which has bee improved with a pair of totally restyled headlamps matched with an elegant trapezoidal grille. Also, on the front, the bumper has been totally changed and the taillights are now equipped with even larger LED lights. Although, kept from the 2013 model, all these options have now been included on the 2014 model and they look really good together.
One of the differences between the 2013 and the 2014 model is that the new one will feature a SYNC system which will include the MyFord Touch replacing all the series of buttons. The LCD screen is going to display whatever info the driver considers necessary and, what is eve more, it will also include a voice command.
All these high tech options make the difference between the Taurus generations. However, out of the all three versions available the Ford Taurus Limited is the one which offers the largest range of exclusive interior options and design. It will include all of the options on the SEL model and some extra others such as dual zone electronic automatic temperature control, super updated ambient lighting, woodgrain trim interior and also steering wheel in wood and leather.
The performance details released so far reveal a 2.0 liter EcoBoost engine which makes the vehicle capable of reaching 240 horsepower. It has been highly appreciated the choice of a EcoBoost engine as it is able to reduce the fuel economy with up to 32 mpg. The other version of the engine is a 3.5 liter one which will be able to deliver 288 horsepower and reach a 29 mpg fuel economy on the highway.
Mainly competing with Chevrolet Malibu which has been equipped with an EcoTec 2.5 liter, four cylinder engine, the 2014 Ford Taurus has actually been considered a bit rusty in appearance but throughout the newly redesigned technology it will definitely represent a good option.


"It is really difficult to get in the pipeline of college coaches. There are thousands of girls playing soccer at the elite level, and they are good! So, how do you make yourself stand out? How do you catch the interest of the college coach of your dream school?
Aside from the letter writing, inviting your coaches to tournaments to watch games, I think a 3-5 minute highlight video is a really important tool! Sending a video also enables your coaches to watch whenever they have the time. They aren't bound by schedules of a tournament.
HOWEVER, it has to be a great highlight video. Not just something your mom or dad try to record on their i-phone. That is where Captain U came in. They not only recorded game days for me but they also edited together an eye catching snap shot of my ability on the field. I know that coaches were watching because I could also see a record of hits which my video had received.


Don't miss Dreamer's new larger venue! Everything you would expect to find in a great pub from the food to the draught to the polite and prompt service. The bar area is excellent with a fully stocked, wide selection of alcohol. Once a hang out for university and high school kids, this place can still draw a great crowd on weekends as well. A good choice on weekdays if you wish to stay away from the hustle and bustle in Lipscani.


In 1941 a beautiful native timber Nurses Home opened in Raetihi to accommodate staff of the Waimarino Hospital which sat right next door. The hospital has since gone but The Old Nurses Home (otherwise known as Snowy Waters Lodge) and The Doctors Residence (see listing 11163) have been undergoing renovations by the new owner who, ironically, stayed in this very building when she was just a kid (and fondly remembers skiing down the front lawn!) Our large, north-facing, open-plan, kitchen, lounge and conservatory open out to an extensive outdoor entertainment area with BBQ, outdoor seating and a huge outdoor fireplace. The views are breathtaking. There are ten guest bedrooms with either mountain or garden views, all set within 5 acres of park-like grounds. Separate male/female bathrooms each have three toilets and three showers plus there's a drying room onsite. MEETINGS: Our lounge can be set up for meetings and will seat 50 people theatre style, 20 u-shape and 40 for dinner. EVENTS: Murder Mystery parties are our specialty. The package (must be pre-booked) includes Doctors, Nurses & crazy patient costumes, scripts & a facilitator. ACTIVITIES: Your hosts are passionate outdoor enthusiasts and will be happy to recommend/assist with booking Bridge to Nowhere tours, the Whanganui River canoe journey, Tongariro Crossing transport or the Mountains to Sea cycle trail. European style central heating will keep you cosy warm and a log burning fireplace is perfect for toasting marshmallows. Outside, a spa pool is set amongst rocks and palm trees with views of snowcapped Mt Ruapehu. We also have our own onsite playground, bouncy castle (weather permitting), The Snowy Train, a miniature horse and a pet goat. Towering gum trees, enormous oaks and colourful gardens surround your accommodation, making it private and peaceful, yet within a 10-minute walk of Raetihi's main street cafes. We are 10 minutes from Ohakune, 30 minutes to Turoa Ski Area, 45 to Whakapapa. We have plenty of off-street car parking. The ski season is our busiest time, however the three-day Whanganui River canoe journey is fast becoming our most popular summer activity. One-day jet boat tours and mountain bike rides to the Bridge to Nowhere are also available. Transport to the Tongariro Crossing departs from our doorstep daily during summer. Trout fishing is popular here, as is bird watching (the rare and endangered karearea and whio live nearby), plus there's golf, horse trekking, the National Army Museum and the Whanganui River Road. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be supplied to make your stay as hassle-free as possible. Alternatively, bring your own supplies, you will find everything you need in our well-equipped kitchen. Room configurations are as follows: 4 x queen rooms (one queen bed) 1 x family room (one double bed plus a set of bunks) 1 x twin room (two single beds) 4 x quad rooms (two sets of bunks) If you have more than 30 guests add on The Doctors Residence (see listing 11163).


Site maintained by Boston College that provides images of many famous American skyscrapers from 1900-1925.
This Web site is dedicated to the cartoons of Thomas Nast. It includes a link to Nast's series of cartoons on "Boss" Tweed and Tammany Hall.
Biography, chronology, and photo essay. Includes links to suggested readings by and about Jane Addams.
This site provides a history of the Branford Electric Railway, a trolley system in Connecticut.
Profile of a Chinese American woman whose family immigrated to the United States via Angel Island.
A brief history of the port of entry.
In-depth report on Swedish emigration to America in the late 19th century, with a link to the personal story of a mid-20th-century immigrant. Has links to a variety of sites on Sweden and U.S. immigration.
CNN special feature on the history of segregation. In-depth article that traces its history from the time of colonial slavery, to Jim Crow Laws, the Civil Rights Movement, and into the present day. Includes information on other Black History resources, lesson plans, and links.
History of Coney Island, birthplace of the American amusement park.
Overview of bicycle history with links to sites covering the early-20th-century role of the bicycle in altering culture and lifestyles.


They asked Gov. Rochas Okorocha to help them to actualise their dream of a getting Biafra.
One of their leaders, Mrs Ann Ibe, told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that they came out in full force to fight for the actualization their dream.
When a special team of police men sent by the Commissioner of Police, Dasuki Galadanchi, arrived at the scene, the protesters broke into a dance.


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Monthly Letter To The Citizens
Summary: Demonstrates progress in voter turnout in 1948 elections and suggests strategies to further engage citizens going forward.
To Vote Or Not To Vote? That Is The Question
Summary: Examines Toronto's recent low-voter turnout. The Bureau argues that without a higher voter turnout the decisions of council are morally questionable. The Bureau suggests making city council terms longer in order to attract candidates of a higher calibre, as well as publishing budget figures before elections in order to generate more interest in voting.
Amalgamation: A Solution To The Problems In Greater Moncton And Greater Fredericton?
Summary: Study of municipal amalgamation in New Brunswick.
The Centennial Study And Training Programme Of Metropolitan Problems
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Can The Organisation Of The Municipal Government Of Toronto Be Improved?
Summary: Examines possible changes to the election and city management structures and their implications. Raises the question of cutting down civic departments and establishing a centralized purchasing system. Stresses that the city must be run like a business in order to ensure maximum efficiency.
The Council Manager Plan Of Municipal Government Story No.2
Summary: Outlines the features of council-manager cities. By no means an argument for or against this form of government, just a repsonse to calls for definite information on this subject.
Bulletin: Proposal For An Improved System Of Local Government For The Windsor Metropolitan Area
Summary: Describes changes in local government in Windsor and lessons for Toronto and the Metro process started in 1953.
North York May Need An Executive Committee But NOT A Board Of Control
Summary: Recommendations for the prefered form of government to be established in North York.
Reorganizing Local Government: A Brief Look At Four Provinces
Summary: Explores municipal reform in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and New Brunswick.
Directory Of Governments In Metropolitan Toronto 1977-78
Summary: A reference guide listing the contact information for the mayor, city council, and various municipal boards and services. Also lists contact information for metro Toronto, suburban representatives, children's aid, and relevant provincial organizations
Addendum To The Directory Of Governments In Metropolitan Toronto 1979-80
Summary: Addendum to the directory of governments - listing telephone number of municipal reference library
Effective Voting Story No. 1: Did You Vote In The Last Municipal Election?
Summary: Survey about voter turnout in the last municipal election.
The Federation Of Canadian Municipalities: In Search Of Credibility
Summary: Discusses the role of municipal governments in Canada, including the need for a greater position for them in the inter-governmental system and a larger share of tax revenue.
Directory Of The Metropolitan And City Government 1959
Summary: A reference guide listing the contact information for the mayor, city council, and various municipal boards and services. Also lists contact information for metro Toronto representatives.
Civic Affairs Directory Of Governments In Metropolitan Toronto 1983
Summary: A reference guide listing the contact information for the mayor, city council, and various municipal boards and services. Also lists contact information for metro Toronto, suburban representatives, children's aid organizations, the zoo, conservation authority, industrial development board, and relevant provincial organizations
Directory Of Municipal Governments 1969
Summary: A reference guide listing the contact information for the mayor, city council, and various municipal boards and services. Also lists contact information for metro Toronto, suburban representatives, and children's aid.
Politics And Personnel In Municipal Reorganization
Summary: Three case studies concerning personnel transfers stemming from municipal amalgamations and assumption of the welfare function by Metro.
Open Letter To The Citizens Of Toronto
Summary: Calls for a study to determine how many employees of each kind are absolutely necessary for efficient operation in each department of the city government
Parties To Change The Introduction Of Political Parties In The 1969 Toronto Municipal Elections
Summary: A collection of papers, examining and analyzing the role of party politics in municipal elections. Prompted by the introduction of political parties in the Metropolitan Toronto municipal elections of 1969 - and this election in particular is examined. All papers originally prepared for a meeting of the Canadian Political Science Association in 1970.
The Municipal Improvement Association As Well As The Bureau Of Municipal Research Evidently Intends To Mind Its Own Business
Summary: Outlines the key issues for the Municipal Improvement Association for 1915, including: the financial system, civil service commission, fire department, purchasing department, and transportation commission.
It Is Often Forgotten
Summary: Reminds readers of the importance of voting for the Board of Education in light of the fact that education makes up about 35% of general taxation. Outlines the qualifications required for useful members, and discusses the main issues in the upcoming elections.
Open Letter To The Electors Of The City Of Toronto
Summary: Consideration of constitutional changes regarding number of aldermen and election date.
Effective Voting Story No. 2 - Voting From The Citizens' Point Of View
Summary: Responses to Effective Voting Story No. 1: Did You Vote in the Last Municipal Election? This bulletin suggests that a Toronto Voter's League might be able to address some of the issues raised herein.
There Are Two Strong Movements In The Field Of Local Government
Summary: Outlines two trends in local government structure: (1) The movement toward centralised supervision or control (2) The movement toward Municipal Home Rule. Argues that a balance needs to be struck between nourishing democracy and maintaining strong and vital local institutions. Questions whether or not municipal institutions should be transfered under the control of representatives removed from popular scrutiny.
The Personnel Of Our Civic Government 1925
Summary: List of Toronto City officials and contact information
The Council Manager Form Of Municipal Government Story No. 1
Summary: Outlines the history and growth of the council-manager system as a form of city government, and a survey of municipalities that use this form of government. By no means an argument for or against this form of government, just a repsonse to calls for definite information on this subject.
Voting In The Civic Election
Summary: The Bureau suggests ways in which voter turnout and efficiency can be improved.
Why Voters Should Exercise Their Civic Franchise In Electing Its City Council And School Boards
Summary: Highlights the importance of voting in the upcoming municipal elections.
For Over Four Years Our Eyes Have Been Focused On The European Front
Summary: Identifies key issues in the 1919 municipal election, as a call to action for voters.
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Romantic Encounters from My Damn Channel centers on the romantic life of Melinda Hill, an Los Angeles based stand-up comedian. Episode 4 find Melinda meeting a blind date who turns out to be a Cuban male working in the pharmaceutical trade. At least his name isn't Carlos Danger.


The researchers said that in 2016 one in 10 people with atrial fibrillation - around 160,000 people in the UK - were classed to have had their condition resolved.
"Atrial fibrillation can be present one day and absent the next, so giving someone the all-clear may be a mistake. Another possibility is that it can come back. Many people don't know when they have this condition and it can come back without them or their doctor realizing.